Logistics & Supplies Check
The host and guests discuss practical matters such as available kitchen space, serving dishes, utensils, napkins, and if anyone needs to bring extra ice or drinks.
主人和客人们讨论实际问题，如厨房空间、盛菜盘子、餐具、餐巾纸以及是否有人需要带额外的冰块或饮料。
对话
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词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
logistics
Logistics refers to the practical details of organizing an event, like planning supplies and space. In this dialogue, it's used to talk about the behind-the-scenes planning for a potluck dinner.
后勤指的是组织活动时的实际细节，比如规划物资和空间。在这个对话中，它用于谈论自带菜肴聚餐的幕后规划。
serving dishes
Serving dishes are large bowls or plates used to present food at a meal for multiple people. They're important in potlucks to share dishes without using personal plates.
盛菜盘是用于在多人就餐时呈现食物的较大碗或盘子。在potluck中，它们对于分享菜肴而无需使用个人盘子非常重要。
platters
Platters are flat, large trays for serving food like meats or salads. They're useful in group meals to display and portion out items easily.
大盘是平坦的大型托盘，用于盛放食物如肉类或沙拉。在团体用餐中，它们有助于轻松展示和分份物品。
counter space
Counter space means the available flat surface on kitchen counters for preparing or placing food. In planning events, checking this ensures enough room for all dishes.
操作台空间指的是厨房操作台上可用于准备或放置食物的平坦可用表面。在规划活动时，检查这一点可以确保所有菜肴有足够的放置空间。
reheating
Reheating is the process of warming up food that's already cooked, often using an oven or microwave. It's common in potlucks when dishes arrive cold.
再加热是将已经煮熟的食物加热的过程，通常使用烤箱或微波炉。在potluck聚餐中，当菜肴冷到时很常见。
chip in
Chip in is an informal idiom meaning to contribute or help with something, like bringing supplies. It's useful in group planning to offer support casually.
Chip in 是一个非正式习语，意思是贡献或帮助某事，比如带来补给。它在团体规划中很有用，可以随意提供支持。
recap
Recap means to summarize or review the main points discussed. It's a practical word for ending meetings or plans by repeating key assignments.
回顾意味着总结或回顾讨论的主要要点。它是一个实用的词，用于通过重复关键任务来结束会议或计划。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
Alright everyone, before we finalize the menu, let's just go over some of the logistics.
This sentence uses 'let's' to suggest a group action, and 'go over' means to review or discuss. It's useful for starting practical discussions in planning events, showing polite leadership.
这个句子使用 'let's' 来建议集体行动，'go over' 意思是回顾或讨论。它在规划活动时用于开启实际讨论，显示出礼貌的领导力。
I can bring a few extra large serving bowls and platters if needed.
This offers help with 'I can' for ability, and 'if needed' adds condition. It's a common way to volunteer items in group events, emphasizing flexibility.
这提供了使用‘I can’表示能力的帮助，‘if needed’添加了条件。这是团体活动中志愿提供物品的常见方式，强调灵活性。
That's a good point, Emily.
This is a simple agreement phrase using 'that's a good point' to acknowledge an idea positively. Use it in conversations to show respect and encourage further talk without arguing.
这是一个使用 'that's a good point' 来积极承认想法的简单同意短语。在对话中使用它来显示尊重并鼓励进一步讨论，而不争论。
I'll clear off the island and the dining room buffet so we have maximum surface area.
Here, 'clear off' means to remove items from a surface, and 'so' explains purpose. It's practical for describing preparations, helping in coordinating shared spaces.
这里，'clear off' 意思是从表面移除物品，'so' 是解释目的。它很实用，用于描述准备工作，帮助协调共享空间。
I can chip in with some napkins and paper towels.
'Chip in' is an idiom for contributing, and this sentence offers specific help. Use it in casual group settings to divide tasks equally and build teamwork.
‘Chip in’ 是一个表示贡献的习语，这个句子提供具体的帮助。在休闲团体场合中使用它来平等分担任务并建立团队合作。
So, to recap: John, serving dishes; Michael, ice and drinks; and John, napkins and paper towels.
'To recap' introduces a summary, followed by a list for clarity. This pattern is great for confirming assignments at the end of discussions to avoid confusion.
'总结一下' 引入一个摘要，后面跟着一个列表以求清晰。这个模式非常适合在讨论结束时确认分配任务，以避免混淆。
Sounds pretty comprehensive to me! I think we're all set on the logistics front.
'Sounds comprehensive' means it covers everything well, and 'all set' means ready. Use this to positively close a planning talk, showing agreement and completion.
'Sounds comprehensive' 意思是覆盖得很好，'all set' 意思是准备好了。用这个来积极地结束规划讨论，显示同意和完成。