Waiting for a Table to Clear
You see a group of people at a table who look like they are about to leave. You decide to wait nearby and politely indicate your intention to use the table next.
你看到一张桌子旁有一群人好像正要离开。你决定在附近等待，并礼貌地表示你打算接下来使用这张桌子。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
folks
An informal way to say 'people' or 'group of people'. Use it in casual situations like talking to friends or strangers in a friendly setting, such as a cafe.
一种非正式的说法，等同于‘人们’或‘一群人’。在休闲场合使用，比如和朋友聊天或在咖啡馆这样的友好环境中与陌生人交谈。
about to
Means 'going to happen very soon'. It's useful for describing future actions that are imminent, like 'about to leave' when someone is preparing to go.
意为“即将发生”。它用于描述即将发生的未来行动很有用，例如某人准备离开时说“即将离开”。
finished up
A casual phrase meaning 'completed' or 'ended'. Use it in everyday conversations to say you've done something, like finishing a meal or work.
一个随意短语，意思是‘完成’或‘结束’。在日常对话中使用它来表示你已经做完了某事，比如吃完饭或完成工作。
packing
Putting things into a bag or container to take them away. In this context, it's about gathering belongings before leaving a place.
将物品放入包或容器中以带走。在此上下文中，指离开某地前收拾行李。
clear out
To leave a place, often after finishing an activity. It's informal and polite in situations like waiting for a table in a busy cafe.
离开一个地方，通常在完成一项活动后。这在像在繁忙的咖啡馆等待桌子这样的情况下是非正式且礼貌的。
grabbing
Taking something quickly and casually. Use it for actions like 'grabbing a coat' when you're in a hurry to pick up items.
快速且随意地拿取某物。用于像“抓取一件外套”这样的动作，当你匆忙捡起物品时。
appreciate
To feel grateful for something. It's a polite way to express thanks, especially in social situations like when someone helps you.
对某事感到感激。这是一种礼貌的方式来表达感谢，尤其是在社会场合中，比如当有人帮助你时。
I know, right?
A casual expression to agree with someone and show empathy. Use it in conversations to connect with others, like complaining about a busy place.
一种随意的表达，用于同意某人并表现出同理心。在对话中使用它来与他人建立联系，例如抱怨一个繁忙的地方。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
Excuse me, I hope you don't mind me asking, but are you folks about to leave?
This is a polite way to start a conversation and ask a question without being rude. 'I hope you don't mind' softens the request. Use it in crowded places to inquire about seats. Grammar: 'But' connects the polite phrase to the question.
这是开始对话并礼貌提问的一种方式，而不失礼貌。'I hope you don't mind'使请求柔和。在拥挤的地方用于询问座位。语法：'But'连接礼貌短语和问题。
Yes, actually, we just finished up. We're packing our things now.
A friendly response confirming information. 'Actually' adds emphasis or correction. Useful for casual updates on your status. Present continuous 'we're packing' shows ongoing action.
一个友好的回应，确认信息。'Actually' 添加强调或修正。有助于随意更新您的状态。现在进行时 'we're packing' 显示正在进行的动作。
Would it be okay if we waited here for you to clear out?
A polite request for permission. 'Would it be okay if...' is a conditional structure for asking nicely. Use in social settings to wait for space without pressure.
一个礼貌的许可请求。'Would it be okay if...' 是一种条件结构，用于礼貌地询问。在社交场合中使用，以无压力地等待空间。
Of course! No problem at all.
An enthusiastic agreement or permission. 'Of course' means it's natural to agree. Great for reassuring others in helpful situations like sharing a table.
热情的同意或许可。'当然'意味着同意是自然而然的。非常适合在像共享桌子这样的帮助性情境中安慰他人。
Thanks so much, we really appreciate it.
Expressing strong gratitude. 'Thanks so much' is emphatic thanks, and 'appreciate it' shows value. Use after receiving help to build positive interactions.
表达强烈的感激之情。'Thanks so much'是强调的感谢，'appreciate it'显示出价值。在收到帮助后使用，以建立积极的互动。
It's so hard to find a seat in here.
Complaining mildly about a situation. 'So hard' intensifies the difficulty. Useful for small talk in busy places to relate to others.
对情况轻微抱怨。'So hard' 加强了困难程度。在繁忙场所用于闲聊，以与他人产生共鸣。
I know, right? It's always so busy at this time.
Agreeing and empathizing. 'I know, right?' is informal slang for 'I agree'. Follow with explanation to continue conversation naturally.
表示同意和共情。'I know, right?' 是 'I agree' 的非正式俚语。接着解释以自然地继续对话。
Enjoy your coffee! You too! Have a good day.
Polite well-wishes for ending conversations. 'Enjoy' suggests positive experience; 'You too' mirrors the wish. Use to say goodbye friendly in casual encounters.
结束对话的礼貌祝愿。'Enjoy' 暗示积极体验；'You too' 反映祝愿。在随意场合友好告别时使用。