意思
Physical contact or greeting.
文化背景
Always use the right hand. Using the left is considered unclean. A firm handshake is a sign of a strong character. Young people often use a 'bro-shake' which is a variation of the standard handshake. Handshakes can last longer than in the West to show genuine interest.
Right hand only
Always use your right hand for handshakes in Swahili culture. The left hand is traditionally reserved for hygiene.
Firmness matters
A limp handshake can be seen as a sign of weakness or lack of interest.
意思
Physical contact or greeting.
Right hand only
Always use your right hand for handshakes in Swahili culture. The left hand is traditionally reserved for hygiene.
Firmness matters
A limp handshake can be seen as a sign of weakness or lack of interest.
自我测试
Fill in the blank with the correct form.
Wao walishikana ______ baada ya mazungumzo.
You shake hands (mikono), not feet (miguu) or heads (kichwa).
Which is the most appropriate way to greet a business partner?
A) Kupiga busu B) Kushikana mikono C) Kuruka juu
Handshaking is the standard professional greeting.
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2 练习Wao walishikana ______ baada ya mazungumzo.
You shake hands (mikono), not feet (miguu) or heads (kichwa).
A) Kupiga busu B) Kushikana mikono C) Kuruka juu
Handshaking is the standard professional greeting.
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常见问题
2 个问题No, always use your right hand to show respect.
It can be both formal and informal depending on the context.
相关表达
Peana mkono
synonymGive a hand
Salimia
similarTo greet
