White Guy Shocks Entire African Family By Speaking Nigerian Languages

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  • čas přidán 14. 10. 2021
  • People always seem to have extremely positive reactions to me as a white guy speaking African languages, and I love connecting with people in this way, so I’ve been spending the last three months studying Yoruba and Igbo, both Nigerian languages, and in this video I visit a Nigerian neighborhood in New Jersey to test out my language skills. If you’re interested in visiting some of the places I visit in this video, you can check out, in order:
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    1057 Springfield Ave, Irvington, NJ 07111
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    Mama Afrika Food
    232 S Orange Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
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  • @P4ndieEy3ss
    @P4ndieEy3ss Před 2 lety +11331

    Imagine hearing your language and seeing someone has taken the time to learn and come out to the community to be a friend. It’s heartwarming.

    • @DebsStuffs
      @DebsStuffs Před 2 lety +67

      Exactly

    • @randallhartung9974
      @randallhartung9974 Před 2 lety +124

      I do it everyday with English.

    • @rmp5640
      @rmp5640 Před 2 lety +149

      @@randallhartung9974 Lol English is basically no 1 language and these Yoruba and Igbo are much harder, Chinese as well. And this guy doesn't even live in Nigeria or China.

    • @eddysadventures5691
      @eddysadventures5691 Před 2 lety +21

      Yeah, let's get YT to promote Africans going to European countries and speaking their languages. You think they'd do it, or would that be going against the grain?

    • @alejandroalomusik
      @alejandroalomusik Před 2 lety

      the next goal.

  • @kanister21
    @kanister21 Před 2 lety +3175

    I'm waiting for a video with the title "human guy shocks entire bird family by twittering sparrow language"

  • @half_blood_
    @half_blood_ Před 2 lety +3652

    “If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his own language, that goes to his heart.”
    - Nelson Mandela

    • @nonchablunt
      @nonchablunt Před 2 lety +17

      anyone who doubts it just needs to see this or some other videos :)

    • @klc2002
      @klc2002 Před 2 lety +12

      Beautiful.

    • @dapooramericanhomesteadfar7192
      @dapooramericanhomesteadfar7192 Před 2 lety +5

      Beautiful speechless.

    • @-scrim
      @-scrim Před rokem

      Ah yes, I too love quoting degenerate terrorists. What next, Hitler quotes? How about Stalin?

    • @TheOriginalTuhat
      @TheOriginalTuhat Před rokem +17

      “And if you put a tire around a man’s neck and light it on fire, that goes straight to his soul.” ~Nelson Mandela

  • @voxolotl6894
    @voxolotl6894 Před rokem +847

    To be called "my brother" so genuinely is so heartwarming.

  • @VideoGamesExtras
    @VideoGamesExtras Před 2 lety +2967

    As a Nigerian, I couldn't stop smiling while watching this video. I never thought growing up, one day I would watch a Caucasian in America speaking youruba. God bless you.

    • @dotunn
      @dotunn Před 2 lety +37

      Theres a video of an older caucasian American woman who lived in Nigeria in the 1980s, her Yoruba is nearly exceptional and is the best i have ever seen from a caucasian. czcams.com/video/QVp5z7yQvbQ/video.html

    • @fbean2489
      @fbean2489 Před 2 lety +41

      I m lucky enough I m able to speak a few languages, but this guy is of a different level....what takes me a month it seems takes him a day. ...

    • @divinest
      @divinest Před 2 lety +4

      I swear

    • @ALivingFlame
      @ALivingFlame Před 2 lety +14

      Thank you for using the proper term "Caucasian"! God bless you friend ♥️

    • @amazonlord6915
      @amazonlord6915 Před 2 lety +9

      He’s Jewish

  • @juliandeveaux2848
    @juliandeveaux2848 Před 2 lety +5225

    It's always the best feeling ever when people get excited because someone else is speaking their language. It's the best feeling because you enjoy it as much as they do. Even just watching this video makes you smile the whole time Haha

    • @crowtales8828
      @crowtales8828 Před 2 lety +24

      Yeah it’s great to see so much positivity around in a gloomy world,, 👍🏻🇬🇧👍🏻 I know practice makes perfect but honestly trying languages is not for me can hardly speak English properly but much respect to others who try and master it

    • @BobbyP598
      @BobbyP598 Před 2 lety +6

      @@crowtales8828 you're missing out seriously missing out. You cannot continue to miss out or you'll be left behind. Grab a dictionary and learn everything on sight before your life passes you in the blind of an eye.

    • @nuckingfuts7688
      @nuckingfuts7688 Před 2 lety +6

      I can’t stop smiling when I see videos like this one. I would love to know the feeling but I only speak English 😭🤣

    • @AlanHernandez-jg1xv
      @AlanHernandez-jg1xv Před 2 lety +5

      Your profile picture looks like The Flag of Bahamas

    • @juliandeveaux2848
      @juliandeveaux2848 Před 2 lety +10

      @@nuckingfuts7688 It's never too late to start. You heard him say he started 3 months ago. Imagine if you had started 3 months ago. Either start now or be three months onto the future thinking about how you would have been three months on your way to fluency in another language if you had started three months ago. Just do it it doesn't hurt and if you don't like it there's nothing stopping you from stopping. My advice: Enjoy the process haha!

