into communication with them. This will allow one to prepare yourself for projected views of one's culture that will be borne as a visitor in their culture. Use politeness strategies such as hedging opinions, and making requests that allow freedom of action. Use euphemisms when appropriate. Using euphemistic language properly in communication can take care of the other side's face and make it easier to be accepted by the other side. Identify with the other person's feelings when appropriate(Moeschler, J,2007). If it is not possible to learn the other's language, show some respect by learning a few words. In all important exchanges, a translator can convey the message. When writing, the choice of words represent the relationship between the reader and the writer so more thought and care should be invested in the text, since it may be thoroughly analysed by the recipient. See also Cross-cultural communication Culture shock Intercultural communication Intercultural competence Grounding in communication Notes External links A Dozen Rules of Thumb for Avoiding Intercultural Misunderstandings by Elmar Holenstein Intercultural Research: The Current State of Knowledge by Stephan Dahl Do You Make this Mistake When Listening? by Sherwood Fleming Cultural exchange Human communication Cultural studies