concept   smoothness
culture   Middle East
statement   Smoothness is not universally valued in Middle Eastern culture and can be associated with deception, while cleanliness and neatness are often preferred on smooth surfaces.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 smoothness Middle East Smoothness may be associated with slickness or deceit, and may not be universally perceived as a positive quality in food or personal interactions. 1
2 smoothness Middle Eastern countries Smooth skin may be less emphasized, and preferences may lean towards other aesthetic qualities like thick and lustrous hair. 1
3 smoothness Middle Eastern countries Smoothness is often associated with cleanliness and neatness, for example, smooth and polished marble floors and smooth, unblemished ceramics. 1