I'm an American. If I went Germany and I kept my mouth shut would I be able to pass for one of the locals?(I don't speak German too well).
2007-09-30 15:26:53 · 8 answers · asked by Edward 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
I don't know if you would be able to pass as one of the locals, don't see a pic and eventually you would have to open your mouth.
You say you are American, but unless you are a native, then your ancestors just might be German and this just might be where you get your look from.
2007-09-30 16:38:33 · answer #1 · answered by jelly tots 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If it's any comfort, I'm mostly of German descent and people tell me I look Swedish... you really can't win this one. After having been to Germany, I would say that even if you don't speak a word, you will probably still stand out. For instance, the first time you pass a big store window display of sex toys, your embarassment would give you away.
2007-09-30 16:00:54 · answer #2 · answered by cindylouwho38 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am an American and I was asked by German tourists if I was from Germany.
I also had someone else approach me speaking German; she seemed perplexed when I only shrugged my shoulders. I don't speak German at all.
I think maybe if we didn't have to speak, we could pass for one of the locals.
2007-09-30 15:32:35 · answer #3 · answered by nowyouknow 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sure. Just don't wear the leather shorts when you go to Berlin.
2007-09-30 16:00:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maybe your appearance seems like one. If you are certain about your national identity, why should it affect you nonetheless?
2007-09-30 15:30:48 · answer #5 · answered by july 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Is it because you walk with a "Goose Step" ?
2007-09-30 16:49:41 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Enjoy it if you like it.
2007-09-30 15:38:08 · answer #7 · answered by Mark G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would take it as a compliment...
2007-09-30 15:28:59 · answer #8 · answered by CherryCheri 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