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Hello friends! What's YOUR embarrassing moment living in FINLAND? Do be sure to THUMBS UP the video if you can relate because it really helps me out, and subscribe to see more! If you have anymore questions feel free to ask me in the comments! 😁 💕

[@yeseniah7373]

You obviously miss Singapore a lot, which is why you talk about it so much. When are you moving back?

[@Aurinkohirvi]

Not strange at all. You are about to notice differences with two so far apart countries. It may well be interesting to the listener too, but even if it doesn't, so what? We speak of Finland here all the time, and I'm gonna say now, that people here don't try to be very polite. Be Finnish, say what you think!

Yesenia H not so soon!

[@glasnikov]

This was not in Finland but me as a Finn living briefly in Sweden (you wouldn't expect many differences in a neighbouring country) I was talking about home way too much. Then I realised if I really need to tell some "hilarious" cultural difference I'd use words like "in my old school we did this and that" instead of "in Finland we..." Being more specific about the place and not repeating the "In Finland ..." made it sound somehow better. Less repetitive.

[@Aurinkohirvi]

Glasnikov, you are right, and I use that system too. When I was living in another lääni (province) in Finland, people noticed the way I speak, and truly there were different ways to do things, think and behave. So the provincial differences came up, too. Good to notice the repetitivity issue, generally.

[@joelvirolainen590]

Don't worry about falling on slippery streets. All Finns have fallen down so many times that it's not awkward or funny anymore.

[@tatwo_]

In Finland it's s OK to not talk at all no matter how awkward the silence is.

[@Bhaalspawn84]

True. Silence is more valuable than being polite i guess :)

[@wardeni9603]

In Finland being silent _is_ polite. The reason why people don't talk to each other much if because they don't want to bother/inconvenience others without reason. Personal space is extremely valued in the Nordics. :D For example small talk can actually be rude in Finland. People also often just reply with a "hmmh", and it's just one of those things that is completely normal here, but foreigners think it's strange. It's just a matter of culture.

[@MrSkinnyWhale]

Oh my god I need to learn Finnish and move there asap

[@poweredbymoonlight9869]

Wardeni - ECCACTLY! That IS how it is here in Finland.

[@UltraCasualPenguin]

It's actually in this order: 1) talk only if you have something to say and you should get to the point asap 2) silence 3) stereotypical 14-16 yo: talk 10 minutes straight without saying anything

[@AratjaUjotOurstories]

I have been living in Finland for almost ten years... so I have a lot of embarassing moments.Most of them relate to Finnish language. When I worked as a swimming teacher I used to ask the students if they needed me to adjust their swimming goggles. The problem is I made a mistake and used the word ”kuristaa” instead of ”kiristää”. One mean to get something tighter and the other one means to strangle someone. So for half a year I asked my students if they wanted me to strangle them. 🤣 Finnish people are really polite so the kids or the parents never wanted to correct me. It was really embarrassing when I noticed the mistake.

[@sofianegeullouma3321]

😂😂😂

[@paskapaavo]

Your english or accent is not a problem. It's very clear and correct... I think finnish are sometimes little shy and nervous to speak foreign language, because they are scared to do mistakes.

[@XxBlackAngel141]

As a finnish person I can confirm this ;w;

[@ivrishcon-abarth38]

Adelram Wolfrik Some finnish people. Part of them just probably haven´t used spoken English very often, even though they understand it quite well. And, we are probably not the most talkative people in general, in Finnish either. The more south, bigger city, younger people, all likely to increase the possibility of the unnecessary smalltalk.

[@holoholopainen1627]

Many Foreighers Dont speak suomi - Even They Have been to The country - for weeks !

[@turnipper4370]

Trust me, it's not your accent. We are just insecure about our English, so we don't want to use it. We do understand.

Janski - In my opinion, Finnish people have a good command of English 👍🏼

[@RyuSaarva]

I understand english but I speak it about 2 times a year with a tourist.

[@emailtoakash]

Janski - well you speak well.

[@hylje86]

most finnish have a good understanding of english and spoken english. I myself have travelled few times this year and noticed. Upon returning to finland that for a while i started speaking in english. although i didnt neet to.

[@cock-a-doodle-doo4846]

in my experience when i talk in my broken finnish most people switch to english.

