她怎么都不跟我商量呢
“Why didn't she discuss this with me?”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
可是她定金 都交了二十万了 你妈她真的是
“But she's paid 200,000 yuan as the deposit. How could your mom...”
她 怎么都不 跟我商量 呢
“Why didn't she discuss this with me?”
“Don't worry, Dad. If Mom wanted to apply for a mortgage,”
“How could she bypass me like I don't even matter?”
In Chinese households, large purchases such as real estate deposits are expected to be mutually agreed upon; unilateral decisions violate mutual respect.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
consult with me / discuss with me
Commonly used when expecting reciprocal communication before making decisions.
how come (someone) didn't even...
Emphasizes incredulity at a total lack of action.
Reinforces rhetorical indignation and deep perplexity in a question.