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It usually takes way more time for westerners to say "I love you" in romantic relationships, compared to Koreans. While Americans easily say "I love you" to family members, friends, or even acquaintance they just met, saying it to lovers means they are ready for a deeper and often serious relationship. Therefore, if you said "I love you" to your American girlfriend on the first official date, you could be considered as a gay who treats love lightly.

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In Korea, we don't have a tipping culture as the service charge is already included in the price of food. In contrast, a majority of American restaurants require us to tip about 15% for an average meal at a sit-down restaurant.

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In Korean culture, the use of "우리" is common and reflects a sense of shared identity and collectivism. However, it can lead to significant cultural misunderstandings for Americans. For example, the phrase "our husband" might be interpreted literally, suggesting a scenario of shared or communal marriage.

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싱가포르

홍콩

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대한민국 영국

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In Australia customer service is characterized as friendly and relaxed while in south korea customer service is characterized quick and efficient.

with these characteristic Australia communicates with guests and south korea process them quickly.

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Dining Culture

In South Korea, people share side dishes at the table, while in Canada, people usually have their own plates. Canadians often eat simple meals or fast food.

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In Korea, fashion often considers others’ perceptions, leading people to dress in a safe, understated style. In contrast, Americans prioritize personal expression, dressing freely according to their unique style.

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Korea’s "빨리 빨리" culture emphasizes speed and efficiency, expecting quick responses in nearly all areas of life, from work to everyday interactions. In contrast, Americans generally feel less pressure to rush, which may lead to misunderstandings across these cultural expectations.

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In Korea, compliments are often modestly downplayed, reflecting humility. In contrast, Americans accept praise openly, valuing self-confidence and direct acknowledgment of personal achievements.

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In Korea, students often prioritize university entrance, investing significant effort into academic success. In contrast, American students engage more in extracurricular activities, pursuing personal interests like arts and sports alongside academics.

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In Korean culture, humility and modesty are highly valued traits, so it's common for a Korean host to say "차린 건 없지만 많이 드세요". However, this phrase can lead to cultural misunderstandings for Americans who value directness and sincerity. They might take the statement literally and be confused or surprised when they see a table full of food.

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Korean work dinners focus on team bonding with frequent gatherings, often involving drinking and implied participation, while American work dinners are voluntary, respecting personal time and boundaries.

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Gun possession is illegal in Korea. But the Philippines is a country where guns are allowed to be used, guards carry guns with live bullets and check people's luggage. Don't be afraid, You can think of them as safe with them.

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Because you are a foreigner, there are cases where you ask for a higher amount than the meter. In addition, there are cases where the meter is turned off at all, so when you take a taxi, you first ask to turn on the meter.Korean taxis are always equipped with meters and card payments.

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Philippine toilets don't have a cover. Because Filipinos think the cover is unsanitary. And it is said that there are people who steal the cover and It is said that plastic is expensive.but in Korea It's hard to find a place without a toilet cover.

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There is no middle school in the Philippines, and it is a 10th grade system from elementary school to high school. And you can go to college right away.Korea attends three years of middle school and three years of high school

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In the Philippines, you have to go to the post office to pick up the package yourself. And if you find it late, you have to pay a separate storage fee. Korea has a well-developed delivery culture and even day delivery.

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In Australia people drive on the left while in south korea people drive on the right.

Because of this difference you need to look to the right, not the left when crossing the street

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In Australia the number of floors in a building is counted differently from south korea.

What is called the first floor in south korea is called the ground floor in Australia

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Both Canada and Australia value personal space and privacy, but Canadians tend to maintain slightly more physical distance in interactions. Australians are generally relaxed about personal space but still respect boundaries.

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Fashion and Appearance

In Canada, people dress casually and value individuality. In South Korea, people pay more attention to fashion and appearance, often following the latest trends.

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Korea consists of 6 years of elementary school, 3 years of middle school, and 3 years of high school, and 12 years from elementary school to high school are compulsory education.
The U.K. consists of six years of primary school and five years of secondary education, after which two years of further education, called "Sixth Form" or "College," receive higher education.

