地道英语对话：Recreation Area Problems(2)

A: I had some concerns about the pool and Jacuzzi area and would like to speak with someone.
B: I can help you with that. What are you having problems with?
A: I live right next to the pool, and late at night it is really noisy out there!
B: There is not supposed to be anyone in the pool area after ten o’clock at night. Are you noticing people out there any later?
A: I’ve heard people out there at one in the morning!
B: Did you contact anyone?
A: No, I just waited until now to tell you.
B: I will give you the direct¹ line to call to report this when it is happening
A: I appreciate your help.
B: You are welcome. Evidently² a few people need some reminders³.
 

1 direct   

adj.直接的；直达的；v.指挥；知道；监督；管理

参考例句：

• This train is direct,you do not have to change.这辆火车是直达的，你不必换车。
• The army is under the king's direct command.军队由国王直接统帅。

2 evidently   

adv.明显地，显而易见

参考例句：

• They were evidently trying to frighten the public into obedience.很明显，他们是要吓唬众人服从。
• He was evidently too tired to go any further.他显然太疲劳，一步也走不动了。

3 reminders   

n.令人回忆起…的东西( reminder的名词复数 )；提醒…的东西；（告知该做某事的）通知单；提示信

参考例句：

• The film evokes chilling reminders of the war. 这部电影使人们回忆起战争的可怕场景。
• The strike has delayed the mailing of tax reminders. 罢工耽搁了催税单的投寄。