Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

gaffe definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ɡæf/
失敗 (shippai)

An unintentional act or remark causing embarrassment; a blunder.

"The politician's gaffe quickly spread on social media."

"政治家の失敗はすぐにソーシャルメディアで広まりました。" (Seijika no shippai wa sugu ni soosharu media de hiromarimashita.)
Gaiety definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈɡeɪəti/
楽しさ (tanoshisa)

The state of being cheerful, lively, or full of fun.

"The festival was full of music, laughter, and gaiety."

"祭りは音楽、笑い、そして楽しさでいっぱいでした。" (Matsuri wa ongaku, warai, soshite tanoshisa de ippai deshita.)
Gaily definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb C1
/ˈɡeɪli/
陽気に (yōki ni)

In a cheerful or lively way.

"Children ran gaily through the garden."

"子供たちは陽気に庭を駆け回った。" (Kodomotachi wa yōki ni niwa o kakemawatta.)
gait definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ɡeɪt/
歩き方 (arukikata)

A person's manner of walking.

"His slow gait showed that he was tired."

"彼の遅い歩き方は、彼が疲れていることを示していた。" (Kare no osoi arukikata wa, kare ga tsukarete iru koto o shimeshite ita.)
galactic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
ɡəˈlæktɪk
銀河に関連する (ginga ni kanren suru)

Of or relating to a galaxy or galaxies.

"The galactic phenomena observed by the telescope were mesmerizing."

"望遠鏡で観測された銀河系の現象は魅力的でした。" (Bōenkyō de kansoku sareta ginga kei no genshō wa miryokuteki deshita.)
Gale definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Gale

noun C1
/ɡeɪl/

A very strong wind.

"The ship struggled to stay afloat during the gale."

adjective C1
/ˈɡæl.ənt/
勇敢な, 英雄的な (yūkan na, eiyū-teki na)

Brave, heroic, or chivalrous.

"The gallant firefighter saved the child from the burning building."

"その勇敢な消防士は燃えている建物から子供を助けました。" (Sono yūkan na shōbōshi wa moeteiru tatemono kara kodomo o tasukemashita.)
noun C1
/ˈɡæloʊz/
絞首台 (kōshudai)

A structure used for hanging criminals who have been sentenced to death.

"The criminal was led to the gallows at dawn."

"犯人は夜明けに絞首台に連れて行かれた。" (Hannin wa yoake ni kōshudai ni tsurete ikareta.)
galore definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective/adverb C1
/ɡəˈlɔːr/
豊富な (hōfu na)

In large amounts; abundant or plentiful.

"There were books galore in the old library."

"古い図書館には豊富な本がありました。" (Furui toshokan ni wa hōfu na hon ga arimashita.)
verb C1
/ˈɡælvənaɪz/

to shock or excite someone into taking action; to coat iron or steel with a protective layer of zinc

"The speech galvanized the crowd into action."

noun C1
/ˈɡæmbɪt/
ギャンビット (gyanbitto)

a calculated move or remark intended to gain an advantage, especially in chess or conversation

"His opening gambit in the debate caught everyone by surprise."

"彼の討論でのギャンビットは、みんなを驚かせました。" (Kare no tōron de no gyanbitto wa, minna o odorokasemashita.)
gamut definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈɡæm.ət/
完全な範囲 (kanzenna han'i)

The complete range or scope of something.

"Her emotions ran the gamut from joy to sorrow in just a few minutes."

"彼女の感情は、数分で喜びから悲しみへと広がった。" (Kanojo no kanjō wa, su-fun de yorokobi kara kanashimi e to hirogatta.)
gape definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ɡeɪp/
口をあんぐり開ける (kuchi wo anguri akeru)

To stare with an open mouth in wonder or shock; to open wide.

"The tourists gaped at the towering skyscraper."

"観光客は高層ビルに口をあんぐり開けて見入っていました。" (Kankoukyaku wa kousou biru ni kuchi wo anguri akete miittemashita.)
Garland definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈɡɑːr.lənd/
花冠; ガーランド; (hanakan, gārando)

a wreath of flowers and leaves, worn on the head or hung as decoration

"The bride wore a beautiful floral garland during the traditional ceremony."

