Do you want to be a popular guest who gets invited back? Read our  (六) top tips for being a good guest.

Clothes—if you arein a formal situation, dress smartly: a suit and tie for men, a  (裙子) and jacket for women.

Gifts—if you are going to stay in someone's house, (带来) a small gift if you are staying for a (短的) period of time, a bigger gift for longer periods. (昂贵的) chocolate works in most situations. Don't arrive empty-handed.

Greetings—to shake hands or to  (亲吻)? Wait to see what your host does.

Food—always accept it when offered. Try to eat all of it and say it   (品尝) good whether it looks terrible or delicious. Most people are  (自豪的) of their cooking even if they shouldn't be. Don't hurt their feelings.

Titles—in formal situations, don't use first (名字). Always use titles (Doctor, Professor, Chairperson) until the person tells you not to.

Leaving—the most important tip for being a good guest is to know when to say goodbye. The  (秘密) is to leave while the host is still enjoying your company and wants you to stay longer.