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Politeness is a social construct that varies across cultures. While some aspects of politeness are universal, such as using it to maintain relationships, the specific manifestations differ significantly. In Vietnamese culture, greetings focus more on personal matters rather than just a greeting. Farewells are also more personal compared to the direct "goodbye" in Western cultures. Younger people address elders with honorific terms to show respect, hierarchy, affection, and gratitude. Giving and receiving co

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Huyn N

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