...Language and Culture Differences in cultural language: what is the significance and how does it affect the world? As the world becomes more interconnected by technological advances, the need for interpersonal communication among different cultures has become evidently clear. It is quite obvious that one's culture affects almost all of one's communication behaviors. In “Language Reflects Culture,” and article written by Margaret Cote, she states that “language determines the way a person views the world” (Cote, 1985). She writes about how the Indian people view their surroundings differently than English speaking people. Cote goes on to make a personal statement as to how she sees the world in two different ways, depending on the language she is speaking. In this paper I will discuss how behavior and attitudes are determined by the language one speaks and how language reflects a culture. When considering attitudes and behaviors, one's culture can determine the way an individual processes information and how they cope with reality. Within every culture, frames of reference differ when it comes to concepts and objects. The meaning of a particular word partly depends on the culture's historical relation to the concept or object described. As Margaret Cote states in her article, the Saulteaux people are particular in their usage of the words. Such example would be with the usage of we and you. Their usage of these words are reflective of whether or not they are being...
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...1. Culture a. Cultural barriers to effective communication Effective communication with people of different cultures is especially challenging. Cultures provide people with ways of thinking--ways of seeing, hearing, and interpreting the world. Thus the same words can mean different things to people from different cultures, even when they talk the "same" language. When the languages are different, and translation has to be used to communicate, the potential for misunderstandings increases. Stella Ting-Toomey describes three ways in which culture interferes with effective cross-cultural understanding. First is what she calls "cognitive constraints." These are the frames of reference or world views that provide a backdrop that all new information is compared to or inserted into. Second are "behavior constraints." Each culture has its own rules about proper behavior which affect verbal and nonverbal communication. Whether one looks the other person in the eye-or not; whether one says what one means overtly or talks around the issue; how close the people stand to each other when they are talking--all of these and many more are rules of politeness which differ from culture to culture. Ting-Toomey's third factor is "emotional constraints." Different cultures regulate the display of emotion differently. Some cultures get very emotional when they are debating an issue. They yell, they cry, they exhibit their anger, fear, frustration, and other feelings openly. Other...
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...Yuchen Xiao Comp 099 Critical Essay #1 February 8,2016 Language Culture Min-Zhan Lu in “From Silence to Words,” describe the struggle she faced speaking english when she grew up in China, and how she learn English under China Culture Revolution. She was so upset that she can not use english at school, and she feels she cannot write without the influences of her language and culture at home. Lu believe that one’s writing will not influenced by the outside world, because the opinion must be accurately conveyed. However she let herself to omit these opinions when she writing English. She convey her dismay lose the command of the language. And how to spare “ the language of school” and “ the language of home”. Through the story, she is trying to find her own identity in the China Culture Revolution, in struggle with language. After that, she feel better and even more thankful for the circumstance that her grew up. At the end, She become a teacher and teaches her student English use her experience, let them writing without much struggle. Lu writes, “ This incident confirmed in my mind what my parents had always told me about the importance of English to one’s life”(438). With the globalization process of the economy and the informationalization process of the society, the importance of English is prominent. Due to cultural and linguistic differences between English and Chinese and different in ways of thinking between East and West, a new type of English has created by Chinese...
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...Root LANGUAGE AND CULTURE - eng231-s2014-ol-u-91566.003[->0] Monday, April 7, 2014 Abstract Text messaging is an instantaneous form of device-based communication that shortens the Standard English language and abbreviates sentence structure in an attempt to save time and send a message in a hurry (Pauze 2011). To understand the reasoning behind shortening the English language, in all of it descriptive glory, the scientist must observe the text message as it happens. Watching a man texting is similar to a context whence one can reply the fastest. Quick replies from texts are often demanded and may appear odd in the dialogue between two users if a significant delay is involved! The Standard English language is an intricate language with many multitudes of meaning contained within it, but the means to texting – abbreviation – is not the sign of the end of the Standard English language. The two simply coexist, with one dependent upon the other. Texting and Standard English Language English is now the world wide language of diplomacy, commerce and academia. As such, it deserves simple, unambiguous and well structured rules of grammar and spelling. Something which it does not currently possess. Many variations can be tolerated, but a standard should be adopted. I am English by birth and therefore had the benefit of an English education, thousands of generations of children have learnt English as their native language without too much difficulty. The English language does...
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...Language influences Culture in more ways than one. Language allows us to share perspectives, allows us to plan for the future, and allows us to make goals. By allowing us to do these things, we can redirect our behaviors to fit our cultural needs. We all have our personal points of views, which stem from the ways we were raised and the culture in which we were brought up. At birth we were nothing, unable to speak, untrained beings at the beginning of the world. As our textbook Essentials Of Sociology, 9th Edition, by James M. Henslin states on page 43, "Our words are the embodiment of our experiences, distilled into a readily exchangeable form, one that is mutually understandable to people who have learned that language." Without language, culture could not be formed as we could not present to each other our thoughts and ideas. Language also plays an important role in our future. Not just focusing on the past and the way our culture developed, but the times to come are dependent on our communication. "Without language, how could you ever plan future events?" (Stated in Essentials Of Sociology, 9th Edition, by James M. Henslin, again on page 43) We could convey messages, but agreement and changes in plans would be difficult to communicate without language. Goals and goal-directed behaviors can also be influenced by language. With language, we can also give a purpose for our plans rather than simply communicating the basics. Why are we striving for _____? This question...
