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Utilizing the `self-OTHER' perspective as a conceptual foundation, the authors portray and interpret some of the distinctive communication practices in Chinese culture. They examine how self-conception, role and hierarchy, relational dynamics and face affect ways of conducting everyday talk in Chinese culture. They explain why miscommunication between Chinese and North Americans takes place and suggest ways to improve communication. By incorporating instances of everyday talk, the authors offer a realistic and clear illustration of the specific characteristics and functions of Chinese communication, as well as problematic areas of Chinese//North American encounters.
Chinese Personal Relationship Development Processes
Chinese Personal Relationship Development Processes
| A: | I'm so glad that Xiao Mei is going to marry Chen Yuan. |
| B: | Chen Yuan? The youngest son of Mr. Chen? |
| A: | Yes. Mr. Chen has been so good to us over the years. We owe him a lot. Unfortunately, we haven't been able to pay him back. |
| B: | Oh, you don't need to worry about that now. The Chens will be your in-laws. So tell me how this marriage thing came about. |
| A: | You know Xiao Mei and Chen Yuan played together when they were small, but they had their own friends after they started school. About two years ago, they started to have good feelings toward each other and they have been together ever since. |
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