Watch the videoListen to the whole conversation.先看视频，听一遍完整对话
Study the 21 expressionsLearn what they mean and how to use them.读 21 个表达，弄懂意思和用法
Back to the conversationRead along with the recording.回到对话，对照原文跟读
Do the exercisesTap the buttons to check your answers.做练习，点按钮核对答案
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Conversation对话全文
Receptionist
Good morning! How can I help you?
早上好！有什么可以帮您？
Ted
I'd like to rent an apartment in this neighborhood and wonder if you can help me.
我想在这一带租套公寓，不知道你们能不能帮忙。
Receptionist
You need to talk to Shirley—she's our go-to agent for apartment rentals. Here, I'll take you to her office.
您得找 Shirley，公寓出租的事都找她。来，我带您去她办公室。
Shirley
Hello, I'm Shirley. Have a seat and tell me what kind of apartment you're looking for. Is it just for you?
您好，我是 Shirley。请坐，说说您想找什么样的公寓。就您一个人住吗？
Ted
Well, that depends on what's available. I'd really rather live alone, but if I don't see anything that works, I could share a bigger place with a friend of mine.
The most important thing is the location. I want to be in the city, preferably in this neighborhood, so I can walk to the university and to the metro station. I don't have a car.
最重要的是位置。我想住在市区，最好就在这一带，这样我走路就能去学校和地铁站。我没有车。
Shirley
OK, then you don't mind if there's no parking space.
好，那没有停车位您也不介意。
Ted
Exactly. But I want a secure building. I also want it to have a living room, a dining room, one bedroom, and, of course, a modern kitchen and bathroom.
And what is your budget? I mean, what monthly rent are you thinking about, including utilities?
那您的预算是多少？我是说，包括水电在内，您打算每月付多少房租？
Ted
I'm hoping to find something for about $700 a month.
我希望找个每月 700 美元左右的。
Shirley
Look, I can tell you right now there are no decent apartments in this area under $1,200 a month— and none of them have dining rooms or balconies.
这么说吧，我现在就可以告诉您，这一带 1200 美元以下就没有像样的公寓，而且都没有餐厅和阳台。
Shirley
There are modern, secure buildings that are actually near the metro— but they're at least six miles outside of the city.
也有离地铁很近、又新又安全的楼，可是离市区至少六英里。
Ted
There's no way I'm going to live way out there. Do you think you could find a two-bedroom place closer in for, say, $1,400 a month? Something I could share with my friend?
Let me do a little research this morning and see what I can find. I'm not going to tell you that it's impossible, but I can't promise anything, either.
In the meantime, I need you to fill out this form so I have your contact information. As a matter of fact, both you and your friend will have to fill out an application in order to be approved as tenants.
这期间，请您填一下这张表，我好留您的联系方式。其实您和您朋友都得填一份申请，才能通过租客审核。
Shirley
I'm assuming you want a one-year lease. Is that right? Oh, one more thing: you don't have a pet, do you?
我想您是要签一年的租约吧，对吗？哦，还有一件事：您没养宠物吧？
Ted
Yes, I'm willing to sign a one-year lease, and no, I don't have a pet. And I'll make sure my friend gets rid of his dog.
对，我愿意签一年的租约。还有，我没养宠物。我也会让我朋友把他的狗送走。
Ted
He can leave it with his family—they have a place in the country. I'd better go give him a heads-up right now.
他可以把狗留在家里，他家在乡下有房子。我最好现在就去跟他打个招呼。
Shirley
Good. Be sure both of you bring your financial and credit information with you.
好。你们俩一定要带上财务和信用资料。
Ted
Right. We'll see you at noon, then. Thank you very much.
好的，那我们中午见。非常感谢。
Shirley
See you later.
