Stereotypes of Argentines

[1][2] In Brazil, Chile and Uruguay, Argentines are stereotyped as arrogant, proud, narcissistic and racist.

[3][4][5][6][7] To this Argentines are also known for being gossipy, full of grandeur, liars (chantas), envious, quick and exaggerated in Uruguay.

[8] In addition to the above, Argentines have also been labeled as lazy, vain, and pedantic, but also kind and carefree, in scientific polls.

[9] In some Spanish-speaking countries (such as Spain, Colombia, Paraguay and Peru), Argentines are stereotyped as passionate –though somewhat coarse– as well as noble, honest, and kind.

[10] In Europe Argentines have also been suggested to consume large quatities of meat, be overly concerned with football and to belong to a country of beautiful women.