被一股刺鼻的香味熏了眼睛
“A pungent smell irritated them.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
被一股 刺鼻 的香味熏了眼睛
“A pungent smell irritated them.”
你一直编造谎言 说我身上有怪异的香气
“You've been making things up. Why do you keep saying I carry”
“I was not crying over you; it was just an irritating smell that made my eyes water.”
In Chinese social interaction, openly showing tears can be awkward or overly revealing; attributing red eyes to an external physical pollutant preserves personal dignity.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
pungent; harsh on the nose
Used to describe strong, unpleasant odors that cause irritation to the nose or eyes.
irritated one's eyes (from smoke or strong fumes)
A common physical explanation often borrowed figuratively as an excuse for tearing up.
Marks the completion of the action causing the irritation, presenting it as an established external event.
