李阳疯狂英语之国际肌肉三最短文 Chapter7:Table Manners

There are many differences in table manners¹ in different cultures. It is really worth your time to learn about how to behave while eating in other countries. Now your table manners will show your international qualifications². Don't make noises with your mouth. Close your mouth when eating. People make mouth noises because they eat without closing their mouths. When you drink your soup, don't sip³ it but swollow it all in one mouth full. Don't talk when your mouth full. If someone talks to you, wait untill your mouth is empty before answering.

 

1 manners   

n.礼貌；规矩

参考例句：

• You should mend your manners.你的态度应当纠正。
• His manners are rough,but he is a kind man at heart.他虽然举止粗鲁，但心地善良。

2 qualifications   

n.资格，条件；合格证书( qualification的名词复数 )；资格；条件；限制

参考例句：

• She was chosen for the job on the basis of her qualifications. 她因资历适合而获选担任这项工作。
• A lack of qualifications can be a major obstacle to finding a job. 学历不足可能成为谋职的主要障碍。

3 sip   

v.小口地喝，抿，呷；n.一小口的量

参考例句：

• She took a sip of the cocktail.她啜饮一口鸡尾酒。
• Elizabeth took a sip of the hot coffee.伊丽莎白呷了一口热咖啡。