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Outdoor Activities

Canada has a lot of nature, so people like to camp, hike, and ski. In South Korea, people also like outdoor activities, but they often meet indoors or at cafes.

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In Korea, it is often considered polite to eat quietly during a meal, and conversations are made between family and close friends
In the U.K., conversations are active during meals. It is common to enjoy the atmosphere while having a meal, talking about things that are appropriate to the topic, and conversations are considered an important part of a meal

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Concepts of justice is different from Canada and Australia

Canada has a little of concepts of justice but Australia has a large extent of justice because it shows

beautiful social communitiy

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Greeting Styles

In Canada, people greet each other with a handshake or a light hug. In South Korea, bowing is a common greeting, and handshakes or hugs happen mostly with close people.

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In Korea, people often use indirect expressions rather than direct expression of gratitude, and depending on the situation, they use expressions such as "thank you" and "thank you."
They often use expressions of appreciation such as "Thank you" or "Thanks" and tend to express appreciation in various situations and in their daily lives, so they naturally give "Thank you" to small favors or help.

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Individual vs Group

In Canada, people think more about themselves and their own choices. In South Korea, people think more about family, school, and group harmony.

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One thing that is different in Australia from south korea is that you press the traffic light button.

In Australia you press the button even if you have to wait

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One thing that is different in Australia than in south korea is that voltage is different. Australia uses 240 voltage and south korea uses 220 voltage

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In Korea, alcohol is easily available in nearby marts, but Australia is not available in marts. And while Korea usually enjoys drinking culture in the evening, Australia usually enjoys it in the morning.

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Korea is highly accessible because KTX and subway buses are well developed when traveling between regions, but Australia is sometimes traveling by plane due to the long distance between large cities.

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Korea has a manufacturing and export-oriented economic structure, while Australia has economic characteristics from mineral resources and agricultural production, so the service industry and agriculture have developed

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Korea has four distinct seasons, and summer is very hot , and it rains a lot, and Australia is located in the southern hemisphere, so most of them are very hot and dry, so there are many fire accidents

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Korea is developing laws and perceptions about animal protection, but Austalia has a more systematic and rigorous approach to ecosystem protection and animal welfare management.

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Australia do not shop late in the evening, unlike koreans. Especially on weekends, stores close in time for office workers to get off work or earlier than weekdays

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In Korea, it is common to make an appointment and plan in advance, and it is common to set a schedule in advance rather than an immediate meeting, and it is common to fix a schedule a few days in advance for important appointments
People in the UK also value prior appointments, but impromptu encounters are relatively common among close friends and family.

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Both Canada and Australia highly value literacy, but Canada tends to emphasize reading comprehension and critical thinking more strongly. Australia also values literacy but often focuses on practical skills alongside comprehension.

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It's natural to be 30 minutes late in the Philippines to the point where there's a saying that it's Philippine time. Rather, it is not polite to arrive early at the appointment place. Before Korean had a Korean time, too

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In Korea, bowing down is an important way to express respect and courtesy, and bowing down deeply is considered traditional manners, especially when meeting an adult or superior
In the UK, instead of bowing down or greeting, we say a lot of greetings, such as smiling and nodding lightly.

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In the Philippines, you have to get permission from your parents to date. Usually, men get permission before women. Even if you're in a relationship, you have to let them know early.

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Korean office workers are paid as regular salaries, but Australian office workers are often paid weekly or bimonthly, unlike korea. So, card payments are also paid on a weekly basis.

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In Canada, particularly is highly valued as a sign of respect

Being on time is important in both professional and social settings

and in Australia, punctuality is very important as much as work and life balance

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In the Philippines, there is a separate snack time, so I like sweet foods and there are many fried foods and meat dishes, so it is high in calories

There are also many fruits, so fruits such as lime are added to the food because they enjoy the sour taste.

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The word that Filipinos think is most valuable is family. That's why family friendship and unity are the top priority. Therefore, if a reason such as tardiness is related to family, it is sometimes recognized.

