If you are an American you will be familiar with the untrue stereotypes that people have of you and they can be very hurtful. We take a look at 20 of the most offensive things people think of Americans that show just plain wrong.
They Are Unoriginal
There is a perception that people from the U.S. lack originality but they fail to acknowledge all of the great inventions citizens have created such as the internet, 3-D printers, and the iPhone.
They Are Uncultured
The U.S. may not be as old as many European countries but that does not mean they are not cultural. Americans may not be able to lay claim to building ancient civilizations but the U.S. does have some of the best writers, theater directors, and musicians in the world.
They Are All Nationals
International news tells you that the U.S. is very supportive when it comes to helping citizens around the world but there is still a perception that all Americans are nationalists, which is simply not the case.
That Small Towns are Uneducated
One of the biggest stereotypes of small towns in America is that its residents are uneducated and have no common sense. People will assume outlandish things such as small towns having no running water, internet, or access to modern-day food and drink, which is bizarre indeed.
Rural American Life is Simple
Similar to the notion that people from small towns are dumb, there is a perception that rural America is just like it is portrayed in the movies with people completely cut off from life and illiterate to modern culture.
They Don’t Travel
As the U.S. is so vast there is a perception that citizens don’t travel as there is so much to see in their state. Some go even further in saying Americans will not travel at all but both views are wrong as Americans love to travel as you would see if you visited any European city.
They Are all Fundamental Christians
Just as Americans celebrate diverse cultures they celebrate a diverse range of religions but despite this, the U.S. has a reputation for being fundamental Christians. There may be a large number of Christians in the South but elsewhere Americans practice so many religions.
They Drink Awful Beer
While beer is a huge part of the American identity, the country has a reputation for making watery and tasteless beer. However, Americans believe that their beer beats other world beers hands down. In reality, there is less Bud Light and more craft beer sold in U.S. bars.
They Are All Biased
People from around the world hold the belief that Americans are prejudiced, with homophobia rife in so many states. While there is a fair amount of discrimination place across the country, the same could be said for most countries and the reality is that Americans are very welcoming of all walks of life.
They Are All Loud
Americans have a reputation for being very loud and, admittedly, there are a lot of people who love the sound of their voices. However, there are so many Americana who love the quiet life and are equally as embarrassed by loud U.S. citizens taking over.
They Are All Obese
There is, without doubt, an obesity problem in America but the idea that all Americans love eating in excess is false. There are many Americans who are health conscious and work hard to eat a balanced diet for the sake of their well-being.
They All Have Cosmetic Surgery
Celebrity culture is big in the U.S. and many women, particularly in California and New York, feel that cosmetic surgery is for them. That doesn’t mean that every citizen is obsessed with getting work done.
They Are All Dumb
Americans are annoyed that people think that they are dumb but cannot quite work out how people got that assumption. While some people may be educationally challenged, the country has some of the best colleges in the world for good reason.
They Are All Cheerful
So many Americans are very positive but this is not the case for everyone, regardless of what people think. Americans are allowed to be down just as much as people from any other country and that is ok.
They All Love Arms
Not all Americans are consumed by gun culture and many oppose guns as much as people outside of the U.S. Believe it or not, not all U.S. citizens own a gun and some are trying to stop others from doing so.
They Are All Racist
Just as not all Americans are homophobic or nationalist, they are not all racist. It is fair to say that there is an issue with race in America but many systems are fighting against it with the rest of the world.
They Are All Arrogant
The stereotype that Americans are arrogant often stems from the fact that their culture, language, belief systems, and trends are followed the world over but so many Americans do not indulge in complacency and love learning and appreciating other cultures.
They Are All Into Party Culture
US colleges are renowned for enjoying parties and embracing frat life but that is not true for every student. Many college students just want to get their heads down and get on with their studies and spend most of their time in the library.
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