B2 adjective + noun æmˈbɪʃəs ɪnˈdevər

ambitious endeavor

野心的な試み

Meaning

A bold and determined attempt to achieve something challenging.

Example

Artemis is an ambitious endeavor in space exploration.

アルテミスは宇宙探査における野心的な取り組みです。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈsɛnsətɪv/

insensitive

無神経な

Meaning

Showing or feeling no concern for others' feelings.

Example

His insensitive comment hurt her deeply.

彼の無神経なコメントは彼女を深く傷つけました。

B2 noun /ˌɑːrkiˈɑːlədʒi/

archaeology

考古学

Meaning

the study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts, monuments, and other physical remains

Example

She studied archaeology to learn about ancient civilizations.

彼女は古代文明について学ぶために考古学を学びました。

B2 noun pɑrˈtɪʃən

partition

分割

Meaning

The action of dividing or being divided into parts; separation.

Example

Partition caused unrest.

分割が騒動を引き起こした。

B2 verb /kənˈfrʌnt/

confront

立ち向かう

Meaning

to face someone or something directly, especially in a challenge or conflict

Example

She had to confront her fears before making the speech.

彼女はスピーチをする前に恐怖と向き合わなければならなかった。

B2 verb /ˈpɒndər/

ponder

深く考える

Meaning

to think about something carefully

Example

She pondered over the meaning of the poem.

彼女は詩の意味について深く考えていました。

B2 adjective /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idle

怠惰な; 非活動的な; 使われていない

Meaning

lazy; inactive; not working or being used

Example

The factory workers were idle during the strike.

工場の労働者はストライキ中に暇だった。

B2 adjective ˈkʌtɪŋ ˌɛdʒ

cutting-edge

最先端, 革新的, 最先端技術

Meaning

The most advanced or innovative; at the forefront of development.

Example

This company develops cutting-edge technology.

この会社は最先端技術を開発しています。

B2 noun /ˈaɪ.saɪt/

Eyesight

視力

Meaning

the ability to see; vision

Example

Regular eye checkups are important for maintaining good eyesight.

定期的な目の検査は良い視力を維持するために重要です。

B2 verb /rɪˈteɪn/

retain

保持する

Meaning

to keep possession of something

Example

The company decided to retain its experienced employees.

会社は経験豊富な従業員を保持することに決めました。

B2 adverb /ˈædɪkwətli/

adequately

適切に

Meaning

in a satisfactory manner

Example

He completed the task adequately, but could improve next time.

彼は適切に仕事を終えましたが、次回は改善できるでしょう。

B2 noun /kənˌfɪɡəˈreɪʃən/

configuration

コンフィギュレーション

Meaning

an arrangement of parts or elements in a particular form or structure

Example

The configuration of the system needs to be adjusted for better performance.

システムのコンフィギュレーションは、パフォーマンス向上のために調整する必要があります。

B2 verb /sniːk/

sneak

Meaning

to move quietly and secretly to avoid being noticed

Example

He tried to sneak into the house without waking anyone.

B2 noun /ˌkovuːɪɡˈzɪs.təns/

Co-existence

共存

Meaning

the state of existing together at the same time or in the same place; peaceful cohabitation

Example

The peaceful co-existence of different cultures makes this city unique.

異なる文化の平和的共存がこの都市をユニークにしています。

B2 noun /ˈmɪs.tʃɪf/

Mischief

いたずら

Meaning

Playful behavior that causes minor trouble or annoyance but is not meant to cause serious harm

Example

The children were full of mischief during the summer holidays.

子供たちは夏休み中、いたずらでいっぱいでした。

B2 noun /ˌɪmpərˈfɛkʃən/

imperfection

不完全

Meaning

a flaw, defect, or weakness; the state of being imperfect

Example

She accepted her imperfection as part of being human.

彼女は人間であることの一部として自分の不完全さを受け入れた。

B2 noun /ˌrezəˈveɪʃən/

Reservation

予約

Meaning

the action of reserving something; an arrangement whereby something is reserved for a particular person; a qualification to an expression of agreement or approval

Example

I made a reservation at the restaurant for tonight.

