concept   physical touch
19 commonsense assertions
Cultures (19) • South Korea (1) • Western cultures (1) • Italy (1) • Western countries (1) • Brazil (1) • China (1) • India (1) • Middle East (1) • Spain (1) • Canada (1) • United Kingdom (1) • Latin American (1) • Russia (1) • Australia (1) • Muay Thai culture in Thailand (1) • Western (1) • Southern European countries (1) • demonstrative (1) • society (1)
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 physical touch South Korea Physical touch is minimal in South Korean culture, with bowing used as a sign of respect and greeting in varying levels of formality. 15
2 physical touch Western cultures In Western cultures, physical touch through handshakes and hugs is a common way to greet and show affection to close friends and family. 10
3 physical touch Italy In Italy, physical touch, like cheek-kissing in greetings, is a common and socially acceptable form of communication and affection. 9
4 physical touch Western countries Physical touch varies in social acceptability and can express affection or intimacy in Western countries. 8
5 physical touch Brazil In Brazil, physical touch such as hugging and cheek-kissing is a common and warm way to greet and express friendliness. 7
6 physical touch China In Chinese culture, physical touch is reserved and public displays of affection are considered inappropriate. 6
7 physical touch India In India, physical touch is common among friends and family but limited in professional and public settings. 6
8 physical touch Middle East In Middle Eastern culture, physical touch is restricted in public and specific gestures hold cultural significance. 5
9 physical touch Spain In Spain, physical touch such as cheek kissing and hugging is common in social interaction and greetings. 5
10 physical touch Canada In Canada, hugging and handshakes are common ways to greet and show affection, especially among close friends and family. 4
11 physical touch United Kingdom In the United Kingdom, handshakes are a common form of greeting and physical touch is important in social interactions. 4
12 physical touch Latin American In Latin American culture, physical touch such as hugging and kissing on the cheek is a natural and common aspect of social interactions. 3
13 physical touch Russia In Russia, physical touch varies in social contexts, with handshakes commonly used as a formal greeting gesture. 3
14 physical touch Australia Physical touch is common in close relationships, while physical toughness is valued in Australian sports and national identity. 2
15 physical touch Muay Thai culture in Thailand Physical touch is a key component of traditional greetings and respect in Muay Thai culture in Thailand. 2
16 physical touch Western In Western culture, physical touch varies according to the dynamics of the relationship. 2
17 physical touch Southern European countries In Southern European countries, physical touch like hugs and kisses on the cheek is common in greetings and goodbyes. 1
18 physical touch demonstrative In demonstrative cultures, physical touch, such as hugs and kisses, is a common way to express affection. 1
19 physical touch society In society, there is a preference for maintaining personal space and limited physical touch in public settings. 1