I saw this a few years ago. I think it's definitely worth sharing: It's pretty long so maybe I'll just do a few everyday.
1) Do not mess with Filipino pride!
While Filipinos are friendly, accommodating people, they are also very proud. It would be a serious mistake to insult their pride. Don't think you are above them just because you are a foreigner. Be careful what you say and do, who and what you criticize and you'll be fine. Especially if you are around a Filipino that's drinking alcohol.
2) Do not disrespect the elderly!
Filipinos are very respectful of their elders, using words like ho, po, opo, referring to them as Ate (older sister), or Kuya (older brother), regardless of blood relation. Avoid calling the elderly by their first names that, is a sign of disrespect and is frowned upon.
3) Don't arrive on time!
Everyplace you go punctuality is a good trait and admired. Sadly, not in the Philippines. There is such a thing called "Filipino time", which refers to a delay from anywhere from 15 minutes to an hour. Meeting up with a local will most likely mean you will be waiting, so try not to be offended. When you are invited to someone's house for dinner. for example do not show up exactly on time. Showing up on time will confuse the host and they'll have to rush their preparations. Be fashionably late, it'll be very much accepted and appreciated.
More tomorrow.....
1) Do not mess with Filipino pride!
While Filipinos are friendly, accommodating people, they are also very proud. It would be a serious mistake to insult their pride. Don't think you are above them just because you are a foreigner. Be careful what you say and do, who and what you criticize and you'll be fine. Especially if you are around a Filipino that's drinking alcohol.
2) Do not disrespect the elderly!
Filipinos are very respectful of their elders, using words like ho, po, opo, referring to them as Ate (older sister), or Kuya (older brother), regardless of blood relation. Avoid calling the elderly by their first names that, is a sign of disrespect and is frowned upon.
3) Don't arrive on time!
Everyplace you go punctuality is a good trait and admired. Sadly, not in the Philippines. There is such a thing called "Filipino time", which refers to a delay from anywhere from 15 minutes to an hour. Meeting up with a local will most likely mean you will be waiting, so try not to be offended. When you are invited to someone's house for dinner. for example do not show up exactly on time. Showing up on time will confuse the host and they'll have to rush their preparations. Be fashionably late, it'll be very much accepted and appreciated.
More tomorrow.....
