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Yesterday was a lousy day. By the same token today does't look any better. What goes around comes around. 10. What Are Friends For? Jane meets her old friend, Fred. J: Hi, Fred! How's everything? F: Not so good, I'm afraid. Supporting a family is becoming more and more difficult these days. J: What you say can't be more true. Everything is so expensive. I can hardly make ends meet myself. F: Oh, really? Do you need any money? What I have is not much, but I can loan you some. J: I'm OK. Thanks for being so thoughtful anyway. F: What are friends for? flatter 奉承 flattery meet with trouble 遇到麻煩 meet sb The chinaman presided over the meeting. meet you halfway 折衷 Let's compromise 妥協(xié) to reach a compromise 招呼語 greeting： How are you? How have you been? How are you getting along? How is everything? polite behavior Peter is afraid/scared/frightened of snakes. cockroach(es) 蟑螂 support a family 養(yǎng)家 back you up 支持 I couldn't care less. 不在乎 hardly = almost not Today many city couples both have to work, or they can't make ends meet. 收支平衡 We are in need of more parks in our city. = We need more.... stingy 小氣的 get by 說的過去，混過 11. Power without Pollution p.69 Pollution is a big problem in almost all the big cities of the world. City people are, therefore, becoming more and more worried about how they can get rid of pollution. They are also concerned about whether the government is doing enough to protect the environment. However, people in Ireland don't have these worries. They are sure that they have found the answer to the problem. They use windmills. These windmills can create power without creating pollution. This method is so successful that other countries are thinking of doing the same. Why not? What works for Ireland can work for any other country. I am ready. = I am all set. Don't pollute this river. Yesterday afternoon we had a power failure for two hours. 停電 During the power failuer, the lights usually go out. a big problem = a serious problem You should rid youreself of that bad habit of smoking. concerned = worried People in ireland, however, don't have these worries. People in ireland don't, however, have these worries. answer to = solution to creat / produce / generate 12. Stop the Noise p.77 Mr. Chen is talking to his neighbor Mrs. Wang. C: May I have a word with you? W: Sure. What's the problem? C: It's about your son. I'm tired of his making so much noise at all hours of the day. W: I'm sorry. I'm sure he's not doing it on purpose. C: I'm sure he's not. But we can do without the noise pollution, you know? W: You're absolutely right. By the way, how was your party last night? It sure sounded like you had a great time. C: Uh… poorly My girlfriend and I had a chat at a shop yesterday have a word with sb about sth = talk with(to) sb about sth have words with = argument stingy 小氣 sure = of course = you bet be in love with 狀態(tài) fall in love with 動(dòng)作 I am tired. 累 I am tired of sth = I am sick of sth 厭煩 I am tired of that 從句 錯(cuò) 變化1: I am tired of the fact that 從句 變化2: I am tired of
sb's V-ing 所有格 I am curious about that he studies hard. 錯(cuò) 變化：I am curious about the fact that he studies hard. 或：I am curious about his studying hard. that 不能做介詞的賓語 on purpose = with intention = intentionally can do without 沒有...也可以 can't do without 沒有...就不行 It sure sounds like ... sure / like 口語用法
12. Stop the Noise p.77 Mr. Chen is talking to his neighbor Mrs. Wang. C: May I have a word with you? W: Sure. What's the problem? C: It's about your son. I'm tired of his making so much noise at all hours of the day. W: I'm sorry. I'm sure he's not doing it on purpose. C: I'm sure he's not. But we can do without the noise pollution, you know? W: You're absolutely right. By the way, how was your party last night? It sure sounded like you had a great time. C: Uh… poorly My girlfriend and I had a chat at a shop yesterday have a word with sb about sth = talk with(to) sb about sth have words with = argument stingy 小氣 sure = of course = you bet be in love with 狀態(tài) fall in love with 動(dòng)作 I am tired. 累 I am tired of sth = I am sick of sth 厭煩 I am tired of that 從句 錯(cuò) 變化1: I am tired of the fact that 從句 變化2: I am tired of sb's V-ing 所有格 I am curious about that he studies hard. 錯(cuò) 變化：I am curious about the fact that he studies hard. 或：I am curious about his studying hard. that 不能做介詞的賓語 on purpose = with intention = intentionally can do without 沒有...也可以 can't do without 沒有...