Surprising Strangers by Speaking Their Language, Part 2

[@xiaomanyc]

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[@foarest]

dang, how many languages do you know

[@omennemo8844]

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]

Seems like you can't speak Nepali

[@ElliotSterk]

Can you share which restaurants you went to? I’d love to try the Gujarati place

[@giorgifruidze9705]

you should learn some Georgian(ქართული) ,it would be very interesting .

[@TheRealBlkBuchona]

The Haitian people in the shop warmed my heart. “Today might be your day, tomorrow might be mine” pay it forward❤️‍🔥

[@fim322]

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_]

Today you... Tomorrow me

[@InvertedFreeSolo]

It literally made me tear up. We all have so much more in common than we seem to realize.

[@draagax]

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]

Yea I'm haitain

[@blazesmooth5573]

The Ghanian ladies were so nice and exited for a local to speak their language it was such a nice interaction

[@dansgroi1472]

Excited. Lol.

[@angel-nf5ix]

@@dansgroi1472 girl it’s not a spelling bee you know what they meant u missed the point

[@dansgroi1472]

@@angel-nf5ix couldn't help myself. Lol

[@angel-nf5ix]

@@dansgroi1472 smh 😭

[@Heroo01]

@@angel-nf5ix The people in the video also correct Ari. It's about learning and getting better, not pedantics

[@Wilbur.Mallon]

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

[@sabacrown6695]

It’s a sign of respect

[@Wilbur.Mallon]

@CRISTO È RISORTO! 🔥 (CHRIST IS RISEN) 1st of all, bro what. 2nd of all, preciate it but no

[@badvibes2475]

nice video

[@sharkscanplay2890]

And then you have English speakers who just insult those learning to speak English 🤣

[@squishy8853]

@@Wilbur.Mallon wow, that was...really respectful XD. I didn't expect that when I first saw their comment

[@eugenelee8673]

This man brings smiles around the world. This is cultural appreciation at its finest.

[@Feroal2]

Well said!

[@jayman021187]

I like how it doesn't matter the culture, the ladies with the momma vibes always trying to feed you up 😂

[@knottchu6159]

Lesson I’m learning-> Learn other languages. Meet nice people. Get free food sometimes.

[@Pyxe_ZA]

That's what I commented. No cultural experience is complete without the food initiation 😅

[@wild4509]

@@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

[@bigstv15]

@@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!

[@chickbowdrie4750]

I love my momma, she does the same thing

[@xopheliaimmortalx7584]

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.

[@squirrelgray945]

The world need's the current population of him. Sure be hard to start a war.

[@keatonhatch6213]

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.

[@Ttookie]

To Accept what exactly? To accept that white people were ex slave owners to all these cultures 👍

[@teauny]

We all just need to learn to speak all language

[@flappybird9327]

@@teauny yes i wish there wasn’t so many languages going extinct like animere 😭😭

[@sanrasuzumaki942]

People become more friendly when you speak their language, who would have thought? Honestly I love these videos.

[@Portrait-in-Black]

@John Creley Very nice sentiment. 👍🏼

[@jerryboics9550]

English speakers feel the same way

[@vOID-fh1qt]

@@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]

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]

@@vOID-fh1qt Uhh it depends on where you go, english speakers get the same in places that english isn't the native language.

[@AzzyGG]

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

[@muircatcattius9223]

thats awesome!

[@vert2552]

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.

[@PatstarDeluxe]

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!

[@bcooke1000]

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_Ocana]

@@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

[@bcooke1000]

@@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_Ocana]

@@bcooke1000 yes I am now polytheistic and believe in many Gods controlling certain parts of the world like the sky, sea, nature, etc

[@PvtPyle-tj6xx]

@@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)

[@sanguineskull]

I'm struggling to learn a second language and this man's running around speaking everything.

[@11037_kuwata]

same fr im struggling w japanese and this guy knows like every language 😭😭

[@kadne9422]

the more languages you learn the easier it gets

[@pilsplease7561]

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

[@RushilDhar]

I speak 4 langs fluently lmao and around 10 non-fluently

[@STOCKHOLM07]

I know, right? Here I am on my third attempt at Rosetta Stone Spanish.

[@SwaggLikeYazz]

I love how friendly people become when you speak their language. Giving him free stuff off of the strength that he appreciates their culture.

[@kchmyy]

Imagine, the whole world use single language.

[@omniowl3515]

@@kchmyy I think if everyone learned minionese we’d be a happier world.