  • @danwashereman
    @danwashereman Před 2 lety +2308

    What blows my mind is how fast he’s able to learn these languages. How does he do it? Is it just some superpower you’re born with? It really inspires me to learn other languages so I can connect with people from other cultures.

    • @thedumbfeed8889
      @thedumbfeed8889 Před 2 lety +375

      I think it helps that he has learned other languages it just makes your brain think differently.

    • @rogerelzenga4465
      @rogerelzenga4465 Před 2 lety +298

      Its quite easy, just learn the words and forget about grammar..... people will automaticly understand you no matter if it was correct or not and will help you.... people get too stuck up about learning EVERYTHING of saidlanguage... and end up giving up before giving it a try..... hard part is getting someone to practice with....

    • @htwa
      @htwa Před 2 lety +160

      I assume he predicts how the conversation will go and focuses on learning relevant words/phrases

    • @mikeymike758
      @mikeymike758 Před 2 lety +62

      The Man's brain is definitely wired differently. He should be scientifically studied. 😁

    • @ravensiIva
      @ravensiIva Před 2 lety +51

      It's all about time and discipline. He devotes all his time into it.

  • @R2d2..
    @R2d2.. Před 2 lety +387

    He should go back to the first Nigerian store he went to last time and should show them how he improved
    I‘m sure they gonna love it !

  • @jeffmorse645
    @jeffmorse645 Před 2 lety +2728

    Africans are such friendly, kind people. I'd love to tour the continent one day.

    • @dalesfailssagaofasuslord783
      @dalesfailssagaofasuslord783 Před 2 lety +89

      There’s a channel called Bald and Bankrupt where this guy just travels the world and records it all. He’s a British guy that speaks fluent Russian so a lot of the channel is him in Eastern Europe but he’s explored Africa a bit and has some great videos recording it all.

    • @jeffmorse645
      @jeffmorse645 Před 2 lety +24

      @@dalesfailssagaofasuslord783 I've watched some of his videos. I'll take a look.

    • @janis7077
      @janis7077 Před 2 lety +10

      @@dalesfailssagaofasuslord783 A couple years ago there was someone who had a lot of good evidence pointing towards bald and bankrupt being a sex tourist.

    • @Yintheone
      @Yintheone Před 2 lety +4

      @@janis7077 tf is that?

    • @joegramlich
      @joegramlich Před 2 lety +6

      @@Yintheone oh no

  • @TheRealGuywithoutaMustache
    @TheRealGuywithoutaMustache Před 2 lety +3276

    I love how gifted he is in learning languages, it’s so impressive.

    • @Sanatic14
      @Sanatic14 Před 2 lety +4

      First reply hehe

    • @xeedonash4491
      @xeedonash4491 Před 2 lety +3

      Hello!

    • @joshbruns9146
      @joshbruns9146 Před 2 lety +125

      He is not gifted he just worked very hard studying many languages making it, in the long run, easier than most people to learn a language.

    • @jeanetten.s.8557
      @jeanetten.s.8557 Před 2 lety +61

      Also as someone who is speaking 4 languages (2 fluent, one conversational, the last still learning) you notice that a lot of language has a lot of similarities, and learning more makes it easier. Give it a try after your second language, the third, fourth, etc becomes easier.

    • @TRiXz_2K
      @TRiXz_2K Před 2 lety +64

      Saying he’s gifted is an insult to how much he actually studies different languages. Anyone can learn a language it just takes time and effort which most people don’t want to put in

  • @jg7923
    @jg7923 Před 2 lety +625

    Man, just look at the joy this guy gives people by speaking their language.

  • @dancedricarevalo699
    @dancedricarevalo699 Před rokem +165

    I'm integrating that statement in my life: "all is peaceful with you?". Such a nice way to greet and connect with people and also protect your peace.
    Thank you Yoruban language ♥️

    • @huriye161
      @huriye161 Před rokem +2

      A lot of languages great people like that for example I’m from Turkey and if you want to greet somebody in the Islamic way you say Al Salam Alaykom which means peace be upon you

    • @jaddal2215
      @jaddal2215 Před rokem

      @@huriye161 yeah, that statement was influenced into Yoruba language from Islam

    • @omoladelekan5139
      @omoladelekan5139 Před rokem +1

      @@jaddal2215 that's a lie.

    • @jaddal2215
      @jaddal2215 Před rokem

      @@omoladelekan5139 Here's proof to shut you up. @omoladelekan5139 Salaam wa alaikum = may peace be upon you
      Wa alaikum as salaam = and may peace be upon you.
      Both common forms of greetings, when Islam reached Africa it heavily influenced their language and culture. Yoruba language has been so much influenced by Arabic through various linguistic borrowings that Yoruba migration is said to come from Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Internal proofs of Yoruba’s early contact with Arabic and Islamic institutions are in the literature of Ifa poetry.
      Want more evidence? Or you want to call people liars without doing research?

    • @kimchi_bokum_bap_baby
      @kimchi_bokum_bap_baby Před 9 měsíci

      ​@@huriye161I love how perfectly you said that.. like phoenirically. Wa-alai-kum salaam sister ❤

  • @johnreeves3876
    @johnreeves3876 Před 2 lety +969

    Its great to see that auntie really test his skills and grill him a bit.

    • @BabaToss
      @BabaToss Před 2 lety +7

      No John Reeves only John Xena Bing Chilling.

