Spanish phrases A new culture

Spanish phrases about customs and culture shock

Greetings, what is polite and what is rude, tipping, and how the first weeks in a new country feel.

B1 · Intermediate 8 phrases European Spanish
  1. En algunos países la gente se saluda con un beso

    In some countries people greet with a kiss

  2. Aquí es de mala educación señalar a la gente

    It is rude to point at people here

  3. Cada país tiene sus propias costumbres sobre la comida y los horarios

    Every country has its own customs about food and time

  4. Es de buena educación mostrar respeto por la cultura local

    It is polite to show respect for the local culture

  5. ¿Cuánto debería dejar de propina en un restaurante?

    How much should I tip in a restaurant?

  6. Aprendí a quitarme los zapatos dentro de casa

    I learned to take off my shoes inside

  7. Observa lo que hace la gente del lugar y haz lo mismo

    Watch what local people do and follow them

  8. Las primeras semanas en un país nuevo se sienten extrañas

    The first weeks in a new country feel strange

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