I’m Korean and sometimes I myself dislike some Korean ways and traditions. I set back and reserves. Koreans are very critical of others for instance if their different than you, how your face looks, body shape, how you dresses. All those are personal choices and Koreans have hard time excepting. I grew up watching my mother and her friends always criticizing people’s luxe their personalities etc. i do have to say that about America and other countries are more excepting to those things. My little sister is fat and my family just can’t let that go they always have to say something about her weight all of times especially when she’s eating. Come on people just live. God made us all different there’s a reason for that. Love your channel 👍🏽
She: being a foreigner you can have a opportunity to be a model Me:just come in India you don’t need to be a model Indian people will treat you like a celebrity 😂😂
@somali Chakraborty it's not a matter of caring tbh. Anywhere in pop culture Asians mostly refer to East Asians. South Asians or West Asians don't get "recognized", if I may use that word, in that vein.
Korean online friends: Oh, are you from Britain, or America? Me: No... I’m from South Africa Korean online friend: Africa? But you are a white foreigner? Me: Indeed. *flashbacks to Mean Girls*
Same thing has happened to me, but in Mexico. I have lived in Mexico for most of my life, but when I tell them that my parents are South African or I lived there, they would say, "But you're white", and I would be like 👁️👄👁️
@@gugunkosi9968 I met some on HelloTalk, as well as Monkey. I met one on freakin’ Omegle and a few on Facebook who were looking for people to speak English with and they were willing to teach me some Korean as well. Apps like Hello Talk where they’re specifically made for you to meet people who are learning to exchange language and culture are especially helpful
As for the first point, I think pretty much every country is the same. We Italians for example criticise Italy a lot because of all of its problems (mainly related to politics, bureaucracy and the system in general), but the moment someone who’s not Italian says anything bad about our country... well, we can get quite defensive and patriotic.
Same in Brazil. We complain a lot about our own country but we don't accept so well when foreigners do so. It's like we fine because we know properly both up and downsides of it, but we don't accept badmouthing from those who don't know it that well.
@@davidsonneves6130 Yes, exactly! I believe people all over the world are the same in this regard. As Rachel said, it’s as if someone was speaking ill about your sibling whom you have a love-hate relationship with.
omg - as a fellow Italian - at first i read your comment very fast and i didn't realise you were talking about Italy, just that you were complaining about bureaucracy and i was like 'mmm, why does this sound like Italy?' hahaha honestly, i completely agree with u: even if we may not be as vocal as Koreans (highly debatable, btw) about how much it bothers us when non-Italians criticise our country, the defensiveness is ALL there. i feel like no one has a right to judge others, we're all majorly sensitive in that department. p.s. mi fa strano parlarti in inglese, però pareva brutto scrivere un commento che altri non avrebbero potuto capire haha
As a foreigner coming to Korea in the next 4 months, those struggles aren't even struggles. At worst I would call them slight annoyances. At best, I would call them true expectations.
Yeah same, no place is perfect but it's still way better than in the U.S. where I live, & Mexico where I'm from. I don't have to deal with actually danger there plus it's a first world country. These sound like annoyances. Although since I'm in a courtship with someone in Korea I do need to take in mind the economy problem of birth rates & the expenses of having a family there.
@Black messiah Is coming ! yep like have u seen that commercial where they put that black in the washing machine and when he came out he was a asian like what.
People have differing opinions, and it’s important to recognize that this even extends to Koreans. It’s also important to keep in mind, that racism and colorism in East Asia is not the same as in the Western Hemisphere. It’s more so individual accounts of racial bigotry, rather than systemic barriers that have been cultivated throughout generations.
When I visited Korea I loved it! The people are helpful and kind. I got lost when I first arrived in Seoul and with my little Korean that I learned asked for help. Here is the rest of the story this person was just coming out of work , they look at the address I was trying to get to, called the person who lived there to get clearer directions then the map gave, then walked and talked with me until I reached the front door of where I was stay. However, not one person ever came up to me to speak English
I watch Rachel for a month now and.... How can she not have 1 million Subs??? She's so nice and her videos is kind of more diverse than the others korean youtubers how talk in English D:
I know about all of these "problems" for foreigners, but I think it happens almost in every country. The "English practicing" happened to me several times. Once I met whole school class during my visit of 전쟁기념관 in Seoul and it was a little bit overwhelming, but I really enjoyed it :D
In America, we are very social, so it is not uncommon for complete strangers to start casual conversations. If I were approached by a Korean stranger who was just interested in practicing English, I would not be offended at all. I understand how important it is to speak to native speakers when you are learning a new language. I also can relate on how natives would be defensive of their Country. I am a proud American, and would not be happy to have a foreigner or even a fellow American speak badly about my Country. God Bless.
It’s absolutely amazing to me that expats can not fully comprehend that your Country is different because it’s Foreign. No one has to change for someone else. As an Indigenous Native American Indian...I don’t feel anyone has to be walking on eggs because of cultural and traditional values. Be proud of who you are and “Who cares if others Don’t Like It”. Thanks for posting this and sharing this information Rachel.
Rachel , Do you know world is so small.And everyone in the world have same mentality about their culture.I like the way you present yourself in your video. You are looking beyond gorgeous.
Oh, I'm just saying this all the time. But it seems most people are not sooo into Korean girls' femininity like I am. I watch them on youtube and feel just: omg, dear, you're just sooo goood👍👌🤗
That's interesting... it could depend on the American, their place in society. I always shit talk about that country and try to deter people from going, but maybe this is my nationalism coming out to defend us. 😅😅😅
I felt that. I also feel like it's an embedded part of people in a lot of countries. The people of that country can talk crap about their country but if someone from a different country talks crap, you better watch out!
I view each interaction as a chance to make a new friend or share a bit of cultural understanding. So bring on those wanting to practice English, I’ll make time and if it’s a kid, I’ll have a little something to give them, like a pin or sticker.
I think it's funny about the part where people will approach in order to study English and practice their English on you. I would be pretty open to that but it would get annoying if that's all it was. I would have to start charging for tutoring services. lol BUT if a child came up to me randomly in order to say hello and practice their English......I would never turn those cuties away! Kids can ask me anything! It's super cute! xD
Some things happen everywhere, but some good info to learn more about your culture. As far if someone comes up to me to use their English, hey no problem, just trying to learn. They might get tired of me though because I will be the one asking a lot of questions back! 🤣😂🤣😂There is nothing wrong trying to learn, just as we as foreigners are trying to learn things in your culture.
So let’s talk about cultural differences here. I was introduced to a Mexican lady because we wanted to practice each other’s language. She wanted to practice English and me Spanish. The first time we met was suppose to be for an hour or two. Instead we talked...in broken English and Spanish for 7 or 8 hours. After about 3 weeks, we decided we were actually dating. Got engaged a year and four months later and married 3 months after that. Been together 26 years and married 24 yrs with two daughters. So don’t get too offended if someone wants to practice your language with you. It might change both your lives.....for the better.🥰🥰🥰
I think culture shock is definitely a real thing, which is why I think people should learn about the culture they are visiting before their trip; some small phrases, basic etiquette, even the type of climate you’ll be going to and what kinds of luxuries or basic necessities your country has that you won’t be able to find.
