Today, we're tackling a skill that's both challenging and fun, how to argue or debate confidently in English.

今天，我們要討論的是一項既具有挑戰性又充滿樂趣的技能，即如何自信地用英語進行爭論或辯論。

Yeah, debating can feel tricky, especially if English isn't your first language.

是啊，辯論會讓人感覺很棘手，尤其是如果英語不是你的母語。

So guys, let me ask you, are you good at debating?

那麼夥計們，我問你們，你們擅長辯論嗎？

But more importantly, could you do it in English?

但更重要的是，你能用英語說嗎？

That's a great question.

這個問題問得好。

And it makes me think, why is debating even important for language learners?

這讓我想到，為什麼辯論對語言學習者如此重要？

Oh, I've got a story about this.

哦，我有一個關於這個的故事。

A friend of mine from Asia told me once how frustrated he feels at work.

我的一位亞洲朋友曾告訴我，他在工作中感到非常沮喪。

He's amazing at his job.

他的工作能力令人驚歎。

But because English isn't his first language, he struggles to debate or defend his ideas in meetings.

但由於英語不是他的母語，他在會議上很難辯論或為自己的想法辯護。

Yeah, that's tough.

是啊，這很難。

And it's not just about work.

這不僅僅是工作的問題。

Studies show that people who are good at debating tend to succeed more in general.

研究表明，善於辯論的人往往更容易取得成功。

It's a really valuable skill.

這是一項非常寶貴的技能。

So today, we're going to share tips and phrases to help you argue or debate confidently in English.

是以，今天我們將分享一些技巧和短語，幫助您自信地用英語進行爭論或辯論。

And we've got a free PDF with everything we cover in this episode.

我們還為您準備了一份免費的 PDF 文件，其中包含了本期節目的所有內容。

You'll find it in the comments.

您可以在評論中找到它。

Let's get started.

讓我們開始吧。

All right, Noah, let's talk about the basics of arguing in English.

好了，諾亞，讓我們來談談用英語辯論的基礎知識。

People who are good at expressing or debating often use the P.R.E.P. method.

善於表達或辯論的人經常使用 P.R.E.P. 法。

Have you heard of it?

你聽說過嗎？

I think I have, but remind me, what's it about?

我想我有，但請提醒我，是關於什麼的？

Sure.

當然。

P.R.E.P. stands for point, reason, example, and point again.

P.R.E.P.代表觀點、理由、例子和再觀點。

It's a really simple way to structure your argument clearly.

這是一個非常簡單的方法，可以清晰地組織你的論證。

Okay, sounds useful.

好吧，聽起來很有用。

So how do you use it?

那麼如何使用它呢？

Well, first, you start with your point, what you believe.

那麼，首先，你要從你的觀點、你的信念開始。

For example, I think recycling should be mandatory.

例如，我認為應該強制回收。

That's your main idea.

這就是你的主旨。

Got it.

知道了

And then?

然後呢？

Next, you give your reason, why you believe that.

接下來，你要給出你的理由，為什麼你會這麼認為。

Like, because it reduces waste and helps the environment.

比如，因為它能減少浪費，有助於環保。

This explains your point.

這就解釋了你的觀點。

Makes sense.

有道理。

What about the E?

E 呢？

E is for example.

例如 E。

You back up your reason with evidence.

你用證據來支持你的理由。

For instance, in cities like San Francisco, recycling programs have cut landfill waste by 50%.

例如，在舊金山等城市，回收計劃已將垃圾填埋量減少了 50%。

Examples make your argument stronger.

舉例使你的論證更加有力。

Oh, I see.

哦，我明白了。

So you're showing proof to make your point convincing.

所以，你拿出證據是為了讓你的觀點更有說服力。

And finally, you go back to your point to wrap it up.

最後，你再回到你的觀點上來總結一下。

Like, that's why I believe recycling should be mandatory.

比如，這就是我認為應該強制回收的原因。

It reinforces your main idea.

它強化了你的主旨。

Wow, that's so clear and organized.

哇，真是清晰有序。

Why do you think this method is helpful for English learners?

為什麼說這種方法對英語學習者有幫助？

Well, it helps you stay focused and sound confident, even if you're nervous.

即使你緊張，它也能幫助你保持注意力集中和自信。

Plus, it's easy to remember.

此外，它還很容易記住。

Yeah, and I can see how it keeps your thoughts from getting all jumbled up.

是啊，我明白這能讓你的思緒不至於雜亂無章。

But… I also think it's necessary to learn some key expressions for arguing in English.

但是......我也認為有必要學習一些用英語爭論的關鍵表達方式。

Can we start with polite and professional ones?

