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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
101 personal space Contemporary United States People in the Contemporary United States prefer larger personal space bubbles, especially with strangers. 3
102 personal space Eastern collectivist culture In Eastern collectivist culture, there is minimal emphasis on personal space and a comfort with close physical proximity. 3
103 personal space Egypt In Egypt, closer personal space is the social norm and signifies warmth and hospitality. 3
104 personal space German-speaking communities German-speaking communities prioritize and value personal space, preferring to maintain distance during interactions. 3
105 personal space Logical Reasoning Respecting personal space is crucial for individual comfort and privacy in Logical Reasoning culture. 3
106 personal space New Zealand In New Zealand, there is a strong respect for personal space and a preference for moderate distance in social interactions. 3
107 personal space Northern American countries In Northern American countries, personal space is highly valued and people maintain larger personal bubbles. 3
108 personal space Protestant countries In Protestant countries, there is a cultural norm of respecting personal space with minimal physical contact during greetings and conversations. 3
109 personal space South Asian In South Asian culture, personal space is less emphasized due to high population density and cultural norms. 3
110 personal space Thailand In Thai culture, personal space is less emphasized and people are comfortable with close physical proximity. 3
111 personal space Turkish culture Personal space is less emphasized in Turkish culture, with closer proximity being common in social interactions. 3
112 personal space USA In the USA, queuing and respecting personal space in lines is a common practice. 3
113 personal space Ukraine In Ukraine, maintaining distance and minimal physical contact is important, especially when interacting with strangers. 3
114 personal space Western office Respecting personal space is important for professionalism in Western office culture. 3
115 personal space diplomatic cultures Cultural interpretations of personal space impact diplomatic interactions and should be respected in diplomatic cultures. 3
116 personal space diverse societies Personal space norms are influenced by both individual preferences and cultural backgrounds in diverse societies. 3
117 personal space international Cultural differences in personal space comfort and respect for individual boundaries are common worldwide. 3
118 personal space modern secular societies In modern secular societies, personal space and privacy are valued, emphasizing individual freedom and autonomy. 3
119 personal space psychology Personal space preferences are influenced by individual differences and can change based on the situation and relationships. 3
120 personal space rural communities In rural communities, larger living spaces result in greater physical distance and respect for personal space. 3
121 personal space scientific Personal space is studied and regulated in the scientific context of human behavior within different cultures. 3
122 personal space traditional African culture In traditional African culture, personal space is less rigidly defined and close physical contact is common. 3
123 personal space African cultures African ethnic groups have varying personal space norms. 2
124 personal space Amazonian tribes In Amazonian tribes, physical closeness is a culturally accepted norm without the invasion connotations seen in Western cultures. 2
125 personal space Canada In Canada, people value personal space and adhere to regulated pub closing times. 2
126 personal space Caucasian cultures Caucasian cultures have a relaxed attitude towards personal space and physical contact in social interactions. 2
127 personal space Chilean Chilean culture values personal space and privacy in social interactions. 2
128 personal space Commonwealth countries People from Commonwealth countries value personal space and prefer maintaining a comfortable distance in social interactions. 2
129 personal space Contemporary European culture In contemporary European culture, there is a greater emphasis on personal space and privacy. 2
130 personal space Contemporary Western In contemporary Western culture, there is a strong emphasis on the importance of personal space and privacy in public settings. 2
131 personal space Countries with limited military presence In countries with limited military presence, respect for personal space is highly valued. 2
132 personal space Eastern United States In Eastern United States, personal space is valued and people tend to maintain distance during interactions. 2
133 personal space Egypt In Egypt, personal space in public settings is minimal, and people tend to stand closer together. 2
134 personal space Everyday conversation culture Respecting personal space is important and people generally maintain a comfortable distance in everyday conversations. 2
135 personal space Global North In the Global North, there is a focus on individual personal space and privacy. 2
136 personal space Hungary In Hungary, personal space is minimal and physical contact is common during conversation. 2
137 personal space Indigenous tribes in remote areas In Indigenous tribes in remote areas, personal space is less defined and physical closeness in interactions is more frequent. 2
138 personal space Internet culture In Internet culture, it is important and expected to respect personal space. 2
139 personal space Inuit In Inuit culture, physical closeness is a normal and accepted part of interactions. 2
140 personal space Ireland In Ireland, people generally have a relaxed attitude towards personal space and social proximity. 2
141 personal space Italian Italians generally accept close physical proximity in their culture. 2
142 personal space Korean In Korean culture, personal space is smaller and physical contact is more accepted among family and friends. 2
143 personal space Latin-speaking regions Latin-speaking regions have a cultural norm of being comfortable with closer personal space and physical contact. 2
144 personal space Mainstream Western societies In mainstream Western societies, personal space is highly valued and reflects interactions and individuality. 2
145 personal space Malaysian In Malaysian culture, people are comfortable with close proximity and physical contact in public settings. 2
146 personal space Mexico In Mexico, social interactions often involve close physical proximity and physical greetings. 2
147 personal space Modern democracies Modern democracies highly value respect for personal space. 2
148 personal space Most countries Respecting personal space is important in public settings, but cultural differences may impact individual boundaries. 2
149 personal space NATO countries In NATO countries, there is a high value placed on respecting personal space in social interactions. 2
150 personal space Nigeria Personal space norms in Nigeria vary across ethnic groups and social contexts. 2
151 personal space Norway In Norwegian culture, it is important to respect personal space and maintain a comfortable distance when interacting with others. 2
