Høykontekstkulturer
Høykontekstkulturer, a term coined by anthropologist Edward T. Hall, describe societies where much of the meaning in communication is conveyed through the context of the situation rather than explicit verbal messages. In these cultures, nonverbal cues, shared history, social status, and relationships play a significant role in understanding the intended message. Information is often implicit, and people are expected to infer meaning based on these contextual elements. Directness is generally avoided, and communication can appear ambiguous or vague to outsiders. Examples of high-context cultures include many East Asian, Latin American, and Middle Eastern societies.
In contrast to low-context cultures where communication is direct and explicit, high-context cultures rely heavily on