Hey, how are you doing?
嘿,你怎麼樣?
I’m doing great, thanks for asking! How about you?
我很好,謝謝你問!你呢?
I’m doing well, just trying to meet new people tonight.
我很好,只是今晚想認識一些新朋友。
That’s awesome! What brings you here?
太棒了!你來這裡是為了什麼呢?
I’m here for work, but I thought it would be fun to socialize a bit.
我來這裡是因為工作,但我覺得和大家社交一下會很有趣。
I totally get that. It’s always good to meet people outside of work.
我完全理解。總是認識工作以外的人是件好事。
Yeah, exactly! So, what do you do for a living?
對,沒錯!那你做什麼工作?
I’m a graphic designer. I work at a small agency in the city.
我是一名平面設計師,在市中心的一家小型設計公司工作。
That’s cool! How did you get into graphic design?
真酷!你是怎麼開始做平面設計的?
I’ve always loved art, so I decided to turn it into a career.
我一直喜歡藝術,所以決定把它變成我的職業。
That’s really inspiring! I’ve always wanted to try something creative.
真讓人受到啟發!我一直想嘗試一些創意的事情。
You should definitely give it a shot! It’s so rewarding.
你一定應該試試看!這真的很有成就感。
Maybe one day. So, do you live around here?
也許有一天吧。那你住這附近嗎?
Yeah, I live just a few blocks away. How about you?
對,我住就在幾個街區外。你呢?
I live on the other side of the city, but it’s not too far.
我住在城市的另一邊,但也不太遠。
That’s nice! It must be fun to explore different parts of the city.
那很好!探索城市的不同地方一定很有趣。
It is! I love finding new spots to hang out.
是的!我喜歡發現新的聚會場所。
Same here! Have you been to that new café downtown?
我也是!你有去過市中心那家新開的咖啡館嗎?
Oh, I have! It’s got such a cozy atmosphere. I love it.
哦,我有去過!那裡的氛圍非常舒適,我很喜歡。
I know, right? I went there last weekend. It was packed!
我知道吧?我上週末去過,那裡人滿為患!
Wow, sounds like a popular spot. I’ll have to check it out sometime.
哇,聽起來是個很受歡迎的地方。我得找時間去看看。
Definitely! It’s a great place to relax and have a coffee.
絕對的!那是個放鬆和喝咖啡的好地方。
Sounds perfect. So, what else do you like to do for fun?
聽起來很棒。那你還喜歡做些什麼來娛樂自己呢?
I enjoy hiking and exploring nature. How about you?
我喜歡遠足和探索大自然。你呢?
I love photography, especially capturing cityscapes.
我喜歡攝影,特別是拍攝城市景觀。
That sounds amazing! I bet you have some great shots.
聽起來太棒了!我敢肯定你拍了不少好照片。
Yeah, I’ve got a few favorites. Maybe I’ll show you sometime.
是的,我有一些最喜歡的照片。也許哪天我可以給你看看。
I’d love that! Do you have an Instagram account?
我很想看!你有Instagram帳號嗎?
Yes, I do! It’s @johndoe_photography.
有的!我的帳號是 @johndoe_photography。
I’ll follow you for sure!
我一定會追蹤你的!
Thanks! I’ll follow you back.
謝謝!我會回粉的。
So, do you travel often for work?
那你經常因為工作出差嗎?
Not too often, but I do get to visit some cool places sometimes.
不算經常,但有時候我確實會去一些很酷的地方。
That sounds like a dream job!
聽起來像是夢想工作!
It has its perks, for sure. But there’s a lot of hard work behind it.
這份工作確實有些優點,但背後也有很多辛苦的工作。
I can imagine. So, what’s the most interesting place you’ve been to?
我能想象得到。那麼,你去過最有趣的地方是哪裡?
Probably Tokyo. The city is just full of life and culture.
可能是東京。那座城市充滿了活力和文化。
Tokyo sounds incredible. I’ve always wanted to go there.
東京聽起來真不可思議。我一直想去那裡。
You should! It’s an experience you’ll never forget.
你一定要去!那是一個你永遠不會忘記的經歷。
I’ll make it happen someday!
有一天我一定會實現的!
