White Guy Orders in Chinese at Drive Thru, But When He Pulls Up…

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[@xiaomanyc]

Want to learn fluent Chinese like me? Check out my Chinese course ‘’Street-Smart Chinese’’: www.streetsmartlanguages.com/chinese

[@juliemanarin4127]

Do you have an Italian course?

[@pandangel103]

I also speak chinese

[@fucgoogle4559]

His uhhh is too American

[@alichehab5804]

These reactions never fail to make me smile.

[@timjacques6581]

@@pandangel103 a

[@bradlyjordan5673]

The first woman must've been like "He sounds Chinese. But he's only ordering a small non-spicy chicken breast without vegetables and a white rice. Better go out there and see if he's okay."

[@JackgarPrime]

For real, this dude gave the whitest order in history.

[@officialzelensky]

meat and white rice sounds like the wannabe-international family in east coast america

[@nancyrattu7759]

HAHAHAAHA

[@kevinmencer3782]

@@JackgarPrime or it could be for someone who isn't feeling well, or who has sensitivities to spices, or any number of things.

[@officialzelensky]

@Sharkie you get like no energy and calories. how do you do number2 at the toilet by eating so many white rice?

[@ogeidnomar4601]

Speaking someone's language is like getting a discount into their world.

[@13Kr4zYAzN13]

If it was marketed this way, maybe more people would start learning lol

[@13Kr4zYAzN13]

I know. I personally like to learn languages cause they're cool Just so happens that a lot of people (especially personally) wouldn't even try unless there was incentive. Hence the culture of "business" languages lol

[@zenithchan1646]

@@13Kr4zYAzN13 🤓

[@phantomaviator1318]

@@13Kr4zYAzN13 my incentive for Russian and Mandarin is the possibility of war

[@tonyawms3186]

I was just wondering if he gets discounts on his purchases, because he can speak their language so well.

[@movinngroovin2104]

My husband and I was in a restaurant a Japanese restaurant he started speaking the girl said sorry I speak English lol. He is retired military and was stationed in Japan and he just likes to use it once in awhile.

[@joseph3225]

I’m learning several languages right now and this is one of my biggest fears.

[@Portrait-in-Black]

@@joseph3225 What's one of your biggest fears? That a stranger you're trying to converse with doesn't speak the language you're trying to converse in? If that's the case, just move onto the next person.

[@joseph3225]

@@Portrait-in-Black It is because I’m pretty introverted, and trying to go out of my way to actually talk to someone, but in a different language, and it turns out they don’t speak that language would be a very awkward situation to me. Besides the fact in the United States we live in a very soft and easy to offend society and for whatever reason there are people that get offended by that kind of stuff.

[@thelaurens1996]

@@joseph3225 it's only as easy to offend as you believe it to be. Just don't intend to offend. And you'll probably be fine, no?

[@SalisburySnake]

@@joseph3225 No one is going to be offended if you speak Japanese in a Japanese restaurant. Now, if you just start speaking Spanish to every brown person you see without asking first, then maybe. :D Just ask in English if they speak whatever language, and then explain that you're working on it and always trying to practice.

[@kirbyourenthusiasm]

I briefly worked at a Chinese restaurant for a family whose children ran the counter in the summer because they spoke English but during the school year they needed someone to help during the lunch rush because the parents spoke very little English. It took her a little bit but the mom warmed up to me and was excited when I made an effort to learn *some* Chinese. She started asking me to help her with mail, sorting into junk mail and mail she needed to keep and she was THRILLED when I asked if a certain name on the mail was hers, as she always had me call her by her last name because it was easier to pronounce. She would ask me how to say things in English and was eager to learn. It was a great time and they fed me free lunch every day I worked in addition to my pay. Make an effort to understand others and they often will appreciate it.

[@josehmijares5748]

This is so wholesome

[@kayvonweinstein8965]

As a Chinese guy I always show up to drive throughs speaking English in a perfect North American accent and no one is ever impressed

[@dophire]

Well because there's already a lot of Asian people in the states that were born there, so there's nothing surprising about it. But a WHITE guy IN the states speaking fluent Chinese is a whole different thing. Its like if a black guy spoke fluent Russian.

[@dophire]

@@iwantsleep7264 BRUH, just realized

[@hyperv1016]

@@dophire LOL you're cute

[@azaharishariff]

You just have to go to the English speaking restaurant in China

[@JustMe-sh8nd]

@@iwantsleep7264 What do you mean with r/whoooooshhh ??

[@michaelreid322]

I've watched dozens of these videos, and I just realized that Xiaoma is always shopping and buying from the people he films. So as well as delighting them by speaking their languages, he's also supporting their businesses, rather than simply co-opting them for his videos. It speaks to his character and integrity, and makes me enjoy his videos that much more.

[@joetyler835]

Pretty sure the video covers the expenses.

[@mickimicki5576]

Gaining weight from all that great food. Better watch out Xiaoma it all adds up.

[@luminousdragon]

@@joetyler835 It definitely covers the expenses for him, but the point is that he buys things, which helps the businesses. Im not saying it makes him a hero, but it is nice. Its just a added thing, it makes the people more pleasant and happy too. Especially since a fair amount of the people in his videos are hardworking immigrants who may have came from rough environments.

[@TeemsShrmWentBm]

@@luminousdragon Yeah even for just street vendors, he could just walk and talk with them without buying say, their fruits, but he buys them. He could drop by a vendor and buy nothing and still earn money through video revenue and without supporting the restaurant/stall he is visiting.

[@thisguy73]

He is making a ton of money off KZbin probably millions based on his subscriber count and view. Only right to give back a tiny fraction.

[@0PE.]

I’m only Japanese but with the little mandarin I know, I could close my eyes and picture a completely different person

[@itsshrimpinabag9544]

まあ、英語が上手ですよ。。。

[@Mrek_Travo]

Your English is actually really good. 本当に上手です. Meanwhile I'm trying to learn Japanese because 日本語は美しいな言語です.

