Surprising Strangers by Speaking Their Language, Part 2
This is a compilation video of some of my recent "greatest hits" surprising strangers in public by speaking their language, in languages from all over the world! Watch the first compilation video here: • Surprising Strangers b...
0:00 Urdu
0:47 Twi
3:52 Chinese
4:54 Haitian Creole
6:59 Gujarati
8:43 Jamaican Patois
11:07 Chinese
12:37 Tamil
14:36 Norwegian
15:32 Amharic
16:48 Urdu
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dang, how many languages do you know
Can't afford that plus I probably won't live long enough to use the language. I'm an old lady. I know Spanish, some German, some Italian and Latin. I learned some Latin through this catholic school I go to. Once you learn some Latin you can learn some European languages easier. Spanish, Italian, French and a few other European languages are descendants from the Latin language. When I was young I loved going to school and learning. Since I have reached my 70's. I've gotten lazy. Don't mind learning something new just don't want to study anymore. My mind is overloaded. I need to give it a break. Love your content.
Seems like you can't speak Nepali
Can you share which restaurants you went to? I’d love to try the Gujarati place
you should learn some Georgian(ქართული) ,it would be very interesting .
I like how it doesn't matter the culture, the ladies with the momma vibes always trying to feed you up 😂
Lesson I’m learning-> Learn other languages. Meet nice people. Get free food sometimes.
That's what I commented. No cultural experience is complete without the food initiation 😅
@@Pyxe_ZA true! And if someone offers you food, you better not turn it down because that’s disrespectful as hell in a lot cultures! Lol
@@knottchu6159 bro legit happened to me last week, I'm learning Spanish and I got one of my favorite Honduran foods. It's called "tajadas con pollo" My coworker just bought it for me out of the blue. I was so grateful!
I love my momma, she does the same thing
The Haitian people in the shop warmed my heart. “Today might be your day, tomorrow might be mine” pay it forward❤️🔥
Seriously... My favorite part of the whole video. Such great people in this world. Thank you for sharing your talent and showing us the true light of the world @xiaomanyc
Today you... Tomorrow me
It literally made me tear up. We all have so much more in common than we seem to realize.
My mother helped rebuild a school in Haiti. And she interacted with a lot of the locals. They were always smiling and were super friendly to her during her time there even though they have less than most Americans. They have my respect and my wish for 1st world countries to learn from people like them.
Yea I'm haitain
I'm struggling to learn a second language and this man's running around speaking everything.
same fr im struggling w japanese and this guy knows like every language 😭😭
the more languages you learn the easier it gets
I play a game that has italian speakers and has voice triggers for ingame stuff and I set it to italian so i have to speak it and it helps with practicing
I speak 4 langs fluently lmao and around 10 non-fluently
I know, right? Here I am on my third attempt at Rosetta Stone Spanish.
The Ghanian ladies were so nice and exited for a local to speak their language it was such a nice interaction
Excited. Lol.
@@dansgroi1472 girl it’s not a spelling bee you know what they meant u missed the point
@@angel-nf5ix couldn't help myself. Lol
@@dansgroi1472 smh 😭
@@angel-nf5ix The people in the video also correct Ari. It's about learning and getting better, not pedantics
i love the way that, no matter the language or culture, they're just rlly happy to see someone putting in an effort to learn their language and stuff
It’s a sign of respect
@CRISTO È RISORTO! 🔥 (CHRIST IS RISEN) 1st of all, bro what. 2nd of all, preciate it but no
nice video
And then you have English speakers who just insult those learning to speak English 🤣
@@Wilbur.Mallon wow, that was...really respectful XD. I didn't expect that when I first saw their comment
Dude, you're breaking down the barriers between cultures and opening peoples' minds to acceptance, and I'm HERE FOR IT! The world needs a billion more like you.
The world need's the current population of him. Sure be hard to start a war.
This is how it’s always been, the media likes to lie to you and create problems where there isn’t any. 95% of people are happy when “outsiders” take on their culture.
To Accept what exactly? To accept that white people were ex slave owners to all these cultures 👍
We all just need to learn to speak all language
@@teauny yes i wish there wasn’t so many languages going extinct like animere 😭😭
People become more friendly when you speak their language, who would have thought? Honestly I love these videos.
