concept   greetings
culture   Islam in the Middle East
statement   In Middle Eastern Islamic culture, greetings typically involve the phrase "As-salamu alaykum" and physical contact such as handshakes and hugs.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 greeting Middle Eastern Islamic countries Greeting with 'As-salamu alaykum' and a handshake or kiss on the cheek 1
2 greetings Islam in the Middle East Greetings often involve physical contact such as handshakes and embraces, especially between people of the same gender. 1