恭迎少君归来
“(Carefree) Welcome back, Young Master.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
人都到了
“they're here.”
恭迎少君归来
“(Carefree) Welcome back, Young Master.”
“I've waited anxiously for over a year;”
Direct spoken expression in this communicative setting.
Traditional Chinese hierarchical etiquette requires subordinates to adopt extremely polite formal diction to emphasize their devotion and deference to their lord.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
respectfully welcome
A highly formal, archaic compound used to show extreme reverence when greeting a superior or dignitary.
young lord; young master
An honorific title used in historical or fantasy settings to address the heir or young leader of a clan or sect.
VOCABULARY & EXPRESSIONS
Parallel Spoken Cinema Scenes (语义近邻切片)
“bows to welcome Mr. Mu's return.”
“Welcome the rightful owner back to the palace.”
“- We respectfully welcome Your Majesty. - We respectfully welcome Your Majesty.”
“-Greetings, Your Excellency. -Greetings, Your Excellency.”