[@suokkos]

To avoid falling in winter: - Good shoes with proper winter soles (potentially also attachable metal spikes for icy weather) - Shortening steps to increase stepping tempo - Avoiding relaxing muscles to improve reaction time Basically idea is to reduce chance of slip with better shoes. Then walking technique improves ability to avoid falling when you actually inevitable still slip. Bonus point: If you have learned to run on ice it is much easier to avoid falling when running than walking. But of course if you fall from running you are likely hitting harder and worse way the ground. The best possible falling technique is to spread the hit to multiple body parts and avoid falling on top of hand or leg that can be crushed. Your accent is easy to understand even tough it feels like opposite to Finnish accent. It can be pretty soon (if not already) time when you can switch to Finnish. You can talk Finnish pretty badly (even using wrong words) and we will understand. Good example how bad Finnish can be understood.

[@MaybeitsmeJulia]

Finnish people will be more embarrassed tha you ever feel with them. And if they don't say anything when you talk about Singapore it's because silence is a part of our conversation culture. We listen when we want to know about new things. :) It's considered polite and we may be genuinely interested. Loved the video!

Yes, I'm now getting used to the idea of silence. I used to add "silence fillers" in my conversations but I've tried not to use them during a conversation coz I noticed people got startled if I use those "fillers" during their speech and I felt bad for spoiling their speech flow. It's so much easier to concentrate on what they're saying instead of thinking how to react too :D

[@freezedeve3119]

When walking on slippery road, you go as fast as you want, there is no right way to do it because it depends about lot of variables as shoes you are using, so everyone understand if you take it really carefully, and what comes to falling down, everyone knows it can happen to everyone so they are not laughing at you.

Freezed Eve kiitos! Olen iloinen kuullessani sen! 😊

[@cdl0]

As a native British person, I am pleased to tell you that your English is nearly perfect, and your accent is completely acceptable (sounds like a very mild mixture of something from east Asia with a slight hint of north American). I have also lived in Finland. As you must know by now, Suomi is a very different language from English, and I think it takes a while for Finnish people to re-tune their brain cells to English when beginning a conversation. Finnish people are also a bit shy and quiet when you first meet them, but they soon warm up and make friends. As a bonus, a Finnish friend is a friend for life, as well! They are very loyal. As for falling over on the ice, it is impossible to avoid doing this. Welcome to the Finnish winter! :-) Wrap up warm, and enjoy the sparkling snow and northern lights. About the bus, well you are obviously not a local who ought to know better, so socially-minded Finnish people will not be cross with you. I have always found them to be super-helpful and tolerant, except when very drunk. Finland is one of the best places in the whole world to live, study, and work.

[@ulfvonweimuller4433]

I understand that falling down may feel embarassing, but don't worry: that also happens to every Finns sometimes. Every Finn has got many bruises for that throughout their life so they know how does it feel and they can feel you... Don't worry. Especially old people may hurt themselves badly (broken bones etc.) so if you see an old person falling down, check if (s)he needs help. There is actually business that shoemakers install studs into old people's winter shoes. Also different types of detachable stud addition parts for shoes are sold. I have also seen winter shoes that include their own detachable stud parts.

[@Aurinkohirvi]

True, everyone falls. But (after watching salmiakki tasting videos) I've started following some foreigners' vlogs who live, or stay awhile, here. Have noticed couple of times how they say slippery takes practise to learn to walk, or how natives do it better. And it takes some practise from us natives too, early winter, just like driving, does it not? But we get our "winter feet" back fast, as by adult life we have years worth for experience. May take some getting used to, if you never ever had icy streets before. And come to think of it, shoes/boots make a big difference too. Detachable studs are smart, especially if you need to walk hurry, like to job or school or have an outside job. I had those, when I was delivering mail night time, back when I was still in school.

[@Heikki_Finland]

One way to deal with slippery hills is to go even faster accelerating all the way down, instead of slowing down because if you try to resist the movement, that's when you slip. Just go with the gravity! It takes some practice and courage though and every hill are different, adding some difficulty. But this is also the funniest way.

