Locals Shocked When Clueless American Tourist Speaks Such Good Thai
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 พ.ค. 2024
- I recently went to Bangkok and I had a great adventure exploring local street markets and of course speaking Thai. I got the chance to try a lot of authentic local Thai food (very spicy!), try Thai dessert, and ride in many tuk tuks. Stick around for part 2!
0:00 Ordering phat kaphrao (fried rice)
1:10 Searching for Thai coffee
2:37 Buy fish from a food cart
3:17 Trying the spiciest papaya salad
3:58 Friendly tuk tuk driver
5:17 Looking for Thai dessert
7:16 Tuk tuk driver tries to overcharge me
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The way the lady looked into the camera while asking him if his wife is Thai and he had to think how to explain that she’s actually Chinese. 😂
Had to cut out the part where they gave him a hard time about marrying a Chinese wife than a Thai
I don't know whether a Chinese wife is better than a Thai wife, but I know I like Thai food much better than Chinese food.
A Thai wife with an extra sausage and eggs 😂
@@unterhau1102 that joke is so 2008
@@guytansbariva2295 Thai food is better than all food
To fight the fear of saying something wrong is a huge challenge for me, so to see this amount of confidence is admirable.
Same. I never want to offend someone but I want to also try to at least say basic greetings if I know their language. Even it's just "thanks" or "goodbye" or "hello how are you?"
I’ve been to many countries and tried their languages. They love you for trying!
Now you know how it feels for non-English speakers in the West.
Don't worry, everyone loves it when you get it right, they love it when you get it wrong even more. Everyone goes into teacher mode hahah
Wouldn’t I’d be fun to learn a language like children do? And just say what sounds good without worrying about if we’re saying it wrong. Baby talk lol
After 3 weeks of study, I'd say the ability to understand a fraction of what natives say is the most impressive part.
Indeed, his study must've had someone from Thai teaching him. Bcs textbook is usually so different than in reality especially with locals. Cultural context is important. I'm not Thai but this is the case for language I speak such as Japanese, English and Indonesia where textbook is a only fraction of the language especially Bahasa due to its diverse culture.
@@yuii2493 There are many language apps on the phone , they cost a bit to unlock if you do not want to use the free version
But some are really good and teach the correct way of speaking , often people that speak those languages natively
Just wanted to let you know , if you didn't already ☺
Hard to believe
Im normally not a jealous person, but i wish i could pick up languages like you do, or even a small percentage of what you do.Such a gift
He can only do it because of practice. You can do it too if you work as hard as him!
As he said in his *app review* video, when he saw "1h practice a day" and said "now we are getting somewhere"
Based on that info he puts so much time into learning languages.
So its not much of a talent as I suppose dedicated and smart work each day
If you believe his gifts to be a talent, then remember that talent is pursued interest.
Exactly, 1 or 2 languages would be a dream for me. This guy is absolutely ridiculous. Wow
It’s called trying.
Hint: when a Thai asks "Are you sure?" when you ask for very spicy, they are trying to give you one last chance to change your mind...
That's right. 😅😆🤣😂
Spot on 55
I loved the look she gave him when he asked for Thai-level spicy and she countered with medium spicy lmaooo
As a foreigner that speaks Thai and has watched lots of Xioma vids, it is so cool to finally see him trying out Thai. I think he's still using his Chinese accent/inflection and obv has no vocab yet but kudos for giving it a shot. It's a wonderful language to learn, very logical in a lot of ways compared to other languages. And great first choice of meal with pad khrapao :)
he learned vietnamese language in a different structure ,very similair to thai. he should be able to master right away
Best Thai dish. Every time I intro it to people they're like wtf why haven't I tried this??
i've noticed that he always repeats the same words multiple times and it's kinda weird
@@yasinnkhann It’s just something he does, I think.
