Key words:

 

1.         dream: A condition or achievement that is longed for

v.

做梦, 梦见, 梦想, 想到

n.

梦, 梦想

To speak perfect English is one of my dreams.  说一口完美的英文是我的梦想之一。

2.         countryman: a compatriot  同胞

3.         desire: To express a wish for 

vt.

想望, 期望, 希望,

v.

要求

n.

愿望, 心愿

I have a strong desire to conquer English.  我有信心将英文摆平。

4.         stage: A raised platform on which theatrical performances are presented

n.

舞台, 驿站

vt.

上演, 筹备, 举行

The first stage of our journey to Xi'an will be the flight from Dalian to Beijing.  我们去西安的第一段路程将乘飞机从大连到北京。

5.         contribution: The act of contributing.

捐献, 贡献, 投稿

He has made a great contribution to the company.他为公司作出了巨大的贡献。

6.         movement: An organized effort by supporters of a common goal

运动, 动作, 运转, 乐章

The trade union movement is concerned with working conditions. 工会发起的这次运动与工人的工作条件密切相关。

7.         distinguished: Characterized by excellence or distinction

adj.

卓著的, 著名的, 高贵的

The Chinese is distinguished for its diligence and courage.  中华民族以勤劳勇敢著称。

8.         sage: One venerated for experience, judgment, and wisdom.

adj.

贤明的, 明智的, 审慎的

n.

贤人, 圣人, 年高望重的人

Thank you for your sage advice. 谢谢你的高见。

9.         aspiration: A strong desire for high achievement

n.

热望, 渴望

She has aspirations to become a great teacher. 她胸怀大志，要成为一名伟大的老师。

10.     delight: Great pleasure

n.

快乐, 高兴, 喜悦

v.

(使)高兴, (使)欣喜

He delighted the audience with his performance.  他的表演使观众感到满意。