但是这个松烟墨的货断了
“However, if we stop the supply of pine soot ink,”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
还可以下一次
“we can still go for it another time.”
但是 这个 松烟墨的货 断了
“However, if we stop the supply of pine soot ink,”
那我们的墨商
“we'll suffer a loss”
Direct spoken expression in this communicative setting.
Ink is one of China's Four Treasures of the Study; pine soot ink in particular is a traditional commodity with dedicated artisanal suppliers and distinct commercial value.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
pine soot ink (traditional Chinese ink)
A specific cultural and trade noun referring to traditional high-grade ink made from burnt pine soot.
out of stock, supply interrupted
Colloquial commercial phrase meaning that inventory is depleted or shipments have halted.
Signifies a change of state, indicating that the item was previously available but is now out of stock.
VOCABULARY & EXPRESSIONS
Parallel Spoken Cinema Scenes (语义近邻切片)
“just like our Li family's pine soot ink.”
“Besides, you've put so much effort into this pine soot ink.”
“So the ink they produce is always a mess.”
“caring about nothing but making ink,”
“of fairly good-quality ink stick.”
“only make a few good pieces of ink in their lifetime.”