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complication definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌkɒmplɪˈkeɪʃən/
合併症 (gōheishō)

A problem or difficulty that makes a situation harder to deal with.

"His illness led to serious complications after surgery."

"彼の病気は手術後に深刻な合併症を引き起こしました。" (Kare no byōki wa shujutsugo ni shinkoku na gōheishō o hikiokoshimashita.)
adjective B2
/ˌkɒm.plɪˈmen.tər.i/
賛辞的な; 無料で提供される; 礼儀として提供された (sanjiteki na; muryō de teikyō sareru; reigi toshite teikyō sareta)

expressing praise or admiration; given or supplied free of charge as a courtesy

"The hotel offers complimentary breakfast for all guests."

"ホテルはすべてのゲストに無料の朝食を提供します。" (Hoteru wa subete no gesuto ni muryō no chōshoku o teikyō shimasu.)
comply definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/kəmˈplaɪ/
従う (shitagau)

to act in accordance with a rule, request, or law

"All companies must comply with safety regulations."

"すべての企業は安全規則を遵守しなければなりません。" (Subete no kigyō wa anzen kisoku o junshu shinakereba narimasen.)
component definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kəmˈpoʊnənt/
コンポーネント (komponento)

a part or element of a larger whole, especially a machine or system

"The engine is the most important component of the car."

"エンジンは車の最も重要なコンポーネントです。" (Enjin wa kuruma no mottomo jūyōna komponento desu.)
compose definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/kəmˈpəʊz/
作曲する (sakkyoku suru)

to create or write something, especially music, poetry, or a letter

"She likes to compose songs in her free time."

"彼女は自由時間に曲を作るのが好きです。" (Kanojo wa jiyū jikan ni kyoku o tsukuru no ga suki desu.)
adjective B2
/kəmˈpoʊzd/
冷静 (reisei)

calm and in control of oneself; made up of or formed from

"He remained composed even under pressure."

"彼はプレッシャーの下で冷静さを保ちました。" (Kare wa puresshā no shita de reisei sa o tamochimashita.)
compost definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkɒmpoʊst/
堆肥 (taihi)

decayed organic matter used as fertilizer

"The gardener added compost to enrich the soil."

"庭師は土壌を豊かにするために堆肥を追加しました。" (Niwa-shi wa dojō o yutakani suru tame ni taihi o tsuika shimashita.)
composting definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkɒm.pɒ.stɪŋ/
コンポスト化 (konposuto-ka)

The controlled decomposition of organic matter to produce fertilizer.

"Composting reduces waste and enhances soil fertility."

"コンポスティングは廃棄物を減らし、土壌の肥沃度を高めます。" (Konposutingu wa haikibutsu o herashi, dojo no hiwaku-do o takamemasu.)
compound definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkɑːmpaʊnd/
化合物 / 閉鎖されたエリア (kagōbutsu / heisa sareta eria)

a thing that is composed of two or more separate elements; an enclosed area with buildings

"The scientist studied the chemical compound in the lab."

"科学者はラボで化学化合物を研究しました。" (Kagakusha wa rabo de kagaku kagōbutsu o kenkyū shimashita.)
comprehend definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnd/
理解する (rikai suru)

to understand or grasp the meaning of something

"It is difficult to comprehend the scale of the disaster."

"災害の規模を理解することは難しい。" (Saigai no kibo o rikai suru koto wa muzukashī.)
comprehension definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnʃən/
理解 (rikai)

the ability to understand something

"Good reading comprehension is essential for academic success."

"良い読解力は学業の成功に不可欠です。" (Yoi dokkairyoku wa gakugyō no seikō ni fukaketsu desu.)
comprehensive definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnsɪv/
包括的 (hōkatsuteki)

including all or nearly all elements or aspects; complete

"The report provides a comprehensive overview of the project."

"レポートはプロジェクトの包括的な概要を提供します。" (Repōto wa purojekuto no hōkatsuteki na gaiyō o teikyō shimasu.)
comprise definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/kəmˈpraɪz/
構成する (kōsei suru)

To consist of or be made up of something.

