Almost all of us have been subjected to those little things people say to Asian Americans that are just darn right irritating.
You’re English is so good, is one of the top ones.
So where are you from? Where are you REALLY from?
What are you?
I’m sure you can to the list.
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Share your favorites in the comment section below.
Then check out this video from Buzz Feed: The top 21 things you should never say to an Asian.
RE: 21 things people should never say to an Asian American: Actual comments I’ve unfortunately heard:
-I bet YOU know where ALL the best Asian restaurants are.
-Why aren’t you good in Math? You should be. (the first time I heard this comment was from a high school math teacher)
-You look just like that girl in Grays Anatomy. You know who I’m talking about, right? (must be my scrubs since I work in health care. right)
-Why is your hair curly?
-Were your parents an arranged marriage?
-You don’t eat raw fish? You’re weird!
-You’re Asian, you shouldn’t have freckles!
-Do you take off your shoes at home?
-Are you (or my mom) a “Tiger Mom?”
RE” 21 things you should never say to an Asian American: Nailed it! Better than the video IMO. At least I personally have had your list asked of me.
RE:21 things you should never say to an Asian American: Occasionally, a strange stranger will ask me, “Do you know Kung-Fu?”
I stare at them, answer them quietly, “YES”. And keep on staring……..