This American Speaks More Fluent Thai than Thai People

Probably 90% of foreigners who come to live in Thailand choose to not learn Thai. In this video, I was able to speak to Tangmo who has chosen a completely different path.
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[@thanaang1455]

His accent is almost 100% as Thai, very clear.

[@djnor1979]

Bangkok Thai accent, not only any ... :)

[@NattapolPhorueng]

he have abit accent like "Dek-Nok" aka tha Thais whom growing or study aboard, his accent is better than my friend who study aboard. but the word he should when he speaking is totally Thai!

[@MrHeyki0086]

เหมือนโลอิค พูดชัดจนเป็นคนไทยแล้ว kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGXGpqabiahloZo

[@Bjorn.Bergman]

True. Only 6 years to speak perfect Thai tone is very difficult. Hat off !!

[@kill-e-termite]

really ?

[@hunterkiller009]

As a native Thai, I almost never hear foreigner speak Thai as good as this guy.

[@FW2012.]

same!!! it’s so surprising

[@nenadpopov3601]

Some ppl are just awesome at languages no matter how big difference is between their native language and the language they learned as second, I know a Brazilian guy who lives in my country and he speaks my language so good if you didn't know he was from Brazil you would think he's native, he got it all the vocabulary, mimic the grammar even the slang words he knows it all.

[@koala6915]

He sounds like my best friend who is 100% Thai 😂 I can't learn one word

[@thejoeyjason]

What about My Mate Nate?

[@FW2012.]

@@thejoeyjason really bad.

[@ayenoppa4717]

This guy is amazing, he speaks English with American accent and speaks Thai with Thai accent and the crazy thing is he can also speaks English with Thai accent lol that is a great skill right there

[@lionbstar6338]

555 จริงๆใช่เลย,มี..แม่ง..ด้วย,เหมือนคนไทยพูดเกิ้นนน🤣🤣

[@finaddict5195]

That's not an American accent.

[@nxxew._.9696]

@@finaddict5195 he’s American

[@BlowmeRoger]

@@sheenObeenO narrator Paddy is from Australia

[@MrQwertypoiuyty]

Clearly you have never known bilingual people outside the USA. Just go to Netherlands.

[@Iphonmm]

I'm Thai citizen and I would say if I close my eyes listening to your conversations in Thai. Undoubtedly, I would think I'm listening to a Thai guy speaking. Plus the words you choose to speak clearly indicate you've put lots of efforts practicing full linguistic skills in Thai throughout the times you have been in Thailand.

[@jiranyavarodvivat2434]

He lived in Thai community and need to survive so he was enforced to communicate with locals and he also has Thai friends, so this is the way to pick up language quickly and frequently and he did not involve in expat community so majority of times connected with Thai culture and language.

[@James_Cook007]

On behalf of THAI people. His THAI accent is 100% crystal clear like normal THAI people born in THAILAND. That's so amazing to me.

[@dreamchaser2521]

If I close my eyes, I wouldn't know the person who speaks Thai with me is American. Thank you for respecting our language.

[@rolfpoelman3486]

But what about at 10:29?

[@pogchampryder3313]

@@rolfpoelman3486 dont guan dteen him LOL

[@rassley1967]

I was going to say the same thing.

[@drummersnare6276]

I wonder how your American accent is lol

[@thaniktongtahmnaayuttaya5150]

@@rolfpoelman3486 Guan Teen is equivalent to trolling, so dont "Guan Teen" literally means "stop trolling".

[@jvnplanet3983]

ป๊าดดด แตงโม การพูดคือ สไตล์ถูกต้องแบบ local เลย ระดับคำศัพท์ก็ลึก เรียบเรียงก็ดีมาก สรุปพูดรู้เรื่องกว่าเราที่เป็นคนไทยอีกอะ 😂 555 เก่งอะ กราบ🙏

[@t0Ga_a]

Yeah fr (I’m also a thai)

[@mtmt88]

This young man's maturity and clarity of thoughts are even more impressive than his command of the Thai language. Bravo!

[@chantharask8728]

His accent is amazing. Having learnt Thai for only 6 years and he can speak like this?! Even non-Thai words, like banoffee, the accent is still Thai haha He definitely has high level of linguistic competence.

