Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

charging definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
ˈtʃɑː.dʒɪŋ
充電 (juuden)

The process of supplying electrical energy to recharge a battery or power source.

"Electric vehicle charging stations are increasing in cities."

"電気自動車の充電ステーションは都市で増えています。" (denki jidousha no juuden suteeshon wa toshi de fuete imasu)
Charity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈtʃærəti/
チャリティ / 慈善団体 (charity / jizen dantai)

an organization set up to provide help and raise money for those in need; kindness and tolerance in judging others

"The charity raised funds to support homeless families."

"チャリティはホームレスの家族を支援するために資金を集めました。" (Charity wa hōmuresu no kazoku wo shien suru tame ni shikin wo atsume mashita.)
Charm definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Charm

noun/verb B1
/tʃɑːrm/

the power or quality of delighting or attracting others; to attract or please greatly

"Her smile never fails to charm everyone around her."

charming definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/ˈtʃɑːr.mɪŋ/
魅力的 (miryokuteki)

Very pleasing or delightful in a way that attracts people.

"The village is full of charming little houses."

"その村は魅力的な小さな家で満ちています。" (Sono mura wa miryokuteki na chiisana ie de michiteimasu.)
chart definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/tʃɑːrt/
チャート (chaato)

a sheet of information in the form of a table, graph, or diagram

"The teacher used a chart to explain the statistics."

"教師は統計を説明するためにチャートを使用しました。" (Kyōshi wa tōkei o setsumei suru tame ni chāto o shiyō shimashita.)
ChatGPT definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
ˈtʃæt.dʒiː.piː.tiː
言語ベースの人工知能モデル (ChatGPT)

A language-based artificial intelligence model designed for conversational interactions.

"ChatGPT helps users generate human-like text efficiently."

"ChatGPTはユーザーが効率的に人間のようなテキストを生成するのを助けます。" (ChatGPT wa yūzā ga kōritsuteki ni ningen no yōna tekisuto o seisei suru no o tasukemasu.)
cheater definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈtʃiːtər/
不正者 (fuseisha)

a person who cheats or acts dishonestly to gain an advantage

"He was caught and labeled as a cheater during the exam."

"彼は試験で不正者と呼ばれた。" (kare wa shiken de fuseisha to yobareta)
Cheek definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/tʃiːk/
ほお (hoo)

either side of the face below the eye; impudent boldness

"She kissed him on the cheek."

"彼女は彼のほおにキスをした。" (Kanojo wa kare no hoo ni kisu o shita.)
cheerfully definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B1
/ˈtʃɪəfəli/
陽気に (youkini)

in a happy and positive manner; with visible good spirits

"She greeted everyone cheerfully despite the long day."

"長い一日にもかかわらず、彼女は陽気に皆に挨拶した。" (Nagai ichinichi ni mo kakawarazu kanojo wa youkini mina ni aisatsu shita)
chemical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈkɛmɪkəl/
化学物質 (kagaku busshitsu)

a substance produced by or used in a chemical process

"The factory releases harmful chemicals into the river."

"工場は有害な化学物質を川に放出します。" (Koujou wa yuugai na kagaku busshitsu wo kawa ni houshutsu shimasu.)
chemist definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈkemɪst/
化学者; 薬剤師 (kagakusha; yakuzai-shi)

a scientist who studies chemistry; a person trained to prepare and dispense medicines

"The chemist analyzed the sample to determine its composition."

"化学者は成分を特定するために試料を分析した。" (kagakusha wa seibun o tokutei suru tame ni shiryou o bunseki shita)
chemistry definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈkɛmɪstri/
化学 (kagaku)

the branch of science that studies substances and their interactions; also the emotional connection between people

"They have great chemistry and work well together."

"彼らは素晴らしい化学反応を持ち、一緒にうまく働いています。" (Karera wa subarashī kagaku hannō o mochi, issho ni umaku hataraiteimasu.)
Chest definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/tʃɛst/
胸部 (kyōbu)

the front part of the human body between the neck and the stomach

"He felt a pain in his chest after running."

