Korean Etiquette
Using two hands
Why
Giving and receiving with both hands shows respect, especially toward someone older or senior.
Do
- Hand over cards, gifts and money with both hands.
- If one hand is busy, touch your other wrist or forearm.
Avoid
- Don't toss things to an elder.
- Don't receive something from a senior with one hand while looking away.
Useful sentence
여기 있습니다.yeogi itseumnida.Here you are.
These are general customs; people, generations and situations vary — kindness covers most mistakes.