I'd actually be thrilled if someone walked up to me to "practice" their English because then I would be able to help someone improve their skills just by having a conversation with them 💐
When you come from a foreign land you´re a foreigner. Marriage or staying a little longer doesn´t change that. If someone would try to use me as english studymaterial i would answer him in german ^_^
The second one remind me of the black guy in Itaewon class. He kept saying I am a Korean. My Dad is Korean! But others in the Drama denied it. "You don't look like Korean how can you be one?" And even expected him knowing English. xd oh and also 11:23 When it's obvious I simply pretend not knowing english and start talking in another language :D And about Hirarchy. That is totally fine by me. I don't see it as bad bcz I grew up with the same mindset.
Why do some people have a problem teaching Koreans English?I understand some say that and have no intentions of actually learning but the ones who do why don’t people just tell them they can’t help them ?
I have been to Korea 5 times. I try to go to places tourist don't go therefore I get a lot of the "foreigner" attention. It doesn't bother me. I find it adorable. One instance an entire family approached me and I thought they wanted me to take a photo of them as a group. Happens a lot in the US. "Hey can you take a photo of us?" Is a common thing. But actually they wanted to take a photo WITH me in it. So somewhere in Korea when a family shows off their vacation photos, I'm in one. I thought it was cute. They were super nice and gracious. A fond memory for me.
Someone wanting to practice their English with me would be fine with me (I'm American) if I was in Korea. I might be helped by Koreans speaking English to me for various things. So there would be a sense of fairness in me being willing to help with English. Where I'm from it isn't uncommon to chat with the random stranger on occasion, so that aspect wouldn't be too alarming either. Someone sending their kid over to speak English seems like it would be a lot more awkward for the kid than it would for me.
@민지 can i get a job when i am not the native English speaker.....i am from india and indians are really good at English as we were taught English since we were very young like 5 years old......
@@akaanshadahiya1407 Same as any other country I guess. If you work in a good restaurant then it's a good job, if you're in a bad restaurant then its a bad job. So try and find a good place to work at
Somehow this got me thinking: You know a lot of eastern Asian people choose (typically English) "western names", most often when they are in international business. Now I was wondering if the opposite happens too, or if it would feel very weird to you as a Korean, if a European had an "eastern name". Maybe this is a topic you could make a video about? :-)
it really depends on your name,if your name is easy to spell for Korean, there no need for a Korean name but if it was long and hard to spell and sound weird in Korean, it better to get a Korean name
The last point you made... I've experienced this a lot since moving to Seoul. People will come up to me and speak English with me out of nowhere and to be honest sometimes it is difficult to tell their intentions but it makes me uncomfortable. Even my ex boyfriends mom wanted to meet me so I could get close to her daughter who was studying for TOIEC... It was something that always bothered me. It's the one thing about Korea that I dislike the most. Never knowing if someone is interested in me because of the language I speak or if because they are genuinely interested in me as a person. This goes for dating as well. I love Korea and I don't regret moving here at all I just wish I wasn't always seen as a foreigner and that people would show interest in me for how I am as a person not my language.
I have a friend who is married to Korean, she told me that a lot of ppl working at shops and convenient stores speak to her casually and when they hand something they used one hand instead of two hands (that very disrespectful) when she is alone but they used formal speech when she is with her husband , she was fine with that in the beginning but later it started to really piss her off a lot, speaking formally is a sign to show respect
I'm from Nigeria and we give the same reaction when people talk about our country 🤣 I love your channel so much Rachel and I can't wait to visit Korea someday. You're also really pretty 😍.
Rachel, lemme tell you ... after this election here in the US, Korea's defensiveness is NOTHING in comparison to some Americans views on our country. Like we are mediocre in so many things and many still claim to be the best in the WORLD. 😓 Not to say we suck but we have SO much to work on as well.
If a korean came up to me on the street to try and practise their English I'd be so down for the conversation! I love when people try to learn languages so if I can help you and correct for you to improve, that's awesome :P
Here in the UK we're more that willing to hear criticism about the country and even correct you when your complaints aren't strong enough, but mention anything about tea being bad or not supporting the Queen and you'll be promptly charged with treason. Also, so long as you vaguely speak English, you're a Brit until you prove otherwise.
I don't think I'd mind people using me to practice English as long as they're clear and up front about their intentions. I have a way to help people out just by talking to them, so as long as they're still respectful, there's no problem. That said, I can understand why some people wouldn't appreciate being approached for that reason. To each his own.
The talking to Foreigners part made me smile because I think that would make me feel the most comfortable because in the south part of the USA we talk to everyone, like all the time... If you are in a line or sit next to someone on a bus you just start talking to them, it's not the same all over in the USA my friends from California and most northern states think it's strange but in the south, we just talk to strangers all the time so even if it was just to practice English it would make me feel really welcome and at home :) and maybe I could use a little southern charm to get them more interested in being friends with me rather than just using me for an English tutor! lol
I'm from Canada, and talking to strangers is pretty normal here. It doesn't always happen, but when it does no one thinks it's strange, and certainly not rude. I once had a 15 minute conversation with some guy in a music store. No names, good conversation about several things, shook hands afterward and never saw each other again. Totally random, started by a comment about a movie being played on tv in that store. Same with customers at work, people on the street, etc. If I were in Korea and someone just approached me on the street, I wouldn't think of it as rude, even if they're just trying to practice English.
Your right being approached by a stranger is always awkward. But here in the States, interactions with strangers can be strange and welcome at the same time. If a person is genuinely interested in learning another country's language and culture, it may be a interesting dynamic to make a new friend. Orrrrr. it could be an utter disaster, you never know if you try.
Just makes me more excited to come visit and maybe even stay a while!! 😉 Every place on this planet has its pros and cons, but I love the fact that Koreans are so proud of their traditions, culture and communities. 💜
Americans are pretty comfortable talking with strangers (we do it waiting in lines all the time.) I have had this sort of experience where someone approaches me to practice their English. I understand and am not offended.
When I went to Korea once I had people come up to me to practice English and normally I’d would be okay with it. But this one time I just was in a bad mood and someone wanted to practice English with me and because I was in a bad mood I ignored them unlit they grappled me I then turned around and started speaking Spanish. I’ve never seen someone look so confused in my life, they where just staring at me like what the heck did he just say.
I would not mind strangers wanting to practice their English with me, I think it would be fun and a little amusing. If children approached me, and as long as they were comfortable doing it without their parents forcing them I would really love letting them talk to me and practice!
Thank you, this was very interesting! One thing..as a Canadian, I am always very pleased when someone who speaks a different language wants to speak English with me! This is how new friendships are made!
I like to think I’m understanding and chill about lots of things. I could either accept it and just be happy with myself, or fight that current and struggle. Maybe just some of those things really don’t bother me. I know no one coming up to me for those modeling and TV gigs 🤣 I think it’s called honbap, but that’s the one thing I probably need to figure out when I visit.