[@MichaelButlerC]

It probably helps a lot that he started learning it when he was 16! That's still pretty young

[@slavasss2189]

Yes indeed. Unbeleivable...maybe he has relative, who is thai...and definetely he has thai gf...or bf 555

[@g60force]

@@slavasss2189 if you listened to the whole story you would know it was a family member of him living in Thai giving him the opportunity to come over!

[@Mickey-bo6cv]

Tangmo’s Thai is at a native speaker level. Super impressive. His tones are all spot on.

[@petecs1666]

Agreed, and on top of his incredibly natural accent, I like the way he used the word "ปฏิบัติ" instead of "ทำ" at 1:50. It really shows how deep he understand Thai language. He uses Thai so fluently from formal level to "pretty damn local level that you'd only use these words with your closest friends". I'd love to know more about him, he's a cool guy with a cool mindset and he also is the same age as me!

[@User5467h-4etic]

ชัด 95% another 5% left to speak like a native thai.

[@borstalD91239]

so yours must be too yeah

[@breadgarlichouse2265]

@@petecs1666 what’s the usage of ปฏิบัติ ? in what context?

[@petecs1666]

@@breadgarlichouse2265 "ปฏิบัติ" is the formal form of saying "ทำ" (to do). And yes, this interview was just 2 guys casually talking, not that formal. But Tangmo mainly used polite words to keep this conversation as an "interview" while mixing some colloquialism and slangs to make it casual.

[@Leyteamee]

I am a Filipino, who is fluent in English and currently studying korean and suddenly switched to thai😭 I hope after 2-3 years, I would be able to edit this comment and proudly saying that I have finally learned the languages I’ve been wanting to learn so bad.

[@LAIKA___]

Your Welcome 😊

[@Lifewithemerson323]

Am Hispanic. Born in Los Angeles. Visited Thailand for a month and was impressed that many Thai people speak a minimum of 3 languages. Am learning thai now. Also a bit of Tagalog. But anything is possible. Practice when you go to thai restaurants and talk to workers.

[@jetpark3743]

How you do it?

[@munfomalhaut]

Hey there, as a Thai, I'm just dropping by to say I hope KZbin notifies me one day that you're back to edit or reply to this, showing you've successfully learned Thai. Big bravo to you in advance! You really inspire me to learn more languages too. Let's go out there and smash those goals!

[@portlandGTR]

Also wanting an update now that it has been 6 months. Favorite this email notification so you don’t forget. We are helping keep you accountable here

[@jadevk5974]

He is not just speaking the thai language but he is speaking the culture as well. Speaking different language means you are learning the culture as well. That’s why people switch personalities when speaking different languages. I do the same

[@TheBearStudios]

Absolutely , just as an actor assumes the personality and character of the role , he becomes a completely different person to the person he actually is ......or was .

[@Myuunium]

@@TheBearStudios You may get a different personality in speaking another language, yes, but let's be real - you're not a different person. Comparing the two doesn't work.

[@johnnyshui]

I heard about this that many polyglots have a different personality or vibe

[@portlandGTR]

I notice this most with Japanese speaking language. The personality instantly becomes more shy I guess is or coy. And I also agree that different languages people speak, can have two personalities depending. Because language represents culture heavily and Japanese, Thai, American, and Indian peoples culture are so different

[@daikonsama7377]

สำเนียงเหมือนคนไทย การเลือกใช้คำ ความเข้าใจบริบทก็เหมือน native มาก เก่งมากกก you’re an inspiration for us all to learn new languages and adapt in new cultures!

[@ikamfuey]

How he said he was stubborn and didn’t finish high school, yet shows how brilliant he is. To migrate and start fresh in a different country is a great achievement. Thailand is your home brother

[@ak5659]

Yeah, def no shortage of brains there. As a former I wonder if he was just getting the information too slowly or maybe he was one of those kids who got it the first time around and waiting for the others to catch up made him crazy like the cop, Judy in the DMV scene with Flash the sloth in Zootopia.

[@carlisclosetedphgt3666]

That's still embarrassing you didn't finish highschool, dude its highschool not doctorate or something just get that petty highschool diploma 🤡

[@djskippa7520]

“Language is not about translation”. That is as good a motivational quote for people wanting to learn a language as you can get and so true.

[@HaharuRecords]

Language is a tool for understanding to communicate each other

[@grownmangamer942]

I like this kid Julian. For someone who claims a troubled background he really seems to have embraced Thailands culture and language and made something positive out of himself. Very cool. I hope one day to be able to speak thai as well as these two.

