你好呀，欢迎收听：英语考试Cat 🐱🐱🐱🐱 Show Notes 超字数了，需要查看重点词汇中英对照的朋友，请点这里。 Is it common in your country for people to move a lot? Yeah, I'd say so, especially for people to move from less developed areas to places with more opportunities. Most of these moves are driven by wanting better jobs, better education for kids, or easier access to resources like healthcare. And it’s not random; people tend to head toward areas where life feels more stable or where they can build a better future. A lot of people from small towns or rural areas in inland provinces, for instance, move to the capital city of their province since those cities usually have more factories, bigger companies, or better schools. Others might even move further, like from western parts of the country to coastal areas. So while not everyone moves, it’s definitely a common trend. People mostly move to chase better opportunities, and that makes sense for anyone wanting to improve their life. Do most people in your country live in cities? Actually, I'm not sure, but if I had to say, I'd guess that it's about 50/50 as there are still plenty of people living in rural areas; however, the younger generation is more likely to be in, or move to, a city. The older generation, our parents or grandparents, often remain in the countryside because that’s where their homes are, where they've worked for their whole lives, and where their communities are. Most young people I know from high school, however, are in big cities like Beijing or Guangzhou, with some studying at universities, others getting jobs in finance or education, which are harder to find in small towns. Cities also have modern facilities like shopping malls and museums, both of which are important to the younger generation. So overall, I'd say the numbers of people in cities is growing, but the split between rural and urban is predominately based on demographics, which seems to be fairly evenly split between the elderly and young. Why do some people like to live in the same place their whole lives? Hmm, let me think about that. Well, I guess there are probably two main reasons, the first is that they are happy and comfortable where they are and I guess the second reason is they don’t have a strong enough reason, or the ability, to move. For the ones who choose to stay, it's usually about attachment to their community, their home, or the life they've built. For others, it might be that moving feels too risky or impractical, like if they have family to care for, or if they don’t need to move for work or school. To move is actually a big hassle, what with the packing, the cost, the resettling in, etcetera, so that puts many off I think if there isn't a strong enough reason to move or if they are fairly content where they are presently situated. So it's not so much about being "afraid of change", rather, it's more about either loving the life they have, or having practical reasons that make moving hard. For those people, staying in the same place isn't a compromise, it's simply the best choice for them. Is it important to travel a lot? Personally speaking, yes, I think it is. I mean, it certainly is an individual choice, but I think travelling broadens one's horizons no doubt. Whether it is important to travel a lot though, I'm not too sure what 'a lot' means, but despite that, I think the more experience one has about travelling, the better. Travelling is not just about "having fun" I think, as I believe it can also help you reshape your perspective, understand different ways of living and that type of thing, so, the more you travel, the more open your mind becomes, I think. Even just travelling in one's own country can open your eyes to different ways of life. I know many that have travelled to Tibet or Yunnan, and they always comment on the local dialect and different traditions people have. So, the more you do, the more you learn. So every trip, long or short, I think can teach you something new, and that's why I think travelling is important. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 顺便打个广告： 欢迎朋友们加入我的【知识星球】 里面有10万字的雅思口语书，内容梗概： (1) 78个Part 1话题语料 (2) 55个Part 3话题语料 (3) 40个Part 2话题语料 (4) 雅思口语高分tips (5) 雅思口语高分词汇表达 这本口语书是PDF的，放在了我的知识星球，星球里除了这本书，还有雅思听说读写、语法基础知识等内容。 星球目前的价格是388元/年，欢迎加入。如不适合，星球可以3天无理由退款，付的款会原路返还给你。

