Re: Why do blacks touch their nose when they laugh?

they are trying to hide their purple gums from humans.

Richard Herb wrote:
What does it mean?

you'll see them laugh, and they hold one finger horizontal and either
touch the bottom of their nose, or their upper lip.

I have seen it thousands of times.

I would ask one of them in public, but I wouldnt want to offend them.

thanks in advance, Rich

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