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The gestures that you use in your country often exist in other countries, but sometimes they can have very different meanings. Find out if you are ready to travel abroad by doing our quiz on international gestures.
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12 random squares
You should sniff rather than blow your nose in
Japan
France
Russia
58% got this right
In Japan, blowing your nose in public is considered rude, while sniffing is more acceptable.
2
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If you raise your eyebrow in Turkey, people will understand that you mean
"no"
"I'm confused"
"yes"
28% got this right
In Turkey, raising your eyebrow translates to "no" or a sign of disagreement.
3
12 random squares
Where will people get angry if you cross your fingers for good luck?
Vietnam
Ireland
New Zealand
29% got this right
In Vietnam crossed fingers can be seen as a rude way to refuse someone.
4
12 random squares
If someone says "yes" with the gesture in Baulgaria, they will
Shake their head
Nod their head
Shrug their shoulders
36% got this right
If someone says "da" (dah) and shakes their head from side to side in Bulgaria, they are actually saying yes.
5
12 random squares
People in Indonesia will feel you are rude if you
Point at people
Lick your lips
Scratch your head
63% got this right
Pointing with your index finger: It's better to point with your thumb or open hand.
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12 random squares
It's perfectly polite to slurp noisily while drinking your tea in
Japan
Brazil
Canada
43% got this right
In Japan tea culture, slurping is actually encouraged! It helps aerate the tea and allows you to experience
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12 random squares
Giving a thumb-up is considered childish in
Thailand
Australia
Italy
33% got this right
Giving a thumb-up is considered childish in Thailand. It's always best to err on the side of caution
