But in the long run,too muchspecialization doesn't pay off.
英語四級譯文:
但是,從長遠來看,過多的專業(yè)技能得不償失。
四級詞匯講解:
本句是一個簡單句。
in the long run為固定短語,意為“從長遠來看”。如:
In the long run, what they have sacrificed for theirchildren is worthwhile.從長遠來看,他們?yōu)楹⒆幼鞒龅臈侵档玫摹?/P>
與此形式十分相近的in the long term是介詞短語,表示“在長期內;從長遠觀點來看”。如:
This regulation will be valid in the long term.這一規(guī)定長期有效。
本句中的pay off意為“償清(欠款等)”。如:
It took them three years to pay off the debt.他們用了三年時間才還清欠債。
英語四級考點歸納:
與pay有關的短語還有:
※ pay up意為“還清(欠款等)”。如:
I'll take you to court unless you pay up immediately.除非你馬上還清欠款,否則我要起訴你。
※ pay back意為“償付;還擊”。如:
He will pay back the money in monthly installinents.他將按月以分期付款的方式償還。
He paid her kindness back with bows.他以拳頭回報她的好意。
※ pay attention to意為“留意”。如:
You snooze, you lose. Next time you should pay closer attention.一不留神就會錯過良機。下次要多注意了。