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A mountza or moutza (Greek: μούντζα or μούτζα) also called faskeloma (Greek: φασκέλωμα [faˈskeloma]) is the most traditional gesture of insult among Greeks. It consists of extending and spreading all fingers of the hand and presenting the palm towards the face of the person to be insulted with a forward motion.
Most Common Greek Gestures and Their Meaning
Moutza, the most offensive of all Greek gestures. The worst gesture that will definitely offend a person is the ‘moutza.’. Its rudeness is equivalent to showing the middle finger in the U.S., and its use will definitely be considered an insult. It may even get you into trouble.
Hand Gestures to Avoid in Greece - Chloe Holiday
The Moutza (MOOT-sah) is the most insulting hand signal among the Greeks. It consists of five spread fingers and an outstretched palm, facing the recipient, and is often accompanied by swearing. It dates to the Byzantine Empire, at which time criminals were paraded through town riding backwards on a donkey, their faces smeared with cinder ...
What is the Most Well Known Greek Hand Gesture?
Specifically, one gesture drew the attention of foreigners, the outward hand, or as Greeks call it the “moutza.”. In Greece, this gesture is considered insulting and is usually followed by some very harsh words, or it can be used mockingly among friends.
Rude Hand Gestures: 10 Offensive Signs Around The World
Rude Hand Gestures #2 The Moutza. Be wary about where you face an open palm in Greece. This rude hand gesture is so widespread in Greece, that the government even considered banning it. It resembles a ‘talk to the hand' gesture in that it's simply an open palm extended toward the receiver.
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