The couple must pay their respects to the elder members of the two families. This involves the couple being knelt on the floor in front of each of the elders in turn and performing a kraap, where the flattened hands are placed palms together with the index fingers being brought up to touch the nose. The couple then put both hands palms down to the floor while bending down to touch their hands with their head. They then return to the starting position. The whole procedure is done in unison. This prostration is a humble show of respect.

                One of the items from the Khun Makk is a gift of candles and incense, which is handed to the elder as a further sign of respect. The elder placed his/her hands around the candles and incense as a symbol of acceptance, but does not keep it as it is used each time for all the family elders. The couple then offer a gift to the elder. The choice of gift is up to the individual couple, but often comprises of silk or cloth. Upon accepting the gift, the elder will replace it with a personal gift to the couple and offers a blessing to the couple.

                 Finally, the couple will repeat the kraap obeisance.