Vocabularios

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laboratories definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˈlæbrətɔːriz
実験室 (jikken-shitsu)

A room or building equipped for scientific experiments, research, or teaching, or for the manufacture of drugs or chemicals.

"Advanced laboratories enabled groundbreaking discoveries."

"先進的な実験室は画期的な発見を可能にしました。" (Senshin-tekina jikken-shitsu wa kakkiteki na hakken o kanō ni shimashita.)
laborer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈleɪbərər/
労働者 (roudousha)

a person who does physical work, especially work that requires strength rather than skill

"The laborer worked long hours at the construction site."

"その労働者は建設現場で長時間働いた。" (Sono roudousha wa kensetsu genba de choujikan hataraita)
Labourer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈleɪ.bər.ər/
労働者 (roudousha)

a person who does unskilled physical work for wages

"The labourer worked hard all day at the construction site."

"労働者は建設現場で一日中一生懸命働きました。" (Roudousha wa kensetsu genba de ichinichijuu isshoukenmei hatarakimashita)
Lace definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb B2
/leɪs/
レース, 靴ひも (re-su, kutsu himo)

a delicate fabric made of threads; or to fasten or tie with a lace

"She laced up her shoes before leaving."

"彼女は出かける前に靴ひもを結んだ。" (Kanojo wa dekakeru mae ni kutsu himo o musunda.)
adjective B2
/ˈlækɪŋ/
不足 (fusoku)

not having enough of something; missing

"His report was lacking in detail."

"彼の報告書には詳細が欠けていた。" (Kare no hōkokusho ni wa shōsai ga kakete ita.)
adjective B2
/leɪm/
足が不自由; 病気 (Ashi ga fujiyū; byōki)

unable to walk normally because of an injury or illness affecting the leg or foot; weak and unconvincing

"The injured horse was lame and couldn't walk properly."

"怪我をした馬は足を引きずり、正常に歩くことができなかった。" (Kega o shita uma wa ashi o hikizuri, seijō ni aruku koto ga dekinakatta.)
Land lord definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlænd.lɔːrd/
家主 (yanushi)

a person who owns property and rents it to tenants

"The landlord collected the monthly rent from all tenants."

"家主はすべての借家人から月々の家賃を徴収しました。" (Yanushi wa subete no shakuyanin kara tsuki tsuki no yachin o chōshū shimashita.)
noun B2
/ˈlænd.fɪl/
埋立地 (umetatechi)

a site where waste material is buried under the ground

"The city built a new landfill to manage its growing waste problem."

"その都市は増え続ける廃棄物問題を解決するために新しい埋立地を作りました。" (Sono toshi wa fue tsudzukeru haikibutsu mondai o kaiketsu suru tame ni atarashii umetatechi o tsukurimashita.)
Landing definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlændɪŋ/
着陸 (chakuriku)

the act of coming down to the ground or a surface from the air

"The plane made a smooth landing on the runway."

"飛行機は滑走路にスムーズに着陸した。" (hikōki wa kassōro ni sumūzu ni chakuriku shita.)
noun B2
/ˈlænd.leɪ.di/
女主人 (onnajyurin)

a woman who rents out land, a building, or accommodation; a female property owner

"The friendly landlady provided fresh towels and showed us around the apartment."

"親切な女主人は新しいタオルを提供し、私たちにアパートを案内してくれました。" (Shinsetsuna onnajyurin wa atarashī taoru o teikyō shi, watashitachi ni apāto o annai shite kuremashita.)
Landlord definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlændlɔːrd/
家主 (iemushi)

A person who owns and rents out land, buildings, or accommodation.

"The landlord increased the rent for all tenants this year."

"今年、家主はすべての入居者の家賃を上げました。" (Kotoshi, iemushi wa subete no nyūkyo-sha no yachin o agemashita.)
landmark definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlændmɑːrk/
ランドマーク (randōmāku)

A recognizable object or structure that serves as a point of reference, or an event marking an important stage.

"The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark in Paris."

