How to Introduce Yourself to a Royal Family Member
‘Addressing a Member of the Royal Family’
In this episode of An Afternoon Tea with… Royal Family Channel Presenter Sophie Braybrook sits down with British etiquette expert Lucy Hume from Debrett’s to learn the proper protocol when greeting a member of the Royal Family. Watch to discover the dos and don’ts when meeting a member of the Royal Family, how Royals address each other, and more! (And then sit tight for that invitation to the palace!).
A special thanks to our hosts, The Lanesborough, and for their delicious afternoon teas created in collaboration with Belgravia bakery Peggy Porschen. Follow @the_lanesborough to find out more.
Chapters:
0:00 How people greet Royals
1:03 How to curtsy and bow
1:52 Why etiquette is important
2:43 Terms of address
3:05 Conversations with Royals
4:42 Joking with Royals
5:28 Order of precedence within Royal Family
5:54 Touching Royals
6:19 Relaxations
7:25 Next time on An Afternoon Tea with...
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Did you already know these Royal protocol hacks? What did you learn?
@carmelitajones7779
2 жыл бұрын
Not all of them. I thought I saw the clip before but not too sure. I learned the perfect curtsy from watching the video of Princess Catherine curtsy to HM. I did notice the cultural differences between the UK and US. For us, we refer to men and women in general as sir/ma'am. So, that seems a bit awkward to me to start as YM or YRH then pivot to a common address. I think psychologically the protocol is correct in people not constantly feeling the difference in status but it would take getting used to. I have questions about it though- just out of curiosity. Should a curtsy be as quick as possible or a few seconds? Is the curtsy for everybody or only the subjects of the crown? This is an interesting video. I love to see the Royals with all those people who get all excited and forget.🤣🤣 The people they meet rarely ever get it right. It's the look of joy and then freeze.🤣🤣
@royalchannel
2 жыл бұрын
@@carmelitajones7779 We're so glad you enjoyed it Carmelita! Watch out for more episodes of An Afternoon Tea with... we think you'll enjoy what's coming up next!
@carmelitajones7779
2 жыл бұрын
@@royalchannel I do and I will. I just love the videos on your channel. They're just great.😍
@shahabuddinchitrali9618
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for this is like
@shahabuddinchitrali9618
2 жыл бұрын
From Pakistan chitral life in Saudi Arabia
I met Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal 👑 (known to Americans as Princess Anne). She was warm, intellectually curious, and a great conversationalist. Two thumbs up! 👍👍 👸 😀
Great to know all this! One never knows, I might meet them one day!
@carmelitajones7779
2 жыл бұрын
Then lucky you. Cherish that moment should ever it come.
@royalchannel
2 жыл бұрын
Fingers crossed!
@carmelitajones7779
2 жыл бұрын
@@royalchannel Yes, Mihaela, like this 🤞🏽.😍
@oldyeller6518
2 жыл бұрын
You will never meet them
I absolutely love the queen. Her voice is so poise and mousy. But she's so firm. Long live our queen. God bless her.
@carmelitajones7779
2 жыл бұрын
Yes. Love HM's ability to tell someone off in the kindest of manner. Do not try telling that woman she's an oldie.🤣🤣🤣
@carmelitajones7779
2 жыл бұрын
So love your name by the way.😂
This is so strange. I know this inherently. It makes sense, and it seems as if I was taught this from childhood…..I feel quite certain I could behave properly if ever I had the opportunity to be in the Queen’s presence. ❤️🤓
May God grant health to HER Majesty !!
@carmelitajones7779
2 жыл бұрын
Yes
@annedavis3746
2 жыл бұрын
Amen
@BunnyMomx8
2 жыл бұрын
Amen!
It's not compulsory to bow or curtsey when meeting the Queen or other members of the Royal Family It's entirely up to the individual. I don't think the Queen or any other members of the Royal Family lose any sleep because someone they met didn't.
@royalchannel
2 жыл бұрын
That's true!
@jgp7414
2 жыл бұрын
Margaret thatcher?
@Tractionengine_556
2 жыл бұрын
@@jgp7414 What about her?
@Chahlie
2 жыл бұрын
Knowing how to curtsy is also a good way to get out of having to hug someone. Simply taking the step back and putting out your hand gets yourself out of their range :) Men are supposed to let ladies take the lead on whether it's to be a handshake or just a bow but.....
@augherrer457
2 жыл бұрын
Las reverencias son para los ciudadanos del Reino Unido
I would love to meet the Queen first then William and Kate lol I think I would get so nervous and forget what to do 🤣😂 lots of love and prayer and good Health for HER Majesty ♥️
@Chahlie
2 жыл бұрын
Ah, but that's the thing about etiquette- it's something that once learned, is second nature. That's why the rules are so nice to have- we all know where we stand so to speak :)
Manners, by their very manner, are so wonderful! Love their humor! Oh what a treat that would be!
