One thing i have found the chilleans have mastered above all things is.....The chat up.
Whereas ye builders of ol blighty are still leaning towards the universally known, "alright sexy" or "oi you, you're a bit of alright" the chilleans have flattery down to a fine art.
Despite often being somewhat disheveled and sweaty (it is 33 degrees most days) i am often met with, admittedly, a rather creepy and equally sweaty smile though what follows is somewhat different. "Preciosa", "linda linda" "ay que hermosa".
No, funnily enough i do NOT mind if you call me precious and beautiful, yet lovely. Nor do i mind the occasional "wow, you're so pretty!"
Seriously, feel free.
GO AHEAD.
Note to all English builders-
go to chile to learn how it's done.
super true. hard to feel offended by it, although i am still trying. "reina de mi corazoooonnnn"
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