concept   attention
culture   United States
statement   In the United States, giving undivided attention during conversations is considered polite and respectful.

9 similar statements
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 attention United States Giving undivided attention during conversations is considered polite and respectful. 1
2 attention United States It is polite to give full attention when someone is speaking, including maintaining eye contact and not interrupting. 1
3 conversation interruption US Considered rude and disrespectful, especially in formal settings 1
4 interrupt United States Interrupting someone during a conversation is considered rude and disrespectful. 1
5 interrupt United States Interrupting someone during a conversation is often seen as rude and disrespectful. 1
6 interrupt United States Interrupting someone during a conversation is often considered rude and disrespectful. 1
7 interrupt United States Interrupting someone during a conversation is often seen as rude or disrespectful. 1
8 pause United States Taking a pause during a conversation to gather one's thoughts is considered polite and respectful. 1
9 pause United States Taking a pause during a conversation or presentation is seen as a sign of thoughtfulness and attentiveness. 1