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...definition of Language is “a body of words and the systems for their use common to a people who are of the same community or nation, the same geographical area, or the same cultural tradition.” Language can become a sort of barrier between people and different communities. The more languages you know the fewer barriers you have between each other. Globalization has made languages that much more important. Along with Language comes culture, you might know the language but it does not mean you can really fit in to that culture. Within the same language there is different dialects, accents, and traditions. I believe you can learn a lot about a culture through its language. The example that I have experienced has been with the Spanish language. The Spanish that I speak is not the same Spanish as all other Spanish speaking societies. The biggest difference within the language has to do with the variety of cultures. I am from Guatemala, Central America, not the same Spanish as South America (many different Spanish’s there), the Spanish speaking Caribbean Islands and Spain. About a year ago I took a Spanish course in Spain, and that is where I noticed how much the language can vary. There is no “perfect” Spanish, because of the variety of different cultures, Spanish has evolved and has caused this interesting diversity. Because of its vast diversity we can learn about the different cultures. In Spain I learned, just from listening to people conversing, some of the culture there. The culture...
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...Language, Culture, and Behavior Can one’s culture affect their communication behaviors? According to an article by Margaret Cote entitled “Language Reflects Culture”, the answer is yes. She begins by discussing the cultural differences between the Saulteaux Indian language and the English language. She states that “language determines the way a person views the world” and describes how Indian people view things around them differently than English speaking people do (Cote, 1985). She bases this on her personal experience of being fluent in Saulteaux and English and states “I have two different attitudes and even two different personalities, depending on which language I use” (Cote, 1985). In this paper I will discuss how attitudes and behavior are determined by the language one speaks and how language does indeed reflect a culture. Culture is an important in your life because it is a part of who you are. It not only influences your perception of yourself and others, but your perception of everything in life with which you have contact (Hybels & Weaver, 2007). Concepts and objects have frames of reference that differ from culture to culture (Cote, 1985). Many cultures have their own language and therefore, the meaning of a word in one language may not be the same in another. For example, Cote explains that when she returns home the language she speaks and her cultural identity is determined by the topic of the conversation. If she is discussing her personal life...
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...It’s obvious that Quebec culture is very different form Canadian culture. Quebec is a unique culture due to its primary language being French and their history of language and religion. In my essay I’m going to explain the impact of language and religion on the Quebec culture. The differences language has made in the Quebec culture is enormous. Language differentiated the Anglophone and American owners to not unionized French workers. In the reading Canadian Studies in the New Millennium, they show an example of the French/English divide in Canada. Two Solitudes, is a novel about contemporary Montreal and Quebec. It shows how the literacy and pop culture of both languages are the parallel, yet rarely expressed as together in film, literature...
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...1) The Spanish title of the essay allowed me to believe that this essay will have some connection with the Spanish language or the Hispanic culture. When we translate the title of the essay it means “I can speak Spanish.”. Therefore, I thought it will be about her frustration and journey of learning a new language, or fitting into the Hispanic culture. Reading the essay further reviled that not knowing Spanish or having the Spanish accent made it easier for her to fit in with the students in her school, but my first thought about the essay was not relevant to any part of the essay. 2) Beginning the essay with this anecdote allows the reader to know this essay could be about someone’s journey and frustration about learning Spanish. It interested...
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...Second language students of ASL must learn the distinction between the ability to communicate in a language and the ability to interpret between two languages and two cultures. (pg. 113) Many foreign language teachers believe that it is important to spend several years abroad, not only to perfect their language skills, but also to get to know native users of the language. (pg.115) Accuracy is not considered important unless errors interfere with communication. (pg.119) When I read this, I didn’t think that you have to be aware culture. Second language students of ASL are necessary for them to communicate effectively. They must learn how to communicate in two or more languages through the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills enables them to understand, appreciate and interact with other languages and cultures. And also learning a second language makes students better learners. I think it’s interesting quote about different cultural perspectives. I think that there are always some reasons that can lead to abandoning studying a language in English for me. Eventually, I never quitting English but I’m learning in ASL, SEE and PSE. I can communicate with hearing people in English easily. It’s unnecessary to try to learn my rough language. My English is not always perfectly. That’s my first language in ASL. Hearing people who learn from hearing people are not getting the full benefit of learning a language from a native Deaf signer. Students...
