Giving Directions to a Tourist
A local is approached by a tourist who asks for directions to a popular attraction or a specific type of establishment (e.g., a good restaurant, a museum).
一位当地人被一位游客搭讪，游客询问前往热门景点或特定类型场所（例如，一家好餐厅，一个博物馆）的路线。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
lost
Feeling confused about your location or direction; often used when you can't find your way in a new place.
对自己的位置或方向感到困惑；常用于在新地方找不到路时。
excuse me
A polite phrase to get someone's attention before asking a question, like starting a conversation with a stranger.
一种礼貌的短语，用于在提问前吸引某人的注意，例如与陌生人开始对话。
certainly
Means 'yes, of course' or 'no problem'; used to politely agree to help or answer.
意思是“是的，当然”或“没问题”；用于礼貌地同意提供帮助或回答。
prefer
To like one option more than another; helpful for expressing choices, like in travel plans.
比另一个选项更喜欢一个选项；有助于表达选择，例如在旅行计划中。
straight
Going directly ahead without turning; a common direction word in navigation.
不转弯，直接向前走；航行中常见的指示方向的词。
blocks
In cities, a short distance between two streets; used to measure walking routes, like 'two blocks away'.
在城市中，两条街道之间的短距离；用于测量步行路线，比如‘两个街区远’。
intersection
A place where two or more roads cross; important for giving directions at busy city spots.
两条或多条道路交叉的地方；对于在繁忙的城市地点提供方向很重要。
turn left
To change direction by going to the left; a basic command in giving or following directions.
向左转弯改变方向；在给出或遵循方向时的基本命令。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
Excuse me, I'm a bit lost. Could you tell me how to get to the Art Museum from here?
This is a polite way to ask for directions; 'I'm a bit lost' shows you're confused, and 'how to get to' is a common phrase for routes. Use it when approaching strangers for help.
这是询问路线的礼貌方式；‘我有点迷路了’表示你感到困惑，‘怎么去’是路线常用短语。在向陌生人求助时使用。
Certainly! The Art Museum is actually not too far from here.
A friendly response to offer help; 'certainly' means 'yes', and 'not too far' reassures the person. Useful for locals giving directions to make the other feel comfortable.
一种友好的回应，提供帮助；'certainly' 意思是 '是的'，'not too far' 安慰对方。对于当地人提供方向时，让对方感到舒适很有用。
I'd prefer to walk, if it's not too long.
Expresses a preference with 'I'd prefer to' (I would prefer to), and a condition with 'if'; great for discussing travel options like walking vs. transport.
用 'I'd prefer to'（我更愿意）表达偏好，并用 'if' 添加条件；非常适合讨论像走路 vs. 交通工具这样的旅行选项。
Go straight down this street for about two blocks.
A clear direction command; 'go straight' means no turns, and 'for about two blocks' gives distance. Use this pattern to describe simple paths in cities.
一个清晰的方向指令；'直走'意味着不转弯，'大约两个街区'给出距离。使用此模式描述城市中的简单路径。
You'll pass a large park on your left.
Uses future 'you'll pass' to describe what happens next; 'on your left' specifies side. Helpful for landmarks to help someone recognize the route.
使用将来时 'you'll pass' 来描述接下来发生的事； 'on your left' 指定了侧面。有助于地标，帮助某人识别路线。
Turn left there onto Main Street.
Direct instruction with 'turn left' and 'onto' for entering a street; 'there' points to the spot. Essential for step-by-step directions at turns.
使用“turn left”和“onto”进入街道的直接指示；“there”指向该地点。在转弯处的逐步指示中必不可少。
The Art Museum will be on your right side.
Describes the destination location with 'will be' for future arrival; 'on your right side' clarifies position. Use to end directions by identifying the place.
使用 'will be' 描述目的地位置，表示未来的到达；'on your right side' 明确位置。用于通过识别地点结束方向指示。
Thank you so much for your help!
A polite way to show gratitude; 'so much' emphasizes thanks. Always use after receiving help to be courteous in English conversations.
表达感激的礼貌方式；'so much' 强调感谢。在收到帮助后，总是使用它来在英语对话中保持礼貌。