英倫翻譯社/ Trsmaster

"Point"這個字簡單又好用，用在對的時機，讓人覺得你英文好得不得了。
 

(1)Beside the point：與所討論的問題無關。 
We are now discussing the sales plan, so your question about cost reduction is beside the point.
我們在討論業務計劃，你對降低成本的問題離題了。


(2)A case in point: 適當的例子。 
Powerful managers are not always protected from being fired. Mr. Brown is a case in point.
有力的主管也不見得就不會被革職，布朗先生就是個例子。


(3)Get to the point：說重點。 
We’re running out of time. Let’s get to the point. 
快沒時間了，我們說重點吧！


(4)Get/take someone's point：瞭解某人的意思。 
What did you say just now? I didn't quite get your point.
你剛說什麼？我不太懂你的意思。


(5)Have a point: 有可取之處。 
I admit (that) you have a point there. 
我承認你說得有點道理。


(6)Make one's point：表達了意思。 
Jack, you have made your point well. Thanks for fleshing out your thoughts.
Jack，你講得很清楚，謝謝你很具體說出內容。