[@dannyskr-6889]

What a shame though, this guy is delusional when it comes to women, dating, and romance. Try searching thailand take me out tangmo.

[@user-eo8gr6yx7b]

ขอบคุณ ที่ชอบประเทศไทย อยู่เพียง 6 ปี พูดไทยชัดมาก เคารพความเป็นไทย เคารพกฏหมายไทย ขอให้ใช้ชีวิตอย่างมีความสุข

[@Kaamanita]

ภาษาไทยของคุณ julian อยู่ในระดับที่เจ้าของภาษาเริ่มแยกไม่ออกว่าเป็นชาวต่างชาติพูดแล้วครับ สุดยอดมากเลยครับ ^_______^

[@thitiratm3745]

เห็นด้วยค่ะ สุดยอดจริงๆ

[@MrDookDik]

เวลาพูดใช้ช่องเสียงขึ้นนาสิก เรียกอเมริกา ว่าเมกา แสลงอย่างการใช้คำว่า "แม่ง" เป็น ขึ้นประโยคด้วย คือ ซึ่ง แบบว่า ใช้ไทยคำอังกฤษคำ แถมคำอังกฤษสำเนียงไทยด้วยนะ มาอยู่ 6 ปีนี่โคตรเก่งเลย ฟังแต่เสียงนี่นึกว่าคนไทยพูดจริงๆ

[@WuCur]

ตอนนี้ในสายตาคนไทย คุณกลายเป็นคนไทยแท้ ๆ ที่หน้าตาแบบพวกลูกครึ่งครับ

[@jiraratklin6049]

ชัดกว่าคนไทยอีกค่ะ คนไทยบางคนลิ้นควบคำไปหมด เอิ่มๆเอ่อๆ

[@Noo_Lhothong.w800]

ชัดกว่าคนไทยกว่าครึ่งประเทศครับ

[@kaischuhmacher1744]

I'm half Thai and I must say that even his introduction in Thai is pretty awesome! Beautiful! It's true! He speaks better Thai than many Thai people. Very clear!

[@Teresanguyen94]

He so so friendly and seems like a local Thailand guy 😍

[@jadevincent6631]

คุณแตงโมไม่ได้พูดไทยเก่งอย่างเดียว สำเนียง และการเรียบเรียงคำเจ๋งมาก เก่งครับ👍👍

[@jaxaou]

แต่หลงตัวเอง😂

[@youngktd4287]

​@@jaxaou ลูกอีแซะโผล่มา1 55555

[@kaorupOwada]

พูดไทยชัดมากค่ะ แสดงว่ามีความตั้งใจเรียน เอาจริงเอาจังกับภาษาไทย คุณเป็นคนดี เรายินดีต้อนรับ ขอให้มีความสุขเวลาอยู่เมืองไทยค่ะ

[@babybaby-wt8pk]

พูดชัดมาก ตกใจ น้อยคนมากจะพูดได้ขนาดนี้ หลับตานึกว่าคนไทย 😯

[@gomo2275]

เขาบอกมีญาติอยู่เมืองไทยด้วย อาจเป็นแรงบันดาลให้เขาก็ได้ และผมว่าเขาฉลาดด้วยหล่ะครับ

[@Mantaray911]

Paddy, please could you do another video with Julian and discuss how he learnt to speak Thai so well. I would like to know what process he went through, was it formally studies or is he self-taught? Thanks, great interview.

[@arhus12]

You can't reach a level like that by "studying" the language, you have to live it and welcome the culture into your heart, have your social life in that language etc. Cultivate your Thai personality. And do that for a few years. Probably went a little faster for him because he started out as a teenager, but anyone can do it.

[@melanieah5501]

He said he left at 17yrs old.

[@jackboun721]

He doesn’t just speak fluent Thai he understands the culture. The way he speaks I wouldn’t think he was a “farang”. I seriously don’t know how I feel about this. The way he explained “have you eaten yet” as a greeting is spot on.

[@VoluptuousB]

Really?

[@Hanamichi6666]

He clearly speaks like a thai

[@Stevenpa00]

He isn't French

[@2masterdingdong]

@@Hanamichi6666 no he cant

[@Hanamichi6666]

@@2masterdingdong i have a thai wife and she was super impressed

[@chawatt.3810]

He speaks very naturally and has no accent at all. Amazing job Tangmo!

