Good appetite for food is one of the most enduring traditions of human communication. But in some situations, the desire can be a sign of bad taste or it can sound in the most unexpected way. How do you wish Bon appetit so that it sounds appropriate?
Instructions
Step 1
In each language, there are certain formulas for how to wish you bon appetit. In Turkish - Afiyet olson! In Portuguese - Bom apetite! In French - Bon appetit! But it must be remembered that the English version of "Enjoy your meal" is typical of American English. In England it is more appropriate to say "Bon appetit" or even to remain silent. It is much more important to observe other details: do not start eating immediately after the dish is served. Haste in the culture of a feast is an indicator of bad manners, bad manners.
Step 2
A wish for bon appetit implies informal communication - it's like talking about your children or parents. For example, etiquette experts believe that restaurants generally do not have a tradition of wishing you bon appetit. If this is a business lunch with colleagues or bosses, or even a regular lunch in the office kitchen, do not show obsessive initiative and shout "Bon appetit" while grabbing a plastic box with a salad. It is much more important to observe etiquette: do not start eating before the eldest of those present has begun to eat. Of course, every organization has its own unwritten rules. And if for food it is customary to throw bread balls at each other or try each other from a plate, then you can master the informal wishes of bon appetite.
Step 3
Informal wishes of bon appetite can be verbal and written, hooligan-provocative like "To choke you", "Eat for health" or syrupy-tender in the spirit of "Eat, Eat, dear // Stuff your tummy // Chicken and porridge // Loving Masha ". Leaflets with similar "bonappetite verses" can be planted by loving wives, collecting dinner for their husbands to work. It is important to understand that in informal communication, it is not so much a ritual formula that is important, but sincerity and a benevolent attitude.
