慎言 离山如今处境不明
“Mind your words. Lishan's current status is uncertain.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
“Would he lie just to claim a relationship with you?”
慎言 离山如今处境不明
“Mind your words. Lishan's current status is uncertain.”
“You are jeopardizing my son's career path.”
“Be quiet! Associating with them right now could destroy everything we have worked for.”
In traditional dynastic politics, political fortunes rose and fell dramatically; associating with a disgraced master or faction could immediately terminate an aspirant's civil career.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
speak with caution / watch your words
A classical, dignified imperative used to urge discretion when discussing dangerous or politically delicate subjects.
situation is unclear or precarious
A formal four-character phrase used in formal or administrative settings to describe ambiguous and potentially hazardous circumstances.
VOCABULARY & EXPRESSIONS
Parallel Spoken Cinema Scenes (语义近邻切片)
“watch your words. Aunt Rujun,”
“watch your words and actions.”
“Immortal Master, watch your tongue.”
“Besides, the whole Lishan thing is over. And I am a free spirit.”
“Watch your words.”
“You dare lecture me about watching my mouth?”