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Colombians are somewhat formal and appreciate correct posture and sophisticated mannerisms.
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Beckoning or pointing with the index finger is considered bad form. Using your whole hand with the palm facing down is the way to go. Pointing with your mouth (ie.putting your lips together as if you are going to kiss) is acceptable as well.
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Try to avoid yawning and be sure to cover your mouth with a hand if you do yawn. Same goes with coughing and sneezing.
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To say someone is crazy, you make small circles with index finger next to your head (close to your ear).
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Thumbs up is used to say things are ok, or that you like something.
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For saying “I do not know” or even “I do not care” you bring your shoulders and eyebrows up simultaneously.
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For expressing “I lost” or “I have problems” put your index and middle fingers together and tap the side of your neck one or two times.
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When demonstrating the height of something, be aware that holding the palm face down is reserved for animals. For people, hold the palm sideways with the thumb on top.
