对棒球作为“美国消遣”的痴迷 The Obsession with Baseball as “America’s Pastime” Duì bàngqiú zuòwéi “měiguó xiāoqǐ” de chīmí

Content Introduction

中文

棒球在美国被称为“美国消遣”，这种说法并非夸大其词。棒球在美国拥有悠久的历史和深厚的文化底蕴，它早已超越了单纯的体育运动范畴，成为美国文化的重要组成部分，甚至被视为一种象征。

棒球运动在美国的普及程度令人惊叹。从孩童到老年人，从城市到乡村，几乎每个人都或多或少地了解并参与到棒球运动中。许多家庭将看棒球比赛视为重要的家庭活动，亲朋好友聚在一起，享受比赛的乐趣和氛围。

棒球在美国的流行与美国的历史和社会发展密切相关。在19世纪末20世纪初，美国经历了快速工业化和城市化的进程，人们需要一种能够在工作之余放松身心、享受集体娱乐的活动。棒球运动因其规则简单易懂、参与门槛低，以及充满竞争和戏剧性的特点，很快赢得了美国民众的喜爱。

此外，棒球还培养了美国人独特的价值观和精神气质，例如团队合作、顽强拼搏、坚持不懈以及尊重规则等。这些精神品质，与美国社会所倡导的价值观相契合，也成为美国人文化认同的重要组成部分。

美国职业棒球大联盟（MLB）是世界上最著名的棒球联盟之一，它拥有众多忠实的球迷和巨额的商业价值，其影响力遍及全球。MLB的比赛不仅是一场精彩的体育盛事，更是一场文化的盛宴，它吸引了来自世界各地的游客，为美国带来了巨大的经济效益。

拼音

Bàngqiú zài měiguó bèi chēngwèi “měiguó xiāoqǐ”, zhè zhǒng shuōfǎ bìngfēi kuādà qícǐ. Bàngqiú zài měiguó yǒngyǒu yōujiǔ de lìshǐ hé shēnhòu de wénhuà dǐyùn, tā záoyǐ cháoyuè le dāncún de tǐyù yùndòng fànchóu, chéngwéi měiguó wénhuà de zhòngyào zǔchéng bùfèn, shènzhì bèi shìwèi yī zhǒng xiàngzhēng.

Bàngqiú yùndòng zài měiguó de pǔjí chéngdù lìng rén jīngtàn. Cóng háitóng dào lǎoniánrén, cóng chéngshì dào xiāngcūn, jīhū měi gè rén dōu huò duō huò shǎo de liǎojiě bìng cānyù dào bàngqiú yùndòng zhōng. Xǔduō jiātíng jiāng kàn bàngqiú bǐsài shìwèi zhòngyào de jiātíng huódòng, qīnpéng hǎoyǒu jù zài yīqǐ, xiǎngshòu bǐsài de lèqù hé fēnwéi.

Bàngqiú zài měiguó de liúxíng yǔ měiguó de lìshǐ hé shèhuì fāzhǎn mìqiè xiāngguān. Zài 19 shìjì mò 20 shìjì chū, měiguó jīnglì le kuàisù gōngyè huà hé chéngshì huà de jìnchéng, rénmen xūyào yī zhǒng nénggòu zài gōngzuò zhī yú fàngsōng xīnshēn, xiǎngshòu jítǐ yúlè de huódòng. Bàngqiú yùndòng yīn qí guīzé jiǎndān yìdǒng, cānyù ménkǎn dī, yǐjí chōngmǎn jìngzhēng hé xìjù xìng de tèdiǎn, hěn kuài yíngdé le měiguó mínzhòng de xǐ'ài.

Cǐwài, bàngqiú hái péiyǎng le měiguó rén dú tè de jiàzhíguān hé jīngshen qìzhì, lìrú tuánduì hézuò, wánqiáng pīnbó, jiānchí bùxiè yǐjí zūnjìng guīzé děng. Zhèxiē jīngshen pǐnzhì, yǔ měiguó shèhuì suǒ chāngdǎo de jiàzhíguān xiāngqìhé, yě chéngwéi měiguó rén wénhuà rèntóng de zhòngyào zǔchéng bùfèn.

měiguó zhíyè bàngqiú dà liánméng (MLB) shì shìjiè shang zuì zhùmíng de bàngqiú liánméng zhī yī, tā yǒngyǒu zhòngduō zhōngshí de qúmí hé jù'é de shāngyè jiàzhí, qí yǐngxiǎnglì biànjí quánqiú. MLB de bǐsài bù jǐn shì yī chǎng jīngcǎi de tǐyù shèngshì, gèng shì yī chǎng wénhuà de shènyàn, tā xīyǐn le láizì shìjiè gè dì de yóukè, wèi měiguó dài lái le jùdà de jīngjì xiàoyì.

