Proficiency in English does not define one's intelligence

[@factsoverfear9771]

I speak English and live in America. But many Africans speak their native tongue and English. I cannot speak two languages but they can …..VERY PROUD 👍🏽🥇🥇🥇

[@HypnoSwag]

I feel like the English language is being butchered by Americans with all the slang and the ridiculous dialect some African-Americans use.

[@leonjones3959]

​@@HypnoSwag man please it ain't are native language anyways

[@HypnoSwag]

@leon jones it is if you were born in the States. . Most Black Americans are diluted with different mixed African and European genetics. There's no direct heritage for them, so there's no one native language. It's dozens if any.

[@someonesomeone2166]

​@@HypnoSwag the American language has always been a conglomeration of different slang.its why we have words like toboggan, renaissance, kindergarten, ballet, and chauffeur. Adding new terms and phrases to language, as society moves is not a bad thing. In fact it's expected due to changing interests and ideals.

[@leonjones3959]

@@HypnoSwag look man why are you worried about what african Americans are doing to the English language what's ridiculous is being taken away from are Motherland as slaves and stripped of are original languages and heritage and culture so yes we are going to put are own slang when we speak English anything we do we are going to add are own to it you have to understand we had to create are own culture here we black African Americans can give a dam about the Whyte man's English that's one of the reasons we twist the English language up to fit are needs you sound like you are offended by us black African Americans putting a slang on the English language one thing about it is how ever you want to look at it or see it if we were never brought to the usa we would still be in Africa and we would know are true languages and wouldn't have to add are slang with the Whyte man's English language

[@Jhud69]

As a linguist I wish more people understood this. Knowing more than more language is already a huge sign of intelligence as is, even if you don’t know the second language „perfectly”. If you know it enough where you can be feasibly understood? That’s already amazing and something you often have to learn on your own.

[@aimanshahbaz]

I strongly agree as a linguistic!

[@kay_swan]

Wow this makes me feel proud of myself I'm African and I speak 4 languages, English is my 3th language

[@patricioferreira5495]

Hmmm... Linguistical inteligence is a type of inteligence, but there are other types of inteligences, like mathematical, manual abilities, sportive, visual, auditive, empirical, empathetic, emotional, even aesthetical. I don't even speak english, but as speaker of an european language, I improvise something in english. There are even very intelligent speechless people. Today to speak english is relevant, but in the past other languages ruled, like spanish in Latin Amarica, or to speak french in most of Africa. Africa is the place with the greatest diversity of languages in the world, they live together with a lot of people talking different languages, then is very common africans speaking more than 3 or 4 idiomas, but there are places where is spoke only one language, then people haven't contact with other languages to learn them.

[@Xhadowgdm]

I was literally thinking about this comment while the vid was in progress 😂😂😂

[@sarah37452]

Who said knowing more than one language makes someone intelligent? I know 4 but I'm not smarter than my classmates who know less languages.

[@DeliahAyala.2.14.91.]

A majority of English speakers can't speak a second language. If someone is picking up a second language they are proving their intelligence. I support your message!

[@Arri7979]

Actually, the majority of English speakers in the world do speak more than one language. English is a commonly spoken second or third language for people globally.There are more English as a Foreign Language speakers in the world than native English speakers. But I agree, this message still holds true. I teach English as a Foreign Language outside of the US and I remind my students of this message often.

[@DeliahAyala.2.14.91.]

@@Arri7979 I meant in the US. Most English speakers here only speak English. It's getting better, but even I struggle with the two languages I picked up

[@tatienono]

​@@Arri7979Vicious

[@arcturus8035]

​@@Arri7979she is talking in context of native English speakers...

[@Arri7979]

@@arcturus8035 - Yeah, she clarified it. It's important to clarify native English speakers as English speakers because natuve English are completely outnumbered (coming from a native English speaker from the US who teaches English abroad).

[@Gaza-et]

When an intelligent, beautiful woman speaks, everybody should listen .....you're absolutely right ✅️

[@Liliedugg]

So you base who you're gonna listen to on their looks..? 🤔

[@Gaza-et]

@Liliedugg your comment reflects on your understanding, not on what I said..if that what you think fine let it be. Beauty can be in the look, in the soul, and the mind not only in the body. Expand your limited thinking, bro.

