哥 我发现老主任 可能有点不懂投资啊
“Brother, I guess Mr. Li doesn't know much about investment.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
对对对 老主任 您不能用盼头活着呀
“Yes. Mr. Li, the villagers can't live on hope.”
哥 我发现 老 主任 可能 有点不懂 投资 啊
“Brother, I guess Mr. Li doesn't know much about investment.”
“It's not a small amount of money. If you don't believe me, I can do the math for you.”
“This old guy is clueless about money; we need to steer him properly or handle this ourselves.”
When pointing out shortcomings in seniors or respected elders, Chinese speakers routinely use hedges like 'maybe' and 'a little' to maintain social respect and face.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
I noticed; I realized
Commonly used to soften the introduction of a personal observation or critical judgment.
does not quite understand; a bit clueless about
A diplomatic hedge used to soften a direct criticism of someone's ignorance.
Softens the observation, inviting the listener to confirm or consider the statement.
