cultural signaling

Cultural signaling refers to the ways individuals convey their identity, values, or social status through behaviors, language, or choices that are understood within their cultural context. These signals, such as fashion, speech, or activities, help communicate belonging, beliefs, or differentiation from others. Essentially, cultural signals act as non-verbal cues that indicate who we are and what group or community we associate with, allowing others to interpret our social position or shared values without explicit explanation.