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JJ's experience in Taiwan underscores the importance of immersion. Spending time on variety shows and in spontaneous conversations increased his familiarity with fast-paced humor and colloquial speech, which are often difficult for outsiders. He shares that understanding tones and word nuances—even with a solid background of ten years studying Mandarin—requires continual practice and cultural exposure.
He recalls memorizing lines and asking questions about the cultural context of phrases, which further deepened his comprehension. Immersion in everyday activities, like shopping or chatting with neighbors, becomes essential in grasping the language in real-life situations.