Attending a Party
1. Tips for Attending a Party
1.1 About Food Allergies
- 1. Most parties in China are held as group meals.
- 2. If you have a food allergy, please inform the host in advance.
1.2 Choosing Conversation Topics
- 1. Chinese people are very friendly to foreign tourists.
- 2. But please avoid sensitive topics during conversations.
- 3. Do not talk about politics, religion, or personal privacy.
- 4. You can talk about culture, food, travel, and other light topics.
- 5. Proper praise during conversations can liven up the atmosphere.
1.3 Drinking Rules
- 1. Please drink in moderation at parties.
- 2. Do not force others to drink alcohol.
- 3. Do not persuade or force women to drink.
1.4 Drug Ban
- 1. China has one of the strictest drug control laws in the world.
- 2. Drug use is illegal in China.
- 3. Instigating others to take drugs is a serious criminal offense.
- 4. Drug trafficking is a serious criminal offense.
1.5 Meeting Etiquette
- 1. Etiquette for non-business parties is casual.
- 2. A simple greeting is enough if you meet someone for the first time.
- 3. You may also shake hands with them briefly.
2. Simple Conversations
2.1 Greetings
| Hello. |  |
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| Nice to meet you. |  |
2.2 Compliments
| It’s delicious. |  |
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| It tastes very good. |  |
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| It suits my taste. |  |
2.3 Talking About Allergies
| I have allergies. |  |
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| I am allergic to peanuts. |  |
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| I am allergic to nuts. |  |
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| I am allergic to seafood. |  |