EN: The preposition 'with' is used here to indicate the instrument or tool used to perform an action.
中文: 介系詞「with」在這裡用來表示執行動作時所使用的工具或手段。
I am writing with a pen.
我正用原子筆寫字。
EN: In many English-speaking cultures, 'DIY' (Do It Yourself) culture is very common. Homeowners often take pride in fixing simple household issues like a dripping faucet themselves rather than calling a professional immediately.
中文: 在許多英語系國家的文化中,「DIY」(自己動手做)非常普遍。屋主通常以能自己修理漏水水龍頭等簡單家務為榮,而不是立刻打電話請專業人士。
EN: Using 'Part' followed by a letter is a common way to label sections of a book, lesson, or test.
中文: 使用「Part」後接字母是標記書籍、課程或測驗章節的常用方式。
Please look at Part B.
請看 B 部分。
EN: In English educational materials, 'Part A' is the standard way to organize content. Unlike some languages that might use numbers first, English often uses letters for sub-sections.
中文: 在英文教材中,「Part A」是組織內容的標準方式。與某些可能優先使用數字的語言不同,英文經常使用字母來標記子章節。
EN: The Present Simple tense is used here to describe an action happening in a story or a scene (narrative present).
中文: 現在簡單式在這裡用於描述故事或場景中正在發生的動作(敘述性現在式)。
He opens the door and sees his friend.
他打開門,看見了他的朋友。
EN: In Western households, it is common for people to attempt basic home repairs (DIY) like fixing a leaky faucet before calling a professional plumber, as professional services can be quite expensive.
中文: 在西方家庭中,人們通常會先嘗試自己動手做 (DIY) 基本的居家修繕,例如修理漏水的水龍頭,然後才考慮請專業水電工,因為專業維修服務的費用通常相當昂貴。
EN: Use 'Why do you...' to ask for the reason behind someone's current action or state.
中文: 使用「Why do you...」來詢問某人目前行為或狀態的原因。
Why do you have an umbrella?
你為什麼帶著一把傘?
EN: In many Western households, DIY (Do-It-Yourself) repairs are common to save on the high cost of professional plumbers or electricians. Asking about a toolbox often implies curiosity about what needs fixing.
中文: 在許多西方家庭中,為了節省昂貴的水電工費用,DIY(自己動手做)維修非常普遍。詢問工具箱通常隱含著對「什麼東西壞了需要修理」的好奇。
EN: The pattern 'keep + verb-ing' is used to describe an action that continues to happen or is repeated many times.
中文: 「keep + 動詞-ing」的句型用來描述某個動作持續發生或重複多次。
It keeps raining today.
今天雨一直下個不停。
EN: In many Western households, DIY (Do-It-Yourself) repairs are common to save on the high cost of professional plumbing services.
中文: 在許多西方家庭中,為了節省昂貴的專業水電維修費用,自己動手 (DIY) 進行簡單修理是非常普遍的現象。
EN: This is an imperative sentence used to give a command or request. In English, we can use just the base form of a verb to tell someone to do something.
中文: 這是一個祈使句,用於發出命令或請求。在英語中,我們可以直接使用動詞的原形來要求某人做某事。
Stop.
停下來。
EN: In casual conversation, 'Wait' is often used to pause a discussion or express hesitation before someone makes a decision. It is less formal than 'Wait a moment'.
中文: 在日常對話中,「Wait」常用於暫停討論,或在某人做決定前表示猶豫。這比「Wait a moment」更口語化。
EN: Negative questions starting with 'Don't you...' are often used to suggest an idea or express surprise while seeking agreement.
中文: 以「Don't you...」開頭的否定疑問句通常用於提出建議或表達驚訝,同時尋求對方的認同。
Don't you think it's too late to go out?
難道你不覺得現在出門太晚了嗎?
EN: In many Western countries, professional services like plumbing or electrical work can be very expensive. This is why Jonathan wants to fix it himself to 'save time and money,' while Dana is concerned about the difficulty of the task.
中文: 在許多西方國家,水電工或電工等專業服務的費用非常昂貴。這就是為什麼喬納森想自己動手以「節省時間和金錢」,而黛娜則擔心任務的難度。
EN: The word 'No' can be used as a complete sentence to express disagreement or a negative answer to a question.
中文: 單字「No」可以作為一個完整的句子,用來表示不同意或對問題的否定回答。
No, I don't need help.
不,我不需要幫助。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, saying 'No' directly to a suggestion from a family member or partner is common when you are confident in your own ability to handle a task.
中文: 在英語系國家,當你對自己處理任務的能力有信心時,直接對家人或伴侶的建議說「No」是很常見的。
EN: The use of 'It's' (It is) to identify or describe a situation or object.
