concept   direct
culture   Eastern countries
statement   Indirect communication is preferred in Eastern countries, as being overly direct is considered rude.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 direct Eastern countries Directly expressing disagreement or criticism may be considered impolite or confrontational, and indirect communication is often preferred. 1
2 direct Eastern countries Being overly direct or blunt in communication is often considered rude and may cause discomfort in social interactions. 1