您从前可没这么怕事
“you wasn't so cautious in the past.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
师父
“Boss,”
您从前 可没 这么 怕事
“you wasn't so cautious in the past.”
我明白您在担心什么
“I understand what you're worried about.”
“You used to be bold—don't let fear stop you now.”
While deference is strictly expected toward a 'shifu', a trusted apprentice can tactfully use reverse psychology (激将法) to urge their master back into action without breaching respect.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
previously; in the past
Used to contrast a past state with a current, often unfavorable, behavior.
timid; afraid of getting into trouble
Often carries a mildly critical connotation, describing someone avoiding conflict or risk.