The Matrix Broke when I Suddenly Spoke All Their Languages

What are people saying about you in foreign languages? I walked around the streets of China and Japan catching people talking about me when they didn't think I understood their language. See how I learned to speak Mandarin Chinese, Cantonese, Japanese, and Korean.
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[@OrientalPearl]

My New Years Resolution for 2024 is to learn Cantonese and I’m doing it through the same method I always use. Learn the same way as me with the best program to learn languages here: offers.pimsleur.com/free-trial-oriental-pearl

[@dhanyrafael]

Happy New Year, dear Pearl. :) Your videos are just too sweet. :) Always watching your videos with a big smile on my face. :)

[@lisapitts2011]

Look andsoundsl ike everyone was impressed by your language ability =)👍

[@jagalasso]

Wasn't there another product you used early on for language? I tried something you recommended but it wasn't Pimsleur I don't believe...

[@inquisitvem6723]

Is Vietnamese on your list soon?

[@xavilot]

YOUR CANTONESE IS ACTUALLY PRETTY GOOD ITS JUST THE PRONUNCIATIONS THAT YOU NEED TO FIX IM CANTONESE AND I UNDERSTAND YOU 😁

[@IKEMENOsakaman]

"If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his own language, that goes to his heart." - Nelson Mandela

[@suraangel6956]

I love that quote! It's so endearing, the guy at 4:45 literally put his hand to his chest and smiled ☺

[@jaymurray6051]

And if you show them money you talk everybody’s language

[@rezmierais2904]

​@@jaymurray6051 then it goes to everyone head , heart, soul and pocket ...

[@dianebaker5243]

👍🥰

[@jaymurray6051]

@@rezmierais2904 and their bank manager and the bank managers mom 😀oh an then the bank managers mom’s window cleaners pocket to pay for lesson in Cantonese 🤟

[@incoherentturd]

The kid who was too shy to talk and their friend so excited, trying to encourage them to talk, that was too cute lol

[@thebigphilbowski]

We need friends just like her.

[@incoherentturd]

@@JonaasK I’m surprised you have zero reading comprehension. Do you not know how to read?

[@kittypawz27]

yes ppl go out its just nice to see that interaction documented :)@@JonaasK

[@mariamoments478]

First thing to do when learning a different language is to take of the muffling masks 😷

[@incoherentturd]

@@JonaasK you sound autistic lol

[@loriar1027]

What I find the most challenging about learning a different language isn’t speaking it, it’s understanding when it’s spoken to me by a native. If you don’t have a lot of practice-(that is, opportunities to listen to it spoken by a native)you end up needing a lot of processing time. And that makes a casual conversation with someone in the street difficult. I’m impressed at how well you’re able to engage in conversation in so many different languages.

[@OrientalPearl]

Once you can understand natives you know you have a strong grasp on the language.

[@autohmae]

@@OrientalPearl my thinking is... the next level is humor (which needs culture) and puns.

[@chuanli7526]

So true. This is an area that can truly only be improved by having regular interactions with various native speakers. I was born and raised overseas, but spoke exclusively Chinese at home and read a lot of Chinese novels, on top of being regularly exposed to poetry and Chinese culture/history by virtue of my dad being a humanities nerd. So in terms of communication and general ability I'm native level, but the scope of my interactions is very limited(My parents). Whenever I return to China I have trouble understanding locals when they speak fast, or if there's even a little bit of disruptive background noise. I've noticed that with English, I can sort of anticipate what people are trying to say by picking up on a lot of peripheral information like body language and intonation, so I don't have to actually hear all the words to understand. But because I interact with general Chinese speakers so little, I find it really difficult to anticipate what they are trying to say, so if I miss a word or detail I can easily miss the meaning of the whole sentence. So yeah. Even a de facto native speaker can have trouble in a casual conversation with someone on the street. The dialects don't help either.

[@nancysantos6306]

Watching shows in their original language and with subtitles helps a lot.

