Asking for Help with Machine Settings
A gym member approaches a trainer or another member to ask for assistance with adjusting machine settings or understanding how to operate a specific piece of equipment.
一位健身房会员走向教练或另一位会员，寻求调整器械设置或理解如何操作某台器械的帮助。
对话
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词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
adjust
To change the position or setting of something to make it suitable, like changing the height of a seat on a machine.
改变某物的位置或设置，使其适合，例如改变机器上座椅的高度。
lever
A bar or handle that you pull or push to move or adjust part of a machine, often used in gym equipment.
一个杆子或把手，你拉或推它来移动或调整机器的一部分，通常用于健身房设备。
pin
A small metal rod that locks parts of a machine in place; you remove it to adjust settings.
一个小型金属杆，用于将机器部件锁定在位置；移除它以调整设置。
slide
To move something smoothly along a surface, like sliding a seat forward or backward.
沿表面平滑地移动某物，比如将座位向前或向后滑动。
tricky
Something difficult or not easy to do or understand, often used for machines that are hard to operate.
某事困难或不易做或理解，通常用于操作困难的机器。
hesitate
To pause or be reluctant before doing something; in this context, it means don't be shy to ask for help.
在做某事之前停顿或不情愿；在这个语境中，它意味着不要害羞地寻求帮助。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
Excuse me, Sarah. Do you happen to know how to adjust the seat on this leg press machine?
This is a polite way to ask for help by interrupting someone. 'Do you happen to know' is a soft, indirect question to check if they have the information. Useful for starting conversations in public places like gyms.
这是通过打断某人礼貌地寻求帮助的一种方式。“你碰巧知道”是一种柔和的间接提问，用来检查对方是否掌握信息。在健身房等公共场所开始对话时很有用。
No problem, John! Let me take a look.
A friendly response to offer help. 'No problem' means it's not a bother, and 'let me take a look' shows willingness to check. Use this to respond positively when someone asks for assistance.
一种友好的回应，用于提供帮助。'No problem' 表示不麻烦，'let me take a look' 显示出愿意检查的意愿。当有人寻求帮助时，使用此句以积极回应。
I need to move it back a bit further.
This explains a specific need clearly. 'A bit further' means a little more. It's useful for describing adjustments in gym settings or everyday tasks involving positions.
这清楚地解释了一个特定的需求。'A bit further' 意味着一点更多。它有助于描述健身房设置或涉及位置的日常任务的调整。
You just pull this handle out and slide the seat to your desired position. Make sure it clicks into place.
This gives step-by-step instructions. 'Just' makes it sound simple, and 'make sure' emphasizes checking. Great for explaining how to use equipment; the imperative form (pull, slide) is direct for guidance.
这提供了逐步指导。“Just”让它听起来很简单，“make sure”强调检查。很适合解释如何使用设备；祈使句式（pull, slide）直接用于指导。
Got it! Wow, that's much better.
'Got it' means I understand, and 'wow' shows surprise or relief. Use this to acknowledge help and express satisfaction after solving a problem.
‘Got it’ 表示我理解了，‘wow’ 表示惊讶或松了一口气。用这个来承认帮助，并在解决问题后表达满意。
Anytime, John! Don't hesitate to ask if you have any other questions about the machines.
'Anytime' means you're welcome at any time, and 'don't hesitate' encourages asking more. This is a polite way to end help and invite future questions, common in service situations.
“Anytime”意思是随时欢迎，“don't hesitate”鼓励继续提问。这是一种礼貌结束帮助并邀请未来问题的表达方式，在服务场合很常见。