Co Verbal Communication
Paralanguage or coverbal communication refers to the vocal
cues that accompany spoken language. It is not what we say,
but how we say it, encompassing the tone and emphasis of the
spoken words.
| Cambodian
Culture |
American
Majority Culture |
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| The tone
of voice is non tonal.
Raising the voice and getting angry is considered impolite
and bad manners. Self-control is valued; therefore,
people who do show anger are not respected.
NOTE: Recent history has made Cambodians
reserved and cautious in their daily behavior. |
The tone
of voice is low pitched.
People usually use a soft-spoken tone in daily conversation
and will only raise their voice in tense or hostile
situations. |
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