For example, "You have really nice skin."
Is it better to say "Thank You" and be done with it? Does that sound conceited?
Or is it better to respond with something like "It's thanks to my parents," or "It's because the water in the area is really nice."
2007-06-30 06:42:54 · 15 answers · asked by ? 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Always acknowledge the compliment with a sincere "Thank You!" - if you feel you must add to that, be sure what you say is sincere. Something along the lines of, "...that was very nice of you to say!" This enforces the thank you as well as let's the complimenter know that they have done a very good thing in telling you.
2007-06-30 06:53:10 · answer #1 · answered by ncphoenixrizing 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I think a simple, slightly surprised-sounding "Thank you" is best. It does not sound conceited, just well-mannered. And it avoids making an issue of it. Anything else may bring on the "Oh, you're too modest" BS and prolong the conversation. What you want is to move the topic off yourself as soon as it can be politely done.
One thing you do NOT want to do is bounce it back, especially if it cannot be done entirely sincerely. "You look great today." "Thank you." If you add, "So do you," and it's sincere, fine. If it's not, you'll invite the other person to make it like it's a comparison, etc., etc.
Remember the rule in good manners is not to lie unless absolutely necessary, and no more than is necessary. It isn't necessary here.
2007-06-30 13:59:54 · answer #2 · answered by auntb93 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Most compliments that don't objectify you or draw unnecessary attention to your body should be replied to with a sweet but simple thanks. However, it's not really very polite for people to make comments about your body or parts unless it's in some sort of context. For example, if you're getting a facial and they say you have nice skin, then say thanks. If a man you're not dating and whose attention you don't want starts complimenting your skin or other parts, this is not polite and you don't want to encourage him by thanking him. The same goes if you feel it inappropriate for people to be looking at your skin or body and comparing you to them or whatever you don't condone it by thanking their unwanted attention. If you want to be listened to or paid attention to in some other way, you don't want them ignoring your mind or accomplishments for your skin. So consider it in context of who's paying the compliment, whether their compliment is appropriate, and whether you want to encourage the compliment and then go from there. Good luck
2007-06-30 14:15:11 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is best to acknlowedge the person giving the compliment while accepting it. Such as saying "that is so nice of you, thank you". It is gracious, makes them feel good, and makes you feel good.
2007-06-30 17:36:39 · answer #4 · answered by AMG95 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think a lot of people when they get compliments they say "oh no i dont" or something along those lines. but its better just to say "thank you" .. maybe even compliment them back =D
2007-07-01 09:02:39 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just say "Thank you." That doesn't mean you're conceited. However, saying something like "it's thanks to my parents" is okay as well; actually, that's a sweet touch.
2007-06-30 19:35:31 · answer #6 · answered by Ida T 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Say "thank you"
Some people are sensitive to any kind of rejection of their compliments.
2007-06-30 13:53:43 · answer #7 · answered by Bryan F 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
lots of people are not comfortable being complimented, and flub their response, so you cant go wrong with a simple thank you and a smile to go with it.
2007-06-30 15:01:27 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the example you gave, just say thank you.
2007-06-30 13:59:25 · answer #9 · answered by ♥Instantkarma♥♫ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would just smile and say "oh, thanks!"
If they want to know how you got the (e.g) nice skin then they would ask you. =)
2007-06-30 14:05:07 · answer #10 · answered by ♥H] ッ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