[@0PE.]

@@Mrek_Travo thank you, I went back to university online when covid first started to learn English. And yes, it is a very beautiful language

[@n3gi_]

It sounds weird but I would be able to tell that you are Japanese, even if you hadn't mentioned it. Japanese have a distinct way of writing English, probably because of grammatical differences.

[@0PE.]

@@n3gi_ I get what you mean too. I've been speaking English my whole life but it's very ingrained in the culture here to text and type exactly how you speak. Though I like to still think I hide it well

[@rayman20us]

"Now I've seen it all! " 😂 That's one of the best reactions I've seen on this channel! 😂

[@JumboRadish]

This is what pranks should be like

[@thekhoifish0146]

Reminds me of the early 2000s

[@borp6912]

There's no prank tho, he's just speaking a language

[@batgangonone]

@@borp6912 well it is a prank by definition it’s just not the typical prank you see where someone slaps someone across the face or says something racist and after says “it was just a prank.”

[@josefharasek7487]

theres a problem. you need skills for this

[@keonjames4706]

@@batgangonone it’s not a prank lmao

[@indemniman1623]

He can even laugh in Chinese. They really seem to appreciate he can speak their language so well.

[@Galaxynotes70]

“He can even laugh in Chinese” lmao what does that mean 😂

[@justinedzard]

@@Galaxynotes70 I kinda get what he meant, but at the same time reading that was so funny

[@hwanniggles187]

@@Galaxynotes70 speaking a different language also gives off a different tone. When I laugh after talking in Spanish is mad different than when I speak english

[@jojag5]

@@hwanniggles187 I've often heard people describe it as a certain "shape of the mouth". You just have a general sound when you're speaking in a particular language, which includes the non-words. Ums, uhhs, laughs, and even gestures can change when going from one language to another.

[@vikingmetaldragon]

I think he laughs too much and is too proud of himself.

[@OuiTees]

I order Mexican drive thru all the time in Spanish.. When I show up to the window, they often confusingly stick their heads out and look around lol.. Like wtf!? I truly enjoy your channel. Seriously, Great stuff man! ✊️

[@joseph3225]

@modelotime Because it’s fun, if you’ve been learning a language for several months or years (depending on your dedication) you want to share your knowledge of the language to native speakers.

[@muscleman125]

Im spanish and for years in school kids would tell me im not spanish because i am white. Sounds like the same reason they are suprised to see a white guy speak fluent spanish.

[@OuiTees]

@@modelotime6489 2 reasons: 1. Practice 2. Extra shrimp and meat without asking for it lol 🤙

[@alinedasilvafrost7720]

These people are ignorant then cause there's plenty of white people in/from latin america

[@jraymond1988]

@@OuiTees He may have been asking why they are confused when you show up. You didn't disclose your race/ethnicity.

[@winstonramey1811]

my favorite part about your videos is the smile you bring to their faces. it makes me smile as well. Thank you. you are a very very intelligent young man. keep doing your thing man.

[@AlakazamASMR]

Language breaks down so many barriers and opens people's hearts. 💟

[@Tarik1996]

It‘s Kind of crazy

[@garyaaron8425]

Beautifully stated!!! I smiled, laughed, and loved the reactions! Isn't that what we all need these days?!? Smile, Laughter, and Love. Simply....beautiful!

[@paulvanderhaegen761]

tell that to the Ukrainians and Russians they have the same language but they are ready to kill each otter right now.

[@MrEt894]

@@paulvanderhaegen761 those are the scary whites lol.

[@Crysishawk619]

And when U Connect IT to food even more barriers fall

[@thasco]

These reactions never fail to make me smile.

[@accidentalgenius8252]

Agreed, it’s amazing how happy people get when you unexpectedly speak their native tongue! Wish I had the big brain language talent

[@lecielestbleu5693]

Good vibes

[@thefaceless8796]

Literally just came to say that with a smile still on my face. In a world where we are inundated with negativity constantly I'm happy to be able to watch nice wholesome content like this.

[@olsonwaters4116]

Ayy

[@CynicalChicken661]

So happy to have some new xiaoma

[@mmaassoo]

People connecting just makes me smile. Thank you for this content. We as the world today could learn a lot from this, what seems to be a swift encounter.

[@Sharrendan]

I'm from Hanover, Germany and we have many Chinese university and college students in this town. They're the most humble, lovely and respectful "strangers" here. I wish I could talk to them in Cantonese/ Chinese. Lovely "prank". 👍🙃

[@Zarzar22]

As a white guy who lived in Seoul for a year I recognize the expression of that woman 100% 😂 Ordering food or a package over the phone and then the delivery person looking around for a Korean when I was standing right there was a classic scenario. Makes me nostalgic ㅋㅋㅋ

[@andrewjones4774]

Lmao that’s funny

[@jimhenry3383]

😆

[@youin24years]

@@andrewjones4774 Just like Rodgers losing all his receivers especially his best one to the Raiders 😂💀 extremely funny

[@andrewjones4774]

@@youin24years still better than most teams

[@connergalles7106]

@@youin24years yea cause the defense is special ed

[@IvanPauletti]

It’s amazing how people feel respected when foreigners try to speak their native language. Very cool

[@leprechaunbutreallyjustamidget]

Except the French 😂

[@startingtech3900]

Some Mexicans will literally get offended. I’ve spoken Spanish and some will say “I SpEak EnGliSh dUdE!”

[@christiansanchez8598]

@@startingtech3900 Why you assume they dont speak english?

[@raphaelralph6521]

@@startingtech3900 well it actually depends on the way you say it tho I know you mean well but it's probably because some people are actually offended because they can't tell if you're being polite or making fun of them, I'm a 19 year old half Spanish, Chinese and Filipino in the Philippines and I look like an American and most people who meet me try to speak in English but I can't tell if they're making fun of me or not...but I get that most of them make fun of me thinking I don't understand Filipino language.....but I don't actually get offended but I see how some people will automatically get offended

[@raphaelralph6521]

@@startingtech3900 also another reason why they were offended by you is because maybe they think when you use their language also is you giving the impression they're not smart enough to know another language since I 've met some Mexicans and most aren't actually the understanding type.....might not be the case for you but it is a possibility

[@tierneyk88]

I love his laugh. It's very endearing and genuine. Love watching these!

