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Refuse seven times, accept one (food, drinks, gifts)Refuse seven times, accept one (food, drinks, gifts) No self-respecting guest, once in a Chinese house, will immediately accept everything that is offered. No matter how hungry, thirsty, or receiving a gift, strict Chinese etiquette prohibits any manifestations even remotely resembling greed or impatience, so don't forget to politely decline a couple of times.
Don't take the first " No thanks" seriously
Chinese people automatically refuse food and drinks several times - even if they really feel hungry or thirsty. Never take " No thanks" said once literally. Even if the refusal is received twice, we offer it again.
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