Good point. However it's a tourism dependent country so it would makes sense that this should influence their ability to speak basic English if they want to keep the tourists coming right?
Totally, it’s a bit over the top to say ‘hate’ an entire place because the natives don’t speak English. Come on, from what I have seen it’s lovely. Such shallow thinking is awful!
I was thinking the same. When you're living in a different country you need to be the one who is learning their language. I'm going to Cabo Verde in January and I'll practice my 🇧🇷 Portuguese. I can't wait:) And thank you for sharing your experiences Stellao ❤
Thank you for taking the time out to make this content however, I wouldn’t go to Spain and expect them to speak English…Spanish people speak Spanish. I’ve been to Sal, Santiago and Fogo and I learnt a lot of Creole and Portuguese because I was in their country so I got with their program. I think a better way to make your point would be ‘I struggled to communicate because I didn’t know there language’
As you are expecting us to speak English in Cabo Verde I'd like to know if people in Nigeria speak Portuguese. Comon on man! you should! Another thing: before you make videos about Cabo Verde, I'd advise you to educate yourself about the history of the islands. Then you would find out that the fact that Cabo Verde has not enough rain is one of the reasons why the people always migrated to Europe and America, leaving their loved ones behind. So, if we capeverdean people have a long history of migration looking for better opportunities somewhere else, how on earth there would be job and opportunities for foreigners?
💯 when in Rome... ergo-Cape Verde! 😂 Language is the most crucial element to understanding and fully participating in the enculturation process of the host country.
Yeah, that was pretty wild of her to say. English is not the worlds language lol Why should they care about English. As a native English speaker, I find that pretty offensive.
Thanks for your videos. They're very interesting. But why do they have to speak English? I think when you go to a country where they speak a different language you should learn their language to communicate with them. I will travel to cape verde soon and I had to download an app to learn some Portuguese even though I speak Spanish. I don't know why English speakers always want people to speak their language. Yesterday I watched a video here on youtube where the person who made the video said that one of the reasons people don't want to visit Equatorial Guinea(my country) is because we speak Spanish, for real?? when I moved to Uk I couldn't speak English, I had to learn the language because I am in their country, I didn't say: oh I can't live here because they don't speak Spanish or French.
thank you we don't have to speak English you coming to our country learn portuguese also you talking about 1 island cape verde is made of 10 island they all different .
Like it or not, English is the main language which is spoken in the world, so having an understanding of the language is an advantage I would think. It's nothing to do with "why should you speak it"? It's common sense if it's going to make your life easier.
Hi I've enjoyed your videos however as a Pan African I feel people don't have to speak English to live in Africa. The reality is that most African countries have been colonised by European countries so most will speak one European language or another so if we are moving to an African country to live in we just simply need to know what country colonised them and learn the language at least on a basic level. And with global warming more people around the world should probably learn to take a bucket bath. I would prefer a bucket bath than a dribbling shower any day
Thanks for watching my videos. You're right. I did try to learn the language which is Kriolu but now I no longer live there, I have no immediate use for it or further practice. Haha I do not enjoy bucket bath at all and I'm glad I left that behind in Nigeria
This video is very offensive for us. Girl, you are talking about 1 island. You can't not just go to 1 island and say all these things about Cape verde. We have 10 islands, and I'm from Sao Vicente. we have some bomb food and boutique . I have been living in the United States for over 20 years here and have a restaurant in every corner, but the food doesn't compare Cape verdean food . I'm so glad you are not there anymore. We don't need you in Cape verde
Ughhh! I guess you skipped the part where I specifically stated that "When I say "Cape Verde" I mean Santiago Island because that's where I lived and a large number of the population live there also." My intention is not to offend anyone and it doesn't mean I hate the country, I love it there and I can't wait to visit. BTW it cost nothing to be nice you know.
I mean there are way more shopoings,restautants,activities in Santiago than any other islands in CV. You might be used to big cities. Im franco capeverdian,born and raised in France and I have been living in Praia for 2years now, I actually love the fact than it is a small capital and I dont miss the consumption society mindset at all! I hvae peace here and people are so friendly that it is a paradise compare to the 5 other countries I have been living at. To each its own 😊
I did learn Kriolu, but it's harder to practice if the people you're speaking to don't speak a word of English. I don't expect them to be fluent in English, but a few words here and there helps tourists/foreigners learn better.
