Applying for a Library Card
A new visitor arrives at the library and needs to apply for a library card to borrow books and access services. They will interact with library staff at the reception desk.
新访客来到图书馆，需要办理图书证才能借阅书籍和使用服务。他们将与图书馆前台工作人员互动。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
apply for
To officially request something, like a card or permission. Use this when you want to get something from an organization, such as 'apply for a job' or 'apply for a visa'.
正式请求某物，例如卡片或许可。当你想从组织那里获得某物时使用此短语，例如 'apply for a job' 或 'apply for a visa'。
valid ID
An official identification document that is current and acceptable. In libraries or banks, you need this to prove who you are and where you live.
一种当前有效且可接受的官方身份证明文件。在图书馆或银行，你需要这个来证明你是谁以及你住在哪里。
driver's license
A government-issued card that allows you to drive and serves as photo ID. It's commonly used for identification in places like libraries.
政府颁发的卡片，允许您驾驶，并作为带照片的身份证件。它通常用于图书馆等地方的身份识别。
utility bill
A bill for services like electricity, water, or gas. It's used to prove your address because it shows your name and home location.
电、水或煤气等服务的账单。它用于证明您的地址，因为它显示了您的姓名和家庭位置。
application form
A document you fill out with your personal information to request something. In this context, it's for getting a library card.
一份您填写个人信息的文件，用于请求某事。在这种情况下，它用于获取图书馆卡。
fill out
To complete a form by writing required information. It's a common phrase for paperwork, like 'fill out a survey'.
通过书写所需信息来完成表格。这是一个常见的用于文书工作的短语，比如'填写调查问卷'。
borrowing limits
The rules on how many items you can take from the library and for how long. This helps you understand what you can borrow.
关于您可以从图书馆借出多少物品以及借用多长时间的规则。这有助于您了解可以借阅什么。
fee
The money you pay for a service. In libraries, it might be for late returns, but here the card is free.
你为服务支付的钱。在图书馆，它可能是针对逾期归还的，但这里的卡是免费的。
residents
People who live in a specific area, like a city or town. Many free services, like library cards, are available to local residents.
居住在特定区域的人，例如城市或城镇。许多免费服务，如图书馆卡，可供当地居民使用。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
I'd like to apply for a library card, please.
This is a polite way to request a service. 'I'd like to' is a formal expression for making requests. Use it when starting a conversation at a public place like a library to sound courteous.
这是礼貌地请求服务的一种方式。'I'd like to' 是正式地提出请求的表达方式。在公共场所如图书馆开始对话时使用它，以听起来有礼貌。
Do you have a valid ID with your current address?
A yes/no question asking for proof of identity and residence. It's useful for staff to verify eligibility. The structure 'Do you have...?' is common for checking requirements.
一个询问身份和居住地证明的“是/否”问题。它有助于工作人员验证资格。“Do you have...?”结构常用于检查要求。
Please fill out this application form. It will just take a few minutes.
An instruction to complete paperwork, with reassurance about time. 'Fill out' is key phrasal verb here. Use this when guiding someone through a simple process to make it feel easy.
完成文书工作的指示，带有时间上的安慰。这里‘Fill out’是关键短语动词。在指导某人完成简单过程时使用此句，以使其感觉容易。
While I'm filling this out, can I ask about borrowing limits?
This shows multitasking and polite inquiry. 'While I'm doing...' connects actions, and 'can I ask...?' is a soft way to get information. Useful for asking questions during a task.
这展示了多任务处理和礼貌询问。'While I'm doing...' 连接了动作，'can I ask...?' 是获取信息的一种温和方式。有助于在任务中提出问题。
Standard adult cards allow you to borrow up to 20 items for three weeks.
Explains rules clearly. 'Allow you to' means permission to do something, and 'up to' indicates a maximum. This sentence pattern is great for describing limits in services like libraries.
清楚解释规则。'Allow you to' 表示允许做某事，'up to' 表示最大值。这种句型非常适合描述图书馆等服务的限制。
And is there a fee for the card?
A follow-up question about cost. Starting with 'And' connects to previous talk naturally. Use this to inquire about prices politely in any service situation.
关于费用的后续问题。以'And'开头可以自然连接到之前的对话。在任何服务情况下，使用这个来礼貌地询问价格。
No, it's completely free for residents.
A direct negative response with explanation. 'Completely free' emphasizes no cost. This is useful for customer service replies, highlighting benefits for locals.
带解释的直接否定回应。“完全免费”强调零成本。这在客服回复中很有用，突出本地人的好处。
Thanks for your help.
A simple expression of gratitude. It's a common closing phrase in interactions. Use it at the end of helpful conversations to show appreciation.
一种简单的感谢表达。它是互动中常见的结束语。在有帮助的对话结束时使用，以示感谢。