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Headings: 8 normal signs and gestures that can be offensive in the Middle East
8 normal signs and gestures that can be offensive in the Middle East
1. The Thumbs Up
2. Pointing with the index finger
3. Crossing legs
4. The Fig (Forming a fist with the thumb tucked under the index finger)
5.The Moutza (Open palm)
6. Greeting someone with your left hand
7. Checking your watch
8. The "OK"

Content: 2. Pointing with the index finger
Even if you don't mean anything negative by it, pointing at someone or something with only one finger is considered very rude and impolite in parts of the Middle East. Many people interpret it as if you're singling them out or making fun of them. 3. Crossing legs
Crossing your legs in parts of the Middle East, especially if you're sitting opposite from someone who is older than you, is considered a sign of disrespect. It can be interpreted as a sign of arrogance and defiance when done in front of people who hold a higher social or professional position such as parents and superiors. 4. The Fig (Forming a fist with the thumb tucked under the index finger)
While this is used in playing the "got your nose" game with children, it is considered very offensive in Turkey as it's also the equivalent of the middle-finger. 5.The Moutza (Open palm)
Displaying your open palm in front of someone's face is highly offensive in parts of the Middle East, the gesture is believed to have originated during Byzantine times when it was used to shame criminals. 6.