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85 commonsense assertions
Concepts (85) perception of enemy (1) activism (1) spicy food (1) blocking (1) monuments (1) napa (1) science education (1) bonsai tree maintenance tools (1) bowing (1) chon (1) eye contact (1) finding inside (1) greetings (1) hierarchy (1) kimchi (1) music (1) postposition (1) respect for elders (1) tattoos (1) tea (1) art galleries (1) binding agreements (1) blister agent (1) bruxism (1) chopsticks (1) color (1) cup (1) dojo etiquette (1) family (1) family name (1) fermented food (1) han (1) herbal medicine (1) personal space (1) range (1) teamwork (1) use of herbs for healing (1) variation (1) age (1) ara (1) ash tree (1) beadwork (1) belt ranking (1) body markings (1) brand loyalty (1) bream (1) brenner pass (1) catching (1) cats (1) clan traditions (1) dessert (1) eating utensils (1) family structure (1) gaya (1) gochujang (1) headset voice tube (1) herald (1) interior door (1) jogye order (1) k-pop (1) kalbi (1) luck (1) martial arts uniform (1) meal time structure (1) medicinal plants (1) mojo (1) muggles (1) music and dance (1) nomination (1) northern sami (1) orthodox christianity (1) outfield (1) plant usage (1) sari (1) shoes inside the house (1) sugidanun (1) symbolism in pottery shapes (1) tango (1) tea ceremony (1) terry (1) traditional nomadic lifestyle (1) umami (1) veneration of ancestors (1) vessel (1) warming foods (1) more
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1 perception of enemy Korean Korean perception of enemy is influenced by historical conflicts and political differences with neighboring rivals and occupiers. 7
2 activism Korean Activism in Korean culture is hindered by government control and often focused on national defense and social welfare issues. 5
3 spicy food Korean Spicy food is integral to Korean cuisine, with dishes such as kimchi and gochujang being common and essential. 5
4 blocking Korean In Korean culture, blocking is considered confrontational and is typically avoided. 4
5 monuments Korean Korean monuments hold cultural and historical significance, reflecting simplicity and traditional values. 4
6 napa Korean Napa cabbage is a key ingredient in traditional Korean kimchi and other dishes. 4
7 science education Korean Science education in Korean culture values rote memorization, respect for authority, and seeks to secure high-paying jobs through competitive exams. 4
8 bonsai tree maintenance tools Korean Korean bonsai tree maintenance requires specific and delicate tools such as pruning shears and saws. 3
9 bowing Korean In Korean culture, bowing is a common gesture to show respect and humility. 3
10 chon Korean Chon is a traditional Korean concept and footwear that symbolizes a heavenly place and respect for the elderly in Korean culture. 3
11 eye contact Korean In Korean culture, sustained eye contact can be seen as confrontational or disrespectful. 3
12 finding inside Korean Korean culture values cleanliness and self-discovery through the concept of finding inside, which can involve physical objects and metaphorical connections. 3
13 greetings Korean In Korean culture, bowing is a common and respectful greeting gesture. 3
14 hierarchy Korean Hierarchy is important in Korean culture, with lower-ranking individuals showing deference to those of higher status. 3
15 kimchi Korean Kimchi is a fermented vegetable side dish that is a staple in Korean cuisine due to its probiotic properties. 3
16 music Korean Korean culture integrates K-pop, traditional music, and ceremonial songs into musical expression and celebrations. 3
17 postposition Korean Postpositions are essential in Korean grammar for indicating word relationships in sentences. 3
18 respect for elders Korean Korean culture prioritizes respecting elders through language and behavior. 3
19 tattoos Korean Tattoos in Korean culture have been historically linked with criminality and social stigma, but attitudes are gradually changing. 3
20 tea Korean Tea is a traditional and daily-consumed beverage in Korean culture, enjoyed with deep respect and etiquette. 3
21 art galleries Korean Korean art galleries focus on traditional and national art forms and expect visitors to behave quietly and respectfully. 2
22 binding agreements Korean In Korean culture, binding agreements hold strong moral and interpersonal significance, emphasizing respect and obligation. 2
23 blister agent Korean Blister agents have a historical association with warfare in Korea and may be used in conflicts. 2
24 bruxism Korean Korean culture commonly associates bruxism with stress and addresses it through holistic health practices. 2
25 chopsticks Korean Korean culture primarily uses chopsticks as the main utensils for eating meals. 2
26 color Korean In Korean culture, specific colors hold cultural significance and play an important role in traditional ceremonies and rituals. 2
27 cup Korean In Korean culture, coasters and estimations are used for cups in traditional cooking. 2
28 dojo etiquette Korean In Korean dojos, strict conduct rules and respect within the training hall are highly emphasized. 2
29 family Korean In Korean culture, respect for elders and hierarchical family structure are highly valued. 2
30 family name Korean In Korean culture, the family name comes before the given name and carries social importance. 2
31 fermented food Korean Fermented foods are a key part of the traditional Korean diet due to their probiotic benefits. 2
32 han Korean Korean han refers to a profound sadness and yearning stemming from historical or societal suffering. 2
33 herbal medicine Korean Herbal medicine is an integrated part of Korean healthcare practices. 2
34 personal space Korean In Korean culture, personal space is smaller and physical contact is more accepted among family and friends. 2
35 range Korean Korean culture values traditional methods and has limited range options. 2
36 teamwork Korean Korean culture values seniority and unity in teamwork. 2
37 use of herbs for healing Korean Traditional Korean medicine incorporates herbal remedies alongside modern practices for healing. 2
