不要辜负了媖儿的一片好心嘛
“Don't let Ying's good intentions go to waste.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
多少吃两口嘛
“eat some of it at least.”
不要 辜负 了媖儿的 一片好心 嘛
“Don't let Ying's good intentions go to waste.”
爹
“Father,”
“Even if you have no appetite, eat a little so you don't hurt her feelings.”
In Chinese family etiquette, refusing food prepared with care is seen as rejecting the person's affection, so mediators often appeal to 'good intentions' (好心) to coax consumption.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
pure good intentions / kindness
A common set phrase used to emphasize someone's genuine kindness or good will, often when mediating a conflict.
to fail to live up to / to let down
Used frequently with feelings, expectations, or kindness to express the moral fault of rejecting goodwill.
Softens the imperative into an affectionate, coaxing plea rather than a stern command.