今夜のレストランの予約をしました。

B2 noun /əˈbjuːs/

Abuse

虐待; 不適切な使用;

Meaning

cruel and violent treatment; improper use of something

Example

The abuse of power led to his resignation.

権力の濫用は彼の辞職を招いた。

B2 noun /heɪst/

Haste

急ぎ; 焦り

Meaning

swiftness of motion; urgent need of quick action; excessive speed or urgency

Example

In his haste to catch the train, he forgot to take his wallet from the table.

列車に乗るための急いで、テーブルから財布を取るのを忘れました。

B2 noun /ˈbʌn.dəl/

Bundle

束; バンドル

Meaning

a collection of things or quantity of material tied or wrapped up together

Example

The mailman delivered a bundle of letters to our house.

郵便配達員は家に手紙の束を届けました。

B2 noun /kəmˈplek.ʃən/

Complexion

肌の色

Meaning

the natural color, texture, and appearance of a person's skin, especially on the face

Example

Her fair complexion glowed beautifully in the morning sunlight.

彼女の明るい肌は朝の光の中で美しく輝いていました。

B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪ.di/

Shady

日陰の; 疑わしい; 不誠実な;

Meaning

providing shade; dishonest; suspicious

Example

The shady businessman made a suspicious deal.

その日陰の商人は疑わしい取引をしました。

B2 adjective /ˈspaɪ.rəl/

Spiral

螺旋

Meaning

winding in a continuous curve; helical

Example

The spiral staircase led to the top floor.

螺旋階段は最上階に通じていました。

B2 noun /dɪˌtɜː.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

determination

決意

Meaning

Firmness of purpose; the quality of being determined; resolve.

Example

His determination to succeed was unwavering.

成功するための彼の決意は揺るぎなかった。

B2 noun /ˈhæs.əl/

Hassle

面倒; 困難; 手間

Meaning

irritating inconvenience; trouble or difficulty; a situation causing problems

Example

Booking tickets online can save you the hassle of waiting in long queues at the theater.

オンラインでチケットを予約すると、劇場で長時間並ぶ手間を省けます。

B2 noun /ˈkɒk.roʊtʃ/

Cockroach

ゴキブリ

Meaning

a flat brown insect that is commonly found in kitchens and other warm places

Example

A cockroach ran across the kitchen floor quickly.

ゴキブリが台所の床を素早く走った。

B2 noun /ˈoʊtˌmiːl/

oatmeal

オートミール

Meaning

A type of porridge made from ground oats, often eaten for breakfast.

Example

She eats a bowl of oatmeal every morning for breakfast.

彼女は毎朝、朝食にオートミールを一杯食べます。

B2 adjective /bɪˈzɑːr/

bizarre

奇妙な

Meaning

very strange or unusual, especially so as to cause interest or amusement

Example

He told a bizarre story that no one could believe.

彼は誰も信じられないような奇妙な話をした。

B2 adjective /əˈtʃiːvəbl/

achievable

達成可能な

Meaning

Able to be brought about or reached successfully.

Example

Start with achievable steps to stay motivated.

達成可能なステップから始めて、モチベーションを保ちましょう。

B2 noun; verb /breɪs/

brace

装具；備える

Meaning

a device that supports or strengthens something; to prepare mentally or physically for something difficult

Example

She braced herself for the strong wind.

彼女は強い風に備えた。

B2 verb /ɪnˈtriːɡ/

intrigue

魅了する

Meaning

to arouse curiosity or interest; to make someone fascinated

Example

The mystery novel will intrigue any reader.

ミステリー小説はすべての読者を魅了するでしょう。

B2 noun /ˈkloʊʒər/

closure

閉鎖

Meaning

the action or process of closing something, or the sense of finality or resolution.

Example

The closure of the company left many employees without jobs.

会社の閉鎖により、多くの従業員が職を失いました。

B2 noun /məʊˈbɪləti/

mobility

モビリティ

Meaning

The ability to move or be moved freely and easily; the quality of being mobile.

Example

The mobility of workers is essential for the success of the project.

労働者のモビリティはプロジェクトの成功にとって不可欠です。

B2 adjective /ˈheɪsti/

Hasty

急いだ; 慌ただしい

Meaning

done or acting with excessive speed or urgency; hurried

Example

Don't make hasty decisions when you're angry.

