有什么事不能回家说吗
“can't this be discussed at home?”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
文静
“Wenjing,”
有什么事不能 回家说 吗
“can't this be discussed at home?”
不能
“No.”
“Stop making a scene out here in front of everyone, let's talk at home.”
The phrase reflects the traditional Chinese maxim 'family ugliness should not be aired outside' (家丑不可外扬), prioritizing public dignity over immediate emotional venting.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
talk about it at home; discuss in private
Commonly used in conflicts to de-escalate tension and relocate private issues behind closed doors.
is there any matter that cannot be...
A rhetorical phrasing used to suggest that an action or emotional outburst is unnecessary and can be handled more reasonably.
Transforms the rhetorical inquiry into a questioning plea, urging the other person to reflect and agree to leave.
