贵且少见的美食(在某个文化或地区)
这是一个高级词汇,它可以这样用:
① Shark fins are a delicacy that has fallen out of favor.
鱼翅是一种失宠了的美食。
② Mantis shrimps are a delicacy in the east of the country.
皮皮虾是这个国家东部的美食。
③ A hundred years ago, chocolate was a delicacy only the rich could afford.
一百年前,巧克力是只有富人吃得起的美味。
· 法国的鹅肝 (goose liver):
Foie gras /,fwɑ:'ɡrɑ:/
· 法国的蜗牛 (snails):
Escargot /e'skɑːgəʊ/
· 法国的鱼子酱 (fish roe):
Caviar /'kævɪɑ:/
· 意大利的松露 (a type of fungus):
Truffle /'trʌfl/
Refreshments
少量的轻食和饮料
这也是一个高级词汇,refreshments通常会出现在:会议,活动,演出,长途旅行等场合。
① We'll have some refreshments available at the meeting.
会议上会提供一些轻食和饮料。
② They didn't serve a meal on the flight, but offered some light refreshements.
飞机上没有正餐,但是有小食品和饮料。
口语中会说:
Snacks and drinks
零食和饮料
例句:We'll have some snacks and drinks at the party.
派对上会有些零食和饮料。