怒っているときに急いだ決定をしないでください。

B2 noun ˌsaɪ.bə.sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti

cybersecurity

サイバーセキュリティ

Meaning

The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks

Example

Cybersecurity ensures safe digital operations.

サイバーセキュリティはデジタル運用の安全を確保します。

B2 noun /ˌɡriːn ˈen.ə.dʒi/

green energy

グリーンエネルギー

Meaning

Energy derived from renewable sources that have minimal environmental impact.

Example

Green energy reduces environmental harm.

グリーンエネルギーは環境へのダメージを減らします。

B2 noun /ˈɔɪ.stər/

Oyster

オイスター

Meaning

a type of shellfish that can be eaten and sometimes contains pearls

Example

She ordered fresh oysters at the seafood restaurant.

彼女はシーフードレストランで新鮮なオイスターを注文しました。

B2 verb /ˌɪntərˈviːn/

intervene

介入する

Meaning

To come between people, groups, or events, often to prevent conflict or improve a situation.

Example

The teacher had to intervene to stop the fight between the students.

教師は生徒たちの間で喧嘩を止めるために介入しなければならなかった。

B2 noun /ˈkæp.ʃən/

caption

キャプション

Meaning

a brief explanation or description accompanying an illustration or photograph

Example

The caption under the photo explained who the people were.

写真の下のキャプションは、誰がその人々であるかを説明しました。

B2 noun /prəˈseʃ.ən/

Procession

行列; パレード;

Meaning

a group of people or vehicles moving forward in an organized way, especially as part of a ceremony

Example

The wedding procession walked slowly to the church.

結婚式の行列はゆっくりと教会に向かって歩きました。

B2 adjective /prəˈfɪʃ.ənt/

proficient

熟練した

Meaning

Competent or skilled in doing or using something; having great knowledge or experience.

Example

She is highly proficient in multiple languages.

彼女は多言語に非常に熟練しています。

B2 verb /ɪˈvoʊk/

evoke

呼び起こす

Meaning

to bring a feeling, memory, or image into the mind

Example

The old song evoked memories of her childhood.

その古い歌は彼女の子供時代の思い出を呼び起こしました。

B2 noun /ˈʃʌv.əl/

Shovel

シャベル

Meaning

a tool with a broad flat blade and long handle used for digging and moving earth, snow, or other materials

Example

He grabbed a shovel to clear the snow from the driveway.

彼は車道から雪を取り除くためにシャベルを取った。

B2 noun /ˈpɑː.tər/

Potter

陶芸家

Meaning

a person who makes pottery

Example

The potter shaped clay on the spinning wheel.

陶芸家は回転するろくろの上で粘土を形作った。

B2 verb /kənˈsɜːrv/

conserve

Meaning

to protect something from harm or destruction; to use resources carefully to avoid waste

Example

We must conserve water during the dry season.

B2 verb /həˈræs/

harass

嫌がらせ

Meaning

to persistently annoy or torment someone

Example

The employees complained that their boss harassed them.

従業員は上司が彼らを嫌がらせたと不満を言った

B2 verb /ɪmˈbɑːrkɪŋ/

embarking

旅行を始める

Meaning

Beginning a journey or enterprise.

Example

The group is embarking on a long journey.

グループは長い旅行を始めるところです。

B2 noun prəˈvɪʒ.ənz

provisions

規定

Meaning

A condition or requirement in a legal document; clauses or stipulations.

Example

Provisions must align with public aspirations.

規定は公衆の期待と一致しなければならない。

B2 adjective /ˈded.li/

Deadly

致命的な; 死亡の; 危険な

Meaning

causing or able to cause death; extremely dangerous; lethal

Example

The deadly poison killed the plant instantly.

致命的な毒はその植物を瞬時に殺しました。

B2 noun /ˈaʊtskɜːrts/

outskirts

都市の郊外

Meaning

The outer parts of a town or city, away from the center.

Example

They moved to the outskirts of the city for a quieter life.

彼らは静かな生活を求めて都市の郊外に引っ越しました。

B2 adjective + noun অ্যাডভার্স ইমপ্যাক্ট

adverse impact

悪影響

Meaning

A negative or harmful effect or influence on something.

