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Dialogue

我把手机摔了，屏幕裂了，但还能用。

Wǒ bǎ shǒujī shuāi le, píngmù liè le, dàn hái néng yòng. I dropped my phone, and the screen is cracked but still works.

在损坏变得更严重之前，先备份你的数据。

Zài sǔnhuài biàn de gèng yánzhòng zhīqián, xiān bèifèn nǐ de shùjù. Back up your data before the damage gets worse.

我现在就这么做。碎玻璃让我很紧张。

Wǒ xiànzài jiù zhème zuò. Suì bōli ràng wǒ hěn jǐnzhāng. I will do that now. The broken glass is making me nervous.

先贴上临时的屏幕保护膜，避免用力按屏幕。

Xiān tiē shàng línshí de píngmù bǎohùmó, bìmiǎn yònglì àn píngmù. Put on a temporary screen protector and avoid pressing hard on it.

在维修人员检查之前，我应该继续使用手机吗？

Zài wéixiū rényuán jiǎnchá zhīqián, wǒ yīnggāi jìxù shǐyòng shǒujī ma? Should I keep using it until a repair service checks it?

只能用它做简单的事情，因为松动的玻璃可能会割伤你的手指。

Zhǐ néng yòng tā zuò jiǎndān de shìqing, yīnwèi sōngdòng de bōli kěnéng huì gēshāng nǐ de shǒuzhǐ. Use it only for simple tasks, because loose glass can cut your finger.

我可以把它放在手机壳里，然后小心携带。

Wǒ kěyǐ bǎ tā fàng zài shǒujī ké lǐ, ránhòu xiǎoxīn xiédài. I can keep it in a case and carry it carefully.

你安排维修时，这样应该能降低风险。

Nǐ ānpái wéixiū shí, zhèyàng yīnggāi néng jiàngdī fēngxiǎn. That should lower the risk while you arrange the repair.

我会预约维修，而不是继续等。

Wǒ huì yùyuē wéixiū, ér bú shì jìxù děng. I will book a repair instead of waiting.

如果你继续用手机，小裂缝可能会扩大。

Rúguǒ nǐ jìxù yòng shǒujī, xiǎo lièfèng kěnéng huì kuòdà. Small cracks can spread if you keep using the phone.

Word by Word

我 “我” means “I” or “me”; here it refers to the speaker who dropped the phone and can act. It appears as the subject in “我把手机摔了” and “我可以把它放在手机壳里”. Reuse “我” when talking about your own action or situation.

把 “把” marks “手机” as the object directly affected by the action in “我把手机摔了”. It places the affected object before the verb. Reuse it when you want to describe what happened to a specific object.

手机 “手机” means “mobile phone”; here it is the phone that was dropped and is still being used. It is the object in “把手机摔了” and the subject of “手机可能会……” in the dialogue. Reuse it when discussing a phone, its condition, or its use.

摔 “摔” describes dropping or knocking something down; in “我把手机摔了”, it describes the action that damaged the phone. With “把”, it focuses on the object affected by the action. Reuse “摔” when describing accidentally dropping or throwing something.

了 The “了” in “我把手机摔了” presents the dropping as a completed action. It comes after the verb phrase to show that this event has happened. Reuse it after a completed action when the result is relevant.

屏幕 “屏幕” means “screen”; here it is the phone screen that has cracked. It appears in “屏幕裂了” and “按屏幕”. Reuse it with actions such as pressing, cleaning, or checking a screen.

裂 “裂” means “crack” or “split”; in “屏幕裂了”, it says that the screen has become cracked. The “了” presents this change as having occurred. Reuse “裂” to describe a surface that has developed a crack.

但 “但” means “but” and introduces a contrast in “屏幕裂了，但还能用”. The screen is damaged, yet it remains usable. Reuse “但” to connect two contrasting statements.

还 “还” means “still” in “还能用”, showing that the phone remains usable despite the cracked screen. It appears before “能” and the verb “用”. Reuse “还” when a condition continues or remains true.

能 “能” means “can” or “be able to”; in “还能用”, it says the phone is still able to function for use. It comes before the verb it describes. Reuse “能” before an action to express ability or possibility.

用 “用” means “use”; in “还能用”, it refers to using the phone, while “继续使用手机” expresses continuing to use it. It can be followed by the thing being used, as in “使用手机”. Reuse it when describing using an object or tool.

在 “在” introduces the time setting in “在损坏变得更严重之前” and “在维修人员检查之前”. Here it means “before” when followed by “之前”, rather than referring to a physical place. Reuse “在……之前” to say that one action should happen before another.

