Language Differences between Chinese and Western Cultures

Authors

  • Chenxi Li

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54097/v5hgsa43

Keywords:

Chinese and Western Cultural, Language, Appellation

Abstract

Although the general culture has the same basic elements and structure, but different cultural systems have their own different emphasis and the basic spiritual connotation. Culture is the basis of language, language is the carrier of culture, reflecting the culture. The national language behind any culture has kinship terms. Kinship appellation is not only a common language phenomenon, but also a cultural phenomenon, reflecting the cultural spirit and values of different nationalities. This paper will mainly from the perspective of Chinese and English appellation in Chinese and Western languages to explain and compare the differences between Chinese and Western cultures and analyze the reasons.

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Published

27-05-2024

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How to Cite

Li, C. (2024). Language Differences between Chinese and Western Cultures. Journal of Education and Educational Research, 8(3), 180-182. https://doi.org/10.54097/v5hgsa43