Going Dutch

Scottish Country Dance Instruction

1- 8 1L+2M followed by 1M lead down; 1s followed by 2M lead back remaining in centre facing up, 2L and 3s step in ready for...
9-16 1s+2s+3s dance Allemande, 2s pull back RSh, dance out to own side and face out
17-24 Promenade (Chaperoned) Chain Progression:
 17-18 1s and 3s ¾ turn partner RH into middle while 2s dance clockwise ¼ round the set picking up 3L/1M...
 19-22 who promenade ½ way clockwise while middle people (3M + 1L) turn LH 1½
 23-24 1s and 3s turn partner RH ¾ to own sides while 2s dance clockwise ¼ round to end in 2nd place. 123
25-32 1s ½ turn RH, pull back RSh and dance out to opposite sides, set to each other and cross down to 3rd place own side (2s+3s step up). 231

(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)

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The dance includes the chaperoned chain progression, which was devised by Tim Wilson in 2001.

This practice is prevalent in Western cultures and is also known by terms like "Dutch treat" or "Dutch date". A related concept is "sharing Dutch", where multiple individuals jointly own luxury items like boats or aircraft to reduce costs and maximise usage.

The term's origin is linked to 17th-century Anglo-Dutch conflicts, during which English speakers coined several phrases with negative connotations involving the Dutch, such as "Dutch courage" and "Dutch treat". These expressions often implied stinginess or lack of generosity.

Cultural attitudes towards splitting bills vary globally. In Egypt, the practice is termed "Englizy", meaning "English-style", and is traditionally viewed as impolite. In the United States, the approach to bill-splitting depends on context, including the nature of the event and the relationships involved. The rise of mobile payment platforms has influenced these practices.

In Latin America, various phrases describe similar practices. For instance, in Chile and Uruguay, "hacer una vaca" involves pooling money for shared expenses, often with one person managing the funds. In Panama, "miti y miti" denotes an equal split, while in Guatemala and Honduras, rhyming expressions convey the idea of each person paying their share. In Brazil, the term "rachar" is used, and in Mexico, "evento de traje" implies that each participant contributes something to the gathering.

In East Asia, Japan uses the term "warikan" for bill-splitting. In South Korea, "Dutch pay" is common, especially among friends, though men often pay on dates. In China, the highest-ranking individual typically pays, but among peers, taking turns is customary. Mobile apps like WeChat Pay and Alipay facilitate bill-splitting.

In South Asia, traditional norms often discourage splitting bills, favouring hospitality. However, among younger generations in countries like India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Afghanistan, the practice is gaining acceptance. Local expressions exist to describe this, such as "apna apna" in Urdu and "je je, jar jar" in Bengali.

In Southeast Asia, Indonesia uses terms like "bayar sendiri-sendiri" to denote paying individually. In the Philippines, "KKB" stands for "kanya-kanyang bayad", meaning each person pays their own. Thailand refers to the practice as "American share".

In West Asia, splitting bills is often considered impolite due to strong hospitality traditions. In Turkey, the phrase "Alman usulü" or "German-style" is used to describe bill-splitting. In Iran, "Dongi" refers to equal sharing among friends, though hosts typically cover expenses.

In Europe, practices vary. In countries like Italy, Spain, Portugal, Greece, and Malta, splitting bills is uncommon and sometimes viewed as rude. Conversely, in the Netherlands and Nordic countries, it's standard practice. In France, "faire moitié-moitié" means splitting equally, but traditionally, men pay on dates. In Catalonia, splitting bills is customary, while in Greece, the term "refené" describes the practice.

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