Social Etiquette to Know in 2025:
1. Address people as 'brother' or 'sister' when you meet them.
2. If you arrive late to a gathering, just apologize without explaining and pour yourself three cups first!
3. When visiting someone’s home, don’t go empty-handed; bring some fruit or snacks.
4. When inviting someone to dinner, choose a nice place and order generously.
5. When giving gifts, follow the amount that others give; don’t give more or less.
6. When toasting, keep your glass lower than others.
7. If someone helps you, express your gratitude in a timely manner, such as treating them to a meal or giving a small gift.
8. Don’t speak ill of others behind their backs; it will eventually get back to them.
9. When chatting with someone, listen more and speak less; don’t interrupt them.
10. Don’t easily borrow money from others, and be cautious about lending money as well.
11. When visiting relatives or friends, don’t stay too long; know when to leave.
12. When you encounter acquaintances on the street, take the initiative to greet them; don’t pretend you didn’t see them.
13. When handing someone a cigarette, give them two; when receiving, take the one on the inside.
14. When speaking or doing things, leave room for flexibility; don’t be too definitive.
15. Don’t publicly embarrass others; giving others face is giving yourself a way out.
16. Be grateful for the kindness of others; keep it in your heart.