"エッフェル塔はパリの有名なランドマークです。" (Efferu-tō wa Pari no yūmei na randōmāku desu.)
Lantern definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlæn.tərn/
ランタン (rantan)

a portable lamp with a protective covering, often used outdoors

"We carried a lantern during our camping trip."

"私たちはキャンプの旅行中にランタンを持っていました。" (Watashitachi wa kyampu no ryokōchū ni rantan o motte imashita.)
Lap definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb B2
/læp/
幸せ (shiawase)

As noun: the flat area between the waist and knees of a seated person; As verb: to drink liquid with the tongue.

"The child sat on her mother's lap."

"彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠すことができなかった。" (Kanojo wa shō o uketotta toki, shiawase o kakusu koto ga dekinakatta.)
large-scale definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/lɑːrdʒ skeɪl/
大規模 (daikibo)

involving a large number or quantity, or covering a large area

"The company is planning a large-scale expansion into international markets."

"その会社は国際市場に大規模な拡大を計画しています。" (Sono kaisha wa kokusai shijō ni daikibo na kakudai o keikaku shiteimasu.)
laser definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈleɪzər/
レーザー (reezaa)

a device that emits a concentrated beam of light

"The doctor used a laser to perform eye surgery."

"医師は目の手術のためにレーザーを使用しました。" (Ishi wa me no shujutsu no tame ni reezaa o shiyō shimashita.)
adjective B2
/ˈlæstɪŋ/
持続的な; 永続的な (jizokuteki na; eizokuteki na)

enduring for a long time; permanent; durable

"Their friendship had a lasting impact on both their lives."

"彼らの友情は彼らの人生に持続的な影響を与えました。" (Karera no yūjō wa karera no jinsei ni jizokuteki na eikyō o ataemashita.)
latin definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/adjective B2
/ˈlætɪn/
ラテン語 (raten-go)

the language of ancient Rome; relating to Latin culture or language

"Many English words are derived from Latin."

"多くの英単語はラテン語から派生しています。" (Ooku no eitango wa raten-go kara hassei shiteimasu.)
latter definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈlætər/
後者 (kōsha)

the second of two people or things mentioned

"Between tea and coffee, I prefer the latter."

"お茶とコーヒーの間で、私は後者を選びます。" (Ocha to kōhī no aida de, watashi wa kōsha o erabimasu.)
Launch definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb, noun B2
/lɔːntʃ/

to start or introduce something, especially a new product, service, or event

"The company launched a new app last month."

launched definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
lɔːntʃt
発射 (hassha)

Set (something) in motion by pushing it or letting it go.

"The satellite was launched successfully."

"衛星は成功裏に発射されました。" (Eisei wa seikōri ni hassha saremashita.)
Lavender definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlæv.ən.dər/
ラベンダー (rabendā)

a fragrant purple flowering plant used in perfumes and aromatherapy

"The lavender field filled the air with its sweet, calming fragrance."

"ラベンダー畑は、その甘く落ち着く香りで空気を満たしました。" (Rabendā hatake wa, sono amaku ochitsuku kaori de kūki o mitashimashita.)
layout definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈleɪaʊt/
レイアウト (reiauto)

the arrangement or design of something, especially the arrangement of elements in a book, webpage, or room

"The designer presented a new layout for the website that was much more user-friendly."

"デザイナーはウェブサイトのために新しいレイアウトを提示しました、それはもっとユーザーフレンドリーでした。" (Dezainā wa uebu saito no tame ni atarashī reiauto o teiji shimashita, sore wa motto yūzā furendorī deshita.)
Lazily definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ˈleɪ.zɪ.li/
怠惰に (taida ni)

in a way that shows unwillingness to work or use energy; sluggishly

"He lazily stretched his arms and yawned in the morning."

"彼は怠惰に腕を伸ばし、朝にあくびをした。" (Kare wa taida ni ude o nobashi, asa ni akubi o shita.)
Laziness definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈleɪ.zi.nəs/
怠惰 (taida)

the quality of being unwilling to work or use energy; idleness

"His laziness prevented him from achieving his goals."