Example

Long screen time has an adverse impact on hand muscles.

長時間の画面の使用は手の筋肉に悪影響を及ぼします。

B2 noun ˈmaɪl.stəʊn

milestone

マイルストーン

Meaning

An important event or stage in the development, progress, or history of something.

Example

This discovery is a milestone in biotechnology.

この発見はバイオテクノロジーにおける重要なマイルストーンです。

B2 noun /ˈaɪ.lɪd/

Eyelid

まぶた

Meaning

either of the upper or lower folds of skin that cover the eye when closed

Example

Her eyelids felt heavy with sleep.

彼女のまぶたは眠気で重く感じた。

B2 verb /blʌʃ/

blush

顔を赤らめる

Meaning

to become red in the face due to embarrassment or shyness

Example

She blushed when he complimented her.

彼女は彼に褒められた時、顔が赤くなった。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsɪlər/

councilor

市議会議員

Meaning

an elected member of a council, especially a local government body

Example

The councilor held a public meeting to discuss local issues.

市議会議員は地元の問題を議論するために公開会議を開きました。

B2 noun/verb /hɜːrd/

herd

Meaning

a large group of animals of the same type that live and feed together; or to gather animals into a group.

Example

The shepherd herded the sheep into the pen.

B2 noun dɪˈstrækʃən

distraction

気晴らし

Meaning

Something that prevents concentration or takes attention away from something else.

Example

Distraction during study time can hinder learning.

勉強中の気晴らしは学習を妨げることがあります。

B2 noun /ˈskʌlp.tər/

Sculptor

彫刻家

Meaning

an artist who creates sculptures by carving, modeling, or shaping materials

Example

The sculptor spent months creating a beautiful marble statue.

彫刻家は美しい大理石の彫像を作るのに数ヶ月を費やしました。

B2 noun /ˈkɒpə/

copper

銅

Meaning

a reddish-brown metal used for electrical wiring, coins, and more

Example

Copper is a good conductor of electricity.

銅は良い電気導体です。

B2 adjective /ˈʃɒkɪŋ/

shocking

衝撃的な

Meaning

causing surprise or disbelief; startling

Example

The news of the accident was shocking to everyone.

事故のニュースは皆を衝撃的にしました。

B2 noun /ˌreɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃənz/

regulations

規制

Meaning

Rules or directives made and maintained by an authority.

Example

Strict regulations ensure fair practices.

厳格な規制は公正な慣行を確保します。

B2 noun /ˈrɛfjuːdʒ/

refuge

避難所

Meaning

a place that provides shelter or protection from danger or distress

Example

The villagers took refuge in the temple during the storm.

村人たちは嵐の間、寺院に避難した。

B2 noun ˌel.ɪ.dʒəˈbɪl.ə.ti

eligibility

適格性

Meaning

The state of having the right to do or obtain something through satisfaction of the appropriate conditions.

Example

Eligibility criteria maintain fairness.

適格基準は公平性を維持します。

B2 adjective; verb (past participle) /ˈɒkjʊpaɪd/

occupied

使用中の；占領された

Meaning

being in use or taken; filled or lived in; controlled or held by force

Example

The room is occupied, so please wait outside.

その部屋は使用中なので、外で待ってください。

B2 adjective /mɪsˈliːdɪŋ/

misleading

誤解を招く

Meaning

giving the wrong idea or impression

Example

The advertisement was misleading and gave false information.

その広告は誤解を招くもので、偽の情報を提供していました。

B2 noun /əˌrɪʒ.əˈnæl.ə.ti/

Originality

独創性

Meaning

the quality of being novel or unusual; the ability to think independently and creatively

Example

The artist's work showed great originality and creativity.

アーティストの作品は大きな独創性と創造性を示した。

B2 noun /ˈsuː.ɪ.saɪd/

Suicide

自殺

Meaning

the act of intentionally killing oneself

Example

Mental health professionals work to prevent suicide.

メンタルヘルスの専門家は自殺を防ぐために働いています。

B2 noun /læp/

Lap

ひざの上

Meaning

the flat area between the waist and knees of a seated person; one circuit of a track or course

Example

The cat curled up comfortably in her lap while she read her book.

