和水管工讨论水龙头漏水问题
Discussing a Leaky Faucet with a Plumber
房主打电话给水管工，报告浴室水龙头持续漏水的问题，解释症状，并询问诊断结果和维修估价。
对话轮次
10
预计时长
5 分钟
场景
维修与家庭改善
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
Hello, is this Rapid Repair Plumbing? I'm calling about a leaky faucet.
English
你好，是极速维修水管吗？我打电话是关于水龙头漏水的问题。
中文翻译
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Michael
第 2 轮
Yes, this is Michael from Rapid Repair. How can I help you today, ma'am?
English
是的，我是极速维修的Michael。女士，今天我能帮您什么忙？
中文翻译
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Sarah
第 3 轮
Hi Michael. I have a persistent leaky faucet in my upstairs bathroom. It's been dripping for about a week now, and it seems to be getting worse.
English
你好Michael。我家楼上浴室的水龙头一直在漏水。已经滴了一个星期左右了，好像越来越严重了。
中文翻译
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Michael
第 4 轮
I see. Is it a constant drip, or does it only leak when you turn it on? And can you tell me if it's hot water, cold water, or both?
English
我明白了。是持续性滴水，还是只在打开时才漏？您能告诉我漏的是热水、冷水还是两者都在漏吗？
中文翻译
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Sarah
第 5 轮
It's a constant drip, even when the faucet is completely off. And it seems to be just the cold water tap that's affected. It's making quite a noise, too.
English
是持续性的滴水，即使水龙头完全关闭也滴。而且看起来只是冷水龙头受影响。声音也挺大的。
中文翻译
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Michael
第 6 轮
Okay, that usually points to a worn-out washer or a corroded valve, which are pretty common issues. Based on what you've described, I can likely fix it on the first visit. Could you tell me your address so I can give you an estimate for the repair, and check our availability?
English
好的，那通常是垫圈磨损或阀门腐蚀引起的，这些都是很常见的问题。根据您的描述，我可能第一次上门就能修好。您能告诉我您的地址吗，这样我能给您一个维修估价，并查一下我们的时间安排？
中文翻译
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Sarah
第 7 轮
Certainly. It's 123 Oak Drive. What kind of estimate are we looking at for something like this?
English
当然。地址是橡树大道123号。像这种情况的维修估价大概是多少呢？
中文翻译
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Michael
第 8 轮
Alright, Sarah. For a standard faucet repair like this, it typically runs between $90 and $150, depending on the parts needed. That includes the service fee. We can usually get someone out there within 24 hours. Does tomorrow afternoon work for you?
English
好的，Sarah。像这种标准的水龙头维修，通常费用在90到150美元之间，具体取决于所需的零件。这包括了服务费。我们通常能在24小时内安排人上门。明天下午您方便吗？
中文翻译
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Sarah
第 9 轮
Tomorrow afternoon sounds good. Thank you so much, Michael.
English
明天下午听起来不错。非常感谢你，Michael。
中文翻译
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Michael
第 10 轮
You're very welcome, Sarah. We'll confirm the exact time via text later today. Have a good one!
English
不客气，Sarah。我们今天晚些时候会通过短信确认具体时间。祝您愉快！
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
leaky
漏的
An adjective meaning something has a small hole or crack that allows liquid to escape slowly, like a leaky faucet that drips water.
中文解释
一个形容词，意思是某物有一个小孔或裂缝，允许液体慢慢逸出，就像一个滴水的漏水水龙头。
faucet
水龙头
A noun for a device in sinks or baths that controls the flow of water; in American English, it's called a faucet, while in British English it's a tap.
中文解释
一个用于控制水槽或浴缸中水流装置的名词；在美式英语中称为faucet，而在英式英语中称为tap。
persistent
持久的
An adjective describing something that continues happening over a long time without stopping, like a persistent problem that doesn't go away easily.
中文解释
一个描述某事在很长时间内持续发生而不停止的形容词，比如一个不容易消失的持久问题。
dripping
滴水的
The present participle of 'drip,' meaning water falling in small drops; useful for describing leaks in home repairs.
中文解释
'drip' 的现在分词，意为水以小滴形式落下；用于描述房屋维修中的泄漏很有用。
washer
垫圈
A noun in plumbing context for a small rubber or plastic ring that seals the faucet to prevent leaks; it's a common part that wears out over time.