"走った後、彼は胸部に痛みを感じました。" (Hashitta ato, kare wa kyōbu ni itami o kanjimashita.)
chew definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B1
/tʃuː/
幸せ (shiawase)

to bite food into smaller pieces with your teeth before swallowing it

"You should chew your food properly to help with digestion."

"彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠せませんでした。" (Kanojo wa shō o uketotta toki, jibun no shiawase o kakusemasen deshita.)
chief definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/tʃiːf/
首長 (shuchou)

a leader or person in charge of a group or organization

"The chief of the village made an important decision."

"村の首長は重要な決定を下しました。" (Mura no shuchou wa juuyou na kettei wo kudashimashita.)
adjective B1
/ˈtʃaɪl.dɪʃ/
子供っぽい; 子供のような振る舞いだが大人には不適切 (kodomoppoi; kodomo no you na furumai daga otona ni wa futekisetsu)

immature and silly; behaving in a way that is typical of a child but inappropriate for an adult

"His childish behavior during the meeting was quite embarrassing."

"会議中の彼の子供っぽい行動はかなり恥ずかしいものでした。" (Kaigi-chuu no kare no kodomoppoi koudou wa kanari hazukashii mono deshita.)
Chill definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Chill

verb B1
/tʃɪl/

to make something cold or to relax and take it easy

"We decided to chill at home after a long day."

Chilli Powder definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈtʃɪl.i ˈpaʊ.dər/
チリパウダー (chiri paudā)

a spice made from ground dried chili peppers, used to add heat and flavor to food

"Add two teaspoons of chilli powder to make the dish spicier."

"料理を辛くするためにチリパウダーを小さじ2杯加えてください。" (Ryōri o karaku suru tame ni chiri paudā o chīsaji 2 hai kuwaete kudasai.)
adjective B1
/ˈtʃɪli/
寒い (samui)

uncomfortably or unpleasantly cold

"It was a chilly morning in December."

"12月の寒い朝でした。" (12-gatsu no samui asa deshita.)
Chilly/Chilli definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈtʃɪl.i/
寒い; 辛い唐辛子; (samui, karai tōgarashi)

noticeably cold; a hot-tasting pod of a variety of capsicum, used as a spice

"The chef added red chilli to make the curry spicier."

"シェフはカレーを辛くするために赤いチリを加えました。" (Shefu wa karē o karaku suru tame ni akai chiri o kuwaemashita.)
Chin definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/tʃɪn/
あご (ago)

the part of the face below the mouth

"He rested his chin on his hand while thinking."

"彼は考えながらあごを手に乗せていた。" (Kare wa kangae nagara ago o te ni nosete ita.)
choir definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈkwaɪər/
合唱団 (gasshoudan)

An organized group of singers, typically performing in church services or concerts.

"The choir sang beautifully during the ceremony."

"式典中、合唱団は美しく歌いました。" (Shikiten-chū, gasshoudan wa utsukushiku utaimashita.)
chop definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B1
/tʃɒp/
切る (kiru)

to cut into pieces with quick, heavy blows

"He chopped the onions for the curry."

"彼はカレーのために玉ねぎを切った。" (Kare wa karē no tame ni tamanegi o kitta.)
noun B1
/ˌkrɪstiˈænɪti/
キリスト教 (kirisutokyou)

the religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ

"Christianity has millions of followers around the world."

"キリスト教は世界中に数百万の信者を持っています。" (Kirisutokyou wa sekaijuu ni suubakuman no shinja o motteimasu.)
circumstance definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈsɜːrkəmstæns/
状況 (joukyou)

a fact or condition connected with an event or action

"She handled the difficult circumstances bravely."

