在英汉语言中存在礼貌原则的差异,本文就这一差异进行论述,指出礼貌原则的差异实质上就是中西方文化背景差异的具体体现。本文从隐私、称呼、谦虚与客套、“面子”等方面进行对比,研究文化差异。这对于提高学生的跨文化交际能力大有裨益。 There are differences in the principles of politeness in English and Chinese. This article discusses the differences and points out that the difference in politeness principle is essentially a manifestation of the differences in cultural backgrounds between China and the West. This article compares privacy and salutation, modesty and courtesy, and “face-saving” aspects to study cultural differences. This is useful for improving students’ intercultural communication skills.