A:Hey. Steven. You have a large chunk of money, but why do you still live in the old flat, instead of buying a new villa?
嘿,史蒂文,你有大把的錢,為什么還住在那個舊公寓里,而不買一套別墅呢?
B:I like to live here and enjoy my neighbors' company. And I don't think I should waste money just because I have much of it.
我喜歡這兒,喜歡周圍的鄰居們。而且,我不認為因為我有錢,就可以隨意地揮霍。
A:But I found you always hate to part with your money. Look at the car you drive; it's such a junker!
但是我發(fā)現你很舍不得花錢。看看你開的車,都破成什么樣了!
B:Oh, the car is old but still in good condition. I just think we should be thrifty, whether you are rich or not.
噢,那車是破了點,但性能還很好。我覺得無論我們是貧窮還是富有,都應該節(jié)儉。
A:But...But...
可是……可是……
B:But what? Just remember that thrift is not only a great virtue, but also a great revenue.
可是什么?記住,節(jié)儉不僅是一大美德,而且是一大財源。
A:Maybe you are right.
也許你說得對!