[@cyber8019]

Yes, he's an American born in America and not Thailand. If he was born and grew up in Thailand, then it's quite natural. He also has a perfect American accent. He's quite a genius.

[@onsonvolleyball5700]

คุณแตงโมไม่ใช่แค่พูดภาษาไทยแต่คุณแตงโมงให้ความรู้สึกคุณคือคนไทย แอดติจูดคือดีมากไม่ตัดสินใครเพราะสิ่งที่ได้ยินมา แต่ศึกษาให้เข้าใจว่าเหตุผลใดถึงพูดแบบนั้นแสดงออกแบบนั้น เช่นคำว่าทานข้าวหรือยัง คนไทยที่ถามเพราะความห่วงใยและหากแขกยังไม่ทานข้าวคนไทยก็จะต้อนรับด้วยการหาข้าวปลาอาหารต้อนรับ มันแสดงออกถึงความมีน้ำใจ ถึงไม่ใช่ญาติพี่น้องก็ตาม

[@nugget2554]

I've never seen someone from another country speak Thai as clear as him. He's so good.

[@t.saranya3517]

พูดไทยเก่งมาก เหมือนคนไทยแท้เลยค่ะ มีความเข้าใจในภาษาไทย รูปแบบประโยค คำพูดคือไทยใช่เลย การโต้ตอบเอย อะไรเอย โหวววว เก่งมากๆ👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@paper2222]

as a thai this is extremely impressive. he's mastered the grammar, and even the colloquial words thai people use. on top of that, he has mastered the pronunciation of english words in thai, which can be a hard thing to master, because you would need to actually learn the phonology of thai. but the most impressive are the particles he's used. particles in thai are what separates the fluent from the native. you will never sound like a native if you do not master the particles, and this man right here is extremely proficient at it.

[@calebw8189]

What are you referring to with "particles" exactly?

[@greg.peepeeface]

everything you just said and explained, just sounds cool.

[@Ok-pr2pd]

I where know u live, Chonburi?

[@paper2222]

@@calebw8189 particles are words that really doesn't have a meaning, but conveys some things. one example is "มั้ย/หรอ?" which is a "word" that you add at the end of a statement to change sentences to a question. other examples are "ครับ/คะ" to add politeness, "หะ, อะ" to... sound more native-like? it is almost impossible to master these (i can't know for sure, cuz i've never tried learning them in other languages) without massive amounts of input/immersion in thai

[@paper2222]

@@Ok-pr2pd yes. i'm not too surprised, cuz the information is a bit searchable if you were to pinpoint my location further, i'd probably be frightened

[@ThaiHainanese]

As a Thai, Julian's Thai speaking skill is extremely impressive. 10 out 10

[@aleximyhoney5748]

... 9.8/10

[@baiyoksku8013]

@@aleximyhoney5748 10/10 ....

[@bc2647]

This is such a great interview on sooooo many levels and it just hits home

[@buajaithailand5065]

I wanna give a hundred of “like” for this VDO. You guys have such a good perspectives. I’m so glad that you choose Thailand culture and Thai language to be an another door to open. Have fun here,dude!!!!!

[@maliko2541]

His Thai accent is 100% native Thai speaker! It’s so amazing that he has lived in Thailand for just only 7 years.

[@maneeratpatt8441]

พูดชัดทั้งคู่เลย ยิ่งน้องแตงโมถ้าปิดหน้าฟังแต่เสียงคิดว่าคนไทยเลยแหละ เก่งทั้งคู่

[@frankcoley1537]

I felt that 🥺

[@agentbey]

This is a necessary video from an awareness of culture and language learning. My experience learning basic Thai changed the dynamics of how I lived in Thailand. The connection was enriched and I received lots of encouragement to continue. I am looking forward to returning soon and learning in more depth. Thanks for this video interview.

[@rxotmfrxotmf8208]

A big THANK YOU to the both of you for being such an inspiration to those who are interested in the Thai language and culture.

