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David wants to watch Chinese TV series, and 刘娜 introduces him to 《琅琊榜》.
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《English Translation》大卫: Teacher, I want to try watching Chinese TV series, do you have any good suggestions?
刘娜: Of course! There are many very good-looking TV series in China. What kind of story do you want to watch?
大卫: I like TV series with stories and culture.
刘娜: Then you can watch 《琅琊榜》. This is a very famous TV series.
大卫: 《琅琊榜》? What story is it about?
刘娜: It tells the story of a person helping his friends and country, it's very exciting!
大卫: Sounds good! Where can I watch it?
刘娜: You can find it online, such as using 优酷 or 腾讯.
大卫: Okay, thank you teacher, I will go find it and watch it!
刘娜: You're welcome! You can tell me your thoughts after watching it. -
小刚 explains to 小宝 why so many Korean tourists are coming to China and what it means.
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《English Translation》小宝: Brother, I heard from mom that a lot of Koreans have been coming to China recently. Why is that?
小刚: Because China has waived visas for South Korea, making it very convenient for them to visit. For example, many Koreans fly to Shanghai right after work on Friday and spend the weekend sightseeing and enjoying the food.
小宝: Where do they like to go the most?
小刚: Places like the Bund and Disneyland in Shanghai, as well as the mountains and rivers of 张家界, are particularly popular. The scenery in 张家界 is so beautiful that Koreans call it ‘the landscape of a great nation’!
小宝: Wow, do they really like our food too?
小刚: Yes! Korean tourists especially love hotpot, soup dumplings, barbecue, and bubble tea. They think Chinese food is both delicious and unique.
小宝: What are the benefits of foreigners coming to China for tourism?
小刚: When foreigners visit, it makes China more well-known and helps boost tourism, dining, and transportation. This way, everyone's life can get better. -
黄刚 and 陈花 discuss the social issues and challenges behind the community's policy of investigating 'Eight Types of Disadvantaged People'.
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《English Translation》黄刚: 小花, have you heard that the community has started investigating the 'Eight Types of Disadvantaged People'? Everyone was discussing this policy at our meeting today.
陈花: 'Eight Types of Disadvantaged People'? I've heard a little about it. It seems to refer to people facing various difficulties in life, right? Why has there suddenly been a large-scale investigation?
黄刚: It's because of a series of recent major incidents, like the case in 珠海. The government is concerned about similar incidents happening again, so they are focusing on these high-risk groups, intervening early to prevent problems from worsening.
陈花: It sounds like a good initiative, but I think it will be difficult to implement. For example, how do you determine if someone is mentally unstable or struggling in life? And won't the people on the list feel like they are being labeled as 'problematic individuals'?
黄刚: That's indeed a challenge. The policy has good intentions—to care for and help these people—but its implementation may lead to misunderstandings or controversy. Community workers also face pressure because they need to visit homes and understand situations, which, if not handled well, might cause resistance from residents.
陈花: Moreover, I think investigation alone can't solve the root problem. Many people struggle due to financial difficulties or unemployment, so shouldn't the focus be on providing job opportunities and improving social security?
黄刚: You're right. A policy that only addresses the symptoms will have short-term effects at best. To truly reduce social conflicts, we need to solve the root causes, such as improving education, healthcare, and housing security, so that people can have a more stable living environment.
陈花: I hope these policies genuinely help those in need rather than just being a formality. Social stability is important, but even more so is ensuring that everyone feels warmth and support.
黄刚: Yes, I hope so too. This is not just the government's responsibility; it's something that requires the collective effort of the entire society. -
小刚 explains to 小宝 why foreigners have suddenly started using 小红书.
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《English Translation》小刚: 小宝, I saw an interesting piece of news today saying that many foreigners have started using 小红书!
小宝: Foreigners are using 小红书? Why? Isn't 小红书 used by us Chinese?
小刚: Because TikTok, which they used to use frequently, is about to be banned in the United States, so they've moved to 小红书.
小宝: Oh, so they've come over to have fun too. Do they also like to make videos?
小刚: Yes, they make videos, post photos, and even chat with Chinese netizens using translation tools! It's very lively.
小宝: Haha, then will they like our Chinese things, like pandas and dumplings?
小刚: Definitely! Foreigners find our culture very interesting. Maybe in the future, more people will use 小红书 to learn Chinese! -
It's the Lantern Festival. David asks Teacher Liu about the customs of the Lantern Festival and shares his thoughts on this holiday.
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《English Translation》大卫: Teacher Liu, today is the Lantern Festival, right?
刘娜: Yes, today is the 15th day of the first lunar month, a traditional Chinese festival.
