替我问候他们一声
“♪ Where lantern light is dimly shed ♪ please send them my regards.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
“♪ When all at once I turn my head ♪ If you happen to meet my parents,”
替我 问候他们一声
“♪ Where lantern light is dimly shed ♪ please send them my regards.”
有什么心愿
“If you have any wishes,”
Direct spoken expression in this communicative setting.
Sending respect and regards through a traveler to one's elders is a staple expression of filial courtesy in Chinese culture.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
on my behalf / for me
Placed before a verb to ask someone to do something in one's stead.
to send regards; to say hello
A polite, gentle way to ask someone to convey warm regards to an acquaintance or family member.
VOCABULARY & EXPRESSIONS
Parallel Spoken Cinema Scenes (语义近邻切片)
“He asked me to stop by and tell you”
“remind you on my behalf:”
“and help our compatriots.”
“You could at least congratulate me.”
“I sincerely welcome you back.”
“Okay, I'll let them know.”