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@foarest Жыл бұрын
dang, how many languages do you know
@omennemo8844 Жыл бұрын
Can't afford that plus I probably won't live long enough to use the language. I'm an old lady. I know Spanish, some German, some Italian and Latin. I learned some Latin through this catholic school I go to. Once you learn some Latin you can learn some European languages easier. Spanish, Italian, French and a few other European languages are descendants from the Latin language. When I was young I loved going to school and learning. Since I have reached my 70's. I've gotten lazy. Don't mind learning something new just don't want to study anymore. My mind is overloaded. I need to give it a break. Love your content.
@arunprakashshrestha2203 Жыл бұрын
Seems like you can't speak Nepali
@ElliotSterk Жыл бұрын
Can you share which restaurants you went to? I’d love to try the Gujarati place
@giorgifruidze9705 Жыл бұрын
you should learn some Georgian(ქართული) ,it would be very interesting .
@blazesmooth55732 жыл бұрын
The Ghanian ladies were so nice and exited for a local to speak their language it was such a nice interaction
@dansgroi1472 Жыл бұрын
Excited. Lol.
@angel-nf5ix Жыл бұрын
@@dansgroi1472 girl it’s not a spelling bee you know what they meant u missed the point
@dansgroi1472 Жыл бұрын
@@angel-nf5ix couldn't help myself. Lol
@angel-nf5ix Жыл бұрын
@@dansgroi1472 smh 😭
@Heroo01 Жыл бұрын
@@angel-nf5ix The people in the video also correct Ari. It's about learning and getting better, not pedantics
@Wilbur.Mallon2 жыл бұрын
i love the way that, no matter the language or culture, they're just rlly happy to see someone putting in an effort to learn their language and stuff
@sabacrown66952 жыл бұрын
It’s a sign of respect
@Wilbur.Mallon2 жыл бұрын
@CRISTO È RISORTO! 🔥 (CHRIST IS RISEN) 1st of all, bro what. 2nd of all, preciate it but no
@badvibes24752 жыл бұрын
nice video
@sharkscanplay28902 жыл бұрын
And then you have English speakers who just insult those learning to speak English 🤣
@squishy88532 жыл бұрын
@@Wilbur.Mallon wow, that was...really respectful XD. I didn't expect that when I first saw their comment
@TheRealBlkBuchona Жыл бұрын
The Haitian people in the shop warmed my heart. “Today might be your day, tomorrow might be mine” pay it forward❤️🔥
@fim322 Жыл бұрын
Seriously... My favorite part of the whole video. Such great people in this world. Thank you for sharing your talent and showing us the true light of the world @xiaomanyc
@Z3NITH_ Жыл бұрын
Today you... Tomorrow me
@InvertedFreeSolo Жыл бұрын
It literally made me tear up. We all have so much more in common than we seem to realize.
@draagax Жыл бұрын
My mother helped rebuild a school in Haiti. And she interacted with a lot of the locals. They were always smiling and were super friendly to her during her time there even though they have less than most Americans. They have my respect and my wish for 1st world countries to learn from people like them.
@Hearts4me760 Жыл бұрын
Yea I'm haitain
@eugenelee8673 Жыл бұрын
This man brings smiles around the world. This is cultural appreciation at its finest.
@Feroal2 Жыл бұрын
Well said!
@jayman0211872 жыл бұрын
I like how it doesn't matter the culture, the ladies with the momma vibes always trying to feed you up 😂
@knottchu61592 жыл бұрын
Lesson I’m learning-> Learn other languages. Meet nice people. Get free food sometimes.
@Pyxe_ZA2 жыл бұрын
That's what I commented. No cultural experience is complete without the food initiation 😅
@wild45092 жыл бұрын
@@Pyxe_ZA true! And if someone offers you food, you better not turn it down because that’s disrespectful as hell in a lot cultures! Lol
@bigstv152 жыл бұрын
@@knottchu6159 bro legit happened to me last week, I'm learning Spanish and I got one of my favorite Honduran foods. It's called "tajadas con pollo" My coworker just bought it for me out of the blue. I was so grateful!
@chickbowdrie47502 жыл бұрын
I love my momma, she does the same thing
@xopheliaimmortalx75842 жыл бұрын
Dude, you're breaking down the barriers between cultures and opening peoples' minds to acceptance, and I'm HERE FOR IT! The world needs a billion more like you.
@squirrelgray9452 жыл бұрын
The world need's the current population of him. Sure be hard to start a war.
@keatonhatch62132 жыл бұрын
This is how it’s always been, the media likes to lie to you and create problems where there isn’t any. 95% of people are happy when “outsiders” take on their culture.
@Ttookie2 жыл бұрын
To Accept what exactly? To accept that white people were ex slave owners to all these cultures 👍
@teauny2 жыл бұрын
We all just need to learn to speak all language
@flappybird93272 жыл бұрын
@@teauny yes i wish there wasn’t so many languages going extinct like animere 😭😭
@sanrasuzumaki9422 жыл бұрын
People become more friendly when you speak their language, who would have thought? Honestly I love these videos.
@Portrait-in-Black Жыл бұрын
@John Creley Very nice sentiment. 👍🏼
@jerryboics9550 Жыл бұрын
English speakers feel the same way
@vOID-fh1qt Жыл бұрын
@@jerryboics9550 Difference being you typically get assaulted, verbally but in some instances physically, for not speaking English in the vicinity of English speakers. The Ghanian ladies didn't scream at him for not speaking their language within 10 ft of them.
@Bangtang_Aje Жыл бұрын
not really, I spoke English when I visited the states few years ago and People were not that friendly. some even told me to go back to my country.
@nidhogg00 Жыл бұрын
@@vOID-fh1qt Uhh it depends on where you go, english speakers get the same in places that english isn't the native language.
@AzzyGG Жыл бұрын
When I deployed to South Korea, I made an effort to speak a little bit of Korean to the locals and holy moly the friends I made and doors it opened I can’t even explain it was the best 9 months of my life all because I attempted to learn a language, it’s crazy how easy it is to connect with other cultures just with a little effort
@muircatcattius92235 ай бұрын
thats awesome!
