Topic > Difference between Korean and English Language - 735

It is often shown that all Koreans say something indirectly. It seems that Korean has a different way of thinking than native English speakers. It has been reported that, unlike English students, Korean students tend to express themselves in general, even when asked to communicate their ideas. This is because they have been trained to think inclusively and it is emphasized that moderation is considered the supreme virtue in Korean civilization. (Byung-Eun Cho, 2004) Furthermore, all Korean students think that patience is the most important virtue. Therefore, they are not used to expressing what and how they think. On the other hand, unlike Korean students, English students feel comfortable expressing their opinion. This is the biggest difference between Korean and