Avoiding Keigo
Keigo is a type of speech in the Japanese language that is polite and respectful. Though it is hard to master this form of speech, it is taught in language schools to foreigners. But Keigo presents two problems.
One, this form of speech is difficult to master, so most people tend to avoid using it when necessary; this is seen as offensive. And two, the polite nature of Keigo might compel one to use it more often. Using it when it is not necessary is also offensive and confusing.
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