Greed is virtually “no existe” because generally, “saving money for a rainy day” is not entertained by Spaniards. Spaniards prefer to live in the moment. A true Spaniard is never stingy, if you are – you are not a true Spaniard! The phrase “Oye, ¿tienes mil pesetas?” means give me seven dollars. “Si” – if a Spaniard has money, he will always give you some if you are in need. He may expect money or dinner in return but usually, invitations are not always returned nor promises always kept. In comparison, Americans are very greedy – good or bad. The obsession for money is very high for Americans. Money is an everyday topic conversation from Americans; they must work in order to get paid, money is not inherited. If you’re so smart, why aren’t you rich?” is a sarcastic expression that can be heard sometimes from Americans. Being rich does not mean you are smart while being smart does not always ensure that you will be rich someday. An extremely generous American is a sign of greed as well but in a different form. Responding to any charitable request is almost an automatic deed. Sending donations abroad to “Adopt-a-Child” or to the Red Cross or giving donations to an alma mater is an act of kindness, which is the good kind of avarice. From rags-to-riches, Americans tend to be self-made because money is in
Greed is virtually “no existe” because generally, “saving money for a rainy day” is not entertained by Spaniards. Spaniards prefer to live in the moment. A true Spaniard is never stingy, if you are – you are not a true Spaniard! The phrase “Oye, ¿tienes mil pesetas?” means give me seven dollars. “Si” – if a Spaniard has money, he will always give you some if you are in need. He may expect money or dinner in return but usually, invitations are not always returned nor promises always kept. In comparison, Americans are very greedy – good or bad. The obsession for money is very high for Americans. Money is an everyday topic conversation from Americans; they must work in order to get paid, money is not inherited. If you’re so smart, why aren’t you rich?” is a sarcastic expression that can be heard sometimes from Americans. Being rich does not mean you are smart while being smart does not always ensure that you will be rich someday. An extremely generous American is a sign of greed as well but in a different form. Responding to any charitable request is almost an automatic deed. Sending donations abroad to “Adopt-a-Child” or to the Red Cross or giving donations to an alma mater is an act of kindness, which is the good kind of avarice. From rags-to-riches, Americans tend to be self-made because money is in