[@luckylamkimrin6981]

คุณแตงโมพูดไทยชัดมาก พูดไทยในสไตล์ไทย หน้าตา บุคลิกก็คล้ายคนไทย ผิวดี หล่อ เท่ห์เหมือนคนไทยเลย สงสัยเป็นเพราะอากาศ อาหารและการปรับตัวที่เก่งของคุณ จึงทำให้คุณมีความเป็นไทยมากๆ

[@apisitpoonsawut1391]

แตงโมพูดไทยโครตชัด พูดเหมือนคนไทยเลย 👍ยินดีต้อนรับทุกท่านที่จะเดินทางมานะครับ อยู่ไทยใช้ชีวิตสบายๆ ปลอดภัยมาก ใช้ชีวิตชิวๆสไตล์ไทย❤️🐶🇹🇭

[@NokEasy]

คุณเป็นคนต่างชาติ ที่พูดไทยได้ดีมาก ถ้าผมไม่เห็นหน้าคุณแล้วได้ยินเสียงคุณ ผมต้องคิดว่าคุณคือคนไทยแน่นอนเลยครับ

[@kimrue6860]

Both of you are absolutely awesome ❤ your Thai language is fantastic. Thank you for learning and absorbing our culture. I hope you all enjoy living in Thailand for many years to come 👌

[@user-jp6of6tx6v]

Please do more if Tangmo. He seems like have a lot life story

[@aimmariess]

When he included English word into his Thai sentence, he even said that English word in Thai accent. 100% perfect

[@hatangthanh8951]

That was an absolute joy to watch, thank you for sharing

[@elleyhappy8190]

เก่งมากๆๆ สำเนียงเป๊ะมากค่ะ 👍👍👍

[@koyopalawatjittana5222]

หลับตาฟังนี้นึกว่าคุณแตงโมเป็นคนไทยเลย!! สุดยอดมากเลยค่ะ คุณทั้งคู่เลย ไม่ใช่แค่ภาษาที่ใช่ แต่รวมถึงวิธีคิด ขอบคุณนะค้า ที่รักเมืองไทย

[@wasabinn1026]

The best Thai-speaking foreigner I’ve ever seen so far. His accent is 99% right. Appreciate his mind set about learning new things as well. Very cool very positive. 🙌🏼

[@stephenhanson7903]

Great video. Excellent on Tangmo or Julian, for learning Thai language. It makes his living in Thailand go smoother.

[@TheTM653]

The way that Tangmo speaks Thai , it not only his 100% Thai accent but his inner are Thai. This is why he speak exactly like Thai nature. I’m very impressed 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 😊

[@ThePilgrimsProcess]

As a couple learning Thai and trying to live in Thailand, this was an incredible perspective to hear. Great interview Paddy! 👍

[@jomontanee]

Hello Ben and Laurel. I root for you! One of your subscriber here.

[@insightwisdom7022]

The more you try, the more progress you made.

[@ThePilgrimsProcess]

@@jomontanee Thank you Jo! You support us so well 😊

[@iwR-fr7et]

ว๊าวว จะล้านวิวแล้ววว สุดยอด เก่งมากทั้งสองท่าน

[@Baker413]

I just started watching Tangmo he is awesome!!! Your clips are great ชอบมากค่ะ ขอบคุณคลิปดีๆ

[@Kouki_clay]

Put me to shame man and I’m American Thai. Your accent is 100 percent spot on and alot better than mine. I’m amazed at your story and want to thank you for learning about my culture. Also I showed my parents this and they said “why can’t you be like that” 😂

[@HalfLash]

Typical Thai parents lol. Don't feel a shame of yourself. Everyone is different.

[@moodyhappy9900]

ชอบวิธีคิดของคุณแตงโมมากค่ะ 13 นาที ผ่านไปไวมาก ถ้ามีโอกาสอีก รบกวนคุณแพดดี้ สัมภาษณ์​สัก 30 นาทีนะคะ 🥰

[@DaraTien]

TBH I don’t hear him as a foreigner who speaks fluent Thai. I see him as a Thai speaks Thai. I’m really impressed on how he carries himself as a person who’s willing to learn, his mindset and his way of embracing the new culture ❤️🇹🇭

[@sheilah8494]

Awesome, love the interview with Julian .

[@knightswatch1041]

His idea about speaking different languages and having unique characters/personas for each one is rather insightful and fascinating. I've never really thought about it that way but he's absolutely right.

[@blutey]

To possess another language is to possess another soul. - Charles V (Charlemagne).

[@donnazasgoat2274]

Oh definitely! Although my Japanese is infantile I can feel myself soften my tone and mannerisms from rough American girl to accomodate pleasant melodic Japanese woman speak. Plus I can channel and mimic what I've heard in Japanese films. I've watched a shit-ton of Japanese films and anime which definitely helps.