[@striker7469]

It is important to treat people based on their action. Not solely on education status.

[@ayumuchorizo4486]

Agreed. Along the way, people forgot the purpose behind education and just chased/obsessed over shiny titles or credentials.

[@politrazor]

Education status definites a speaking level and cooperation.

[@laborincana4490]

But education status does'nt mean proficiency in english. There are millions of educated people and profesionals that are not proffficient in english . Of course, they are natives of non english speaking countries. That does'nt make them less prepared as an english speaker. Many times they are more prepared than the latter.

[@Libran1717-us8qp]

You are correct. I'm an American and I work with many different cultures everyday and some of them came from refugee camps and many had no access to education. So you're right; the ability to speak English isn't a measure of intelligence. I feel we must show empathy, exhibit kindness, patience and understanding towards those who don't speak English; Meet them where they are. Thank you for this message beautiful 😇

[@mimipdg]

Now that's how intelligent people speak up ❤❤❤❤❤

[@chopperhehehe]

I second your comment 👍👍👍😜🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🦕🦄😁🤞✌️

[@prettydreammy]

English is not the only language in the world, nor is it the most important. Whichever language is your mother tongue(s) should be respected and celebrated. Thank you Angella for this important message! 😍😍😍

[@JaejoongPrincess]

English is the most important language to know especially when it comes to business following Mandarin Chinese which is the second most important language to learn. That's why there are English classes as a second language at schools in almost every single country.

[@tammibrown5074]

Nor is it the least bit most beautiful either, according to many non natives lol

[@miram2053]

​@@JaejoongPrincess This isn't for good reason.

[@generalkweizr7091]

​@@miram2053 business isn't a good reason? Lol. Okay 😂

[@tellallyourfriends27]

It actually is the most important. I can go to almost any country and communicate with people and be understood. That's amazing! Learning English opens up a lot of opportunities and who wouldn't want that?

[@curtisoular]

Power to Local Language 🎯💯👑🙌🏽❤️

[@lonniedobbins778]

We was forced to learn English only and taught nothing but english unless we choose the classes and insisted to be taught. I regret to this date that I can only speak one language. *I marvel how practically all on the continent of Africa can speak multiple languages and was never taught in schools how.* FAR MORE INTELLIGENT THAN SPEAKING ENGLISH ONLY.

[@Ksawy-lf4tz]

I’m Spanish and I don’t speak English very well but I can say I just love the way you are ❤ I think you’re the prettiest woman I’ve ever seen.

[@jedimastermadeyejester7272]

The ones doing the judging are showing their true hateful nature and their own lack of intelligence. God bless you Angela❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jasminegreene8159]

I never understood this concept because it takes intelligence in order to speak multiple languages. Just the fact that someone can attempt a 2nd language is enough to prove the person is smart

[@dinosaurs_rule]

Beautiful inside and out, what an important message ❤

[@jonathancarvalho399]

Beautiful message you are soo right

[@babatundefamutimi4550]

I love listening to beautiful and intelligent ladies who have direct connection to our ancestors. I have family members that cannot speak English and they are put at the bottom of Nigerian society. If you speak to my family members in their native language or pidgin English, you will find out they have a lot of wisdom and knowledge.

[@soundslikealotofhoopla3066]

I completely agree. As you said, many people don’t have as much access to education. And learning a new language is extremely hard. I’m currently learning to speak Spanish as a native English speaker, and it has shown me how difficult becoming completely fluent in a language is. I’m certain that I couldn’t have a conversation with someone in Spanish right now because I don’t know enough and don’t have enough practice. Thank you for talking about this!

[@Traytriunetheomnist]

Being able to think in two different languages actually means you're super intelligent no need to address ignorance

[@roaroa5291]

👏 I hate it when I hear mostly Americans make these excuses for their ignorance: "Oh, we couldn't afford a good education." Meanwhile, a lot of us from different countries grew up with actually bad living conditions, but studied hard to overcome poverty and have to listen to their ignorant a..es telling us how speaking various foreign languages is not a sign of intelligence.

