韩媒：为什么韩国人不爱闲聊？

Group 1 - The article discusses the cultural phenomenon in South Korea where many individuals prefer to avoid small talk with strangers, contrasting with the more sociable interactions depicted in Korean dramas [1][2] - Tourists, including Australian Ava Miller, have reported experiencing cultural shock due to the lack of engagement from locals, who often respond minimally during attempts at conversation [1][2] - There are specific features in South Korean apps, such as hair appointment and ride-hailing services, that allow users to indicate they do not wish to engage in conversation, highlighting a societal preference for privacy and minimal interaction [1][2] Group 2 - South Korean office workers express a desire to avoid social situations outside of work, feeling that they already face enough "politeness pressure" in their professional lives [2] - Some individuals, like a mother named Shin Yu-jin, acknowledge that while small talk can help break the ice, it can also lead to uncomfortable personal questions that invade privacy [2] - Experts attribute this phenomenon to cultural and historical factors, noting that traditional Korean society emphasized close-knit community relationships, which have not fully adapted to the changes brought by industrialization [2]