concept   body size

12 commonsense assertions
Cultures (12) Polynesian cultures (1) Western culture (1) Brazil (1) United States (1) East Asian countries (1) Latin American countries (1) Polynesian culture (1) South Asian countries (1) European countries (1) Mauritania (1) Middle Eastern countries (1) Pacific Islands (1)
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 body size Polynesian cultures In Polynesian cultures, a larger body size is considered a symbol of wealth, prosperity, and beauty. 6
2 body size Western culture Western culture values slim body size and muscularity for both physical strength and attractiveness. 6
3 body size Brazil In Brazil, curvier body types are celebrated and larger muscle size is associated with physical attractiveness. 4
4 body size United States In the United States, body size is associated with social perceptions, attractiveness, and societal pressure, influencing stereotypes. 4
5 body size East Asian countries In East Asian countries, there is a cultural preference for petite and slim body sizes. 3
6 body size Latin American countries Curvier body types are celebrated and considered beautiful in Latin American countries. 2
7 body size Polynesian culture In Polynesian culture, larger body size is associated with beauty, wealth, and social status. 2
8 body size South Asian countries In South Asian countries, a larger body size is linked to prosperity and wellbeing. 2
9 body size European countries In European cultures, being slim is often linked with elegance and sophistication. 1
10 body size Mauritania In Mauritania, being overweight is considered beautiful, healthy, and prosperous. 1
11 body size Middle Eastern countries In Middle Eastern countries, having a larger body size is often viewed as a symbol of wealth and abundance. 1
12 body size Pacific Islands In Pacific Island culture, larger body size is considered attractive, indicative of wealth, and associated with higher social status. 1