CULTURAL DIFFERENCE BETWEEN UNITED STATES AND UKRAINE
The United States of America is a country of many cultures mixed in one. The main reason for this is immigration. It has many religions, many languages spoken, and many ethnic beliefs. Some religions, languages or beliefs, may be more frequently spoken or believed then others, but in general the United States has a wide variety of culture. On the other hand, Ukraine, which is a country much smaller then the United States, has basically one culture which is a unique culture all in its own. They basically have one language, one religion, and one kind of belief system. These two countries vary from one another, at many different aspects of culture, but as much as they differ from one another there are some similarities between both countries.
The United States and Ukraine are very different in culture, probably because of the difference in location. The United States is in North America, which is in the northwestern hemisphere, and Ukraine is in southeastern Europe, which is mainly in the northeastern hemisphere. Both these countries have one particular language, which is mostly spoken throughout the land, but these languages very in both the United States and Ukraine. In Ukraine, the official language of the country is Ukrainian. Most of the people in that country speak Ukrainian, but there are some that speak different languages. One language that is spoken a lot in Ukraine is Russian. The main reason for this is b...
America and the USSR both had different opinions on communism and how a country should be run. The USSR believed communism was the perfect way to run its country and people. Communism consisted of a one party state which owned the whole of the industry business and the agricultural business too. There would be no individual profit making and everyone was equal and received an equal amount of money. America, however was a capitalist state which meant that there was freedom of speech, free elections and more than one political party.
In this country, we live in a mix culture and a mix race. When we walk out in the street, the first thing we notice is people from different ethnicities. The United States has always been the country where we come to make our dreams come true. Yet we never forget the country we came from. The languages is one thing we do not forget about our country but we should also know the English language. In this country it is essential for a person to know 2 or more languages. Regardless of how many languages we know, we all have a language we prefer over the other.
Cultural Difference between Mexicans and Americans While Texas leader Stephen Austin initially had no contempt toward Mexicans, the Anglo-American citizens in the area did. The American Texans of the 1800’s defined Mexicans as “a race alien to everything that Americans held dear” (De Leon 4). This sentiment would serve as the primary catalyst to the Texas secession from Mexico. When Austin began colonizing the area, he envisioned a place in which Anglo-Americans and Tejanos, Mexicans living in Texas, could live together. Eventually, though, the public opinions of North American settlers in the territory and in Washington would make him realize that the goal of unity between the two groups was impossible.
Spanish, Hispanic, and Latin American cultures vary from American culture. Many of these cultural differences revolve around everyday life, oddities, special occasions, and food.Whether they be about strong family bonds, a memorial island in the backwoods of Mexico, wedding traditions, or meal-times, these cultural aspects help make every nationality unique. On the whole, life in Spanish speaking countries operates differently than in America.
Language is universal, but there are different meanings and sounds, which vary from one culture to another. In China citizens speak many languages, but about 94% speak the Chinese language. The difference in dialects was overcome by the written word and eventually a version of Mandrin became the “official speech” (The Cambridge Illustrated History of China, 1996,p.304). In America there are many ethnic groups with many varieties of language. The U.S. was created through many people from different countries migrating to the new states. In the U.S. there is an “official speech” which is the English language. The language of both these countries are not only different in meaning and sound, but also reflect the way in which the people in these societies live, believe, and function.
Even though the United States and Mexico share a common border the difference in culture between the two is significant. cultural Mexico has a very different history than the United States, and therefore is different in many ways. Both countries differ from equality/inequality, collectivism/individualism, gender roles, uncertainty avoidance, indulgence, restrains, and power distance index. In comparison with the United States, Mexico 's culture is more family-oriented and family is their first priority. Their children are celebrated, sheltered and wives fulfill domestic roles. Mexico places more importance on well-defined power and authority structures in organizations, and prefers more certainty and predictability. In the United States,
When it comes to Culture America has no definite culture other than what the europeans initially made it. America itself has a vast array of diverse cultures co residing as one unit. In story “Coming of Age in the Dawnland” by Charles C. Mann,we learned how the Europeans came to America and adapted a lot of
Russia culture is very different from any other culture that I have ever read about. This is a country that is dominated by males. Males actually run the county of Russia. The men are so dominated that every Russian women dream is to be married and have a family with these men. Russia is known for its poor society. In the book Sakharov he mentions how he moved from one place to another. He first was in Moscow’s larger apartments with his family. In this apartment there were six families. With thin the six families they had to share the kitchen and the bathroom. Then he states that he moved into a very old house and in this old house there was a leaking ceiling. With in this house there were still six families that shared everything. (Sakharov 24-25)
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The country of Poland historically experienced a variety of dependency on countries that conquered them. As the nation struggled for independence, the traditional culture and foods adapted influence on the other controlling nations. Through history Poland was overtaken by a variety of countries which influenced the culture and food traditions. Poland independence was significantly re established much like how the modern student and government restriction change the economy in America today. “College students’ ideas about food are embedded in the value system of U.S. society. Unlike non capitalist societies where food exchanges reduce social distance and solidify relationships” (Counihan 113) The influence of war and economic status change of
Correspondingly, Europeans were also persuaded to explore and settle in the North America because of the multitude of differences between them. Unlike the New World, Europe was composed of large, yet close together countries. These nations each had their own sophisticated government; While each tribe had their own way of life, they did not have written laws or a form of currency. In contrast to North America’s sparse inhabitants, European countries encompassed high population densities as well. Similarly, the land in the New World was significantly different than the land in Europe. North America’s terrain was rich in precious metals and resources, whereas the Old World’s land had been tapped out. In addition, Europe philosophy was that the
The first theme of the four themes is Global Interrelatedness can be used on how The United States and Britain formed an alliance to stop Adolf Hitler and his axis countries. I think this is Global Interrelatedness because it is connecting both countries which is what Global Interrelatedness is about it is about connecting cultures through things like trade and pacts(Findley & Rothney,2011). The United States and Britain making a pact shows them working together during World War II. This pact is also still today so this has also made Britain and the United States permanent allies(Halsy & Friedman, 1983). Another example of Global Interrelatedness is Adolf Hitlers far reaching allies from Japan and Italy.
There is something that is special to each and every country. Something that is embedded in the roots of the past and continues to show its face even now. That thing, is culture.
Interestingly enough, even countries within the same language area are known to have seperate realia. For example, while England has her Conservative Party, the Republic of Ireland does not. In turn, the English are unfamiliar with the Irish Clan of the Gaels, the Troubles, or St Stephen’s Day. Likewise, English-speaking nations such as Great Britain and the United States may use the same terminology for different concepts. The Supreme Court – the highest court in both countries – share a number of similarities, yet have different judicial powers. This diversity does not only apply to institutional realia, but also to social and cultural realia. The English have their fish and chips and red buses, the Scottish their square sausage and
How are you doing today? Hope splendid. Pls my wife, i am not scared or avoiding you when you were in the hospital then, you were taken oxyen and other treatments which i dont want to disturb you when i came in and i didnt know you will be angry with me becos of that and i was very close to you wben you asked me for help or throw your stuff for trash and pls, forgive me for that for not showing care but i really cares about everything for you and it can't happen again. You have to know that i am new in the country and i am still learning the america culture and Nigeria culture is somehow different with america culture. Thats why i told you that if i did wrong to you, try to correct me or tell me immediately, so i can correct