[@Dreznik88]

Do u follow xiamanyc he's great at Cantonese and even fushoneez and what's the celebration here???​@@OrientalPearl

[@suzieqmac2.0]

Thank you very much young lady for representing Americans & America in a positive light!

[@ArtFreeman]

Unfortunately, so many Americans in the US do not represent the country well. They love guns, drugs, and money

[@GingeRenee]

I came to the comment section to write just this. Thank you.

[@LuNa_1_3_1]

How about English speaking people.😢🇨🇦😳🙏💁

[@haydencarn8737]

Yeah, they really need it these days.

[@shakenbacon-vm4eu]

What’s an American? I’m American. But I’m brown, and look Asian. I don’t speak an Asian language. Is that American to you? Or does American mean ‘white person’?

[@smashleybreaks]

The little Japanese children encouraging each other to speak English was adorable.

[@christinesnitkin9619]

8:24 This young friend is so supportive! Imagine having someone like this by your side all the time, believing in you, encouraging you, with a big smile and keeping it fun.

[@wavi_DXM]

Extrovert supporting introvert always touches me. I am grateful to my extrovert friends.

[@ytc257]

Do you know Jesus is a messenger of God

[@bratzxrose]

Made me cry that was so cute

[@confustled]

@@ytc257 Which god?

[@battlerushiromiya3428]

A huge polytheistic kudos to you,@@confustled

[@n1k1george]

I'm actually hafu but I look very American to the average Japanese. I love to travel to the remote, rural parts of Japan stopping in at small villages and out the way places. The local's initial puzzlement at seeing a gaijin in such places gives away to a bit of apprehension as I approach them, but once I speak to them in native Japanese, their faces light up with surprise and delight. In Kyushu, I dropped in a few phrases of the local Kagoshima dialect and everyone roared with laughter! A gaijin speaking Kagoshima-ben! Imagine that! Even these short but sweet interactions are so very enriching and make the world a happier place for all. I love that your videos do the same. Keep it up!

[@xander9460]

Goes to show how incredibly impactful it is to learn the local language =) It connects you!

[@OrientalPearl]

Well said. Please subscribe and watch all my videos. You’ll love them.

[@semekiizuio]

Ofc no one is going to walk up to you if they dont know your language, its better to blend in and try to fit in in these circumstances

[@moaswrld]

Can’t wait til I’m at this level of understanding and speaking languages, it must be so fun chatting with others

[@OrientalPearl]

You can get there faster than you think!

[@mariamoments478]

Muffling behind the masks....😷 🎭 absolutely RIDICULOUS 😂😂😂

[@moaswrld]

@@mariamoments478 what…?

[@mariamoments478]

@@moaswrld trying to speak wearing a mask is just ridiculous and sounds terrible 🙄

[@gaikuong9009]

​@mariamoments478 You anti-maskers are the ridiculous one.

[@muhammadammarhaziq2998]

You assert the dominance in speaking Chinese, Korean and Japanese as a foreigner . 😂❤

[@kwokholuk8723]

Some pronunciation of Japanese and Korean languages are from Chinese language.

[@sailenthotcarathot8540]

Assert the dominance? What the fuck...

[@perec3674]

they mean she takes the lead, don't be creepy@@sailenthotcarathot8540

[@donnay205]

I am so impressed by the kindness and courteousness of the Chinese, Japanese, and other nationalities in this video. USA is Blessed to have this young woman representing us. Thank you!

[@Poggers_Ike]

Wow, Cantonese? As a native Cantonese speaker, I almost never find anyone who knows about, let alone speaks Cantonese! Your Mandarin pronunciation is amazing, I am so impressed! My family's way of speaking Cantonese sounds a little bit different, but I can't believe someone, especially someone not born speaking it, knows how.

[@OrientalPearl]

I just enrolled in a Cantonese school.

[@AonAon-ip2lr]

What's the big deal. It's not difficult. The issue is people.

