Malaysian Lifestyle malaysia is a country of diverse races and agama.sehubungan that, malaysia also known as multi-racial country.

therefore, the way of life very different from Malaysia and other countries as Malaysia is a country rich with unique and distinctive culture. uniqueness of Malaysia make malaysia has become one of the countries admired by the world. Malaysians are a reserved people, given to ceremonious politeness that seems pointless to an outside observer. Rules of behavior must be carefully observed within the family and one's own circle of friends although "people we don't know" are, somehow, outside this framework.

There are personal disagreements between parents and children from time to time, but nobody seriously doubts that the elders' blessing, however formalized, is necessary for congratulatory formula. Malay boys and girls kiss their parents' hands and beg forgiveness on Hari Raya, the end of Ramadan. Chinese children kneel before their elders on Chinese New Year. Socializing

Men usually greet each other with a handshake, but close friends use both hands to grasp the hand of the other. A slight bow or nod of the head is common when greeting an older person. Women and elderly persons seldom shake hands but may offer verbal greetings. Business cards are usually exchanged after an introduction; the ritual is important because business cards give a clear idea of someones status and therefore the correct level of courtesy that should be extended. The usual greeting to a non-Malay is Selamat pagi (Good morning). A casual greeting is Halo (Hello), or more common among the mostly Muslim population is Salaam Aleikum. Another frequently used phrase is Afa khabar (How are you? or Whats new?). A slight bow when greeting, leaving, or passing a group of people is a common courtesythe equivalent in some other countries of saying Excuse me.

Visiting relatives and friends is an important part of Malaysian life, especially when one does not share a house with the extended family. Dropping by without prior arrangement is common, although most people in urban areas telephone in advance. Guests are often invited to the home for a meal or socializing. Many business relationships are formed through entertaining. When invited, guests are generally not expected to arrive on time, so it is not uncommon for scheduled events and appointments to start later than expected. Shoes should be removed when entering a home, and if refreshments are offered, one should accept so as not to give offence. Drinks are offered and received with both hands. At festival times, Malaysians follow the custom of the open house, when homes are open to all who come, irrespective of class, ethnicity, or status.

The extended family is central to Malaysian life, and it is quite usual for two or more generations to live in the same house. Cooperation, loyalty, and unity are important in the family. Age is respected. However, modernization and urbanization have brought changes, and in urban areas nuclear families are more common, with members of the extended family living in the same city or neighbourhood, although not the same house. Many couples are also choosing to have smaller families than has traditionally been the case. Some marriages are still arranged by families, and even when people are choosing marriage partners for themselves they usually do so in consultation with family members. A marriage is believed to join not only two people but also two families. Customs and ceremonies vary according to religion.of diverse races and religions.