Asking for Directions
You need to ask someone who is currently engaged in a conversation for directions.
你需要向正在交谈的人问路。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
interrupt
To interrupt means to stop someone from doing or saying something, often by speaking or acting suddenly. Use it when you need to break into a conversation politely.
打断意味着阻止某人做某事或说某事，通常是通过突然说话或行动。在需要礼貌地插入对话时使用它。
worries
Worries are things that make you anxious or concerned. In 'no worries,' it means no problem or don't be concerned, a casual way to say it's okay.
忧虑是让你感到焦虑或担心的东西。在 'no worries' 中，它的意思是没有问题或不要担心，这是一种随意说没关系的方式。
looking for
This phrase means searching for something or someone. It's commonly used when asking about locations, like finding a place.
这个短语的意思是寻找某物或某人。它常用于询问位置，比如找到一个地方。
point me in the right direction
This idiom means to give basic guidance or show the correct way to go. It's useful for asking for simple directions without needing full details.
这个习语的意思是提供基本的指导或指明正确的道路。它有助于在不需要完整细节的情况下请求简单的方向。
blocks
In directions, a block refers to the distance between two streets in a city. 'Two blocks' means walking the length of two such sections.
在方向指示中，一个街区指的是城市中两条街之间的距离。“两个街区”意味着步行两个这样的路段的长度。
got it
This is a casual way to say 'I understand' or 'I comprehend.' Use it to confirm you've grasped instructions or information.
这是说“我理解”或“我明白了”的随意方式。用来确认你已经掌握了指示或信息。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
Excuse me, I'm so sorry to interrupt.
This is a polite way to start interrupting someone. 'Excuse me' gets attention, and 'I'm so sorry to interrupt' apologizes for the disturbance. Use it when joining a conversation, especially with strangers. It shows respect and good manners.
这是开始打断某人的礼貌方式。'打扰了'用于吸引注意力，而'非常抱歉打断您'是为了对造成的干扰道歉。在加入对话时使用，特别是与陌生人。它显示出尊重和良好的礼仪。
No worries, how can I help you?
'No worries' means it's not a problem, a friendly response to an apology. 'How can I help you?' offers assistance. This sentence is useful for responding positively when someone interrupts you, making the interaction smooth.
'没关系' 意思是没有问题，是对道歉的友好回应。'我能怎么帮助你？' 是提供帮助。这个句子在有人打断你时积极回应很有用，能让互动顺利进行。
I'm looking for the main library. Could you point me in the right direction?
This combines stating your need ('I'm looking for...') with a polite request ('Could you...'). It's a common pattern for asking directions. The modal 'could' makes it courteous. Use it in travel or new places to get guidance.
这结合了陈述你的需求（“I'm looking for...”）和礼貌的请求（“Could you...”）。这是询问方向的常见模式。情态动词“could”使它变得礼貌。在旅行或新地方使用它来获取指导。
Go straight down this street for about two blocks, then turn left.
This gives clear directions using imperatives like 'go' and 'turn.' 'Straight down' means continue without turning, 'for about two blocks' estimates distance. It's useful for explaining routes simply; practice with prepositions like 'down' and 'left' for navigation.
这使用了像“go”和“turn”这样的祈使句给出清晰的方向。“Straight down”意味着不拐弯继续前进，“for about two blocks”估算距离。这对于简单解释路线很有用；练习使用像“down”和“left”这样的介词进行导航。
So, two blocks straight, then left, and it's on the right. Got it.
This repeats instructions to confirm understanding, starting with 'So' to summarize. 'Got it' affirms comprehension. It's practical for checking details after receiving info, helping avoid mistakes in following directions.
这是为了确认理解而重复的指示，以“So”开头进行总结。“Got it”肯定了理解。这在接收信息后检查细节很实用，有助于避免遵循指示时的错误。
You're welcome. Have a good day!
'You're welcome' responds to thanks, a standard polite reply. 'Have a good day' is a friendly goodbye. Use this ending to conversations, especially when helping others, to leave a positive impression.
'You're welcome' 是对感谢的回应，是标准的礼貌回复。'Have a good day' 是一种友好的告别语。在对话结束时使用这个结尾，尤其是帮助他人时，以留下积极印象。