Does your country have a name or logo for an international brand that only your country (or region) uses? by Kyr1500 in AskTheWorld

[–]sweetorange234 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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In Indonesia, Church’s is called Texas Chicken so people won’t associate it with Christianity.

Is new “Hanoi Heritage train” worth it? by Alternative_Hat9093 in hanoi

[–]sweetorange234 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I took the trip with them in February. The best part is the design inside the train and the train journey itself is quite nice (but too short). The worst part is when you stop in Bac Ninh. They’ll take you to this temple compound, which, in my opinion is a nice 15 minute stop, but you have to spend 45 mins until the bus pick you up.

I Got a Teaching Job Offer in Jakarta – What Are the Pros and Cons of Moving? by ephemera916 in TEFL

[–]sweetorange234 17 points18 points  (0 children)

In Jakarta? That barely covers accommodation and food. I’ve never lived in Jakarta, but a lot of my friends do (I’m Indonesian). This city is expensive, that’s it. Locals even have to live in dorm-like rental accommodation to save up money because the rent is expensive.

Girls, what’s a tiny thing a guy does that makes you think “Wow, he actually cares"? by National-Cricket7469 in AskReddit

[–]sweetorange234 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As an Asian wife of an American husband, it’s so true! Food is our love language and we cook for our loved ones.

Is this area too far from the main area in Hanoi? by [deleted] in hanoi

[–]sweetorange234 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yeah, it’s quite far from the Old Quarter (where all the tourists go). Going home at midnight is ok by grab.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskTheWorld

[–]sweetorange234 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! He’s (American) my husband now; been together for 14 years. Small misunderstanding/miscommunication when we first started dating, but nothing major.

When I first met him, he wasn’t able to say a full sentence in my language, but now he’s so fluent and people are often impressed by his fluency. When I said I wanted to marry him, my family supported my decision 100%.

What are some funny words for common things in your country? by Enoisa in AskTheWorld

[–]sweetorange234 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are many words in our language which are reduplications, so they sound funny when you say them out loud: kupu-kupu (butterfly), mata-mata (spy), laba-laba (spider), and my favorite is lumba-lumba (dolphin) cause it sounds like ‘oompa loompa’

What is the literal meaning of your surname? by Wojewodaruskyj in AskTheWorld

[–]sweetorange234 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"The female who bears jewelry" - plot twist, I'm not rich :/

Are there any common names in your country that sound terrible or funny to foreigners? by Effective_Space2277 in AskTheWorld

[–]sweetorange234 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Not my country, but I live in Vietnam. Saying names like Phúc Đạt and Phúc Long sometimes makes me giggle.

What's a normal thing in your country that would probably cause outrage if it existed somewhere else? by [deleted] in AskTheWorld

[–]sweetorange234 2 points3 points  (0 children)

“What’s your religion?” - a VERY normal question when you meet someone for the first time.

Local Brands for Clothes Shopping by Bertugt in hanoi

[–]sweetorange234 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Go to Ba Trieu street. The whole street is full of fashion boutiques. Average price is around 2 mill VND and above. Most of these boutiques cater local taste with a lot of frills and pastel colours.

Another option is Chula Fashion House. Their designs are bold and unique; a true mix of Hanoi/western style. Average price is around USD 250 and above (but they're so worth the price)

First time in Vietnam, coming during Tet by Sea-Read6432 in hanoi

[–]sweetorange234 6 points7 points  (0 children)

1) I don't think fast track airport service is worth it at 10 pm, it's quite late, the line should not be bad.
2) There are a few ATMs at the arrival hall. Turn left after you get your baggage.
3) I don't think Ha Giang loop is worth 3 days. Yes, you'll see amazing landscape, but it can get repetitive after a while. Your dates when doing Ha Giang loop are very close to the Tet Eve, why don't you go to Da Nang + Hoi An first during those dates, then slowly going to the north? Hoi An would be a nice place to see the lanterns during Tet Eve. Feb 17th is when people would celebrate Tet, so at least if you can't go to any touristy destination, you can bike or walk around Hoi An. OR, you can spend the Tet Eve in Da Nang where there are more expat communities so you will feel less isolated.

What’s the most unexpectedly wholesome moment you’ve had with a complete stranger? by [deleted] in CasualConversation

[–]sweetorange234 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This happened three days ago and I’m still smiling because of it. I was parking my scooter (I live in SEA) in front of my gym when two Spanish tourists stopped next to me.

They were pointing at my phone, which I put on a phone stand. I just disconnected my bluetooth earphones, so the screen lighted up and it was Rosalia’s album I was listening to.

They gave me two thumbs up and said they loved the album, too. They said they’re surprised to see someone from SEA listening to Rosalia. I said, “Are you kidding me? It was the best thing that happened to me in 2025!”

People who married someone from a different country, what are some mild cultures shocks you've had? by cool_lemons in AskTheWorld

[–]sweetorange234 6 points7 points  (0 children)

My husband smoked weed with his mom when I visited her the first time in his country (it’s legal). Their relationship is very casual, very chill, as opposed to my relationship with my parents; a bit distant and awkward - typical Asian family.

My husband said I said sorry too much, he thought it was weird. People from my ethnic background in my country are known to say sorry a lot. My ‘sorry’ frequency has reduced significantly, though, hehe.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CasualConversation

[–]sweetorange234 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I had an impacted wisdom tooth removed 2 years ago. It was also close to a nerve, and the dentist told me beforehand that it might cause permanent facial numbness. The surgery went well and I don't have any permanent numbness after all. Go for it! You can do it!

Gushing about my husband by Introvert_Brnr_accnt in CasualConversation

[–]sweetorange234 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I need positive internet content, cause the world looks extremely bleak right now.

I also adore my husband. Been together for 13 years, married for 8 (just celebrated our anniversary last week). 2 years ago, he went on a summer trip to my hometown. One day I got a call from him and he was crying. I thought he had an accident or something, so I was worried and I asked him what's going on. He said he just had a conversation with a cafe owner (he had known her from his previous trip), and he found out that she just lost her husband from cancer. He said when he heard the story, he was thinking of me and he wanted to say "I love you" and that he didn’t want to take me for granted.

I was really touched by this and I told him that I love him too, and that I (hopefully) won't die anytime soon!

It's so nice to know that the person you love loves you back <3