@vert25525 ай бұрын
especially asian countries, the difference in experience when you do and do not speak the language is huge. even just a little bit. I speak japanese and i always tell people that japan in tokyo, and japan outside tokyo, especially with some language (within tokyo as well!) are 2 completly different countries. Some of my best stories i have were made thanks to traveling alone, just by accident by asking someone for a way, being seen reading japanese map, or simply saying hello.
@SwaggLikeYazz2 жыл бұрын
I love how friendly people become when you speak their language. Giving him free stuff off of the strength that he appreciates their culture.
@kchmyy2 жыл бұрын
Imagine, the whole world use single language.
@omniowl35152 жыл бұрын
@@kchmyy I think if everyone learned minionese we’d be a happier world.
@Hernandez1312 жыл бұрын
@@kchmyy historically that’s wat English was supposed to be. That’s why it has so many words derived from other languages but it got too complicated for others to learn since there’s so many ways to say just one word
@em1ownerify2 жыл бұрын
@@kchmyy me no use language different
@abdullahsaidgul80052 жыл бұрын
@@em1ownerify boorger King or Mk Doonal make betta boorgers
@PatstarDeluxe2 жыл бұрын
I LOVE the Gujarati shop keeper's reaction. You literally see his heart swelling and melting with pride that someone is speaking to him in his own language. It's absolutely beautiful!
@bcooke10002 жыл бұрын
He gives such hope for the world 🌎 Sometimes I’m so moved I cry 😭! Maybe humans can choose Love and acceptance instead of being haters. White Christian Nationalists scare the crap out of me! LOVE may win...
@Count_Ocana2 жыл бұрын
@@bcooke1000 I've abandoned Christianity from a young age. They're so hateful and think terribly of anyone different than them. I've chosen my own path and show kindness to anyone unless they are mean or do bad
@bcooke10002 жыл бұрын
@@Count_Ocana Yes! Freedom of religion is one of our rights, to choose our beliefs. May the choice to love always win over hate.
@Count_Ocana2 жыл бұрын
@@bcooke1000 yes I am now polytheistic and believe in many Gods controlling certain parts of the world like the sky, sea, nature, etc
@PvtPyle-tj6xx2 жыл бұрын
@@bcooke1000 speaking for Christians here, were taught not to hate anyone. not even our enemies, Jesus tells us to love everyone as he loves us. If you’ve gotten the impression that Christians are hateful people, then you’re mistaken & i’m sorry you’ve been made to feel that way. I encourage you to have real conversations with Christians & learn about our religion, & what we really believe. were not evil or oppressive people like a majority of the media likes to portray us. Have a wonderful day❤️ (not that it should matter but I’m a young white American man btw)
@sanguineskull2 жыл бұрын
I'm struggling to learn a second language and this man's running around speaking everything.
@11037_kuwata2 жыл бұрын
same fr im struggling w japanese and this guy knows like every language 😭😭
@kadne94222 жыл бұрын
the more languages you learn the easier it gets
@pilsplease75612 жыл бұрын
I play a game that has italian speakers and has voice triggers for ingame stuff and I set it to italian so i have to speak it and it helps with practicing
@RushilDhar2 жыл бұрын
I speak 4 langs fluently lmao and around 10 non-fluently
@STOCKHOLM072 жыл бұрын
I know, right? Here I am on my third attempt at Rosetta Stone Spanish.
@abcdefgcdefg5178 Жыл бұрын
I love how passionate they get when they see someone take an interest in their culture, truly an amazing way to connect with people
@psychedelicricoconut3742 жыл бұрын
The fact that he's sweating tells much more about this video. It tells the fact that he's nervous, but still try to talk in a way that he can and gets praised for his effort. I remember cutting down the conversation the minute I got nervous talking to foreigners. I really appreciate this video, thank you.
@gordonliu3972 Жыл бұрын
Great observation. This is my main barrier to speaking other people's languages. I used to teach English as a foreign language courses, when I lived abroad and this was always a challenge for the students. I wish I had Xiaoma's courage in this area. I imagine that is at least part of his secret. He is courageous to speak these languages, despite his nervousness.
@johnalexander-d5d8 ай бұрын
@@gordonliu3972 was hard to miss!
@kenhasibar26242 ай бұрын
Or it's 102• in NY, and he's wearing a sweatshirt.
@aprilpatterson84492 жыл бұрын
It’s such a joy to see people’s ears perk up when they understand you’re speaking their native tongue. Their eyes brighten and their smiles widen- I love your videos. Positive human interactions- amongst people of different backgrounds- are good to see these days 😊 Thanks yet again for bringing a smile to my face!
@khalilahd.2 жыл бұрын
Exactly. I can’t wait to do the same in Japanese
@thegooner11022 жыл бұрын
^What she said 💯
@ajlaritson58342 жыл бұрын
I think about this a lot. It’s super important for people to see how well we can all get along when we all put in effort to understand and respect different backgrounds
@nerdygeekyart2 жыл бұрын
Why did I tear up reading this? 😅
@nerdygeekyart2 жыл бұрын
@@khalilahd. I'm trying to learn Japanese as well!
@matthewdragomir22612 жыл бұрын
I noticed he's actually still learning a lot of these languages so his speech is somewhat broken and disjointed but the people he's speaking to are all so happy just to see him try to learn. The main thing just seems to be to try and regardless of whether you're a month into learning or 2 years, people will be happy to see an American speaking their native tongue. Great video.
@matthvng2 жыл бұрын
That's the difference between learning English and other languages. Most English native speakers play deaf or make fun of you if you speak a little wrong but good enough to understand, while any other language we embrace everyone trying to speak our language. At least in my own experience, I had more "fun" and self confidence to talk with natives while learning Spanish and Yorùbá than English.