大卫: What are the customs of the Lantern Festival?
刘娜: There are many, such as eating 元宵, viewing lanterns, guessing lantern riddles, dragon and lion dances, and so on.
大卫: I know 元宵, it's like 汤圆, right?
刘娜: Yes, in the South, it's called 汤圆, and in the North, it's called 元宵. Both are foods that symbolize reunion and happiness.
大卫: Guessing lantern riddles sounds fun! How do people guess?
刘娜: People write riddles on lanterns, and everyone tries to guess the answers. It's very interesting!
大卫: That's interesting! I also want to see the lanterns at night.
刘娜: Great, the night of the Lantern Festival is very lively, you will definitely like it! -
小刚 explains to 小宝 why foreigners have suddenly started using 小红书.
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《English Translation》小刚: 小宝, I saw an interesting piece of news today saying that many foreigners have started using 小红书!
小宝: Foreigners are using 小红书? Why? Isn't 小红书 used by us Chinese?
小刚: Because TikTok, which they used to use frequently, is about to be banned in the United States, so they've moved to 小红书.
小宝: Oh, so they've come over to have fun too. Do they also like to make videos?
小刚: Yes, they make videos, post photos, and even chat with Chinese netizens using translation tools! It's very lively.
小宝: Haha, then will they like our Chinese things, like pandas and dumplings?
小刚: Definitely! Foreigners find our culture very interesting. Maybe in the future, more people will use 小红书 to learn Chinese! -
小宝 and 小美 learn about shared bikes and discuss how to use and pay for them.
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《English Translation》小宝: 小美, do you know what a shared bike is?
小美: I think I've seen them. Many people scan a code with their phones to ride them.
小宝: That's right, let's try it too!
小美: But how do we scan the code?
小宝: You use your phone to scan the QR code on the bike, and then it will unlock.
小美: That's so convenient, but do we have to pay?
小宝: Yes, but it's very cheap, only a few yuan each time.
小美: Where should we ride to now?
小宝: We can go to the park and take a ride around!
小美: Good idea! Riding shared bikes is really fun. -
黄刚 and 陈花 discuss the impact of declining deposit interest rates and how ordinary people can manage their finances wisely.
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《English Translation》黄刚: 小花, recently, bank deposit interest rates have dropped again. It seems like saving money in the bank no longer earns much interest.
陈花: Yes, I’ve heard that many people are hesitant about whether to keep saving. Some have even taken their money out to invest, but many ended up losing a lot.
黄刚: Exactly. Investing in funds or stocks can offer high returns, but the risks are also significant. Most ordinary people don’t know much about financial management, and blind investments can easily lead to losses.
陈花: So, are you saying that even with low interest rates, it’s still better to keep money in the bank?
黄刚: Yes, at least saving in the bank is safer. It won’t result in losing everything like high-risk investments might. And in case of emergencies, having savings can help. Otherwise, as they say, 'without money in hand, it’s hard to take a single step.'
陈花: That makes sense. It seems that while saving offers low returns, it’s still a stable choice for most people. But if everyone just 'hoards money,' won’t the economy stagnate?
黄刚: True, we need to find a balance. We should save money safely while also consuming and investing moderately to keep the economy moving. But the most important thing is to act within our means and not be greedy for high returns.
陈花: You’re absolutely right. It seems that whether saving or investing, the key is learning to manage our finances properly so we can live more securely. -
刘娜 teaches David how to describe a person's appearance and personality in Chinese, using words like handsome, beautiful, smart, hardworking, serious, etc.
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《English Translation》刘娜: David, today we’re learning how to describe someone’s appearance and personality in Chinese.
大卫: Okay, teacher. How do I say it?
刘娜: For example, you can say: 'He is tall,' 'She is interesting,' or 'He is smart.' Try it and talk about yourself.
大卫: I’m very serious and also humorous.
刘娜: Very good! Now can you describe your friend?
大卫: My friend is hardworking and a very nice person.
刘娜: Excellent! Now try describing a celebrity. You can say: 'She is beautiful,' or 'He is handsome.'
大卫: She is lively and also very cute.
刘娜: Very good! Today you’ve learned how to describe a person’s appearance and personality in Chinese.
大卫: Thank you, teacher! -
陈智高 and 王明月 discuss an espionage case, reflecting on espionage tactics and the importance of confidentiality awareness.
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《English Translation》王明月: Master, I recently saw the news about a man named An, once hailed as a 'prodigy,' who was sentenced to ten years for leaking secrets. I’m shocked. What exactly happened?