I wouldn't really mind if they came to talk to me just to practice english but they should be straightforward about it. Don't beat around the bush and just tell that you want to practice english. Don't misguide me into thinking that you want to be friends.
I think when i go to Korea - its going to confusing because I am Korean but I am a foreigner and cannot speak the language but my friend in Korea said that the natives will be able to tell that I am not from there. I expressed my fear that because I am Korean that other Koreans will try to talk to me in Korean and I will be scared because I won't know what to say. But if they come up and try to speak English, I wouldn't mind it because if I can help & understand then we both win & maybe I'll meet someone nice that can help me for the duration of my trip. Plus about the stories about the parents having kids approach tourists - that's not the safest thing to do. You just never know. I guess we shall see when I arrive how it goes.
I love my country but "there are so many things I hate and so many stupid here". As an American, that's the most relatable thing I've ever heard. Stupid has no nationality, I imagine a lot of people in the world feel this way about their country if they're being honest
That doesn’t change the loud and obnoxious on excepting people. That shouldn’t be anyone’s experience when they give money to a country. Only Koreans make a big deal of yelling out peoples race
scoop up cat poop It may not be a “race” but they need to point out that someone is different from you every time you see them is kind of what we’re talking about.That’s something children do
In regards to the last part, Koreans shouldn't worry about foreigners thinking they are rude just for talking to them. I've heard that in Korea, it is unusual to just casually chat with a stranger so they may perceive it as being rude but, other cultures (not all) just find it normal, or even see it as rude to ignore a stranger in their presence.
I think most of us are protective of our home country. We can speak with another of our citizens regarding annoyances but if an outsider were to share the same, we can get defensive. I think it would be normal.
Yea honestly the English one is so relatable... however it's easy to avoid those that just using you. If they act waaaay to friendly as if you guys knew each other for while, then run lol, they just have agenda (this can be true for many other non foreigner related situations). For me, because I am Asian Studies major i don't mind when people want to use me to practice their English honestly, since I understand how difficult it is in some places to practice a language without any suitable environment(i also end up trying to make networking opportunities to maybe get oral English tutor jobs) , just i feel bad for others that don't realize they are being used solely for purpose of language practice... so guys in any situation if you are trying to make real relationships, don't accept rushed feelings of friendship or love those are almost always not real
Honestly, unless I was in a rush to be somewhere, I probably wouldn't mind being approached to practice English as long as they were polite/nice about it. Even if they don't really care about me personally, I don't think I would be upset by that or would it matter to me all that much, I'd be happy I'm helping someone out.
I wouldn't mind someone coming up to me just to practice their English, so long as it doesn't happen too often. I don't mind helping someone out - it's kind of like being lost and someone coming to your assistance voluntarily. Happy to help if I can, but not more than once a day!
I must say that as a North European travelling alone, Koreans (at least in Seoul) seem to hide their thoughts about forgeiners guite well. Let me put it this way: During my studies (about a decade ago) I lived some time in Tanzania (East Africa) with a local family at the country side. I loved them and the place, but when ever I left our house, I would constantly hear people shouting "mzungu, mzungu" (means a light skinned person in Swahili), "whitey, whitey" basicly everywhere I went - and that was daily, same people, always, again and again. Sometimes I wished they would just only look at me and not shout, but I had to get used to it. So when I was in Seoul for 5 weeks last autumn, I could say, was it in the public transportation, walking on the streets, going in to the shops, I felt like no-one even looked at me twise. It might be that I am just a shadow kind of person, so that no-one really saw me.. :) ?? But I did not feel even one time that someone would have being noticing me really in a special way. And when you look different, obviously you might be noticed for your looks. Like I live near Univerisity Campus in Finland and this autumn I was so happy when I saw the Chinese students arriving - in the middle of this forever lasting covid-19 situation, it felt like we are not totally isolated yet, some people from somewhere else are still coming to stay for awhile!!
wow, honestly, the first two coan be applied to Poland as well! Definitely with some slight differences, but I see many similarities! Thanks for the great video, just discovered your channel and can't wait to watch more! :))
I think a lot of Americans don't consider it rude for strangers to come up and have a conversation with them. Even if it was just to practice English, I would think that would actually make that person happy.
I had a korean friend. And she was friends with my friend. She kept on talking to me. And we used each other for languages. I taught her English and Spanish and she taught me korean. We stopped being friends because of cultural differences. Her mindset on Students studying really annoyed me.
1. Nationalism is great. It's the way human political systems evolved... 2. One of my closest friends initially came up to speak to me to practice his english. I don't know why, I don't mind the practice even slightly. But I am a troll by nature...so I will definitely be having my own fun with it.
Rachel you're so charismatic and funny. I wouldn't mind people wanting to practice their English with me. Being from Kentucky I can always use a little English practice myself 😜
I'm so glad i was born in america, bc my viewpoint is: everyone deserves the basic human respect, but if you're a horrible person and you're older than me, there's no way I'm giving my respect to you basically: you don't deserve all of my respect until I see that you're respectable :)
Ya, going to someone and practicing english, would be uncomfortable (but only sometimes). What if we tried to think in an other way. What is wrong in that. They are just curious, encouraged learners who wanna know where do they stand in their path of learning english. Well, if this is wrong, then i am sorry to all my korean friends with whom i practiced korean when i was starting off. but as a person who asked for help myself, i know how that feels - they just maybe desperate to learn english or improve it and they surely need someone who can assist them, if not permanentaly atleast!
The whole talking to strangers thing is different depending where you come from I think. I'm from the US and it isn't rude to talk to random people if you are in the south. My mom will turn around and start conversation with people in the checkout line at the grocery store. I told this to one of my northeastern US friends and she thought that was the weirdest thing.
yup lol. i was raised in Massachusetts, now live in the south. up north you will most likely get told to go f yourself. people are rude as hell in new england.
I lived in Korea for a year and really didn’t mind people coming up to me and talking to me. I really enjoyed it actually because I like meeting new people. Of course this was back in the 90s where there really weren’t a lot of foreigners so I did feel out of place sometimes but overall I really loved my year there. I can’t wait to take my kids back and show them the country and beautiful culture. ❤️❤️
Rachel - I've only seen a few of your videos, but very much enjoyed them. You don't need to apologize for Korean culture to foreigners. (I'm American (of Northern European decent) and 68 years old. I lived in China in the late 1980s and married a Chinese national. I always knew I would always be considered an outsider. I was a bit bothered when small children on the street in Shanghai used to point and call me "foreign devil" in Shanghai dialect. However, I can't say I was surprised. I would rather Westerners learn more manners when they travel, I find them horribly embarrassing and want to hide when I see how rude they are. So please don't be defensive about your culture, you have so much to be proud of. Korea is on my list of must see places. Hope to go there soon.