猫は本を読みながら快適に彼女のひざの上で丸くなっていた。

B2 adjective /kəˈreɪdʒəs/

Courageous

勇敢な; 恐れを知らない; 危険に立ち向かう勇気を示す

Meaning

brave; fearless; showing courage in the face of danger

Example

The courageous firefighter rescued the family from the burning building.

勇敢な消防士は燃えている建物から家族を救出した。

B2 noun /ˈzaɪləfoʊn/

Xylophone

木琴

Meaning

a percussion instrument consisting of wooden bars that are struck with mallets to produce musical tones

Example

The children enjoyed playing the colorful xylophone in music class.

音楽の授業で、子どもたちは色とりどりの木琴を演奏するのを楽しんだ。

B2 verb /pɪntʃ/

pinch

つまむ

Meaning

to squeeze tightly between the fingers; to take a small amount

Example

She pinched a bit of salt into the soup.

彼女はスープに少し塩を加えました。

B2 adjective /ˈlʌvəbl̩/

loveable

幸福

Meaning

easy to love; endearing or charming

Example

The puppy was so loveable that everyone wanted to hold it.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠すことができませんでした。

B2 noun /ɪˈkweɪʒən/

equation

方程式

Meaning

a mathematical statement that shows the equality of two expressions

Example

He solved the equation to find the value of x.

彼はxの値を見つけるために方程式を解いた。

B2 noun /ˈreɪʃoʊ/

ratio

比率

Meaning

a relationship between two numbers showing how many times the first number contains the second

Example

The ratio of boys to girls in the class is 2:1.

クラスでの男の子と女の子の比率は2:1です。

B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.kli.hʊd/

likelihood

可能性

Meaning

the chance or probability of something happening

Example

There is a strong likelihood of rain tomorrow.

明日、雨が降る可能性が高いです。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈklaɪnd/

inclined

傾向がある

Meaning

having a tendency or disposition toward something

Example

He is inclined to help those in need.

彼は困っている人々を助ける傾向がある。

B2 verb /ˈhezɪteɪt/

hesitate

ためらう

Meaning

to pause before acting; to be uncertain about what to do

Example

Don't hesitate to ask for help.

助けを求めることを躊躇しないでください。

B2 noun /ˈdeb.ɪt/

Debit

デビット; 借金; 引き落とし

Meaning

an entry recording an amount owed; money taken from a bank account

Example

The bank showed a debit of fifty dollars from my checking account.

銀行は私の当座預金口座から50ドルのデビットを表示しました。

B2 noun /ˈwɔːfeər/

Warfare

戦争

Meaning

armed conflict between different countries or groups; the activity of fighting a war

Example

Modern warfare involves advanced technology and strategic planning.

現代の戦争には高度な技術と戦略的計画が含まれています。

B2 verb /ɛksˈheɪl/

exhale

息を吐く

Meaning

to breathe out air from the lungs

Example

She slowly exhaled after holding her breath.

彼女は息を止めた後、ゆっくりと息を吐き出した。

B2 noun /ˈpʌŋk.tʃər/

Puncture

パンク

Meaning

a small hole in a tire that causes air to escape

Example

I had to fix a puncture in my bicycle tire this morning.

今朝、自転車のタイヤのパンクを修理しなければなりませんでした。

B2 adverb /ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/

subsequently

その後

Meaning

at a later time; afterward

Example

He failed his exam and subsequently had to retake it.

彼は試験に失敗し、その後再試験を受けなければならなかった。

B2 adjective /ˈlʌv.ə.bəl/

Lovable

愛されるべき; 愛らしい

Meaning

deserving of love; endearing; adorable

Example

The puppy was so lovable that everyone wanted to adopt it.

その子犬はとても愛らしく、皆が養子にしたがっていた。

B2 noun /ˈdɔːr.mæt/

Door-mat

ドアマット

Meaning

a mat placed in front of a door for wiping feet

Example

Please wipe your feet on the door-mat before entering the house.

家に入る前にドアマットで足を拭いてください。

B2 verb /əˈveɪl/

avail

利用する

Meaning

to make use of something; to be of use or benefit

Example

You should avail yourself of this opportunity.

