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Differences Between Chinese Cultures and American CulturesI. General difference
Differences Between Chinese Cultures and American CulturesI. General difference
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2023-12-01
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Differences Between Chinese Cultures and American Cultures
I. General differences
A. History
— China: a traditional centuries-old country
— America: a(n)【T1】_____ nation【T1】______
B. Cultural identity
— China: long endured traditions and customs
— America: a melting pot of cultures
II. Specific differences
A.【T2】_____【T2】______
— China: formal and hierarchical
— America: loose and【T3】_____【T3】______
B. Confrontation/Conflict
— China: avoid direct conflict or confrontation
【T4】_____ and honour to a person are prioritised【T4】______
C. Self
— China: value【T5】_____【T5】______
e.g. willing to【T6】_____ for greater good【T6】______
— America: look more at individualism
D.【T7】_____ and Reputation【T7】______
— China: avoid【T8】_____【T8】______
e.g. sacrifice the job to heal the shame
— America: getting the job done is more important than reputation
E. Business Relations
— China:【T9】_____ comes ahead of business【T9】______
— America business is more important
F. Morals
— China: place high value on morals
late marriage is encouraged
【T10】_____ is discouraged in early adolescence【T10】______
proprieties are expected to be held up
— America more【T11】_____【T11】______
G. Humility
— China humility is considered a(n)【T12】_____【T12】______
— America: successes are lauded; humility is a(n)【T13】_____【T13】______
H. Time Sensitivity
— China view time as a(n)【T14】_____ not an absolute【T14】______
— America: very time sensitive in meetings and【T15】_____【T15】______ [br] 【T9】
Differences Between Chinese Cultures and American Cultures
Good morning, everyone. Today we are going to talk about the major differences between Chinese cultures and American cultures. China is one of those interesting cultures mainly because what we usually know about the country is through movies or local Chinese restaurants. What I’ve learned over the years is that this kind of knowledge is usually useless. So, being an American what do I see as the 8 biggest cultural differences between the two countries? Before I actually dive into the differences, I just want you to know that these differences do not make either culture better or worse than the other one. It just shows their differences which have been created through centuries of history and development. China can trace their traditions and customs for thousands of years.[1]America is still a small baby of a nation that has had very few traditions of its own but has become such a melting pot of cultures that there is almost no specific American culture that can be said to be applied across the board. This makes both cultures unique and worthy of study and respect. With this in mind, let’s begin with the 8 biggest differences.
1.[2]Social Structure. In China the social structure is formal and hierarchical. You know where you fit in the structure and you abide by the rules there. There is no crossing into other areas.[3]In America it is much more loose and informal. It is not uncommon to see those of various social levels socializing and knowing each other. There are very few lines that socially are not allowed to be crossed. This can cause problems in business relationships if the visiting culture is unaware of it.
2. Confrontation/Conflict. If you are planning on conducting business in China or expecting an extended stay, it might be useful to know that the direct way that most Americans approach issues is not the way to go in China. Direct conflict or confrontation over issues is highly frowned upon.[4]Doesn’t matter that the "truth" needs to be spoken, respect and honour to each person replace that. To prove a point and show yourself in the right even over business issues is considered shameful and should be avoided.
3. Self.[5]The Chinese looks more at the group collectivism than at individualism. America has become known for its push of individualism which has been a source of conflict with other cultures that look collectively. A person from China is more prone to look at how their acts affect the whole instead of how it affects them personally.[6]They are more willing to give up and sacrifice for the greater good. America’s individualism has been its backbone and the reason for its success as a world power, but when visiting China it needs to be reined in.
4.[7]Face and Reputation. Reputation of the individual is very important in China[8]If an action will humiliate someone or ruin a reputation, it is avoided. When shame occurs, the person sacrifices his job or whatever it is that will heal the shame. In America, reputations come and go overnight and in the end usually does not matter. The end result is more of the focus. A person is more likely to overlook a reputation to get the job done.
5. Business Relations.[9]When doing business in China, be prepared for much socializing. Business becomes secondary as the parties get to know each better. If it delays a contract, that is perfectly acceptable as long as the correct social time is allotted for. In America, business associates are usually more aloof. There might be some social gathering but the business is more important and the socializing will be sacrificed to get the job done if needed. Though there seems to be shift in America regarding this. The recognition of networking is becoming more pronounced.
6. Morals. Chinese society places high values on the morals of their people. Marriage is not encouraged until the late twenties. In fact,[10]dating is discouraged early in a young adult’s life and proprieties are expected to be held up.[11]The American culture is much more relaxed and some could even argue that there needs to be more morality emphasized.
7. Humility.[12]Humility is a revered virtue in Chinese culture. The success of one’s business or personal life is downplayed while in America the successes are lauded.[13]Most Americans in the fast business world consider humility as a sign of weakness. This can be an issue that hurts inter-cultural relations. Be very sensitive to comments and actions in the presence of another culture.
8. Time Sensitivity. Crossing cultures for business can be frustrating when it interferes with getting the job done.[15]Most Americans are very time sensitive when it comes to meetings and deadlines. If the meeting was to commence at 2:00, then all parties are to be present at that time.[14]The Chinese do not view time as an absolute but more as a suggestion. Concern is not expressed for a meeting starting late or ending at a different time.[15]The same can be applied to deadlines. If a report is due on Friday, an American would be waiting for that report to be received before end of business day. The Chinese would not worry if it showed up several days later.
Ok, today, we’ve taken a brief look at the 8 major differences between the Chinese cultures and the American cultures, which are permeated in the socio-economical aspects of the life. In the next lecture, we will do a case study on the cultural shock experienced by an American in China.
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socializing
解析
本题考查考生的理解与转换能力。原文提到,在中国做生意,要做好应付很多社交活动的心理准备:当双方开始互相认识时,会把谈生意放在第二位。原文as the parties get to know each other就是socializing的同义转换。因此,考生应学会归纳总结,对关键词进行概括转换。
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