This is INCREDIBLE! I never knew this! Also how cool are these two!! They’re so funny!
@royalchannel
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Laurence! Keep your eyes peeled for more from our An Afternoon Tea with... series! We're think you're going to like the next episode!
I told my Scottish friends perhaps I shouldn't meet Princess Anne because I would not curtsy. I did not wish to be insulting, and I knew my stiff-necked American Irish self would not bend a knee. My friends just laughed and said she won't care, she'll figure it out when you speak. So I met her, and she didn't bat an eyelash. My impression was she had a wonderful complexion. Novar House, Riding for the Disabled, about 1990. But I do believe I would curtsey to HMTQ. Her enduring care of Britain and the Commonwealth is due the most profound admiration.
@ravelanone9462
2 жыл бұрын
American citizens do not and should not curtsy or bow deeply to a foreign royal. That behavior is for subjects, not for free foreigners.
God save the queen👑
@carmelitajones7779
2 жыл бұрын
Yes
Fantastic ! I would be glad to see Her Majesty close at hand and to say "Hello" to Her Majesty. It's my strong desire. God bless Her Majesty ! So kind of you ! Many thanks!❤
The Queen is so amazing,I never get tired of watching her Majesty 😁👍🎉💚
@BobbyDazzler888
2 жыл бұрын
Why? Wheres are grandmothers? Worship your own bloodline, not someone elses.
That would be a great dream to meet Her Majesty, The Queen! I am saying just a dream😁
@BobbyDazzler888
2 жыл бұрын
Why a dream? Worship your own family. Your own family is more important.
Forget the etiquette, just give me that tea! Looks delicious and sooo pretty!
I bow to no one except my Lord, Jesus.
@nicolassmith1278
2 жыл бұрын
Hi pretty Jeanette. How are you and your family are doing over there?
I absolutely love the QUEEN And all the Royal Family 💖💖💖💖..
I love💜🧡💛💚All Good Royal Family Members because they are very good and helping to Needful people in the world since from many years.The Video is also very good💜🧡💛💚🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
Best Wishes to All Royal Family❣️
Very interesting,,good to know ..Thankx so I can do this when I meet the Royals in future. Good job.
Enchanting !
If I had the elixir of immortality in my hand, Her Majesty would be the first to drink it. Benevolent angels guard the world. God bless Her Majesty.😇
@BunnyMomx8
2 жыл бұрын
I agree. God bless Her Majesty. May she reign forever!!
My great-great-grandfather met the Queen. She visited to crown him as the Chief of his province (technically makes me a princess hehe 😅). My father still has that very crown today!
WOWWOWWOW!!! I’m your number one fan Sophie - the queen would be lucky to meet you! So happy to have found these videos, so informative, funny and beautifully made. A MUST WATCH channel!
I would like to give the Queen of England, a big hug because she is too cute ! Also, she seems like an individual who would be interesting to talk to in a casual setting.
Everything is super, thank you !
Happy 2022 God Bless Royal Family
I hope the queen eats slowly, then all can finish their lovely meal at her table!
This is really good 👍 I'm from Virginia and differently have that Southern thing going. If I'm having a bad day because of work. The thing with me if I go anywhere for a lunch break or dinner a gentleman will open a door for me. That tells me Momma raised you right. That makes my day. And with our Southern men they'll come back with a Yes Ma'ma . I've had men in a greeting raised my hand and kiss it when meeting me. Grant you I like my Southern men. :)
It would be helpful if this series included greeting Royals from other countries.
J'adore !
I love this series!
@royalchannel
2 жыл бұрын
We're so glad you're enjoying it Madeleine! Lots more to come!
A highly respectful hand shake like you do it wit everyone ( it is enough, no need to bow or even low your head... Because that is a sign of submission...!!!) And as humans we should already treat everyone with respect, despite of social status, ranking profession, etc...Unless one meets people from other cultures 😉 that is a totally different issue. And please look the person eyes to eyes do not lower your eyes👀 that indicates submission also.
Royalty is Royalty🙏
I actually knew some of it but this official video made it clear 😁
@carmelitajones7779
2 жыл бұрын
Yes it did.
@royalchannel
2 жыл бұрын
We're glad you enjoyed it!
@Hopefully.2024
2 жыл бұрын
Why do you think this is an official video
@aryankunte
2 жыл бұрын
@@Hopefully.2024 I think this is the official channel of the royal family, isn't it?
Oh! I would LOVE to meet one of the royals! Especially the Queen or Kate Middleton.
Apart from the curtsy, it's pretty much how you would meet any other person. But the title is misleading- I think you ought to wait to be introduced. Apart from what forms of address to use and precedence in receiving lines, it's just common etiquette.
