但是不是东西 是人 算吗
“But it's not about a thing— it's about a person. Does that count?”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
但 是不是 东西 是人 算 吗
“But it's not about a thing— it's about a person. Does that count?”
“Sure, it counts. This guy is called Song Cai.”
Direct spoken expression in this communicative setting.
Asking '算吗' shows respect for mutual understanding before proceeding with unexpected terms in informal agreements or negotiations.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
does it count?; does that qualify?
A highly practical conversational chunk used to ask whether an item or scenario meets criteria.
not... but rather...
Standard corrective connective pair used to clarify misunderstandings or redefine scope.
Forms a straightforward yes-no question seeking confirmation.