So, what’s the best part about living here?
那麼,住在這裡最好的部分是什麼?
I love how convenient everything is. The transport system is great.
我喜歡這裡一切都很方便。交通系統很棒。
Yeah, I agree. It’s easy to get around.
是的,我同意。到處都很方便。
Exactly! You don’t need a car here, which is awesome.
沒錯!在這裡不需要車,這真是太棒了。
That’s so true. Do you enjoy cooking?
這是真的。你喜歡做飯嗎?
I do! I find it really relaxing. How about you?
我喜歡!我覺得做飯很放鬆。你呢?
I’m not great at it, but I try. Sometimes it’s fun to experiment.
我不太擅長,但我會試試看。有時候嘗試新菜式也挺有趣的。
That’s the spirit! It’s all about having fun with it.
就是這種態度!重點是要享受其中。
Absolutely! So, do you have a favorite dish to cook?
當然!那你有最喜歡做的菜嗎?
I love making pasta. It’s easy and always delicious.
我喜歡做意大利麵。它簡單又總是很好吃。
Pasta is always a good choice. I love it too!
意大利麵總是一個好選擇。我也很喜歡!
What’s your go-to dish when you’re in a rush?
當你很忙的時候,最常做的是什麼菜?
I usually make a quick stir-fry. It’s fast and filling.
我通常會做個快炒。既快又能填飽肚子。
Stir-fry is perfect for busy days! I should try that more often.
快炒是忙碌日子的完美選擇!我應該多做幾次。
You definitely should! It’s really easy once you get the hang of it.
你一定應該!一旦習慣了,真的很簡單。
I’ll keep that in mind. Thanks for the tip!
我會記住的。謝謝你的建議!
No problem! Always happy to help.
沒問題!很高興能幫忙。
So, how did you end up in this field?
那麼,你是怎麼進入這個行業的?
It’s kind of a long story. I started out doing something completely different.
這是一個長故事。我一開始做的是完全不同的事情。
I’m curious! What did you do before?
我很好奇!你之前做什麼工作?
I worked in marketing for a while, but I realized it wasn’t for me.
我做過一段時間的市場營銷工作,但我意識到那不是我想要的。
That’s interesting. What made you decide to change?
那真有意思。是什麼讓你決定改行的?
I just felt that I wasn’t truly passionate about it. I wanted something more creative.
我只是覺得我對它沒有真正的熱情,我想要做些更具創意的事情。
I totally understand that. Life’s too short to not follow your passion.
我完全理解。人生太短,不能不追隨自己的熱情。
Exactly! It was a scary decision, but I’ve never looked back.
完全正確!這是一個可怕的決定,但我從未後悔。
That’s so inspiring. I hope I can find my own passion like that.
真讓人受到啟發。我希望我也能找到屬於我的熱情。
You will! Just keep exploring, and you’ll figure it out.
你會的!只要繼續探索,你會找到的。
Thanks for the encouragement. It means a lot!
謝謝你的鼓勵。這對我很重要!
Anytime! We all need a little support sometimes.
隨時為你!我們有時都需要一點支持。
Absolutely! So, do you have any hobbies outside of work?
當然!那你有沒有工作以外的愛好?
I like playing guitar. It’s a great way to unwind after a busy day.
我喜歡彈吉他。這是一天忙碌後放鬆的好方法。
That’s awesome! I’ve always wanted to learn the guitar.
真棒!我一直想學吉他。
You should! It’s easier than it looks, and it’s so fun.
你應該學!比看起來容易,而且真的很有趣。
Maybe I will someday. What kind of music do you like to play?
也許有一天我會學。你喜歡彈什麼音樂?
I mostly play rock and acoustic. What about you?
我大多彈搖滾和原聲吉他。你呢?
I’m more into pop music. It’s always catchy and fun.
我比較喜歡流行音樂。總是很有節奏感,聽起來很有趣。
Pop music is great too! It’s always so upbeat.
流行音樂也很棒!總是那麼充滿活力。
Yeah, it always puts me in a good mood.
是的,它總是讓我心情變好。
Same here! Music has that power, doesn’t it?
我也是!音樂真的是有這樣的魔力,不是嗎?
Absolutely. It can completely change the vibe of a room.
