Re:The Cultural Implications of Silence Around the World (2020)
by yencabulator on Monday July 12, 2021 @11:03AM
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When a grocery store cashier asks that question, yes it is very fluffy and no information is expected in response.
For contrast, in Northern Europe a cashier would greet you with the local version of "Hi", "Hello" or "Good morning". And them not verbally greeting you would be socially acceptable too!
For contrast, in Northern Europe a cashier would greet you with the local version of "Hi", "Hello" or "Good morning". And them not verbally greeting you would be socially acceptable too!