怪我 有眼不识泰山
“I failed to recognize a great man.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
“Living Buddha. Look, it's my fault.”
怪我 有眼不识泰山
“I failed to recognize a great man.”
不告了
“Are you going to report me?”
“I was foolish to cross you; please forgive me now that I know who you are.”
Invoking 'Mount Tai' is a ritualized self-abasement that flatters the opponent's superior standing, offering them face in exchange for clemency.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
to fail to recognize someone of great stature or power
A classic set phrase used when apologizing after realizing you have offended or underestimated a formidable individual.
my fault / blame me
A direct way to take personal responsibility to smooth over friction.