"The committee comprises five members."

"委員会は五人のメンバーで構成されています。" (Iinkai wa gonin no menbā de kōsei sarete imasu.)
compromise definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb B2
/ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/
妥協 (dakyō)

A settlement of differences in which each side makes concessions; or to weaken or put at risk.

"They reached a compromise after long negotiations."

"彼らは長い交渉の後で妥協に達しました。" (Karera wa nagai kōshō no ato de dakyō ni tasshimashita.)
compulsory definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/kəmˈpʌlsəri/
義務的 (gimuteki)

Required by law or a rule; obligatory.

"Wearing seat belts is compulsory in most countries."

"ほとんどの国でシートベルトを着用することは義務的です。" (Hotondo no kuni de shīto beruto o chakuyō suru koto wa gimuteki desu.)
conceal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/kənˈsiːl/
隠す (kakusu)

to hide something or keep it secret

"He tried to conceal his disappointment behind a smile."

"彼は微笑みの背後に自分の失望を隠そうとした。" (Kare wa bishoumi no haigo ni jibun no shitsubou o kakusou to shita.)
concede definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/kənˈsiːd/

to admit something is true or valid, often reluctantly

"She finally conceded that she was wrong."

conceive definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/kənˈsiːv/
思いつく, 妊娠する (omoitsuku, ninshin suru)

to form or imagine an idea in the mind; to become pregnant

"It is hard to conceive how such an idea could succeed."

"そのようなアイデアが成功する方法を考えるのは難しい。" (Sono you na aidea ga seikou suru houhou wo kangaeru no wa muzukashii.)
concerning definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
preposition B2
/kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/
関する (kansuru)

about or relating to something; causing worry or anxiety

"There are some reports concerning the new project."

"新しいプロジェクトに関する報告があります。" (Atarashī purojekuto ni kansuru hōkoku ga arimasu.)
concession definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kənˈsɛʃən/
譲歩 (jouho)

something that is granted, especially in response to demands; a compromise

"The company made several concessions during the negotiations."

"会社は交渉中にいくつかの譲歩をしました。" (Kaisha wa koushou chuu ni ikutsuka no jouho o shimashita.)
concise definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/kənˈsaɪs/
簡潔 (kanketsu)

giving much information clearly and in a few words; brief but comprehensive

"The teacher asked for a concise summary of the article."

"先生はその記事の簡潔な要約を求めました。" (Sensei wa sono kiji no kanketsu na youyaku wo motomemashita.)
Concrete definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈkɒŋkriːt/
具体的な (gutaiteki na)

based on facts, not on ideas or guesses; specific and real

"She gave a concrete example to support her argument."

"彼女は自分の議論を支持するために具体的な例を挙げました。" (Kanojo wa jibun no giron o shiji suru tame ni gutaiteki na rei o agemashita.)
noun B2
/kənˈkʌʃən/
脳震盪 (nōshindō)

A temporary unconsciousness or shock caused by a blow to the head.

"He suffered a concussion after falling from the bike."

"彼は自転車から落ちた後、脳震盪を受けました。" (Kare wa jitensha kara ochita ato, nōshindō o ukemashita.)
condemn definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/kənˈdɛm/
非難する (hinan suru)

To express strong disapproval of; to declare something as wrong or unacceptable.

"The government condemned the act of violence."

"政府は暴力行為を非難しました。" (seifu wa bōryoku kōi o hinan shimashita.)
noun B2
/ˌkɒndɛnˈseɪʃən/
凝縮 (gyōsoku)

The process of water vapor changing into liquid; also, the act of making something more concise.

"Condensation formed on the windows during the cold night."

"寒い夜に窓に凝縮ができた。" (Samui yoru ni mado ni gyōsoku ga dekita.)
Condensed milk definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kənˈdenst mɪlk/
練乳 (ren'nyū)

milk from which water has been removed and sugar added, creating a thick, sweet product

"The recipe calls for a can of condensed milk to make the dessert extra creamy."