我們能從禮貌和專業的開始嗎？

Sure.

當然。

Politeness is super important, especially in formal situations.

禮貌非常重要，尤其是在正式場合。

Instead of sounding too direct, you can say things like, I see your point, but… or, I'd like to add that.

不要說得太直接，你可以這樣說：我明白你的意思，但是......或者，我想補充一點。

Oh, those are good.

哦，這些都不錯。

They sound respectful but still let you share your view.

他們聽起來很尊重你，但還是會讓你分享自己的觀點。

Any others?

還有其他人嗎？

Yeah, another one is, could we consider another perspective?

是的，另一個問題是，我們能否考慮另一種視角？

Or, what if we approached it this way?

或者，如果我們這樣做呢？

These are great for softening your tone.

這些都是柔化音色的好幫手。

Nice.

不錯。

Okay, what about backing your arguments?

好吧，那支持你的論點呢？

How do you make them stronger?

如何讓它們變得更強大？

You'll want to support your ideas with facts or examples.

您需要用事實或例子來支持您的觀點。

Try phrases like, according to recent studies, or, for instance, in a similar situation.

試著用一些短語，比如，根據最近的研究，或者，比如，在類似的情況下。

These make your argument more credible.

這些都會讓你的論點更加可信。

So, like if I were debating, I might say, research shows that hybrid work increases productivity by 20%.

所以，如果我在辯論，我可能會說，研究表明，混合工作能提高 20% 的生產率。

Is that what you mean?

你是這個意思嗎？

Exactly.

沒錯。

It's all about giving proof to support your point.

這就需要提供證據來支持你的觀點。

Another one is, let me give you an example of why this works.

另一個例子是，讓我給你舉個例子來說明為什麼這個方法有效。

That signals you're about to provide evidence.

這表示你要提供證據。

Got it.

知道了

But what about when someone challenges your argument?

但如果有人質疑你的論點呢？

How do you handle counter-arguments without losing your cool?

如何處理反駁意見而不失去冷靜？

Great question.

問得好

First, acknowledge their point.

首先，承認他們的觀點。

You can say, that's a valid perspective, but… Or, I understand your concern, however.

你可以說，這個觀點有道理，但是......或者說，我理解你的擔憂。

This shows you're listening, not just dismissing them.

這表明你在傾聽，而不是一味地否定他們。

And then you can follow up with your stance like, even so, the data still supports.

然後你就可以跟進你的立場，比如，即便如此，數據仍然支持你的觀點。

Or, but I believe this approach works better because… And if you need time to think, you can always say, let me think about it.

或者，但我認為這種方法更有效，因為......如果你需要時間思考，你可以隨時說，讓我考慮一下。

It gives you a little breathing room.

這給了你一點喘息的空間。

That's a good tip.

這是個好建議。

Handling counter-arguments calmly really does make you sound confident.

冷靜地處理反駁確實會讓你聽起來很自信。

Totally.

完全是

It's about balancing respect and standing firm.

這就是要在尊重和立場堅定之間取得平衡。

Now, let's quickly go over some of the vocabulary we used in this part.

現在，讓我們快速回顧一下我們在這一部分中使用的一些詞彙。

Let's start with mandatory.

首先是強制性。

It means something that's required or must be done.

意思是要求或必須做的事情。

For example, wearing seatbelts is mandatory in most countries.

例如，系安全帶在大多數國家都是強制性的。

Right, so if something is mandatory, you don't really have a choice.

沒錯，所以如果某件事情是強制性的，你就沒有選擇的餘地。

You have to do it.

你必須這樣做。

Perspective means the way you see or understand something, like your point of view.

視角是指你看待或理解事物的方式，比如你的觀點。

For example, from my perspective, working remotely is more productive.

例如，在我看來，遠程工作更有成效。

That's a good one.

說得好

I like how it shows everyone might have a different way of looking at the same thing.

我喜歡它所展示的每個人看待同一事物的不同方式。

Next is handle.

下一個是把手。

Handle means to deal with something.

處理是指處理某件事情。

For instance, she handled the customer's situation.

例如，她處理客戶的情況。

And lastly, we have counter-argument.

最後，我們還有反駁。

This one's specific to debates.

這一條是專門針對辯論的。

Oh yeah.

哦，是的。

A counter-argument is an argument that goes against what you're saying.

反駁是指與你所說的相反的論點。

For example, the counter-argument to this policy is that it's too expensive to implement.

例如，對這項政策的反駁意見是，實施這項政策的成本太高。

So when someone disagrees with you, their response could be a counter-argument, and it's our job to address it confidently.