"花嫁は伝統的な式典で美しい花の冠を身に着けていました。" (Hanayome wa dentōteki na shikiten de utsukushī hana no kanmuri o mi ni tsukete imashita.)
garner definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈɡɑː.nər/
集める (atsumeru)

To gather or collect, especially information, support, or approval.

"The politician garnered support from young voters."

"政治家は若い有権者から支持を集めた。" (Seiji-ka wa wakai yūken-sha kara shiji o atsumeta.)
garnish definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈɡɑː.nɪʃ/
飾る (kazaru)

To decorate food with small items for added flavor or visual appeal.

"She garnished the dish with fresh coriander leaves."

"彼女は新鮮なコリアンダーの葉で料理を飾りました。" (Kanojo wa shinsen na koriandā no ha de ryōri o kazarimashita.)
noun C1
/ˈɡær.ɪ.sən/
駐屯地 (chūtonchi)

A body of troops stationed in a particular location, usually to defend it.

"The garrison defended the fortress against the invaders."

"駐屯地は侵略者に対して要塞を守った。" (Chūtonchi wa shinryakusha ni taishite yōsai o mamotta.)
gaseous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈɡæsiəs/
気体の (kitai no)

Relating to or having the form of gas.

"Carbon dioxide is a gaseous substance."

"二酸化炭素は気体の物質です。" (Nisankatanso wa kitai no busshitsu desu.)
noun/verb C1
/ɡæʃ/
深い切り傷 (fukai kirikizu)

A long, deep cut or wound; to cut deeply or violently.

"He had a deep gash on his leg after the accident."

"事故の後、彼の足には深い切り傷があった。" (Jiko no ato, kare no ashi ni wa fukai kirikizu ga atta.)
adjective C1
/ˈɡæstrɪk/
胃の / 胃の問題 (i no / i no mondai)

Relating to the stomach.

"She was prescribed medicine for her gastric problems."

"彼女は胃の問題のために薬を処方されました。" (Kanojo wa i no mondai no tame ni kusuri o shohou saremashita.)
gastrointestinal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
ˌɡæs.troʊ.ɪnˈtes.tɪ.nəl
胃腸の (ichou no)

Relating to the stomach and intestines.

"Spicy food can cause gastrointestinal issues."

"辛い食べ物は胃腸に問題を引き起こすことがあります。" (Karai tabemono wa ichou ni mondai o hikiokosu koto ga arimasu.)
noun C1
/ɡæsˈtrɒnəmi/
食文化 (shokubunka)

The art or science of good eating and fine cuisine.

"Paris is famous for its rich tradition of gastronomy."

"パリはその豊かなガストロノミーの伝統で有名です。" (Pari wa sono yutaka na gasutoronomī no dentō de yūmei desu.)
Gauge definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ɡeɪdʒ/
測定する (sokutei suru)

to measure, estimate, or determine the magnitude, amount, or capacity of something

"The mechanic gauged the pressure in the car tires."

"メカニックは車のタイヤの圧力を測定した。" (Mekanik wa kuruma no taiya no atsuryoku o sokutei shita.)
gaunt definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ɡɔːnt/
痩せこけた (yasekoketa)

extremely thin, bony, and haggard in appearance, often due to hunger or illness

"After weeks of illness, he looked pale and gaunt."

"何週間もの病気の後、彼は青白くて痩せこけて見えた。" (Nan shūkan mono byōki no ato, kare wa aoshiroくて yasekokete mieta.)
Gazette definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ɡəˈzɛt/
公報 (kouhou)

An official journal, newspaper, or publication, especially one issued by a government.

"The law was published in the government gazette."

"その法律は政府の公報に掲載されました。" (Sono houritsu wa seifu no kouhou ni keisai saremashita.)
noun C1
/ˌdʒiːniˈælədʒi/
系図学 (keizugaku)

The study and tracing of lines of descent or family history.

"She spent years researching her family's genealogy."

