Culture can affect how people communicate in different ways. For example, it may affect communication styles in aspects such as phrases, words, gestures, and languages used. Culture can also affect how people deliver information and their attitudes towards conflict.
In some African cultures we also find communication through music, body adornment, or decorations on everyday objects. African gestures are distinct ways to communicate thoughts and feelings without words. These gestures can be quiet and illusive, or vibrant and confident. The body is used to carry important messages in a complex language. Certain gestures show solidarity and recognize ties that bind African together as members of a family or community, and as a people with shared experiences.
Non-Verbal Communication play a significant role in African cultures. Pay attention to body language, gestures, and facial expressions. Maintain eye contact without being overly assertive, use appropriate handshakes, and be aware of personal space boundaries.
Culture specifies how to participate in a conversation through various norms and expectations. In Bangladesh, culture significantly influences how people participate in conversations. Communication styles are often characterized by politeness, indirectness, and respect for hierarchy. For example, when addressing someone, individuals often use titles like “Bhai” (brother) or “Apu” (sister) to show respect, especially towards older or senior individuals. Respect for elders and authority figures is paramount. Additionally, non-verbal communication, such as facial expressions and body language, plays a crucial role. Communication in Bangladesh is characterized by a blend of politeness, indirectness, and respect for hierarchy, reflecting the cultural values and norms of the society.
My culture places value on several conversational norms, such as active listening, taking turns to speak, maintaining eye contact, and showing interest through verbal cues like nodding and affirmations like “uh-huh” or “I see.” Additionally, people in my culture tend to appreciate directness, honesty, and clarity in communication, avoiding ambiguity or beating around the bush. These norms contribute to effective and respectful dialogue within my culture..
Every culture has its own expectations in how individuals shoulf participate in conversations. In my culture individuals are to be expected to take turns speaking without interrupting one another, also saying greetings such as good morning are also expected before starting a conversation. Additionally, the use of direct or indirect communication styles can vary widely from culture to culture. Some culturess are straightforward when conversating, while others prefer more subtle, indirect forms of expression that rely on context and nuance to convey meaning.
There are several ways my culture specifies how I should participate in conversation. One of them being no interruption. When two people are speaking, the best thing you can do is listen until it is your turn. I was also taught never to use abbreviations when talking to someone. Shortening what you have to say just shows you don’t care enough to carry this conversation with me. For many others it can be different, however this is how my culture specifies how we should participate in conversations. Most cultures use their hands to communicate, writings, and even body language. Some are direct or even indirect. In my culture we use our hands as a form of expression. How we were raised and as well as our culture, plays an impact on how we participate in conversation.
There are various ways my culture is specific with how we participate in conversation with one another. My culture displays active listening skills, eye contact, as well as providing greetings with respect before a person speaks and allowing them the space to speak freely. In Haitian culture, we showcase our active listening skills by providing reassurance and understanding with head nods, heart felt smiles, even saying “Oui” (French for Yes) while engaging in the conversation, which states they have your undivided attention. Eye contact is used to maintain the concentration and focus while displaying confidence in what is being said/heard. Cheek kissing, handshakes, hugs are all ways my culture displays respect to a person before they participate in conversation. It’s a big display of respect to acknowledge the persons and understand there is a level of respect between one another before a conversation can begin, which is taught from youth which then translates as we grow. These various practices are ways my culture specifies how we participate in conversation.
Culture plays a significant role in the how we communicate with others. Due to culture, it is how we act and position ourselves in society to be deemed as not an embarrassment to our culture/beliefs. Listening skills, body language, tone of voice are some aspects on how we participate in conversations.
In my culture (Caribbean/ South American) we specify a number of ways on how we should participate in conversations. Some of these are, greeting someone as you enter their home, taking your shoes off at the door and not talking back to your parents/grandparents especially using profanity or a loud tone of voice.
Furthermore, one conversational style/custom that I find interesting is calling someone your “aunt” or “uncle” even if the person is directly not. This is due to the persons age and being respectful to the person as they have a close relationship with you although they are not sometimes biological family.
Conversation participation in Puerto Rican culture is frequently characterized by friendliness, expressiveness, and a strong feeling of community. The emphasis on forming personal ties is an important component. Depending on the situation and degree of familiarity, people will frequently greet each other with embraces, kisses, or handshakes. People feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings openly and engage in conversation when they are physically close to each other.
