Talk to the British.

First of all, we should pay attention to language politeness. Westerners like to say "please" and "thank you", and British manners are world-famous. No matter what others have done for you, even if they let you pass in the room, you should say "thank you" at once. If you ask the landlord to do things for you, you must put the word "please" in the first place. Pay special attention at the dinner table. If the food is far away from you, please ask someone to pass it to you. Don't stand up and reach out directly. Say "good night" before going to bed, "good morning" when meeting in the morning, and "goodbye" before going out. Pay attention to many seemingly trivial things. Second, in daily life, we should respect the living habits of the landlord. Some landlords don't want China students to cook Chinese food at home, so as not to make the kitchen smoke everywhere, so it is best to ask the landlord's permission before cooking Chinese food; Usually when the door of the landlord's room is half open, it means that they can be found at any time. If the door is closed, it means he doesn't want to be disturbed now. If you have something urgent, you must knock at the door first. Many British people are "night owls", staying up late and getting up late. If you go to class early in the morning, try to be light. Being busy with work and classes all day, many English people have to wash clothes together. Before using the washing machine, ask the owner when to wash it to avoid "collision" Some British families like to keep pets and often regard them as family members. If you don't like small animals like cats and dogs, try not to show them in front of the landlord. Third, don't take guests home casually. Whether inviting classmates or friends to your place, you must first get the consent of the landlord. It is considered impolite to take guests home casually. If you come home late from an activity, tell the landlord in advance and don't let others worry about you. Fourth, communicate with the landlord more. Generally speaking, families willing to accept boarding students are more open and hospitable. They welcome international students in order to expose their families and children to different backgrounds and cultures. Communicating with them more can not only improve your spoken English, but also enhance mutual understanding and affection. When you are in trouble, your host family will help you as actively as your family. British people are very polite. Some schools offer etiquette and self-cultivation courses. Pay attention to "ladies first" The British are introverted, quiet and calm, do not show their personal feelings in public, do not express their opinions easily, and do not agree with their words and deeds.

I hate asking personal questions about traveling to England. Never ask anyone "Where have you been" or "Have you eaten?" People in China think you are enthusiastic, while people in Britain think you are rude. It is even more taboo to ask about men's wages and women's ages.

You can't improvise. British people have the habit of queuing, queuing for buses, trains or buying newspapers. Interference is disgusting.

Usually we don't talk about politics, we don't talk about business after work, and we don't like to interfere in other people's private lives.

You can't bargain when shopping in Britain. The most taboo is bargaining. The British don't like bargaining and think it's a shame. If they think the price of the goods is right, they will buy them, and if the price is not right, they will leave.

When visiting a friend's house, bring a bunch of flowers or chocolate candy to the hostess. English people are very interested in tea. They like tea better than any other ethnic group in Europe. Britain is a country of gentlemen, paying attention to civility, courtesy and self-cultivation. At the same time, I also ask others to be polite to myself. Pay attention to dress, and there is a certain convention about what to wear on any occasion. When meeting, use honorifics for elders, superiors and unfamiliar people, and add honorifics, titles or titles such as Mr., Ms., Mrs. and Miss before each other's names. Often used between relatives and friends and acquaintances. People who meet for the first time shake hands, smile and say, "Hello!" " "In public, people generally don't hug. Except for lovers in love, men and women generally don't walk hand in hand.

British people don't get emotional or express their opinions easily. They think that bragging is uncultured and vulgar. People often use polite expressions such as "please", "sorry" and "thank you" in communication, even among family members.

The British "roast beef with Yorkshire pudding" is called the national dish. This is a dish made of sirloin, eggs, milk and flour, baked with beef and potatoes in the oven. When serving, you should also serve some single-boiled vegetables, that is, "roast beef with Yorkshire pudding". Ordinary families have three meals a day (morning, noon and evening). They have lunch as their main meal. Wealthy families eat four meals a day (breakfast, lunch, tea and dinner).

Dislike to eat sticky vegetables; Avoid seasoning with monosodium glutamate; I don't eat dog meat The taste is not too salty, sweet and sour, slightly spicy, and the dishes made by cooking methods such as burning, boiling, steaming, branding, roasting and baking are preferred. I like Beijing food, Sichuan food and Cantonese food in China.

They generally like drinking tea, especially women who are addicted to tea. "Afternoon tea" has almost become an indispensable lifestyle for the British. Even if there is a meeting, some people want to have a rest and have "afternoon tea". Instead of drinking green tea, pour cold milk or fresh lemon into a cup, add some sugar, and then pour tea to make milk tea or lemon tea. If you pour tea first and then milk, it will be considered rude. They also like to drink whisky, soda, wine and champagne, and sometimes beer and spirits, and they don't advise each other.

It is not acceptable to address an Englishman as an Englishman. Because the original meaning of "Englishman" is "Englishman", and the guests you receive may be English, Welsh or Northern Ireland, and the title "England" can satisfy all Englishmen.

It is forbidden to use portraits, elephants and peacocks as clothing patterns and commodity decoration. They think elephants are stupid, peacocks are lewd and unlucky birds, and even pride like peacocks is regarded as boasting and showing off themselves. Taboo the number "13". Also taboo "3" number, taboo with the same match to light a cigarette for a third person. When sitting and talking with an Englishman, it is forbidden to spread your legs too far, let alone cross your legs. You can't stand and talk with your hands in your pockets. Don't whisper in front of them, clap your shoulders, and don't look at them and smile while covering your mouth, thinking it's sarcasm. Don't send lilies. They think lilies mean death.

English people in Britain account for more than 80%, and the rest are Scots, Welsh and Irish. Most residents believe in Christianity and only a few believe in Catholicism. In a word, politeness is very important.