22. Language Lesson
Hello
Response:
Thank you
You’re welcome
No
Yes
I seek protection in Allah
from the accursed Satan
Marhabbah
Marhabbteen
Shuran
Aafwaan
La
Naam
Audhu billahi min ash
shaytan ar rajim
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29. Language Lesson
Dhanyavaad
Apna khayal rakhna
Mai kuchh khaanaa
chahta hoon
Mai apne khaane kaa
anand le rahaa hoon
Thank you
Take care
I want something to eat
I am enjoying my meal
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31. Business Etiquette
Attire
• Men: Suit and Tie
• Women: Conservative
Dress or Pant Suit Keep
upper arms, back, chest,
and legs covered at all
times!
Greetings
• “Namaste” with hands in
praying position and a slight
bow Handshake?
• Professional titles and last
names
• Gifts
• The “Seat of the Soul”
• Punctuality
• Presentation of business
cards
32. Business Etiquette
• Be prepared for a lengthy negotiating process and do not
become frustrated by delays.
• Spend time establishing personal and social relationships as
such are a vital prerequisite to conducting business.
• Having a local partner in India is of great assistance when
dealing with the government or officialdom.
• Always be prepared for lengthy delays when dealing with
the government (Bureaucracy and Red Tape)
• The word “No”
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36. Language Lesson
Hello
Thank you very much
Shall we have a drink
today?
I am hungry
Yes
No
Konnichi wa
Doumo Arigatou
Kyou nomi ni iki masen
ka?
Onaka ga suita
Hai
Iie