EN: The word 'When' is used here to introduce a situation or a specific time. In this context, it acts as a title or a setup for what happens next.
中文: 單字「When」在這裡用來引導一個情境或特定的時間點。在這個語境中,它作為標題或為接下來發生的事情做鋪墊。
When you arrive at the station.
當你到達車站時。
EN: The Present Continuous tense (be + verb-ing) is used to describe actions happening right now.
中文: 現在進行式(be 動詞 + 動詞-ing)用來描述此時此刻正在發生的動作。
They are eating lunch.
他們正在吃午餐。
EN: When using 'Step' followed by a number, it functions as a label to indicate a sequence or a specific stage in a process.
中文: 當使用「Step」後接數字時,它作為標籤使用,用來表示程序中的順序或特定階段。
Step two.
第二步。
EN: In English instructions, it is very common to use 'Step + Number' to organize information clearly. This is used in recipes, manuals, and storytelling to guide the listener.
中文: 在英文指令中,非常常用「Step + 數字」來清晰地組織資訊。這常用於食譜、說明書和故事敘述中,用來引導聽眾。
EN: Use 'can't' (cannot) followed by a base verb to express that someone is unable to do something in the present.
中文: 使用「can't」(cannot) 後接動詞原形,用來表示某人目前無法做到某事。
I can't find my keys.
我找不到我的鑰匙。
EN: The word 'missing' is an adjective used to describe something that is lost or cannot be found. It follows the verb 'is' to show the current state of the object.
中文: 單字 'missing' 是一個形容詞,用來描述遺失或找不到的東西。它接在動詞 'is' 之後,表示該物品目前的狀態。
My keys are missing.
我的鑰匙不見了。
EN: In English, 'Hey' is a very common way to start a sentence when you are surprised or need immediate help from a friend.
中文: 在英文中,當你感到驚訝或需要朋友立即協助時,常用 'Hey' 作為句子的開頭。
EN: Using 'Are you sure' followed by a statement is a common way to double-check information. Adding 'isn't' makes it a negative question, often used when you expect a different result.
中文: 使用「Are you sure」後接一個陳述句是確認資訊的常用方式。加上「isn't」使其成為否定疑問句,通常用於當你對現狀感到意外或想再次確認某物不在某處時。
Are you sure he isn't coming?
你確定他不來嗎?
EN: In English-speaking cultures, asking 'Are you sure?' is a polite way to suggest someone might have overlooked something without directly saying they are wrong.
中文: 在英語文化中,詢問「Are you sure?」是一種禮貌的暗示,提醒對方可能遺漏了某些細節,而不會直接說對方錯了。
EN: Ordinal numbers are used to show the order or sequence of things. In English, 'Step' followed by a number often functions as a label for a sequence.
中文: 序數用於表示事物的順序。在英語中,「Step」後面接數字通常用作標記步驟序列的標籤。
Step three.
第三步
EN: When giving instructions or explaining a process, English speakers use 'Step' followed by a number to make the information clear and organized.
中文: 在提供指示或解釋流程時,英語使用者會使用「Step」後接數字,使資訊清晰且有條理。
EN: The phrasal verb 'think back to' is used to remember or reflect on something that happened in the past.
中文: 動詞片語「think back to」用來回想或回憶過去發生的事情。
I often think back to my childhood.
我經常回想起我的童年。
EN: Use 'did' to ask questions about the past. When using 'did', the main verb (use) stays in its base form.
中文: 使用「did」來詢問過去發生的事情。當句子中有「did」時,後面的主要動詞(use)要使用原形。
When did you buy that phone?
你什麼時候買那支手機的?
EN: In Western cultures, asking about the last time someone saw a lost item is a standard first step in helping them retrace their steps.
中文: 在西方文化中,詢問某人最後一次看到遺失物品的時間,是幫助他們「回溯路徑 (retrace steps)」尋找失物的標準第一步。
EN: Use 'to + verb' (infinitive) to explain the purpose or reason why you did something.
中文: 使用「to + 動詞」(不定詞)來解釋做某件事的目的或原因。
I went to the store to buy milk.
我去了商店買牛奶。
EN: In many Western cafes, you pay at the counter when you order, which is why Lauren would have taken her wallet out there.
中文: 在許多西方咖啡廳,你通常在點餐時就在櫃檯付錢,這就是為什麼勞倫會在那個地方拿出錢包。
EN: When a number follows a noun like 'Step', 'Lesson', or 'Unit', it functions as an ordinal number to indicate a specific position in a sequence.
