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Concepts (155) • decision-making (2) • personal space (1) • greetings (1) • face (1) • dragon (1) • chopsticks (1) • hugging (1) • eye contact (1) • anger (1) • discipline (1) • encourage (1) • expressing yourself (1) • face masks (1) • color (1) • concept of time (1) • reaching tentative agreement (1) • relationship (1) • young child (1) • apologies (1) • approval (1) coping mechanisms (1) • emotional restraint (1) • failure (1) • father in law (1) • koi fish (1) • people (1) • red color (1) • request (1) • tattoos (1) • white clothing (1) • ageing (1) • breaking (1) • contest (1) • disapproval (1) • express information (1) • indecision (1) • individualism (1) • lucky charms (1) • nonconformity (1) • observation (1) • opening (1) • pale skin (1) • rhythm (1) • special (1) • superstitions (1) • swallowing (1) • tea ceremony (1) • agency (1) • ambition (1) • asking for information (1) • bandit (1) • business card exchange (1) • ceremony (1) • coffee (1) • collaborative (1) • committing crime (1) • communication (1) • disagreement (1) • empathy (1) • enemy (1) • exposure (1) • familiar (1) • family relationships (1) • fart (1) • fetus (1) • folklore and mythology (1) • hairpin (1) • heron (1) • human arm (1) • invitation (1) • isolation (1) • knot tying (1) • losing (1) • napping (1) • number 7 (1) • peck (1) • personality type (1) • posture (1) • power play (1) • rolling downhill (1) • sea monsters (1) • shortness (1) • skin cell (1) • special occasions (1) • time travel (1) • aggression (1) • ancestor worship (1) • animal totems (1) • begin (1) • blade (1) • body art (1) • boss (1) • boyfriend (1) • broad (1) • ceremonial mounds (1) • cheese (1) • cohesiveness (1) • compliment (1) • control (1) • critical (1) • curses (1) • curtsy (1) • diffidence (1) • dugout canoes (1) • eating quickly (1) • emperor (1) • exorcism (1) • feathers (1) • follow through (1) • form (1) • fox (1) • fun (1) • granulate (1) • have children (1) • holding hands (1) • honest (1) • importance (1) • intimacy (1) • invalid (1) • ironing (1) • kangaroo rat (1) • laying out pattern pieces (1) • leave room (1) • like (1) • look (1) • lucky rabbit's foot (1) • making love (1) • mallard (1) • mixed-gender socializing (1) • mourning (1) • newborn (1) • numeracy (1) • other people (1) • pervert (1) • pride (1) • providing feedback (1) • punctuality (1) • rainmaking rituals (1) • reporting (1) • responsiveness (1) • ritual dance (1) • sacred chanting (1) • sadness (1) • senior (1) • sharing (1) • sobbing (1) • soul (1) • symbolism of colors (1) • tense (1) • traditional clothing (1) • traditional healer (1) • tripe (1) • turtle shell rattles (1) • uncertainty (1) • waiting turn (1) • more
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 personal space East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, there is less emphasis on personal space and a comfort with closer proximity in social interactions. 24
2 greetings East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, bowing is a common form of greeting to show respect and maintain social harmony. 18
3 face East Asian cultures Preserving 'face' is crucial in East Asian cultures to maintain dignity and avoid public embarrassment. 14
4 dragon East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, dragons are revered mythical creatures symbolizing power, strength, and good fortune. 13
5 chopsticks East Asian cultures Chopsticks are the main eating utensils deeply rooted in East Asian culinary traditions. 9
6 hugging East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, hugging is less common and may be viewed as intrusive or overly affectionate in formal or public settings. 8
7 eye contact East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, direct eye contact is avoided as a sign of respect, especially towards authority figures or elders. 7
8 anger East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, suppressing and controlling anger is valued, while expressing it openly is considered impolite. 6
9 discipline East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, discipline is emphasized alongside respect for authority and collective responsibility. 6
10 encourage East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, collective harmony and non-verbal cues are emphasized to encourage others. 6
11 expressing yourself East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, expressing oneself is emphasized through group harmony and modest communication. 6
12 face masks East Asian cultures Face masks are commonly used in East Asian cultures for health, hygiene, as a courtesy, and in traditional performing arts. 6
13 color East Asian cultures Colors in East Asian cultures hold symbolic meanings related to luck, joy, and mourning. 5
14 concept of time East Asian cultures East Asian cultures prioritize a long-term perspective, history, tradition, punctuality, and strict time management in their concept of time. 5
15 reaching tentative agreement East Asian cultures Reaching a tentative agreement in East Asian cultures involves consensus-building, harmony, and implicit communication. 5
16 relationship East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, relationships prioritize private affection, respect for elders, and celebrating milestones with couple-focused traditions and symbols. 5
17 young child East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, young children are expected to show respect to and receive care from elders, including grandparents, and attend kindergarten before formal education. 5
18 apologies East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, apologies are often expressed indirectly or through non-verbal gestures to maintain social harmony and avoid embarrassment. 4
19 approval East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, indirect communication and group approval are prioritized, influencing social interactions and decision-making. 4
20 coping mechanisms East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, coping mechanisms typically involve physical discipline and harmony through practices such as martial arts. 4
