The concept of this drama?
I really loved the concept of the ML being able to speak many languages. I think it's so fascinating.I loved the concept of "understanding the souls rather than the verbal language".The drama was going upwards but i felt kinda bored and distracted when the FL's doppelganger showed up and they messed up the story there (i feel)
I mean the psychological part got really messy here.
Otherwise, the drama was so GOOD as it sets a whole different standard for LOVE!!
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Also plsss i wanna talk about HIRO😭 the second malee leadd.Guysss, he had the charming prince vibes and the looks??omygoshh shuttuuppp.And the fact tht, he learned a whole new language just for the FL😭🙏🏼 His eyes were full in love and the morals we got to realise is unmatchable!!!!
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JUST GO AND WATCH THIS ALREADY
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more sad than romance
I ended up really enjoying this show but I have a few criticisms.1. Why was the ML playing mind games with the main character when she was clearly mentally ill? Instead of getting her more help?
2. The introduction of her second personality should have been smoother. It was jarring. And too fast paced. I really thought that the storyline was screwed and the rest was going to be just this jumble of a story but luckily it came full circle! My score for this show went up more because the explanation that it was her moms inage haunting her made more sense.
3. Poor Hiro.
4. This show parades as a romance but then hits you over the head with sadness mid watch.
The acting and character complexity of the main characters really redeemed this show for me. The acting was also quite spectacular. Ignoring the cheesiness of the second personality I think Mu-hee is one of the most interesting FL characters I have encountered. She is so flawed and contradicting, its very realistic.
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A lot of good ideas but an awful development
It seemed like they wanted to put in use every single idea they had, the whole story is a waste of potential. The romance is cute at the start but ended up being tiring, in my opinion the girl could communicate more with the guy that speaks japanese than the one that speaks the same language as her. Also, she had a very complex background that wasn't well explained, there were a lot of plot holes, the end was rushed and the resolution not satisfying. I gave points for the actors, music and scenery. The concept of this drama is really amazing so it was really disappointing at the end.Was this review helpful to you?
I never expected in a rom-com.
I watched this rom-com series between 3 and 4 March 2026. If you are bored of typical romantic stories, then you should try this one because it also includes some psychological drama.Story: The story starts with Joo Ho-jin (Kim Seon-ho), who is a brilliant multilingual interpreter and can speak around four to five languages. He meets an unknown actress, Cha Mu-hee (Go Youn-jung), in Japan and helps her there. I will not write more because it may become a spoiler. But the twist that comes suddenly was something I never expected in a rom-com.
Overall, it is one-time watchable, and I give it 7 out of 10.
Content Type: Web Series (K-Drama)
Genre: Romantic Comedy, Drama, Psychological Drama
Writer/Director: Written by Hong Jung-eun and Hong Mi-ran. Directed by Yoo Young-eun. Produced for Netflix.
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Lost in Words, Found in Feelings.
Expected a light romcom about language, but it turned out to be more about emotions, misunderstandings, and unspoken feelings.What I liked most was how it showed miscommunication, emotional distance, and the tiredness of always adjusting yourself for others.
That part felt very real and relatable.
However, the story and romcom moments were quite predictable, with a few gaps in the plot.
Honestly, it would have felt better if they had shown more romance between them and added 1–2 extra episodes, but it is what it is. 👀
Hoping we all find someone who truly understands and speaks the language of our love. 🥹
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*MILD SPOILERS* More cons than pros?
Overall, I did enjoy watching this K-Drama, but it missed the mark on a few things. So, I'm going to review with a list of pros and cons:)PROS
1. The cinematography! It was absolutely a beautiful watch.
2. The actors did an excellent job, especially with the script given to them.
3. Some of the "plot twists" did have me shocked by the end.
CONS
1. Despite the great concept of a story, it's not always greatly executed. They also continue to repeat some of the same issues/miscommunications, and it gets tiring eventually.
2. Papago. It's literally the nickname of the male lead, as he can speak/translate so many languages. The female lead uses the app at the start of the K-Drama before she meets him, and she uses it just a couple of times after that. Most of the time, she and the second male lead, who is Japanese, don't utilize translation apps at all to communicate. So, A LOT between them is lost in translation. I genuinely don't understand at all why they couldn't use an app to communicate when they wanted to.
3. The genre is confusing. Initially, it feels like a quirky rom-com, but, by the end, it was like kind of more melodrama (although it technically has a happy ending).
4. The way the mental health issues were handled did not sit right with me. *SPOILER* One character has PTSD and dissociative identity disorder. At first, it was portrayed to be alarming and disturbing. By the end, it's almost like a "cute" romance plot device because it brought the leads together. In reality, this person needed therapy, not a relationship. On top of that, but the character goes to meet the person who is responsible for the trauma that gave her the PTSD and DID. They never show us this. The character just goes away and comes back totally fine after all that...doesn't talk about it.