@peanutbutter73572 жыл бұрын
We have indians at my job who understand english but dont speak any of it so its abit hard understanding them but im extremely patient with tbem because i can break it down enough for them to understand how to still get by at work
@kukunase16862 жыл бұрын
thats how you learn a new language. yes it might be broken but people are willing to help
@baronnucleus4012 жыл бұрын
People just love that you cared enough about their culture to put in the effort to speak to them in their native tongue
@Milktube2 жыл бұрын
That's exactly how Americans feel when someone immigrates and tries to speak English even if they aren't very good at it. Unfortunately most don't even attempt to, they refuse to learn or speak English and *ONLY* speak in their native tongue, refusing to integrate into the culture, and making aspects of civilization incredibly difficult like when we try to provide medical services to someone we then need to have translators on hand for a large variety of languages. I hope newcomers to the country someday meet us halfway by learning our language just like we have already learned theirs.
@kajinsoul8543 Жыл бұрын
I cannot help to smile while he breaks the language barrier between people and seeing smiles all around.
@Soph1492 жыл бұрын
They went from “look at that foreigner” to “you look amazing” 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Love how speaking the same language opens people’s hearts 🥰
@FRENZY3552 жыл бұрын
more like ki$$ing a$$ because they got caught out.
@bounaimhamza47922 жыл бұрын
idk if you missed it but his shirt says "foreigner", otherwise they're in the US, they'll have a busy time pointing out every foreigner.
@anthonyquinn72462 жыл бұрын
And then they flirted with him.
@Gatsun2 жыл бұрын
That’s too far
@endritmurati15812 жыл бұрын
This had me dying😂😂😂😂
@minglillo25662 жыл бұрын
It’s cool how he makes everyone so happy by just speaking their language
@karenwills18072 жыл бұрын
Breaking down the walls…..
@Amy-hz4df2 жыл бұрын
The Haitian Creole clip always fills my heart, there's so much love there
@MediocreTCG2 жыл бұрын
Twi too.
@ahadkas1m2 жыл бұрын
ikr it just makes me so happy
@sicktriggerhands22912 жыл бұрын
Filled my heart with so much joy.
@rasmus2742 жыл бұрын
Yeah, Haitian people are the best, my country have a lot of Haitian immigrants that come here to try to get a better condition for their families, the sad thing is my country treat these persons really really bad, it’s heartbreaking seeing them suffering from all kinds of abuse and it really brings a shame for my country, i wish all of them the best, they do not deserve to pass through the shit they have to deal here…
@alpscarlett88972 жыл бұрын
Yh that got me
@madic15 Жыл бұрын
Everyone is so nice when they find out you speak their language, like giving you food and other items for free, complimenting your will to learn, and overall being very welcoming and accepting. It’s amazing to see. I think no matter the language humans love to connect with each other. Sharing culture is a beautiful thing
@crcsector92 жыл бұрын
Unbelievable how languages are breaking us apart. Your work put into evidence that knowing more languages would help us to bring differences aside. One world, one love!
@rafeo44612 жыл бұрын
That's why the world should speak French.
@env0x2 жыл бұрын
learning a new language isn't just learning a new way to talk, it's learning a new way to think too. they say when you pick up a new language you gain another life, a new perspective on life, and a new way of thinking.
@volioze42052 жыл бұрын
No its not breaking us appart, its the contrary. Dont you see that they are understanding english yet its when you talk the language of their homes that they are happy ? If we all speak and understand one language with no home/parents language, there wouldnt be a happy discover/discussion about the surprise of another knowing your mother language, thats the whole point.
@TheNinjaNiky2 жыл бұрын
It's not really breaking apart. Think of it like the whisper game. Starts out the same as the first person said, but by the end it's completely changed but yet you can see how it became that. That's how language is, while being different, they have the same roots. It's like it changes little by little everywhere you go. If you know Spanish, you'll be able to learn Italian easily, and visa versa. If you know French, you'll be able to learn Creole easy, and visa versa. And all language has hints of Latin in them. It's all connected in someway or another
@Retro32 жыл бұрын
@@rafeo4461 U could say the same thing for every other language bro
@SquattingxBear2 жыл бұрын
This dude is like a world ambassador at this point. How many people can speak this many languages while also having the ability to make everyone he meets have the biggest smile on their face? These uploads genuinely make my day better and I'm grateful someone like Xiaoma exists!
@franciskulchar28772 жыл бұрын
its all fake
@Sober.x.2 жыл бұрын
@@franciskulchar2877 how Lmao
@Danimal_McLeod2 жыл бұрын
You should check out Loushu. Sadly he has passed RIP 🙏. He was an inspiration to alot of the linguists on KZbin.
@wmred2 жыл бұрын
@@Danimal_McLeod that’s tragic. He was very likable. Any idea what happened?!
@spectralmuffin64872 жыл бұрын
Ummm.... Learning a language should not be praised this much
@hazzi11892 жыл бұрын
Makes me miss Laoshu... Because you both go from strangers to friends so fast when talking to these people, bringing good vibes and positivity. Keep on inspiring Xiaoma
@hitmarkerwhattt69212 жыл бұрын
Me too! I always think about him! I love you!
@Makaveli-0202 жыл бұрын
@@hitmarkerwhattt6921 I literally forgot about him. Crazy how fast people move on. I still don't know how he actually died. Media claims it was natural, but his brother says that's bullshit. He said that people killed him and afterwards covered it up Anyways R.I.P to my nigga Laoshu 🙏🏾😥
@xisem2 жыл бұрын
Just the other day I was thinking about him, I miss him too
@jonasvloggar58802 жыл бұрын
Except Laoshu actually learnt the languages and not just some phrases for ordering food like Xiamanyc
@CedarEcho30582 жыл бұрын
@@Makaveli-020 bro had a crazy jealous wife that wanted him out the picture when she realized just how much love he was getting from the outer world. When u have a lot in life women will want to take from u not be with u.
@cabaloflore8754 Жыл бұрын
Man you truly help me with my social anxiety seeing such love and happiness in these reactions its like a balm.
@kylehoopes80522 жыл бұрын
As a person from rural America, this amazes me to see someone be able to connect with so many cultures. I would love to be able to learn another language just to be able to connect. This is literally awesome! Much respect for you brother
@gaucho_amigo2 жыл бұрын
Nothing is stopping you send that shit brother!
