没想到您会亲自来
“I didn't expect you to come in person.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
学生见过老师
“I pay my respects to you, Mentor.”
没想到 您会 亲自来
“I didn't expect you to come in person.”
“I wanted to get you out. But the case is not closed.”
“I am deeply honored and moved that someone of your stature would personally come to see me here.”
In Chinese culture, a teacher commands status akin to a father figure; a teacher personally visiting a student in prison is an immense sign of benevolence and care, warranting high gratitude.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
did not expect; who would have thought
Used to express modest surprise upon receiving an unexpected honor or visit.
in person; personally
Applied to superiors or respected individuals when they take the trouble to do something themselves instead of delegating.
VOCABULARY & EXPRESSIONS
Parallel Spoken Cinema Scenes (语义近邻切片)
“No wonder you would not appear yourself”
“I must have you go there in person.”
“If you had not come,”
“I must go there myself.”
“I must go in person for this.”
“I can personally grant you your wish.”