[@TwistedTeaFate]

I tend to overthink the way I speak in English, but I'm very blunt and confident in my words when I speak Spanish. My English is much better though, but yeah your personality changes with language

[@martinsaunders7925]

Understanding in a language is being of that language. I would not have been able to play koto without " being" Japanese in that time. Similarly a Japanese cannot play Vivaldi without being Italian while playing. This personality change seems to happen whenever an art form of a different culture is expressed. Arts are unspoken language.

[@ak5659]

@@blutey Thank you! I'm so stealing that!

[@johnbuster4268]

You literally can’t tell where he’s from with only audio. His Thai is craaazyy. The slangs, the pronunciation and how he talks is exactly like a Thai young adult

[@trax809]

This is one of the coolest interviews I have ever seen about a westerner learning and speaking Thai..nice job guys!

[@user-gf8qz8cl9s]

เก่งมากๆเลยครับ พวกคุณพูดภาษาไทยได้ยอดเยี่ยมมาก 😍👍

[@jackritjamrungfa7828]

ขอแสดงความคิดเห็นเป็นภาษาไทยนะครับ ผมฟังสำเนียงแตงโมแล้วให้ความรู้สึกว่าคุณคือคนไทยคนนึงเลย ชอบแนวคิดและเหตุผล อธิบายได้เห็นภาพเลยครับ👍👍👍

[@henriqueleszczynski37]

I was an exchange student in Thailand when I was 17yo back in 2014, I learn my fair share of Thai for someone who stayed in Thailand for only 10 months. I came back to live in Thailand again 3 weeks ago and I'm trying to learn again, I forgot manu things but some words and phrases are coming back to me as the days go by

[@nikbaumann]

I'am sure you will be able to speak Thai fluently in the near future. Welcome to Thailand

[@edthecrazyboy]

You’ll eventually learn it, just don’t give up!

[@theforester_]

Im brazilian and had a thai gf, she tried at all costs teach me thai but i just couldnt remember the words, the intonation is so different aswell... Thai people are the most kind ive ever met... so humble and honest, always worried about you

[@angryface01]

I loved this! Loved loved loved this!!!! Thank you so much!!!

[@tanchye1720]

Wow! His Thai is fantastic. 😳 At 74 now, I can speak Thai pretty well. Speak a little of Esan language too. Can read & write Thai a little. I started to learn Thai language when I was in my 60. You are never too old to learn another language. Exercising your brain, so to speak. p.s. listen to the connecting words between 2 phrases. (eg. because, so that, once, since than, etc.)

[@nightclawer6679]

When you can speak Thai fluently and truely understand our culture. You'll start to smile more like both of them cuz now they become real Thai people.

[@heimdallyong7181]

Yes I agree, I’m a beginner but as soon as now I can speak a few words, and get corrected by Thai people, I feel ashamed but I feel good after that as I’m learning.

[@nightclawer6679]

My point is in Thailand we have many haft-thai and many expats here so there is no barrier when it come to one appearance. As long as you can speak thai fluently and understand Thai culture, you will be treated like Thai people just like tang-mo in this clip and this is not always the case in other country. In some country it doesn't matter if you birth there, as long as you're black or Asian you'll be treat like foreign 😂.

[@graduke1]

I become thai by drinking a couple of beer changs. Always gets me a bit pissed...and cheerful!

[@susannahwilliams403]

I love the fact that you could have chosen to ask questions/ respond back to him in English but you both chose to speak Thai. I love seeing that. Fully being about to have a good convo in another language when u know its easier to speak in thr native language. I love seeing these types of videos. I agree with what u said. To understand Thai is to understand the culture. It really pushes me to become fluent.

[@lakkana34]

You both speak well and clearly understand the hidden agenda at the greeting, so wow !

[@nuttasit896]

มันน่าทึ่งจริงๆครับ กับการพูดภาษาไทยของพี่แตงโม♥️

[@BrandenLesko]

To reach a level of speaking Thai as Julien (Tangmo), immersing yourself at a younger age in the language does help to some degree. Having an open slate mindset in order to learn a new language is what's really needed. I have to say his level of Thai is pretty much on the level as the locals. I was born and raised in BKK and learned Thai from my mother and the local school system. I learned English from my American father, who set a rule that I was only allowed to speak English within the household. This allowed me to be able to be equally fluent in both Thai and English. I also moved to Singapore and lived there for two years, learning Chinese Mandarin. At that point, I was fluent in three languages before starting the fourth grade. Looking back, it's amazing how my mind was able to absorb three different languages as a kid. Never underestimate the power of a young mind...the possibilities are limitless!

