Soziale Interaktion - Höflichkeit und Etikette

used to emphasize that being polite, respectful, and considerate towards others does not require any significant effort or expense

used to emphasize that being polite and courteous toward others is a small effort that can bring significant benefit

Höflichkeit kostet wenig, bringt aber viel

used to suggest that treating others with kindness and respect can inspire them to do the same

Höflichkeit ist ansteckend

used to suggest that one should be polite and courteous in their speech, even if they have negative or critical thoughts about the person or topic at hand

used to suggest that the most effective way to persuade someone is to present one's case with respectful language, while providing strong and convincing evidence to support one's position

Verwenden Sie sanfte Worte und harte Argumente

used to indicate that older individuals should be given priority or go first, even if it means that their appearance may be less attractive or appealing compared to others

Alter vor Schönheit

used to suggest that good customer service is essential for the success of a business, and a friendly and welcoming attitude toward customers is a crucial aspect of it

Eröffne kein Geschäft, wenn du nicht weißt, wie man lächelt

used to advise individuals to adapt to local customs and practices when in an unfamiliar situation or culture

Andere Länder, andere Sitten!

used to suggest that retracting or taking back a gift or favor that has already been given is generally seen as dishonest or morally wrong

Gib etwas und nimm etwas, um den goldenen Ring des Teufels zu tragen