我自己一点小小的兴趣而已
“More of a personal interest.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
“I just run a small studio.”
我 自己 一点 小小的 兴趣 而已
“More of a personal interest.”
“Thanks to my husband. Everything is arranged perfectly for me.”
“Don't make a big deal out of it; it's just a little passion project I do for fun.”
In Chinese social interaction, downplaying personal achievements or ventures as mere 'minor hobbies' avoids appearing boastful and maintains social harmony.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
tiny / modest
Reduplication of an adjective used here to convey humility and play down the importance of an achievement.
nothing more / that's all
Placed at the end of a sentence to downplay extent, scale, or significance.