你好呀，欢迎收听：英语考试Cat 🐱🐱🐱🐱 Show Notes 超字数了，需要查看重点词汇中英对照的朋友，请点这里。 Are meetings common for most businesses in your country? Yes, I'd say they're ubiquitous! No matter how big or small they are, seems everybody attends meetings. They're seen as a key way to share information, align work processes, and solve problems together. Different types of businesses might have meetings for different reasons, but you'd be hard-pressed to find a company that doesn't hold them regularly. Most of my peers, doesn't matter if they work in a large or small company, often mention they spend a few hours a week in meetings. From what I can tell, it's something anybody who works in an office will experience at least once a week, but I also know that even in factories, workers will also have meetings probably once a week, too. So I reckon meetings are a standard part of how most businesses operate. They're just seen as a necessary way to keep everyone on the same page. Are meetings a waste of time? It's a funny question because I know most people, including myself, often think or say that, but honestly, at the end of the day, I think meetings are an important way to keep teams aligned with the overall direction of a project or a company. I think the point is whether the meeting manager, the chairperson of the meeting, is organized or not. If they aren't organized or if the meeting is lacking a firm agenda, then it tends to be a waste of time. However, if the meeting has a clear theme, the chairperson is in control, and no one wastes time pontificating, then they can be useful. For example, I've heard colleagues complain about "update meetings" where everyone just lists what they did that week—no one asks questions, no problems get solved, and it could've been summed up in an email. These meetings definitely feel like a waste of time. But then there are meetings that actually move things forward: like a project kickoff meeting where everyone agrees on what needs to be done, who's in charge, and when the deadlines are set for. So meetings aren't inherently a waste, they're only a waste if they're poorly planned. When they have a clear point and stay focused, they're actually a good way to get things done. How could meetings be made more efficient? It's a good question! This is something many employees talk about actually. I think the main suggestion is that goals are set clearly so everyone knows why they're there, additionally, managing time so the meeting doesn't drag on, and finally making sure everyone leaves knowing what to do next. For example, first, the chairperson should set a clear agenda before the meeting and send it to everyone. Then, the chairperson should effectively lead the meeting and keep track of time, and if a topic starts to veer off topic, they can say, "Let's discuss this more later" so the meeting doesn't fall behind schedule. And at the end, I also think there should be a sum up of the key decisions and assign next steps. It's really about being intentional...small things like an agenda, a timekeeper, and clear next steps can turn a messy, slow meeting into an efficient one. How has technology changed the way people hold meetings? I think mostly by making them more flexible and saving time, especially for teams that aren't in the same place. Before, most meetings had to be in person, which meant traveling or scheduling around everyone's location. Now, technology lets people meet from anywhere, and it also makes sharing information during meetings easier. Using tools like Zoom mean teams in different locations can meet without anyone traveling. Technology also lets people share screens during meetings, so if someone's talking about a report or a design, they can show it to everyone right away. Overall, technology has made meetings more convenient and less time-consuming. It’s not that in-person meetings are gone, but now people have more options, and that makes it easier to collaborate, no matter where everyone is. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 顺便打个广告： 欢迎朋友们加入我的【知识星球】 里面有10万字的雅思口语书，内容梗概： (1) 78个Part 1话题语料 (2) 55个Part 3话题语料 (3) 40个Part 2话题语料 (4) 雅思口语高分tips (5) 雅思口语高分词汇表达 这本口语书是PDF的，放在了我的知识星球，星球里除了这本书，还有雅思听说读写、语法基础知识等内容。 星球目前的价格是388元/年，欢迎加入。如不适合，星球可以3天无理由退款，付的款会原路返还给你。

你好呀，欢迎收听：英语考试Cat 🐱🐱🐱🐱 Why do people commit crimes? Oh, that's a tough question. I think the reasons vary, but I'd say the number one reason is poverty. When you need something, whether it's food or clothes or something else and you don't have the money to buy it, it makes theft and robbing far more tempting. I think another reason is outside influences, whether from media, like movies, or even from one's peers. Young people especially are impressionable, so the more they hear and see crimes being committed, it is bound to have an influence on their minds. For example, I've heard about teenagers getting involved in small crimes, like bullying or shoplifting because their friends are doing it. They might want to fit in, or they see something cool online, like pranks that cross into illegal territory, and don't realize how serious it is. So, all in all, I think crime rarely has a single cause, perhaps another is even that it, the cause, is hardwired or socialized, but I think generally, it's a mix of influences, pressure, and poor judgment. How can criminals be rehabilitated? I'm really not sure about this. I guess for younger offenders, rehabilitating them might include building the skills and mindset necessary to operate in society, but the older a criminal is, it probably means they have been committing crime for a long time, but were never caught, so by the time they are, it might be too late to change their thinking. For non-violent crimes though, I think the main focus should be on addressing why they committed the crime in the first place, whether that's a lack of education, no job skills, or even emotional issues. If you can't fix the root causes, then they are more likely to go back to crime. So, as far as I'm concerned, I think poverty is one of the main causes of crime. Before there used to be a huge problem of stealing and pickpocketing and that type of thing, but now, with society becoming more well-off and people having more money, crime has been greatly reduced. So, while rehab isn't easy, I think it can work when it's focused on "helping, not just punishing." It's about giving people the tools to make better choices. 由于字数限制，这次没办法放重点词汇的中英对照，如需查看，请点击：英语考试Cat公众号。 What is the purpose of punishment? I think punishment has a few key purposes. It's not just to "punish" someone for what they did, but also to protect others and stop future crime. It's more about fairness and prevention than just being revengeful. First, it's about justice for the person who was harmed. If someone steals or hurts another person, punishment shows that their actions have consequences. Second, it protects society: putting a dangerous criminal behind bars keeps them from hurting more people. And third, it's a warning, both to the criminal so they don't do it again if they get released and to others so they think twice before breaking the law. For example, if someone is punished for assault, it sends a message to everyone that hurting others isn't okay, and that if you do it, you'll face consequences. So punishment isn't just about "getting even". It's about keeping people safe, teaching a lesson, and making sure everyone understands that breaking the rules has consequences. Are punishment and revenge the same? No, they're definitely not the same: punishment is