A Look Inside The Lives of Ordinary Swedes, 55 Facts About Swedish Culture Guaranteed To Make You Go “Wow!”
No Small Talk, Thanks
Conversing with a stranger is considered normal in many cultures and can sometimes lead to the development of a lasting friendship. However, the Swedes don’t share this view. They see conversation as a means to an end and don’t put much stock in small talk that leads nowhere.
Frequently, they will avoid making eye contact with a stranger to avoid starting a potentially uncomfortable and pointless conversation. Despite their reserved appearance, Swedish people are known to be polite and friendly.
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