Sometimes local people would do weird things to foreigners. But as long as foreigners respect and understand the korean culture they will fit into the society immediately. Let me give you an example about East Asian foreigners in Lebanon : Philippine has workers to send to lebanon to work in cleaning houses but recently they improved to the fact that they would work as this lady/man who does massage for you in a spa and they can work as waitresses in restorant and they can easily marry a local lebanese guy/woman because they have strong personalities and it’s attractive . Korean i’ve never seen one personally but i know that some of them has the lebanese nationality and they come from a business family. They are rare in Lebanon but all thanks to kpop and kdrama and the lebanese people being a fan of it . The numbers of koreans in Lebanon will rise. Japanese people will be treated as family because these people will fit in the society so easily they are respectful and nice.They can for example open they’re private business or become a chef in a fancy restaurant we love them way before they even know about us here is an example of a japanese in lebanon during the massive blast: www.arabnews.jp/en/middle-east/article_23485/. At the end it’s all abou respect and your intentions (good or bad)
I'm from the U.S. and I think I would enjoy it if people came up to me and wanted to practice English. As long as they wouldn't mind helping me with my Korean!
If you visit a foreign country you have to be respectful and polite. If I would ever lucky enough to visit Korea I will gladly help anybody to practice English.
Pls read full... 😩 Rachel unnie I just wanted to say this.. I am from India.. And here we accept a foreigners insecurity.. For eg :if a foreigner says.. "Oh India is shit.. " And Inadian would say... "yeah, sometimes it is" But we never really mean it.. We are just trying to make them feel comfortable around us Indians... We are very social (because India is full of diversity and we know how to mingle).... So what I was trying to say is that.. No matter how anyone behaves to foreigners.... It is a little awkward.. If you are possessive and protective people would say..."shit "..and if you are open minded, people would say... "shit, you talk about your country like that? " Whatever you do.. People say "shit " BTW Love you 😘
Hierarchy & Age are also a big thing in. 🇲🇽Mexico. Even if you “outrank” someone else professionally, if they’re older, you have to use honourifics. You also address them by their professional title instead of their name, ie. Lawyer/Engineer/Dr. “Person’s name”. Etc., However it’s “OK” not to if both parties are OK w/ using casual speak. From my experience…
Yes you used the "every cloud has it's silver lining" correctly ^^ English is my second language that I worked very hard for to learn so I'd feel happy and nostalgic seeing people that want to practice language :) I do think there's a teacher living in my heart though because I love learning stuff and then sharing what I've learned with others so it's definitely a personality trait of mine. :)
Interesting, thank you for the video. I mean I was born and raised in Romania and moved to Canada at age 15. In Romania, also being a very homogeneous country, we called everyone a foreigner, including Hungarians lol Coming to Canada was a big shock as I got to see so many different cultures. It is absolutely normal for anyone who is not Asian or Korean to be considered a foreigner. As for the English, that is to be expected and I don't think it's always a bad thing. I am pretty sure no one follows you around just for that reason. They simply take advantage of an opportunity if it presents itself. I do want to ask: does this also happen in Seoul given that it is such a large city with a percentage of foreigners who are there for work/study, etc?
I'd love to see a video of you talking about what you don't like about Korea! But only do it if you're okay with the possibility of having angry commenters 😔 unfortunately some people think that criticism of any kind towards a country is automatically hateful. But yes, it would be great to see it from a native korean's perspective! 💕
Been here the last 5 years and never minded if anyone wanted to speak in English. Also had many parents encourage their kids to speak to me, especially in the elevator. I do not understand why someone would be upset about it.
I feel like the first point is pretty universal. As an American, I'll talk shit about the US, but I'd be lying if I said that it doesn't annoy me when other people talk shit about American. I think the analogy Rachel used (Your country being sort of like a sibling) was perfect! But I think, again, as an American, I've also had to get use to hearing people criticize the US. And for good reason too, because the US is certainly far from perfect, and we're a powerful country so it's important that other keep us in check! So I try to remind myself to be thankful for the feedback, and thankful that people are comfortable enough and free enough to give such feedback.
I’m Korean and sometimes I myself dislike some Korean ways and traditions. I set back and reserves. Koreans are very critical of others for instance if their different than you, how your face looks, body shape, how you dresses. All those are personal choices and Koreans have hard time excepting. I grew up watching my mother and her friends always criticizing people’s luxe their personalities etc. i do have to say that about America and other countries are more excepting to those things. My little sister is fat and my family just can’t let that go they always have to say something about her weight all of times especially when she’s eating. Come on people just live. God made us all different there’s a reason for that. Love your channel 👍🏽
Amen, you're completely right
I’m so sorry for your sister,we all need to be excepted for who we are on the inside ,not what we look like.
I was in Korea for 3 year's best place ever I felt more at home in Korea then the u.s. Koreans are the nicest people I have ever met.
They are nice to you but look down on asean country.
@@minyoongi7665 to Asians ?! Right i agree WHERE U FROM BTW ?
They are nice to u
@@noorsabah1766 california usa I was in the army when I was in Korea area 1
@@oroville12345 ok i didn't ask to u 😂 tho sorry if i m rude i didn't mean to but
She: being a foreigner you can have a opportunity to be a model
Me:just come in India you don’t need to be a model Indian people will treat you like a celebrity 😂😂
Yea ik!
Only to white people, even though india was colonized by them LMAO😂😂
@@Lawyer76 yea that's a hard truth but why Indian treat them like a celebrity mean I will never do that 🥴
Lmao XD
Timestamp please 🥺
Rachel: here age and hierarcy are really important, sunbaenim, noona, etc.
Me after years of kpop and dramas: I knew this one😌
Are you an ARMY then?
@@hyunlinss4888 I like them very much, they are amazing but I’m not an army, I’m a blink, iKONIC and teume now☺️
@@Helena-dp7hk ohhh
I really thought that she said sungbae instead of sunbae, and I was so confused trying to figure out why she talking about cults.😂
LMAO ME
If you are not an Asian, you'll always be considered as a foreigner
Me as an Indian : Um....Yeah? ! 👁👄👁
Same Indian here
There should be a disclaimer. Here Asian means "East Asian". 😔
@somali Chakraborty it's not a matter of caring tbh. Anywhere in pop culture Asians mostly refer to East Asians. South Asians or West Asians don't get "recognized", if I may use that word, in that vein.
Go to middle Eastern then. You have much more similarities there
@@raic6157 excluding turkey, they are white
Korean online friends: Oh, are you from Britain, or America?
Me: No... I’m from South Africa
Korean online friend: Africa? But you are a white foreigner?
Me: Indeed. *flashbacks to Mean Girls*
I feel u lol
Where do you meet Korean online friends I'm trying to find some to help me with learning/ practicing korean
Same thing has happened to me, but in Mexico. I have lived in Mexico for most of my life, but when I tell them that my parents are South African or I lived there, they would say, "But you're white", and I would be like 👁️👄👁️
@@gugunkosi9968 I met some on HelloTalk, as well as Monkey. I met one on freakin’ Omegle and a few on Facebook who were looking for people to speak English with and they were willing to teach me some Korean as well. Apps like Hello Talk where they’re specifically made for you to meet people who are learning to exchange language and culture are especially helpful
@@subtleartofdisappointment5867 thank you so much
As for the first point, I think pretty much every country is the same. We Italians for example criticise Italy a lot because of all of its problems (mainly related to politics, bureaucracy and the system in general), but the moment someone who’s not Italian says anything bad about our country... well, we can get quite defensive and patriotic.
