If you're Italian you're probably pretty easy to spot in a crowd. You see, we Italians have several tells that give away our animated ethnic background. Here are some signs that mean you're Italian.

1. You love food.

All food. Any food. Especially garlic bread and you're always up for some food.

2. You talk very loudly.

Whispering is not something you know how to do. Everyone in the room is included in your conversation because you talk loud enough for everyone in the room to hear you.

3. People say you’re mean.

Your mean and mocking behavior is really a compliment. Every good Italian knows that when you are only nice to someone when you really hate them.

4. You have a large family.

Large and loud, family gatherings mean a crowded house with a plethora of family drama. Oh, how you love the holidays.

5. Your last name ends in a vowel.

Almost all Italian last names do.

6. You love cheese.

And not in the same way that other people love cheese. You LOVE cheese. All cheese. Any cheese. It runs through your blood—just like pasta. Being lactose-intolerant is considered a shameful flaw in your family.

7. Someone in your family lineage had some association to the Mob.

But your family doesn't talk about it...

8. You have family in the Northeast.

Obviously, you’ll have some family in the region of the country where pretty much every Italian lives.

9. You love to argue.

The general rule is whoever can yell their opinion the loudest is the one who’s right.

10. You talk with your hands.

You just can't make your point without the use of your hands.

11. You are not fluent in Italian but you know how to say the swear words.

Those are the most important words anyway.

12. You were disciplined through the use of kitchen utensils.

You know that wooden spoon was used for more than just stirring the sauce.