《绝望的主妇》各集结束语精选

一条巷子，五户人家，外加八婆和售屋熟女，构成全美收视冠军《绝望主妇》。这部热播剧从主人公玛丽·爱丽丝·扬的视角，审视了住在富有的中产阶级的聚居区的家庭主妇鲜为人知的生活。而剧中台词更是耐人寻味。下面就来看看各集精彩的结束语吧。

Everyone understands the nature of war, we also understand that victory depends on the cards that we have been dealt. Some when faced with a bloody battle simply give in, but for some surrender is unacceptable, even though they know it would be a fight to the death. 　

每个人都清楚战争的本性，我们也知道胜利取决于我们打出的那些牌。有些人在面对血战时会从容放弃；但是对某些人来说投降是无法接受的，尽管他们清楚即将决一死战。

The world is filled with unlikely friendships. How did they begin, with one person desperately in need and another willing to lend a helping hand. When such kindness is offered, we are finally able to see the worth of those we have previously written off, and before we've known it, a bond has formed, regardless of whether others can understand it. Yes, unlikely friendships start up everyday, no one understands this more than the lonely, in fact, and it's what they count on.

世界上到处都是不太可能的友谊。它们都是由一方迫切的需求和另一方伸出的援助之手开始的。当这样的帮助提供给我们的时候，我们才明白那些曾经认为不可救药的人的价值。在我们发现之前，一条纽带就已经把我们连接在一起了，不管别人能否理解。的确，不太可能的友谊每天都在发生，没有人能比孤独寂寞的人更了解这一点。事实上，这就是他们的指望。

This is how Bree Van De Kamp finally came to change her weekly routine, she still cleaned on Tuesdays, paid her bills on Wednesdays, and did her laundries on Thursdays, but her Fridays were now reserved for a meeting, a special meeting where she stood in front of people she didn't know, and said things she didn't believe, and afterwards Bree would come home and reward herself on the completion of another successful week.

At that precise moment as Dr Hanson Mills was cutting yet another umbilical cord（脐带）, other ties were being severed all over town, like the one between a child and a mother who didn't want him to grow up so quickly, or the one between a case of fine wine and a housewife who hadn't wanted to admit she had a problem, or the one between a women and the boyfriend who couldn't forgive her betrayal. The choice to separate from what we love is painful; the only thing worse is when someone we've trusted makes the choice for us.

就在汉森·米尔斯医生切断另一根脐带的时候，小镇上其它的联系也被切断了。比如一个母亲和儿子之间，母亲不想孩子那么快就长大；一箱好酒和主妇之间，主妇不想承认她酗酒；或是一个女人和男友之间，男友不能原谅她的背叛。选择离开我们的爱是痛苦的，更糟糕的是我们信任的人让我们做这样的选择。

Temptation comes to all of us, whether or not we succumb depends on our ability to recognize its disguise, sometimes it arrives in a form of an old flame, flickering back to life, or a new friend who could end up being so much more, or a young child who wakens feelings we didn't know we had. And so we give in to temptation all the while knowing come morning, we'll have to suffer the consequences.

每个人都会受到诱惑，我们是否屈服于诱惑取决于我们识破其伪装的能力。有时它们以闪回的火花形式出现；有时是一个意义深远的新朋友；有时是一个触发我们不曾有过的感觉的婴儿。不过如果我们屈服于诱惑，那么第二天我们必须承担后果。

We've all done something in our lives us we are ashamed of, some of us have fallen for the wrong man, some have let go of the right women, there're those who have humiliated their parents and those who have failed their children. Yes, we've all made mistakes that diminish us and those we love. But there is redemption if we try to learn from those mistakes and grow.

我们都做过一些自己都感到惭愧的事。有些人爱错了人，有些人错过了爱；有些孩子使父母丢脸，也有些家长让孩子失望。是的，我们都犯过错，使自己和爱人蒙羞。但如果我们试着从这些错误中吸取教训并成长，就还有挽回的机会。

There's is a prayer intended to give strength to people faced with circumstances they don't want to accept. The power of the prayer comes from its insight into human nature. Because so many of us rage against the hand that life has dealt us; Because so many of us are cowardly, and afraid to stand up for what is right; Because so many of us give in to despair, when faced with an impossible choice. The good news for those who utter these words is that god will hear you and answer your prayer. The bad news is that sometimes the answer is no.