@softhelmetdiugh1322 жыл бұрын
Duolingo
@stepceee13422 жыл бұрын
I’ve learned two Languages now, I started when a was 21 / I’m 24 now you can do anything just gotta put you’re mind to it
@Agret2 жыл бұрын
These people all seem to speak decent English though, no reason you can't connect to them by asking about their foods/culture. Language is not everything.
@MarkMarconi2 жыл бұрын
In Germany you have to learn at least english and a different language Like french spanish or russian
@GIGroundNPound2 жыл бұрын
So damned heartwarming to see these types of interactions. Funny how similar we all are isn't it?
@TYRANSISTV Жыл бұрын
exactly man we all human after all
@nedcramdon1306 Жыл бұрын
This is enlightening to say the least. It's great to see these good people from other lands.
@obiwann785 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely! Far more in common than we don't have in common 😊
@james_crawford Жыл бұрын
Also using the language of food works everywhere
@DeffoNotToucan2 жыл бұрын
His Norwegian is so easily understandable, that he can practically just talk like that in Denmark, and he'd be all good there too lmao
@KingsManFHYT2 жыл бұрын
Swedish too
@thor_guldhammer2 жыл бұрын
Tænker præcis det samme 😂
@LuxicCardinal Жыл бұрын
same with sweden too haha
@wm2008 Жыл бұрын
i call it the Nordic mix, it also exists here for the balkan languages, a middle ground
@TrondelagianPatriotsriseup Жыл бұрын
Norwegian truly is the best language to learn.
@Maniaco1612 Жыл бұрын
The poorer the country, the kinder and more caring are the people. One love for all African snd Asian brothers and sisters! You’re the soul of this planet. Greetings from Eastern Europe.
@LocalYoutubeGuide2 жыл бұрын
I’m always frighten to speak a foreign language that I’m trying to learn. But you make it look like the barriers are so low. You are a example for me!
@michab36972 жыл бұрын
You can see him sweat in every video. He's nervous, he just doesn't let it stop him. He knows that people like it when others try to connect with them.
@AndrewGeierMelons2 жыл бұрын
I've never had anyone be rude to me when I speak their language. I'm decently fluent in 6, learning a 7th and could probably communicate in ~9. No one has ever, ever been rude to me about my speaking their languages. Closest I get is French, a native language for me, where I've got an obscure accent that Parisians correct me on all the time, but that's a Canadian thing 🇨🇦
@bounaimhamza47922 жыл бұрын
Learning a language breaks the boundaries with other cultures. Taking the time to learn Urdu or Tamil just to communicate with people generates a lot of respect, I'm always amazed when someone from the sub Saharan countries speak Moroccan dialect.
@lolman94102 жыл бұрын
@@GeoClix ???
@lolman94102 жыл бұрын
@@GeoClix im pretty sure tamil isnt the main language of india lol
@andrewg77792 жыл бұрын
@@lolman9410 yeah the main language in India is Indian
@lolman94102 жыл бұрын
@@andrewg7779 but indian isnt a language, do you mean hindi?
@andrewg77792 жыл бұрын
@@lolman9410 no I mean indian
@khalilahd.2 жыл бұрын
The joy that these people show the minute they hear their language is so beautiful. I can’t wait to do the same with Japanese 🙏🏽
@Those2menoverthere2 жыл бұрын
I'm just beginning my journey with Japanese, I hope I can actually stick with it. I only know some Spanish because of high school.
@kevintjekevin2 жыл бұрын
すごい!僕も日本語を勉強する。あなたのチャンネルをサブスクライブした!🙆🏻♂️
@Pablo_minimal2 жыл бұрын
I am also learning Japanese, so if you know any good online tool or site, please share with me - Thank you
@leggo11392 жыл бұрын
@@kevintjekevin 私も!
@leggo11392 жыл бұрын
@@Pablo_minimal how far are you into learning Japanese? if the original commenter doesn’t reply I can share some sites
@marshamontgomery1990 Жыл бұрын
Amazed at how well traveled and cultured he is, he got friends everywhere too!
@BHF2222 жыл бұрын
I was in Italy this summer and tried my hardest to communicate in Italian and I could see that people appreciated it, even if it was broken as hell. I only spent a couple weeks learning the basics but the doors it opened was incredible. Also, getting out there and speaking to people makes you learn even faster. Respect to this guy and respect to all the people to opening up. This video shows that most people are good people and the world isnt going to shit like the media tells us
@lt.ocelot2 жыл бұрын
It's great to see people have so much dedication to understand a culture. Learning the language is the first and biggest step, and it's awesome seeing people learn! Grazie mille! -An Italian.
@genesislife48852 жыл бұрын
Totally agree. Ciao Dall'Italia. Sei sempre il Benvenuto.
@taopaille-paille49922 жыл бұрын
People are both good and bad, it is just that these situation trigger an instinctive and uncontrollable good reactions from people. It's like if you go see a kid going towards you or trying to communicate with you, you cannot react badly. This is a very interesting human behaviour that crosses all cultures
@Alessandro-ep2ns2 жыл бұрын
Love you brother, fron Rome (IT)
@Chris-jp5zp2 жыл бұрын
Don't you dare try. Lmao.
@AIphyI2 жыл бұрын
I love how no one takes offense to him trying to speak their language even if he can only speak a little of it. No one gets upset they just welcome him and try to teach him more it’s awesome to see Edit: thanks for the likes but why am I getting attacked I was just saying I’m happy to see the world is good.
@RafalKalita2 жыл бұрын
why would you think theyd get upset?
@AIphyI2 жыл бұрын
@@RafalKalita personally I’ve seen people that do, just personally.
@RafalKalita2 жыл бұрын
@@AIphyI Shame on those people.
@jessturner68862 жыл бұрын
@@RafalKalita French people…
@kentakicheeken44712 жыл бұрын
@@jessturner6886 Agreed. Never met a nice French in France.
