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Universal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːsəl/
普遍的 (fuhenteki)

Relating to or done by all people or things in the world; applicable everywhere or in all cases.

"There is a universal need for love and acceptance."

"愛と受容には普遍的な必要があります。" (Ai to juyō ni wa fuhenteki na hitsuyō ga arimasu.)
adjective B2
/ʌnˈdʒʌst/
不当な; 不正な (futōna; fuseina)

not fair or right; morally wrong

"The punishment was unjust for such a minor offense."

"その罰は軽微な違反に対して不当でした。" (Sono bachi wa keibi na ihan ni taishite futō deshita.)
unkindly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ʌnˈkaɪndli/
意地悪に (ijiwaruni)

in a cruel, harsh, or unsympathetic manner

"She spoke unkindly about her colleague during the meeting."

"彼女は会議中に同僚のことを意地悪に話した。" (kanojo wa kaigichuu ni douryou no koto o ijiwaruni hanashita)
unkindness definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ʌnˈkaɪndnəs/
不親切 (fushinsetsu)

lack of kindness; cruel or inconsiderate behavior

"His unkindness hurt her feelings deeply."

"彼の不親切は彼女の気持ちを深く傷つけた。" (Kare no fushinsetsu wa kanojo no kimochi o fukaku kizutsuketa)
adjective B2
/ʌnˈlɔːfəl/
違法 (ihou)

Not conforming to or permitted by law; illegal.

"The police arrested him for unlawful possession of weapons."

"警察は違法な武器所持で彼を逮捕しました。" (Keisatsu wa ihō na buki shoji de kare o taiho shimashita.)
adjective B2
/ʌnˈlɪmɪtɪd/
無制限 (museigen)

without any limits or restrictions

"The internet plan offers unlimited data for the whole month."

"インターネットプランは1ヶ月間の無制限データを提供します。" (Intānetto puran wa ikkagetsukan no museigen dēta o teikyō shimasu.)
Unnatural definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ʌnˈnætʃrəl/
不自然 (fushizen)

contrary to the usual course of nature; artificial or abnormal

"The bright green color of the drink looked unnatural."

"その飲み物の鮮やかな緑色は不自然に見えた。" (Sono nomimono no azayakana midoriiro wa fushizen ni mieta.)
Unnecessarily definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ʌnˈnesəserəli/
不必要に (fuhitsuyou ni)

to a greater extent than is needed; without necessity

"Don't worry unnecessarily about the exam."

"試験について不必要に心配しないでください。" (shiken ni tsuite fuhitsuyou ni shinpai shinaide kudasai.)
adjective B2
/ˌʌnˈnoʊ.tɪst/
気づかれなかった; 無視された (kizukarenakatta; mushi sareta)

not seen or observed; ignored

"His hard work went unnoticed by his manager."

"彼の努力はマネージャーに気づかれませんでした。" (Kare no doryoku wa manejā ni kizukaremasen deshita.)
adjective B2
/ˌʌnəˈfɪʃ.əl/
非公式な (hikoushiki na)

not officially authorized or confirmed; informal

"The unofficial results showed a close race."

"非公式な結果は接戦を示しました。" (hikoushiki na kekka wa sessen o shimeshita.)
unpleasantly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ʌnˈplɛzəntli/
不快に (fukai ni)

in a way that causes discomfort, annoyance, or displeasure; in an unfriendly or disagreeable manner

"The room was unpleasantly hot during the afternoon."

"午後、その部屋は不快に暑かった。" (gogo sono heya wa fukai ni atsukatta)
unprecedented definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ʌnˈprɛsɪˌdɛntɪd/
前例のない (zenrei no nai)

never done or known before; without previous example

"The company reported unprecedented growth last year."

"会社は昨年、前例のない成長を報告しました。" (Kaisha wa sakunen, zenrei no nai seichou o houkoku shimashita.)
unpredictable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌʌnprɪˈdɪktəbəl/
予測できない (yosoku dekinai)

not able to be predicted; changing suddenly and unexpectedly

"The weather in this region is highly unpredictable."

"この地域の天気はとても予測できない。" (kono chiiki no tenki wa totemo yosoku dekinai)
adjective B2
/ʌnprɪˈpɛrd/
準備不足 (junbi busoku)

not ready or able to deal with something

"He was unprepared for the difficult exam."