@John Creley Very nice sentiment. 👍🏼
English speakers feel the same way
@@jerryboics9550 Difference being you typically get assaulted, verbally but in some instances physically, for not speaking English in the vicinity of English speakers. The Ghanian ladies didn't scream at him for not speaking their language within 10 ft of them.
not really, I spoke English when I visited the states few years ago and People were not that friendly. some even told me to go back to my country.
@@vOID-fh1qt Uhh it depends on where you go, english speakers get the same in places that english isn't the native language.
His Norwegian is so easily understandable, that he can practically just talk like that in Denmark, and he'd be all good there too lmao
Swedish too
Tænker præcis det samme 😂
same with sweden too haha
i call it the Nordic mix, it also exists here for the balkan languages, a middle ground
Norwegian truly is the best language to learn.
I LOVE the Gujarati shop keeper's reaction. You literally see his heart swelling and melting with pride that someone is speaking to him in his own language. It's absolutely beautiful!
He gives such hope for the world 🌎 Sometimes I’m so moved I cry 😭! Maybe humans can choose Love and acceptance instead of being haters. White Christian Nationalists scare the crap out of me! LOVE may win...
@@bcooke1000 I've abandoned Christianity from a young age. They're so hateful and think terribly of anyone different than them. I've chosen my own path and show kindness to anyone unless they are mean or do bad
@@Bounty_Hunter_McShay Yes! Freedom of religion is one of our rights, to choose our beliefs. May the choice to love always win over hate.
@@bcooke1000 yes I am now polytheistic and believe in many Gods controlling certain parts of the world like the sky, sea, nature, etc
@@bcooke1000 speaking for Christians here, were taught not to hate anyone. not even our enemies, Jesus tells us to love everyone as he loves us. If you’ve gotten the impression that Christians are hateful people, then you’re mistaken & i’m sorry you’ve been made to feel that way. I encourage you to have real conversations with Christians & learn about our religion, & what we really believe. were not evil or oppressive people like a majority of the media likes to portray us. Have a wonderful day❤️ (not that it should matter but I’m a young white American man btw)
I love how friendly people become when you speak their language. Giving him free stuff off of the strength that he appreciates their culture.
Imagine, the whole world use single language.
@@kchmyy I think if everyone learned minionese we’d be a happier world.
@@kchmyy historically that’s wat English was supposed to be. That’s why it has so many words derived from other languages but it got too complicated for others to learn since there’s so many ways to say just one word
@@kchmyy me no use language different
@@em1ownerify boorger King or Mk Doonal make betta boorgers
So damned heartwarming to see these types of interactions. Funny how similar we all are isn't it?
exactly man we all human after all
This is enlightening to say the least. It's great to see these good people from other lands.
Absolutely! Far more in common than we don't have in common 😊
Also using the language of food works everywhere
When I deployed to South Korea, I made an effort to speak a little bit of Korean to the locals and holy moly the friends I made and doors it opened I can’t even explain it was the best 9 months of my life all because I attempted to learn a language, it’s crazy how easy it is to connect with other cultures just with a little effort
They went from “look at that foreigner” to “you look amazing” 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Love how speaking the same language opens people’s hearts 🥰
more like ki$$ing a$$ because they got caught out.
idk if you missed it but his shirt says "foreigner", otherwise they're in the US, they'll have a busy time pointing out every foreigner.
And then they flirted with him.
That’s too far
This had me dying😂😂😂😂
I noticed he's actually still learning a lot of these languages so his speech is somewhat broken and disjointed but the people he's speaking to are all so happy just to see him try to learn. The main thing just seems to be to try and regardless of whether you're a month into learning or 2 years, people will be happy to see an American speaking their native tongue. Great video.
That's the difference between learning English and other languages. Most English native speakers play deaf or make fun of you if you speak a little wrong but good enough to understand, while any other language we embrace everyone trying to speak our language. At least in my own experience, I had more "fun" and self confidence to talk with natives while learning Spanish and Yorùbá than English.
We have indians at my job who understand english but dont speak any of it so its abit hard understanding them but im extremely patient with tbem because i can break it down enough for them to understand how to still get by at work
thats how you learn a new language. yes it might be broken but people are willing to help
People just love that you cared enough about their culture to put in the effort to speak to them in their native tongue
That's exactly how Americans feel when someone immigrates and tries to speak English even if they aren't very good at it. Unfortunately most don't even attempt to, they refuse to learn or speak English and *ONLY* speak in their native tongue, refusing to integrate into the culture, and making aspects of civilization incredibly difficult like when we try to provide medical services to someone we then need to have translators on hand for a large variety of languages. I hope newcomers to the country someday meet us halfway by learning our language just like we have already learned theirs.
