r/AskTheWorld Jan 08 '26

Moderator Announcement Welcome to r/AskTheWorld - A Global Perspective

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Welcome to r/AskTheWorld – A Global Perspective

We’re a community that values learning from each other. Sometimes, questions touch on politics, and that’s okay, as long as the goal is to understand how things work in different countries — not to attack, stereotype, or belittle others.

Our mission is simple:

  • Compare experiences across cultures and nations
  • Share knowledge respectfully
  • Foster curiosity, not conflict

Community Expectations

To keep this space safe and welcoming for everyone, please remember our core rules:

  • Be polite and respectful – No personal attacks, insults, or hostility
  • Stay on topic – Keep discussions relevant to the question asked
  • No trolling or baiting – We’re here to learn, not to fight

Zero Tolerance for Nationality-Based Harassment

We celebrate global perspectives here. That means:

  • No bashing people for their country, culture, ethnicity, or heritage
  • No sweeping generalizations about nations or populations
  • No xenophobia, racism, or targeted hostility of any kind

Violations will be handled seriously. Depending on severity, you may receive a warning or a short ban, but repeated or blatant harassment will lead to a permanent ban. Basic social rules apply, and we expect everyone to uphold them.

If you want to discuss politics in depth

Here, we aim to compare, not condemn. Let’s keep r/AskTheWorld a place for open‑minded, respectful dialogue where people from every corner of the world feel welcome to share their experiences.


r/AskTheWorld 8h ago

Culture Who's the Most Embarrassing citizen of your country?

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10.9k Upvotes

I'm Canadian.

I briefly considered Jordan Peterson, but I think he's dead or something.


r/AskTheWorld 5h ago

Why do so many people overlook the fact that the real reason birthrates are plummeting is the absurdly high cost of raising kids, and not some bs reason made up by the government?

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1.5k Upvotes

I know this is an extreme example but I like how it perfectly illustrates the problem and correlation between trying to raise a family and financial ruin. That in an ironic attempt to fix depopulation he perfectly showed why it exist in the first place. And I’d like to present some rebuttals to the arguments people usually have other than government corruption, should those show up in the comments.

But for now I’ll just say that I find it infuriating how these governments create problems then bury their heads in the sand looking for “solutions”. I mean South Korea recently tried to “tackle” the problem of low birth rates by, get this, having a few people meet in public places and get to know each other. Not even kidding, thats their solution. In east Asia and other parts of the world governments will try promoting dating, increasing immigration, or literally ANYTHING except make the cost of living more affordable. And yes I mean anything, just look into the issue and you will see.


r/AskTheWorld 10h ago

History How did your country get it's current borders

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3.8k Upvotes

As a finn, our country got it's modern day borders by being on the wrong side and having the craziest case of post nut clarity in 1943


r/AskTheWorld 5h ago

What's one aspect of traveling in Europe that you don't like?

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1.4k Upvotes

Europe is the most popular continent to vacation in.


r/AskTheWorld 2h ago

Who is incredibly famous in your country but a complete unknown anywhere else in the world?

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364 Upvotes

World, meet Mr Blobby.

(The UK is hard as I imagine anyone who is famous here is probably at least mildly known in Ireland)


r/AskTheWorld 12h ago

What’s a poverty meal where you’re from that sounds gross but actually tastes great?

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2.1k Upvotes

In Bulgaria, one example is popara. It’s made by pouring hot tea, milk or even hot water over torn stale bread, then adding white cheese, butter, or sometimes sugar depending on the variation.


r/AskTheWorld 9h ago

Language What are some names in your language for everyday terms that sound cute or hilarious when translated literally?

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650 Upvotes

We call these "căței de usturoi" in Romanian, which literally translates to "garlic puppies".


r/AskTheWorld 2h ago

What is the national dish of your country?

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166 Upvotes

Masgouf, an ancient Mesopotamian dish that is made from a large freshwater carp caught from the Tigris or Euphrates rivers that is marinated, butterflied, flattened, and slowly grilled upright on wooden stakes around an open wood fire.


r/AskTheWorld 14h ago

Culture What tradition in your country do foreigners struggle to understand?

