Chinese gǒngshǒu is famous: cupping one hand in the
other in front of the chest, which is often accompanied
with nodding or a slight bow. Traditionally, there
would not be any contact in the form of a handshake
or kisses, although this is changing with the increasing
Western influence.
The Chinese usually introduce themselves using either
just the family name—e.g. Han—or the family name
followed by the given name—Han Hong. But they are
used to hearing Western names the other way: Robert
Barker. It’s not common to ask someone their name
directly, so listen carefully to the introductions.
When talking to or about others in an informal situation,
xiǎo or lǎo is often added in front of their family name,
depending on whether they are perceived to be younger
or older than you. For example, if Han Hong appears
younger or more junior, you’d call her/him xiǎo hán;
if older or more senior, lǎo hán is used to show respect.
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