Nationality Stereotypes

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National Stereotypes are generalizations about different countries that are often used as a form of trolling or flaming. These can be considered as racism and are often spread after a certain event or time that occurred in a certain nation or region. If the event or time can easily be mocked, then stereotypes are sure to spread. These stereotypes have a large presence on the internet, not just in real life.

Notable Examples

Germans are Nazis

Despite the fact that the Nazi Reich was decimated at the end of WWII, the Germans are still sometimes referred to as being Nazi-like, specifically dealing with their strict sense of organization.

The French are Cowards

The stereotype originated when the French when they quickly surrendered in WW2 to the Nazis. To this day they are mocked for it and have obtained the reputation of being soft cowards.

Americans are Fat

Due to the cheapness and convenience of fast food, the United States has begun to have a high obesity ratio in recent years. Because of this and the general wealth of the nation, Americans on the internet are generally considered fat, greedy, and entitled.

Russians are Drunk

The stereotype generally originated from the harsh times in Russia during the communist regime, when the pay was very low and the cold was immense. Many Russians resorted to alchoholism for comfort; thus, the Russians gained the image of drunk and clumsy alcoholics. Russians are, to be specific, always to be portrayed to drink Vodka out of all alcoholic drinks.

Asians are Inhuman

This stems from what westerners perceive as a skillful, and in some cases, seemingly inhuman or godlike approach to things by Asians, especially by Oriental people. Add to the fact that the Japanese and Koreans are technologically advanced, with robots and high-tech gadgetry. Comments such as “Level: Asian” or similar are common in YouTube and other sites, often mocking or poking fun at their sense of perseverance and skill.

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