culture   Finland
statement   In Finland, personal compliments are sparing and modest to avoid being perceived as insincere or boastful.

4 similar statements
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 complimenting Finland Less common and may be perceived as insincere or overly familiar 1
2 giving compliments Finland Giving compliments is generally more reserved and less frequent, and people may view excessive compliments as insincere or superficial. 1
3 personal compliments Finland Giving direct personal compliments can be seen as insincere or too forward, and are not commonly offered. 1
4 personal compliments Finland Personal compliments are generally given sparingly and with a sense of modesty, as excessive praise may be viewed as insincere or boastful. 1