🌍 In this episode of Cross-Cultural Chats, Sara and Sam talk about different ways people say hello around the world. From handshakes in English, kisses on the cheek in France, bows in Japan, to “Namaste” in India — greetings are more than just words. They are part of culture, respect, and friendship. ✨ Listen, learn, and discover how a simple “hello” can build bridges between people everywhere. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more fun and easy English podcasts! 📚 New Words from the Conversation 1. Shake hands – to take someone’s hand and move it up and down. Example: People usually shake hands when they meet in business. 2. Cheek – the soft part of your face below your eyes. Example: She kissed her child on the cheek. 3. Bow – to bend your body forward to show respect. Example: In Japan, students bow to their teachers. 4. Respect – being polite and showing that you think someone is important. Example: We must show respect to our parents. 5. Politeness – behaving in a nice and correct way. Example: Saying “please” and “thank you” is a sign of politeness. 6. Closeness – being near in relationship or friendship. Example: Good friends often feel a strong closeness to each other. 7. Bridge – something that connects two sides. Example: A smile can be a bridge between people. #LearnEnglish #EnglishPodcast #EnglishForBeginners #ESL #CrossCultural #Hello #Greetings #LanguageLearning #EnglishConversation #CulturalDifferences #SayHello #LearnEnglishSpeaking #simpleenglish