就不行 It sure sounds like ... sure / like 口語用法 13.Health Comes First p. 81 Smoking is bad in that it is harmful to one's health. In spite of the fact that doctors have even warned that it causes cancer, people still keep on smoking. In some Western countries, however, people are beginning to kick the bad habit. They realize that health should come first. To help them quit smoking, there are laws against cigarette advertising and smoking in public places. This is praiseworthy except that Western countries are now selling cigarettes in the East in greater numbers than ever. That they are doing this is immoral, don't you think? put out my cigarette once and for all 斷然地, 堅(jiān)決地 Health comes first. 健康至上 Health is wealth. Health is above wealth. miser 守財(cái)奴 Dogs can be dangerous, in that, they can bite. be in good/poor health in spite of = despite + the fact that 從句 keep (on) V-ing on 可省略 If you keep studying, you will master English. kick the bad habit of smoking get rid of Bob realized his dream after graduating from college. Peter placed an advertisemnet in the newspaper for a helper. 登廣告 He is a nice guy except that he smokes. ...than ever(before) 加不加before均可 That they are doing this is immoral, don't you think? immortal 不朽的
14. Quit Cold Turkey p.89 Jane is talking to her boyfriend. J: You promised me that you were going to give up smoking. What's that in your hand? B: I'm sorry. I really want to except that every time I get nervous, I can't help smoking. J: That's just an excuse. B: No. It's true. I've tried everything: chewing gum,
biting my fingernails and even meditation, but nothing works. J: Well, if you want to be with me, you'll just have to quit cold turkey. B: That will work! quit asking me so many questions quit cold turkey cold turkey(adv) = all at once 一勞永逸 stand for 代表 Edward promise Sally to meey her at six. You promised me that you would meet me at six, but you were late. I promise to help you with the disdes after dinner. Tom made a promise to Sally to marry her. Tom made a promise to Sally that he would marry her. I can't help smoking. = I can't help but smoke. I'd like to go with you except that I am too tired. whenever = every time Every time I go fishing, I catch nothing. I'll be true to sb. = I'll be faithful to sb. meditation 打坐，冥想 a stick of gum = a piece of gum a pack of cigarette 15. Don't Rely on Luck! P.93 Passing exams is every student's dream. Failing them is their nightmare. So, to realize their dreams, many students try anything. They even go to fortunetellers, buy lucky charms and follow old customs. In Korea, many students bury something personal in the university they want to enter. They believe that these things will act as magnets and "pull" them into the university. Whether it works or not, nobody really knows. At least it does ease the students' minds about passing exams. Remember, though, you can't always rely on luck. There is no substitute for hard work. don't rely on luck 勿心存僥幸 bill 紙鈔 pass the exam fail the exam flunk the exam(俚,fail) dream a sweet dream 做了一個(gè)夢(mèng) I dreamed about/of you last night. dream about/of kissing sb 夢(mèng)見 I had a nightmare dream last night. I have a dream. ? parasol 陽傘 be buried in My father was buried in military cemetery. Peter is always buried in his work. Do as the roman do. In Austrilia I acted as Peter's interpretor. 口譯員 ease one's mind 16. Study or Flunk p.101 Kim bumps into her classmate, Pak. K: What's the matter, Pak? You look depressed. Did someone just die or what? P: Well, someone is going to soon. K: Oh, my God! Really? Who is it? P: Me. I flunked the exam and my dad's going to kill me. K: How come you flunked? I thought you did everything the fortuneteller told you to do. P: I thought so, too. I was sure of passing. That's why I went to see him this morning. K: Well, what did he say? P: He said I flunked because I did everything very well except that I forgot one thing. K: What's that? P: I didn't study! My teacher failed/flunked me. Don't fail me. = Don't let me down. 不要讓我失望 disappointed grade 分?jǐn)?shù) You have a failing grade. bump into (口) encounter 正式詞 I feel encouraged by his words. It is hot here or what? Who is it? It's me. exaggerate v.夸大 I don't think so.(常用) = I think not. sb be sure of sth = sb be sure that 從句 Bruce is a fine guy except that he is stingy. 17. A Computer Car p.105 You are in a strange city. It's late at night and you're tired. But you can't find your hotel. You sigh a deep sigh. It seems like you are dreaming a terrible dream. What is happening? This situation often happens to people who travel by car. But it may become a thing of the past. New auto computers are being designed to tell you how to reach your destination. A small screen in your car
