Approaching & Requesting Hold
You are rushing towards the elevator, and someone inside notices you and holds the door. You might say 'Can you hold that?' or just 'Thanks!' as you approach.
你正冲向电梯，里面的人注意到你并按住了门。你可能会在接近时说“能等一下吗？”或只是“谢谢！”
对话
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词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
hold
To hold something means to keep it open or in place. In this context, 'hold the door' means to press the button to keep the elevator door from closing so someone can enter.
hold something 意思是保持它打开或固定在原位。在这个语境中，'hold the door' 意思是按下按钮以防止电梯门关闭，让别人能进来。
possibly
Possibly is used to make a polite request, similar to 'if possible.' It softens the question to sound more courteous, like asking nicely without demanding.
Possibly 用于提出礼貌请求，类似于“如果可能”。它使问题听起来更礼貌，像是在不强求的情况下友好地询问。
second
Here, 'second' means a very short time, like one moment. It's common in requests to ask for a brief delay, as in 'wait just a second.'
在这里，'second' 意思是非常短的时间，比如一瞬间。在请求短暂延迟时很常见，比如 'wait just a second'。
appreciate
To appreciate means to be grateful for someone's help or kindness. It's a polite way to express thanks, often used in formal or sincere situations.
感激意味着对某人的帮助或善意感到感恩。这是一种礼貌的表达感谢的方式，常用于正式或真诚的场合。
anytime
Anytime means 'at any time' or 'you're welcome anytime.' It's a casual response to thanks, showing the help was no big deal and offered willingly.
Anytime 的意思是 '随时' 或 '随时欢迎'。它是针对感谢的随意回应，表明帮助不是什么大事，并且是自愿提供的。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
Oh, can you possibly hold that for just a second?
This is a polite request to keep the elevator door open briefly. Use it when you're approaching quickly and need a moment. The structure uses 'can you' for asking permission, with 'possibly' and 'just a second' to make it softer and less demanding. It's useful in everyday courtesy situations like elevators or doors.
这是一个礼貌的请求，让别人短暂地保持电梯门打开。当你快速靠近并需要一点时间时使用它。结构使用 'can you' 来请求许可，'possibly' 和 'just a second' 使它更柔和、更少要求性。在电梯或门等日常礼貌情境中很有用。
Sure, no problem!
This is a friendly agreement to help. 'Sure' means yes enthusiastically, and 'no problem' shows it's easy to do. Use this to respond positively to requests. It's informal and common in casual interactions, helping build rapport.
这是一个友好的帮助同意。'Sure'表示热情的“是”，而'no problem'表示这很容易做。用这个来积极回应请求。它是非正式的，在随意互动中很常见，有助于建立融洽关系。
Thanks so much, really appreciate it!
This expresses strong gratitude after receiving help. 'Thanks so much' is emphatic thanks, and 'really appreciate it' adds sincerity. Use it right after someone assists you. It's a key phrase for polite thanks in service or favor scenarios, with simple present tense for ongoing feelings.
这表达了在受到帮助后强烈的感激之情。“Thanks so much”是强调的感谢，“really appreciate it”增添了诚意。在某人帮助你后立即使用。它是服务或恩惠场景中礼貌感谢的关键短语，使用简单现在时来表示持续的情感。
Anytime. Don't worry about it.
This is a casual way to say 'you're welcome' and dismiss any need for thanks. 'Anytime' means happy to help again, and 'don't worry about it' means no need to feel obligated. Use it to respond to thanks humbly. It's practical for everyday politeness, using imperative for reassurance.
这是说“你好”的一种随意方式，可以免除任何感谢的必要。“随时”意思是乐于再次帮助，“别担心”意思是没有义务感。用它来谦虚地回应感谢。它在日常礼貌中使用很实用，使用祈使句来安慰。