Cubana calls out a Cuban who talked about looking for a woman "10 years younger."

A young Cuban woman responds to a sexist comment on TikTok, sparking a debate about materialism in relationships. Her ironic and firm reply has been widely praised and shared.

Cuban in the USAPhoto © @melanynail_2 / TikTok

An exchange on TikTok between two Cubans has sparked debate on social media after a user left a comment that was deemed sexist.

"The best thing for a man is to work hard and achieve his personal goals before looking for one who is ten years younger," wrote the Cuban on social media.

A young woman's response came quickly and soon went viral: “What are you going to do when your money runs out, my love? You base everything on material things and look for someone who's only with you for your money… when it runs out, what will the cockroach count on?” she replied.

The young woman's comment has been shared and praised by hundreds of users, who agreed that she dismantled the materialistic and macho perspective of the original message with irony and strength.

The video was posted on the TikTok account @melanynail_2, where it has garnered numerous reactions and comments that keep the debate alive.

Frequently Asked Questions about the TikTok Debate on Relationships and Machismo in Cuba

Why did the debate on TikTok about relationships and machismo in Cuba arise?

The debate originated from a misogynistic comment made by a Cuban user on TikTok, who suggested that men should seek younger partners after achieving their personal goals. A young woman's critical response to this comment sparked a discussion about materialism and machismo in relationships.

What was the young Cuban woman's response to the sexist comment?

The young woman replied with irony and firmness, questioning what the man would do when he ran out of money, pointing out that his perspective was materialistic and depended on his financial capacity. Her response was applauded by many users who believed she dismantled the sexist view of the original message.

How did social media react to the young Cuban's response?

The young woman's comment quickly went viral on TikTok, generating numerous reactions and debates. Many users praised her response, noting that she effectively challenged the materialistic and macho perspective of the original comment.

What other topics of debate about relationships have emerged on TikTok related to Cubans?

On TikTok, several debates have emerged regarding relationships, including criticisms of age differences in couples, economic expectations in relationships, and the roles of men and women. These debates reflect the tensions surrounding gender, money, and cultural expectations in relationships.

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Yare Grau

Originally from Cuba, but living in Spain. I studied Social Communication at the University of Havana and later graduated in Audiovisual Communication from the University of Valencia. I am currently part of the CiberCuba team as an editor in the Entertainment section.