    • @shiro182
      @shiro182 Před 2 lety +57

      Yes she's building his character by grilling him 😂

    • @lumpz7043
      @lumpz7043 Před 2 lety +78

      @@shiro182 its what Nigerian aunties are best at 😂😂

    • @Queer_Nerd_For_Human_Justice
      @Queer_Nerd_For_Human_Justice Před 2 lety +25

      That was like a language-learning bossfight. And he did great :O

    • @brianjschumer
      @brianjschumer Před 2 lety +14

      Shes not kidding either, if he wants to learn more she would work with him..I have no doubt she would.

  • @ParagonPKC
    @ParagonPKC Před 2 lety +1775

    I spoke Chinese with someone yesterday! I'd been working up the courage and practice with a stranger, but you and Laoushu gave me strength!! My heart was pounding but it was so rewarding

    • @2003Marius
      @2003Marius Před 2 lety +191

      RIP Laoushu 🤲

    • @sonnystormg
      @sonnystormg Před 2 lety +9

      That’s amazing :)

    • @jeanetten.s.8557
      @jeanetten.s.8557 Před 2 lety +4

      Laoushu? Is that someone's name? Or are you trying to say laoshi? (teacher)
      Not judging btw, Chinese is hard and maybe youre only learning for conversation which is not a bad place to start. Mistakes are natural and its only by making them do you learn.

    • @christopherbrandsema6056
      @christopherbrandsema6056 Před 2 lety +125

      @@jeanetten.s.8557 he was another language youtuber, amazing linguist, passed away a lil bit ago

    • @SL-pg4dh
      @SL-pg4dh Před 2 lety +40

      @@jeanetten.s.8557 I think Laoshu (rip) said his name means mouse in Mandarin or something to the fact.

  • @betelgoose8164
    @betelgoose8164 Před rokem +92

    Nigerians have the best vibes! You can tell how genuinely happy and appreciative they are to hear someone speak their language. Nigerians are awesome people! ❤️

    • @VanessaSele
      @VanessaSele Před 11 měsíci +4

      as a nigerian, thank for saying this ❤❤

    • @kathconserv
      @kathconserv Před 10 měsíci +4

      It’s true. I’m married to one.

  • @jonathanvilla7280
    @jonathanvilla7280 Před 2 lety +62

    I can already hear Laoshu's infamous laugh when people would freak out. I know he's up there smiling bc they legacy continues and the polyglot community is expanding daily!

  • @evermar1
    @evermar1 Před 2 lety +312

    To hear " all is peaceful with you?" is a wonderful greeting.

    • @Gabrielnobre
      @Gabrielnobre Před 2 lety +2

      I though the same thing.

    • @thephantomzoneboxing
      @thephantomzoneboxing Před 2 lety +1

      @@Makethemostofit1 and then murder the infidel very peaceful

    • @preciousalamu
      @preciousalamu Před 2 lety +1

      The traditional response is Adúpé meaning We're thankful(to God)

  • @IndigoRoses7
    @IndigoRoses7 Před 2 lety +1682

    You are continuing Laoshu's legacy of bringing the world together through the gift of breaking language barriers and delighting the unexpected Native speakers. The world needs togetherness is these trying times. Been watching your channel for years and your passion remains. Thank you for making my day a little brighter

    • @maaz2897
      @maaz2897 Před 2 lety +95

      Big facts every time I watch these kinds of videos I keep thinking about Laoshu :( rip

    • @fartsniffer7861
      @fartsniffer7861 Před 2 lety +5

      @@maaz2897 what happened?

    • @lance_wavy
      @lance_wavy Před 2 lety +35

      @@fartsniffer7861 heart attack, I believe

    • @MichaelLeightonsKarlyPilkboys
      @MichaelLeightonsKarlyPilkboys Před 2 lety +64

      Laoshu was such a nice guy. I remember when I was learning some Slavic languages and came across his channel when he only had a few thousand subs. Asked him what his techniques were and he was really nice in responding to me. I bought his learning system and it was really such a clever and fun approach to learning languages. His style of video was so unique and addictive too. So sad.

    • @MarcyRavenManji
      @MarcyRavenManji Před 2 lety +15

      @@lance_wavy His brother has a video on youtube, he doesn't believe it was a heart attack, he believes it was murder

  • @beckdaniella1205
    @beckdaniella1205 Před 2 lety +47

    African people are truly friendly and you can easily make good friends with them. Especially the Nigerian. I live in Seoul and the Nigerian here are so nice, they don't hesitate to help you. And for them hearing someone speaking Yoruba, they will be super excited and happy to see that people are learning the language with interest😊

  • @Jigsaw0g
    @Jigsaw0g Před 2 lety +309

    I believe this is what America should be.. a giant melting pot of different cultures, where everyone can take the time and learn about other cultures instead of almost gatekeeping like we see a lot of today.. awesome man

    • @InvertedFreeSolo
      @InvertedFreeSolo Před rokem +7

      Makes you wonder why it's so hard for some people

    • @nicholasl8537
      @nicholasl8537 Před 10 měsíci +1

      I’ve seen this same comment on every post

    • @Jigsaw0g
      @Jigsaw0g Před 10 měsíci +6

      @@nicholasl8537 it’s almost like some people think similarly

    • @nicholasl8537
      @nicholasl8537 Před 10 měsíci

      @@Jigsaw0g nah I just don’t think people have to capability to think for themselves so they copy others 🙄

    • @Jigsaw0g
      @Jigsaw0g Před 10 měsíci +4

      @@nicholasl8537 you got me, i wanted to impress a bunch of bums online by saying some nice shit in the comment's. lmaoo nah

  • @Kevin-jc1fx
    @Kevin-jc1fx Před 2 lety +536

    I love how those women offer free lessons to Xiaoma. They are so happy to see his interest in their cultures. This is so wholesome.

