Initial Equipment Orientation
A new gym member asks a staff member for a general introduction to various equipment types and where they are located.
一位新健身房会员向工作人员询问各类器械的概况及其位置。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
overwhelmed
Feeling confused or unable to handle too much information or things at once; useful when describing being new to a place like a gym.
感觉困惑或无法同时处理太多信息或事情；描述像健身房这样的新地方时有用。
rundown
A quick summary or overview of something; often used informally to ask for a brief explanation, like of equipment in a gym.
事物的快速总结或概述；常用于非正式地请求简要解释，例如健身房的设备。
cardio
Short for cardiovascular exercise, which improves heart and lung health; common in gyms for activities like running or cycling.
心血管运动的简称，改善心脏和肺部健康；在健身房中常见于跑步或骑行等活动。
treadmills
Machines that let you run or walk in place; popular for indoor cardio workouts in gyms.
允许你在原地跑步或走路的机器；健身房室内有氧运动的热门选择。
ellipticals
Exercise machines that mimic running or walking with low impact on joints; great for cardio without stressing knees.
模仿跑步或步行的运动器械，对关节冲击小；适合有氧运动而不会对膝盖造成压力。
stationary bikes
Bikes fixed in place for pedaling exercise; used for cardio to build endurance without going anywhere.
固定在原地的自行车，用于蹬踏锻炼；用于有氧运动来增强耐力，而无需去任何地方。
strength training
Exercises to build muscle and power; involves weights or machines, essential for gym routines.
构建肌肉和力量的练习；涉及举重或机器，对健身房例行公事至关重要。
free weights
Weights like dumbbells or barbells not attached to machines; allow free movement for strength exercises.
像哑铃或杠铃这样的重量，不连接到机器；允许力量练习的自由运动。
stretching
Exercises to improve flexibility and prevent injury; done after workouts in a dedicated gym area.
改善灵活性并防止受伤的练习；锻炼后在专用健身区进行。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
Excuse me, Sarah? I just joined and I'm a bit overwhelmed by all the equipment. Could you give me a quick rundown on where everything is and what it's generally for?
This is a polite way to start a conversation and ask for help when new to a place; uses 'Excuse me' for attention, 'could you' for a request, and shows vulnerability with 'overwhelmed' to build rapport.
这是开始对话并在陌生地方寻求帮助的礼貌方式；使用“Excuse me”吸引注意力，“could you”提出请求，并用“overwhelmed”展示脆弱性来建立 rapport。
Of course, John! Welcome to the gym. Happy to help.
A friendly response to an offer of help; 'Of course' shows willingness, and 'Happy to help' expresses enthusiasm; useful for customer service or welcoming someone.
对帮助提议的友好回应；'Of course' 显示意愿，'Happy to help' 表达热情；适用于客户服务或欢迎某人。
Got it. So, cardio is on the left.
Short way to confirm understanding; 'Got it' means 'I understand,' followed by a summary question; great for conversations to check info and keep dialogue flowing.
确认理解的简短方式；'Got it' 意思是 '我理解'，后跟一个总结问题；非常适合对话中检查信息并保持对话流畅。
Excellent question! If you follow me, the main strength training area is just past the cardio machines.
Encourages the asker with 'Excellent question!' and gives directions using 'if you follow me' for guidance; 'just past' describes location simply; ideal for explaining layouts.
用“很好的问题！”鼓励提问者，并使用“如果你跟着我走”提供指导；“稍远处”简单描述位置；适合解释布局。
They're close by. The free weights section, with all the dumbbells, barbells, and benches, is just behind the resistance machines.
Describes proximity with 'close by' and 'just behind'; lists items with 'with all the...'; useful for giving directions in familiar places like gyms.
用 'close by' 和 'just behind' 描述近距离；用 'with all the...' 列出物品；在像健身房这样的熟悉场所提供方向指示时很有用。
Perfect! This general overview is really helpful. Thanks, Sarah. I appreciate you taking the time.
Expresses thanks after receiving info; 'Perfect!' shows satisfaction, 'I appreciate' adds politeness; common for ending helpful interactions gratefully.
在收到信息后表达感谢；'Perfect!' 表示满意，'I appreciate' 增加礼貌；常见于感激地结束有帮助的互动。
Anytime, John! If you have specific questions about how to use any of the machines, just grab a staff member. We're always here to assist. Enjoy your workout!
Offers ongoing help with 'Anytime!' and 'just grab'; 'We're always here' reassures availability; ends positively with 'Enjoy your workout!'; perfect for service roles.
通过'Anytime!'和'just grab'提供持续帮助；'We're always here'保证可用性；以'Enjoy your workout!'积极结束；非常适合服务角色。