displays a map of the city and shows you where you are. Just give the computer the name of your hotel. You'll see it on the map. To top it off, a voice will give you directions while you drive. With a car like this, what else would you expect. He is a stranger to music. 一點(diǎn)不懂 Music is closed book to Bruce. lose in town 城中迷路 sigh a deep sigh = heave a sigh 嘆了一口氣 It seems like + 從句 口語中 fiction story In a dangerous situation, you should get away. They reached the top of the mountain on foot. cafe 法語 coffee shop 英語 reach one's destination There are many computers on display at that trade show. to top it off = in addition We had a great meal. To top it off, the dessert is excellent. 18. Nothing is perfect p 111 The computer in Dan's car is helping him reach his hotel. D: OK, computer, how do we get there? C: go one block and take a left. D: that looks easy. (He turns right.) C: Left! I said "left", you idiot!" D: Sorry! Wow, you don't have to get so angry. C: I'm sorry. I guess I'm just having a bad day. D: a bad day? You're a computer! How can you have a bad day? C: Well, I think I've got a virus. D: Ha! And I thought computers could never be wrong. Practice makes perfect. 熟能生巧 perfect lightbulb = make lightbulb perfect 讀音不同 fix = repair He is a young repairman. take a left = make a left turn = turn left in a good mood 心情 On rainy day, I am often in a bad mood. I am in a mood for dance, let's go to Disco. 想要 My teacher is angry with me, because I flunked the test. Today is not my day. 今天真倒霉 Singing is a good way to let out one's emotion. 發(fā)泄情緒 You can't go wrong studying English with Bruce. She wronged him by annoying him. 傷害 19. Blame it on Men p114 What's the real reason women get fat? It's not chocolate or ice cream. According to a recent report, which was published in London, it's men! A magazine suggested men have a special warning written on their foreh- eads:" I can make you fat!" what do you think of that idea? The report claims that when women fall in love, they tend to eat more. When they get married, they cook more. And when they get pregnant, of course, they gain weight. They blame it on men. So, girls, if you want to lose weight, you don't have to go on a diet: just dump your boyfriends! thin 更苗條 slender 苗條 Mother blamed me for breaking the window, but my kid broher did it. The farmers blamed their poor crops on the weather. 怪罪 two cocolates two icecreams 指種類 icecream 不可數(shù) two scoops of icecream according to me 錯(cuò) 應(yīng)為 I think I'll have my hair cut/done this weekend. How do you like this song? How do you feel about this song? What do you think of this song? tend to He tend to get angry. bulimia 貪食癥 anorexia 厭食癥 She is expecting her baby. 她懷孕了 When is your baby due? 什么時(shí)候生下來？
20 A Weighty Problem p 123 Eve and Adam are talking. E: Do you know I've put on 5 kilos since going out with you? A: Why's that? E: You're always taking me to fancy restaurants. A: Well, you don't have to eat so much when we eat out, you know. E: But I can't resist all the delicious food. A: Besides, it's not cheap. E: I guess you're right. Maybe I should start cooking again. (Adam turns pale.) A: Uh… Let's just forget about your weight problem, OK? I don't care how fat you are. E: really? I wish you happy landinds. 一路平安 a bad cook 廚師 不應(yīng)為cooker 飯店廚師應(yīng)為 chef a weight problem pun n.vi.vt.雙關(guān)語 If you drink too much beer, you'll put on a lot of weight. The word "kilo" is short for the kilogram. date = go on a date = go out with fancy restaurant 豪華飯館 eat out 下館子 Betty can't resist my charm. I don't understand it, my dog won't eat my delious cooking. inviting 誘人的 stingy miser fat chance 門都沒有 pale 臉色蒼白 gray(美) grey(英) 頭發(fā)白了 I couldn't care less. 不在乎 I don't care for that. 21 Coffee Bathing P 127. When the Japanese as you "Would you like some coffee?" think twice before you answer. In Japan, it is quite popular to have a "coffee hath." For about US$20, you can get a ground coffee bath; that is, they "boil" you in coffee. The coffee smells good, but you'll probably feel the heat. It sounds like fun, doesn't it? Well, the Japanese don't do it for fun. They believe it helps cure diseases. Who knows? Maybe it's true. But in spite of what they say, I'll just take my coffee in a cup, thank you. bath n. take a bath bathe vi. bathing-suit泳衣 stink vi.發(fā)臭 Look before you leap. 三思而后行 Hair dyeing is popular