  • @Olufemii
    @Olufemii Před 2 lety +1898

    Love this man! 🔥🇳🇬

    • @DebsStuffs
      @DebsStuffs Před 2 lety +7

      Your Adobe vids are just 🔥

    • @hotgrin3478
      @hotgrin3478 Před 2 lety +1

      Of course, anythin' a red person does is wonderful in da eyes of fools like ya but a black man could move a mountain n black folks gonna despise him still. Y'all is hell-bound.

    • @user-ig3ve6it1v
      @user-ig3ve6it1v Před 2 lety

      I agree

    • @tracknation7285
      @tracknation7285 Před 2 lety +1

      It’s not that deep

    • @axamia
      @axamia Před 2 lety +1

      He has such an amazing personality and i particularly love his vulnerability... Unlike a certain CZcamsr called Sabbatical who happens to be a cheap American knockoff trying to copy Xiaomanyc's script. Sabbatical is so rude and condescending to black Africans & Nigerians... He only focuses on poverty in Africa and he only visits slums and ghettos in African countries... Oh, & he blocks people who disagrees with him or those who complain about his negative portrayal of Africa & black people.
      Xiaomanyc is such a breath of fresh air.

  • @dcg590
    @dcg590 Před rokem +81

    The people are so warm and inviting. This is wonderful to watch. Americans need to watch and learn how to behave like this

    • @UMadUCauseBad
      @UMadUCauseBad Před rokem

      100%, I'm always humbled with the ability to create love by just communication.

    • @gigigoddess3352
      @gigigoddess3352 Před rokem +5

      I hardly think it’s just Americans who need to emulate this man. Start with yourself instead of pointing fingers at others. You’re nowhere near the level you think everyone else should be.

    • @jeaniel1004
      @jeaniel1004 Před rokem

      Americans are so distrustful of each other except, maybe, in small towns but there they are distrustful of everyone not from their area.

  • @recordatron
    @recordatron Před 2 lety +111

    This is legit wholesome stuff. As soon as people from different cultures see that they're both making an effort to understand each other and learn it immediately shows just how similar each other really is. Wish this extended to the rest of humanity.

  • @JamesFarrOfficial
    @JamesFarrOfficial Před 2 lety +1275

    Heartwarming AF.

    • @obey2263
      @obey2263 Před 2 lety

      yruba

    • @andycopland3179
      @andycopland3179 Před 2 lety +4

      Exactly what I was going to write. The excitement just makes you feel good.

  • @ClintonEleto
    @ClintonEleto Před 2 lety +283

    As a Nigerian, I always smile whenever I watch these videos. My jaw dropped when you spoke Igbo. Very difficult to learn 😅

  • @benjaminober6273
    @benjaminober6273 Před 2 lety +29

    This attitude is one that is most certainly going to save the USA. As an ignorant Irish Bostonian that only knows Spanish and English, you have convinced me to study other languages so that I don’t miss beautiful moments like this . Congratulations my man, you are an inspiration.

  • @RachelAdedejiSings
    @RachelAdedejiSings Před 2 lety +39

    These videos are so inspiring. Xiaoma, thank you for sharing. As a brit with Nigerian heritage who doesn’t even speak Yoruba, you have definitely inspired me to learn. Thank you 🙏🏾

    • @jeaniel1004
      @jeaniel1004 Před rokem

      Do learn it, Rachel. I'm 72 year old Caucasian woman and I'm inspired as well.

  • @granddaddydank8863
    @granddaddydank8863 Před 2 lety +439

    "It's very complex, and unfortunately I'm out of practice."
    *Begins speaking perfect Igbo.*

    • @tptrading_23
      @tptrading_23 Před 2 lety +7

      Right!

    • @_madam_pickles7743
      @_madam_pickles7743 Před 2 lety +16

      I was like 😵
      I’m European living in Nigeria, Yoruba is the language I can speak but Igbo is super hard still 😂

    • @SL-pg4dh
      @SL-pg4dh Před 2 lety

      @@_madam_pickles7743 How good would you say Your Yoruba is at this point. And what part of Nigeria do you reside?

    • @_madam_pickles7743
      @_madam_pickles7743 Před 2 lety +8

      @@SL-pg4dh I can maintain a conversation like him, but I think I have way better pronunciation because I have been around Yoruba people for years now. I understand almost everything people are saying around me and even if there is words I don’t understand I will connect it somehow and understand the meaning. When it comes to older generations here, I find it more difficult to communicate because their Yoruba is “deeper”.
      I’m staying in Lagos, I have lived in different parts of it and I’m currently in Ikorodu (one village close to it).

    • @SL-pg4dh
      @SL-pg4dh Před 2 lety +8

      @@_madam_pickles7743 Cheers. I'm a Lagos born Yoruba guy living in the U.S. It's difficult for even us city folks to understand the older people at times as well.

