与外国人聊天的注意事项

 Introduction: Standard American English Tips

Speaking English is not only about using proper grammar. To use English effectively, you need to understand the culture in which it is spoken. Here are a number of important tips to remember when speaking English in the United States.

说英语不仅仅要语法正确。想要有效的使用英语，你需要了解语言使用国的文化。如果你在美国说英语，那么下面这些注意事项是你应该了解的。

* Most Americans only speak English: While it is true that more and more Americans speak Spanish, most Americans only speak English. Don't expect them to understand your native language.

大部分美国人只说英语：现在越来越多的美国人能说西班牙语是事实，但是大部分的美国人只说英语，所以别指望他们能听懂你的母语。

* Americans have difficulties understanding foreign accents: Many Americans are not used to foreign accents. This requires patience from both of you!

美国人理解外国口音有困难：很多美国人不习惯外国口音，所以你们交谈双方都需要有耐心。