Yesterday was a lousy day. By the same token today does't look any better. What goes around comes around. 10. What Are Friends For? Jane meets her old friend, Fred. J: Hi, Fred! How's everything? F: Not so good, I'm afraid. Supporting a family is becoming more and more difficult these days. J: What you say can't be more true. Everything is so expensive. I can hardly make ends meet myself. F: Oh, really? Do you need any money? What I have is not much, but I can loan you some. J: I'm OK. Thanks for being so thoughtful anyway. F: What are friends for? flatter 奉承 flattery meet with trouble 遇到麻煩 meet sb The chinaman presided over the meeting. meet you halfway 折衷 Let's compromise 妥協(xié) to reach a compromise 招呼語 greeting： How are you? How have you been? How are you getting along? How is everything? polite behavior Peter is afraid/scared/frightened of snakes. cockroach(es) 蟑螂 support a family 養(yǎng)家 back you up 支持 I couldn't care less. 不在乎 hardly = almost not Today many city couples both have to work, or they can't make ends meet. 收支平衡 We are in need of more parks in our city. = We need more.... stingy 小氣的 get by 說的過去，混過 11. Power without Pollution p.69 Pollution is a big problem in almost all the big cities of the world. City people are, therefore, becoming more and more worried about how they can get rid of pollution. They are also concerned about whether the government is doing enough to protect the environment. However, people in Ireland don't have these worries. They are sure that they have found the answer to the problem. They use windmills. These windmills can create power without creating pollution. This method is so successful that other countries are thinking of doing the same. Why not? What works for Ireland can work for any other country. I am ready. = I am all set. Don't pollute this river. Yesterday afternoon we had a power failure for two hours. 停電 During the power failuer, the lights usually go out. a big problem = a serious problem You should rid youreself of that bad habit of smoking. concerned = worried People in ireland, however, don't have these worries. People in ireland don't, however, have these worries. answer to = solution to creat / produce / generate 12. Stop the Noise p.77 Mr. Chen is talking to his neighbor Mrs. Wang. C: May I have a word with you? W: Sure. What's the problem? C: It's about your son. I'm tired of his making so much noise at all hours of the day. W: I'm sorry. I'm sure he's not doing it on purpose. C: I'm sure he's not. But we can do without the noise pollution, you know? W: You're absolutely right. By the way, how was your party last night? It sure sounded like you had a great time. C: Uh… poorly My girlfriend and I had a chat at a shop yesterday have a word with sb about sth = talk with(to) sb about sth have words with = argument stingy 小氣 sure = of course = you bet be in love with 狀態(tài) fall in love with 動(dòng)作 I am tired. 累 I am tired of sth = I am sick of sth 厭煩 I am tired of that 從句 錯(cuò) 變化1: I am tired of the fact that 從句 變化2: I am tired of
sb's V-ing 所有格 I am curious about that he studies hard. 錯(cuò) 變化：I am curious about the fact that he studies hard. 或：I am curious about his studying hard. that 不能做介詞的賓語 on purpose = with intention = intentionally can do without 沒有...也可以 can't do without 沒有...就不行 It sure sounds like ... sure / like 口語用法
12. Stop the Noise p.77 Mr. Chen is talking to his neighbor Mrs. Wang. C: May I have a word with you? W: Sure. What's the problem? C: It's about your son. I'm tired of his making so much noise at all hours of the day. W: I'm sorry. I'm sure he's not doing it on purpose. C: I'm sure he's not. But we can do without the noise pollution, you know? W: You're absolutely right. By the way, how was your party last night? It sure sounded like you had a great time. C: Uh… poorly My girlfriend and I had a chat at a shop yesterday have a word with sb about sth = talk with(to) sb about sth have words with = argument stingy 小氣 sure = of course = you bet be in love with 狀態(tài) fall in love with 動(dòng)作 I am tired. 累 I am tired of sth = I am sick of sth 厭煩 I am tired of that 從句 錯(cuò) 變化1: I am tired of the fact that 從句 變化2: I am tired of sb's V-ing 所有格 I am curious about that he studies hard. 錯(cuò) 變化：I am curious about the fact that he studies hard. 或：I am curious about his studying hard. that 不能做介詞的賓語 on purpose = with intention = intentionally can do without 沒有...也可以 can't do without 沒有...