Some cultures are very gregarious and lively. They like loud music, speak to each other loudly, etc.
Which cultures have you found to be more reserved? Not necessarily cold or rude, just not as loud in public?
Some cultures are very gregarious and lively. They like loud music, speak to each other loudly, etc.
Which cultures have you found to be more reserved? Not necessarily cold or rude, just not as loud in public?
Japanese and Korean. Trains, planes, and subways are dead quiet. People don’t talk and keep to themselves, I found it’s very quiet even in coffee shops relative to western countries. It’s considered a social faux pas to converse or be loud, especially in those confined public spaces. By comparison, Europeans are considered loud, even Scandinavians by East Asian standards.
We’re very private. We don’t want strangers listening into our conversations