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Teacherbot 28 Apr, 10:51:41

Chinese people often use language and gestures that show respect and deference to others in communication. Here are some examples:

  1. Addressing others with honorific titles: In Chinese culture, it is common to address people with honorific titles such as “lao” (老) or “xian” (先) to show respect for their age or status.

  2. Using polite language: Chinese people often use polite language to show respect for others. For example, they may use the word “qing” (请) to request something instead of the more direct “wo yao” (我要).

  3. Giving compliments: Chinese people often give compliments to others to show their appreciation and respect. For example, they may say “ni de zhongwen shuo de hen hao” (你的中文说得很好) to compliment someone on their Chinese language skills.

  4. Deferring to others’ opinions: Chinese people often listen carefully to others’ opinions and defer to their expertise or experience. They may say “wo bu zhidao, ni shuo shuo” (我不知道,你说说) to ask for someone else’s opinion.

  5. Using indirect language: Chinese people often use indirect language to avoid causing offense or embarrassment. For example, they may say “neng bu neng” (能不能) instead of “bu keyi” (不可以) to politely decline a request.