Cultural differences between China and BritainPPT
Language and communicationVerbal communicationIn Chinesepunctuation marks are...
Language and communicationVerbal communicationIn Chinesepunctuation marks are less important than in English. Chinese sentences often lack punctuation marks such as commas, semicolons, and question marks. Chinese also tends to use a more condensed sentence structure, often with multiple ideas and clauses combined into a single sentenceEnglish sentences are usually more complex and use punctuation marks to separate ideas and clauses. English also tends to use a more formal sentence structureNonverbal communicationIn Chinaeye contact is considered important in business and social situations, while in Britain, it is not always necessary to maintain eye contactChinese culture encourages nodding the head to show agreement or approvalwhile in Britain, nodding the head may be seen as negative or skepticalBritish people tend to use more indirect body languagesuch as shrugging shoulders to show uncertainty, while in China, more direct body language is used to express emotions and ideasCommunication stylesChinese culture tends to use more direct communicationexpressing opinions and emotions directly and openly. British culture, on the other hand, tends to use more indirect communication, avoiding direct confrontation and saving faceBritish people often use polite language and euphemisms to express their ideaswhile in China, more direct language is usedSocial etiquette and valuesHierarchy and respectIn Chinathere is a strong hierarchical culture, with great respect for age, experience, and seniority. Younger people are expected to show deference to their elders and superiorsIn Britainhierarchy is also present, but it is not as pronounced as in China. Respect is still shown for elders and superiors, but it is not as strictly defined or expectedPrivacy and personal spaceIn Chinathere is a strong emphasis on collectivism and social harmony. Privacy is not highly valued, and personal space may be invaded in order to promote social unity and cohesionIn Britainprivacy and personal space are highly valued. People expect to be able to maintain some degree of privacy in their personal lives and social interactionsTimekeeping and punctualityIn Chinatimekeeping is not always strict or exact. Punctuality is considered important for social appointments, but lateness is often tolerated as a sign of respect for the hostIn Britaintimekeeping is considered important for social and business appointments. Punctuality is expected, and lateness is considered disrespectful