13 Examples Of Unspoken Social Etiquette In The United States That You May Not Have Realized Were Considered Weird In Other Countries

“Don’t comment on people’s weight or size. In some countries, ‘gordito’ or similar, for example, might be considered an affectionate nickname. It’s unlikely to be taken as anything other than rudeness here. Best not to say anything, even if you think what you’re saying is a compliment. We know many foreigners think we’re all fat. We know a lot of us are fat. You still shouldn’t say anything. And don’t point it out if you think someone is really skinny, either.” —VeronicaMarsupial