Planning a Small DIY Painting Project
Two friends or family members discuss painting a room, deciding on the color, estimating the amount of paint needed, and listing the necessary tools and supplies.
两位朋友或家人讨论粉刷一个房间，决定颜色，估算所需油漆量，并列出所需的工具和用品。
对话
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词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
tackle
To tackle something means to start dealing with a task or problem, often one that is difficult. In the dialogue, Sarah uses it to mean starting the painting project.
处理某事意味着开始处理一项任务或问题，通常是困难的。在对话中，Sarah 用它来表示开始绘画项目。
leaning towards
This phrase means preferring or being inclined to choose something. John asks if Sarah is still leaning towards the light gray color.
这个短语的意思是偏爱或倾向于选择某物。约翰问莎拉是否仍然倾向于浅灰色。
bucket
A bucket is a round container used for holding liquids, like paint. In the dialogue, they discuss buying five-gallon buckets of paint.
桶是一种用于盛放液体的圆形容器，例如油漆。在对话中，他们讨论购买五加仑的油漆桶。
coats
In painting, a coat means one layer of paint applied to a surface. John suggests two coats for better coverage.
在绘画中，一层涂层意味着涂在表面的油漆一层。约翰建议两层涂层以获得更好的覆盖效果。
roller
A roller is a tool with a rotating cylinder covered in fabric, used to apply paint quickly to walls.
滚筒是一种带有旋转圆柱体并覆盖布料的工具，用于快速将油漆涂抹到墙上。
painter's tape
Painter's tape is special adhesive tape that doesn't damage surfaces when removed, used to protect areas like trim while painting.
美纹纸是一种特殊的胶带，移除时不会损坏表面，用于在油漆时保护如镶边等区域。
drop cloths
Drop cloths are large sheets of fabric or plastic placed on the floor to protect it from paint spills.
防护布是大块的织物或塑料布，放置在地板上以保护其免受油漆溅洒。
patching compound
Patching compound is a substance used to fill and repair small holes or cracks in walls before painting.
修补化合物是一种用于在粉刷前填充和修复墙壁上小孔或裂缝的物质。
hardware store
A hardware store is a shop that sells tools, paint, and materials for home repairs and DIY projects.
五金店是一家销售工具、油漆和家居维修及DIY项目材料的商店。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
Hey John, remember how we talked about painting the living room? I think this weekend might be a good time to finally tackle it.
This sentence uses 'remember how' to recall a past conversation, and 'tackle it' to mean start the project. It's useful for suggesting plans based on previous talks, with 'might be' showing possibility.
这个句子使用 'remember how' 来回忆过去的对话，并使用 'tackle it' 来表示开始项目。它对于基于先前对话建议计划很有用，'might be' 显示可能性。
What color were you thinking? Still leaning towards that light gray?
This is a casual way to ask for someone's opinion on a choice. 'Leaning towards' expresses preference. Use this in discussions about decisions, like colors or options.
这是询问某人选择意见的一种随意方式。'Leaning towards'表达了偏好。在讨论决定时使用，比如颜色或选项。
Do you think one five-gallon bucket of paint would be enough, or should we get two?
This sentence asks for advice using 'do you think' and alternatives with 'or'. It's practical for estimating quantities in shopping or projects, showing conditional planning with 'would be'.
这个句子使用 'do you think' 来征求建议，并用 'or' 提供备选方案。它在购物或项目中估算数量时很实用，展示了使用 'would be' 的条件规划。
It's better to have too much than not enough.
This is a common proverb-like expression meaning it's safer to overestimate. Use it when advising on amounts, like paint or supplies, to avoid shortages.
这是一个常见的类似谚语的表达，意思是高估更安全。在建议数量时使用，比如油漆或用品，以避免短缺。
And for tools, we'll need rollers, brushes for the edges, painter's tape, drop cloths, and a tray. Anything else I'm forgetting?
This lists items with 'and' and 'for the edges' for specifics. Ending with a question invites input. Useful for making shopping lists in group planning, using 'we'll need' for future needs.
这使用 'and' 和 'for the edges' 列出具体物品。以问题结束以邀请输入。在团体规划中制作购物清单很有用，使用 'we'll need' 表示未来需求。
We should also grab a paint stirrer, a step ladder, and some patching compound for any small holes or cracks before we start.
'Grab' means to get or buy quickly. 'For any small holes' explains purpose. This sentence adds to a list and uses 'before we start' for sequence. Good for preparing steps in DIY tasks.
'Grab' 意思是快速获取或购买。'For any small holes' 解释了目的。这个句子添加到列表中，并使用 'before we start' 表示顺序。适合 DIY 任务的准备步骤。
So, we'll pick up two buckets of light gray paint, and make sure we have all those supplies ready for Saturday morning.
'Pick up' means to buy and take home. 'Make sure' emphasizes preparation. This summarizes plans with a time reference. Use it to confirm actions in conversations.
“Pick up”意思是买并带回家。“Make sure”强调准备。这总结了带有时间参考的计划。在对话中使用它来确认行动。
I can swing by the hardware store on my way home from work tomorrow to grab everything.
'Swing by' means to stop by briefly. 'On my way home' shows convenience. This offers to handle a task. Useful for casual offers of help in daily plans.
'Swing by' 意思是短暂停留。'On my way home' 显示便利性。这是一个处理任务的提议。在日常计划中用于随意提供帮助很有用。