Vokabulare

Englisches Vokabelwörterbuch | Wortbedeutungen, Definitionen & Beispiele

global initiatives definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˈɡloʊbəl ɪˈnɪʃətɪvz
グローバルなイニシアティブ (gurobaru na inishiatibu)

Worldwide efforts or programs aimed at addressing global challenges or achieving common goals.

"Global initiatives inspire better waste management practices."

"グローバルなイニシアティブは、より良い廃棄物管理の実践を奨励しています。" (Gurobaru na inishiatibu wa, yori yoi haikimotsu kanri no jissen wo shourei shiteimasu.)
global peace definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡləʊ.bəl piːs/
地球規模の平和 (chikyū kibo no heiwa)

Worldwide harmony and absence of conflict between nations.

"Global peace requires collective efforts."

"地球規模の平和には集団的な努力が必要です。" (Chikyū kibo no heiwa niwa shūdanteki na doryoku ga hitsuyōdesu.)
globalization definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌɡloʊbəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
グローバリゼーション (gurobarizēshon)

the process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale

"Globalization has led to increased trade between countries."

"グローバリゼーションは国々間の貿易の増加をもたらしました。" (Gurōbarizēshon wa kuniguni kan no bōeki no zōka o motarashimashita.)
Globe definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɡloʊb/
地球儀 (chikyūgi)

a spherical model of Earth or another planet; the world itself

"Students used a globe to study the continents."

"学生たちは大陸を学ぶために地球儀を使いました。" (Gakuseitachi wa tairiku o manabu tame ni chikyūgi o tsukaimashita.)
gloomy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈɡluːmi/
陰鬱な (インイツナ)

Dark or poorly lit, making it hard to see; also refers to being sad or pessimistic.

"The room was gloomy after the storm."

"嵐の後、部屋は陰鬱だった。" (Arashi no ato, heya wa in'utsu datta.)
Glorious definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈɡlɔː.ri.əs/
栄光 (eikou)

having great beauty, magnificence, or deserving admiration and praise

"It was a glorious day filled with sunshine and joy."

"それは栄光の日で、太陽と喜びに満ちていました。" (Sore wa eikou no hi de, taiyō to yorokobi ni michite imashita.)
Glory definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡlɔːri/
栄光 (eikou)

great honor, praise, or fame achieved by doing something remarkable

"The athlete won glory for his country with his performance."

"アスリートはそのパフォーマンスで国に栄光をもたらした。" (Asurīto wa sono pafōmansu de kuni ni eikou o motarashita.)
adjective B2
/ˈɡlɒsi/
光沢のある (kōtaku no aru)

Shiny and smooth in appearance; attractive on the surface but sometimes lacking depth.

"She bought a glossy magazine from the store."

"彼女は店で光沢のある雑誌を買いました。" (Kanojo wa mise de kōtaku no aru zasshi o kaimashita.)
verb B2
/ɡloʊ/
輝く (kagayaku)

To shine with a steady light, often softly; to radiate warmth or happiness.

"The lanterns glowed softly in the dark."

"ランタンが暗闇の中で柔らかく光っていた。" (Rantan ga kurayami no naka de yawarakaku hikatte ita.)
goal-oriented definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ɡəʊl ɔːˈrɪəntɪd/
目標指向 (mokuhyō shikō)

Focused on achieving specific objectives or targets; driven by clear aims.

"Being goal-oriented is crucial for achieving success."

"目標指向であることは成功を達成するために重要です。" (Mokuhyō shikō de aru koto wa seikō o tassei suru tame ni jūyō desu.)
noun B2
/ɡoʊl ˈsɛt.ɪŋ/
目標設定 (mokuhyou settei)

The process of identifying something that you want to accomplish and establishing measurable objectives to achieve it.

"Effective goal-setting helps individuals stay focused and motivated."

"効果的な目標設定は、個人が集中し、モチベーションを保つのに役立ちます。" (Koukateki na mokuhyou settei wa, kojin ga shuuchuu shi, mochibeeshon o tamotsu no ni yakudachimasu.)
Gold fish definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɡoʊld fɪʃ/
金魚 (kingyo)

a small ornamental freshwater fish with golden or orange coloration, commonly kept as a pet

"The goldfish swam in circles around its glass bowl."

