7 Table Manners Mistakes To Avoid
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13 May 2025
Passing Food The Wrong Way: Always pass dishes to your right. This counterclockwise flow helps keep the meal smooth, especially with multiple dishes.
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Cutting All Your Food At Once: Don't slice everything at once. Cut one bite at a time, it's more polite and keeps your plate tidy.
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Leaving Your Napkin On The Table: Once you're done, place your napkin to the left of your plate — never crumpled on the table
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Using Your Phone At The Table: Silence your phone during meals, especially when you're a guest. It shows respect and attentiveness.
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Not Excusing Yourself: If you must leave the table, excuse yourself politely — and try to limit how often you get up.
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Eating Before The Host: Wait for the host to sit and start before you begin eating. It's a basic but important gesture.
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Interrupting Conversations: Mealtime is for shared conversation. Listen, take turns, and don't interrupt others.
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