[@Hernandez131]

@@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

[@em1ownerify]

@@kchmyy me no use language different

[@abdullahsaidgul8005]

@@em1ownerify boorger King or Mk Doonal make betta boorgers

[@williamdean4775]

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]

It's mandatory in NC to take a Spanish Class, if you want to go to College

[@samanthaecker9502]

It’s also fantastic for brain development

[@CallMeCornhub]

@@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]

​@@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]

​@@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

[@Soph149]

They went from “look at that foreigner” to “you look amazing” 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Love how speaking the same language opens people’s hearts 🥰

[@FRENZY355]

more like ki$$ing a$$ because they got caught out.

[@bounaimhamza4792]

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.

[@anthonyquinn7246]

And then they flirted with him.

[@Gatsun]

That’s too far

[@endritmurati1581]

This had me dying😂😂😂😂

[@psychedelicricoconut374]

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]

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-d5d]

@@gordonliu3972 was hard to miss!

[@kenhasibar2624]

Or it's 102• in NY, and he's wearing a sweatshirt.

[@aprilpatterson8449]

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.]

Exactly. I can’t wait to do the same in Japanese

[@thegooner1102]

^What she said 💯

[@ajlaritson5834]

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

[@nerdygeekyart]

Why did I tear up reading this? 😅

[@nerdygeekyart]

@@khalilahd. I'm trying to learn Japanese as well!

[@abcdefgcdefg5178]

I love how passionate they get when they see someone take an interest in their culture, truly an amazing way to connect with people

[@minglillo2566]

It’s cool how he makes everyone so happy by just speaking their language

[@karenwills1807]

Breaking down the walls…..

[@matthewdragomir2261]

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.

[@matthvng]

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.

[@peanutbutter7357]

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

[@kukunase1686]

thats how you learn a new language. yes it might be broken but people are willing to help

[@baronnucleus401]

People just love that you cared enough about their culture to put in the effort to speak to them in their native tongue

[@Milktube]

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.

[@SquattingxBear]

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!

[@franciskulchar2877]

its all fake

[@Sober.x.]

@@franciskulchar2877 how Lmao

[@Danimal_McLeod]

You should check out Loushu. Sadly he has passed RIP 🙏. He was an inspiration to alot of the linguists on KZbin.

[@wmred]

@@Danimal_McLeod that’s tragic. He was very likable. Any idea what happened?!

[@spectralmuffin6487]

Ummm.... Learning a language should not be praised this much

[@kajinsoul8543]

I cannot help to smile while he breaks the language barrier between people and seeing smiles all around.

[@crcsector9]

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!

[@rafeo4461]

That's why the world should speak French.

[@env0x]

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.

[@volioze4205]

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.

[@TheNinjaNiky]

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

[@Retro3]

@@rafeo4461 U could say the same thing for every other language bro

[@Amy-hz4df]

The Haitian Creole clip always fills my heart, there's so much love there

[@MediocreTCG]

Twi too.

[@ahadkas1m]

ikr it just makes me so happy

[@sicktriggerhands2291]

Filled my heart with so much joy.

[@rasmus274]

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…

[@alpscarlett8897]

Yh that got me

[@kylehoopes8052]

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_amigo]

Nothing is stopping you send that shit brother!

[@softhelmetdiugh132]

Duolingo

[@stepceee1342]

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

[@Agret]

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.

[@MarkMarconi]

In Germany you have to learn at least english and a different language Like french spanish or russian

[@Maniaco1612]

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.

[@hazzi1189]

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

[@hitmarkerwhattt6921]

Me too! I always think about him! I love you!

[@Makaveli-020]

@@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 🙏🏾😥

[@xisem]

Just the other day I was thinking about him, I miss him too

[@jonasvloggar5880]

Except Laoshu actually learnt the languages and not just some phrases for ordering food like Xiamanyc

[@CedarEcho3058]

@@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.

[@khalilahd.]

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 🙏🏽

[@Those2menoverthere]

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.

[@kevintjekevin]

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_minimal]

I am also learning Japanese, so if you know any good online tool or site, please share with me - Thank you

[@leggo1139]

@@kevintjekevin 私も！

[@leggo1139]

@@Pablo_minimal how far are you into learning Japanese? if the original commenter doesn’t reply I can share some sites

[@LocalYoutubeGuide]

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!

[@michab3697]

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.

[@AndrewGeierMelons]

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 🇨🇦

[@madic15]

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

[@GIGroundNPound]

So damned heartwarming to see these types of interactions. Funny how similar we all are isn't it?

