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The Curious Reason Why the Dutch Almost Never Say "I'm Sorry"

2022-10-11 19:00:16Lifestyle SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
The Curious Reason Why the Dutch Almost Never Say "I'm Sorry"
The Curious Reason Why the Dutch Almost Never Say "I'm Sorry"

Bicycles, cafes, windmills or tulips are just some of the characteristic features of the Netherlands, for which this country is known worldwide. However, there are also many unknown aspects of Dutch society.

One of them is their communication style, unique and differentiated from other societies. For example, in the Netherlands they usually don't say "I'm sorry". Speaking to the BBC, cross-cultural trainer Saskia Maarse commented on the fundamental values ​​of Dutch society and one of them is that the Dutch are known to be direct, meaning that "their messages are clear and precise".

Furthermore, she differentiated the way of communication compared to other societies, in which the communication style is indirect, and based on British society as an example: “The British style, for example, has a lot of politeness, diplomacy and tact. In the Netherlands there is more transparency, honesty and openness".

The Curious Reason Why the Dutch Almost Never Say "I'm Sorry"

Ben Coates, a Briton living in the Netherlands and author of the book "Why the Dutch are different", deals in his book with the behavior of Dutch society and some stories from this country: "They say things as they are, they don't China". Regardless of whether what they say is a criticism or a rejection of a certain invitation."

Another fundamental aspect that is highly valued by the Dutch is honesty. Coates himself clarified that in no case is the intention of the country's population to offend with his comments, despite complete sincerity: "It is important for them to be honest, and while many of us interpret this as rude behavior, it is not it's their goal to be rude."


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