情景对话：Giving Compliments 赞美 Apologizing 道歉

最有意思的地方在于每个段落都有5句话，这5句话的四种表达相映成趣。我想这就是语言的魅力。

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

1.A: 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.

 

2.A: 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.

 

3.A: 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!

 

4.A: 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.

 

 

 

下面部分是道歉，同一意思的不同表达，如果我们也能运用自如，不再呆板，那该多好。

Sometimes it is necessary to tell someone bad news gently.

1.A: 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.

 

2.A: 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.

 

3.A: 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.

 

4.A: 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.