10 GERMAN CULTURE SHOCKS AS AN INDIAN GIRL IN GERMANY

[@dettmardencker7430]

Hi Shraddha, I am an old german man and I love to watch your Channel because you´re acting natural and your view of the details in this culture makes sense and is interesting. Here are some comments from my perspective: To the approach in german Language: I would never ever start a coversation to another person in english here in Germany (unless I hear that they are foreign), because it is regarded as unpolite. We have a lot of people with Immigrant background here. A lot of them are born here, but have certainly not a typical "german look". So if I start a conversation to those people in english, it could be an offense when they are born or living for long time here. I would show them that they are not from here and this is a discrimination. In the end it is a question of politeness and respect to start in german. To the loud nose blowing: You are right: it is annoying - and even for germans. It can happen to everyone, if it comes all of the sudden. But even then it´s very embarrassing and seen as disrespectful. To the love of paperwork: Nobody loves it, not even germans. But they do it anyway. In the comment to your last video I tried to explain why they do it and have to do it. Go on with your lovely videos!!!! Dettmar

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Dear Dettmar, Yeah as a Foreigner in Germany we see things differently and have different perspective. I am glad you are enjoying watching the videos. I will make more such videos in future. Please subscribe the channel for future update so that you get notified whenever I upload a video. Thanks again! Shraddha

[@ash8672]

Yo old German guy

[@TheBabolino]

Regarding expecting people to speak German - well, folks with non-German looks who speak German or grew up in German feel marginalised and not included if you adress them in English and do not expect them to speak German. It is actually a gesture of inclusion to adress whomever in German, an invitation.

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Yeah that's true!

[@sohammehta7147]

Hey Shraddha, Nice effort you made i would say. However, one correction is that, Most of the Germans know English but they sometime hesitate to talk in English or else they just like to talk in their own language as they feel that feelings can be perfectly expressed in `Muttersprache´.

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Yeah you are right. They are maybe shy to speak in English first.

[@dr.penpen]

To clear things up about the German/english speaking thing. There are a lot of foreigners who settled in germany, and they and their children speak german, often being citizens. Talking to them in english first is considerd rude(and racist), because you would basicly tell them that they dont belong here. In India, you might could tell who is a foreigner on first sight, because there are very few who life there and speak hindi so you use english. But just because someone looks asian/african/arabic/indian it dosent automaticly mean they aren not german. So in germany you would always start in german, and then switch to english, because, how should i know if you are born in berlin or in deli, on first sight. I laughed so hard on the last one, Id never thougt that anyone anywhere would be ever so disgusted from blowing your nose. stay awesome

[@danielw.2442]

The German goverment loves paperwork and bureaucracy, the rest of us just adjust to their fetish😉

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Yeahh true😂

[@sanjoligupta4917]

Really amazing , I will be waiting for some more videos like this.🙌

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Thanks a lot Sanjoli! I will be posting regular videos

[@luiser.5978]

So professional! Good job! ☺️ I had to laugh so much! 😅 And your background looks amazing! 👌🏻🌱

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Yeah Thanks Luise! You come here soon and we will shoot together 🥳😘

[@VandanasDesiChulha]

Very well presented.

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Glad you liked it!

[@kevse2521]

How is it weird to assume a person wanting to live here speaks the language of the country? I'm german myself and I did live abroad. I did lern the language. Why would you not ?

[@ShraddhaParashar]

It is weird as an Indian as we have mother language as Hindi but still we speak in English first with foreigners. We never start in our mother tongue language and we do not expect foreigners to learn our languages if they want to live. So as an Indian it is strange that when a German start conversation they always start in German. That was my point.

[@kevse2521]

@@ShraddhaParashar Well I get that, we don't have a multitude of languages though and for the children of migrants who were born and raised in Germany it would probably be massively offensive if the other person assumed they didn't speak German just because of the way they look, so you just address anyone in German. It's gonna be the same in about every other European country. If you're in Berlin it's a different thing, because more and more people there speak English anyway.

[@ShraddhaParashar]

@@kevse2521 Yeah you are right! It is actually same in every country but India is exception. We always start with English :P Don't know why but yeah living in Germany has made me realise to respect the mother tongue and love for the language. I am sorry if I offended you in any way :)

[@kevse2521]

@@ShraddhaParashar Oh no you did not offend me at all. Was just curious. The way I see it its fine to not speak french and go on a vacation to Paris, but if I intended on living in France for a prolonged period of time, lets say 10 years, I think not only is it best to lern french but it's also necessary if I want to integrate into french society and become a part of the local community. Also on a different note, some things you say are always lost in translation, so to really understand a people I personally believe you'll have to know their language.

