Chinese phrase

别勉强我 bié mián qiǎng wǒ

Meaning

Don't force me

When to use it

It asks others not to pressure the speaker. It is a firm but everyday way to refuse or set a limit.

Example dialogue

都到这了,再喝一杯吧。 dōu dào zhè le zài hē yì bēi ba

We've come this far, so let's have one more drink.

别勉强我。明天还得早起。 bié mián qiǎng wǒ míng tiān hái děi záo qǐ

Don't force me. I have to get up early tomorrow.

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