我是为你好

I'm doing this for your own good

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phrase Rare #26,246

I'm doing this for your own good Often used to justify advice, criticism, restrictions, or other actions intended to benefit someone. The tone can sound caring, but depending on context it may also sound defensive or patronizing.

CH: 我不让你熬夜，我是为你好。

EN: I'm not letting you stay up late—I'm doing this for your own good.

我是为你好才这么说

I'm only saying this for your own good.

— 天堂电影院 (1988)

我是为你好！！

I'm doing this for your own good!!

— 海洋之歌 (2014)

我是为你好

I'm only saying this for your own good.

— 大鱼海棠 (2016)

我是为你好啊

I’m only saying this because I care about you.

— 妈咪 (2014)