Chinese Custom how to KOWTOW, how to BOW - and when to use them

The video explores traditional Chinese greeting customs, focusing on kowtowing and bowing. It delves into the history, types, and significance of these gestures, highlighting their use in formal and casual settings. The video also discusses gender-specific gestures and reflects on the cultural changes over time, emphasizing the importance of reviving these respectful practices.

What is the origin of the term 'kowtow'?

• It is an English term for 'greeting'.

• It originates from a Japanese word for 'respect'.

• It is a Mandarin term for 'bowing'.

• It is derived from a Cantonese term meaning 'knocking the head on the floor'.

In formal kowtowing customs, what is the significance of the 'male left female right' rule?

• It indicates the number of bows required.

• It determines the order of bowing.

• It dictates the hand position during kowtowing.

• It specifies the direction of bowing.

Which type of kowtow is used when meeting the emperor?

• Suebi

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Why did soldiers with heavy armor use Suebi instead of other methods?

• It was a requirement by law.

• It was a tradition passed down by ancestors.

• It was more convenient.

• It was more respectful.

What is the main difference between the low bow and the high bow?

• The low bow is used for friends, while the high bow is for elders.

• The low bow is for formal events, while the high bow is for casual meetings.

• The low bow is for elders, while the high bow is for formal events.

• The low bow is for family, while the high bow is for strangers.

What gesture is used by Manchurian ladies in traditional greetings?

• Holding hands at chest level and lowering the body

• Holding hands on the left knee and lowering the body

• Sticking the right foot back and lowering the body

• Holding hands above the eyes and bowing

What was China once known for in terms of social behavior?

• Its economic power

• Its dignity and courtesy

• Its military strength

• Its technological advancements