☕ "Sorry!" "Thank you!" "Oh, sorry again!" The British are famous for their politeness—but is it all genuine, or just world-class passive-aggressive fakery?

In this episode of English and Beyond, César & I unpack the quirks of British social etiquette, from excessive apologies to queuing obsessions and the mysterious art of ordering a pint the right way. 🍺

🎧 Inside the episode:
🔍 Why do Brits say "sorry" when THEY get bumped into?
🚇 The fine-tuned etiquette of public transport & queuing
🥂 Ordering drinks in a British pub—why "I want a beer" is NOT okay
🏖️ The bizarre contrast between polite Brits at home and rowdy Brits abroad
🇪🇸 How does Spanish directness clash with British subtlety?

💡 Are the British genuinely polite, or is it all just social survival? Let us know your thoughts!

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E26 Are British people *really* polite? - British culture and real-life English speaking practice

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E26 Are British people *really* polite? - British culture and real-life English speaking practice

E26 Are British people really polite? - British culture and real-life English speaking practice

E26 Are British people really polite? - British culture and real-life English speaking practice