损坏 “损坏” means “damage” or “being damaged”; in “损坏变得更严重”, it refers to the phone’s damage. It is the thing whose condition may become more serious. Reuse it when discussing damage to an object or equipment.

变得 “变得” means “become” and introduces a change in condition in “损坏变得更严重”. It is followed by the new condition “更严重”. Reuse “变得” before an adjective when describing how something changes.

更 “更” means “more” in “更严重”, showing that the damage may reach a higher degree. It comes before the adjective “严重”. Reuse “更” before a describing word to compare a condition with an earlier or lower level.

严重 “严重” means “serious” or “severe”; in “变得更严重”, it describes worsening damage. It follows “更” to express a greater degree. Reuse it for damage, problems, or situations that have become serious.

之前 “之前” means “before”; in “在损坏变得更严重之前”, it sets a deadline for backing up the data. It follows the action or event that should happen later. Reuse “……之前” to place one event before another.

先 “先” means “first” or “beforehand”; in “先备份你的数据”, it tells the listener to back up the data before dealing with the worsening damage. It comes before the action that should happen first. Reuse “先” when giving ordered instructions.

备份 “备份” means “back up”, especially data; in “备份你的数据”, it tells the listener to make a copy of the phone data. It is followed by the object “你的数据”. Reuse it with data, files, photos, or other information that should be protected.

你 “你” means “you”; here it refers to the person whose phone is damaged. It is the subject or possessor in “你的数据” and “你安排维修时”. Reuse it when addressing one person directly.

的 “的” links “你” with “数据” in “你的数据”, meaning that the data belongs to or is associated with you. It follows the person or possessor and comes before the noun. Reuse “的” to show possession or association.

数据 “数据” means “data”; here it is the information that should be backed up before the damage worsens. It is the object of “备份”. Reuse it when discussing stored information on a phone, computer, or other device.

现在 “现在” means “now”; in “我现在就这么做”, it places the action in the present moment. It comes before the immediate action described by “这么做”. Reuse it when saying when something is happening or will happen.

就 “就” adds the sense of “right away” in “我现在就这么做”. Together with “现在”, it emphasizes that the speaker will act immediately. Reuse it after a time expression when you want to stress prompt action.

这么 “这么” means “this way” or “like this”; in “我现在就这么做”, it refers back to the suggested action of backing up the data. It points to an action or manner already understood from the context. Reuse it when referring to the way something has just been described.

做 “做” means “do”; in “我现在就这么做”, it stands for carrying out the action that was just suggested. The manner is specified by “这么”. Reuse it when referring to carrying out an understood task or action.

碎 “碎” describes something as broken into pieces; in “碎玻璃”, it describes the broken glass from the damaged screen. It comes before the noun “玻璃” to describe its condition. Reuse it for material that has broken into small pieces.

玻璃 “玻璃” means “glass”; here it refers to the broken glass from the phone screen. It is the subject of “碎玻璃让我很紧张”. Reuse it when discussing glass on a screen, window, or other object.

让 “让” means “make” or “cause”; in “碎玻璃让我很紧张”, the broken glass causes the speaker to feel nervous. It is followed by the person affected and then the resulting feeling. Reuse “让 + person + feeling” to explain what causes someone to feel a certain way.

很 “很” means “very” or “quite”; in “让我很紧张”, it strengthens the description of the speaker’s nervous feeling. It comes before “紧张”. Reuse it before an adjective when describing a noticeable degree of a feeling or condition.

紧张 “紧张” means “nervous” or “tense”; in “让我很紧张”, it describes the speaker’s reaction to the broken glass. It follows “很” to show the degree of that feeling. Reuse it when describing nervousness before or during a worrying situation.

贴 “贴” means “stick” or “apply”; in “贴上临时的屏幕保护膜”, it describes applying the screen protector to the screen. It is followed by “上” to present the application as completed. Reuse it for applying something adhesive to a surface.

上 The “上” in “贴上临时的屏幕保护膜” indicates that the protective film is put onto the screen and applied. Together with “贴”, it describes completing the placement. Reuse “贴上” when telling someone to apply a sticker, film, or similar item.

临时 “临时” means “temporary”; in “临时的屏幕保护膜”, it describes a protector intended for use for the current period before repair. It comes before “的屏幕保护膜” as a description. Reuse it for a short-term arrangement or item.

保护膜 “保护膜” means “protective film”; here it is the screen protector applied to the cracked screen. It is the object of “贴上”. Reuse it when discussing a thin covering used to protect a screen or surface.