  • @Bryan_witha_Y
    @Bryan_witha_Y Před 2 lety +558

    These days it feels like it’s so much division and tension . People stay in their bubble and argue other people who don’t think the same way.
    This man is a great example of bringing people together. That’s why I love his videos.

    • @lanyahgoins3041
      @lanyahgoins3041 Před 2 lety

      youtuuu.tokyo/watch?v=dvPpxeFcI47

    • @runnerphile1997
      @runnerphile1997 Před 2 lety +8

      So very true! I feel the tension just going to the grocery stores...what has happened to humanity...I cannot explain it yet

    • @rmp5640
      @rmp5640 Před 2 lety +2

      @@runnerphile1997 Pplitical corectness and uneficient law and justice system

    • @belle6358
      @belle6358 Před 2 lety +5

      African black people are my favorite type of black peoples.

    • @bandanimals3710
      @bandanimals3710 Před 2 lety +2

      I mean, every time I try to speak my native tongue in my country, I always get told shit like 'No one understands you (people I'm not even talking to) speak english' or 'Don't speak that in here.'

  • @fatpotato5332
    @fatpotato5332 Před 2 lety +43

    I love how they become so friendly and smiling hugging him like you're family now is so nice

  • @bobp4
    @bobp4 Před rokem +21

    Just look at the friendship and laughter that develops when the people he meets realise he's taken the time and effort to learn their language.

  • @ericbrett3095
    @ericbrett3095 Před 2 lety +422

    Ari needs to be the UN Ambassador. These people's smiles tell me everything.

    • @axamia
      @axamia Před 2 lety +6

      Unfortunately, Nigerians will love you until you become their leader or representative, then they'll hate you. Nigerians tend to blame all their problems, failures and sorrows on their leaders... They have a strange relationship with authority figures.

    • @Paakku97
      @Paakku97 Před 2 lety +7

      @@axamia that is pretty much the case in every country I have visited. It's a universal human feature to blame the leaders, many times rightfully so 😁

    • @ilikecinema1234
      @ilikecinema1234 Před 2 lety

      @@axamia Nobody likes the UN ya weirdo

  • @paulallen5914
    @paulallen5914 Před 2 lety +105

    Love that that dude instantly recognized him

  • @shashankshekhar2611
    @shashankshekhar2611 Před 2 lety +43

    this guy is so cool and it must be so hard to learn so many languages, regardless of his natural ability . He spreads joy 24/7 all year round :)

  • @timvantori
    @timvantori Před 2 lety +41

    So impressed can imagine how much dedication it takes to learn a language to this level... what an inspiration!

  • @-ram-m2664
    @-ram-m2664 Před 2 lety +142

    When you have a Nigerian guy giving something to Xiaoma saying, "This is for my brother...."
    you know that there is hope for the world.

  • @SuperFlyfisher101
    @SuperFlyfisher101 Před 2 lety +277

    The faces of the Nigerian people really light up hearing him speak. They all appreciate the work he put in to speak so well.

  • @DrCrabfingers
    @DrCrabfingers Před rokem +5

    2:21 now THAT is a powerful woman! Totally dominates the situation....she moves in, takes control....she wants the Yoruba speaking white guy to accompany her to Nigeria....haha...what a woman!! I love that woman...!!

  • @user-jj3tw1sr7o
    @user-jj3tw1sr7o Před 2 lety +17

    What a wonderful way to knock down barriers and bring happiness to complete strangers. Your skill at languages is astounding. Your talent should be noticed by the entertainment business and turn this into potentially the best reality show ever. Keep it up.

  • @andreching153
    @andreching153 Před 2 lety +622

    don’t stop what you’re doing man. you’re naturally gifted in learning languages and connecting with people. it brings me joyful tears seeing the connection you have with people

    • @vespii
      @vespii Před 2 lety

      omg please dont end your life youre so worth it

    • @vespii
      @vespii Před rokem

      @Deadpoppin uhm roe v who :3?

  • @profanepersonality
    @profanepersonality Před 2 lety +266

    THIS is how people come together. Show interest, and interact. People are people, and when you show them such respect and genuine interest in their culture; they notice.

    • @S3din
      @S3din Před 2 lety

      Why should I? They are in the US. They need to assimilate to the cultures here not the other way around.

    • @profanepersonality
      @profanepersonality Před 2 lety

      @@S3din American culture is literally built on many different cultures. It is the intertwining of these cultures that makes America what it is. That is exactly why America has no official language.

    • @ayyitskat
      @ayyitskat Před 2 lety

      @@S3din People like you are part of the problem. The US was literally established by immigrants. We also have no official language. Those who move here should not have to assimilate, just follow and respect our laws.

    • @jtessler8956
      @jtessler8956 Před rokem +13

      This was a good comment but the only reply is someone entirely missing the point

    • @kenslycarpel3140
      @kenslycarpel3140 Před rokem

      @@S3din Way to miss the point. The U.S has no concrete “culture”, but is instead a combination of others, which is why the way of life is commonly referred to as a melting pot/salad.
      People who come to the U.S shouldn’t assimilate, but instead integrate their own culture.

  • @donaniche
    @donaniche Před 2 lety +13

    Even as a non-yoruba Nigerian that have spent years in Lagos, Kwara & Ibadan; I can't beat this guy in yourba speaking. Prolly a matter of interest and dedication.

