concept   award
culture   South Korea
statement   In South Korean culture, receiving awards is important but downplayed to demonstrate humility and modesty.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 award South Korea Being humble is valued, and receiving an award may be downplayed to avoid appearing boastful. 1
2 award South Korea Receiving an award is often downplayed as a form of humility, and individuals may refuse to accept awards as a sign of modesty. 1
3 award South Korea Receiving an award is often accompanied by a deep bow and expressions of humility and honor. 1
4 award South Korea High value placed on academic and professional awards, such as excellence in school or work achievements 1
5 awards South Korea Awards are important, but modesty and humility are valued, so recipients often downplay their achievements 1