[@clapbangrun2200]

Just average Intelligence. Most people speak more than two languages

[@The-Mermaid-Moa]

She is so pretty!! My mom said she is so beautiful for me she said but if some person were ugly but.. there hearts are beautiful!,😊😊❤❤

[@s.e.motorsport8150]

When English was forced on many we can’t be praising people for speaking it well! How about we praise people for learning a tongue that wasn’t forced on people, or for being able to speak there mother tongue still after years of colonisation and oppression, Learning something that was forced on people is nothing to be praised or to gauge intellect from! Talk it sister 🙌🏽👸🏾

[@trinnysaysno]

I'm an African American in South Africa struggling to learn Zulu. I'd say it's safe to say, I struggle with being intelligent enough to simply remember a simple phrase like Hello, how are you! Me trying to practice with people is embarrassing. But I'm glad I make people laugh and that they are nice and eager to help correct my words and sounds!

[@AzureKite191]

Why move to South Africa?

[@trinnysaysno]

@@AzureKite191 just took some great advice from those white people back in the US! DONT know how many times I heard or been told, "GO BACK TO AFRICA!" I thought, what a good idea white supremacist! Thanks

[@carolm1800]

I am South African and I can speak all South African languages. I also know a bit of Chinese, French, Spanish, German, Dutch, Shona, Chichewa, Igbo, Yoruba and Swahili. People laughed when I learnt Zulu but now I am fluent. Continue to learn.

[@shula2610]

I am Zulu and grew up in rural areas. I have a master's degree in Science and Agric but I am scared to apply for bigger positions because of my English and have been embarassed by the language infront of other stakeholders/ people😢

[@MixedChick1]

@@carolm1800 I didnt know there are many SA languages. How many of those languages do you speak and are you fluent in them?

[@obadiyahisrael6917]

It's amazing to me that you even have to make a statement like that. English, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, etc. All are languages of our oppressors. So if one has a native tongue to speak then they should be very proud to speak it because the rest of us speak the language of our colonizers. Shalom 🙏.

[@JosephHardiman]

I agree.A person who learns a new language is more intelligent due to the fact they have to have the mental capacity to retain the language of 2 different cultures. 💁🏾‍♂️

[@AutisticAthena]

Knowing multiple languages is a thing to be proud of, but only knowing your own is not a source of shame. I agree with you wholeheartedly.

[@thatorashford3690]

I agree with you 100%. I've heard so many of my peers tell me that they find people who don't speak fluent English unattractive. I'm South African btw and these same people don't care about their native African languages and most of them don't know how to communicate with their elders because they can't speak in their mother tongue. I've also seen many teachers in High school and lectures in Uni completely disregard and overlook students who struggle with English and it just hurts so bad.

[@kaizatengoku3893]

That dont mean they dont care

[@shula2610]

All my life I have struggled with English and many SA black/ african fellows judge and look down on ppl who cant express themselves clearly in English.... I HV experienced that n still

[@jelysia7954]

I completely agree. As an American I would also like to add that the majority of individuals I have seen that mistreat or look down on others for not speaking English well only speak English and have no idea of the complexities of learning a new language. I commend anyone that speaks more than 1 language

[@Happytravellerkimmy]

I have tried to learn all kinds of different languages (my first language is English) and so I always try to be patient with fellow learners because languages are difficult and English is so tricky. I'm currently trying to learn Cree and Michif.

[@soundslikealotofhoopla3066]

Exactly. My first language is English and I’m learning Spanish. Seeing the differences between English and Spanish has shown me that English is super complicated. In Spanish, if I know how a word is spelled, I almost always can pronounce it. In English, spelling is so messed up and complicated that I struggle to pronounce some new words even though it’s my language!

[@ThisisMukami]

I'm a village girl in Kenya...and I love promoting our beautiful African culture. I'm a Kenyan KZbinr.

[@jarrellgoodloe8563]

I enjoyed your comments, very well said, some people have to much pride in showing respect to others. May God bless you and your family. Praying for you here in Georgia USA 🇺🇸.