[@thisisstevet]

I think your dad had the right idea

[@travelwithnou]

That is an amazing experience.

[@thisisstevet]

@Mark Seymour No, I mean the Thai parent speak Thai only and the English speaker only speaking English. I was responding to Branden Lesko's comment

[@annabethyeung8512]

@Mark Seymour That’s very interesting. My sister didn’t speak anything but Mandarin (at home) until she was 4 or 5 either, and has had no problems learning English - and forgetting most of her Mandarin. A 4 year old should be able to pick up a completely unfamiliar language to a reasonable level in a matter of weeks. They should also be able to forget languages almost as fast. It’s interesting that that is not what happened with your daughter, although I’m not sure why.

[@annabethyeung8512]

@Mark Seymour I guess I should clarify what “reasonable level” means- I mean they understand the majority of what is said to them (basic/daily things, nothing fancy) and are able to maybe say a few repeated words or phrases. And it does depend on the person, obviously. But there’s been studies that show toddlers up to about 3 years can learn and use at least a 100 words in a new language after about 18 weeks. This ability does diminish with age, but a 4 year old should still be going pretty strong.

[@genasung977]

OMG, your Thai pronunciation and accent are really amazing.

[@thendo4433]

แตงโมคุณมีความเป็นคนไทยมากเวลาพูดไทย สุดยอดเลย รู้ไหมเวลาคนต่างชาติพูดไทยได้เดินทางไปไหนคุณไม่มีทางลำบากเลยนะ คนไทยชอบเวลาต่างชาติพูดไทยได้ เค้าจะเอ็นดูคุณมากๆ ยิ่งคนเฒ่าคนแก่เจอคุณรับรองคุณไม่มีทางลำบากของกินเพียบไม่ต้องกลัวอด

[@mamad2415]

น้องแตงโม พูดคือคนไทยเลยค่ะ ทัศนคติดีมาก ขอให้มีความสุขกับการใช้ชีวิตในไทยและทุกๆที่นะคะ

[@bunnyblue3082]

I would love to know the steps he took to learn Thai. Great video, thanks for sharing amazing content about Thailand!

[@beefcake0354]

less than 4 years, and this guy's accent is insanely good. surreal how he achieved that. I'm very very impressed. good on you mate

[@coma13794]

he made such a great point when he said that you really won't sound like a local by simply mastering translation. Culture and mindset plays a huge part. What a great video!

[@graduke1]

I think drinking a couple of beer changs helps to become more thai! 😆

[@wutthikraiburakrai1715]

ชอบ midset ของทั้งสองมาก จริงๆเรียนภาษาไม่ใช่แค่เรียนภาษา แต่ คุณกำลังเรียนโลกอีกใบ. ตอนนี้ผมก็เรียนภาษาต่างๆ แต่สิ่งที่ได้คือ วิธีคิด และโลกใบนี้เปลี่ยนไปเลย.

[@YellowBlueGrey]

Omg Tangmo what an adorable name :) also his Thai is impeccable...he is so articulate and well spoken

[@pithlyx9576]

i moved to thailand for a year when i was 16, the cultureshock was ... intense but leaving america and visiting a country that is totally different was one of the most beneficial things i have ever done. i picked up thai very quickly (i guess being annoying and mimicking sounds has some upsides) but never learned enough about the intricacies of the language enough to speak too well, i could stumble through just about any conversation though. Julian's dedication and passion for his life in another land is inspiring and makes me miss all the beautiful people i met along my travels in thailand.

[@user-xp1gw5dm5v]

ชื่นชมคุณทั้งสอง และชื่นชมมุมมองเมืองไทยของคุณ ที่เข้าใจวัฒนธรรมไทยอย่างลงลึก

[@marlecmarine5393]

Absolutely brilliant interview, informative, and interesting. This young man submerged himself in Thai culture and fully embraced his learning experience, well done to him.....

[@Frame_Mania]

❤❤❤ I always support you 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@codasteve]

That was excellent! Thank you!

[@ericsingasong]

His Thai is amazing! Practically couldn’t tell he’s a foreigner. Thai is extremely tonal, and he’s nailed it!

