Study on the Cross-cultural Conflict Phenomenon and Coping strategies in Jhumpa Lahiri’s The Namesake

Abstract

In recent years, with the in-depth development of globalization, the cross-cultural communication between the East 
 and the West is increasing. However, the differences in cultural background and historical tradition between the East and the West 
 lead to the great differences in social values, thinking patterns and behavior norms between the East and the West, which leads to 
 the emergence of cultural conflicts in cross-cultural communication and brings adverse effects on cross-cultural communication 
 activities. Therefore, in this study, the author analyzes the cultural works of The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri, and analyzes the 
 cross-cultural conflicts. Finally, by analyzing the phenomenon of cross-cultural conflict and coping strategies, the paper concludes 
 that only by strengthening communication and cooperation on the basis of seeking common ground while reserving differences can 
 the East and the West effectively avoid the phenomenon of cultural conflict in cross-cultural communication.