[@TYRANSISTV]

exactly man we all human after all

[@nedcramdon1306]

This is enlightening to say the least. It's great to see these good people from other lands.

[@obiwann785]

Absolutely! Far more in common than we don't have in common 😊

[@james_crawford]

Also using the language of food works everywhere

[@bounaimhamza4792]

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.

[@lolman9410]

@@GeoClix ???

[@lolman9410]

@@GeoClix im pretty sure tamil isnt the main language of india lol

[@andrewg7779]

@@lolman9410 yeah the main language in India is Indian

[@lolman9410]

@@andrewg7779 but indian isnt a language, do you mean hindi?

[@andrewg7779]

@@lolman9410 no I mean indian

[@iq642]

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

[@cabaloflore8754]

Man you truly help me with my social anxiety seeing such love and happiness in these reactions its like a balm.

[@BastianHyldahlFilms]

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.ocelot]

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.

[@genesislife4885]

Totally agree. Ciao Dall'Italia. Sei sempre il Benvenuto.

[@taopaille-paille4992]

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-ep2ns]

Love you brother, fron Rome (IT)

[@Chris-jp5zp]

Don't you dare try. Lmao.

[@AIphyI]

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.

[@RafalKalita]

why would you think theyd get upset?

[@AIphyI]

@@RafalKalita personally I’ve seen people that do, just personally.

[@RafalKalita]

@@AIphyI Shame on those people.

[@jessturner6886]

@@RafalKalita French people…

[@kentakicheeken4471]

@@jessturner6886 Agreed. Never met a nice French in France.

[@FatalisReigns]

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

[@DarkJarris]

this has to be the most wholesome channel on youtube. I've been smiling so much at this my cheeks actually ache

[@DeffoNotToucan]

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

[@KingsManFHYT]

Swedish too

[@thor_guldhammer]

Tænker præcis det samme 😂

[@LuxicCardinal]

same with sweden too haha

[@wm2008]

i call it the Nordic mix, it also exists here for the balkan languages, a middle ground

[@TrondelagianPatriotsriseup]

Norwegian truly is the best language to learn.

[@megxmarie.kalani]

The smile that come to their faces when he starts speaking their language is so fulfilling & heart warming 🥹☺️

[@MikeLaRock88]

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.

[@marshamontgomery1990]

Amazed at how well traveled and cultured he is, he got friends everywhere too!

[@aidanbogner2839]

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

[@tupacshakur5868]

when you willing to learn then you are able to communicate well after just a couple of weeks.

[@deckzone3000]

@Tupac Shakur 😅 Weeks, you mean years.

[@dsat1908]

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!

[@drunkenmonkey_le5697]

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.

[@beanbeaner1105]

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 🙏✌️

[@nunyabusiness5275]

Orrrr, we could all just speak English

[@Slydamiser]

why tho, its not the most spoken language in the world, statistically and from a pragmatic standpoint you would just speak mandarin

[@nunyabusiness5275]

@@Slydamiser every airport traffic controller needs to speak english, as does every pilot. That should tell you something

[@sadgfasdg542]

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...

[@nananasa1924]

@@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..

[@wheelchazeal8089]

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.

[@DoppoBiggestFan]

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 🤭

[@flannelsone1159]

There's time where chinese parents said how their child should speak like him lol

[@ibrahim-sj2cr]

Trust me theres wisdom in your husband/wife not speaking your families language. youre off the hook for all the family politics

[@starstenaal527]

But why only 18 languages? 20 is good.

[@veannegilchrist9925]

🤣

[@skydragon84]

I bet his wife's parents were like 0.0 when he spoke Chinese to them.

[@AllenS82]

The smile that he puts on everyone’s face. He memory and speed on learning is crazy.

[@grilledcheesesquarebody]

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

[@oasisfullfilled7617]

When you speak someone language it really opens the door because its like you are a friend. This is so beautiful

[@Suhnik]

Every time I’m in a rut with learning Japanese I watch your videos and see people smiling, that keeps me going man :)

[@mx.sinistxr]

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！

[@ntrg3248]

@@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!

[@isntmypfpbeautiful5350]

@@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.

[@ntrg3248]

@@isntmypfpbeautiful5350 Immersion is gradual. It gets easier over time as you subconsciously get better at the language. I used to bash my head against the wall not being able to understand enough to follow the story of most manga or anime early on, but somehow it just works and I get better all the time. I occasionally come across a show that's a lot heavier in unknown words than anything before, but usually it's because it's on a topic I havent explored in Japanese yet so usually it's a free vocabulary boost.

