1 Running head: CULTUREGRAM Culturegram: The Determinants of Culture Name of student Institutional affiliation 1. Language, Communication and Social Values Language: Most Egyptian s are well-known for expressing themselves in a few languages commonly, Arabic, which is considered the official language in Egypt. As well, some populations have demonstrated knowledge of French and English languages in their speech. However, the different languages are spoken at different parts across Egypt, where the last languages are used by the learned Egyptian businesspersons. Unspoken Language: Some of the non-verbal cues utilized by the Egyptian are evident in the greetings, where handshake is commonly practiced by the people of same sex, while opposite sexes often bowing is practiced by men as women can give out a hand. As well, a kiss in the neck is evident for people who are relating, which often marked with frequent smiles and maintenance of eye contact. Values and Attitudes Egyptians are fond of soft speaking, though can always shout to emphasize on a given point on a round table, which does not depict anger. However, maintenance of a direct eye contact is a sign of sincerity or honesty. Manners and Customs: On special occasions like wedding or visiting the sick, the Egyptians do not give flowers. Based on their customs, Egyptians never gives a gift with the left hand. As well, they have to cover up their skins and enter the house with no shoes (Abdl-Hamid, 2003). 2. Religion Majority of the Egyptians are Muslims, even though the constitution upholds the freedom of religion restricted to Islam, Christianity and Judaism that are referred as Abrahamic religions. However, Christianity is mostly practiced by the Orthodox Christian Church and the Coptic Catholic Church. As well, an unrecognized number of the population consider themselves as atheists. Nevertheless, Christians and Islamic believers co-exist as neighbors with a common history, ethnicity, race, identity language and culture (Haeri, 2003). 3. Education and Literacy About a quarter of the Egyptian population is considered illiterate. However, the approximately 70 percent of the individual above 15 years can read and write in Arabic. Even though, English and French is taught, they are meant for the most learned in the population since most people are not interested. However, the literacy level of males is relatively higher than that of females. Besides, the literacy level amongst the adults is estimated at 21%, while the youth of age 15- 24years demonstrate high skills of solving mathematical problems. 4. Social Structure and Lifestyle In the ancient Egypt, the social structural pyramid was composed of the pharaohs and the associated divinities were at the topmost, while servants and salves were at the bottom line, such a demonstration suggested the poser that the leaders had over their subjects since they were viewed as gods in human form. However, the cla ...

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Running head: CULTUREGRAM
Culturegram: The Determinants of Culture
Name of student
Institutional affiliation

2. 1. Language, Communication and Social Values
Language:
Most Egyptian s are well-known for expressing themselves in a
few languages commonly, Arabic, which is considered the
official language in Egypt. As well, some populations have
demonstrated knowledge of French and English languages in
their speech. However, the different languages are spoken at
different parts across Egypt, where the last languages are used
by the learned Egyptian businesspersons.
Unspoken Language:
Some of the non-verbal cues utilized by the Egyptian are
evident in the greetings, where handshake is commonly
practiced by the people of same sex, while opposite sexes often
bowing is practiced by men as women can give out a hand. As
well, a kiss in the neck is evident for people who are relating,
which often marked with frequent smiles and maintenance of
eye contact.
Values and Attitudes
Egyptians are fond of soft speaking, though can always shout to
emphasize on a given point on a round table, which does not
depict anger. However, maintenance of a direct eye contact is a
sign of sincerity or honesty.
Manners and Customs:
On special occasions like wedding or visiting the sick, the
Egyptians do not give flowers. Based on their customs,
Egyptians never gives a gift with the left hand. As well, they
have to cover up their skins and enter the house with no shoes
(Abdl-Hamid, 2003).
2. Religion
Majority of the Egyptians are Muslims, even though the
constitution upholds the freedom of religion restricted to Islam,

