英语笑话:心不在焉的教授

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absent缺乏的

【笑话原文】

The Absent-Minded Professor

The absent-minded professor shouted, “Kate, come to the blackboard!”

Another student says, “Kate is absent,”

“Silent! Let Kate speak for herself.”The professor replied.

【中文译文】

心不在焉的教授

粗心的教授大声地喊道：“凯特，到黑板前面来!” 另外一个学生说：“教授，凯特没来。” “别说话，让凯特自己讲。”

【词汇讲解】

1.absent缺乏的。Snow is absent in some countries.有些国家不下雪。

2.speak for辩护。也有“不言而喻”的意思：There is no need for me to praise it; it speaks for itself.无需我来称赞, 那是显而易见的。