Table manners
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Table manners are the rules of etiquette used while eating, which may also include the appropriate use of utensils. Different cultures observe different rules for table manners. Many table manners evolved out of practicality. For example, it is generally impolite to put elbows on tables, since doing so creates a risk of tipping over bowls and cups. Each family or group sets its own standards for how strictly these rules are to be enforced.
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See also
- Social graces
- Intercultural competence
- Montreal-Philippines cutlery controversy
- Eating utensil etiquette
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