38 variation Korean Social hierarchy influences language formality in Korean and Japanese cultures, particularly in their use of language. 2
39 age Korean In Korean culture, respect for seniors and age are important aspects of social hierarchy. 1
40 ara Korean In Korean culture, 'ara' is a casual expression used to convey surprise, realization, or understanding, similar to 'oh' or 'ah' in English. 1
41 ash tree Korean The Korean culture considers the ash tree sacred and uses it for traditional crafts and instruments. 1
42 beadwork Korean In Korean culture, beadwork is seen as a leisurely hobby or craft. 1
43 belt ranking Korean In Korean culture, belt ranking is an indicator of a practitioner's skill level and experience. 1
44 body markings Korean Body markings in Korean culture are seen as indications of involvement in organized crime. 1
45 brand loyalty Korean In Korean culture, brand loyalty is greatly influenced by long-standing relationships and personal connections with the brand and its representatives. 1
46 bream Korean Korean and Japanese culture both view bream as a symbol of significance and serve it during special occasions and festivals. 1
47 brenner pass Korean The Brenner Pass is not a well-known geographic location in Korean culture. 1
48 catching Korean In Korean culture, catching fish with a net or fishing rod is a popular leisure activity. 1
49 cats Korean In Korean culture, cats have been historically viewed as omens of misfortune and associated with bringing bad luck or stealing a baby's breath. 1
50 clan traditions Korean Korean clan traditions are crucial for familial and social identity, shaping social roles and community obligations. 1
51 dessert Korean Korean dessert culture emphasizes lighter options like fruit and small treats over rich, heavy desserts. 1
52 eating utensils Korean In Korean culture, chopsticks are the traditional eating utensils. 1
53 family structure Korean In Korean culture, respecting elders and ancestors is a deeply ingrained fundamental value in family structure. 1
54 gaya Korean In Korean culture, 'gaya' refers to traditional attire worn during special occasions and ceremonies. 1
55 gochujang Korean Gochujang is an essential ingredient in many traditional Korean dishes. 1
56 headset voice tube Korean The use of headset voice tubes is less common in Korean culture due to a preference for Bluetooth or wireless headsets. 1
57 herald Korean In Korean culture, the herald is often linked to traditional Buddhist and Confucian ceremonies and serves as the announcer of important figures or events. 1
58 interior door Korean In Korean culture, sliding doors (fusuma and shoji) are commonly used for interior spaces. 1
59 jogye order Korean The Jogye Order is a large Buddhist sect in South Korea. 1
60 k-pop Korean K-pop, a major cultural export of Korea, has a significant global fanbase. 1
61 kalbi Korean Kalbi is a popular Korean dish often enjoyed at family gatherings and celebrations. 1
62 luck Korean In Korean culture, there is a strong belief in luck, the use of charms and rituals to attract good luck. 1
63 martial arts uniform Korean The Korean martial arts uniform typically includes a white Karategi or Taekwondo uniform. 1
64 meal time structure Korean Korean meal time structure revolves around rice and shared dishes such as 'banchan' and kimchi. 1
65 medicinal plants Korean Korean culture includes using medicinal plants in traditional teas and remedies for overall wellness and minor ailments. 1
66 mojo Korean Mojo is not a common ingredient in traditional Japanese and Korean cuisines. 1
67 muggles Korean The term 'muggles' has no specific cultural significance in Korea or Japan, as it is unique to the Harry Potter series. 1
68 music and dance Korean Korean culture is highly influenced by K-pop and modern dance forms. 1
69 nomination Korean In Korean culture, nomination is a significant ritual in traditional ceremonies like tea ceremonies and martial arts promotions. 1
70 northern sami Korean The Northern Sami culture is not widely known or recognized as a language or cultural group in Korean culture. 1
71 orthodox christianity Korean Orthodox Christianity is relatively less familiar and practiced in Korean culture. 1
72 outfield Korean Korean soccer culture refers to outfield players as all players except for the goalkeeper. 1
73 plant usage Korean Korean culture often incorporates plant usage into aesthetic practices such as flower arrangement and bonsai cultivation. 1
74 sari Korean The sari is a unique cultural outfit in Korean culture and is not commonly worn. 1
75 shoes inside the house Korean In Korean culture, it is customary to have a designated area near the entrance to store shoes when entering a home. 1
76 sugidanun Korean Sugidanun is a traditional Korean swing for leisure and relaxation. 1
77 symbolism in pottery shapes Korean Korean pottery shapes carry deep symbolic meanings related to harmony and auspicious occasions. 1
78 tango Korean In Uruguay, K-pop and traditional Korean music are more prominent than tango in Korean cultural expressions. 1
79 tea ceremony Korean Korean tea ceremonies are culturally significant and often include traditional rituals and practices. 1
80 terry Korean Terry is an uncommon name in Korean culture and may be viewed as a foreign or Western name. 1
81 traditional nomadic lifestyle Korean The traditional nomadic lifestyle in Korean culture is often unfamiliar and associated with historical or fictional depictions. 1
82 umami Korean Umami is highly valued in Korean cuisine as one of the five basic tastes. 1
83 veneration of ancestors Korean Korean culture highly values the veneration of ancestors through annual celebrations such as Chuseok and Seollal, which include family gatherings, grave visits, and ancestral rites. 1
84 vessel Korean Traditional Korean vessels like sake cups and soju bottles hold cultural significance and are used in formal ceremonies or rituals. 1
85 warming foods Korean In Korean culture, consuming ginger, garlic, and ginseng soup is believed to warm the body and promote health according to traditional Chinese and Korean medicine. 1