Apartment Viewing
A person is visiting a potential apartment or house with the landlord or agent, asking questions about the property's condition, utilities, and neighborhood.
一个人正在和房东或中介一起参观一套潜在的公寓或房屋，询问关于房产状况、水电费和周边社区的问题。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
spacious
Means having a lot of space inside, like a roomy apartment. Use it when describing living spaces you like, e.g., 'This room is spacious.'
意味着内部有很多空间，像一个宽敞的公寓。用于描述你喜欢的居住空间，例如'这个房间很宽敞。'
utilities
Refers to services like water, electricity, and gas in a home. In renting, ask about utilities to know what costs extra.
指住宅中的水、电和煤气等服务。在租房时，询问公用事业费用以了解哪些是额外成本。
rent
The money paid to live in a place you don't own. It's common to discuss what the rent includes or excludes.
用于居住在非本人拥有的地方而支付的钱。通常会讨论租金包含或不包含哪些项目。
neighborhood
The area around your home, including nearby shops and people. Ask about it to check if it's safe and convenient.
你家周围的区域，包括附近的商店和居民。询问相关信息，以检查其是否安全和便利。
quiet
Means not noisy, peaceful. People often want a quiet neighborhood for better living, especially at night.
意思是不吵闹的，和平的。人们通常希望有一个安静的社区来获得更好的生活，尤其是晚上。
grocery store
A shop where you buy food and household items. Distance to it is important for daily convenience.
一家出售食物和家居用品的商店。到它的距离对日常便利很重要。
pets
Animals kept as companions, like cats or dogs. In renting, check if pets are allowed to avoid problems.
作为伴侣饲养的动物，如猫或狗。在租房时，检查是否允许宠物以避免问题。
lease agreement
A legal contract for renting a place, outlining rules and fees. It's important to read it carefully before signing.
一份用于租用房屋的法律合同，概述规则和费用。在签署前仔细阅读非常重要。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
What are your initial thoughts?
This is a polite way to ask for someone's first opinion. Use it in viewings or meetings to start a conversation. 'Initial' means first or early.
这是询问某人最初意见的礼貌方式。在参观或会议中使用它来开启对话。'Initial' 意为第一个或早期的。
Can you tell me a bit about the utilities? What's typically included in the rent?
This asks for details on services and costs. 'Typically' means usually; it's useful for clarifying expenses. Use questions like this when negotiating rent.
这是在询问服务和费用的细节。“Typically”意思是通常；这有助于澄清费用。在谈判租金时使用这样的问题。
The rent includes water, trash, and basic internet.
This lists what's covered in the payment. 'Includes' shows inclusion; practice listing items with 'and' for smooth speech in explanations.
这列出了支付中覆盖的内容。'Includes' 表示包含；练习在解释中使用 'and' 列出项目，以实现流畅的表达。
What about the neighborhood? Is it generally quiet?
This inquires about the area. 'What about' introduces a new topic; 'generally' means usually. Great for asking about living conditions.
这是询问地区的。'What about'引入新话题；'generally'意思是通常。非常适合询问生活条件。
Are pets allowed?
A direct yes/no question about rules. Use simple questions like this for quick clarifications. 'Allowed' means permitted.
一个关于规则的直接是/否问题。使用像这样的简单问题来进行快速澄清。'Allowed' 意思是允许的。
I'll definitely consider this one.
This expresses interest without committing. 'Definitely' means certainly; use it to show positive feelings politely when deciding on options.
这表达了兴趣但不承诺。'Definitely' 意思是肯定；用它来礼貌地表达积极情感，当决定选项时。