I know every one will disagree, but we seen less protocol as people have come more disrespectful.......
@hendonanwar8656
2 жыл бұрын
Not everyone... Me? I agree with you.... as people have become more disrespectful
@BunnyMomx8
2 жыл бұрын
People have become very disrespectful. Many people need to learn their manners.
@therealhousewifeofballtown
2 жыл бұрын
So many people don’t have any manners anymore . I was raised right and I’m polite . It’s been yes ma’am no ma’am my whole life . Hold the door for someone , if you see someone struggling , help them . We’ve lost care for one another .
Dream come true
Might I add, you will probably be introduced to the member of the royal family, not you introduce yourself.
@Chahlie
2 жыл бұрын
I agree- I cringed at the title. Unless they asked your name for some reason, you would be introduced by the host who is moving down the receiving line with them.
@orlanjfinnis4290
2 жыл бұрын
@@Chahlie Or the member of staff/ servant
@margaretlavender9647
2 жыл бұрын
EXACTLY!
I would end up in a cast for sure!! 😂🤗
Thank you for Amazing tips is good to see those tips and those girls the way explain is nice they are nice I will memorize if any case in future might be visiting the Britain 🇬🇧 and see the queen or the royal member will Amazing to know those tips Amazing 👏 🥰💐🤗🤩
@royalchannel
2 жыл бұрын
We're so glad you enjoyed it!
It's my dream to meet with her Majesty the Queen !! God Bless her !!😊
@BobbyDazzler888
2 жыл бұрын
Why?
LOVE
Elegant. 🌱😊
Thanks Today I learned something
Привет англичанам из Беларуси!Мне кажется,ваша королева очень добрая бабушка!!!!Англия при ней процветает!!!!Мне очень нравится смотреть видео про королевскую семью,очень почитаю принцессу Диану!!!
I watched the way princess Diana introduced and honored the King and Queen of Japan, so elegant.
Beautiful nice
Naaaaaa mate just say "Oi oi ow u doin!" 😉 Of course following the etiquette experts advice is most advisable, or up in the Oslo palace of Norway the "Informajion for snakker for HKH (His or Her Konge,Koninge/Royal Highness)" But of course the first one is OK too sometimes...I mean in Norway at least.😂🤣 I liked this video yes!!!!👍😅
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This was very informative 👏
@royalchannel
2 жыл бұрын
We're glad you enjoyed it, Pradnya!
I am confused about titles when speaking to or of members who are both Princes/Princesses and Dukes/Duchesses. I thought the former were Royal Highness and the latter Your Grace.
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Lieb vollen Dank für ihre Film Ellen Gerda Fischer von baden
One no longer needs to bow or curtsy to any royal. I have met the Princess Royal a few years ago and treated her as I would any other individual.
감사합니다.
Oh my god.... ❤❤❤
Royal Highness
💝💝💝
I am italian and I like Her Majesty the Queen so much...
@0911617971
2 жыл бұрын
Yes they are wealthy from poor Africa
I see that I did the correct thing but correct for men! Ahaha! The bow.
مساء الخير أصحاب السمو💐💐💐💐 دامت فرحتكم🙏🏻
Queen to the deth : i dont want to come with now i am busy in my life🤣🤣
I would wait for them to acknowledge me first then if they reach out for my hand I extend it and bow slightly for a man. Or if spoken to and that’s all I simply acknowledge such as Good morning or Goodafternoon Your Royal-- If the Queen reaches out I extend and bow deeply to her and simply say It is truly a pleasure to speak to you your Majesty. If she continues a conversation I would then pay close attention and show her I’m listening politely and answer her questions or perhaps say “Yes Ma’am.” And finally if I sense she’s ready to move on I wait and if she gives some type of a goodbye or nice meeting you then I would simply reply with “It was a great pleasure to meet you also your majesty.
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Nice
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I saw Princess Catherine curtsy as the Queen drove away from a church service. What was that about?
@BunnyMomx8
2 жыл бұрын
The Royal family must bow or curtesy to each other in their order. The Queen is the highest, so everyone must bow and curtesy to her no matter what.
Unique
Treat them like a celebrity, and they’ll treat you as a fan
I want to meet them
This is 21st century. I believe no one should get on knees to greet in front of any level of familiy. Royal family is also depending on peoples money.
Woo i am glad i saw this videoo i was not aware of the strict rules...🤪😍
Cela fait plaisir de Voir La REINE et Tous Surtout nous attendons de Voir Le BÉBÉ
💚🥰🥰🥰
How i will meet the Royal Family ? Long Live Most Beautiful QUEEN 💖💖💖💖..
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Better to be dull than stand out! Lol!
