Overcoming language barriers requires patience from "summary" of Intercultural Communication in Contexts Instructor's Resource Manual by Judith N. Martin,Thomas K. Nakayama,Lisa Bradford,Jolanta A. Drzewiecka
In intercultural communication, language barriers often pose significant challenges for individuals attempting to connect with others from different cultural backgrounds. These barriers can hinder effective communication and lead to misunderstandings or misinterpretations. Overcoming these obstacles requires a great deal of patience on the part of communicators. Patience is essential when attempting to navigate language barriers because it takes time to understand and adapt to different linguistic norms and practices. Communicators must be willing to invest the necessary time and effort to bridge the gap between languages and find common ground with their interlocutors. This may involve engaging in active listening, asking clarifying questions, and seeking feedback to ensure mutual understanding. Mor...
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