"金魚はガラスの鉢の中をぐるぐる泳いでいました。" (kingyo wa garasu no hachi no naka o guruguru oyoideimashita)
Gold ring definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɡoʊld rɪŋ/
金の指輪 (kin no yubiwa)

a circular band of gold worn as jewelry, typically on a finger

"He gave her a beautiful gold ring for their anniversary."

"彼は彼らの記念日に美しい金の指輪を彼女に渡しました。" (Kare wa karera no kinenbi ni utsukushii kin no yubiwa o kanojo ni watashimashita.)
Goods train definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɡʊdz treɪn/
貨物列車 (kāmotsu ressha)

a train designed to transport cargo and freight rather than passengers

"The long goods train carried containers from the port to the inland depot."

"長い貨物列車が港から内陸の倉庫までコンテナを運んだ。" (nagai kamotsu ressha ga minato kara nairiku no sōko made kontera o hakonda.)
noun B2
/ˈɡuːs.ber.i/
グーズベリー (gūsuberī)

a small round green or red berry that grows on a thorny bush

"Gooseberries are rich in vitamin C and make excellent jams."

"グーズベリーはビタミンCが豊富で、優れたジャムを作ります。" (gūsuberī wa bitamin C ga hōfu de, sugureta jamu o tsukurimasu)
govern definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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govern

verb B2
/ˈɡʌv.ən/

to control, direct, or strongly influence the actions and behavior of others, especially through laws or authority

"The country is governed by a coalition of parties."

governance definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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governance

noun B2
/ˈɡʌvərnəns/

the action or manner of governing a state, organization, or people

"Good governance is key to building a strong, prosperous nation."

governor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡʌvərnər/
知事 (chiji)

An official appointed or elected to govern a state, territory, or organization.

"The governor addressed the citizens about the upcoming election."

"知事は市民に来たる選挙について話しました。" (Chiji wa shimin ni kitaru senkyo ni tsuite hanashimashita.)
Gown definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɡaʊn/
ガウン (gaun)

a long dress, typically worn on formal occasions; a loose robe worn for comfort or in professional settings

"She looked elegant in her evening gown at the graduation ceremony."

"彼女は卒業式でイブニングガウンを着てエレガントに見えた。" (Kanojo wa sotsugyoshiki de ibuningu gaun o kite ereganto ni mieta.)
grace definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɡreɪs/
優雅, エレガンス (yūga, eregansu)

simple elegance or refined movement; goodwill and kindness

"She moved with grace across the stage."

"彼女は舞台を優雅に歩いた。" (Kanojo wa butai o yūga ni aruita.)
adjective B2
/ˈɡreɪs.fəl/
優雅な; 滑らかな; 洗練された; 動きや振る舞いの美しさを持つ (yūgana; namerakana; senrensareta; ugoki ya furumai no utsukushisa o motsu)

elegant; smooth; refined; having beauty of movement or manner

"The dancer moved with graceful elegance."

"ダンサーは優雅に動きました。" (Dansā wa yūgana ni ugokimashita.)
adjective B2
/ˈɡreɪʃəs/
優雅 (yuuga)

Courteous, kind, and pleasant, especially to someone of lower status.

"The hostess was very gracious to all her guests."

"ホステスはすべてのゲストにとても優雅でした。" (Hosutesu wa subete no gesuto ni totemo yuuga deshita.)
gradual definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈɡrædʒ.u.əl/
段階的な; 徐々の; 進行中の; (dankai-teki na; jojo no; shinkōchū no;)

happening slowly over time; step by step; progressive;

"The gradual change in weather was barely noticeable."

"天気の徐々の変化はほとんど気づかれなかった。" (Tenki no jojo no henka wa hotondo kizukarenakatta.)
graduated definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈɡrædʒuˌeɪtɪd/
段階的な / 卒業した (dankai-teki na / sotsugyō shita)

Arranged in steps, levels, or stages; having completed a course of study and received a degree

"The scientist used a graduated cylinder to measure the liquid precisely."

