flatn.B1
公寓；一套房间
a two-bedroom flat · rent a flat
I'm looking for a flat near the city centre.
我想在市中心附近找一套公寓。
学完能做到
- 看懂租房广告，提取关键信息（价格、位置、设施）
- 听懂电话或当面咨询租房的对话，记录细节
- 写一封半正式的询问信，礼貌地提出问题和要求
- 在口语中描述自己的住处及其优缺点，比较不同选择
词汇 core 13 · expansion 16 · chunks 4
核心词 core
depositn.B2
押金；保证金
pay a deposit · a security deposit
You need to pay a deposit of one month's rent.
你需要付一个月的租金作为押金。
landlordn.B1
房东；东家
contact the landlord · a private landlord
The landlord is responsible for repairs.
房东负责维修。
rentn./v.B1
租金；租用
monthly rent · pay the rent
The rent is £800 per month.
租金是每月800英镑。
tenantn.B2
租户；房客
a good tenant · tenant rights
The previous tenant left the flat very clean.
上一个租户把公寓收拾得很干净。
furnishedadj.B1
带家具的
fully furnished · partly furnished
The flat is fully furnished, so I don't need to buy furniture.
这套公寓家具齐全，所以我不用买家具。
spaciousadj.B2
宽敞的
a spacious living room · spacious accommodation
The kitchen is surprisingly spacious.
厨房宽敞得出奇。
convenientadj.B1
方便的
a convenient location · very convenient for shops
It's in a convenient location, close to the bus stop.
它位置方便，靠近公交站。
bills includedphr.B2
账单包含在租金内
rent with bills included
The £900 includes bills, so no extra costs.
900英镑包含账单，所以没有额外费用。
appliancesn.B2
家用电器
modern appliances · kitchen appliances
All appliances are new and in good condition.
所有电器都是新的，状况良好。
neighbourhoodn.B1
街区；附近地区
a safe neighbourhood · quiet neighbourhood
The neighbourhood is very quiet at night.
这片街区夜里非常安静。
estate agentn.B2
房产中介
through an estate agent · a local estate agent
I found the flat through an estate agent.
我是通过房产中介找到这套公寓的。
leasen.B2
租约；租赁合同
sign a lease · a one-year lease
We signed a twelve-month lease.
我们签了一份十二个月的租约。
扩展词库 expansion
balconyn.B1
阳台
a balcony with a view
central heatingn.B2
中央供暖
gas central heating
double glazingn.B2
双层玻璃窗
double glazing windows
ensuiteadj.B2
带独立卫浴的
an ensuite bathroom
ground floorn.B1
底层；一楼
on the ground floor
first floorn.B1
二楼
on the first floor
liftn.B1
电梯
a building with a lift
parkingn.B1
停车位
off-street parking
renovatedadj.B2
翻新过的
newly renovated
sharedadj.B1
共用的；合住的
shared kitchen
single roomn.B1
单人间
a single room to rent
utility roomn.B2
杂物间；洗衣房
a utility room with a washing machine
wardroben.A2
衣柜
built-in wardrobe
water pressuren.B2
水压
good water pressure
cookern.A2
炉灶；厨灶
an electric cooker
broadbandn.B1
宽带
high-speed broadband
词块 / 生存短语 chunks
close to public transport靠近公共交通
The flat is close to public transport, which is very convenient.
公寓靠近公共交通，非常方便。
within walking distance步行可到
The shops are within walking distance.
商店步行就可到达。
in good condition状况良好
The flat is in good condition, so you can move in straight away.
公寓状况良好，所以你可以马上搬进去。
move in date入住日期
We agreed on a move in date of 1st July.
我们商定的入住日期是7月1日。
语法 语言升级点
Comparative forms with modifiers (much, far, a bit)B1
让比较更精确，表达「更…得多」或「稍微…一点」
much / a lot / far / a bit + 比较级形容词/副词
租房时常比较两个住处：This flat is much cheaper than the other one. 或 The kitchen is a bit smaller. 注意 much 不能跟原级。
例句
This flat is much cheaper than the one in the city centre.
这套公寓比市中心那套便宜得多。
The second bedroom is a bit smaller, but it's still comfortable.
