Eztalk美语【212】你真是汗流浃背啊

Taylor walks over Yi-jun:Taylor, you're sweating up a storm! Taylor:Your boyfriend, Bryan, wanted to toss the football. I think he wore me out. Yi-jun: Yeah, you look a little shaky. And pale. You seriously need some time in the sun. Taylor:You're li

Eztalk美语【224】我们不太喜欢二手货

Trev:How do you know? I thought Taiwanese people didn't have garage sales. Wei:You're right. We're not really into used stuff. Trev:Well, I've grown to like second-hand things. I wouldn't have gotten through university without them! Wei:There aren't

Eztalk美语【223】I'm pulling your leg我跟你开玩笑的

Saturday morning, driving near Calgary Paul:Hey, guys! Did you see that sign? Wei:No. What did it say? Paul:There's a garage sale around the corner. Wei:A garage sale...that's where people check out cars, right? Paul:[Laughing] What? Cars? Are you se

Eztalk美语【222】遇到初次见面的客户

Mrs. Wayne:Mr. Drake, I'm pleased to do business with your company. Mr. Drake: We're glad to be able to offer our services to your business, Mrs. Wayne. Mrs. Wayne:Your company is very well respected. About how long have you been in business? Mr. Dra

Eztalk美语【221】"请多指教"的美语说法

「请多指教」的美语说法： 您来信中的三种说法是不存在的。由于国情、文化的不同，所以很多中文的惯用语或成语，是无法跟美语对号入座。「请多指教」就是最好的例子。在美国的商业圈

Eztalk美语【220】fatten you up 把你喂得饱饱的

Mary: Hey! I heard there was a new Latin bar in Manhattan! John: Me, too. They say it's really happenin? Mary: There's also one on Statton Island. Take me there! John: But before we go dancin'we'll have to fatten you up at the Mexican restaurant ther

Eztalk美语【219】你的运动短裤在冒烟

Taylor bounces off Yi-jun and into the grill Yi-jun:[To Taylor] I'm so sorry, Taylor. Are you alright? You hit the grill pretty hard. [Taylor moans] Holly: [To Taylor] Are you sitting on a piece of coal? Your shorts are smoking! Yi-jun:[Taylor yells]

Eztalk美语【218】Slow down 慢一点

In the huddle, Hollys team Holly: OK, guys. Here's the plan. Get the ball to the goal, and keep it away from Rich and Taylor! Yi-jun:Why? Are they good? Holly: They played ball at school. [a histle blows] Here we go. Yi-jun, go out for a pass! Yi-jun

Eztalk美语【217】That's a foul那样算犯规

Just before the game Rich: OK, everyone. Gather around. Here are the rules. No tackling. No pushing. TF: You shouldn't grab someone else's shirt. That's a foul. Rich: Play is stopped when the person with the ball is touched. TF: You can touch them on

Eztalk美语【216】It's lots of fun这超好玩

Yi-jun:That's good to know. We'll watch for crazy drivers. Holly: [Walking over] Hey, guys. Ready for a pick-up game of touch football? Yi-jun:Football? Sounds dangerous. Maybe I'll just be a cheerleader. Holly: C'mon, Yi-jun. It's lots of fun. You'v

Eztalk美语【215】It's stocked装得满满的

Yi-jun strolls over Yi-jun:Does anyone need a drink? Rich: I'll take one. [as Yi-jun comes back] How's the cooler situation? Yi-jun:It's still stocked, and there's plenty of ice. [gives Rich a beer] Here you are-cheers! Rich: Cheers. You guys didn't

Eztalk美语【214】现在球季正打得火热呢

After the meal Rich: Are you going to watch the Indy Five Hundred on TV this weekend? Taylor:I'm not really into racecar driving. Rich: You were when we were in high school. That, and baseball. Taylor:Yeah, well, times change. Look at you-you're a fa

Eztalk美语【213】Here you go! 你拿去吧

At the grill Rich: Now the coals are just right. I can start grilling. Yi-jun: Here you go. I made up the burger patties for you. Rich: Thanks. Smell the hickory chips? They give the meat a nice, smoky flavor. Yi-jun: [Moves toward the grill] I'll ta

Eztalk美语【211】纪念我们阵亡的死者

Yi-jun sees Taylors father and goes over to him Yi-jun:Hi, Mr. Smith. Are you enjoying the cookout? You don't look too happy. TF: I spent the morning at the cemetery. I put flowers on the graves of my old war buddies. Yi-jun:Is that what people usual

Eztalk美语【227】这组老茶具真好看

Wei:Of course! Of course! Here you are. Thank you so much. Oma:Are you looking for anything else? Wei:Um, let me see. Hmm. This antique tea set here is gorgeous. Oma:That was a thirtieth birthday present. You can have it if you want. Wei:Really? No,

Eztalk美语【229】I'd feel way too guilty我会很有罪恶感

Paul:Wei! This is a first-you didn't bargain! Wei:Bargain? I'd feel way too guilty. Paul:But you could have saved money. Wei:From a sweet oma?! It's not worth it. Plus, I'd happily pay more for these things I bought! Paul:F.Y.I., there is a flea mark

Eztalk美语【230】You're telling me!还用你说啊

Trev:Whoa! This is a massive flea market! Wei:You're telling me! There are thousands of people here. Trev:And hundreds of booths-all filled with different kinds of stuff. Wei:This is almost like a Taiwanese night market! I can't believe it! Trev:You

Eztalk美语【232】Top10热门词汇

1.quarantine Quarantining contagious people is the only way to control SARS. 2.prisoners of war (POWs) When will all the POWs be freed? 3.leap from a high-rise Leslie Cheung's leap from a high-rise broke the hearts of countless fans. 4.facemask Peopl

Eztalk美语【233】一个新的品牌形象

Meeting with Mr. Bean, Monday at nine p.m. Jess: These three hours chatting with you have been very...interesting. Could you please tell us why we're here? Bean: I want a new brand image. Something creative, something strong. Make no mistake, somethi

Eztalk美语【234】e-mail fanatic电子邮件狂

Ann: How can we develop a new brand image with no direction whatsoever? James:With the fifty forwards he sent out today, maybe we'll inadvertently get inspired. Ann: I guess this is a good excuse to surf the Net on someone else's dime. James:Who'd ha