@@yasinnkhann lol because he can't speak Thai. He's doing his best after 2 weeks. Aroi mak mak is easy to remember
As a Thai translator I gotta admit this is pretty good for a first time Thai speaker! The only thing that needs work is your tones, emphasize long and short vowels, and knowing classifiers for items. ยอดเยี่ยม สู้ๆนะครับผม
Xioma should have a series where he travels to different countries and tries the local food.
Like feed phil, but with language skills!
@@spencerbrawn Or Bizarre Foods!
On CNN! It would be a hit with the language factor!
@Farah Renard who gives a f***, he looks great and is doing important things in the world.
frr him and drew binsky need to collab then!
Thai language isn’t easy to learn. It’s far more complex than anyone could ever imagine. We appreciate him for taking the extra mile to be fluent in many different foreign languages. His consistency and hard work is admirable.
I'd disagree, the speech part is very easy but the writing is very hard!
@@lillooseleaf9292 exactly Im Thai but can only understand the words that are spoken but can't even comprehend one word written in thai
Speaking Thai isn't hard at all. Common misconception. It's so so simple really. The hard part is to learn the script.
Thai is easier to speak than English. Because Thai language speaks sentences from front to back. But English doesn't line up sentences with words. For example, what are you doing? but Thai sentences Will arrange sentences, words such as you are doing what. you=kun, are=gamlung doing=time, what= a line. Thai reads aloud that.Kun gamlung time a line. It has the same meaning as English. What are you doing?if you understand this simple principle, you will understand Thai language easier.
Finally Xiaoma learns Thai, my mother tongue! Thai is a very difficult language to master tones and pronunciations but I'm impressed how much you've learnt in two weeks! Thank you for visiting and showcasing our country, and interviewing world leaders in APEC as well!
Slight correction for @6:19, it is not "Can you handle spicy food?" but it is "Which region do you like its food the most?" (so ชอบกินอาหารภาคไหน = chob kin ahan pak nai = like+eat+food+region+which? instead of ชอบกินอาหารเผ็ดมั้ย = chob kin ahan ped mai = like+eat+food+spicy+?)
I hope you do continue learning Thai and have more chances to visit other parts of our country as well!
I don’t think anyones surprised anymore
They’re just like hey it’s that guy from TH-cam 😂
Nice to see the Thai culture in this video. Looks like such a great country. Nice seeing the people's reaction to your skills too.
Love that you speak so many languages
you really connect with people like that 😊 so nice~
he's maso.
You should prank a Chinese restaurant by reserving the whole place with white guys who speak Mandarin and record their reactions. Might be hard to coordinate but it would be pretty funny.
All arrive at different times and spend most of the time speaking english, then just all randomly switch to Mandarin at the same time, the staff would think they are going crazy.
@@AVerySillySausage Have them act as "white" as possible as well when they first arrive, asking for forks etc. Might be fun to have them look like they are randomly picking up the language as time goes on.
this is all too good 😆
A kinda linguistic flash mob, please do it!
@@heatherwolmarans8287 thats never been done before what have you guys created?
BRO !!! I BEEN WAITING FOR YOU TO SPEAK THAI FOR 3 YEARS !!!!!! IM SOOOOO FLIPPING HAPPY !
Your last name is interesting, where is it from?
The more I watch this, the more I think it'd be super cool to see you do some more long form/documentary style videos where you get to spend more time to learn not only the language, but the culture and history behind it too. I truly love your style of videos because I appreciate how you are simultaneously light-hearted and entertaining while also being informative for the audience and respectful of everyone you talk to, and I would love to see what you could do if you were able to dedicate like six or eight weeks to a single production. I'm not saying I think you should stop doing your usual videos (please don't, I love them dearly lol), I just mean incorporating them as an annual/biannual project where you can dedicate it to studying a language/culture you've always wanted to get into but didn't have the time for. Not to speak for the entire audience, but I think we'd love to see you pull out your inner Anthony Bourdaine for a video or two!
That aside, I just want to say you're not only a fantastic entertainer, but also a fantastic role model as well. I appreciate you, and I hope you and the family are happy and healthy!
This is a great idea!
