concept   directness
culture   South Korea
statement   South Korean culture values indirect communication for harmony and politeness, disapproving of confrontational directness.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 contact Korea Physical contact, especially in public spaces, is generally avoided and considered inappropriate, with communication often being more reserved and indirect. 1
2 contact South Korea Exchanging business cards is a formal ritual with specific etiquette, such as presenting and receiving the card with both hands. 1
3 contact South Korea Bow greetings are a common form of contact in business and social situations, often accompanied by exchanging business cards. 1
4 direct Korea Indirect communication is often preferred to maintain harmony and avoid confrontation. 1
5 direct South Korea Being overly direct can be considered rude or disrespectful, and indirect communication is often preferred. 1
6 directness Korea Sometimes seen as confrontational or rude 1
7 directness South Korea Can be perceived as lacking in diplomacy or politeness 1
8 referral South Korea Referrals are less common as the hierarchical structure and formal application processes are typically followed for job or service recommendations. 1
9 referral South Korea Referrals are important for personal relationships and social interactions, often used to establish trust and connections within tight-knit communities. 1
10 solicitation South Korea Solicitation, especially for commercial purposes, is generally considered intrusive and unwelcome, and people are less likely to engage with or respond to unsolicited marketing efforts. 1
11 solicitation South Korea Considered impolite and intrusive, as personal boundaries and privacy are highly valued 1