我爷爷一辈子光明磊落
“My grandfather has been upright all his life.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
不是怀疑你爷爷 只是想把要说的话说在前头
“am not doubting your grandfather. I simply want to make certain things clear in advance.”
我爷爷 一辈子 光明磊落
“My grandfather has been upright all his life.”
这旁人不清楚
“Others may not know this,”
“Do not dare insult my grandfather's honorable name.”
In Chinese culture, protecting the moral reputation of elder family members is an essential filial duty; questioning an elder's integrity is taken as a direct personal slight.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
all one's life; a lifetime
Colloquial term used to emphasize lifelong habits, enduring moral character, or permanent states.
open, upright, and aboveboard
A set idiom (chengyu) praising someone whose actions are pure, honest, and free from hidden deceit.
