常用英語表達每日一句

I’m just about to

「I’m just about to」的意思是「我正要開始」，用於描述即將進行的動作或計劃。

Meaning

「I’m just about to」是一個常用於口語的英語表達，表示某人即將開始某個行動或事件，通常是非常接近於當下的時刻。例如，在你準備出門時，可以說「I’m just about to leave」，這意味著你正在準備離開，可能在幾秒鐘或幾分鐘內就會行動。

意思與用法：

  • 這個短語用來描述一個即將發生的動作。
  • 常用於生活中的各種情境，特別是當你需要告知別人你馬上要做某事時。
  • 「I’m just about to」後面通常接動詞的原形，例如「I’m just about to start cooking」表示「我正準備開始煮飯」。

    • 範例：

  • 「I’m just about to call you.」意思是「我正準備打電話給你」。
  • 「I’m just about to finish my homework.」表示「我快要寫完作業了」。
    • 這個表達方式讓對方了解你即將投入某個活動，是一種很自然的交流方式。

    Today's Sentences

    01

    I’m just about to leave for work.

    Situation 1

    Come and have breakfast.

    來吃早餐吧。

    I’m just about to leave for work.

    我正準備出門去上班。

    I was hoping you would have time to eat.

    我希望你有時間吃飯。

    Not today, but I’ll try to wake up earlier tomorrow.

    今天不行，但我會試著明天早點起床。

    02

    I'm just about to go to bed.

    Situation 1

    Do you think we could talk?

    你覺得我們可以談談嗎？

    I’m just about to go to bed.

    我正準備要上床睡覺。

    Can I call you tomorrow then?

    那我可以明天打給你嗎？

    Of course, let’s talk then.

    當然，那我們就聊聊吧。

    Situation 2

    Do you want to watch a movie with us?

    您想和我們一起看電影嗎？

    I’m just about to go to bed.

    我正準備要上床睡覺。

    So early?

    這麼早嗎？

    I had a rough day.

    我今天過得很糟糕。

    03

    I'm just about to start the study session.

    Situation

    Do you think I can borrow your notes from today’s class?

    你覺得我可以借用你今天課堂的筆記嗎？

    I'm just about to start the study session. 

    我正準備開始學習課程。

    Ok, maybe I can grab them from you later.

    好的，也許我可以稍後再向你拿。

    Sure.

    當然。

    04

    I'm just about to eat dinner.

    Situation 1

    Let’s go play some ball!

    讓我們去打球吧！

    Actually, I’m just about to eat dinner.

    其實，我正準備吃晚餐。

    Can you come out after for a game?

    你可以出來玩「game」嗎？

    Definitely, count me in.

    以下是翻譯內容： 當然，算我一份。

    Situation 2

    Can you forward the email from earlier?

    可以轉發之前的電子郵件嗎？

    Actually, I’m just about to eat dinner.

    其實，我正準備吃晚餐。

    Really? Could you send it after?

    真的嗎？你可以之後再寄嗎？

    Sure thing.

    當然可以。

    05

    I'm just about to have a nervous breakdown.

    Situation 1

    I'm just about to have a nervous breakdown.

    我快要精神崩潰了。

    Oh no, looks like you’ve got the jitters.

    糟糕，看起來你有點緊張。

    I’m ready to perform but there’s so many people in the audience today.

    我已經準備好上台表演，但今天觀眾席上有這麼多人。

    Don’t worry, you’ll play the piano beautifully.

    請不要擔心，你會彈鋼琴得很美妙。

    Situation 2

    Congratulations, it’s your wedding day!

    恭喜，今天是您的婚禮日！

    I’m just about to have a nervous breakdown.

    我快要崩潰了。

    Take a deep breath and remember it’s your day.

    深呼吸，記住這是你的日子。

    I will, thanks so much for coming.

    我會的，謝謝你的到來。

    Writer’s Note

    Life just gets so busy sometimes and we’re often bombarded with texts at all hours of the day. The two examples show common situations where you’re on the point of doing something or to do something very soon.

    生活有時候真的會變得很忙碌，我們經常在一天中的任何時刻收到訊息。這兩個例子展示了當你正要做某事或即將做某事時的常見情況。

    "I’m just about to" is a great way to tell someone indicate that what you are talking about is so close to happening. Similar words that may help are; an occurrence, to take place, come about.

    「I’m just about to」是用來告訴某人你所談論的事情即將發生的一個很好的方式。類似的詞可以是：發生、舉行、來臨。

    Examples:

    Examples:
    1. I’m just about to leave the house—do you need anything from the store?
      2. 我正準備要出門了—你需要我從商店帶些什麼嗎？
    2. I’m just about to start cooking dinner. Want to help?
      3. 我正準備開始做晚餐。想要幫忙嗎？
    3. I’m just about to send that email you asked for.
      4. 我正準備寄出你要求的那封 email。
    4. I’m just about to jump in the shower. Can it wait?
      5. 我正要去洗澡。可以等一下嗎？
    5. I’m just about to go to bed—text me tomorrow.
      6. 我正準備要上床睡覺——明天再傳訊息給我。
    6. I’m just about to press play on this movie. Popcorn?
      7. 我正準備要按下播放按鈕來看這部電影。爆米花要嗎？
    7. I’m just about to open your message—should I be nervous?
      8. 我正準備要打開你的訊息——我應該緊張嗎？
    8. I’m just about to binge-watch a whole season. Wish me luck.
      9. 我正準備要 binge-watch 一整季 祝我好運
    9. I’m just about to finish this report—it’s almost done.
      10. 我快要完成這份報告了——快好了。
    10. I’m just about to join the Zoom meeting.
      11. 我正準備加入 Zoom 會議。

    Hey! Just wanted to let you know that you’re doing great. Studying a language is hard, it’s confusing, but everyday is a step toward your goal. And look, you’re here reading this. And we’ve got your back. Keep it steady, keep it regular, keep on!

    嘿！只是想讓你知道你做得很好。學習一門語言很困難，會讓人感到困惑，但每一天都是邁向目標的一步。看看，你現在正在閱讀這些。放心，我們會支持你。保持穩定，保持規律，繼續加油！

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