Cultural Etiquette

noun a French word meaning boy or waiter

• The garcon at the restaurant took our order and brought us our meals promptly.
• Hey garcon, can we get some more bread over here?
• That garcon is always on point with his service.
• The garcon of the group, she always made sure everyone was taken care of.

noun a title or term of respect used to address or refer to someone, such as 'Mr.', 'Mrs.', or 'Dr.'

• In Japanese culture, honorific titles such as 'san' or 'sama' are used to show respect.
• Using honorifics like 'Mr.' or 'Ms.' is a common practice in English-speaking countries.
• Some people use honorifics like 'dude' or 'bro' in a casual setting.
• The title 'Your Majesty' is a figurative honorific used to address royalty.

noun a traditional Muslim greeting or salutation

interjection used as a greeting in Arabic-speaking and Muslim countries

• Upon entering the mosque, the Imam greeted the congregation with a salaam.
• I always feel a sense of peace when someone says salaam to me.
• Hey, don't forget to give me a salaam when you see me next!
• The sunset over the ocean was like a salaam from nature, a peaceful and beautiful gesture.

verb to eat or drink (something) with a loud sucking noise

adverb in a manner that involves making a loud sucking noise while eating or drinking

• The chef demonstrated how to properly slurp up the noodles without making a mess.
• I always slurp up my soup because it's just so good!
• Let's slurp up these milkshakes before they melt!
• She couldn't help but slurp up all the juicy gossip about her coworkers.

adjective relating to or suitable for washing or cleansing the body

• The ablutionary rituals in many religious traditions involve cleansing the body before prayer.
• I always feel refreshed after my ablutionary routine in the morning.
• I can't start my day without an ablutionary shower.
• The act of forgiveness can be seen as an ablutionary process for the soul.