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When traveling in Britain, why did the tour guide say "Don't be Bi Ye"?

Because in Britain, the meaning of scissorhands is the same as our middle finger, so when you travel to Britain, the tour guide will tell you not to compare gestures.

Legend has it that during the Anglo-French War, English archers were very powerful, and many French soldiers were placed under the arrows of English archers. So, the French said they would cut off the forefinger and middle finger of these shooters. As a result, Britain won. The soldiers came to show off their fingers and insult the French. Later, this gesture became an insulting gesture, which means the same as the middle finger in our country.

Of course, there are other considerations when traveling to Britain.

For example, when you buy something in Britain, don't bargain. Because the British think bargaining is a shameful thing, if you bargain with them, they will be ashamed.

Also, the British don't like the number "13", and most Europeans don't like this number either. They usually don't go out on Fridays because they don't like Fridays either. Therefore, if it comes to Friday, it is likely that the street will be very deserted.

British people generally don't talk about salary, age and politics, so you should pay attention to these when talking to British people.

In Britain, a thumbs-up means a lift, not a compliment. So, when talking to people on the side of the road, don't give a thumbs-up at will, or a car will stop.

Shopping malls should close early, usually after 5 pm. Unlike in China, we like to go shopping at night. Now we want to go shopping, only during the day.

This is what you should pay attention to when traveling in Britain.