"彼の怠惰さが彼の目標達成を妨げた。" (kare no taida ga kare no mokuhyou tassei o samatageteta)
Leaflet definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈliːflət/
パンフレット (panfuretto)

A printed sheet of paper, often folded, used to advertise or provide information.

"The volunteers distributed leaflets about the campaign."

"ボランティアはキャンペーンについてのパンフレットを配布しました。" (Borantia wa kyanpēn ni tsuite no panfuretto o haifu shimashita.)
adjective B2
/ˈliː.fi/
葉が多い; 葉で覆われた (ha ga ooi; ha de oowareta)

having many leaves; covered with leaves

"The leafy green vegetables are very nutritious."

"葉の多い緑の野菜はとても栄養価が高いです。" (Ha no ooi midori no yasai wa totemo eiyouka ga takai desu.)
league definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/liːɡ/
リーグ (rīgu)

An association of people or groups united for a common purpose; also a unit of distance (old use).

"Several clubs formed a league to promote sportsmanship."

"いくつかのクラブがスポーツマンシップを促進するためにリーグを結成した。" (Ikutsuka no kurabu ga supōtsumanshippu o sokushin suru tame ni rīgu o kessei shita.)
Leak definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb B2
/liːk/
漏れ (more)

to allow liquid or gas to escape; or a hole through which liquid or gas can escape

"Water started to leak from the ceiling after the storm."

"嵐の後、天井から水が漏れ始めた。" (Arashi no ato, tenjō kara mizu ga more hajimeta.)
Lean definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/liːn/
寄りかかる (yorikakaru)

To move or bend your body in a particular direction.

"He had to lean forward to hear her clearly."

"彼は彼女の声をはっきり聞くために前かがみにならなければならなかった。" (Kare wa kanojo no koe o hakkiri kiku tame ni mae kagami ni naranakereba naranakatta.)
leap definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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leap (リープ)

verb B2
/liːp/
跳ぶ (tobu)

to jump or spring a long way or to a great height

"The cat leapt onto the wall effortlessly."

"猫は簡単に壁に飛び乗った。" (Neko wa kantan ni kabe ni tobinotta.)
learned definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective; verb (past and past participle) B2
/lɜːrnd/
博学な (hakugakuna)

having acquired much knowledge through study; gained knowledge or skill through experience or teaching

"She is a learned scholar with deep knowledge of history."

"彼女は歴史に詳しい博学な学者です。" (kanojo wa rekishi ni kuwashii hakugakuna gakusha desu)
Leather definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlɛðər/
(kawa)

A material made from the skin of an animal, usually treated and used to make clothing, shoes, or furniture.

"He bought a leather jacket for winter."

"彼は冬のために革のジャケットを買いました。" (Kare wa fuyu no tame ni kawa no jaketto o kaimashita.)
Leek definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/liːk/
リーク (rīku)

vegetable related to onion with long green leaves and white bulb, milder than onion

"The soup was made with potatoes and leeks."

"スープはジャガイモとリークで作られていました。" (Sūpu wa jagaimo to rīku de tsukurarete imashita.)
legacy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlɛɡəsi/
遺産 (isan)

Something handed down from the past, such as money, property, or traditions.

"Her artistic legacy continues to inspire young painters."

"彼女の芸術的遺産は若い画家たちにインスピレーションを与え続けています。" (Kanojo no geijutsuteki isan wa wakai gakatatachi ni insupirēshon o atae tsudzuketeimasu.)
legally definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ˈliːɡəli/
合法的に (gōhō-teki ni)

in a way that is allowed by law

"He is legally responsible for his actions."

"彼は自分の行動に対して合法的に責任があります。" (Kare wa jibun no kōdō ni taishite gōhō-teki ni sekinin ga arimasu)
Legend definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlɛdʒənd/
伝説 (densetsu)

A traditional story popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated; also a famous person admired for achievements.

"The footballer is considered a legend in his country."

