How to Communicate Effectively with Foreigners: 3

Author: (Canada) Shuler, He Zhen
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
Features: Different cultures have varying values and concepts. Even in terms of language expression and application, it is not possible to translate and transform between cultures in a one-to-one manner. At the same time, under the influence of different cultures, people have formed distinct principles for behavior and preferences for what they like and dislike. For example, Chinese people and some overseas Chinese take pride in being descendants of the dragon. "Dragon and phoenix auspiciousness, wishing for sons to become dragons" are blessings and ideals of auspiciousness and beauty in real life. However, in traditional Western culture, especially in religious-related legends, dragons are often symbols of evil and targets to be eliminated by knights. Of course, the image of the dragon has gradually become neutralized in the West, and more and more Westerners are beginning to like dragons. For example, the author Linda is very fascinated by various legends of Chinese dragons, including the five colors and nine postures of the dragon.