The official languages in Luxembourg are French, German, and Luxembourgish. Most of the population (about 400,000 people) use Luxembourgish as their spoken language. However, French is the official written language and is used for legislation. Most press releases will be in French and German, however, most Luxembourgers can speak multiple languages and is recommended to know Luxembourgish in addition to French and German. Since many employees working in Luxembourg are from France and Belgium, knowing French is necessary for communicating in restaurants and stores. German is more common outside of cities, which is why both languages are necessary in Luxembourg. The most common business greeting is a brief handshake and direct eye contact which …show more content…
There are many museums, concert halls, performance theaters, and galleries that show the citizens’ love and appreciation for the arts. Much of their architecture originates from the Treveri, a Celtic tribe during the 1st century B.C. The most significant structures have been their castles and churches. Some examples are the Vianden Castle and the Echternarch Basilica, a grand church. The two main classical music venues in Luxembourg are the Philharmonie concert hall and the Grand Théâtre de Luxembourg. They frequently perform with opera and ballet as well.
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Neighboring countries France, Germany, and Belgium have contributed to Luxembourgish cuisine over the years. Recently, it has also been influenced by Italian and Portuguese dining due to the increasing number of immigrants from those nations. They have many delicacies in Luxembourg such as pastries, cheese, fresh fish, and Ardennes ham smoked in saltpeter. One of their specialties is Thüringer, a small, spicy sausage similar to German bratwurst that is often sold by street vendors. Another is Gromperekichelcher, a spiced potato pancake with chopped onions and parsley. These are also sold by street vendors.
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Cigarettes, beer and wine may be sold to 16 year olds and above, so do not be alarmed if you see a teenager smoking or drinking. However, sprits are only sold to adults of 18 years and above. If you ever see someone drinking or smoking under the legal age, keep in mind that the actual person in possession of the alcohol will not get in trouble, but the one who gave them access to the alcohol would, so in other words, do not give kids of 15 years or younger
What is the official language or the United States? 90% of the people would answer English, but guess again. The United States doesn’t have an official language. The subject of English as the official language of the United States has been covered intensively by the world press over the past decade. Declaring it the official language of United States can make an improvement in many areas, and is very relevant for future generations.
The majority language spoken in Italy is Italian, however, there are a few minor languages spoken in different regions of Italy such as German, or French (Commisceo Global, 2016). Unlike Italy, the United States has different accents depending on the region of the United States we are from, but there is only one language that is spoken and understood by all people.
The lifestyle in France, just like in all other European countries, has changed dramatically since the early 1700’s. People went from farmers to factory owners to all of the professions of today’s society. The main reason for the great changes in lifestyle that occurred in France was the Industrial Revolution, which urbanized most of France. But the Industrial Revolution was not the only thing that changed France. The monarchy fell the church changed, and the role people had in their jobs and family life change drastically.
Formal greeting calls for a prolonged handshake with the left hand to support the right arm and direct eye contact to show respect
Gift-giving nowadays is no longer an act of kindness, but rather a political measure, taken to ensure one’s status with one’s acquaintances. While the general feeling of "goodwill towards men" still pervades the season, albeit filtered through television and municipal decorating projects, there is a great tension that precedes the actual Christmas holiday itself. I remember Christmases of my youth as enjoyable times, to be sure, but also as times when it was best to stay clear of my mother, who was inevitably in
At large parties, you may introduce yourself. When dining, you should not sit until you are told where to sit and you should not eat until the hostess starts. It is polite to keep both of your hands visible while eating and to leave some food on your plate when finished. Only men are permitted to give toast.... ... middle of paper ...
the Christmas season we are going to celebrate with a party at a members house
If a country doesn’t have an official language is usually due to distinct historical or cultural reasons. As I began reading articles on this topic, I was amazed that the great country I live in doesn’t have an official language. I begin to wonder why this is the case. Many countries have an official language in which all the official business, daily activities and other formal activities are conducted. There are even thirty (30) states that have succeeded through their own statutes to declare English as an official language of their particular state (www.us-english.org).
The book Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands, is written specifically with those doing international business in mind. It is essentially a guide to over sixty countries and an explanation of their society and cultural customs. Knowledge of those with whom you are doing business not only can help avoid costly blunders it can also give you an advantage when dealing with them.
We live in a culture where people are expected to give to others gifts of gratitude and expressions of love. Sometimes these gifts are accepted for what they are worth and other times they are not. We use that which others give us based on several factors. Among them are whether we perceive the gift as valuable, whether we can practically use the gift, or whether the gift is given earnestly and for the right reasons. Because of this there is not one explanation why certain attitudes about gifts exist. We should, however, understand that it is not for us to realize why a gift is given, but rather that someone thinks enough of us to give a gift in the first place. It is certain that if gifts are not accepted and used in a prudent and expeditious manner, then the gifts that are received will deteriorate or whither completely away.
Helsinki is also known for many world-famous buildings, such as Johannes Cathedral and Uspenski Orthodox Church. In 1952, Helsinki held the Olympics from July 19-August 3.
The French culture is known worldwide by its arts and lifestyle. There are many countries in Europe, South America and African are influence by the French culture not just the US. First we have artists like Nicolas Poussin and Louise Moillon who develop a more advance art style. Next is Michel de Montaigne a French philosopher that made essays and writes about the brain advances literature worldwide. They have beautiful architecture and garden, for example The Palace of Versailles and Hall of Mirrors. Third haute couture talk about the high fashion of France spread through Europe and change fashion. Finally, cuisine the evolutionary of food in France and food we still eat today. These are the people and art we owe the French from its culture
The article talks about a female executive who had visited a conservative Muslim country. She had trouble interacting with male business partners as they come from cultures where women do not often engage in high-level trades. The men refused to shake her hand, which made her, feel disrespected and confused. The author suggests that female businesspeople from liberal countries such as those in the West need to learn that every country has its norm pertaining the roles of men and women. Age is also important in cross-cultural businesses where older people are considered wise. Body language and communication style are also different depending on the culture where in some place direct speaking may be regarded as disrespectful or even rude while in others steady eye contact is considered as a means to build trust. The female business person also has to recognize the signals that she is sending to her corporate partners. She should be wary of offending her business partners of all sexes as the female may judge their fellow women more harshly than how a man would. The woman also has to determine if the signals that she is receiving are cultural norms or sexism. Therefore, the important factors in intercultural businesses are learning the culture of the other person in advance to know how to
French culture and society has evolved from many different aspects of French life. From the mastery of French cuisine to the meaning of French art, the French have changed and evolved in many ways to produce a specific modern culture, the dignified culture of the French. One thing that parallels the progress and continuation of French culture is the role of women throughout France. Compared to other nations, the role and rights of women in France were confronted earlier and Women’s suffrage was enacted earlier. The role of women in France, because of the early change in perception of women, enabled France to develop faster and with less conflict than other competing nations.
First, you should prepare the invitation list to be able to know how many guests you want to invite. Above all, you should make the difficult choice of who to invite and who not to. For instance, on Christmas Eve, which is also my birthday, I would like to do a small dinner gathering my closest friends and family. I wouldn't invite a lot of people since my house wouldn't fit the whole village. Instead, I would invite the people who are the closest to me. Moreover, you should prepare and send the invitation cards. Because of the fact that it is a special occasion, the card shows its importance. Further more, it is equally important to receive the invitation's response. It is the numbe...