流利美国口语3.1

（单词翻译）

W: I see you drink a lot of tea everyday. Do you like tea?

M: In fact I don’t like tea at all. But I drink it anyway because I know it’s good for my health.

W: That’s intriguing¹. I can never take things that I don’t like, even if it’s most nutritious². Take yogurt for example, I detest³ its taste.

M: Yogurt, really? You are intriguing too. Most people would not say no to them.

Dialogue 2.

M: What do you consider to be your weak points?

W: Frankly⁴ speaking, I am a typical Chinese workaholic. I don’t mind working late at night. Due to that I tend to leave the office late.

M: What kind of people are you reluctant to work with?

W: So far I haven’t met any particular kind. However I may rule out those who prefer chatting to working.

M: Do you prefer to work alone or as part of a team?

W: It depends on the type of work. Usually I prefer to work alone. But I can work either way. If necessary I don’t hesitate to join the team.

Dialogue 3.

W: Say, Lee. What’s you favorite animal?

M: I like cats best. They are so cute. What about you?

W: I like quite a lot of animals. So it’s really hard to say what I like best. I used to have 2 rabbits. But Simon says rabbits are too silly.

M: Then what’s his favorite pet?

W: He likes dogs. But I can never stand the yelping⁵.

Exercise.

1. The young man is crazy about black medal.

2. I have always been fond of you.

3. He is keen on playing cards, swimming and listening to music.

4. He is the least favorite person.

5. I detest people complaining.

6. The hit were killing⁶ me.

7. Girls like strolling through the doors of the glitzy boutique.

8. In contrast to those celebrities⁷ she prefers to keep an extremely low profile.

9. Yark, he is clumsy, unskilled and half-hearted.

10. He was media shy and always shield away from spotlight⁸.

11. It was old yes, it was shocking, it was disgusting.

12. People feel a strong aversion to the girl body suit sheet.

13. I like the color pink. My favorite season is autumn.

14. I don’t like opera, but I’d rather enjoy the costumes.

15. The film fans were nuts about the pop icon⁹ and couldn’t wait to see him.