稍有不顺心便整日折磨
“and tortured us all day long whenever he felt displeased.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
与蛊虫相连
“with the Gu bugs”
稍有不顺心便整日折磨
“and tortured us all day long whenever he felt displeased.”
Direct spoken expression in this communicative setting.
In Chinese storytelling and historical dramas, recounting arbitrary torment illustrates the absolute, unchecked power dynamic between captor/master and victim.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
at the slightest displeasure or frustration
Use this phrase to describe temperamental, abusive, or perfectionist behavior triggered by minor irritations.
torment all day long
A heavy expression used to describe prolonged physical or mental suffering.