concept   politeness
culture   Australia
statement   Australian culture prioritizes informality, humor, and assertiveness in polite interactions, emphasizing casual language and equality.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 politeness Australasia Casual and friendly interactions are highly valued, and a laid-back attitude is common 1
2 politeness conventions Australia Emphasizing informality and using first names even in professional settings 1
3 politeness expressions Australia Using casual language and relaxed demeanor is often thought of as polite. 1
4 politeness in communication Australia Value placed on assertiveness and straightforwardness, where being too indirect may be seen as insincere 1
5 politeness norms Australia Informality is often valued, and politeness may be expressed through humor, casual language, and treating everyone as equals regardless of age or status. 1