可是你怎么能算是别人呢
“But how can you count as others?”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
还是自己选择吧
“So you should make the choice yourself.”
可是 你 怎么能算是 别人 呢
“But how can you count as others?”
你应该算是当事人吧
“You're practically an involved party.”
“You are not an outsider to me; you are part of this.”
Chinese interpersonal communication draws a sharp line between outsiders and insiders; calling someone an insider establishes profound emotional solidarity and mutual responsibility.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
how can (it be that)
Used in rhetorical questions to emphasize disbelief or to reject a premise.
other people; outsiders
Often used to contrast an external party with an 'insider' or close partner.
Softens the rhetorical question while adding an engaging, inquiring warmth.