回头见。
Tap ▶ to hear a line. Green phrases are this lesson's expressions — tap one to jump to its explanation.点 ▶ 听这句原声；绿色的是本课要学的表达，点一下可以跳到它的讲解。
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Key expressions21 个地道表达
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need / need to需要；得……
need 表示“需要”：可以是急需（I need a doctor.），也可以是别人定的要求（毕业需要多少学分）。You need to… 是“你得……”；I need you to… 是客气又明确地请对方做事，中介、老师、前台常这么说。
原句You need to talk to Shirley—she's our go-to agent for apartment rentals. — Receptionist
例句
I need a doctor. I'm really dizzy.我得看医生，头好晕。
We need to rest. We've been working for six hours.我们得歇会儿了，已经干了六个小时。
I need six more credits in order to graduate.我还差六个学分才能毕业。
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have to / be required to必须；被要求……
have to 表示“必须”，可以是自己的需要，也可以是对别人的义务。be required to 更正式，指规定、机构或权威要求你做的事，比如学校、法律、房东的要求。
原句As a matter of fact, both you and your friend will have to fill out an application — Shirley
例句
I have to get my car fixed.我得去修车了。
He has to work on Saturdays.他周六得上班。
The children are required to do their homework before watching television.孩子们必须先写完作业才能看电视。
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want想要
want 是“想要”，语气直接，而且说话人觉得这件事有希望实现（比如正在存钱、正在努力）。want 后面接名词，或 to + 动词原形。
原句Exactly. But I want a secure building. — Ted
例句
We want to move to a better neighborhood.我们想搬到好一点的街区。
She wants to go to college.她想上大学。
He wants an ice-cream cone.他想要个蛋筒冰淇淋。
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would like / I'd like to…想要……（客气）
would like 也是“想要”，但更客气，而且说话人不确定能不能实现。跟中介、店员提要求时，I'd like… 比 I want… 有礼貌。
原句I'd like to rent an apartment in this neighborhood and wonder if you can help me. — Ted
例句
We'd like a house with four bedrooms.我们想要一栋四个卧室的房子。
I'd like to go on a vacation.我想去度个假。
He'd like to be able to visit his family at least once a year.他希望一年至少能回家看一次。
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have in mind / have a mind to心里想要的 / 真想……
have something in mind 是“心里已经有想法”，What do you have in mind? 就是“你想要什么样的？”。have a mind to do 是“真想……、打算……”，常带点气话。
原句OK. First, tell me what you have in mind. — Shirley
例句
Sure, I'll help you decorate your living room. What kind of look do you have in mind?没问题，我帮你布置客厅。你想要什么风格？
He stole money from me! I have a mind to report him.他偷了我的钱！我真想去告发他。
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don't mind / mind不介意；照看；听话
mind 作动词最常见的意思是“介意”：I don't mind… = 我不介意、无所谓，后面接名词、动词 -ing 或 if 从句。它还可以指看店、看孩子，以及“理会、听（某人的）话”。
原句OK, then you don't mind if there's no parking space. — Shirley
例句
I don't mind going to the store. I'm happy to do it.我不介意去趟商店，很乐意跑一趟。
Could you mind the children while I go to the store?我去商店的时候，你能帮我看会儿孩子吗？
Don't mind her—she doesn't know what she's talking about.别理她，她根本不知道自己在说什么。
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There is / There are有……（表示存在）
There is + 单数名词，There are + 复数名词，表示“某处有……”。找房子、问路的时候天天用。
原句There are modern, secure buildings that are actually near the metro— — Shirley
例句
There is a gas station up ahead.前面有个加油站。
There are several gas stations about three miles down the road.沿这条路往前三英里左右有好几个加油站。
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no / none of them + 复数一个也没有
表示“一个也没有”的 zero、no、not any 后面接复数名词，比如 There are no decent apartments。代替它们的 none（of them）后面的动词也用复数：none of them have / are。
原句and none of them have dining rooms or balconies. — Shirley
例句
There are no heart specialists in this area.这一带没有心脏科专家。
She doesn't have any brothers or sisters.她没有兄弟姐妹。
We have three teachers to contact, but none of them are available this week.我们要联系三位老师，可这周一个都没空。
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have a look看一看
have a look 是“看一看、去瞧瞧”，指简单查看一下。go have a look 是口语，等于 go and have a look；看某样东西说 have a look at…。
原句If I find anything worthwhile, we can go have a look this afternoon. — Shirley
例句
