Girls, What are the stereotypes of British men in your country?

[NiallM]

I was wondering what positives traits you asscoaite with British men

I am well aware of the bad

- Bad teeth
- Eat crumpets (which frankly we don't, not even sure what they are tbh)
- Drinks Tea (I hate tea with a passion)
- We are all pale and freckeled (guilty as charged)
- We love to queue (Its just polite folks)
- We are shy and awkward (Its endearing I promise)
- We like to say sorry (Sorry in the uk is also used to say "excuse me" which is really what we mean when we say sorry, you'de be hard pressed to get a brit to apoligaise for real)
- Terrible food (I'd have to beg to differ lads)

Also attatch your country if you don't mind, its nice to se what different people think you know

I find Brits as a whole attractive, accent and all

I just like the culture

I just like the accent

Not bothered

I despise the accent

I loath the culture

I just hate you all Brits if I'm frank

[coconutelixir]

I'm American, and besides the stuff you listed, I think Americans generally have a positive view towards British, except that sometimes we get the vibe that you all like to look down upon us for being ignorant and dumb. Anyways... Harry Potter, Adele, One Direction, Ed Sheeran, The Wanted, Elijah Wood, Keira Knightley, Ben Kingsley, Downton Abbey, Sherlock, The Beatles... it seems like everything mainstream entertainment from you guys that makes its way here is considered respectable, reliably good, and classy. I can only think of Robert Pattinson who gets a lot of hate... due to Twilight, but if you watch his interviews, he's so grounded and likable. American girls swoon over him.

I think the British overall homogenously are a well-dressed society.

My parents are Pakistani, and I've heard Pakistanis in the UK are involved in a lot of racial tension and find the word Paki insulting while in America, Paki is a completely benign word.

American women tend to go crazy for English, Irish and Scottish accents... not even exaggerating. It makes a person ridiculously more attractive here. I think American women maybe associate men with the accent as being classy and good in bed. Not sure what American males feel about females with these accents. Also, it seems like British people are very good at nailing the American accent whereas we suck at your accent. Andrew Lincoln and Lauren Cohen from The Walking Dead, Josh Bowman from Revenge, Hugh Laurie from House, etc. I wouldn't be able to pick out they really have British accents.

[NiallM]

Ummm Elijah Wood is American I regret to tell you. Yeah the word Paki is a very offensive word used by ignorant assholes who can't even point to uk on a map let alone Pakistan, although they use it to describe all middle easterns even though Pakistan isn't really in the middle east but there you go.

[coconutelixir]

oh omg sorry i meant orlando bloom not elijah wood! lol wow

[NiallM]

Hahaha

[coconutelixir]

Also, this one sounds kinda mean but I dont mean it like that... when I think British, I think plain jane look. Pale, very thin lips, nothing particularly striking but on the flip side it can be considered a classic look I guess.

[SomewhereElse]

Germans don't have any stereotypes associated with British men in particular as far as I know- but the only other stereotype i haven't seen in your list that I can think of is being incredibly sun-burned and drunk on vacation. Oh, and many also think that not being able to speak a foreign language indicates being mentally lazy.

... personally, I like Britain and British People in General, male and female.

[NiallM]

Well the kind of people who go away to get drunk are called chavs and we hate them too. Our sun burnt is a badge of honour, at least we tried eh haha. Well I'm sad to say I don't speak a second language only a little French were as my sister speaking fluent French and Spanish not to mention speaking good Portuguese and a bit of German and Latin, So some of us do bother I promise haha.

[abacaxi84]

@SomewhereElse. In British state schools you don't get taught a foreign language until you are 12, whereas most non English speaking countries start their foreign language tuition far earlier, when it is easier for kids to pick up.
Also, for a second, try and imagine what it is like to be a native English (the most widely spoken language) speaker, when you trying to learn a foreign language. I had to learn Brazilian Portuguese as an adult, for professional reasons, and a lot of the time it was a nightmare when i was in Brazil.
Most people already spoke good English, so they often wanted to prove how good their English was, etc.

The average experience for an English speaker trying to learn a foreign language, and speak it, is that they get shot down when they try speaking, and the person will instantly start talking English to them. I was lucky that I eventually did a language course where I was placed to stay with a family who spoke next to no English

[NiallM]

@abacaxi84 I'd definitely agree with what you've said especially about when abroad they only want to speak English with you so you can't practice. My French is okay but when I try and practice French people just cut to English even if my French is better than their English. My sister who is a French and Spanish teacher had the same problem when she lived in France and she speaks better French then most French people she encountered spoke English by a long way.

[abacaxi84]

Yeah, my big problem in Brazil (at least in Rio and São Paulo) was that loads of people cut to English, because they thought they knew English, but almost everyone in Brazil learns American English, so 9 times out of 10, they couldn't actually understand my British accent when they tried to show off their English!