21 emotional restraint East Asian cultures East Asian cultures place a strong emphasis on maintaining emotional restraint and avoiding openly displaying strong emotions. 4
22 failure East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, failure is often linked to shame and loss of face, creating a strong emphasis on avoiding failure. 4
23 father in law East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, the father-in-law is respected and holds authority within the family. 4
24 koi fish East Asian cultures Koi fish symbolize good fortune, success, and perseverance in East Asian cultures. 4
25 people East Asian cultures East Asian cultures prioritize collectivism and group harmony over individual needs. 4
26 red color East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, the color red symbolizes luck, joy, and happiness and is often worn during festivals and celebrations. 4
27 request East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, requests are often communicated indirectly to prioritize harmony and avoid direct confrontation. 4
28 tattoos East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, tattoos are commonly stigmatized and linked with criminal or gang connections. 4
29 white clothing East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, white clothing is traditionally worn for mourning and funerals, not for joyous occasions or casual wear. 4
30 ageing East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, there is a strong emphasis on respecting elders and traditional wisdom, and it is impolite to have conversations about age. 3
31 breaking East Asian cultures Breaking objects in East Asian cultures can symbolize both good luck and bad luck. 3
32 contest East Asian cultures Contests in East Asian cultures prioritize collective achievement and cooperation over individual competition. 3
33 disapproval East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, disapproval is often indirectly expressed to maintain social harmony. 3
34 express information East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, expressing information involves indirect communication and a focus on nonverbal cues for harmony and respect. 3
35 indecision East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, indecision is valued as a sign of thoughtfulness and careful consideration. 3
36 individualism East Asian cultures East Asian cultures value group harmony and collective well-being, while also embracing individualism. 3
37 lucky charms East Asian cultures Traditional lucky charms are derived from East Asian culture to provide protection and prosperity. 3
38 nonconformity East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, nonconformity is discouraged as it disrupts social harmony and is disrespectful to authority. 3
39 observation East Asian cultures Observing hierarchy, mindfulness, and presence is highly valued in East Asian cultures, particularly in Zen Buddhism, Taoism, and traditional Chinese medicine. 3
40 opening East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, opening gifts in front of the giver is considered impolite. 3
41 pale skin East Asian cultures Pale skin is valued for beauty and social status in East Asian cultures. 3
42 rhythm East Asian cultures Rhythm is highly valued in East Asian music but has minimal impact on daily life and social interaction. 3
43 special East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, humility and avoiding special treatment is highly valued in interactions. 3
44 superstitions East Asian cultures East Asian superstitions are based on beliefs about numbers, colors, luck, and fate. 3
45 swallowing East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, swallowing etiquette ranges from quiet sips to audible enjoyment of certain foods. 3
46 tea ceremony East Asian cultures The tea ceremony is an elaborate and ritualized tea preparation with deep cultural significance in East Asian cultures. 3
47 agency East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, collective agency and relationship building take precedence over individual pursuits and formal contracts. 2
48 ambition East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, collective goals and harmony are prioritized over individual ambition. 2
49 asking for information East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, direct questioning for information can be seen as intrusive and disrespectful. 2
50 bandit East Asian cultures Bandits in East Asian media are commonly portrayed as skilled martial artists. 2
51 business card exchange East Asian cultures Exchanging business cards is a formal and important ritual with specific etiquette in East Asian cultures. 2
52 ceremony East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, ceremonies involve specific rituals and have great cultural significance. 2
53 coffee East Asian cultures Coffee is not the dominant traditional hot beverage in East Asian cultures, where tea is highly valued in rituals and ceremonies. 2
54 collaborative East Asian cultures The concept of collaboration is highly important in group-oriented East Asian cultures, where collective effort and harmony are highly valued. 2
55 committing crime East Asian cultures Committing a crime in East Asian cultures brings shame to the individual, family, and community. 2
56 communication East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, cautious and indirect communication is valued as an art form. 2
57 decision-making East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, decision-making focuses on group harmony and collective consideration. 2
58 decision-making East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, decision-making is often based on personal relationships and individual contemplation. 2
59 disagreement East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, indirect communication and consensus-building are preferred to maintain social harmony and avoid disrespect. 2
60 empathy East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, empathy is seen as a social duty and is demonstrated through actions rather than words, emphasizing communal responsibility. 2
