What do expats find most challenging?
We asked expats and digital nomads what they find the most challenging about the local culture in Tilburg. They wrote...
"Expats in Tilburg often find the local culture to be quite different from what they are used to. The language barrier can be a challenge, as Dutch is the primary language spoken in the city. Additionally, the Dutch are known for their directness and bluntness, which can be difficult for expats to adjust to. Furthermore, the Dutch are known for their strong sense of community and social etiquette, which can be difficult for expats to understand and navigate. Finally, the Dutch are known for their strong work ethic and punctuality, which can be difficult for expats to adjust to," said another expat in Tilburg, The Netherlands.
"First learning the language. Although I do speak 5 languages, Dutch is by far one of the most difficult languages I've ever studied. Second, overcoming the social barrier between you and the Dutch. It is pretty hard for a "vremdelingen" (foreigner) to get accepted by Dutch to the extent to exchange invitations to dinner or going out in a weekend trip together both families. Third, although they don't say it loud or make an obvious point of it, Dutch tend to consider themselves better than many other nations. And in some respects (quite a lot) they are better than most," wrote a member who made the move to Tilburg, Netherlands.
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What do expats find most challenging?
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