This man brings smiles around the world. This is cultural appreciation at its finest.
Well said!
This dude is killing it. Its awesome to see him interact. It should be mandatory in American education for people to learn at least 2 other languages besides english. It would open so many people up.
It's mandatory in NC to take a Spanish Class, if you want to go to College
It’s also fantastic for brain development
@@kidgoku2206 yea that’s every state bud but the difference is in other countries they start learning English (sometimes other languages) in middle schools and even elementary school. I also had go to take Spanish in California but it was only 2 years. I now live in japan and I speak Japanese at a N4 level. I believe we should be required to start learning another language during middle school!
@@kidgoku2206 Americans always say that they have to speak Spanish but then why does the majority not speak it? I know 1 non latin American that can speak Spanish
@@takasu9246 you only need to take 2 semesters of foreign language for university, and that's 1 class per semester so it's not that much time to learn
The fact that he's sweating tells much more about this video. It tells the fact that he's nervous, but still try to talk in a way that he can and gets praised for his effort. I remember cutting down the conversation the minute I got nervous talking to foreigners. I really appreciate this video, thank you.
Great observation. This is my main barrier to speaking other people's languages. I used to teach English as a foreign language courses, when I lived abroad and this was always a challenge for the students. I wish I had Xiaoma's courage in this area. I imagine that is at least part of his secret. He is courageous to speak these languages, despite his nervousness.
@@gordonliu3972 was hard to miss!
It’s such a joy to see people’s ears perk up when they understand you’re speaking their native tongue. Their eyes brighten and their smiles widen- I love your videos. Positive human interactions- amongst people of different backgrounds- are good to see these days 😊 Thanks yet again for bringing a smile to my face!
Exactly. I can’t wait to do the same in Japanese
^What she said 💯
I think about this a lot. It’s super important for people to see how well we can all get along when we all put in effort to understand and respect different backgrounds
Why did I tear up reading this? 😅
@@khalilahd. I'm trying to learn Japanese as well!
How many languages do you speak? Xiaomanyc : Yes.
This guy is proof that a person can 'reactivate' the language learning part of the brain. Truly fun to watch.
This dude is like a world ambassador at this point. How many people can speak this many languages while also having the ability to make everyone he meets have the biggest smile on their face? These uploads genuinely make my day better and I'm grateful someone like Xiaoma exists!
its all fake
@@franciskulchar2877 how Lmao
You should check out Loushu. Sadly he has passed RIP 🙏. He was an inspiration to alot of the linguists on KZhead.
@@Danimal_McLeod that’s tragic. He was very likable. Any idea what happened?!
Ummm.... Learning a language should not be praised this much
It’s cool how he makes everyone so happy by just speaking their language
Breaking down the walls…..
I love how passionate they get when they see someone take an interest in their culture, truly an amazing way to connect with people
a little effort at speaking a different language does so many good to people. I have been learning sign language for a few years now because i have a deaf working partner, its a rare language among hearing people and almost nobody at work speaks it(apart from his brother and 1 other guy just a little). It made him so happy i do my best to learn how to communicate with him. I can say anything i want, he can tell me anything and i will understand. but when he and his brother talk, i just cant keep up 90% of the time X'D.
My cousin's grandma, who has always treated me as her grandchild too, is from Puerto Rico. Whenever I speak Spanish with her, even though I'm not very good, it makes her really happy.
That’s so nice!
Makes me miss Laoshu... Because you both go from strangers to friends so fast when talking to these people, bringing good vibes and positivity. Keep on inspiring Xiaoma
Me too! I always think about him! I love you!
@@hitmarkerwhattt6921 I literally forgot about him. Crazy how fast people move on. I still don't know how he actually died. Media claims it was natural, but his brother says that's bullshit. He said that people killed him and afterwards covered it up Anyways R.I.P to my nigga Laoshu 🙏🏾😥
Just the other day I was thinking about him, I miss him too
Except Laoshu actually learnt the languages and not just some phrases for ordering food like Xiamanyc
@@Makaveli-033 bro had a crazy jealous wife that wanted him out the picture when she realized just how much love he was getting from the outer world. When u have a lot in life women will want to take from u not be with u.
