Don't burp or talk while eating. That's considered rude or impolite. Don't blow your nose while at the table.
--P.Oliveira
120
Brazilians often carry toothbrushes with them and brush their teeth after every meal. If you have “bafo” (bad breath) they won’t want to be around you.
--Fernanda
110
DO NOT try to speak to Brazilians in Spanish. Most people do understand a bit since it's similar to their native language, but Brazil's official language is Portuguese
--Emilia
70
Brazilian coffee tends to be stronger than what you'd find in North America. Don't pour yourself a huge cup (like at Starbucks).
--Emilia
70
When moving about do not wear gold chains, crosses, watches, jewelry or expensive cameras dangling loose from your neck. It makes you a target. Wear plain clothes, nothing really fancy (unless going to an event). Keep phones and wallets in inside pockets close to your person. Don’t leave your bags.
--Rafi
60
When receiving a gift at their birthday party, Brazilians choose to open it later, away from prying eyes. Opening a gift in front of everyone is considered impolite/showing off.
--T.Crompton
40
DON'T throw your toilet paper into the toilet. Use the waste basket provided instead. This applies to houses, apartments, public places, some hotels, everywhere if you want to be on the safe side (unless there's a sign above the toilet saying otherwise)
--Emilia
52
If you rent a car or decide to go visit the slums (favelas). Don't go by yourself, always go with a local or someone who knows the area.
--P.Oliveira
10
Don't arrive on time when you're invited to someone's house! And especially don't arrive early. It's rude...maybe the host isn't ready yet.
--Emiliooo
00
Choose Uber instead of Taxi because they charge a lot more.
--P.Oliveira
50
It`s totally accepted and expected for couples to show affection in public. Don`t be shocked ! =)
--P.Oliveira
50
Couples generally sit next to each other not in front of each other at a restaurant.
--P.Oliveira
50
Always say "Bom dia", " Boa tarde" or "Boa noite" when you enter any place or ask for information. Brazilians love when you try to speak Portuguese even if you don't say it right. We really appreciate your effort!
--P.Oliveira
20
Learn some basic words in Portuguese if you travel to Brazil but don't try to speak Spanish with us all the time. We will appreciate it! =)
--P.Oliveira
20
It's normal for Brazilians to hug and kiss (on the cheeks) people they just met. It doesn't mean that a Brazilian is trying to flirt when they do this.
--Emilia
10
Feijoada. Most locals love it. Foreigners either love it or hate it. Worth a try unless you don't eat pork (some places do serve vegetarian feijoada, depending on where you go) or don't tolerate beans. These are the 2 main ingredients.
--Emilia
10
Invite Brazilian for lunch/ dinner but ask them, don't just take them to eat pizza, hot dog or hamburgers. We love it but those are more like snacks for us. Usually, the words lunch and dinner imply more like a meal with rice, meat/chicken, beans, etc.
--P.Oliveira
10
Remember to wash your hands before eating.
Eat everything on your plate.
--P.Oliveira
10
If you want to buy something like gifts or souvenirs just ask for some discount. =)
Smile and say " Tem desconto?" They will probably be so happy that they will give you a discount. (In Rio de Janeiro works )
--P.Oliveira
