Man greeting Man - Men shake hands when greeting one another while maintaining direct eye contact. A firm but fairly brief handshake is the norm. With friends, a simple hello will suffice.
Woman greeting Woman- At a first meeting, women generally shake hands while maintaining direct eye contact. Between good friends, a single kiss on the cheek is becoming more and more common. If you have not seen someone in a long time, a light hug is common.
Greetings between Men & Women- At a first meeting a regular handshake will do. With friends and people that you see often, a simple hello will suffice. Good friends may engage in a single kiss on the cheek. This tends to be more common for younger generations.
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