THE IMPACT OF CULTURAL AWARENESS ON INTERCULTURAL COMPETENCE
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Effective communication in multicultural environments requires more than language proficiency; it also demands an understanding of cultural differences and similarities.Abstract
This article gives information about the impact of cultural awareness on intercultural competence.In the era of globalization, interactions among people from different cultural backgrounds have become increasingly common.
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