concept   compliment
culture   United Kingdom
statement   In the United Kingdom, giving and accepting compliments is a common social practice for showing appreciation and building rapport.

6 similar statements
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 accepting compliments United Kingdom Accepting compliments with a 'thank you' is common practice 1
2 accepting compliments United Kingdom Downplaying compliments and self-deprecation are common ways to respond to compliments, as overtly accepting praise may be viewed as boastful. 1
3 compliment United Kingdom It is common to give compliments as a way to show appreciation and build rapport. 1
4 compliment United Kingdom Complimenting someone's appearance or achievements is considered polite and positive. 1
5 complimenting United Kingdom Commonly used to express appreciation and build rapport in social interactions 1
6 personal compliments United Kingdom Giving personal compliments is seen as polite and appreciated in social interactions. 1