中文: 當數字放在「Step」(步驟)、「Lesson」(課)或「Unit」(單元)等名詞後面時,它具有序數的功能,用來表示序列中的特定位置。
Step five.
第五步。
EN: In English instructions or guides, 'Step' followed by a number is the standard way to organize a sequence of actions.
中文: 在英文的指令或指南中,使用「Step」加上數字是組織一系列動作的標準方式,對應中文的「第幾步」。
EN: Use 'and' to connect two actions done by the same person or group. Both verbs should be in the same tense.
中文: 使用「and」來連接同一個人或群體所做的兩個動作。這兩個動詞的時態必須保持一致。
She opens the door and enters the room.
她打開門並進入房間。
EN: Use 'I'll' (I will) to offer help or make a quick decision in the moment.
中文: 使用「I'll」(I will) 來表示即時的決定或主動提供協助。
I'll help you find your keys.
我會幫你找你的鑰匙。
EN: In cafes or restaurants, it's common to retrace your steps and check the specific area where you spent time if you lose something.
中文: 在咖啡館或餐廳,如果遺失東西,通常會循著原路回去,並檢查剛才停留過的特定區域。
EN: Use 'I'll' (I will) to offer help or decide to do something at the moment of speaking.
中文: 使用「I'll」(I will) 來表示主動提供協助,或是說話當下才做出的決定。
I'll help you find your keys.
我會幫你找你的鑰匙。
EN: In service environments like cafes, the 'counter' is the central place for transactions and lost-and-found inquiries.
中文: 在咖啡廳等服務場所,「櫃檯」(counter) 是進行交易以及詢問遺失物的主要地點。
EN: Ordinal numbers (first, second, third, fourth...) are used to describe the order of items in a sequence or steps in a process.
中文: 序數(第一、第二、第三、第四……)用於描述序列中項目的順序或過程中的步驟。
Step five is the last one.
第五步是最後一步。
EN: In English instructions, 'Step' followed by a cardinal number (1, 2, 3, 4) is a common way to label a sequence, functioning like an ordinal (first, second, third, fourth).
中文: 在英文指令中,「Step」後面接基數詞(1, 2, 3, 4)是標記序列的常用方式,其功能相當於序數(第一、第二、第三、第四)。
EN: The verb 'ask' is often used with the pattern 'ask (someone) about (something)' to indicate the topic of the inquiry.
中文: 動詞「ask」常用「ask (某人) about (某事)」的句型,用來表示詢問的內容或主題。
He asked the teacher about the homework.
他詢問老師關於作業的事。
EN: In many English-speaking countries, it is common to ask a clerk if someone has 'turned in' a lost item. Shops and cafes often have a 'Lost and Found' area behind the counter.
中文: 在許多英語系國家,詢問店員是否有人「上繳 (turn in)」遺失物是很常見的。商店和咖啡廳通常在櫃檯後方設有「失物招領處」。
EN: This is a fixed polite expression used to get someone's attention or to apologize for a minor interruption.
中文: 這是一個固定的禮貌用語,用於引起他人的注意或為輕微的打擾表示歉意。
Excuse me, where is the station?
不好意思,請問車站在哪裡?
EN: In English-speaking cultures, 'Excuse me' is essential before asking a stranger a question. It is considered more polite than directly asking the question.
中文: 在英語系國家,向陌生人提問前先說「Excuse me」是非常重要的。這比直接提出問題被認為更有禮貌。
EN: The phrasal verb 'turn in' means to give something to someone in authority, such as a lost item to a clerk or a police officer.
中文: 動詞片語「turn in」的意思是將某物交給負責人或權威機構,例如將遺失物交給店員或警察。
I turned in the lost keys to the office.
我把撿到的鑰匙交給了辦公室。
EN: In many English-speaking countries, it is common to 'turn in' lost items to a 'Lost and Found' department or the nearest service counter.
中文: 在許多英語系國家,將拾獲的遺失物交給「失物招領處」(Lost and Found) 或最近的服務台是非常普遍的做法。
EN: The word 'Sorry' is a common short way to apologize or express regret. In this context, it is used to politely say 'no' or to show sympathy because the speaker cannot help.
中文: 「Sorry」是一個常見的簡短詞彙,用於道歉或表達遺憾。在這種情況下,它被用來禮貌地表示「不」或因為無法提供幫助而表示同情。
I'm sorry, I don't have any change.