[@TheCrosshare]

I wouldn't worry. Finns fall on ice too, we don't care if someone takes time at the bus-stop as delays are part of the journey, we like to listen to stuff and when someone is talking we do go "Hmm. Aha. Yep.", even when we're interested. Also the accent isn't an issue, just a foreginer talking to a foreigner in a foreign language :D

TheCrosshare foreigner talking to a foreigner in a foreign language. What a foreign-ception! 😆

[@TheYannir]

Yeah trust me, it's not your accent. Your accent is actually really beautiful, nice to listen to and clear. We just don't always respond as you would expect, cultural differences and all that. =)

Artturi Grundström thank you very much! 😊😊😊

[@justskip4595]

If you ever find yourself walking on a slippery surface, keep your knees bend at least slightly. Don't let your knees lock when walking because then it will be a lot harder for you to maintain your balance and find friction. If you still feel like you might be in danger of slipping, bend your knees a little bit more. Also if you still start to fall, this at least gives you the option to choose what way you fall down. And I recommend playing in the snow. Just run around and try to slide on your feet. That way you learn where the limits are. That's how the children learn too :D

Just Skip I tried walking with bendy knees and oh boy it’s a revelation ! Thank you for the tip!

[@SageFX_Official]

Kiitos hyvästä videosta!

[@simonishi2453]

Your English is great, how can you be embarrassed because of it.

[@Aurinkohirvi]

Agreed. But talking a foreign language to a stranger who listens a foreign language... misunderstandings are part of the conversation. When you get to know the other person better, the talking and listening becomes smoother too.

[@simonishi2453]

Aurinkohirvi Yes, but can understand wrong, even if you speak your native language. I did meen that in generally she speaks werry good English, so misunderstanding is minimal. 😁

[@markoforsblom2609]

Jos katsot videon tarkemmin niin ääni on dubattu siihen jälkikäteen.

[@holoholopainen1627]

You should Ask People - how things Work in Finland ! To Drive a Car - You need to know The RULES ! DAILY Life - has Many RULES too !

[@depenthene]

Finnish people speak English moderately well, but there are people that do not understand people at all. Biggest problem for my generation (40+ years) was that teachers had really bad teaching habits. We rarely spoke English in English classes and if we did it was customary for teachers not to encourage speaking English if it wasn't perfect. If someone made a pronunciation mistake, then teacher would encourage others to join in and laugh at that mistake. Most of us just gave up. I think, things might be different now and millenials are more secure of speaking and not afraid of making a mistake.

[@AliceCherryW]

Great video. Dont worry about those embarrassing moments, a lot of us finns have same kind of awkward moments just like u 😄❤

[@anttia1143]

If you start feeling like it's awkward to blabber about your own stuff, it's usually good idea to ask some related question about the other persons' experiences. People love to talk about themselves and this balances the discussion :)

[@miqseri]

The bus in Finland is fucking awkward.

Miqseri GX Exactly! Tell me about it!

[@youraveragestalker8438]

Miqseri GX no it's not?! It's peaceful. Even better If you have headphones.

[@SPQSpartacus]

On slippery roads you can tilt your feet slightly inwards. You are more likely to step with all of your foot, not just the heel, reducing chance of slipping. Trust me, you are indeed Ihana. To those who don’t know yet, it means Lovely/Wonderful in Finnish

[@gretaj.7146]

I don't think it's you it's just finnish people who are weird. For example when there is an awkward silence most people tend to talk about something like you talked about your home. It's just that finnish people see nothing wrong with 'awkward' silences, so it might seem like they are bothered but actually they are just so used to being silent that they don't quite know how to react.

[@ivrishcon-abarth38]

Greta J. For me, as a adult finnish man, it´s just "silence is golden". Awkward silence is only present when you´re actually expected to talk to someone, and it doesn´t happen, for a reason or another. Talking just for talking is american culture.

[@unnamed628]

Re: bus, in the HSL area if you're paying with cash, you can leave some space for people behind you so that those with a card can use the reader & slip past you, then it doesn't matter if you're taking long with coins and such.

[@unnamed628]

Also, hearing people talking about their home is super interesting! I'm always interested to hear about things like that ^^

[@ilpopulu596]

You are always welcomed to Finland. With respect and love.

[@yorkaturr]

As a careful middle-aged Finnish man I never leave the house without my trusty studded shoes in the winter. Slipping on ice is no joke and often results in a broken wrist, but it could also break more important bones in your body.

[@Maibek88]

Its almost certain that during winter you are about to slip and fall. Its always embarrassing but normal. Last time i told my friends about "my first slip of the winter" xD

[@finnishgirl1504]

I understood everything you said well!

[@ristojaaskelainen8114]

Paljastetaan nyt tämä salaisuus: suomi ei ole kieli, vaan tapa vaieta.

