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1. demonstrate (v.)說明；論證；證明

The presentation clearly demonstrated the benefits to be had from opening up the market.
這場簡報清楚的說明了開啟這個市場的好處。
The disastrous turnout at last week’s trade show demonstrates how over-exposure can hurt sales.
上週商展的人潮稀稀落落證明產品過度曝光會影響銷售成績。

2. determine (v.)判斷；影響

Before we get started, we need to determine what the client’s expectations are.
在我們開始前，我們要先判斷客戶的期待是什麼。
Customer demand determines the amount of inventory kept on hand.
客戶的需求會影響留在手邊的存貨數量。

3. develop (v.)發展；進步；改善

The small film company that the actor started years ago has developed into a multi-million dollar success. 
那位演演幾年前成立的小電影公司現已發展成百萬大公司。
With proper training and guidance, this particular intern could develop into a real leader. 
靠著妥善的訓練與指導，這位特別的實習生可能進步成真正的領導者。

4. do business with (v.)做生意

It’s been a real pleasure doing business with you.
與你做生意實在很愉快。
Next year we plan to do more business with overseas distributors.
明年我們打算與海外的配銷商有多一點生意往來。

5. draft (n.)匯票；匯款單

The first draft of the bill is going before the committee next week.
第一筆匯款將會在下週的會議前進來。
Payment for services rendered will be made through international bank draft.
這筆服務酬勞會以國際銀行的匯票支付。

6. engagement (n.)約會；訂婚

I’m sorry that I couldn’t attend the meeting; I had a previous engagement.
對不起，我無法參加會議，我還有一個會議沒開完。
This engagement will keep me busy for most of the morning.
這場訂婚會讓我忙整個早上。

7. establish (v)創立；創辦

The boss established a precedent when he fired the man for stealing paper clips.
老闆創下了一個前例，解僱了一個偷迴紋針的人。
The personnel manager established a new office ritual when she began celebrating birthdays once a month. 
人事經理開始每月慶生一次時，她創下一個新的辦公室慣例。

8. evaluate (v.)評估；鑑定

It’s important to evaluate the pros and cons of any big business dexision.
評估任何重要生意決策的利弊是很重要的。
Employees will be evaluated at the end of each quarter
在每一季結束時會評鑑員工的表現。

9. expiration (n.)期滿；終結

Jeremy wanted to renew his account before the expiration date.
傑若米想要在期滿日前將他的帳戶延期。
James planned to return to England following the expiration of his work contract.
詹姆斯打算在工作合約期滿後回英國。

10. fad (n.)一時的流行或風尚

T-shirt slogans are a fad that has stood the test of time. 
T 恤上的標語是經過時間考驗的時尚流行。
Quality advertisers know how to use the popularity of a fad to their best advantage.
優質的廣告業者知道如何運用流行時尚作為他們做大。

11. financial terms 金融財務條款

The financial terms of the agreement were largely in favor of the vemdor.
這份合約上的金融財務條款大半是有利賣方的。
Shelly didn’t agree with the financial terms of the contract, so they had to renegotiate.
雪莉不同意合約上的金融財務條款，所以他們得從新協商。

12. flat (adj.) (市場的)蕭條的；不景氣的

The market is a bit flat this season, as consumers attempt to make up for overspending at Christmas. 
這一季市場景氣有些蕭條，因為消費者試圖補回聖誕節時的過多花費。
The market fell flat after many stockholders pulled their investments out.
在許多股東抽掉他們的投資後，市場陷入蕭條。

13. forecast (v.)預測

The marketing manager attempted to forecast sales numbers for the coming season.
行銷經理嘗試預測接下來這一季的銷售數字。
The sales forecast for the coming season is very optimistic.
接下來這一季的銷售預測非常樂觀。

14. free delivery (phr.)免費送貨服務

If you order in bulk from this company, you will get free delivery.
如果大批訂購該公司的產品，可以享有免費送貨服務。
Our company provides free delivery on all orders totaling five hunfred dollars or more.
購物總價值超過五百元以上時，我們公司提供免費運送的服務。

15. frequently (adj.)頻繁的，屢次的

Extended warranties are frequently offered in combination with large appliance purchases.
購買大型電氣時通常會提供延長保固的服務。
Service problems of this kind occur frequently with this type of automobile.
這類的客服問題屢次發生在這款汽車上。

16. gather (v.)收集；積聚；猜測

The clerk was asked to gather all of the pertinent date on the competitor.
銷售員被要求收集所有競爭對手的相關數據資料。
After looking at your results, I gather that you have had plenty of sales experience.
在看過你的結論後，我猜測你已經有相當多的銷售經驗了。

17. get a handle on (v.) (口)了解

I think I’ve got a handle on what you want from me as your company spokesperson.
我想，我以了解身為公司發言人的你想要從我身上得到什麼。
We hope to get a handle on the competition at this year’s trade show.
我們希望了解今年商展的競爭對手。

18. get in touch (v.)連絡

Conference administrators tried to get in touch with as many potential participants as possible.
會議的行政人員盡可能連絡上最多的潛在參與者。
Conferences are a great opportunity for consultants to get in touch with their peers in the industry.
對顧問來說，會議是與企業同儕聯繫的大好機會。

19. hold (v.)舉辦；托住

The home-schooling group holds a conference in Ottawa every year.
家庭自學團體每年在沃太華舉辦年會。
This folder easily holds twenty files.
這個文件夾輕易存載了二十個檔案。

20. imply (v.)包含；暗示

The booklet included with the camera implied that it was covered under a money-ethical business practices. 
相機隨附的小冊子上保證這台相機在購買一年內故障的話可退費。
The news article implied that the company president employed less-than-ethical business practices.
這則新聞暗指這間公司聘用的總裁根本無商業道德。

21. in-house (adj.)內部的；機構內的

We have our in-house editors working on that project.
我們有自己的內部編輯進行那個專案。
We will be handling that contract in-house instead of through freelancers.
我們會在內部處理那個合約，不會透過自由工作者。

22. in-service (機器)正常運轉中；服勤中、現職的

The photocopier is currently not in-service, as it is being repaired.
這台影印機現在不能列印，因為正在維修。
The flight attendant received in-service training before her first international flight.
那名空服員在她首次的國際飛行前獲得在職訓練。

23. inspiration (n.)靈感

With a little inspiration, we can come up with some exciting new ad campaigns.
只要有一點小靈感，我們就可以想出一些令人興奮的新廣告宣傳。
Brain said that he found inspiration from a book about the success of the world’s top executives. 
布萊恩說，他在一本關於世界頂尖執行者成功故事的書中找到靈感。

24. joint venture 合資企業；合營企業

The high-speed rail is a joint venture between Taiwanese and Japanese companies.
高速鐵路台日公司合資的企業。
The future of business is in successful joint ventures between nations.
未來的商業在於成功的國際企業合資。

25. key person 關鍵人物

The chief negotiator is the key person in any contract meeting.
主要的交涉者在任何一個合約會議中都是關鍵人物。
Please direct your questions to Jeff Adams, as he is the key person in charge of that account.
請將你的問題寄給傑夫‧亞當斯，因為它是那個報告的負責人。

26. location (n.)位置；地點

A successful conference must be in an easily accessible location.
一個成功會議的地點應該是一個容易到達的地方。
Las Vegas is a popular location for trade shows and seminars.
拉斯維加斯是舉辦商展和研討會的一個熱門地點。