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noun C1
/ˌzɛnəˈfoʊbiə/
外国人恐怖症 (gaikokujin kyōfushō)

fear or hatred of foreigners, people from different cultures, or strangers

"Xenophobia can lead to discrimination and social division."

"ゼノフォビアは差別や社会的分裂を引き起こす可能性があります。" (Zenofobia wa sabetsu ya shakaiteki bunretsu o hikiokosu kanōsei ga arimasu.)
adjective C1
/ˌzɛnəˈfoʊbɪk/
外国人恐怖症 (gaikokujin kyōfushō)

having or showing a dislike or fear of people from other countries

"The leader’s xenophobic comments sparked outrage across the country."

"リーダーの外国人恐怖症に関するコメントは、全国で憤りを引き起こした。" (Rīdā no gaikokujin kyōfushō ni kansuru komento wa, zenkoku de ikidoi o hikiokoshita.)
Yarn definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/jɑːrn/
(ito)

spun thread used for knitting, weaving, or sewing; a long or rambling story

"She bought colorful yarn for knitting a sweater."

"彼女はセーターを編むためにカラフルな糸を買いました。" (Kanojo wa seetaa wo amu tame ni karafuru na ito wo kaimashita.)
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verb C1
/jɜːn/
切望する (せつぼうする)

to have a strong desire or longing for something

"She yearns for a peaceful life in the countryside."

"彼女は田舎で平和な生活を求めている。" (かのじょは いなかで へいわな せいかつを もとめている。)
Yeast definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/jiːst/
イースト (īsuto)

microorganisms used in baking and brewing to cause fermentation

"Add yeast to the flour to make the bread rise."

"パンを膨らませるために小麦粉にイーストを加えます。" (Pan o fukuramaseru tame ni komugiko ni īsuto o kuwaemasu.)
Yellow oleander definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈjeloʊ oʊliˈændər/
黄色のオレアンダー (kiiro no oreandā)

a tropical flowering shrub with bright yellow flowers; also known as lucky nut

"The yellow oleander blooms throughout the year in warm climates."

"黄色のオレアンダーは暖かい気候で一年中花を咲かせます。" (kiiro no oreandā wa atatakai kikō de ichinenjū hana o sakasemasu.)
noun C1
/jɛn/
欲望 (yokubou)

A deep, strong desire or craving.

"She felt a strong yen to travel the world."

"彼女は世界を旅したいという強い欲望を感じた。" (kanojo wa sekai o tabi shitai to iu tsuyoi yokubou o kanjita.)
yield optimization definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/jiːld ˌɒptɪmaɪˈzeɪʃən/
収穫最適化 (shūkaku saiteki-ka)

The process of maximizing the productivity or efficiency of crop production through various agricultural techniques and practices.

"Yield optimization techniques can significantly improve crop production."

"収穫最適化技術は作物生産を大幅に改善できます。" (Shūkaku saiteki-ka gijutsu wa sakumotsu seisan o ōhaba ni kaizen dekimasu.)
Yoke definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/joʊk/
(kutsuwa)

A wooden crosspiece fastened over the necks of animals; symbolically, a burden or oppression.

"The oxen were bound together by a heavy yoke."

"牛は重い轡で繋がれていた。" (Ushi wa omoi kutsuwa de tsunagarete ita.)
verb C1
/zæɡ/
急激に方向転換する (kyuugeni houkoutenkan suru)

to make a sharp change in direction, especially in a zigzag pattern

"The rabbit zagged quickly to escape the fox."

"ウサギは狐から逃げるために素早く急激に方向転換した。" (Usagi wa kitsune kara nigeru tame ni subayaku kyuugeni houkoutenkan shita.)
Zany definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈzeɪ.ni/
滑稽で風変わりな (Kokkei de fūkawari na)

Amusingly unconventional and peculiar.

"The comedian's zany style kept the audience laughing."

"コメディアンの奇妙なスタイルは観客を笑わせ続けました。" (Komedian no kimyō na sutairu wa kankyaku o warawase tsuzukemashita.)
zeal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ziːl/
熱意 (netsui)

Great energy or enthusiasm for a cause or goal.

"She worked with great zeal to finish the project."

"彼女はプロジェクトを終わらせるために大きな熱意で働いた。" (Kanojo wa purojekuto o owaraseru tame ni ookina netsui de hataraita.)
zealous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈzel.əs/
熱心な (nesshin na)

Showing great energy and enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective.

"The team was zealous in their efforts to win the championship."

"チームはチャンピオンシップに勝つために熱心でした。" (Chīmu wa chanpionship ni katsu tame ni nesshin deshita.)
noun C1
/ˈziːnɪθ/
頂点 (chōten)

The time at which something is most powerful or successful; the highest point.

"Her career reached its zenith in the late 1990s."

"彼女のキャリアは1990年代後半に頂点に達した。" (Kanojo no kyaria wa 1990 nendai kōhan ni chōten ni tasshita.)
Zest definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/zɛst/
熱意 (netsui)

Great enthusiasm and energy; also the outer colored part of citrus fruit used for flavor.

"She tackled the project with zest."

"彼女は熱意を持ってプロジェクトに取り組んだ。" (Kanojo wa netsui o motte purojekuto ni torikunda.)
adjective C1
/ˈzɛsti/
スパイシー (supaisī)

Having a strong, pleasant, and somewhat spicy flavor; full of energy and enthusiasm.

"The dish had a zesty flavor that everyone loved."

"その料理は、みんなが好きなスパイシーな味がしました。" (Sono ryōri wa, minna ga sukina supaisī na aji ga shimashita.)
Zinnia definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈzɪn.i.ə/
ジニア (jinia)

A colorful garden flower with daisy-like blooms, popular for its vibrant colors and long-lasting nature

"The garden was filled with bright zinnias in various colors."

"庭はさまざまな色の明るいジニアでいっぱいでした。" (niwa wa samazama na iro no akarui jinia de ippai deshita.)
Zodiac definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈzoʊdiæk/
星座帯 (seiza-tai)

a belt of the heavens divided into twelve equal divisions or signs, each named after a constellation; used in astronomy and astrology

"She checked her zodiac sign to read her daily horoscope."

"彼女は自分の星座をチェックして、毎日の占星術を読みました。" (Kanojo wa jibun no seiza o chekku shite, mainichi no senseijutsu o yomimashita.)
adjective C1
/ˈzoʊ.nəl/
ゾーン式 (zōn-shiki)

relating to or arranged in zones; of, relating to, or having the form of a zone

"The city implemented a zonal parking system to manage traffic congestion."

"都市は交通渋滞を管理するためにゾーン式駐車システムを導入しました。" (Toshi wa kōtsū jūtai o kanri suru tame ni zōn-shiki chūsha shisutemu o dōnyū shimashita.)