2 definitions by 11CheeseCake11
Cultural appreciation is taking the time out to learn about different cultures and their traditions. To become more open in understanding the truths about a culture and embracing them in a respectful manner.
Every culture is absolutely beautiful and unique, and it's no wonder other cultures want emulate that.
Unfortunately, Cultural Appreciation can get confused with the term Cultural Appropriation
Every culture is absolutely beautiful and unique, and it's no wonder other cultures want emulate that.
Unfortunately, Cultural Appreciation can get confused with the term Cultural Appropriation
Cultural appreciation is enjoying foods and music from different cultures, and giving credit to the source.
by 11CheeseCake11 June 12, 2018
The adoption or use of elements of one culture by members of a different culture. Many people mistake cultural appropriation with Cultural Appreciation. As there is a difference between taking the time to learn about a culture and taking a culture's traditions, clothing etc. and misrepresenting them.
Cultural Appropriation: Wearing a Native American costume is offensive because the clothing in that culture is very sacred
Cultural Appreciation: Taking some time to learn about Native American culture (traditional dances, clothing, foods etc.)
Not to mention some cultures have a dark history attached to them and they still face present-day issues.
So if you truly want to embrace a culture, then do a bit of research on the culture and do it properly.
Cultural Appreciation: Taking some time to learn about Native American culture (traditional dances, clothing, foods etc.)
Not to mention some cultures have a dark history attached to them and they still face present-day issues.
So if you truly want to embrace a culture, then do a bit of research on the culture and do it properly.
by 11CheeseCake11 June 12, 2018