降低网络速度
Downgrading Internet Speed
客户联系服务提供商，要求降低家庭网络速度，解释他们不再需要当前的高速，并希望降低月账单。
对话轮次
10
预计时长
5 分钟
场景
电信服务变更
完整对话内容
以下是该情境的完整英语对话，包含中英文对照和重点解析
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Sarah
第 1 轮
Hi, I'm calling to inquire about downgrading my home internet service. My account number is 123456789.
English
您好，我打电话是希望能降级我的家庭网络服务。我的账户是123456789。
中文翻译
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John
第 2 轮
Certainly, Sarah. I see you're currently on our 500 Mbps plan. Could you tell me why you'd like to downgrade?
English
好的，莎拉。我看到您目前使用的是500 Mbps的套餐。请问您为什么想降级呢？
中文翻译
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Sarah
第 3 轮
Yes, that's right. Honestly, I've found that the 500 Mbps is way more than I need. I'm usually just browsing and streaming, and I'd like to reduce my monthly bill if possible.
English
是的，没错。说实话，我发现500 Mbps对我来说太高了。我平时只用来浏览和流媒体，如果可能的话，我想降低我的月账单。
中文翻译
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John
第 4 轮
I understand completely. We have a few lower speed options. Are you looking for something like 200 Mbps or even 100 Mbps?
English
我完全理解。我们有几种较低速度的选项。您是想选择200 Mbps还是100 Mbps的套餐？
中文翻译
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Sarah
第 5 轮
What's the price difference between those? I'd prefer something around 200 Mbps, but I'm open to seeing the cost savings for 100 Mbps too.
English
那些套餐的价格有什么区别？我更倾向于200 Mbps左右的，但我也想看看100 Mbps能节省多少钱。
中文翻译
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John
第 6 轮
Okay, let me check that for you. The 200 Mbps plan would bring your bill down by $15 a month, making it $50. If you went with the 100 Mbps plan, it would be $25 cheaper, bringing your total to $40 a month.
English
好的，我来为您查一下。200 Mbps的套餐会使您的月账单减少15美元，降至50美元。如果您选择100 Mbps的套餐，会便宜25美元，总共每月40美元。
中文翻译
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Sarah
第 7 轮
Hmm, $40 a month sounds really good. I think 100 Mbps should be sufficient for my needs. What's the process for downgrading, and when would the change take effect?
English
嗯，每月40美元听起来很不错。我想100 Mbps应该足够我的需求了。降级的流程是怎样的，以及何时生效？
中文翻译
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John
第 8 轮
Great. The downgrade process is quite simple. I can process it for you right now. The new speed and billing will take effect at the start of your next billing cycle, which is August 1st. You won't experience any service interruption.
English
太好了。降级流程很简单。我现在就可以为您处理。新的速度和计费将在您的下一个计费周期开始时生效，也就是8月1日。您的服务不会有任何中断。
中文翻译
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Sarah
第 9 轮
Perfect, that works for me. Please go ahead with the 100 Mbps plan. Thank you for your help!
English
太好了，这对我来说没问题。请帮我办理100 Mbps的套餐。谢谢您的帮助！
中文翻译
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John
第 10 轮
You're very welcome, Sarah. I've successfully updated your plan. You'll receive a confirmation email shortly. Is there anything else I can assist you with today?
English
非常欢迎，莎拉。我已成功更新您的套餐。您很快就会收到一封确认邮件。今天还有什么我可以帮助您的吗？
中文翻译
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对话学习完成
结合右侧的词汇和句型解析，加深理解和记忆
重点词汇
downgrade
降级
To change to a lower or cheaper level of service, like reducing internet speed to save money. Use it when you want to make your plan less expensive.
中文解释
将服务更改为较低或更便宜的级别，例如降低互联网速度以节省金钱。当您想使您的计划更便宜时使用它。
inquire
询问
To ask for information about something, often formally. In customer service, say 'I'm calling to inquire about...' to start a question politely.
中文解释
询问某事的信息，通常是正式的。在客服中，说'我打电话是为了询问...' 来礼貌地开始一个问题。
account number
账户号码
A unique number that identifies your customer account with a company. Always provide it first when calling for service changes to help the representative find your details quickly.
中文解释
一个唯一号码，用于识别您在公司中的客户账户。在打电话进行服务变更时，请始终首先提供它，以帮助代表快速找到您的详细信息。
Mbps
Mbps
Megabits per second, a unit measuring internet speed. Higher numbers mean faster internet; for example, 100 Mbps is good for basic browsing and streaming.
