只是有点小爱好
“I just have a little hobby”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
本本分分
“doing my part.”
只是 有点 小爱好
“I just have a little hobby”
“It is not a serious character flaw, just a little bad habit that shouldn't worry you.”
In Chinese social interactions, problematic habits or vices are often softened using diminutive terms like 'small hobby' to preserve face during background inquiries.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
a little bit; somewhat
A common softener used before negative or sensitive descriptions to make them sound less severe.
minor hobby; small indulgence
Euphemistic phrasing frequently deployed to mask a potentially disruptive vice like gambling or drinking.