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Never put your arm over the back of the chair in which someone is sitting. A smile is often used for many different emotions. It may be an apology, a thank-you, a greeting, or to show embarrassment. Be aware: A Thai's smiling assurance does not mean you will in fact get what you want, when you want it. It simply reflects the Thai appreciation of harmony and their "never mind" attitude. Don't wave your hands about as you talk, giving Thais the impression that you are angry.

Never pass anything with your left hand. Never point with your hand and never, never with one finger. Do not cross your legs in the presence of the elderly or monks. To beckon someone, extend your arm with the palm of your hand down and flutter your fingers up and down. Dining and Entertainment To attract a waiter, wave quietly with your palm down or say "Nong" brother or sister. Never snap your fingers or raise your voice to attract a waiter.

Thai food is eaten with a fork and a tablespoon rather than with chopsticks. The spoon is held in the right hand and the bottom of the fork pushes the food into the spoon. All Western hotels serve Western and continental cuisine for all meals. Never drink tap water unless it is boiled. Avoid eating salads that haven't been washed in purified water. Always peel fruit before eating.

Many Thai dishes are hot and spicy with herbs, lemon grass, and coriander, but most are not especially aggressive. Food is always sweet, sour, hot, salty or spicy never bland. Each region has its own specialties. Food may be transferred to your rice bowl, where it can be mixed with rice. Rice is eaten with almost every meal.

Leave a small amount of food on your plate when you have finished eating, to show you are full. Place your spoon and fork on your plate at the position to indicate you are finished eating.

The host pays the bill. Never offer to split a bill in a restaurant. Dress Thai society is divided into upper and lower classes. At formal occasions, dress is expected to match one's social station. Appearance is very important. Wealth is greatly admired. High-status Thais often overdress, especially considering the hot climate. Western clothing is very common. Modest clothing is recommended. All WAI Translations now lists translations in 35 languages. Thanks to the translators.

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