[@nuhafatimah4303]

Yesss, I agree! 👏👏👏

[@jasmineb4787]

I absolutely agree with her and by the way you are so very beautiful my sister ❤️✌️

[@jlight1294]

How I really appreciate that someone has spoken about this. Thank you

[@jayasubramanian5501]

Excellent message to think and change👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️

[@rochelleb973]

Absolutely correct❤

[@Marelva100]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 so true, it’s sad that you even have to address it.

[@dakiddtv874]

I totally agree with you Angela. Very well said!

[@properantagonist]

It's insanely ironic that so many people who only speak one language make fun of people who speak more just because they're not proficient in their native one.

[@Rai2M]

Absolutely agreed, good point, Angella. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experience.

[@lorshian_go]

I'm from Spain and my first language has never been English, I sometimes misspell or mistype but it doesn't mean I'm not intelligent in my native language ❤ Proud of your country button btw ⬇️

[@NOZH777]

I have a similar problem but with another language. I speak two languages fluently which are romanian and english and I moved to Italy few months ago to stay with my family. When I came here I knew nothing about Italian, I had to start classes right away, and in few months I learned how to maintain simple conversations and understand what the person is saying (also since romanian is pretty close to italian) of course, my vocabulary is not perfect and because of that resulted in me being discriminated or be known as dumb because I'm not used to some behaviours that for the italian is considered normal and expressions although me and the other person can pretty much understand eachother's needs. What I realized is unless the other person does not relate to something or have a similar experience they won't even care about the hardship, they just see the first seconds and they'll make a judge about it. I got lucky because I finally got friends rhat understand me even if most of them aren't romanian or english and we get along pretty well. So in conclusion, don't think that just because a person doesn't speak properly it means that they are illiterate because high chances are they're probably good at another language.

[@lakep7798]

Wow, Angella, I strongly agree with both points: that English proficiency is not necessarily a measure of one’s intelligence as it is only one of many languages (most of which many English speakers don’t know), and the call for respect across languages and cultures. ❤

[@NovelsInBits]

You’re so right. And you speak so well. It’s in your confidence and ability to express yourself

[@davidimhoff2118]

@Angella Summer Namubiru I am 41 years old and white. You are absolutely correct. I only speak English but that doesn't mean I am smarter than you just like my skin color doesn't make me smarter. I am so sorry you and your friends and family are being mistreated. We all deserve love and kindness wherever we go. I have empathy and kindness towards everyone and I don't understand people who are hateful or unkind. I think this is a very important topic. Even when I comment, I have individuals who will try to teach me how to type English. They waste time pointing out something that I could care less about. You are s very smart woman.

[@chanwaiming29]

You are right Angella. To learn a second language, such as English in adulthood involves lot of motivation, determination and effort. It isn't easy but it is achievable. For those migrants who live in English speaking countries, you can absolutely do it if you are willing to make an effort. Get out of your comfort zone, watch local TV shows, talk to the staff who serve you at supermarkets, watch free English lesson videos. You will be amazed what you can achieve.

[@paulamugabi7320]

Angela munange oli mukyala wa magezi,omukkakamu ate o’wekisa osanyu sizza nnyo munange. Webale kubeera n’omutima omulungi.🎉🎉🎉

[@JOHN-tk8eb]

Knowing how to speak more languages is great and it's definitely helpful in so many other ways.

[@gadeyeye6268]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾💪🏾👍🏾🙏🏾✌🏾 Great point sister goddess.

[@kahlahyahysrahl7777]

Very eloquently said my beautiful sister and Queen. 🕊💜🕊💜

[@actsofwisdom7]

It's very true Angella. Your voice is very soothing and therapeutic to my ears. 👍🏾

[@klasyk1532]

A beautiful message, from a beautiful heart! As a English speaking American, I totally agree

[@yourfavoriteoompaloompa139]

I literally wrote a whole essay on this last semester. I just came up with the concept from what’s I’ve witness around me but I’m glad to see someone else talking about this.

