新视野大学英语视听说教程 4 Unit 2-7

Script
Susan: Hey!
Amy: Hi! Don’t you know anyone who’s had cosmetic¹ surgery?
Susan: You mean like a liposuction? I don’t think that’s necessary. That’s not the way a woman should stay attractive.
Amy: Honestly, I won’t go as far as that. With surgery, I might look gorgeous, but it wouldn’t be the real me.
Susan: Yeah, people should be happy with the way they are.
Amy: I see your point. But I’m worried about the wrinkle around my eyes. I think I need a face-lift. Why can’t we go back to the way things were?
Susan: Because…I don’t know! But, Amy, you wouldn’t do that, would you?
Amy:  Darned right I would! I don’t expect my skin to be baby-smooth, but I should at least be young-looking.
Susan: Isn’t makeup² enough?
Amy: Come on, Susan. Be open-minded! Look at my eyes! They’re puffy. And my lower lids are dark and loose, and full of lines and circles. I really hope surgery can wipe out the tired look.
Susan: But what would other people think?
Amy:  I don’t care other people think. I’m already for a lift.
 

1 cosmetic   

n.化妆品；adj.化妆用的；装门面的；装饰性的

参考例句：

• These changes are purely cosmetic.这些改变纯粹是装饰门面。
• Laughter is the best cosmetic,so grin and wear it!微笑是最好的化妆品，所以请尽情微笑吧！

2 makeup   

n.组织；性格；化装品

参考例句：

• Those who failed the exam take a makeup exam.这次考试不及格的人必须参加补考。
• Do you think her beauty could makeup for her stupidity?你认为她的美丽能弥补她的愚蠢吗？