是以，當有人不同意你的觀點時，他們的迴應可能是反駁，而我們的工作就是自信地解決這個問題。

So, Luna, let's talk about how to actually practice debating in English.

那麼，Luna，讓我們來談談如何真正練習用英語進行辯論。

Any tips for someone who's just starting?

對剛開始工作的人有什麼建議嗎？

Absolutely.

當然。

One of the best ways is to debate yourself.

最好的方法之一就是辯論自己。

Pick a topic, argue one side, then switch and argue the other.

選取一個話題，論證其中一面，然後換另一面進行論證。

It's simple but super effective.

它很簡單，但超級有效。

Can you break that down a bit?

你能解釋一下嗎？

How do you actually do it?

你到底是怎麼做的？

Sure.

當然。

Let's take the topic, should school uniforms be mandatory?

讓我們以 "校服是否應該是強制性的？

Start by picking one side, like, yes, uniforms create equality among students.

先選擇一方，比如，是的，校服能讓學生之間平等。

State your main point, give a reason, and add an example.

陳述要點，說明理由，並舉例說明。

For instance, uniforms reduce the pressure to wear expensive clothes.

例如，制服減少了穿著昂貴服裝的壓力。

Studies show, students in uniform focus more on studies and less on appearance.

研究表明，穿校服的學生更專注於學習，而不是外表。

Okay, so that's one side.

好吧，這是一方面。

Then you argue the opposite.

然後你又反駁。

No, uniforms limit self-expression.

不，制服限制了自我表達。

Again, give a reason and example.

請再次說明理由並舉例說明。

Students should be able to show their individuality through clothing.

學生應能通過服裝展現自己的個性。

In schools without uniforms, kids develop their personal style and confidence.

在沒有校服的學校裡，孩子們可以培養自己的個人風格和自信。

This helps you see both perspectives while building vocabulary and confidence.

這有助於你從兩個角度看問題，同時積累詞彙和增強自信。

That's such a cool idea.

這主意太酷了

You're practicing not just English but also critical thinking.

你練習的不僅是英語，還有批判性思維。

That's the point.

這就是重點。

And you don't need a fancy topic.

而且你不需要花哨的主題。

Start with something simple, like, is social media good or bad?

從簡單的問題開始，比如，社交媒體是好是壞？

Or even, what's better, cats or dogs?

甚至，貓和狗哪個更好？

The key is to practice structuring your argument clearly.

關鍵是要練習清晰地組織論證。

Speaking of structure, should you focus on your delivery too?

說到結構，你是否也應該關注你的表達？

Definitely.

當然。

Delivery is just as important as content.

傳遞與內容同樣重要。

First, control your pace.

首先，要控制節奏。

Speak clearly and at a moderate speed.

口齒清晰，語速適中。

If you rush, your words can blur together, and it's harder for people to understand.

如果你操之過急，你的話就會模糊不清，人們就更難理解了。

Yeah, I've noticed that when I'm nervous, I speed up and lose clarity.

是的，我注意到，當我緊張時，我的語速會加快，頭腦也會不清楚。

Any tips for slowing down?

有什麼放慢腳步的祕訣嗎？

Try practicing with a timer.

嘗試用計時器練習。

For example, take 30 seconds to explain your point and focus on enunciating each word.

例如，用 30 秒鐘來解釋你的觀點，並注重每個單詞的發音。

Say something like, I believe technology has improved education by providing access to global resources, such as online courses and virtual classrooms.

比如說，我相信技術通過提供全球資源，如在線課程和虛擬教室，改善了教育。

Speak deliberately but naturally.

說話要刻意而自然。

I like that.

我喜歡這樣。

And what about using body language?

那麼使用肢體語言呢？

Does it matter?

這重要嗎？

Absolutely.

當然。

If it's an in-person debate, maintaining eye contact is crucial.

如果是當面辯論，保持眼神交流至關重要。

It shows confidence and keeps your audience engaged.

這既能顯示自信，又能讓閱聽人参與其中。

You can also use hand gestures to emphasize key points, like holding up a finger when listing an idea or spreading your hands to show balance.

您還可以使用手勢來強調關鍵點，比如在列舉一個想法時豎起一根手指，或者攤開雙手錶示平衡。

Oh, that's a great tip.

哦，這真是個好建議。

It makes your argument more dynamic.

這讓你的論證更有活力。

What about nerves, though?

神經又是怎麼回事？

Sometimes they get in the way.

有時，它們會礙事。

That's normal.

這很正常。

One way to manage nerves is to prepare in advance.

