学习不咋的 我们家这
“His studies aren't great, and our family burden is quite heavy.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
“He's probably just afraid of causing you trouble. His studies aren't great,”
学习 不咋的 我们家这
“His studies aren't great, and our family burden is quite heavy.”
“and our family burden is quite heavy. Did Ren Meiyan tell you that?”
Direct spoken expression in this communicative setting.
Chinese parents often downplay their children's achievements or abilities in casual conversation to show modesty and avoid sounding boastful.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
not great; mediocre
A common colloquial Northern expression used to downplay quality, ability, or satisfaction.