この機会を利用すべきです。

B2 noun /ɡriːnz/

Greens

葉物野菜

Meaning

Leafy vegetables such as spinach, lettuce, and cabbage

Example

Eating greens is important for good health.

葉物野菜を食べることは健康にとって重要です。

B2 adjective /ˌæksɪˈdɛntl/

accidental

偶然の

Meaning

happening by chance, unintentionally

Example

The fire was caused by an accidental spark.

火事は偶然の火花によって引き起こされました。

B2 noun /ˈliːtər/

litre

リットル

Meaning

a metric unit of volume equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters; commonly used to measure liquids

Example

She bought a litre of milk from the shop.

彼女は店で1リットルの牛乳を買いました。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnsɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

insignificant

重要でない

Meaning

Too small or unimportant to be worth considering.

Example

The cost was so insignificant that nobody noticed it.

そのコストは重要でなく、誰もそれに気づかなかった。

B2 noun /kəmˈpæʃ.ən/

Compassion

思いやり

Meaning

sympathetic concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others; deep awareness of suffering with a desire to help

Example

She showed great compassion towards the homeless children by providing them food and shelter.

彼女はホームレスの子供たちに食べ物と避難所を提供することで大きな思いやりを示しました。

B2 adjective /pəˈθet.ɪk/

Pathetic

哀れな; 惨めな

Meaning

arousing pity; extremely poor or inadequate

Example

His pathetic attempt to apologize made things worse.

彼の悲惨な謝罪の試みは事態をさらに悪化させた。

B2 adjective /ˈlɔɪ.əl/

Loyal

忠実な; 信頼できる; 忠誠心のある

Meaning

faithful; devoted; trustworthy

Example

He remained loyal to his friends through difficult times.

彼は困難な時期にも友達に忠実であり続けた。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsələr/

councillor

議員

Meaning

an elected member of a local council who helps make decisions and represent the community

Example

The councillor spoke to residents about improving local roads.

市議会議員は地域の道路について話しました。

B2 verb /swel/

swell

腫れる

Meaning

to become larger, rounder, or thicker; to increase in size

Example

Her ankle began to swell after the injury.

彼女の足首は怪我の後、腫れ始めました。

B2 verb /hætʃ/

hatch

孵化する

Meaning

to emerge from an egg; to devise or create a plan

Example

The bird will hatch from its egg soon.

鳥はすぐに卵から孵化します。

B2 verb /wɪðˈdrɔː/

withdraw

引き出す

Meaning

to take money out of an account; to remove or pull back

Example

She needs to withdraw money from the bank.

彼女は銀行からお金を引き出さなければならない。

B2 adjective ˈstrʌktʃərd

structured

構造化

Meaning

Having a clear organization or framework; systematically arranged.

Example

A structured execution plan is crucial for success.

構造化された実行計画は成功にとって重要です。

B2 adverb /ˈstɛdɪli/

steadily

着実に

Meaning

in a regular and continuous way; without stopping or changing

Example

The company's profits have been increasing steadily.

会社の利益は着実に増加しています。

B2 adjective /ˈprɛdʒədɪst/

prejudiced

偏見のある

Meaning

having or showing a dislike or bias against a person or group without proper reason

Example

He was prejudiced against people from other regions.

彼は他の地域の人々に対して偏見を持っていた。

B2 noun /beɪ/

Bay

湾

Meaning

a broad inlet of the sea where the land curves inward

Example

The boats are anchored in the bay.

ボートは湾に停泊しています。

B2 adjective /ˈpɪt.i.fəl/

pitiful

悲惨な, 哀れな, とても小さい

Meaning

deserving or arousing pity; very small or inadequate

Example

The team's performance was pitiful compared to last year.

チームのパフォーマンスは昨年に比べて悲惨でした。

B2 verb /ˈstreɪtən/

straighten

整える

Meaning

to make something straight or tidy; to correct or organize

Example

She straightened her hair before the meeting.

会議の前に彼女は髪を整えた。

B2 adjective /ˈhɜː.bəl/

herbal

ハーバル

Meaning

Made from or containing herbs, especially for medicinal purposes.

Example

Herbal remedies were widely used here.