[@samiramahmud406]

Very True Strong Msg 🤝 Sister 💕

[@sarahmath9433]

Can you make shorts teaching your local language? And you’re absolutely right, when people talk about how they know languages of not only their country or province but all the surrounding countries languages with similar structure and the on some, I’m always amazed. I wish this sort of multilingual culture was more encouraged. I hope to learn as much as I can about others languages and cultures in my life.

[@lydiaans5698]

Thank you for this message

[@NoRecentActivityFound]

Agree 100%

[@Jasia-bh7ou]

Well said u nailed it ! Love the truth u speaking 🙌 ❤❤❤

[@pamtaioe6725]

well said my child, you are quite correct, l agree with you 100%, l grew up in South Africa, we also facing that problem of being treated as stupid if you cant speak well English

[@misterpacha1]

She is too cute😭. Intelligent too🥰

[@osirusgtr]

You are so right My Queen👏❤

[@juelj1002]

She absolutely right 💯💯💯 And it's not fair because as an American 🇺🇸 I don't know too many Americans that are bilingual , I'm not but I was never made to feel that way

[@andersson.l.e]

I agree with all you say. Have a great day wise and beautiful Angella.

[@kc2del12]

Amen and we should all love one another. God-bless ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Morpholuvvs]

Speaking facts. This is why she’s my favorite person on youtube

[@tallgrl94]

I live in America and only speak English. I would love to learn to speak more. I always try to encourage people who struggle with English because it is a hard language to learn and because I would struggle if I had to speak another language as well.

[@Abiaka561]

Preach sister! Way to take time to break it down.

[@ZenAscent]

I love this message 😊❤

[@DuyuCoyote]

Great job on this. And thank you for doing all that you do.

[@reggievaudin1528]

Hi I just started to subscribe to you today and you're from east Africa and I'm from south Africa

[@veronique841]

Well said...you are very intelligent indeed.

[@ndeysagniagrace3526]

Well said my beautiful sister..❤❤

[@Reign_Of_Is_REAL]

That FRO is Life! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤❤❤

[@jasonsimmons671]

Amen sister 🙏🏿

[@nancygracesingh]

Amen

[@glorygloryholeallelujah]

I am now 37 years old and I have been practicing English nonstop for over 25 years, but I still haven’t mastered it! I know that I will never 100% master it, because it evolves way too fast (especially with the internet/social media connecting the world) and there are countless variations of it-depending on the location, accent, culture, slang, historical demographic (and many other factors) of the specific English speaking region. I make at least a dozen or more mistakes every single day, yet I have 2 doctorates from top American universities (not that traditional education/degrees are the only way to gauge intelligence, it’s simply the easiest personal example I have at hand). It’s just a really difficult language to learn and it isn’t always easy for our brains to quickly translate the words we want to read/write/hear/say, back and forth from our mother tongue, to English (especially if you have severe dyslexia like I do…it can take a hot minute sometimes.😂) Thankfully I have never heard anyone be rude about my mistakes in real life (the internet isn’t a good representation of humanity, so I never let online rudeness affect me/my mood). People have always been very kind, patient, respectful and helpful when I mess up, or am struggling with something in their language. Every native English speaker I’ve ever met are typically very proud and flattered that someone put so much time/effort into learning their language and they are always excited to help people gain a deeper understanding of it. I’m extremely sad and sorry that you have had negative experiences. 😔💔

[@elleret]

You couldn’t have said this any better! ❤❤❤

[@Queenofafrobeatz9711]

True... speaking English is no measure to intelligence

[@marcus9434]

Your English far superior to my English....and that's the only language I know!! AND you're fine!!! 😍

[@hibiscusrose6074]

Hear, hear well said thank you 👏 👏 👏 👏

[@CATHYTIFA]

A beautiful message from beautiful heart like you😍❤❤❤

[@Zoeprincess1804]

Very well said 👏🏽 ❤

[@adventureswithsuzanna5667]

Amen sis! I totally agree.

