concept   hand gestures
culture   South Korea
statement   In South Korea, hand gestures are used sparingly, with emphasis on verbal communication and respectful non-verbal gestures like bowing.
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1 common gestures Korea Common for people to bow as a form of greeting 1
2 gesture meanings South Korea Exchanging business cards with both hands is a sign of respect 1
3 gestures Korea Bowing is a sign of respect and greeting 1
4 hand gestures Korea Hand gestures are used more sparingly and excessive gesturing can be seen as rude or unrefined. 1
5 hand gestures South Korea Hand gestures are used more sparingly and excessive gesturing may be considered impolite 1
6 hand gestures South Korea Less frequent use of hand gestures, more emphasis on verbal communication 1
7 hand gestures South Korea Hand gestures are used more subtly and excessive gesturing may be seen as unnecessary or distracting. 1