Same in Brazil. We complain a lot about our own country but we don't accept so well when foreigners do so.
It's like we fine because we know properly both up and downsides of it, but we don't accept badmouthing from those who don't know it that well.
@@davidsonneves6130 Yes, exactly! I believe people all over the world are the same in this regard. As Rachel said, it’s as if someone was speaking ill about your sibling whom you have a love-hate relationship with.
@@martinaak "..it’s as if someone was speaking ill about your sibling whom you have a love-hate relationship with.." Yes, this was well said!! :)
That's so true
omg - as a fellow Italian - at first i read your comment very fast and i didn't realise you were talking about Italy, just that you were complaining about bureaucracy and i was like 'mmm, why does this sound like Italy?' hahaha
honestly, i completely agree with u: even if we may not be as vocal as Koreans (highly debatable, btw) about how much it bothers us when non-Italians criticise our country, the defensiveness is ALL there. i feel like no one has a right to judge others, we're all majorly sensitive in that department.
p.s. mi fa strano parlarti in inglese, però pareva brutto scrivere un commento che altri non avrebbero potuto capire haha
Low key obsessed with how cute Rachel is when saying “every cloud has a silver lining”😅💜
As a foreigner coming to Korea in the next 4 months, those struggles aren't even struggles. At worst I would call them slight annoyances. At best, I would call them true expectations.
Good luck in Korea! Hope it’s a pleasurable experience.
It makes me want to go there even more. People dont understand how shitty people are in countries like the US
Yeah same, no place is perfect but it's still way better than in the U.S. where I live, & Mexico where I'm from. I don't have to deal with actually danger there plus it's a first world country. These sound like annoyances. Although since I'm in a courtship with someone in Korea I do need to take in mind the economy problem of birth rates & the expenses of having a family there.
the real struggles are, getting long and fast visa and cheap apartments :D or finding true korean friends. Those are the struggles there :)
Yes i wanna know about flaws or the things you don't like about korea
@Black messiah Is coming ! yep like have u seen that commercial where they put that black in the washing machine and when he came out he was a asian like what.
People have differing opinions, and it’s important to recognize that this even extends to Koreans. It’s also important to keep in mind, that racism and colorism in East Asia is not the same as in the Western Hemisphere. It’s more so individual accounts of racial bigotry, rather than systemic barriers that have been cultivated throughout generations.
@@andrew-song thanks for explaining..
Everyone defends their country of origin, only very people don't.
Nah forget America right now it doesn't deserve my defense
Yea. The traitors
Nah not really
I'm a very person
Meh my country the United states of america we are supposed to be family they don't call us United for nothing but all we do is fight with each other
When I visited Korea I loved it! The people are helpful and kind. I got lost when I first arrived in Seoul and with my little Korean that I learned asked for help. Here is the rest of the story this person was just coming out of work , they look at the address I was trying to get to, called the person who lived there to get clearer directions then the map gave, then walked and talked with me until I reached the front door of where I was stay. However, not one person ever came up to me to speak English
I watch Rachel for a month now and.... How can she not have 1 million Subs??? She's so nice and her videos is kind of more diverse than the others korean youtubers how talk in English D:
I know about all of these "problems" for foreigners, but I think it happens almost in every country. The "English practicing" happened to me several times. Once I met whole school class during my visit of 전쟁기념관 in Seoul and it was a little bit overwhelming, but I really enjoyed it :D
I am a Pakistani, once I saw a foreigner in a mall, I approached him. Guess why?
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In America, we are very social, so it is not uncommon for complete strangers to start casual conversations. If I were approached by a Korean stranger who was just interested in practicing English, I would not be offended at all. I understand how important it is to speak to native speakers when you are learning a new language. I also can relate on how natives would be defensive of their Country. I am a proud American, and would not be happy to have a foreigner or even a fellow American speak badly about my Country. God Bless.
It’s absolutely amazing to me that expats can not fully comprehend that your Country is different because it’s Foreign. No one has to change for someone else. As an Indigenous Native American Indian...I don’t feel anyone has to be walking on eggs because of cultural and traditional values. Be proud of who you are and “Who cares if others Don’t Like It”. Thanks for posting this and sharing this information Rachel.
Rachel , Do you know world is so small.And everyone in the world have same mentality about their culture.I like the way you present yourself in your video. You are looking beyond gorgeous.
In UK, we are not all British. But we have Black British, Asian British etc etc.
Why doesn't anyone say how beautiful and cute she is?
She sure is both 😍
You cool 👍
🙈 thank youu
@@RachelKim Rachel, I'm proud of our country (South Korea🇰🇷).
Oh, I'm just saying this all the time. But it seems most people are not sooo into Korean girls' femininity like I am. I watch them on youtube and feel just: omg, dear, you're just sooo goood👍👌🤗
I got my breakfast, I’m ready for my weekly dose of Rachel ✨😌
Rachel: “Koreans are defensive about Korea.”
Americans were kicked out of the chatroom.
My mom and I were talking about the nature of American Nationalism 😭
That's interesting... it could depend on the American, their place in society. I always shit talk about that country and try to deter people from going, but maybe this is my nationalism coming out to defend us. 😅😅😅
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I felt that. I also feel like it's an embedded part of people in a lot of countries. The people of that country can talk crap about their country but if someone from a different country talks crap, you better watch out!
I view each interaction as a chance to make a new friend or share a bit of cultural understanding. So bring on those wanting to practice English, I’ll make time and if it’s a kid, I’ll have a little something to give them, like a pin or sticker.
I think it's funny about the part where people will approach in order to study English and practice their English on you. I would be pretty open to that but it would get annoying if that's all it was. I would have to start charging for tutoring services. lol BUT if a child came up to me randomly in order to say hello and practice their English......I would never turn those cuties away! Kids can ask me anything! It's super cute! xD
Some things happen everywhere, but some good info to learn more about your culture. As far if someone comes up to me to use their English, hey no problem, just trying to learn. They might get tired of me though because I will be the one asking a lot of questions back! 🤣😂🤣😂There is nothing wrong trying to learn, just as we as foreigners are trying to learn things in your culture.
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So let’s talk about cultural differences here. I was introduced to a Mexican lady because we wanted to practice each other’s language. She wanted to practice English and me Spanish. The first time we met was suppose to be for an hour or two. Instead we talked...in broken English and Spanish for 7 or 8 hours. After about 3 weeks, we decided we were actually dating.
Got engaged a year and four months later and married 3 months after that. Been together 26 years and married 24 yrs with two daughters. So don’t get too offended if someone wants to practice your language with you. It might change both your lives.....for the better.🥰🥰🥰
I think culture shock is definitely a real thing, which is why I think people should learn about the culture they are visiting before their trip; some small phrases, basic etiquette, even the type of climate you’ll be going to and what kinds of luxuries or basic necessities your country has that you won’t be able to find.