避免 “避免” means “avoid”; in “避免用力按屏幕”, it introduces an action that should not be done because the screen is damaged. It is followed by the action to avoid, “用力按屏幕”. Reuse “避免” before an action or situation that could cause a problem.

用力 “用力” means “forcefully” or “with strength”; in “用力按屏幕”, it describes pressing with too much force. It comes before the verb “按”. Reuse it before an action when the amount of physical force matters.

按 “按” means “press”; in “按屏幕”, it refers to pressing the phone screen. “避免用力按屏幕” tells the listener not to press it hard. Reuse it with buttons, keys, or touchscreens.

维修 “维修” means “repair” or “maintenance”; here it refers to repairing the damaged phone. It appears in “维修人员”, “安排维修”, and “预约维修”. Reuse it when discussing repair work or arranging a repair service.

人员 “人员” means “personnel” or “worker”; in “维修人员”, it refers to the person who checks or repairs the phone. It follows the type of work to identify the relevant worker. Reuse it after a field or role when referring to the people working in that area.

检查 “检查” means “check” or “inspect”; in “维修人员检查之前”, it refers to the repair worker examining the phone. It takes the phone as the understood object in this sentence. Reuse it when a person examines an object, condition, or problem.

应该 “应该” means “should”; in “我应该继续使用手机吗”, it asks whether continuing to use the phone is advisable. It comes before the action “继续使用手机”. Reuse it to ask for or give advice about an action.

继续 “继续” means “continue”; in “继续使用手机”, it says that phone use would go on after it has already started. It comes before the verb “使用”. Reuse “继续” before an action that carries on.

使用 “使用” means “use”; in “继续使用手机”, it refers to using the phone after the screen has cracked. It is followed by the object “手机”. Reuse it in more formal or practical descriptions of using a device or tool.

吗 “吗” marks a yes-or-no question in “我应该继续使用手机吗”. It is placed at the end of the sentence. Reuse it after a statement when asking for a yes-or-no answer.

只 “只” means “only”; in “只能用它做简单的事情”, it limits the phone’s use to simple tasks. It comes before “能” and the action phrase. Reuse it to restrict what someone or something may do.

它 “它” means “it”; here it refers back to the damaged phone in “只能用它做简单的事情”. It is the object of “用”. Reuse it when referring to a non-human object already understood from the conversation.

简单 “简单” means “simple”; in “简单的事情”, it describes tasks that are not demanding or complicated. It comes before “的事情”. Reuse it before “的” and a noun when describing an uncomplicated task or activity.

事情 “事情” means “things” or “tasks”; in “做简单的事情”, it refers to the limited tasks for which the phone may still be used. It is the object of “做”. Reuse it when referring generally to activities, matters, or tasks.

因为 “因为” means “because”; in “因为松动的玻璃可能会割伤你的手指”, it introduces the reason for limiting phone use. It comes before the explanation of the risk. Reuse it to give a reason for advice or a statement.

松动 “松动” means “loose”; in “松动的玻璃”, it describes glass that is no longer firmly in place. It comes before “的玻璃” as a condition of the glass. Reuse it for parts or objects that have become loose.

可能 “可能” means “possibly” or “may”; in “可能会割伤你的手指”, it shows that the injury is a possibility, not a certainty. It comes before “会” and the possible action. Reuse it when warning about a possible result.

会 “会” means “can” or “is likely to” in “可能会割伤你的手指”; it helps describe a possible future result. Together with “可能”, it makes the warning less certain. Reuse “会” before an action that may happen under certain conditions.

割伤 “割伤” means “cut or injure by cutting”; in “割伤你的手指”, it describes what the loose glass may do to the finger. It is followed by the affected body part. Reuse it when describing an injury caused by a sharp edge or object.

手指 “手指” means “finger”; in “割伤你的手指”, it is the body part that could be injured by the loose glass. It follows “你的” and is the object affected by “割伤”. Reuse it when describing an action or injury involving a finger.

可以 “可以” means “can” or “be able to”; in “我可以把它放在手机壳里”, it says that the speaker has a possible or acceptable way to protect the phone. It comes before the action phrase. Reuse it to express ability or permission when the context supports it.

放 “放” means “put” or “place”; in “把它放在手机壳里”, it describes placing the phone in the case. The affected object “它” comes before the verb because of “把”. Reuse it when describing putting something in, on, or at a location.

壳 “壳” means “case” or “cover”; in “手机壳”, it refers to the protective case for the phone. It follows “手机” to specify what kind of case it is. Reuse it when talking about a protective covering for an object.

