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Back in the middle ages, people generally carried weapons in their right hands. It became customary to clasp hands upon greeting someone thus displaying openly that you were carrying no weapon.

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Are more germs transferred by shaking hands or kissing?

More germs are typically transferred by shaking hands, as it involves direct contact with the hands, which are common carriers of germs. Kissing can also transfer germs, but the likelihood depends on factors such as the duration and intensity of the kiss.


What culture do people not shake hands in greeting?

In some Asian cultures, such as Japan and South Korea, people may bow instead of shaking hands as a form of greeting. Additionally, in some Middle Eastern cultures, it is more common for people of the same gender to greet each other with a kiss on the cheek rather than a handshake.


My hands shake and tremble sometimes with only one person and I am comfortable with the person so why do I do this and how do I stop?

You may care about this person as a love interest and even though you feel comfortable with them you are somewhat nervous and your hands shake which is quite common and some people's hands perspire. If your hands shake then either put them into your jacket pockets or, fold your arms and look relaxed.


Why do people shake when they are angry?

Shaking when angry can be a physiological response to the body's fight-or-flight reaction. When we feel threatened or emotionally overwhelmed, the body releases stress hormones that can cause muscle tension and trembling. This shaking is a natural response to the adrenaline surge that occurs during moments of anger or intense emotional arousal.


Why do people eat anything the edible that they can get their hands on?

People do not really eat anything they can get their hands on, but they will eat most anything as long as it tastes good. Survival instinct. People who need to survive, have no money for food, will eat anything edible, that they can get their hands on.

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When is shaking hands proper?

Shaking hands is proper when you are meeting a person Through shaking hands you introduce yourself.


Can you get trichomoniasis from shaking hands?

You can't get trichomoniasis from shaking hands.


What was McKinley doing when he was shot?

He was shaking hands with people at a reception.


Why do people greet each other?

they say hi hello how are you or shake hands. if they dont listen to you thandont say helloThe shaking of hands came about in middle ages when people carried weapons with them. The shaking of hands showed that they were not holding a weapon in their hands.


What do Japanese people do instead of shaking hands?

The Japanese prefer to bow.


Is there a name for the fear of shaking hands?

There is a fear of hands, which is known as Chirophobia. But i don't now about shaking hands.


How do you put uninformative in a sentence?

shaking hands is a uninformative many people follow


When was Like Shaking Hands with God created?

Like Shaking Hands with God was created in 1999.


How many hand shakes would take place if 14 people shake hands once?

If each person is shaking with only one hand, then the answer is seven. If they are shaking with both hands, then the answer is 14.


Is shaking a verb?

Shaking can be a verb as part of a continuous structure (They are shaking hands) or it can be a gerund which is rather a noun (Shaking hands is not customary in Japan.)


How can I help my baby with shaking hands when they are excited?

When your baby has shaking hands when excited, you can help by gently holding their hands to provide comfort and stability. Additionally, creating a calm and soothing environment can help reduce their excitement levels and lessen the shaking.


Why cannot you get AIDS by shaking hands?

AIDS is rarely if ever transmitted while shaking hands, since that is such an odd activity during sex.