A handshake is the most common greeting when meeting someone for the first time or in professional settings. Handshakes should be firm and accompanied with direct eye contact throughout the greeting, especially in business contexts. Being the first person to offer your hand can reflect confidence.
What are the different types of greetings?
- Hi there
- Hi team
- Hey team
- Hey there
- Hey guys
- Hey all
- Hi all
- Morning all
- Morning team
- Howdy
What are some examples of greetings?
- Greetings (or Good Morning, Good Afternoon): Consider these options as a slightly more formal version of "Hello" and "Hi." They're appropriate for formal written or printed letters and emails to people you don't know (or only know on a casual basis). For example, consider using them when sending a newsletter to another department.
What are the forms of greetings?
- greetings.
- hi.
- howdy.
- welcome.
- bonjour.
- buenas noches.
- buenos dias.
- good morning.
What type of things are said for greetings?
- (Hey) What’s up (man/dude/bro/their name)?
- (Hey) Good to see you.
- (Hey) How are things (with you)?
- (Hey) How’s it going?
The most common greeting is a handshake with a warm, welcoming smile. Men may place their left hand on the other person's shoulder while shaking hands. Smiling and showing sincere pleasure at meeting the person is important. As in the rest of Africa, it is rude to rush the greeting process.