"Italian girls are famous for being snobby and expecting men to make the first move. In America, if I don't make eye contact, the guys won't come over and talk. American girls just go for it. You men are spoiled"
- Silvia Colloca
About this Quote
This quote by Silvia Colloca speaks to the differences in between Italian and American culture when it pertains to dating. In Italy, it is expected that males will make the first move and that ladies will be more aloof and snobby. In America, nevertheless, women are most likely to take the initiative and make the first relocation. This can be viewed as a sign of American guys being "spoiled" as they don't need to make the first move. This quote speaks to the differences in between the two cultures and how they approach dating. It also talks to the idea that American men are most likely to be approached by females, while Italian males are expected to make the first relocation. This quote is an excellent example of how various cultures approach dating and how it can be seen as a sign of advantage.
This quote is written / told by Silvia Colloca somewhere between May 23, 1978 and today. She was a famous Actress from Italy.
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