Questions the Rest of the World Has for Americans

6. What’s with Americans and tipping?

Tipping is seen as something optional or even a courtesy in many countries; however, tipping is an almost sacred practice in the USA. Americans don't think twice about calculating the tip fee when paying a bill. In the states, salaries for various service providers — especially servers and delivery drivers — are supplemented with tips. It’s one of the customs that can cause strange situations among foreigners and can generate embarrassing situations for those who aren’t familiar with the habit.