"彼女は困難な状況に勇敢に対処しました。" (Kanojo wa konnan na joukyou ni yuukan ni taisho shimashita.)
Circumstances definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈsɜːrkəmstænsɪz/
状況 (joukyou)

the conditions or facts that affect a situation

"She was forced to leave due to financial circumstances."

"彼女は財政的な状況のために去らざるを得なかった。" (Kanojo wa zaiseiteki na joukyou no tame ni sarazaru wo enakatta.)
citizen definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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citizen (シティズン)

noun B1
/ˈsɪtɪzən/
市民 (shimin)

a legally recognized subject or national of a state

"Every citizen has the right to vote."

"すべての市民は投票する権利を持っています。" (Subete no shimin wa tōhyo suru kenri o motteimasu.)
citizens definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈsɪt.ɪ.zənz/
市民 (shimin)

A legally recognized subject or national of a state or commonwealth.

"Citizens must follow pollution regulations."

"市民は汚染規制に従わなければなりません。" (Shimin wa osen kisei ni shitagawanakereba narimasen.)
citizenship definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈsɪtɪzənʃɪp/
市民権 (shimin-ken)

the status of being a recognized member of a state or country, with rights and duties

"He applied for American citizenship after living there for ten years."

"彼はアメリカに10年間住んだ後、アメリカ市民権を申請しました。" (Kare wa Amerika ni 10-nenkan sunda ato, Amerika shimin-ken o shinsei shimashita.)
civil definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/ˈsɪvəl/
市民の (shimin no)

Relating to ordinary citizens and their concerns, or being polite and courteous.

"They settled the matter through civil discussion."

"彼らは市民的な議論を通じて問題を解決しました。" (Karera wa shimin-teki na giron o tsūjite mondai o kaiketsu shimashita.)
civilization definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˌsɪvɪlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
文明 (bunmei)

the stage of human social and cultural development and organization considered most advanced

"Ancient Egypt is known for its remarkable civilization."

"古代エジプトはその優れた文明で知られています。" (Kodai Ejiputo wa sono sugureta bunmei de shirareteimasu.)
civilizations definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
sɪvɪˈlɪzeɪʃənz
文明 (bunmei)

The stage of human social development and organization that is considered most advanced.

"Ancient civilizations developed complex systems of governance."

"古代の文明は複雑な統治システムを発展させました。" (Kodai no bunmei wa fukuzatsu na tochi shisutemu o hatten sasemashita.)
claim definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B1
/kleɪm/
主張する (shuchou suru)

to state something as true, often without proof; to demand ownership or right

"He claimed the prize after winning the competition."

"彼は競技会に勝った後、賞金を主張しました。" (Kare wa kyougikai ni katta ato, shoukin o shuchou shimashita.)
claims definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B1
kleɪmz
命を奪う (inochi o ubau)

To take someone's life, to cause death

"Workplace pollution claims thousands of lives annually."

"職場の汚染は毎年何千もの命を奪います。" (Shokuba no osen wa mainen nanzen mo no inochi o ubaimasu.)
clap definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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clap

verb B1
/klæp/

To strike the palms of the hands together, usually to express approval or create a sharp sound.

"The audience began to clap loudly after the performance."

classic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/ˈklæsɪk/
クラシック, 優れた (kurashikku, sugureta)

Judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality and outstanding of its kind.

"That movie is a classic example of 90s comedy."

"その映画は90年代のコメディのクラシックな例です。" (Sono eiga wa 90 nendai no komedi no kurashikku na rei desu.)
classical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/ˈklæsɪkəl/
古典的または伝統的な (koten teki mata wa dentoteki na)

relating to ancient Greek or Roman culture, or representing traditional excellence in art, music, or literature

"She loves listening to classical music while studying."

"彼女は勉強中にクラシック音楽を聴くのが好きです。" (Kanojo wa benkyō-chū ni kurashikku ongaku o kiku no ga suki desu.)
clerk definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/klɑːrk/
職員 (shokuin)

A person employed in an office or bank to keep records, accounts, and undertake other routine administrative duties.

