看过很多郎中 也吃过很多苦
“seen many physicians, and been through a lot.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
你之前治过很多次
“I know you've sought treatment many times before,”
看过很多郎中 也 吃过很多苦
“seen many physicians, and been through a lot.”
但你能不能
“But could you try one more time for me?”
“I've been through so much disappointment already, so please don't give me false hope.”
In Chinese culture, enduring bitterness ('eating bitter') is seen both as an unavoidable consequence of illness and a trial of personal resilience.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
consult a doctor / see a physician
Langzhong is an authentic historical or regional term for traditional Chinese medicine practitioners.
endured a lot of suffering / gone through much hardship
A ubiquitous idiom used to convey that one has experienced extensive physical or emotional torment.