GERMANY | Socializing | DOs and DONT´s
DO
- ask if you should take off your shoes inside, If you visit someone at home
- move into a WG, play sports and continue your hobbies. That is a fast way to meet a lot of people
- always use the formal ”Sie“ when you talk to older people (even when they invite you to their home) and address them with Herr / Frau and their last name. Shake hands
- bring a small present when you are invited to dinner
DON’T
- use the formal ”Sie“ with fellow students. You can always use the informal ”Du“
- forget appointments (cancel them in due time)
- forget your costume when celebrating carnival!
- be disappointed if your colleagues don’t invite you to their homes