Culturally Responsive Conversations

Appendix 2COMMON GREETINGS

Common Greetings and Gestures

Country	Some Common Ways of Greeting	Details
Argentina	A hug and kiss on the cheek; Handshake	Male, female, old, young, it doesn't matter: Whether you want one or not, you're getting a hug and a kiss on the cheek. For professional situations, you should give a firm handshake with direct eye contact and a welcoming smile.
Australia	Right-handed handshakes	Right-handed handshakes are customary in Australia and should be accompanied by direct eye-contact.
Brazil	Kiss on the cheek one to three times; Handshake	Depending on the region, you'll kiss one to three times; however, the single ladies tend to give an extra smooch. For professional greetings, the most common and appropriate ...