[@lizzlebizzle5003]

This makes me want to learn languages and also the content is so wholesome that I smile a lot viewing this channel. So thank you! 😊

[@paintballJohn2]

I’m waiting for a Chinese guy to just straight up say “Dude I’m from Detroit” 😂😂

[@divaaTanee]

😂😂😂😂

[@luxwx]

Karate kid?

[@DashFN69]

Oh. Uh... What's up?

[@Mister-KB]

That was actually hillarious, though I didn't notice it when I was little.

[@RLM-SS1]

I think this new drive-thru idea where they don't see your face in the beginning is your best shot at getting genuine reactions and genuine content from now on because you've become so famous that most Chinese people in NYC will immediately recognize you if you just walk into a restaurant like you've been doing the past few years. Glad to see you coming up with new ideas to make it fresh.

[@scottj8243]

Or he could just visit different cities?

[@MaksKCS]

@@scottj8243 4head

[@InspectorSplatter]

@@scottj8243 4Head just visit different cities

[@danielnoriega6655]

thing is, there's not many Chinese drive thru out there.

[@thatskyjazz]

I think they have a camera so they do see your face 🤣 you can see it on the top of the menu

[@laurakae1007]

How awesome and what a great way to build a broader sense of community for our residents from abroad ♡ I look forward to his videos/shorts so much.

[@prahladsankrti1298]

This put a smile on my face man-always appreciate your goodwill toward ppl from other cultures, hooked on your videos as a Tamil guy who lived in China, I see you speak both!

[@SS-kz7td]

I love this channel. It's kinda like playing a fun victimless joke on people, in the most positive way. Sets a good example for other youtubers that you don't have to harass or scare random people.

[@halcyon9593]

Just spend ten years learning something that isn't common for your race, culture or ethnic group 😆 Or make fake pranks for kids like rest of 'em

[@SS-kz7td]

@@halcyon9593 You got that right! There are levels to being a youtuber, this channel is legit!

[@EverythingCannabisTV]

Takes education to pull pranks like This and instead people want to take the get Rich quick scheme , this guy can speak another language and make someone laugh instead of just break the law on camera and get views for it lol

[@cafelatte1124]

You have to put fake ones into the equation also

[@SS-kz7td]

@@cafelatte1124 That's a good point, because I'd be willing to bet that the majority of them ARE fake.

[@mysteriousDSF]

This is one of the best way of making people happy. I'm a white man and I learn African languages and the speakers of said languages are so happy when they find out about it. It's a heartfelt sentiment and I can never get tired of it

[@waynewalters426]

That's super admirable. Keep on keeping on brother. What languages have you learned and where do you go to practice/talk with native speakers?

[@mysteriousDSF]

@@waynewalters426 I live in London so it's rather easy to find speakers of languages and so far I've only studied Swahili and Yoruba but I got some minimal knowledge in Akan and Chichewa

[@greeneyesfromohio4103]

@@mysteriousDSF - a Brit who speaks Swahili?! Man I’d love to see that! Post a video bro!

[@mysteriousDSF]

@@greeneyesfromohio4103 you know what I'd thought of making entertaining tiktoks of myself speaking African languages so it's certainly going to happen! Btw I'm born and raised Hungarian, been only in Britain for 2 years.

[@sosa3559]

@@mysteriousDSF totally make a tiktok that would be awesome. Let me know your handle when you make it

[@pototitobonito]

This guy is awesome!! He seems to be a nice, humble and a happy person.

[@jaimemunoz8513]

This guy's interactions with the ppl once they realize he's not a native speaker are just golden and so wholesome.. I love every single reaction to his fluency. Never get tired of it. Keep 'em coming!

[@msb5775]

A lot of people post clickbait “people said bad things about me when they didn’t think I understood” videos that are borderline racist or offensive because it’s always taken out of context. So I like this video because he’s actually being very respectful (supporting their business and quickly ordering food rather than wasting their time with a “prank”). You can tell how genuinely happy these people are to see someone who clearly appreciates their culture and language, and you can tell how happy he is that he’s making them happy.

[@rekietabeatslc9980]

I almost didn't watch as I thought it would be that sort of thing-KZbinr just wasting ppl's time & using them for content. It wasn't though, it was really sweet & genuine and everyone enjoyed the experience. My feel good vid of the day, was not expecting that. ❤️❤️❤️

[@detpistons4l401]

Is it racist bc they used them for content? That’s not racism bud

[@charlestannehill7537]

@@detpistons4l401 I think he means that it's racist to post videos of shit Asians being racist. Which is a backwards fucked up logic. Yes, the guy was nice and polite, and they had a positive interaction, but there are racist Asians. A lot of them are. I know. I'm half Chinese and speak mandarin. Wife taught me Spanish also. And I can confirm, when low-life's of another ethnic origin think you can't understand them, they talk shit in native tongue. Until you open your mouth and let them know. Then they want to back peddle. Damn shame.

[@mrgforces]

@@detpistons4l401 You clearly didn't get the context lol

[@kellyroyds5040]

MS B You realize that when you patronize foreign businesses most of the time they talk about you in their language. It may be good or bad things they're saying. Maybe people should learn to watch what they say about others because you never know if they understand your language.

[@brokeboytactical]

You have literally dispelled the rude Asian stereotype. Language barriers can be a hell of a thing and when you speak a unique hard language has as Mandarin or fuzhounese or even English. It can be really isolating. And feeling isolated can make people a little defensive. I think it's amazing what you're doing bridging those gaps in our cultures is very important

[@shaylarodriguez4003]

That’s a stereotype of Asians? Honestly, I have always heard and experienced nothing but kindness from Asians.