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In the Philippines, you have to carry your change. When you pay at transportation such as taxis or restaurants, you often do not get your change back. The reason is that the Centabo coin is difficult to calculate and does not give you change.

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Korea has right-hand traffic, but England has left traffic.if other car approaches from England with the headlights on,this means l'll wait here and go first but korea doesn't

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korea has many tall residential buildings such as apartments and has mixture of old places and traditinal houses.England has a lot of victorian and tudor architdcture and traditional housing styles in the city

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If you brush your teeth in public, you can hear someone say "disgusting" just behind you. As Americans usually consider brushing teeth as private, it is inappropriate to do it in public.

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In korea, there is a lease or monthly rent, but in Australia, there is no lease but only monthly rent. Also, the rent is paid on a weekly basis.

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The region in Australia is strongly catholic,followed by other Protestant,domination such as the Presbyterian, church and The region of Canada is predominantly Christian and the rest don’t have region

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Korea often uses fermented foods such as kimchi and red pepper paste, and they are characterized by their spicy and salty taste. The food is characterized by strong seasoning overall.

The U.K. eats a lot of potatoes, meat, and bread, and its food prefers relatively light and simple spices. Due to its seasonal nature, it enjoys foods that are greasy and savory, such as fish and chips or roast beef.

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In Korea, following the latest fashion trends is considered important, and there is a strong desire to look good to others. Therefore, there are many people who prefer stylish and neat styles.

The U.K. prefers practical clothes according to the weather, and values clothes that reveal one's own personality. They tend to value individuality rather than fashion.

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Korea: The subway is well developed in big cities such as Seoul and Busan, and the bus and subway systems are closely linked.

England: In big cities like London, the subway system called Tube is well-equipped, and each city has a well-run railway and bus system.

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Britons spends more time with family than korean. Cafes and shops in the U.K close at 5.p.m, and even large stores close at 3.p.m on weekends and spend time with family. But korean have less time to spend with family than in the U.K

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If you look at a city in England, you can see that all the buildings are in squares. The expression ‘block’ comes from here. But you can’t see this in korea

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The appearance of restaurants in England and Korea is very different. When britons go to a restaurant with their family, they eat only the own food they ordered and don’t share it. But most of Koreans share food. I think this is a “jung” of Korea

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Education in the U.K values creativity. It has high quality of education and emphasizes critical thinking. On the other hand, education of Korea is less creative due to cramming education.

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The weather in England is windy and weather has changed a lot, so Britons think it is more prartical not to use umbrellas. In particular, it is said that men do not think it is masculine to use umbrellas. Of course, Koreans use umbrellas well

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In the United States, voters elect representatives called electors who then formally choose the president every four years. In South Korea, people directly vote for the president every five years, without re-election, and legislative seats are filled using both local and proportional representation.

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South Korea's social welfare system provides universal healthcare and education, ensuring comprehensive support. In contrast, the U.S. relies on a mixed approach, leading to service disparities.

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Korean cuisine centers on communal dining with dishes like kimchi, while American cuisine emphasizes individual portions and fast food. Both cultures value food for social connection but differ in meal structure and diversity.

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Korean housing often features small, efficient spaces with ondol heating and communal living and high rise apartment. In contrast, American homes emphasize larger, private spaces and yards.

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The United States tends to value performance and success, so competiton and independence and emphasized. Korea tends to value stability and safety, so community values and stable jobs are emphasized.

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The U.S. emphasizes student choice, flexibility, and creativity, while South Korea has a more standardized, rigorous, exam-focused system driven by competitive college admissions.

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Korean meals are considered a very important time for all three meals, mainly rice and soup. In the United States, meal times are flexible, and there is relatively little time to communicate through food from various cultures.

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Education in the United States takes a student-centered approach, and respects creativity and individual interests. Education in Korea tends to be restrict and grade-oriented, and there is also a heavy academic burden.