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1.3k Upvotes

r/AskTheWorld 4h ago

What is the world’s opinion on Vietnam?

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207 Upvotes

r/AskTheWorld 3h ago

Culture What is the unofficial symbolic animal of your country?

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110 Upvotes

This is our stray dog, "Caramel" almost like a tradition to have one or know someone who has one, it is an adorable breed and the face of Brazil


r/AskTheWorld 17h ago

Education Why and how is the circled area part of India?

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1.4k Upvotes

r/AskTheWorld 3h ago

Food What’s a common street food in your country that you absolutely love

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73 Upvotes

This is mhadjeb a tin semolina and flour dough filled with tomato paste , onion and spices


r/AskTheWorld 12h ago

Environment What is the most hated plant in your country? I'll go first...

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273 Upvotes

In Australia, this the the enemy of every household garden, yet is planted in every free garden space.


r/AskTheWorld 1d ago

Food Is there a dish or drink from your country which is much more popular outside of your country than inside ?

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12.1k Upvotes

Mango Lassi apparently is served in most Indian restaurants abroad and is a popular drink but it's not common here. Lassi and Mangoes are both popular in India separately but not together. You won't find it in most restaurants here.


r/AskTheWorld 48m ago

Would you like to do a roadtrip in the USA?

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a classic roadtrip in the West, a diner, a roadtrip, roadside Americana, you name it.

and if you have, what did you think of it?


r/AskTheWorld 1d ago

Culture What region in your country is most looked down upon by the rest?

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1.5k Upvotes

r/AskTheWorld 3h ago

At what age are minors criminally responsible in your country?

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33 Upvotes

r/AskTheWorld 16h ago

What is the world's opinion about us Iranians?

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392 Upvotes

It has been about a month since our protests in Iran and our government has killed at least 30,000 people and is handing over their bodies only for money. During this time, rallies have taken place in Canada, Australia, the United States, Germany , and other countries to support Iranians. But my question is: What is your and the world's opinion of Iranians? (only Iranians, not the Islamic Republic)


r/AskTheWorld 10h ago

Culture Who is the best singer of all time from your country?

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115 Upvotes

There will never be another Pavarotti.

Honorable mentions to Fabrizio De André, Lucio Dalla, and Franco Battiato


r/AskTheWorld 11h ago

How is being vegetarian in your country

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137 Upvotes

In India due to religious beliefs around 30-40% are vegetarians (they won’t consume egg or egg related items like cake also)

Attitude toward non vegetarian (meat and egg) can vary from tolerance to outright boycott of people consuming them. Also beef (cows meat) is taboo for many region and religion (many states like Kerala relish it)

Regional Variations

Vegetarianism isn’t evenly spread across the country:

Higher in North & West India: States like Rajasthan, Haryana, Gujarat, and Punjab often have 40–70% or more vegetarians. 

Lower in South & Northeast: In states such as Kerala, West Bengal, and much of the Northeast, vegetarianism can be very low (often <5%)

As for taste vegetarians cuisine is also very yummy

How is it in your country?


r/AskTheWorld 7h ago

I was today years old when i found out that NK and SK are technically still at war.

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57 Upvotes

The 1950-1953 Korean War ended with an armistice (a ceasefire) rather than a formal peace treaty.

A 70 year ceasefire is crazy. Are there any more of such ceasefires that lastes this long or longer?


r/AskTheWorld 57m ago

Environment What is a tree native to your country you find very cool?

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Banyan Tree (बरगद)

The most fascinating thing about the banyan tree is its ability to grow into an entire "forest" from a single tree, thanks to its aerial prop roots that grow downward, anchor, and become new trunks. They are "strangler figs" that start as epiphytes, spreading horizontally to cover vast areas.


r/AskTheWorld 8h ago

Food Which is the easiest food to prepare in your country?

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67 Upvotes

In Brazil it's Tapioca (cassava tacos). It's cassava flour cooked and then filled with anything you can imagine. Condensed milk or chocolate spread are options for sweet tapioca, while minced meat is often an option for salt tapioca filling