Mutual Clarification & Empathy
Both parties engage in a back-and-forth exchange, clarifying points, acknowledging each other's feelings, and expressing empathy to fully grasp the other's intentions and perspective.
双方进行来回交流，澄清要点，承认彼此的感受，并表达共情，以充分理解对方的意图和视角。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
brushed off
To ignore or dismiss someone rudely, like not paying attention to their feelings. Useful when describing feeling ignored in conversations.
粗鲁地忽略或打发某人，比如不注意他们的感受。在描述对话中被忽略的感觉时很有用。
impression
The feeling or idea that something gives you. In this context, it means the sense or perception someone has about a situation.
某事给你的感觉或想法。在这种语境中，它指的是某人对情况的感觉或感知。
intend
To plan or mean to do something. Often used to explain true intentions, like 'I didn't intend to hurt you.'
计划或打算做某事。通常用于解释真正的意图，例如“我并不是有意伤害你。”
deflated
Feeling discouraged or less confident after something negative happens. Common in emotional situations to express disappointment.
在负面事件发生后感到沮丧或信心减弱。在情感情境中常用以表达失望。
preoccupied
Thinking about something else so much that you can't focus on the present. Useful for explaining why you might seem distracted.
对其他事情想得太多，以至于无法专注于当下。有助于解释为什么你看起来心不在焉。
feasibility
Whether something is possible or practical to do. Often used in work or project discussions to talk about realism.
某事是否可能或实际可行。通常用于工作或项目讨论中谈论现实性。
iron out
To solve or fix problems, like smoothing out wrinkles. Idiomatic expression for resolving issues before moving forward.
解决或修复问题，就像熨平皱褶一样。在前进之前解决问题的习语表达。
mindful
Being careful and aware of something. Used to promise better attention in the future, like 'I'll be more mindful of your feelings.'
对某事小心并有意识。用于承诺将来更注意，比如 '我会更注意你的感受。'
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
Hey Michael, can we talk for a minute about something that's been on my mind?
This is a polite way to start a serious conversation. 'On my mind' means something you're thinking about a lot. Useful for initiating discussions without sounding aggressive; uses a question form for softness.
这是开始严肃对话的一种礼貌方式。'On my mind' 意思是你想了很多的东西。用在不显得咄咄逼人的情况下启动讨论；使用疑问句形式以示柔和。
I'm sorry if I gave that impression.
An apology for unintentionally causing a misunderstanding. 'Gave that impression' means created a certain feeling. Great for 'I' statements in conflicts, focusing on your actions rather than blaming others.
对无意中造成误解的道歉。'Gave that impression' 意思是创造了一种特定的感觉。在冲突中使用“我”语句时很棒，关注自己的行为而不是责备他人。
I understand why you'd feel that way.
Shows empathy by acknowledging the other person's emotions. 'You'd feel' is conditional for hypothetical situations. Essential for active listening in resolving misunderstandings.
通过承认对方的情绪来显示同理心。'You'd feel' 是用于假设情况的条件式。在解决误解的主动倾听中必不可少。
I totally value your input.
Expresses appreciation for someone's opinion or contribution. 'Totally' adds emphasis like 'completely.' Useful in professional or personal settings to reassure and build trust.
表达对某人意见或贡献的欣赏。「Totally」添加了像「完全」这样的强调。在专业或个人环境中用于安慰并建立信任。
I should have said something like...
Admits a mistake and suggests a better alternative. Past modal 'should have' for regrets. Helps in apologies by showing what you could do differently next time.
承认错误并建议更好的替代方案。用于表达遗憾的过去情态动词 'should have'。通过展示下次可以做不同的方式来帮助道歉。
Communication is key.
A common proverb meaning good talking is essential for relationships. 'Key' here means most important. Short and memorable; use it to end discussions positively.
一个常见的谚语，意思是良好的沟通对关系至关重要。这里 'Key' 意为最重要。简短且易记；用它来积极结束讨论。
I'll be more mindful next time.
Promises to pay better attention in the future. Future tense with 'will' for commitments. Practical for closing conflicts on a positive, proactive note.
承诺将来更注意。使用 'will' 的将来时表示承诺。实用，用于以积极、主动的方式结束冲突。