Myself and a few other women run a monthly parenting group for women who have grown up outside the UK (as I did). It is great fun and we enjoy it a lot, there are so many fantastic DPs balancing life/work/relationships alongside navigating a new culture.
One of the things we laugh about is the 'lost in translation' things we all get wrong, and we have decided to compile a list of these to help new members and make us all laugh. I wondered if any MNers had any good ones I could share.
An example is:
When you start primary school you will meet a lot of parents who may live close to you. They often say "you must pop round", this is not an invitation, do not turn up unless you are given a specific time and day and even then best to text and check first "Just checking we are still on for today". Just turning up is very rude in Britain!
or
You must not ask your DC friends about their academic levels, sporting achievements or their parents jobs - this is nosy and rude in Britain!
a personal favourite
If someone compliments you on your clothing, perfume or food just say 'thank you', do not give them it! They are usually only being polite and will be horrified when you give them an old stained tupperware full of curry!
We are not in anyway mocking UK culture, which we love, just making fun of all those awkward situations we all get in and cringe about for years after. I thought you might also find it fun 