主要是我当事人她好面子
“but my client cares a lot about her image.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
是啊 沈法官
“Exactly, Judge Shen,”
主要是 我 当事人 她 好面子
“but my client cares a lot about her image.”
她自己不好意思来
“She feels awkward coming herself. She doesn't want to withdraw the case, and she doesn't want a divorce either.”
“Please don't take her absence personally; she is just too embarrassed to show up.”
Litigation is traditionally viewed as shameful in Chinese society, leading many disputants to avoid personal court appearances to save face.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
mainly; primarily
Used to introduce the primary rationale or core excuse in conversational explanations.
face-conscious; proud; sensitive about one's dignity
Colloquial description for people who care deeply about maintaining their pride and public image.