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Communication styles

Communication styles refer to the patterns and preferences individuals or cultures have in conveying and interpreting messages. Three common dimensions of communication styles are direct or indirect, high-context or low-context, and individualistic or collectivist. Understanding communication styles helps individuals adapt their approach to different cultural contexts, promoting effective communication, building rapport, and avoiding misunderstandings or misinterpretations.

Dimensions:

  • Direct Communication versus Indirect Communication: Direct communication involves expressing thoughts, opinions, and requests explicitly and straightforwardly. Indirect communication relies more on context, subtlety, and nonverbal cues, often using hints or suggestions.

  • High-Context Communication versus Low-Context Communication: High-context communication uses contextual information, nonverbal cues, shared assumptions, or cultural understanding. Low-context communication uses explicit verbal communication.

  • Individualistic Communication versus Collectivist Communication: Individualistic communication styles emphasize personal goals, independence, and self-expression, often in direct assertive ways. Collectivist communication styles prioritize group harmony, cooperation, and maintaining social relationships.