As a Japanese native and ESL, I totally understand why Shohei still needs interpreter. Interviews get way too technical with baseball terminologies and vague nuances. Ippei really does PERFECT job interpreting everything Shohei says... PERFECTLY forreal. Besides, he came here to play baseball, not study English. Seems like he did learn some basic conversational English thou, which is great for i say day to day living and team building with mates. Edit: I’m just gonna say I am super disappointed by everything happening right now between Ippei and Shohei. I believe in Shohei’s statement since Ippei was more than just interpreter. He was a manager and personal assistant as well. But we’ll see whats gonna happen.
If he wants to be marketable and have an easier life in America then he needs to learn English. English is the de facto international language so if you learn it, it's only helping yourself
As an Asian I can say we understand English just fine but it might be difficult for majority of us to express our thoughts in English verbally. So I am sure Shohei understands English well, he just wants to make sure he is able to express himself well with no misunderstanding so he prefers having someone to translate his responses.
It doesn't matter how well you can speak its always better to speak if you can. But it doesn't appear that Ohtani has a big enough English vocabulary to speak at all. He came to America late so it will be hard for him to learn.
@@peenhead9938 He's a public figure and people will eat up every word. He can communicate in English, but he prefers an interpreter to make sure the words are carefully communicated.
Shohei is the only eligible baseball player who meets the right translator for himself as he got a lot things to do for upcoming his career other than speaking English on the TV.
Even if he puts in the time, it's very hard for non native speakers to handle these types of situations. Just look at a lot of foreign students in the US. Their English skills are fine, but still, having to translate back and forth between two languages while maintaining a conversation pace is hard.
@@KisutoJP yeah a lot of things can get lost in translation. For example, there are some words that just uniquely Japanese that other languages just have to adopt the word and add it, e.g. sushi, tsunami, etc
@@joerogaine3093i have studied german japanese and spanish and japanese is absolutely nothing like english. german is the closest to english. its really not too different
Foreign players keep interpreters so they won't answer certain questions. Matsui, Ichiro, lots of Hispanic players actually do know English well. You really find out who knows English when you have seats next to the dugout or bullpen.
As a fan, i rather him reserve brain power for his training and condition then spending time learning english, especially when his translator can mind meld with him
Guys it’s inconsequential. Learning up English is not a must-do thing. He has been showing himself through his baseball. That’s already an enough way for him to communicate with fans.
Well, I see your point that he’s in the States for the sport and his skills speak for themselves. Body gestures might have been enough with his career in the past. However, his team might need him for English communication, sometimes. That’s something the fans could consider. US has no official language but it’s evident that knowing some English is necessary here. Munenori Kawasaki is a fine example of working hard at English without a translator in the game.
Well no it's not an absolute _must_, but it is not inconsequential either. You are at a setback in America without speaking English. Obviously he grew up in a different country and all that, so we can't fairly expect him to be able to speak English. But he is at a bit of a setback for his brand to not be able to do things like interviews and commercials in English. And especially quality of life while in the US. You can be the richest person in the world and if you only speak Japanese, that is going to significantly limit the number of people you can interact with in the US. Same goes for everywhere. If I was in a non-English speaking country where not many people spoke English, I would be making it a huge priority to learn the native language.
For those people who are saying "he has to learn English", are you sure if you happened to became very famous in a foreign country whose language is totally different from your native language, and if you were getting serious media interviews, don't you want to use a decent interpreter who can handle media interviews so well, not missing out your words, won't damage your public image? I would want to use one and focus on my work.
Japanese language is kinda difficult and complex, why English would be so complicated to learn this? He's a smart guy and he's usually near to English speakers. Probably he just needs more practice with his besties
@@sweetqansta agreed! I think Americans oughta learn other peoples languages. It’s an effort worth taking. Ohtani can speak it but he has to speak for the Japanese people to understand rather the other way around
@@Thatsstraightup English is a universal language, Japanese is not. English is an official language in 39 different countries ... Japanese is only used in Japan. Let's use our heads here. Shohei would benefit greatly from learning a bit of English. Especially if he plans on living in the US for the rest of his career.
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As a Japanese native and ESL, I totally understand why Shohei still needs interpreter. Interviews get way too technical with baseball terminologies and vague nuances. Ippei really does PERFECT job interpreting everything Shohei says... PERFECTLY forreal. Besides, he came here to play baseball, not study English. Seems like he did learn some basic conversational English thou, which is great for i say day to day living and team building with mates.
Edit: I’m just gonna say I am super disappointed by everything happening right now between Ippei and Shohei. I believe in Shohei’s statement since Ippei was more than just interpreter. He was a manager and personal assistant as well. But we’ll see whats gonna happen.
The way Ippei takes what Shohei says an turns it into BASEBALL English is genuinely masterful.
If he wants to be marketable and have an easier life in America then he needs to learn English. English is the de facto international language so if you learn it, it's only helping yourself
@@briancrawford69definitely 100% especially now with all this attention he’s been getting
He didn't do a perfect job covering up his theft from Ohtani.
@@jessebean13 🥲
As an Asian I can say we understand English just fine but it might be difficult for majority of us to express our thoughts in English verbally. So I am sure Shohei understands English well, he just wants to make sure he is able to express himself well with no misunderstanding so he prefers having someone to translate his responses.
It doesn't matter how well you can speak its always better to speak if you can. But it doesn't appear that Ohtani has a big enough English vocabulary to speak at all. He came to America late so it will be hard for him to learn.