"レシピにはデザートをよりクリーミーにするためにコンデンスミルク缶が必要です。" (Reshipi ni wa dezāto o yori kurīmī ni suru tame ni kondensu miruku kan ga hitsuyō desu.)
adjective B2
/kənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/
条件付き; 条件に依存する (jōken tsuki; jōken ni izon suru)

dependent on certain conditions; not absolute

"The job offer is conditional upon passing the background check."

"その仕事のオファーは、バックグラウンドチェックに合格することが条件です。" (Sono shigoto no ofā wa, bakkuraundo chekku ni gōkaku suru koto ga jōken desu.)
noun B2
/kənˈdʌktər/
指揮者 / 導体 (shikisha / doutai)

a person who directs a performance or someone who collects fares on public transport; or a material that conducts electricity

"The conductor waved his baton to start the orchestra."

"指揮者はオーケストラを始めるためにバトンを振りました。" (Shikisha wa ōkesutora o hajimeru tame ni baton o furimashita.)
noun B2
/kənˈfɛkʃəneri/
菓子類 (kashirui)

sweets, candies, and other food items made with sugar

"The shop sells a wide variety of confectionery."

"その店はさまざまなお菓子を販売しています。" (Sono mise wa samazama na okashi o hanbai shiteimasu.)
confer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/kənˈfɜːr/

to discuss something important or to grant or bestow something

"The committee will confer to decide on the new policy."

confess definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/kənˈfɛs/
告白する (kokuhaku suru)

to admit that you have done something wrong or illegal

"He confessed that he had stolen the money."

"彼はお金を盗んだことを告白した。" (Kare wa okane o nusunda koto o kokuhaku shita.)
confession definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kənˈfɛʃən/
告白 (kokuhaku)

a statement admitting that one is guilty of a crime or has done something wrong

"The suspect made a full confession to the police."

"容疑者は警察に完全な告白をした。" (Yōgisha wa keisatsu ni kanzen'na kokuhaku o shita.)
verb B2
/kənˈfaɪd/

To tell someone about a secret or private matter while trusting them not to repeat it.

"He confided his worries to his best friend."

adjective B2
/ˌkɒnfɪˈdɛnʃl/
機密の (kimitsu no)

intended to be kept secret or private

"The lawyer shared confidential documents with her client."

"弁護士はクライアントと機密の文書を共有しました。" (Bengoshi wa kuraianto to kimitsu no bunsho o kyōyū shimashita.)
confidentiality definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˌkɒn.fɪ.den.ʃiˈæl.ɪ.ti
機密性 (kimitsusei)

The state of keeping or being kept secret or private

"Confidentiality is crucial in data security."

"機密性はデータセキュリティにおいて重要です。" (Kimitsusei wa dēta sekyuriti ni oite jūyō desu.)
configuration definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kənˌfɪɡəˈreɪʃən/
コンフィギュレーション (konfigyurēshon)

an arrangement of parts or elements in a particular form or structure

"The configuration of the system needs to be adjusted for better performance."

"システムのコンフィギュレーションは、パフォーマンス向上のために調整する必要があります。" (Shisutemu no konfigyurēshon wa, pafōmansu kōjō no tame ni chōsei suru hitsuyō ga arimasu.)
confine definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/kənˈfaɪn/
閉じ込める (tojimeru)

to keep or restrict someone or something within limits

"He was confined to his room after the surgery."

"彼は手術後、部屋に閉じ込められました。" (Kare wa shujutsu go, heya ni tojimemashita.)
conflict resolution definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkɒn.flɪkt ˌrez.əˈluː.ʃən/
紛争解決 (funsō kaiketsu)

The process of finding peaceful solutions to disputes or disagreements between parties.

"Conflict resolution is vital for global peace."

"紛争解決は世界の平和にとって重要です。" (Funsō kaiketsu wa sekai no heiwa ni totte jūyō desu.)
verb B2
/kənˈfɔːrm/
従う (shitagau)

To comply with rules, standards, or laws.

