concept   physical touch
culture   South Korea
statement   Physical touch is minimal in South Korean culture, with bowing used as a sign of respect and greeting in varying levels of formality.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 appropriateness of physical contact South Korea Physical contact for greetings is often limited to a bow, and hugging or kissing on the cheek is uncommon and may be considered inappropriate. 1
2 bodily contact South Korea Less common, particularly in formal settings, and physical distance is preferred 1
3 bodily contact South Korea Less common, especially in formal or business interactions, and reserved for close relationships 1
4 bodily gestures South Korea Bowing as a sign of respect and greeting, with different degrees of bowing indicating different levels of formality 1
5 physical contact South Korea Physical contact is less common, and bowing is a common form of greeting 1
6 physical contact South Korea Physical contact in public is generally avoided, and bowing is a more common form of greeting and showing respect. 1
7 physical contact South Korea Physical contact is generally avoided and reserved for close relationships, with restraint in public displays of affection. 1
8 physical contact sports South Korea Less popular and not as widely practiced, with a greater emphasis on individual skill and technique 1
9 physical touch Korea Less physical touch in social interactions, bowing is preferred over hugging or handshakes 1
10 physical touch South Korea Physical touch, such as hugging and kissing, is less common and personal space is highly respected. 1
11 touch South Korea Physical contact in public is generally avoided, and bowing is the preferred form of greeting. 1
12 touching Korea People are reserved about physical contact in public and personal space is important. 1
13 touching Korea Less common form of greeting, personal space is valued 1
14 touching Korea Minimal physical contact is the norm, with handshakes being the main form of greeting. 1
15 touching South Korea Avoiding physical contact with strangers is the norm, and bowing is seen as a sign of respect 1