Making Payment and Starting the Wash Cycle
The user approaches the payment machine, tries to figure out how to pay (e.g., coins, card, digital payment), and then activates the first stage of the wash, like pre-soak or soap.
用户走到支付机前，尝试弄清楚如何支付（例如，硬币、银行卡、数字支付），然后启动洗车的第一阶段，如预洗或喷泡沫。
对话
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词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
payment machine
A device where you pay for services like a car wash using coins, cards, or digital methods. It's common in self-service places.
一种设备，用于使用硬币、卡片或数字方式支付洗车等服务。在自助服务场所很常见。
coins
Metal money pieces used to pay for things. In self-service washes, you insert them into slots.
用于支付物品的金属货币片。在自助洗车场，你将它们插入槽中。
card reader
A slot or device on a machine that reads credit or debit cards for payment. You insert or tap your card here.
机器上用于读取信用卡或借记卡进行支付的插槽或设备。您可以将卡插入此处或在此处轻敲。
QR code
A square barcode scanned by your phone for mobile payments. Useful for quick digital payments without cash.
一个用手机扫描的正方形条形码，用于移动支付。有助于无需现金的快速数字支付。
swipe
To slide a card through a reader to make a payment. It's a common action for older card machines.
将卡片通过阅读器滑动以进行支付。这是旧式卡机常见的操作。
PIN
Personal Identification Number; a secret code you enter after using a card to confirm the payment and keep it secure.
个人识别号码；使用卡后输入的秘密代码，用于确认付款并保持安全。
pre-soak
The first step in a car wash where water and soap loosen dirt before main cleaning. Press the button to start it.
洗车的第一步，使用水和肥皂在主要清洁前松动污垢。按下按钮开始。
nozzle
The end of a hose or pipe where water or soap sprays out. In car washes, it's used to apply cleaning solutions.
软管或管道的末端，水或肥皂从那里喷出。在洗车场，用于施加清洁溶液。
timer
A clock that counts down time for each wash cycle, showing how long you have left to use the machine.
一个为每个洗涤周期倒计时的时钟，显示您使用机器剩余的时间。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
I'll try my card first. Less hassle than digging for change.
This sentence expresses preference for an easier option. 'Less hassle than' compares two methods, useful for everyday choices. 'Digging for change' is an idiom meaning searching for coins.
这句话表达了对更简单选项的偏好。“Less hassle than”比较两种方法，对日常选择很有用。“Digging for change”是一个习语，意思是寻找硬币。
Just swipe it here, right?
A question seeking confirmation on how to use something. 'Just' makes it sound simple, and 'right?' tags for agreement. Useful when asking for instructions in public places.
一个寻求确认如何使用某物的提问。'Just' 让它听起来简单，'right?' 是寻求同意的标签。在公共场所询问指示时很有用。
It says 'Insert or Tap'.
Reports what a machine or sign indicates. 'It says' introduces quoted text. Helpful for describing instructions from devices during payments.
报告机器或标志所指示的内容。'It says' 用于引入引用的文本。有助于描述支付过程中设备发出的指令。
Okay, tapping it seemed to work!
Expresses relief that an action succeeded. 'Seemed to' softens certainty, common in casual talk. Use this after trying something new and it works.
表达行动成功后的宽慰。'Seemed to' 缓和了确定性，在随意交谈中常见。在尝试新事物并成功后使用。
Now, how do I start the wash?
Asks for step-by-step guidance after payment. 'How do I' is a common question pattern for procedures. Practical for operating machines or tools.
在付款后寻求逐步指导。“How do I”是一种常见的手续问题模式。适用于操作机器或工具。
Look at the buttons on the panel. There's 'Pre-soak', 'Soap', 'Rinse'... Just press the 'Pre-soak' button.
Gives directions by pointing out options and instructing action. 'There's' lists items; ellipsis (...) shows more options. Useful for explaining controls on devices.
通过指出选项并指示行动来给出方向。'There's' 列出项目；省略号 (...) 显示更多选项。用于解释设备控制很有用。
Don't forget those tricky spots on the wheels!
A reminder to clean hard-to-reach areas. 'Don't forget' is imperative for advice; 'tricky spots' means difficult places. Good for giving tips during tasks like cleaning.
提醒清洁难以到达的区域。'Don't forget' 是用于建议的祈使句；'tricky spots' 意为困难的地方。适合在像清洁这样的任务中给出提示。