19 American Customs Foreigners Find Weird

Roy

2 years ago

Welcome to a quirky exploration of American customs that have the rest of the world scratching their heads! This article isn't just a list; it's a delightful tour through the peculiarities that make foreigners raise an eyebrow or two. The internet's abuzz with these cultural oddities, turning confusion into a viral trend. Get ready for a witty take on American customs that'll have you pondering the peculiarities of the Land of the Free!

american customs that foreigners find weird
american customs that foreigners find weird I find the length of your election campaigns so crazy.
american customs that foreigners find weird My friend from India once asked me an American) to explain Groundhog Day to her. I had no explanation-it's just weird.
american customs that foreigners find weird Pardoning a turkey at Thanksgiving. Cracks me up every time, and l've lived here 20 years now!
american customs that foreigners find weird The Canadians I worked with in the oilfield were blown away by all of the television commercials for medicines.
american customs that foreigners find weird The waiter taking vour card away to pay.
american customs that foreigners find weird I'll never forget when a college schoolmate from China asked me "is it true that you have a holiday where children dress up and go around asking for candy?" I had never thought about it before but all I could say was "yes, I guess we do...
american customs that foreigners find weird Let me pull the Uno reverse card on this. I am an immigrant, living in the US for a very long time. Getting your leftovers to go at the restaurants was a surprise to me... But my reaction was, "yeah, why is that not the norm?" Rather than "Americans are strange "
american customs that foreigners find weird As an immigrant living in USA, I love that you can return items you bought a month ago! And some placel allow you to return after 3 months! And to-go boxes after eating in restaurants. I eat dinner and take home tomorrow's lunch to go. How awesome is that?
american customs that foreigners find weird Not including tax in the price tag.
american customs that foreigners find weird Child beauty pageants. Just stop it.
american customs that foreigners find weird Those grocery bags made from paper with no handles. How the h I do you carry more than one or cope with car keys and other stuff in your hands?

Those 19 American customs had the world in an uproar of head-scratching and bemusement! From tipping culture to excessive portion sizes, these habits sparked discussions and laughter worldwide. The internet's fascination with these oddities isn't just about cultural critique; it’s a celebration of global diversity and the quirks that make us unique. As we bid farewell to this cultural escapade, remember, the world’s fascination with American customs continues to raise more than a few eyebrows!

Roy

Roy R., Chief Meme Curator Roy founded Thunder Dungeon in 2012 and has since guided its growth into a 2.5 million‑strong community of meme enthusiasts. With over a decade of digital‑media experience and a nose for viral humor, Roy oversees content strategy, ensuring every post is both hilarious and high‑quality

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