就不行 It sure sounds like ... sure / like 口語用法 13.Health Comes First p. 81 Smoking is bad in that it is harmful to one's health. In spite of the fact that doctors have even warned that it causes cancer, people still keep on smoking. In some Western countries, however, people are beginning to kick the bad habit. They realize that health should come first. To help them quit smoking, there are laws against cigarette advertising and smoking in public places. This is praiseworthy except that Western countries are now selling cigarettes in the East in greater numbers than ever. That they are doing this is immoral, don't you think? put out my cigarette once and for all 斷然地, 堅(jiān)決地 Health comes first. 健康至上 Health is wealth. Health is above wealth. miser 守財(cái)奴 Dogs can be dangerous, in that, they can bite. be in good/poor health in spite of = despite + the fact that 從句 keep (on) V-ing on 可省略 If you keep studying, you will master English. kick the bad habit of smoking get rid of Bob realized his dream after graduating from college. Peter placed an advertisemnet in the newspaper for a helper. 登廣告 He is a nice guy except that he smokes. ...than ever(before) 加不加before均可 That they are doing this is immoral, don't you think? immortal 不朽的
14. Quit Cold Turkey p.89 Jane is talking to her boyfriend. J: You promised me that you were going to give up smoking. What's that in your hand? B: I'm sorry. I really want to except that every time I get nervous, I can't help smoking. J: That's just an excuse. B: No. It's true. I've tried everything: chewing gum,
biting my fingernails and even meditation, but nothing works. J: Well, if you want to be with me, you'll just have to quit cold turkey. B: That will work! quit asking me so many questions quit cold turkey cold turkey(adv) = all at once 一勞永逸 stand for 代表 Edward promise Sally to meey her at six. You promised me that you would meet me at six, but you were late. I promise to help you with the disdes after dinner. Tom made a promise to Sally to marry her. Tom made a promise to Sally that he would marry her. I can't help smoking. = I can't help but smoke. I'd like to go with you except that I am too tired. whenever = every time Every time I go fishing, I catch nothing. I'll be true to sb. = I'll be faithful to sb. meditation 打坐，冥想 a stick of gum = a piece of gum a pack of cigarette 15. Don't Rely on Luck! P.93 Passing exams is every student's dream. Failing them is their nightmare. So, to realize their dreams, many students try anything. They even go to fortunetellers, buy lucky charms and follow old customs. In Korea, many students bury something personal in the university they want to enter. They believe that these things will act as magnets and "pull" them into the university. Whether it works or not, nobody really knows. At least it does ease the students' minds about passing exams. Remember, though, you can't always rely on luck. There is no substitute for hard work. don't rely on luck 勿心存僥幸 bill 紙鈔 pass the exam fail the exam flunk the exam(俚,fail) dream a sweet dream 做了一個(gè)夢(mèng) I dreamed about/of you last night. dream about/of kissing sb 夢(mèng)見 I had a nightmare dream last night. I have a dream. ? parasol 陽傘 be buried in My father was buried in military cemetery. Peter is always buried in his work. Do as the roman do. In Austrilia I acted as Peter's interpretor. 口譯員 ease one's mind 16. Study or Flunk p.101 Kim bumps into her classmate, Pak. K: What's the matter, Pak? You look depressed. Did someone just die or what? P: Well, someone is going to soon. K: Oh, my God! Really? Who is it? P: Me. I flunked the exam and my dad's going to kill me. K: How come you flunked? I thought you did everything the fortuneteller told you to do. P: I thought so, too. I was sure of passing. That's why I went to see him this morning. K: Well, what did he say? P: He said I flunked because I did everything very well except that I forgot one thing. K: What's that? P: I didn't study! My teacher failed/flunked me. Don't fail me. = Don't let me down. 不要讓我失望 disappointed grade 分?jǐn)?shù) You have a failing grade. bump into (口) encounter 正式詞 I feel encouraged by his words. It is hot here or what? Who is it? It's me. exaggerate v.夸大 I don't think so.(常用) = I think not. sb be sure of sth = sb be sure that 從句 Bruce is a fine guy except that he is stingy. 17. A Computer Car p.105 You are in a strange city. It's late at night and you're tired. But you can't find your hotel. You sigh a deep sigh. It seems like you are dreaming a terrible dream. What is happening? This situation often happens to people who travel by car. But it may become a thing of the past. New auto computers are being designed to tell you how to reach your destination. A small screen in your car