I lost my earring yesterday. Do you think it might be at your house? I'll have a look and see if I can find it.我昨天丢了一只耳环，会不会落在你家了？——我找找看。
Have a look at the basement.去地下室看看吧。
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get rid of处理掉；摆脱
get rid of 是“把……处理掉、扔掉、摆脱”，可以是卖掉、送走或扔掉。
原句And I'll make sure my friend gets rid of his dog. — Ted
例句
The car used too much gas, so we got rid of it. We sold it last week.那辆车太费油，我们就把它处理了，上周卖掉的。
You should get rid of that suit. It doesn't look good on you.你该把那套西装扔了，你穿着不好看。
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preferably最好是
preferably 是“最好是、首选”，放在要求后面，补充最理想的情况，提要求时很好用。
原句I want to be in the city, preferably in this neighborhood, — Ted
例句
I'd like to buy a new car, preferably one that doesn't use much gas.我想买辆新车，最好是不太费油的。
Where would you like to live? Preferably, in the country.你想住在哪儿？——最好是在乡下。
原句If I find anything worthwhile, we can go have a look this afternoon. — Shirley
例句
The translation course is intensive, but it is really worthwhile.翻译课强度很大，但真的很值。
Cancer research is a worthwhile cause.癌症研究是很有意义的事业。
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out there外面（的世界）；现有的
out there 指“外面的现实世界、眼下市面上有的”：see what's out there = 看看现在有什么房源。注意 Ted 说的 way out there 是字面意思，“那么远的地方”。
原句Give me a couple of hours to see what's out there. — Shirley
例句
Go out and have fun! There are a lot of nice people out there.出去玩吧！外面有很多好人。
I'm always careful walking at night. You never know what dangers are out there.我晚上走路总是很小心，谁知道外面有什么危险。
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utilities水电煤气等费用
utilities 指房子正常使用所需的服务：水、下水、暖气、空调、电，有时还包括收垃圾。租房时一定要问清房租 including utilities（包水电）还是不包。
原句I mean, what monthly rent are you thinking about, including utilities? — Shirley
例句
Some apartment buildings include the cost of utilities in the monthly rent, and some don't.有的公寓楼月租里包水电，有的不包。
The utilities will cost us a fortune.水电费会花掉我们一大笔钱。
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all the bells and whistles各种高级配置
all the bells and whistles 字面是“所有的铃铛和哨子”，指最新、最时髦、通常也最贵的配置，带点“花里胡哨”的意思。
原句I don't really need all the bells and whistles, but I would like to have a balcony. — Ted
例句
The apartment has all the bells and whistles: granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances in the kitchen.这套公寓什么高级配置都有：厨房里是花岗岩台面和不锈钢电器。
This house has all the bells and whistles.这栋房子配置一应俱全。
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country国家；乡下
country 有两个意思：国家；乡下。表示“乡下”时说 the country，和城市相对：in the country = 在乡下。
原句He can leave it with his family—they have a place in the country. — Ted
例句
What country are you from? I'm from Colombia.你是哪国人？——我是哥伦比亚人。
We like to go to the country on weekends, to get some peace and quiet.我们周末喜欢去乡下，图个清静。
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a heads-up提前打个招呼
a heads-up 是“提前打个招呼、提个醒”，让对方有心理准备。give someone a heads-up = 提前告诉某人一声。
原句I'd better go give him a heads-up right now. — Ted
例句
Hey, Mom—I'm bringing a friend home for dinner and wanted to give you a heads-up.嘿，妈，我要带个朋友回家吃晚饭，先跟你说一声。
Give me a heads-up.到时候提前跟我说一声。
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…, say, …比如说；大概
插在句子中间的 say 意思是“比如说、大概”，后面跟一个举例或估计的数字，前后常用逗号隔开：for, say, $1,400 a month。
原句Do you think you could find a two-bedroom place closer in for, say, $1,400 a month? — Ted
例句
Why don't you ask, say, Rosita or Laura?你何不问问别人，比如 Rosita 或 Laura？
Why don't you paint this room a brighter color, say, yellow or green?这个房间何不刷个亮一点的颜色，比如黄色或绿色？
Why don't you consider a trip to, say, the Caribbean or Hawaii?要不考虑去趟加勒比海或者夏威夷之类的地方？
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in the meantime在这期间；与此同时
in the meantime 指两件事之间的这段时间，“在这期间、与此同时”，和 meanwhile 一样。
原句In the meantime, I need you to fill out this form so I have your contact information. — Shirley
例句
