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I don't shake hands with men vs I don't shake hand with men

Both phrases are almost correct, but the first one is the more commonly used and accepted form. The correct phrase is "I don't shake hands with men."

Last updated: March 20, 2024

I don't shake hands with men

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express a personal preference or cultural practice of not shaking hands with men.
  • I don't shake hands with men, for religious reasons. How do men feel about this, esp. in a job interview/what can I do to make it less awkward... Religious ...
  • What should I do if I am shaking someone's hand who has a weak grip? I don't shake hands with men, for religious reasons. How do men feel about this, esp. in  ...
  • I usually say as soon as the hand is extended "I'm sorry I don't shake hands with men, it's a religious thing" or something along those lines. Most people are not ...
  • Aug 6, 2014 ... The problem is that when I would tell them, that I don't shake hands with men out of respect, they'll think men are oppressing women in Islam, ...

Alternatives:

  • I don't shake hands with men.
  • I don't shake hands with males.
  • I avoid shaking hands with men.
  • I refuse to shake hands with men.
  • I prefer not to shake hands with men.

I don't shake hand with men

This phrase is not correct in English.

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