The proverbs u mentioned 'Every Cloud has silver lining' is perfect !!
I'd actually be thrilled if someone walked up to me to "practice" their English because then I would be able to help someone improve their skills just by having a conversation with them 💐
When you come from a foreign land you´re a foreigner. Marriage or staying a little longer doesn´t change that. If someone would try to use me as english studymaterial i would answer him in german ^_^
The second one remind me of the black guy in Itaewon class.
He kept saying I am a Korean. My Dad is Korean! But others in the Drama denied it. "You don't look like Korean how can you be one?" And even expected him knowing English. xd
oh and also 11:23 When it's obvious I simply pretend not knowing english and start talking in another language :D
And about Hirarchy. That is totally fine by me. I don't see it as bad bcz I grew up with the same mindset.
Why do some people have a problem teaching Koreans English?I understand some say that and have no intentions of actually learning but the ones who do why don’t people just tell them they can’t help them ?
I have been to Korea 5 times. I try to go to places tourist don't go therefore I get a lot of the "foreigner" attention. It doesn't bother me. I find it adorable. One instance an entire family approached me and I thought they wanted me to take a photo of them as a group. Happens a lot in the US. "Hey can you take a photo of us?" Is a common thing. But actually they wanted to take a photo WITH me in it. So somewhere in Korea when a family shows off their vacation photos, I'm in one. I thought it was cute. They were super nice and gracious. A fond memory for me.
Someone wanting to practice their English with me would be fine with me (I'm American) if I was in Korea. I might be helped by Koreans speaking English to me for various things. So there would be a sense of fairness in me being willing to help with English. Where I'm from it isn't uncommon to chat with the random stranger on occasion, so that aspect wouldn't be too alarming either. Someone sending their kid over to speak English seems like it would be a lot more awkward for the kid than it would for me.
Can you make a video on the jobs that are good for foreigners....in korea
@민지 can i get a job when i am not the native English speaker.....i am from india and indians are really good at English as we were taught English since we were very young like 5 years old......
@민지 ohh okay.....is a chef good job in korea as a foreigner...?
@@akaanshadahiya1407 Same as any other country I guess. If you work in a good restaurant then it's a good job, if you're in a bad restaurant then its a bad job. So try and find a good place to work at
@@mybutthasteeth1347 okay thanks..... btw are you from korea
Yesyesyes please do make a video on this 😃❤️
Somehow this got me thinking:
You know a lot of eastern Asian people choose (typically English) "western names", most often when they are in international business.
Now I was wondering if the opposite happens too, or if it would feel very weird to you as a Korean, if a European had an "eastern name". Maybe this is a topic you could make a video about? :-)
I have friends in Korea and I am from the USA and they gave me a Korean name but mostly they go by my real name
it really depends on your name,if your name is easy to spell for Korean, there no need for a Korean name but if it was long and hard to spell and sound weird in Korean, it better to get a Korean name
With my Chinese friends they either call be my English name or my Chinese transliteration of my name interchangeably
If someone comes up to me and tries to talk English to me I´ll just answer them in German, French, or Spanish then?
😂😂😂
Oh, don’t be mean!😉
I always thought about that 😂 if one day I go to korea, I would love to speak in another language other than english and watch the confused faces😂😂😂😂
If you're a foreigner you have to speak English fluently. Other languages will trigger them XD
The last point you made... I've experienced this a lot since moving to Seoul. People will come up to me and speak English with me out of nowhere and to be honest sometimes it is difficult to tell their intentions but it makes me uncomfortable. Even my ex boyfriends mom wanted to meet me so I could get close to her daughter who was studying for TOIEC... It was something that always bothered me. It's the one thing about Korea that I dislike the most. Never knowing if someone is interested in me because of the language I speak or if because they are genuinely interested in me as a person. This goes for dating as well. I love Korea and I don't regret moving here at all I just wish I wasn't always seen as a foreigner and that people would show interest in me for how I am as a person not my language.
I have a friend who is married to Korean, she told me that a lot of ppl working at shops and convenient stores speak to her casually and when they hand something they used one hand instead of two hands (that very disrespectful) when she is alone but they used formal speech when she is with her husband , she was fine with that in the beginning but later it started to really piss her off a lot, speaking formally is a sign to show respect
I'm from Nigeria and we give the same reaction when people talk about our country 🤣
I love your channel so much Rachel and I can't wait to visit Korea someday. You're also really pretty 😍.
The reason I watch this channel is because of you. If literally anybody else was doing this, I would not watch it. So thank you for being you!
Rachel, lemme tell you ... after this election here in the US, Korea's defensiveness is NOTHING in comparison to some Americans views on our country. Like we are mediocre in so many things and many still claim to be the best in the WORLD. 😓 Not to say we suck but we have SO much to work on as well.
I say we suck (as an American). We have a long way to go to make things better here.
Louder for the people in the back!
If a korean came up to me on the street to try and practise their English I'd be so down for the conversation! I love when people try to learn languages so if I can help you and correct for you to improve, that's awesome :P
Here in the UK we're more that willing to hear criticism about the country and even correct you when your complaints aren't strong enough, but mention anything about tea being bad or not supporting the Queen and you'll be promptly charged with treason.
Also, so long as you vaguely speak English, you're a Brit until you prove otherwise.
I don't think I'd mind people using me to practice English as long as they're clear and up front about their intentions. I have a way to help people out just by talking to them, so as long as they're still respectful, there's no problem. That said, I can understand why some people wouldn't appreciate being approached for that reason. To each his own.
The talking to Foreigners part made me smile because I think that would make me feel the most comfortable because in the south part of the USA we talk to everyone, like all the time... If you are in a line or sit next to someone on a bus you just start talking to them, it's not the same all over in the USA my friends from California and most northern states think it's strange but in the south, we just talk to strangers all the time so even if it was just to practice English it would make me feel really welcome and at home :) and maybe I could use a little southern charm to get them more interested in being friends with me rather than just using me for an English tutor! lol
Every place has it's ups and downs bit of you want to live some where best go with all your heart.
I'm from Canada, and talking to strangers is pretty normal here. It doesn't always happen, but when it does no one thinks it's strange, and certainly not rude. I once had a 15 minute conversation with some guy in a music store. No names, good conversation about several things, shook hands afterward and never saw each other again. Totally random, started by a comment about a movie being played on tv in that store. Same with customers at work, people on the street, etc. If I were in Korea and someone just approached me on the street, I wouldn't think of it as rude, even if they're just trying to practice English.
Your right being approached by a stranger is always awkward. But here in the States, interactions with strangers can be strange and welcome at the same time. If a person is genuinely interested in learning another country's language and culture, it may be a interesting dynamic to make a new friend. Orrrrr. it could be an utter disaster, you never know if you try.
