这样的人算小心眼吗
“Does that count as petty?”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
这样的人算小心眼吗
“Does that count as petty?”
依常理
“By common sense,”
“Tell me I am not crazy—she is definitely being overly sensitive and petty, right?”
In Chinese interpersonal dynamics, being considered 'xiaoxinyan' carries a negative social connotation regarding emotional maturity and generosity of spirit.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
petty; narrow-minded; easily offended
A very common colloquial adjective used to describe someone who holds grudges over trivial matters.
does this count as...?; can this be considered...?
Useful pattern when seeking clarification or classification about whether a behavior fits a specific label.
Marks a direct yes-no question seeking affirmation or opinion.
VOCABULARY & EXPRESSIONS
Parallel Spoken Cinema Scenes (语义近邻切片)
“Am I that petty?”
“that would indeed be petty.”
“How are you so full of tricks?”
“You're so petty. Yes, I am.”
“You're so overthinking it.”
“He's got good taste.”