Why does the chinese say that "to have face" is more important than anything else?
October 26th, 2009 | by admin |
It means that expressing yourself and being kind and truthful about your thoughts by your facial expressions is more important than to be cold and with false expressions on your face
4 Responses to “Why does the chinese say that "to have face" is more important than anything else?”
By cecilia on Oct 27, 2009 | Reply
Just some pride issues in them.
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By Bunny-wabbit on Oct 27, 2009 | Reply
it comes from culture. People try to be nice to each other without hurting their feelings.
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By ilykid7 on Oct 27, 2009 | Reply
It means that expressing yourself and being kind and truthful about your thoughts by your facial expressions is more important than to be cold and with false expressions on your face
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By Ming X. on Oct 27, 2009 | Reply
"Face" means your reputation, your prestige, what other people think of you. In Chinese society, you must have a good reputation to survive.
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