Why Koreans ask what year you were born

Re:Why Koreans ask what year you were born by mattgreenrocks on Wednesday June 11, 2025 @04:43PM (#44251608)

Think of it more as a little extra atop the basic courtesy due to all people (unless they prove otherwise).

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Re:Why Koreans ask what year you were born by ryandrake on Wednesday June 11, 2025 @08:13PM (#44253193)

I see basic courtesy as required, but respect must be earned and can be withdrawn. Respect is earned through good behavior, not by simply growing old.

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