@@peenhead9938 He's a public figure and people will eat up every word. He can communicate in English, but he prefers an interpreter to make sure the words are carefully communicated.
@@mar_man813 nah he cant communicate. If he could he would. No one cares how good your english is.
@@peenhead9938 learn another language before judging
my dude, you don't speak for all Asians, especially Asian Americans like me who have better English skills than most rednecks
Shohei is the only eligible baseball player who meets the right translator for himself as he got a lot things to do for upcoming his career other than speaking English on the TV.
Prob doesn’t haven’t time to learn English and keep his pitching and hitting at MVP levels.
Even if he puts in the time, it's very hard for non native speakers to handle these types of situations. Just look at a lot of foreign students in the US. Their English skills are fine, but still, having to translate back and forth between two languages while maintaining a conversation pace is hard.
Engrish is easy
@@joerogaine3093yet you spelled it wrong💀
All Japanese kids learn English in school. Hideo Nomo spoke English. So does Shohei. They just hide and pretend they don't.
As someone who studies japanese - the two languages are INCREDIBLY different from one another.
Cool. Most languages are incredibly different from one another.
@@joerogaine3093 No like...English and Japanese grammatically are the furthest from one another respectively.
@@KisutoJP yeah a lot of things can get lost in translation. For example, there are some words that just uniquely Japanese that other languages just have to adopt the word and add it, e.g. sushi, tsunami, etc
@@joerogaine3093not true
@@joerogaine3093i have studied german japanese and spanish and japanese is absolutely nothing like english. german is the closest to english. its really not too different
let the translator keep his job even if he learns
Ya, he very well could be doing that. He's probably become good friends with the guy so don't want him to lose his job.
He's an interpreter, a translator is for written text.
Foreign players keep interpreters so they won't answer certain questions. Matsui, Ichiro, lots of Hispanic players actually do know English well. You really find out who knows English when you have seats next to the dugout or bullpen.
@@KTF0 wrong.
Yeah he’s apart of him now
All the English he needs to know is “500 million”.
hahahahaha savage response 👌🏼 at this point maybe 600 million
This aged well
700 million. And stop throwing dice
Who is here after Ippei got fired?
The whole world excited to see!!
As a fan, i rather him reserve brain power for his training and condition then spending time learning english, especially when his translator can mind meld with him
I wasn't gonna say anything on the subject, but dammit you're beautiful!
Guys it’s inconsequential. Learning up English is not a must-do thing. He has been showing himself through his baseball. That’s already an enough way for him to communicate with fans.
Well, I see your point that he’s in the States for the sport and his skills speak for themselves. Body gestures might have been enough with his career in the past. However, his team might need him for English communication, sometimes. That’s something the fans could consider. US has no official language but it’s evident that knowing some English is necessary here. Munenori Kawasaki is a fine example of working hard at English without a translator in the game.
@@tapiocamango yeah but i dont think ohtani wants to be seen as part time comedian.
Well no it's not an absolute _must_, but it is not inconsequential either. You are at a setback in America without speaking English. Obviously he grew up in a different country and all that, so we can't fairly expect him to be able to speak English. But he is at a bit of a setback for his brand to not be able to do things like interviews and commercials in English. And especially quality of life while in the US. You can be the richest person in the world and if you only speak Japanese, that is going to significantly limit the number of people you can interact with in the US. Same goes for everywhere. If I was in a non-English speaking country where not many people spoke English, I would be making it a huge priority to learn the native language.
This is the interpreter that was stealing 4 million?
Mike trout o hey! Nice of you to be here. Whatcha think of shoei speaking english
He’s like Lionel Messi he speaks English perfect but people think he can’t even though they both can perfectly
I’m here for the gambling story
His translator can be promoted to Butler/Personal Assistant. When Shohei is able to speak English well enough.
I guess im gonna have to learn Japanese for when we get married
The kid had two regiments to follow, Ain no time for school
Now we all know why he needs his translator😂😂😂
For those people who are saying "he has to learn English", are you sure if you happened to became very famous in a foreign country whose language is totally different from your native language, and if you were getting serious media interviews, don't you want to use a decent interpreter who can handle media interviews so well, not missing out your words, won't damage your public image? I would want to use one and focus on my work.
What Would Shohei's Translator Will Say About Shohei Ohtani Going Out For 1BASE With The Angels
Prob first time Mike Trout has been ignored during an interview
He needed a translator for his bank account
Go Dodgers!
Japanese language is kinda difficult and complex, why English would be so complicated to learn this? He's a smart guy and he's usually near to English speakers. Probably he just needs more practice with his besties
I don’t think he needs the translator anymore…
I need translator 😂
not this translator, he stole all ohtani money
He said like 3 words, this is clickbait
He said like 7 grow tf up
Shohei needs to learn a lot of English!!!!
No, he doesn’t need to! He’s the best player out there, you Americans better learn other languages.
@@sweetqansta agreed! I think Americans oughta learn other peoples languages. It’s an effort worth taking. Ohtani can speak it but he has to speak for the Japanese people to understand rather the other way around
@@Thatsstraightup English is a universal language, Japanese is not. English is an official language in 39 different countries ... Japanese is only used in Japan. Let's use our heads here. Shohei would benefit greatly from learning a bit of English. Especially if he plans on living in the US for the rest of his career.
Geez people! Give this man some time! He will learn English soon. He’s too busy hitting home runs for his team. My goodness.
Shohei is a baseball player not teacher or business man either. So no need to learn language.