It is more important that your clothes are clean,
衣贵洁,
rather than how extravagant they are.
不贵华,
When with an elder or people of importance,
上循分,
wear what is suitable for your station. At home, wear clothes according to your family traditions and customs.
下称家。
When it comes to eating and drinking,
对饮食,
do not pick and choose your food.
勿拣择,
Eat only the right amount;
食适可,
do not over eat.
勿过则。
You are still too young,
年方少,
do not drink alcohol.
勿饮酒,
When you are drunk,
饮酒醉,
your behavior will turn ugly.
最为丑。
Walk composed, with light and even steps.
步从容,
Stand up straight and tall.
立端正,
Your bows should be deep, with hands held in front and arms rounded.
揖深圆,
Always pay your respect with reverence.
拜恭敬。
Do not step on door sills.
勿践阈,
Do not stand leaning on one leg.
勿跛倚,
Do not sit with your legs apart or sprawled out.
勿箕踞,
Do not rock the lower part of your body while sitting down.
勿摇髀。
Lift the curtain slowly,
缓揭帘,
do not make a sound.
勿有声,
Leave yourself room when you turn,
宽转弯,
make sure you do not bump into a corner.
勿触棱。