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What is considered rude in German culture?

Understanding German etiquette can make or break your experience living or working in Germany. Germans view lateness, skipping greetings, loud public behavior, and invading personal space as disrespectful. But their famous directness isn't rudeness—it's efficiency and honesty. Learn the cultural norms around punctuality, the Sie/du distinction, quiet hours, and rule-following that shape respectful interactions. Whether…

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