Daily English Notes

What’s your secret to keeping up with all trending topics and current events ? 你能跟上所有趨勢話題和時事的秘訣是什麼？ * secret to + Ving What's your tip for catching up on the trends ?

He always does the bare minimum when it comes to work. She eats only the bare minimum to stay live .

My English is improving every day . I can see that my English is improving. I am getting better at English. I want to master English someday. My English learning process is slow but steady . I see learning English as one of my hobbies. I am good at reading and writing; however I am not as  confident in speaking.  // as 在這用於比較reading/writing He is an English expert. <casual> (He is an expert in English.<formal>)

 I don't like working with him because he seems to be angry all the time for no reason.

  She faked out her opponent by pretending to go left but then quickly moved right. * Deceive/ freak out/ trick  someone into doing something  騙某人去做某事

low-key [adj.] 低調 He is trying to keep a low profile and avoid causing any trouble . a low profile [n.] 低調  tone it down 低調/小聲一點

Get to the point ! Go ahead and speak up.

 in circles. Don't waste time!

They cannot exist together. They are enemies forever . They can never see eye to eye . They always be on opposing sides . They just don’t get along. 合不來

If it happened to me , I would do it differently. If I were in the same situation , I would handle it differently .

The typhoon will pass by tomorrow afternoon. The typhoon will move away after tomorrow afternoon. The typhoon should be gone by tomorrow afternoon.

 For real?

I don't feel like  tak ing a shower now. I don't feel up to  take  a shower now. I am not in the mood to take a shower now. I am too lazy to take a shower now.

或者可說: put up or shut up. (去做或閉嘴 = 不要只會用嘴巴講)

worn-out [adj.] 用壞了, 穿壞了, 不能再用的 My pants have been worn out for a long time. (for a while) These cars are worn-out and must be replaced.  這些車子壞了， 必須更新。 My shoes are worn out. 鞋穿壞了

Would you like me to help? = Do you need any help? Do you want a hand with that ? Is there anything I can help you with?

There is not much I can do about it. There's nothing I can do. There’s no good solution. There aren’t any good options . I can't handle it.

The food isn’t as good as he claimed (said).

If there’s anything left , please keep it for me . If there’s any remaining , please set it aside for me.  (放一邊留給我) If there’s any leftover , please leave it for me. Please save some for me if there’s any left.

I'm really used to him acting like this. I'm quite accustomed to him being like this. I've gotten used to him being this way. I'm used to the way he is.

 How is that my fault/mistake/responsibility? 怎麼會是我的錯/責任?

 He is explosive.

I think I think maybe being competitive is genetic. 我認爲競爭力可能是遺傳的

Does it still update? Are there any updates ? Do you have any updates?

You need to be extra careful. Make sure to be extra cautious . You have to put in extra effort . You have to push yourself even more .

Is there tension between you? Do you have any unresolved issues ? Is there a rift between you? rift = 裂縫 The bad blood has been passed down through generations . ( from generation to generation ) 心結一代傳一代

What would it take for you to join our team. 怎樣你才願意 What would it take for you to  forgive me?   What would it take for you to  relocate to another city? How much effort would it take for you to finish the project by tomorrow? 要花多少努力你才. How long would it take for you to get used to this new routine? 要多少時間你才..

 I take it as the driving force .  我把它當成前進的動力 I take it as a compliment. 我把當視為稱讚!

For real?  No Way! It's too good to be true . = It can't be true.

 This is not something you can afford to mess with/ play around with/ gamble on. 這不是你能玩得起的 (這裡不能用play不然詞不達意)

Say something out loud: To actually put something into words and voice it instead of just thinking it. Talk louder when saying something. If you have a suggestion, say it out loud so that everyone can hear it.

Can you think of a joke to break the ice at the beginning of the interview? Our car broke down and we had to push it off the road . When we gave her the bad news , she broke down and cried. 告訴她壞消息 Protesters broke through the barriers. 抗議者突破了障礙

These criticisms should not be taken personally.   She's always grumpy in the mornings, so don't take it personally . grumpy: 脾氣暴躁 As long as the criticism  is honestly given  and doesn't  get personal , I can handle it.  I didn't invite you this time, but don't  take it personally . It was  a last-minute decision.

 Assuming it is correct, why did it end up failing ? If you are right, then why did it still not work?

Similar sentences: Still ongoing. It's not finished yet. I'm still working on it. I'm still tackling it.