I despise the bugs here, I get on average 10 mosquito bites in 1 1/2 days. But I mean obviously we don’t speak English our only languages here are creole, Portuguese, French, and a bit of Spanish. We have technology but our tv shows are in Portuguese, videos etc; no one has a reason to know English unless they plan on going to America. I feel it’s very stupid (no offense to you) to go to any country and expect ppl to know the language you speak that’s not native there, learn the language before going.
Good point. However it's a tourism dependent country so it would makes sense that this should influence their ability to speak English if they want to keep the tourists coming right?
@@fivefootnomadpria is the most dependent on tourist since people love going to a generic big city, but let’s be real the tourists coming in aren’t likely to be American, most tourists coming in are Portuguese, Spanish and French speaking. It’s really just common sense to go to a country you speak in.
Thanks for the honest take. I would be interested in knowing what would be your first choice for a low budget option for Americans and Western Europeans looking to escape?
Personally, I would say Montenegro because it’s the country I live in and it’s affordable, quality of life is high, little to no restrictions/government interference in your life. Plus many people here speak English so you can get by just fine.
That''s one big challenge about travelling, some countries are so beutiful and have a lot of things to offer in terms of tourism but Language barrier can be a huge challenge. I have been wanting to visit Brazil but i cant speak a word in Portuguese
Whether we like it or not, I believe English is the language of the world. I don't expect then to speak the language fluently but to know the basics helps especially since it's a "tourism country" with most of their tourists visiting from the UK.
@@fivefootnomadsis I'm Nigerian just like you. You should learn to listen to advice and stop being adamant. English is not a universal language. They don't have to learn other people's languages just because Nigeria speaks it. Britain colonized Nigeria hence why we speak it and I think Portugal colonized them hence why they speak Spanish or Portuguese. You look brilliant and I thought you should know why they don't speak English but you are acting not so smart.. Stop trying to shame them for English.
Surprisingly a substantial number of people in Montenegro speak English to a certain degree. Crazy right? For daily life here I get by just fine speaking English with people doesn't mean I'm not learning the language on a basic level still.
you sound ignorant, saying its 2022 or whatever year, learn English, you are in another country learn their language. respect their customs and educate YOURSELF on that!
This video made me uncomfortable. Shouldn’t you embrace the way of life and culture of the places you visit? This sounds kind of entitled. If you want chinese food and Indian food, you should visit places that are more diverse in that way. Cape Verde isn’t a tourist country. Oh man, it’s so weird to hear you sound upset because they didn’t speak English.
Causing discomfort was not my intention. I do embrace the way of life and culture of the places I visit/live in, which is why in CV I hired a private tutor to learn Kriolu. However, I believe English is the "common language" of the world and from my experience, it was indeed a struggle communicating with the locals in their language when they don't speak even the basics of English to make it easier to practice. The goal of this video is not for everyone to agree with all the points or spark a debate, but to inform anyone who has no clue about the country, so they're aware of the situation on-ground from my perspective. Could I have voiced my opinion in a better way? Definitely.
It's not the natives of cape Verde who need to change, it's the mindset of those people visiting the island they speak THEIR language for a reason, if you take time to visit them, one must be more open to their way of life and language, this western mentality of everyone must speak English is disrespectful. They have made a choice to hold on to their tradition you should respect it
You are doing a hard work trying to speak like that. Learn to be who you are. Speak your Nigerian English with pride, your audience will always understand you. Originality makes it interesting.
I only had the opportunity to visit Sal and Santiago islands and I would say I love Santiago island the most as the landscape is amazing, beaches are nice and daily life is as easy going as can be.
I speak German, Hebrew and Spanish enough to get by when I'm in the countries that speak these languages. I don't expect Cape Verdeans to speak English fluently of course not, but speaking the basics helps foreigners get by while adapting.
You saying you hated Cape Verde because they don’t speak English especially in 2023 makes you same so entitled! They are on an island for a reason. You didn’t have to be there for 5 years
My apologies for causing you to worry, it was notify intention. I'm doing fine but just taking a long much needed break from Instagram until further notice. Thanks for checking on me, I appreciate it.
Girl, you should educate yourself and open your mind. Demanding that we speak English is being so disrespectful to our language and culture. Since you speak English, you should teach those who don't. But you lost the opportunity.
Most of the reasons sound very superficial...small country yes will have small population problems like options...most of the world doesn't speak English...shopping?...lol...useful was the water but you couldn't elaborate much but was probably the most useful piece of info everything else not sure thanks tho...I love Cape Verde, looking to buy a place in a year and live part time. I'll check your sister's channel
the reasons may sound superficial to you but its my opinion from my experience living there. Hopefully it could be useful in informing anyone who might find it relevant.
