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[–] whyNotSquirrel@sh.itjust.works 27 points 2 days ago (4 children)

People aren't waiting for the answer so I doubt they even notice that you didn't ask

[–] teslekova@sh.itjust.works 9 points 2 days ago

The answer is not the point. The question is what people expect. It is a gesture of friendly respect.

[–] Hubi@feddit.org 4 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Unless you're in Europe

[–] whyNotSquirrel@sh.itjust.works 3 points 2 days ago (1 children)

"Salut, ça va?"

[–] Hubi@feddit.org 1 points 1 day ago

Fair enough

[–] Ziglin@lemmy.world 2 points 2 days ago

When I ask someone I do generally listen to the reply because I care about the person and want to know how they feel. Most people I ask do ask me back so I try to have an answer ready and it is noticeable when it doesn't happen, but I don't mind.

[–] BurgerBaron@piefed.zip 2 points 2 days ago

I'm not so sure anymore, I've had co-workers grumble to me so-and-so doesn't greet people back at work.