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...(TPR) Community Language Learning (CLL) 1.6 Suggestopedia (Suggestology) 1.7 Communicative Approach 1.8 Natural Approach 1.9 Emotional-semantic method 2. Theoretical aspect of effective methods of teaching 2.1 The bases of teaching a foreign language 2.2 Effective ways and techniques of teaching a foreign language 2.2.1 Constructivist teaching strategies 2.2.2 Communicative Teaching Method 2.2.3 Using project method in teaching a foreign language 2.2.4 The method of debates 2.2.5 Games 2.2.6 Role plays as a method of teaching 2.3 Methodological principles of modern methods of teaching 2.4 Practical aspect of ways of teaching 3. Comparative characteristics of modern techniques of teaching English 3.1 Features of techniques 3.1.1 Communicative method 3.1.2 Project methodology 3.1.3 Intensive method 3.1.4 Activity Based method 3.2 Similarities of methods 3.3 Positive and negative aspects of techniques Conclusion Bibliography Appendix Introduction Language teaching came into its own as a profession in the last century. Central to this process was the emergence of the concept of methods of language teaching. The method concept in language teaching—the notion of a systematic set of teaching practices based on a particular theory of language and language learning—is a powerful one, and the quest for better methods preoccupied teachers and applied linguists throughout the 20th century. Howatt (1984) documents the history of changes in language teaching throughout...
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...My Reaction Paper On The Interrelationship Of Language and Culture What is Language? What is Culture? How are language and culture interrelated? Language as one element of culture has a very important role in human life. Language allows a person communicating with others in meeting their needs. Thus, it can be said is the main function of language as a communication tool. This does not mean that the language has only one function. Another function is as a tool to express self-expression, a tool to make integration and social adaptation, as well as a tool to hold social control. (Keraf, 1980: 3) Culture is the whole communication system that binds and allows operation of a set of people called the public. Thus culture can be defined as a "system of rules of communication and interaction that allows a society occurs, preserved, and preserved" Culture that gives meaning to all business and human movements. (Nababan, 1984: 49) The verbal expression of culture is language as culture is the idea, custom and beliefs of a community with a distinct language that includes semantics which is everything that the speakers in a certain community can think about and every way they do things. In other words, every community with different culture has a different language. Although language and culture are not inseparable basically, it is easy to understand language has a specific culture's method of expressing ideas. Verbal language which can also be via signs and symbols or via hand...
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...The world is full of beautiful places, wonderful people, and interesting cultures. As I have grown older and become a more educated, cultured individual, I long to travel the world, to see these astounding things, and to learn everything I can from my experiences. Over the past few years, I have tried to become as knowledgeable in other countries and cultures as I could. I have been taking French Language and Culture since my eighth grade year of school. I have had a previous pen pal in Spain. My church youth group and I participated in a PRISM (Pittsburgh Regional International Student Ministries) dinner, where we served dinner to the students participating in this program. Through this night, I met many individuals of many cultures, and became...
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...The Language and Culture of the Accountant, Auditor and Forensic Accountant Jerry Brockman Davenport University Abstract The overall purpose of this Professional Language and Culture report is to detail the accountant’s communication style and culture, as well as, their specialized language. The report begins with a brief discussion of the origin of accounting, as well as, the distinction between bookkeeping and accounting. Additionally, an examination of the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) provides insight into the culture, ethical values and professional standards of accountants. Other areas of discussion in this report are the voice and tone used in various forms of communication by the accountant. Also, included in this report is an excerpt from an interview of an accounting professional as well as an example from a journal article. These artifacts will provide the reader with examples of the mind-set and communication style of the accountant. Finally, this report concludes with an examination of the auditor’s as well as the forensic accountant’s culture and communication style. Table of Contents Contents Abstract 2 Table of Contents 3 Accounting has been around for centuries.. 4 Professional Standards and Ethics 4 Culture of Professional Standards 5 Language of Business 6 Voice and Tone 6 Specialized Areas of Accounting 7 Communication 8 Forensic Accounting 8 Communication 9 Conclusion 9 References 11 Appendix A 13 Appendix...
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...The movie “El Norte “is the one of the most successful and influential movies to represent the immigrants state. Director Gregory Nava’s gives the story of Guatemalan siblings Rosa and Enrique’s journey in a melodramatic way. The movie is divided to three main parts, Guatemala, Mexico and United States. The story of Rosa and Enrique’s shows us community, the power of language and culture in different countries. The story begins in Guatemala; it shows the happy family life which Rosa and Enrique have. Their family friends are visiting and they are talking about the life in United States. Rosa’s godmother says she has been reading Good Housekeeping magazines for ten years but she could not dare to go to El Norte. They are dressing colorful traditional Guatemalan costumes and appreciate their traditional music which is playing on the street. Their father Arturo is working as a coffee picker when he leaves home to attend a meeting against the unfair working conditions, Enrique runs after him to stop his father. Enrique asks his father not to go to the meeting because his mom was afraid that he will get in to trouble. Arturo said” I am afraid too but we can’t go this way we have to fight for our land”. The message that director wants to give us is in the Arturo’s statement to his son, “Poor have a heart and soul we try to teach this to rich too“. Arturo was honest man who was after his rights. Their father was killed terribly, so their life totally had been changed. Enrique was...
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