还是先把事情调查清楚
“I suggest we investigate first.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
赵书记 我建议
“Mr. Zhao. I suggest we investigate first.”
还是先 把事情调查清楚
“I suggest we investigate first.”
我们不要轻易地下结论
“Let's not jump to conclusions.”
“Do not rush to conclusions or point fingers until we have undeniable facts.”
Subordinates or colleagues in public administration frequently use softening adverbs like '还是' (had better) to tactfully guide superiors away from hasty errors without sounding confrontational.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
it is still better to first...
Used to steer a group toward a more prudent or prioritized course of action over an impulsive one.
investigate thoroughly / find out the truth
Standard administrative and formal phrase combining an action verb with a result complement.