China Myth Podcast

Words Matter in China, but HOW?

January 04, 2023 Gene Hsu
China Myth Podcast
Words Matter in China, but HOW?
Show Notes

Words+ Approach in EXACTLY WHAT TO SAY IN CHINA

Why can't Chinese people answer a simple 'Yes' or 'No' question, and what are the downsides when you answer directly with 'Yes' or 'No?'

In this book, we will role-play the most common interactions in China that are likely to veer off course, illuminate common faux pas, examine the cultural factors at play, and develop a Words+ approach.

The Chinese mind is conditioned to leave itself an off-ramp for fear of blame, punishment, or worse. So it is natural in Chinese spoken vernacular to be vague, allowing them to pivot toward a better explanation. A simple counter to this tendency would be direct your query at the explanation rather than the answer. 

Chinese Introductions 自我介绍 SCORECARD
https://youtu.be/ifCw4pYjONA 

OCCAC Meetup Group
https://www.meetup.com/one-china-orange-county/ 

After The Chinese Honeymoon
https://www.genejhsu.com/atchbook

Author Page
https://www.amazon.com/Gene-J.-Hsu/e/B092FYDCN7