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[–] 14 points 5 months ago (3 children)

Although うそ literally means "it's a lie", it should have been translated to "Really?"

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  • [–] 5 points 5 months ago

    Thank you ! That’s why it’s important that the language textbook labels this as polite. When students ask about it, they’ll learn about either a linguistic or cultural difference that could make communication more difficult, if it’s not addressed.

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  • [–] 1 point 5 months ago* (1 child)

    Wouldn't it be even more accurate to translate it as "You're lying!?". Not sure it would fit the "polite" tone, but then again, they're about to be eaten by a tiger and/or a puma.

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