The Haitian Creole clip always fills my heart, there's so much love there
Twi too.
ikr it just makes me so happy
Filled my heart with so much joy.
Yeah, Haitian people are the best, my country have a lot of Haitian immigrants that come here to try to get a better condition for their families, the sad thing is my country treat these persons really really bad, it’s heartbreaking seeing them suffering from all kinds of abuse and it really brings a shame for my country, i wish all of them the best, they do not deserve to pass through the shit they have to deal here…
Yh that got me
I cannot help to smile while he breaks the language barrier between people and seeing smiles all around.
Man you truly help me with my social anxiety seeing such love and happiness in these reactions its like a balm.
As a person from rural America, this amazes me to see someone be able to connect with so many cultures. I would love to be able to learn another language just to be able to connect. This is literally awesome! Much respect for you brother
Nothing is stopping you send that shit brother!
Duolingo
I’ve learned two Languages now, I started when a was 21 / I’m 24 now you can do anything just gotta put you’re mind to it
These people all seem to speak decent English though, no reason you can't connect to them by asking about their foods/culture. Language is not everything.
In Germany you have to learn at least english and a different language Like french spanish or russian
I love how no one takes offense to him trying to speak their language even if he can only speak a little of it. No one gets upset they just welcome him and try to teach him more it’s awesome to see Edit: thanks for the likes but why am I getting attacked I was just saying I’m happy to see the world is good.
why would you think theyd get upset?
@@RafalKalita personally I’ve seen people that do, just personally.
@@AIphyI Shame on those people.
@@RafalKalita French people…
@@jessturner6886 Agreed. Never met a nice French in France.
The poorer the country, the kinder and more caring are the people. One love for all African snd Asian brothers and sisters! You’re the soul of this planet. Greetings from Eastern Europe.
This video made me smile and realize I speak all of these languages too. A smile works no matter where you go!!! Great show
Unbelievable how languages are breaking us apart. Your work put into evidence that knowing more languages would help us to bring differences aside. One world, one love!
That's why the world should speak French.
learning a new language isn't just learning a new way to talk, it's learning a new way to think too. they say when you pick up a new language you gain another life, a new perspective on life, and a new way of thinking.
No its not breaking us appart, its the contrary. Dont you see that they are understanding english yet its when you talk the language of their homes that they are happy ? If we all speak and understand one language with no home/parents language, there wouldnt be a happy discover/discussion about the surprise of another knowing your mother language, thats the whole point.
It's not really breaking apart. Think of it like the whisper game. Starts out the same as the first person said, but by the end it's completely changed but yet you can see how it became that. That's how language is, while being different, they have the same roots. It's like it changes little by little everywhere you go. If you know Spanish, you'll be able to learn Italian easily, and visa versa. If you know French, you'll be able to learn Creole easy, and visa versa. And all language has hints of Latin in them. It's all connected in someway or another
@@rafeo4461 U could say the same thing for every other language bro
This guy a definition for, “The child your Asian parent needs”, someone that speak their language well 🙂 I can speak my parents language which is Vietnamese, but clearly I suck. I can understand their conversation a little bit. But I know when they trash talk 😗✌️, don’t start with me mom, I know you trash talkin. Don’t even lie 🤭
There's time where chinese parents said how their child should speak like him lol
Trust me theres wisdom in your husband/wife not speaking your families language. youre off the hook for all the family politics
But why only 18 languages? 20 is good.
🤣
I bet his wife's parents were like 0.0 when he spoke Chinese to them.
Everyone is so nice when they find out you speak their language, like giving you food and other items for free, complimenting your will to learn, and overall being very welcoming and accepting. It’s amazing to see. I think no matter the language humans love to connect with each other. Sharing culture is a beautiful thing
This man singlehandedly ending racism, one language at a time.