about fairness and rules, while revenge is more about anger or getting even for something that hurt you. The key difference is who's in control and what the goal is. Punishment is usually carried out by the law and follows clear rules, and it's not random, and the goal is to protect society or rehabilitate the criminal. Revenge, though, is personal: someone acts out of anger, and they might not care about rules or who else gets hurt. If someone steals your phone, for example, and the police catch them, the punishment might be prison. That's not revenge; it's the law making sure the thief faces consequences, and maybe learns not to steal again. But if you saw the thief and decided to "get back" at them, that's revenge, which is an emotional way of behaving. So the big difference is that punishment is about order and fairness, while revenge is about personal anger. That's why we have laws to handle crime, instead of letting people take matters into their own hands. 由于字数限制，这次没办法放重点词汇的中英对照，如需查看，请点击：英语考试Cat公众号。 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 顺便打个广告： 欢迎朋友们加入我的【知识星球】 里面有10万字的雅思口语书，内容梗概： (1) 78个Part 1话题语料 (2) 55个Part 3话题语料 (3) 40个Part 2话题语料 (4) 雅思口语高分tips (5) 雅思口语高分词汇表达 这本口语书是PDF的，放在了我的知识星球，星球里除了这本书，还有雅思听说读写、语法基础知识等内容。 星球目前的价格是388元/年，欢迎加入。如不适合，星球可以3天无理由退款，付的款会原路返还给你。

你好呀，欢迎收听：英语考试Cat 🐱🐱🐱🐱 Today, I want to share a recent flight experience—one that helped me figure out a useful mindset for IELTS Speaking Part 1. Here's what happened ~ 点击这里查看原文。 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 顺便打个广告： 欢迎朋友们加入英语考试Cat的【知识星球】 里面有10万字的雅思口语书，内容梗概： (1) 78个Part 1话题语料 (2) 55个Part 3话题语料 (3) 40个Part 2话题语料 (4) 雅思口语高分tips (5) 雅思口语高分词汇表达 这本口语书是PDF的，放在了我的知识星球，星球里除了这本书，还有雅思听说读写、语法基础知识等内容。 星球目前的价格是388元/年，欢迎加入。如不适合，星球可以3天无理由退款，付的款会原路返还给你。

你好呀，欢迎收听：英语考试Cat 🐱🐱🐱🐱 Did you do many chores as a child? Yes, definitely. As a kid, I took on quite a few domestic duties around the house and even helped with farmwork since I grew up on a farm. I started cooking at an early age, in fact, so early that I could barely reach the stove at first! On top of that, I did the dishes, washed clothes in a basin, swept the floor and the yard outside. When market days came around, I also helped sell our fresh vegetables. Basically, I did whatever I could to lend a hand at home; there wasn't much I shied away from if it meant helping out the family. - took on quite a few domestic duties：承担不少家务事 - at an early age：在很小的时候 - barely reach the stove：几乎够不到灶台 - On top of that：除此之外 - basin：盆 - came around：到的时候 - lend a hand：帮忙 - shied away from：回避 What chores do you typically do now? These days, I cook most of my meals, wash the dishes right after eating to avoid them piling up, and take care of my cats, feeding them and cleaning their litter box every day. I also do the laundry once a week, and I'll iron my clothes for work. As for cleaning the room, I tidy up once in a while to keep things from getting too messy...just daily upkeep stuff. - piling up：堆积 - cleaning their litter box：清理猫砂盆 - do the laundry：洗衣服 - tidy up once in a while：偶尔整理 - daily upkeep stuff：日常维护的活儿 Are there any chores you dislike doing? Absolutely. I hate sweeping and mopping. I usually put it off until I can't stand how messy it gets! The main reason the floor becomes dirty is because of my own hair and of course the cat fur. When I sweep, I hate having to pick out all the loose hairs that wrap around the broom. That said, I've found a way to make it bearable: I'll play my favorite music through a speaker while I roll up my sleeves to do a proper cleaning of the room. This way, I actually enjoy the process a little bit. - sweeping and mopping：扫地和拖地 - put it off：推迟；拖延 - messy：脏乱；凌乱 - cat fur：猫毛 - pick out：挑出 - wrap around the broom：缠绕在扫帚上 - make it bearable：让它变得可以忍受 - roll up my sleeves：卷起袖子 - do a proper cleaning：进行一次彻底的清洁 - a little bit：一点儿；稍微 Do men or women do more chores in your country? I'd say women still do more chores in most households