concept   physical contact
culture   Ukraine
statement   Ukrainians commonly use formal physical contact for greeting and show affection through physical gestures.
2 similar statements
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 appropriateness of physical contact Ukraine Physical contact such as hugging and cheek kissing is common among friends and even upon first meeting, especially between women. 1
2 physical contact Ukraine Formal physical contact such as handshake is common for greeting, while public displays of affection are considered more reserved. 1