There are many things that are different from the spanish-speaking countries and the U.S. The most obvious ones would be food, traditions, holidays, and definitely language/accents. It’s nice to learn about the other places as best as you can so you can get an idea of how everyone is related and different from one another. With the twenty-one countries that speak Spanish, each one is still different from one another and that’s what makes this would so interesting. With discovering new thing from other countries and how they differ from us is nothing to complain about. The first main difference in Spanish countries is food traditions. Most of the food there is ritualistic and sacred. With the different foods that they have, they have different
When it comes down to comparing and contrasting Native American and Spanish civilization, there is actually a variety of things that make each one stand out from one another. When looking into both the Natives and the Spanish there was more to be found different then there was to be similar in any way. Both societies struggled, but one did have more of an advantage which is why there was such conflict between the two.
The Spanish and English cultures were scarcely similar and notably different because of the interaction with indigenous people and the timing in which the interactions occurred. The Spanish and English were very different in how they interacted with the indigenous people. The Spanish main reason for coming to North America was to spread Catholicism. In the Catholic church if two people were both Catholic then the two people would receive the sacrament of marriage. After marriage the two would create a Catholic of their own. This had created 5 new races of people. The races of humanity was then looked at as social classes. The highest social class was a full white European, then a mestizos, which was a someone who was European and an Indian, followed by Indians, African slaves, and lastly a Zambos,
Culture can be found in every aspect of life, even if it is not easily identified. Culture can range from the way someone holds his or her head, to his or her taste in music, to the way he or she speaks. It is truly everywhere. American and Hispanic cultures have a multitude of similarities and differences. These similarities and differences set the two cultures apart. However, their similarities bridge the gap between Hispanic and American cultures. Thomas Wolf once said, “culture is arts elevated to a set of beliefs.” This is true in many cultures, including Hispanic and American cultures. All aspects of culture are either verbal or nonverbal communication, which are both forms of art. Speaking is often seemed as a form of art; however, words
If one were to visit different countries and societies throughout the world, they may notice the many differences and similarities each region shares. This makes the world a very unique place because there is constant change and diversity everywhere we look, no matter the distance traveled. A prime example of this would be the similarities and differences between the United States of America and Mexico. Although the two are neighboring countries, there is a great deal of diversity amongst them that deserve a thorough examination.
At first there was a major social difference between Spaniards and the Native People; but with the intermingling of the races it became harder and harder. The new government was very corrupt and many citizens wanted to form a new country separate from Spain. This Eventually happened when Spain lost its grip of New Spain due to a war between Spain and France. The new country formed was called Mexico.
Argentina’s cuisine includes many Spanish-style dishes that are influenced by Europe. Argentina’s culture is different in many ways from the United States’ traditions. Many people enjoy learning and experiencing the new culture and landscape, especially the food!
The definition of culture is the behaviors and beliefs characteristic of a social or ethnic group. Some major elements of culture include values, religion, beliefs, language and symbols. The cultures of Spain are European cultures based on a variety of historical influences. The Spanish culture is primarily based on pre-Roman Celtic and Iberian culture. Accordingly, Roman Catholic is the main religion of Spain and serves as a basis for societal norms with the official language of the country being Castilian Spanish. Most countries in the region share identical past colonization, and geographical structure that became vital in the development of each country; consequently, Spain’s physical geography, climate, and history are factors that have molded its socioeconomic status and political state.
There are a lot of similarities and differences in holidays of Spanish-speaking countries and the United States (US) including the types of holidays, dates they are celebrated, and traditions. donQuijote said, “In Spain there are many regional and national holidays which means that there is a Spanish festival or Spanish fiesta being celebrated somewhere in Spain every month of every year. Every town, city and region has its own traditional holidays or Spanish fiestas in honor of a patron saint, founder or important historical event.” (“Spanish Fiestas”.)
The Hispanic community represents many nationalities and ethnicities, including Mexicans, Cubans, Puerto Ricans, 15 Central and South American countries, Spain, and the Dominican Republic (Cattan, 1993). Hispanic group are well known in the workforce, politics, education, social economic and religion. The Spanish culture influences a variety of areas such as music, food, language. Most languages are rooted in Latin. It is always good to learn about other cultures if we expect the same consideration when we visit other countries. Differences are what make life interesting. Majority of the United States is built on immigration, which has made this country the most diverse. And the Hispanic group contributes to that diversity.
When comparing two countries, there is bound to be multiple differences between them. No two countries are exactly alike and the aforementioned statement is true when comparing the Dominican Republic and the United States. They differ in location and geography but also have many other differences. Some of the main differences occur in the topics of culture, customs and way of life.
Americans and Mexicans perceive masculinity and feminism differently. Some examples in Mexico would be that females tend to stay at home and men tend to be more familiar with labor. In the United States women are used to working for themselves and learning how to save and earn their own money same as men do. Traditionally Mexican men are to be independent and dominant and Mexican women are more dependent and submissive. Americans play the same role whether they 're women or men. Another way how these two countries differ is in education. Young teenage hispanics usually stop going to school or don 't go at all. They normally get taught to work at young age while in the United States teenagers continue their education, it 's rare for one to drop out. They are more successful in life.
For example most people don't eat rice and beans every day in Washington but in Costa Rica they nearly eat that every day if they can. Washington has salmon to eat and Costa Rica has other fish to eat. Costa Rica Also has crocodiles and caiman that are great sources of protein. But, people in Washington don't have large reptiles because of how cold it is during winter. Most people live of the different types of plants that are grown during spring and summer like apples and pears in Washington. Costa Rica has little to no growth of apples and pears. Most of the people that do farming are from different places than Washington a example is a lot of people that do farming for veggies and fruit are hispanic in Washington. In Costa Rica it is the people that have been there their whole life that do farming. The two places have different people and they live in different
In conclusion, the Christmas season in Spain is a more holy and traditional event than in the United States. If you were in Spain during this season you would be likely to see large feasts among family and friends, people worshipping in the streets, and children swinging and singing Christmas songs. Gifts are given at this time, but the Spanish people view it more as a time of worship and family togetherness. Although they generally spend less money on the Christmas season in Spain, it is as just as an important of a holiday as it is in America.
Spain, the third largest country in Europe, has a strong history and diverse culture dating back to when the Iberians first inhabited the land. The country lies between the Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean and the land ranges from mountains to meadows. Over hundreds of centuries, many different civilizations have inhabited the land influencing the people there today. From the Visigoths and Celts to the Romans of the Middle Ages, Spain has received a rich history and background. One of the strongest of its cultures is the food. All of these cultures brought a particular type of food and combined and blended with the food that exists there today. Spain is very popular for olives, vineyards, and citrus fruit. Another well-liked food is garlic, including varieties of peppers and spices. Once spice specifically—golden saffron—is essential in many recipes, including the Spanish Paella. There are many distinguished Spanish foods that encompass the daily life and culture of the country.
There are many reasons for differing diversity and abundances of species between two countries, and I believe I have touched on the most important aspects of them all. It looks as though Spain’s proximity to the equator is the driving force behind its high species numbers, but as all organisms are different and prefer various habitats and environments, that there are also a lot of problems with comparing and analysing data. In this time of climate change, all that we know about species diversity could change and so studies such as this are very important in understanding how global temperature change and melting ice caps affect the organisms that live on this planet.