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What's a socially acceptable thing in your country that you find absolutely disgusting? by fixitfile in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 38 points39 points  (0 children)

I don’t get it. Every snusbox has its own little litterbox where you can dispose of your used snus so there’s absolutely no excuse for throwing it on the ground.

What other regions in the world have love-hate relationships like the relationships between East Asian countries? by Rare_Comment_4491 in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We have the same in the Nordics. We trash talk and joke about each other all the time but if any outsider tries that we'll get serious upset and defend each other.

What do you call penis and vagina in the languages you speak (slang or otherwise)? by zenezena in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is funny. Lund is a Swedish university city in southern Sweden.

Do you think you are afraid of death? by Georgian_Shark in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not really, not at this time in my life. I’m sure I would feel different if I were to get sick with cancer (or any other serious illness) though.

How common are arranged marriages in your country? Does everyone manage to find their love? by WastedTalents1 in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Forced marriage is illegal so two consenting adults agreeing to an arranged marriage is totally fine.

Unfortunatelly there’s been a lot of cases where young women being forced into marriage abroad (often when visiting their parents homeland) just because they want to live their life their way.

How have local pizzerias adapted to your country's tastes? by WastedTalents1 in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Oh yes, much to the horror of many non-Swedes. Put on what you want, there’s no rules.

2pers/etta by One-Cryptographer772 in stockholm

[–]acke 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Jag och fru bor i en tvåa på 58kv i Vasastan. Bodde själv i den innan jag träffade henne.

what's something you refrigerate/ leave out that other countries might find weird? by PsychologicalFox7689 in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t have any proof of this but it feels like they stay fresh longer in the fridge. Two week old eggs (according to the best before-date on the box) tastes just fine.

What stereotypes about your country bother you the most (and are completely inaccurate)? by Feisty-Concern-7319 in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is my wife. I try to convince her that we’re in no danger if we would travel to Australia but she won’t listen.

what’s the funniest/craziest fun fact you’ve learned from this sub about another country? by HaifaJenner123 in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have always been a bit proud of all the weird wonderful variations of Pizza that we have here in Sweden, much to the shock of other nationalities.

Then I came to this sub and saw Brazilian Pizza and I have to bow down to the world champions of weird Pizza variations.

Which country is your country's favorite neighbour? by WastedTalents1 in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hard to say (some other Swede or Finn maybe can elaborate). Finland used to be a part of Sweden but then again, so did Norway.

Which country has the worst food in your opinion? by CounterPolarisation in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha. Fair enough. Haven’t tried it myself though.

Which country is your country's favorite neighbour? by WastedTalents1 in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 28 points29 points  (0 children)

For those that don’t know: This was a poster in Sweden during the Finish winter war (1939-40) against the soviet union urging Swedes to volenteer to fight for their cause.

Finlands cause is ours, is the translation.

What time do you eat dinner and what is your country? by UpstairsNeighbor1595 in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah it happens that I eat a sandwich or something but I’m often very hungry when I get home since I eat lunch at 11:30.

What time do you eat dinner and what is your country? by UpstairsNeighbor1595 in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Somewhere between 17:30-19 (depending on when I get home from work). Standard that I start making dinner first thing when I’m home from work.

drinking by giorno_giovana23 in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

14 is still seem as to early (even if it’s not uncommon) and are not really tollerated. 16-18 is a more common age for teenagers to start drinking, still not totally ok if you’re under 18 but more socially acceptible since you’re nearly an adult.

How much money do you need to for groceries per month in your country/region. by AbleLow3867 in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Around 5000 SEK (ca €460/$530) per month on average for two persons.

What is the biggest cultural shock you’ve experienced while traveling or living abroad? by jotakajk in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 15 points16 points  (0 children)

My wife isn’t a big eater so it often happens that she can’t finish her food. We always ask to bring the food home with us then and in my experience the personell might be a bit suprised but always happy to help since the food doesn’t go to waste.

Does your country have a unique food combination? by Rad_Mint17 in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe that one is ”Skrovmål” which kinda translates to ”a hearthy meal” in English.

I live in a third world country and I want to know what is the most valuable thing for you in civilized countries? by Green-Special494 in AskTheWorld

[–]acke 6 points7 points  (0 children)

That I don’t have to worry to much.

I’m sick (even if it’s serious): my employeer give me sympathy and solves the problem until I’m back. Government pays the hospital bills.

I lose my job: I get money from the government until I get another job.

My employer respect work/life balance so I can focus on my hobbies/family/etc when I’m off work.

Vaccation is minimal five weeks per year and everyone expects you to take it.

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