@iq6422 жыл бұрын
It's unbelievable how you are able to both listen AND communicate in different languages and speak in a semi-casual manner. I had so much fun watching this video
@FatalisReigns2 жыл бұрын
Your videos are proof that people really just want to connect to each other, especially that Haitian guy who gave you the free water, what a cool person
@Suhnik2 жыл бұрын
Every time I’m in a rut with learning Japanese I watch your videos and see people smiling, that keeps me going man :)
@mx.sinistxr2 жыл бұрын
i love seeing the amount of ppl learning japanese here! i’ve been at it for almost 2 years, but had a huge break in motivation. 一緒に頑張りましょう!
@ntrg32482 жыл бұрын
@@mx.sinistxr i just passed the 2 year mark! I remember trying to watch anime or read manga without English and getting frustrated that I couldn't follow what was going on. But the beginner stage is the hardest, and nowadays I can pick up (almost) any Japanese show, manga or game and know 50-80% of the words and easily learn new ones from context! Nowadays I try to encourage the people who are struggling with the language, because I've been there and I know they can do it! 頑張れ!
@Youtubehandle90012 жыл бұрын
@@ntrg3248 you are that far at the 2 year mark??? Is that with subs unavailable/raw games and comics? I am somewhere between jlpt n4 and n3 and i find when i truly isolate english explanations, understanding becomes much harder although i otherwise would be able to do the same as you.
@ntrg32482 жыл бұрын
@@KZbinhandle9001 Immersion is gradual. It gets easier over time as you subconsciously get better at the language. I used to bash my head against the wall not being able to understand enough to follow the story of most manga or anime early on, but somehow it just works and I get better all the time. I occasionally come across a show that's a lot heavier in unknown words than anything before, but usually it's because it's on a topic I havent explored in Japanese yet so usually it's a free vocabulary boost.
@Youtubehandle90012 жыл бұрын
@@ntrg3248 but in 2 years? This seems inhuman. As i said, im somewhere between n4 and n3 and still the vast majority of works become very difficult when ALL english links are removed. It would make a hell of a lot of sense if you practiced or if you are at n2 proficiency, but that seems pretty damn fast for the timeframe. Also just for context, anime and videos are generally ok. Manga and writing is not because of the huuge kanji limitation since i only know about 200-300
@grilledcheesesquarebody2 жыл бұрын
wow, this is humanity. dedicating yourself to your craft, then going outside and implementing it into reality. the reactions you receive are justification that we all truly aspire to be incredible, together. nothing separates us but time and fear
@Chiefskingdom58 Жыл бұрын
Traveled a lot and always try to speak the language even if only a few words. The locals generally are excited that you are making the effort to learn their language and culture… which for me makes traveling more intimate and enjoyable. Learning enough vocabulary and grammar rules to be able to have even a basic conversation is difficult, your ability to speak at the levels you do in so many different languages after only a few weeks is amazing.
@aidanbogner28392 жыл бұрын
This guy always amazes me, I only speak English and I find it hard to even fathom how someone can become fluent enough in so many languages to have such great conversations with native speakers. It's so impressive
@tupacshakur58682 жыл бұрын
when you willing to learn then you are able to communicate well after just a couple of weeks.
@deckzone30002 жыл бұрын
@Tupac Shakur 😅 Weeks, you mean years.
@dsat19082 жыл бұрын
Same here, he's amazing. My X-GF was Chinese and she struggled to learn English (she had been in the US for 3 years when I met her). I helped her with her English but I found Chinese to be way too complicated. I FAILED!
@beanbeaner11052 жыл бұрын
Seriously Dude. There needs to be more people like you in this world. You've made every single person in this video so very happy. You've given them a good laugh, been so polite and brought a smile to their faces. Even helping them out with there food stalls by ordering and saying to keep the change. You Sir are a top guy. 👏 Keep doing what you're doing 🙏✌️
@nunyabusiness52752 жыл бұрын
Orrrr, we could all just speak English
@Slydamiser2 жыл бұрын
why tho, its not the most spoken language in the world, statistically and from a pragmatic standpoint you would just speak mandarin
@nunyabusiness52752 жыл бұрын
@@Slydamiser every airport traffic controller needs to speak english, as does every pilot. That should tell you something
@sadgfasdg5422 жыл бұрын
Yeah, why not get rid of all the cultural differences which makes this world so much more interesting. What a simplistic and depressing world view. @bean beaner learning a language opens you so many doors..this dude is gifted and im jealous because I m very slow at learning other languages...
@nananasa19242 жыл бұрын
@@Slydamiser And also maybe just because english is most easiest language to learn... Its so much more easier to learn english than mandarin I think..
@AllenS822 жыл бұрын
The smile that he puts on everyone’s face. He memory and speed on learning is crazy.
@oasisfullfilled7617 Жыл бұрын
When you speak someone language it really opens the door because its like you are a friend. This is so beautiful
@drunkenmonkey_le56972 жыл бұрын
I love that line. “you know you’ve made it when you get food for free.” That Chinese drive thru I think was one of the best reactions in this vid.
@nite30182 жыл бұрын
beyond wholesome.. they were so happy about u trying to learn their language that they gave you free stuff, that's love
@megxmarie.kalani2 жыл бұрын
The smile that come to their faces when he starts speaking their language is so fulfilling & heart warming 🥹☺️
@omennemo8844 Жыл бұрын
OMG. that is so awesome. Speaking to someone in their native tongue can bring us closer. People like it. This is so pleasant to watch. 5.54 million subs and 5.9 million views show us what attracts people of all nationalities. We are not so different from each other when it comes to giving respect and friendship. I'm so glad I found this channel.
@rosesforviolets2 жыл бұрын
i love you dude. your respect and willingness to dedicate your time to learning about others is honestly so rare and beautiful. my favorite is watching these compilations, and seeing the happy reactions of people who don't often hear their native languages anymore.
