Avoid saying “you people” when speaking to someone about a specific group of people that they are a part of. It is generally considered rude and offensive.
--Carissa
230
Never use the word "nigger" to describe a black person, even though you hear this in rap music from the USA. This is an extremely offensive word and it will be very bad if you say it to them. Just say "black" or "African American".
--Zoolander
170
Do not curse and swear around elderly people, as nearly all of them will take offense. Don’t curse or swear in a business setting, or when speaking to someone you do not know very well. Leave that language for close friends and people whom you know are OK with it.
--Carissa
152
Don't refer to a pencil eraser as a rubber. A rubber is a condom.
--Rad
20
Don't say Americans are too lazy to put in the "u" that obviously belongs in "colour".
Imagine if they said you're lazy because you neglect the second "u" that obviously belongs in "coulour". 😃
--Rad
20
It's perfectly okay to say that a person is white, if you mean that they are Caucasian. But don't tell them that their skin is white. That's like saying you look pale and sick. If you want to complement their beautiful white skin, don't. What you think is a compliment will make us sad.
--Rad
20
Don't say someone is in the toilet. The toilet is the thing you defecate or urinate into. 🚽
The room is referred to as the bathroom, restroom, or lavatory, etc.
--Rad
When an American asks if you want something (a second helping of food, help carrying a bag, etc.), it is customary to give your honest answer immediately and gratefully. Some Americans may ask again in order to be polite, but most often if you say no, it's understood that you actually do not want it
--gdwills
