旅游英语对话-Being Cautious in a Big City(1)

A: Is there anything special I need to think about as I tour this city?
B: You need to keep in mind that this is a very poor country. Things are a little more desperate here than you are used to.
A: What do I need to look for?
B: Be particularly vigilant¹ anytime you are in a crowded place with other tourists. Pickpockets² know that tourists aren’t paying all that much attention.
A: I have seen many children on the street begging, so what do I do about them?
B: It is best not to give money to children or other beggars on the street, as they can swarm³ you. You can give money to a local charity.
A: Should I be concerned about what I eat or drink?
B: Do not drink any water that isn’t bottled. Avoid street vendor⁴ food.
A: How about being out on the street at night?
B: I would take a cab to your destination at night. Don’t walk down the street alone.
 

1 vigilant   

adj.警觉的，警戒的，警惕的

参考例句：

• He has to learn how to remain vigilant through these long nights.他得学会如何在这漫长的黑夜里保持警觉。
• The dog kept a vigilant guard over the house.这只狗警醒地守护着这所房屋。

2 pickpockets   

n.扒手( pickpocket的名词复数 )

参考例句：

• Crowded markets are a happy hunting ground for pickpockets. 拥挤的市场是扒手大展身手的好地方。
• He warned me against pickpockets. 他让我提防小偷。 来自《简明英汉词典》

3 swarm   

n.(昆虫)等一大群；vi.成群飞舞；蜂拥而入

参考例句：

• There is a swarm of bees in the tree.这树上有一窝蜜蜂。
• A swarm of ants are moving busily.一群蚂蚁正在忙碌地搬家。

4 vendor   

n.卖主；小贩

参考例句：

• She looked at the vendor who cheated her the other day with distaste.她厌恶地望着那个前几天曾经欺骗过她的小贩。
• He must inform the vendor immediately.他必须立即通知卖方。