B: I can let you have a room in the new wing.
A: What,s the daily rate?
B: $60.00 a night.
A: Could you show me something less expensive?
B: Yes, of course. Right this way, please.
15. At a Bank
在银行
Banking hours are usually from 9∶00 to 3∶00, Monday to Friday. Sometimes you can,t get service in a bank unless you have an account there.
1. A: I,d like to change these pesos, please.
B: How do you want them?
A: It doesn,t make any difference.
B: Did you want anything else?
A: Yes, I,d like to open an account.
2. A: Would you cash these travelers checks, please?
B: How would you like them?
A: In ten dollar bill, please.
B: Is there anything else?
A: Yes, I,d like to know how to send money to France.
3. A: Could I change these pounds for dollars, please?
B: Do you want small bills or large?
A: It doesn,t matter.
B: Do you want anything else?
A: Yes, I,d like to know the exchange rate for yen.
4. A: Could you change these for me, please?
B: What would you like?
A: Twenties and some smaller bills, please.
B: Anything else?
A: Yes. Could you tell me my balance? Here,s my account number.
16. In a Post Office
在邮局
Every mailing address in the United States has a “ZIP code” which should be used whenever possible. Post offices are generally open from 8∶30 to 5∶00 from Monday to Friday and until noon on Saturday.
美国每一个通信地址都编有邮政号码, 应该尽量加以利用。邮局的营业时间一般是星期一到星期五的上午8点半至下午5点半,星期六只营业至中午。
1. A: How much is an airmail letter to Japan?
B: I,ll have to check. Can I help you with anything else?
A: I,d like a 20 cent stamp, please.
B: There you are.
2. A: Could you tell me how much it would cost to send this to France by regular mail?
B: I,ll look it up. Is there anything else?
A: Yes. I,d like five airmail stamps.
B: Here you are.
3. A: How much would a post card to Brazil be?
B: Let me check for you. Do you need anything else?
A: Yes. I,d like a book of 20 cent stamps, please.
B: Here you are.
4. A: How much more would it cost to send this special delivery?
B: Just a second. I,ll have to check that? Anything else I can do for you?
A: Yes. I,d like to send a $20.00 money order.
B: There you go.
17. Getting a Haircut
理发
Many barber shops or hair stylists now cut both men,s and women,s hair. Prices vary considerably and it,s sometimes necessary to make an appointment.
许多专理男发或女发的理发店现在男女发均理,理发的价格相差很大,而且有时候理发还需预约。
1. A: How do you want it?
B: Cut it short all over.
A: Would you like it washed?
B: No, thank you. It,s OK.
2. A: How would you like it?
B: Trim the back, but leave it long on the sides, please.
A: Do you want a shampoo?
B: No, thanks.
3. A: How would you like me to cut it?
B: Just a trim, please.
A: Do you want it thinned?
B: No, I don,t think so, thanks.
4. A: What do you want me to do?
B: Not too much off, please.
A: Do you want a conditioner?
B: No, that,s fine, thanks.
18. Shopping
购物
Clothing sizes are measured differently in the United States from the way they,re measured in countries where the metric system is used.
美国服装尺寸的量法和使用公制单位的国家不一样。
1. A: Are you being helped?
B: No. What do you have in brown suede jackets, size 40?
A: The closest I have is a 38.
B: Do you think you,ll be getting any more in?
A: No, but they might have them at our other store.
2. A: Is anybody waiting on you?
B: No. I,m trying to find a green sweater in extra large.
B: We have your size, but not in that color.
A: Can you order one for me?
B: Certainly. Just give me your name and address.
3. A: Is somebody taking care of you?
B: No. I,d like a longsleeved shirt in yellow, medium.
A: I think we,re out of your size.
B: Well, can you get me one?
A: I think so. Check back next week.
4. A: Is anyone helping you?
B: No. I,m looking for a navy blue raincoat, size 36.
A: I,m afraid we don,t have any left.
B: Will you be getting more in?
A: Yes. Try us again next Monday.
19. Buying Theater Tickets
买戏票
Going to the theater is very popular and shows are often sold out far in advance. It is a good idea to buy your tickets in advance if you want to see a particular show. It is not necessary to tip the person who shows you to your seat in a theater.
人们很喜欢看戏,而且戏票常常是很早就预售一空。 如果你想看某一场演出,最好是提前买票。没有必要给剧院领座的人付小费。
1. A: I,d like to reserve two seats for tomorrow night.
B: Would you like orchestra seats?
A: Isn,t there anything less expensive?
B: Not unless you want the matinee.
2. A: Can I still get tickets for tonight,s performance?
B: The front balcony is still available.
A: Aren,t there any other seats?
B: No, I,m afraid that,s it.
3. A: Are there any seats left for Saturday night?
B: I still have a few seats in the mezzanine.
A: I suppose there,s nothing cheaper, is there?
B: No. Nothing. I,m sorry.
4. A: Is there anything available for tonight?
B: There are some seats in the rear mezzanine.
A: Isn,t there anything else available?
B: No, the show is almost sold out.
20. Sports
运动