[@frankhooper7871]

I can't imagine anyone not being aware of Cantonese. I've known since I was a teenager [over 50 years ago LOL] that Mandarin and Cantonese were the two most prevalent Chinese languages.

[@martianunlimited]

@@frankhooper7871 same, I grew up on TVB and Cantonese films, (and later Wah Lai Toi), My guess is that he is born post '97, but even then Hong Kong TV series and movies are still a dominant cultural export.

[@KM-uh5ro]

Almost all the china towns are cantonese. Lol

[@k4tnip]

2:45 my favorite part! The girls thanking you in unison is so wholesome to me. I’m glad you spread kindness everywhere ❤️

[@itsaivyyas8047]

The kids interaction was so cute!! I bet you inspired them to get more acquainted with English

[@GirlOnAQuest]

It's so wonderful when someone learns a language to develop friendships across the globe.

[@TheKevinlo]

That’s good on you Alisa, really respect your politeness and etiquettecy. I’m originally from HK and I think your Cantonese speaks very well. I meant all your languages are on point my friend. 🙌🏼💥🎊 I love all your videos and keep it up

[@Purple835]

HK?

[@MeetandVeg]

Hong Kong

[@fabricio4794]

P90@@Purple835

[@OrientalPearl]

I love Hong Kong! I’m learning Cantonese now and really enjoy the classes.

[@douginorlando6260]

Even before it gets posted I know I’ll like your video. You have a wonderful way of bringing out the best in people … it starts with seeing a beautiful story inside people around you and inviting them to let it shine

[@sigfridofajardo2327]

Agreed 👍💯 Oriental pearl hasn't disappointed yet. Her japanese and Chinese blows my mind everytime I hear her makes me want to get to studying bit more. 😮😮

[@pjperdue1293]

Well said.

[@R1PPA-C]

This is all just ridiculously beautiful in every possible way. I've always found it so when hearing someone speak many different languages. It's also strange that this is the first time I've noticed the different tones between these dialects. Some of them are very fluid and almost have a curve to end of words and some are quite harsh in a sense. Just beautiful to my ears.

[@coll4455]

I love how everyone instantly smiles!

[@josegregoriorizzobravo9288]

It's amazing to be able to speak both Chinese and Japanese! Two totally different languages, but many of us tend to see them as the same, Asian Culture is fascinating. Thank you for sharing.

[@testicool013]

Nobody with more than two brain cells sees them as the same

[@VladTepes-SaviorofEurope-mw4uy]

Maybe for someone who hears asian languages for the first time or not often it's only natural that they may sound similar. Doubt that happens often in the day and age when anime is so popular tho.

[@WithoutliesShlimShlamdie-rc9ry]

European culture is also fascinating. If anyone actually bothered to look into it past what Hollywood serves them lmao..

[@achtungbaby2009]

Chinese & japanese are not totally different languages. Japanese is like a distant Chinese dialect with 60% similar shared vocabuary with similar accented dialect like sounding words. the other 30% is native japanese words, 10% foreign imported words. Its easier for Chinese is learn & pick up both Korea Japanese& vietnamese. Vice versa.

[@semekiizuio]

I wouldnt say they sound the same theres alot of sh- zh- sounds in the Chinese dilect in which sounds like ch- in Spanish. I am bilingual in Spanish so I can pick on the sh- zh- consonant quite a bit because it sounds so alike to ch- (I forgot their x sounds like s as well) Not that you need to know or understand ch- ofc just I feel makes it easier

[@Synth-ud3hl]

How many times can the matrix be broken? And whoever is in charge of fixing it needs a raise.

[@fredrikg120]

these titles may be annoying to us subscribers, but they seem to work. 3M+ views on the last video. Money talks! I think this will get old pretty fast though. Hopefully she will find a better niché to showcase her language skills. Seems to be struggling a bit with the current one.

