参见陛下 参见太后
“Greetings, Your Majesties.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
华国公到
“Duke Hua has arrived.”
参见 陛下 参见 太后
“Greetings, Your Majesties.”
国公免礼
“No need for formalities. How is the situation outside?”
Direct spoken expression in this communicative setting.
Strict hierarchical rituals govern speech in Chinese imperial courts; addressing the Emperor and Empress Dowager requires codified salutations.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
to pay respects to; to present oneself before (a superior)
A highly formal historical salutation used exclusively by subjects or subordinates when greeting monarchs or high superiors.