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五分鐘英語練習 (106)
"Five minutes English practice" (106)
《Listen & Practice - 聆聽和練習》
【Let’s get started.】
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【AI English - 人工智慧英語】
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JoOrFK966VA&t=305s
【Time and tide wait for no man - 時間不等人】
Time and tide wait for no man.
This age-old proverb reminds us that time is a precious commodity that cannot be reclaimed once it's gone.
As the seconds tick by, our lives are constantly in motion, and we must learn to adapt to the ever-changing tides of life.
Whether it's chasing after dreams, building relationships, or pursuing career goals, time is always moving forward at an unrelenting pace.
But what does this mean for us?
It means that every moment counts. We must seize the opportunities that come our way and make the most of them.
We must be proactive in shaping our lives and not let circumstances dictate our path.
Because in the end, time is the one thing we cannot control.
So let us be mindful of how we spend our days, make every moment count, and never forget that time and tide wait for no man.
時間和潮流不等人。
這句古老的諺語提醒我們，時間是一種寶貴的商品，一旦失去就無法收回。
隨著時間的流逝，我們的生活也在不斷變化，我們必須學會適應生活中不斷變化的潮汐。
無論是追逐夢想、建立關係，還是追求職業目標，時間總是以無情的速度向前推進。
但這對我們來說意味著什麼？
它意味著每一刻都很重要。我們必須抓緊機會，充分利用這些機會。
我們必須積極主動地塑造自己的生活，而不是讓環境來決定我們的道路。
因為歸根結底，時間是我們無法控制的東西。
因此，讓我們注意如何度過我們的日子，讓每一刻都有價值，並且永遠不要忘記，時間和潮流不等人。
precious [ˈpreʃəs] adj. 寶貴的
commodity [kəˈmɑːdəti] n. 商品
reclaim [rɪˈkleɪm] v. 取回
tick [tɪk] v. 發出嘀嗒聲
tick by （時間）流逝，一點一點過去…
in motion 轉動；變化
ever-changing adj. 千變萬化的，變幻無窮的，日新月異的
unrelenting [ˌʌnrɪˈlɛntɪŋ] adj. 無情的; 不鬆懈的; 不退讓的
make every moment counts 把每一刻都包括在內 = 每一刻都很重要
seize the day 珍惜今天，抓住現在
seize the opportunities 抓住機會
come our way 降臨我們身上
proactive [ˌproʊˈæktɪv] adj. 積極主動的
dictate [ ˈdɪkteɪt] vt. 命令；指示； 控制；支配
mindful [ˈmaɪndfl] adj. 留心的；注意的
【Precious Moments】
Precious. It's a word that evokes emotions of love, admiration, and value.
From the moment we are born, we are surrounded by precious things - precious moments with loved ones,
precious memories that we hold dear, and precious possessions that remind us of those special times.
But what makes something truly precious? Is it the material value or the sentimental meaning?
Perhaps it's a combination of both. Whatever the reason, we all have something that we consider precious - a family heirloom passed down through generations,
a cherished photograph capturing a moment in time, or even a simple trinket that brings us joy.
These things may seem insignificant to others but to us, they hold immeasurable worth.
So take a moment to appreciate the precious things in your life and cherish them always.
Because when all is said and done, it's those precious things that truly matter.
【珍貴的時刻】
珍貴的。這是一個能喚起愛、欽佩和價值情感的詞。
從我們出生的那一刻起，我們就被珍貴的東西所包圍--與親人相處的珍貴時刻、
我們所珍視的珍貴記憶，以及提醒我們這些特殊時刻的珍貴財產。
但什麼才是真正珍貴的東西？是物質價值還是情感意義？
也許它是兩者的結合。不管是什麼原因，我們都有自己認為珍貴的東西--世代相傳的傳家寶、
一張記錄時間的珍貴照片，或者甚至是給我們帶來快樂的簡單小飾品。
這些東西在別人看來可能微不足道，但對我們來說，它們擁有不可估量的價值。
因此，花點時間來欣賞你生命中的珍貴事物，並永遠珍惜它們。
因為當一切都說過和做過之後，那些珍貴的東西才是真正重要的。
【chase and pursue - 追逐和追求】
As humans, we are wired to chase and pursue.
It's in our nature to strive for success, to go after what we want with all our might.
From childhood dreams of becoming an astronaut or a rockstar,
to the pursuit of a career or a fulfilling relationship as adults,
we dedicate ourselves to chasing the things that matter most.
Sometimes, the chase can be exhilarating - the thrill of the chase driving us forward towards our goals.
But it can also be challenging, with obstacles and setbacks along the way.
Yet, it's in these moments that we push ourselves harder and grow stronger.
And while chasing after something can be rewarding in itself, it's often the pursuit that brings true fulfillment.
The journey we take towards achieving our goals is what shapes us and helps us become who we are meant to be.
So never stop chasing your dreams, never give up on pursuing what truly matters to you.
The journey may not always be easy, but the rewards are worth it in the end.
Keep pushing forward and never lose sight of what you want - because when you finally achieve it,
there's no greater feeling than knowing you chased it with all your heart.
作為人類，我們有追逐和追求的意識。
爭取成功是我們的天性，要全力以赴地追求我們想要的東西。
從童年時成為宇航員或搖滾明星的夢想，到成年後追求事業或美滿的關係，都是如此、
到成年後追求事業或美滿的關係、
我們獻身於追逐最重要的東西。
有時，追逐可以是令人振奮的--追逐的快感驅使我們朝著目標前進。
但它也可能是具有挑戰性的，沿途有障礙和挫折。
然而，正是在這些時刻，我們更加努力地推動自己，並變得更加強大。
雖然追逐某件事情本身可以帶來回報，但往往是追求帶來真正的成就感。
我們為實現目標所走過的旅程是塑造我們並幫助我們成為我們所要成為的人。
因此，永遠不要停止追逐你的夢想，永遠不要放棄追求對你真正重要的東西。
這段旅程可能並不總是容易的，但最終的回報是值得的。
繼續向前推進，永遠不要忽視你想要的東西--因為當你最終實現它時、
沒有什麼比知道你全心全意地追尋它的感覺更好了。
【make every moment counts - 每一刻都很重要】
Every moment of our lives is precious.
It's important to make every second count, to live with purpose and passion.
Every decision we make, every action we take, should be intentional and meaningful.
Whether it's spending time with loved ones, pursuing our dreams, or simply enjoying the beauty around us, we should cherish each moment and make the most of it.
Life is short, but when we make every moment count, it can be incredibly fulfilling and rewarding.
So take a deep breath, embrace the present moment, and let's make every second count.
