What is Phrasebook Romeo?
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A term to describe Asiaphiles who make some half-assed attempt at learning a language so they can harass foreigners (typically
Such behavior is typically displayed by
The term originates from the practice of looking up pickup lines in a foreign language phrasebook but failing miserably in the delivery.
Wapanese guy: Anta wa kawaiine~ Aishiteruwayo!! ^-^ lolololol (Translation: Wow u're thu-per kewt!! Luv ya baby!)
Japanese girl: Nanda kono yarou?! Omae wa onna no you ni hanashitendayo! Zakkennayo! (Translation: What the fuck is with you?! You're talking like a fucking girl! Fuck off!)