Do some research about the culture of your target language and write about the “linguistic aspects”. Body language, how people talk about time, etc.
In Sweden body language is very complex through my research I have observed that there is a mix of communitarian and individualistic cultures which is expressed interestingly through body language and physical interactions in public. There seems to be a connection between the idea of communitarian or welfare state and the manner in which people present themselves in public. There is a low level of formality which is reflected through the casual body language with dominates most social interactions. Related to the highly equitable political and social system is the limited physical interactions amongst individuals unless there is a long-standing relationships which may be reflected in physical greetings. Handshakes are standard or a quick hello without physical interaction. More intimate relationships consider hugs appropriate as within the family context.On the other end of the spectrum there is also a very individualistic culture that encourages self-expression and creativity which is admired but may also be rejected by larger communitarian culture that value the group before the individual.
Another interesting note about linguistic aspects is the manner in which Swedish people speak of time in a very precise manner. There seems to be a conflicting understanding of time, punctuality, effectiveness and productivity are valued but so is leisure time which is very important and reflects a larger right to leisure time and how pension and vacation structures are so generous.
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