阿笙平时是听我的话
“Sheng usually listens to me,”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
一点也不给你留情啊
“no mercy to you at the card table?”
阿笙平时是听我的话
“Sheng usually listens to me,”
就在牌桌上六亲不认
“but she doesn't go easy on anyone at the card table.”
“Don't think I have no sway over him; he normally respects me, except when playing cards.”
In Chinese social gaming culture, it is widely acknowledged that competitive play temporarily suspends normal social hierarchy and interpersonal courtesies.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
normally; usually; in ordinary times
Use this to contrast standard behavior or routine states with an exceptional situation.
listens to me; heeds my advice; is obedient to me
Commonly used to describe an interpersonal dynamic where one party follows another's lead or direction.