Quiet Hours in Germany
德國的「安靜時段」
Introduction
Many shops and museums in Germany now have 'Quiet Hours'. These hours help people who feel too much noise or light.
現在德國許多商店和博物館都設有「安靜時段」。這些時段旨在幫助那些對噪音或光線過於敏感的人。
Main Body
Theo Hogg started this idea in New Zealand in 2019. In 2023, a group in Germany called Gemeinsam Zusammen brought the idea to Germany. They want to help people with autism or ADHD. For these people, loud noises and bright lights can hurt.
Theo Hogg 於 2019 年在紐西蘭啟動了這個構想。2023 年，德國一個名為 Gemeinsam Zusammen 的組織將這個想法引入德國。他們希望幫助患有自閉症或 ADHD（注意力不足過動症）的人。對於這些人來說，巨大的噪音和強光可能會造成痛苦。
During Quiet Hours, shops turn off the music. They make the lights dim. They stop loud announcements. For example, IKEA Germany does this on Wednesdays from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
在安靜時段期間，商店會關掉音樂。他們會將燈光調暗，並停止大聲的播報。例如，德國 IKEA 在週三下午 5:00 至 7:00 實施此措施。
Some supermarkets like REWE and Edeka also do this. They do not move boxes or talk on phones during this time. Museums, swimming pools, and bowling alleys also use these rules now.
一些超市如 REWE 和 Edeka 也這樣做。他們在此期間不會搬運箱子或使用電話交談。現在博物館、游泳池和保齡球館也採用了這些規定。
Conclusion
More places in Germany are joining this project. Now, public spaces are easier for everyone to use.
德國有更多地方正加入這個計畫。現在，公共空間對每個人來說都變得更容易使用了。
Vocabulary Learning
⚡ The 'Action' Pattern
Look at how the text describes what shops do. They use a simple pattern: [Who] + [Action].
- Shops turn off music.
- They make lights dim.
- They stop announcements.
Why this helps you (A2 Level): To speak basic English, you don't need fancy words. Just find the person or thing and add the action.
Quick Guide to the Words Used:
- Turn off: Stop a machine from working.
- Dim: Make the light softer/darker.
- Join: To become part of a group.
🕒 Talking About Time
Notice how the text says when things happen:
On Wednesdays From 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Use ON for days and FROM... TO... for the start and end of a time.