G: This is a very nice place. You are such1 a lucky2 dog!
H: Glad you like it. Come on in! Can I take your coat?
G: Sure, thanks. Should I take my shoes off3?
H: Whatever4 you prefer5. Make yourself6 at home!
G: Thanks! And meet my date Sherlock Homes!
H: Sherlock as7 always.
到主人家做客,见面时会有一些寒暄。既然是参加“暖房派对”,可以简单就新房子说几句溢美之词。要注意lucky dog要翻译成“幸运儿”,而不是“幸运狗”。Make yourself at home是主人常说的话,意在让客人不要拘束,像在自己家里一样。Date在此指陪自己参加派对的人,多是男(女)朋友。
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