concept   gesture of thanks
12 commonsense assertions
Cultures (12) • Middle Eastern (1) • East Asian countries (1) • African cultures (1) • India (1) • Nigeria (1) • South Asian countries (1) • Thailand (1) • Arab countries (1) • Mediterranean countries (1) • Russia (1) • Slavic countries (1) • Southeast Asian countries (1)
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 gesture of thanks Middle Eastern In Middle Eastern cultures, expressing thanks includes gestures such as placing the hand over the heart and offering hospitality. 5
2 gesture of thanks East Asian countries In East Asian countries, gestures of thanks often involve bowing and presenting small gifts. 4
3 gesture of thanks African cultures In African cultures, gestures of thanks include nodding, thanking, offering a smile, and communal expressions through singing, drumming, or dancing. 3
4 gesture of thanks India In India, gestures of thanks are often connected to religious events and involve prayers, offerings, and communal acts of kindness. 2
5 gesture of thanks Nigeria In Nigeria, gestures of thanks include nods, 'thank you' expressions, and heartfelt smiles, as well as communal celebrations, music, and dance. 2
6 gesture of thanks South Asian countries The common gesture of thanks in South Asian countries is placing palms together and bowing the head slightly, known as 'Namaste'. 2
7 gesture of thanks Thailand In Thailand, expressions of thanks often involve religious rituals and the 'wai' gesture. 2
8 gesture of thanks Arab countries In Arab countries, a common gesture of thanks is placing the right hand over the heart to show sincerity and gratitude. 1
9 gesture of thanks Mediterranean countries In Mediterranean countries, a common gesture of thanks involves expressing gratitude with hand gestures and a kiss on both cheeks. 1
10 gesture of thanks Russia In Russia, a common gesture of thanks is a firm handshake with direct eye contact. 1
11 gesture of thanks Slavic countries In Slavic countries, a common gesture of thanks is a firm handshake with direct eye contact. 1
12 gesture of thanks Southeast Asian countries In Southeast Asian countries, a common gesture of thanks is the 'wai', which involves placing the hands together in a prayer-like gesture and slightly bowing the head. 1