很经典的约会用语

很经典的约会用语

Do you have some time tomorrow 明天有空吧？

Yes, I do. 有啊。

How about having lunch with me 一起吃顿中饭怎样？

Good idea. 好主意。

If you're free, how about lunch 有空的话一起吃顿中饭如何？

When did you have in mind 你想什么时候呢？

I was thinking about Thursday 我看星期四怎样？

That will be fine with me. 没问题。

I'm calling to see if you would like to have lunch tomorrow. 我打电话给你，是想知道明天一起吃顿中饭怎样？

I'm sorry, but this week isn't very convenient for me. 对不起，这个星期我都不方便。

Perhaps we van make it later. 那么，也许改天吧。

That would be better. 好啊。

I'm calling to confirm our luncheon appointment. 我打电话来，是想确定一下我们约好吃饭的事。

It's tomorrow at twelve o'clock, right 是明天12点吧？

Yes, that's right. 是的，没错。

I'll be there. 我会去的。

I'm sorry, but I have to cancel out luncheon appointment. 真抱歉，不过我不得不取消我们午餐的约会。

I'm sorry to hear that. 真遗憾。

I have pressing business to attend to. 我有紧急的事情要处理。

No problem. we'll make it later in the month. 没关系，这个月改天再说吧。

I need to change the time we meet for lunch. 我需要更改我们见面吃午饭的时间。What time would be good for you 什么时间你合适呢？

I'll be about half an hour late. 我大概要慢半个小时。

Good, I'll see you there at 12:30. 好的，十二点我会在那儿与你碰面。

I'll get the check. 我来付帐。

No, let me pay this time. 不，这次由我付。

No, I insist. 不，还是我来。

Well, thank you very much. 好吧，那就谢谢你啦？

This lunch is on me today, 今天这顿饭算我请客。

I think you got it last time. 我记得上回也是你请的。

It's my pleasure. 我请得心里高兴。

That's very nice of you. 既然这样，那就多谢了。

Shall we split the check. 大家分摊吧？

Why don't you let me pick it up. 就让我来付帐好了。

Oh, that's not necessary. 啊，不必这样。

I know it's not necessary. I want to do it. 我知道不必这样，可是我愿付.

I really enjoyed the lunch. 这顿饭我吃得好高兴。

Yes, let's do it again real soon. 是啊，让我们不久再一起用餐吧。

I'll be back in town next month. 我下个月会再回这里来。

Good, I'll invite you out when you're here.好极了，等你来的时候，请再接受我的招待。Apologizing 道歉

Sometimes it is necessary to tell someone bad news gently.

: I'm afraid I spilled coffee on the tablecloth.

B: Oh, don't worry about it.

A: I want to apologize. Is there anything I can do

B: Just forget about it. I never did like it anyway.

: I'm really sorry, but I seem to have misplaced your scarf.

B: Oh, that's all right.

A: I'm very sorry. Can I get you another one

B: No. Forget about it. It's not important.

: I'm sorry, but I can't find the book you lent me.

B: That's OK.

A: I really feel bad about it. Let me buy you a new one.

B: No. Don't be silly. I wouldn't dream of letting you do that.

: I feel terrible, but I've just broken your ashtray.

B: It's nothing to get upset about.

A: I don't know what to say. I'd like to replace it.

B: No. It's out of the question.

Giving Compliments 赞美

Friends often compliment one another on clothes, especially if the clothes are new.

: What a beautiful sweater!

B: Do you think it looks good on me

A: Yes, and it goes beautifully with your pants.

B: You won't believe it, but it was really cheap.

A: I wish I could find one just like it.

: I like your new coat.

B: Do you think it fits OK

A: Yes. It looks terrific!

B: I bought it at half price.

A: You were lucky to find it.

: That's a very nice jacket.

B: Does it really look OK

A: Yes, and I like the color too. It matches your hat.

B: And I got it on sale.

A: That's incredible!

: I love that shirt.

B: Do you really like it

A: Yes, it fits perfectly.

