Lost in Translation
The circumstances, situational factors and background conditions that are needed to understand the meaning of a discussion or phrase
Context
In many Asian cultures, this gesture is used as a greeting and goodbye
Bowing
This communication style means saying exactly what you mean in a clear and direct way.
Direct Communication
Speaking louder when someone does not understand your language is never helpful and usually comes off as
Disrespectful/Rude
This term describes a situation where a disagreement appears real, but is actually caused by misunderstanding
Pseudo Conflict
An established, coherent set of beliefs, attitudes, values, and traditions, shared by a large group of people
Culture
This communication style is short and literal, where info is conveyed plainly through words rather than context or cues
Low-Context Communication
Listening carefully and nodding your head while someone speaks is considered this positive listening style
Active listening
Informal words/phrases like 'lit' or 'chopped' are considered this, and may not exist in other cultures
Slang
The belief that one's own culture is superior to others
Ethnocentrism
Which communication style might say ‘maybe’ instead of ‘no’?
Indirect communication
This term involves oversimplified ideas about a group of people, often leading to unfair assumptions
Stereotypes
A sentence that sounds polite in one language but comes across as rude in another due to difference in tone is simply a
Misinterpretation/ Misunderstanding
In this type of culture, personal independence and individual achievement are valued more than working together
Individualistic Culture
This communication style relies heavily on context and nonverbal cues rather than just words
High-Context Communication
This attitude is a mindset that expresses an openness and appreciation for cultural diversity, acknowledging that not just one culture has all the answers
World-Mindedness
This 2 word phrase refers to the inabality to communicate properly due to speaking with different language/translation
Language barrier
This type of culture prioritizes group/collective harmony, family ties and community needs over individual desires
Collectivist Culture
This communication style means hinting or implying meaning instead of directly stating it
Indirect Communication
Being aware of your own cultural biases before interacting openly with others is known as this trait
Self-Awareness