歡慶父親節 爸爸辛苦了! A Day for Dads (上) 【本篇為全程英文講解】

Tim’s got his flaws, but he is essentially a nice guy.
提姆是有他的缺點，但他本質上是個好人。

We are essentially concerned with ending the conflict, not with discovering who started it.
基本上我們關心的是化解這場衝突，而不是探究是誰先引起的。

The men made preparations for the explosion of the dynamite.
這些人正準備引爆炸藥。

The speaker’s controversial comments prompted an explosion of anger from the crowd.
這名講者具爭議性的言論引發眾怒。

It has long been a tradition for the Chinese to set off firecrackers in celebration of the Lunar New Year.
中國人長久以來就有放鞭炮慶祝農曆新年的傳統。

The new mural was a celebration of the city's diverse culture.
那幅新壁畫頌揚著這座城市多元的文化。

Cultural celebrations help preserve traditions across changing times.
文化慶祝活動有助於在變遷的時代中保存傳統。

There was no recognition in my old friend’s eyes when he saw me.
我的老友見到我時沒有認出我來。

The scholar has won international recognition for his great findings.
這位學者的重大發現獲得了國際認可。
 

The test checks students' word recognition skills.
這項測驗確認學生的單字辨認能力。

They are going to launch a campaign against corruption.
他們準備要發起肅貪運動。

These groups campaigned against child abuse.
這些團體展開對抗虐童的活動。

How many siblings do you have?
你有幾個兄弟姊妹?

The latest bus timetable can be obtained at the tourist center.
最新的公車時刻表可在遊客中心索取。

Gail obtained a rare book from an old bookstore.
蓋兒從一家舊書店獲得了一本稀有的書。

Have you observed any changes in Sam’s behavior?
你觀察到山姆的行為有所改變嗎？

A good citizen should always observe the law.
好國民應始終守法。

A good citizen should always abide by the law.
好國民應始終守法。

A good citizen should always comply with the law.
好國民應始終守法。

The American colonies declared independence in 1776. 
美洲殖民地於 1776 年宣布獨立。

The suspect declared that he was innocent. 
該嫌犯宣稱他是無辜的。

 The official designated his aide to act for him at the conference.
這位官員指派助手代理他出席該會議。

Mr. Johnson has been designated (as) chairman of the campaign's fundraising activities.
強森先生已被指派為競選募款活動的主席。

In the UK, several parts of the countryside have been designated (as) Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
在英國，一些鄉村地區被指定為「傑出自然風景區」。

I really appreciate this opportunity to speak to you.
我很感激能有機會跟諸位說幾句話。

I really appreciate having this opportunity to speak
to you.
我很感激能有機會跟諸位說幾句話。

I really appreciate your help.
我很感激你的幫忙。

I’m thankful for your help.
我很感激你的幫忙。

I’m grateful for your help.
我很感激你的幫忙。

John’s abilities were not fully appreciated by his
employer.
約翰的能力並未受到僱主充分賞識。

The US dollar keeps depreciating, while the Euro
keeps appreciating.
美元持續貶值，而歐元則持續升值。

Neither boy is foolish.
2 個男孩都不笨。

Neither you nor I am wrong.
你沒錯，我也沒錯。

The police car slowed down and pulled
up alongside the curb.
這輛警車放慢速度，並緊靠路邊停了下來。

The police car slowed down and pulled up alongside of the curb.
這輛警車放慢速度，並緊靠路邊停了下來。

A black limousine drew up alongside, and a man wearing a black suit and a pair of sunglasses stepped out.
一臺黑色禮車靠邊停下，一名身穿黑色西裝、帶著太陽眼鏡的男子走下車來。

Reverend Lewis preached a sermon on love and 
compassion. 
路易斯牧師就愛與同情心這個主題布道。

 After dropping the cup and breaking it, Tiffany had 
to listen to a sermon from her mother about being 
careful.
蒂芬妮不小心把杯子打碎，只好聽她母親說教，訓她要小心
才是。