第五讲

    Para. 2
    Yes, a proper introduction will leave a good first impression upon others. However, American introductions are usually rather simple. In the United States, most people don’t like using Mr., Mrs. or Miss in introductions. They find these terms too formal. They prefer first names to formal titles in most cases. For example, a gentleman may say, “Glad to meet you. I’m Miller. But call me Paul.” Sometimes a woman you meet for the first time may say, “Don’t call me Mrs. Smith. Just call me Sally.” So when your American friends do not use your last name or titles, don’t feel that they have been impolite. They only want to show friendliness.
    Language Points:
    Explanation of Difficult Sentences
    1) However, American introductions are usually rather simple.
    Analysis: A conjunct to denote a contrast of this sentence to the previous one. It means “可是，然而” in Chinese.
    Translation: 然而美国式的介绍通常相当简单。
    Example: Money is important. However, you cannot buy happiness with money.
    2） “Glad to meet you. I’m Miller. But call me Paul.”
    Analysis: Miller is the family name and Paul is the given name. Addressing others by their given name usually implies a sort of informal and friendly relationship.
    Translation: “见到你很高兴。我姓米勒。但叫我保罗好了。”
    Example: Addressing others by their given name usually implies a sort of informal and friendly relationship.
    2. Important Words
    1) impression: n. effect produced on the mind or feelings 印象
    e.g. The teacher has made a deep impression upon my mind with his devotion to teaching.
    这位老师对教育事业的忠诚给我留下了深刻的印象。
    What‘s your first impression upon him?
    你对他的第一印象如何？
    2) prefer: v. like better, would rather do 更喜欢，宁愿
    e.g. I prefer to have the meeting in the morning rather than in the afternoon.
    我喜欢在早上开会，不愿在下午开会。
    Which do you prefer, tea or coffee? 你比较喜欢喝茶，还是喝咖啡？
    Many people prefer cycling to driving. 许多人喜欢骑单车胜过开汽车。
    3) call: v. & n. address, name, ring sb. up 叫，称呼，打电话
    e.g. He is so tall that many of his friends call him Sky.
    他长得如此高大，以致于朋友们都叫他“Sky”。
    This tropical fruit is called coconut. 这种热带植物被称为椰子。
    Please give me a call if you need my help.如果你需要帮助的话，请给我打电话。