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A firm handshake with direct eye contact is the standard for both men and women.

Often preferred by locals in casual introductions, this simply means "Pleasure" or "It's a pleasure for me". Cultural Etiquette for First Meetings milo_cie_poznac

Saying the right words is only half of a successful Polish greeting. Traditional etiquette remains important in Poland: A firm handshake with direct eye contact is

Keep a polite distance when meeting someone for the first time. The "three-kiss" greeting on the cheeks is strictly reserved for family and very close friends. How to Respond Traditional etiquette remains important in Poland: Keep a

Use this with peers, people your own age, or children. The word cię is an informal version of "you."

Never shake hands over a doorway, as many Poles still consider this to bring bad luck.

Traditionally, women are greeted before men, and older individuals are greeted before younger ones.