Hispanic Culture: Social Courtesies and Small Talk

Hispanic Culture: Social Courtesies and Small Talk via The LEAF Project

Hispanic Culture: Social Courtesies and Small Talk

Spanish and Latin American societies tend to be quite traditional; strict conventions govern social behavior. Although economic, social, and political events have brought about many changes in the makeup of society and in the roles of both men and women, a strong sense of family still prevails and people tend to follow traditional roles.Although the husband occupies a dominant position in most homes, he tends to do little to assist in its operation; the wife actually runs it.

Questions:

How important is correct social behavior in Hispanic societies?

Resources:

• LEAF Spanish Vocabulary: Family Members – Basic
• LEAF Spanish Vocabulary: Family Members – Basic and Extended
• LEAF Spanish Grammar: Subject Pronouns

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