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S1E100 - 共享办公空间: 找一个安静的地方

Episode 10000:05:23

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这里有安静的房间吗?我需要工作。每个人都很忙。一杯咖啡,可以吗?今天,你将学会如何在中国共享办公空间里自信地交流,找到你需要的东西。来,我们一起学习!

早上好!我第一次来这个共享办公空间。这里很大,也很现代。我需要一个安静的地方工作。我看到几个人在电脑前,他们看起来很忙。我找了一个空位,放下了我的包。旁边有一个咖啡机。我想喝一杯咖啡。我看看菜单,有美式咖啡和拿铁。我该点什么呢?我有点紧张,因为这里人很多。我看到一个员工走过来,她微笑着。我应该问她什么?

Now, let's take a quick look at some useful words and phrases from our story.

  • 共享办公空间 — coworking space, 我喜欢这个共享办公空间。
  • 安静 — quiet, 我需要一个安静的地方。
  • 电脑 — computer, 他在用电脑工作。
  • 空位 — empty seat, 这里有空位吗?
  • 咖啡机 — coffee machine, 咖啡机在哪里?
  • 菜单 — menu, 我看看咖啡菜单。, 现在,我们回到故事中去。

那位员工走过来,我鼓起勇气说:“你好,请问,有拿铁咖啡吗?” 她回答说:“有,一杯拿铁,好的。” 我说:“谢谢!” 我坐在我的空位上,打开电脑开始工作。过了一会儿,她把咖啡端给我。我闻到咖啡的香味,感觉很放松。在中国,说“谢谢”是很常见的礼貌。我喝了一口咖啡,味道很好。我突然想,这里有没有WiFi?我看到墙上贴着一个牌子,上面写着WiFi密码。太好了!今天的工作很顺利。能在这里工作,感觉真棒!

现在,让我们一起来练习今天的句子吧!

  • 我第一次来这个共享办公空间。 — This is my first time at this coworking space.
  • 我需要一个安静的地方工作。 — I need a quiet place to work.
  • 旁边有一个咖啡机。 — There is a coffee machine next to it.
  • 请问,有拿铁咖啡吗? — Excuse me, do you have latte coffee?
  • 我打开电脑开始工作。 — I opened my computer and started working.
  • 今天的工作很顺利。 — Today's work went very smoothly., 你做得很好!继续努力!

今天我们练习了在共享办公空间里交流。我们学会了点咖啡和找安静的地方。下次你去共享办公空间,你会点什么咖啡呢?请在评论区告诉我们!

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Key Vocabulary & Learning Words

Important Mandarin words from this episode with meanings and examples in context.

Target WordTypeMeaning
共享办公空间"我喜欢这个共享办公空间。"Nouncoworking space
安静"我需要一个安静的地方。"Nounquiet
电脑"他在用电脑工作。"Nouncomputer
空位"这里有空位吗?"Nounempty seat
咖啡机"咖啡机在哪里?"Nouncoffee machine
菜单"我看看咖啡菜单。"Nounmenu
我第一次来这个共享办公空间。PhraseThis is my first time at this coworking space.
我需要一个安静的地方工作。PhraseI need a quiet place to work.
旁边有一个咖啡机。PhraseThere is a coffee machine next to it.
请问,有拿铁咖啡吗?PhraseExcuse me, do you have latte coffee?
我打开电脑开始工作。PhraseI opened my computer and started working.
今天的工作很顺利。PhraseToday's work went very smoothly.
Episode Information & Show NotesView Show Notes

Unlock professional Mandarin! ️ Learn essential phrases for coworking spaces and expand your vocabulary.

Ready to learn Mandarin? In this episode, we explore essential vocabulary and phrases for coworking spaces, perfect for levels A1–A2! Learn with real examples and hands-on exercises.

What you'll learn in this episode:
- How to introduce yourself simply in Mandarin.
- Asking for a quiet place to work.
- Ordering coffee or asking for water.
- Understanding common office amenities.
- Basic interactions with colleagues.
- Expressing thanks and making polite requests.

️ Tips for At the Coworking Space:
- Practice saying "你好" (Nǐ hǎo) with a smile to everyone you meet.
- Learn how to ask "这是什么?" (Zhè shì shénme?) for new items.
- Carry a small notebook to jot down new Mandarin words you hear.
- Don't be afraid to use simple phrases like "谢谢" (Xièxie) often.

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Best suited for:
- Beginners starting their Mandarin learning journey (A1-A2).
- Learners interested in practical, everyday Mandarin conversations.
- Anyone who enjoys immersive, story-based language learning.
- Those looking to improve their listening comprehension and natural speaking.

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