concept   sitting
culture   Middle Eastern countries
statement   In Middle Eastern countries, sitting on the floor with cushions and avoiding showing the soles of the feet is common etiquette.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 seating etiquette Middle Eastern culture The sole of the foot should never be pointed towards someone 1
2 sit Middle Eastern countries It is common to sit on the floor while eating, using cushions or low stools. 1
3 sit Middle Eastern countries It is common for guests to be offered a cushion to sit on as a sign of hospitality. 1
4 sit down Middle Eastern countries It is customary to remove shoes before sitting down, especially in someone's home 1
5 sit down Middle Eastern countries It is customary to sit on the floor or on cushions when eating a meal. 1
6 sit in Middle Eastern countries Often sit in a circle on floor cushions or rugs while socializing or eating meals 1
7 sitting cross-legged Middle Eastern countries Not typically practiced in formal settings and may be seen as informal or disrespectful 1
8 sitting down Middle Eastern countries Considered disrespectful to show the soles of one's feet while sitting, especially in formal situations 1
9 sitting etiquette Middle Eastern countries Crossing legs and showing the soles of your feet when sitting can be seen as disrespectful and should be avoided, especially in formal settings. 1
10 sitting etiquette Middle Eastern countries It is customary to always leave a space between yourself and someone of the opposite gender when sitting to respect personal space and modesty. 1