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You’ve probably heard the rumor that holding up a pinky finger in China is the same as showing someone your middle finger in the United States. But is this rumor true? We’ve debunked this common tale in this article and provided plenty of intel on what the middle finger actually means in China—keep reading to learn more!
Things You Should Know
- Showing someone your middle finger is considered extremely disrespectful and offensive in China.
- While the middle finger has the same meaning in China as in the US, the gesture isn’t used as often.
- Holding up a pinky finger in China is not the same as flipping someone off in Western culture.
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- If you’re visiting China, avoid making hand gestures to remain respectful of the people and culture.[11]Thanks
References
- ↑ https://journeys.dartmouth.edu/folklorearchive/2018/11/11/insulting-gestures-china-gesture-4-pointing-with-pinky/
- ↑ https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/medicine-and-dentistry/heart-meridian
- ↑ https://www.healinghandschiro.com/heart-meridian-and-treatment-of-chest-pain-
- ↑ https://www.yogapedia.com/definition/11620/middle-finger-energy
- ↑ https://www.originalbuddhas.com/about-buddha-statues/hand-positions/karana-mudra
- ↑ https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/taoism/
- ↑ https://dornsife.usc.edu/assets/sites/780/docs/09_jesp_chandler___schwarz_finger.pdf
- ↑ https://harrisburg.psu.edu/international-students-office/guide-american-culture-etiquette
- ↑ https://worldpopulationreview.com/country-rankings/middle-finger-in-different-countries
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