[@ksahnimdl]

True but this is the last one I am watching, over promotion of a one trick pony…

[@sottosotto4056]

why are you mad, she does not make these videos personally for you, this is her job

[@Synth-ud3hl]

​@sottosotto4056 mad? Or bored or repeated titles. If you create things for others' entertainment, then the audience has a right to give feedback. Without feedback, how will she know what people like or dislike?

[@FocusedFighter777]

Yeah but it helps her get views. Real YT are struggling, meanwhile fake YT up just for money and fame thrive. It's hard to be known when you stay real.... What's YOUR solution? Because I can't think of any besides cheating.

[@Majotsukai]

Words cannot express how impressed I am with your language skills. It’s really cool to hear you speak English too, because even though you’re American, your accent sounds different than how we speak here. ❤

[@kellyward3384]

I've been following you for a long time. I am so glad you got to go back to China. Also that you have reached 1M subscribers. Thanks for bringing your gift of languages to the rest of us and encouraging us to use our foreign language to speak to others to practice

[@user-og2wt3le4j]

At 7:46. Those kids are so cute! I wish them all the best as they study English.

[@shirlsbythesea]

as someone who speaks cantonese, i'm so happy that you're learning! excited to see your progress 😊

[@OrientalPearl]

Thank you! 😃 I’m looking forward to learning a lot this year.

[@lyhthegreat]

it's a pity that the amount of speakers are dwindling tho..

[@chuckh4077]

I've only heard that language in martial arts films.

[@lyhthegreat]

do you not go to chinatowns in the west? though the numbers of speakers are dropping rapidly, there's still quite a bit of them left. @@chuckh4077

[@KM-uh5ro]

Go to china town. They’re predominantly cantonese there.

[@welcometowendysguys]

I love seeing the quiet people open up immediately as soon as you speak their language.

[@phlebgrl6064]

I was really impressed with how you learned to speak so fluently in such a short time. It looked like a lot of fun to walk around and surprise people with your great language skills, I have the same passion. Thank you for sharing this great look into learning a new language by being conversational right away, nicely done!

[@katieundercover]

4:44 bro just fell in love 😭

[@deriandiaz169]

[@sleeplessi93681]

😅😅🎉😂😂😂❤

[@pjperdue1293]

Love this one! The reason I like your "broke the matrix" videos is because they're so kind. No one is mocking anyone else; you highlight the fact that people are people the world over and that language creates bridges. 🥰

[@bratzxrose]

9:22 this literally made me cry she was so excited for her friend to speak English 🥹

[@jcefalo2001]

That was so heartwarming! Thank you! 🤗❤️

[@johnvonachen1672]

I like that you had a short version of your video at the beginning and then the full length. Well structured.

[@fulinaround]

As a Chinese American I get ridiculed if I even make the slightest mistake in my Chinese pronunciation. I rarely get warm reactions when I speak Chinese overseas. Heck, in Yokohama's Chinatown my service actually decreases if I use Chinese compared to English or Japanese.

[@carlycrays2831]

People are so weird and rude. You're doing the best you can

[@yu2946]

It's called white privilege

[@OrientalPearl]

I know how you feel. When I was in grad school in Chinese my classmates were strict with me.

[@NinjaMonkeyguy]

Those kids were so cute! It's amazing how you get to use your Cantonese! great video again great shots too 😉

[@OrientalPearl]

Thanks Nathan! Luck was on my side that day for sure. Looking forward to filming more with you when you’re back in the spring.

[@joannexavier-troxel6956]

My father is from HK, but he never learned the dialect because everyone spoke English. The only Cantonese he heard was threats from his nanny 🤷🏻‍♀️😆. My aunt saids she remembers my grandparents speaking some Macanese, and referring to the currency for a few years after they immigrated to SF, but that’s it.

[@OrientalPearl]

It’s not too late to learn.

[@dennistowerofpower5808]

You always take me to a good place in my heart! Love you and your adventures! It shows so much Respect to other countries when you take the time to learn their language, especially when you are affluent. And the great benefit. you set a good example not only for the country you are visiting, but you help make Americans look good as well.