😁 fr
The fact this dude is able to learn so many languages and my brain can't even retain a couple words of Spanish is absolutely astounding. If he can learn all these I can at least learn 1 other language 😂
😂
Learn one more and you’ll see others aren’t hard. Set an axiomatic base and reason up
Learning the first is the hardest
Well it's honestly not that hard for those who grew up learning more than one language. For my case, I learned two at school as most people my age would mix them while talking to each other , one at home thanks to a foreign parent, and English later on because I read lots of English books. You can start by taking baby steps , and always do practice speaking it with natives in order to improve ( if you can do that, which is achievable in this day and age thanks to all social platforms). It'll be hard at first and you might feel like quitting, but what makes a difference is seeing it through. You don't have to learn it as fast as this dude , it's all about your own pace. Nothing to be ashamed of if it takes you a while to reach a certain point. Good luck :)
no you cant ^^
I’m always frighten to speak a foreign language that I’m trying to learn. But you make it look like the barriers are so low. You are a example for me!
You can see him sweat in every video. He's nervous, he just doesn't let it stop him. He knows that people like it when others try to connect with them.
I've never had anyone be rude to me when I speak their language. I'm decently fluent in 6, learning a 7th and could probably communicate in ~9. No one has ever, ever been rude to me about my speaking their languages. Closest I get is French, a native language for me, where I've got an obscure accent that Parisians correct me on all the time, but that's a Canadian thing 🇨🇦
You can literally almost befriend anyone. Thats amazing.
Amazed at how well traveled and cultured he is, he got friends everywhere too!
Learning a language breaks the boundaries with other cultures. Taking the time to learn Urdu or Tamil just to communicate with people generates a lot of respect, I'm always amazed when someone from the sub Saharan countries speak Moroccan dialect.
@@GeoClix ???
@@GeoClix im pretty sure tamil isnt the main language of india lol
@@lolman9410 yeah the main language in India is Indian
@@andrewg7779 but indian isnt a language, do you mean hindi?
@@lolman9410 no I mean indian
I love that line. “you know you’ve made it when you get food for free.” That Chinese drive thru I think was one of the best reactions in this vid.
this has to be the most wholesome channel on youtube. I've been smiling so much at this my cheeks actually ache
Traveled a lot and always try to speak the language even if only a few words. The locals generally are excited that you are making the effort to learn their language and culture… which for me makes traveling more intimate and enjoyable. Learning enough vocabulary and grammar rules to be able to have even a basic conversation is difficult, your ability to speak at the levels you do in so many different languages after only a few weeks is amazing.
The joy that these people show the minute they hear their language is so beautiful. I can’t wait to do the same with Japanese 🙏🏽
I'm just beginning my journey with Japanese, I hope I can actually stick with it. I only know some Spanish because of high school.
すごい！僕も日本語を勉強する。あなたのチャンネルをサブスクライブした！🙆🏻♂️
I am also learning Japanese, so if you know any good online tool or site, please share with me - Thank you
@@kevintjekevin 私も！
@@Pablo_minimal how far are you into learning Japanese? if the original commenter doesn’t reply I can share some sites
It's unbelievable how you are able to both listen AND communicate in different languages and speak in a semi-casual manner. I had so much fun watching this video
That’s crazy Lmaoo you make everyone’s day when you speak there language it’s amazing 🖤💯
I am just in awe in how many languages he learned with the amount of time he has! I'm fluent in English, Japanese, Tagalog, and Illocano (northern Philippine dialect) and I struggle to learn 5th language! And it warms my heart to see the local patrons hook him up for free just speaking their language.
the African people especially get super friendly when they hear someone speaking their language, and you can really tell xiaoma made their day! The Nigeria video where he spoke Yoruba is still my favourite! I loved the reactions!
yeah because they cant talk shit about u anymore 😂
I think it's the fact that a lot of immigrants keep to themselves, and seeing a native of their new country speaking their home language out of interest and curiosity lets them lower their defenses, and engage on a familiar level.
@@ANMS.cyberpunk That's probably true
Its crazy how the awkward tension immediately changes to curiosity and interest when he starts speaking their language. I would've never guessed how powerful this is, but it makes sense. Its shows he really appreciates their whole culture, especially being an American where he doesn't have to learn the language.