"科学者は液体を正確に測定するためにグラジュエイテッドシリンダーを使用しました。" (Kagakusha wa ekitai o seikaku ni sokutei suru tame ni gurajuēteddoshirindā o shiyō shimashita.)
Grain definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɡreɪn/
穀物 (kokumotsu)

a small hard seed of a cereal plant such as wheat or rice; a tiny particle of a substance

"A grain of rice fell off the plate."

"一粒の米が皿から落ちた。" (Hitotsubu no kome ga sara kara ochita.)
Gram definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɡræm/
ひよこ豆 (hiyokodou)

chickpea; a leguminous plant and its edible seed

"She cooked gram curry for lunch today."

"今日は昼食にひよこ豆カレーを作りました。" (Kyou wa chuushoku ni hiyokodou karee o tsukurimashita.)
grant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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grant

verb B2
/ɡrænt/

To give or allow something, usually in an official or formal way.

"The university granted him a scholarship for his excellent results."

Graphic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈɡræf.ɪk/

Relating to visual art, especially involving drawing, design, or vivid description.

"The movie contained graphic scenes of violence."

graphics definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡræfɪks/
グラフィックス (gurafikkusu)

visual images, designs, or drawings used to convey information or artistic expression

"The website uses stunning graphics to attract visitors."

"そのウェブサイトは訪問者を引き付けるために素晴らしいグラフィックスを使用しています。" (Sono uebusaito wa hōmon-sha o hiki tsukeru tame ni subarashī gurafikkusu o shiyō shiteimasu.)
grasp definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ɡrɑːsp/
しっかりとつかむまたは完全に理解する (shikkari to tsukamu matawa kanzen ni rikai suru)

to take hold of something firmly or to understand something completely

"He grasped the handle tightly."

"彼はハンドルをしっかり握った。" (Kare wa handoru o shikkari nigitta.)
Grass-hopper definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡræs.hɒp.ər/
バッタ (batta)

a jumping insect with long hind legs that feeds on grass and plants

"The grasshopper jumped from one leaf to another."

"バッタは一枚の葉から別の葉へ跳びました。" (Batta wa ichi-mai no ha kara betsu no ha e tobimashita.)
adjective B2
/ˈɡræs.i/
草の生えた (gurasshii)

covered with grass; resembling grass in color; green like grass

"The grassy field stretched as far as the eye could see."

"草原は視界の彼方まで広がっていた。" (sougen wa shikai no kanata made hirogatte ita)
noun B2
/ˈɡreɪt.fəl.nəs/
感謝 (kansha)

the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for kindness

"She expressed her gratefulness to the doctors who saved her life."

"彼女は彼女の命を救ってくれた医師たちに感謝の気持ちを表現しました。" (kanojo wa kanojo no inochi o sukunatte kureta ishi-tachi ni kansha no kimochi o hyōgen shimashita.)
gratitude definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡrætɪˌtjuːd/
感謝 (kansha)

The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and return kindness.

"She expressed her gratitude to the team for their support."

"彼女はチームのサポートに感謝の気持ちを表しました。" (Kanojo wa chiimu no sapōto ni kansha no kimochi o arawashimashita.)
Grave definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, adjective B2
/ɡreɪv/
(haka)

A place where someone is buried; also used to describe something serious or solemn.

"He visited his grandfather's grave every year."

"彼は毎年祖父の墓を訪れていました。" (Kare wa mainen sofu no haka o otozurete imashita.)
Graveyard definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡreɪv.jɑːrd/
墓地 (bochi)

an area of land set aside for burial of the dead; a cemetery

"The old graveyard near the church dates back to the 18th century."

"教会近くの古い墓地は18世紀にさかのぼります。" (Kyōkai chikaku no furui bochi wa 18 seiki ni sakanoborimasu.)
gravity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡrævəti/

The natural force that attracts objects toward the center of the earth; seriousness or importance.

"Gravity keeps us from floating into space."

verb B2
/ɡreɪz/
幸福 (kōfuku)

To feed on grass; to touch or scrape lightly while passing.

"The cows graze in the meadow every morning."

"彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸福を隠せませんでした。" (Kanojo wa shō o uketotta toki, jibun no kōfuku o kakusemasendeshita.)
noun/verb B2
/ˈɡreɪzɪŋ/
草を食べる (kusa o taberu)

The act of animals eating grass in a field; also lightly touching or scraping against something.