[@JerryGiesler09]

Fujianese? More like Fuzhounese. ;)

[@brokeboytactical]

@@JerryGiesler09 omg thank you! I'm gonna go fix that now! I thought I corrected that mistake.

[@brokeboytactical]

@@shaylarodriguez4003 sadly yes it is a stereotype. I would agree with you personally. No specific group of people are rude.

[@mr.niceguy777]

Watch some serpentza videos. You get all kinds. Rude and generous. All asians are different of course but Chinese people are typically blunt and say the first things that come to their mind. A lot of the time it's not nice when your a foreigner but you just have to take it on the chin and keep it pushing.

[@TexasDeathX]

Blowing these ppls minds when you driving up or them seeing you is great

[@Uncarlosperez]

Your channel has such happy vibes, love it.

[@thewatcher6295]

It’s nice to see the joy people feel when they see that you learned their language. It’s as if you showed them great respect to their culture.

[@faceripper77]

I speak really good Floridian English

[@Mika-ph6ku]

@@faceripper77 hardest language in the world to master

[@adrianarnillas7430]

@@faceripper77 south Florida English definitely takes skill to understand haha

[@ReptilianTeaDrinker]

@@faceripper77 You have mastered the language of the gods. lol

[@NenaMataHari]

It's the best feeling in the world. 😊

[@squibblez2517]

I love seeing peoples reactions when someone they wouldn't expect to speak their mother tongue does. It's a very lovely display of humanity, and it's something that goes overlooked a lot nowadays

[@ezikod3566]

Yeah true

[@kevster288]

Me too. I've watched hours of Laoshu's videos. They are awesome.

[@charismatic9467]

No only speak it, but speak it so well they are surprised he's american.

[@Cason767]

@@kevster288 yeah, rip

[@carina-nonbinary]

Depends. Here in Germany there are people who start talking in a way you would talk to a child when they have a conversation with someone who doesn't look Caucasian/German enough. There's nothing wholesome about that.

[@Smiley1967]

love it how you allways giving people a smile in the face when speaking their native language :D

[@cerveza2297]

I love this channel. Bringing people together ❤.

[@williamwenzel6915]

I think that is awesome. My daughter took Japanese in college and we were at Narita Airport in Tokyo going through security when my daughter started talking in Japanese to an agent asking where the food court was and what was there. The agent jaw dropped and got a big smile on her face while she talked with my daughter in Japanese. She was stunned to see a Westerner speaking her native tongue. So proud of my daughter!

[@sleepygene]

wow! if i was you i’d be proud of her too :))

[@parthsavyasachi9348]

I am surprised that anyone was surprised because Japan is full of foreigners who speak Japanese.

[@sigerlion8608]

Are Americans as proud of Japanese/Chinese/Asians speaking English? Yeah, didn't think so.

[@DieFlabbergast]

No, it's not quite like that. Your daughter only got that reaction because it was Narita Airport. The Japanese-speaking foreigners who pass through Narita are VASTLY outnumbered by the tourists, so of course she wasn't expecting her to speak Japanese. I've lived here for 46 years, and I can tell you that in 99 percent of places in the Tokyo area nobody bats an eyelid when I or any other foreigner speaks fluent Japanese. But if it were the Ginza or Roppongi or somewhere else where tourists and short-stay gaijin hang out, then, yes -- they might be surprised!

[@GodActio]

Well, that's because English is the Lingua Franca of the world at the moment, and tought as main courses in most of the world, so it isn't shocking to find someone speaking it, but finding people speaking your non-english native language can be surprising

[@OpenCourse556]

It is like the kindest of practical jokes. No feelings hurt, everyone smiling and laughing... good times.

[@jamesp13152]

They were very happily confused. All good fun, made them laugh, loved it.

[@user-qv6fg1zr6y]

It is kinda weird though, just because he’s not Asian he must not be good at the language? But I guess they aren’t used to foreigners.

[@Cacowninja]

It's not a joke, he's just speaking their language.

[@mysticflow467]

@@user-qv6fg1zr6y this is restaurants through america though right? they'd be right 99% of the time.. or more it's not that they expect him to be poor at chinese, it's that they didn't expect a white person to come up speaking Chinese at all in america... where you can order with english and nobody speaks chinese

[@OpenCourse556]

@@Cacowninja Clearly it wasn't a joke, hence "it is like..."

[@battlcats_player44]

Put a smile on my face. I love this.

[@DoomerSong]

Your videos always cheer me up. Thanks!

[@jdubbersw777]

Never in life have I seen a drive thru for Chinese food. I'm so jealous. We need that asap!!!👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@macuser1232]

I guess NYC does have some perks despite being super crowded and expensive lol

[@polemic_channel]

the only thing that pops up on google maps for me is panda express

[@yearight6294]

@@macuser1232 these are in houston i think.

[@janellek21]

@@macuser1232 That wasn't NYC. Look at the palm trees next to the restaurant.

[@VAFranky]

All we have is Panda Express. They’re always out of Teriyaki Chicken and the rest of their stuff isn’t as good as regular family owned Chinese places. I’d love if they had drive thrus.

[@leonardsvideos4659]

Don't know why, but the reactions in this one where particularly heartwarming. Love your content! Keep it up!

[@fishyrainbow9464]

They were humbling and genuinely excited and happy for him 😊

[@ipaint00]

Absolutely

[@CREEDO.]

*so wholesome and so beautiful, this is amazing! i fw this heavy*

[@frankrizzo3078]

I love the brightness of smiles and the surprises and laughter, not trying to sound weird about it, but it's really nice and fun to be able to share in these moments 😇 so thank you for sharing 😎

[@pmiller7886]

I never get tired of your content Xiaoma, so uplifting when people react to your speaking their languages... gogo Ari~!

[@epictrooper2568]

For a second I read "I always get tired of your content," but glad I was wrong.