[@TheDon17_]

Because of you and your inspiration I’ve learned Spanish AND Chinese and now I’m also studying other languages.💫

[@BookNerd4Music]

wow that is amazing!

[@sumanuel]

¡Me encanta!

[@TheDon17_]

@@sumanuel gracias lo aprecio!

[@kuyajaypi]

The interaction with the kids was super cute! I loved how you practiced with them and asked them questions. It was certainly a great experience for them and an encouragement to study more English. :D Have my thumbs up! *clicks*

[@barbaraprice2550]

Learning the language of the countries you will be visiting is a big plus. The people become more friendly and helpful and there's less stress. It is also fun to learn something new.👍

[@Pax.Alotin]

There are three simple things that break all barriers 1. A Smile --------------- 2. Hello -------------- 3. Thank-you.

[@catarinaassuncao157]

OMG the interview part just cracked me 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@donl1846]

I just love the happy look's and great smiles you get when you speak in their native language, wonderful !!

[@OrientalPearl]

I’m so glad you enjoy these videos.

[@404notfound.....]

You're interactions with other people are unbelievably interesting!! I think it's funny when somebody is speaking about you in they're language and you answer in their language. Your video content is both fun and witty!! Cheers from Canada!! 🇨🇦

[@HelenandTimTravel]

We love your videos! You speaking to the kiddos was our favorite part. We visited Japan for the first time last year and loved it. Great video!

[@whitalon]

LISTEN. this is too good. i was captivated and thank you for the video

[@Karen-to9lr]

I really enjoy watching your videos. My daughter-in-law is Korean, and I like to learn Korean. There is a local Korean church I thought I could attend to learn more. My son & her are stationed back in Korean for the next few years. I also like the videos, to learn more about their culture in those countries. Can't wait for some Korean videos.

[@lyphiabuthelezi]

i love how u switch from one language to another..... its so smooth

[@KM-uh5ro]

That’s so awesome that you’re learning! Love this journey for you! As long as you’re not claiming to speak perfect chinese, I think people will just be happy and excited to see your growth! 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@johndoe3485]

1:26 Bruh, next level 🙇

[@LooseGoose463]

Hi Pearl i just wanted to let you know I discovered your channel via Instagram while i was on a trip in japan! You played a major part in inspiring me to learn japanese again and i feel much more motivated learning the language this time. Thank you for the inspiration and fun videos! 🖤

[@OrientalPearl]

I’m glad that you found my channel through Instagram! I’ve been working hard at trying to grow that account.

[@kalasue7]

Because you can’t live a hundred lives, I like watching your videos to see what it would have been like to move to Asia to study. I studied Japanese in college but ultimately went into healthcare career. Love getting to know you and japan through your eyes.

[@heathbeck7719]

Might be my fav new channel for a month. Content is pretty fire

[@chris1978nl]

Thanks for my needed dosis of 'feelgood tv'. Always a pleasure to watch your videos.

[@studio95951]

It's always so fun to watch you interact with the different people you meet. Their expressions and reactions to you are always so genuine. Keep doing what you do and I'm waiting for one million subscribers with you. Everyone please spread the word and share the videos. Love and Peace Oriental Pearl. To you and Tommy. 💗💗 .

[@Ice_FinZ-X]

She came back with a bang 🤯

[@user-rs6gl5lx6f]

Please keep your vlogs going as i enjoy them so very much. ❤❤

[@in2it85]

I loved the interaction with the kids, very heartwarming 😊

[@JohnnyWin]

You're SOOOO close to 1m subs. I've been watching you for awhle and I'm getting so excited for you!