@@fivefootnomad I actually apologize for that you're right I may not find some of it useful but it is still useful information. Plus CV is a hard place to get any outsider's perspective on since there are so little outsiders so yours and your sister's videos are actually refreshing and informative...again my apologies I regretted this comment literally the next day
But you mentioned that your sister is living in CV? Then you knew everything about CV before you went there! Ok let’s don’t be long you didn’t like our food because we didn’t eat human meat, dogs, cats, snacks etc
My family are creole mixed with everything u can think of born in Usa in we can't speak any of our language so we are just consider just American 😂😂😂its crazy we dont know our native tongue but if u see us u will be like yea Creoles😂😂😂
Have you been in Paris? Probably France is more tourist than Cabo Verde there you will probably have to know some French because they don't give a fuc* about English language. Come on, please learn Portuguese BTW
Why would you expect them to speak English? It's not their language
Good point. However it's a tourism dependent country so it would makes sense that this should influence their ability to speak basic English if they want to keep the tourists coming right?
Totally, it’s a bit over the top to say ‘hate’ an entire place because the natives don’t speak English. Come on, from what I have seen it’s lovely. Such shallow thinking is awful!
@@fivefootnomadbeautifully stated.
I was thinking the same. When you're living in a different country you need to be the one who is learning their language.
I'm going to Cabo Verde in January and I'll practice my 🇧🇷 Portuguese. I can't wait:)
And thank you for sharing your experiences Stellao ❤
@@ooneluv5859 they speack the portguese from Portugal 🇵🇹, not from Brazil🇧🇷 totaly different.
But good luck 👍
Thank you for taking the time out to make this content however, I wouldn’t go to Spain and expect them to speak English…Spanish people speak Spanish.
I’ve been to Sal, Santiago and Fogo and I learnt a lot of Creole and Portuguese because I was in their country so I got with their program. I think a better way to make your point would be ‘I struggled to communicate because I didn’t know there language’
As you are expecting us to speak English in Cabo Verde I'd like to know if people in Nigeria speak Portuguese. Comon on man! you should!
Another thing: before you make videos about Cabo Verde, I'd advise you to educate yourself about the history of the islands. Then you would find out that the fact that Cabo Verde has not enough rain is one of the reasons why the people always migrated to Europe and America, leaving their loved ones behind. So, if we capeverdean people have a long history of migration looking for better opportunities somewhere else, how on earth there would be job and opportunities for foreigners?
💯 when in Rome... ergo-Cape Verde! 😂
Language is the most crucial element to understanding and fully participating in the enculturation process of the host country.
Yes, tell her . This girl is crazy I'm very offended the way she is talking about my country like that
Yeah, that was pretty wild of her to say. English is not the worlds language lol
Why should they care about English. As a native English speaker, I find that pretty offensive.
Thanks for your videos. They're very interesting. But why do they have to speak English? I think when you go to a country where they speak a different language you should learn their language to communicate with them. I will travel to cape verde soon and I had to download an app to learn some Portuguese even though I speak Spanish. I don't know why English speakers always want people to speak their language. Yesterday I watched a video here on youtube where the person who made the video said that one of the reasons people don't want to visit Equatorial Guinea(my country) is because we speak Spanish, for real?? when I moved to Uk I couldn't speak English, I had to learn the language because I am in their country, I didn't say: oh I can't live here because they don't speak Spanish or French.
Ur 100% correct. English speakers can be very arrogant.
thank you we don't have to speak English you coming to our country learn portuguese also you talking about 1 island cape verde is made of 10 island they all different .
I speak English and I agree with you ...learn the language of the country you are going to ...stop being lazy
@@MrMirna84I'm American and I agree ....she's coming to your country she should learn the language.....even if it just the basics
Like it or not, English is the main language which is spoken in the world, so having an understanding of the language is an advantage I would think. It's nothing to do with "why should you speak it"? It's common sense if it's going to make your life easier.
Most of these reasons you hated it actually sound beautiful and wonderful to me! ❤
Haha I guess beauty is indeed in the eye of the beholder.
I don’t think someone from Nigeria should complain AT ALL
How many race are you mixed with?
@user-hp4vi4wi7e Did you know who liked pure races?
Hitler
...It didn't end well
Lmbaooo
Hi I've enjoyed your videos however as a Pan African I feel people don't have to speak English to live in Africa.
The reality is that most African countries have been colonised by European countries so most will speak one European language or another so if we are moving to an African country to live in we just simply need to know what country colonised them and learn the language at least on a basic level.
