Stereotypes
The stereotypical carioca loves beach, sunbathing and parties. Carioca women are known for their tanned skin and body shapes (Rio bikinis are the global best sellers).
According to a survey published in American Scientist Magazine, the cariocas of Rio de Janeiro exhibited great friendliness and tend to offer to help in various situations. A quote from the article states :
| “ | There is an important word in Brazil: simpático (or carismático). It refers to a range of desirable social qualities - to be friendly, nice, agreeable, and good-natured. A person who is fun to be with and pleasant to deal with.... Brazilians, especially the Cariocas of Rio (as citizens here are known), want very much to be seen as simpático. And going out of one's way to assist strangers is part of this image. | ” |
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Famous quotes containing the word stereotypes:
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