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4: Verbal Processes in Intercultural Communication
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4.1: Language and Culture
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The text explores the intricate relationship between language and culture, and how language shapes communication and thought. It delves into linguistics, the study of language structure and its variations, and discusses how languages evolve and differ across cultures. The text highlights the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis, suggesting that language influences perception and thought.
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4.2: Moving Between Languages
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The text discusses the growing linguistic complexity resulting from globalization, migration, and social media, highlighting the rise of bilingualism and multilingualism within families and societies. It explores bilingualism's cognitive benefits and linguistic proficiency levels, as well as the varying use of languages in multilingual societies. It also examines second language acquisition challenges, emphasizes sociocognitive approaches, and discusses English as a global language.
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4.3: Variations in Communication Styles
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Language is deeply rooted in culture, impacting how communication is interpreted across different cultures. Cultural nuances influence routines such as greetings and offer meanings, often leading to misunderstandings in intercultural interactions. Various communication styles exist, such as high/low context, direct/indirect, and elaborate/understated. These styles reflect cultural values and expectations.