Asking for Directions (Car)
A driver is lost and pulls over to ask a pedestrian for directions to a specific location.
一位司机迷路了，靠边停车向一位行人询问如何前往某个特定地点。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
lost
If you are lost, it means you do not know where you are or how to get to your destination. Use this when asking for directions.
如果你迷路了，这意味着你不知道自己在哪儿，也不知道如何到达目的地。问路时使用这个。
traffic light
A traffic light is a signal at a road intersection that controls traffic with red, yellow, and green lights. Common in directions for driving.
交通信号灯是位于道路交叉口的一个信号，使用红、黄、绿灯控制交通。在驾驶方向指示中常见。
turn left
This means to change direction to the left when driving or walking. It's a basic direction phrase used in navigation.
这意味着在开车或步行时向左改变方向。它是导航中使用的基本方向短语。
go straight
To go straight means to continue in the same direction without turning. Often used in giving or asking for directions.
直走意味着不转弯，继续朝同一个方向前进。通常用于指路或问路。
half a mile
Half a mile is about 800 meters, a common distance unit in English-speaking countries for driving directions.
半英里大约是800米，是英语国家中用于驾驶方向的常见距离单位。
on your right
This indicates the location to the right side as you face it. Useful for describing where something is while giving directions.
这表示当你面对它时右侧的位置。用于在给出方向时描述某物所在的位置。
can't miss it
This idiom means it's very easy to find or notice something because it's obvious. Use it to reassure someone about directions.
这个习语的意思是找到或注意到某物非常容易，因为它很明显。用它来安慰某人关于方向的指引。
drive safely
A polite way to say goodbye to someone driving, wishing them a safe journey. Common in transportation conversations.
一种礼貌的向开车的人说再见的方式，祝他们旅途平安。在交通对话中常见。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
Excuse me! Could you possibly help me? I think I'm a bit lost.
This is a polite way to start asking for help when you're lost. 'Could you possibly' makes it very courteous. Use it to approach strangers for directions.
这是当你迷路时开始寻求帮助的礼貌方式。“您能”使它非常礼貌。用于向陌生人询问方向。
What are you looking for?
A natural response when someone asks for help. It directly asks for the destination. Useful for clarifying in direction-giving situations.
当有人寻求帮助时的自然回应。它直接询问目的地。在给出方向的情况下有助于澄清。
Do you know how to get there from here?
This question seeks directions from the current location to a place. 'Get there' means to arrive at. Great for confirming routes.
这个问题是从当前位置到某个地方的路线指示。'Get there' 意思是到达。非常适合确认路线。
You need to go back the way you came, to the traffic light.
Gives a direction to return along the same path. 'The way you came' refers to the route taken. Essential for correcting wrong turns while driving.
提供沿同一路径返回的方向指示。「来时的路」指的是所走的路线。在驾驶中纠正错误转弯时必不可少。
At the traffic light, turn left. Go straight for about half a mile.
This combines specific instructions: turn at a point and continue straight a distance. 'About' shows approximation. Key pattern for step-by-step directions.
这结合了具体的指示：在某点转弯并直行一段距离。'About' 表示近似。步步为营方向的关键模式。
You'll see the library on your right. It's a big brick building.
Describes a landmark to help identify the place. 'You'll see' predicts visibility. Use details like 'big brick building' to make directions clear.
描述了一个地标来帮助识别地点。'You'll see' 预测可见性。使用如 'big brick building' 之类的细节来使方向清晰。
So, no turns after that left at the light, just straight?
This confirms understanding by repeating and asking for clarification. It's a good habit in conversations to avoid mistakes. 'Just straight' means only go forward.
这通过重复和寻求澄清来确认理解。这是对话中避免错误的好习惯。「Just straight」意思是只向前走。
You can't miss it.
Reassures the listener that the place is easy to spot. Informal and encouraging. Use at the end of directions to build confidence.
安慰听众该地点容易找到。非正式且鼓励性。在方向说明末尾使用以增强信心。
Thank you so much for your help. I really appreciate it.
Expresses strong gratitude. 'So much' and 'really appreciate' emphasize thanks. Always use after receiving help to be polite.
表达强烈的感激之情。「So much」和「really appreciate」强调感谢。在收到帮助后总是使用以示礼貌。
You're very welcome! Drive safely.
A polite response to thanks, with a safety wish for drivers. 'You're welcome' is standard; add context-specific advice like this.
对感谢的礼貌回应，带有对司机的安全祝愿。'You're welcome' 是标准的；添加像这样的特定上下文建议。