"The clerk helped me find the correct form."

"職員は私が正しいフォームを見つけるのを手伝ってくれました。" (Shokuin wa watashi ga tadashii fōmu wo mitsukeru no wo tetsudatte kuremashita.)
client definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈklaɪənt/
クライアント (kuraianto)

A person or organization using the services of a professional or company.

"The lawyer met with her client to discuss the case."

"弁護士はクライアントと会ってケースを話し合った" (bengoshi wa kuraianto to atte kēsu o hanashiatta)
cliff definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/klɪf/
(gake)

a high, steep face of rock or earth

"The waves crashed against the bottom of the cliff."

"波は崖の底にぶつかりました。" (Nami wa gake no soko ni butsukarimashita.)
climate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈklaɪ.mət/
気候 (kikou)

The general weather conditions of a region over a long period of time.

"The climate in the desert is very dry and hot."

"砂漠の気候は非常に乾燥していて、暑いです。" (Sabaku no kikou wa hijō ni kansō shite ite, atsui desu.)
climate change definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
ˈklaɪ.mət tʃeɪndʒ
気候変動 (kikou hendou)

Long-term changes in global or regional climate patterns, primarily caused by human activities.

"Climate change has severe impacts on agriculture."

"気候変動は農業に深刻な影響を与えています。" (Kikou hendou wa nōgyō ni shinkoku na eikyō o ataeteimasu.)
clinic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈklɪn.ɪk/
クリニック (kurinikku)

A place where people receive medical treatment without staying overnight.

"She went to the clinic for a health check-up."

"彼女は健康診断のためにクリニックに行った。" (Kanojo wa kenkō shindan no tame ni kurinikku ni itta.)
clip definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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clip

verb, noun B1
/klɪp/

to cut or trim something; a short extract from a film, broadcast, or recording

"She clipped the coupon from the newspaper."

closely definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B1
/ˈkloʊsli/
幸せ (shiawase)

in a way that is very near in space, time, or relationship; carefully and attentively

"The detective examined the evidence closely."

"彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠すことができなかった。" (Kanojo wa shō o uketotta toki, jibun no shiawase o kakusu koto ga dekinakatta.)
Clothes iron definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/kloʊðz ˈaɪərn/
アイロン (airon)

An electric appliance used to remove wrinkles from clothes by applying heat and pressure

"I need to use the clothes iron to make my shirt look neat for the meeting."

"私は会議のためにシャツをきれいに見せるためにアイロンを使う必要があります。" (Watashi wa kaigi no tame ni shatsu o kirei ni miseru tame ni airon o tsukau hitsuyou ga arimasu.)
clue definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/kluː/
手がかり (tegakari)

a piece of evidence or information used in the detection of a crime or solving a puzzle

"The detective found a clue near the window."

"探偵は窓の近くで手がかりを見つけました。" (Tantei wa mado no chikaku de tegakari o mitsukemashita.)
Coast definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb B1
/koʊst/
海岸 (kaigan)

noun: the land along the edge of the sea; verb: to move easily without effort or power

"They walked along the coast enjoying the sea breeze."

"彼らは海風を楽しみながら海岸を歩いていました。" (Karera wa umikaze wo tanoshimi nagara kaigan wo aruiteimashita.)
coastal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/ˈkəʊstəl/
海岸の (kaigan no)

relating to or near a coast or shoreline

"They built a resort in a coastal area."

"彼らは海岸の地域にリゾートを建てました。" (Karera wa kaigan no chiiki ni rizōto o tatemashita.)
cocktail definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈkɒkˌteɪl/
カクテル (kakuteru)

a mixed drink typically containing alcohol and other ingredients.

"She ordered a cocktail at the bar."

"彼女はバーでカクテルを注文した。" (Kanojo wa bā de kakuteru o chuumon shita.)