新东方在线时时学英语 20070113(在线收听

Part One 你听不懂的

feather in one’s cap 值得骄傲的成就,荣耀

It was a feather in Hank’s cap the he was invited to the news conference held in the presidential palace, which had limitation on the number of reporters.

Stella won the piano contest yesterday and it was really a feather in her cap.

It was a feather in his cap for the new teacher when he was made head of the history department.

Get down to brass tacks 谈重要的事,谈实质的问题

We have spent too much time on meaningless details. Why don’t we get down to brass tacks?

Part Two 你说不出的

---It looks like the kids are all set to go, so we’re going to take off.

---So soon?

---I’m afraid so. The kids have to finish their homework.

---Oh, right. Tomorrow’s Monday.

---Right. Anyway, thanks for a great time. It’s been fun.

---Thanks. I’m glad you could come.

---You and Marry should come by our place for dinner some time.

---I’d like that. Well, don’t be a stranger.

---We won’t . so long.

---Bye.

Part Three 有趣的故事

天主教在世界历史上的重要作用
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