[@isntmypfpbeautiful5350]

@@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

[@TheItFactorMMA]

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.

[@michelepuente]

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

[@thog7653]

continuing laoshus legacy

[@Yesnog05]

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.

[@nite3018]

beyond wholesome.. they were so happy about u trying to learn their language that they gave you free stuff, that's love

[@scottgarvie7694]

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_gabriel]

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.

[@TherapyGel]

@@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.

[@emac543]

@@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_gabriel]

@@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.

[@emac543]

@@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.

[@MrPonytron]

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

[@IAmKnightsDawn]

頑張りましょう。

[@oxocube5000]

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.

[@oxocube5000]

@@tenchu3770 I'm still not fluent, but im definitely well on my way. I'm working towards my JLPT N3 qualification for the test next July (I can't take N4 in December this year so I'm just gonna skip it and go to N3). I'm quite self-critical but I'd place myself in the frustrating section where I'm well above beginner but slightly below conversational

[@rachelreine]

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.

[@themezorcist]

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

[@chucker625]

This guy is proof that a person can 'reactivate' the language learning part of the brain. Truly fun to watch.

[@rosesforviolets]

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.

[@Jvzz_]

I love how genuinely happy people get when u speak their language, it’s so sweet

[@eldangeroso68]

I love how people seem so pleased when he starts speaking to them in their native tongue.

[@codygameing4729]

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-ex1yi]

😂

[@RR-et6zp]

Learn one more and you’ll see others aren’t hard. Set an axiomatic base and reason up

[@pucie_boi]

Learning the first is the hardest

[@reno8494]

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 :)

[@compulsiveconsumption]

no you cant ^^

[@thecooljohn100]

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.

[@karenwills1807]

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.

[@donttalktome-imacat2106]

watching how happy you make the people you speak with brings a tear.

[@jaycarden5466]

Everyone is so happy when they hear you speak their native language

[@Caballeroshot]

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.

[@Dachdogoriginal]

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.

[@papje]

So nice to see people turn 180° when you speak to them in the native language, everyone can appreciate it

[@zeeee985]

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

[@kennyphelps1160]

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

[@OscarG787]

Love this guy! He’s so accepting in learning languages and cultures. Dudes brilliant.

[@ntrg3248]

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!

[@prodmelodic]

yeah because they cant talk shit about u anymore 😂

[@anms_brk]

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.

[@ntrg3248]

@@anms_brk That's probably true

[@Chiefskingdom58]

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.

[@CrStrifey]

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.

[@24DaniS24]

When it comes to learning a language, I personally feel that the pronunciation is at LEAST 70% of the battle and importance. If you only know 20 words but sound completely fluent, you’re on a path to mastery. Personally I used to want to be an interpreter, but I haven’t pursued that, or anything at all, yet… I speak English 100%, Spanish 40% (basic conversations, probably like 500 words worth, no idea probably more) and European Portuguese, 20% maybe like 250 words lol. I am very good at getting down the fluent sound to near perfection for any language if I practice listening enough. Matter of fact, I might start a channel exactly like this one…. I’m in poverty and need money BAD. Like can’t buy food bad… Don’t want to let my talents go to waste, I’m a natural with languages and drumming. That’s about it.

[@vitaliy1858]

I think pronunciation is second, vocabulary is first. My pronunciation in most languages I'm learning is pretty good, some people mistook me for a native online a couple of times, but I don't have enough vocabulary.

[@uk9383]

You are 100% correct. Pronounciation is the most important thing. If you learn that wrong you cant unlern it

[@vitaliy1858]

@@uk9383 I see what you mean, but you can unlearn it, I guess what you mean is that it takes more effort and it's better to correct while you're still learning the vocabulary, but it's pretty easy to unlearn with practice.

[@Saasou]

Isn't it sweet - if you make an effort to learn people's language and/or culture - people around the world are open and helpful

[@deckzone3000]

I don't go to other countries though. 🤷‍♂️

[@cakebandit]

Unless you go to France 🤣

[@Saasou]

@@cakebandit hahaha sooo true

[@tyzer08]

i mean i would put the effort into it but i struggle with spanish still after 6 years

[@billydagenham]

Every time I travel I try to learn as much of the language as I can on the plane and at the airport. It shows respect and people love it. Opens so many doors

[@AndrewGeierMelons]

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]

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.

[@zvezdoblyat]

​@@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

[@robertodiaz6786]

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.

[@GamergaidenX]

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-nv5lb]

Bing bong?

