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倒是

dào shi
HSK 5

English Meaning

contrary to what one might expect; actually; contrariwise; why don't you

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你 你倒是说个一二三啊
HSK 6 00:01
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💡 INTENT:

“Come on, give me a clear explanation instead of stalling!”

1. PREVIOUS

我们今天可能得住在这儿了

“We might stay for the night.”

“Hey, just give us a few pointers.”

3. NEXT

没事 不着急 明天慢慢说

“It's okay. We can discuss it slowly tomorrow.”

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那倒是能解释得通了
HSK 6 00:01
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💡 INTENT:

“That would actually make a lot of sense / That explains it.”

1. PREVIOUS

他真有精神上的疾病的话

“But if he truly has a mental illness,”

“that will actually explain everything.”

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谢谢啊

“Thank you.”

《风过留痕》 · daily_life
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我倒是想听听 你是怎么管全行业的
HSK 6 00:02
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💡 INTENT:

“Let's hear your grand plan then, since you think you're capable of running the entire industry.”

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真是眼界宽广啊

“That's a broad vision.”

“I'd love to hear how you plan to manage the whole industry.”

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管不了的话咱们可以做表率啊 像杉立方酒店集团

“If we can't manage it, we can at least set an example. Take Shanlifang as an example.”

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