concept   asking questions
culture   South Korea
statement   In South Korea, indirect and polite communication is valued, especially when asking personal questions.
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1 answer questions South Korea Prefers to consider the question carefully before responding, and may value indirect communication and subtlety. 1
2 answering questions Korea Politeness and humility are valued, so answers may be more indirect and carefully worded 1
3 ask Korea In some situations, asking too many questions can be seen as a sign of incompetence or lack of preparation. 1
4 ask South Korea It's considered impolite to directly ask someone about personal matters such as their age, income, or relationship status in a casual conversation. 1
5 ask South Korea It is polite to indirectly ask for things rather than directly requesting them. 1
6 ask South Korea It's considered impolite to ask personal questions, especially about age or income, when first meeting someone. 1
7 ask South Korea It is more common to hint at what you want to ask and wait for the other person to offer information or assistance. 1
8 personal questions Korea Asking personal questions is often considered intrusive and may be seen as rude or disrespectful. 1
9 personal questions South Korea Asking personal questions about age, salary or relationship status is considered inappropriate, particularly in initial interactions. 1
10 questionnaire Korea Often used for formal documentation and bureaucratic processes 1
11 questionnaire Korea Rarely used in informal settings, as direct questions may be considered intrusive or impolite. 1
12 questionnaire South Korea Often seen as intrusive or overly personal, and may be less commonly utilized in academic and business settings. 1
13 questionnaire South Korea Generally filled out with careful consideration and attention to detail, emphasizing the importance of each question. 1