Asking for Recommendations (Genre-Specific)
A customer is looking for a new book in a specific genre (e.g., sci-fi, history, romance) and asks a staff member for recommendations.
顾客想找一本特定类型（例如：科幻、历史、言情）的新书，向店员寻求推荐。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
fantasy
A genre of books or stories involving magic, imaginary worlds, and mythical creatures, like dragons or wizards. Use it when talking about your favorite book types.
一种涉及魔法、想象世界和神话生物（如龙或巫师）的书籍或故事类型。在谈论你喜欢的书籍类型时使用它。
selection
A group or range of items to choose from, such as books in a store. It's useful for describing what's available in a shop.
一组或范围可供选择的物品，例如商店里的书籍。它有助于描述商店中可用的物品。
specific
Meaning particular or exact, not general. Say 'anything specific' when asking if someone wants something particular.
含义：特定的或精确的，不是一般的。在询问某人是否想要特别的东西时，说“有什么特定的吗”。
suggestions
Ideas or recommendations offered to help someone choose. Use it when you're open to advice, like 'I'm open to suggestions.'
提供给某人选择以帮助其决策的想法或推荐。当你对建议持开放态度时使用它，比如“我对建议持开放态度。”
hidden gem
Something valuable that's not well-known, like a great book few people have heard of. It's a fun way to describe underrated items.
某件有价值但鲜为人知的东西，比如一本很少人听说过的伟大书籍。这是描述被低估物品的有趣方式。
standalone
A book that is complete by itself, not part of a series. Useful for describing books that don't require reading others first.
一本本身完整的书，不是系列的一部分。有助于描述那些不需要先读其他书的书。
protagonists
The main characters in a story. Use it when discussing books focused on key people, like 'female protagonists.'
故事中的主要人物。在讨论关注关键人物的书籍时使用，例如‘female protagonists.’
aisle
A passageway between shelves in a store. Say 'aisle 5' to give directions in places like bookstores or supermarkets.
商店中货架之间的通道。在书店或超市等地方说‘5号走道’来给出方向。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
Excuse me, I was hoping you could help me.
This is a polite way to start asking for assistance. 'I was hoping' softens the request, making it more courteous. Use it in stores or public places to get help without being direct.
这是开始请求帮助的礼貌方式。「I was hoping」缓和了请求，使其更礼貌。在商店或公共场所使用它，可以在不直接的情况下获得帮助。
I'm really into fantasy novels right now.
This expresses current interest in a hobby. 'Really into' means very interested. It's useful for sharing preferences, like when asking for book recommendations.
这表达了对一种爱好的当前兴趣。'Really into' 意思是非常感兴趣。它在分享偏好时很有用，比如请求书籍推荐。
Are you looking for anything specific?
A question to clarify what someone wants. It's common in service situations to offer better help. The grammar uses present continuous for ongoing actions.
一个用于澄清某人想要什么的问题。在服务情境中，这很常见，以提供更好的帮助。语法上使用现在进行时来表示正在进行的动作。
I'm open to suggestions.
This means you're willing to accept ideas from others. It's a flexible phrase for shopping or decisions, showing you're not fixed on one choice.
这意味着你愿意接受他人的想法。这是一个用于购物或决策的灵活短语，表明你没有固守一个选择。
That sounds intriguing!
An enthusiastic response meaning something seems interesting or exciting. Use it to show positive reaction to a recommendation; 'intriguing' adds a sense of curiosity.
一种热情的回应，表示某事似乎有趣或激动人心。用它来对推荐表示积极反应；'intriguing' 增添了好奇感。
Where can I find it?
A simple question for location. It's practical for stores; the structure uses 'where' for places and present simple for general facts.
一个询问位置的简单问题。它对商店很实用；这个结构使用 'where' 表示地点，并使用现在简单时表示一般事实。
It'll be in our fantasy section, aisle 5.
Giving directions politely. 'It'll be' is a contraction of 'it will be' for future location. Useful for helping others navigate a store.
礼貌地给出方向。'It'll be' 是 'it will be' 的缩写，用于表示未来的位置。有助于帮助他人导航商店。
Thank you so much for your help!
A strong expression of gratitude. 'So much' emphasizes thanks. Always use it after receiving assistance to end interactions politely.
强烈的感激表达。「So much」强调感谢。在接受帮助后，总要使用它来礼貌地结束互动。