13 Things Americans Consider BAD Manners that SHOCK Europeans

In any country you travel to there are different rules in different countries. Every country has its own etiquette. The United States of America has some very specific manners which should be adhered to when visiting as a tourist. When visiting America for the first time, these are some handy little tips to keep in mind. The great thing about Americans is that they are so friendly and even if you don’t do all of the manners as shared in the bright side video, don’t worry American people rarely consider you rude. Americans are some of the friendliest people in the world and when visiting America, you’ll be made to feel welcome by almost everyone with a big white smile and “hi how are you”. Even total strangers in America are very friendly.

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[DianeJennings]

I feel like there are definitely more rules of social etiquette in America that weren’t outlined here. Please let me know them below

[SaltedMeats]

It's always ok in the US to ask, when you get a gift, "should I open this now?" I say that because opening it right away is not always the etiquette... At least not everywhere

[hanng]

One thing that wasn't mentioned is holding the door. If somebody is a few steps behind you walking towards the same doorway, it is polite to hold the door open behind you for that person. One need not hold it completely open or allow the other to enter first, but one should hold it ajar behind oneself. On the flip side, if somebody is holding the door for you, it is polite to put a little hustle in your step to get to the door a bit quicker. The idea behind all this is that holding the door for someone acknowledges his existence, and moving to a held door quickly acknowledges the other's time.

[azknightwolf]

Mila Kunis once told a story about how she took her mother to get a pedicure. The women who did the pedicures for them were talking among themselves in Russian, and were insulting both of them. When Mila did not tip them, she told them, in perfect Russian, how rude they were and they didn't deserve a tip. Apparently the pedicurists didn't know she speaks fluent Russian!!

[thediktatortot]

As far as the gifting goes, we like to see the reaction of the people opening the gift. The best part for us is to see the joy or general reaction to whatever we got you.

[thesisypheanjournal]

When I was teaching English in Korea, I taught my students "Yes, please" and "No, thank you" when offered something. They wanted to know why they said "Thank you" for something they're not being given. I explained that you are thanking the person for offering, which softens the rejection of the proffered thing.

[MayimHastings]

I think the number one thing to remember when visiting America is that we’re pretty used to having foreigners around, and so we really don’t care that much about differences in etiquette. Be yourself. If you are unsure about something, it’s always cool to ask! In fact, asking for help, or if you’re confused, is a great way to step into that small talk we love so much. Great video! Love from Atlanta

[JonPaulMaki]

One thing about most of these sort of rules of social etiquette is that if you violate them - particularly if you're not from the US - no one is going to really freak out about it. I mean, it depends on what rule or how severe the violation, but in general, the worst-case scenario is that people will think you're a bit odd and just shrug it off.

[rmdodsonbills]

In America, "How are you" isn't really a serious question, it's just another part of greeting. Sometimes it even goes so far as to respond to "how are you" with "how are you" again. Strangers generally aren't interested in how you really are, so "fine" is a perfectly good response.

[Micah-.]

A couple of things that weren't mentioned in the video:
1) In addition to wanting personal space, it is considered extremely rude - possibly even threatening if you bump into someone and do not immediately apologize. This happens a lot in crowds or busy places and by accident but many Americans are still offended by this, especially men. Respect the bubble.
2) For many mothers and mothers to be, touching their belly or their baby is not polite, except for family or close friends. Again, the bubble.
3) Hitchhiking is illegal in America and extremely dangerous for both the driver and the hitchhiker. Please don't even attempt it.

[richletram]

My brother in law was on a business trip in England. He went with a few co-workers to a small, but crowded, local pub outside of London. When he attempted to tip the bartender all the noise in the establishment came to a stop. He said you could hear a pin drop, kind of like you might see in a movie or a tv show. He asked the bartender if he had done something wrong. The bartender said, "We don't do that here." So he asked how do you tip the bartender. He said, "You can buy me a drink." So he did. By the end of the night, the bartender was the most intoxicated person in the pub. 😂 In most of the USA, it is illegal for the bartender to drink while working.

[cheyyaekel]

Honestly, I think it depends on your cultural and regional background in the US. We have some overarching social norms, yes, but for the most part these can vary by region greatly.

[RichardDCook]

About the famous USA "small talk" 5:49 I work at Disneyland and chat with people from all over the world every day, and there are clear differences from culture to culture. Americans and Australians are the closest, both being open to chat, with nearly any topic being suitable. Canadians, Scots, and Irish are a notch more reserved. Japanese, when confident of their English skills, are also open to chat. Some of the chattiest people I've met have been Japanese who are interested in American culture, oftentimes working towards advanced college degrees in English, who enjoy having the chance to converse with native English speakers. Then there are the people from England, New Zealand, and Europe who are gracious and polite but quickly shut down attempts to chat.

[adirtyswarlos]

In the US (probably in a lot of other countries too) the regions have different etiquette. Being from the south I caught myself often labeling northers or even people from California as rude. I remember stopping by a friends house to drop off something she needed and not being invited to sit and offered something to drink. I couldn’t help but be a little offended by her lack of southern hospitality. Then I remembered she wasn’t born here but from California where I remembered the attitude is a lot less formal. She wasn’t mean to me but she didn’t do what I expected. It’s a good reminder to be aware of cultural differences and not jump to offense.

[mikeg]

I forget how we have a personal bubble here until I travel abroad, and then I'm like what the HELL with people coming up to stand right next to me. I of course get over it right away and I embrace whatever culture I encounter, but it does take getting used to. We give each other at least three feet MINIMUM MINIMUM.

[MonumentToSin]

I've actually heard that Americans use "please" and "thank you" far more than other countries. Even if we don't always mean it, we are taught to always say "please" and "thank you" after every little exchange - we often use it multiple times in one interaction. Imagine some is handing you several items in a row - you have to say "thanks" after each item. Some people have even found it annoying haha.

[Bac_Drowned]

I feel like if you want to learn more about American etiquette you should see stuff that differs from region to region, like Southern etiquette vs east coast etiquette

[gregpetridis]

Usually if service is bad, I might still tip, but if I do, I'll give a much smaller tip than normal. I also give a little more if service was especially good. I DO NOT let the food quality decide how much of a tip they will get. The waiters do not cook. If the food is bad, I just won't go back.

[Jodcob]

I went to Ireland in 2011. The one thing that really hit me like a rock was the fact that Europeans think drinking soda out of the can or bottle is trashy. I was so confused as to why they kept giving me a glass to pour my soda in.

[SeashellsandHydrangea]

I would say that etiquette in the US varies a lot from region to region; here in Massachusetts and the Northeast in general, going up to a random stranger and starting a conversation out of nowhere is seen as prying into other peoples’ business. Also while smiling politely at someone if you make eye contact is a thing, most tend to keep to themselves. As for shoes, I always leave my shoes on the door mat when I come in to my place or other’s, especially in the winter when it snows a lot and it gets all over your boots. In general, we’re much more reserved than other places in the country, especially the South. I feel like it’s kind of difficult to make a video like that that applies to all of the US because it’s such a big place and it really depends on where you are.