《WTOEnglish笔记》.docVIP

Finalized Teaching File on Professional English for WTO Studies (Including Points for Reviewing ) By Prof. Gui Guoping, Wuhan University Coach Session Opener: 1. The differences between general English and professional English: Objectives and Focuses; 1 ） Shed light on your understanding of differences between general English and professional English: General English: in which reading comprehension has the lion’s share in it, stresses “ what is the main/rough/general idea of the passage/paragraph/ the line”; Professional English, which has implications at two dimensions: First, communicating in a very professional way (一旦我们公司上市，我们就能够从资本市场上搞到资金，我们发行股票的钱可以用来对现有的设备设施进行技术改造融资。Once our firm becomes listed, we shall have the access to funds from the capital market. The proceeds from issuing stock shall be used to finance the capital improvement of existing equipment and facilities of the firm. ； 技术转让technology transfer v.s 股份转让equity assignment ；价差；spread ) in which an individual word even a “s” can make to much difference: (in international tendering, “The client is not bound to accept any or all the bids he has received.” “In such case, the payment for the efforts shall be due from Party B.”) . Conclusion: stresses are laid on individual words and expressions even a “s” (proceed v.s proceeds ) ; Under this Clause the payment for the performance of the work shall be due from the contractor. Waive your right Claims and obligations 债券债务 Assets and liabilities Duties Invitation for Bids 招标　 The client is not bound to accept any or all bids he has received. Bind / binding upon sb . = sb is bound/(= obligated ) to do sth Second, Professional English involves business philosophy which is not taught outside of Business School. e.g.: In a letter of apology to your Buyer in case of delay on your part: You may write as follows and what could be the difference?: A). We are sorry for all troubles we have caused you; or B). We are sorry for all troubles that ha