NTC's dictionary of Korea's business and cultural code words

the long version

In NTC's Dictionary of Korea's Business and Cultural Code Words, Boye Lafayette De Mente explores the meanings and cultural context of the most important "code words" of the Korean language, terms whose significance goes well beyond their literal definitions. The reader is given insights into the character and personality of the Korean people, providing bridges for communicating and interacting with them. NTC's Dictionary of Korea's Business and Cultural Code Words features an exploration of more than 230 essential Korean expressions, specific guidelines on how to use and respond to the essential expressions, and a guide to the key cultural themes, linking related code words throughout the book. Businesspeople, students, vacationers, and others who want to know more about the Koreans will find this an invaluable resource.