Communication among cultures
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How and in what ways do cultures communicate differently? Does it make a difference in the workplace? What are ways in which possible situations can be ameliorated?
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How and in what ways do cultures communicate differently is determined.
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Cultures communicate differently due to wide range of factors. First of all, differences in communication arise due to different languages. People from different culture use different languages and thus, lack of knowledge about proper translation or interpretation of other language can lead to differences in understanding. Even if people from different culture are saying the same thing using their language, it can lead to misunderstandings and confusions due to lack of knowledge about each other's language. The same words can be interpreted in different manner by people from different cultures, even when they talk in the same language.
Another factor that causes differences in communication among people from ...
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