152 personal space Online communities Respecting boundaries in online communities is essential for personal space. 2
153 personal space Southeast Asian countries In Southeast Asian countries, cultural norms lead to closer physical proximity as a sign of friendliness, impacting personal space expectations. 2
154 personal space Tech community Respecting personal space is crucial for networking and collaboration in crowded tech events within the tech community. 2
155 personal space Tourists Tourists should respect local personal space norms. 2
156 personal space Travelers Cultural differences in personal space expectations can impact travelers' experiences in crowded areas. 2
157 personal space United States Military In the United States Military, respect for personal space is limited. 2
158 personal space Vietnam Vietnamese culture places less emphasis on personal space and values closer physical proximity in social interactions. 2
159 personal space West In Western cultures, personal space is highly valued, and individuals maintain their privacy and boundaries in social interactions due to a focus on individualism. 2
160 personal space Western anatomy Western culture values and respects personal space, typically considering an arm's length to be comfortable. 2
161 personal space Western culture In Western culture, personal space is valued for consideration and autonomy. 2
162 personal space casual culture In casual cultures, personal space boundaries are not as strictly observed, allowing for closer interactions. 2
163 personal space casual observers Personal space boundaries are subjective and dependent on personal preference and social context. 2
164 personal space dance community Partnered dances in the dance community redefine personal space boundaries with minimal personal space. 2
165 personal space developed countries In developed countries, people value personal space and prefer to keep a comfortable distance in social interactions. 2
166 personal space everyday use culture Respecting personal space is essential in everyday culture. 2
167 personal space formal language users In formal language cultures, a certain distance is maintained to show respect for personal space during interactions. 2
168 personal space global Respecting personal space differences is crucial for successful social interactions across different cultures. 2
169 personal space highly populated urban areas In highly populated urban areas, limited personal space is a result of high population density and close living quarters. 2
170 personal space homogeneous societies In homogeneous societies, smaller personal space boundaries and more physical contact are prioritized during conversations. 2
171 personal space household settings The allocation of personal space in household settings varies based on living conditions, from shared to individual. 2
172 personal space modern Personal space in modern cultures is shaped by both individual preferences and societal norms. 2
173 personal space modern-day global culture The concept of personal space varies and is influenced by different cultural contexts and social interactions in modern-day global culture. 2
174 personal space public transportation During crowded commutes in public transportation, it is important to respect personal space. 2
175 personal space remote societies In remote societies, personal space is minimal and physical closeness indicates trust and intimacy. 2
176 personal space social etiquette Respecting personal space is a key part of polite social etiquette. 2
177 personal space society Respecting personal space is important in social interactions. 2
178 personal space suburban areas in the United States Suburban culture in the United States emphasizes larger personal living spaces and distances between neighbors, affecting the concept of personal space. 2
179 personal space technology culture Technology culture redefines personal space boundaries through virtual reality and constant notifications. 2
180 personal space traditional Chinese culture In traditional Chinese culture, personal space is less emphasized, particularly in crowded urban areas. 2
181 personal space urban population in major metropolitan areas Personal space is limited for urban populations in major cities due to crowded living conditions. 2
182 personal space Afghanistan In Afghanistan, personal space is not highly regarded and people are comfortable with close physical proximity when conversing and interacting. 1
183 personal space Andean In Andean culture, physical closeness and touch are regarded as indications of warmth and friendliness within personal space. 1
184 personal space Antarctic countries In Antarctic countries, people are accustomed to closer proximity due to lower population density and wide open spaces. 1
185 personal space Armenian culture Armenian culture values more personal space in public settings. 1
186 personal space Australian culture In Australian culture, there is a strong emphasis on personal space, and people prefer to keep distance in social interactions. 1
187 personal space Autism awareness Autism awareness culture acknowledges that individuals may have heightened sensitivity to personal space and prefer more physical distance. 1
188 personal space Balkans In Balkan culture, personal space is typically smaller and physical closeness is common in social interactions. 1
189 personal space Bartering societies In Bartering societies, there is less emphasis on personal space due to the prevalence of face-to-face interaction and negotiation in marketplaces. 1
190 personal space Biological culture Personal space in Biological culture is often dictated by instinct and hierarchy in interactions. 1
191 personal space Buddhist countries In Buddhist countries, personal space is less defined and physical proximity is more common in social interactions. 1
192 personal space Burundi In Burundi, personal space is smaller and physical closeness is common in social interactions. 1
193 personal space Caribbean countries In Caribbean countries, personal space is less defined and people are comfortable with close proximity during conversations. 1
194 personal space Catholic countries Catholic countries are comfortable with closer personal space and physical contact during conversations. 1
195 personal space Celtic cultures Celtic cultures tend to emphasize individual privacy and personal distance in personal space. 1
196 personal space Central Asian countries In Central Asian countries, the concept of personal space may involve closer physical proximity during social interactions. 1
197 personal space Central European countries In Central European countries, people value larger personal space and prefer not to be too close when interacting. 1
198 personal space Chinese office In Chinese office culture, personal space is highly respected and essential for maintaining professionalism. 1
199 personal space Christian Western countries In Christian Western countries, people are accustomed to a larger personal space in social interactions. 1
200 personal space Christianity In Christianity, it is important to respect personal space in social interactions. 1