Table manners

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Table Manners

Table manners (/ˈteɪbəl ˈmænərz/) are the rules of etiquette used while eating, which may also include the appropriate use of utensils. Different cultures observe different rules for table manners. Each family or group sets its own standards for how strictly these rules are to be enforced.

Etymology

The term "table manners" originates from the Latin word "manus" meaning hand. It was first used in the 15th century to refer to the way one conducts oneself at the table.

Related Terms

  • Etiquette: The customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession or group.
  • Dining etiquette: The art of knowing the correct way to behave while eating in a formal setting.
  • Place setting: The way that the table is set with dishes, glasses, and silverware.
  • Silverware: Eating utensils, such as knives, forks, and spoons, made of silver or a similar material.
  • Napkin: A square piece of cloth or paper used at a meal to wipe the fingers or lips and to protect garments.

Pronunciation

Table manners are pronounced as /ˈteɪbəl ˈmænərz/.

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