Meaning
"I can't believe"는 영어에서 놀라움이나 충격을 표현할 때 자주 사용되는 문구입니다. 이 표현은 어떤 상황이나 사실이 믿기 어려울 정도로 놀랍거나 충격적일 때 사용됩니다. 예를 들어, "I can't believe it's already December!"는 벌써 12월이 되었다는 사실이 놀랍다는 의미입니다.
일상 대화에서 "I can't believe"는 긍정적인 상황과 부정적인 상황 모두에 사용될 수 있습니다. 긍정적인 예로는 "I can't believe I won the lottery!"와 같이 로또에 당첨된 놀라움을 표현할 수 있습니다. 부정적인 예로는 "I can't believe he said that"처럼 누군가의 말이나 행동이 믿기 어려울 때 사용할 수 있습니다.
이 표현은 감정이나 놀라움을 강조하기 위해 사용되며, 대화 상대방에게 자신의 감정을 전달하는 데 효과적입니다. 이처럼 "I can't believe"는 감정의 강도를 나타내고 싶을 때 유용한 표현입니다.
Today's Sentences
- I can’t believe I tore my pants.
- I can’t believe the traffic today.
- I can’t believe it’s going to rain all day.
- I can’t believe you’re afraid of heights.
- I can’t believe how delicious this cake is.
- Writer's Note
01
I can’t believe I tore my pants.
Situation 1
What happened to your pants?
What about my pants?
You’ve got a big hole on the side.
I can’t believe I tore my pants.
Situation 2
I fell while riding my bike.
Oh no, are you okay?
I’m fine but I can’t believe I tore my pants.
I’m glad you aren’t hurt.
And don’t worry about your pants, I’m sure you can sew them or buy new ones.
그리고 바지는 걱정하지 마세요. 수선하거나 새로 구입할 수 있을 거예요.
02
I can’t believe the traffic today.
Situation 1
I’m so sorry for coming into work late.
That’s okay.
I can’t believe the traffic today.
I heard there was a major collision on the highway this morning.
Situation 2
I can’t believe the traffic today.
Yea, the roads are really bad because it’s been snowing overnight.
It took me twice as long to get to work.
Me too.
03
I can’t believe it’s going to rain all day.
Situation 1
I’m so excited for our first day on vacation.
Me too.
But it says it’s raining today.
하지만 오늘 비가 온다고 하네요.
I can’t believe it’s going to rain all day.
Don’t worry.
A little rain won’t keep us from having fun.
약간의 비가 내려도 우리는 재미있게 놀 수 있어요.
Situation 2
I can’t believe it’s going to rain all day.
I know!
I had plans to have a BBQ with my friends.
친구들과 함께 "BBQ"를 하려고 계획하고 있었어요.
Maybe we can invite everyone over for a movie or something.
Sure, I’ll ask some of my friends if they have plans.
04
I can’t believe you’re afraid of heights.
Situation 1
I don’t think I can do it.
I can’t believe you’re afraid of heights.
A man can be tough but still be afraid of things.
You just don’t look like the type of person to be scared of anything.
Situation 2
I’m so excited for this ride.
Aren’t you?
당신도 그렇지 않나요?
Um..
Really?
I can’t believe you’re afraid of heights.
너가 고소공포증이 있다는 게 믿기지 않아.
I hate to admit it but I am.
05
I can’t believe how delicious this cake is.
Situation 1
I can’t believe how delicious this cake is.
It’s my Grandma’s recipe.
You have to share it.
It’s the best cake I’ve ever had.
제가 먹어본 케이크 중 최고입니다.
Sure, I’d love to share the recipe with you.
Situation 2
Happy Birthday!
Thank you.
And thanks for bringing the cake.
케이크를 가져와 주셔서 감사합니다.
I’m glad I could celebrate with you.
Have you tried it yet?
이미 시도해 보셨나요?
I can’t believe how delicious the cake is.
It’s the perfect combination of sweet and fluffy.
달콤하고 부드러운 조화가 완벽해요.
Writer's Note
As an English learner, you may be wary of forming sentences with negation. How do we form negative statements? Here are some examples, "not" or "n’t, won’t, can't, didn't, haven't, doesn't". Let's go over a few sentences together.
- She isn't coming to the party.
- Why didn't you come earlier?
- Isn't that the new candy store?
- It won't be necessary.
- He didn't vote this year.
- I haven't seen him all semester.
- It doesn't seem like the offices are open today.
Keep in mind that statements that contain negation don't always carry a negative meaning. Make sure you pay attention to the context of the statement for a more accurate understanding.