[@sui2978]

Videos comes and goes but Safety is number 1.. Hope You and Tommy are Ok since the Earthquake.. Continue Success From NYC Manhattan ❤️💋

[@Rosev_13]

She able to speak in so many languages but I’m so impressed with how well she communicates!! I’m shy and awkward and have a hard time keeping up a conversation and finding the right words in 1 language and the fact you can do it so well in multiple is amazing

[@JericBrual]

The street interview and the kids were great segments! Loved those parts of the video 😁

[@thelonelyamazonian7039]

Ha ha! You tricked the Japanese interviewers! 😂 You should definitely do a lot more of those! 👍 ✨Happy New Year💫 Pearl, and everyone watching. 🇬🇧

[@sheldonking1743]

Great content, good narration, cinematography and of course impressive language skills.

[@AVsToes]

HAPPY 1 MILLION SUBSCRIBERS ANMING ! チャンネル登録者数 100 万人突破おめでとうございます ❤❤

[@mgrzx3367]

3:01 that is the most beautiful Kimono ( don't hurt me if I am wrong) I have ever seen. Arigatou Sensei Oriental Pearl. I learn from You.

[@Cosmic-Sage]

Those kids are sooo cute. especially the girl helping her friend ❤❤

[@magdalenawilliams5642]

Another great video. I love the interaction you had with the young children. ❤

[@letstrypeace]

Your videos & interactions make me so happy!

[@whysosyria11]

Anming is so powerful that she can break out of every matrix in every language.

[@tiberianexcalibur]

Why is she called anming?

[@AntepenultimaRomantica]

@@tiberianexcalibur it's probably her "chinese name", to make it easier for chinese speakers to call her

[@kobzster06]

I swear, these never get old!

[@utasoschinski7191]

Es ist wunderbar dich zu sehen und deine Erfahrungen zu teilen, ich lernte ab meinem neunten Lebensjahr außer meiner Muttersprache Deutsch auch Russisch und startete mit 13 Jahren Englisch, was jedoch nicht meine Wahl wirklich war, doch heute bin ich froh und habe es immer verbessert auch andere Sprachen kamen in mein Leben durch die Musik im Schulchor , wie Tschechisch , Ungarisch , Polnisch , Italienisch , Spanisch , Bulgarisch , Französisch, natürlich Englisch, Latein! Durch Musik und Filme kann man eine Menge lernen! Durch meine Ausbildung lernte ich Fachlatein und Fachsprache in Russisch! Später erlernte ich auch etwas Türkisch durch Selbststudium in meiner Praktikumszeit in Berlin , und machte einen kurzen Intensivkurs in Norwegisch, innerhalb von 14 Tagen lernte ich einkaufen, mich bewerben und im Alltag klar zu kommen, was für 1 Jahr an Sprache erst mal gereicht hätte, durch Filme und Serien seit etwa 3 Monaten habe ich meine ca 12 ersten Worte in Koreanisch so nebenbei aufgeschnappt und gemerkt, daß es mich begeistert und auch ein bisschen Mandarin und Japanisch und Taiwanesisch , da bin ich soweit das ich durch hören die Sprachen unterscheiden kann , es ist wie Musik ❤

[@Wazey03]

Wow. The way you speak their language is just awesome 👌 ❤

[@MrAngV]

Keep glitching the matrix, Anming. You are doing GREAT! You always put a smile on my face.

[@gloriamoline678]

You are amazing. You love people apparently & enjoy socializing.

[@pascalegrafe7737]

I think that you are very gifted with langages . Ok, the method you use is probably excellent , but to me, it’s not enough to justify everything you are able to do. It was a pleasure to see your kindness to people that you don’t know and to see their reactions … thank you to have shared it !

[@corrieaaron9679]

This is so awesome! Thank you for sharing!!! ❤❤❤

[@matthewong1953]

You are incredible. I could never remember the phrases even with tutoring! You do realize that you are the cause for the glitch in the matrix. 😊

[@futonlove6347]

As you see, there are so many Chinese people in Tokyo, Japan. I was confused with this video at first😅

[@Darren-pm9yy]

I haven't been on KZbin for a while really happy to see you are past 1 million!

[@mitchellbennis9236]

Was just surfing and watched your video, love the surprise on people’s faces. You reminded me of the guy who does this in the states and when he travels to other oriental countries. Great video.