Your videos are proof that people really just want to connect to each other, especially that Haitian guy who gave you the free water, what a cool person
"go to Ghana" while he is litterally drowning under his own sweat
"come, follow me, we going to ghana now, we are"
🤣🤣
I love how genuinely happy people get when u speak their language, it’s so sweet
So nice to see people turn 180° when you speak to them in the native language, everyone can appreciate it
I was in Italy this summer and tried my hardest to communicate in Italian and I could see that people appreciated it, even if it was broken as hell. I only spent a couple weeks learning the basics but the doors it opened was incredible. Also, getting out there and speaking to people makes you learn even faster. Respect to this guy and respect to all the people to opening up. This video shows that most people are good people and the world isnt going to shit like the media tells us
It's great to see people have so much dedication to understand a culture. Learning the language is the first and biggest step, and it's awesome seeing people learn! Grazie mille! -An Italian.
Totally agree. Ciao Dall'Italia. Sei sempre il Benvenuto.
People are both good and bad, it is just that these situation trigger an instinctive and uncontrollable good reactions from people. It's like if you go see a kid going towards you or trying to communicate with you, you cannot react badly. This is a very interesting human behaviour that crosses all cultures
Love you brother, fron Rome (IT)
Don't you dare try. Lmao.
This guy always amazes me, I only speak English and I find it hard to even fathom how someone can become fluent enough in so many languages to have such great conversations with native speakers. It's so impressive
when you willing to learn then you are able to communicate well after just a couple of weeks.
@Tupac Shakur 😅 Weeks, you mean years.
Same here, he's amazing. My X-GF was Chinese and she struggled to learn English (she had been in the US for 3 years when I met her). I helped her with her English but I found Chinese to be way too complicated. I FAILED!
watching how happy you make the people you speak with brings a tear.
Love watching this young man, what a talent he has, and the respect he gains from the people he talks to is brilliant. Love his videos.
The smile that come to their faces when he starts speaking their language is so fulfilling & heart warming 🥹☺️
Seriously Dude. There needs to be more people like you in this world. You've made every single person in this video so very happy. You've given them a good laugh, been so polite and brought a smile to their faces. Even helping them out with there food stalls by ordering and saying to keep the change. You Sir are a top guy. 👏 Keep doing what you're doing 🙏✌️
Orrrr, we could all just speak English
why tho, its not the most spoken language in the world, statistically and from a pragmatic standpoint you would just speak mandarin
@@slydamiser6317 every airport traffic controller needs to speak english, as does every pilot. That should tell you something
Yeah, why not get rid of all the cultural differences which makes this world so much more interesting. What a simplistic and depressing world view. @bean beaner learning a language opens you so many doors..this dude is gifted and im jealous because I m very slow at learning other languages...
@@slydamiser6317 And also maybe just because english is most easiest language to learn... Its so much more easier to learn english than mandarin I think..
These interactions are so wholesome. So many kind people.
This touches my heart how much joy you bring people just from one little experience.
This guy has a gifted ability to learn languages. It’s just like everyone is better at different subjects but this guy is incredible at languages.
At this point he has mastered learning new languages, I don't think it's a gift, it's more about dedication and actually wanting to do it, and after learning so many languages you kinda improve your ability to learn even more.
@@mario_gabriel Definitely takes a ton of work and dedication to learn it. Especially since he only started learning other languages when he was already 18. The older you are the harder it is. Massive props to him.
@@mario_gabriel It's a gift. He has an amazing memory. It's one thing to know basic words, it's another to understand and converse. I'm sure his memory is great, and he could do well in about any school subject that depends on memory.
@@emac543 you'd be surprised how good your memory is if you practice something everyday with dedication, I think a lot of people just limit themselves thinking that someone else did it because he has a gift, and that applies to everything not just learning new languages. Besides, people always think it's impossible to learn something that seems complicated when they know nothing about it, but when they actually learn it they understand it wasn't that big of a deal.
@@mario_gabriel I've had to memorize a lot. I simply have a mediocre memory. There is absolutely no way I could do what this guy is doing. I was naturally athletic when i ws younger, competition was fun for me. My uncoordinated sibling, not so much. Learning languages is similar. This guy is drawn to learning multiple languages because its easy for him. I'm glad for him, I'd do the same if I could. Ive certainly worked at languages. Im a very hard worker, but my memory could never hold a candle to this guys. I know because I've spent hours memorizing things. My guess is that you are blessed with a good memory or are optimistic. The playing field isn't level. We all have different abilities.
It's so cool seeing people get super surprised when you speak their language. One day, I wanna be really good at Japanese and visit Japan. You're an inspiration
頑張りましょう。
You can do anything you put your mind to. I thought I would give up studying Japanese after a week. That was 2 years ago.
