【跟着美剧练发音】美剧美语892期

Tommy: I came to apologize. I know you were just trying to help. I guess I wasn't ready to face reality. This is just so new, you and me, and I didn't want you to see… I’m scared. I’m almost 30 years old and I’ve never been given an ounce¹ /aʊns/ of responsibility² in my life. You, you are driven and intelligent/ɪnˈtɛlɪdʒənt/. You’re a million times too good for me, even before I was broke. And now I have absolutely nothing to bring to whatever this is.

Laurel: I never care about the money. And truth be told, billionaire was your least attractive³ quality. I am so sorry if I pushed you too hard on the job with Oliver. I just … I thought you working for him was a good idea, because he is your friend. And it’s OK to ask a friend for help. You won't lose your street cred /krɛd/.

Tommy: I’m happy to lose my street cred. I just don't want to lose you.

Laurel: well, I’m not saying that it’s gonna be easy… but I’m here for you if you need someone tolean on. That’s what people do when they are together.

Tommy: together like boyfriend-girlfriend?

Laurel: mm. Do not ruin /ˈruɪn/ this moment. It was going so well for you.

1 ounce   

n.盎司，英两

参考例句：

• He poured in every ounce of power but couldn't make it.他竭尽了全力却无济于事。
• He has used up the last ounce of oil.他已用完最后一滴油。

2 responsibility   

n.责任，职责

参考例句：

• The safety of the ship is the captain's responsibility.确保船的安全是船长的责任。
• The matter is outside my area of the responsibility.此事超出我的责任范围。

3 attractive   

adj.有吸引力的；引起注意的

参考例句：

• Bright colours are attractive to children.鲜艳的颜色对儿童有吸引力。
• The food has an attractive taste.这食品的味道很诱人。