When the truth is ugly, people try to keep it hidden, because they know if revealed, the damage it will do. So they conceal it within sturdy walls, or they place it behind closed doors, or they obscure it with clever disguises, but truth , no matter how ugly, always emerges, and someone we care about always ends up getting hurt, and someone else will revel in their pain, and that's the ugliest truth of all.

当真相很丑陋的时候，人们想法设法来掩盖它。因为他们知道一旦被发现，后果相当严重。所以他们用严实的墙来遮蔽它；或把真相关在紧闭的门后；或用聪明的伪装使它们变得朦胧。但不管真相多么丑陋，它们总会浮现，那些我们关心的人最后还是会受到伤害，而另外一些人却为他们的痛苦而快乐，这才是最丑陋的事实。

It's a shocking moment for each of us that moment we realize we are all alone in this world. The family we take for granted could one day abandon us; the husband we trust so implicitly might betray us; the daughter we love so deeply perhaps won't return to us. And then we could end up all by ourselves.

对每个人来说意识到自己孤独地活在世上都是无比震惊的。我们毫不怀疑的家庭会抛弃我们；我们深信无比的丈夫也可能背叛我们；我们深爱的女儿也许不再回到我们的身边。那时我们只能一个人孤独地走到生命的尽头。

This is the street where I used to live, and these were the people with whom I shared my life. I met them the day they moved in, and I saw what they brought with them - beautiful dreams for the future and quiet hopes for a better life not just for themselves, but for their children, too. If I could, would I tell them what lies ahead? Would I warn them of the sorrow and betrayal that lie in store? No, from where I stand now, I see enough of the road to understand how it must be traveled. The trick is to keep moving forward to let go of the fear and the regret that slow us down and keep us from enjoying a journey that will be over too soon.

这就是我曾经生活的街道，我和这些人一起分享过生活。我在他们搬来那天起认识的他们，我看到他们带来的——对美好未来的憧憬；对更好生活的向往，为自己更为了孩子。如果我可以，我会告诉他们前路是什么样的吗？我会警告他们未来的悲伤和背叛吗？不会，以我目前的处境，我自然明白路应该怎样走。秘诀就是放下拖慢我们脚步的艰难困苦，勇往直前的享受这快乐而又短暂的人生旅途。

Every storm brings with it hope that somehow by morning, everything will be made clean again. And even the most troubling stains will have disappeared. Like the doubts over his innocence, or the consequence of his mistake, like the scars of his betrayal, or the memory of his kiss. So we wait for the storm to pass hoping for the best, even though we know in our hearts some stains are so indelible, nothing can wash them away.

每随风暴而来的是希望——不论如何，到了早晨，一切都会变干净，即使最顽固的污点也会消失。像对清白的疑惑，错误的结果，背叛的创伤，亲吻的记忆。我们等待着风暴退却，期待着雨过天睛。即使我们清楚在心中, 有些污点是如此顽固，没有什么能将它们清除。

Have you met the perfect couple? The two soul mates whose love never dies? The two lovers whose relationship is never threatened. The husband and wife who trust each other completely. If you haven't met the perfect couple, let me introduce you. They stand atop a layer of butter cream frosting. The secret of their success? Well, for starters, they don't have to look at each other.

你有没有遇到过完美的一对？两位心心相印的伴侣，他们的爱永远不死？这对恋人，他们的爱情从没受到过威胁；丈夫和妻子，完完全全信任对方。如果你没有遇见过这样的一对眷侣，让我来给你介绍这么一对：他们是站在奶油冰淇淋上的。他们成功的秘诀？——他们从来不正视对方。

We all carry something with us. Of course, it's nice if we travel with some one who can help lighten the load. But usually, it's easier to just drop what we've been carrying so we can get home that much sooner. Assuming, of course, there will be someone there to greet us when we arrive. Why do we clutch at this baggage, even when we're desperate to move on? Because we all know there's a chance we might let go too soon.