[@KERRYPIKE]

It's very amazing to speak different types of languages.

[@Hunikengt]

Your content never gets old Anming! oh and happy new year! May 2024 be much better than the rough start in Japan.

[@JL-qo7cs]

Good for you, young lady. It's my first visit. You're doing something with your life. You're a good ambassador for the U. S. Thanks

[@gerilynne1955]

You are amazing at how quickly you pick up languages. Best wishes in all you do.

[@danielduarte6802]

It would be fun to see that interview 😆

[@GodIsLoveEternally888]

I am Canadian trying to learn Korean since my fiance is Korean and you are SO INSPIRING!!! I will keep going :)

[@Whitefern1]

Congratulations on one million! ❤

[@lizzie7929]

🎆🎇Happy New Year🎇🎆 Akemashite omedetō あけましておめでとう🎆 新年快樂🎇 Xīnnián kuàilè 새해 복 많이 받으세요🎇 saehae bog manh-i bad-euseyo Feliz año nuevo🎇🎆 You have a wonderful way of bringing out the best in others, and making everyone smile, with your languages! Impressive indeed! 👍🏻🇯🇵🇰🇷🇨🇳You inspire me, continue doing what you are doing! ☺️☺️🙇🏻‍♀️🙏I’m trying to improve my Spanish, atm! 🇪🇸

[@danielroydrawe]

Your video really brought up a lot of emotions and memories from when I taught English in Korea and China and my numerous visa runs to Japan. I miss the cute kids, the different food, traditional clothing, interactions with the people and knowing that everyday would be an adventure. Sadly, those days seem to be behind me, so all I have are memories. Thank you for awakening those memories even if a few tears are included. Be safe. I wish I could find a lady like you to have adventures with. I know you're American, but you look German. Machts güt. Daniel in Utah. PS. I remember my first trip to the lovely city of Fukuoka. I don't like seafood, so the first Japanese I learned was Maca-donaldo doko deska? Japanese seems the easiest Asian language to learn.

[@OrientalPearl]

Ha ha but in reality Japanese is the hardest.

[@guygrotke8059]

I'm happy I finally learned your name, after watching so many of your videos.

[@davidwillis2388]

Love your channel and your talent is a gift! Cheers and keep making videos.

[@TheKeitherBPodcast]

your video brought a genuine smile to my face...thank you !

[@OrientalPearl]

I'm so glad!

[@greenbow27]

Hi Alissa,for my self i think it is very important to speak the language when you life in a country that is not your country of birth.For sure when you 24/7/356 with people around you they not speak your native language you had to learn as fast as possible that this human accept you better in ther culture.But it is very difficult to learn and speak daily a language when you have nobody to talk and to practice for a better expression.For my self i would like to speak so fluend japanese or chinese as you could and i wish you the best i could for you that your way of life never ends and all the best to you your husband an family.Thank you for these kind of videos.(sorry for my bad bad english)

[@kryshap]

The little girls were absolutely adorable to watch. One was shy but she had a hype girl lol. and the little boy too, he was just not afraid to speak to you. Love your videos! they are just so enjoyable :)

[@joanndavis4843]

Wow, you blew everybody's mind😮! I loved it👍. That experience is like a dream most people only imagine in their minds. Astonishing to see it can really be a reality too.

[@RespectOthers1]

Hopefully later this year we’ll see you on the streets of Hong Kong again. This time surprising the locals with your acquired Cantonese! :D

[@OrientalPearl]

I’ll be back in Hong Kong soon for sure!

[@ArtFreeman]

I love seeing you speak their language and their reactions.

[@mlralston]

I love the two 101 learning pods! Thanks🙂

[@OrientalPearl]

I’m glad that you love them as much as I do!

[@juliegoldman6778]

Congrats on 1M. Been watching since ~20K !!! Good luck in the future.

[@OrientalPearl]

Thanks for being here all this time.

[@evabalga6133]

You are incredible linguistic talent. Utmost respect.