Common US Cultural Nuances
Here are a few notable cultural nuances in the United States. Some other differences include the imperial system, filling up your own gas, and adding an apartment number to your address.
What differences have you seen in America’s culture that are different from your birth country?
Are there any that you didn't know before moving here, but wish you did? What nuances surprised you the most?
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