【小编寄语】词典不是最重要的,关键在于语境。可以说,单词没有多少实际运用的价值,机械记忆的单词量再大,也不会真正提高你的外语水平。因此,从今天开始,可可听力频道针对“零英语”基础的朋友们,专门推出这档“听基础单词,练听力”的节目。每天我们之需要你听懂一个词,并提供一段相应的对话,加深大家的印象。相信滴水可以穿石,付出总会有收获的!
【今日基础词】Act
【Transcript】
W: Your child has above?average ability in reading.
M: Really? I’ve seen her act like a professional on the soccer field, but I was worried about her performance in school.
W: Well, I was a little worried that she might be biting off more than she can chew. But she is doing OK.
M: Her mother and I don’t want her to bury her talents.
W: Your daughter is a can-do person but no person should overdo it.
M: I see your point, Ms. Johnson. I must say that your teaching is quite exceptional. With your perfect skill, you’ve brought the best out of our daughter.
【注】bite off more than one can chew 力不从心;
overdo it 作过头;
exceptional a. 杰出的