抱歉,我沒有零錢。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, saying 'Sorry' is very common even for small things or when you are not directly at fault (like not finding a lost item for someone). It is a way to maintain politeness.
中文: 在英語系國家,即使是小事或並非自己的錯(例如無法幫別人找到遺失物),說「Sorry」也非常普遍。這是一種維持禮貌的方式。
EN: The word 'No' is used as a short answer to negative questions or to indicate that something does not exist or has not happened.
中文: 單字「No」用作否定回答,表示否定、不存在或某事尚未發生。
No, I don't have it.
不,我沒有它。
EN: In service industries, a simple 'No' can sometimes sound blunt. Often, staff will add 'I'm sorry' or 'I'm afraid not' to be more polite.
中文: 在服務業中,單獨說「No」有時聽起來較生硬。通常店員會加上「I'm sorry」(抱歉)或「I'm afraid not」(恐怕沒有)來顯得更有禮貌。
EN: Ordinal numbers are used to show the order or sequence of things. In English, 'Step' followed by a number acts as a label for a specific stage in a process.
中文: 序數用於表示事物的順序。在英語中,「Step」後面接數字可用作標記流程中的特定階段。
Step one is to open the box.
第一步是打開盒子。
EN: In English instructions or tutorials, it is very common to use 'Step' followed by a number to organize information clearly. This helps the listener or reader follow a sequence easily.
中文: 在英文的指示或教學中,非常習慣使用「Step」加上數字來清晰地組織資訊。這有助於聽者或讀者輕鬆地遵循順序。
EN: The verb 'give' can be used with two objects: the person receiving (the clerk) and the thing being given (her contact information).
中文: 動詞「give」(給) 可以接兩個受詞:接收者(店員)和所給予的事物(聯絡資訊)。
I give the teacher my homework.
我把功課交給老師。
EN: In English-speaking countries, providing 'contact information' usually includes a phone number or email address so someone can reach you if they find a lost item.
中文: 在英語系國家,提供「聯絡資訊」通常包括電話號碼或電子郵件地址,以便他人在找到遺失物時能與你聯繫。
EN: Use 'if' to talk about a possible future situation. In the 'if' part, we use the present tense (finds) even though we are talking about the future.
中文: 使用「if」來討論未來可能發生的情況。在「if」引導的部分中,即使是在討論未來,我們也會使用現在式(finds)。
Please tell me if you need help.
如果你需要幫助,請告訴我。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, it is common to leave contact information when you lose something. Using 'Please' makes the request polite to a stranger or service worker.
中文: 在英語系國家,遺失物品時留下聯絡方式是很常見的。使用「Please」可以讓對陌生人或服務人員的請求顯得更有禮貌。
EN: 'Sure' is used as an adverb to express agreement or to say 'yes' in a friendly, informal way.
中文: 「Sure」作為副詞使用,用來表示同意,或以友好的、非正式的方式表達「是的」或「沒問題」。
Can you help me? Sure.
你能幫我嗎?沒問題。
EN: In service industries or casual conversations, 'Sure' is a very common way to acknowledge a request, often replacing 'You're welcome' or 'No problem'.
中文: 在服務業或日常對話中,「Sure」是回應請求非常常見的方式,常用來代替「不客氣」或「沒問題」。
EN: Ordinal numbers are used to show the order or sequence of things. In English, 'Step' followed by a number acts as a label for a specific stage in a process.
中文: 序數用於表示事物的順序。在英文中,「Step」後面接數字,是用來標記流程中特定階段的標籤。
Step one is to open the box.
第一步是打開盒子。
EN: In English instructions or guides, 'Step + Number' is the standard way to organize a sequence of actions. It helps the reader follow a process clearly.
中文: 在英文的指示或指南中,「Step + 數字」是組織動作順序的標準方式,這有助於讀者清晰地遵循流程。
EN: The word 'as' is used here as a conjunction to show that two actions are happening at the same time.
中文: 單字「as」在這裡作為連接詞,用來表示兩個動作同時發生。
He listens to music as he walks.
他走路時聽音樂。
EN: In many English-speaking countries, 'bus stop' refers to a designated place on a sidewalk where buses pick up and drop off passengers, often marked by a sign or a small shelter.
中文: 在許多英語系國家,「bus stop」(公車站)是指人行道上指定的上下車地點,通常標有指示牌或設有小型候車亭。
EN: Use 'anywhere' in negative sentences to mean 'not in any place'.
中文: 在否定句中使用「anywhere」來表示「任何地方都沒有」。
I can't find my keys anywhere.