[@davidmayman4948]

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.

[@myspacetube]

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_twitch]

Every time i watch you i smile from ear to ear. Beautiful stuff my friend. Keep connecting the world together by breaking down barriers.

[@oscarscholten2059]

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.

[@nyandoesthings]

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]

That’s so nice!

[@bahaanaldo]

These interactions are so wholesome. So many kind people.

[@TheBigs654]

This channel inspires me so much to learn new languages, xiaoma is so fascinating to watch! Love from the UK 🇬🇧

[@icanfartloud]

You type English well, what language us spoken in UK, Russian?

[@BigDymz]

@@icanfartloud We speak Traditional English, the US speak Simplified English 🤭

[@MaxV_GC]

@@BigDymz what about Canada?

[@BigDymz]

​@@MaxV_GC Need I say more?

[@guytansbariva2295]

@@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! 🇺🇦👏

[@julieheinemann7654]

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...

[@gleasonhughes202]

So cute, how was your day?

[@reviewmystuff1785]

This video made me smile and realize I speak all of these languages too. A smile works no matter where you go!!! Great show

[@Guezfye]

I love the pride they get when he starts to speak their language.

[@the1burger]

It’s so nice to see how friendly everyone is when speaking their language.

[@Milfaces1000]

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.

[@jasminteeh2404]

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💛

[@omennemo8844]

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.

[@shyeahright]

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! 😉

[@TravisTerrell]

As much as he says anyone can learn languages like he does, from personal experience at intensely studying languages to learn the basics, he definitely has significant innate skill.

[@youtubeuser206]

It’s less skill than it is time invested. Especially by the third or fourth language you already have a good method down

[@TravisTerrell]

@@youtubeuser206 Ooh good point about the overall experience gained by learning multiple. Slightly different mechanics at play, but makes me think of how I can pick up new programming languages relatively quickly these days, having learned various ones already.

[@punkrockdavid]

It has to be difficult still to some degree. Otherwise every KZbinr would do it to see the views this guy gets. He def has a system down and to memorize, mixed with the confidence of making mistakes and speaking a language he’s not very familiar with, I’d say that’s his innate ability

[@Chris.Morales]

Yes, indeed. He is a special kid. I can sense he has some form of autism. Which isn’t bad, let’s him focus maybe more on the part of the brain that helps you store language. You can see it on some of his videos, he sometimes experiences excessive blinking. It’s a dead giveaway my dear 7 yr old niece is like that, and she is highly intelligent and can do a lot of things like communicate with adults as if she’s an adult with big words you’d hear from Jordan Peterson or Neil deGrasse Tyson, but she is really bad at others like focusing on school work doing things that require fine motor skills and she blinks a lot like her neurons are firing faster than ours. God bless people like her and Xiaomanyc! Everyone is special in their own particular way.

[@sheep4483]

I think something to note is that he's most likely not really trying to *learn* the majority of these languages he goes out and speaks, he's learning things like, I'm going to go to a place like this, what are things there, what might I want to say there, what might people respond to me with? and when he's talking he's not thinking things like "okay what kind of grammar should I use here," he's thinking things like "what's that one phrase I learned" He's not really focusing on the basics like grammar, or pronunciation, or how the language works, and mainly just learns phrases and just tries to mix them together a little bit. Obviously I'm not saying that's a bad thing, I think it's good that he's just getting out there and connecting with people, but it can't be understated that he's not really trying to do what you're describing, which would take much more time. He obviously has a lot of experience, confidence, and is very willing to make mistakes, but whether he has some great talent for it, I think it's kind of hard to say. I think, like he says, a majority of people probably could achieve similar results, and back in the day of tourist phrasebooks they probably often did. Obviously he has a very large amount of experience, but if someone wanted to try the same method with just one language (or maybe two) and focused primarily on that language, I think they might even be able to achieve better results, probably supplementing his approach with at least some traditional learning, since if you're learning fewer you might as well put more time into your quality.

[@juggnfinesse]

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.

[@sharp8446]

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!

[@tyler-sz9uk]

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.

[@proddreamatnight]

It’s amazing to see how much people open up when you show you have regard for their culture

[@robbeyroad2]

How cool! As a Frenchman, I find it very interesting to hear some haitian creole, because some parts sound a lot like French.

[@projecthoneycomb2914]

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.

[@aculpepper4405]

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.

[@aculpepper4405]

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]

Haitian Creole is French Patois. It is mix with French, African Language, and the indians on the island

[@vZinister]

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.