Meaning
Например, если вы работаете над сложной математической задачей и не можете найти решение, вы можете сказать: «I'm stuck». Это значит, что вы зашли в тупик и нуждаетесь в помощи или новых идеях.
Данное выражение также может использоваться в физическом смысле. Например, если ваша машина застряла в грязи, вы можете сказать: «I'm stuck», чтобы описать ситуацию, когда вы не можете выехать самостоятельно.
Таким образом, «I'm stuck» используется как в переносном, так и в буквальном смысле для описания ситуаций, когда человек испытывает затруднения и нуждается в помощи или решении проблемы.
Today's Sentences
- I’m stuck in line.
- I’m stuck at work.
- I’m stuck in traffic.
- I’m stuck at the airport.
- I’m stuck in this relationship.
- Writer's Note
01
I’m stuck in line.
Situation 1
Where are you?
Let’s grab a coffee!
Давайте выпьем кофе!
I’m stuck in line.
Where?
I’m in line to use the bank machine.
I think there’s a rush because it’s lunch time.
Думаю, что здесь много людей, потому что сейчас обеденное время.
Situation 2
Are you almost here?
Sorry, I’m stuck in line.
Where?
At the coffee shop.
I wanted to grab us a coffee on my way to meet you.
Я хотел взять нам кофе по пути к вам.
02
I’m stuck at work.
Situation 1
Will you be able to make it to dinner?
Actually, I’m stuck at work.
Didn’t you stay at the office late yesterday too?
You must be so tired.
Вы должно быть очень устали.
I did.
I think I’ll be home around 11.
Думаю, я буду дома около 11.
Situation 2
Since it’s your first day will you be home earlier?
Well, I’m stuck at work.
Why?
I have to takeover the new duties of team lead.
I’ll call you when I’m done.
Я позвоню вам, когда закончу.
03
I’m stuck in traffic.
Situation 1
Are you still on your way?
I’m stuck in traffic.
But I’ll be there as soon as I can.
Но я буду там, как только смогу.
Don’t rush.
I wouldn’t want you to get into an accident.
Я бы не хотел, чтобы вы попали в аварию.
I’ll call you when I’m close-by.
Situation 2
Are you home yet?
I’m stuck in traffic.
I need to take the dog out for a walk.
But I’m stuck in traffic too.
Но я тоже застрял в пробке.
How about whoever gets home first, takes the dog out?
04
I’m stuck at the airport.
Situation 1
See you in a bit.
Actually, I’m stuck at the airport.
Why?
My flight got cancelled.
Situation 2
I’m stuck at the airport.
I thought you’d be arriving soon.
Can you get on the next flight?
Вы можете сесть на следующий рейс?
They’re trying to find one for me.
I’ll message you when I get my new flight details.
Я напишу вам, когда получу новые детали рейса.
Okay. Just get here safely.
I’ll be at the airport to pick you up.
Я буду в аэропорту, чтобы встретить вас.
05
I’m stuck in this relationship.
Situation 1
How have you been?
I’ve been okay.
I know you were having some second thoughts about your relationship.
Do you still feel the same?
Вы все еще испытываете те же чувства?
I feel stressed because I know I’m stuck in this relationship.
Situation 2
How are you and your boyfriend doing?
Well, I’m stuck in this relationship.
Why do you feel that way?
Because I know I can never break up with him.
I love him enough that I can’t hurt his feelings.
Я люблю его настолько, что не могу причинить ему боль.
Writer's Note
Have you ever felt stuck in a situation? Have you ever felt stuck in life? I think we've all experienced these feelings once, whether in our personal or professional lives. Here are some ways feeling stuck may meaning various situations.
Physical Situation: It may refer to being physically trapped or unable to move, such as being stuck in traffic, having your vehicle stuck in mud or snow, having a ring stuck on your finger, or even stuck in a small space such as an elevator.
Mental or Emotional State: It can express feelings of being overwhelmed or unable to make progress in a situation. For example, you may be struggling with a problem, homework, studying for a test, feeling indecisive, or be in such states as composer’s block and writer's block.
Social Context: It might indicate a feeling of being trapped in a social situation. For example, being stuck in an uncomfortable conversation, meeting new people, being with friends that are different, or being in a limiting relationship.
Technical Issue: In technology, it can refer to software or devices that are not functioning properly. For example, software issues like crashes, glitches, or incompatibility issues. Hardware issues like damaged screens, batteries, or other hardware malfunction. Internet connectivity issues like slow connection, Wi-Fi connectivity, or network connectivity problems.