[@pmiller7886]

@@epictrooper2568 sorry Epic, clumsy phrasing on my part 😬

[@thegrimmretails3777]

Just goes to show, there's a difference between speaking and communicating. Anyone can learn to speak a language. But what's communicated in these exchanges is the fact that we are all neighbors in a big global community.

[@kevinmalone3210]

I'm always impressed with how he can break down barriers with Chinese people when he speaks their language.

[@johnpeterson2987]

What barriers?

[@supermutant963]

@@johnpeterson2987 I believe the barrier that prevents people from different countries and cultures to understand each other because of different languages.

[@GlassOnion23]

@@johnpeterson2987 Uh, the language barrier? I'm not sure if you're serious with this question or what.

[@johnpeterson2987]

@@GlassOnion23 You think he meant he's impressed how he can understand what they're saying because he speaks Chinese? He probably would have just said he's impressed he learned Chinese. I think he means some other kind of barriers.

[@GlassOnion23]

@@johnpeterson2987 Again, sorry but I'm struggling to understand what's so difficult about what he said. He's impressed that, by being able to understand and speak fluent Chinese, he can break down the barriers that are invariably there between people who don't share a common language, barriers that prevent one from ever being able to get a sense of who another person is, much less fully understand them. I guess I can understand your confusion if you're genuinely not familiar with phrases like "language barrier", "barriers to communication", "communication difficulty" and so on.

[@jamesproudlove1527]

That was so good. It made my day. Thank you.

[@kastrooutlaw]

In a World where there is imminent war, all kinds of negativity, this dudes 2 minute Video brings so much joy to people, thats amazing

[@CitizenOfSymphonia]

War is usually a play for the rich and powerful to get more money and power. This time is no different. Most people don't want to fight.

[@CitizenOfSymphonia]

@@sktoh4469 They want this conflict so damn bad its pathetic to watch.

[@g60force]

@ᑎᒍᑌᑎᗪᗩᒪ🔞 `18... nah that's to old... NEXT! XD

[@basil7292]

@@sktoh4469 who is brandon

[@RocketSw0rd]

@@basil7292 It's political. You can google it if you want. (On second thought, don't bother. Especially if you aren't an adult, since it's vulgar.) No need to get into those discussions in KZbin comments. Just enjoy the nice videos that Xiaoma posts.

[@jukio02]

Wait a minute, I didn't know drive thrus for Chinese restaurants existed. *Mind Blown*

[@guidancefromjah]

Same...

[@8543960]

Exactly what I thought. 😄

[@robe.2424]

We need some of these out here!

[@tonyawms3186]

Me neither. I was happy to see a drive thru Chinese restaurant.

[@kaon21]

Chinese people are everywhere honestly even in my country (Albania Europe) u can see many traderes and Chinese restaurants

[@spiritualwarrior4484]

Love it..Beautiful human-BEINGS...Peace be with you...

[@marcm1422]

Freaking amazing you speak any language so well, simply wow👏👏👏

[@frankthomas1423]

Its awesome how when they hear you speak its like instant respect for you because you learned their language....

[@jifaraata9668]

𝐒͠𝐩͠𝐞͠𝐜͠𝐢͠𝐚͠𝐥͠ 𝐝͠𝐚͠𝐭͠𝐢͠𝐧͠𝐠͠ 𝐟͠𝐨͠𝐫͠ 𝐲͠𝐨͠𝐮͠➺ sexy-nudegirls.host Anna is a beautiful girl. He's the person I love, he's my light day. The way the music flows and sounds is extravagant and fun. Anna is icon, legend, beautiful girl, princess, inspiration, a star. I could go on and on, understand this. I love NBA Anna.#垃圾

[@Mantamm]

✊🏼

[@elturtle4739]

Watching the language barrier be torn down as a bilingual person is such a satisfying feeling, to see a wave of relief go over the people you talk to is so nice. It feels much more personal.

[@BryanM86]

I would love to see the video of a white person asking a Chinese person why they can speak English

[@elturtle4739]

@@BryanM86 it’s one thing if a white person asks that in America, it’s another if they ask that while living in China or a non-English majority country

[@BryanM86]

@@elturtle4739 doubtful either situation it would be deemed as racist

[@elturtle4739]

@@BryanM86 wrong, in China if you ask that it’s very normal cuz no one is expected to know English in a country where the majority of natives speak mandarin, Cantonese, or some other language native to the region It’s like if someone from Guatemala came to America and don’t speak English yet are surprised when a white person can speak Spanish with them, and inevitably ask “how’d you learn to speak Spanish?”

[@DsgSleazy]

@@elturtle4739 He's a troll crying in the comments and trying to race bait.

[@miikkafisher8565]

I was watching this video on auto play scrolling through KZbin but I had to click the video and watch two adds to give you a like because it made me smile so big.

[@MaltaMcMurchy]

LOL this is literally too funny! 🤣

[@theironrhino110]

As an English speaker who was born, raised, and lives living in Quebec I find that speaking French to a French Quebecer immediately puts you on their good side regardless of what you’re talking about. Even if you’re not that great at French as long as you try they will slow down and make it easier for you to understand. I’m also trying to learn German since my Mother’s family immigrated from Prussia in 1870 and I always wanted to learn the language of my great-great grandparents.

[@Izik8890]

Learning German can be really fun if you know English. Some similarities and false friends are absolutely hilarious !

[@DouchebagDex]

@@DragonQueenOfLittleEarth Germanic roots are mostly from the original Anglo-Saxon settlers (and some other Germanic tribes) as well as Scandinavian influence. Celts aren't Germanic, they are Celtic. They also didn't have that much influence over the English language.

