Meaning
Today's Sentences
01
Just calm down!
Situation
Hey, listen up!
I’ve got something to say.
我有话要说。
Is this a family meeting?
Yes, we want to plan a family vacation.
That sounds great!
Where should we go?
我们应该去哪里?
02
Take a deep breath and calm down.
Situation
We’re in the lead.
What’s our next strategy to win?
我们接下来的制胜策略是什么?
I’m only going to tell you once, so listen up!
The best defense is a strong offense.
最好的防御就是强有力的进攻。
So man to man defenses and teammates stay in your zones?
You got it.
Now, let’s go win this game!
现在,让我们赢得这场比赛吧!
Writer's Note
To "listen up" means to be an active listener and be attentive. To engage in great conversation it is essential to have good listening skills. You may also use "listen up" as a command to get someone’s attention. Here are some other examples to help you practice:
- Listen up class! What we've learned up to today's class will be on the final exam.
- Listen up! All this arguing and whining is only going to get you into more trouble.
- We're going to start the Easter Egg hunt now so, listen up! There are clues all around the house so have fun!
- Okay team, listen up! This team needs a solid strategy if we're going to win this game.
- I've changed the choreography a bit, so listen up and eyes on me.
Share some of your examples of "listen up", we'd love to hear from you!