@michelepuente2 жыл бұрын
There's a polyglot, and then there's Ari.... you are amazing, and I love how you honor these cultures by learning their languages. The true joy you bring those (who came here and had to struggle to learn English) when you speak in their native tongues is incredible. Love your videos :D
@thog76532 жыл бұрын
continuing laoshus legacy
@MikeLaRock882 жыл бұрын
Its crazy how the awkward tension immediately changes to curiosity and interest when he starts speaking their language. I would've never guessed how powerful this is, but it makes sense. Its shows he really appreciates their whole culture, especially being an American where he doesn't have to learn the language.
@rachelreine Жыл бұрын
I'm so envious of your ability to learn other languages. It's simply beautiful how humans just light up and become so welcoming once the language barrier is crossed.
@TheItFactorMMA2 жыл бұрын
It is amazing watching how they open up once they realize you speak the language. Really illustrates how dissolvable cultural barriers are when communication is easy.
@williamdean4775 Жыл бұрын
This dude is killing it. Its awesome to see him interact. It should be mandatory in American education for people to learn at least 2 other languages besides english. It would open so many people up.
@kidgoku2206 Жыл бұрын
It's mandatory in NC to take a Spanish Class, if you want to go to College
@samanthaecker9502 Жыл бұрын
It’s also fantastic for brain development
@CallMeCornhub Жыл бұрын
@@kidgoku2206 yea that’s every state bud but the difference is in other countries they start learning English (sometimes other languages) in middle schools and even elementary school. I also had go to take Spanish in California but it was only 2 years. I now live in japan and I speak Japanese at a N4 level. I believe we should be required to start learning another language during middle school!
@takasu9246 Жыл бұрын
@@kidgoku2206 Americans always say that they have to speak Spanish but then why does the majority not speak it? I know 1 non latin American that can speak Spanish
@noahs.627 Жыл бұрын
@@takasu9246 you only need to take 2 semesters of foreign language for university, and that's 1 class per semester so it's not that much time to learn
@scottgarvie76942 жыл бұрын
This guy has a gifted ability to learn languages. It’s just like everyone is better at different subjects but this guy is incredible at languages.
@mario_gabriel2 жыл бұрын
At this point he has mastered learning new languages, I don't think it's a gift, it's more about dedication and actually wanting to do it, and after learning so many languages you kinda improve your ability to learn even more.
@TherapyGel2 жыл бұрын
@@mario_gabriel Definitely takes a ton of work and dedication to learn it. Especially since he only started learning other languages when he was already 18. The older you are the harder it is. Massive props to him.
@emac5432 жыл бұрын
@@mario_gabriel It's a gift. He has an amazing memory. It's one thing to know basic words, it's another to understand and converse. I'm sure his memory is great, and he could do well in about any school subject that depends on memory.
@mario_gabriel2 жыл бұрын
@@emac543 you'd be surprised how good your memory is if you practice something everyday with dedication, I think a lot of people just limit themselves thinking that someone else did it because he has a gift, and that applies to everything not just learning new languages. Besides, people always think it's impossible to learn something that seems complicated when they know nothing about it, but when they actually learn it they understand it wasn't that big of a deal.
@emac5432 жыл бұрын
@@mario_gabriel I've had to memorize a lot. I simply have a mediocre memory. There is absolutely no way I could do what this guy is doing. I was naturally athletic when i ws younger, competition was fun for me. My uncoordinated sibling, not so much. Learning languages is similar. This guy is drawn to learning multiple languages because its easy for him. I'm glad for him, I'd do the same if I could. Ive certainly worked at languages. Im a very hard worker, but my memory could never hold a candle to this guys. I know because I've spent hours memorizing things. My guess is that you are blessed with a good memory or are optimistic. The playing field isn't level. We all have different abilities.
@wheelchazeal80898 ай бұрын
There something truly magical about how people light up when they realize he can truly communicate with them. I love the initial confusion as well.
@MrPonytron2 жыл бұрын
It's so cool seeing people get super surprised when you speak their language. One day, I wanna be really good at Japanese and visit Japan. You're an inspiration
@IAmKnightsDawn2 жыл бұрын
頑張りましょう。
@oxocube50002 жыл бұрын
You can do anything you put your mind to. I thought I would give up studying Japanese after a week. That was 2 years ago.
@oxocube50002 жыл бұрын
@tenchu I'm still not fluent, but im definitely well on my way. I'm working towards my JLPT N3 qualification for the test next July (I can't take N4 in December this year so I'm just gonna skip it and go to N3). I'm quite self-critical but I'd place myself in the frustrating section where I'm well above beginner but slightly below conversational
@themezorcist2 жыл бұрын
when you speak the native language to someone, you speak to their heart.. I absolutley loved every minute of this video and couldnt get enough
@zeeee9852 жыл бұрын
I love how you treat everyone the same with respect and love regardless of there skin color or nationality. Really cool to see the world needs more vidoes like this
@kennyphelps11602 жыл бұрын
That’s because this is true diversity of culture not of skin color which is why is it important to keep each country as it is when I go to Japan I want to experience Japanese culture so on and so forth
@Yesnog05 Жыл бұрын
I am just in awe in how many languages he learned with the amount of time he has! I'm fluent in English, Japanese, Tagalog, and Illocano (northern Philippine dialect) and I struggle to learn 5th language! And it warms my heart to see the local patrons hook him up for free just speaking their language.
