culture of the citizens of England

in #culture6 years ago

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Western culture is very different from Asian culture. But you need not worry. By studying western culture before leaving for college there, you can prepare to adapt well.
The good news for you is that the Britons are friendly enough and happy to help. You do not need to hesitate to start a conversation and ask them.

Clothes.
The habit of dressing in England is quite relaxed. The students adjust their clothes with the seasons. If you will be attending an official interview or event, you are well dressed and polite.

Campus Life.
England is the best country to learn English. English courses are available for all levels. Life on campus is also quite friendly and tends to be relaxed and informal. In the UK, you need not be ashamed to ask. The campus staff are close enough to the students, where students are always encouraged to come to the office and discuss anything, from learning difficulties to personal issues. The majority of campuses also provide student associations and special services for international students.

Greeting.
If you want to greet someone for the first time, you just do it with a handshake. Eye contact is important to show your sincerity, but excessive eye contact is considered annoying. In England, asking for age and income is considered impolite. When you want to start a conversation with your new acquaintance, you can chat around their news, what they're doing or commenting about the weather. The English may look quiet for the first time, but once you start chatting with them you will find that they are a friendly and pleasant person.

Man and woman.
Men and women are seen as equal in England. Compared to Asian countries, relations between men and women in the UK are more informal. How to interact depends on age and status. If for the first time you are still confused, pay attention to people around you, how they interact with each other. You will not take long to adapt.

Table Manner.
Table manner in England is quite continental. Use a fork with your left hand and a knife with your right hand. If you have finished eating, show it by pulling your knife and fork to the right of your plate.

Time.
British citizens appreciate the time. Make sure you are always on time for all invitations and events. If you are invited to dinner, bring a bottle of wine or chocolate or flower to the host. If you are invited to a party, bring a drink to enjoy.
Britain is a multicultural country with resident from various countries. So the locals are very open to foreign culture, and they welcome international arrivals well.

Sports.
Sport is a living part of British citizens. Sports is getting popular after a great success at London 2012 Games. From football to rugby, cycling to race runs, the citizens of England are happy to engage in sports activities. You can join many gyms and find many beautiful gardens as a cycling spot. Universities also frequently organize sports activities. Starting from general sports such as soccer and netball, to unique sports such as capoeira and belly dancing. By joining sports activities in the UK not only help you to maintain your health, but also a very good way to socialize. You can even join hiking clubs to enjoy the beauty of the mountains like Mount Snowdon in North Wales.

Art and Theater.
Theaters and performances are very popular in the UK. In London you can find various dance, drama, and musical performances. The performances always held a tour around the city, and the theater was in various corners of England.
Britain is a rich country of history. It would be unfortunate if you did not take your time to learn and learn English history. You can visit various palaces, historic churches and other interesting architecture that will give you an idea of ​​the long history of England.

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