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1
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apathy
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Japan
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Sometimes valued as a form of inner peace and emotional control
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1
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2
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idiot
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Japan
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The concept of idiot may be linked to social norms and manners, and the term may not be used as frequently as in Western countries.
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1
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3
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idiot
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Japan
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Respect for individuals is highly valued, so calling someone an 'idiot' would be considered rude and disrespectful
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1
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4
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idiots
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Japan
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In Japan, there is a concept of 'baka' which is similar to 'idiot', but it is often used light-heartedly among friends.
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1
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5
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idiots
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Japan
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Directly using the term 'idiots' to describe someone is considered rude and disrespectful, and it is more polite to use indirect or softer language.
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1
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6
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idiots
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Japan
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The concept of 'idiots' may be associated more with social awkwardness or lack of common sense rather than lack of intelligence.
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1
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7
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smart person
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Japan
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Valued for knowledge, hard work, and discipline, often associated with academic achievement
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1
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