其实 傅先生与社稷有功
“In truth, Mr. Fu has rendered meritorious service to the state,”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
清清楚楚
“background and origins.”
其实 傅先生 与社稷有功
“In truth, Mr. Fu has rendered meritorious service to the state,”
“and I've always kept his contributions in mind.”
“I recognize what he has done for the empire, but that does not make him untouchable.”
In imperial China, an emperor acknowledging a subject's service to the 'sheji' (altar of soil and grain, symbolizing the state) was a sign of magnanimity, often used strategically before neutralizing a potential political threat.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
to have rendered distinguished service to the country/state
A formal classical idiom used when discussing great historical or political deeds that benefited the country.
VOCABULARY & EXPRESSIONS
Parallel Spoken Cinema Scenes (语义近邻切片)
“This is truly a blessing for this state.”
“You and Mr. Deng have long been at odds.”
“It's mostly thanks to Uncle Fu's support. I just benefited from it.”
“Mr. Deng, what brings you here?”
“Grand Tutor Xiao, you are my savior.”
“Even if Mr. Du complained to Mr. Deng, it would be useless.”