Do some research about the culture of your target language and write about the 'linguistic aspects', e.g., body language, how people talk about time, etc.
In Korean culture, time in monochronic. Being quick and efficient is seen as the superior way to manage time. There is a certain level of importance placed on getting things done, and interruptions are not appreciated. It is polite in Korean culture to be punctual, and housewarmers expect calls from guests saying they will be late if they are going to be late.
Koreans are collectivists, meaning that they value the group over their individual selves. For example, when referring to possessions, Koreans usually say “our” when they refer to something that is their own possession. Furthermore, eating and drinking together is common.
Koreans have an indirect high context way of communication. They will often assume, suggest, and imply in order to value the harmony of the group. In my experience, I notice that when I first meet Koreans, they will often carefully ask unfinished sentences such as “And your name is…” and “And your grade is…” and expect me to finish the sentence. In a small example like this, it is evident that Koreans like to be polite and careful to not cause any potential disruptions.
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