再添一个小公子
“and may you welcome another little son.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
“Wishing your family a harmonious year ahead,”
再添一个小公子
“and may you welcome another little son.”
多谢孙公子了
“Thank you, Mr. Sun.”
Direct spoken expression in this communicative setting.
In traditional Chinese culture, wishing a family more male heirs is one of the highest forms of courtesy and festive congratulations.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
to add or be blessed with (a child)
A traditional, polite verb used when referring to giving birth or adding a new member to a family.
young son / young master
An honorific historical term referring to the young male heir of a reputable family.
Parallel Spoken Cinema Scenes (语义近邻切片)
“I hope the Young Master and Little Young Master”
“Eldest Young Master, please don't hurt him.”
“Sorry for troubling you, Young Master. Please don't tell my senior about this yet.”
“it would be terrible if you hurt the young master.”
“I will keep the Little Young Master safe”
“Little Young Master, look who I brought here.”