For instance, what many Americans consider rude, like showing up late, people from other countries consider 100% standard and acceptable.
This is just one of the many ways cultural differences can lead to misunderstandings. And once you see this list of all the ways other cultures think Americans are rude, you'll see why we don't always have the best reputation abroad.
1. Laughing loudly or with your mouth open.
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Everyone likes a good giggle, but in Japan, laughing with your mouth open and your teeth exposed is seen as extremely rude.
2. Giving a firm handshake.
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A firm handshake is usually seen as a good
thing in America, but in the Philippines, it's considered aggressive. I
get it; I don't want my hand to hurt when I'm meeting someone for the
first time!
3. Bringing wine to a dinner party.
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In Germany, bringing wine to a dinner party
can be seen as a slight against the wine that your hosts have in their
home. More wine for me later!
4. Cleaning your plate.
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Many Americans have been told their entire
lives to clean their plates. But this is a no-no in countries such as
Thailand and China.
5. Not refusing gifts.
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It may seem weird, but in Japan, refusing
gifts as they are given to you instead of just accepting them right away
is actually part of the ritual of gift-giving.
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