[@ShraddhaParashar]

@@kevse2521 yeah totally agree with you and that's the reason why I am also learning German language however, my study course is in English.

[@furzkram]

I've never seen appointments for a car wash. Where the heck are you living in Germany?

[@ishaverma180]

Lovely video! One question: Did you went to German Sauna?😛😛🙈🙈🙈

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Thanks a lot Isha 😘 hehehehe.. I knew someone would ask me that! I haven't tried it yet and that's why I did not talk about nudity.

[@BexMcInulty]

On the language: they don't expect you to speak German. They expect you to ARE German. It would be considered rude to assume you're not a native because of your looks.

[@LiborSupcik]

After bloody 45 years I am finding out Indians do not smoke as much as EUropeans do. I would never consider overcrowded countries as attractive yet this trait changes my mind.

[@meghachawra1180]

Hi Shraddha, are the paperwork printed in German also? How should one Indian manage that?

[@yashdeepsinghahluwalia4536]

For the language point, in India we always consider a foreigner to be a guest, always like a tourist or someone here temporarily. Thus, we try to make the guest feel at home by trying to speak the language they are familiar with. But, I understand that germans don't do this. They don't don't consider that you might be temporary, they think you are here to stay or you have been here. That's cute. That being said, it's important to learn the language if you are planning to spend atleast 2-3 years in a country with a different language. In india I live in a state which is not my origin. Though I was born here and know the language and culture, people don't start the conversation with me in their language. It facilitates communication, but it makes me feel like an outsider sometimes!

[@blotto1222]

I really like your videos;). Bur it`s really weird that you are shocked when somebody cleans her or his nose.....^^. I really can`t imagine something more natural.

[@setsrepus2778]

I would definitely recommend you to look for other businesses to interact with. You can definitely get your car washed without an appointment. Same holds for a haircut, while this is indeed much easier for men than for women. And many shops will definitely try to provide you with alternatives or order missing items. However, if you choose the discounters, limited service is part of their concept which allows for low prices.

[@Aldo_Regozzani]

Concerning the body and bodily funcions: if it's natural then you do not have to be shy or ashamed of... it's natural! Practicality over everything else!! This explains why there are so many rules & laws. As a guideline: If something is worth doing, it's worth to be done the right way! Much thought effort was put into finding the right (practical) way so everything makes sense (except when traditions are involved). Being orderly, punctual and bureacratic derived from this guideline. Hope this explains the basic mindset. :)

[@Aldo_Regozzani]

Additionally: Being blunt, direct, truthful and literal also can be derived from the above. And as always: Rule 55: No rule without exception!

[@mandyt7010]

The video was quite informative…i think one important aspect which you might add is that they are very particular about time. They respect their own time as well as yours. Work related meetings always start on time. They ensure that in case they are not able to attend they decline and inform you in advance. Same is the case with work life balance. They dnt expect you to work after office hours nor do they work. You will never ever get a phone call frm a german colleague after office hours or on a holiday. You can have a seperate video on work culture in case you havent made one.

[@indikaprasannath2500]

So..funny & educational video..Thanks dear...from Sri Lanka.

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Many many thanks

[@sternenfee9046]

Because you are in Germany 🇩🇪 you should speak German

[@mawlynnai1976]

I have watch many videos regarding Germany but I specially prefer your video because you spoke in English which everyone can understsnd. Ich bin Inder, aus welchem ​​Bundesstaat Indiens gehörst du?

[@furzkram]

It's simple - you're in Germany here. However, only the older generation lacks knowledge of the English language. The younger generation usually speaks English. Older people from the eastern parts, formerly the German democratic Republic (DDR) had to learn Russian instead of English. There's many English speaking expats who want to train their German who complain that Germans quickly switch to English, to do them a favour when they realize their German isn't too well - which annoys those who would like to stick to German so they could practise their German.

[@bszka]

You are going to Germany and don't want Germans to speak German here? By the way: in France you speak French, in Lithuania Lithuanian, in Denmark Danish .. Insane, right?