here, there's no doubt about that. Whether it's a family in the city or the countryside, women are usually the ones handling most of the daily household tasks. They cook the meals, keep the house clean, do the grocery shopping, and look after the kids. Even though more men are helping out now than before, the majority of chores still fall to women in a typical family setup I think. - in most households：在大多数家庭中 - there's no doubt about that：毫无疑问 - handling：处理 - do the grocery shopping：采购食品杂货 - look after：照料 - Even though：即使；尽管 - the majority of：……的大多数 - fall to：落到……身上 - a typical family setup：典型的家庭 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 最近没更新，是因为Lauren 这段时间在布达佩斯出差，行程紧凑就暂时耽误了更新。先跟大家说声抱歉～分享几张布达佩斯的照片，一起云打卡这座城！Have a great weekend! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 顺便打个广告： 欢迎朋友们加入我的【知识星球】 里面有10万字的雅思口语书，内容梗概： (1) 78个Part 1话题语料 (2) 55个Part 3话题语料 (3) 40个Part 2话题语料 (4) 雅思口语高分tips (5) 雅思口语高分词汇表达 这本口语书是PDF的，放在了我的知识星球，星球里除了这本书，还有雅思听说读写、语法基础知识等内容。 星球目前的价格是388元/年，欢迎加入。如不适合，星球可以3天无理由退款，付的款会原路返还给你。

你好呀，欢迎收听：英语考试Cat 🐱🐱🐱🐱 今天来聊聊怎么写雅思大作文的introduction。 播客文稿点这里。 Mac的雅思范文专辑点这里。 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 顺便打个广告： 欢迎朋友们加入我的【知识星球】 里面有10万字的雅思口语书，内容梗概： (1) 78个Part 1话题语料 (2) 55个Part 3话题语料 (3) 40个Part 2话题语料 (4) 雅思口语高分tips (5) 雅思口语高分词汇表达 这本口语书是PDF的，放在了我的知识星球，星球里除了这本书，还有雅思听说读写、语法基础知识等内容。 星球目前的价格是388元/年，欢迎加入。如不适合，星球可以3天无理由退款，付的款会原路返还给你。

你好呀，欢迎收听：英语考试Cat 🐱🐱🐱🐱 Do you often write down notes? Yes, I do actually, in fact, it's almost a daily habit for me. I've always found that putting things down on paper helps them stick in my mind better, so I prefer pen and paper when I can. My memory's never been my strongest point, so notes act like a safety net—whether it's a quick reminder to buy groceries, a deadline for work, or a snippet of advice from a friend. Come to mention it, I keep a small notebook in my bag where I jot down to-do lists. As a student, though, I switched to digital notes during classes, typing on my laptop is faster, and it's easier to organize them into folders or add links, which makes reviewing easier. Either way, notes are pretty much essential for me to stay on top of things. * always found that：始终觉得 * stick in my mind：牢记在脑海 * my strongest point：我的强项/长处 * a safety net：安全保障；让人安心 * a quick reminder: 快速提醒 * buy groceries：购买食品杂货 * a snippet of advice：一点建议；“snippet” 表示简短、零散的内容 * Come to mention it：说到这个（用于转换话题、补充相关内容时的衔接语） * jot down：匆匆记下；随手写下 * switched to：切换到；转用 * folders：文件夹 * stay on top of things：对情况了如指掌/保持有序状态 Do you make a lot of lists on your phone? I do use my phone for lists, but not excessively. It's more for quick, on-the-go reminders. For instance, if I'm out and suddenly remember I need to do something, I'll send myself a quick message on WeChat. Once I've done the task, I delete the message to keep things tidy; if not, it'll linger there for a while. When I'm in a rush, I'll even send myself voice notes because it's faster than typing. * excessively：过度地；过分地 * on-the-go reminders：即时提醒；“on-the-go” 强调随时随地 * keep things tidy：让事情保持整洁（有序） * linger：留存；徘徊 * in a rush：匆忙；赶时间 When do you usually make notes? I make notes in all sorts of situations—during classes, work meetings, or even just when I'm planning my day. Since my memory's a bit unreliable, notes are my way of "saving" important details. At work, I'll scribble down key points from meetings, then review them later to map out my next steps, otherwise, I might forget a crucial deadline. For classes, I take notes in lectures, which I'll flip through before exams or when I'm revisiting a topic for assignments. Even with personal stuff, like weekend plans or a book recommendation, I'll note it down or take screenshots. It's like having a backup for my brain. * in all sorts of situations：在各种各样的情况下 * unreliable：靠不住的 * scribble down：匆匆记下 * map out: 规划、拟定 * my next steps：后续步骤；下一步计划 * assignments：作业；任务 * personal stuff：个人事务；私人事情 * recommendation：推荐 * take screenshots：截屏 * backup：备份 Is