In addition, stories are a fundamental part of Puerto Rican culture, and stories, experiences, and family histories are frequently discussed in talks. In addition to providing entertainment, this oral tradition protects cultural legacy and promotes a feeling of identification and belonging. In order to create a dynamic and interactive exchange, actively participating in storytelling entails sharing one’s own experiences as well as actively listening to and interacting with the narratives of others.
Additionally, a fundamental component of Puerto Rican culture is respect for elders and other authority figures, which has an impact on conversational dynamics. Although it is encouraged for younger people to voice their thoughts and opinions, it is culturally expected that they do so with respect and concern for the knowledge and experience of previous generations. This takes the form of addressing elders with names like “abuelo” or “abuela” (grandfather or grandmother), and actively seeking out their advice and counsel during conversations.
Culture influences a person’s conversation style in a number of ways. The way that people learn to speak to each other in their home vs the people that live in the general area where one grows up can differ, but typically most people are comfortable conversing with these particular groups. Culture influences different elements of how we speak including slang, vernacular, politeness, how one listens, pronunciation and more. It is a common phenomena that people are less comfortable conversing with strangers that may have different conversational style than what they are used to. The article “New York Jewish Conversational Style” by Deborah Tanner referenced how Jewish people that have New York accents who move away from the city sometimes find it difficult to converse with others due to differences in conversational style, and people tend to draw negative preconceived conclusions about personality traits, skills, and work ethic of people who have strong New York accents.
Culture can influence how a person participates in a conversation. Based on how they were raised, and how their parents influenced their culture and their culture around them. There are many ways we participate in a conversation in Ecuador often beginning with a greeting, politeness, warm communication, and standing close to the person we are speaking to.
My culture in my household taught me to always speak a person politely, if there was anyone older in my household I was to always respect them and never raise my voice to my parents. Culture influences how a person speaks to another, their communication with each other, and how formal they are.
Culture can affect how people communicate in different ways. For example, it may affect communication styles in aspects such as phrases, words, gestures, and languages used. Culture can also affect how people deliver information and their attitudes towards conflict.
In some African cultures we also find communication through music, body adornment, or decorations on everyday objects. African gestures are distinct ways to communicate thoughts and feelings without words. These gestures can be quiet and illusive, or vibrant and confident. The body is used to carry important messages in a complex language. Certain gestures show solidarity and recognize ties that bind African together as members of a family or community, and as a people with shared experiences.
Non-Verbal Communication play a significant role in African cultures. Pay attention to body language, gestures, and facial expressions. Maintain eye contact without being overly assertive, use appropriate handshakes, and be aware of personal space boundaries.
OK, although I think it is important not to confuse gesture with language. While gesture does communicate, it is not language.
Culture specifies how to participate in a conversation through various norms and expectations. In Bangladesh, culture significantly influences how people participate in conversations. Communication styles are often characterized by politeness, indirectness, and respect for hierarchy. For example, when addressing someone, individuals often use titles like “Bhai” (brother) or “Apu” (sister) to show respect, especially towards older or senior individuals. Respect for elders and authority figures is paramount. Additionally, non-verbal communication, such as facial expressions and body language, plays a crucial role. Communication in Bangladesh is characterized by a blend of politeness, indirectness, and respect for hierarchy, reflecting the cultural values and norms of the society.
This is a very interesting contribution. Thank you!
My culture places value on several conversational norms, such as active listening, taking turns to speak, maintaining eye contact, and showing interest through verbal cues like nodding and affirmations like “uh-huh” or “I see.” Additionally, people in my culture tend to appreciate directness, honesty, and clarity in communication, avoiding ambiguity or beating around the bush. These norms contribute to effective and respectful dialogue within my culture..
Thank you.
Every culture has its own expectations in how individuals shoulf participate in conversations. In my culture individuals are to be expected to take turns speaking without interrupting one another, also saying greetings such as good morning are also expected before starting a conversation. Additionally, the use of direct or indirect communication styles can vary widely from culture to culture. Some culturess are straightforward when conversating, while others prefer more subtle, indirect forms of expression that rely on context and nuance to convey meaning.
Very good. Thank you.
