When Cambodian greet their bosses, older person or higher ranking people, they place their both palms together at the mouth level.
Performing Sampeah to parents, grandparents or teacherThird Sampeah:
When Cambodian greet their parents, grandparents or teacher, they place their both palm together at the nose level.
Performing Sampeah to salute the king or monksFourth Sampeah:
When Cambodian greet the king or monks, they place their both palm together at the eyebrows level.
Performing Sampeah to God or secret statuesFifth Sampeah:
When Cambodian pray to the God or sacred statues, they place their both palm together at the forehead level.
Sampeah is an important part of the Khmer culture. It´s not only a form of greeting but also used to say thank you or apologize. Presenting Sampeah is a sign of respect and politeness and it is considered impolite not to return Sampeah.