还不如交往到底
“(it is better to carry the relationship through,)”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
“(staying entangled and unable to let go)”
还不如 交往 到底
“(it is better to carry the relationship through,)”
至少会有结束的一天
“(at least there will be an end one day.)”
Direct spoken expression in this communicative setting.
Chinese interpersonal dynamics often struggle with 'ou duan si lian' (unresolved emotional ties); taking things to their absolute conclusion is seen as a way to achieve closure.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
might as well; would be better off
Used to suggest a preferable alternative when the current situation is undesirable or painful.
date all the way to the end; see the relationship through
Combines '交往' (to date) with the complement '到底' (to the very end) to express thoroughness and closure.