我到處都找不到我的鑰匙。
EN: In English, 'I don't see' is often used instead of 'I can't find' when you are actively looking at a space and noticing the object's absence.
中文: 在英文中,當你正看著某個空間並發現東西不在那裡時,常用「I don't see」來代替「I can't find」。
EN: The verb 'keep' followed by a verb ending in '-ing' means to continue doing an action without stopping.
中文: 動詞「keep」後面接動詞「-ing」形式,表示持續進行某個動作而不停止。
Keep walking until you see the bank.
繼續走,直到你看到銀行為止。
EN: In English, 'Keep looking' is a common way to encourage someone who is frustrated while searching for something lost.
中文: 在英文中,「Keep looking」是鼓勵正在為找丟失物品而感到沮喪的人的常用語。
EN: The phrase 'get lucky' means to have something good happen by chance or to find something you were looking for.
中文: 短語「get lucky」意思是碰巧發生好事,或是幸運地找到正在尋找的東西。
If we get lucky, the rain will stop soon.
如果我們運氣好的話,雨很快就會停了。
EN: In English, 'get lucky' is a very common informal way to express hope when facing a difficult situation, like losing something valuable.
中文: 在英語中,「get lucky」是一個非常常用的非正式表達方式,用來在面對困難情況(如丟失貴重物品)時表達希望。
EN: Ordinal numbers are used to show the order or sequence of things. In English, 'Step' followed by a number is a common way to label a sequence.
中文: 序數用於表示事物的順序。在英語中,「Step」後面接數字是標記步驟序列的常用方式。
Step two is to open the box.
第二步是打開盒子。
EN: In English instructions, 'Step + Number' is the standard format for lists. When translating to Chinese, it is more natural to use the ordinal prefix '第' (dì).
中文: 在英文指令中,「Step + 數字」是清單的標準格式。翻譯成中文時,使用序數前綴「第」會更加自然。
EN: The verb 'start' can be followed by a verb ending in '-ing' (gerund) to show that an action is beginning.
中文: 動詞「start」(開始) 後面可以接動詞的 -ing 形式(動名詞),用來表示某個動作的開始。
He starts reading the book.
他開始讀這本書。
EN: In many Western countries, calling the bank immediately to cancel cards is the standard first step when a wallet is lost to prevent identity theft or fraud.
中文: 在許多西方國家,遺失錢包後的第一步通常是立即致電銀行註銷卡片,以防止身份盜用或信用卡詐騙。
EN: Use 'should' to give advice or suggestions. Adding 'probably' makes the suggestion sound softer and less bossy.
中文: 使用「should」來給予建議。加上「probably」(可能)可以讓語氣聽起來更委婉,不會顯得太強勢。
You should probably wear a coat.
你可能應該穿件外套。
EN: In Western countries, canceling lost bank cards immediately is a standard security procedure to prevent identity theft and unauthorized charges.
中文: 在西方國家,立即註銷遺失的銀行卡是標準的安全程序,以防止身份盜用和未經授權的扣款。
EN: The Present Continuous tense (be + verb-ing) is used to describe an action happening exactly at this moment.
中文: 現在進行式(be 動詞 + 動詞-ing)用來描述此時此刻正在發生的動作。
I am eating lunch right now.
我現在正在吃午餐。
EN: In modern times, banking and credit card management are primarily done through mobile apps for immediate security actions like freezing a lost card.
中文: 在現代,銀行和信用卡管理主要透過行動應用程式進行,以便在遺失卡片時能立即進行掛失等安全操作。
EN: Ordinal numbers are used to show the order or sequence of things. In English, 'Step' followed by a number is a common way to label a sequence.
中文: 序數用於表示事物的順序。在英語中,「Step」後面接數字是標記步驟序列的常用方法。
Step two.
第二步。
EN: In English instructions or guides, steps are often presented as 'Step + Number'. This is a standard way to organize a process into manageable parts.
中文: 在英文的指示或指南中,步驟通常以「Step + 數字」的形式呈現。這是將過程組織成易於處理的部分的標準方式。
EN: Use 'to' after the verb 'go' to indicate the destination or direction you are moving toward.
中文: 在動詞「go」之後使用「to」來表示你正前往的目的地或方向。
I go to the supermarket every Sunday.
我每個星期天都去超市。
EN: In many English-speaking countries, you go to a police station to file a 'Lost Property Report' for official documentation, which is often required for insurance or replacing government IDs.