We all have our reasons for rewriting history. Sometimes we need to provide ourselves alibis. Sometimes we wanna hurt someone who has hurt us, and then there are times we just wanna spare ourselves embarrassment. Of course, there are some who feel that to rewrite history is just another way to lie. But what is history anyway....But a set of lies agree depend?

我们都有要改写历史的原因。有时候我们需要给自己找一些托辞。有时我们想要伤害那些曾经伤害过我们的人, 有时我们只是不想自己困窘难堪。当然，有些人觉得改写历史只是一种说谎方式。但是，历史究竟是什么呢？难道只是一系列的谎言吗？

Sabotage, everyone is capable of it. But some go about it more cruelness than the others. Like the ones who create vengeance… Or the ones who hunger for love. Or the ones who were determined to burn bridges. And then there are those who simply wants something…Something that belongs to someone else.

阴谋破坏，每个人都能做，但有些人可以做得更加冷酷。像那些渴望复仇的人……像那些寻觅爱情的人……像那些决定一刀两断的人……也有些人只想得到属于别人的东西。

There is a place in St. Timothy church where sinners go to confess their sins. And once they are done, they expect absolution. But the truth is, not all confessions are worthy of such forgiveness. Most who unveil his agendas deserve the condemnation they receive. Most who disclose revengeful motives marry the punishment that follows. Only the truly repentant at any right at all expect a second chance. Were just why it's best to think twice before you confess. Especially if you don’t know what it is you're confessing to. St.Timothy

蒂莫西教堂有处罪人忏悔的地方。当他们忏悔完，都期待能得到宽恕，但事实上，不是所有忏悔都值得被原谅。大多数暴露计划的人得到了应有的谴责。大多数暴露报复动机的人随后得到惩罚。只有真心悔过，才有权利获得第二次机会。这就是为什么最好在你忏悔前先三思而后行……尤其是如果你不知道你在忏悔什么。

Family--there is nothing more important. They're the ones who show up when we're in trouble, the ones who push us to succeed, the ones who help keep our secrets .But what of those who have no family to rely on? What happens to those poor souls...who have no loved ones to help them in their hour of need? Well....most learn to walk life's road by themselves, But a sad few of us...simply...stop trying .

Get off that couch and begin the more productive life you should be living.

别赖在沙发上了，做事变得高效一点吧，那才是应该过的生活。

Step 1: You're Not Lazy  其实你并不懒

The word "lazy" is a condemnation. It's shameful. It's not you.

“懒”是个贬义词。懒是可耻的。但这个词不是用来形容你的。

Step 2: Illness  检查一下自己是不是病了

If your energy level is low for months on end, get checked out by a doctor. It could be depression or illness. Make sure you're ok before moving on to step 3.

如果你连续几个月来都精神萎靡不振的话，去让医生做个检查吧。你可能患上了抑郁症或者其他的疾病。在进入步骤3之前，确保自己是健康的。

Step 3: Plan  制定一个生活计划

Write down what you want to get done - in order of importance - and put it on a daily schedule.

把自己想要做的事情写下来-按照重要性排序-并把它加到日程表中去。

Step 4: Find Your Groove  找到自己的最佳状态

Experiment with your life. Try working at different times of day and in different locations. Maybe you need background music to keep you focused or a snack or nap at a specific time.

在生活中多做些尝试，尝试在不同的时间和不同的地点工作。也许，你需要听听音乐来帮助你集中注意力，或者到了某个时候，你需要吃些东西或小憩一会儿。

Step 5: Set That Alarm  定上闹钟，早起！

Studies show people who get up early and show up on time are happier and more productive. And eat a good breakfast. Healthful eating increases energy. So does exercise.

美国一些比较幽默的说法也许在日常生活中不是那么常见， 但如果在适当的时机使用，必可收画龙点睛之效。有些用语可能乍听之下你还不知道是什么意思呢，比如这句cut the cheese，可不是切奶酪的意思哦。

1. Is she big-boned? 她是不是很魁梧啊？

Big-bone看字面解释就知道是指骨架很粗大。这对美女(美国的女人) 来说是见怪不怪的。在电影Something about Mary中就有这一句，Is she big-boned?

