Living in Colombia

What Irritates People New to Colombia

  • Tardiness to events
  • Littering in the streets
  • Urinating in public places
  • Loud music
  • Traffic/driving
  • Educational level
  • Poverty
  • Sense of responsibility
  • Body proximity
  • Security measures
  • Disorganization, or the perception of disorganization
  • Subservience of the working class (subservient attitude)

What Irritates Colombians

  • Dress and personal cleanliness (when not followed)
  • Poor Manners
  • Comparisons / superiority / arrogance
  • Greetings – not being greeted is offensive
  • Being too direct, too cold
  • Sarcasm
  • Loud laughter