"彼は難しい試験に準備していなかった。" (Kare wa muzukashii shiken ni junbi shite inakatta)
adjective B2
/ˌʌnprəˈdʌktɪv/
非生産的 (hiseisanteki)

Not producing or achieving much; not effective or useful.

"The meeting was unproductive and wasted everyone's time."

"会議は非生産的で、皆の時間を無駄にしました。" (Kaigi wa hiseisanteki de, minna no jikan o muda ni shimashita.)
Unprofessional definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ʌnprəˈfɛʃ.ən.əl/
不专业 (fujōzu)

not conforming to the standards expected in a particular profession

"His unprofessional behavior led to his dismissal from the company."

"彼の不専門的な行動は、会社からの解雇を引き起こしました。" (Kare no fujōzu na kōdō wa, kaisha kara no kaiko o hikiokoshimashita.)
adjective B2
/ʌnˈprɒf.ɪ.tə.bl̩/
採算が取れない (saisan ga torenai)

not yielding profit or gain; not producing financial benefit

"The unprofitable business was forced to close down after three years."

"採算が取れないビジネスは3年後に閉店を余儀なくされました。" (Saisan ga torenai bijinesu wa san nen go ni heiten o yoginaku saremashita.)
adjective B2
/ʌnˈkwɒl.ɪ.faɪd/
資格がない; 経験不足の; (shikakuganai; keiken busoku no)

not having the necessary skills or qualifications; complete or absolute

"He was unqualified for the engineering position due to lack of experience."

"彼は経験不足でエンジニアの職に不適格でした。" (Kare wa keiken busoku de enjinia no shoku ni futekikaku deshita.)
unreadable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ʌnˈriːdəbl/
読めない (yomenai)

not able to be read or understood clearly; illegible

"The doctor’s handwriting was completely unreadable."

"医者の字は完全に読めなかった。" (Isha no ji wa kanzen ni yomenakatta)
unreal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ʌnˈrɪəl/
非現実的な (higenjitsuteki na)

not real or not based on reality; exaggerated or imaginary

"The experience felt unreal after the sudden news."

"突然の知らせの後、その体験は非現実的に感じられた。" (Totsuzen no shirasé no ato, sono taiken wa higenjitsuteki ni kanjirareta)
unreasonable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ʌnˈriːzənəbəl/
理不尽な (rifujin na)

not guided by reason or fairness; excessive or extreme beyond what is acceptable

"The manager made an unreasonable demand that no one could realistically meet."

"マネージャーは理不尽な要求をした。" (manejaa wa rifujin na youkyuu o shita)
adjective B2
/ʌn.rɪˈleɪ.tɪd/
無関係な; 関連していない (mukan'keina; kanren shiteinai)

having no connection or relationship; not connected by family ties

"The two incidents were completely unrelated to each other."

"二つの出来事は完全に無関係だった。" (Futatsu no dekigoto wa kanzen ni mukan'keidatta.)
adjective B2
/ˌʌnrɪˈlaɪəbl/
信頼できない; 信頼や依存ができない (shinrai dekinai; shinrai ya izon ga dekinai)

not dependable; not able to be trusted or relied upon

"The old car is unreliable and breaks down frequently."

"その古い車は信頼できず、よく壊れます。" (Sono furui kuruma wa shinrai dekinai, yoku kowaremasu.)
unresolved definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌʌnrɪˈzɒlvd/
未解決の (mikaiketsu no)

not solved or settled; remaining undecided or unclear

"The dispute remains unresolved despite several meetings."

"その問題は何度も会議をしたにもかかわらず未解決のままだ。" (sono mondai wa nando mo kaigi o shita ni mo kakawarazu mikaiketsu no mama da)
Unrest definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ʌnˈrest/
不安; 動乱; 社会的または政治的混乱 (fuan; douran; shakaiteki matawa seijiteki konran)

a state of dissatisfaction and disturbance; social or political disorder

"The economic crisis led to widespread social unrest."

"経済危機は広範な社会的不安を引き起こしました。" (Keizai kiki wa kouhan na shakaiteki fuan o hikiokoshimashita.)
adjective B2
/ʌnˈraɪp/
未熟 (mijuku)

not fully developed or matured; not ready to be eaten

"The unripe bananas will turn yellow in a few days."

