Unexpected items foreigners associate with America

The dish known as "khao pad American" is a peculiar blend of fried rice combined with ketchup, chicken, peas, bacon, croutons, ham, hot dogs, and even raisins. This apparent creation originated when Americans were stationed in Thailand during the Vietnam War, though the exact reason remains unknown.

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A "free American" -

In Poland, a "Wolna amerykanka" is a type of wrestling match where anything is allowed, resembling a no-holds-barred fight club in Eastern Europe.

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A "full Texas" -

In Norway, the saying "Heilt Texas" is used to depict a state of disorder or confusion. Oh Norway, you truly understand us.

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An "American fist" -

In France, brass knuckles are known as "Le coup-de-poing américain."

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"American stock" -

In Belgium, a store that sells camping or outdoor products is known as an "Amerikaanse Stock."

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An "American party" -

In the Netherlands, a potluck is called an "Amerikaanse fuif" since it seems that other nations do not practice this.

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To "have an American" -

In Ireland, people use this phrase to refer to self-pleasure. The reason behind this will always be a mystery.

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"American questions" -

In Israel and several other countries, multiple choice questions on tests are perceived as distinctly American.

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An "American burger" -

In Australia, large burgers are known as "American." Is it somewhat offensive? Absolutely. Is it surprising? Not particularly.

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"American tape" -

In Spain, "Cinta Americana" is the local term for the versatile and practical tool known as duct tape.

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An "Amerikænker" -

In the Netherlands, a tumor surrounded by fatty tissue is named after America. Thank you?

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"American lettuce" -

In Brazil, the term for iceberg lettuce is "Alface Americana." Because, of course, if America is named after a vegetable it will have the least amount of nutrients possible.

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An "American stop" -

You know a California stop? Yeah, that's just an "American stop" in Canada. So stop blowing through stop signs in Quebec and giving us a bad name!

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An "American election" -

The Dutch now label media-centered elections, focused on the candidate rather than policy, as "American elections."

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An "American kitchen" -

In Spain, a "Cocina Americana" refers to a kitchen design that is open, as opposed to the traditional closed-off style.

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"Cool American" chips -

In certain European nations, like Switzerland, the flavor known as "Cool Ranch" Doritos is referred to as American. Perhaps Doritos should consider renaming it...

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"American mustard" -

In Britain, "mild mustard" refers to the mustard of inferior quality.

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An "American bathroom" -

It appears that in Malta, there is a phrase used to describe a bedroom that includes a shower. Why is this American exactly?

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An "American wake" -

In the 19th and early 20th centuries, when an Irish individual moved to America, their families would host a "wake" gathering as they knew it was highly unlikely to reunite.

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An "American fridge" -

In Britain, large refrigerators with side-by-side doors are seen as American-style.

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A "Big America" burger -

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An "American joke" -

In Japan, this phrase is used to depict a typical joke. Does it imply Japan thinks we lack originality?

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An "American dog" -

In Japan, a hot dog is referred to as a "hottodoggu," while a corndog is known as an "Amerik

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An "American placemat" -

In Italy, placemats or "tiny tablecloths" are called, "Tovagliette all'Americana."

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"American conditions" -

In the Netherlands, the term "Amerikaanse toestanden" is used to describe a significant wealth disparity between the rich and the poor.

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"American salad" -

The Slovenians refer to coleslaw as "Ameriška solata" due to its traditional use of mayonnaise in American salads.

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"American mountains" -

Rollercoasters in Russia are known as "Amerikanskie gorki."

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"American coffee" -

In Japan, the term refers to a plain, unsweetened cup of coffee. No Pumpkin Spice Lattes in Japan? Where's the uniqueness?

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"American sauce" -

Because apparently, Thousand Island dressing is something America is known for in Germany. Well hey, at least Reubens are something to be proud of.

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"American fried rice" -

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A "free American" -

In Poland, a "Wolna amerykanka" is a type of wrestling match where anything is allowed, resembling a no-holds-barred fight club in Eastern Europe.

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A "full Texas" -

In Norway, the saying "Heilt Texas" is used to depict a state of disorder or confusion. Oh Norway, you truly understand us.

Getty Images

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An "American fist" -

In France, brass knuckles are known as "Le coup-de-poing américain."

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"American stock" -

In Belgium, a store that sells camping or outdoor products is known as an "Amerikaanse Stock."

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An "American party" -

In the Netherlands, a potluck is called an "Amerikaanse fuif" since it seems that other nations do not practice this.

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To "have an American" -

In Ireland, people use this phrase to refer to self-pleasure. The reason behind this will always be a mystery.

12 / 30 Fotos

"American questions" -

In Israel and several other countries, multiple choice questions on tests are perceived as distinctly American.

13 / 30 Fotos

An "American burger" -

In Australia, large burgers are known as "American." Is it somewhat offensive? Absolutely. Is it surprising? Not particularly.

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"American tape" -

In Spain, "Cinta Americana" is the local term for the versatile and practical tool known as duct tape.

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An "Amerikænker" -

In the Netherlands, a tumor surrounded by fatty tissue is named after America. Thank you?

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"American lettuce" -

In Brazil, the term for iceberg lettuce is "Alface Americana." Because, of course, if America is named after a vegetable it will have the least amount of nutrients possible.

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An "American stop" -

You know a California stop? Yeah, that's just an "American stop" in Canada. So stop blowing through stop signs in Quebec and giving us a bad name!

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An "American election" -

The Dutch now label media-centered elections, focused on the candidate rather than policy, as "American elections."

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An "American kitchen" -

In Spain, a "Cocina Americana" refers to a kitchen design that is open, as opposed to the traditional closed-off style.

20 / 30 Fotos

"Cool American" chips -

In certain European nations, like Switzerland, the flavor known as "Cool Ranch" Doritos is referred to as American. Perhaps Doritos should consider renaming it...

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"American mustard" -

In Britain, "mild mustard" refers to the mustard of inferior quality.

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An "American bathroom" -

It appears that in Malta, there is a phrase used to describe a bedroom that includes a shower. Why is this American exactly?

23 / 30 Fotos

An "American wake" -

In the 19th and early 20th centuries, when an Irish individual moved to America, their families would host a "wake" gathering as they knew it was highly unlikely to reunite.

24 / 30 Fotos

An "American fridge" -

In Britain, large refrigerators with side-by-side doors are seen as American-style.

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A "Big America" burger -

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An "American joke" -

In Japan, this phrase is used to depict a typical joke. Does it imply Japan thinks we lack originality?

Shutterstock

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An "American dog" -

In Japan, a hot dog is referred to as a "hottodoggu," while a corndog is known as an "Amerik

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An "American placemat" -

In Italy, placemats or "tiny tablecloths" are called, "Tovagliette all'Americana."

Shutterstock

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Unexpected items foreigners associate with America

Some of these labels are painfully accurate, others will undoubtedly leave you puzzled and seeking explanation

19/03/25 | StarsInsider

LIFESTYLE World

It is undeniable that America has some foods, products, and customs that are just, well, American. Either based on stereotypes, movies, or pure fact, other countries dub countless things as being something unique to the US all the time. Some are painfully accurate, while others will leave you dumbfounded and looking for answers. For your reading pleasure, here are some of the most hilarious things the rest of the world has decided are American.