Non-Americans Reveal 25 American Habits That Make Americans Stand Out Overseas

This list will leave you wondering if it's that easy to spot an American

Maryjane

• Published in Interesting
• July 16, 2024

One of the most fulfilling experiences in life is traveling. You go to new places, experience other cultures, and acquire fresh viewpoints that contribute to your development as a well-rounded individual.

After all, you become aware of all the parallels and discrepancies between these distant lands and your own country. However, those over there also notice that you're a very long distance from a local.

American individuals are recognizable to those who are not from the country. It seems that more than just their accents can identify them.

They are remarkably outgoing, can wear shoes indoors, can request for refills amongst numerous other comparable qualities. It goes without saying that those who live in the world's most powerful nation frequently find themselves in the media.

The internet's infatuation with America—its politics, culture, and populace—seems uncontrollable. Everyone seems to have at least a few thoughts about the country to share.

It can be unsettling to believe that being "American," "Irish," or "Japanese" defines everything about you as a person. On Reddit, thousands of people discuss the behaviors they think are uniquely American—and believe me, there are both positive and negative aspects to it.

From dressing like a ranch hand to being incredibly loud, these are some of the most iconic American behaviours.

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1. Exaggerating everything

2. "How are you doing?"

3. They expect a tip

4. The military thanks

5. The small talks

6. Hating on a large group

7. Using forks to eat everything

8. Chanting for no reason

9. Serving enormous portions

10. They take it pretty seriously

If you've ever been abroad as an American, you probably know what it's like to be recognized as such. They don't hide it; in fact, they are proud of it more than anything else!

But sometimes you just wish you could fit in and experience what it's like to be treated like a local. All it takes is walking into, say, an Italian "bar" and ordering a beer on tap only to get stares and a firm "Where in America are you from?"

11. Celebrating each and every holiday

12. A very American thing

13. Being loud while sober

14. Give me that ranch dressing

15. Getting free water

16. Domestic and foreign

17. Just forks

18. Driving all the way

19. Just as it is

20. Does it confuse you too?

21. Such an American thing

22. Being loud and friendly

23. The loud talks

24. Small talks

25. A competitive spirit

Not all traits that are commonly associated with America are bad. Every culture has distinctive characteristics that, even when left unasked, can reveal to people worldwide which nation a person is from.

However, there are instances when the differences between the US and other countries can be so glaringly clear that they provide for some humorous moments of misunderstanding whenever they are brought up. Share this article with your loved ones to get their own opinions as well.

Maryjane