What should I know about Chinese family culture?
Chinese family culture is generally more collectivist than in many Western countries. The needs of the family often come before individual needs.
Some key things to understand:
- Filial piety (respect for your parents and elders) is a core value
- It's common for multiple generations to live together or close by
- Children often stay at home until they get married
- Many parents are very involved in their children's education and life choices
- Family elders are respected for their wisdom and experience
At the same time, family culture is changing quickly in modern China, especially in cities. Young people are becoming more individualistic, but many traditional values still remain.