陈智高: This is a classic case of espionage infiltration. An fell from being an exemplary student to a leaker because he failed to stay true to his original purpose. Foreign espionage agencies used emotional manipulation and material incentives to break down his defenses step by step.
王明月: What a pity. But An received confidentiality training. Why did he still fall into the trap?
陈智高: This shows the frightening nature of espionage tactics. They initially approach as friends, using care, gifts, and other means to build trust and even dependence. Once An began sharing seemingly trivial information, they increased the pressure, eventually resorting to threats and control. It's the so-called 'boiling frog' effect—he was trapped but couldn’t escape.
王明月: So, An's vanity and complacency became fatal weaknesses, right?
陈智高: Yes, his vanity and a sense of luck ultimately betrayed him.
王明月: This case truly serves as a warning. Master, how can ordinary people avoid falling into similar traps?
陈智高: First, we need to stay vigilant. Spies may approach us in various ways, such as with money, charm, or even by pretending to seek advice. Second, we must strictly adhere to discipline. Managing classified documents and access to restricted areas is paramount—even a single lapse can have serious consequences. Lastly, and most importantly: if you realize you’re being exploited, confess immediately. Admitting your mistakes and correcting them is the best way to protect yourself and the country.
王明月: Got it. This case reminds us that national security isn’t just the responsibility of professionals; it’s an obligation for every citizen. Only with collective vigilance can the nation be safer.
陈智高: Well said! Each of us should understand and abide by the law so that such tragedies won’t repeat. -
刘娜 teaches David how to describe various modes of transportation in Chinese, such as '汽车', '地铁', and '自行车'.
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《English Translation》刘娜: David, today we are learning the names of transportation modes. Listen to me: 汽车, 地铁, 自行车, 火车, 飞机.
大卫: 汽车, 地铁, 自行车, 火车, 飞机.
刘娜: Very good! How do you usually go to school?
大卫: I ride a bicycle to school.
刘娜: Correct! How about when you go to another city?
大卫: I take a train to another city.
刘娜: Very good! One last question: From China to the United States, how do you go?
大卫: I take an airplane.
刘娜: Excellent! Today you learned the names of transportation modes.
大卫: Thank you, teacher! -
黄刚 and 陈花 discuss China's efforts in the field of meat substitutes, the negative reactions from some American politicians, and explore the reasons and impacts behind these attitudes.
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《English Translation》黄刚: Did you read that article about China's development of meat substitutes? Some people in the U.S. are making a fuss again.
陈花: Is it the one in The New York Times? I read it. The author made a good point. China's development of meat substitutes is for food security and has nothing to do with the U.S.
黄刚: Exactly. With a large population, limited arable land, and high meat consumption, developing meat substitutes is a necessity for China. Those U.S. lawmakers calling it a 'Chinese threat' are ridiculous.
陈花: They always seem to have a negative attitude toward China's development. China develops electric vehicles, and they call it a threat. Now developing meat substitutes, and it's still a threat. Typical double standards.
黄刚: In fact, meat substitutes benefit the entire globe. Traditional meat production emits a lot of greenhouse gases and pollutes the environment. Meat substitutes can reduce these issues and are the trend of the future.
陈花: Exactly, and China has always been strong in food technology. The Chinese have been eating tofu for thousands of years. Maybe they'll really develop delicious meat substitutes.
黄刚: The article also mentioned that with national support and market demand, China has a high chance of making breakthroughs in the field of meat substitutes. At that point, 'Made in China' meat substitutes might go global, just like China's solar panels.
陈花: Instead of obstructing China, the U.S. should also step up its efforts. Competition drives innovation. As the author said, if the U.S. hinders progress, it only makes itself look like part of the problem.
黄刚: That's true. After all, this is about the future of humanity. Ensuring global food security is a shared responsibility of all countries. We should work together, not engage in unfounded accusations and ideological confrontations. -
小刚 tells 小宝 a story about a sister from Tsinghua University who visited Taiwan, was loved by everyone, and was called the 'Fairy Sister'.
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《English Translation》小刚: 小宝, did you know? Recently, a sister from Tsinghua University went to Taiwan, and everyone calls her the 'Fairy Sister'.
小宝: Fairy Sister? Is she like a fairy?
小刚: Haha, not a real fairy, it means she is very beautiful and excellent, just like a fairy. She went to Taiwan to communicate and learn with the students there.
小宝: What did she do?
小刚: She played with the students in Taiwan, ate together, and went to many places. She said that the students in Taiwan were very enthusiastic, and it felt like returning to her own home.
小宝: What else did she do?
小刚: She also visited the Confucius Temple in Taiwan and saw the 'Zhua Zhou' ceremony. She said that these are all traditional Chinese cultures, and she thought it was great! She also really wanted to see Sun Moon Lake because she learned about it in textbooks when she was a child and even dreamed about it.
