你跟我提慎言二字
“You dare lecture me about watching my mouth?”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
慎言
“Watch your mouth.”
你 跟我提 慎言 二字
“You dare lecture me about watching my mouth?”
你配吗
“You think you're worthy?”
“Who do you think you are to tell me to watch my mouth?”
In Chinese social hierarchy, only seniors or superiors have the moral standing to tell others to 'watch their words'; doing so out of turn is considered insolent.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
bring up to me / mention to me
Used when challenging someone's right to bring up a specific topic, often carrying indignation.
speak with caution / watch one's tongue
A classical, formal expression used to warn someone to mind what they say.