Just makes me more excited to come visit and maybe even stay a while!! 😉 Every place on this planet has its pros and cons, but I love the fact that Koreans are so proud of their traditions, culture and communities. 💜
Americans are pretty comfortable talking with strangers (we do it waiting in lines all the time.) I have had this sort of experience where someone approaches me to practice their English. I understand and am not offended.
I also get so frustrated with foreigners who have set ideas of South Africa so I can really understand
When I went to Korea once I had people come up to me to practice English and normally I’d would be okay with it. But this one time I just was in a bad mood and someone wanted to practice English with me and because I was in a bad mood I ignored them unlit they grappled me I then turned around and started speaking Spanish. I’ve never seen someone look so confused in my life, they where just staring at me like what the heck did he just say.
I notice people to but of course it's more of hello or interesting to see foreigners sharing in the same interests. Communication is always good.
I would not mind strangers wanting to practice their English with me, I think it would be fun and a little amusing. If children approached me, and as long as they were comfortable doing it without their parents forcing them I would really love letting them talk to me and practice!
Thank you, this was very interesting! One thing..as a Canadian, I am always very pleased when someone who speaks a different language wants to speak English with me! This is how new friendships are made!
I agree, I don’t feel used or uncomfortable for those things!
As a Chinese who was living in the US for a half and one years, I really love and agree with the first point you demonstrated in the video!
I like to think I’m understanding and chill about lots of things. I could either accept it and just be happy with myself, or fight that current and struggle. Maybe just some of those things really don’t bother me. I know no one coming up to me for those modeling and TV gigs 🤣
I think it’s called honbap, but that’s the one thing I probably need to figure out when I visit.
Been having a bad day but seeing this video brought a smile to my face 😁
Sorry for the bad day. Hopefully now, it can be a good rest of the day. Try to stay positive.
I will thank you
I wouldn't really mind if they came to talk to me just to practice english but they should be straightforward about it. Don't beat around the bush and just tell that you want to practice english. Don't misguide me into thinking that you want to be friends.
I think when i go to Korea - its going to confusing because I am Korean but I am a foreigner and cannot speak the language but my friend in Korea said that the natives will be able to tell that I am not from there. I expressed my fear that because I am Korean that other Koreans will try to talk to me in Korean and I will be scared because I won't know what to say. But if they come up and try to speak English, I wouldn't mind it because if I can help & understand then we both win & maybe I'll meet someone nice that can help me for the duration of my trip. Plus about the stories about the parents having kids approach tourists - that's not the safest thing to do. You just never know. I guess we shall see when I arrive how it goes.
I love my country but "there are so many things I hate and so many stupid here". As an American, that's the most relatable thing I've ever heard. Stupid has no nationality, I imagine a lot of people in the world feel this way about their country if they're being honest
I have never had anyone in point out how much of a “foreigner” I was in any place like Korea. To your face. And point. So odd.
Of course there are understanding and accepting people.
That doesn’t change the loud and obnoxious on excepting people. That shouldn’t be anyone’s experience when they give money to a country. Only Koreans make a big deal of yelling out peoples race
@@justhercarryonjhc625 To be fair, "foreigner" is not a race.
scoop up cat poop It may not be a “race” but they need to point out that someone is different from you every time you see them is kind of what we’re talking about.That’s something children do
I sometimes get defensive when someone says shit about me or about a kpop group but mostly I chill about it
In regards to the last part, Koreans shouldn't worry about foreigners thinking they are rude just for talking to them. I've heard that in Korea, it is unusual to just casually chat with a stranger so they may perceive it as being rude but, other cultures (not all) just find it normal, or even see it as rude to ignore a stranger in their presence.
I think most of us are protective of our home country. We can speak with another of our citizens regarding annoyances but if an outsider were to share the same, we can get defensive. I think it would be normal.
Yea honestly the English one is so relatable... however it's easy to avoid those that just using you. If they act waaaay to friendly as if you guys knew each other for while, then run lol, they just have agenda (this can be true for many other non foreigner related situations). For me, because I am Asian Studies major i don't mind when people want to use me to practice their English honestly, since I understand how difficult it is in some places to practice a language without any suitable environment(i also end up trying to make networking opportunities to maybe get oral English tutor jobs) , just i feel bad for others that don't realize they are being used solely for purpose of language practice... so guys in any situation if you are trying to make real relationships, don't accept rushed feelings of friendship or love those are almost always not real
Honestly, unless I was in a rush to be somewhere, I probably wouldn't mind being approached to practice English as long as they were polite/nice about it. Even if they don't really care about me personally, I don't think I would be upset by that or would it matter to me all that much, I'd be happy I'm helping someone out.
That happens to everyone. Most people are defensive of their country.
I wouldn't mind someone coming up to me just to practice their English, so long as it doesn't happen too often. I don't mind helping someone out - it's kind of like being lost and someone coming to your assistance voluntarily. Happy to help if I can, but not more than once a day!
Rachel ur so cuute omg 🥺
True
In UK it's you talk normally. But in Nigeria, it is like Korea !
I must say that as a North European travelling alone, Koreans (at least in Seoul) seem to hide their thoughts about forgeiners guite well. Let me put it this way: During my studies (about a decade ago) I lived some time in Tanzania (East Africa) with a local family at the country side. I loved them and the place, but when ever I left our house, I would constantly hear people shouting "mzungu, mzungu" (means a light skinned person in Swahili), "whitey, whitey" basicly everywhere I went - and that was daily, same people, always, again and again. Sometimes I wished they would just only look at me and not shout, but I had to get used to it. So when I was in Seoul for 5 weeks last autumn, I could say, was it in the public transportation, walking on the streets, going in to the shops, I felt like no-one even looked at me twise. It might be that I am just a shadow kind of person, so that no-one really saw me.. :) ?? But I did not feel even one time that someone would have being noticing me really in a special way. And when you look different, obviously you might be noticed for your looks. Like I live near Univerisity Campus in Finland and this autumn I was so happy when I saw the Chinese students arriving - in the middle of this forever lasting covid-19 situation, it felt like we are not totally isolated yet, some people from somewhere else are still coming to stay for awhile!!
wow, honestly, the first two coan be applied to Poland as well! Definitely with some slight differences, but I see many similarities! Thanks for the great video, just discovered your channel and can't wait to watch more! :))
I think a lot of Americans don't consider it rude for strangers to come up and have a conversation with them. Even if it was just to practice English, I would think that would actually make that person happy.
I had a korean friend. And she was friends with my friend. She kept on talking to me. And we used each other for languages. I taught her English and Spanish and she taught me korean. We stopped being friends because of cultural differences. Her mindset on Students studying really annoyed me.
1. Nationalism is great. It's the way human political systems evolved...
2. One of my closest friends initially came up to speak to me to practice his english. I don't know why, I don't mind the practice even slightly. But I am a troll by nature...so I will definitely be having my own fun with it.
The way she hit her forehead with her palm....
FIRE.☺
I've started to like her, man!🌸
Oooohhhhh daaannnng!!!!! The way she transitioned during that sister part....
Sister!!!!! HIGH FREAKIN FIVE... ilike that too.
