太史丞果然是名不虚传
“You are indeed as renowned as they say.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
晚辈斗胆妄言 若有错处 还请丈人包涵
“I dare speak boldly. If I am mistaken, I ask for your forgiveness.”
太史丞 果然是 名不虚传
“You are indeed as renowned as they say.”
多亏提醒 要不今日 一时贪图口腹之欲
“Thank you for reminding me. Otherwise, indulging my appetite today”
“Your expertise is truly remarkable, and I am grateful for your warning.”
Offering polished praise to an elder or official upon receiving their guidance is a cornerstone of Chinese interpersonal etiquette.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
to live up to one's reputation / well-deserved fame
A classic four-character idiom (chengyu) used to praise someone when their actual performance matches their high renown.
really is / truly turns out to be
Used to confirm an expectation or widespread rumor through firsthand experience.