中文: 在許多英語國家,你會去警察局提交「遺失物報告」以取得官方證明,這通常是辦理保險理賠或補發政府證件時所需要的。
EN: This is a fixed polite expression used to get someone's attention or to apologize for a small interruption.
中文: 這是一個固定的禮貌用語,用於引起他人的注意或為小小的打擾表示歉意。
Excuse me, where is the station?
不好意思,請問車站點在哪裡?
EN: In English-speaking cultures, 'Excuse me' is the standard way to approach a stranger or service worker. It is more polite than starting a conversation directly with a question.
中文: 在英語系國家,「Excuse me」是向陌生人或服務人員搭話的標準方式。這比直接開口問問題要禮貌得多。
EN: The phrase 'I'd like to' is a polite way to say 'I want to'. It is followed by the base form of a verb.
中文: 「I'd like to」是「I want to」的禮貌說法,後面接動詞原形,常用於正式場合或向他人提出請求。
I'd like to order a coffee.
我想點一杯咖啡。
EN: In English-speaking countries, when reporting something lost to the police, using 'I'd like to report...' is the standard, polite way to begin the conversation.
中文: 在英語系國家,向警方報失時,使用「I'd like to report...」是開始對話的標準且禮貌的方式。
EN: 'Okay' is an interjection used to express agreement, acceptance, or to show 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 recognized words globally. In a formal setting like a police station, it serves as a professional acknowledgment of a request.
中文: 「Okay」是全球最通用的詞彙之一。在警察局等正式場合,它被用作對請求的專業確認。
EN: The phrase 'need to' is used to express necessity or obligation, followed by the base form of a verb.
中文: 「need to」用於表達必要性或義務,後面接動詞原形。
You need to sign your name here.
你需要在此簽名。
EN: In English-speaking countries, 'fill out' and 'fill in' are both commonly used when talking about completing a form. 'Fill out' is more common in American English.
中文: 在英語系國家,'fill out' 和 'fill in' 在談論填寫表格時都很常用。'Fill out' 在美式英語中更為常見。
EN: Ordinal numbers are used to show the order or position of something in a sequence. In English, we often use 'Step' followed by a number to label stages in a process.
中文: 序數用於表示序列中某事物的順序或位置。在英語中,我們經常在「Step」後面加上數字,用來標記流程中的各個階段。
Step ten.
第十步。
EN: In English instructions or guides, 'Step' followed by a number is the standard way to organize a chronological list of actions.
中文: 在英文的指示或指南中,使用「Step」加上數字是組織按時間順序排列的行動清單的標準方式。
EN: The past tense ending '-ed' is used to show that an action happened in the past and is now finished.
中文: 動詞字尾加上「-ed」用來表示動作發生在過去,且現在已經結束了。
We walked to the park yesterday.
我們昨天走路去公園。
EN: Use 'must' followed by a base verb to express a strong necessity or obligation.
中文: 使用「must」後接動詞原形,用來表達強烈的必要性或義務。
I must finish my homework tonight.
我今晚必須完成我的作業。
EN: In many countries, losing a driver's license is a significant inconvenience because it serves as a primary form of government-issued photo identification.
中文: 在許多國家,遺失駕照是非常麻煩的事情,因為它是政府核發的主要身分證明文件之一。
EN: Using an '-ing' word (Gerund) as the subject of a sentence to talk about an activity or action.
中文: 使用「-ing」動詞(動名詞)作為句子的主詞,用來描述某種活動或行為。
Learning English is interesting.
學習英文很有趣。
EN: In English, saying something 'is not fun' is a common understatement used to mean that a situation is very stressful, difficult, or annoying.
中文: 在英文中,說某事「is not fun」(不好玩)是一種常見的委婉說法,實際上是指該情況非常令人壓力大、困難或煩人。
重要單字附有 IPA 發音、定義、例句和互動式測驗。
在本文中: 遺失的、找不到的
在本文中: 櫃檯
在本文中: 店員、辦事員
在本文中: 聯絡、聯繫
在本文中: 取消、作廢(此指掛失)
在本文中: 報案、申報
在本文中: 表格
在本文中: 文件、證件
片語包含類型標示、雙語定義、用法說明和例句。
To recall or reflect on something that happened in the past.
回想、追憶
To give something to someone in authority, often something found or lost.
上交、交還
To complete a form by writing the required information.
填寫(表格)
To have good luck or a fortunate outcome.
碰碰運氣、走運
To take action to solve a problem or handle a situation.
處理、應付