火车是一种铁路运输工具，由一列或多节车厢组成，这些车厢通过轨道连接在一起，由一个或多个机车牵引。火车可以用于运输乘客和货物，是现代交通系统中不可或缺的一部分。它们以其高效、经济和环保的特点而受到青睐。
Train - 火车
Locomotive - 机车
Passenger train - 客运列车
Freight train - 货运列车
Railway - 铁路
Track - 轨道
Carriage - 车厢
Coach - 客车车厢
Wagon - 货车车厢
Engineer - 工程师
Conductor - 列车员
Station - 车站
Departure - 出发
Arrival - 到达
Schedule - 时间表
Ticket - 车票
Reservation - 预订
Trains have been a crucial part of our transportation system for centuries. They are not only a means of transport but also a symbol of progress and modernization. The first steam-powered locomotive was invented in the early 19th century, marking the beginning of the railway era. Today, trains have evolved to become faster, safer, and more comfortable for passengers. High-speed trains, such as the Shinkansen in Japan and the TGV in France, are marvels of engineering that connect cities and countries at unprecedented speeds. Trains also play a vital role in reducing traffic congestion and decreasing carbon emissions, contributing to a greener environment. As we look to the future, the development of maglev trains and advanced rail systems promises even greater efficiency and innovation in rail transportation.
火车已经成为我们交通系统的重要组成部分数百年了。它们不仅是运输手段，也是进步和现代化的象征。19世纪初，第一台蒸汽动力机车的发明标志着铁路时代的开始。今天，火车已经发展得更快、更安全、更舒适。高速列车，如日本的新干线和法国的TGV，是工程学的奇迹，以前所未有的速度连接城市和国家。火车在减少交通拥堵和降低碳排放方面也发挥着重要作用，为更绿色的环境做出贡献。展望未来，磁悬浮列车和先进铁路系统的发展承诺在铁路运输中带来更大的效率和创新。
❶ 请问售票处在哪里？Where is the ticket office?
同类表达 Where can I buy a ticket?
Where is the booking office?
❷ 车票多少钱？How much is the fare?
对话 A: How much is the fare? 车票多少钱？
B: First class is 400 yuan and second class is 220 yuan . 一等座400元，二等座220元。
❸ 这班是快车吗？Is it an express train?
这样回答 Sorry, I don't know. You can ask the conductor. 抱歉，我不知道。你可以去问问乘务员。
❹ 我要赶晚上八点的火车。I want to catch an 8 p.m. train.
对话 A: Can you drive faster? I want to catch an 8 p.m. train. 你能开快点吗？我要赶晚上八点的火车。
B: Don't worry. You won't miss it. 放心吧，赶得上。
❺ 下一班到深圳的列车几点开？When is the next train to Shenzhen?
这样回答 The next way train will leave at 9 o'clock, but the next direct train will leave at 9:30. 下一趟慢车将在九点发车，但下一趟直达列车将在九点半发车。
❻ 我们停站一分钟。We'll be at the station for a minute.
对话 A: How long does this train stay at the station? 这趟火车在这站停留多久？
B: We'll be at the station for a minute. 我们停站一分钟。
❼ 我想是晕车了。I think it's motion sickness.
对话 A: You look pale. 你看起来脸色苍白。
B: I think it's motion sickness. 我想是晕车了。
❽ 火车什么时候进站？When does the train get in?
这样回答 Let's go to the information desk. 咱们去咨询台问一下吧。
I don't know, either. 我也不知道。
❾ 这趟列车预计什么时候到站？When is the train due to arrive?
对话 A: When is the train due to arrive? 这趟列车预计什么时候到站？
B: It's due at 5 p.m., but it's already ten minutes behind schedule. 原定五点到站，但已经晚点十分钟了。
❿ 我们走到走廊那边吧。Let's walk down the corridor.
对话 A: The train is slowing down. So let's walk down the corridor. 火车减速了，我们走到走廊那边吧。
B: OK, Let's go. 好的，我们走吧。