The Spanish creator @ramonteli has sparked a wave of reactions on TikTok after sharing a viral video in which, amidst jokes and astonishment, he shares his experience with Cuban women in Miami. His opening line did not go unnoticed: “The worst thing I deal with in Miami are the Cuban women”.
The young Andalusian explains that he is surprised by the level of familiarity in the interactions. “You go to buy anything and a 50-year-old lady says to you, ‘daddy, my love.’ And lady, it doesn’t matter to me that you’re 50 years old, I heat up faster than a mobile in the sun. A little bit of please,” he comments, joking. “In Spain, the cashier asks me: ‘Do you want a bag?’. And here they say: ‘Daddy, do you want a bag? My love, do you want a bag?’”
The video has already surpassed a million views and has generated an avalanche of comments, mostly from Cubans who humorously explain that this affectionate treatment is part of their culture and carries no hidden intentions.
“Don’t get your hopes up, little Spaniard. We call everyone ‘my love’, ‘my life’, ‘my heart’, even the bread vendor”, wrote a user. Another warned jokingly: “Don’t go to Cuba, man, or we’ll lose you.”
A Cuban resident in Europe commented, "I'm in Spain and I haven't called anyone 'my love' anymore because they think one is trying to woo them." Meanwhile, other Spaniards reacted as well: "In Málaga, they say 'my soul' and nothing happens. I don't understand why you are so surprised."
A large part of the audience proudly defended the warmth of the Cuban people. “That's how we are. If we see you twice, we'll already make you coffee and have a mattress ready in the living room,” someone wrote. Another user added: “That’s affection and respect, it’s not flirting. It’s just who we are.”
There were also those who challenged him to go further: "Let yourself travel to Medellín and let the paisas talk to you. Then you definitely won't return to Spain."
Although the initial comment from the Spanish speaker might seem provocative, most received it with humor. He himself responded to the comments acknowledging the avalanche he had generated: "Thank you, José, you have no idea how badly I'm doing," he wrote, laughing at himself.
More than a critique, the video became a mirror of cultural differences and an unintended yet clear celebration of the spontaneity, closeness, and warmth with which many Cubans interact in their daily lives. A particular way of saying “my love” that, it seems, continues to leave more than one European at a loss for words.
Frequently asked questions about the affectionate nature of Cubans and their cultural differences
Why was the Spanish creator @ramonteli so impressed by the Cuban women in Miami?
The Spanish creator @ramonteli was struck by the warm and affectionate way in which Cuban women in Miami address people, using endearing terms like "my love" or "daddy," which he found surprising and different from what he is used to in Spain.
Is it common for Cubans to use affectionate terms with strangers?
Yes, it is very common for Cubans to use affectionate terms such as "my love," "my life," or "my heart" even with people they don't know well. This way of expressing oneself is part of their culture and reflects warmth and empathy, not flirtation.
How did the Cuban community react to the video by @ramonteli?
The Cuban community reacted with humor and pride to the video by @ramonteli, explaining that affectionate treatment is part of their culture. Many defended warmth and closeness as a positive trait of their nature.
What advice is offered to those who are starting a relationship with a Cuban?
It is advised not to misinterpret affectionate terms as flirting, as these expressions are common and reflect kindness and empathy in Cuban culture. Understanding these cultural differences is key to avoiding misunderstandings.
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