Rachel you're so charismatic and funny. I wouldn't mind people wanting to practice their English with me. Being from Kentucky I can always use a little English practice myself 😜
I can talk to anyone, that is me! Talk to complete strangers, since I was young !
Moving there in a few weeks hopefully and I'm just gonna embrace what the experience gives. Thanks for the advice Rachel!
Good luck!
I'm so glad i was born in america, bc my viewpoint is: everyone deserves the basic human respect, but if you're a horrible person and you're older than me, there's no way I'm giving my respect to you
basically: you don't deserve all of my respect until I see that you're respectable :)
Ya, going to someone and practicing english, would be uncomfortable (but only sometimes). What if we tried to think in an other way. What is wrong in that. They are just curious, encouraged learners who wanna know where do they stand in their path of learning english. Well, if this is wrong, then i am sorry to all my korean friends with whom i practiced korean when i was starting off. but as a person who asked for help myself, i know how that feels - they just maybe desperate to learn english or improve it and they surely need someone who can assist them, if not permanentaly atleast!
Your English is very good. And yes, you said and used the proverb “every cloud has a silver lining” in the right context. I really enjoy your videos!
The whole talking to strangers thing is different depending where you come from I think. I'm from the US and it isn't rude to talk to random people if you are in the south. My mom will turn around and start conversation with people in the checkout line at the grocery store. I told this to one of my northeastern US friends and she thought that was the weirdest thing.
yup lol. i was raised in Massachusetts, now live in the south. up north you will most likely get told to go f yourself. people are rude as hell in new england.
Im from the West Coast, and we are also pretty friendly with visitors and locals 😎 it’s the California sunshine 😉
I lived in Korea for a year and really didn’t mind people coming up to me and talking to me. I really enjoyed it actually because I like meeting new people. Of course this was back in the 90s where there really weren’t a lot of foreigners so I did feel out of place sometimes but overall I really loved my year there. I can’t wait to take my kids back and show them the country and beautiful culture. ❤️❤️
I really like your videos...cuz you understand the pain that foreigners go through
Thank you for making this video. I think it could help me understand the ways of Koreans. Not everything is malicious ♡
Rachel - I've only seen a few of your videos, but very much enjoyed them. You don't need to apologize for Korean culture to foreigners. (I'm American (of Northern European decent) and 68 years old. I lived in China in the late 1980s and married a Chinese national. I always knew I would always be considered an outsider. I was a bit bothered when small children on the street in Shanghai used to point and call me "foreign devil" in Shanghai dialect. However, I can't say I was surprised. I would rather Westerners learn more manners when they travel, I find them horribly embarrassing and want to hide when I see how rude they are. So please don't be defensive about your culture, you have so much to be proud of. Korea is on my list of must see places. Hope to go there soon.
I really love u Rachel, thank you for all your efforts to make these excellent videos
I purple you 💜💜
Sometimes local people would do weird things to foreigners. But as long as foreigners respect and understand the korean culture they will fit into the society immediately. Let me give you an example about East Asian foreigners in Lebanon : Philippine has workers to send to lebanon to work in cleaning houses but recently they improved to the fact that they would work as this lady/man who does massage for you in a spa and they can work as waitresses in restorant and they can easily marry a local lebanese guy/woman because they have strong personalities and it’s attractive . Korean i’ve never seen one personally but i know that some of them has the lebanese nationality and they come from a business family. They are rare in Lebanon but all thanks to kpop and kdrama and the lebanese people being a fan of it . The numbers of koreans in Lebanon will rise. Japanese people will be treated as family because these people will fit in the society so easily they are respectful and nice.They can for example open they’re private business or become a chef in a fancy restaurant we love them way before they even know about us here is an example of a japanese in lebanon during the massive blast: www.arabnews.jp/en/middle-east/article_23485/.
At the end it’s all abou respect and your intentions (good or bad)
I'm from the U.S. and I think I would enjoy it if people came up to me and wanted to practice English. As long as they wouldn't mind helping me with my Korean!
You did "silver lining" perfectly. Excellent Video as usual!
Thank you for the honesty mate! Still excited to come visit y'all though!
If you visit a foreign country you have to be respectful and polite. If I would ever lucky enough to visit Korea I will gladly help anybody to practice English.
Pls read full... 😩
Rachel unnie I just wanted to say this.. I am from India.. And here we accept a foreigners insecurity..
For eg :if a foreigner says.. "Oh India is shit.. "
And Inadian would say... "yeah, sometimes it is"
But we never really mean it.. We are just trying to make them feel comfortable around us Indians... We are very social (because India is full of diversity and we know how to mingle)....
So what I was trying to say is that.. No matter how anyone behaves to foreigners.... It is a little awkward.. If you are possessive and protective people would say..."shit "..and if you are open minded, people would say... "shit, you talk about your country like that? "
Whatever you do.. People say "shit "
BTW Love you 😘
Hierarchy & Age are also a big thing in.
🇲🇽Mexico.
Even if you “outrank” someone else professionally, if they’re older, you have to use honourifics. You also address them by their professional title instead of their name, ie. Lawyer/Engineer/Dr. “Person’s name”. Etc.,
However it’s “OK” not to if both parties are OK w/ using casual speak.
From my experience…
Yes you used the "every cloud has it's silver lining" correctly ^^
English is my second language that I worked very hard for to learn so I'd feel happy and nostalgic seeing people that want to practice language :) I do think there's a teacher living in my heart though because I love learning stuff and then sharing what I've learned with others so it's definitely a personality trait of mine. :)
Interesting, thank you for the video. I mean I was born and raised in Romania and moved to Canada at age 15. In Romania, also being a very homogeneous country, we called everyone a foreigner, including Hungarians lol Coming to Canada was a big shock as I got to see so many different cultures. It is absolutely normal for anyone who is not Asian or Korean to be considered a foreigner. As for the English, that is to be expected and I don't think it's always a bad thing. I am pretty sure no one follows you around just for that reason. They simply take advantage of an opportunity if it presents itself. I do want to ask: does this also happen in Seoul given that it is such a large city with a percentage of foreigners who are there for work/study, etc?
I'd love to see a video of you talking about what you don't like about Korea! But only do it if you're okay with the possibility of having angry commenters 😔 unfortunately some people think that criticism of any kind towards a country is automatically hateful. But yes, it would be great to see it from a native korean's perspective! 💕
Been here the last 5 years and never minded if anyone wanted to speak in English. Also had many parents encourage their kids to speak to me, especially in the elevator. I do not understand why someone would be upset about it.
I feel like the first point is pretty universal. As an American, I'll talk shit about the US, but I'd be lying if I said that it doesn't annoy me when other people talk shit about American. I think the analogy Rachel used (Your country being sort of like a sibling) was perfect!
But I think, again, as an American, I've also had to get use to hearing people criticize the US. And for good reason too, because the US is certainly far from perfect, and we're a powerful country so it's important that other keep us in check!
So I try to remind myself to be thankful for the feedback, and thankful that people are comfortable enough and free enough to give such feedback.