Greetings and Etiquette

Greetings between young and old are initiated by the younger person, who speaks first and extends a hand for a handshake. Close relatives or female friends may kiss each other on each cheek; men stick to handshakes. A wave means either "hi" or "bye" and is appropriate in informal situations.The phrase "Good morning" is said until noon, "good day" from noon until 6, "good evening" from 6 onward, and "good night" is reserved for the last parting of the night.