And with global warming more people around the world should probably learn to take a bucket bath.
I would prefer a bucket bath than a dribbling shower any day
Thanks for watching my videos. You're right. I did try to learn the language which is Kriolu but now I no longer live there, I have no immediate use for it or further practice. Haha I do not enjoy bucket bath at all and I'm glad I left that behind in Nigeria
This video is very offensive for us. Girl, you are talking about 1 island. You can't not just go to 1 island and say all these things about Cape verde. We have 10 islands, and I'm from Sao Vicente. we have some bomb food and boutique . I have been living in the United States for over 20 years here and have a restaurant in every corner, but the food doesn't compare Cape verdean food . I'm so glad you are not there anymore. We don't need you in Cape verde
Ughhh! I guess you skipped the part where I specifically stated that "When I say "Cape Verde" I mean Santiago Island because that's where I lived and a large number of the population live there also." My intention is not to offend anyone and it doesn't mean I hate the country, I love it there and I can't wait to visit. BTW it cost nothing to be nice you know.
I mean there are way more shopoings,restautants,activities in Santiago than any other islands in CV. You might be used to big cities.
Im franco capeverdian,born and raised in France and I have been living in Praia for 2years now, I actually love the fact than it is a small capital and I dont miss the consumption society mindset at all! I hvae peace here and people are so friendly that it is a paradise compare to the 5 other countries I have been living at.
To each its own 😊
Why should they speak English to accommodate a stranger? No, no, no. You need to learn Portuguese.
I did learn Kriolu, but it's harder to practice if the people you're speaking to don't speak a word of English. I don't expect them to be fluent in English, but a few words here and there helps tourists/foreigners learn better.
I despise the bugs here, I get on average 10 mosquito bites in 1 1/2 days.
But I mean obviously we don’t speak English our only languages here are creole, Portuguese, French, and a bit of Spanish. We have technology but our tv shows are in Portuguese, videos etc; no one has a reason to know English unless they plan on going to America.
I feel it’s very stupid (no offense to you) to go to any country and expect ppl to know the language you speak that’s not native there, learn the language before going.
Why would expect them to speak English? You went there, and it's for you to adapt not the other way round 2022 or not
Good point. However it's a tourism dependent country so it would makes sense that this should influence their ability to speak English if they want to keep the tourists coming right?
@@fivefootnomadpria is the most dependent on tourist since people love going to a generic big city, but let’s be real the tourists coming in aren’t likely to be American, most tourists coming in are Portuguese, Spanish and French speaking. It’s really just common sense to go to a country you speak in.
Hi i am planning to go on holiday to praia is itt ok over there?
Thanks for the honest take. I would be interested in knowing what would be your first choice for a low budget option for Americans and Western Europeans looking to escape?
Personally, I would say Montenegro because it’s the country I live in and it’s affordable, quality of life is high, little to no restrictions/government interference in your life. Plus many people here speak English so you can get by just fine.
I thought the whole idea of traveling was to experience and learn new culture, language etc.
Thank you for saying Cape Verde properly without the strong e on the end
That''s one big challenge about travelling, some countries are so beutiful and have a lot of things to offer in terms of tourism but Language barrier can be a huge challenge. I have been wanting to visit Brazil but i cant speak a word in Portuguese
Just because it’s 2022 must the whole world speak English? Did you not do your research before going to Cape Verde?
Whether we like it or not, I believe English is the language of the world. I don't expect then to speak the language fluently but to know the basics helps especially since it's a "tourism country" with most of their tourists visiting from the UK.
@@fivefootnomadsis I'm Nigerian just like you. You should learn to listen to advice and stop being adamant. English is not a universal language. They don't have to learn other people's languages just because Nigeria speaks it. Britain colonized Nigeria hence why we speak it and I think Portugal colonized them hence why they speak Spanish or Portuguese. You look brilliant and I thought you should know why they don't speak English but you are acting not so smart.. Stop trying to shame them for English.
You didnt like because of the english but then you moved to montenegro lol does everyone speak english in montenegro ? I bet majority doesnt
Surprisingly a substantial number of people in Montenegro speak English to a certain degree. Crazy right? For daily life here I get by just fine speaking English with people doesn't mean I'm not learning the language on a basic level still.
you sound ignorant, saying its 2022 or whatever year, learn English, you are in another country learn their language. respect their customs and educate YOURSELF on that!
