Jennifer, known on TikTok as @soyjenniffer, has captured the attention of thousands with a video humorously illustrating how her Cuban boyfriend shouts while on the phone.
"When you have a Cuban boyfriend and you can't decide if the air conditioning noise or his shouting on the phone bothers you more," says the young Bolivian woman living in Florida with her partner at the start of the video.
"Now I'm going to let you hear how loud he shouts... just listen to how loud he is," she adds as she walks towards him in the scene, showing her boyfriend pacing around the apartment during the call. Laughing, she concludes, "He closed the door on me because he caught me recording him."
The video sparked a flood of comments from users who either related to the situation or simply found it amusing. "Almost all of them do it"; "Looking for a Cuban who speaks softly"; "I'm Cuban, and when I visit my family, I always think they're fighting because they don't talk... they shout"; "My Cuban wife has been married to me for 28 years and tells me to speak softly, even though I'm Cuban too, look at that"; "Cubans talk like that"; "That's how we are"; "I understand you, I'm Cuban and not used to it"; "It's normal for us Cuban men"; "But I'm sure he's the best thing that happened to you"; "I think all Cubans are like that"; "That's how we are, but you wouldn't change him for anyone else"; "That's how I am, I can't talk in just one spot"; "Hey, you've lost your fear of my buddy"; "That's how they are"; "So true, haha"; "My husband is the same"; "I walk around too"; "Just let him be"; "You're giving the Cuban a hard time, but you love the Cuban vibe," users commented.
This isn't the first time Jennifer has shared videos about her life in a multicultural relationship. "I'm dating a Cuban, and when he introduces me to his friends, they think I'm with him just for the papers," she said in another post a few months ago. She also mentioned her boyfriend's taste for loud music and Cuban coffee, which she described as "too strong" compared to the coffee from her native Bolivia.
Understanding Cuban Phone Habits
Given the popularity of Jennifer's video, many users have questions about Cuban cultural habits, especially regarding their phone conversations. Here are some common questions and answers that might help shed light on the topic.
Why do Cubans talk loudly on the phone?
It is a cultural trait where speaking loudly is often seen as a sign of enthusiasm and engagement. It is not typically meant to be aggressive.
Is it common for Cubans to walk around while talking on the phone?
Yes, many Cubans feel more comfortable and expressive when they can move around while conversing, a habit that adds to their animated communication style.
How do people typically react to this loud speaking habit?
Reactions vary; some find it endearing and a sign of passion, while others may find it disruptive, particularly if they are not used to it.