B: It wasn't very expensive either.

A: That's amazing! It sure looks expensive.

请人复述

As long as you ask politely, most people do not mind repeating something you didn't hear or understand.

: I'm sorry, but I didn't catch what you said.

B: I said, "Do you want me to help you"

A: If you're sure you're not in a hurry, I can use a lttle help.

B: Would you like me to get you a cab

: I beg your pardon

B: I said, "Do you need any help"

A: That's very nice of you. I guess I could use some help.

B: Just tell me what you'd like me to do.

: What was that

B: I said, "Is there anything I can do"

A: If it's not too much trouble, I would like some help.

B: It's no trouble at all. I'll carry this suitcase for you.

: Excuse me I didn't hear what you said.

B: I asked you if you wanted some help.

A: If you wouldn't mind, I could use a hand.

B: I'll get this Saying Thank You 道谢

When someone invites you for dinner, you can bring flowers,candy or a bottle of wine. Sometimes people send a thank you note to the host or hostess a few days after the event.

: I'd better be going.

B: So soon Why don't you stay a little longer

A: I wish I could, but it's already late.

B: Oh, it's a shame that you have to leave.

A: Thank you for a wonderful meal.

B: I'm glad you enjoyed it.

: I really must be going now.

B: But you just got here. Can't you stay a little longer

A: That's very nice of you, but I really can't.

B: Well, it's too bad that you have to go.

A: Thanks very much. It was a great party!

B: It was our pleasure.

: I think it's about time we got going.

B: What Already Won't you have more coffee

A: I'd love to, but I have to get up early tomorrow.

B: Oh! I'm sorry. I wish you could stay.

A: Thank you for a very enjoyable evening.

B: Don't mention it. I hope you can come again soon.

: I really should be on my way.

B: Oh, not yet! At least have one for the road.

A: No. Thanks all the same.

B: Well, I'm sorry you have to leave so early.

A: Thank you very much. We really had a good time.

B: Well, thank you for coming. bag for you.

Meeting old friends 老友重逢

Many people shake hands when meeting after they havn't seen each other for a long time.

1. A: I haven't seen you for ages. You haven't been sich, have you

B: No, I've been in California for the past month.

A: How nice. Where were you exactly

B: San Diego. I got back yesterday.

2. A: It's nice to see you again. Have you chaged jobs

B: No, I've been visiting relatives.

A: That's nice. Where

B: I went to visit an uncle of mine in San Francisco.

3. A: You haven't been around much lately, have you

B: No, I've been away on vacation.

A: Oh Where were you

B: Palm Springs. I've got a cousin there.

4. A: Well, hello, stranger! Have you moved or something

B: No, I went to California for a few weeks.

A: Oh, really Where did you go

B: Los Angeles. I stayed with 节假日的问候

Special Greetings 节假日的问候

There are eight national holidays celebrated in the United States: New Year's

Day(Jan.), Washington's Birthday (Feb.), Memorial Day(May), the Fourth of July, Labor Day(Sep.),Veteran's Day(Nav.),Thanksgiving(Nov.) and Christmas(Dec.), In addition, there are many state and local holidays.

1. A: Merry Christmas!

B: The same to you!

A: Are you doing anyting special

B: We're having some friends over. What are you doing

A: Oh, I'm just going to take it easy.

2. A: Happy New Year!

B: Thank you! Same to you.

A: Have you got any plans

B: I've been invited over to la friend's. And you

A: My reemmate's having a party.

3. A: Have a nice Thanksgiving!

B: Same to you!

A: Are you going anywhere

B: I thought about going to my sister's. How about you

A: Oh, I'll probably just stay at home.

4. A: Have a nice weekend!

B: Thanks. You too!

A: Do you have any plans

B: Well, my family's away and I can't afford to do much. What about you

A: Oh, I haven't decided what I'm going to do yet. my brother.

介绍和开场白

Introductios and Opening Conversations

介绍和开场白

People in the United States don't always shake hands when they are introduced to one another. However, in a formal or business situation people almost always shake hands.