第二间卧室稍微小一点，但还是很舒适。
常见错误
✗ This flat is more cheaper. → ✓ This flat is much cheaper.
cheap的比较级是cheaper，前面用much修饰，不能用more再加比较级。
↑ 提分：再高一档可加入 even, still, by far 等更强修饰语。
Non-defining relative clauses (introductory)B2
补充非必要信息，用逗号隔开，给句子增加细节和评价
主句 + , who/which + 从句
写信或口语中，加上「..., which is very convenient」这样的补充，显得更成熟。注意指物用which，指人用who。
例句
The flat has a balcony, which is great for summer evenings.
公寓有个阳台，这对夏天的夜晚来说很棒。
My landlord, who lives next door, is very helpful.
我的房东住在隔壁，他人很好。
常见错误
✗ The flat has a balcony, that is great. → ✓ The flat has a balcony, which is great.
非限定性从句不能用that，只能用who/which。
↑ 提分：再高一档可把整个想法作为先行词：The rent was too high, which made me look elsewhere.
阅读 Reading rental advert
Room for Rent in Shared House
ROOMS FOR RENT - Bright Single Room in Friendly Shared House
We have one single room available now in a well-maintained house near Central Park. The room is on the first floor and has a large window, a built-in wardrobe and a desk.
Rent: £450 per month, including all bills (electricity, water, gas and broadband).
Shared spaces: kitchen (with washing machine and cooker), bathroom, and a small garden.
The house is within walking distance of the main bus station, and it takes about 15 minutes to the city centre by bus. There is also a supermarket just two minutes away.
We are looking for a non-smoking, tidy tenant. No pets allowed. The room is available from 1st October. If you are interested, please contact us to arrange a viewing.
well-maintained保养良好的built-in wardrobe嵌入式衣柜viewing看房
TFNG1.The room for rent is a double room.
✅ FALSE — 广告写的是single room，所以不是double。
TFNG2.You have to pay extra for electricity on top of the rent.
✅ FALSE — 租金包含所有账单，所以不用额外付电费。
MCQ3.How long does it take to get to the city centre by bus?
- A 2 minutes
- B 15 minutes
- C 1st October
✅ B — 文中说大约15分钟到市中心。
gap_fill4.The house has a small ___.
✅ garden — 广告提到shared spaces中有a small garden。
MCQ5.Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the advert?
- A a washing machine
- B a dishwasher
- C a garden
✅ B — 文中提到了washing machine和garden，但没提洗碗机。
💡 技巧：租房广告常包含数字（价格、日期、距离）和限制（禁烟、无宠物），这些是考点。先读问题再定位，注意「including all bills」这类短语。
听力 Listening Section 1 · UK
情景：租客打电话咨询租房信息
Agent
Hello, Parkside Lettings, how can I help?
Caller
Hi, I'm calling about the room for rent on Church Road. Is it still available?
Agent
Yes, it is. We have two rooms actually — a small single and a larger double. Which one are you interested in?
Caller
The single room, please. Could you tell me how much it is?
Agent
The single room is £460 a month, and that includes all bills.
Caller
And is there a bus stop nearby? I don't drive.
Agent
Yes, the number 14 bus stops right outside the house. It goes to the city centre every 10 minutes.
Caller
That sounds perfect. When can I come and see it?
Agent
We have viewings on Thursday at 2 p.m. Would that work for you?
Caller
Thursday's fine. I'll be there.
gap_fill1.The caller is interested in the ___ room.
✅ single — 顾客明确要了single room。
gap_fill2.The rent for the single room is £___ per month.
✅ 460 — 中介说单人间每月460英镑。
MCQ3.What is included in the rent?
- A only water
- B all bills
- C internet only
✅ B — 中介说includes all bills。
gap_fill4.The number ___ bus stops outside the house.
✅ 14 — 14路公交车停在门口。
gap_fill5.The viewing is on Thursday at ___.
✅ 2 p.m. — 看房时间在周四下午2点。
💡 技巧：Section 1 常涉及数字和名称，提前看题预测要听的内容，注意「two rooms」可能成为干扰。听清最后约定的时间。
写作 Writing Task 1 (letter)（semi-formal） · 目标 160 词
You saw an advertisement for a flat to rent, but you need more information before you decide to view it. Write a letter to the landlord or estate agent. In your letter: - explain why you are interested in the flat - ask for more details about the rent and bills - ask about the neighbourhood and transport links Write at least 150 words.
