我和你说实话吧 我上次来你家提亲之后
“I'll tell you the truth. After I came to propose last time,”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
那不能
“That won't happen.”
我和 你说 实话 吧 我 上次 来你家 提亲 之后
“I'll tell you the truth. After I came to propose last time,”
“I called the secretary of Qianjin Farm and asked him to get some lumber.”
“I need to be completely honest with you so you realize how serious I am about us.”
In traditional and semi-modern Chinese culture, proposing is not merely between two individuals but requires a formal visit to the bride's household.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
to tell the truth / frankly speaking
Used as a conversational preface before sharing an honest feeling or previously hidden fact.
to propose marriage (formally to the family)
Refers to the traditional practice where a suitor formally proposes to the prospective bride's parents.
Softens the transition into an honest confession, inviting the listener to be receptive.