里 “里” means “inside” or “in”; in “手机壳里”, it marks the inside of the phone case as the location. It follows the location noun. Reuse “……里” to say that something is inside a place or container.

然后 “然后” means “then” or “afterward”; in “然后小心携带”, it introduces the next action after putting the phone in the case. It helps order two actions. Reuse it when describing what happens next in a sequence.

小心 “小心” means “carefully” or “be careful”; in “小心携带”, it describes the careful manner of carrying the phone. It comes before “携带”. Reuse it before an action when care is needed to prevent damage or injury.

携带 “携带” means “carry”; in “小心携带”, it refers to carrying the phone carefully after putting it in the case. It is modified by “小心”. Reuse it when describing carrying an object from one place to another, especially in a practical or formal context.

安排 “安排” means “arrange”; in “安排维修”, it refers to organizing the repair. It is followed by the thing being arranged, “维修”. Reuse it with appointments, repairs, schedules, or other practical arrangements.

时 The “时” in “你安排维修时” means “when” or “while”. It introduces the period during which the repair is being arranged. Reuse “……时” after an action or situation to describe what happens during that time.

这样 “这样” means “this way” or “in this manner”; in “这样应该能降低风险”, it refers to keeping the phone protected and carrying it carefully. It points back to the method just described. Reuse it when referring to a method or action already mentioned.

降低 “降低” means “lower” or “reduce”; in “降低风险”, it describes making the risk smaller. It is followed by the thing being reduced, “风险”. Reuse it with risk, cost, speed, pressure, or another measurable condition.

风险 “风险” means “risk”; here it is the possibility of further damage or injury while waiting for repair. It is the object of “降低”. Reuse it when discussing a possible harmful result or danger.

预约 “预约” means “book” or “make an appointment”; in “预约维修”, it refers to arranging a repair appointment. It is followed by the service being booked, “维修”. Reuse it with appointments, services, or scheduled visits.

而 “而” links the contrasting choice in “而不是继续等”. It introduces what the speaker will do instead of waiting. Reuse “而不是” to contrast the chosen action with an action that is not being chosen.

不 “不” means “not”; in “而不是继续等”, it negates the alternative of continuing to wait. It appears before “是” in the contrast pattern “而不是”. Reuse it to form a negative statement or to reject an alternative.

是 “是” means “be” or “is”; in “而不是继续等”, it forms the contrast expression “而不是”, meaning “rather than”. Here it connects the chosen action with the rejected alternative. Reuse “而不是” when saying that one action is chosen instead of another.

等 “等” means “wait”; in “继续等”, it is the action that the speaker will not continue doing. It follows “继续” to express waiting on. Reuse it when describing waiting for a person, service, event, or result.

如果 “如果” means “if”; in “如果你继续用手机”, it introduces the condition under which the cracks may grow. It comes before the conditional situation. Reuse it to introduce a condition and its possible result.

小 “小” means “small”; in “小裂缝”, it describes the cracks as limited in size. It comes before “裂缝”. Reuse it before a noun to describe a small object, amount, or problem.

裂缝 “裂缝” means “crack”; in “小裂缝可能会扩大”, it refers to cracks in the phone screen. It is the thing that may become larger. Reuse it for a visible split or crack in glass, a wall, or another surface.

扩大 “扩大” means “spread” or “expand”; in “小裂缝可能会扩大”, it describes the cracks becoming larger. It follows “可能会” to express a possible result of continuing to use the phone. Reuse it when a crack, problem, area, or scale becomes larger.

Grammar Points

动词 + 了

手机屏幕裂了。

Shǒujī píngmù liè le.

The phone screen became cracked.

了 shows that an action has happened or that a new state has occurred, as in 裂了 (became cracked).

还 + 能 + 动词

手机还能用。

Shǒujī hái néng yòng.

The mobile phone can still be used.

还 means “still” and 能 means “can”; together, 还能 describes something that remains possible.

Chinese Vocabulary

备份 verb

bèifèn back up

更严重 adj

gèng yánzhòng more serious

还能用 phrase

hái néng yòng can still be used

紧张 adj

jǐnzhāng nervous

裂了 verb

liè le became cracked

临时 adj

línshí temporary

屏幕 noun

píngmù screen

屏幕保护膜 noun

píngmù bǎohùmó screen protector

手机 noun

shǒujī mobile phone

摔了 verb

shuāi le dropped

我把手机摔了

碎玻璃 noun

suì bōli broken glass

损坏 noun

sǔnhuài damage

Quiz

Spelling

Tap the letters to spell the word.

screen protector

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屏幕保护膜

temporary

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临时

back up

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备份

damage

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损坏