concept   common gestures
culture   Maori
statement   Maori greetings involve nose and forehead touching, while touching the head is considered disrespectful in Maori culture.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 common gestures Maori In Maori culture, the hongi, a traditional Maori greeting, involves the pressing of noses and foreheads together to share the breath of life. 1
2 gesture meanings Maori culture Touching someone's head is considered disrespectful 1