Making a Memorable First Impression
When Americans introduce themselves to an informal group, they oftentimes try to think of something unique or interesting to say about themselves to help the group remember them. They might include the hometown where they grew up, hobbies or interests of theirs, or a very short story that gives the group an idea of their personality. Many Americans want to “stick out from the crowd,” especially when introducing themselves within a large group of people. If you say the same things as everyone else, how will your introduction be memorable? Telling a short joke, appropriate to the situation of course, is also another way to grab the attention of the other group members.
中文翻译
让别人记住你的第一印象
美国人当把自己介绍给一个非正式群体时，他们通常会尽力想到一些独特的或是令人感兴趣的事情来介绍自己，这样会有助于大家记住他们。他们可能会提到他们生长的家乡、兴趣爱好或是一个展示他们个性的小故事。许多美国人都想在“人群当中冒尖”，特别是在一大群人中介绍自己的时候。如果你和别人说同样的事情，你的介绍如何才能让人印象深刻？讲一个切合当时情况的小幽默也是另一种获得其他成员注意力的方法。
必备字词
informal a. 非正式的
This sentence is approriate only in an informal situation.
这句话只是在非正式情形下使用才合适。
unique a. 唯一的，独特的
He always speaks with a unique accent.
他说话总是有一股子特别的腔调。
memorable a. 值得纪念的，难以忘怀的
Everyone felt that was a memorable trip.
每个人都觉得那是一次难忘的旅行。
每日一句
They might include the hometown where they grew up, hobbies or interests of theirs, or a very short story that gives the group an idea of their personality.
他们可能会提到他们生长的家乡、兴趣爱好或是一个展示他们个性的小故事。
A: Can you tell me how to prepare for this test?
B: Take a look at these brochures. They can give you an idea of where to start with.
A: 你能告诉我这个考试怎么准备？
B: 看看这些小册子吧，那上面会告诉你开头怎么做。
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