表达 “face up to one’s fears” 的意思是 “勇于面对自身的恐惧、克服困难”。通常是用来鼓励某人勇敢地面对一件让其感到害怕的事情。这里,也可以省略 “up to”,直接说 “face one’s fears(面对某人的恐惧)”。
Wang Na needs to face up to her fears and speak in public. She hates talking in front of rooms of people.
王娜必须克服恐惧,在公众面前演讲。她最讨厌在满屋子的人面前讲话。
I faced my fears when I got on that rollercoaster. I’m so scared of heights.
我坐上过山车之后不得不直面我的恐惧。我真的很恐高。
Look – just face up to your fears and ask him if he likes you!
听我说,别怕,鼓起勇气问他喜不喜欢你!