[@kongswethai3964]

darn! his thai is amazing i started to learn Thai language & culture after my first trip 1988, that allowed me to meet thai in a different way and make friends, i still have the same friends 30 years later, always tryed to stay away from the tourist trade and visit "the real Thailand

[@brianbaccam8007]

Wow!! Amazing! He’s really good , pronunciation is perfect! I gave him a 10

[@victor_TH]

I feel like crying, I wish I could learn to speak and pronounce like him. That's pretty much native level 😭 Well done 👍

[@AllthingsFoodieTX]

Its simple just practice.

[@victor_TH]

@@AllthingsFoodieTX I will keep that in mind.

[@Tanakrit_K]

Yeah, as a native speaker, I was blown away too. He's really incredible!!

[@arhus12]

You can! Think about what he said about taking Thai into your own heart, start thinking in Thai and have a Thai personality in that language. Do a search on Steve Kaufman and accent.

[@H-Vox]

You can do it bro

[@woofsnwood]

It’s as if instead of being an American who integrated into Thai life and culture, he became a Thai who also knew English and the experience of growing up American. This is the highest level of immersion and linguistic skill. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@oatwdk4029]

Welcome to thailand !! ขอบคุณครับที่นำเสนอสิ่งดีๆครับ ชื่นชมเลยครับ 6 ปี พูดไทยได้ขนาดนี้!!

[@hatangthanh8951]

I'm blown away by the stunning visuals and incredible scenery in this video

[@HanneloreCommers]

น่าสนใจมากค่า เรื่องฮันเน่ก็คล้ายๆกัน ไม่เคยดื้อแต่ไม่มีความสุขกับชีวิตสมัยที่อยู่เบลเยี่ยมเลยย้ายมาเริ่มต้นใหม่ที่ไทย ตอนนี้ก็อยู่มา 4 ปีแล้วค่ะ 🙂

[@geirsivertsen4225]

Thanks for interesting interview. Kudos to you both for getting so deep into the Thai language and culture. Inspiring! After 9 years as expat in Thailand I have taught myself to read and write at a basic level, - but I am close to zero level when it comes to speak and understand Thai language. Listening to you make me thinking I should try harder. Still time to improve -after all I am only 76!

[@thisisstevet]

Good on ya, buddy - keep at it! Awesome 👍

[@Hardtofind963]

It just goes to show its never to late.

[@Eatlovetravelsis]

Paddy, great interview. I want to hear more about how learning this language changed your lives. You could do a whole video in the ‘why’ . Great job ✅💚

[@Ninninninninnin]

I’m impressed with julian’s thought about ‘difficult’ and ‘easy’. I am now in europe and find out that it is struggle to learn the local language. It is true that the local is not neccessary but I missed lots of things just because i dont speak the language. I know that it is because of my mindset. I’ll start learning again ❤

[@my98thaccount]

Such an inspiration. I regret not learning Thai when I first got here, but it's better late than never! Also, almost every woman I've dated in Thailand recommends your videos Paddy. You must be on to something!

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Hahaha thanks for that extra little bit of knowledge Eric!

[@dreammix9430]

It's never too late to learn :-)

[@singhal3eel279]

I feel that "Tangmo" has inspired a lot of people and positive energy.....Thank you so much for using your profound Thai language to create good things. those come up both for yourself And people who have watched this wonderful clip of Mr. Paddy's interview.

[@yaousa5475]

He is still young so it's easy for him to live and learn, Thailand is a great place for most foreigner who liked to live there. Myself I came to USA when I was almost 30 years old, it's not too hard to live and learn but not easy either. Missed Thailand so much.

[@PearLJaMp]

Good job 👏🏻 เลิฟๆ

[@SilasHaslam]

Dude is the first Westerner who speaks like a real teenager Thai. His choice of words, his understanding of all those underlying nuances, also, his sentence structures sound super eloquent. I would say his intonations may sound a bit off from time to time but his Thainess and Character are definitely Thai.

[@dustyvacuum3517]

no kidding. he even pronounces loanwords from english w a thai accent.

[@Kamon395]

@@dustyvacuum3517 absolutely

[@mattyweather2855]

My guess is he learned a lot by hanging out at the Thai skateparks.

[@phiwatnwittayawatn8839]

My god, this is the most clear and accurate Thai accent I’ve ever heard.

[@nongnong1772]

Your Thai language is super great. Everyone surely agrees that but the way you think is really impressed👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️