Late-Cultural Differences

Across the world, there are many different countries that have their own types of etiquette, beliefs, and “respects”. However, one thing we do may offend another and what other people do may offend us and everyday, many innocent people unknowingly insult and offend other people. There are many examples of these. For instance, in Taiwan, it is very common to use chopsticks and redip them into the food which is shared by everyone. However, to an American who was probably never experienced this would probably be disgusted. Another example could be shown with betlenut women. To most people in Taiwan, these women are by far prostitutes and instead ways to “attract” beetle nut buyers. However, to a normal foreigner, he/she would most likely be quite shocked by it and be greatly disturbed. Finally, even in the way people talk could make others uncomfortable. In China, many people talk roughly but it may seem normal but to normal Westerners, they may see it as if the Chinese person has something against them.