[@ShraddhaParashar]

As an Indian foreigner things are perceived differently. It is normal for you but for indian it is quite strange at first place because in India we don't speak with foreigner in Hindi (mother tongue). It is just a comparison of cultural shock not to offend any one.

[@henningbartels6245]

Well, I guess, it is because there are so many languages with India that Indians are use to communicate in English, even with other fellow country men from the other corner of the country.

[@jjsch]

Hi Shradda, you sound genuinely puzzled about the fact that "Germans expect someone in Germany speaking German with them". Almost like "how dare they, expecting someone they meet in their home country to use the native language". I know that many, if not most, Germans (at least the younger generations) will be able and willing to talk to strangers in english. Many of my non german friends even complain about the fact that Germans love to train their english on them, even if the try to speak in german. Nevertheless, I would find it very rude from someone to expect me to not even try to start a conversation in german. When traveling other countries I would never take it for granted that the people I'm visiting have to adapt to my preferences. And I don't think thats part of the german culture. The native laguage(s) of every culture is/are integral parts of that culture and people all over the world should have the right to expect someone to respect their culture in their own country.

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Hi! I have compared German culture with India and as an Indian we always start taking with foreigners in English. We never expect them to learn our language. I know it sounds strange but as an Indian we always start in English even though our mother tongue is Hindi, Punjabi, Bengali... etc.

[@rabibasumatary764]

80% of the shock you got is regarding shops and shoppings💁

[@layla8830]

People smoke way less than only a few decades ago. You should have seen the smoke clouds hanging in a closed room. It was crazy. No regard for health at all

[@deepanshgarg700]

Professional KZbinr nice 👍🏻

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Thank you so much Deepansh 😎

[@hiketorevive3143]

I dunno which was my favorite here. But, I was definitely shocked after listening to the 10th one. I have always heard people saying that Germans usually don't entertain any sort of noise. Like even if one is slurping tea, that noise would annoy them. Then how come in the middle of a lecture they are sneezing loudly. That's really strange and weird. Also ironic after knowing all other ethics of Germans. Anyways a good video. Thanks for sharing. :)

[@ShraddhaParashar]

You will get used to it once you arrive here. It becomes normal after that. :P

[@SaridenChan]

Its because sneezing is a noise, which its bad and unhealthy, if you have to repress it. We have "horror stories" passed down from each generation of kids to the next, that if you snooz with your nose shut down, your eyes will plop out 🤣 And if you have to blow your nose, is there even a way, to do it silent? 🤔😅 "was raus muss, muss raus" - "what have to go out, have to go out" we say

[@anjalithapa621]

I love your accent 💓💓 thanks for this video.. 😍

[@ShraddhaParashar]

stay tuned for more videos!

[@luidorluidor2830]

I think there is a misunderstanding, we don't really expect you to speak German as a forgainer, even thou it makes sense to learn it if you spent a certain amount of time her, it has more to do with not being discriminating by suggesting that you can't speak German because you look forgain, because in the end we are diverse

[@marilouandulithepinayalemandre]

Hahahha your right the number 10 was hectic😂..i am working in a money changer here and someone trying to clean the nose and i was shocked infront of me???? And he was not like ohhh like nothing happens...as in so loud he was sneezing...infront of me with his tissue on Hand...oh God thats disguisting for me as a filipina we also do not so it in PHils we clean our nose silently...😂

[@Siwachbrothers_Haryana]

Good job Shraddha ...ur way of presentation is really impressive..

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Thank you so much :)

[@sakshi591]

Great work Shraddha! 😄

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Thanks a lot Sakshi :)

[@anandkumartripathi6742]

😂😂😂 Last moment of the video was really good.

[@ShraddhaParashar]

It's really shocking too

[@emiliajojo5703]

Outside corona times you won't need an appointment for hair cut or carwash!!!!❤

[@asthagarg4051]

It's not shocking they are proud of their own language unlike you. Germans are one of the best people in my opinion

[@eleven992]

Is Gmat/Gre/tofel/ielts require to study in Germany for MBA

[@ShraddhaParashar]

IELTS is required. However some universities may ask for Gre

[@palakkaushal3853]

You look so pretty. I like your videos. I Just watch your videos for fun and to know more about foreigners. ☺

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Thank you! 😃

[@chongthamtulsipriya966]

Hello did you learn German before going there?

[@ShraddhaParashar]

No I didn't

[@vanrajodedra3228]

Nice work🤘

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Thank you again!

