Gibun

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Korean spelling
Korean alphabet : 기분
Hanja : 氣 分
Revised Romanization : Gibun
McCune-Reischauer : Kibun

The nunchi is a Korean term that is hard to German can be transferred. You could translate it as emotional balance, self-esteem or reputation , but that doesn't really do justice to the term either.

Due to the Confucian culture of Korea , particular importance is attached to the personal state of mind. A harmonious human relationship is far more important than closing urgent deals or speaking uncomfortable truths. The Koreans call this inner balance Gibun. When dealing with Koreans it is important to be able to correctly assess the gibun of the other and not to violate it. A Korean's gibun is violated, for example, if a subordinate does not show him due respect, does not bow deep enough, or does not use the correct form of politeness. If you unknowingly speak ill of the other person's hometown or give them a present with your left hand, you also injure their gibun. Compliance with the traditional forms of courtesy is the top priority. There are a number of taboos to be observed, especially when eating.

Nunchi

Korean spelling
Korean alphabet : 눈치
Revised Romanization : Nunchi
McCune-Reischauer : Nunchi

Nunchi, which means a sense of proportion, describes the ability to correctly assess the gibun and the state of mind of the other person and to adjust to them. This is not exactly easy for western people due to their different cultural backgrounds, for example smiling in Korea can also express shame or embarrassment. A certain restraint is important when dealing with Koreans, both when speaking and when making gestures. If you are dealing with several Koreans, it is especially important to treat the highest in the hierarchy with special respect.

literature

  • Christine Liew: Guest in Korea . 2nd updated edition. Iwanowski's Reisebuchverlag, Dormagen 2010, ISBN 978-3-86197-004-0 .
  • Andreas Brüch, Alexander Thomas: Professionally in South Korea: Training program for managers, specialists and executives . 2nd, revised edition. Vandenhoeck and Ruprecht, Göttingen 2004, ISBN 3-525-49058-5 .
  • Mee-Jin Kim: Korea etiquette: the door opener for foreign travelers and expatriates . Oldenbourg, Munich 2010, ISBN 978-3-486-58531-5 .

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