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Are the Dutch known for being nice?
While there may at times be some amount of antipathy towards outsiders, most Dutch people are actually extremely humble, welcoming, and friendly towards outsiders. It’s just that their way of being friendly is a little different from what most people are used to.
Are people from the Netherlands attractive?
Eventually, whether you think the Dutch are handsome or not comes down to personal preference. For example, there will also be plenty of people who are generally not attracted to the appearance of many Dutch people. Nevertheless, the Dutch are often considered attractive and/or handsome worldwide.
Are the Dutch really rude?
In a survey published in De Telegraaf in 2006, the Dutch voted themselves as the third rudest nation in the world behind the Russians and the French. The common response from some is that Dutch are not rude, they are just direct.
Are Dutch people happy or unhappy?
The Netherlands is ranked fifth in the World Hapiness Report. So Dutch people are happy, but they love to complain. However this is not in a serious way. The weather is a great topic to complain about, but so is work and of course politics and football. If you listen to Dutch people you might think we are a pretty unhappy lot.
What do you think about the Dutch?
The country is VERY flat and most of it is below sea level, so there is a tendency towards flooding. The Dutch are a very industrious and hardy people, and they handle adversity with little complaint, and with a stiff upper lip. The Dutch are very masterful when it comes to water, and manipulating water.
What is it like to live in Netherlands?
Dutch people do not beat around the bush and will often speak their minds. This can seem rather rude and almost feel insulting to foreign people (e.g: ‘I have read you report and it is awful’). However, Dutch people prefer to be open about their opinion and if it is presented in a kind and friendly manner, this is usually regarded as good.
Are all Dutch people tall?
All Dutch are tall, have blond hair and blue eyes. This stereotype is indeed true only if you consider the people who are ethnically Dutch. Dutch people are the tallest people in the world with 1.84m on average for men and 1.70 for women.