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"Cheese", or "say cheese" is what UK and US people usually say when someone is taking a picture, because it makes your mouth to show a 'smile-like' shape.

In the late 19th century, it was more nice to keep the mouth small, which led to photographers to use the phrase "say prunes" (so the 'duck face' is old like that!)

I've also heard another instructions like:
"Smile" / "Smile for the camera", "Look at the birdie" or "Act serious!"

But the interesting thing is to find out the common words said in different countries and cultures. I know some like:
Ouistiti – France ( = Little Monkey)
Famiglia – Italy ( = Family )
Marmolada – Poland ( = jam )

** Here, I'd like to ask you, What is common to say in your country? **

In Spain we usually say Patata ( = Potato ) because we have a great humor sense, and telling that word, everybody will show a wide open mouth that makes you look silly and funny.
Personally, I like to say 'whisky' or whatever nonsense stuff that comes up to my mind in that moment.

Anyway, what about you?
What do you say when someone is taking you a picture?

** You can also give another funny suggestions.

Thanks for reading!