It will be a big help if you go to the store and get what we need for dinner. In the meantime, I'll set the table.你要是去商店把晚饭要用的东西买回来，就帮大忙了。这期间我来摆桌子。
Joey had to go away for six months. In the meantime, Julie went to classes and learned to cook.Joey 得离开六个月。这期间，Julie 去上课学会了做饭。
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One more thing还有一件事
One more thing 用在一串话的最后，补充差点忘了说或忘了问的重要事情，“哦对了，还有一件事”。
原句Oh, one more thing: you don't have a pet, do you? — Shirley
例句
So, doctor, I'll take the medicine you gave me and go to physical therapy. One more thing—when do you think I'll be able to go back to work?那医生，我会按时吃药、去做理疗。还有一件事，您看我什么时候能回去上班？
OK, now, go to school. One more thing: don't forget to thank the teacher!好了，上学去吧。还有，别忘了谢谢老师！
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Exercises练习
Exercise 1Choose the best response选出最合适的回答
Pick an answer and you'll see right away whether it's right.点选一个答案，马上就能看到对错。
Exercise 2Match each line with a response情景配对
Choose a suitable response for each line.给每句话选一个合适的回应。
I'd like to rent a room near campus.
Where do you want to live?
Just so you know, the landlord is coming to check the apartment tomorrow.
Do you mind if my sister stays over this weekend?
Do you want a place with a gym and a pool?
Does the rent include utilities?
Have you found anything worthwhile?
The sink in our kitchen is leaking again.
I have a cat. Is that a problem?
a. Water is included, but you have to pay for electricity.
b. Thanks for the heads-up! I'll clean the kitchen tonight.
c. Sure. Have a seat and tell me what you have in mind.
d. Pets aren't allowed here, I'm afraid.
e. Preferably near campus, so I can walk to class.
f. Call Mr. Wong—he's our go-to guy for repairs.
g. No, I don't mind at all.
h. Yes, a nice studio. Let's go have a look this afternoon.
i. Not really. I don't need all the bells and whistles.
Exercise 3Talk about your wants and needs说说你的需求和愿望
Answer truthfully in a full sentence, using expressions from this lesson.按你自己的真实情况，用本课的表达写一句完整的回答。
What kind of place would you like to live in next year?
What do you need in an apartment?
What don't you mind giving up to save money on rent?
How much would you like to pay for rent each month?
Who is your go-to person when something breaks?
看参考答案
I'd like a quiet studio, preferably near campus.
I need a desk, fast Wi-Fi and a kitchen.
I don't mind sharing a kitchen or living a bit farther away.
I'm hoping to find something for about $900 a month, including utilities.
My go-to person is my roommate—he can fix anything.
Exercise 4Write a question for each answer根据回答写问题
Write a suitable question for each answer, using need, want, would like, mind or have in mind.用 need、want、would like、mind 或 have in mind，给每个回答写一个合适的问题。
No, I don't mind at all.
Something quiet, preferably near the library.
About $800 a month, including utilities.
Yes, there are two near campus.
I'd like a one-year lease.
Yes, you need to bring your passport and a bank statement.
看参考答案
Do you mind if I open the window?
What kind of apartment do you have in mind?
How much would you like to pay for rent?
Are there any grocery stores near here?
How long a lease would you like?
Do I need to bring anything to sign the lease?
Exercise 5Match words with similar meanings意思配对
For each expression on the left, choose the phrase closest in meaning.给左边的表达选一个意思相近的说法。
go-to
a heads-up
worthwhile
utilities
all the bells and whistles
preferably
get rid of
in the meantime
have a look
a lease
a. a rental contract
b. ideally
c. an early warning
d. check quickly
e. every fancy extra feature
f. the one you always trust first
g. services like water and electricity
h. while you wait
i. worth the time or money
j. throw away or give away
Exercise 6Use the correct form of the verb用括号里动词的正确形式填空
Do you mind (share) a bathroom with two other students?