  • @shaofuchang515
    @shaofuchang515 Před rokem +9

    The wonderful part of breaking the language barrier is the bond you make with strangers, especially when the language is so rarely spoken that people will go head over heels when they find out who they can chat with.

  • @whylie00
    @whylie00 Před 2 lety +135

    the man's laugh at around 6 mins is literally the best happiest sound ever

  • @Nightscream452
    @Nightscream452 Před 2 lety +212

    People are happy cause you are showing their culture respect by taking the time to learn the language. Not only to be able to mingle with them, but learning the language of the land you're in/or plan to visit shows you plan to try to integrate, and not force them to try to understand YOU. It shows your open to learning and accepting other's

    • @eddysadventures5691
      @eddysadventures5691 Před 2 lety +1

      Excellent comment that is typically hidden on CZcams since it actually works to bring people together--as opposed to the other comments.

    • @rachkate76
      @rachkate76 Před 2 lety +3

      America needs so much more of this badly

    • @asafaust8869
      @asafaust8869 Před 2 lety +3

      @@rachkate76 Indeed we do. Being kind and respectful without the prejudice and racism would be fantastic.

    • @jessH090
      @jessH090 Před 2 lety +3

      Yes. When my family moved to Switzerland they learned German and integrated with their way of life. I was born there and grew up speaking high Germans and also Swiss German. And due to the way we confirmed to their rules, for example the ‘quiet hour’ at lunch, no washing on Sundays etc and just generally their lifestyle, now living back in England it really grinds me gears when people move here and don’t even try to conform in any way, you do see this a lot in the Muslim community. Ofcourse not EVERYONE is like that. But they form their own communities not speaking to the English at allZ

  • @braeboy1
    @braeboy1 Před 2 lety +25

    What wonderful people the Nigerians are, fully embracing you 🙏 🇳🇬

  • @banburydrumtuition8651
    @banburydrumtuition8651 Před 2 lety +22

    I just love how beautiful interations between human beings can be, when there is no political or religious axe to grind, or assumptive prejudice in sight. Just total respect for each other, which brings a tear to my eye. The interations restore my faith in humanity. Huge..huge, respect!

  • @MichaelSmith-me7cm
    @MichaelSmith-me7cm Před 2 lety +88

    I’m half Nigerian and can only just about understand some Igbo. The fact he learnt this and can speak it at all is legit incredible. Such a hard language to pick up. I’m telling you, he’s the REAL deal. I’ve learnt french, Spanish, German in the past and these are far easier to understand. Keep it up man, love this content

    • @nathj4818
      @nathj4818 Před 2 lety

      What's German for shithouse?

    • @HuSanNiang
      @HuSanNiang Před 2 lety

      aber geh die Deutsche Sprache ist doch gar nicht so schwer. Man muß einfach nur die selbe Energie wie Xiaoma hineistecken und es geht schon.
      Dafür war sein Deutsch nicht das "Yellow from the Egg"

    • @skeptic781
      @skeptic781 Před 2 lety +1

      What makes igbo so hard?

    • @_WayofLife_
      @_WayofLife_ Před 2 lety +3

      @@skeptic781 It’s heavily tone dependent

    • @illitrait
      @illitrait Před rokem +1

      ...so is Yoruba, @@_WayofLife_ - further, all of the languages in southern Nigeria are deeply tonal. There are (easily) *at least* 10 distinct languages in the region - languages, not dialects.

  • @Dima_Sen_
    @Dima_Sen_ Před 2 lety +205

    These videos are too addictive, I started off just watching them while researching my video on you, now I can’t stop.

    • @adamg8920
      @adamg8920 Před 2 lety +3

      I've spent so my time watching him and moses RIP

    • @thelearningclinic6999
      @thelearningclinic6999 Před 2 lety +1

      I'm totally hooked to his channel.

    • @jpatrikk00
      @jpatrikk00 Před 2 lety +2

      we are all trapped in this rabbit hole brother, letsgoooooo

  • @NomadicZig
    @NomadicZig Před 2 lety +6

    Bro, you take the time to honor so many people by learning thier tongue. You can see how happy it makes them to know that an American takes the time to learn obscure languages. I've been binging on your channel all morning

  • @bgok4059
    @bgok4059 Před 2 lety +7

    Nigerians are so kind! This was awesome, my grandfather was stationed in Nigeria with the US Navy about 30 years ago, he never picked up the language but would send back pictures and bring back things all of the time. I would love to visit sometime. I need to learn some of their language.

  • @H2o3G2a
    @H2o3G2a Před 2 lety +50

    In Egypt we have huge love for nigerians, they're always the nicest people to be around. My chemistry teacher was nigerian and we always had plans to go there, hopefully I can soon.

  • @lejaponennoiretblanc
    @lejaponennoiretblanc Před 2 lety +913

    I miss Laoshu☹️

  • @foxibot
    @foxibot Před 2 lety +1

    The woman that asks him what his favorite African foods are was beautiful in the first video. She had every pretty features. They are a very beautiful people.

  • @shudhanshuverma8244
    @shudhanshuverma8244 Před 2 lety +12

    Man, I get emotional and teary thinking about a future when every person would be able to communicate with eachother without any language barriers ! Just the sheer excitement connecting and being able to understood by the people that are alien to your brain.