English

Baseball is often called “America’s Pastime,” and this isn't an exaggeration. It boasts a long history and deep cultural roots in the United States, transcending mere sport to become an integral part of American culture, even a symbol of the nation.

The pervasiveness of baseball in America is astonishing. From children to the elderly, from cities to rural areas, nearly everyone has some level of familiarity and involvement with the sport. For many families, attending a baseball game is a cherished family activity, bringing relatives and friends together to enjoy the game and the atmosphere.

Baseball's popularity in the US is inextricably linked to the country's history and social development. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, America underwent rapid industrialization and urbanization. People needed a way to relax and enjoy collective entertainment after work. Baseball, with its simple, easily understood rules, low barrier to entry, and exciting competition, quickly captured the hearts of Americans.

Furthermore, baseball has fostered unique American values and traits, such as teamwork, tenacity, perseverance, and respect for rules. These qualities align with the values promoted by American society and are an important part of cultural identity.

Major League Baseball (MLB) is one of the most famous baseball leagues in the world. It boasts a huge fan base and immense commercial value, with its influence reaching across the globe. MLB games are not just exciting sporting events but cultural spectacles, drawing tourists from all over the world and generating significant economic benefits for the United States.

Dialogues

Dialogues 1

中文

A: 你知道美国人为什么那么迷恋棒球吗？
B: 我听说棒球在美国有很长的历史，是一种重要的文化象征。
A: 没错，棒球不仅是运动，更是美国精神的体现。它代表着团队合作、公平竞争和永不放弃的精神。
B: 难怪美国人对棒球那么狂热，每一场比赛都吸引大量的观众。
A: 而且，棒球也是很多家庭的共同活动，老老少少都喜欢看比赛。
B: 看来要深入了解美国文化，棒球是绕不过去的一个话题。

拼音

A: Nǐ zhīdào měiguó rén wèishénme nàme míliàn bàngqiú ma?
B: Wǒ tīngshuō bàngqiú zài měiguó yǒu hěn cháng de lìshǐ, shì yī zhǒng zhòngyào de wénhuà xiàngzhēng.
A: Mèicuò, bàngqiú bù jǐn shì yùndòng, gèngshì měiguó jīngshen de tǐxiàn. Tā dàibiǎo zhe tuánduì hézuò, gōngpíng jìngzhēng hé yǒng bù fàngqì de jīngshen.
B: Nànguài měiguó rén duì bàngqiú nàme kuángrè, měi yī chǎng bǐsài dōu xīyǐn dàliàng de guānzhòng.
A: Érqiě, bàngqiú yěshì hěn duō jiātíng de gòngtóng huódòng, lǎolǎo shàoshào dōu xǐhuan kàn bǐsài.
B: Kànlái yào shēnrù liǎojiě měiguó wénhuà, bàngqiú shì rào bù guò qù de yīgè huàtí.

English

A: Do you know why Americans are so obsessed with baseball?
B: I heard that baseball has a long history in the United States and is an important cultural symbol.
A: That's right, baseball is more than just a sport; it's a reflection of the American spirit. It represents teamwork, fair competition, and the spirit of never giving up.
B: No wonder Americans are so passionate about baseball; every game attracts a large number of spectators.
A: Moreover, baseball is a common activity for many families; people of all ages enjoy watching games.
B: It seems that to understand American culture deeply, baseball is an unavoidable topic.

Cultural Background

中文

“America’s Pastime” reflects the deep-seated cultural significance of baseball in the US, often used in formal and informal contexts.

Understanding the historical context of baseball’s rise in the US is key to appreciating its cultural significance.

Advanced Expressions

中文

The enduring legacy of baseball in American society.

The socio-cultural implications of baseball's dominance in American sport.

Baseball's role as a unifying force in American culture.

Key Points

中文

Appropriate for various ages and social settings, from casual conversation to more formal discussions.,Be mindful of the audience's familiarity with baseball; adjust the level of detail accordingly.,Avoid using overly technical baseball jargon unless speaking to baseball enthusiasts.

Practice Tips

中文

Practice describing baseball’s history and cultural impact in the US.

Role-play conversations discussing the appeal of baseball.

Learn to explain the significance of baseball in different American contexts.