Politeness varies in different cultures and languages. In the Tongan community it is accustomed to burp after every meal to show your host that you enjoyed the food. My mother, who is Mexican, would beat the heck out of me if I ever did that regardless of how much I enjoyed the meal.
Linguistic realivity is not only expressed verbally. It can be expressed in our actions and reactions. Being aware of the cultural differences of others and our own helps us more communicate more effectively. Effectiveness in interpersonal, collective or mass communication is essential everywhere.
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