中美对待赞美的不同之处详解.ppt

The differences of compliment between China and USA Part1. the different functions of compliment Part 2. the different compliment giving Part 3. the different compliment response Part 1 Functions of compliment Simple VS Complex In most of the time, we get compliments and give compliments. Interestingly, different countries have different kinds of ways to praise others. Now let us have a look at the different functions of compliments between China and USA. In China To make others feel good for the traditional pursuit of harmonious. To show one’s appreciation on something To try to make use of certain people Chinese compliments don’t emphasize on negotiating solidarity while American really do. Research shows that only 5% of Chinese believe that compliments are necessary in achieving a balanced relationship. In the US To express goodwill, solidarity and encouragement. Moreover, Americans are also good at greeting people, expressing thanks and getting over embarrassment through compliments. Case1 greeting people (A boss meets his young female employee in the morning.) A: Well, you look good today. You have such nice clothes. B: Thank you. I have had this for a while. Case 2 expressing thanks A: Thanks for the Christmas present you sent me. It’s so nice and just what I needed. B: I’m glad you like it. Case3 getting over embarrassment. (Two friends decide to make up after a quarrel. One comes to the apartment of the other.) A: Hi, Gali. How are you? B:OK. How are you ? A: I’m fine. (pause) B: Oh, this vase is really pretty. When did you get it? A typical example A: American B: Chinese A: I really like your scarf! B: Ooh no, it’s nothing. A: No, I really like it. B: It’s not new but. A: I still like it anyway. B: ……(smiles) A: Uh…… are you going to a class? analyze In this conversation, both speakers carry out the talking from their own culture. Then it leads to a communicative cultural gap. So why did it happen ??? compliment giving Part