[@holoholopainen1627]

Kaikissa kielissä on aina loppu ! Eli ihan samalla tavalla ollaan hiljaa !

[@LaabanAngstschweiss]

Talking about home is something that happens to everyone who lives abroad. I've done it and it doesn't bother me when others do.

[@Bhaalspawn84]

Were you asking a question when someone just nodded and said yes? I mean that's also introverts way to say i heard you but i don't have anything to say :)

[@a.h.k4577]

I lived in America for 14 years and naturally my first language is "English".. At the age of 15 I was suddenly shifted to Finland not really knowing a word of Finnish or knowing how to read or write. So naturally I have had some of the most embarrassing moments on the bus or bus card charging place as well... I would literally ask my mom (who was born and brought up in Finland) unlike my dad who was American to write what to say while recharging my bus card and she would write it down for me. I would say it to myself many times before going so I don't freeze and forget what to say. Seems pretty dumb how many times I stressed over saying basically anything in Finnish now that I think about it. Every once and a while I made a fool of myself by freezing and or suddenly forgetting what to say. Pretty humiliating to say the least. But this is only one embarrassing moments I got myself in. 😁

[@kellarihiisi]

Do not be embarrassed, life is life, you are nice girl..

[@nickapollo1981]

Great to hear from a fellow Singaporean!

Hi I’m Burmese 🇲🇲

[@nickapollo1981]

Ihana Pön oh my bad 😅 hope you enjoyed your stay in Singapore!

[@rationalthinker9541]

So how do you compare Studying in Helsinki between your country?

[@Iddhi5]

A Finn here. I was 8 days in SG last month (my second time there). Stayed in a beautiful spacious one bedroom flat in Ceylang, near Aljunied station. Totally 51€/night including the use of an amazing swimming pool. At a bus stop I asked a lady if the bus would go to the metro station. She asked if I was from Europe. "Yes, I am. How did you guess? Because you said metro instead of MRT (mass rapid transport). Wow!" I had the EZ link travel card and travelled everywhere by MRT and bus (fantastic). The first time getting off the bus I forgot to tap the card on the reader. Eeek, i thought maybe I¨ll get a fine!! Or maybe I cannot use the card anymore!! So, I ran to the nearest MRT station to ask at the information desk what I should do. They told me that there´s no problem, they just charge the full bus fare (as if I travelled until the end of the bus line). Singapore is really beautiful. I just love the hot weather. All places are full of flowers, even the sides of the bridges are covered by plants!! Can´t wait to visit again!!!

Thank you for the comment! It's either I'm strange or you ARE really good at describing because I can come up with a vivid mental picture of you swimming in the pool, startled by the remark about meto/MRT by a local lady, forgetting to tap out of bus (trust me that happened to me several times and it's really painful coz I had to pay FULL fare until the END of the bus line! It's such a HUGE penalty! So, it's not really "no problem"! HAHA) I agree Singapore has flowers on side of the roads, middle of roads, sides of overpass bridges and the flowers look ALWAYS fresh! It's getting REALLY beautiful here in Finland too, so I guess no one is missing out anything here! ;) Edit: metro* (sorry about bad spelling, I was too excited typing!)

[@5000Kone]

I bet that most Finns are really interested how things are in Singapore. For me, it would be really interesting if you could make more videos about cultural etc. differences between Finland and Singapore etc. We can just can be often socially awkward XD At least I always like to hear stories from natives about the countries they are from originally. Totally different insingth that yo can have from books etc. Hoope you like it here, you seem like really lovely couple!

[@mattikiukas2523]

But those things are normal to anyone in an unfamiliar culture. Maybe the situations have been a bit uncomfortable for you but there’s definitely nothing to be ashamed of. And you’re very pretty.

[@kisen00]

Nice vid

[@edfdsfsddsgfdsgsd5525]

Im finnish but i have been living in vietnam about 14 years and i spend time in finland only one month a year. Finnish who dont know me look me like a crazy when i start to talk to them without any "good" reason. But that happen every time that happen only first week when i come and after that i remember keep my mouth shut like real finnish :D

[@holoholopainen1627]

Many Have The same Problem in Finland ! There are nothing to talk about - but when You say that You Dont live here - IT Opens The Doors & Gates !