[@abudhabicv580]

Ne tinquiete pas mon tabarnak, on t'apprecie

[@phatrickmoore]

I can communicate very basically in French and visited my grandmas side of the family who live just south of Quebec City (Saint-Frederic, Thetford Mines area). Can confirm, there were definitely kind people willing to slow down and talk with me ;P it was really nice of them

[@fabulamcafee]

then stop speaking french and invade that shit | for germany, you better learn arabic

[@0kieD0kiee]

You could tell how flattered he was when the drive through guy said “I couldn’t tell you’re not from china!” So sweet

[@zacheray]

For anyone learning a language, that’s like receiving the Olympic gold medal. We all dream of it.

[@WMDistraction]

In China you get that compliment a lot, deservedly or no. I got it within a year of starting to learn when I just said, “Uh huh, no, sure, okay” repeatedly and then gave an address and phone number. 😂 That said, his Chinese is great (better than mine), but there are some very white-sounding pronunciations sprinkled in there (肉，ròu, meat - hard to get right cuz the “Chinese” r is juuuust different enough; if we wanna get critical, 小, xiǎo, small - the x/sh distinction is tough). Over a speaker it probably sounds native or near-native, though, so kinda irrelevant - especially since language is ultimately about communication and socialization anyhow - just thought it might be interesting

[@ccLA08]

You sir are what i aspire to be. Its amazing the amount of languages you can speak

[@unknown6561]

I couldn't stop smiling, you're awesome!!

[@pherrishill2570]

Always makes me happy how amazingly excited people get when they hear you speak fluently in their own language. Lots of nice people out there in this world and you do an incredible job of promoting the humanity in every one.

[@jifaraata9668]

𝐒͠𝐩͠𝐞͠𝐜͠𝐢͠𝐚͠𝐥͠ 𝐝͠𝐚͠𝐭͠𝐢͠𝐧͠𝐠͠ 𝐟͠𝐨͠𝐫͠ 𝐲͠𝐨͠𝐮͠➺ sexy-nudegirls.host Anna is a beautiful girl. He's the person I love, he's my light day. The way the music flows and sounds is extravagant and fun. Anna is icon, legend, beautiful girl, princess, inspiration, a star. I could go on and on, understand this. I love NBA Anna.#垃圾

[@mariamyousef4224]

@@jifaraata9668 😐

[@r.j3423]

I’m half Korean, half Mexican but I grew up in Texas were there’s a huge Mexican population, so I always felt more connected to Mexican culture. My siblings and I can speak korean, but my parents always made speaking only Spanish mandatory at home since in the US it’s one of the most used languages other than English (korean, not so much). I visited my moms hometown in Mexico last year and I still remember seeing the relief in peoples faces when they realized they didn’t have to speak English to me or since I have more Asian features, whatever language they thought I spoke lol. also this one time, I was in busan visiting my dads brothers and I saw this foreign middle age lady looking lost. I went over and spoke to her in English thinking she was from the states. She said she was from Spain so when I busted out my Spanish she was so hyped, it made me realize how beautiful being multilingual is.

[@taytaycantsing]

you thought she was american because she was white?

[@dhgemein2]

@@taytaycantsing That's a real thing in Korea. Most people assume that if you're white you must be American. It didn't bother me as a Canadian, but my Russian friends were irked by it.

[@davida4389]

@@taytaycantsing Who cares if they assumed she was american? Im spanish but theres more chance of that woman speaking english than other any language, USA is the third country with the most population, and USA citizens are the 4th population who visit Korea the most (the first three places are taken by asian countries (china, Japan, Taiwan)) so its normal to assume she was american, the guy just spoke her in english which may be the most common language for white ppl

[@taytaycantsing]

@@davida4389 oh so youre from spain? How would you react if an american went to your country and started to force you to speak english??? Wouldnt that be weird? I dont want foreigners to force me into speaking a different language in my OWN country

[@Z6D4C4]

@@taytaycantsing No one's forcing you to do anything.

[@PhillyLittles]

This love how everyone's face lights up and they realize this man can speak their language. It's just beautiful

[@DoNtCaReBrO_305]

You gotta do like 8,000 more of these bro. These are awesome.

[@sahillsekhon3]

The reactions are always so wholesome. People appreciate others learning their language it means a lot to them to know their culture is everywhere and it’s loved around the world by many not just themselves.

[@geoffpoole483]

Making the effort to learn a foreign language is very rewarding.

[@littlemister96]

My dad learned french and went to Paris, and most people he talked to could speak English but appreciated even attempting to speak French.

[@NaeJoy]

I actually think it seems a bit racist, as they are being presumptuous that someone with a different appearance to themselves shouldn’t be able to speak their language

[@blackkyurem720]

@@NaeJoy In their experience most foreigners can't or don't speak their language well so it's a suprise when someone does. They usually just experience their own kind speaking like that so it's the norm for them.

[@MrAsynchro]

@@NaeJoy How is that being racist lmao

[@ADGarvey1]

I LOVE how happy you make people when you speak their language.

[@wileecoyote5749]

Ask ChYYYna

[@user-je2qr3xx3w]

@Alice stop flexing

[@user-je2qr3xx3w]

@ Laoshi stop starting stuff

[@user-je2qr3xx3w]

Problem solved

[@tonytan1591]

yes, I agree with you, I was the guy who was at the window, and when he pulls up to the window, I feel like talk with someone from the same place where I grow up . psychologically ,it makes you trust the person who speak your language better than the one who doesn't ...

[@robk5745]

Breaking down barriers my friend, proud of you!

[@mrp8231]

Much respect to this guy. Chinese is not easy to learn at all. This was awesome bro🔥💯

[@nataliaprzeszowska]

I’ve been thinking how many of us generally expect foreigners to speak or at least understand English, and how often some even get mad if someone doesn’t speak it well “enough” yet, but we can learn from the people in the video. Look at how polite and genuinely happy they are! It’s heart warming.

[@michaelnee1475]

Yes true. I always try to speak the bit i know and it still gives smiles on peoples faces, its broken language often but i atleast try

[@trumtrum5136]

Who is we?