  • @eatlocalhoney
    @eatlocalhoney Před 2 lety +107

    5:46 that laugh says everything. People want to feel a sense of belonging and community. Even just a little trying (language/customs) goes a LONG way.

    • @eddysadventures5691
      @eddysadventures5691 Před 2 lety +5

      CZcams purposely hides genuine comments like this one to keep people from making connections..

  • @summera8801
    @summera8801 Před 2 lety +41

    😭she’s adorable “are you sure you’re American”

  • @lifeofmariam3225
    @lifeofmariam3225 Před rokem +1

    So very impressive from a native speaker of yoruba from Nigerian shows a really great effort you put in🥰🥰❤️your Igbo sounded good as well🥰

  • @sillywilly123
    @sillywilly123 Před 2 lety +1

    The older lady "every time you come I'll teach you more", so sweet.

  • @Chilipotamus
    @Chilipotamus Před 2 lety +101

    The Laoshu is strong in this one, I love how you've branched out your studies recently to other worldly languages! Impressive as always!!

  • @90Brycey
    @90Brycey Před 2 lety +46

    As an Australian, I was so surprised to see all the milo on that shelf. That’s the best stuff!

    • @gissneric
      @gissneric Před 2 lety +3

      How do you pronounce it, My-lo or Me-lo

    • @90Brycey
      @90Brycey Před 2 lety +3

      @@gissneric it’s my-lo

    • @abbo02
      @abbo02 Před 2 lety +2

      I'm from the UK and I get that stuff a lot when when i visit Malaysia its so good.

    • @SL-pg4dh
      @SL-pg4dh Před 2 lety +9

      Milo is very popular in Nigeria.

    • @stayalfresco5422
      @stayalfresco5422 Před 2 lety +1

      Same, Milo is the shit!

  • @neesiexneedsxblunts
    @neesiexneedsxblunts Před 2 lety +1

    2:16 he says "Mummy, he says he loves your shop!" 🥺🥺🥺💖

  • @bbalderston125
    @bbalderston125 Před rokem +4

    You really warmed their hearts, especially the man in the black T-shirt. He was sincerely touched. Respect.

  • @TheRMcghee
    @TheRMcghee Před 2 lety +84

    Love the reactions of people. They really love that an American took the time to learn their language. Great job young man! Awesome!

  • @jamesbutler8643
    @jamesbutler8643 Před 2 lety +36

    It just speaks volumes how genuinely happy people are when someone makes the effort to learn their culture and language - its like opening a door - amazing.

  • @trinamartini7375
    @trinamartini7375 Před rokem +6

    I recently came across your videos and I’m hooked!! I love your interactions with people they’re so down to earth, kind, and genuine. I’m actually trying to learn ASL, and I’m inspired to learn more languages like you 😃!!!

  • @ilustreguilherme
    @ilustreguilherme Před 2 lety +8

    Man. These videos always make my day brighter man. People always will get happy when you appreciate their culture and try to communicate with it. It’s the proof we can all learn to understand each other and achieve harmony.
    It’s just so damn beautiful. Idk man. This gets me so emotional. Not to mention it makes wanna learn new languages too.
    You’re amazing dude. Keep up the awesome work.

  • @chetcutick
    @chetcutick Před 2 lety +65

    Two things- 1) I am insanely envious (lol) as how quickly you pick up other languages. You truly have a gift. Second- I love how appreciative native speakers are when they hear you speak. While I'm not fluent in anything but English, learning a few key phrases and customs when traveling overseas, is just so appreciated by natives.

  • @PM-ik5vu
    @PM-ik5vu Před 2 lety +38

    This is the most wholesome content on the internet. In a time of division, I love to see the sense of community between different backgrounds.

  • @periwinkle43
    @periwinkle43 Před 2 lety +5

    I love the genuine connection that comes with speaking with a perdón in their first language. It intensifies the connection made I feel

    • @periwinkle43
      @periwinkle43 Před 2 lety

      This is why I want to become a polyglot. Starting with Spanish to speak to some family, but I want to learn a LOT of languages

  • @hipxlovex
    @hipxlovex Před 2 lety +2

    i love that he’s not afraid to ask for help. he’s not pretentious. so awesome

  • @j.c.n9718
    @j.c.n9718 Před 2 lety +77

    The Dun-Dun Vs Doo-Doo battle was Epic. Yorubas are big on their enunciation, one slip and it literally means shit 🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @Hempman2000x
    @Hempman2000x Před 2 lety +43

    Literally was just thinking, xiaoma hasn't posted in a bit and I wanna see something. Good job brother.

  • @UhtredOfBamburgh
    @UhtredOfBamburgh Před rokem +3

    This is probably the most wholesome youtube content possible. So simple yet so fun and friendly

  • @Acewhip
    @Acewhip Před 2 lety +1

    Auntie throws down with the accelerated test cycle... LOVE the love. Everyone just wanting to help support :D

  • @xeedonash4491
    @xeedonash4491 Před 2 lety +345

    Has anyone else been studying a language for hours a day but doesn't make near as much progress as Ari does?

    • @lordvader1703
      @lordvader1703 Před 2 lety +80

      You need to learn a script of the most common questions/answers, it's the same technique Laoshu50500 used (May he rest in peace). If you notice what people ask and say, it's generally quite similar. Where did you learn from, why do you speak it? etc

    • @Kevin-jc1fx
      @Kevin-jc1fx Před 2 lety +44

      Practicing and listening a lot is faster than studying grammar and trying to improve your vocabulary from books.