"彼女は家族の系図学を研究するのに何年も費やしました。" (Kanojo wa kazoku no keizugaku o kenkyū suru no ni nan-nen mo費やしました.)
generality definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌdʒenəˈræləti/
一般性 (ippan-sei)

A vague, non-specific statement or principle that applies broadly.

"The speech was full of generalities and lacked concrete details."

"スピーチは一般的な内容で、具体的な詳細が欠けていました。" (Supīchi wa ippan-teki na naiyō de, gutai-teki na shōsai ga kakete imashita.)
generalize definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈdʒenərəlaɪz/
一般化する (ippan-ka suru)

To make a broad statement by inferring from specific cases.

"It is wrong to generalize based on a few experiences."

"いくつかの経験に基づいて一般化するのは間違っています。" (Ikutsuka no keiken ni motozuite ippan-ka suru no wa machigatte imasu.)
generic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/dʒəˈnɛrɪk/
ジェネリック (jenerikku)

characteristic of or relating to a whole group or class; not specific

"This medicine is available in generic form."

"この薬はジェネリックの形態で提供されています。" (Kono kusuri wa jenerikku no keitai de teikyō sareteimasu.)
genesis definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈdʒɛnəsɪs/
起源 (kigen)

the origin or beginning of something

"The book explores the genesis of modern technology."

"この本は現代技術の起源を探求しています。" (Kono hon wa gendai gijutsu no kigen o tankyū shiteimasu.)
genetic modification definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
dʒəˈnɛt.ɪk ˌmɒd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən
遺伝子改変 (idenshi kaizen)

The process of altering the genetic code of plants or animals.

"Genetic modification enhances crop resistance to pests and diseases."

"遺伝子改変は作物の害虫や病気に対する耐性を高めます。" (Idenshi kaizen wa sakumotsu no gaichū ya byōki ni taisuru taisei o takamemasu.)
genial definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈdʒiː.ni.əl/
親切 (shinsetsu)

friendly, cheerful, and pleasant

"She greeted us with a genial smile."

"彼女は親切な笑顔で私たちを迎えました。" (Kanojo wa shinsetsu na egao de watashitachi o mukaemashita.)
genital definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈdʒen.ɪ.təl/
生殖器に関連する (seishokuki ni kanren suru)

relating to the reproductive organs

"The doctor explained the importance of genital hygiene."

"医師は生殖器の衛生の重要性を説明しました。" (Ishi wa seishokuki no eisei no jūyōsei o setsumei shimashita.)
genocide definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈdʒɛnəˌsaɪd/
ジェノサイド (jenosaido)

the deliberate killing of a large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group with the aim of destroying that nation or group

"The genocide in Rwanda led to the deaths of hundreds of thousands."

"ルワンダでのジェノサイドは、何十万人もの死者を出しました。" (Rwanda de no jenosaido wa, nanjūman nin mo no shisha o dashimashita.)
noun C1
/ˈdʒɛntri/
上流社会 (jōryū shakai)

People of good social position, usually of high birth or wealthy landowners

"The gentry of the town gathered for the annual ball."

"町の上流社会の人々は年次の舞踏会に集まりました。" (Machi no jōryū shakai no hitobito wa nenji no butōkai ni atsumarimashita.)
genus definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈdʒiː.nəs/
(shoku)

a category in biological classification ranking above species and below family

"The tiger belongs to the genus Panthera."

"トラはパンサー属に属します。" (Tora wa Pansā shoku ni zokushimasu.)
geological structure definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˌdʒiːəˈlɒdʒɪkəl ˈstrʌktʃər
地質構造 (chishitsu kouzou)

The arrangement and composition of rocks, minerals, and landforms in the Earth's crust.

"Scientists will study the Moon's geological structure."

"科学者たちは月の地質構造を研究します。" (Kagakusha-tachi wa tsuki no chishitsu kouzou o kenkyuu shimasu.)
geriatric society definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˌdʒɛriˈætrɪk səˈsaɪəti
高齢者社会 (kōreisha shakai)

A society or community where elderly people make up a large proportion of the population

"A geriatric society demands specialized healthcare systems."