[@hannahtaylor2242]

There is worse. English speakers going to foreign countries, speaking english everywhere and not making a slight effort when people don't understand them. So many of them don't even try to say hello or thank you in the local language, and complain after that people are rude. This is so annoying !

[@michaelnee1475]

@@hannahtaylor2242 oh yeah my english speaking is not bad but i seen some people from london visit my country and they just assume that we all speak english. Now i do live in netherlands and we are a very cultural country and it is true that alot do speak english. I think its rude to not try to speak the language of the country because im someone that always wants to have a "taste" of the culture and language is part of thst

[@joemanning90]

Who gets mad? Hate it when people generalise and say “we”

[@ThesmartestTem]

When I was a teen working as a waitress, two Mexican customers were shit talking me in Spanish. So I decided to come back and take their drink orders in Spanish. They were quite mortified. And never would have expected little ol' blond haired, blue-eyed 17 year old white girl me had been studying the language for 5 years by that point. 🤣 Another time a friend of mine was speaking to her grandma in Romanian on the phone while out shopping. Some woman walked past her and muttered: "this is America we speak English". My friend shouted at her "I speak English just fine but do you mind if I talk to my grandma in Romania who doesn't?" You never know who speaks what and it's not something you can judge just by looking at a person. Don't be an asshole. :)

[@marklammas2465]

Your friend's reply was the perfect riposte.

[@harrison3573]

🙄

[@sofitocyn100]

Karen level: maximum

[@johnpauljonesisabadass8134]

Oh shit that rhymed. I'm a rap god

[@mishaslilbae828]

I've seen that video before, grandma one

[@MM_2535]

Xiaoma, your laugh is contagious lol!!

[@citizengar]

I think this is my favorite. I love their reactions.

[@Moloko_b]

That woman’s reaction was amazing lol like have I got the right car? 😂❤️❤️❤️👍🏻 I love the way people are totally blown away by your fluency of the languages you know. Makes you wonder what the world would be like if we understood everyone? 🤔❤️👍🏻 Take it easy, Xiaoma

[@plourde98]

Beautiful. It’s like when I used to sign with deaf people at my old job, the light in someone’s eyes when you speak to them fluently in their native language is all worth it. Every single language is beautiful and can make people feel at home and comfortable.

[@OrangeGraffiti]

And deaf people are always SO excited to talk with you! I worked as a cook at a sandwich shop once and someone at the register couldn't take this guy's order, he was deaf and getting frustrated with the cashier. I saw what was happening and came over, resolved the issue, and had a small chat with the customer too ("where did you learn ASL??" and all that haha). When I turned around to get back to work, most of my coworkers were standing behind me, watching the exchange. They were flabbergasted lol

[@plourde98]

@@OrangeGraffiti that’s awesome! I took five years of ASL between HS and college and then happened to move to a community close to a lot of deaf families, so a a while ago when I was working in a grocery store I’d get a lot of opportunities to sign with some of them. They always made my day and I hope I made them a little happier too

[@danielturcotte9146]

I took sign language classes in college for my ex gf and it was a great time for me but after we broke up I had forgotten most of it.

[@minoltaaraya]

That’s so awesome!! 😍 Love all these stories, question for the folks who are fluent in ASL- I noticed the op said they studied 5 years, so time spent learning is definitely a factor but any tips on where to start and how to better retain the knowledge of what you’ve learned? I am trying to learn and am typically pretty quick at picking up languages- well speaking them at least, 😅 I started learning French in 1st grade, I think it helps me with different intonations that don’t necessarily come easy to the majority of Americans- but my grammar is atrocious- anywho when I try to sign, I just get so frustrated. I have trouble even getting my hands to make the correct shape and can’t seem to remember a single sign, even after going over it a bunch of times. I have a friend who is deaf, we text and sometimes we chat with a notepad, plus she reads lips incredibly well but she shouldn’t have to. I want her to know I care and value her, I REALLY want to learn but I feel like something’s just not working- it’s a disconnect from my brain to my hands or something idk? I would definitely appreciate any tips though! 🥺 🙏🏾

[@superiorgas294]

I never get tired of it. I envy your ability sir. Bravo.

[@screamingfury1521]

This guy makes people’s day just by talking 😂 love it

[@joeyn.1003]

Ah man. Was having a terrible day all day but decided to watch this before I went to bed. Going to sleep with a smile ready for a better day tomorrow. Thank you xiaomanyc!

[@Swertresron111]

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[@mikeoxlong567]

Hope your days have been better since bro!

[@popadopalus1919]

ya, i just found out the dad from the Bucket Head Nation channel past away, i watched them for 5 years and this made me feel a little better

[@bluehaven8472]

@@popadopalus1919 yea that was rough news

[@marcusfenix9534]

I've had the same experience after living in Italy for two years. I knew the language barrier would be a problem and that several departments and work centers throughout the base had Italian employees. Everything from the DMV, government motor pool, housing office, even the shipping/receiving shop had Italian people. Learning the language helped me accomplish tasks and I was called upon to translate at times. It paid dividends when traveling to Venice, Florence, Sicily and Rome. The locals were shocked that a black American Navy member took the time to learn their culture and then apply it on a regular basis. Many doors and opportunities came from being open minded.

[@thisgarbageiscoralgable.88]

EXCELLENT.

[@dennissch.5014]

very good and true comment! 💪

[@hmax1591]

It works with white people too.

[@MrTheLionKing1986]

Yay man! Hope you're having a great time here in Italy ❤️

[@marcusfenix9534]

@@MrTheLionKing1986 I left last year in August. I love America. I swore an oath to protect her, but I found peace and happiness in Italy. And that's priceless!! First chance I get I'm going back.

[@Redneckwoman1026]

Aww this is so wholesome. Just making people comfortable and connecting to them through their language. So cool. He even laughs like a Chinaman 🤣 I wanna learn Chinese now!