"Cows were grazing peacefully in the meadow."

"牛たちは牧草地で平和に草を食べていました。" (Ushitachi wa bokusōchi de heiwa ni kusa o tabete imashita.)
noun B2
/ɡriːd/
貪欲 (tanyoku)

intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth, power, or food

"His greed for money led him to make unethical business decisions."

"お金に対する貪欲は、彼に非倫理的なビジネス判断をさせた。" (Okane ni taisuru tanyoku wa, kare ni hinri teki na bijinesu handan o saseta.)
Green Chili definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɡriːn ˈtʃɪl.i/
青唐辛子 (ao tōgarashi)

unripe chili pepper that is green in color and has a spicy taste

"She added chopped green chili to the salad for extra heat."

"彼女はサラダに追加の辛さを加えるために切った青唐辛子を加えた。" (Kanojo wa sarada ni tsuika no karasa o kuwaeru tame ni kitta ao tōgarashi o kuwaeta.)
green energy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌɡriːn ˈen.ə.dʒi/
グリーンエネルギー (guriin enerugii)

Energy derived from renewable sources that have minimal environmental impact.

"Green energy reduces environmental harm."

"グリーンエネルギーは環境へのダメージを減らします。" (Guriin enerugī wa kankyō e no damēji o herashimasu.)
greenhouse definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡriːnhaʊs/
温室 (onshitsu)

a glass building used for growing plants, especially in cold climates

"The farmers built a large greenhouse to grow tomatoes in the winter."

"農家は冬にトマトを育てるために大きな温室を建てました。" (Nōka wa fuyu ni tomato o sodateru tame ni ōkina onshitsu o tatemashita.)
greenhouse effect definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˈɡriːn.haʊs ɪˌfɛkt
温室効果 (onshitsu kōka)

The trapping of the sun's warmth in a planet's lower atmosphere due to the greater transparency of the atmosphere to visible radiation from the sun than to infrared radiation emitted from the planet's surface.

"The greenhouse effect is increasing global temperatures."

"温室効果は地球の温暖化を加速させています。" (Onshitsu kōka wa chikyū no ondanka o kasoku saseteimasu.)
Greens definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɡriːnz/
葉物野菜 (hamono yasai)

Leafy vegetables such as spinach, lettuce, and cabbage

"Eating greens is important for good health."

"葉物野菜を食べることは健康にとって重要です。" (Hamono yasai o taberu koto wa kenkō ni totte jūyō desu.)
grid definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɡrɪd/
グリッド (guriddo)

a network of lines that cross each other to form a series of squares or rectangles

"The map is overlaid on a grid to help identify locations."

"地図は位置を特定するのに役立つようにグリッド上に重ねられています。" (Chizu wa ichi o tokutei suru no ni yakudatsu yō ni guriddo-jō ni kasanerareteimasu.)
Grief definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɡriːf/
悲しみ (kanashimi)

Deep sorrow, especially caused by someone's death.

"She was overcome with grief after her father's passing."

"彼女は父親の死後、悲しみに打ちひしがれていた。" (Kanojo wa chichioya no shigo, kanashimi ni uchi hisigarete ita.)
verb B2
/ɡriːv/
悲しむ (kanashimu)

To feel or cause deep sorrow, especially due to someone's death.

"She continues to grieve the loss of her best friend."

"彼女は最愛の友人を失って悲しみ続けています。" (Kanojo wa saiai no yūjin o ushinatte kanashimi tsudzuketeimasu.)
adjective B2
/ɡrɪm/
厳しい (kibishii)

very serious or gloomy in appearance or outlook

"The future looked grim after the disaster."

"災害後、未来は厳しく見えた。" (Saigai go, mirai wa kibishiku mieta.)
grin definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb, noun B2
/ɡrɪn/
歯を見せて広く笑う (ha o misete hiroku warau)

to smile broadly, often showing teeth

"She grinned happily at the good news."

"彼女は良いニュースを聞いてうれしそうに笑った。" (Kanojo wa yoi nyūsu o kiite ureshisō ni waratta.)