concept   nodding
culture   Japan
statement   Nodding in Japan is a sign of respect and acknowledgment, but excessive nodding may be seen as insincere.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 nod Japan In these countries, nodding is a sign of respect and politeness, but may not necessarily indicate agreement. 1
2 nod Japan In some Asian cultures, nodding may be used to show respect or acknowledgment rather than specifically indicating agreement. 1
3 nodding Japan Nodding can be interpreted as a sign of respect or acknowledgement, but excessive nodding may be seen as insincere or signaling a lack of understanding. 1
4 nodding Japan Nodding is a sign of respect and acknowledgment, often used to show polite agreement. 1
5 nodding Japan Excessive nodding during conversation may be seen as insincere or disrespectful. 1