也就收钱的时候痛快
“are only ever quick when taking our money.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
州府这群人
“Those officials”
也就 收钱的时候痛快
“are only ever quick when taking our money.”
显儿
“Xian...”
“They take our bribes without hesitation, but when we need actual help, they are utterly useless.”
Reflects a longstanding cynical view of corrupt officials who enthusiastically extort resources while neglecting their public duties.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
only; merely
Used to limit the scope and diminish the praise, often indicating cynicism.
collecting money; taking bribes
Used literally for collecting payment, but in bureaucratic contexts often implies taking kickbacks or bribes.
readily; without hesitation
Describes doing something decisively and happily without dragging one's feet.
VOCABULARY & EXPRESSIONS
Parallel Spoken Cinema Scenes (语义近邻切片)
“No charge. That good?”
“Here's the checkout counter. Everything is discounted.”
“We can't collect money, or it'll cause trouble. Yes.”
“I can grant you a swift death.”
“Stop packing. I'll do it for you.”
“Pay me now!”