I need you (fill) out this application form.
There (be) no cheap apartments near campus.
None of the rooms (have) a balcony.
My landlord wants me (sign) a one-year lease.
I'd really rather (live) alone.
mind 后面接动词 -ing；need / want 某人做某事用 to + 动词原形；no + 复数名词、none of… 后面的动词用复数；would rather 后面接动词原形。
Exercise 7Write your own动手写
You're looking for an apartment near your university. Write your conversation with a rental agent, using at least 8 expressions from this lesson.你在学校附近找公寓。用本课至少 8 个表达，写一段你和租房中介的对话。
看参考范文
Agent: Hi, I'm Mark. Have a seat. What do you have in mind?
Mei: I'd like to rent a studio, preferably near the university. I don't have a car, so I need to be close to the subway.
Agent: OK, so you don't mind if there's no parking. And what's your budget?
Mei: I'm hoping to find something for about $900 a month, including utilities. I don't need all the bells and whistles.
Agent: There are a few places like that out there. Give me an hour, and we can go have a look this afternoon. In the meantime, I need you to fill out this form.
Mei: No problem. One more thing: do I have to sign a one-year lease?
Agent: Yes, most landlords here require one. And you are required to show a bank statement.
Mei: Thanks for the heads-up! I'll bring it this afternoon.
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FAQ常见问题：这些话用英语怎么说
这一课的 21 个表达，按「中文的意思用英语怎么说」整理，点开看答案和例句。
「需要」用英语怎么说？
need / need to需要；得……
need 表示“需要”：可以是急需（I need a doctor.），也可以是别人定的要求（毕业需要多少学分）。You need to… 是“你得……”；I need you to… 是客气又明确地请对方做事，中介、老师、前台常这么说。
例句：I need a doctor. I'm really dizzy.我得看医生，头好晕。
「必须」用英语怎么说？
have to / be required to必须；被要求……
have to 表示“必须”，可以是自己的需要，也可以是对别人的义务。be required to 更正式，指规定、机构或权威要求你做的事，比如学校、法律、房东的要求。
例句：I have to get my car fixed.我得去修车了。
「想要」用英语怎么说？
want想要
want 是“想要”，语气直接，而且说话人觉得这件事有希望实现（比如正在存钱、正在努力）。want 后面接名词，或 to + 动词原形。
例句：We want to move to a better neighborhood.我们想搬到好一点的街区。
「想要……」用英语怎么说？
would like / I'd like to…想要……（客气）
would like 也是“想要”，但更客气，而且说话人不确定能不能实现。跟中介、店员提要求时，I'd like… 比 I want… 有礼貌。
例句：We'd like a house with four bedrooms.我们想要一栋四个卧室的房子。
「心里想要的」用英语怎么说？
have in mind / have a mind to心里想要的 / 真想……
have something in mind 是“心里已经有想法”，What do you have in mind? 就是“你想要什么样的？”。have a mind to do 是“真想……、打算……”，常带点气话。
例句：Sure, I'll help you decorate your living room. What kind of look do you have in mind?没问题，我帮你布置客厅。你想要什么风格？
「不介意」用英语怎么说？
don't mind / mind不介意；照看；听话
mind 作动词最常见的意思是“介意”：I don't mind… = 我不介意、无所谓，后面接名词、动词 -ing 或 if 从句。它还可以指看店、看孩子，以及“理会、听（某人的）话”。
例句：I don't mind going to the store. I'm happy to do it.我不介意去趟商店，很乐意跑一趟。
「有……」用英语怎么说？
There is / There are有……（表示存在）
There is + 单数名词，There are + 复数名词，表示“某处有……”。找房子、问路的时候天天用。
例句：There is a gas station up ahead.前面有个加油站。