@codygameing47292 жыл бұрын
The fact this dude is able to learn so many languages and my brain can't even retain a couple words of Spanish is absolutely astounding. If he can learn all these I can at least learn 1 other language 😂
@Samuel-ex1yi2 жыл бұрын
😂
@RR-et6zp2 жыл бұрын
Learn one more and you’ll see others aren’t hard. Set an axiomatic base and reason up
@pucie_boi2 жыл бұрын
Learning the first is the hardest
@reno84942 жыл бұрын
Well it's honestly not that hard for those who grew up learning more than one language. For my case, I learned two at school as most people my age would mix them while talking to each other , one at home thanks to a foreign parent, and English later on because I read lots of English books. You can start by taking baby steps , and always do practice speaking it with natives in order to improve ( if you can do that, which is achievable in this day and age thanks to all social platforms). It'll be hard at first and you might feel like quitting, but what makes a difference is seeing it through. You don't have to learn it as fast as this dude , it's all about your own pace. Nothing to be ashamed of if it takes you a while to reach a certain point. Good luck :)
@compulsiveconsumption2 жыл бұрын
no you cant ^^
@DoppoBiggestFan2 жыл бұрын
This guy a definition for, “The child your Asian parent needs”, someone that speak their language well 🙂 I can speak my parents language which is Vietnamese, but clearly I suck. I can understand their conversation a little bit. But I know when they trash talk 😗✌️, don’t start with me mom, I know you trash talkin. Don’t even lie 🤭
@flannelsone11592 жыл бұрын
There's time where chinese parents said how their child should speak like him lol
@ibrahim-sj2cr2 жыл бұрын
Trust me theres wisdom in your husband/wife not speaking your families language. youre off the hook for all the family politics
@starstenaal5272 жыл бұрын
But why only 18 languages? 20 is good.
@veannegilchrist99252 жыл бұрын
🤣
@skydragon842 жыл бұрын
I bet his wife's parents were like 0.0 when he spoke Chinese to them.
@CrStrifey2 жыл бұрын
This channel is so wholesome and entertaining. It's amazing how barriers break down the instant two human beings realize they can verbally communicate with each other.
@Spaded8 Жыл бұрын
7:05 so wholesome man. “Nice to see you, man!” When he speaks his native language
@ntrg32482 жыл бұрын
the African people especially get super friendly when they hear someone speaking their language, and you can really tell xiaoma made their day! The Nigeria video where he spoke Yoruba is still my favourite! I loved the reactions!
@prodmelodic2 жыл бұрын
yeah because they cant talk shit about u anymore 😂
@anms_brk2 жыл бұрын
I think it's the fact that a lot of immigrants keep to themselves, and seeing a native of their new country speaking their home language out of interest and curiosity lets them lower their defenses, and engage on a familiar level.
@ntrg32482 жыл бұрын
@@anms_brk That's probably true
@OscarG7872 жыл бұрын
Love this guy! He’s so accepting in learning languages and cultures. Dudes brilliant.
@Dachdogoriginal2 жыл бұрын
I love this. You dignify people when you try to speak even a little bit if their language. Especially if they're far from their original country. But even if they're born a raised in the country you're in, it is nice to hear someone try.
@Jvzz_ Жыл бұрын
I love how genuinely happy people get when u speak their language, it’s so sweet
@Caballeroshot2 жыл бұрын
Its the simplest things in life that make people feel like they matter. The simplest action of learning to communicate with one another in our native tongue is truly a gift worth pursuing. Much respect for you trying such difficult languages and being so respectful of these cultures.
@thecooljohn1002 жыл бұрын
It's just beautiful to see how when people notice that you are trying, and that you respect them and their language they just open up completely to you. It just goes to show that strangers only need the smallest of similarities to get along. When you focus on the similarities instead of the differences, it's easy to come together.
@karenwills18072 жыл бұрын
It works both ways. Im a beach Floridian. We are inundated with international visitors and as i met people, I would help them with their English. People are so appreciative and i made a lot of interesting friends that way. If we all learned to communicate with one another the world would be wonderful.
@robertodiaz67862 жыл бұрын
This makes my heart full, everyone come together and seeing the joy in these people's faces because you speak their native language. It's beautiful.
@sharp8446 Жыл бұрын
The absolute joy all of the people show is wonderful! I wish I had his gift. It is so good seeing something that brings people together. The responses across the board were so completely welcoming. Beautiful people are still out there!
@TheBigs6542 жыл бұрын
This channel inspires me so much to learn new languages, xiaoma is so fascinating to watch! Love from the UK 🇬🇧
@icanfartloud2 жыл бұрын
You type English well, what language us spoken in UK, Russian?
@BigDymz2 жыл бұрын
@@icanfartloud We speak Traditional English, the US speak Simplified English 🤭
@MaxV_GC2 жыл бұрын
@@BigDymz what about Canada?
@BigDymz2 жыл бұрын
@@MaxV_GC Need I say more?
@guytansbariva22952 жыл бұрын
@@icanfartloud No, it's not Russian yet. Although Pootin Putin would probably like it to be. But he's having trouble getting his "invasion" up. Viva Unkraine! 🇺🇦👏
@myspacetube2 жыл бұрын
Imagine we could bottle how you feel when watching the interactions/reactions in all his videos and get the whole world to drink it. Be like an antidote for the worlds problems. Its just beautiful to watch.
@zahabi_twitch2 жыл бұрын
Every time i watch you i smile from ear to ear. Beautiful stuff my friend. Keep connecting the world together by breaking down barriers.
@donttalktome-imacat2106 Жыл бұрын
watching how happy you make the people you speak with brings a tear.
@eldangeroso682 жыл бұрын
I love how people seem so pleased when he starts speaking to them in their native tongue.
@oscarscholten20592 жыл бұрын
a little effort at speaking a different language does so many good to people. I have been learning sign language for a few years now because i have a deaf working partner, its a rare language among hearing people and almost nobody at work speaks it(apart from his brother and 1 other guy just a little). It made him so happy i do my best to learn how to communicate with him. I can say anything i want, he can tell me anything and i will understand. but when he and his brother talk, i just cant keep up 90% of the time X'D.
@nyandoesthings2 жыл бұрын
My cousin's grandma, who has always treated me as her grandchild too, is from Puerto Rico. Whenever I speak Spanish with her, even though I'm not very good, it makes her really happy.
@xmiikoz Жыл бұрын
That’s so nice!
@julieheinemann76542 жыл бұрын
Xiaoma- you brighten this entire world with your love of languages and communication with people and their cultures. You inspire me. Sending love your way...
@gleasonhughes2022 жыл бұрын
So cute, how was your day?
@davidmayman4948 Жыл бұрын
Love watching this young man, what a talent he has, and the respect he gains from the people he talks to is brilliant. Love his videos.