[@leatauriainen112]

I've been in Finland for a year and a half now and my "ice walking" has improved! I never thought I'd get the hang of it but what do you know? Haha! I had a slightly embarrassing fall one time tho. I was walking across a huge intersection and a little past halfway I slipped and fell on my bum 😂 everyone in the cars saw what happened but I just jumped right up as if nothing happened and continued my journey.

haha i've also mastered how to get up quick :DDDD

[@leatauriainen112]

Ihana Pön hahah the first time is always slowest until the shock and embarrassment is quicker and less immobilizing.

[@Waris13]

Personally I wouldn't mind hearing all the interesting things about Singapore, and I'm sure many other Finns would agree. There's nothing wrong with wanting to talk about your home country and it's definitely not something I would be bothered by.

[@Slindi81]

Everyone fells down when it's slippery, or at least almost fells and you just get used to it, being embarassed when it happens. Also the thing about travel card not having enough balance, also happens to everyone, including the long search for the correct amount of coins and the queue building behind you. Nothing special there, sorry :)

Sami Lindgren thanks for watching and a great feedback 😊

[@ajkorras]

That is embarrassing. I would hate to be in that bus or queue waiting

[@Luredreier]

2:31 Don't be embarrased about having an accent. All of us nordic people are *really* good at speaking English (among the best in the world) however we *all* also have a accent when speaking English (some more then others but still) Regarding talking about Singapore, I don't know about Finnland but I'm sure there's a *ton* to talk about that would be really intersting to learn about. =) Especially given all the different ethnic groups and cultures there. =) But yes, I guess it *can* get old after a while. Depends on the person really I guess...

[@veli-pekkakultanen2353]

Love.

[@deanstewart933]

Your English is excellent!

[@manuhonkanen2111]

There is no shame in falling down on icy road! All they think of you is that are you ok because ice is hard and it is easy to injure one self!

[@LadyMayara]

Just like others have already said, your english is ok and completely understandable but finns just are afraid of speaking it. Ofc there is also older people (like my mom for example) who just don't understand english at all nor speak it at all. But I've noticed that all the foreign people who come to ask something from me at work or on the street, they always ask first "Do you speak english?" :D I have been noticing this for some time now but not before that much... Have this changed or... I don't know.

[@aukkuuws1702]

Very good video 👌 i had very embarrasing moment also in a bus, so i forgot my travelcard, and that busdriwer was like "its ok you can go to sit" and i was really embarrased.. there wasn't any seats left, so i couldn't sit and then i went standing next to the middle door. When i was getting out of the bus i just pressed the stop button and then i didn't hold anything, and the bus stopped AND I FELLD TO MY BACK and some random man just catched me!!! It was soo embarrasing!! All peoples were staring at me.. then i quickly got up and i thanked that man and ran out of the bus because that driver was waiting that someone would get out.. it was the most embarrasing thing ever! Ps. Sorry my bad english i am at 6th grade and i don't speak very good english yet

[@nasreenkhalid4913]

I like Finland to the highest level, i wish i coulsd see once in my life again.

[@tapsavaan1671]

One of my (many) embarrassing moments is when i was helsinki i meet two chinese girls. I try speak perfect english, and i didn't know they live finland and talk finnish language very well :)

[@Staccet]

Need more context about the situations where you are left waiting for an answer. When talking to others and you are waiting for an answer, have directly asked a question? How long have you known the person/people you are talking to? Have you been told that they didn't understand what you've said or are you assuming it is so?

[@disorder1111]

I don't think any of them were really a dumb foreigner moments except maybe the language thing but even that wasn't dumb :P I think your English is super clear on the video, but of course it's sometimes harder to understand foreign language in a real life situation. Everyone has fallen in the winter and been slow on the bus (no money, the card doesn't work properly, counting money). One thing, in addition to being cautious, that can help with the slipperiness especially on snow are proper winter shoes. I once walked the whole winter with my regular sneakers and I literally fell over 10 times. Fortunately no injuries though but I felt the embarrassment every single time. It's amazing how quickly one can get up when they fall in front of the eyes of several people!

disorder Yes! I’m always amazed by how quickly I got up whenever I fell down too! Of course then I will go back home and remember about it before I start to find any physical damage on my body. Most of the time, the pain was just temporary and only the embarrassment stays!🤦🏻‍♀️

[@naniyodesu]