[@vanrajodedra3228]

@@ShraddhaParashar your wlcm✌🤘

[@Dovndyr13]

Im not surprised, except with the english. Most foreigners going to india are suspected to speak english. English just is pretty well known because of Indias past. So of course it is a good thing when you speak english, hindi or other languages of your beautiful country

[@udovolkermann8193]

You really wondering, why Germans speak German? We clean our nose, because it's better than let the stuff running out of our noses. We are polite in order to avoid that.

[@bertjafn]

You‘re really wondering why an Indian might find that odd? Just remember how many different languages India has (different as the difference between German and Turkish or Hungarian). Most likely it’s normal for Shraddha to switch between languages, without giving it much thought. And when in doubt, she will switch to English. And publicly blowing your nose is actually considered rude in many parts of the world. You are obviously sick, and need to be avoided. It’s just some europeans who don’t mind.

[@Matze0480]

good video. The "Ruhetag" on sunday is basicly a religios thing. In short: the one good created the world with everything inside in 6 days. On the 7th day he rested. So we do it also ;)

[@ksnmurty1]

10th one is really shocking. Nice presentation

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@SD_Alias]

One reason why Germans liston often to english music is because after WWII it was very fashionable to listen to the englisch and american Music. German music was rated as backward and the music of the old Nazis. Who was young and listened to Bill Haley was "cool" and who listened to German Music was seen as an old fashion or even Nazi guy. And the next decades till today english music was always rated as modern. But after 2000 there are more and more bands that making german music but most of the singers have no nice voice… ;-)

[@51tomtomtom]

Hi, been several times in India (working ) just to set up my position. Smoking: agree 100% . Some of you remarks are a bit too much generalised .f.e. your point 5 (that really depends WHERE you , WHO you are ( as a short hair wearing male f.e. you could drop in and ask " do you have a gap between clients" or "May a wait ?"point 6: don't mingle offices with shops etc. . The F...word :: thats quite new and not everybody's taste ......in most countries they speak first THEIR language ......not having the problem of India with hundreds of languages and thousands of dialects , so you better use "Hinglish" ........Blowing the nose shocks you ? What do you think about Indians spitting all the time and in all places (after all after chewing this red plants!? Or men quietly pissing on the side of the street ?

[@guri___cheema]

if anyone in germany made nazi salute He will sent to prison

[@sternenfee9046]

Germans are always alerted and pay attention and they do not want to be obstructed by using the phone while traveling

[@setsrepus2778]

It's quite funny that you complain about Germans not speaking English and talking to you in German. Some days ago I watched a video by @Antoinette Emily where she complains about Germans answering in English when she starts a conversation in German. I will give you the same recommendation that I gave her: just tell them your preferred language, they will try their best if they speak English which most Germans do quite well.

[@Arltratlo]

i never had an apointment for a haircut.. and Sundays are church day in old times, now its our family day...

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Wow! I have seen all my friends going with an appointment.

[@maiyouthy]

From an Asian point of view I got every shock that you overcame haha

[@martinduften9429]

I don't know where you live but I can't confirm your statements. Strange.

[@martakolibius9824]

Germans are on the mobile now constantly

[@eisikater1584]

No, no, no! Germans won't expect you to speak German. Most of us are doing very well in English; it's just that we are a little bit shy. We want PERFECTION, like a 100% grammar and every word must be to the point. Which, of course, cannot be achieved. So keep on talking to Germans in English, they will understand you. (And don't ask me about my Hindi; I cannot even count to ten.)

[@ShraddhaParashar]

Hehehe... Yeah! That's the main reason what I was looking for! Yes, they want perfection and that's why they prefer to speak in German.

[@karanmaheshwari2251]

Loved this video, it is so helpful. And that nose cleaning point in public area is so weird 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 You are right, it's insane 🤣🤣🤣🤣😅😅😅😅

[@srinidhiparashar165]

Hmm Germany?? How about Football?

[@arpykar010]

Really!! Point 10 is weirdest. Its ridiculous. Hissing your nose anywhere, literally..😄 One more, i heard, rate me with your thought. Practically, in any part of the globe, if you ask a girl what kind of boy friend or partner would she like to have. Caring, kind... and yes!! Good sense of humor.. I heard German girls aren't touchy about sense of humor..😄 Found it weird. Your take..please..

[@dieterboehlke7147]

Ordnung muss sein,sorry