"未熟なバナナは数日後に黄色くなります。" (Mijuku na banana wa suujitsu go ni kiiroku narimasu.)
Unseen definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Unseen (アンシーン)

adjective B2
/ʌnˈsiːn/
見えない; 前に見たり気づいたりしたことがない (mienai; mae ni mitari kidzuitari shita koto ga nai)

not previously seen or noticed; invisible; hidden

"The unseen forces of nature can be very powerful."

"自然界の見えない力は非常に強力である可能性があります。" (shizenkai no mienai chikara wa hijou ni kyouryoku dearu kanousei ga arimasu.)
adjective B2
/ʌnˈskɪld/
未熟な; 技術のない労働者 (mijukuna; gijutsu no nai rōdōsha)

lacking technical training or ability; not requiring special skills

"Many unskilled workers are looking for training opportunities."

"多くの未熟な労働者がトレーニングの機会を探しています。" (Ōku no mijukuna rōdōsha ga torēningu no kikai o sagashiteimasu.)
Unstable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ʌnˈsteɪbəl/
不安定 (fu antei)

likely to change; not steady or secure; unsteady

"The unstable economy made people worried about their jobs."

"不安定な経済は、人々を自分たちの仕事について心配させました。" (Fuan tei na keizai wa, hitobito o jibuntachi no shigoto ni tsuite shinpai sasemashita.)
unsteady definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ʌnˈstɛdi/
不安定な (fuantei na)

not firm or stable; likely to change or fail

"She felt unsteady on her feet after the long journey."

"長旅の後、彼女は足元が不安定だった。" (Nagata bi no ato, kanojo wa ashimoto ga fuantei datta)
Unsuitable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ʌnˈsuːtəbl/
不適切; 不適当 (futekisetsu; futekitou)

not fitting or appropriate for a particular purpose or situation

"This formal dress is unsuitable for a casual beach party."

"このフォーマルなドレスはカジュアルなビーチパーティには不適切です。" (Kono fōmaru na doresu wa kajuaru na bīchi pātī ni wa futekisetsu desu.)
Unthinkable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ʌnˈθɪŋkəbl/
想像を絶する (souzou o zessuru)

impossible to conceive or imagine; beyond belief or consideration

"It was unthinkable that such a tragedy could happen in our peaceful town."

"私たちの平和な街でそのような悲劇が起こるなんて、想像を絶していました。" (Watashitachi no heiwa na machi de sono youna higeki ga okoru nante, souzou o zesshite imashita.)
untie definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ʌnˈtaɪ/
解く (toku)

to loosen or remove a knot or binding; to release something that is tied

"She untied the rope to free the boat."

"彼女は船を自由にするためにロープを解いた。" (kanojo wa fune o jiyuu ni suru tame ni roopu o toita)
unveil definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ʌnˈveɪl/
発表する (happyo suru)

to reveal or disclose something, especially in a formal manner

"The company will unveil a new product next week."

"会社は来週新製品を発表します。" (Kaisha wa raishū shin seihin o happyō shimasu.)
adjective B2
/ʌnˈwel.kəm/
不快な; 望ましくない; 招待されていない (fukai na; nozomashikunai; shoutai sarete inai)

not wanted or accepted; not invited or pleasant

"The unwelcome news ruined their vacation plans."

"その歓迎されないニュースは彼らの休暇計画を台無しにしました。" (Sono kangei sarenai nyuusu wa karera no kyūka keikaku o dainashi ni shimashita.)
Unwilling definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ʌnˈwɪl.ɪŋ/
嫌がる; したくない; (iyagaru; shitakunai)

not ready to do something; reluctant; not wanting to do

"He was unwilling to share his secret with anyone."

"彼は誰にも自分の秘密を共有することを望まなかった。" (Kare wa dare ni mo jibun no himitsu o kyōyū suru koto o nozomanakatta.)
unwillingly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ʌnˈwɪlɪŋli/
不本意に (fuhoni ni)

in a way that shows reluctance or lack of desire; not willingly

"She unwillingly agreed to attend the meeting."

"彼女は不本意に会議に出席することに同意した。" (kanojo wa fuhoni ni kaigi ni shusseki suru koto ni doi shita)
unwise definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ʌnˈwaɪz/
賢明でない (kenmei denai)

Showing poor judgment; not sensible or prudent.