Your English is all right and you speak clearly enough, don't worry :) Did you mean that when you ask a direct question they just don't understand? Maybe they just didn't hear you? Some people have difficulties with that if you don't have a strong loud voice, especially when listening to another language. I know I've sometimes done that just because I got embarrassed having to say "sorry I didn't hear you" too many times. If you're just waiting them to react to something you said, it might be a different problem. It might just be that some people have very different conversation styles. Like some are very active listeners and some are more passive. Neither is better, they're just different but it can be frustrating if you're expecting a certain style and they're not on the same page. It's also slightly a cultural thing :)

naniyodesu Actually it could be me coz I was used to getting a response whenever I’m in a conversation and expecting to get similar response here (unintentionally!). But getting not much response in a conversation suits me too as it means I don’t have to response tirelessly to every conversation either 😝🙈

[@nutbreaker22]

I'm from Finland, and many times I just think..ohhh.. why do you need to talk all the time to feel comfortable...

[@Pesu1991]

1# I wouldn't sweat too much about counting cents to pay for the bus ride (happends quite often to people). 2# Your English is better than good. 3# Haven't been to Singapore, I don't think most people mind of you speaking of the place you know better. Overall very enjoyable video to watch.

Pesu1991 thank you! 😊

[@KajDalfall]

Just be who you are. Own it.You will be fine.

[@myronl2910]

accents or how much English one can speak isn't the issue. some people just can't read between the lines. its like you have to be crystal clear with beyond proper English and full sentences for them to understand. or maybe they lack common sense. however your English sounds, the words are the same, right?!!! its just people. btw your accent is attractive ^_^

[@robert51121]

What would be most embarrassing thing in Finland would be if no one helped you up when u fell!

[@tammikilpi6993]

The thing abt language is probably less abt ur english (it sounds fine !!) and more abt theirs and the accent they have gotten used to? Also busses are the worst !! The most embarassing things always happen on the bus haha

en-oo-kaunis thank you and I definitely agree about the bus! Haha 😆

[@a.andreia.andrei1804]

there are numbers on the coins.....so? how come you dont know the coins???? strange.....einks niin?

[@markusosenius5317]

You really don't have any reason to be embarrased of on the subjects you talked about here. I guess it's a cultural thing for you. As said before by many people, the things you talked about are really things that happens to us Finns too. Also I for one am really keen to learn about different countries from people who actually are born and raised in any given country. As far as I'm concerned, bring it on.

[@docholliday9058]

Love your name. Ponpon :3

[@j.nybergh7003]

Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia and city state Singapore are all south-east asian island states. And no, they are not part of China in any way other than the British used to colonize them. I guess confusing Singaporean people with Chinese is as insulting as confusing Germans to Spanish.

[@yamahaSVK]

Not that bad 🤔 I felt down on ice three times 😅😅

[@just42tube]

If that was all, then you really didn't have anything to be embarrassed about. Things happen.. to all of us.. no need to be embarrassed.

[@valoxiii422]

I cant speak on a Finns behalf. Ive ever been there before but visiting for the first time in December. But I can say you should not be ashamed of your voice and accent. you speak beautifully. Maybe just slow down a tad? but other than that, falling, i know, is not something finns laugh at because its something that happens too everyone and theyre a very nice, respectful, helpful people.

[@joelsanikomoonga1763]

I did not weigh my veggies in a supermart. Honestly i didnt know that the scales were a self help service. Grocery shopping is still a nightmare cause i have to take too much time!

[@finparkour]

Nothing to do with your accent. Finns are very introvert in a sence, no one can talk to strangers unless they're drunk. And even more so in English - in Finland you get instantly roasted by comments "what the fk is that Rally English you're trying to talk" by other people, if your English skills are sub par. (This is caused by the Finnish accent, you've propably heard it before) You speak well and fluent enough in English so don't sweat it. Most of these thing are just the way Finns are.

[@finparkour]

And you should talk about Singapore. Most people find it interesting - yet again that its just Finnish way of having conversation. If a person is interested in hearing what you have to say they usually react the way you described. Its alot of "uhhu, ohho and aijaa" in Finland :DD

[@gwailou5]

Finnish people are very shy and not so talkative (especially in Western Finland)

[@sippilandia]

Your English is better than those Finns, not your fault I would say. 3:05

[@ellu...]

I can understand everything you say so there's nothing wrong with your accent.

[@Shawaeon]

You are totally fluent in English. I don't understand how anyone wouldn't understand you.

[@holoholopainen1627]

This IS That Everybody thinks - that she IS English ! Not Many People Have ever heard of SINGAPORE ! The English are More European that Sinpaporeans !

