Is it rude to pick you're ear in public?
823461
I don't think its rude but for the person who sees you might think its not proper. But if you have an itch you have an itch.
69985
well, if your experiece is that people won't even take the time to get to know you then it's natural for you to want to be rude to them. those jerks... they left you all alone!! so yes, i would say it's human nature... therefore normal for you to be rude and untalkitive.
906278
no it is not offensive to me - i'd rather be heard than silent.
1096674
A Japanese student of mine once answered this question by explaining that when her boss or social superior calls her on the phone, she bows - even though it's a phone call.\n\nKorean stduents asked to raise their hands in class to answer a question always touch the elbow of the raised hand with the other hand.  It is considered impolite not to.\n\nAnd my own nation - the English - have the quaint custom of turning their arses towards theatre/cinema-goers when we shuffle past in front of their seats to get to our own.  (In mainland Europe, you turn to face these people and greet them).  A Russian friend of mine once nearly hit someone for this as he thought it was a deliberate insult.
669587
I am Asian and live in an Asian country and as far as Asian cultures go, we don't really speak to strangers whether it's in an elevator or not. We just go our own ways. If the person's face is familiar although not really an acquaintance, you just nod your head towards them in acknowledgement of their presence but that's it. People can go about their business without the small talk and it won't be considered rude.
133400
Rude as hell. \nAny noise that is loud enough to disturb is a pollutant. Plus this behavior smacks of total disregard of other peoples comfort and should be fined/banned/beheaded (kidding :P)!
688511
It's not just on the bus,,, the do this everywhere. They are Rude, inconsiderate, obnoxious, fools. I couldn't care less about listening to someone Else's private conversations. If they had any common sense, they would take their conversation elsewhere, or ask the person to call them back later, whatever. Yeah I would say it really ticks me off as well. I always turn the volume down in public (or off), unless I am expecting a call, but then I excuse myself when that call comes in.
60975
Rude yes, but illegal, no.  It could be against COMPANY policy.  You may want to check with Human Resources / Personnal.
692371
Yes, there are rude people everywhere. Unfortunately it's impossible to legislate manners. It sometimes helps to "accidently" step in front of them or gently "bump" into them and say "Oh, excuse me!". Your politness will be a gentle reminder that they aren't being very polite.
1056811
giving someone a dirty look?
421921
its rather infringing on the rights of your senses especially your nose, but a straight forward honest and non disrespectful comment or hint to that person may just turn them into a good mate of yours, tell her you telling her this cause people in the office is talking about her and you thought she may like to know.
475632
It's morally incorrect, even though it may be a relatively minor offense compared to some of the things we see happen these days.\n\nPlease be considerate and respect people enough not to harass them over the phone.\n\nI suggest listening to Weird Al's song, "Phony Calls."
60953
I live in the US where we have become very slopy when it comes to things like this. \nYes, you should stand up. Not only is it rude, it is akward to shake someone's hand while one person is sitting. \nI can see no reason why you would not do this other than sheer laziness.
56436
You guys are unbelievable. I can't believe you all are answering questions in the Etiquette area.\n\nSometimes, you just have to put up with listening to stuff you don't want to hear.  Politely excuse yourself, period.  Tell them you have to go.\n\nBeing rude will net you nothing but another enemy. There's no reason for that - you never know when the person you're talking to now will appear again in your life -- maybe a boss, a co-worker, or a friend's friend, or worse, a waitress or waiter who has the ability and opportunity to spit in your food.  It's always a good idea to be polite to everyone, and it's just the right thing to do.
373477
Yes, it is rude to yawn while someone is speaking. I especially hate those who make those loud noises and they have their mouths wide open. It gives a message to the speaker that he/she isn't good enough or is boring. When people can't control their yawn, they should at least do it discreetly and  cover their mouths.
505504
According to my opinion, being rude in a public forum does not show just lack of education but also uncertainty.\nQuite often this is a result of all these bad experiences that they had in their lifes. Not all of us have the same level and the same reactions. So, I try to ignore them but all depends on the case.\n\nThis is an answer that has been given in the past. I don't know if I have to caracterize it funny or wisdom. If you feel angry, count 4 if you still feel angry, swear!\nOr...accept it as a fact of life and laugh about it.\n\nKaterina
1158540
I say hello to strangers when I make contact also, just a friendly Hello too, nothing to extravagant.  Usually I get a rude grin (usually made by a woman thinking she's better than everyone), rolling eyes or a look like "What the heck are you saying Hi to me for?" People have lost all manners. And also, I was in the store the other day pushing a cart, said "Excuse Me" to this lady and she just looked at me! It was like she didn't speak English or something, I don't know but people are rude nowadays.