[SomewhereElse]

@abacaxi I wasn't making a judgment on it, merely telling you what the general attitudes of the German public are towards British people. Sorry if that didn't come across as intended. I happen to disagree with those stereotypes... well, maybe not the sunburned-part, but I think that applies to German tourists in equal measure :D

Personally, I think it's about as accurate to deduce intelligence and education from the ability to speak a foreign language fluently as it is to use tarot cards to predict the weather. As you say, there usually simply isn't a real, pressing need for native English speakers to pick up a foreign language, and honestly, not much in the way of entertainment or literature to make it more appealing... unless your interests happen to fall that way. Whereas for most other people, learning English is more of a necessity than a choice. So in my opinion, those scenarios really cannot be compared and do not in any way reflect on a person's mental effort.

[Henrieke]

British food is best! I like most Brits and I like England and I love the accent and British series are awesome!
In fact I'm flying to New Castle on Saturday and I've been looking forward to all the food for the past month! Can't wait for a nice Sunday roast! And fish and chips and chicken kiev and and and... nom nom.

I'm from the Netherlands by the way.

[Henrieke]

I should add I also really like the culture although I worked as an au pair for a British family for a while and I really disliked the family dynamic, especially the role of the male but he might have just been a crappy dad and husband, so I'm not sure if they were just the one off or if that is an actual thing...

[NiallM]

Really most people don't like the food. What role did he take in that family? Also Newcastle is one word but I'll forgive you ;)

[Henrieke]

Oh dear well I'm glad i'm forgiven.
It was like the mum and dad worked a lot but when they where home the dad would always just be off again to the pub and drink all night, and if he wasn't drinking he was playing golf all weekend and if he wasn't playing golf or drinking he would be at home grumpy and lazy as fuck ordering everyone around. He never spend any time with his wife or children and if his wife finally got a chance to go out with her friends and he was supposed to watch the kids he would get really jealous and just take off to drink some more. But I guess (and hope) that was just him being crappy and not all brits are like that.

[leaeicher]

I'm swiss and I literally drool over British guys; you have a great sense of humor, you can actually drink more than two beers without geting annoyingly drunk, your accent is adorable, so is your pale skin, you are all super friendly, and most of you are HOT

[NiallM]

Most of us are Hot? Love you ever been to England, my god its like feeding day at the zoo hahaha

[leaeicher]

I have actually. I might be a bit weird I am not superficial and a guy who's funny and smart and interesting is hot to me

[NiallM]

Aww good on ya, did you enjoy England?

[leaeicher]

Very much. She's gorgeous.

[NiallM]

"She's Gorgeous"?

[leaeicher]

The country.

[NiallM]

Ah I see glad you enjoyed you stay in Blighty :)

[Anonymous]

Well I'm from England lol so it's a bit scewed. The stereotype I thought of is lads going for cheeky nandos etc.

[NiallM]

Your speaking my Language mate

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[Opinion Owner]

Lols

[Anonymous]

I am British, and out of 11 guys I have been involved with (I am 31) - only two were British. The British guys were the ones who were clearly just in it for the sex -- but I am only dealing with a small sample. So from personal experience, British men (even when they are in their 30s) seem to be more immature and commitment phobic than other nationalities.

[lolababe12]

I typically find British men attractive. I'm from the Untied States. I think the accent is cute and I especially love gentlemen so if you're an attractive British gentleman who knows how to treat a woman right, you have a lot going on for you.

[NiallM]

Wait attractive or British attractive? There is a difference, we aren't the best looking bunch

[lolababe12]

Well it depends on you're personality. If I really like you as a person looks aren't everything but I generally like British men. As long as you're not a jerk, I'm fine and I'd be willing to get to know you.

[NiallM]

May I ask what is it about American guys that makes brits look so appealing? you said we are gentlemen are American men not?

[lolababe12]

Of course, I'd be happy to elaborate. Well, it's not that all American men aren't gentlemen. I've met plenty of gentlemanly, alluring American men who also happened to be physically attractive. British men have an appeal to American women for some reason. I think it's because you are known for your polite behavior and gentlemanly manner and I as a woman highly respect that. There's also the fact that most British men I've come in contact with were very witty and intelligent and I also find that attractive. There's also the whole British actor factor in America, such as Tom Hiddleston, Jude Law, etc. I practically swoon over these men. Tom Hiddleston is intelligent, such a gentleman, witty, and is somewhat physically attractive. His other qualities make up for the physical part and make him seem more attractive. Jude Law- now I find his very physically attractive so that's a different case. Dan Radcliffe is so sweet, charming, and intelligent. I think it's the traits associated.

[lolababe12]

Generally, American women have a thing for foreign men.

[NiallM]

Damn when you elaborate you don't take any prisoners haha. well brits tend to hear stories of being in america and only having to open their mouth to be approached even if they are just ordering a beer that a girl will approach them just for hearing that they are British. Is there any truth to that? Or will a girl just be more open to being approached by a brit?

