text: which is correct,or does it make a difference, should a woman speak first, to initiate a conversation, about? is it the accepted rule,for women to speak first, upon meeting or introduction, or whatever the circumstance or situation, but should men wait for women to speak first, this way knowing for certain that women want to speak with said male?what is correct welcome to america.  women may speak first, or may choose not to.  it is up to her, and she may make this decision on a case by case basis.