"そのサッカー選手は彼の国で伝説と見なされています。" (Sono sakkā senshu wa kare no kuni de densetsu to minasarete imasu.)
legendary definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈlɛdʒəndɛri/

remarkable enough to be famous; often used to describe something that is iconic or widely known

"The legendary musician performed in front of a packed stadium."

legislation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌledʒɪsˈleɪʃən/
立法 (rippō)

laws considered collectively, or the act of making laws

"The government passed new legislation to protect the environment."

"政府は環境保護のために新しい立法を制定しました。" (Seifu wa kankyō hogo no tame ni atarashī rippō o seitei shimashita.)
legislative definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈlɛdʒɪslətɪv/
立法の (rippō no)

relating to the making of laws

"The legislative body passed the new tax bill."

"立法機関は新しい税法を可決しました。" (Rippō kikan wa atarashī zeihō o kaketsu shimashita.)
noun B2
/lɪˈdʒɪtɪməsi/
正当性 (seitōsei)

the quality of being accepted as right, proper, or lawful

"The legitimacy of the election was questioned by observers."

"選挙の正当性は観察者によって疑問視されました。" (Senkyō no seitōsei wa kansatsu-sha ni yotte gimon-shi saremashita.)
Legitimate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/lɪˈdʒɪtɪmət/
正当 (seitou)

Conforming to the law or to rules; valid or acceptable.

"She presented a legitimate reason for her absence."

"彼女は欠席の理由を正当化しました。" (Kanojo wa kesseki no riyū o seitōka shimashita.)
lengthy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈlɛŋθi/
長い (nagai)

long in duration or extent

"The meeting was lengthy, lasting over three hours."

"会議は長く、3時間以上続きました。" (Kaigi wa nagaku, sanjikan ijou tsudzukimashita.)
Lentil definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlen.tɪl/
レンズ豆 (renzu mame)

a small round flat seed of a leguminous plant, used as food

"Lentils are a good source of protein for vegetarians."

"レンズ豆はベジタリアンにとって良いタンパク源です。" (renzu mame wa bejitarian ni totte yoi tanpaku gen desu)
Leopard definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlep.ərd/
ヒョウ (hyō)

a large wild cat with yellow fur and black spots

"The leopard climbed the tree to rest in the shade."

"ヒョウは木に登って、日陰で休んでいました。" (Hyō wa ki ni nobotte, hikage de yasunde imashita.)
Lesser definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈlɛsər/
より重要でない (yori jūyō denai)

of lower importance or smaller in degree or amount

"The lesser known facts about the topic were fascinating."

"そのトピックに関するあまり知られていない事実は魅力的でした。" (Sono topikku ni kansuru amari shirarete inai jijitsu wa miryokuteki deshita.)
lettuce definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlɛtɪs/
レタス (retasu)

a leafy green vegetable commonly used in salads and sandwiches

"She added fresh lettuce to the sandwich."

"彼女はサンドイッチに新鮮なレタスを加えた。" (kanojo wa sandoitchi ni shinsen na retasu o kuwaeta)
leverage definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb B2
/ˈlɛv.ər.ɪdʒ/
活用 (katsuyou)

Optimal use of existing resources, power, or situation

"The company used social media to leverage its brand awareness."

"企業はブランド認知度を高めるためにソーシャルメディアを活用しました。" (Kigyō wa burando ninchido o takameru tame ni sōsharumedia o katsuyō shimashita.)
Liable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈlaɪəbl/
責任がある (sekinin ga aru)

legally responsible or likely to be affected by something

"He is liable to pay damages for the accident."

"彼は事故の損害賠償を支払う責任があります。" (Kare wa jiko no songaibaishō o shiharau sekinin ga arimasu.)
Liberal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈlɪbərəl/
リベラル (riberaru)

open to new behavior or opinions and willing to discard traditional values

"She holds liberal views on education and social issues."

"彼女は教育と社会問題についてリベラルな見解を持っている。" (Kanojo wa kyōiku to shakai mondai ni tsuite riberaru na kenkai o motte iru.)