Maz Jobrani

As a Middle Eastern male, I know there's certain things I'm not supposed to say on an airplane in the U.S., right? I'm not supposed to be walking down the aisle, and be like, 'Hi, Jack.' That's not cool. Even if I'm there with my friend named Jack, I say, 'Greetings, Jack. Salutations, Jack.' Never 'Hi, Jack.

American Comedian

Zbigniew Brzezinski

I have been struck by the pervasive frequency of pompously patriotic ads for the defense industry, usually accompanied by deferential salutations to our men and women who are heroically sacrificing their lives in our defense. Do we really need all of that for our security?

American Politician

Buddha

What is the appropriate behavior for a man or a woman in the midst of this world, where each person is clinging to his piece of debris? What's the proper salutation between people as they pass each other in this flood?

Leader

George Santayana

Knowledge is not eating, and we cannot expect to devour and possess what we mean. Knowledge is recognition of something absent; it is a salutation, not an embrace.

Spanish Philosopher

Mandy Ingber

You can totally have a great little yoga routine in 20 minutes: 10 sun salutations and five or six standing poses and five minutes of stretching.

American Actress

Judith Martin

Email is very informal, a memo. But I find that not signing off or not having a salutation bothers me.

American Author

Thandie Newton

I'd love to do yoga every day. I don't usually have time, but a few sun salutations go a long way.

British Actress

Knowledge is recognition of something absent; it is a salutation, not an embrace.

Marc Jacobs

I'm not a yogi, but I know the sun salutation.

American Designer

The level of politeness in a salutation can vary based on the relationship and situation.

Politeness Varies

Different cultures have unique salutations; it's important to be aware to avoid misunderstandings.

Cultural Sensitivity

Salutations aren't always spoken; nods and handshakes are non-verbal examples.

Non-verbal Greetings

In religious settings, salutations can be a sign of worship or reverence, not just a greeting.

Religious Context

Ceremonial salutations usually follow strict protocols – be aware of the context.

Ceremonial Formality

Religious and traditional salutations often use established, historical phrases.

Traditional Phrases

In a letter, the salutation sets the tone for the message and is tailored to the recipient.

Letter Start

A speech often begins with a salutation to the audience that can be formal or informal.

Speech Opening

Closing salutations in letters, like 'Sincerely', are essential to signal the end politely.

Ending a Letter

 on an airplane in the US, right? I'm not supposed to be walking down the aisle, and be like, "Hi, Jack." That's not cool. Even if I'm there with my friend named Jack, I say, "Greetings, Jack. Salutations, Jack." Never "Hi, Jack."