[@nekoneko5376]

Well spoken girl. ❤

[@brokenfoxproductions]

I know you didn't mention it but I think it's ridiculous whenever people expect learning English for people who didn't learn it as a first language to be easy. The English language is basically five other languages stacked on top of each other in a trench coat and they're trying to get into an r-rated movie even though they aren't old enough to. It's what happened whenever German greek latin and several other languages all started mixing together. It's extremely complicated and I feel like people who grew up speaking English as their first language take it for granted thought they were taught English while their brain was still really young and pliable because as you get older it gets harder. It especially astonishes me because there's so many people who speak English as a first language who complain that they could never learn certain other languages because they're so difficult, but they don't let people from those cultures have the same opinion about English even though it is just as difficult if not more. plus whatever makes you feel better just know that there are a lot of people in the UK and America and other English-speaking countries that aren't super good at English either. There are a lot of uneducated people in the world and they don't have the right to talk smack about others who were not brought up the same way they were. In my opinion though I think that your English is great, and your accent is very charming. I like the way you talk. I don't understand why others need to be so critical.

[@osarobostarlite7596]

If you said English is difficult, you haven't tried German

[@floranaturelover]

Let’s be honest, all languages are very *difficult* to learn but they are fun People also need to realise English has been taught for years in the education system and that can’t be because it’s easy for sure

[@osarobostarlite7596]

@@floranaturelover I know that all languages are difficult , bit let's be honest , English is a very simple language compared to most other languages .

[@zaarkhananal7165]

Saw you on. I've Anita's channel and thought you were hilarious. Stay strong against the haters. Yah bless.

[@audreytotheworld1922]

Couldn't have said it any better. Thank you❤

[@olatzillanesmusic9129]

Quite smart! I could not say it better. If we all as humanity think like that we'd be way better. Thanks for sharing your glow, beautiful fairy!!

[@Hannahgs]

I never understood this notion! You have to me pretty smart to even kind of pick up another language good enough to communicate, and English is a tough one to do!

[@applejellypucci]

Yes I learned French as a 3rd language at 35 and it is still hard. I think your English is beautiful.

[@francis5279]

Wonderful. Well said.

[@jest4318]

Well said my beautiful and intelligent sister!!!

[@traviscarter1023]

No lies told from this beautiful black African Queen.

[@MusehanaH]

I couldn't agree with you more...and it's not just the ability or inability to speak English, it is also the fact that we will not all be able to speak English or any language with an "English" accent if that makes sense Hi there from South Africa, where the use of one's mother tongue is highly promoted. Here, 11 Languages are recognized as official languages with the "Sign" language about to be added as the 12th. English is our business language and a "compromise" language where two or more people aren't able to converse in either of the 10 languages. Sometimes you may find two people from different language groups having a conversation, each using their own language or switching between languages without disrupting the conversation....This may be hard to comprehend for those outside of South Africa but it is something that most of us have come to get used to. I have only come across one of your videos on my feed and as someone who grew up in a village in South Africa, much similar to your surrounding village, I applaud you for embracing your village life. We do not often realize that growing up but, village life makes you appreciate a lot of things that many may take for granted Keep it up - new subscriber here 😉

[@LilySteph1949]

Again very very well put❤

[@diegozmexican]

Thank you for making wonderful videos about your country in Africa . Also , you’re accent is very attractive ❤

[@LupusDei777]

Wise and beautiful 🤎

[@PatrickC63]

You’re absolutely correct 🙏🏻

[@ALEXANDERJMORGAN]

We agree. Some of the brightest people I've met are people who struggle with English. Not to mention, speaking more than one language is healthy for your brain.

[@dreamland7661]

Don't pay attention to jealous people, ignore them You are a wonderful, beautiful mermaid, friendly and full of skills, things to teach... ANGELLA ❤

[@in-a-bad-mood]

I am German, and I do absolutely agree with you. Big respect!!! 👍

[@1johnnygunn]

I can honestly say anybody that speaks english with any proficiency in addition to other languages has my respect. Currently I am trying to learn german spanish portuguese finish and italian.... I mostly doing spanish and currently. If I could secure decent employment either digital or in uganda I would not mind moving there.

[@kalpas2212]

Absolutely right ❤