中文解释
管道语境中用于密封水龙头的橡胶或塑料小环，以防止漏水的名词；它是随时间磨损的常见部件。
corroded
腐蚀的
An adjective meaning damaged by rust or chemical wear, often used for metal parts in pipes or valves that cause leaks.
中文解释
一个形容词，意思是因锈蚀或化学磨损而损坏，通常用于管道或阀门中的金属部件，导致泄漏。
estimate
估价
A noun for an approximate calculation of cost or time for a job, like a repair estimate from a plumber; professionals use this to give clients an idea before starting.
中文解释
一个名词，表示对一项工作的成本或时间的近似计算，例如水管工的修理估价；专业人士使用它在开始前给客户一个想法。
availability
可用性
A noun meaning the time when someone or something is free to be used, like checking a plumber's availability for a service visit.
中文解释
一个名词，意思是某人或某物可以被使用的时间，比如检查水管工的服务访问可用性。
重点句型
"I'm calling about a leaky faucet."
"我打电话是因为水龙头漏水。"
重点句型
语法解析
This is a simple way to introduce a problem when calling for help; use it to start a conversation about a specific issue, with 'about' linking the call to the topic.
中文解析
这是打电话求助时介绍问题的一种简单方式；用它来开始关于特定问题的对话，'about' 将电话与主题联系起来。
"It's been dripping for about a week now, and it seems to be getting worse."
"它已经滴了一个星期左右了，而且似乎越来越严重。"
重点句型
语法解析
This sentence describes the duration and progression of a problem using present perfect continuous 'has been dripping' for ongoing actions, and 'getting worse' to show change; useful for explaining symptoms to a service provider.
中文解析
这个句子使用现在完成进行时“has been dripping”来描述问题的持续时间和进展，以表示正在进行的动作，并用“getting worse”来显示变化；这对于向服务提供者解释症状很有用。
"Is it a constant drip, or does it only leak when you turn it on?"
"它是持续的滴水，还是只在打开时漏水？"
重点句型
语法解析
A question using 'or' to offer choices for clarification; the present simple 'does it leak' asks about habits or conditions; great for professionals gathering details about a home issue.
中文解析
一个使用‘or’来提供选择以澄清的选择题；现在简单时‘does it leak’询问习惯或条件；对于收集家庭问题细节的专业人士来说很棒。
"That usually points to a worn-out washer or a corroded valve."
"这通常指向一个磨损的垫圈或腐蚀的阀门。"
重点句型
语法解析
This uses 'points to' idiomatically to indicate a likely cause; 'worn-out' means damaged from use; helpful for diagnosing common problems and explaining to customers.
中文解析
这使用了 'points to' 的惯用语来表示可能的原因；'worn-out' 意思是因使用而损坏；有助于诊断常见问题并向客户解释。
"Could you tell me your address so I can give you an estimate for the repair?"
"您能告诉我您的地址吗？这样我就能给您一个维修的估价。"
重点句型
语法解析
A polite request with 'could you' for asking information, followed by 'so' to explain purpose; 'give you an estimate' is a common phrase in service calls; use this when needing details to provide quotes.
中文解析
使用'could you'的礼貌请求，用于询问信息，后面用'so'解释目的；'give you an estimate'是服务电话中的常用短语；当需要细节来提供报价时使用这个。
"For a standard faucet repair like this, it typically runs between $90 and $150."
"对于像这样的标准水龙头修理，通常费用在90美元到150美元之间。"
重点句型
语法解析
This gives a cost range using 'runs between' for prices and 'typically' for usual cases; 'like this' refers to the described situation; practical for quoting services in home improvement discussions.
中文解析
这提供了使用 'runs between' 表示价格范围和 'typically' 表示通常情况的成本范围；'like this' 指的是描述的情况；在家居改善讨论中引用服务报价很实用。
"Does tomorrow afternoon work for you?"
"明天下午你方便吗？"
重点句型
语法解析
A yes/no question with 'does...work for you' to check if a time is convenient; simple present for future arrangements; commonly used when scheduling appointments or services.
中文解析
一个使用 'does...work for you' 的是非问题，用来检查时间是否方便；使用简单现在时表示未来安排；在安排预约或服务时常用。