Cultures Influencs on Communication Style - 873 Words

Whether we realize it or not, the way that we communicate with others has been a total of all that we have learned and the way that we perceive it. Peoples cultural upbringing conjures up different images, attitudes, and behaviors. Cultural beliefs, values, norms, and practices all influence communication. This analysis will describe examples of how culture’s can influence communication styles and patterns. Of all the worlds living cultures, Greeces is among the most ancient with 98 percent of its population sharing an ethnic identity, as well as a strong Greek Orthodox religious tradition. Cultural beliefs are the commonly held norms and moral standards of a culture, the standards of right and wrong that set expectations for†¦show more content†¦Mexicans are very conscious of their responsibilities to immediate family members and extended family such as cousins and even close friends. In their culture they are always honored to host a celebration or party in their ho me. They want their guest to feel right at home. Unlike in American cultures, their family is not only consisted of a couple and kids but also of any extended family such as cousins and uncles. Mexicans also have a high value for religion with close to 90 percent considered to be Catholic! â€Å"La Virgen de Guadalupe† is traditionally valued in this South American country. She is the patron saint of the country. (Kim Ann Zimmermann, 2013) Unfortunately Machismo is still an ongoing issue in Mexico. Machismo is strong or aggressive masculine pride making this South American country a male centered society. This can create a communication barrier between a husband and wife in the home. â€Å"Norms are the agreed†upon expectations and rules by which a culture guides the behavior of its members in any given situation.† (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2013) According to article blog, â€Å"Cultural norms, traditions, taboos, and superstitions†, in Rwanda it is deem ed inappropriate to eat out in public. Out in public means anywhere in which others may see you, even if it means at a party. When it comes to food, it seems that Rwandans are very particular. Adults generally to do not eat sweets