: Mary, this is Joe's brother David.

B; I'm very glad to meet you.

C: It's a pleasure to meet you.

B: How do you like Texas so far

C: It's really different from what I expected.

B: Don't worry. You'll get used to it in no time.

: Mrs. Smith, I'd like to introduce a friend of mine, Pierre Dubois.

B: How do you do

C: Hello.

B: What's your impression of the United States

C: Well, I can't get over how different the weather is here.

B: Oh, you'll get used to it soon!

: Wendy, I'd like you to meet my brother Sam.

B: Hi.

C: Nice to meet you.

B: What do you think of Dallas

C: Well, I'm still feeling a little homesick and so many things seem strange to me.

B: You're bound to feel that way at first, I guess.

: , this is Peter Brown.

B: Pleased to meet you.

C: How do you do

B: I hope you're enjoying your stay here.

C: If it weren't for the climate, I'd lik Checking in at a Hotel住旅馆

Mr. Woods : I'd like a double room for tonight.

Clerk : Do you have a reservation

Mr. Woods : Yes. I called you last week from New York. My name is George Woods.

Clerk : Wait a second , please. (She checks the computer.) Yes, Mr. Woods, we have a room reserved

for you. How long do you plan to stay

Mr. Woods : Probably two days. My wife will join me tomorrow. Then we'll decide when to leave for Seattle.

Clerk : Would you sign the register, please

Mr. Woods : By the way, does my room have a private bath

Clerk : Certainly. Every room in this hotel has a private bath.

Mt. Woods : Does my room have twin beds or a double I prefer a room with twin beds.

Clerk : Your room has twin beds, Mr. Woods. It also has a view. I'm sure you'll like it....This is your key. It's on the eighth floor, room 801. The elevator is over there.

Mr. Woods : Thank you. One more thing, where is your restaurant

Clerk : The restaurant is on the second floor. We also have a cafeteria on the top floor. If you would like something to drink, you can either call room service or come down here. The bar is right behind the lobby.

Mr. Woods : Thank you. You're very kind.

Clerk : You're welcome.

Vocabulary

注释

1. reservation n．预约，动词为 "reserve" 。

2. to leave for 前往某地

3. room service 旅馆里的房间服务e it here very much.

B: It always takes time to get used to a new place.

Asking for Directions问路

Dale : Excuse me. Could you tell me how to get to the Palace Museum

Nancy: You can take Bus 5. The driver will tell you where to get off.

Dale : Yes, but I'm driving my own car.

Nancy: Oh, then you drive along this street, turn right at the third crossroad, then take the first left. Keep straight on until you see a road sign that says "Palace Museum", and then you follow the sign. It will direct you to the Palace Museum.

Dale : Drive along this street, turn right, turn left, keep straight, and then I'll see the road sign

Nancy: That's right.

Dale : Are you sure that I won't bump into any one-way streets

Nancy: Well,...I don't think you will....I don't see any car around here. Where is your car Dale : I parked it over there. You see

Nancy: Oh, no. You'd better move it before a policeman sees you parking there.

Dale : Why I don't see any "No Parking" signs.

Nancy: But you're parking in a bus zone.

Dale : Here comes a policeman. I'd better run....Thank you, miss....Oh, by the way, how long will it take for me to get to the museum

Nancy: About half an hour.

Dale : Thanks again. You've been very helpful.

Nancy: Hurry up, or you'll get a ticket.

Vocabulary

注释

l. crossroad n. 十字路

2. one-way street 单行道。“one way”单程。

3. zone n. 区域

4. ticket n. 罚单、On the Bus 在公车上

Bus driver : Move to the rear of the bus, please. There're plenty of seats in the rear. Daisy : How much is the fare, please

Bus driver : Thirty cents. Drop it in the box.

Daisy : Does this bus go to Washington Park

Bus driver : Take Bus No. 9. This is No. 6.

Daisy : But somebody told me this is the right bus. I'm going to Park Avenue.

