这怎么说呢这 这 家丑啊
“how do I put it... it's a family shame.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
你说这事
“About this matter,”
这怎么说呢 这 这 家丑 啊
“how do I put it... it's a family shame.”
这村子里都是沾亲带故的 不好听啊
“Everyone in the village is related. It doesn't sound good.”
“It is humiliating to admit, so please understand why I am reluctant to talk about it.”
In Chinese culture, exposing familial misconduct to outsiders is seen as a severe loss of face (Mianzi) that can ruin social standing in tight-knit communities.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
how should I put this
A useful filler phrase to stall for time when about to reveal delicate or embarrassing information.
family scandal / dirty laundry
Refers to private family misdeeds or embarrassments that must not be aired publicly.
Reflects the speaker's internal deliberation and paused thought process.
Expresses a sigh of resignation and awkwardness regarding the unfortunate reality.
