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5分鐘英文口語|敲竹槓怎麼說?


語言學習都可以透過chatGPT來做更好的解釋翻譯與使用,另外也可以出考題,讓自己每日學習有所回饋,讓我們今天跟學一下常見的英文片語吧 ! !


很多片語有多個不同的含義,取決於上下文來定義,也有很多乍看下會誤會的片語,每天了解四個片語,口語馬上進步。(第50天)



 

Rip off (敲竹槓,欺騙,高價販賣):

解釋: The phrase "rip off" has multiple meanings depending on the context:

  • a) To overcharge or charge an excessively high price for goods or services, often implying dishonesty or exploitation of customers.

  • b) To cheat, deceive, or swindle someone by tricking them or taking advantage of their trust.

  • c) To remove or tear something quickly or forcefully.

片語「rip off」根據上下文有多種不同的含義:

a) 為商品或服務索價過高,通常意味著對客戶的不誠實或剝削。

b) 以詭計或利用信任欺騙、欺詐或欺騙某人。

c) 迅速或強行移除或撕裂某物。



例句:

  1. The mechanic tried to rip off the tourists by charging them three times the regular price for a simple repair. 修車工試圖敲竹槓遊客,為一個簡單的維修收取了正常價格的三倍。

  2. Be careful when buying electronics online; some sellers may rip you off by selling counterfeit products. 在線購買電子產品時要小心,一些賣家可能通過出售假冒產品來欺騙你。

  3. "I accidentally ripped off the button on my shirt when it got caught on a doorknob." (當我的襯衫被門把手勾住時,我不小心把鈕扣給扯掉了。)

X 常被誤會的錯誤意思 : 以為「rip off」僅表示迅速撕裂某物,而忽略了其他對話實際含義。



 

Make out (辨識,理解,親熱):

解釋: "make out" has multiple meanings depending on the context: a) To perceive or understand something, often with some difficulty.

  • For example, "I couldn't make out what she was saying because of the loud noise."

b) To engage in intimate or passionate kissing and cuddling.

  • For example, "They were making out in the park."

片語「make out」根據上下文有多種不同的含義: a) 辨識或理解某事,通常帶有一定的困難 b) 執行親熱或熱情的親吻和擁抱。

c) 成功做某事:表示成功地做某事或取得進展

例句:

  1. The handwriting was so messy that I couldn't make out the words written on the note. 筆跡太潦草,我看不清紙條上寫的字。

  2. The young couple was making out on the beach, enjoying the romantic sunset. 這對年輕夫妻正在海灘上親熱,享受浪漫的日落。

  3. "I couldn't make out what he was saying at first, but after a while, I understood."(一開始我聽不懂他在說什麼,但過了一會兒我明白了。)



"make out" 是一個多義的短語,其具體含義取決於上下文。使用時要根據具體情況確保選擇適當的含義,以避免誤解。

 

Live up to (達到,不辜負,實現):

解釋: The phrase "live up to" means to meet or exceed expectations, to fulfill promises or standards, or to achieve what is expected of someone or something. It implies maintaining a certain level of quality or behavior.


片語「live up to」指的是達到或超越期望,履行承諾或標準,或實現對某人或某事的期望。

暗示保持一定水平的品質或行為。

例句:

  1. Sarah always strives to live up to her parents' high expectations for her academic performance. 莎拉總是努力達到她父母對她學業表現的高期望。

  2. The new smartphone didn't live up to the hype; it had many technical issues and disappointments. 這款新智能手機沒有達到宣傳的效果,它存在許多技術問題和令人失望之處。

X 常被誤會的錯誤意思 :

以為「live up to」僅僅表示居住到某個地方,而實際上它指的是達到某種期望或標準。


 

Stick to (堅持,遵守):

解釋: The phrase "stick to" means to adhere to or follow a plan, decision, or course of action without deviating from it. It implies a commitment to staying on track or maintaining consistency.


片語「stick to」指的是堅持或遵循一個計劃、決定或行動方針,不偏離。

暗示了保持在正確軌道上或保持一致性的承諾。

例句:

  1. If you want to lose weight, you need to stick to your diet and exercise regimen. 如果你想減肥,你需要堅持你的飲食和運動計劃。

  2. He always sticks to his principles and never compromises his integrity. 他總是堅守自己的原則,從不妥協自己的誠實。

X 常被誤會的錯誤意思 :

以為「stick to」僅僅表示黏附在某物上,其實是堅持某個計劃或承諾


 

想一下剛剛學到的片語與意思後,來做以下測驗看看吧!




1. What does the phrase make out primarily mean?


a) To create something.

b) To perceive or understand something, often with difficulty.

c) To live up to expectations.

d) To stick to a plan rigorously.



2. If a product or service is said to rip off customers, what does it imply?


a) The product or service is of high quality.

b) The product or service is offered at a reasonable price.

c) Customers are being overcharged or deceived.

d) Customers are receiving excellent value for their money.



3. What does it mean when someone is advised to stick to their goals?


a) They should give up on their goals.

b) They should adhere to their goals and not deviate from them.

c) They should make quick decisions.

d) They should relax and take a break from their goals.



4. When someone is said to live up to a promise, what are they doing?


a) They are failing to keep their promise.

b) They are exceeding the expectations of the promise.

c) They are avoiding making any promises.

d) They are breaking their promise intentionally.








答案:

  1. b) To perceive or understand something, often with difficulty.

  2. c) Customers are being overcharged or deceived.

  3. b) They should adhere to their goals and not deviate from them.

  4. b) They are exceeding the expectations of the promise.



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