"Students must conform to the school regulations."

"学生は学校の規則に従わなければならない。" (Gakusei wa gakkou no kisoku ni shitagawanakereba naranai.)
confront definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/kənˈfrʌnt/
立ち向かう (tachi muka)

to face someone or something directly, especially in a challenge or conflict

"She had to confront her fears before making the speech."

"彼女はスピーチをする前に恐怖と向き合わなければならなかった。" (Kanojo wa supīchi o suru mae ni kyōfu to mukiawanakereba naranakatta.)
Confrontation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌkɒnfrʌnˈteɪʃən/
対立 (tairitsu)

A hostile or argumentative meeting or situation between opposing parties.

"The protest led to a confrontation with the police."

"抗議活動は警察との対立に繋がった。" (Kōgi katsudō wa keisatsu to no tairitsu ni tsunagatta.)
adjective B2
/kənˈdʒɛstɪd/
渋滞 (jūtai)

Blocked up with too much traffic or crowding.

"The road was congested during rush hour."

"ラッシュアワー中、道路は渋滞していました。" (Rasshu awā-chū, dōro wa jūtai shite imashita.)
congestion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kənˈdʒes.tʃən/
交通渋滞や過剰な人混み (koutsuu juutai ya kajou na hitogomi)

Traffic jam or overcrowded condition in roads or areas where there is excessive presence of vehicles or people.

"Urban congestion leads to longer travel times."

"都市の渋滞は、長時間の移動時間を引き起こします。" (Toshi no juutai wa, nagajikan no idou jikan wo hikiokoshimasu.)
congress definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkɒŋɡrɛs/
会議 (kaigi)

a formal meeting or assembly, especially of representatives for discussion

"The international congress on climate change will be held next year."

"気候変動に関する国際会議は来年開催されます。" (Kikō hendō ni kansuru kokusai kaigi wa rainen kaisai saremasu.)
conjunction definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kənˈdʒʌŋkʃən/
接続詞 (setsuzokushi)

a word used to connect clauses or sentences, or to coordinate words

"The words 'and' and 'but' are common conjunctions."

"'and' と 'but' は一般的な接続詞です。" ('and' to 'but' wa ippanteki na setsuzokushi desu.)
connectivity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˌkɒn.ekˈtɪv.ɪ.ti
接続能力, ネットワーク接続, 相互接続性 (setsuzoku nōryoku, nettowāku setsuzoku, sōgo setsuzokusei)

The state of being connected or interconnected; capacity for the interconnection of platforms, systems, and applications.

"The connectivity in rural areas needs improvement."

"地方の地域では接続性の改善が必要です。" (Chihō no chiiki dewa setsuzokusei no kaizen ga hitsuyō desu.)
conquer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˈkɒŋkər/
征服する (seifuku suru)

To defeat and take control of a place or people by force.

"The king set out to conquer new lands."

"王は新しい土地を征服するために出発した。" (Ō wa atarashī tochi o seifuku suru tame ni shuppatsu shita.)
Conscience definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkɒnʃəns/
良心 (ryōshin)

An inner sense of right and wrong that guides a person's actions.

"Her conscience told her to admit the mistake."

"彼女の良心は彼女に間違いを認めるように言った。" (Kanojo no ryōshin wa kanojo ni machigai o mitomeru yō ni itta.)
conscious definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈkɒnʃəs/
意識的 (ishikiteki)

Aware of and responding to one's surroundings; awake.

"She was fully conscious after the surgery."

"手術後、彼女は完全に意識が戻った。" (Shujutsugo, kanojo wa kanzen ni ishiki ga modotta.)
consciousness definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkɒnʃəsnəs/
意識 (ishiki)

the state of being aware of and able to think about oneself and the environment

"The patient regained consciousness after the surgery."

"手術後、患者は意識を取り戻しました。" (Shujutsugo, kanja wa ishiki o torimodoshimashita.)