Dear Sir or Madam,
I am writing about the two-bedroom flat on Oak Avenue, which I saw advertised online. I am very interested in renting it because the location seems ideal for my work in the city centre.
However, I would like to ask a few questions before I arrange a viewing. Firstly, could you confirm if the monthly rent of £850 includes all bills? The advert did not make this clear. I also need to know how much deposit I would have to pay and if it is protected by a government scheme.
Secondly, I wondered if you could tell me more about the neighbourhood. Are there any supermarkets or parks within walking distance? Lastly, could you let me know about public transport? I do not own a car, so I would prefer somewhere with a bus or train station nearby.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours faithfully,
Sarah Jones
逐句标注
语法“I am writing about the two-bedroom flat on Oak Avenue, which I saw advertised online.”非限定性关系从句，补充信息，展示语法能力。
衔接“Firstly, ... Secondly, ... Lastly, ...”使用序列词使信件结构清晰，衔接自然。
词汇“within walking distance”使用地道短语描述距离，提升词汇得分。
语法“I do not own a car, so I would prefer ...”用so连接因果，语法准确。
任务“Yours faithfully”开头Dear Sir or Madam对应结尾Yours faithfully，格式正确。
🎯 本档语言特征：书信覆盖所有要求点，使用半正式语气，连接词清晰。含非限定从句和地道短语，词汇准确。整体band 6水平。
↑ 再上一档：可升级表达：用「I would be grateful if you could...」等更礼貌句式，并增加对交通方式的详细询问。
口语 Speaking
Part 1
Q: What kind of housing do you live in?
I live in a flat, which is quite common in my city. It's a two-bedroom flat on the third floor.
💡 用which补充信息，展示非限定性从句。
Q: What do you like about your neighbourhood?
My neighbourhood is very convenient. There are shops and a park within walking distance, and a bus stop is just outside.
💡 使用within walking distance和convenient等本课词汇。
Q: Would you like to move to a different area?
Maybe in the future. I sometimes think about moving to the countryside because it's much quieter there, but it would be less convenient for work.
💡 比较级much quieter，展示修饰语。
Part 2 · 提示卡
Describe an ideal house or flat you would like to live in. You should say: where it would be; what it would look like; who you would like to live with; and explain why you would like to live there.
My ideal home would be a modern flat in the city centre, probably on a high floor because I love a great view. It would have two bedrooms, a spacious living room and a big balcony, which would be perfect for relaxing in summer. I’d like to live there with my best friend, because we get on well and could share the rent, which would be much cheaper than living alone. The location is important: it should be close to the tube station and within walking distance of some good restaurants and cafes. I’d really enjoy the lifestyle because everything would be so convenient.
💡 按四点顺序讲，用到非限定从句(which...)、比较级much cheaper、短语within walking distance。
Part 3
Q: Why do you think some people prefer to live in the city rather than the countryside?
I think the main reason is convenience. In the city, you have more job opportunities, shops, and entertainment options. Also, public transport is usually much better, so you don't always need a car. However, some people might find it too noisy and prefer the countryside because it's a lot quieter.
💡 比较级much better, a lot quieter，对比城市与乡村。
Q: Is it important for a flat to have outdoor space?
It depends on the person. For families with children, a garden is very useful. But for young professionals, a balcony might be enough. Personally, I think outdoor space is a great bonus because you can sit outside, which is especially nice in warm weather.
💡 非限定从句which is especially nice...，总结观点。
高频短语
within walking distance — 描述某地步行可到
much cheaper / much better / a lot quieter — 用修饰语强调比较
... , which is very convenient — 用非限定从句补充评价
应试策略
阅读广告时抓住数字和限制条件；听力Section 1注意拼写和数字；写信开门见山，分段提问；口语用比较级+修饰语和which从句能让表达更多样。
本档提分建议
5.5到6.5：①练习在口语Part 2中加入一条非限定性关系从句；②写作中避免重复简单词，尝试用convenient, spacious, neighbourhood等场景词；③听力训练时，提前预测答案的词性（名词/数字）。