世博英语札记【83】成年读书会

2001年1月4日

Continuing Education 成年读书会

"Continuing Education" means any organized classroom instruction offered to adults evenings or on weekends. Tuition is low compared to what one pays to enroll in a full-time degree program. The courses are usually non-credit, and cover popular crafts, hobbies or skills such as ceramics, photography and music.

"成年读书会"指在晚上或周末时为成年人安排的进修课程。它的学费较一般学校正规教学的费用来得低。这些课程通常不计学分，而且内容涵盖陶艺，摄影及音乐等较受欢迎的手艺，嗜好或技术。

Discount For Senior Citizens 老年人的优待

Restaurants, theaters and public transportation systems usually give discounts to men and women over the age of 65. Some state universities even offer senior citizens free education. Today it is not unusual to see an older student in the classroom.

餐厅，戏院以及交通机关通常会提供优待给65岁以上的人。许多州立大学甚至于让老年人免费就读。如今在教室里看到年纪大的学生已不再是新鲜事了。

Wine Tasting Courses 品酒课程

The wine tasting course introduces you to basic types and characteristics of domestic and imported wine. By the end of the course you should have a better appreciation of wine, and be able to order it correctly at the restaurant.

品酒课程介绍的是国产酒及进口酒的基本种类及特色。课程上完后，你鉴赏酒的能力会变得较好，并能在餐馆中正确地点用。