Ok if you're at the grocery store is that a good time to say hi?
If you're getting gas in your car is that a good Time to say hi.?.
If you're at the laundrymat.?.

Where are some places that are appropriate to say hi to a new person and some places not so appropriate..

Would love to know..

And we all know at the coffee shop is definitely off-limits for some people..lol.wink

..ok... and yes saying hi with the intent of starting a conversation . Basically hitting on you...D

Ok..I'll go first.. worst time when I'm out on a date..lol..
Best time.. when I'm out walking by myself..no dog...

A bad place to say hi and meet, in church. A good place could be a yard/garage sale.

when a woman accidently walks into a men's restroom is the worst time to say hi

I would be very flattered if someone would say hi and try to start conversation while I'm running on the tbus. How well it goes will depend of his physical shape.

obgyn office
dentist
tax accountant
bail bondsman
attorney's office

If you're talking about just saying "hi", then any place IMO is okay, except like cat4382 said, when you accidentally walk into the wrong restroom. I say hi to people all the time, it amazes me how many people are uncomfortable with strangers saying hello to them. A lot say hi back, but some straighten up, turn their head, and walk away fast, like you're some kind of criminal out to get them.

But if you are talking about saying "hi" with the intention of starting a conversation, then definitely not if you or they are on a date. And probably not if they are with a group of people having lunch or dinner.

Prison?
Funeral?
Court?
AA?

...yes.. I fixed it.. but just for you pretty lady ...basically they're trying to hit on you..ok.

Okay, I missed this part.

I agree with the other places mentioned as far as being inappropriate, except for maybe church. My son met his wife in church.

Puts on his Sunday suit..
Sooo... what day do you think you're going to be at church...lol.wink..

Ohhh.. nevermind I just figured it out..lmao..Sunday. . I had a blonde moment..lol

Okay, well in that case, they can try any place they want I'll say hi back if I'm interested.

never say hi to someone at a funeral

Nobody likes my idea, so good luck.

As long as not on the street.

Pink, are those supposed to be worst places to hit on someone? Just checking :D

May I add in the delivery room when the woman is having a baby... not a good place

also... dark alleys and empty parking lots at night

Hmmmm I can only speak for me.
Good
When you have seen me someplace several times and I know your name.

When our mutual friends entertain but I really don't know you.

When there is a security guard standing near by at a park, beach, or community event.

When I am with a group of people that I obviously know others.

When I am volunteering and so are you.

When I am watching a ball game and the score is really lopsided.

When I am waiting in a long line.

When I go to a traditionally male dominated show or community exposition such as monster truck rally, rodeo, military event, coin show, or first responders charity competition.

When I am on campus outside waiting to go I to my class or taking a break at the student center.

When I have pulled up to a loading zone at the lumber yard or garden store and clearly help is not coming.

NOT Good

When I am clearly alone and waiting for something.

When I am with a friend who has clearly expressed interest in you first.

When I am in my work clothes and just making a quick stop on my way home.
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When I am with dependent patient or family members. Especially an elderly parent unless you want to watch the bathroom door so I can use it for a opposite gender.

When I have my small dog out and I have not offered for you to pet or assist me in some way. Especially when you have children or pets with you.

When I am seeking religious instruction, waiting to receive medical care, when I am trying to pay for services or a bill.

When I am talking or the ting on my phone.

When you look at me and I turn away. Especially if I do it more than once. Cat and mouse is for highschool. If I am clearly interested in returning your attention I will look you straight in the eye, smile, and nod.

If I am considerate enough to shake my head no, say no, or tell you a reason I am not interested it is NOT open to debate, negotiation, pleading, or asking why.

?? Saying "hi" is about the most basic and almost meaningless human interaction a person can indulge in.

I would think that saying "hi" WOULD even work if you walked into the wrong restroom. I know, because I have actually witnessed EVERY situation described above and more, yes including people in the wrong restroom, and funerals, and so on.

Now. If what you REALLY meant, was something a lot more significant than just emitting enough sound and air to form the word "hi" in an audible manner, then the whole situation changes. Such as, if you EXPECT A PERSONAL RESPONSE of some sort to whatever greeting you emit, then everything changes.

I have found that unless someone is already pleased with your visual and auditory presentation, that there is NOWHERE that is a "good place and time" to try to initiate a meaningful interaction with them.

I get your point but counter that t "Hi" is just a social courtesy that keeps most people from being caught of guard to your presence. It is just a nice way to smile at some one or make them feel welcome or less intimidated by your presence if you reserve going into their personal space until invited. It is kind of like a social gate that allows others to acknowledge you and if they are interested invite you closer.