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When it comes to American culture, our quirks can sometimes make foreigners raise an eyebrow—or two. A recent Reddit thread opened the floodgates on 15 bizarre customs that leave non-Americans utterly bewildered. From our towering portion sizes that resemble serving sizes for a small army to the infamous abominable gaps in public restroom stalls, these observations show just how different we can be on our side of the pond.
But wait, it gets better! Foreign visitors are often shocked to discover that prices in American stores don’t include tax, leading to the frequently harsh reality of paying more than expected at the register. Imagine being told your soda costs 99 cents, only to find it costs a dollar and six cents! Now that’s a true American rollercoaster. And we can’t forget about the peculiar practice of wearing shoes in the house—can you say, “Why?”
As more visitors share their bewildering experiences, one has to wonder: are Americans oblivious to our eccentricities, or do we simply revel in them? Feel free to answer—what odd habit have you spotted in American culture that you just couldn’t comprehend?
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