Meaning
"How was the"는 영어로 무언가의 상태나 경험에 대한 평가를 물을 때 사용하는 표현입니다. 이 표현은 주로 과거의 특정 사건이나 경험에 대해 상대방의 의견이나 느낌을 묻는 상황에서 쓰입니다.
예를 들어:
- "How was the movie?"는 영화를 본 사람에게 영화가 어땠는지를 묻는 질문입니다.
- "How was the party?"는 파티에 참석한 사람에게 그 파티가 어땠는지를 물을 때 사용됩니다.
"How was the"는 이러한 방식으로 과거에 대한 피드백을 요청할 때 매우 유용한 표현입니다. 상대방의 경험이나 의견에 대해 자연스럽게 대화를 이어갈 수 있는 좋은 방법입니다.
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?
동물원은 어땠어요?
It was really fun.
Whoever said the zoo was for kids?
누가 동물원이 아이들을 위한 곳이라고 했나요?
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.
좋게 들리네요.
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.
오랜만에 그를 만나니 반가웠어.
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?
필요한 모든 것을 찾으셨나요?
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?
박물관은 어땠나요?
We went to the Royal Gallery Museum.
It was inspiring to be around all the art and history.
모든 예술과 역사를 접할 수 있어 감동적이었습니다.
Situation 2
How was the museum?
I learned a lot.
The exhibits were all very interesting and sparked a flame in me.
전시품들이 모두 매우 흥미로웠고 제 안에 열정을 불러일으켰습니다.
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.
하지만 나머지는 저희끼리 마무리했습니다.
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.
화가 날 때마다 수족관에 가야겠어요.
Situation 2
What did you do on your day off?
I visited SeaWorld with my family.
Did you have fun?
How was the aquarium?
수족관은 어땠어요?
I had an amazing time.
My favorite was the Orca Show, the penguins, and the aquarium was so magical.
제가 가장 좋아했던 것은 "Orca Show", 펭귄, 그리고 수족관이었는데, 정말 마법 같았어요.
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.
사실 그것은 제 버킷리스트에 있었습니다.
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!
뜨거운 엔진의 냄새, 세계 최고의 드라이버들이 믿을 수 없는 속도로 질주합니다.
짜릿하죠!
Situation 2
Didn’t you say you were going to see the race on the weekend?
We did!
It was entertaining and captivating.
정말 재미있고 매력적이었어요.
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
