Confident Business English

16. British People & Culture

May 20, 2020
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INSIGHT

UK vs. England

  • The UK comprises England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, so not everyone is English.
  • While English people generally accept being called British, Scottish and Welsh people may prefer their respective nationalities.
ADVICE

Interpreting British Silence

  • British people often avoid complaining, even when dissatisfied.
  • Try prompting them directly for feedback, as silence doesn't necessarily mean happiness.
ANECDOTE

Avoiding Being a Hassle

  • Anna shares an anecdote about declining a party invitation to avoid being a hassle, which was misinterpreted as rude in Spain.
  • British politeness often involves downplaying one's presence to avoid burdening others.
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