I am an American but I have been with a Turkish guy for almost 3 years. I have learned a lot about the culture and food and plan a trip next summer to Izmir. Being in an intercultural relationship is hard work...but I love it and love him. Any constructive thoughts would be appreciated.
2006-06-21 14:10:37 · 8 answers · asked by oceanchic66 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Languages
Izmir is on the Aagean Sea!! Where r u from MATH?
2006-06-21 14:16:28 · update #1
I have not been to Izmir in about 25 years, but I expect that some things are about the same. You may find that your man treats you a bit different when you are in his country. There is a lot of cultural pressure to keep things as they have been for hundreds of years. One of these things is thatwomen still have a place in Turkish society that is lesser than men. Be aware that you may find that you may find out some new things about Mr right when you are with him in Turkey. Best of luck and don't let me worry youI If this is the guy for you and he is willing to take you back to his country be grateful!
2006-06-21 17:32:56 · answer #1 · answered by cbwarrantjr 1 · 3⤊ 3⤋
Hmm I work with a Turk who is actually from Izmir and going back with his wife in September. Not sure what to tell you. Some are very traditional some not at all.
I also have a bit of experience with the "intercultural" relationship thing since my wife if Indian.
My wifes family was very upset when they first found out she wanted to marry me but then she home and explained things and then they met me and are pretty much happier than they expected they'd ever be with whoever she would have married. I haven't had much problems. Im pretty open minded and don't want to start fights with folks and don't say American ideas are the only worthwhile ideas or nonsense like that. Treat his culture with respect and hopefully he will treat yours with the same. Thats the best basis for a relationship.
2006-06-21 14:17:17 · answer #2 · answered by Lupin IV 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Learning it
Hopefully going there within the next 2 years
And yes, my boyfriend is turkish and is from Izmir (born in Canada, but has also lived in Turkey for several years) but back in Canada to stay.
If you really love each other, and respect each others' cultures, differences and views, then it shouldn't be too hard to maintain a relationship.
We've been together over a year now, and we're extremely happy together !
Best to you and your boyfriend :)
2006-06-21 15:55:29 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm Turkish. So I know Turkish..I live in Istanbul since I was born...And I think Turkish men are the most suitable guys for the other nations' women and I'm very suprised about it, lol..Happy life to you..And my mother city is İzmir (because of my father, he was born there).. İzmir is very beautiful and hot..It's the best place for the summer (other than Bodrum, Marmaris, Fethiye, etc.)..But I reccomend you Istanbul too..If you love history and fun ;-)
2006-06-21 20:10:13 · answer #4 · answered by Irmak 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i am turkish! i also kno Izmir, my family owns a hotel ther! (IZmir is next to the water right) to clarify it more, i am half turkish n i live in toronto
2006-06-21 14:15:04 · answer #5 · answered by $ MATH THUGZ 4 LYFE $ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try to learn as much as U can, he will change when he is home in his surroundings, at home his family is everything and U nothing, remember the movie, "Not without my Daughter" very true, living in US, all foreign men are OK, but if they go back home, watch out girl... been there, done that....
2006-06-21 14:22:21 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A1: No
A2: Yes (Antallia)
A3: No
But I can only answer for myself. I can't answer for anyone else.
2006-06-21 14:16:45 · answer #7 · answered by asterisk_dot_asterisk 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no,no,and no
2006-06-21 14:40:42 · answer #8 · answered by tykasia32 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