"It would be unwise to invest all your money in one company."

"すべてのお金を1つの会社に投資するのは賢明でないことです。" (Subete no okane o hitotsu no kaisha ni tōshi suru no wa kenmei denai koto desu.)
Unworthy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ʌnˈwɜːrði/
値しない; 価値がない (ataishinai; kachi ga nai)

not deserving respect or attention; lacking worth or merit

"He felt unworthy of such praise and recognition."

"彼はそのような賞賛と認識を受けるには値しないと感じた。" (Kare wa sono yōna shōsan to ninshiki o ukeru ni wa atai shinai to kanjita.)
noun B2
/ˈʌpˌkiːp/
維持管理 (Iji kanri)

The process or cost of maintaining something in good condition.

"The upkeep of the old house is very expensive."

"古い家の維持管理は非常に高価です。" (Furui ie no iji kanri wa hijō ni kōka desu.)
adjective B2
/ˈʌpˌhɪl/
困難な; 大きな努力が必要な; 上向きの傾斜 (konnan na; ookina doryoku ga hitsuyou na; ue-muki no keisha)

difficult; requiring great effort; sloping upward

"Learning a new language can be an uphill battle."

"新しい言語を学ぶことは困難な戦いである可能性があります。" (Atarashii gengo o manabu koto wa konnan na tatakai de aru kanousei ga arimasu.)
uphold definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ʌpˈhoʊld/
維持する (ijisuru)

to maintain or support a principle, law, or decision

"The judge promised to uphold justice at all costs."

"裁判官は、どんな犠牲を払っても正義を守ると約束しました。" (Saibankan wa, donna gisei o hatatte mo seigi o mamoru to yakusoku shimashita.)
adjective, adverb B2
/ˈʌpraɪt/
幸福 (kōfuku)

positioned vertically; morally good and honest

"He remained upright despite the strong winds."

"彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸福を隠すことができませんでした。" (Kanojo wa shō o uketotta toki, jibun no kōfuku o kakusu koto ga dekimasen deshita.)
urbanization definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌɜː.bən.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
都市化 (toshika)

The process by which towns and cities are formed and become larger as more people begin living and working in central areas.

"Rapid urbanization has led to increased infrastructure development."

"急速な都市化は、インフラの発展の増加をもたらしました。" (Kyūsokuna toshika wa, infura no hatten no zōka o motarashimashita.)
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verb B2
/ɜːrdʒ/
促す (unagasu)

to strongly encourage or try to persuade someone to do something

"Doctors urge patients to exercise regularly."

"医者は患者に定期的に運動するように促します。" (Isha wa kanja ni teikiteki ni undō suru yō ni unagashimasu.)
Urgency definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɜːrdʒənsi/
緊急 (kinkyuu)

The quality of requiring immediate attention or action.

"The doctor emphasized the urgency of starting treatment right away."

"医者は治療をすぐに開始する緊急性を強調しました。" (Isha wa chiryou o sugu ni kaishi suru kinkyuusei o kyoucho shimashita.)
urgently definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ˈɜːrdʒəntli/
緊急に (kinkyu ni)

in a way that requires immediate attention or action

"The patient urgently needs medical attention."

"患者は緊急に医療処置が必要です。" (kanja wa kinkyu ni iryo shochi ga hitsuyo desu)
Usage definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈjuːsɪdʒ/
使用 (shiyou)

The action of using something; the way in which a word or phrase is normally used.

"The book explains the proper usage of technical terms."

"その本は技術的な用語の正しい使用法を説明しています。" (Sono hon wa gijutsuteki na yougo no tadashii shiyouhou o setsumei shiteimasu.)
Utility definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/juːˈtɪləti/
有用性 (yūyōsei)

The state of being useful, profitable, or beneficial.

"The utility of smartphones in daily life is undeniable."

"スマートフォンの有用性は日常生活で否定できません。" (Sumātofon no yūyōsei wa nichijō seikatsu de hitei dekimasen.)
utilization definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˌjuːtɪlaɪˈzeɪʃən
利用 (riyō)

The action of making practical and effective use of something.

"The efficient utilization of resources is key to success."

"資源の効果的な利用が成功の鍵です。" (Shigen no kōka-teki na riyō ga seikō no kagi desu.)