displays a map of the city and shows you where you are. Just give the computer the name of your hotel. You'll see it on the map. To top it off, a voice will give you directions while you drive. With a car like this, what else would you expect. He is a stranger to music. 一點(diǎn)不懂 Music is closed book to Bruce. lose in town 城中迷路 sigh a deep sigh = heave a sigh 嘆了一口氣 It seems like + 從句 口語中 fiction story In a dangerous situation, you should get away. They reached the top of the mountain on foot. cafe 法語 coffee shop 英語 reach one's destination There are many computers on display at that trade show. to top it off = in addition We had a great meal. To top it off, the dessert is excellent. 18. Nothing is perfect p 111 The computer in Dan's car is helping him reach his hotel. D: OK, computer, how do we get there? C: go one block and take a left. D: that looks easy. (He turns right.) C: Left! I said "left", you idiot!" D: Sorry! Wow, you don't have to get so angry. C: I'm sorry. I guess I'm just having a bad day. D: a bad day? You're a computer! How can you have a bad day? C: Well, I think I've got a virus. D: Ha! And I thought computers could never be wrong. Practice makes perfect. 熟能生巧 perfect lightbulb = make lightbulb perfect 讀音不同 fix = repair He is a young repairman. take a left = make a left turn = turn left in a good mood 心情 On rainy day, I am often in a bad mood. I am in a mood for dance, let's go to Disco. 想要 My teacher is angry with me, because I flunked the test. Today is not my day. 今天真倒霉 Singing is a good way to let out one's emotion. 發(fā)泄情緒 You can't go wrong studying English with Bruce. She wronged him by annoying him. 傷害 19. Blame it on Men p114 What's the real reason women get fat? It's not chocolate or ice cream. According to a recent report, which was published in London, it's men! A magazine suggested men have a special warning written on their foreh- eads:" I can make you fat!" what do you think of that idea? The report claims that when women fall in love, they tend to eat more. When they get married, they cook more. And when they get pregnant, of course, they gain weight. They blame it on men. So, girls, if you want to lose weight, you don't have to go on a diet: just dump your boyfriends! thin 更苗條 slender 苗條 Mother blamed me for breaking the window, but my kid broher did it. The farmers blamed their poor crops on the weather. 怪罪 two cocolates two icecreams 指種類 icecream 不可數(shù) two scoops of icecream according to me 錯(cuò) 應(yīng)為 I think I'll have my hair cut/done this weekend. How do you like this song? How do you feel about this song? What do you think of this song? tend to He tend to get angry. bulimia 貪食癥 anorexia 厭食癥 She is expecting her baby. 她懷孕了 When is your baby due? 什么時(shí)候生下來？
20 A Weighty Problem p 123 Eve and Adam are talking. E: Do you know I've put on 5 kilos since going out with you? A: Why's that? E: You're always taking me to fancy restaurants. A: Well, you don't have to eat so much when we eat out, you know. E: But I can't resist all the delicious food. A: Besides, it's not cheap. E: I guess you're right. Maybe I should start cooking again. (Adam turns pale.) A: Uh… Let's just forget about your weight problem, OK? I don't care how fat you are. E: really? I wish you happy landinds. 一路平安 a bad cook 廚師 不應(yīng)為cooker 飯店廚師應(yīng)為 chef a weight problem pun n.vi.vt.雙關(guān)語 If you drink too much beer, you'll put on a lot of weight. The word "kilo" is short for the kilogram. date = go on a date = go out with fancy restaurant 豪華飯館 eat out 下館子 Betty can't resist my charm. I don't understand it, my dog won't eat my delious cooking. inviting 誘人的 stingy miser fat chance 門都沒有 pale 臉色蒼白 gray(美) grey(英) 頭發(fā)白了 I couldn't care less. 不在乎 I don't care for that. 21 Coffee Bathing P 127. When the Japanese as you "Would you like some coffee?" think twice before you answer. In Japan, it is quite popular to have a "coffee hath." For about US$20, you can get a ground coffee bath; that is, they "boil" you in coffee. The coffee smells good, but you'll probably feel the heat. It sounds like fun, doesn't it? Well, the Japanese don't do it for fun. They believe it helps cure diseases. Who knows? Maybe it's true. But in spite of what they say, I'll just take my coffee in a cup, thank you. bath n. take a bath bathe vi. bathing-suit泳衣 stink vi.發(fā)臭 Look before you leap. 三思而后行 Hair dyeing is popular