it common in your country for people to write notes? I think it varies by age group. Younger people, like students or professionals in their 20s and 30s, often rely on notes I'm sure, whether it's digital apps or notebooks. We're so used to juggling multiple tasks that writing things down feels second nature. For older generations, though, it's a bit different. Many prefer keeping mental notes—they've got a knack for remembering things without writing them down. But even among them, some will jot down important stuff, like doctor's appointments, just to be safe, but as with my parents or grandfather, it'll be on some scrap of paper, so it's easily lost. Overall, note-taking is pretty common, but the how and why depend on who you ask. * age group：年龄段 * professionals：职场人士 * in their 20s and 30s：二三十岁 * juggling multiple tasks：同时处理多项任务；“juggle” 原义 “玩杂耍”，引申为 “同时应付、兼顾” * feels second nature：习以为常 * older generations：老一辈 * keeping mental notes：记在脑子里 * got a knack for：有…… 的诀窍；擅长…… * doctor's appointments：就医预约 * just to be safe：保险起见；以防万一 * scrap of paper：一张小纸片；零碎纸张 * note-taking：记笔记；这是名词化的表达，指记笔记这个行为 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 顺便打个广告： 欢迎朋友们加入我的【知识星球】 里面有10万字的雅思口语书，内容梗概： (1) 78个Part 1话题语料 (2) 55个Part 3话题语料 (3) 40个Part 2话题语料 (4) 雅思口语高分tips (5) 雅思口语高分词汇表达 这本口语书是PDF的，放在了我的知识星球，星球里除了这本书，还有雅思听说读写、语法基础知识等内容。 星球目前的价格是388元/年，欢迎加入。如不适合，星球可以3天无理由退款，付的款会原路返还给你。

你好呀，欢迎收听：英语考试Cat 🐱🐱🐱🐱 Are there a lot of buildings where you live? Oh, absolutely. My neighborhood is packed with high-rises—residential buildings, office blocks, shopping malls, that sort of thing. But it's not all concrete; there are plenty of houses too, since the area's a mix of middle-class and higher-income residents. What I love most is that despite the buildings, there's loads of greenery—trees, shrubs, small gardens. It never feels like a concrete jungle, which is why I've stuck around for so long in the area. * packed with：挤满了 * residential buildings：住宅楼 * that sort of thing：诸如此类的东西 * concrete：混凝土 * a mix of：由…… 混合组成 * residents：居民 * greenery：绿化 * a concrete jungle：钢筋水泥森林 * stuck around：待在（某地） What kind of architecture do you like the most? Tough to pick, but I'm really drawn to traditional Chinese architecture. Just recently, I visited a valley in Jiangxi Province where all the buildings have that classic style. The exteriors are beautiful—curved tile roofs, wooden lattice windows that you push open outward—even though the interiors are modern. Walking through them, it felt like stepping into a scene from a martial arts movie. It was absolutely stunning; there's something so timeless about that design. * Tough to pick ：很难选 * drawn to ：被…… 吸引；对…… 感兴趣 * classic style ：经典风格 * exteriors ：外部；外观 * curved tile roofs ：翘角瓦屋顶 * lattice windows ：格子窗 * interiors ：内部；室内 * scene from a martial arts movie ：武侠电影场景 * stunning ：令人惊叹 * timeless ：永恒的；永不过时的 Where would you live, if you could live in any home in the world? I'd love a house in the hills, overlooking a valley. Growing up in a mountainous area, I miss waking up to those views—watching the seasons change from my window, seeing snow dust the peaks in winter or leaves turn gold in autumn. It'd be perfect to have easy access to the woods too, where I could go for walks, gather firewood, or even pick wild mushrooms in season. Being that close to nature just feels right for me. * overlooking：俯瞰；眺望 * mountainous area：山区 * dust（此处为动词）：覆盖；撒满（薄尘等） * snow dust the peaks：雪覆盖山峰（像撒了一层薄雪） * have easy access to：方便到达 * gather firewood：拾柴火 * in season：（水果、蔬菜等）当季；时令 Is architecture an important part of a city's identity? Definitely. A city's skyline and iconic buildings basically define it I think. Like when you see the Canton Tower, you instantly think of Guangzhou. Or the Temple of Heaven or CCTV Headquarters—they're tied to Beijing's identity. These structures tell a story about the city's history, culture, or even its modern aspirations. So yeah, architecture is a huge part of what makes a city unique I believe. * skyline ：天际线 * iconic buildings ：标志性建筑 * define ：界定；定义 * the Canton Tower ：广州塔 * the Temple of Heaven ：天坛 * CCTV Headquarters ：中央电视台总部大楼 * tied to ：与…… 紧密关联；和…… 绑定 * structures ：建筑物；建筑结构 * modern aspirations ：现代追求 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 顺便打个广告： 欢迎朋友们加入我的【知识星球】 里面有10万字的雅思口语书，内容梗概： (1) 78个Part 1话题语料 (2) 55个Part 3话题语料 (3) 40个Part 2话题语料 (4) 雅思口语高分tips (5) 雅思口语高分词汇表达 这本口语书是PDF的，放在了我的知识星球，星球里除了这本书，还有雅思听说读写、语法基础知识等内容。 星球目前的价格是388元/年，欢迎加入。如不适合，星球可以3天无理由退款，付的款会原路返还给你。

