真不知道 他会惹出什么祸事来
“I really don't know what kind of trouble he might cause.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
拿我们侯府开刀呢
“make an example of our marquis household.”
真不知道 他会惹出 什么 祸事 来
“I really don't know what kind of trouble he might cause.”
“I'm sorry, Zhao. I didn't mean to pressure you.”
“He is a loose cannon and could ruin our entire family if we do not act immediately.”
In traditional Chinese society, an individual's transgression could lead to the downfall or punishment of an entire noble clan.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
to stir up trouble; to court disaster
Used to describe reckless behavior that brings severe consequences or misfortune to a group or family.
really do not know; heaven knows
Emphasizes frustration, unpredictability, or deep helplessness regarding another person's actions.
Acts as a directional/aspect marker indicating the emergence or onset of negative consequences.
VOCABULARY & EXPRESSIONS
Parallel Spoken Cinema Scenes (语义近邻切片)
“I really don't know why they're loyal to you.”
“We don't know! We really don't know!”
“What's so great about love?”
“I really don't know what you're after in Shanghai.”
“No one else knows. Do not tell anyone.”
“I wonder why I accepted your case back then.”
“People would think you're reasonable and kind-hearted.”
“I don't know if you're lucky or smart.”
“Are you genuinely ignorant, or are you playing dumb?”