小宝: She's amazing! I want to go see it too. -
Teacher 刘娜 emphasizes the importance of listening and reading more and suggests David use modern tools for efficient learning.
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《English Translation》刘娜: David, how is your Chinese learning going recently?
大卫: It's okay, but sometimes I don't know how to practice better.
刘娜: The most important thing in learning a language is listening and reading a lot. Do you listen to Chinese conversations regularly?
大卫: Sometimes a little, but not much.
刘娜: Nowadays there are many apps for learning Chinese. You can use these tools to listen to Chinese every day and practice your listening skills.
大卫: Sounds great! Can these apps help me read Chinese too?
刘娜: Yes! They have many simple short stories and articles, which are perfect for beginners.
大卫: Will learning Chinese this way be faster?
刘娜: Yes, if you use these tools to listen and read every day, you'll improve very quickly!
大卫: Okay, I'll try it right away! Thank you, teacher! -
大卫 needs a pen and asks 刘娜 for guidance on how to buy a pen in Chinese at the school store. 刘娜 teaches him basic shopping phrases.
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《English Translation》大卫: 刘老师, I want to buy a pen at the school store, but I don't know how to say it.
刘娜: It's very simple! You can say: 'Hello, I want to buy a pen.'
大卫: Oh, 'Hello, I want to buy a pen.' Is that right?
刘娜: That's correct! If the shop assistant asks you 'What color do you want?', you can answer with a color, like 'I want a blue one' or 'I want a black one.'
大卫: Got it. If I want to ask about the price, how should I say it?
刘娜: You can say: 'Excuse me, how much is this?' The shop assistant will tell you the price, for example, 'Five yuan.'
大卫: 'Five yuan,' what does that mean?
刘娜: 'Five yuan' means five RMB. In China, we use '块' as the unit for money, which means the same as '元.'
大卫: I see! Thank you, 刘老师. I'll go and try to buy a pen now!
刘娜: Alright, 大卫, good luck! If you have any questions, come ask me again. -
黄刚 and 陈花 discuss the changing concept of 'raising sons for old age' and the new roles and predicaments of daughters in rural elderly care.
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《English Translation》黄刚: 小花, I recently saw a news report saying that 'raising daughters for old age' is becoming popular in rural areas, with many daughters being more actively involved in caring for their parents than sons. What do you think about this?
陈花: I've heard about it! Didn't people used to say 'a married-out daughter is like spilled water'? Now, many daughters are contributing both money and effort, while sons are often unable to care for their parents due to life pressures.
黄刚: That's right. It's related to urbanization and the declining birth rate. Sons have great pressure to buy houses and support families in cities, while daughters are more delicate in terms of emotion and companionship, and participate more in elderly care.
陈花: But is that fair? Daughters are contributing so much, yet they often don't get their fair share of property distribution. I also heard that in some families, daughters take care of the elderly, but the demolition compensation is still given to the sons.
黄刚: It's indeed not very fair. However, many parents are now beginning to realize that since daughters are also involved in elderly care, they should be considered in property distribution. This is also part of the gradual change in rural concepts.
陈花: But this change is still too slow. For daughters, if they give without seeing a fair return, they'll eventually become disheartened, which may affect family relationships.
黄刚: You're right. In fact, elderly care should be the joint responsibility of both sons and daughters. Whether it's a son or daughter, their contributions should have corresponding returns. Only in this way can filial piety be truly reflected and make the family more harmonious.
陈花: Yes, I hope this concept can spread faster. Daughters taking care of the elderly is already a trend, and society and families should give them more recognition and support. -
小刚 tells 小宝 about a news story where a Chinese tourist was bitten by a shark in the Maldives and explains some facts about sharks.
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《English Translation》小刚: 小宝, did you know? I saw news today that a Chinese woman was bitten by a shark while swimming in the Maldives.
小宝: Sharks? Aren't they very scary?
小刚: Yes, sharks are very powerful, especially the tiger shark mentioned in the news. They are very big and sometimes bite people. However, this woman was very lucky. After the shark bit her, it let go, and she quickly swam back to shore.
小宝: Was she seriously injured?
小刚: She was injured, but her life was not in danger. The doctor gave her many stitches. But generally speaking, sharks rarely attack people proactively.
小宝: Then why do sharks bite people?
小刚: Sometimes they might mistake people for seals or sea lions. If we encounter a shark, we should remain calm, hit its nose and eyes with something, and then quickly leave the water.
小宝: Oh, I'll remember that. It's really scary to encounter a shark!