[@Ikniteverything247]

This brings me joy watching these. 😂

[@GothicG]

It always baffles me how bubblier and happier people become when you communicate to them in their native language, just feels so good seeing people so genuinely happy just having a basic conversation :) Edit: Aww shucks you guys! Thanks for the likes 👊

[@joanneberg8093]

Imagine if we spoke with indigenous Americans in their native languages

[@Revelator2025]

@@joanneberg8093 I would love that.

[@joanneberg8093]

@@Revelator2025 you can find KZbinrs teaching their native languages

[@AramatiPaz]

Someone once said "If you speak with someone in a language they understand, you can touch their minds. If you speak with someone in their native language, you can touch their hearts. " Or was it soul? Well, you get the idea.

[@dragonweirdocreap]

It's way more personal. It's specially impactful when your abroad. For example it wouldn't be as impactful to talk to a foreigner that's fluent in your language, it would be very neat that's for sure. On the other hand imagine that you've been living in a different country for awhile or even just visiting, hearing someone communicate in your native language is just pure joy, it has a very comforting. Now add the fact that he isn't Chinese into the mix and it's now a spectacle as well lmao.

[@PrincessAdobo]

“Now I’ve seen it all!” How cute!!!!! Seeing you put those smiles on them make me so happy! Keep doing what you’re doing.

[@AudreyNguyenVlogs]

That was my fav part

[@minime6814]

Cool videos. I like them a lot. You are just talking, in a foreign language, and you are getting millions of views. Amazing.

[@danellboy5757]

I just have a smile on my face throughout these videos 😊

[@carlosheredia6776]

I love how they change their energy to friendly just for learning their language I feel like it’s a great respect especially to elderly

[@Bunnybunny5656]

It means allot to anyone in Asian really, it means you took the time to respect our languages and learn it meaning you may care about us to an extent and that means allot to use.

[@Skype93]

@@Bunnybunny5656 very interesting 🤔

[@pipilili6241]

This is true also for southeast asian. We really respect any foreigners who tried to understand our language and culture 😁

[@wyattliu3637]

Feel ashamed, after so many years in Canada, still cannot really fool people over the phone. Well done!

[@friedchicken1]

I also wanna learn canadian. i wish I spoke it

[@Alexander_l322]

@@friedchicken1 I think the key is to say sorry for everything and add ‘eh’ to the end of sentences

[@VenomousCosmo]

@Oren Black Nonzenze

[@Aburner960]

@Oren Black jesus christ

[@god-zilla4233]

@YKHMA did u hear xQc talking? 😂😂😂

[@samuelallen8945]

One of the best channels on KZbin.

[@ssfn1_]

Cool, his videos are so wholesome

[@andrewwatson9805]

Learning another language and speaking it to native speakers has to be one of the best ways of demonstrating respect for them and their culture.

[@adamoneill7371]

This has got to be one of the best reactions yet! From her confused look, to how he quite literally knocked her off her feet she was so surprised! Had that wall not been there I think she would have fallen over from shock! I love this channel, and as some others have pointed out, it is such a positive and harmless "pranks" and almost always seems to get people opening up and brightens their day!

[@miamitten1123]

No vegetables. No seasoning.....typical white boi.

[@laff000]

I find this whole run of videos very entertaining and a welcome break from all of the crap going on in the world.

[@redloops306]

I love seeing when these pop up on my feed

[@maddengawd5773]

When she said “Now I’ve seen it all” I could not stop laughing. That is so awesome Edit: Thanks for all the likes everyone!

[@anoverengineereddildo3322]

Yeah awesome when someone’s racist UNLESS THEY’RE WHITE THEN BAD CANCELLED OMG

[@adinacurtaz]

The other way round it would be considered soo racist haha

[@anoverengineereddildo3322]

@@adinacurtaz yea

[@ashrise]

@@adinacurtaz English is one of the most wide-spread language. Chinese is not, for now.

[@nikolaisalikov1257]

Chinese is second to English.

[@jomaholmalwasser7809]

I met a Chinese man in Germany, he could talk polish, because his grandmother was polish. This was really interesting and I didn't expect this. Never ever

[@LHyoutube]

Chinese. Germany. Polish. All get capital letters 😛

[@geoffpoole483]

Many years ago I visited Northern Ireland and phoned a youth hostel to book accommodation.The person I spoketo had a very broad Belfast accent. When I arrived at the hostel I discovered he was Chinese. Northern Ireland is probably 95% white and I just didn't expect anyone different to speak in such a broad accent.

[@parthsavyasachi9348]

I was once talking to a Japanese tourist in Japanese in Germany and i am indian. It was amusing situation.

[@nojimmyray]

I LOVE these videos....never nasty and always so endearing

[@bigal1337]

A smile in my morning! Thanks Xiaoma!

[@joemohan9165]

I love these videos! Nice to see something besides negative crap and vitriol on the internet. The expressions on the Chinese folks faces is priceless. Keep up the good work. This is a very feel-good video. 👍🇺🇸

[@AudreyNguyenVlogs]

Your videos always make me smile! I studied Chinese for 3 semesters in the US and one semester in Beijing. It’s such a fun language.

[@mudflapsmoviereviews]

Take notes people. Never be afraid to learn a new language, it can pay off well for you and the people who speak the language fluently really appreciate it when someone tries to learn their language, especially when it is not their first language

[@emm6155]

You really need to know Chinese in America 😂 F that let them learn English . In NYC they have stores for many many years and still can’t speak a lock of English other then the price . As an American . I really don’t understand why we still support them all they do is bring their money back to China . They NEVER invest in our economy

[@michellemullins444]

Yes! Definitely!

[@HUYI1]

This is why I like to learn new languages while I can, it's annoying tho when some are harder than others

[@BryanM86]

I would love to see the video of a white person asking a Chinese person why they can speak English

[@laurao3274]

I find this to be particularly true for Americans, since most of us never learn a foreign language. People are always shocked to find out I speak their language. They always assume I have family from whatever country.

[@MetaView7]

I am learning more about New York than any other tour videos. LOL Thank you for taking us to all the nooks and crannies.