Consulting on Personal Income Tax
A taxpayer is at the local tax office seeking clarification on their annual income tax filing, asking about deductions, eligible expenses, and online submission procedures.
一名纳税人到当地税务局咨询年度个人所得税申报事宜，询问抵扣、符合条件的开支以及在线提交流程。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
deductions
Amounts you can subtract from your income to lower your taxes, like medical costs or donations. In tax contexts, say 'What deductions can I claim?' to ask about them.
您可以从收入中扣除的金额，以降低税收，例如医疗费用或捐赠。在税收语境中，说‘我可以申请哪些扣除？’来询问它们。
eligible expenses
Costs that qualify for tax benefits or refunds. Use this in government services to check what you can get money back for, like 'Are my travel costs eligible expenses?'
符合税收优惠或退税条件的成本。在政府服务中使用此项，以检查您可以退回哪些钱，例如‘我的旅行成本是合格支出吗？’
self-employed
Working for yourself, not for a company. Common in business talks; contrast with 'employed' when discussing income sources.
为自己工作，而不是为公司工作。在商业讨论中常见；与讨论收入来源时的“受雇”形成对比。
T4 slip
A Canadian tax form from employers showing your yearly salary and taxes paid. In tax offices, mention it to explain your employment status.
加拿大雇主提供的税务表格，显示您的年薪和已缴税款。在税务办公室，提及它以解释您的就业状况。
charitable donations
Money or items given to charities, which can reduce your taxes. Useful in conversations about tax savings; keep receipts for proof.
捐赠给慈善机构的金钱或物品，可以减少您的税款。在关于税收节省的对话中有用；保留收据作为证明。
home office expenses
Costs like rent or utilities for a workspace at home, deductible if you meet rules. Ask about criteria in remote work tax discussions.
家中工作空间的租金或公用事业费用等成本，如果符合规则可扣除。在远程工作税务讨论中询问标准。
online submission
Sending documents or forms electronically via the internet. In government services, it's faster and easier; say 'How do I do online submission?'
通过互联网以电子方式发送文档或表格。在政府服务中，它更快、更容易；说‘如何进行在线提交？’
certified tax software
Approved computer programs for filing taxes accurately. Use government-approved ones to avoid errors; check for the certification label.
批准的计算机程序，用于准确报税。使用政府批准的程序以避免错误；检查认证标签。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
I'm here to ask a few questions about my annual income tax filing.
This politely starts a consultation. Use it in offices to state your purpose clearly. 'Annual' means yearly; 'filing' refers to submitting tax forms. It's useful for formal inquiries.
这礼貌地开启了一次咨询。在办公室使用它来清楚地说明您的目的。“Annual”意为年度；“filing”指提交税务表格。这对正式询问很有用。
Are you self-employed or do you receive a T4 slip from an employer?
A yes/no question to gather information. 'Or' connects alternatives; use in service roles to clarify client status. Helpful for tailoring advice in tax or job talks.
一个用于收集信息的“是/否”问题。“或”连接备选方案；在服务角色中使用以澄清客户状态。在税务或工作讨论中，有助于量身定制建议。
I'm wondering if there are any common deductions many people miss.
Expresses curiosity politely with 'I'm wondering if.' 'Common' means frequent; useful when seeking overlooked tips. Grammar: present continuous for ongoing thought.
用 'I'm wondering if.' 礼貌地表达好奇心。'Common' 意思是常见的；当寻求被忽略的提示时很有用。语法：现在进行时表示持续的思考。
Common deductions people often overlook include public transit passes, interest paid on student loans, and professional membership dues.
Lists examples with 'include' and commas. 'Overlook' means ignore by mistake. Use this structure to explain options clearly in advice-giving situations.
使用“include”和逗号列出示例。“Overlook”意为无意中忽略。在给出建议的情况下，使用这种结构来清晰解释选项。
What about submitting the return online? Is it straightforward and are there any particular documents I need to have ready beforehand?
Two questions in one turn for efficiency. 'What about' shifts topics; 'straightforward' means simple. Useful for checking processes; 'beforehand' means in advance.
为了效率，一次提出两个问题。'What about' 切换话题；'straightforward' 意思是简单。用于检查流程很有用；'beforehand' 意思是提前。
Online submission is very user-friendly. You'll need your T4, any other income slips like T4A or T5, and receipts for all your deductions and credits.
Gives reassurance and requirements. 'User-friendly' means easy to use; future 'you'll need' for advice. List with 'and' for items; practical for guiding procedures.
提供安心和要求。“User-friendly”意为易于使用；未来的“you'll need”用于建议。使用“and”列出项目；实用用于指导程序。
Not necessarily. Most certified software handles investment income quite well.
Softens a response with 'not necessarily' (not always true). 'Handles' means manages; useful to reassure in consultations. 'Quite well' means effectively.
“not necessarily”缓和了回应（并非总是正确的）。“handles”意为管理；在咨询中用于安慰很有用。“quite well”意为有效地。
Thank you for your clear explanations. This was very helpful.
Polite closing with gratitude. 'Clear' praises understanding; use at end of helpful talks. Simple past 'was' for completed service; builds good relations.
带有感激的礼貌结束语。'清晰'赞扬理解；用于有帮助的对话结束。简单过去式 'was' 用于已完成的 服务；建立良好关系。