As a Thai native I was so impressed and proud! Awesome!!
just couldn't resist to look it up 😂😂 Bua loi or bua loy (บัวลอย) is a Thai dessert. It consists of rice flour rolled into small balls, and cooked in coconut milk and sugar.
Looked delicious!
I want some
The one he had also include an egg poached in syrup
I myself only speak 4 languages fluent but i always just love the genuine reactions of these people here
They approach you in a whole different way and become so joyful
Languages are really the gateway for understanding and respecting other cultures and it really binds people together when they understand each other , no matter the color of ones skin or religion/culture
Don't be to hard with yourself, if you speak "only 4 languages fluently" then you're doing way better than most of the people on this planet. If I recall correctly, only 3% of people on earth do master 4 or more languages.
liked that you tried all the foodtrucks, really supported the locals instead of buying from a supermarked
6:18 correction. She actually asked you "ชอบกินอาหารภาคไหน? chob-gin-ar-han-paark-nai?" that means "Which region of Thailand do you like its food best?"
Because Thai food kinda differs upon region.
ภาคอีสาน Esan (Northeastern Thai) food has a lot of Laos influence.
ภาคกลาง Middle Thai food has a lot of Chinese influence
ภาคใต้ Southern Thai food is very spicy and has a lot of Malaysian influence.
While ภาคเหนือ Northern Thai food has Lanna-Laos influence.
Anyway, that is very impressive of how you managed to learn quite a lot within only 3 weeks. Thai language is quite difficult to learn.
Hope you had a great time and tried great food in Thailand.
And the correct answer to that question is Isan, without a doubt. The best flavors and spices are from there!
The diversity and flavor of Thai food is about as good as it gets. I've only been there twice, but massively enjoyed the food and Bangkok.
Do you know the name of the food that looked like a colorful cereal?
@@jerrywhidby. it's called "บัวลอยไข่หวาน" (bua-loy-khai-waan) or just bua-loy
The colorful cereal thing is made with sticky rice flour. Then they add the coconut milk and the egg on top is optional. Sometimes they also add taro in it.
@@AmberGrizz thank you
im impressed with the amount of thai in such a short time! One very essential thing I feel like you missed is adding krap at the end of sentences to make them polite! As well as the difference between yaak, au, and kaw when saying I want
Its interesting how locals werent really bothered with the addition of the "khrap/kha" at the end of sentences since he was making such an effort to speak full sentences.
Thai people are in a good mood. smile and laugh all the time The more they know you can speak Thai, the more they will like it. Until sometimes they may ask personal questions beyond the limits without understanding the culture of foreigners, what should not be asked. Please don't take it seriously. They had no bad intentions whatsoever. Have fun traveling in Thailand.
คุณพูดได้ถูกต้อง! คนไทยอารมณ์ดี ชอบอัธยาศัย...แต่มีวัฒนธรรมที่คนต่างชาติยังไม่เข้าใจ คือการพูดคุย การถาม ตัวอย่าง อ้วน-ผอม ผิวขาว-ผิวดำ ที่คนไทยพูดเป็นเรื่องปกติไม่ใช่การบูลลี่ บางคนตั้งชื่อเล่นของลูกว่า"อ้วน""ดำ" แม้การเรียกชาวต่างชาติผิวขาวว่า"ฝรั่ง"คำพูดเหล่านี้ไม่เหมาะกับคนต่างชาติที่ไม่เข้าใจ
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I’ve been living in Thailand and studying Thai for a year and been requesting a video with Thai for almost as long. The day has finally come! พูดภาษาไทยเก่งมาก
How’s Thailand compared to where you lived before at?
@@whitedragoness23 California. Love it. Never been happier. Not sure if Thailand will be forever, but I’ll stay until I’m unhappy.
I'm Thai. Thai people are funny. and friendly like to joke around to have fun as well. and likes to ask about the well-being in order to understand the other person I wish you happiness in Thailand.
