It is worth noticing some of the many superstitions in Chinese culture, as they can help you avoid embarrassing yourself in a variety of situations. These can include not leaving your chopsticks standing upright in your bowl, not giving a clock to someone on their birthday or not wearing a green hat in public. As well, depending on where you are and who you are talking to, it is worth noting that there are certain subjects that are quite sensitive to Chinese citizens. These include politics and particularly (what is known as the three Ts), Taiwan, Tibet and Tiananmen square. If you do engage in such a conversation when in China, do make sure it isn’t in a public place.

If you want to stand out from the crowd, and you have a musical ability, you may find it extremely worthwhile to learn how to sing a song or two in Chinese. Find out from locals what would be a good choice for you. Karaoke bars are extremely popular in Asia, so chances are you will find yourself in more than one occasion where you will be able to show off your talents.