控制緊張情緒的方法之一是提前做好準備。

Write down a few phrases you can use like, that's an interesting point, but I'd like to offer another perspective.

寫下你可以使用的一些短語，比如：這是一個有趣的觀點，但我想提供另一個角度。

Or, while I understand your argument, I think there's another angle to consider.

或者說，雖然我理解你的論點，但我認為還有另一個角度需要考慮。

Having go-to expressions can calm your nerves.

有了常用的表達方式，就能讓你平靜下來。

Oh, I love that.

哦，我喜歡。

It's like having a safety net.

這就像一個安全網。

And the more you practice, the less intimidating it feels, right?

你練習得越多，就越不會感到害怕，對嗎？

Yeah.

是啊

The more you practice debating, whether with yourself, a friend, or even in front of a mirror, the more natural it becomes.

辯論練習得越多，無論是與自己、朋友，甚至是對著鏡子，就會變得越自然。

You'll get better at thinking on your feet and expressing yourself clearly.

你會變得更善於獨立思考和清晰表達。

Alright, I'm definitely trying this later.

好吧，我以後一定要試試。

Maybe I'll start with a fun topic like, which is better, pizza or burgers?

也許我會從一個有趣的話題開始，比如披薩和漢堡哪個更好？

Perfect.

太完美了

Keep it light, focus on your delivery, and enjoy the process.

保持輕鬆，專注於你的表達，享受過程。

You'll see improvement before you know it.

不知不覺中，你就會看到進步。

Critical Thinking It refers to the ability to analyze and evaluate information or arguments to make clear and reasoned judgments.

批判性思維 指的是分析和評估資訊或論點，從而做出清晰、合理判斷的能力。

Example, debating helps improve your critical thinking by making you consider different perspectives.

例如，辯論會讓你考慮不同的觀點，有助於提高你的批判性思維。

Moderate Moderate means average in amount, intensity, or degree, not extreme.

適度 適度是指數量、強度或程度一般，而不是極端。

For example, speak at a moderate speed so your audience can understand you clearly.

例如，語速要適中，這樣聽眾才能聽得清楚。

Deliberately It means you're doing something in a careful and thoughtful way.

慎重 這是指你在做某件事情時，要小心謹慎、深思熟慮。

For instance, she spoke deliberately to ensure every word was understood.

例如，她說話時很謹慎，以確保每個字都能聽懂。

In-person In-person refers to happening face-to-face rather than virtually or remotely.

面對面 面對面是指面對面，而不是虛擬或遠程。

Example, in-person debates allow you to use body language to emphasize your points.

例如，當面辯論允許您使用肢體語言來強調您的觀點。

Alright guys, before we wrap up, we just want to let you know that the ability to debate confidently in English isn't just about winning arguments.

好了，夥計們，在我們結束之前，我們只想讓你們知道，自信地用英語進行辯論的能力不僅僅是贏得辯論。

It helps you express your ideas clearly, build credibility, and stand out in professional and social settings.

它可以幫助你清晰地表達自己的想法，建立可信度，並在專業和社交場合脫穎而出。

And think about it, whether you're in a meeting, giving a presentation, or even having a friendly discussion, strong debating skills can really set you apart.

想想看，無論你是在開會、演講，還是進行友好的討論，強大的辯論技巧都能讓你脫穎而出。

True, it's not just about what you say but how you say it.

的確，不僅要看你說了什麼，還要看你怎麼說。

Debating helps you think critically, respond under pressure, and communicate with confidence, all of which are key to success.

辯論有助於您批判性地思考、在壓力下做出反應以及自信地交流，所有這些都是成功的關鍵。

And we'd love to hear from you.

我們很樂意聽取您的意見。

If you have a topic you'd like us to cover next, share your ideas in the comments.

如果您想讓我們討論下一個話題，請在評論中與我們分享您的想法。

Yes, we're always excited to hear your feedback.

是的，我們總是很高興聽到您的反饋。

Let us know which tips you found helpful or how you've been practicing.

讓我們知道哪些技巧對你有幫助，或者你是如何練習的。

And don't forget to grab the free PDF we mentioned earlier.

別忘了下載我們之前提到的免費 PDF 文件。

It's packed with all the tips and expressions from today's episode.

它包含了今天節目中的所有提示和表達方式。

Thank you so much for tuning in.

非常感謝您的收聽。

Remember, every debate you practice is a step closer to mastering English.

請記住，您每練習一次辯論，就離掌握英語更近了一步。

That's right.

這就對了。

Keep practicing, stay confident, and we'll see you in the next episode.

繼續練習，保持自信，我們下期節目再見。

Bye for now.

再見。

Bye, everyone.

大家再見