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Germany

German etiquette treats punctuality and directness as forms of respect, not coldness — arriving a few minutes early for a business meeting, holding eye contact during a toast, and saying what you mean plainly are all read as taking the other person seriously.

5 rules.

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Rules in Germany

Arrive a few minutes early for a meeting

Business

Hold eye contact during a toast

Dining

Give flowers in odd numbers, unwrapped

Gifts

Don't mistake directness for rudeness

Social

Respect Ruhezeit — quiet hours are enforced

Travel