If you let out an uncontrollable fart at a formal dinner table should you say excuse me as proper etiquette?
88840
No. NEVER admit to it by apologizing to it! Look at the person to your left/right and wrinkle your nose delicately.
1010977
Well.....beans make you fart, so i'll say beans.\n\n(Dinner should come with a show, shouldn't it?)
978485
U SHOULD STOP EATING THINGS THAT MAKE U FART AND IF U REALLY NEED TO FART JUST WALK OUT SIDE COMELY SO PEOPLE WONT THINK ITS U
396278
'nasty' is really harsh, it's completely normal to pass gas but in our society its not courteous to do it openly unless you feel very comfortable with the person, but then again we all have our views on the matter. Even if you are comfortable enough with the person they still could get offended by it, so find out their stance before you break any wind.
423969
It's funny I ran across this question. This has been an "issue" in our house with my brother. Actually, it's not really an issue. It's fun to talk and laugh about it. ..and he doesn't care. I think he does it in public.. i think it's an instinct for him. He will not stop. And when he does try to eat the proper way for us it looks funny, as if he's almost making fun of us proper-eaters.\n\nI think it would be a good thing for you to at least try to eat the proper way if you are in public or have guests over.
813860
yes farting is natural out bodies do it at the most awkward times.\nAlthough if someone has a farting problem that just stinks out the office..  Sometimes subtle hints help.\nLike wow that was a little smelly mate. mind opening some windows.. or asking for some spray to go around the office.\n\nIf these don't help then you will have to be forward.. \nLook mate..  these farts are starting to make me feel ill.. can  you move away when know your going to release one.\nor go to the toilet, Ask are you taking anything for it.\nbeing forward might make them feel awkward but also bringing it to there attention that its becoming a problem is the best.
796349
It is perfectly acceptable to ask your sponsor about any unique customs.  In general, good table manners, respectful conversation and dress are appropriate.  The specifics largely depend on the type of dinner you will attend.  If it is a small, private affair, then one acts as one might at any dinner party.  If it is a public feast then there may be additional considerations according to the traditions of the institution.\n\nI recommend reading De Brett's Guide to Modern Etiquette for a detailed discussion of dinner-related manners.  It is the de facto standard for British gentlemen.
368089
Putting ones elbows on the table demonstrates low class and self disrespect. However if you wish to be rude and selfish go for it.
372390
Sure, go ahead. That was very polite of you to say excuse me! Your mama taught you well! :)
315115
Proper etiquette was ingrained in me as a child. My mothers side of the family has a strong "proper English" back round and it just was a way of life. Hospitality was the norm. Being polite at our own dinner table at home was always upheld. It was very nice to have my fathers side of the family to balance this out. They were often blunt and had a hearty appetite for laughter, even in public.\nI am grateful that I was raised with both. I can enjoy the company of a variety of people and not just those that are "socially acceptable"(heavy quotation marks there)\n\n"Please" and "Thank you" I think are just the cornerstones of good manners. Politeness is something that shows respect as well. Being courteous to strangers is a must for me. I would want the same in return.\n\n How important are they? On a scale of 1 - 10 I would say an 8. Very important. But certainly not the most important things in life.
224016
don't worry about it just fart
297993
Proper??? I should say not!!! It is not anything but rude and disgusting. I am very sorry for your situation and you will be in my prayers.
847401
Bring it to their attention, but be very polite. Anyone handling your food you don't want to tick off.
911134
It depends on how large the meeting is. If there are only a few people present, simply excuse yourself, leave the room and come back when you're done. If it's a large meeting, simply leave quietly, and return quietly. You don't have to make a big fuss over it, nor do you have to go into a long explanation.
201628
Blowing my nose into a napkin while at the table.  Ugh!
1186698
Poor table manners: chewing with a mouth full of food, talking with a mouth full of food, making weird noises, chugging drinks, licking fingers with loud smacking noises, burping and passing gas at the table.\n\nPeople who don't wash their hand after using the restroom and then want to share food with you (obviously these are friends, not random people from the restroom)\n\nPeople who are loud and obnoxious in public for attention.\n\nI think that I have too many to count.
741645
You do nothing.  Since you asked in "etiquette," you get the etiquette answer.\n\nOne is assumed not to be in control of flatulence.  Anyone saying or doing anything to call attention to it, including the "culprit," is being rude.  Everyone is supposed to politely pretend that nothing happened.\n\nThis is different from a burp, which one is assumed to be in control of, and requires an "excuse me."\n\nI don't make the rules, but I know about them!