处理迟到情况 Handling Lateness chǔlǐ chídào qíngkuàng

Dialogues

Dialogues 1

中文

小李：张经理，您好！非常抱歉，我今天迟到了。
张经理：小李，你今天迟到了？是什么原因呢？
小李：路上堵车，耽误了一些时间。
张经理：堵车啊，现在这个点儿确实容易堵车。下次注意提前出门，或者选择其他的交通方式。
小李：好的，张经理，我以后一定注意。谢谢您的理解。

拼音

Xiao Li: Zhang jingli, nin hao! Feichang baoqian, wo jintian chidao le.
Zhang jingli: Xiao Li, ni jintian chidao le? Shi shenme yuanyin ne?
Xiao Li: Lushu du che, danwu le yixie shijian.
Zhang jingli: Du che a, xianzai zhege dianr que shi rongyi du che. Xia ci zhuyi ticao chumen, huozhe xuanze qita de jiaotong fangshi.
Xiao Li: Hao de, Zhang jingli, wo yihou yiding zhuyi. Xiexie nin de liujie.

English

Xiao Li: Manager Zhang, hello! I'm very sorry, I'm late today.
Manager Zhang: Xiao Li, you're late today? What's the reason?
Xiao Li: There was a traffic jam on the way, which delayed me.
Manager Zhang: A traffic jam? It's indeed easy to get stuck in traffic at this time. Next time, pay attention to leaving earlier or choosing other means of transportation.
Xiao Li: Okay, Manager Zhang, I will definitely pay attention in the future. Thank you for your understanding.

Common Phrases

迟到了

chídào le

late

堵车

dǔ chē

traffic jam

提前出门

tíqián chūmén

leave early

交通方式

jiāotōng fāngshì

means of transportation

理解

lǐjiě

understanding

Cultural Background

中文

在中国文化中，准时是很重要的，迟到通常会被认为是不礼貌的。尤其是在正式场合，更要注重准时。非正式场合，可以根据情况灵活处理，但也要尽力准时。解释迟到的原因，一般来说是可以被接受的，但要避免过于敷衍。

拼音

zai Zhongguo wenhua zhong, zhunshi shi hen zhongyaode, chidao tongchang hui bei renwei shi bu limei de. youqi shi zai zhengshi changhe, geng yao zhuzhong zhunshi. feizhengshi changhe, keyi genju qingkuang linhua chuli, dan yao jinyi zhunshi. jieshi chidao de yuanyin, yiban laishuo shi keyi bei jieshou de, dan yao bimian guoyufu yan.

English

In Chinese culture, punctuality is highly valued, and being late is generally considered impolite. This is especially true in formal settings, where punctuality is even more important. In informal settings, flexibility is possible, but one should still strive to be punctual. Explaining the reason for lateness is generally acceptable, but avoid being too perfunctory.

Advanced Expressions

中文

由于不可抗力因素导致迟到，例如突发事故。

因故耽搁，万分抱歉。

对由此造成的不便，深感抱歉，并真诚地希望您能够谅解。

拼音

yóuyú bùkě kànglì yīnsù dǎozhì chídào, lìrú tūfā shìgù. yīngù dānge, wànfēn bàoqiàn. duì yóucǐ zàochéng de bùbiàn, shēngǎn bàoqiàn, bìng zhēnchéng de xīwàng nín nénggòu liàngjiě.

English

Due to force majeure, such as an unexpected accident, resulting in lateness. I sincerely apologize for the delay due to unforeseen circumstances. I deeply regret any inconvenience caused and sincerely hope you can understand.

Cultural Taboos

中文

避免使用过于夸张或不诚恳的道歉词语，例如“一点小事”等。切勿在公共场合大声抱怨，保持冷静和克制。

拼音

bìmiǎn shǐyòng guòyú kuāzhāng huò bù chéngkěn de dàoqiàn cíyǔ, lìrú “yīdiǎn xiǎoshì” děng. qiēwù zài gōnggòng chǎnghé dàshēng bàoyuàn, bǎochí lěngjìng hé kèzhì.

English

Avoid using overly exaggerated or insincere apologies, such as "a little thing". Don't complain loudly in public, stay calm and restrained.

Key Points

中文

适用于各种年龄和身份的人。需要根据场合和对象调整表达方式，正式场合需要更加正式和礼貌。

拼音

shìyòng yú gèzhǒng niánlíng hé shēnfèn de rén. xūyào gēnjù chǎnghé hé duìxiàng tiáozhěng biǎodá fāngshì, zhèngshì chǎnghé xūyào gèngjiā zhèngshì hé lǐmào.

English

Suitable for people of all ages and statuses. It's necessary to adjust the expression based on the occasion and the person, formal occasions require more formal and polite expressions.

Practice Tips

中文

反复练习对话，熟练掌握各种表达方式。

在实际场景中进行练习，提升表达能力。

与朋友或家人进行角色扮演，模拟真实场景。

拼音

fǎnfù liànxí duìhuà, shúlìàn zhǎngwò gèzhǒng biǎodá fāngshì. zài shíjì chǎngjǐng zhōng jìnxíng liànxí, tíshēng biǎodá nénglì. yǔ péngyou huò jiārén jìnxíng juésè bànyǎn, mónǐ zhēnshí chǎngjǐng.

English

Practice the dialogues repeatedly to master various expressions. Practice in real-life scenarios to improve your expression skills. Role-play with friends or family members to simulate real-life situations.