@@tenchu3770 I'm still not fluent, but im definitely well on my way. I'm working towards my JLPT N3 qualification for the test next July (I can't take N4 in December this year so I'm just gonna skip it and go to N3). I'm quite self-critical but I'd place myself in the frustrating section where I'm well above beginner but slightly below conversational
I'm in my early twenties, and currently not many things give me hope. Your videos give me hope man. I don't know why but they make me feel like one day everything's gonna be good. Hope you are well
I really enjoy your content because it's just so wholesome. You like learning and that awesome. But, taking the time to learn someones native language to communicate with them just shows the up most respect and that you care. keep doing what you do man
There's a polyglot, and then there's Ari.... you are amazing, and I love how you honor these cultures by learning their languages. The true joy you bring those (who came here and had to struggle to learn English) when you speak in their native tongues is incredible. Love your videos :D
continuing laoshus legacy
The smile that he puts on everyone’s face. He memory and speed on learning is crazy.
They look so happy, you share joy I love it !
This is such a wholesome channel, I love the people's reactions❤
Every time I’m in a rut with learning Japanese I watch your videos and see people smiling, that keeps me going man :)
i love seeing the amount of ppl learning japanese here! i’ve been at it for almost 2 years, but had a huge break in motivation. 一緒に頑張りましょう！
@@mx.sinistxr i just passed the 2 year mark! I remember trying to watch anime or read manga without English and getting frustrated that I couldn't follow what was going on. But the beginner stage is the hardest, and nowadays I can pick up (almost) any Japanese show, manga or game and know 50-80% of the words and easily learn new ones from context! Nowadays I try to encourage the people who are struggling with the language, because I've been there and I know they can do it! 頑張れ!
@@ntrg3248 you are that far at the 2 year mark??? Is that with subs unavailable/raw games and comics? I am somewhere between jlpt n4 and n3 and i find when i truly isolate english explanations, understanding becomes much harder although i otherwise would be able to do the same as you.
@@isntmypfpbeautiful5350 Immersion is gradual. It gets easier over time as you subconsciously get better at the language. I used to bash my head against the wall not being able to understand enough to follow the story of most manga or anime early on, but somehow it just works and I get better all the time. I occasionally come across a show that's a lot heavier in unknown words than anything before, but usually it's because it's on a topic I havent explored in Japanese yet so usually it's a free vocabulary boost.
@@ntrg3248 but in 2 years? This seems inhuman. As i said, im somewhere between n4 and n3 and still the vast majority of works become very difficult when ALL english links are removed. It would make a hell of a lot of sense if you practiced or if you are at n2 proficiency, but that seems pretty damn fast for the timeframe. Also just for context, anime and videos are generally ok. Manga and writing is not because of the huuge kanji limitation since i only know about 200-300
Everyone is so happy when they hear you speak their native language
I watch these videos with a sort of quarter tear that never gets bigger but is always there I find it amazing!
Spreading joy and love and connecting with beautiful ppl!!! Awesome
I love how people seem so pleased when he starts speaking to them in their native tongue.
It is amazing watching how they open up once they realize you speak the language. Really illustrates how dissolvable cultural barriers are when communication is easy.
I'm so envious of your ability to learn other languages. It's simply beautiful how humans just light up and become so welcoming once the language barrier is crossed.
The warmth I witnessed in that video really gives me hope for the future.
I am a polyglot - I am on my 7th language - but I am impressed by your dedication to learning under-appreciated languages. Compared to Spanish, Tagalog, Twi, Urdu, etc are so much harder because there are fewer resources online... Fewer Ghanaian TV shows to watch, for example. Spanish, Portuguese, etc, it's all easy to learn in comparison to Twi for example
Urdu is useful if you can catch Hindi in the same class. They are orally the same language but Urdu is written in Arabic script and Hindi is written with Sanskrit but is often transliterated to Latin characters.
@@fsinjin60I was so confused the first time I heard Urdu. I was like "isn't this Hindi?" I don't speak either language, but I recognise a lot of words
wow, this is humanity. dedicating yourself to your craft, then going outside and implementing it into reality. the reactions you receive are justification that we all truly aspire to be incredible, together. nothing separates us but time and fear
The absolute joy all of the people show is wonderful! I wish I had his gift. It is so good seeing something that brings people together. The responses across the board were so completely welcoming. Beautiful people are still out there!