你好呀，欢迎收听：英语考试Cat 🐱🐱🐱🐱 Do you like driving? Well, I think I would, but to be honest, I haven't got my driver's license yet. Learning to drive has been on my to-do list for years, but due to various circumstances, it has been constantly deprioritized. I still vividly recall a friend of mine once saying that driving has expanded her 'life radius', and I am eager to experience the same freedom and convenience for myself. * driver's license：驾照 * various circumstances：各种各样的情况 * constantly：不断 * deprioritized：被降为次要；被搁置（原词“deprioritize”的过去分词形式，意为降低……的优先次序 ） * vividly：生动地 * driving：驾驶；驱车旅行 * expanded：扩大；扩展 * life radius：生活半径 * eager：渴望的；热切的 Where was the last place you drove? As I just mentioned, I don't drive, so I haven't driven anywhere. However, if I had a car, I would love to take a road trip to the western part of Sichuan province with one or two friends. The scenery there is absolutely breathtaking, and driving would allow us to explore the area at our own pace, which is much more convenient than relying on public transportation. In saying that, I have been on road trips and I enjoyed them very much. * take a road trip to the western part of Sichuan province：去川西公路旅行 * scenery：风景 * breathtaking：令人惊叹的 * at our own pace：按自己的节奏 * relying on：依赖；依靠 * In saying that：话虽如此 (用于补充说明，先提出一种情况，接着用此短语引出相关补充内容) Where do you like to sit in a car? I always prefer the front passenger seat because it provides an unobstructed view of the road ahead. There's something about being in that seat that makes me feel more connected to the journey and less claustrophobic. And when I'm on a road trip with a friend to some remote, off-the-beaten-path destinations, I love to kick back, put my feet up, and enjoy the passing scenery while listening to our favorite music. It's such a relaxing and enjoyable experience. * front passenger seat：副驾驶座 * unobstructed view of the road ahead：前方道路的无遮挡视野 * something about being in that seat that makes me feel：坐在那个座位上产生的那种让我有…… 感觉 （“something about...that...” 是一种常用表达 ） * more connected to the journey：与旅途更有联结感 * less claustrophobic：没那么幽闭恐惧 * remote, off-the-beaten-path destinations：偏远、小众的目的地 * kick back: 放松休息 * put my feet up：把脚搭起来 * the passing scenery：沿途的风景 Is driving common in your country? Yes, sure, driving of course is very common in China. The average family owns a car, and nowadays, electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular and cheaper and I think especially for city dwellers, they are becoming a must-have. While the public transportation system in China is well-developed and efficient, people still want the freedom to go where they want, especially on the weekends when many people will go on a short trip. Having a car offers a more flexible and convenient way to get around, particularly when traveling to places that are not easily accessible by public transport. * very common：很普遍 * The average family owns a car：普通家庭都有汽车 * electric vehicles：电动汽车 * city dwellers：城市居民 * a must-have:必备品 * well-developed：完善 * go on a short trip：进行一次短途旅行 * more flexible and convenient way to get around：更灵活便捷的出行方式 * not easily accessible：不易到达的 、交通不便抵达的 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 顺便打个广告： 欢迎朋友们加入我的【知识星球】 里面有10万字的雅思口语书，内容梗概： (1) 78个Part 1话题语料 (2) 55个Part 3话题语料 (3) 40个Part 2话题语料 (4) 雅思口语高分tips (5) 雅思口语高分词汇表达 这本口语书是PDF的，放在了我的知识星球，星球里除了这本书，还有雅思听说读写、语法基础知识等内容。 星球目前的价格是388元/年，欢迎加入。如不适合，星球可以3天无理由退款，付的款会原路返还给你。