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I get it - see he's a translator but he has trouble communicating! Irony! But, I just can't with this type of miscommunication. No one says what they mean, mobile/cellphones go dead constantly no one can ever be reached at the key critical moment. When one character tries to say something explicitly, the other one responds in riddles, and vice versa.
Cha Mu-Hee and Joo Ho-Jin circle each other in a classic push-pull, anxious-avoidant style, only opening up once the other is pulling away. I found this massively unenjoyable.
The only reason to watch this is 1) the cinematography is gorgeous, befitting a travel plot, and they went to real locations! 2) there's a whimsical intrigue in the hallucinating element
Otherwise this plot is interchangeable with many over the years, just two people emotionally immature and stunted, fumbling and missing, trying . . . and failing to connect.
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Amazing chemistry , good dark comedy
First drama I've binge watched fully in about 2 years.I was pressing play next episode without even thinking .
The premise is interesting , romance with dark comedy . Very hong sisters .
The female lead's story was surprising , specially that there was no hint in the trailer .
The actors , the chemistry , the cinematography , the osts (finally a good ost ensemble in a long time now) are top notch.
The female lead's problem should have been better handled in the later half of the episodes .
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An Enjoyable Journey Towards Love
“Can This Love Be Translated?” is the latest K-drama to hit the Netflix catalog, presenting us with a pleasantly surprising show. The story follows a very guarded and reserved interpreter who becomes intertwined with a rising actress who wears her heart on her sleeve. Their polar opposite personalities draw them to each other, but they soon learn that, just as the title suggests, love isn’t so easy to translate. This is one of the central themes of the show: learning to understand ourselves and making an effort to understand the people we love. Much can be said about this show, but I will keep it short: for me, this was an enjoyable watch with wonderful performances from the cast and beautiful cinematography that elevated it even more.Was this review helpful to you?
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no denial denial club
sumpah ini ga bisa berhenti nontonnya the chemistry is cooking really well, suka banget sama penggambaran karakternya yang kaya manusia umum aja ga lebay second leadnya ga ngebet pengen ke female leadnya jadi ga terlalu terasa terganggu gitu pas nontonnya, dan adanya karakter dorami disini bikin cerita makin menarik soalnya ini drama yang personally sangat kutunggu sekali karena go younjung dan kim seonho tapi aku mikir juga kalo romcom kaya biasa drakor apa ngga bosen ya ceritanya, sempat kepikiran kaya dulu tapi pas nonton ada dorami jadi cegil mampus oke ini menarik hahah. tapi jujur bodo amat sama ceritanya karena tujuan utamaku nonton ini adalah go younjung yang cakep banget damnWas this review helpful to you?
NOT ONLY A ROMANCE !!
This drama had been on my watchlist for a very long time, mainly because I am a fan of all three leads. Kim Seon Ho is such a warm and gentle presence on screen; he often plays similar roles, yet he always manages to make them feel sincere and comforting. Go Youn Jung, my second favorite actress, shines once again in a role she knows so well — a beautiful, slightly clumsy female lead with a subtle badass edge. And Sota… whether in thrillers or romance, he is always charismatic, radiant, and deeply engaging.A love triangle involving these three was honestly painful for me — but in the best way possible. Thankfully, the drama handled it with great kindness and maturity. This is actually one of its strongest points: the love triangle never felt exaggerated, frustrating, or unnecessarily dramatic. It was balanced, respectful, and emotionally grounded.
The story itself isn’t particularly original, but it truly shines through its execution. The performances are solid, with each character perfectly placed in the narrative. The filming locations and cinematography are stunning and diverse, giving the drama a very immersive and cinematic feel. Beyond romance, the drama also touches on post-traumatic stress. While this theme isn’t explored as deeply as it could have been and mainly serves as a metaphor and emotional bridge for the romance, it still adds an important layer to the story.
What really captivated me was the blend of cultures — the use of multiple languages and the diversity of the cast felt refreshing and meaningful. Above all, the chemistry between the leads was beautiful, whether it was with the main lead or the second lead. Even the secondary romance was incredibly sweet and heartwarming. I was also genuinely impressed that Sota learned Korean for this drama despite struggling with the accent — his effort truly showed.
The OSTs were beautiful and emotionally fitting, and I have to give special praise to the kiss scenes: intense, well-executed, and full of emotion.
Overall, this is a gentle, warm drama with a sincere heart. It’s not perfect and does have its flaws, but despite that, it left me with a very soft and lasting impression. A truly comforting watch.
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