How Do You Understand Basic American Culture — For Foreign Visitors?
United States of America is a vast country with a diverse population. The culture of America has been shaped by a variety of forces and by the cultures of a great many countries and regions around the world. While America is very diverse, there are still some key traits shared by nearly all Americans. If you follow these tips you should be able to better understand Americans and better enjoy your stay in America. Personal Space: Americans do not like people that they do not know being too physically close to them. When out in public places, imagine that there is a 1 to 1.5 meter circle drawn around you that follows you where ever you go — that is the minimum personal space you should give people around you. Only close friends and family members are allowed to get closer. Americans consider it to be very rude and personally distressing or irritating when people “invade their personal space”. Do not touch people when you talk to them and do not get too close to them unless they make som
