Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Espanish Quirks!


  • Sevillians like to leave out their "s" when they talk, so the words sound a bit different
  • Pedestrians have the right-of-way most all the time.  Jay-walking is a popular habit over here. Traffic signs are relative.
  • NEVER forget to turn out the light/fan when you leave a room, or they will let you know!
  • "Dos besitos" or two kisses for greetings
  • When older women (50+) are walking together, they stroll arm in arm
  • Dogs on leashes are under the full authority of their owners; we often see dogs being dragged by their harnesses in protest
  • If a girl is looking particularly beautiful someday, the men will let her know verbally (I don't think it's so quirky ;)
  • Cockroaches fly here
  • Snails are a delicacy
  • Whole neighborhoods throw fiestas!
  • Some women need to lay off on the blue eyeshadow
  • "Chinos" or Chinese people speak Spanish with Chinese accents
  • There are creepers in the park
  • If you get lost, everyone around you joins in to help (speaking from experience)
  • Our "dressed-up" is their "casual"
  • Shot-gun showers
  • Every building is 3+ times as old as those in America
  • They know how to dance and eat!

2 comments:

  1. All so true! I'm thrilled to read about your first days - and I know you are absolutely loving it!!! Can't wait to hear more and more as you really immerse yourself in everything Spanish! Live it up girlfriend! Love you <3

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  2. What is a shotgun shower? haha this was a thoroughly enjoyable read. Glad your having a great time. Sorry I missed your skype. Try me again tomorrow if you have time.

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