I really miss speaking Thai. It's very easy to learn when you live on the economy. I was there during the veitnam war. Once I went to England and wanted some Thai food. The restaurant wasn't open so I thought I would have a smallest conversation. Turns out once you learn it, you really never forget it. 💯
Killing it Xiaoma! Was looking forward to your first ever Thai language episode!
You two need to collab! TH-cam gold right there.
ดีใจมาก และ ปลื้มใจที่คนไทยเป็นมิตรกับนักท่องเที่ยว คนไทยน่ารัก เห็นนักท่องเที่ยวเป็นแขกบ้านแขกเมือง นอกจากกรุงเทพแล้ว มาเที่ยว ต่างจังหวัดก็จะมีความสุขในอีกแบบนะครับ ยินดีต้อนรับครับ
Thai is such a pretty language to look at. I really wish I had the motivation to learn it. Out of every language out there, Thai is the one I want to learn the most.
This has got to be the friendliest group of people to interact with, they are so willing to help with pronunciation or what to say. Love this!!
Ears and eyes like a demi-god, tongue of silver and humble as pie. So glad humans like you exist.
The dessert is called Bua Loi. Bua Loi is an ancient Thai dessert made from flour floating in coconut milk. I'm glad you came to Thailand, hope you like it here ^^
This is exactly what I wanted to know. Thanks!
Love as a language learner/polyglot myself to see examples of real life, because when you're learning and in the real life situations you mess up, and you learn from them! It's so wholesome. I think that's a new look you're giving and that's especially useful to see for new language learners. You never fail to impress xiaoma!
Such a good dude. Language is intimate for sure but so is positive energy. Ari-you got both.
Three weeks studying Thai and he is talking with the locals. I'm just a little jealous! Thailand is great, I have been there twice and it's a blast!
I’m jealous of the amount of time he has to study Thai for three weeks to be this proficient with locals
@@Iris-qh2pl hes not proficient at all, they are just used to people speaking really poor thai.
Love Thailand so much
Can't wait to spend more time there eating and relaxing.
Amazing people there and amazing culture
The food is so hot but so delicious
I'm fortunate enough to have visited many countries, and out of them all I'd move to Thailand in a heartbeat. Wonderful people, culture, and food.
I love these videos. I find it fascinating so many people from various Asian countries and cutlers are so excited and impressed. In my experience if you visit America and are not fluent in English. We get annoyed and are not impressed, when we should be impressed.
We Americans are embarrassingly lazy when it comes to learning another language or languages. I understand our geography is the main reason but I think we miss out on a broader cultural experience.
@@marcgoff7881have to agree.
First time Thai, wow - you'll never be the same! 😀
That's how you learn a foreign languages!! Xiaoma goes around practicing languages without any fear or hesitation!
Been married to my Thai wife for 12 years and speak a little Thai only. You do very well and enjoy your videos 👍🇹🇭❤️
You can still become fairly fluent in Thai if you just start seriously now for a few months
You've been learning for three weeks! That's so impressive! Wouldn't it be great that you met @PaddyThai there and other Thai speaking 'foreigners'. Another excellent video 🇬🇧🇺🇸🇹🇭🙏🏾👍🏾
This is the collab we all need!
You know how long I’ve been waiting for a Thai video from you ! A long time . I’m finally happy you are trying and you are doing well . I love it
I never met friendlier people that Thai. I moved to Thailand about a year ago and I'm learning thai. Even though I'm not fluent, they will always help you and to understand you. They're always so happy when I speak Thai.
Thailand is such a lovely country. People are so nice, amazing food and so much to do
I miss Thailand so much. The people and the food.
My favourite dish in Thailand is Pad krapow gai kai dao. Beautiful. Minced chicken, holy basil, chilli, garlic, fish sauce, oyster sauce, soy sauce and a fried egg on sticky rice 🥰
He’s always so respectful. I’m so proud of the way he represents Americans.
Thai people are so kind and caring. These are my favorite videos of when you travel and share your gift. Your gifts are from God thank you for sharing.
