Culture Mate-Cultural Navigation Aid

Example

For someone moving to Japan, Culture Mate would provide details on proper bowing etiquette, the significance of exchanging business cards, and how to conduct oneself in a Japanese onsen (hot spring).

Scenario

A user planning to attend a business meeting in Tokyo receives advice on the appropriate bowing angle and phrases to use when exchanging business cards.

Example

If a user is visiting Italy for the first time, Culture Mate might suggest scenarios like ordering coffee the Italian way at a local café, or how to enjoy an aperitivo in the evening, providing phrases for ordering and cultural notes on these practices.

Scenario

Exploring the ritual of the Italian aperitivo, including the appropriate time to go, what drinks to order, and how to interact with locals at the bar.

Example

Upon going to a local pub in Portugal, Culture Mate would offer phrases for ordering a drink, asking for recommendations, and thanking the bartender, complete with translations and phonetics.

Scenario

A user wants to express appreciation to a Portuguese bartender. Culture Mate provides the phrase 'Obrigado pela sua recomendação, estava excelente!' ('Thank you for your recommendation, it was excellent!') with phonetics.