This video made me uncomfortable. Shouldn’t you embrace the way of life and culture of the places you visit? This sounds kind of entitled. If you want chinese food and Indian food, you should visit places that are more diverse in that way. Cape Verde isn’t a tourist country. Oh man, it’s so weird to hear you sound upset because they didn’t speak English.
Causing discomfort was not my intention. I do embrace the way of life and culture of the places I visit/live in, which is why in CV I hired a private tutor to learn Kriolu. However, I believe English is the "common language" of the world and from my experience, it was indeed a struggle communicating with the locals in their language when they don't speak even the basics of English to make it easier to practice. The goal of this video is not for everyone to agree with all the points or spark a debate, but to inform anyone who has no clue about the country, so they're aware of the situation on-ground from my perspective. Could I have voiced my opinion in a better way? Definitely.
exactly
It's not the natives of cape Verde who need to change, it's the mindset of those people visiting the island they speak THEIR language for a reason, if you take time to visit them, one must be more open to their way of life and language, this western mentality of everyone must speak English is disrespectful. They have made a choice to hold on to their tradition you should respect it
Dont go back
Thank you for being so frank. Lol. 😂
Thanks for watching
English is the language of the business world
Exactly! Also a tourism country where people don't speak any word of English is pretty crazy.
The world is bigger than you think
@@lxportugal9343 that doesn't change the facts
which island did you go? do your research first.
I lived on Santiago island and of course I did my research before traveling but as always things tend to be a bit different on ground.
You are doing a hard work trying to speak like that. Learn to be who you are. Speak your Nigerian English with pride, your audience will always understand you. Originality makes it interesting.
which island do you like the most and why?
I only had the opportunity to visit Sal and Santiago islands and I would say I love Santiago island the most as the landscape is amazing, beaches are nice and daily life is as easy going as can be.
Do you even speak Yoruba or Igbo, indigenous language of your own country?
Are you Cape Verdean?
No, I am a Nigerian
What other language do you speak besides english??
I speak German, Hebrew and Spanish enough to get by when I'm in the countries that speak these languages. I don't expect Cape Verdeans to speak English fluently of course not, but speaking the basics helps foreigners get by while adapting.
you cannot go to other people country and expect them to speak your lanquage, how utterly arrogant
You hear that? We don’t eat those stuff 😮
You saying you hated Cape Verde because they don’t speak English especially in 2023 makes you same so entitled! They are on an island for a reason. You didn’t have to be there for 5 years
Go and learn another language! That's the way you can actually understand their culture in a deeper way.
You have a point there
POSTED ONE MONTH AGO?! I’ve sent numerous texts on instagram praying and hoping your okay 😫.
Same here
My apologies for causing you to worry, it was notify intention. I'm doing fine but just taking a long much needed break from Instagram until further notice. Thanks for checking on me, I appreciate it.
Girl, you should educate yourself and open your mind. Demanding that we speak English is being so disrespectful to our language and culture. Since you speak English, you should teach those who don't. But you lost the opportunity.
Most of the reasons sound very superficial...small country yes will have small population problems like options...most of the world doesn't speak English...shopping?...lol...useful was the water but you couldn't elaborate much but was probably the most useful piece of info everything else not sure thanks tho...I love Cape Verde, looking to buy a place in a year and live part time. I'll check your sister's channel
the reasons may sound superficial to you but its my opinion from my experience living there. Hopefully it could be useful in informing anyone who might find it relevant.
@@fivefootnomad I actually apologize for that you're right I may not find some of it useful but it is still useful information. Plus CV is a hard place to get any outsider's perspective on since there are so little outsiders so yours and your sister's videos are actually refreshing and informative...again my apologies I regretted this comment literally the next day
I appreciate your honesty and your apology. Thank you
But you are the visitor to their country, why wouldn't you try to learn the language and adapt?
I did try to learn the language, even took classes but sadly I moved away from the country so I had no immediate use for it.
But you mentioned that your sister is living in CV? Then you knew everything about CV before you went there! Ok let’s don’t be long you didn’t like our food because we didn’t eat human meat, dogs, cats, snacks etc
My family are creole mixed with everything u can think of born in Usa in we can't speak any of our language so we are just consider just American 😂😂😂its crazy we dont know our native tongue but if u see us u will be like yea Creoles😂😂😂
Thanks for sharing this wonderful information
Have you been in Paris? Probably France is more tourist than Cabo Verde there you will probably have to know some French because they don't give a fuc* about English language.
Come on, please learn Portuguese BTW
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Hey, thanks so much for checking on me. Yes I took a long break from instagram (still am) and will only be on TH-cam for now.
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