Originally posted by SlipknoT
Most of the time any stereotype is true.
People who don't often think for themselves might agree with you because agreeing with stereotypes is lazy and easy.
As for stereotypes, I would think that the jews (although not a race by definition) suffer more and harsher stereotypes than others.
Other Stereotypes:
They all know how to cook
They all know how to draw
They all know how to fix computers
Have a strong association with martial arts
They all make you take off your shoes when you visit their homes
Known to stereotype others
They eat domestic pets (dogs, cats, etc)
All have similar last names
First, I'd like to state that I live in Asia, but I'm not Asian...
Originally posted by Draco69
Asians have small you-know-whats
This is generally true...Not that I've seen many, but I've had 4 asian girlfriends and they initially have trouble handling my size. Plus, condoms here are ridiculously small and I have to go to specialist shops to purchase them...AND finally, if you go to a swimming pool the 'stereotype' is reinforced...
They all know martial arts
Well, the art originated in Asia, so it is more common for someone to know a type, be it Tai-chi, Kung Fu, etc...
They're all good at pong
Most Asians who live in Asia live in densely populated urban areas, so space for recreation is scarce...Hence, the popularity of a sport you can play in a living room...You are talking about table tennis, right?
They're all Chinese
The Chinese are the dominant ethnic strain in Asia.
They all look alike
The gene pool of Asia is not as widely mixed as in the West due to ideas about tradition and cultural heritage. However, most Asian people in Asia think Westerners all look alike!
They all are good at math.
Countries with a strong Chinese heritage place a huge faith in the use of an abacus during the formative years of a child's mathmatical learning. This explains the excellent level of their ability. I have taught some kids who were 8 years old and could do difficult, long multiplication in their heads in a matter of seconds! It really is amazing...
What's the last time anyone has seen a movie with an Asian person that DOESN'T somehow involve martial arts?
Sideways...pretty recent movie.
Of course, all my statements are broad and general, but they are formed from the experience of living in Asia.
Finally, Asians are also some of the most hospitable people you will ever meet. They are always willing to welcome someone and place a great faith and respect in the value of good teaching. Also, most of the ladies are pretty damn beautiful with amazing bums and perfect skin.
Peace.
Originally posted by KidRock
Spanish people get a lot of stereotypes as well..
They are all mexicans
they are all illegal
they all eat tacos
they all cant speak english
they are all landscapers
some others as well.
You forgot they are all border jumpers. What's even funnier to think is that while stereotypes are usually rooted in truth, who do the victims have to blame, other than themselves, especially when there is proof of lending themselves to said stereotypes?