"高齢者社会には、専門的な医療システムが必要です。" (Kōreisha shakai ni wa, senmon-teki na iryō shisutemu ga hitsuyō desu.)
noun C1
/ˌdʒɛr.iˈætrɪks/
老年医学 (rōnen igaku)

the branch of medicine dealing with the health and care of old people

"He specialized in geriatrics to care for the elderly."

"彼は高齢者の世話をするために、老年医学を専門にしました。" (Kare wa kōreisha no sewa o suru tame ni, rōnen igaku o senmon ni shimashita.)
verb C1
/ˈdʒɜːrmɪneɪt/
幸福 (kōfuku)

To begin to grow or develop, especially referring to a seed.

"The seeds germinate quickly in moist soil."

"彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸福を隠せなかった。" (Kanojo wa shō o uketotta toki, jibun no kōfuku o kakusenakatta.)
gerontology definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌdʒerənˈtɑːlədʒi/
ジェロントロジー (jerontorojī)

The scientific study of old age and the process of aging.

"She chose to specialize in gerontology after completing medical school."

"彼女は医学部を卒業した後、ジェロントロジーに特化することを決めました。" (Kanojo wa igakubu o sotsugyō shita ato, jerontorojī ni tokka suru koto o kimemashita.)
gestation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/dʒɛˈsteɪʃən/
妊娠 (ninshin)

the process of carrying or being carried in the womb between conception and birth; the development of an idea or plan

"The gestation period of an elephant is nearly two years."

"象の妊娠期間はほぼ2年です。" (Zō no ninshin kikan wa hobo 2-nen desu.)
noun C1
/ˈɡaɪ.zər/
間欠泉 (kanketsusen)

A natural hot spring that intermittently ejects a column of water and steam into the air.

"The geyser erupted, shooting water high into the sky."

"そのガイザーが噴火し、水を空高く吹き上げました。" (Sono gaizā ga funka shi, mizu o sora takaku fukiagemashita.)
adjective C1
/ˈɡæst.li/
恐ろしい (osoroshii)

Causing great horror or fear; very unpleasant.

"The crime scene was a ghastly sight."

"犯罪現場は恐ろしい光景だった。" (Hanzai genba wa osoroshī kōkei datta.)
giddy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈɡɪdi/
目眩, とても興奮している (mokunen, totemo kōfun shite iru)

Feeling dizzy or light-headed; also overly excited and frivolous.

"She felt giddy after spinning around so many times."

"彼女は何度も回った後、目が回った。" (Kanojo wa nando mo mawatta ato, me ga mawatta.)
Gist definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/dʒɪst/
要点 (yōten)

the main or essential part of a matter; the central idea

"The gist of his speech was about unity and cooperation."

"彼のスピーチの要点は団結と協力についてでした。" (Kare no supīchi no yōten wa danketsu to kyōryoku ni tsuite deshita.)
glacial definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈɡleɪʃəl/
氷または氷河に関連する (kōri mata wa hyōga ni kanren suru)

relating to ice or glaciers; extremely cold or unfriendly

"The mountains were covered in glacial ice."

"山々は氷河の氷で覆われていました。" (Yamiyama wa hyōga no kōri de ōwarete imashita.)
verb C1
/ˈɡlædən/
喜ばせる (yorokobaseru)

to make someone happy or bring joy

"The news of her recovery gladdened everyone."

"彼女の回復のニュースは皆を喜ばせました。" (Kanojo no kaifuku no nyūsu wa mina o yorokobasemashita.)
noun C1
/ˈɡlædiˌeɪtər/
グラディエーター (guradiētā)

A man trained to fight in public contests in ancient Rome.

"The gladiator fought bravely in the arena."

"グラディエーターはアリーナで勇敢に戦いました。" (guradiētā wa arīna de yūkan ni tatakaimashita.)
glaring definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈɡlɛrɪŋ/
輝かしい / 明白な (kagayakashii / meihaku na)

Extremely obvious or shining intensely.

"There was a glaring mistake in the report."

"レポートには明らかな間違いがありました。" (Repōto ni wa meihaku na machigai ga arimashita.)