What is “tatemae” vs. “honne” in Japanese communication?

Tatemae refers to the public face or socially acceptable behavior, while honne is a person’s true feelings.
This duality helps maintain social harmony, allowing people to avoid conflict or offending others.
Understanding this distinction is key to grasping Japanese communication styleJapanese people’s true feelings and pretense.

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