中文: 使用「It's」(It is) 來識別或描述一個情況或物品。
It's a beautiful day.
這是一個美好的一天。
EN: In many Western cultures, there is a strong 'Do It Yourself' (DIY) culture where homeowners take pride in fixing minor household issues themselves to save money.
中文: 在許多西方文化中,有很強的「DIY」(自己動手做)文化,屋主通常以自己動手修理家中的小問題為榮,藉此節省開支。
EN: Using 'if' to talk about a possible situation and its result. The structure is: [Result] + if + [Condition].
中文: 使用「if」來討論可能的狀況及其結果。結構為:[結果] + if + [條件]。
I will be happy if you come to the party.
如果你來參加派對,我會很高興。
EN: In many Western cultures, there is a strong 'Do It Yourself' (DIY) spirit. People often try to fix household items themselves to save money before calling a professional.
中文: 在許多西方文化中,有很強的「DIY(自己動手做)」精神。人們通常會先嘗試自己修理家具或設備以節省開支,真的沒辦法才請專業人士。
EN: 'Okay' is an interjection used to express agreement, acceptance, or to signal that you understand what someone has said.
中文: 「Okay」是一個感嘆詞,用於表示同意、接受,或表示你明白對方所說的話。
Okay, I will help you.
好的,我會幫你。
EN: 'Okay' is one of the most common words in the English language and is used globally to show consensus or to move a conversation forward.
中文: 「Okay」是英語中最常用的單詞之一,全球通用,用來表示共識或推動對話進行。
EN: The phrase 'would like to' is a polite way to say 'want to'. It is followed by a base verb.
中文: 「would like to」是「want to」(想要)的禮貌說法,後面接原形動詞。
I'd like to buy a coffee.
我想買杯咖啡。
EN: 'Lend a hand' is a common idiom. It literally means giving someone your hand to help them, but it is used for any kind of assistance.
中文: 「Lend a hand」是一個常用的成語。字面上是「借出一隻手」,但在實際用法中代表提供任何形式的協助,非常口語且道地。
EN: Use 'can' followed by the base form of a verb to ask about ability or to offer help. In questions, 'can' comes before the subject.
中文: 使用「can」加上動詞原形來詢問能力或主動提供幫助。在疑問句中,「can」要放在主詞前面。
What can I buy?
我能買什麼?
EN: In Western culture, offering specific help with this phrase shows you are willing to cooperate and take direction, which is very helpful in DIY tasks.
中文: 在西方文化中,使用這個句子主動提供幫助顯示出你願意配合並聽從指揮,這在共同完成修繕任務時非常有幫助。
EN: Using 'and' to connect two actions in a sequence.
中文: 使用「and」來連接兩個按順序發生的動作。
You can open the door and come inside.
你可以打開門然後進來。
EN: In Western households, DIY (Do-It-Yourself) repairs are very common to save on high labor costs for professional plumbers or electricians.
中文: 在西方家庭中,DIY(自己動手做)維修非常普遍,主要是為了節省專業水電工高昂的人工費用。
EN: This is a common idiomatic expression used to show that you understand a request and will do it immediately.
中文: 這是一個常用的慣用語,用來表示你明白對方的要求,並且會立即去做。
Can you bring me some water? - You got it.
你能幫我拿點水嗎? - 沒問題。
EN: In American English, 'You got it' is a very friendly and informal way to say 'Yes' or 'I will do that for you.' It is often used in service industries (like restaurants) or between friends.
中文: 在美式英語中,「You got it」是一種非常友好且非正式的表達方式,意思是「好的」或「我會為你做那件事」。常用於服務業(如餐廳)或朋友之間。
EN: The phrase 'be going to' followed by a verb is used to talk about a plan or an action that is about to happen very soon.
中文: 「be going to」後面接動詞,用來描述一個計畫或是即將發生的動作。
I am going to clean the room.
我要去打掃房間了。
EN: In many Western homes, the main water shut-off valve for a kitchen faucet is located inside the cabinet directly underneath the sink.
中文: 在許多西方家庭中,廚房水龍頭的主要止水閥通常位於水槽下方的櫥櫃內。
重要單字附有 IPA 發音、定義、例句和互動式測驗。
在本文中: 工具箱
在本文中: 水龍頭
在本文中: 滴水
在本文中: 水管工
在本文中: 修理、修補
在本文中: 扳手
在本文中: 螺絲起子
在本文中: 洗手槽、水槽
片語包含類型標示、雙語定義、用法說明和例句。
To ask a professional to come and do a particular job.
請某人來(幫忙或維修)
To help someone with something.
幫忙、協助
To stop the flow of water, gas, or electricity.
關掉(水源、電源、瓦斯)
Used to say that you will do what someone has asked you to do.
沒問題、遵命