那娇小的女子怎么说？ 娇小就是petite。很多从亚洲来女生来美国都抱怨买不到合适的衣服，其实很多店都有一区petite。去那里找找， 保证你会有意想不到的收获。若是真的找不到，就试试teenager那儿也有许多合适的衣服。

2. We have a female shortage here. 我们这里闹女人荒。

由于我的学校是理工学院， 所以男女比例自然是不均匀， 有一次连老美也不禁感叹道， We have a female shortage here。这样的说法是不是听来很特别？ 其实我看根本就不只是female shortage而是 female drought。或是更夸张一点的讲法， We have a female extinction here。

3. You are a freaking Yankee. 你是怪怪的北方佬。

老美彼此之间很喜欢拿对方的出生地作文章。因为南北的差异， 所以或多或少北方人看不起南方人，南方人也看不起北方人。Yankee 是南北战争时北军的士兵叫Yankee, 现在一般指北方佬。而freaking是说这人很怪，或者解释成怪胎也可以。

刚来美国时Yankee这个字发音老发得不对， 别人都听不懂我在讲什么。主要是因为受到国内把Yankee翻译成 "洋基"的关系吧！ 其实这个字应该是读成 "盐鸡" 还比较接近一点。(一不小心去想到台湾最有名的"盐酥鸡", 害我肚子饿的要命！)

4. I am laying low. 我躺下了。

5. I cut the cheese. 我放屁了。

一般人说放屁这个字都会用fart这个字， 但是cut the cheese也有放屁的意思在里面。为什么呢？因为大家想想切cheese时会发出什么声音？ 是不是和放屁很像呢？ 但是这样的用法似乎并不常用，我只在某部很烂的片子：Mysterious Man里听过一次。

6. She is a big gossip. 她是八卦夫人。

Gossip指的就是八卦新闻， 但它也可以拿来形容一个人很八卦。所以She is a big gossip就是说她是个八卦夫人。或是你也可以说。She is gossipy。中文里讲的广播电台在美国倒是不常见，反而是有另一种说说 She is an information bureau (她是情报局) 也蛮有趣的。

7. If the boys stare at you, they have guts to suck your teeth! 如果男生盯著你看，他们就有胆亲你。

这是我看电视Full House学来的，是二个姐妹的对话， 这句话有三个地方我觉的很棒， 第一个是stare at you, 就是指盯著人家看的意思， have guts 就是说有胆子的意思， (这是一个巧合， 中文英文说有胆子都是说有勇气的意思！)而最后一个 suck your teeth 则是指亲嘴的意思， 很有趣， 但是像这种句子是小孩子说的， 难登大雅之堂。

亲嘴还有另外一个口语的用法： smooch 例如 I didn't smooch that girl last night。我昨晚没亲那个女孩。

8. She is vertically challenged. 她面临高度挑战。

这样的说法就是说人家很矮的意思， 但是是比较婉转 (political correctness) 的说法。什么什么challenged 就是说有某方面的障碍， 如mentally challenged就是说心智障碍， 也就是低能儿的意思。

关于这个political correctness老美也常用， 不过中文并没有适当相对应的翻法。所谓的 political correctness就是说为了不得罪某一族群的人， 而在用辞上加以修饰， 让它听来不会歧视某一族群。例如 chairman这个字，可能会得罪某些女性主义者， 所以就发明了chairperson这个字。这样子的转变， 就可以算是 political correctness。

9. Where can I dump these white elephants? 这些无用的垃圾我要丢到哪里？

比如说家中的286计算机用之无味， 弃之可惜， 放在那里一摆就是好几年，这种垃圾就叫whiteel ephant。只是这样的说法真的很少见， 连老美都不一定知道 white elephant 是什么意思。不过有些人还是会这么用，我曾听一个老美他说， The fountain is a white elephant. 意思是，这个喷水池真是废物。

有些老美会在自家的庭院前办所谓的garage sale, 就是把一些家里很少用到的东西拿出来卖。有些人的告示上会写White elephant sale。如果你不知道whte elephant指的是无用之物的话， 你可能会觉得蛮奇怪的，为什么有人在卖白大象呢？（HjEnglish）