[@torpmorp1324]

Don’t be embarrased, those things happen to all of us 😀

[@amritjoshan]

No ! Your English is perfect, in fact I love the way you talk. I watch all of your videos

[@user-oy1tk2wf6k]

Cheese getting hot лол and yup u got a burmese accent but not as strong as my Russian accent.

[@lnlsndvl]

Wow! You're cute!

[@minnaminna2062]

I am working in a place where are many foreign students. Sometimes they just talk too fast english. Way way way too fast and with african accent. It is very hard to understand blobloblobloblobloblobloblobaaandblo. But I think for me you speak slow enough.

[@roy-txt.bloghakanen5173]

Finland ! Nature and clean air, 200 000 lakes, and more, Lapland, santa, .... and technology all the best. Water can be boiled in every home directly, and anywhere. No plastic bottles. Much more thing is come Finland.Nokia, Darude (sandstrom). Linux, Nightwish, Angry Birds, Max Payne, Dudesons, Pamela Anderson and many actors US ( Finnish family background), Xsylitoli, ( Sweet stuff ) Polar (your heartbeat), Abloy (home lock door and security system) , Kone (elevator) and many many, Okay. Many Finnish live in all the world. This is true. Did you know who directed die hard II, Renny Harlin from finland. And who won the Russian in the war and help many countries. Finland again. Formula 1 Drivers, Kimi Räikkönen, Mika Häkkinen...

[@Lenzp]

If you don't know what to talk: simply start to be Finnish - and be quiet. This is absolutely OK. The famous German writer Bertold Brecht lived a short time in Finland and said: The Finns are the only people in the whole world who are able to be silent in two languages.

[@inevitablethursday]

Your English is damn good. It's not you, it's them. EDIT: and yeah I'd love to hear about Singapore. Truly.

Ok! Haha 😜

[@sansoo4976]

ur english is ok but if i heard u talking in spore, i can tell ur frm mynmar... the sound or accent is still clear, u tend to go one word by one word and slow... well not to worry, as long as ur understood thats more important

[@mattikiukas2523]

Singapore is an awesome and interesting country. You are very beautiful and smart and I don’t understand why you’d have any insecurities here in Finland.

mörk kirk thank you 😊

[@mattikiukas2523]

Ihana Pön there’s absolutely nothing wrong with you, it’s just some of us who are idiots. They don’t mean to be, they just are like that to everyone

[@mattikiukas2523]

Don’t be or feel embarrassed about things that are new to you, be curious about them, challenge yourself

[@mattikiukas2523]

I know you do but stop being embarrassed, you’re awesome! :)

[@dentistlinguist6569]

You are the most beautiful woman I've ever seen. Period. And of course thank you for the channel. :)

[@morssari5870]

Moi

[@miska5120]

Talk slower. It would help.

I'll try...

[@holoholopainen1627]

Say that You are - from ULKOMAAT ! EN OSAA SUOMEA - mutta osaatko sinä englantia ?

[@sir_arzie2013]

Where is your upper lip? Did you loose it in an accident? O_o

Sir_Arzie it’s right there where it’s supposed to be at. Can’t you see? Bet you have a bad eyesight.

[@withazmundlowenpecetiandfr6800]

Are you Chinese or Japanese?

Wīthäzmund Lowenpeçetian d'Frithnanthi neither

[@withazmundlowenpecetiandfr6800]

Ihana Pön Then what? I mean no offense, I am just interested(you have a very exotic look about your person and as an Artist I seek out people with unique countenances). Peace be upon you

[@j.nybergh7003]

Watch the video and you'll know. That is, if you know where Singapore is...

[@withazmundlowenpecetiandfr6800]

Singapore? But isn't Singapore part of China or like a Chinese colony or something of the like?

[@paavoaro003]

No, its it's own country. Look it up.

[@minnaliiri3266]

Oh my god you look exactly like Vanessa Hudgens in the thumbnail😱

[@aavaj2274]

TORILLE

[@katherinepoindexter4380]

let me get this straight..you know English, Finnish, and your own native language??...wow are you smart.

[@timosilvan2882]

supercute. i want to adopt you

[@veli-pekkakultanen2353]

Jäbä osaa.

[@5000Kone]

At least in your videos, your English is very good. Never had any trouble to understand anything you say. Maybe if there is much noise and you English it is hard for us Finns to understand because your articulation is really soft and English is not a native language to us Finns.