Discussion about Future Lending
During the return, the conversation naturally shifts to the possibility of borrowing or lending similar items in the future, or the lender mentions other things they might need.
在归还过程中，对话自然转向未来借用或出借类似物品的可能性，或者出借者提及他们可能需要的其他物品。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
borrow
To borrow means to take something from someone temporarily with the promise to return it later. It's useful in social situations like asking friends for help.
借用意味着从某人那里暂时拿走某物，并承诺以后归还。它在像向朋友求助这样的社交情境中很有用。
handy
Handy means useful or convenient, especially for a specific task. Use it to describe tools or items that help in daily activities.
Handy 意为有用或方便，尤其是针对特定任务。用来描述有助于日常活动的工具或物品。
hesitate
To hesitate means to pause or be unwilling before doing something. In offers, 'don't hesitate to ask' encourages someone to request help freely.
犹豫意味着在做某事之前停顿或不愿意。在提议中，“不要犹豫去问”鼓励某人自由地请求帮助。
advice
Advice is helpful suggestions or information about what to do. It's common to offer advice on purchases like tools to show friendliness.
建议是有助于决定该做什么的建议或信息。在购买工具等物品时提供建议是表达友好的常见方式。
ladder
A ladder is a portable frame with steps for climbing to reach high places. Useful vocabulary for home improvement talks.
梯子是一种便携式框架，带有台阶，用于攀爬以到达高处。房屋改进讨论中有用的词汇。
lifesaver
Lifesaver is an informal way to say someone is extremely helpful, like saving you from a problem. Use it to express strong gratitude.
Lifesaver 是一种非正式的说法，表示某人极其有用，就像从问题中拯救你一样。用它来表达强烈的感激。
anytime
Anytime means at any time or whenever you want. It's a polite way to say you're always available for help.
随时意味着任何时间或你想要的时候。这是礼貌地说你随时准备提供帮助。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
Thanks again for letting me borrow your power drill last weekend, it was super helpful!
This sentence expresses repeated gratitude for borrowing an item and explains why it was useful. Use it when returning something to show appreciation; 'super helpful' is informal emphasis.
这个句子表达了对借用物品的反复感激，并解释了它为什么有用。在归还物品时使用它来表达感激；'super helpful'是非正式的强调。
No problem at all! Glad it came in handy.
A casual response to thanks, meaning it's not a burden. 'Came in handy' is an idiom for being useful when needed; great for friendly replies.
对感谢的随意回应，意思是这不是负担。“Came in handy”是习语，表示在需要时很有用；适合友好的回复。
If you ever need one again before you get your own, don't hesitate to ask.
This offers future help politely. 'Don't hesitate to ask' encourages requests without feeling shy; useful in building neighborly relationships.
这礼貌地提供未来的帮助。‘不要犹豫，尽管问’鼓励请求而不感到害羞；有助于建立邻里关系。
Do you happen to have a ladder?
A polite way to ask if someone possesses something. 'Happen to' softens the question, making it less direct; ideal for borrowing requests.
询问某人是否拥有某物的礼貌方式。'Happen to' 使问题柔和化，不那么直接；非常适合借用请求。
As a matter of fact, I do!
This confirms possession positively. 'As a matter of fact' adds emphasis and surprise; use it to respond affirmatively in conversations.
这以积极方式确认所有权。“As a matter of fact”增添了强调和惊讶；在对话中用它来肯定回应。
You're a lifesaver.
An idiomatic expression of deep thanks for big help. It's informal and emotional; say it when someone's assistance solves a major issue.
一种对重大帮助的深切感谢的习语表达。它是非正式的和情感的；当某人的帮助解决了一个重大问题时说。
Anytime! Just text me.
A friendly way to say you're available anytime and specify contact method. Use it to end offers of help warmly.
一种友好的方式，表示你随时可用并指定联系方式。用它来温暖地结束帮助的提议。