There are several ways my culture specifies how I should participate in conversation. One of them being no interruption. When two people are speaking, the best thing you can do is listen until it is your turn. I was also taught never to use abbreviations when talking to someone. Shortening what you have to say just shows you don’t care enough to carry this conversation with me. For many others it can be different, however this is how my culture specifies how we should participate in conversations. Most cultures use their hands to communicate, writings, and even body language. Some are direct or even indirect. In my culture we use our hands as a form of expression. How we were raised and as well as our culture, plays an impact on how we participate in conversation.
I think your comment about abbreviations is interesting and noteworthy.
There are various ways my culture is specific with how we participate in conversation with one another. My culture displays active listening skills, eye contact, as well as providing greetings with respect before a person speaks and allowing them the space to speak freely. In Haitian culture, we showcase our active listening skills by providing reassurance and understanding with head nods, heart felt smiles, even saying “Oui” (French for Yes) while engaging in the conversation, which states they have your undivided attention. Eye contact is used to maintain the concentration and focus while displaying confidence in what is being said/heard. Cheek kissing, handshakes, hugs are all ways my culture displays respect to a person before they participate in conversation. It’s a big display of respect to acknowledge the persons and understand there is a level of respect between one another before a conversation can begin, which is taught from youth which then translates as we grow. These various practices are ways my culture specifies how we participate in conversation.
This is good provided that we remember that the gestures are not language…we would call them para-linguistic, perhaps, but not language…
Culture plays a significant role in the how we communicate with others. Due to culture, it is how we act and position ourselves in society to be deemed as not an embarrassment to our culture/beliefs. Listening skills, body language, tone of voice are some aspects on how we participate in conversations.
In my culture (Caribbean/ South American) we specify a number of ways on how we should participate in conversations. Some of these are, greeting someone as you enter their home, taking your shoes off at the door and not talking back to your parents/grandparents especially using profanity or a loud tone of voice.
Furthermore, one conversational style/custom that I find interesting is calling someone your “aunt” or “uncle” even if the person is directly not. This is due to the persons age and being respectful to the person as they have a close relationship with you although they are not sometimes biological family.
Good contribution. Thank you.
Conversation participation in Puerto Rican culture is frequently characterized by friendliness, expressiveness, and a strong feeling of community. The emphasis on forming personal ties is an important component. Depending on the situation and degree of familiarity, people will frequently greet each other with embraces, kisses, or handshakes. People feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings openly and engage in conversation when they are physically close to each other.
In addition, stories are a fundamental part of Puerto Rican culture, and stories, experiences, and family histories are frequently discussed in talks. In addition to providing entertainment, this oral tradition protects cultural legacy and promotes a feeling of identification and belonging. In order to create a dynamic and interactive exchange, actively participating in storytelling entails sharing one’s own experiences as well as actively listening to and interacting with the narratives of others.
Additionally, a fundamental component of Puerto Rican culture is respect for elders and other authority figures, which has an impact on conversational dynamics. Although it is encouraged for younger people to voice their thoughts and opinions, it is culturally expected that they do so with respect and concern for the knowledge and experience of previous generations. This takes the form of addressing elders with names like “abuelo” or “abuela” (grandfather or grandmother), and actively seeking out their advice and counsel during conversations.
Thank you for this contribution.
Culture influences a person’s conversation style in a number of ways. The way that people learn to speak to each other in their home vs the people that live in the general area where one grows up can differ, but typically most people are comfortable conversing with these particular groups. Culture influences different elements of how we speak including slang, vernacular, politeness, how one listens, pronunciation and more. It is a common phenomena that people are less comfortable conversing with strangers that may have different conversational style than what they are used to. The article “New York Jewish Conversational Style” by Deborah Tanner referenced how Jewish people that have New York accents who move away from the city sometimes find it difficult to converse with others due to differences in conversational style, and people tend to draw negative preconceived conclusions about personality traits, skills, and work ethic of people who have strong New York accents.
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Culture can influence how a person participates in a conversation. Based on how they were raised, and how their parents influenced their culture and their culture around them. There are many ways we participate in a conversation in Ecuador often beginning with a greeting, politeness, warm communication, and standing close to the person we are speaking to.
My culture in my household taught me to always speak a person politely, if there was anyone older in my household I was to always respect them and never raise my voice to my parents. Culture influences how a person speaks to another, their communication with each other, and how formal they are.