夸我的鞋样子好看
“complimented the pattern on my shoes,”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
县令夫人前段时间
“A few days ago, your mother”
夸我的鞋样子好看
“complimented the pattern on my shoes,”
“so I specially brought it over today,”
“I am seizing the chance to flatter her and get into her good graces.”
In Chinese social life, taking note of an offhand compliment and promptly following up with a handcrafted gift is an essential way to nurture relationships and show deference.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
shoe pattern; paper stencil for shoemaking
Traditional everyday craft term referring to templates used for cutting cloth shoes.
to praise; to compliment
Essential everyday verb used to describe giving compliments.
Parallel Spoken Cinema Scenes (语义近邻切片)
“Why did you go and buy new shoes?”
“(Braised) Even a shoe sole smells great in it.”
“that I write even better with my foot.”
“You aren't even fit to serve her.”
“Welcome to Wen's Shoe Shop. - Shopping or customizing? - Hello.”
“Your shoes are already worn-out. Get new ones.”