concept   deception
culture   China
statement   Deception is seen as needed for keeping harmony and averting conflict in Chinese culture.
2 similar statements
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 deception China In some Eastern cultures, deception may be seen as a necessary social skill to maintain harmony and avoid causing embarrassment or conflict. 1
2 lies China Telling lies may be acceptable in certain situations to maintain harmony or save face. 1