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Australians are very comfortable, unlike Koreans. Australians are not familiar with the word “overtime”, and sometimes they stop what they are doing and get off work right away at rush hour

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Australians say “how are ya mate?” even when riding with strangers in elevators or walking down street quite often. Of course, Im not saying that in the middle of a busy city, but people usually greet others easily when they see them in a quiet place or neighborhood

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Overwork and long hours of work are common in Korea, so overtime is common at work. In the United States, the balance between work and rest tends to be important, so working hours are relatively flexible.

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Korea has developed public transportation, so most people use the subway or bus. The U.S. public transportation system is only developed in major cities, so most people use private cars.

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In Australia, greetings are often casual, with “G’day” or “Hello.” Canadians usually greet with “Hi,” “Hello,” or “Hey” and may include handshakes, being generally polite and friendly.

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Australia’s tourism emphasizes beaches, Outback, and unique wildlife, like kangaroos. Canada’s tourism focuses on scenic landscapes, such as mountains and lakes, plus winter sports like skiing and snowboarding.

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Australia has a warm climate with hot summers, especially in the north, and mild winters. Canada experiences cold winters with snow, especially in the north, and warm summers.

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Australia’s popular sports include cricket, rugby, and Australian rules football. Canada’s sports focus on ice hockey, lacrosse, and winter activities due to its colder climate.

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Australia’s economy relies on mining, agriculture, and tourism. Canada focuses on natural resources, such as oil and timber, as well as manufacturing and technology industries.

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In Australia, coffee culture is strong, so morning coffee is essential for breakfast, and toast with avocado is eaten. On the other hand, Canada mainly eats pancakes or waffles.

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Australia has no official language, although English is the de facto official language. Canada has English and French as official languages, with French being the main language spoken in Quebec.

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Singapore emphasizes a practical work ethic focused on efficiency and performance. In contrast, Hong Kong values relationships and hierarchy within a competitive work environment. In summary, Singapore prioritizes efficiency and results, whereas Hong Kong emphasizes relationships, hierarchy, and competition.

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Australia tends to resolve conflicts by talking honestly and preferring open dialogue, while Canada tends to avoid or circumvent conflicts. It avoids direct criticism and prefers a quiet resolution.

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Drugs are usually not seen in Korea and drug-related laws are strong, while drugs are overflowing in the United States and legal in some areas.

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Singapore’s etiquette is characterized by a direct, Western-influenced style that emphasizes cleanliness and order. In contrast, Hong Kong values indirect communication and traditional Chinese customs, with a strong focus on relationship-building.

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Australia has a variety of childcare support policies, which reduces the burden on families. Canada also provides childcare support policies, but because it is a multicultural society, grandparents or relatives often raise children together.

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Singapore values traditional family roles but also encourages independence and shares family responsibilities through government support. In contrast, Hong Kong places more emphasis on traditional family structures and the duty of caring for parents, relying more heavily on family support.

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Australia pursues a practical and creative education approach, emphasizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and adopting project-based learning. Canada’s education approach is student-centered and emphasizes individual learning.

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Singapore is a multicultural society where English serves as the primary language for business and education, alongside various other languages. In contrast, Hong Kong predominantly uses Cantonese in daily life, with English playing a significant role in business and government.

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In Korea, it is polite to be accurate when making a time appointment or to arrive about 10 minutes in advance, but in the United States, it is polite to arrive late.

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In Korea, if you eat at a restaurant and pay, the price includes tax, but the US price tag does not include tax, so you have to tip it.

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Singapore celebrates a variety of cultural holidays, emphasizing traditional customs and family gatherings, while Hong Kong blends traditional Chinese festivals with Western celebrations, creating a diverse festive atmosphere.

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In Korea, roles between men and women are set, as if only men must go to the military, while in the United States, role discrimination is less than in Korea.

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In Korea, it is a culture to be polite to high-ranking people such as bosses, but in the United States, the relationship is relatively equal than in Korea.

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In American families, individuality is valued, with a focus on nuclear family units. Korean families emphasize extended family ties, showing respect and filial piety, especially towards elders.