你好呀，欢迎收听：英语考试Cat 🐱🐱🐱🐱 今天来聊一聊雅思大作文必备基础知识。 播客文稿点这里。 Mac的雅思范文专辑点这里。 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 顺便打个广告： 欢迎朋友们加入我的【知识星球】 里面有10万字的雅思口语书，内容梗概： (1) 78个Part 1话题语料 (2) 55个Part 3话题语料 (3) 40个Part 2话题语料 (4) 雅思口语高分tips (5) 雅思口语高分词汇表达 这本口语书是PDF的，放在了我的知识星球，星球里除了这本书，还有雅思听说读写、语法基础知识等内容。 星球目前的价格是388元/年，欢迎加入。如不适合，星球可以3天无理由退款，付的款会原路返还给你。

你好呀，欢迎收听：英语考试Cat 🐱🐱🐱🐱 今天来聊一聊英语里的chunking。 播客文稿点这里。 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 顺便打个广告： 欢迎朋友们加入我的【知识星球】 里面有10万字的雅思口语书，内容梗概： (1) 78个Part 1话题语料 (2) 55个Part 3话题语料 (3) 40个Part 2话题语料 (4) 雅思口语高分tips (5) 雅思口语高分词汇表达 这本口语书是PDF的，放在了我的知识星球，星球里除了这本书，还有雅思听说读写、语法基础知识等内容。 星球目前的价格是388元/年，欢迎加入。如不适合，星球可以3天无理由退款，付的款会原路返还给你。

你好呀，欢迎收听：英语考试Cat 🐱🐱🐱🐱 近期没怎么更新，是因为主播俩人都在新加坡NUS参加毕业典礼 :-) 1. Do you prefer to drink coffee or tea? Well, I have to say I like both, but it depends on the time of day and the occasion, but overall I have a preference for coffee. In the mornings, I can't start my day without a cup of coffee to shake off the grogginess. And sometimes, I'll have another one around noon to keep me energized for the afternoon. It's almost like a necessity for me to get through the day. Tea, on the other hand, is more for social situations. For example, when I'm meeting elders or family members who are into tea, I'll go for a cup of tea to fit in. * but overall：但总体而言 * I have a preference for：我更喜欢 * shake off the grogginess：摆脱昏昏沉沉的状态 * keep me energized：让我保持精力充沛 * a necessity：一种必需品 * get through the day：度过一天 * social situations：社交场合 * who are into tea：喜欢喝茶 * to fit in：融入；合群 2. Is coffee a popular drink in your country? Absolutely! Coffee has been gaining a lot of popularity, especially among the younger generation over the past decade or so. You can see it everywhere – from big coffee chains to cute little boutique coffee shops popping up in cities of all sizes. These coffee shops have become more than just places to grab a drink; they're like social hubs where young people hang out, chat, work on their laptops, or just relax with a book. So yeah, coffee is definitely a big hit here. * gaining a lot of popularity：大受欢迎 * over the past decade or so：在过去十年左右 * big coffee chains：大型咖啡连锁店 * boutique coffee shops：精品咖啡店 * popping up：突然出现 * cities of all sizes：各种规模的城市 * grab a drink：买杯饮料 * social hubs：社交中心 * a big hit：非常受欢迎的事物 3. How do you like to drink coffee? I'm not quite sure what you mean by “how do I like”, but when I'm at home, I enjoy making my own coffee. I usually go for a hot cup, made from ground coffee, with a splash of milk, giving it a smooth and creamy taste. But when I'm out at a coffee shop or something like that, I’ll probably opt for an iced mocha with a dollop of cream on top – it's sweet and refreshing. Sometimes though, I'll switch it up and get a cappuccino for a change of pace. * I'm not quite sure what you mean by：我不太确定你说的……是什么意思 * go for a hot cup：来一杯热的 * ground coffee：研磨咖啡 * a splash of milk：一点牛奶 * smooth and creamy taste：顺滑醇厚的口感 * opt for an iced mocha：选择冰摩卡 * a dollop of cream：一团奶油 * sweet and refreshing：香甜清爽 * switch it up：换一下 * cappuccino：卡布奇诺 * a change of pace：改变一下节奏 4. When was the last time you had some coffee? Oh, actually, I just had some this morning. As I said before, it's a must-have for me to kick-start my day. I brewed a cup at home and it really helped me feel more alert and ready to tackle the day. I might have another cup later this afternoon, but I'll make sure not to have it too late, otherwise, I'll be wide awake all night, which is the last thing I want. * actually：实际上 * As I said before：正如我之前所说 * a must-have：必备之物 * kick-start my day：开启我的一天 * brewed a cup：煮了一杯 * more alert：感觉更警觉 * tackle the day：应对这一天 * wide awake：完全清醒 * the last thing I want：我最不想的事 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 顺便打个广告： 欢迎朋友们加入我的【知识星球】 里面有10万字的雅思口语书，内容梗概： (1) 78个Part 1话题语料 (2) 55个Part 3话题语料 (3) 40个Part 2话题语料 (4) 雅思口语高分tips (5) 雅思口语高分词汇表达 这本口语书是PDF的，放在了我的知识星球，星球里除了这本书，还有雅思听说读写、语法基础知识等内容。 星球目前的价格是388元/年，欢迎加入。如不适合，星球可以3天无理由退款，付的款会原路返还给你。