但是能不能有出息
“But whether you're successful”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
“hopes for the best for their children.”
但是 能不能 有出息
“But whether you're successful”
能不能有能耐
“or capable,”
Direct spoken expression in this communicative setting.
Chinese parental culture intensely centers on whether children will 'you chuxi' (become capable and respected), balancing high hopes with the sobering reality of personal capability.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
to be promising / to achieve success in life
A foundational family phrase widely used by Chinese parents when talking about their children's future character, career, and achievements.