Learning Journal #2
I think that the linguistic aspects of Israeli culture are all very much in line with American/ Western culture except for a few distinct differences. First of all in regards to time, Israeli culture is very difficult to figure out. It is both monochromic and polychromic. To clarify, the general feeling in Israel tends to focus on being lax and seeing life through a polychromic lens. However, Israelis are able to adapt very quickly and situationally they become monochromic. This could be due to Israeli history and the struggle that the Jewish people have had to go through; all of the wars and conflicts that Israelis have dealt with have hardened them to become very pushy, especially when it comes to time sometimes. This extends into another linguistic aspect, which is their very direct communication and low power distance. Israelis are very forthright and direct, regardless of their standing with the other person, the low power distance is a very important cultural aspect that could not be stated enough for it influences most interactions.
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