英语口语技巧之确认

英语口语中，确认（Asking for Clarification）是一项常用的口语技巧。通过确认，可以正确了解对方的意思，从而避免意义混淆以及误解；尤其在谈话中遇到比较难，复杂以及敏感的情景。

确认的基本方法就是通过用不同的语言复述对方的观点，然后看对方的反应。

常用的基本句型如下：

I gather your point is...

So what you are saying is ...

In other words...

What you're getting at ...

From what you're saying, I'm guessing...

You mean...

If I've got it right...

Do you mean that?

Does this mean that?

May I assume that?

Could you repeat that again, please?

Could you tell me what it means, please?

Could you say that again?

Would you mind repeating that?

I didn't follow that. could you clarify.. for me?

Example:

A: I am the father of an 18-year-old who is about to finish high school this summer. He told me last week he wanted to start his own business after graduation .

B: i am guessing you don't approve of his plan.

当你在实际运用的时候，就会发现，确认是一个高频使用的口语技巧。

在上面表达方式中先挑出三句，脱口而出，然后用起来吧！