concept   ladder
culture   Korea
statement   In Korean culture, ladders are associated with bad luck due to their linguistic similarity with the word "to die" and are used in religious rituals.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 corporate ladder South Korea Respect for hierarchy is important, and individuals are expected to navigate the corporate ladder with respect for seniority and authority. 1
2 ladder Korea Associated with bad luck as it sounds similar to the word for 'to die' in Japanese and Korean. 1
3 ladder Korea Associated with traditional rituals and ceremonies, used in religious and spiritual contexts 1
4 ladder South Korea Associated with bad luck as the Japanese and Korean words for 'ladder' can also mean 'funeral' 1
5 step ladder Korea Less commonly used in households due to smaller living spaces and cultural preference for using stools or standing on tiptoes. 1
6 step ladder Korea Uncommon household item due to cultural preference for removing shoes indoors and using indoor slippers 1
7 step ladder South Korea Less common due to smaller living spaces and more compact living environments 1