2. Introduction Body: 2.1. Western historical perspective 2.2. The role of language in the cultural communication style 2.3. The role of language in oriental cultures 2.4. Cultural preferences in Verbal Message Design 3. Conclusion 3.Messages = verbal code (language) + non-verbal codes Language can be viewed as: A means for transfer of information A means for creating social experience / “a social lubricant” 4.Written language → for record keeping and documentation. Language – an instrument for conveying information across time and space. The focus was on accuracy of content. 5.Speakers would be held responsible for being as accurate and factual as possible. Preference is for clarity, objectivity and directness. Logic and coherence are important: the speaker is detached from audience. One theme, linear configuration: one point is followed by the second point 6.Language – social conduit (emotional resonance is stressed). Preference – for indirectness, ambiguity, embellishments, subjective use of emotions, implicit details in context. 7.Cultural preferences in Verbal Message Design: Simplicity → repetition Accuracy → imagery Understatement → exaggeration Actions → words or symbols Specific manner→ a vague one 8.Conclusion Nonnative speakers should be aware of above-discussed and American cultural preferences for message design in order to better understand and explain different cultural nuances of oral interactions in building up effective communication.