首先今天是个好日子
“First of all, today is a good day.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
“and gave me a new job so soon.”
首先 今天 是个 好日子
“First of all, today is a good day.”
我们也是为你庆祝 但是来之前我就说了
“We are also celebrating your new job. However, before we came here,”
“Let us celebrate your good news first, but remember there is something serious we need to address.”
In Chinese social and business gatherings, speakers typically start with auspicious pleasantries ('today is a great day') to maintain harmony before transitioning into caveats or serious discussions.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
a good day; an auspicious or celebratory occasion
Frequently used to set a joyful tone in banquet speeches, weddings, promotions, or social celebrations.
first of all; firstly
A standard discourse connector used when ordering thoughts in speeches, toasts, or structured discussions.
