Studying in the United States: How to chat with Americans?

American immigrants or international students have to mention American taboos. The United States is free, but it cannot be boundless; The United States is democratic, but its words and deeds cannot be out of line; America is a young immigrant country, but it also has its own customs and taboos. Therefore, mastering the taboos of various countries is helpful to interpersonal communication. This can avoid many misunderstandings and embarrassment. Some taboos in chatting with Americans: Introduction: Standard American English Tips Standard English Tips Speaking English is more than just using correct grammar. In order to use English effectively, you need to know the English-speaking culture. Here are some important tips to remember when speaking English in America. Speaking English is not only grammatically correct. In order to use English effectively, you need to know the culture of the language-using country. If you speak English in America, here are some things you should know. What you need to remember is: * Most Americans only speak English: Although it is true that more and more Americans speak Spanish, most Americans only speak English. Don't expect them to understand your mother tongue. Most Americans can only speak English: it is true that more and more Americans can speak Spanish now, but most Americans can only speak English, so don't expect them to understand your mother tongue. Americans have difficulty in understanding foreign accents: many Americans are not used to foreign accents. This requires the patience of both of you! It is difficult for Americans to understand foreign accents: many Americans are not used to foreign accents, so both sides of your conversation need to be patient. Talking about places: Americans like to talk about places. When talking to strangers, ask them where they come from, and then establish contact with that place. For example, "Oh, I have a friend who is studying in Los Angeles. He said it was a beautiful place to live. " Most Americans will be happy to talk about their experiences of living or visiting that granular city or region. Talking about places: Americans like to talk about places. When talking to strangers, you can ask them where they are from and find your connection with that place. For example, you can say, "Ah, I have a friend who is studying in Los Angeles. He said it was a beautiful place. " At this time, most Americans will be willing to talk about their experiences of living or visiting that particular place or region. Talking about work: Americans usually ask, "What do you do?" It will not be considered indifferent (in some countries), and it is a hot topic among strangers. Talking about work: Americans usually ask, "What do you do?" In some countries, it is considered impolite, but not in America. It's just a hot topic of conversation between strangers. * Talking about sports: Americans love sports! Anyway, they love American sports. When it comes to football, most Americans understand "American football" rather than soccer. Talking about sports: Americans love sports! However, they like American sports. When it comes to football, most Americans will understand it as rugby rather than football. * Be careful when expressing ideas about race, religion or other sensitive topics: America is a multicultural society. Especially in recent years, Americans have worked very hard to be sensitive to other cultures and ideas. Talking about sensitive topics, such as religion or belief, is usually avoided to ensure that people with different belief systems are not provided. This is often called "political correctness". Be careful when talking about race, religion or other sensitive topics: America is a multicultural society. Especially in recent years, Americans are very sensitive to other cultures and viewpoints. Sensitive topics such as religion or belief are usually not mentioned in conversation, so as not to offend others. This is what is commonly called "political correctness". Use last names when addressing people you don't know: address them by their titles (Mr., Ms., Dr.) and last names. When addressing people you don't know, use their titles (sir, madam, doctor, etc.). ) add their last names. Be sure to use "Ms" when addressing women: it is very important to use "Ms" when addressing women. You can only use "Mrs" when the lady asks you to do so! It is very important to use "Ms" when addressing women. If the other person asks you to call yourself "madam", just do it. Many Americans like to use their first names: Americans usually like to use their first names, even when dealing with people in very different positions. Americans usually say, "Call me Tom." Then I hope you will keep a first-name relationship. Many people like to be called by their first names: Americans usually like to be called by their first names, even when dealing with people with different identities. They usually say, "Call me Tom", and then really want you to call me by my first name (impolite). * Americans like informality: Generally speaking, Americans like informative greetings and use first names or nicknames when talking with colleagues and acquirers. Americans are informal: Generally speaking, Americans like informal greetings, and they like to use nicknames when referring to their colleagues or using names or acquaintances. Public Behavior Pay attention to public behavior * Always shake hands: Americans shake hands when greeting each other. This is true for both men and women. Other forms of greeting, such as kissing. , is generally ungrateful. Always shake hands: Americans like to shake hands when greeting each other, which is unisex. Other ways, such as kissing on the cheek, are highly recommended. * Look into each other's eyes: Americans look into each other's eyes when they speak to show that they are serious. Look into each other's eyes: Americans look into each other's eyes when they speak. * Don't hold hands: In America, same-sex friends don't hold hands or hug each other in public. Don't hold hands: In America, same-sex friends are not very good at holding hands or holding each other's arms in public. * No smoking! ! In modern America, most Americans strongly oppose smoking, even in public places. Smoking is old-fashioned! ! In contemporary America, smoking, especially in public places, is a very unacceptable behavior. The above are taboos for studying in the United States. Everyone should learn to do as the Romans do, so that they can integrate into the United States to study more quickly.