你的良苦用心 我们都非常理解
“We totally understand your good intentions.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
小文爸爸
“Mr. Wen.”
你的 良苦用心 我们都 非常理解
“We totally understand your good intentions.”
“We know you're doing this because you hope he can have a better future.”
“I know your heart is in the right place, but your method might not be right.”
In Chinese culture, acknowledging an elder's or parent's 'good intentions' is essential before disagreeing with them to protect their face (mianzi).
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
well-meaning intention; painstaking efforts; great pains taken with good intent
A set phrase used to diplomatically acknowledge someone's sincere efforts, often before correcting their methods.
completely understand; deeply empathize with
A polite phrase used in professional or mediating situations to establish common ground and build rapport.