當然。它能徹底改變一個房間的氣氛。
So true. Do you go to concerts often?
說得對。你經常去看演唱會嗎?
I try to, but it’s hard to find time sometimes.
我盡量去,但有時很難抽出時間。
I understand. I always try to make time for the big ones though.
我理解。不過我總是試著抽時間去看一些大場的演唱會。
That’s a great idea! Which concert are you most excited about this year?
這是個好主意!今年你最期待的是哪場演唱會?
I’m really excited for the Taylor Swift concert. I’ve been a fan for years!
我真的很期待泰勒·斯威夫特的演唱會。我已經是她的粉絲好多年了!
Oh, I love her too! Her music is so powerful.
哦,我也喜歡她!她的音樂很有力量。
She’s amazing live. I’ve seen her once before, and it was unforgettable.
她現場表演太棒了。我以前看過一次,真是難以忘懷。
I bet! I can’t wait to see her in person.
我敢肯定!我等不及要親眼見到她了。
You’ll love it! It’s an experience you’ll never forget.
你一定會喜歡的!那是你永遠不會忘記的經歷。
I’m sure of it! Thanks for sharing that with me.
我確信!謝謝你和我分享這個。
You’re welcome! I hope you get to see her soon.
不客氣!希望你能盡快去看她。
Thanks! I’ll be sure to get tickets as soon as I can.
謝謝!我會盡快買票的。
So, do you prefer big concerts or smaller venues?
那麼,你更喜歡大場的演唱會還是小型場地?
I actually like smaller venues. There’s a more intimate vibe.
我其實更喜歡小型場地。那裡的氛圍更親密。
I can see that. It’s more personal, and you feel closer to the artist.
我能理解。那樣更有個人感覺,會覺得離藝人更近。
Exactly! Plus, you can hear the music so much better.
完全對!而且你能聽得更清楚。
That’s a great point. I might try a smaller venue next time.
這點很有道理。下次我也許會選擇小型場地。
You should! It’s a completely different experience.
你應該試試!那是一種完全不同的體驗。
I’ll keep that in mind. Thanks for the suggestion!
我會記住的。謝謝你的建議!
No problem! Happy to share my thoughts.
沒問題!很高興能分享我的想法。
So, do you prefer spending your weekends relaxing or being active?
那麼,你週末更喜歡放鬆還是活動一下?
I like to mix it up. Some weekends I relax, other weekends I go hiking.
我喜歡兩者結合。有些週末我放鬆,有些週末則去遠足。
That sounds perfect! I need to get more active on the weekends.
聽起來很完美!我也需要在週末多動動。
It’s a great way to clear your mind. You should give it a try!
這是一個清理思緒的好方法。你應該試試看!
I will, for sure! I think it would be good for me.
我一定會試的!我覺得這對我有好處。
Definitely! Fresh air and nature can work wonders.
絕對的!新鮮的空氣和大自然能帶來奇蹟。
I believe it! I’ve heard hiking can really help with stress.
我相信!我聽說遠足對減壓非常有幫助。
It’s true. The physical activity helps too.
這是真的。體育活動也有幫助。
Sounds like something I should start doing.
聽起來像是我應該開始做的事。
You won’t regret it! It’s so refreshing.
你不會後悔的!真的很提神。
I can’t wait to try it!
我等不及要試了!
You’ll love it, I’m sure.
我敢肯定你會喜歡的。
So, what kind of books do you enjoy reading?
那麼,你喜歡讀什麼類型的書?
I enjoy mystery and thriller novels. They keep me hooked.
我喜歡懸疑和驚悚小說。它們讓我一直沉浸其中。
That sounds exciting! Do you have a favorite author?
聽起來很刺激!你有最喜歡的作家嗎?
Yes, I love Agatha Christie. Her mysteries are timeless.
是的,我喜歡阿加莎·克里斯蒂。她的懸疑故事永遠經典。
Oh, I’ve heard of her! I’ve always wanted to read her books.
哦,我聽過她!我一直想讀她的書。
You should! Her stories are really captivating.
你應該試試!她的故事真的很吸引人。
I will! Maybe I’ll start with Murder on the Orient Express.
