Stuff Asian People Like

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#A Busting the Stereotype: Asians Are Short

Posted September 10th, 2008 by kvietgrl · 39 Comments

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Define Stereotype: A simplified and standardized conception or image invested with special meaning and held in common by members of a group. - Dictionary.com
As we’re trying to simply explain how and why certain stereotypes about Asians exist through lighthearted humor, we are by no means endorsing them. We always try to make clear […]

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#89 Abercrombie, Hollister, American Eagle

Posted August 18th, 2008 by Justin · 27 Comments

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Through first-hand experience, Asians who like sporting over-priced brand names tend to go for A&F, Hollister, or AE. Take a minute and think about your wardrobe - do you own at least one article of these clothing brands?
Try walking into one of these stores especially during Holiday sales, and you’ll see Asians swarming everywhere […]

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#87 “Lah”

Posted August 6th, 2008 by Shaun · 15 Comments

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After quite a long time away, Shaun’s back with a vengeance! In the vein of Peter’s Aiya! (#80) post comes another Asian colloquialism ““ known as the ‘Lah” particle.

This term ‘Lah” can most commonly be heard in South-East Asia, especially by (but not totally restricted to) Singaporeans, Malaysians and Indonesians. Having said that, people in […]

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