You were at about the same level as I was on my first visit. After a few years you'll be OK 😂 Thai is a very logical language, it's just getting the vocabulary down which is the problem. I now have a big collection of music, videos and books that help me - plus, of course, a Thai wife, family and a lot of Thai friends. Daily need to speak and listen really drives the learning process. Being based in a small town in the NW hills gives a new dimension to the culture.
Going for เผ็ดมาก on the som tam was bound to end in tears - I love my chillies, but I know that to ask for that is a challenge . . .
A few years ago I was at a Thai food festival in the UK and the ladies asked if I wanted my som tam made with one chilli or two, and tried hard not to laugh when I said five. Then they hid and watched me eat it, after which they gave me a round of applause.
However, when we go somewhere new in Thailand, they always put the spicey dish in front of my wife.
And 200 Baht was a bit overpriced . . .
200 baht for a tuk tuk from Khao San Road to China Town.
For me, as a Thai person, it's a normal price.
Because I pay this price But if taking a taxi, it may be a little cheaper.
This year, inflation and war made everything more expensive.
Tuk-tuks have a bad reputation for price gouging, and it's normal for those who want to use their services to be wary of prices. For me, as a Thai person, I think 200 baht is not expensive at all because after they drop off tourists, they have to return to the same place because there might not be passengers on the way back.
Unlike taxis, they are easier to find passengers and run throughout Bangkok.
This is the view from me.
as a thai, i think it would have been hilarious if xiaoma replied to the 200 baht offer with "lao pen khon thai duay gan, pee!", which tanslates to "big brother! i'm a thai person like you!" this is a play on the fact that there usually is a foreigner price difference and thai people love absurdist humor. as the poster above mentioned, 200 baht is fair and he probably felt a little sheepish for saying 1000 baht earlier, even though he was just half joking.
I came from a Thais TH-cam channel to see your full video. I'm really impressed with your language skill. You learn Thais in just only for 3 weeks but you can speak and understand so many. I like the way you make the video and the way you talk to people. We love it when foreigners try to speak our language. If we laugh while talking to you that's a sign that we like you and want you to try more. Just keep talking. Don't worry if you say the wrong thing, no one will care. We understand and everyone will sincerely help you. Thank you for your trip to Thailand. Have a good time. 👍👍👍
Ari you need your own travel channel show. Always enjoy your videos. The reactions are always priceless
I miss Thailand so much, beautiful country and people, mind you going around Bangkok on a tuk tuk can be quite nerve wracking!!
I have ridden with the tuk tuk guy at ~4:15 twice lately, both times from exactly where you found him. If you're doing this well with the spicy food on day two, you'll have no trouble with the inputs, but it'll take a while for the outputs to stabilize. I hope you were able to spend a few weeks in Bangkok.
I'm taking my first Thai reading lesson this morning. Wish me luck!
Good luck! 😃
That's always amazing to see people's reactions
Im on my Semester abroad in Bangkok at the moment, I think if I would have met you randomly on the streets that would have been the best moment of my time here :) enjoy your trip
Thai people are the nicest people I’ve ever met.
I love your videos Ari! They always bring me joy even on the roughest days- thank you sincerely for sharing. 🙏❤🤙
I have always wanted to visit Thailand. The people seem so friendly! And the food looks GREAT 😍
Love Thailand friendly people I want to go back one day.
Everyone seems so friendly! Looks like a fun time
Highly respect you that try to communicate in Thai.
manz has never had a bad plate of food 😭 i’m tryna get like him 💀💀
Great video as always man. Thanks for taking us on another awesome adventure
Love how happy everyone looks. Really great content.
I've been in Thailand for about 50 days and your Thai ability is wayy better than mine... but to be fair, i haven't really studied Thai at all lol
you seriously need to make more of these even if its just the Chinese reaction videos, we never get tired of them! i realize its probably a lot of work to travel and pay expenses but you dont have 5 miliion subs for no reason!! i keep rewatching videos because its just such good content.