ここではハーバル療法が広く使われていました。

B2 verb /ˈstræŋɡəl/

strangle

Meaning

to kill or stop someone or something by squeezing the throat or restricting flow

Example

The villain tried to strangle his opponent in the dark alley.

B2 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.zən.əs/

Poisonous

有毒; 毒性; 致命的

Meaning

containing poison; toxic; deadly

Example

The snake is highly poisonous and dangerous.

そのヘビは非常に有毒で危険です。

B2 adjective, verb /ˈnoʊtɪd/

noted

著名

Meaning

well known or famous; written down or observed

Example

He is a noted author in the field of history.

彼は歴史分野で著名な作家です。

B2 noun /ˈkæbɪnət/

Cabinet

キャビネット

Meaning

a piece of furniture with doors and shelves used for storage

Example

The kitchen cabinet is full of dishes and utensils.

キッチンキャビネットは皿と器具でいっぱいです。

B2 noun /mɒsk/

mosque

モスク

Meaning

A Muslim place of worship.

Example

They gathered at the mosque for the Friday prayer.

彼らは金曜日の祈りのためにモスクに集まりました。

B2 verb /ˈsprɪŋkəl/

sprinkle

Meaning

to scatter small drops or particles of a substance over a surface

Example

She sprinkled sugar on top of the cake.

B2 verb /ˈɪl.ə.streɪt/

illustrate

説明する

Meaning

to explain or make something clear by using examples, pictures, or comparisons

Example

The teacher used diagrams to illustrate the concept.

先生はその概念を説明するために図を使いました。

B2 noun /ˈoʊ.vər ɡroʊθ/

Over growth

過剰成長

Meaning

excessive growth beyond normal size; too much development or expansion

Example

The overgrowth of weeds made the garden look untidy.

雑草の過剰な繁茂が庭を乱雑に見せた。

B2 noun ˈæɡ.rɪ.kʌl.tʃɚ

agriculture

農業

Meaning

The science or practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil for the growing of crops and the rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and other products.

Example

Sustainable agriculture can help protect the environment.

持続可能な農業は環境保護に役立ちます。

B2 noun /sɔːrd/

Sword

剣

Meaning

a weapon with a long metal blade and a handle, used for fighting

Example

The knight drew his sword to defend the castle.

騎士は城を守るために剣を抜いた。

B2 adjective /ænˈdʒelɪk/

angelic

天使のような

Meaning

Like or characteristic of an angel; pure, kind, or innocent.

Example

The child had an angelic smile.

その子供は天使のような笑顔をしていました。

B2 adjective, noun /ədˈvaɪzəri/

advisory

アドバイザリー

Meaning

(adjective) having the power to give advice but not to make sure that it is followed; (noun) an official announcement containing information or a warning

Example

The committee serves in an advisory capacity to the board of directors.

委員会は取締役会にアドバイザリーの役割を果たしています。

B2 noun /ˈnɛtˌwɜːkɪŋ/

networking

ネットワーキング

Meaning

The action of establishing connections and relationships, especially for career or business purposes.

Example

Networking is important for career development.

ネットワーキングはキャリア開発にとって重要です。

B2 adjective /prɪˈdɪktəbəl/

predictable

予測可能

Meaning

able to be predicted or foreseen

Example

His reactions were predictable based on his past behavior.

彼の反応は過去の行動に基づいて予測可能でした。

B2 noun /plʌɡ/

plug

プラグ

Meaning

a device used to connect or block an opening

Example

She inserted the plug into the socket.

彼女はソケットにプラグを差し込みました。

B2 adjective /ɪkˌsperɪˈmentl/

experimental

実験的

Meaning

based on untested ideas or techniques; relating to experiments or testing

Example

The scientists developed an experimental drug to treat cancer.

科学者たちは癌を治療するために実験的な薬を開発しました。

B2 noun /ˈsaɪkloʊn/

cyclone

サイクロン

Meaning

a large-scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure; a violent tropical storm

Example

The cyclone caused severe flooding along the coast.

サイクロンは沿岸地域に深刻な洪水を引き起こした。

B2 verb /ˈreɡjəleɪt/

regulate

規制する

Meaning

to control or maintain according to rules or laws

Example

The government regulates food safety.

政府は食品安全を規制しています。