A Comparison of Drinking Etiquette Between China and Britain

Abstract

Drinking etiquette plays an extremely important role in people’s dietetic and social activities. It vividly refects the cultural connotations of different countries. Besides, it is often regarded as one of the most important characteristics of wine culture in all nations. With the rapid economic and cultural development in the 21st century, the study of differences in drinking etiquette between China and Britain can exert a positive influence on cross-cultural communications between two countries. In China and Britain, there are different definitions for drinking etiquette, which also have inherent features of Chinese and Western cultures. Therefore, this paper will probe into the comparison of drinking etiquette between two nations based on drinking histories, drinking etiquette in China and Britain, the similarities and differences of distinct etiquette, and the reasons for these differences. In addition, through a thorough analysis, the author hopes to help people to better understand the etiquette of drinking and wine culture in both countries, in order to provide people with more English learning materials. As a result, individuals are more likely to have a better understanding of British and Chinese cultures, and contribute something positive to cross-cultural exchanges between two great nations.