Start with + 名詞 Start with the basics. Let's start with introductions. Start with the easiest question. Start by + Ving Start by organiz ing your thoughts. Start from + 時間/地點 Start from zero/scratch. The race starts from the top of the hill.

你怎麼這麼愛辯? Why do you love  argui ng so much? Why are you so fond of debating?

趁著 = while Let's head out while the rain is light. 趁着小雨趕緊出門

It blows my mind that he won. = I am amazed that he won. It just blew my mind.

He can't handle this job. He isn't capable of doing this job. He isn't qualified for this job. He can't manage this job.

Tomorrow will be cloudy with outbreaks of rain and drizzle . 明天多雲，有 陣雨 和零星 小雨 。 It's drizzling now. 小雨

Rude:  Only an idiot would become a nurse. I think people who do it are just dumb. Polished:  I personally think that being a nurse isn’t a good career choice for me, but I respect those who choose it. Sarcastic: Dealing with sick people all day sounds like a dream job, right?

Formal: Employees who work for additional hours will receive overtime pay. Casual: If you work extra hours, you'll get overtime .

Overtime (noun/adverb) 1. I had to work overtime last weekend to meet the deadline. 2. Employees are compensated for overtime hours at a higher rate . 3. She frequently stays overtime during busy seasons. Over time (adv phrase) 隨著時間 1. Over time, he became more confident in his new role. 2. The equipment’s performance declined over time due to regular use. 3. Their friendship grew stronger over time despite the distance .

  我突然忘記我要講什麼 I suddenly can't remember what I wanted to say. I just forgot what I was about to say. I’m trying to recall where I left my keys. Can you describe it in detail ?"

It takes me two hours to commute to and from work . My round-trip commute to work takes two hours

I have been on my phone all day (我整天都在玩手機) The internet connection is very laggy . (網路連線非常 緩慢 ) What are you looking at / watching  on your phone ? I’m looking at YouTube videos on my phone.

Even though (儘管) //強調已發生的事實, 用過去式 Even though it was raining, we went for a hike Even though he studied hard, he didn't pass the exam. Even if (即使, 就算是) //假設, 用現在式+未來式 Even if it is true, you shouldn't say anything. I will go for a run even if it rains. Even if we fail, we will learn from our mistakes

[易搞混]  Don't pull me back  = drag me backward 指的是身體上的拉著我  Can't hold it in 忍不住 Don't hold me back 才是扯後腿 [例句] I won't let fear hold me back from pursuing my dreams.

Take out：有「移除、除掉、清除」的意思，常用於消除威脅、障礙、或人（如在軍事或比喻用法中）。 例句：They took out the threat before it could cause any harm .（他們在威脅造成傷害之前就消除了它。） Take off：主要指「拿掉、脫下（衣物）」或「飛機起飛」。 例句：Please take off your shoes before entering .（ 進門前 請脫鞋。）

We are not in a rush /hurry. The injured passengers were rushed to the hospital I  feel rushed . 我覺得很趕 I had plenty of time and didn't feel rushed. 我時間很夠 ，並不感到匆忙。 I’m not rushing. 我不著急

 Most of the people in the stadium cheered for the team. 體育場內的大部分人都為球隊加油 Cheer up! Keep it up! 加油 Hang in there 堅持下去

in the long run [從長遠來看, 最後] Studying may be difficult just now , but you will benefit from it in the long run . 學習 現在 也許很艱難, 但是你最終將會受益。  In the long run, it pays to be patient / be honest / work hard . 從長遠來看， 耐心 是值得的 。

我需要吃點可以提神的東西 I need to eat something to boost my energy. (Alternatively) I need to eat something that can wake me up .

take a note / make a note: 紀錄 n. 筆記 to take or make a note of sth. 記下某事物 to make a note to do sth. 記下要做某事 vt. 注意到; 注意 to note that ... 注意到… it is interesting to note that ... 有意思的是，… I'll just take a note of your name and address. 我記一下你的姓名和地址。 She made a  mental note  of the title. 她 牢牢地記住 了標題。 Make a note to call again next week.. 一定記得下週再打電話 He never takes notes   in class . His new theory  is worthy of   note. This is the note for sth. 這是sth的筆記 Note it on your smartphone.

Are you making some pancakes ? I like chewing gum . We have dessert after every meal. //W hen speaking in general about dessert as a concept.