What are the manners in Korean K-dramas?
Manners’ hands are a unique cultural practice in Korea that reflects the importance of proper manners and respect for others. In Korean culture, the way people use their hands and fingers to eat, greet, and social interact is considered important. It is an interesting aspect of Korean practice and an integral part of local etiquette. Let’s take a closer look at the concept of manners’ hands.
Manners are called “multigrain hands” in Korean and refer to the way they use their hands to convey respect and politeness in various situations.
It covers various gestures such as how to hold the tableware correctly when eating, how to give and receive items, and how to express gratitude or apology through hand gestures.
In Korea, there are certain rules about how to use your hands during meal times.
It is important to hold your spoon and chopsticks correctly when you are eating. Usually, your spoon is held in your right hand and your chopsticks are held in your left hand. This is to ensure that your hands used in meals do not directly touch the serving utensils or co-cooking.
Using the correct hand gestures and gestures while eating shows respect for the food,
its owner, and fellow diners. It is also common to eat in one’s own plate using a spoon before eating in a communal dish. This method helps maintain hygiene and prevents shared utensils from directly touching your mouth.
Manners’ hands are also reflected in traditional Korean greetings, known as “jeonse” or “jeol.” The proper way to greet someone is to place your right hand on your left forearm and bow slightly. This gesture shows respect and humility for the person being greeted.
When you meet someone who is older or has a high social status, you may hold your bow deeper and hold your hand on your forearm for longer. On the other hand, a shallower bow is appropriate when welcoming someone who is younger or has a low social status, and you can touch your hand briefly on your forearm.
Manners play an important role in expressing gratitude and sorry in Korean culture.
When receiving a gift or item, it is common to hold the item with both hands and bow your head slightly to express gratitude. This is a sign of respect and appreciation for the giver. Similarly, Koreans often use their hands to emphasize their sincerity and regret when apologizing. A slight bowing of one hand shows modesty and a genuine sense of reconciliation. Korean manners show the importance of proper manners and respect in social interaction.