What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

if you are a guy and you meet someone the opposite sex, lets say they are just a friend of your friend. and lets say it doesnt matter whether or not you have met them before. what is the most appropriate way to greet a female? a handshake is too formal and professional, and a hug is too personal. i am looking for something inbetween a hug and a handshake. the best thing i could think of right now is a pat on the shoulder or simply just place your hand on their shoulder for a couple of seconds. a pat on the back, you probably would touch their hair and thats a bit personal, so i think shoulder is best. what do you think is the best way to greet a female that is inbetween a business partner and your wife?

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

The best way to greet a woman you just met is a gentle handshake, never hug or touch, women have space boundries and think it too forward and inappropriate for anything more than that. You are right hair is personal space. Oh and look them in the eye when you are talking to them it will show them that you are secure with yourself and open. A compliment is always a lovely beginning. That will show that you are warm.

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

grasp her butt.

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

Maybe just a smile %26amp; a wave hello

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

Smile and wave (:

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

Well Im a girl, and I think the best thing to do is like you said. I would just do a kind pat on the shoulder (if you know them). If you rub their shoulder, than they are going to think you're creepy. But just a nice gesture will make them feel close to you (in a business, friend type way)

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

a smile and a simple hello

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

euww no all those things are creepy!!!

If you don't know them, just say hello there is no need for contact. A handshake is acceptable, I have met many people with a handshake. Sometimes people go in for the kiss on the cheek - I don't personally do it but I am not usually offended when others do. But patting on the shoulder is weird!!

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

a wave or a ''hello"... nothing fancy, just plain and simple

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

A side hug is good...where you are standing pretty much side to side and put the arms closest to the other around them and hug...that was she doesn't feel invade..but you come across and approachable and warm.

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

You don't always have to touch people when you greet them. Just say "Hi". If this person is a friend, she may feel comfortable with a kiss on the cheek. I think you're putting way too much thought into this though.

P.S.- A handshake is never too formal for a first-time greeting.

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

depends on the female. some females might take a hand on the shoulder as patronising and/or invading their personal space. try a great big smile and a 'hi'. can't go wrong with that. if the female leans in for a peck on the cheek, great. she obviously liked your smile.

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

Say a general hello, and then a (non-personal) compliment to how they look. By non-personal I mean don't compliment something you'd compliment your girlfriend with, but more your mom. Get what I mean? It gives a good impression of politeness while not laying it on as if your flirting. Don't place your hand on their shoulder, thats just such an awkward place.

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

Why do you have to touch them at all? Why can't you just say "Nice to meet you"?

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

just say hello

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

how about the ol' tried and true Japanese bow?

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

I think you could shake the hand and touch her hand and touch the shoulder at the same time that makes it personal and professional, that is a good middle of the road proper way to meet someone and make them feel special at the time you meet.

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

You don't touch a stranger, dude. %26amp; if they're not a near acquaintance, you don't touch them either. If you're a touchy person, then let HER initiate the contact.

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

I think a good medium for an acquaintance would be the two handed handshake, where you shake her hand with both hands, kind of sandwiching her hand between both of yours. It's a bit more informal than a handshake, but not as personal as a hug. Some (older) etiquette books suggest that this shouldn't be done with a stranger or a woman unless she does it first to you.

Also, speaking as a woman, I generally don't like to be overly touched by strangers. Maybe it's the fact that I'm from the Northeast, which is a little different from the South but if I were meeting a new person or connecting with someone who was just an acquaintance I would MUCH prefer just a simple, one-handed handshake.

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

I would just nod my head and tell her what a pleasure it is to meet her. And sort of asure her of my respect for her by not touching her unless of course she initiates a touch first, in which case I would follow her lead. If she extends her hand I'll meet her with mine, and give her a firm but gentle shake. Some Europeans kiss on the cheek when they meet, but that's Europeans.

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

I'm a guy and id say that for starters say high if she says hello back then try to engage in conversation.if that all goes well and u wanna go out with her or be friends with her ask her if she could meet u at ,(example:the park) and go from there if she rejects then well,i don't wanna mess to much up if things go woopdie dopdie,well that's all i can afford to tell u good luck may god be with u to the end!!!!!

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

A kiss upon the cheek

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What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

smile say hello and give them a head nod or an upper body bow shows a lil class as well as a friendly attitude

What is another good way to greet a female, rather than a hug or handshake?

Give her a high five ;)