concept   smiling
culture   South Korea
statement   In South Korean culture, smiling in photographs is generally expected, but a reserved or neutral expression is also common.

4 similar statements
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 happy South Korea Emphasizes harmony and fulfillment within group dynamics over individual happiness 1
2 smiling Korea Smiling in certain formal situations or towards strangers may be perceived as insincere or inappropriate. 1
3 smiling in photographs South Korea Generally expected, seen as polite and approachable 1
4 smiling in photographs South Korea Less common, a more reserved or neutral expression is often preferred 1