Applying for a Library Card
An individual visits the public library to apply for a new library card, needing to understand the requirements and fill out necessary forms.
个人前往公共图书馆办理新图书馆卡，需要了解要求并填写必要的表格。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
apply
To apply means to request or ask for something officially, like a card or permit. In this dialogue, John uses it to say he wants to get a library card.
申请意味着正式请求或要求某物，比如卡片或许可。在这个对话中，约翰用它来表示他想获取一张图书馆卡。
valid
Valid means legally acceptable or current and not expired. Here, it describes an ID that is still good to use for identification.
有效意味着合法可接受或当前且未过期。这里，它描述了一个仍可用于识别的ID。
proof
Proof means evidence or a document that shows something is true. In the dialogue, proof of address is a bill showing where you live.
证明意味着证据或文件，显示某事是真实的。在对话中，地址证明是显示您居住地点的账单。
utility bill
A utility bill is a statement you receive for services like electricity, water, or gas. It's often used as proof of your home address.
公用事业账单是您收到的用于电力、水或燃气等服务的账单。它通常用作您家庭地址的证明。
application form
An application form is a paper or online document you fill out to request something, like a library card. It asks for personal details.
申请表是一种纸质或在线文档，您填写它来申请某物，例如图书馆卡。它要求提供个人信息。
process
To process means to handle or complete the steps for something, like reviewing a form. John asks how long it takes to process his application.
处理意味着处理或完成某事的步骤，比如审查表格。John 询问处理他的申请需要多长时间。
issue
To issue means to give or provide officially, like handing out a card. The library issues the card right away after processing.
发行是指正式给予或提供，比如发放卡片。图书馆在处理后立即发行卡片。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
I'd like to apply for a library card, please.
This is a polite way to request something at a service desk. Use 'I'd like to' for formal requests; it's useful for starting conversations in public places like libraries or offices.
这是服务台请求事物的礼貌方式。使用“I'd like to”进行正式请求；它在图书馆或办公室等公共场所开始对话时很有用。
Do you have a valid ID and proof of address with you?
This is a question to check if someone has required documents. 'With you' means carrying them at the moment. It's common in service situations to verify identity and residence.
这是一个检查某人是否携带所需文件的问题。「With you」意思是当下携带。它在服务情境中常见，用于验证身份和居住地。
Yes, I have my driver's license and a utility bill here.
This responds affirmatively by listing items. 'Here' emphasizes they are present. Useful for confirming you meet requirements in official settings.
这通过列出物品来肯定回应。「这里」强调它们就在现场。有助于在官方场合确认您符合要求。
Please fill out this application form.
This instructs someone to complete a document. 'Fill out' is the phrasal verb for writing information in forms. It's a standard phrase in administrative tasks.
这指示某人完成一份文件。'Fill out' 是填写表格中信息的短语动词。这是行政任务中的标准短语。
It asks for your name, address, phone number, and email.
This explains what information is needed. 'It asks for' personifies the form; the structure lists items with 'and' before the last one. Helpful for understanding form requirements.
这解释了需要哪些信息。「It asks for」将表单拟人化；结构使用最后的「and」来列出项目。有助于理解表单要求。
How long does it usually take to process?
This inquires about time for a procedure. 'Usually' means typically; present simple 'does it take' is for general questions about duration. Use it when asking about service times.
这是在询问程序所需的时间。'Usually' 意思是典型地；现在简单时 'does it take' 用于关于持续时间的通用问题。在询问服务时间时使用它。
We'll issue your card on the spot.
This means giving the card immediately. 'On the spot' is an idiom for right away. Future 'we'll' shows a promise; useful for reassuring customers about quick service.
这意味着立即发放卡片。“On the spot”是一个成语，意为“立即”。将来时“we'll”表示承诺；有助于让客户对快速服务感到安心。