戚某现在身无分文
“I am penniless now.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
只可惜呀
“But what a pity.”
戚某现在 身无分文
“I am penniless now.”
“When I make a comeback one day,”
“I may be broke right now, but do not mistake this for total defeat.”
Referring to oneself as '[Surname] Mou' (e.g., Qi Mou) is a classical, formal convention conveying composure, detachment, and traditional self-respect.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
penniless / completely broke
A literary idiom used in both written and elevated spoken registers to describe utter lack of money.
VOCABULARY & EXPRESSIONS
Parallel Spoken Cinema Scenes (语义近邻切片)
“I always know my boundaries.”
“I have also prepared a generous gift”
“I am telling the truth. Besides, think about it.”
“I've known about this issue. I will do my best to help you.”
“I am here to see you off.”
“But I'm well aware that I am not worthy of her.”