3. Christianity and Judaism that are referred as Abrahamic
religions. However, Christianity is mostly practiced by the
Orthodox Christian Church and the Coptic Catholic Church. As
well, an unrecognized number of the population consider
themselves as atheists. Nevertheless, Christians and Islamic
believers co-exist as neighbors with a common history,
ethnicity, race, identity language and culture (Haeri, 2003).
3. Education and Literacy
About a quarter of the Egyptian population is considered
illiterate. However, the approximately 70 percent of the
individual above 15 years can read and write in Arabic. Even
though, English and French is taught, they are meant for the
most learned in the population since most people are not
interested. However, the literacy level of males is relatively
higher than that of females. Besides, the literacy level amongst
the adults is estimated at 21%, while the youth of age 15-
24years demonstrate high skills of solving mathematical
problems.
4. Social Structure and Lifestyle
In the ancient Egypt, the social structural pyramid was
composed of the pharaohs and the associated divinities were at
the topmost, while servants and salves were at the bottom line,
such a demonstration suggested the poser that the leaders had
over their subjects since they were viewed as gods in human
form. However, the class structure of the Egyptians was rigid
since every individual accepted their fate and where they
belonged. Such a consideration was later changer by education
of more men that led to the development of the professional and
learned class climbing up the ladder, which provided new
opportunities for many individuals. As a result modern social
classes were developed that constituted the upper, lower and
middle. In such social stratification each level was dependent
on the family rather than the amount of wealth an individual
had.
5. Economic Profile and Financial Facts

4. Egypt is a middle income earning country, with about 28%of the
total population lavishing in poverty, where high rate are
encountered in the rural areas. However, there is a disparity in
the health and education outcomes despite the progressive
improvement in the human developments. The rate of
unemployment seem to be slowing rising considering the
increasing population. Such a move facilitates the establishment
of new economic reforms so as to respond to people’s needs.
Nevertheless, fiscal imbalances are encountered on the wage
bills, taxation rates, and cash transfers that is acted upon by a
consolidation program to reduce the economic challenges.
Besides, the total population of Egypt is about 90 million
people, with majority concentrated along the Nile River.
6. Political Philosophy
Egypt is headed by the president, who is the heads state and
oversees the diplomatic policies enacted in the nation. Egypt is
a republican country that has often encountered controversies
over the democracy theory since people are trained to respect
the law with more military influence. However, the
parliamentary system is responsible for the legislative
procedures in the country. As well, political parties are
provided for in the constitution (Keita, 1990). Cairo is the
largest town and the capital city of Egypt that houses the Cairo
Opera House, a major artistic venue in the country.
7. Geography and Topographical Influences
Egypt is located in a hot and dry climate that makes it
experience the harsh climatic condition in the desert, which has
pushed most of the people towards the River Nile. Egypt is not
a land-locked country since it extends to the Mediterranean Sea
in the North, while bordering other countries, like Sudan, and
Libya. River Nile is the major river in the country that helps in
the irrigation and provision of arable land along its banks. The
topography of Egypt is mainly composed of valleys, hills,
mountains, plains and deserts. As well, the Egyptian pyramids,
Nile River and deltas form part of the tourist attraction sites in
the country

5. 8. Business Culture and Etiquette
During business conventions, an individual is expected to
appear in the standard Egyptian discretion. However, for
purposes of communication Arabic is often preferred to enhance
understanding among individuals. Although, during the
negotiations voices are likely to be raised as an approach to
tackling an issue of importance, not related to any expression of
anger or conflict (Chandelor, 2013). As well, no business
activities are conducted on Fridays being a holy day for the
Muslims.
References
Abdl-Hamid Youssef, Ahmad (2003). From Pharaoh’s
Lips:Ancient Egyption Language in The Arabic of Today.
Minneapolis, Minn.: American Univ in Cairo
Press.ISBN9789774247088
Chandelor, J. (2013). Business etiquette in Egypt.
https://prezi.com/5ory3syrbatb/business-etiquette-in-egypt/
Haeri, N. (2003). Dilemma of culture and politics in Egypt.
Keita, S. (1990). Studies of ancient crania from northern Africa.
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