I heard that you' ve just applied for the scholarship. How about the result? 听说你刚申请了奖学金.结果怎么样？

I’m afraid that it's not going to work out. 恐怕这事不会成！

Don't be so gloomy. I have confidence in it. I’m sure you can make it. 不要这么忧郁！我对你有信心，你会成功的！

Thank you for your kind words. 谢谢你的吉言。

Chances are slim. 希望渺茫。

What are your chances of getting into Harvard University?  你有可能进哈佛大学读书吗？

Chances are slim. 希望渺茫。