@nicolassmith1278
2 жыл бұрын
Hi pretty Nadine. How are you and your family are doing well over there?
this has to be 8 hrs detailed per episode
Good evening здравствуйте очень интересный видео рассказ мне очень понравилось большое спасибо за ваши сообщения всего вам самого доброго хорошего настроения и семейного благополучия thanks very much goodbye
No one should ever bow to another human being. Don't care what titles they give them selfs. They put their knickers on just like the rest of us.
God save the Queen. Awesome.
@BobbyDazzler888
2 жыл бұрын
Why? Why worship bloodlines?
Wows!.
👍
I CAN'T BELIEVE THE WORLD TODAY AND TOMORROW TOO MANY PEOPLE FIGHT AGAINST THE TRUTH THE ONES WHO HELP AND HONOR WORDS GIVEN TO TRUSTS AND HOPES THAT MADE THE ENDING MAY HOPES PRAY FOR THE BETTER GOD BLESS AND HONOR WORDS NEVER FORGET AT ALL.
How to introduce yourself? You don’t. The person in charge introduces YOU TO THE ROYAL. But if you are in a crowd to see the Queen, you just go straight in as I have always done…..”Your Majesty/Your Royal Highness..…I have these flowers for you from my garden”. I’ve always had an ‘interested’ reply. From Pss Anne, because I’ve given her flowers so often, she’s often said before I could “Ah. From your garden I presume”.
I guess. But at the end of it all, the royals are just people. Im not sure about anyone else, I would think that it's appropriate to treat them like you would anyone else regardless of their status, and that's with respect.
I bow to none but God. Sorry if that makes you all mad.
@miavos3610
2 жыл бұрын
There's bow, and then there's bow.
@angelinasuazo5705
2 жыл бұрын
@@miavos3610 what's the difference?
@miavos3610
2 жыл бұрын
@@angelinasuazo5705 bowing shows respect in many parts of the world. Bowing to God is to surrender to Him. The first is a physical gesture, the second is a spiritual gesture.
@miavos3610
2 жыл бұрын
@Emerald Woodlands so, what do I not understand?
@miavos3610
2 жыл бұрын
@Emerald Woodlands I don't think I don't understand that.
My best family , j just love them to bits. King William has done us so so proud with the duchess of cambridge being a pillar of love for our beloved royals. We are blessed to have her majesty the QUEEN. Me and my mum are entering a fast and prayer for the case of prince Andrew bcoz that lady is a gold digger.
Is it different for non UK citizens, such as Americans?
@serenityinside1
2 жыл бұрын
No .. why should it be different for Americans? It’s OUR queen 🇬🇧
@royalchannel
2 жыл бұрын
No, it's general guidance for everyone across the globe!
@madlonglenn8743
2 жыл бұрын
Yes....Americans do not curtsey to any Royalty....it is proper etiquette not to curtsey.
@Chahlie
2 жыл бұрын
It's much like the use of titles. Titles are only applicable in your own country, except for 'The Queen of England'. People who are not considered her 'subjects' are not expected to treat her as their regent. A certain ex royal couple ought to get themselves a copy of Emily Post's etiquette guide.
@BobbyDazzler888
2 жыл бұрын
@@royalchannel what if you dont follow the guidance?
Böyle bir çağda, bir aile bir halkın vergileri ile yaşıyor, halk da böyle bir duruma büyük saygı duyuyor. Anla anlayabilirsen.....
could you imagine? i'd be scared 😂
I bow to nobody.. Only to Jesus.. They are not God..
@BobbyDazzler888
2 жыл бұрын
Exactly
@mimiwatching
2 жыл бұрын
Exactly
@MJ-qb5ph
2 жыл бұрын
Would you bow to Jesus? I’ve not heard of that before
@mimiwatching
2 жыл бұрын
@ NG. Every knee will bow to King Jesus on his return
Meeting my King Jesus is a dream come through
Try bringing this "Etiquette expert" to the United States one day.
@BunnyMomx8
2 жыл бұрын
Americans could use some etiquette. Lots of it!
Its like you have to be one foot and unbalance just in case your a threat they might be able to push you down.
If you are not from England do you have to bow?
If it was Ginge and that other thing, I'd turn my back.
@suzieq5640
2 жыл бұрын
Ginge’s other half (Cringe) expects all to curtsy or bow to her mighty “High-Mess” here in the USA 🇺🇸! With NO title she is nothing. So why is she trashing the Queen, royal family, UK, Commonwealth? Cringe is the folly. Are all the others fools for not removing titles?
@dazza9326
2 жыл бұрын
@@suzieq5640 She wouldn't get that here in the UK, let's just say, she's not very well liked at all.
@suzieq5640
2 жыл бұрын
@@dazza9326 Well said! Not liked in USA either. She’s burning her bridges. Public relations in overdrive putting out humanitarian powder puff pieces daily