etiquettes
Proper behavior rules
The plural of etiquette is rarely used in English.
Some other languages use it to refer to a label, ticket, or tag that is attached to an object.
Customs of polite conduct
- courtesyRespectful, considerate behavior
- politenessCourteous, respectful conduct
- decorumFitting social conduct
- civilityFormal politeness in conduct
propriety · protocol · formality · graciousness · refinement · tact · diplomacy · charm
Internet conduct standards
- emoji useInserting pictographs in messages
- social mediaOnline content-sharing platforms
- oversharingRevealing too much personally
- ghostingAbruptly ceasing all communication
read receipts · response time · tagging · unfollowing · blocking · screenshot sharing · group chat · trolling
Traditional practices or import taxes
- traditionsLong-established customs passed down
- greetingsExpressions upon meeting
- bowingBending forward in deference
- namasteRespectful Indian greeting
removing shoes · gift-giving · hospitality · religious observance · taboos · gestures · eye contact · personal space
Printed contact information handouts
- introductionsInitial formal presentations
- handshakesMutual palm grips
- dress codeStandards for acceptable attire
- punctualityBeing on time
networking · correspondence · conference calls · signatures · titles · LinkedIn · cold calling · elevator pitch
Proper conduct during meals
- silverwareMetal eating utensils
- place settingArranged utensils for dining
- seating arrangementAssigned positions for sitting
- bread plateSmall dish for rolls
soup spoon · finger bowl · elbows · chewing · serving order · formal dining · courses · tipping
manners
Customs of polite conduct
- courtesyRespectful, considerate behavior
- politenessCourteous, respectful conduct
- decorumFitting social conduct
civility · propriety · protocol · formality · graciousness · refinement · tact · diplomacy · charm · poise
netiquette
Internet conduct standards
- emoji useInserting pictographs in messages
- social mediaOnline content-sharing platforms
- oversharingRevealing too much personally
ghosting · read receipts · response time · tagging · unfollowing · blocking · screenshot sharing · group chat · trolling · spam
customs
Traditional practices or import taxes
- traditionsLong-established customs passed down
- greetingsExpressions upon meeting
- bowingBending forward in deference
namaste · removing shoes · gift-giving · hospitality · religious observance · taboos · gestures · eye contact · personal space · tea ceremony
business cards
Printed contact information handouts
- introductionsInitial formal presentations
- handshakesMutual palm grips
- dress codeStandards for acceptable attire
punctuality · networking · correspondence · conference calls · signatures · titles · LinkedIn · cold calling · elevator pitch · out-of-office
table manners
Proper conduct during meals
- silverwareMetal eating utensils
- place settingArranged utensils for dining
- seating arrangementAssigned positions for sitting
bread plate · soup spoon · finger bowl · elbows · chewing · serving order · formal dining · courses · tipping
etiquettesrudeness
Disrespectful social behavior
impoliteness · bad manners · discourtesy · incivility · boorishness
etiquettesinformality
Relaxed, unofficial tone
casualness · spontaneity · unconventionality · nonconformity · rule-breaking
- dining etiquetteRules for polite meals
- greeting etiquetteNorms for acknowledging others
- office etiquetteWorkplace behavioral standards
- business etiquetteProfessional social conduct rules
- table etiquetteRules for polite eating
- email etiquetteRules for electronic correspondence