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11. Why Do People Often Feel That American Friendliness Is Fake While Similar Warmth In Other Cultures Feels Genuine?

Is American friendliness different from how other cultures show warmth? I’ve noticed this with some friends from the US. They are genuinely kind, but at first it felt a bit overwhelming, especially the big laughs when taking photos and the extra enthusiasm when we didn’t know each other well. Europeans often describe American friendliness as fake or scripted. Smiling a lot, chatting with strangers, asking "How are you?" without expecting an honest answer are typical examples. But other cultures like Brazil are even louder and warmer, yet people call that fun and genuine. So why does this difference exist? Is it the style of politeness, cultural communication norms, or just the expectations of outsiders? Why does one type of warmth feel authentic while another can seem superficial? Any-Concentrate-1922: I honestly think people just hate Americans.