Meaning
Today's Sentences
- I’m responsible for my health.
- I’m responsible for loving myself.
- I’m responsible for caring for my pet.
- I’m responsible for being an honest citizen.
- I’m responsible for taking care of my family.
- Writer's Note
01
I’m responsible for my health.
Situation 1
Welcome back to work!
How are you feeling?
你感觉怎么样?
I’m doing much better.
How long were you in the hospital?
I was there for a week.
I realized I’m responsible for my health.
我意识到我对自己的健康负责。
Situation 2
I’m so glad that you’re feeling better.
Me too.
I’ve come to the conclusion that I’m responsible for my health.
我已经得出结论,我要对自己的健康负责。
I agree.
We all need to take care of ourselves.
我们都需要照顾好自己。
I’m gonna try to feed my body with regular exercise and healthy eating.
02
I’m responsible for loving myself.
Situation 1
I’m cutting out the toxic people in my life.
Why have you suddenly set boundaries?
Well, I’m responsible for loving myself.
And when I’m around people who criticize me I find I become very negative.
当我周围的人批评我时,我发现自己变得非常消极。
Good for you.
I’m glad you took initiative to put yourself first.
我很高兴你主动把自己放在了首位。
Situation 2
I don’t know why people are so judgmental.
It’s part of modern society and probably because people compare themselves to others.
Well, I believe that I’m responsible for loving myself.
That’s very wise of you to focus on yourself and your strengths.
03
I’m responsible for caring for my pet.
Situation 1
Why did you give your pet up for adoption?
I know that I’m responsible for caring for my pet.
And love isn’t always enough.
而且,光有爱是不够的。
I understand.
The hospital expenses were too much for me.
Situation 2
Did you go to the vet yesterday?
I finally did.
I thought she would get better naturally but I realized I’m responsible for caring for my pet.
我以为她会自然好转,但我意识到照顾我的宠物是我的责任。
I agree.
Sometimes going to see the vet earlier is a lot less costly.
有时候早点去看兽医会省下很多费用。
I’m glad that I did.
It seems like she’ll be just fine.
看起来她会没事的。
04
I’m responsible for being an honest citizen.
Situation 1
Why should I obey the law?
It gives you the benefits of being protected by higher powers of the country.
I guess I’m responsible for being an honest citizen.
I just wonder why I have to obey but politicians get to lie and cheat.
我只是想知道为什么我必须服从,而政客却可以撒谎和欺骗。
I understand your frustration.
But you should always lead an honest and law abiding life.
但你应该始终过诚实和守法的生活。
Situation 2
People are so greedy in our society.
It’s all about showing off.
一切都是为了炫耀。
I’m sure uploading on social media doesn’t help either.
But I think I’m responsible for being an honest citizen.
Regardless of the lies and corruption.
不管有多少谎言和腐败。
I’m proud that you think that way.
05
I’m responsible for taking care of my family.
Situation 1
I think I need a second job.
Why?
I’m responsible for taking care of my family.
I need some extra income.
我需要一些额外的收入。
The things we do for love.
Your family is very lucky to have you.
您的家人很幸运拥有您。
Situation 2
What kind of obligations do you have?
Well, I’m responsible for taking care of my family.
Me too.
That’s a big one for me.
这对我来说很重要。
But I believe that part of that responsibility is to be a happy and healthy individual too.
Self care is just as important as taking care of your family.
自我照顾和照顾家庭同样重要。
Writer's Note
Did you know that "responsible" is usually followed by the preposition "for". Let's go over it together!
When the adjective "responsible" is used to describe a person or thing that caused something, or that has the job of managing something, it is followed by the preposition "for".
- The teachers are responsible for educating, supporting, and coaching the students to perform at their best.
- The CEO is responsible for making major corporate decisions and communicate with the board of directors.
- He is responsible for developing strategies and research marketing trends for the project.
- The music therapist is responsible for preparing material for the senior groups she works with.
When "responsible" is used to mean capable, reliable or trustworthy, and no preposition is used.
- She is a very responsible employee.
- We're responsible in the development of healthy food concepts.
- We like to encourage responsible behavior at this facility.
- I'm not sure if he is responsible enough to limit his own screen time.
- Do you think he's responsible enough to care for a pet?