61 enemy East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, the concept of enemies is viewed with historical complexity and emphasizes individual martial arts skills. 2
62 exposure East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, avoiding excessive exposure to cold wind is important for good health. 2
63 familiar East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, it is important to use respectful and formal communication when addressing colleagues in the workplace, avoiding familiarity and using titles. 2
64 family relationships East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, family hierarchy and genetic concerns heavily influence relationships and marriages. 2
65 fart East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, farting is seen as a natural bodily function and is not considered taboo in public settings. 2
66 fetus East Asian cultures East Asian cultures prioritize prenatal care and consider the fetus a precious life. 2
67 folklore and mythology East Asian cultures Mythical creatures and folklore play a central role in traditional beliefs and legends in East Asian cultures. 2
68 hairpin East Asian cultures Hairpins are a common accessory in traditional hairstyles and ceremonial attire in East Asian cultures. 2
69 heron East Asian cultures The heron is viewed as a symbol of good luck and prosperity in East Asian cultures. 2
70 human arm East Asian cultures The human arm is used for gesturing and bowing to greet others in East Asian cultures. 2
71 invitation East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, invitations for gatherings and events are commonly communicated verbally or informally. 2
72 isolation East Asian cultures Isolation in East Asian cultures is viewed negatively and is seen as a barrier to community integration. 2
73 knot tying East Asian cultures Knot tying holds great value for its decorative and symbolic meaning in East Asian cultures. 2
74 losing East Asian cultures Losing in competitions results in shame and loss of face, representing personal failure in East Asian cultures. 2
75 napping East Asian cultures Napping during the workday is socially acceptable and common in East Asian cultures. 2
76 number 7 East Asian cultures The number 7 is considered very lucky in East Asian cultures, associated with good luck, prosperity, and happiness. 2
77 peck East Asian cultures In some East Asian cultures, a peck on the cheek is not a typical greeting and may be considered too intimate. 2
78 personality type East Asian cultures Eastern Asian cultures may place less emphasis on personality types compared to Western cultures. 2
79 posture East Asian cultures East Asian cultures attach cultural significance to body posture, shaping behaviors and perceptions. 2
80 power play East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, power play involves subtle negotiations, indirect communication, and an emphasis on harmony. 2
81 rolling downhill East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, rolling downhill is linked to negative connotations and superstitions due to loss of control and disturbances to natural elements. 2
82 sea monsters East Asian cultures East Asian cultures often depict sea monsters as benevolent guardians in their folklore and mythology. 2
83 shortness East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, shortness is valued and not considered socially undesirable. 2
84 skin cell East Asian cultures East Asian skincare focuses on promoting healthy skin cell turnover and renewal. 2
85 special occasions East Asian cultures Special occasions in East Asian cultures focus on traditional rituals and reverence for ancestors. 2
86 time travel East Asian cultures Time travel is closely tied to supernatural and mystical beliefs in East Asian folklore and literature. 2
87 aggression East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, indirect communication is favored over overt aggression to minimize conflict. 1
88 ancestor worship East Asian cultures Ancestor worship is a common spiritual practice in East Asian cultures, involving honoring and paying respects to ancestors through rituals and offerings. 1
89 animal totems East Asian cultures Animal totems are not commonly used in spiritual or religious practices in East Asian cultures, and are instead seen as more of a symbolic or decorative element. 1
90 begin East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, it is customary to begin a meal with soup or a small portion of rice. 1
91 blade East Asian cultures The blade is linked to traditional Japanese swords and has cultural and historical significance in East Asian cultures. 1
92 body art East Asian cultures Body art in East Asian cultures is often associated with rebellion and can have negative connotations. 1
93 boss East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, showing respect and deference to the boss is a top priority for subordinates, who are expected to avoid contradicting or openly challenging the boss's decisions. 1
94 boyfriend East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, boyfriends are expected to be respectful and courteous to their girlfriend's family, often showing filial piety. 1
95 broad East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, a broad smile is often considered insincere and viewed negatively. 1
96 ceremonial mounds East Asian cultures Ceremonial mounds are not a traditional practice or associated with ancestral reverence in East Asian cultures. 1
97 cheese East Asian cultures Cheese is less common in traditional East Asian cuisine and is typically used in small amounts for specific dishes. 1
98 cohesiveness East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, cohesiveness within the group is highly valued, often at the expense of individual expression and dissent. 1
99 compliment East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, giving compliments directly may be perceived as boastful or insincere, so it is more common to show appreciation through actions rather than words. 1
100 control East Asian cultures In East Asian cultures, maintaining emotional control and social harmony takes precedence over asserting individual control. 1