    • @Mossbergg
      @Mossbergg Před 2 lety +36

      @@lordvader1703 rest in peace laoshu

    • @joshthepatriot1869
      @joshthepatriot1869 Před 2 lety +18

      Laoshu the GREAT! RIP king 😔

    • @joshthepatriot1869
      @joshthepatriot1869 Před 2 lety +14

      Laoshu mever got the recognition he truly deserved man it what kills me

  • @heidipanaroni57
    @heidipanaroni57 Před 2 lety +30

    I can watch you all day! So impressive and you are so kind and respectful it’s a joy to watch. Bravo!

    • @ericbrett3095
      @ericbrett3095 Před 2 lety +1

      I still think he needs to become the UN Ambassador. He puts smiles on everyone's faces and that is something that is very rare.

    • @eddysadventures5691
      @eddysadventures5691 Před 2 lety

      You should watch some of Laoshu. Test your open-mindedness....

  • @yoshilover765
    @yoshilover765 Před rokem +3

    My favourite part of this channel is all the kind people he meets. The lady who was super ready to teach him more warmed my heart.

  • @Mr.Eternal966
    @Mr.Eternal966 Před rokem +4

    0:48 "Are you sure you are an American?"
    "well according to my mum I am"
    XD i understand that she was flabbergasted by that because the American education system it's "the best of the best"

  • @HuckleberryHim
    @HuckleberryHim Před 2 lety +17

    He's really applying himself more and more to doing this sort of thing. Following Moses' footsteps. He's gonna go far I can already tell, Moses would be proud I reckon

  • @jessicat4214
    @jessicat4214 Před 2 lety +13

    I love this dude so much! In a crappy world, he makes foreigners so happy. If only we all knew how to speak to each other.

  • @joemc1960
    @joemc1960 Před 2 lety +8

    It’s great to see your love for other cultures, and it must mean so much to all these people that you took the time to learn their language.

  • @cynthia9908
    @cynthia9908 Před 2 lety +4

    Oh, this was so much fun seeing people connect this way. So inspirational.

  • @ErinBujalski
    @ErinBujalski Před 2 lety +23

    I wish I could pick up languages like you do. I love other cultures, and to honor them by conversing in their own language is something I've always wished I could do. Wish life wasn't so dang stressful right now. I might have an eaiser time than I think. Anyways, absolutely love your videos, and they always plaster a smile on my face. 💜

  • @hel2727
    @hel2727 Před 2 lety +7

    this man is literal proof of the saying “If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his own language, that goes to his heart.”

  • @theathlete1903
    @theathlete1903 Před 2 lety +3

    Watching the smiles you bring to others when they hear you speak their language can only spread love and happiness! Keep doing what you do brother! 🍺

  • @MindyReedJones
    @MindyReedJones Před rokem +1

    I love the good spirited hearts of Nigerian people. They are beautiful and funny. God bless them.

  • @Christina-CAM
    @Christina-CAM Před 2 lety +16

    It's so lovely how happy these people are when you speak their language. Most Westerners don't pay any attention to African languages so it's appreciated all the time you take to learn and interact with people from Nigeria. You seem very authentic. Love yr channel. I always smile through them. Thank you!x

  • @c0nc3ntr8d6
    @c0nc3ntr8d6 Před 2 lety +19

    Learning the language of another’s culture seems to truly earn their respect. I’ve learned a lot from watching your content, congratulations on becoming a father. You’ll be an amazing dad.

  • @leeh9420
    @leeh9420 Před 2 lety +2

    I had a Nigerian professor in college, and he was a beautiful soul. These folks all seem like him. Lots of joy and pride in where they came from.

  • @RFKirb
    @RFKirb Před 2 lety +2

    People react so warmly to you because your effort to learn their language is an act of love. So heartwarming to see!

  • @worthalook4870
    @worthalook4870 Před 2 lety +3

    This guy must just hear something and it instantly sticks in his brain - unbelievable

    • @chrischickering1959
      @chrischickering1959 Před 2 lety

      Having a linguistic mind is for sure a thing but it's more the dedication to learn that I find impressive.

  • @Zenkyuu8921
    @Zenkyuu8921 Před 2 lety +20

    It’s so nice to see how Xiaoma is learning all these languages and going around speaking with natives like Laoshu did. It’s inspiring to see Xiaoma continue that legacy.

  • @marathi22
    @marathi22 Před 2 lety +7

    The world has so much to learn from this channel. Straight up heartwarming - One Love!

  • @hempfamily8982
    @hempfamily8982 Před 2 lety +3

    I love how you bring unity! That’s what we need more of.

  • @starlette098
    @starlette098 Před 2 lety +10

    This is amazing !
    Most polyglot youtubers don't take up mainland African languages. Keep it up ! 💯 👏

  • @wowso4
    @wowso4 Před 2 lety +10

    The language is so beautiful! I would love to learn. I love Nigerian people ❤️

  • @barn11
    @barn11 Před 2 lety +2

    I love how happy you make people in your videos by learning about their language and culture. Need more people like yourself in the world these days 👍🏻

  • @paulmoz36
    @paulmoz36 Před 2 lety

    This makes my day .
    You are a breath of fresh air and it’s so nice to see people smiling .