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Formal communication follows established conventions and may use honorifics, common in Japan and Korea. Informal communication uses casual language and is common among peers, prevalent in Australia and Canada.

In some cultures, such as in Finland or among Native American tribes, silence is seen as respectful and a form of communication. It can denote thoughtfulness, agreement, or disagreement.

Monochronic cultures view time linearly, valuing punctuality and scheduling (e.g., Switzerland, USA). Polychronic cultures see time as cyclical and flexible, valuing relationships over strict adherence to schedules (e.g., Argentina, Saudi Arabia).

High-context communication relies on implicit messages and context (such as body language, status, or relationship), common in Asia and the Middle East. Low-context communication relies on explicit verbal messages, common in North America and Western Europe.

Direct communication involves saying what one thinks clearly and simply, common in Germany and the USA. Indirect communication is about implying and suggesting, without saying things explicitly, common in Japan and India.

Collectivist communication prioritizes group harmony and consensus, common in China and Mexico. Individualist communication encourages personal opinions and self-expression, common in the UK and USA.

Masculine communication styles exhibit assertiveness and competitiveness, common in Japan and Italy. Feminine communication styles value modesty and caring for others, more common in Sweden and the Netherlands.