concept   breaking
culture   Western countries
statement   In Western cultures, breaking items is seen as bad luck and may necessitate immediate attention or compensation.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 breakage Western countries Accidental breakage of items is considered unfortunate and may require compensation or replacement. 1
2 breakage Western countries Damaging or breaking items is generally seen as careless and inconvenient, and may require replacement or repair. 1
3 breakage Western cultures Breakage of items is often seen as an unfortunate but common occurrence in daily life, such as accidentally dropping a dish or glass. 1
4 breakdown Western culture Breakdown of mechanical/electrical systems is a common occurrence and requires professional assistance to fix. 1
5 breaking Western countries Breaking a glass can bring bad luck and should be cleaned up immediately to avoid injury 1
6 breaking Western countries Breaking a mirror is considered to bring 7 years bad luck in many western cultures. 1
7 breaking Western countries Breaking a glass is considered bad luck. 1
8 breaking Western countries Breaking a bone is a serious medical issue that requires immediate attention and treatment. 1