Meaning
Today's Sentences
- How was the zoo?
- How was the library?
- How was the museum?
- How was the aquarium?
- How was the race track?
- Writer's Note
01
How was the zoo?
Situation 1
You’re back already?
How was the zoo?
动物园怎么样?
It was really fun.
Whoever said the zoo was for kids?
谁说动物园是给孩子们的呢?
Which exotic animals are being exhibited this year?
We saw some Fennec Foxes, Kinkajous, and Flying Lemurs.
Situation 2
What did you do today?
We decided to spend the day at the zoo.
Really?
That sounds nice.
听起来不错。
They had all sorts of animals, even endangered ones that were thriving in wildlife. Although, I wonder if the animals are really happy there.
02
How was the library?
Situation 1
How was the library?
I bumped into an old friend.
A friend from school?
Yea, we were in a few classes together in high school.
It was nice to see him after all this time.
这么久后见到他真不错。
Situation 2
Did you go to class?
I did and then I had to go borrow a book.
Oh, how was the library?
Did you find everything you needed?
你找到你需要的一切了吗?
I couldn’t find what I was looking for, unfortunately.
03
How was the museum?
Situation 1
What did you do today?
I went to the museum with some friends.
Which one?
How was the museum?
博物馆怎么样?
We went to the Royal Gallery Museum.
It was inspiring to be around all the art and history.
周围的艺术和历史让人感到振奋。
Situation 2
How was the museum?
I learned a lot.
The exhibits were all very interesting and sparked a flame in me.
这些展品都非常有趣,激起了我内心的火焰。
Did you have a guide or did you walk through on your own?
We had a docent-led tour for part of the visit.
But we finished the rest on our own.
但剩下的部分我们自己完成了。
04
How was the aquarium?
Situation 1
How was the aquarium?
It was really fun and relaxing.
Did you know that experts say that watching fish in an aquarium helps lower blood pressure?
It’s the first time I heard that.
I should visit the aquarium whenever I’m angry.
每当我生气时,我应该去参观水族馆。
Situation 2
What did you do on your day off?
I visited SeaWorld with my family.
Did you have fun?
How was the aquarium?
水族馆怎么样?
I had an amazing time.
My favorite was the Orca Show, the penguins, and the aquarium was so magical.
我最喜欢的是“Orca Show”、企鹅,还有水族馆,它们都如此神奇。
05
How was the race track?
Situation 1
How was the race track?
It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
It was actually on my bucket list.
实际上,这确实在我的“bucket list”上。
What did you like about it?
What’s not to love?
The smell of hot engines, the world’s best drivers at incredible speeds.
Exhilarating!
炙热引擎的气味,世界顶级车手以惊人的速度驰骋。
令人振奋!
Situation 2
Didn’t you say you were going to see the race on the weekend?
We did!
It was entertaining and captivating.
这很有趣且引人入胜。
I heard it was one of the highest turnouts to date.
The large crowds and powerful vehicles made it one of the best events of the year.
Writer's Note
Since this post is about "How was the" + noun, I'd like to explore what a noun really is. What are some nouns that you can think of? Here is a list of some nouns that may be helpful to you.
A common noun refers to a generic item, group or place. But is not the name of a particular person, place, or thing.
Sentences (type of noun):
- I bought a bag yesterday. (object)
- The teachers are going on strike. (group)
- These sweaters are extremely soft. (items)
- It looks like this clock needs new batteries. (items)
- The airport is under major construction. (place)
- The animals in the area are being affected by the virus. (group)
A proper noun is the name of a particular person, place, or thing; it usually begins with a capital letter.
Sentences (type of noun):
- I can't wait for my trip to Machu Picchu. (specific place)
- Is this cashmere sweater, Brunello Cucinelli? (specific brand)
- Let me introduce you to my friend, Katherine. (specific person)
- What are the negative effects of the Industrial Revolution? (historical importance)
- Barack Obama, was the first African American, multiracial president of the United States. (specific person)
'That is what learning is. You suddenly understand something you've understood all your life, but in a new way.' -Doris Lessing