Discussing Cultural Etiquette Differences
Two friends from different countries are discussing social etiquette, like greetings, dining customs, or personal space, and comparing how they differ in their respective cultures.
来自不同国家的两位朋友正在讨论社交礼仪，例如问候、用餐习俗或人际距离，并比较它们在各自文化中的差异。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
etiquette
Social rules for polite behavior, like how to greet people or eat at a table. In the dialogue, it refers to differences in social etiquette between cultures.
礼貌行为的社会规则，比如如何问候他人或在餐桌用餐。在对话中，它指的是不同文化之间社会礼仪的差异。
tipping
The practice of giving extra money to service workers, like waiters, for good service. It's common in some countries but not in others.
向服务人员（如服务员）支付额外金钱以感谢良好服务的习惯。在一些国家很常见，但在其他国家则不然。
no-no
Informal way to say something that is not allowed or a big mistake, like a taboo. 'Big no-no' means it's very wrong.
非正式说法，表示不允许的事或大错误，像禁忌。'Big no-no' 意思是它非常错误。
firm
Strong and steady, not weak. Used in 'firm handshake' to describe a confident way of shaking hands in greetings.
强壮而稳固，不虚弱。用于“firm handshake”，描述问候时自信的握手方式。
personal space
The physical distance people feel comfortable keeping between themselves and others during conversation. It varies by culture.
人们在交谈时感到舒适地保持自己与他人的身体距离。它因文化而异。
overwhelming
Feeling too much or hard to manage at first, like when something is intense. Here, it describes feeling uncomfortable with close personal space.
最初感觉过多或难以管理，就像某事很强烈一样。这里，它描述了对亲近个人空间感到不舒服。
instinctively
Doing something naturally without thinking, based on habit or reflex. In the dialogue, it means stepping back without planning.
自然地做某事而不思考，基于习惯或反射。在对话中，它意味着不计划就后退。
broaden
To make something wider or more extensive, like knowledge or views. 'Broaden your perspective' means to gain a wider understanding of the world.
使某物更宽或更广泛，比如知识或观点。'拓宽你的视角'意味着获得对世界的更广泛理解。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
You know, the other day I was thinking about how much social etiquette can differ between cultures.
This sentence introduces a topic casually. 'You know' is a filler to start conversation naturally. 'The other day' means recently. Useful for sharing thoughts on cultural differences. Grammar: Present simple for general facts ('can differ').
这个句子以随意的方式引入一个话题。「You know」是一个用于自然开启对话的填充词。「The other day」意思是最近。有助于分享关于文化差异的想法。语法：用于一般事实的现在简单式（'can differ'）。
Oh, absolutely! It's fascinating. What got you thinking about it?
Strong agreement with 'Oh, absolutely!' followed by a positive comment. 'What got you thinking' is a casual way to ask why someone had an idea. Useful in discussions to show interest and ask for reasons. Grammar: Past simple ('got') for past events.
对'Oh, absolutely!'的强烈同意，随后是积极评论。'What got you thinking'是随意询问某人为什么有这个想法的方式。在讨论中用于显示兴趣并询问原因。语法：过去简单式('got')用于过去事件。
Well, I was at a new restaurant, and I noticed someone trying to tip the owner directly.
Describes a past experience. 'Well' transitions to an answer. Past continuous ('was at') sets the scene, and 'noticed someone trying' shows observation. Useful for storytelling about cultural mishaps.
描述过去经历。'Well'用于过渡到回答。过去进行时（'was at'）设置场景，'noticed someone trying'显示观察。对于讲述文化失误的故事很有用。
That's a good point about tipping.
Acknowledges someone's idea politely. 'That's a good point' shows agreement and appreciation. Useful in conversations to build rapport when discussing topics like customs.
礼貌地认可某人的想法。'That's a good point' 显示同意和欣赏。在讨论习俗等话题的对话中，有助于建立融洽关系。
Personal space is another big one.
Introduces a new related topic. 'Another big one' means another important example. Useful for continuing a discussion on cultural differences. Grammar: Present simple for general truths.
引入一个新的相关话题。'另一个大的'意味着另一个重要的例子。有助于继续讨论文化差异。语法：现在简单式用于一般真理。
It takes some getting used to to understand those unspoken rules.
Explains that something requires time to adapt. 'Getting used to' is an idiom for becoming comfortable with something new. 'Unspoken rules' means unwritten social norms. Useful for talking about cultural adaptation.
解释某事物需要时间来适应。'Getting used to'是一个习语，表示对新事物变得舒适自在。'Unspoken rules'意指不成文的社会规范。适用于谈论文化适应。
It just goes to show how much we rely on cultural cues without even realizing it.
Draws a conclusion from examples. 'It goes to show' means it illustrates or proves. 'Without even realizing it' adds emphasis on unconscious habits. Useful for insightful summaries in cultural talks.
从例子中得出结论。'It goes to show' 意思是说明或证明。'Without even realizing it' 强调无意识习惯。在文化演讲中用于有洞见的总结很有用。
It makes me appreciate how travel and cultural exchange really broaden your perspective.
Expresses a positive realization. 'Makes me appreciate' shows how something changes your view. 'Broaden your perspective' is a common phrase for gaining wider understanding. Useful for discussing benefits of travel.
表达一种积极的领悟。'Makes me appreciate' 显示某事如何改变你的观点。'Broaden your perspective' 是一个常见的短语，表示获得更广泛的理解。在讨论旅行的益处时很有用。