Bus driver : This is the right bus. I'll let you off when we get there.

Daisy : Thanks a lot, driver.

Willie : Driver, I want a transfer to the 66th street cross-town bus. How much is the fareBus driver : (Giving him a transfer.) There's no charge for transfers.

Willie : Is it good on any crosstown bus or only on the 66th street crosstown

Bus driver : That transfer is only good on the 66th street bus.

Willie : I'm going to First Avenue. Is 66th Street my best way to get there

Bus driver : Yes.

Judy : Driver, does this bus go to Washington Square

Bus driver : No, take Bus No. 10 across the street.

Judy : Thank you.

Vocabulary

注释

1. rear n. 后面、背面 "In (the) rear of," 在……后面。

2. fare n. 费用

3. transfer v. 转车，换车：此为名词，转(换)车票票

Taking a Taxi 坐计程车

Miss Kao : Taxi! Taxi! (A cab stops and she goes in.)

Cab driver : Where to, miss

Miss Kao : Diamond Hotel on Beach Avenue. How much do you think the fare will be

Cab driver : Well, about three dollars. I can't tell exactly, but whatever it is, it will show on the meter.

Miss Kao : I took a taxi yesterday from the station to Diamond Hotel, and the driver charged me six dollars.

Cab driver : Was it rush hour

Miss Kao : No, it wasn't.

Cab driver : Well, there is nothing I can say, miss.

Miss Kao : Do you think he intentionally drove all around instead of driving directly to Diamond Hotel

Cab driver : No. Why would he want to do that

Miss Kao : For more money. He thought I was someone who can be taken advantage of.

Cab driver : I wouldn't say that, miss. Any cab driver would lose his license if he got caught doing a thing like that.

Miss Kao : I didn't know that.

Cab driver : Now you know. Are you new in this city

Miss Kao : Yes. I'll probably stay here for two more weeks.

Cab driver : In that case, you can try to call a cab company to send you a cab next time when you need one. That'll certainly make you feel safer.... Here you are, Diamond Hotel.

Miss Kao : Thank you for the advice. How much is it

Cab driver : Two dollars and ninty-eight cents.

Miss Kao : Here is three dollars. Keep the change.

Vocabulary

注释

1. cab n. 即“taxi'，计程车。

2. rush hour 指交通的高峰At the Airport 在机场

Mrs. Fu : Hurry up! We don't have much time left.

Mr. Fu : Take it easy. We still have two hours.

Mrs. Fu : Come on! This is my first time ever to take a plane. I don't want anything to go wrong. Mr. Fu : Let me take care of everything, all right Now, let's go to the check-in counter. Airline Clerk : May I see your tickets and passports, please

Mr. Fu : Here they are.

Airline Clerk : Would you put all your baggage on the scale, please....Ah, thirty-eight kilos. Mrs. Fu : Is that inside the free allowance

Airline Clerk : Yes, we allow twenty kilos each.

Mrs. Fu : That's lucky! (To her husband) What's next

Mr. Fu : They'll have to check our baggage. Why don't you wait for me upstairs at the refreshment lounge

Mrs. Fu : All right. (She goes off.)

Airline clerk : Open your baggage, please.

Mr. Fu : Sure. (He opens the bags. The airline clerk examines them.)

Airline Clerk : All right. Thank you, sir.

Mr. Fu : (Upstairs at the lounge.) What did you order for me

Mrs. Fu : Black coffee. What do we do now

Mr. Fu : Let me finish this coffee and then we will go to gate 5. They're announcing our flight. Mrs. Fu : I didn't hear anything.

Mr. Fu : It's on that sign board up there. See UA 801. At gate 5. Have you payed the check yet Mrs. Fu : Yes.

Mr. Fu : Let's go then.

Vocabulary

注释

1. checkin n. 指在机场、旅馆的报到

2. free adj. 免费的

3. lounge n. 休息室。”Refreshment lounge”，指可边喝饮料或吃东西、边休息的场所。时间