In gratitude of an invitation to a home or an occasion, Filipinos appreciate guests bringing a fruit basket or any food. Such a gesture is called "pasalubong". Filipinos value the gentlemanly gesture. Most of Filipino men give their seats to a woman. It is also customary for men to assist women in carrying groceries, climbing up a ladder or coming down from a staircase.
For wake and funerals, never wear loud colors especially red. Wear black or white as a sign of sympathy to the bereaved family. For relatives of the bereaved family wearing of the mourning pin (small black rectangular pin) is a must. For widows, they have to wear the mourning pin as well as wear black dress or shirts for one year.
Filipinos give so much note on formal introductions. Older folks are usually introduced to younger people first. Males are introduced to females first. Introduce a group to an individual first as the individual is not expected to remember all the names at first introduction. Failing to make introduction is a big NO-NO!  |