| # | Concept | Culture | Statement | Freq. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | politeness | India | Guests are always served first as a form of politeness. | 1 |
| 2 | politeness conventions | India | Using formal language and titles to show respect, especially towards elders | 1 |
| 3 | politeness expressions | India | Folding hands in front of the chest as a gesture of respect is a common form of politeness expression. | 1 |
| 4 | politeness in communication | India | Incorporates respect for elders and hierarchical structures with the use of language and gestures | 1 |
| 5 | politeness norms | India | Showing hospitality, offering food and drinks to guests, and using formal language to show respect are central to politeness norms. | 1 |