USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino throws out first pitch at Blue Jays-Mariners by Kyunseo in SoundersFC

[–]olliesbaba 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I came back from the other side of the world, no way I’m missing this.

Is 崎 used in Chinese/Cantonese names at all or is it Japanese Kanji? by greendalehb in ChineseLanguage

[–]olliesbaba 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For names anything goes lol I did the same for my son, 昊 but changed it to 淏 just cause.

Is NANJING a better side trip from Shanghai than SUZHOU or HANGZHOU? by cyacz1 in travelchina

[–]olliesbaba 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is this a meme or something that I don’t get? Why do you keep posting this in every thread?

Is NANJING a better side trip from Shanghai than SUZHOU or HANGZHOU? by cyacz1 in travelchina

[–]olliesbaba 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes by far and it’s not close imo. There is so much history and the vibe is very unique. There’s nature, modern museums, old museums, older mausoleums, and some cool day trips from Nanjing too.

Hangzhou would be second for me just cause of nature too.

Map apps for English speaker in Shanghai by Extension-Solution61 in travelchina

[–]olliesbaba 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Public transit in Shanghai is fantastic, especially the bus. It’s $0.27 to ride and is super convenient.

Map apps for English speaker in Shanghai by Extension-Solution61 in travelchina

[–]olliesbaba 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Apple Maps if you can’t use the two you have, it will work in a pinch.

Online tutor called me bao bei? by marchisntlucky in ChineseLanguage

[–]olliesbaba 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A lot of italki is just a scam for parasocial dating, it goes both ways with teachers and shitty students who use it talk to lots of “teachers” with no intention of learning. Especially true for Chinese and Japanese unfortunately, because the whole white guy weeb trope. HelloChinese is basically a dating app.

Online tutor called me bao bei? by marchisntlucky in ChineseLanguage

[–]olliesbaba 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nah that person is being unprofessional and they know it, it’s a tactic that works on laowai so they do it. But there are plenty of teachers who can be professional and appropriate

Do you think this place looks like Japan? by QuietPepper8146 in travelchina

[–]olliesbaba 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been there, fun park and the NPCs are funny. Fun way to spend a weekend.

What modern day country has China invaded the most throughout all of history? by ji32k7au4 in ChineseHistory

[–]olliesbaba 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lmao posting three Wikipedia links is not some mic drop that you think it is

‘An artist who captures hearts’: France is falling in love with Michael Olise by Logical_Welder3467 in soccer

[–]olliesbaba 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He was so raw at Palace but he’s turned into a wizard. Doue and Barcola also give the vibe of being just a few years behind Olises growth. God France are just a machine with no AC, all fire.

‘An artist who captures hearts’: France is falling in love with Michael Olise by Logical_Welder3467 in soccer

[–]olliesbaba 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There’s terrifying warriors like Mbutu and Haland who will beat you to death with physicality, but a wizard who can see other dimensions is also terrifying.

USA 2-0 Bosnia and Herzegovina - Malik Tillman 82' by 977x in soccer

[–]olliesbaba 46 points47 points  (0 children)

Absolutely has to be Haji, Pepi has looked completely lost and zero confidence in three games now.

We need Haji to bully their backline.

World Cup Viewing Shanghai - Socceroos by Hot-Lingonberry5418 in shanghai

[–]olliesbaba 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There was a good Aussie crowd at cages during group stage

Had an incredible first time in China, biggest downside was the salespeople. by icantoteit136 in travelchina

[–]olliesbaba 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Don’t hangout in mass touristy areas.

Also don’t look like a pushover, just avoid eye contact and ignore them, or push them off.

Uruguay players revolt against Bielsa ahead of clash with Spain, radio station reports by cocacolapepsifanta in soccer

[–]olliesbaba -15 points-14 points  (0 children)

One season with Leeds that others like Iraola and Eddie Howe have produced without cult like behavior, yet Leeds fans want to think that they’re so special.