Clarifying Usage Rules
A swimmer wants to understand specific rules, such as dive restrictions, use of personal flotation devices, or lap swimming etiquette.
游泳者想了解具体规则，例如跳水限制、个人浮力装置的使用或泳道礼仪。
对话
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词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
clarify
To make something clear or easier to understand, often by explaining it again. Use it when you need more details about rules or instructions.
使某事变得清晰或更容易理解，通常通过再次解释。当您需要有关规则或指令的更多详细信息时使用。
dive restrictions
Rules that limit where or how you can dive into the water to prevent accidents. Common in pools to ensure safety in shallow areas.
限制您可以在哪里或如何潜入水中的规则，以防止事故。在浅水区确保安全，常見于游泳池。
shallow end
The part of the swimming pool where the water is not deep, usually for beginners or wading. Opposite of the deep end.
游泳池中水不深的部分，通常供初学者或涉水使用。与深水区相对。
deep end
The part of the pool with deeper water, suitable for diving or advanced swimming. Always check rules before using it.
游泳池中水更深的部分，适合跳水或高级游泳。使用前请始终检查规则。
kickboards
A floating board used to practice kicking in swimming. It helps beginners focus on leg movements while keeping the upper body afloat.
一种用于游泳中练习踢腿的浮板。它帮助初学者在上身浮起的情况下专注于腿部动作。
pull buoys
A flotation device placed between the legs to help swimmers practice arm strokes without kicking. Useful for improving upper body strength.
一种放置在腿之间的浮力装置，帮助游泳者练习手臂划水而不踢腿。有助于提高上肢力量。
lap swimming
Swimming back and forth in a pool lane for exercise, like running laps on a track. It's a common way to stay fit.
在泳池泳道中来回游泳进行锻炼，就像在跑道上跑圈一样。这是保持身材的常见方式。
etiquette
The expected polite behavior or manners in a specific situation, like sharing space in a pool without disturbing others.
在特定情况下预期的礼貌行为或举止，例如在游泳池中与他人共享空间而不打扰别人。
circle swimming
A method where swimmers go in a loop in the lane: down one side and back on the other, to avoid collisions in busy lanes.
一种游泳方法，游泳者在泳道中循环游动：一侧向下游，另一侧向上游，以避免在繁忙泳道中发生碰撞。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
Could you clarify a few things about the rules?
This polite request uses 'could you' for a formal ask, and 'clarify' to seek explanation. Useful when you're new to a place and need to understand guidelines; it shows respect.
这个礼貌的请求使用 'could you' 来进行正式请求，并使用 'clarify' 来寻求解释。当你是一个新来者，需要理解指南时很有用；它显示出尊重。
Diving is only permitted in the deep end.
This sentence uses passive voice 'is permitted' to state a rule clearly. It's useful for describing restrictions in public places like pools; remember, 'permitted' means allowed.
这个句子使用被动语态 'is permitted' 来清楚地陈述规则。它对于描述像游泳池这样的公共场所的限制很有用；记住，'permitted' 意思是允许。
Are those generally allowed?
A simple yes/no question with 'generally' meaning usually or in most cases. Great for checking if something is okay to use; add specifics like items to make it practical.
一个简单的“是/否”问题，其中“generally”意为通常或大多数情况下。非常适合检查某事是否可以使用；添加具体细节如物品使其实用。
We just ask that you be mindful of other swimmers.
This uses 'ask that' clause with 'be mindful' meaning pay attention or be careful. It's a polite way to give advice on courtesy; common in shared spaces to promote safety.
这使用了 'ask that' 从句，其中 'be mindful' 意为注意或小心。这是礼貌地给出礼仪建议的方式；在共享空间中促进安全很常见。
Is it counter-clockwise, or do we share lanes based on speed?
This question uses 'or' to offer alternatives and 'based on' for conditions. Useful for asking about procedures in activities; it helps clarify how to follow group norms.
这个问题使用 'or' 来提供备选方案，并使用 'based on' 来表示条件。有助于询问活动中的程序；它有助于澄清如何遵循群体规范。
We encourage circle swimming, which means you swim on the right side of the lane.
This explanatory sentence uses a relative clause 'which means' to define a term. Helpful for teaching rules; 'encourage' softens the instruction, making it advisory rather than strict.
这个解释句使用了关系从句 'which means' 来定义术语。有助于教授规则；'encourage' 软化了指示，使其成为建议而非严格的。
Thanks so much for clarifying everything.
A grateful response with 'thanks so much' for emphasis and 'clarifying' as a gerund. Use it to end conversations politely after getting help; shows appreciation in service situations.
一个感激的回应，使用 'thanks so much' 来强调，并将 'clarifying' 用作动名词。在获得帮助后，用它礼貌地结束对话；在服务情境中显示感激之情。