What do they say in Chinese in Firefly?
Some notable swears include “pigu,” which translates to ass, “aiya” and “tzao-gao,” which are both used like “damn” in English, and “go tsao de,” meaning “dogf***ed.” The show also uses some creative phrases in Chinese that do not literally translate into English swear words, but can still turn the air blue.
What language are they speaking on Firefly?
English
Mandarin
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Why do they randomly speak Chinese in Firefly?
The Alliance’s full title is the “Anglo-Sino Alliance.” Joss Whedon intended for it to be the merger of USA and China, the last of the world’s superpowers. That’s why many characters sometimes speak Chinese. The Alliance flag, seen in the original pilot, is a blending of the US and Chinese flags.
What does Gorram mean in Mandarin?
The basics include Gorram (“Run! It’s the gorram law!”), Ruttin’ (“It’s gettin’ too ruttin’ hot in here.”), and Humped (“He’s got a gun on us. We’re humped!”). Cursing in Chinese is considered more imaginative and expressive, and most everyone does it—at least when his mother has left the room. Fightin’ Words.
Is Serenity a prequel to Firefly?
Serenity is a 2005 American space Western film written and directed by Joss Whedon in his feature directorial debut. The film is a continuation of Whedon’s short-lived 2002 Fox television series Firefly and stars the same cast, taking place after the events of the final episode.
Is there swearing in Firefly?
Easily Firefly’s most famous swear word is “gorram,” which is a mild version of goddamn; other variations include “goramit.” Other futuristic cuss words include “ruttin'” and “humped,” which are both variants on a particular swear word beginning with the letter F.
Can You Learn to speak “firefly” in Mandarin?
These are 10 of the most precious, outrageous, and absurd “Firefly” lines that were spoken in Mandarin, and you can learn too, with the phoenetic spellings and translations included! I tried to get clips for all, and only found clips for a few, but I put some great video clips for your viewing pleasure regardless.
What is the backstory of Serenity?
Here is the backstory according to the perfect person to tell you, Malcolm Reynolds, Captain of the Serenity: Here’s how it is: The Earth got used up, so we moved out and terraformed a whole new galaxy of Earths, some rich and flush with the new technologies, some not so much.
Is Firefly Chinese pinyinary affiliated with Mutant Enemy?
Over a decade helping folks get well versed in Chinese. Firefly TV series copyright © 2002 20th Century Fox Film Corp.; Serenity movie copyright © 2005 Universal Studios. Firefly–Serenity Chinese Pinyinary is not affiliated with those companies, Mutant Enemy, their licensees, or any related companies.
What does Jian ta de Gui mean in Chinese?
Ghosts can be inauspicious agents in Chinese culture, so saying “see a ghost” implies underworld, Devil type stuff. Jian ta de gui has the same overtones, except it literally means “see your ghost.” You can use it to swear at somebody (especially if you take offense at something they’ve done or said) or as a general curse of your situation.