我會的!也許我可以從《東方快車謀殺案》開始。
Great choice! That’s one of her best.
好選擇!那是她最棒的作品之一。
I’m looking forward to it! Thanks for the recommendation.
我很期待!謝謝你的推薦。
You’re welcome! Let me know what you think after reading it.
不客氣!讀完後告訴我你的感想。
Will do! So, do you enjoy watching movies too?
會的!那麼,你也喜歡看電影嗎?
Yes, I do. I’m a big fan of sci-fi movies.
喜歡!我是一個科幻電影的忠實粉絲。
Sci-fi is amazing! Do you have a favorite movie?
科幻電影真棒!你有最喜歡的電影嗎?
I love Inception. It’s so thought-provoking.
我喜歡《全面啟動》。它真是讓人深思。
That’s a great choice! The concept is mind-blowing.
這真是個好選擇!那個概念真讓人驚艷。
Exactly! I can watch it over and over and still find something new.
沒錯!我可以一遍又一遍地看,還總能發現新東西。
It’s one of those movies that never gets old.
這是那種永遠不會過時的電影。
Absolutely! Do you have any favorite genres besides sci-fi?
完全同意!除了科幻,你還有其他喜歡的電影類型嗎?
I also enjoy comedy movies. A good laugh is always great.
我也喜歡喜劇電影。一場好笑的電影總是很棒。
Comedy is always a good choice for a light evening.
喜劇總是晚上輕鬆的好選擇。
Exactly! Sometimes you just need a good laugh to unwind.
沒錯!有時候你只需要一場大笑來放鬆。
I agree! Do you have a favorite comedy?
我同意!你有最喜歡的喜劇嗎?
I love The Hangover. It’s hilarious every time I watch it.
我喜歡《宿醉》。每次看都覺得很搞笑。
That’s a classic! It’s so funny and unpredictable.
那是經典!它既搞笑又難以預測。
I know! It always keeps me laughing.
我知道!它總是讓我笑個不停。
I should rewatch it soon. Thanks for reminding me!
我該趁早重溫一下了。謝謝你提醒我!
No problem! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
沒問題!希望你和我一樣喜歡它。
I’m sure I will!
我肯定會的!
So, do you like to spend time outdoors?
那麼,你喜歡待在戶外嗎?
I love being outdoors! I try to spend time outside whenever I can.
我喜歡待在戶外!我總是盡可能多待在外面。
That’s awesome! What’s your favorite outdoor activity?
真棒!你最喜歡的戶外活動是什麼?
Hiking and biking are my favorites. I love exploring new trails.
遠足和騎車是我最喜歡的。我喜歡探索新的小徑。
That sounds amazing. I should get out more often.
聽起來很棒。我應該多去外面走走。
You definitely should! The fresh air and nature are so refreshing.
你一定要去!新鮮的空氣和大自然真的讓人神清氣爽。
I believe it. I think it’ll help clear my mind.
我相信。這會幫助我清理思緒。
Absolutely! Nature has that calming effect.
完全正確!大自然有那種平靜的效果。
I’ll make time for it soon. Thanks for the encouragement!
我很快會抽出時間的。謝謝你的鼓勵!
Anytime! I’m happy to share my thoughts.
隨時為你!很高興能分享我的想法。
So, do you have any plans for the holidays?
那麼,你有假期計劃嗎?
I’m planning to visit my family. It’s been a while since I’ve seen them.
我計劃回家探親。好久沒見到他們了。
That sounds wonderful! Family time is always special.
聽起來很棒!和家人一起的時光總是特別的。
I agree! I’m really looking forward to spending time with them.
我同意!我真的很期待和他們共度時光。
I’m sure they’re excited to see you too.
我敢肯定他們也很期待見到你。
I hope so! I’ve missed them a lot.
希望如此!我非常想念他們。
That’s sweet. Spending time with family is the best.
真好。和家人在一起是最棒的。
It really is. I’m excited to catch up with everyone.
確實如此。我很期待與大家重聚。
I bet it’s going to be a lot of fun.
我敢肯定那會很有趣。
I think so too! I’m looking forward to making new memories.
我也這麼覺得!我期待創造新的回憶。
Sounds like it’s going to be a great holiday!
