Greetings
Men usually shake hands (firmly) the first time they meet. Women may or may not shake hands. "How do you do", "Good morning" and "Good afternoon" are formal greetings. Usually students and young people just say "Hello" or "Hi". People often appreciate it if you add their name: eg "Hi, Peta".
Men usually shake hands (firmly) the first time they meet. Women may or may not shake hands. "How do you do", "Good morning" and "Good afternoon" are formal greetings. Usually students and young people just say "Hello" or "Hi". People often appreciate it if you add their name: eg "Hi, Peta".
Conversation
Don't be worried if you are not fluent in the English language. If an English speaker is speaking too fast ask them to speak a little more slowly.
Don't be worried if you are not fluent in the English language. If an English speaker is speaking too fast ask them to speak a little more slowly.
Some questions are not asked in Australia unless you know a person very well or unless you are related to them. For example: don't ask someone their age (especially an older person) and don't ask men or women how much money they earn.
