遠山顕の英会話入門 2024年冬号 Dialog 14

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Write It!
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◆ 彼女は……になり始めました
J: Yeah, the Japanese sounds a little bit like in the past tense.
K: I know what you mean. Yeah.
J: But in English, you can actually use the verb, "start."
K: Uh-huh.
J: And say "She's starting to 何々," which is present continuous.

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J: I know they did.
Y: Oh, yeah, that's something.
J: Yes.
K: All right. OK.
J: Good job.

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Before We Move On!
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K: Okay, this time, it's gonna be Rhett Butler and Scarlett O'Hara in a melodrama.
J: Gone with the Wind. Yeah.

R: Scarlet, where do you want this box?
S: Set it on the counter for now, Rhett.
R: How's your toe, my darling?
S: It's not bothering me anymore. Thanks. It's gone with the wind.
R: Good, my love, and that's a mighty fine expression as well.

(mighty fine = 非常に素晴らしい)

S: Oh but, Rhett.
R: Yes, dear.
S: I'm starting to get a sore throat. It hurts to swallow.
R: Oh no. You look a little feverish.
S: I feel dizzy too. I think I'm coming down with something.
R: OK. Sit down here while I look for the thermometer.
S: Now I'm sick today. Tomorrow, I'll recover.
R: For tomorrow is another day.
S: Hey, you stole my line, Rhett.
R: My apologies, Scarlett.