BBC Learning English - The English We Speak: Take it as a given
Episode 260504 / 04 May 2026
中文概要:本集节目讲解英语短语 “take it as a given” 的用法。这个表达用于描述那些我们可以默认认为理所当然的事情,即使没有完全确认。Feifei 和 Phil 通过对话和例子,展示了如何在日常生活中使用这个地道短语。
核心内容 Transcript Highlights
对话场景
Feifei: Phil,外面春意盎然,你听起来很兴奋啊! Phil: 是的,这个周末我要去山里徒步! Feifei: 山里?你准备好了吗?虽然天气预报不错,但你得 take it as a given(默认)山里的天气变化很快。 Phil: 确实,大家都这么说。我会带上合适的户外服装的。
短语解析:Take it as a given
- 含义:用于描述那些可以假设为真实或理所当然的事情,即使没有百分之百的证据。
- 替代表达:“take it as read”(接受某事无需验证)。
例句:
Office Context:
This work is for our most important client, so I’ll take it as a given that you’ve checked everything really carefully. 这是我们最重要的客户,所以我默认你已经仔细检查过所有细节。
Daily Life:
If you’re planning to drive somewhere nice on a sunny weekend, you should take it as a given that there’ll be traffic jams. 如果你周末开车去郊外,那你得默认会遇上堵车。
Personal Example:
If you change your computer password at work, you can take it as a given that it will take you two weeks to memorize it. 如果你改了工作电脑的密码,那你得默认需要两周才能记住。
词汇表 Vocabulary
| 单词/短语 | 英文解释 | 中文解释 | 示例句子 |
|---|---|---|---|
| take it as a given | assume something is true without full certainty | 默认,理所当然 | You can take it as a given that the weather will change in the mountains. |
| take it as read | accept something as true without verification | 无需验证即接受 | I’ll take it as read that you’ve finished the report. |
| assume | accept something as true without proof | 假设,设想 | Don’t assume everyone knows the rules. |
| forecast | prediction of future weather | 天气预报 | The forecast says it will rain tomorrow. |
学习重点 Key Learning Points
1. 短语用法
- 结构:Take it as a given that + [从句]。
- 功能:用于表达基于经验或逻辑的合理假设。
2. 场景应用
- 工作:用于强调默认条件或前提(如:Take it as a given that the client will ask for revisions.)。
- 生活:用于提醒他人注意常识或普遍情况(如:Take it as a given that trains are delayed during rush hour.)。
3. 替换表达
- Formal:Assume, Presume
- Casual:Bet on, Count on
互动练习 Interactive Exercises
1. 填空练习
Complete the sentences with “take it as a given”:
- If you’re flying during the holidays, you should __________ that flights will be fully booked.
- In this company, you can __________ that deadlines are non-negotiable.
2. 造句练习
Use “take it as a given” to describe:
- A default expectation in your job.
- A common situation in your city (e.g., traffic, weather).
3. 对话模拟
Scenario: You’re advising a friend who is planning a beach trip.
- Friend: Should I bring sunscreen? It’s cloudy today.
- You: ______________________________________________________.
文化拓展 Cultural Insights
英语中的「默认」表达
- “Take it as read”:更正式,常用于书面或法律语境(如:The contract states that all parties take it as read that the terms are binding.)。
- “A given”:名词形式,表示「理所当然的事」(如:It’s a given that everyone must attend the meeting.)。
类似中文表达
- 「不言而喻」:强调无需解释即可理解(如:不言而喻,这个项目需要团队合作)。
- 「心照不宣」:双方默契理解而无需明说(如:我们心照不宣,不会在老板面前提这件事)。
学习建议 Study Tips
听力跟读:
- 下载音频,跟读 Feifei 和 Phil 的对话,注意语音语调。
- 重点模仿:“You can take it as a given that…” 的句式。
场景演练:
- 与朋友练习使用这个短语,设计对话情境(如:提醒旅行注意事项、工作汇报等)。
笔记记录:
- 记录 3 个生活中「理所当然」的例子,并用英文表达出来。
资源下载:
- PDF 剧本下载(含更多练习和解释)。
常见错误 Common Mistakes
❌ I take it as given the project will be delayed. ✅ Correct: I take it as a given that the project will be delayed.
⚠️ 注意:短语中的 “a” 不可省略!
❌ You can take for granted that she’ll be late. ✅ Better: You can take it as a given that she’ll be late.
⚠️ Take for granted 强调「不珍惜」,而 take it as a given 强调「默认」。
拓展链接 Further Resources
Source: BBC Learning English - The English We Speak Published: 04 May 2026 Length: 3 minutes Presenters: Feifei, Phil Next Episode: Think on your feet