中文解释
兆比特每秒，是一种测量互联网速度的单位。数字越高，互联网速度越快；例如，100 Mbps 适合基本的浏览和流媒体。
streaming
streaming
Watching videos or listening to music online in real time, like on Netflix or YouTube. It's a common use for home internet, and slower speeds may still work for it.
中文解释
在线实时观看视频或听音乐，例如在 Netflix 或 YouTube 上。这是家庭互联网的常见用途，即使速度较慢也能使用。
monthly bill
月账单
The amount of money you pay each month for a service. Reducing it means saving money; ask about this when changing plans to see the cost difference.
中文解释
您每月为服务支付的金额。减少它意味着节省金钱；在更改计划时询问这一点，以查看成本差异。
billing cycle
计费周期
The regular period, usually a month, when your payment is due. Changes to your plan often start at the beginning of the next cycle to avoid surprises.
中文解释
通常为一个月的定期期间，此时您的付款到期。计划变更通常在下一个周期开始时生效，以避免意外。
confirmation email
确认邮件
An email sent to verify that a change or request has been completed. It's important to check your email after a service update to confirm everything is correct.
中文解释
发送的电子邮件，用于验证变更或请求已完成。在服务更新后检查您的电子邮件以确认一切正确很重要。
重点句型
"Hi, I'm calling to inquire about downgrading my home internet service."
"你好，我打电话来询问将我的家庭互联网服务降级的事宜。"
重点句型
语法解析
This is a polite way to start a customer service call. 'Inquire about' means asking for information, and 'downgrading' shows the purpose. Use it when you need to request a change to a lower service level; it's formal and clear for intermediate speakers.
中文解析
这是开始客户服务电话的一种礼貌方式。'询问'意味着寻求信息，而'降级'显示了目的。当您需要请求将服务级别更改为较低级别时使用它；它对中级使用者来说正式且清晰。
"Could you tell me why you'd like to downgrade?"
"您能告诉我为什么想降级吗？"
重点句型
语法解析
A question used by service reps to understand the customer's needs. 'Could you tell me' is a polite request form. It's useful for learners to practice asking for reasons in conversations, helping build rapport.
中文解析
服务代表用来了解客户需求的一个问题。'Could you tell me' 是一种礼貌的请求形式。这对学习者在对话中练习询问原因很有用，有助于建立融洽关系。
"I've found that the 500 Mbps is way more than I need."
"我发现500 Mbps远超我的需求。"
重点句型
语法解析
This expresses that something is excessive. 'Way more than' is informal slang for 'much more than.' Use it casually to explain why you want a change; it shows honesty and helps in negotiations.
中文解析
这表达了某事过度。'Way more than'是非正式俚语，意思是'much more than'。随意使用它来解释为什么你想要改变；这显示诚实，并有助于谈判。
"What's the price difference between those?"
"那些之间的价格差异是多少？"
重点句型
语法解析
A practical question to compare costs. 'Price difference' refers to how much one option costs compared to another. Intermediate learners can use this in shopping or service scenarios to make informed decisions; it's direct and essential for budgeting.
中文解析
一个实用的比较成本问题。'价格差异'指的是一个选项相对于另一个选项的成本差异。中级学习者可以在购物或服务场景中使用它来做出明智的决定；它直接且对预算至关重要。
"The new speed and billing will take effect at the start of your next billing cycle."
"新的速度和计费将在下一个计费周期开始时生效。"
重点句型
语法解析
This explains when changes begin. 'Take effect' means to become active, and 'billing cycle' is the payment period. Useful for understanding service terms; practice it to ask about timelines in contracts.
中文解析
这解释了变更何时开始。'Take effect' 意为生效，'billing cycle' 是计费周期。有助于理解服务条款；练习使用它来询问合同中的时间表。
"Please go ahead with the 100 Mbps plan."
"请继续使用 100 Mbps 计划。"
重点句型
语法解析
Means to proceed or continue with a decision. 'Go ahead' is an idiomatic expression for permission to act. It's polite and confirmatory; use it at the end of discussions to finalize choices confidently.
中文解析
意为继续或推进一项决定。'Go ahead' 是一种习语，表示行动许可。它礼貌且确认性；在讨论结束时使用它来自信地最终确定选择。
"Is there anything else I can assist you with today?"
"今天还有什么我可以帮助您的吗？"
重点句型
语法解析
A standard closing question in customer service to check for more needs. 'Assist you with' means help. Learners should recognize and use similar phrases to end calls politely, showing good service etiquette.
中文解析
这是客服中标准的结束问题，用于检查是否有更多需求。'Assist you with' 意思是帮助。学习者应该认识并使用类似的短语来礼貌地结束通话，展示良好的服务礼仪。