@tyler-sz9uk2 жыл бұрын
no matter how long it takes me to find your videos again and again it always brings the biggest smile on my face. the look on every different persons face shows how just a little care in their culture brings so much joy to their day. i wish i had the patience and love to learn as many languages as you do. you are a joy to the world my friend.
@AndrewGeierMelons2 жыл бұрын
I am a polyglot - I am on my 7th language - but I am impressed by your dedication to learning under-appreciated languages. Compared to Spanish, Tagalog, Twi, Urdu, etc are so much harder because there are fewer resources online... Fewer Ghanaian TV shows to watch, for example. Spanish, Portuguese, etc, it's all easy to learn in comparison to Twi for example
@fsinjin60 Жыл бұрын
Urdu is useful if you can catch Hindi in the same class. They are orally the same language but Urdu is written in Arabic script and Hindi is written with Sanskrit but is often transliterated to Latin characters.
@бронза.вафля.конус Жыл бұрын
@@fsinjin60I was so confused the first time I heard Urdu. I was like "isn't this Hindi?" I don't speak either language, but I recognise a lot of words
@GamergaidenX2 жыл бұрын
When I learned Korean and lived on peninsula as a linguist, it was always such a joy to see their faces light up when I spoke Korean. You learn the language, even a little bit, you learn the culture and show respect to people when you’re in their country, and they will respect you in turn. I got discounts, free food, or special off menu items that were delicious, and just all around much better experience. It always pays to take the time to appreciate the country you’re a guest in or the cultures you’re sharing. I was told I have a strong 백인 사투리 however😅 I always took it in stride and we shared a good laugh.
@User-nv5lb2 жыл бұрын
Bing bong?
@juhbulis559 Жыл бұрын
I'm in my early twenties, and currently not many things give me hope. Your videos give me hope man. I don't know why but they make me feel like one day everything's gonna be good. Hope you are well
@goldenwither1014 Жыл бұрын
Dude I hope it’s more than just the language speakers commenting on this video, the people you speak to light up when you speak, you learn it well enough to hold a conversation with them and make them feel welcome and accepted and it gives me (a single language speaker that really only knows curse words in Spanish learned from a job in HS) it gives me a warm fuzzy feeling in my chest that makes me wanna extend my understanding of those around me and understand people to a greater degree
@Milfaces10002 жыл бұрын
I'm a Brazilian learning english and seen you just inspire me! It's amazing to talk another languages, even more the tough one's. I don't now how do you learn that fast, but continue with the great work.
@jaycarden54662 жыл бұрын
Everyone is so happy when they hear you speak their native language
@chucker6252 жыл бұрын
This guy is proof that a person can 'reactivate' the language learning part of the brain. Truly fun to watch.
@Quest7442 Жыл бұрын
I really enjoy your content because it's just so wholesome. You like learning and that awesome. But, taking the time to learn someones native language to communicate with them just shows the up most respect and that you care. keep doing what you do man
@reviewmystuff17852 жыл бұрын
This video made me smile and realize I speak all of these languages too. A smile works no matter where you go!!! Great show
@jasminteeh24042 жыл бұрын
I didn't know that a video about speaking so many beautiful languages could move me so much! Thank you for your work and for what you're doing! You're restoring my faith in human kindness!! Love from Germany💛
@shyeahright2 жыл бұрын
It always touches my heart when people tell you they’re your new friends and/or something is on the house. Food and music are universal languages, and in many places gifting food or drink is showing how truly welcome you are. Keep up the great work! Give Tongan a try sometime! 😉
@gouravtalwar8499 Жыл бұрын
This man in 5:10 telling something so wisely. ~ we all need somebody. Today is my turn to helping you, someday it will be your turn to help someone.~
@jerrodravid53712 жыл бұрын
I started watching your videos because I thought it was really cool how well you can speak Chinese dialects. Then after a couple years I watch your videos simply because I love watching all of these people appreciate that you’ve taken the time to dive into their cultures enough to learn even a few words. I hope one day I can become as generous as you are. Maybe not through language but in another way.
@juggnfinesse2 жыл бұрын
This is so much more than just speaking in other peoples language. Its eye opening for them, mind opening, and somewhat relieving. The amount of sheer discipline it must take you to learn all these languages, i have the utmost respect for you sir.
@pandzy17162 жыл бұрын
being a norwegian myself it is super entertaining to see you learning my mother tongue, great job. Truly
@lasertaco14522 жыл бұрын
Yeah, for two weeks learning that was pretty damn good.
@vZinister Жыл бұрын
I always thought I was great at learning languages when it took me a month or two to get to basic conversation but this guy does it in 2 weeks. Watching this kinda makes me want to start learning new languages again.
@efemdesign2 жыл бұрын
Ive seen soo many of your videos over the years now, I know the pattern BUT I love that first reaction from people when they hear you. It cracks me up and really gets me laughing hard at home, it brings me joy and makes me happy I love your work
@jadasantatv61012 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Ari I started to learn Spanish because of watching your videos I’m 7 months in and I have really improved a lot. I’m trying to better myself everyday with practice. But your videos are the true inspiration for me to kickstart the process
@robbeyroad22 жыл бұрын
How cool! As a Frenchman, I find it very interesting to hear some haitian creole, because some parts sound a lot like French.
@projecthoneycomb29142 жыл бұрын
It's actually really interesting. Haitian creole is based on French so it uses many of the same words, in a similar way to Jamaican Patois being based on English. (If memory serves) I am sure a local can explain better than myself.
@aculpepper44052 жыл бұрын
I’m not from Haiti, but I’m Caribbean, Haiti was once colonized by France so the language is French based but has a lot of African influence, making it creole/broken French.
@aculpepper44052 жыл бұрын
I’m from Guyana where we speak English Creole, the language actually comes from Slaves and Indian indentured labourers having to learn English to communicate well with English overseers, so the mix between English and African/Indian dialect formed English creole, the concept is the same/similar for most if not all Caribbean countries.
@oasisfullfilled7617 Жыл бұрын
Haitian Creole is French Patois. It is mix with French, African Language, and the indians on the island