我可是亲口承诺了姜艾
“I personally promised Jiang Ai.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
当然要配合
“Of course.”
我可是 亲口承诺 了姜艾
“I personally promised Jiang Ai.”
别因为这些
“Don't let these matters”
“I gave my word to her, so don't even think about asking me to break it.”
Making a promise '亲口' (with one's own mouth) holds substantial moral weight in Chinese interpersonal culture, making breaking it a severe loss of face and integrity.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
personally; with one's own mouth
Emphasizes that words were spoken directly by oneself rather than through an intermediary or rumor.
to promise; to undertake a commitment
A slightly formal verb indicating a firm, binding pledge.
Marks the completion of making the promise, underscoring that the commitment is already locked in.
VOCABULARY & EXPRESSIONS
Parallel Spoken Cinema Scenes (语义近邻切片)
“Though you're in charge of Jiang Ai's affairs for now,”
“Thanks, Lady Jiang Ai. You're so thoughtful.”
“I was never one to be manipulated.”
“Jiang Ai's wound is nearly healed. She can resume duty tomorrow.”
“but Jiang cares about pride.”
“As the Left Hand, Jiang Ai knowingly violated the decrees.”