聽起來那將會是個美好的假期!
It definitely will be! Thanks for chatting with me.
一定會的!謝謝你和我聊天。
Anytime! Enjoy your time with your family!
隨時!享受和家人在一起的時光!
Thanks! I will.
謝謝!我會的。
So, what’s your favorite season of the year?
那麼,你最喜歡哪個季節?
I love spring. The weather is perfect, and everything starts blooming.
我喜歡春天。天氣剛好,而且萬物開始綻放。
Spring is beautiful. I can’t wait for the flowers to start blooming.
春天真美。我等不及要看花開了。
It really is! The fresh air and colors make everything feel so alive.
真的是!新鮮的空氣和色彩讓一切都覺得充滿生機。
I agree! It’s the best time to go for a walk outside.
我同意!這是最適合外出散步的時候。
Exactly! Do you have a favorite flower?
完全正確!你有最喜歡的花嗎?
I love cherry blossoms. They’re so delicate and beautiful.
我喜歡櫻花。它們既精緻又美麗。
Cherry blossoms are stunning. They remind me of spring every time.
櫻花真是驚人。每次看都讓我想起春天。
I feel the same way! They’re so peaceful and calming.
我也有同感!它們讓人感到平靜和安慰。
They really are. I hope we can see them bloom soon.
它們確實如此。我希望我們能很快看到它們開花。
I hope so too. It’s always a beautiful sight.
我也希望。這總是一個美麗的景象。
Absolutely! So, do you like to travel?
當然!那麼,你喜歡旅行嗎?
Yes, I love traveling! It’s one of my favorite things to do.
是的,我喜歡旅行!這是我最喜歡做的事之一。
That’s awesome! Where’s your dream travel destination?
真棒!你夢想中的旅行目的地是哪裡?
I’ve always wanted to visit Japan. The culture and food are amazing.
我一直想去日本。那裡的文化和食物都很棒。
Japan is incredible! I’ve been there once, and it was unforgettable.
日本真是太棒了!我去過一次,真是難以忘懷。
I’m sure it was amazing! What was your favorite part?
我敢肯定那一定很棒!你最喜歡的部分是什麼?
The food! I had the best sushi I’ve ever had in Tokyo.
食物!我在東京吃到我吃過最棒的壽司。
That sounds delicious! I need to try sushi in Japan one day.
聽起來好好吃!我總有一天得去日本試試壽司。
You definitely should! It’s a whole different experience there.
你一定要試試!那裡的經歷完全不同。
I can’t wait! Do you have any other travel recommendations?
我等不及了!你還有其他旅行建議嗎?
Yes, I recommend visiting Kyoto. The temples and gardens are beautiful.
有的,我推薦去京都。那裡的寺廟和花園都很美。
Kyoto sounds like a must-see destination.
京都聽起來是個必去的地方。
It definitely is! It’s like stepping back in time.
絕對是!那就像回到過去。
I love the idea of experiencing history in such a beautiful place.
我喜歡在這麼美麗的地方體驗歷史的想法。
You’ll love it. Kyoto has a very special atmosphere.
你會喜歡的。京都有一種很特別的氛圍。
I’m adding it to my list right now!
我現在就把它加到我的清單上!
Great choice! I hope you get to visit soon.
好選擇!希望你能很快去那裡。
I hope so too! So, do you enjoy cooking?
我也希望!那麼,你喜歡做飯嗎?
Yes, I enjoy it a lot! I find it relaxing and fun.
是的,我很喜歡!我覺得做飯既放鬆又有趣。
That’s great! What’s your favorite dish to cook?
那真不錯!你最喜歡做的菜是什麼?
I love making pasta. It’s simple but always delicious.
我喜歡做意大利面。簡單卻總是美味。
Pasta is so good! Do you make your own sauce?
意大利面真好吃!你自己做醬料嗎?
Yes, I make my own tomato sauce. It makes the pasta taste even better.
是的,我自己做番茄醬。這讓意大利面味道更好。
That sounds amazing! I need to try making my own sauce too.
聽起來太棒了!我也需要試試做自己的醬料。
You definitely should! It’s so much better than store-bought.
你一定要試試!自己做的比買來的好吃多了。