When you speak someone language it really opens the door because its like you are a friend. This is so beautiful
beyond wholesome.. they were so happy about u trying to learn their language that they gave you free stuff, that's love
11:10 They basically went from "Look at that stupid foreign guy" to "Wow! You're so handsome and amazing!"
lmaoooooo
OMG. that is so awesome. Speaking to someone in their native tongue can bring us closer. People like it. This is so pleasant to watch. 5.54 million subs and 5.9 million views show us what attracts people of all nationalities. We are not so different from each other when it comes to giving respect and friendship. I'm so glad I found this channel.
Some of the people you manage to open up are so bless man I love it ❤
This channel inspires me so much to learn new languages, xiaoma is so fascinating to watch! Love from the UK 🇬🇧
You type English well, what language us spoken in UK, Russian?
@@icanfartloud We speak Traditional English, the US speak Simplified English 🤭
@@BigDymz what about Canada?
@@okami_6 Need I say more?
@@icanfartloud No, it's not Russian yet. Although Pootin Putin would probably like it to be. But he's having trouble getting his "invasion" up. Viva Unkraine! 🇺🇦👏
When I learned Korean and lived on peninsula as a linguist, it was always such a joy to see their faces light up when I spoke Korean. You learn the language, even a little bit, you learn the culture and show respect to people when you’re in their country, and they will respect you in turn. I got discounts, free food, or special off menu items that were delicious, and just all around much better experience. It always pays to take the time to appreciate the country you’re a guest in or the cultures you’re sharing. I was told I have a strong 백인 사투리 however😅 I always took it in stride and we shared a good laugh.
Bing bong?
Just watching these videos for some reason they just put a smile on my face 😁 it just so cool I wish I could go to other countries and learn their languages
I don’t know why, but seeing his videos makes me so happy. It’s always so heartwarming and amazing. Plus everyone’s so sweet and kind, I think my hearts overloading from how sweet everyone is. 😭😭
When it comes to learning a language, I personally feel that the pronunciation is at LEAST 70% of the battle and importance. If you only know 20 words but sound completely fluent, you’re on a path to mastery. Personally I used to want to be an interpreter, but I haven’t pursued that, or anything at all, yet… I speak English 100%, Spanish 40% (basic conversations, probably like 500 words worth, no idea probably more) and European Portuguese, 20% maybe like 250 words lol. I am very good at getting down the fluent sound to near perfection for any language if I practice listening enough. Matter of fact, I might start a channel exactly like this one…. I’m in poverty and need money BAD. Like can’t buy food bad… Don’t want to let my talents go to waste, I’m a natural with languages and drumming. That’s about it.
I think pronunciation is second, vocabulary is first. My pronunciation in most languages I'm learning is pretty good, some people mistook me for a native online a couple of times, but I don't have enough vocabulary.
You are 100% correct. Pronounciation is the most important thing. If you learn that wrong you cant unlern it
@@uk9383 I see what you mean, but you can unlearn it, I guess what you mean is that it takes more effort and it's better to correct while you're still learning the vocabulary, but it's pretty easy to unlearn with practice.
Love this guy! He’s so accepting in learning languages and cultures. Dudes brilliant.
This is amazing! It makes me happy to see how happy everyone is that you talk to, it seems most people are pleasantly surprised by your skills in language and your embrace of culture outside the American perspective.
when you speak the native language to someone, you speak to their heart.. I absolutley loved every minute of this video and couldnt get enough
I love how you treat everyone the same with respect and love regardless of there skin color or nationality. Really cool to see the world needs more vidoes like this
That’s because this is true diversity of culture not of skin color which is why is it important to keep each country as it is when I go to Japan I want to experience Japanese culture so on and so forth
There something truly magical about how people light up when they realize he can truly communicate with them. I love the initial confusion as well.
I’ve only watched part of this video at this point and I already love it! The world needs more of this, especially now. The power of exchanged smiles! 👍😀❤
Xiaoma- you brighten this entire world with your love of languages and communication with people and their cultures. You inspire me. Sending love your way...
So cute, how was your day?
I love this. You dignify people when you try to speak even a little bit if their language. Especially if they're far from their original country. But even if they're born a raised in the country you're in, it is nice to hear someone try.