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CONCLUSION
There are the obvious cultural differences that people have pointed out here, but you must remember two things: One is that there are HUGE cultural differences inside Mexico itself. It is a very diverse country ethnically, socioeconomically, and geographically. The cultural abyss between an upper class white Mexico City housewife and a young Zapotec farmer from Oaxaca is far more pronounced than; whatever cultural differences you would find between two middle class blue collar workers on both sides of the border.
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Language
United States: In the United States, there is no federally recognized language, but over half of the 50 states have recognized American English as their official language. While English is the most widely spoken language in the nation, there are believed to be nearly 150 living languages spoken around the United States today.
Mexico: Like the United States, Mexico does not have a defined language. However, Mexico is the most populated Spanish-speaking country in the world, as there are most Spanish speakers in Mexico than there are in Spain! The Mexican government also recognizes 62 indigenous languages that are spoken within the country’s borders, called Amerindian languages.
USA
Mexico
Family
USA
Family is usually second to work.
Children often minimally parented; are independent.
Wife often fulfills dual roles.
Mobility quite common.
Mexico
Family is the first priority.
Children are celebrated and sheltered.
Wife fulfills domestic role.
Mobility is limited.
Truth is tempered by need for diplomacy.
Truth is a relative concept.
Direct Yes/No answers given and expected.
Truth seen as absolute value.
Aesthetics
USA
Mexico
No time for "useless frills".
Aesthetic side of life is important even at work.
USA
Mexico
Long Roman Catholic tradition.
Fatalistic outlook. "As God wills."
Mixed religions.
"Master of own life" outlook.
Status
Education
USA
Mexico
Analytical approach.
Emphasis on the practical.
Narrow, in-depth specialization.
Mexico
Etiquette
Money is main status measure and is reward for achievement.
Title and position more important than money in eyes of society.
USA
Memorization.
Emphasis on theoretical.
Rigid, broad curriculum
Mexico
Formality often sacrificed for efficiency.
"Let's get to the point" approach.
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"Old world" formality.
Etiquette and manners seen as measure of breeding.
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ENGLISH IV
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LIC. PABLO GONZÁLEZ CÁRDENAS
Work and Family
United States: In the United States, Americans place a lot of their self-worth on their profession, so much so that in some cases, work is placed before family. Children are raised are often raised in a more independent manner, and are encouraged to be independent of their family.
Mexico: In Mexico, family is usual placed ahead of profession. Most children are raised with a lot of parental care, and are taught to put the family first. It is not uncommon to see large Mexican families living in one location together for generations.
USA
Nationalism
(U.S.)Very patriotic.
Proud of "American way of life."
Assumes everyone shares his/her materialistic values
Very nationalistic.
Proud of long history and traditions.
Reluctant to settle outside Mexico.
Personal Sensitivity
USA
MEXICO
Separates work from emotions/personal relationships.
Sensitivity seen as weakness.
Tough business front.
Has difficulty with subtlety.
Difficulty separating work and personal relationships.
Sensitive to differences of opinion.
Fears loss of face, especially publicly.
Shuns confrontation.
Food
United States: In the U.S, there really is no such this as “traditional” American food, simply because America is considered to be the “melting pot” of many different heritages and cultures. Cuisine will vary based on location, and is largely influenced by the people living in the area.
Mexico: Mexican food is well known world-wide because of its distinct flavors and colors. Mexican food contains many delicious spices and herbs, and while most traditional dishes have originated in Mexico, it is not uncommon to see a Spanish influence in the cuisine as well.