DATING & CULTURE
Asian Dating: How Different are Thai Women from Filipino Women?
A lot of men all around the world find Southeast Asian women to be everything they want in a romantic partner. Two of the most popular tourist attractions and dating destinations for Western men are the Philippines and Thailand.
But if you’ve ever had your fair share of travel, or at least been in a multicultural gathering, you’d have probably experienced the same confusion as many: how do you tell the Thais and Filipinos apart?
In the dating world, they share many similarities and come from beautiful tropical paradises. But if you are on the lookout for a Southeast Asian partner, it may interest you to understand key similarities and differences these two beautiful peoples have with each other.
The Similarities
1. Physical Traits
This is where most of the confusion lies, as both Thais and Filipinos look so similar to each other, even they can’t tell each other apart. Some say that Filipinos may have rounder eyes in general, but that isn’t reliable enough a descriptor for most people.
Both populations have Malay and Chinese ethnic attributes with some Caucasian influence. With their natural tan skin, jet black hair, and feminine figures, they are both equally attractive to men all over.
2. Traditional and family-oriented
Both societies are conservative and family oriented. They care about the sentiments of the community and deeply respect their elders. They hold traditional views on marriage and family, wanting to be good wives to their husbands and nurturing mothers to their children.
3. Feminine
Both Thai and Filipino women relish their femininity in both the way they dress and the way they carry themselves. They are taught to portray proper body language and manners, especially in public view.
4. Openness to dating foreigners
Hospitality is a key trait for these two nationalities. Aside from that, they are both equally open to foreign relationships and can easily assimilate to new countries.
The Differences
1. Religion
Most Filipinos are Catholics and most Thais are Buddhists. While both are generally respectful of other religions, this can be a factor for both men and women when selecting a long-term partner.
2. When speaking English
A glaring difference between both nationalities is English proficiency. Most Filipinos speak English while most Thai people do not. However, with the rise of globalization and the internet, English proficiency should improve greatly in Thailand over the next several years.
3. Fashion
It can be said that Thai women are a bit more fashion-sensitive than Filipino women. While both nationalities share the desire for whiter skin, Thai women use more facial cosmetics and are a bit more adventurous with their clothing fashion than their Filipino counterparts.
Looking to date a Thai or Filipino woman?
Whomever you choose to date, whether a Thai woman or Filipino woman, one thing is for certain: They are some of the most amazing women on the planet. They both have greater and stronger character than their feminine exteriors may suggest. They will both love their husbands and children with all their hearts. Treat them right and they will love you forever.
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