「一个也没有」用英语怎么说？
no / none of them + 复数一个也没有
表示“一个也没有”的 zero、no、not any 后面接复数名词，比如 There are no decent apartments。代替它们的 none（of them）后面的动词也用复数：none of them have / are。
例句：There are no heart specialists in this area.这一带没有心脏科专家。
「看一看」用英语怎么说？
have a look看一看
have a look 是“看一看、去瞧瞧”，指简单查看一下。go have a look 是口语，等于 go and have a look；看某样东西说 have a look at…。
例句：I lost my earring yesterday. Do you think it might be at your house? I'll have a look and see if I can find it.我昨天丢了一只耳环，会不会落在你家了？——我找找看。
「处理掉」用英语怎么说？
get rid of处理掉；摆脱
get rid of 是“把……处理掉、扔掉、摆脱”，可以是卖掉、送走或扔掉。
例句：The car used too much gas, so we got rid of it. We sold it last week.那辆车太费油，我们就把它处理了，上周卖掉的。
「最好是」用英语怎么说？
preferably最好是
preferably 是“最好是、首选”，放在要求后面，补充最理想的情况，提要求时很好用。
例句：I'd like to buy a new car, preferably one that doesn't use much gas.我想买辆新车，最好是不太费油的。
例句：The translation course is intensive, but it is really worthwhile.翻译课强度很大，但真的很值。
「外面」用英语怎么说？
out there外面（的世界）；现有的
out there 指“外面的现实世界、眼下市面上有的”：see what's out there = 看看现在有什么房源。注意 Ted 说的 way out there 是字面意思，“那么远的地方”。
例句：Go out and have fun! There are a lot of nice people out there.出去玩吧！外面有很多好人。
「水电煤气等费用」用英语怎么说？
utilities水电煤气等费用
utilities 指房子正常使用所需的服务：水、下水、暖气、空调、电，有时还包括收垃圾。租房时一定要问清房租 including utilities（包水电）还是不包。
例句：Some apartment buildings include the cost of utilities in the monthly rent, and some don't.有的公寓楼月租里包水电，有的不包。
「各种高级配置」用英语怎么说？
all the bells and whistles各种高级配置
all the bells and whistles 字面是“所有的铃铛和哨子”，指最新、最时髦、通常也最贵的配置，带点“花里胡哨”的意思。
例句：The apartment has all the bells and whistles: granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances in the kitchen.这套公寓什么高级配置都有：厨房里是花岗岩台面和不锈钢电器。
「国家」用英语怎么说？
country国家；乡下
country 有两个意思：国家；乡下。表示“乡下”时说 the country，和城市相对：in the country = 在乡下。
例句：What country are you from? I'm from Colombia.你是哪国人？——我是哥伦比亚人。
「提前打个招呼」用英语怎么说？
a heads-up提前打个招呼
a heads-up 是“提前打个招呼、提个醒”，让对方有心理准备。give someone a heads-up = 提前告诉某人一声。
例句：Hey, Mom—I'm bringing a friend home for dinner and wanted to give you a heads-up.嘿，妈，我要带个朋友回家吃晚饭，先跟你说一声。
「比如说」用英语怎么说？
…, say, …比如说；大概
插在句子中间的 say 意思是“比如说、大概”，后面跟一个举例或估计的数字，前后常用逗号隔开：for, say, $1,400 a month。
例句：Why don't you ask, say, Rosita or Laura?你何不问问别人，比如 Rosita 或 Laura？
「在这期间」用英语怎么说？
in the meantime在这期间；与此同时
in the meantime 指两件事之间的这段时间，“在这期间、与此同时”，和 meanwhile 一样。
例句：It will be a big help if you go to the store and get what we need for dinner. In the meantime, I'll set the table.你要是去商店把晚饭要用的东西买回来，就帮大忙了。这期间我来摆桌子。
「还有一件事」用英语怎么说？
One more thing还有一件事
One more thing 用在一串话的最后，补充差点忘了说或忘了问的重要事情，“哦对了，还有一件事”。
例句：So, doctor, I'll take the medicine you gave me and go to physical therapy. One more thing—when do you think I'll be able to go back to work?那医生，我会按时吃药、去做理疗。还有一件事，您看我什么时候能回去上班？
