culture shock

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culture shock

A condition of confusion and anxiety affecting a person suddenly exposed to an alien culture or milieu.

culture shock

(Sociology) Sociol the feelings of isolation, rejection, etc., experienced when one culture is brought into sudden contact with another, as when a primitive tribe is confronted by modern civilization

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culture shock - a condition of disorientation affecting someone who is suddenly exposed to an unfamiliar culture or way of life or set of attitudes

disorientation - confusion (usually transient) about where you are and how to proceed; uncertainty as to direction; "his disorientation was the result of inattention"

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culture shock n to experience culture shock → essere scioccato/a dall'impatto con una cultura diversa

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