[lolababe12]

Haha, sure. Hmm, that's interesting way of looking at it. I personally am not going to approach a man just because he's British. I think American women would definitely be more open to you guys though. For sure, just because of our fascination with British men in general. There's these romantic ideals associated with British men. It's hard to explain. Movies that feature Britain and love stories for instance. (Shakespeare in Love, Pride and Prejudice, Pirates of the Caribbean ( Jack Sparrow is a filthy pirate yet how many girls swoon over him? haha) etc.)
But, if you are pretty attractive and if a girl from America hears that accent, definitely you've already sparked her interest (my interest at least haha). Furthermore, I think you yourself can seal the deal if you approach her, not the other way around. Especially with charm and poise because it plays on that romantic ideal we American women have.

[NiallM]

And how would a brit approach you (lets say at a party or just out & about) and win your heart then?

[lolababe12]

Well, just like any guy who finds a woman attractive. If you see someone who catches your eye make an effort to strike up conversation, introduce yourself, compliment her, flirt with her, etc. Just be yourself and be respectful of course. I'm sure the accent will strike her as charming also if you yourself are already polite, nice, flirty, funny, etc. The accent in other words can only help you in my opinion but it's not 100% of how we'll ultimately decide if we like you or not. You truly need to be yourself I think and just flirt like you normally would with any girl you fancy.

[NiallM]

Well I'm terrible at flirting and chatting up girls I fancy so I'll try and do something different to my normal routine then haha

[lolababe12]

Haha, You probably aren't half as bad as you think. If you just talk to them like you're talking to me and just engage in conversation and seem to take a genuine interest in them, you should be fine! Honestly.

[NiallM]

Yeah thats the problem love i can't talk to girls I perceive as attractive, girls that are pretty but I don't fancy always end up fancying me. If i could act the way I do around girls I don't like then I would be grand. Trouble I lack confidence around pretty girls which means I never get to know them and there personality which sucks.

[lolababe12]

Yes, I understand completely. I could tell you to stop thinking too much into it and what not but I know that it's difficult to do. I can talk to people I find attractive. It's not an issue. However, as soon as I fall for you (personality wise, etc.) I then become more aware of myself and much more reserved as well because I'm afraid I'll say something incredibly daft. This hinders further bonding with the person you developed feelings for. So, I understand. BUT, you somehow just have to remind yourself of past regrets and try to be as open as you can. I know it's hard, but it's definitely worth it in the end, and most likely they'll appreciate a guy who knows what he wants and takes initiative. I know I would. Also, you seem pretty decent and nice guy so have more confidence haha. You can do this.

[NiallM]

Thanks for the moral support mate :)

[lolababe12]

No problem at all :) Good luck! ( I was just looking through some of this again and I saw a couple of typing errors.. so sorry about that haha. United States not Untied haha.)

[NiallM]

Well I'm dyslexic so I won't judge ya don't you worry :)

[fauchelevent]

I'm from the UK, I voted that I hate our culture :P We're not really the greatest people, in my opinion.

[NiallM]

Never said we were the greatest at all but if you removed the chavs it would be pretty damn great haha

[sherbearee]

In my country? Brits are about as welcomed as you can get.
Canada, by the way aha

[NiallM]

Why are we welcome eh, too much beer not enough drunkards to drink it for you? Not meeting your sarcasm quotas? Not enough Bants going round?

[sherbearee]

Actually, maybe it has to do with the fact that we have the same queen.
Everyone adores Brit accents.
Sorry="excuse me" here as well

[NiallM]

Well I'm a anti royalist so your barking up the wrong tree love. Don't know why they are boring. Yeah I wish Americans would just get that and stop we saying apologise for everything its a bit annoying.

[sherbearee]

lol, sure, sorry.
Well maybe you're just so used to the dialect/accent. Do you find north American accents appealing?

[NiallM]

Yeah I suppose but it always seems like Americans in particular go nuts for it. The Southern US Accent is Hot af. Normal US is okay, valley girl nope, Canadian yeah. Although I will say if you travel to the UK or Europe for that matter everyone will think your American because we can't really tell the difference between the Canadian and American accent. I met a young Canadian couple while interrailing and till they said where they were from I though they were from California (valley girl sort of accent). I'd need a solid example of your sort of accent to decide for sure though.

[sherbearee]

Well I guess there you go. I don't find "normal" Canadian/American accents attractive (i can't tell the difference), as I hear them all the time. I basically sound like the generic American person.
I haven't heard of "valley girl" accents before though

[NiallM]

Valley girl = https://youtu.be/mIBg-w6TNLE?t=151

Well The genetic north American accent isn't good or bad, its just because of the USA it conjures up thoughts of morons, there is differently a mental connection in Brits minds between the genetic American accent and being thick as a post (stupid). You Canadians need to change up your accent a wee bit so we can learn to love it.

[JayneW]

i voted B but I'm British so probably doesn't count!

[abundantlyrich]

Conmen and they steal people's land and resources.

[NiallM]

Well my family are Irish Republicans so I'd agree with you on that but the empire is dead and independence for the last remainders of the empire is coming... fingers crossed anyway

[abundantlyrich]

I was talking mainly about the English.

[NiallM]

Yes I know thats why I'm agreeing with you