I am very impressed with your dedication. I have been here for 4 years now and my Thai is ‘nit noi’. You inspired me to take a step further and improve my ability to speak Thai❤️
I love your openness when traveling.
Thai food is spectacular, so hungry watching this 😅
You're so cute trying to speak Thai. For Thai people, just you try to talk, even if you can't speak properly, but we will try to understand what you have communicated. We like people who try to speak Thai, we don't mind if you don't speak Thai correctly. We say that trying to speak Thai is your charm. Or even better, if you say " Krub " at the end of your sentence, it will make you look very cute and humble in our culture. The word " Krub " is used for men and the word " Ka " is used for women.
Your so free with your information. I was proud of you when you told one guy you were there for 2 days and told the other guy 5 days. Good(safe)to be on the need to know.
This has been my new favorite channel lately
fully jealous. cannot wait to go back to thailand
6:19 They were asking you which region's food do you like the most, not spiciness. ภาค (Phâk) means region | เผ็ด (Phět) means spicy. The answer should've been ภาคเหนือ (Phâk Nuéa), ภาคอีสาน (Phâk Īsán), ภาคกลาง (Phâk Klāng), or ภาคใต้ (Phâk Taì).
I appreciate the honesty in your errors that shows a lot of vulnerability and strength
Please make more of these, this was awesome.
Is it true that you only learned Thai for three weeks before coming to Bangkok? That's shocking that you can communicate like this, it's awesome.👍👍
That food looks delicious 😋
The people are incredible nice there it’s great to see!
I cant wait until I see the next part! I really appreciate this camera view opposed to the full 360 view. Thanks for all that you do!
next video: white guy surprises entire chinese restaurant by summoning satan and the depths of hell
Bangkok is a great place to enjoy food. Make sure you visit the northeast of Thailand as well. Sausages in banana leaves and noodles are the best in Thailand.
Dayum actually going to the country to speak the language is really elevating ur content, love it!
Can’t wait for part 2!
I love traditional spicy Thai food.
You speak Thai very clearly with the exact accent.so cool.❤❤❤
Haha! Just waited for that first bite. 😂 My favourite!
cant wait for part 2!
Try some of your Mandarin with them. Many of them must speak it. They will freak out! Good video content 😊
Towards the south most don't in my experience 😄
I taught myself how to read Thai. So easy once you catch on 😊
cant wait for part 2
So delighted and impressed!
I started watching polyglots videos after i discovered laoshu505000 youtube channel. I always thought his content could have been even better if he had the chance to travel the world and comunicate with people in their own country. He didn't in the end, but i'm happy seeing you travelling across the world.
RIP Moses, the OG polyglot GOAT.
I don't know that guy, still sad when people die. Was it feom covid?
@@KeyGameUniverse no he had heart problems
Feel you. Miss him too
@@KeyGameUniverse He passed away more than a year ago because of heart complications. I'm pretty sure he basically invented this genre of videos. Xiaoma uploaded a video about his death on the channel.
RIP Moses. He was the OG youtube polyglot.
Thanks for another amazing video!
Keep making these videos they are the best!
Next on Xiaoma's list should be:
1. Greek
2. Hawaiian
3. Lakota
4. Icelandic
5. Kannada
Ahh would love for him to learn some Hawaiian
I lived in Thailand for a while, the food you get used to how spicy it is. After a while you get a real taste for it and develop your tastebuds to differentiate the spices. I miss real Thai food, the stuff here in the UK is nowhere near as nice. The street vendors are some of the best in the world.
There are a few good places for Thai food in the UK, sadly Oli's Thai in Oxford has closed now but just discovered a tiny restaurant in Southampton doing really good stuff including some offal dishes (Bangkok cuisine, not aware of any good Isaan places sadly).
Amazing video as always
Love it can't wait for part two :D
No matter how good you think you are with spice, do not order “Thai spicy”. There’s no way he finished that papaya salad 😂 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️
He did not know what he got himself into. Took one bite and cut to the next scene 🤣