B2 noun /ˈæplɪkənt/

applicant

応募者

Meaning

a person who applies for something, such as a job or a position

Example

The applicant was interviewed for the position.

応募者はそのポジションのために面接されました。

B2 noun /dɪsˈɡʌst/

Disgust

嫌悪

Meaning

a feeling of revulsion or strong disapproval aroused by something unpleasant

Example

She expressed her disgust at the politician's corrupt behavior openly.

彼女は政治家の腐敗行為に対する嫌悪を公然と表現しました。

B2 noun /ˌɒn.trə.prəˈnɜːr/

Entrepreneur

ビジネスや複数のビジネスを組織し運営する人

Meaning

a person who organizes and operates a business or businesses

Example

The young entrepreneur started her own tech company at age 22.

若い起業家は22歳で自分のテクノロジー企業を立ち上げました。

B2 noun /trəˈdɪʃ.ən.əl ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi/

traditional economy

伝統経済

Meaning

An economic system based on customs and traditions, often involving barter trade.

Example

Tribes still practice a traditional economy based on barter trade.

部族はまだ物々交換に基づいた伝統経済を実践しています。

B2 noun /dɪˈdʌk.ʃən/

deduction

推論

Meaning

The process of reaching a conclusion through logical reasoning.

Example

His deduction from the evidence was accurate.

証拠から彼の推論は正確でした。

B2 noun pɪər ˈɪnfluəns

peer influence

仲間の影響

Meaning

The effect that members of a peer group have on each other, especially in terms of behavior, attitudes, and decision-making.

Example

Peer influence can shape juvenile behavior significantly.

仲間の影響は、若者の行動に大きな影響を与えることがあります。

B2 adjective /ɡeɪ/

gay

ゲイ

Meaning

sexually attracted to people of the same sex; also used to mean cheerful or lively

Example

He came out as gay during college.

彼は大学でゲイであることをカミングアウトした。

B2 adjective /ræʃ/

rash

軽率, 無謀

Meaning

Acting quickly without careful consideration; reckless.

Example

It was a rash decision to invest without research.

調査なしで投資するのは無謀な決断だった。

B2 noun /ˌɒb.zəˈveɪ.ʃənz/

observations

観察

Meaning

The action or process of observing something carefully.

Example

Observations of distant galaxies provide new insights.

遠くの銀河の観察は新たな洞察を提供します。

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 /ˈmaɪnd.fʊl.nəs/

mindfulness

マインドフルネス

Meaning

The basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we're doing.

Example

Mindfulness practices improve focus and emotional balance.

マインドフルネスの実践は集中力と感情のバランスを改善します。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnt/

intent

意図

Meaning

the purpose or reason behind an action; a strong determination to do something

Example

Her intent was to improve the quality of education in the community.

彼女の意図はコミュニティの教育の質を向上させることでした。

B2 noun /ˈrʊki/

rookie

初心者

Meaning

a person who is new to an activity or organization; a beginner

Example

The rookie policeman made a few mistakes on his first day.

新米警官は初日にいくつかのミスを犯しました。

B2 noun /jɔːn/

Yawn

あくび

Meaning

an involuntary opening of the mouth and inhalation of air due to tiredness or boredom

Example

She couldn't suppress a yawn during the boring lecture.

退屈な講義の最中にあくびを抑えることができなかった。

B2 verb /oʊˈmɪt/

omit

省略する

Meaning

to leave out or exclude; to fail to include something

Example

Please don't omit any important details from your report.

レポートから重要な詳細を省略しないでください。

B2 adverb /ˈaʊtraɪt/

Outright

直接に; 完全に; ためらわずに

Meaning

completely; directly; without reservation or concealment

Example

She rejected the proposal outright.

彼女はその提案を直接拒否した。

B2 noun /fɔːrˈmeɪʃən/

formation

形成

Meaning

the action of forming or process of being formed

Example

The formation of the new company took several months.

新しい会社の形成には数ヶ月かかりました。

B2 adjective /rɪˈsɔːrsfəl/

resourceful

Meaning

Having the ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.

Example

She is very resourceful when it comes to solving unexpected problems.

B2 noun/verb /dɪˈpɑːzɪt/

deposit

預金, 手付金

Meaning

to place money in a bank account, or a sum paid in advance as security; a layer of material left naturally

Example

She deposited $500 into her savings account.

彼女は貯金口座に500ドルを預けました。

B2 noun /fiːst/

Feast

祝宴; 宴会

Meaning

a large meal, typically one in celebration of something; an annual religious celebration

Example

The wedding feast included traditional dishes from both families' cultures.

結婚式の祝宴には両家の文化からの伝統的な料理が含まれていました。

B2 noun /baɪˈɒɡrəfi/

Biography

伝記

Meaning

an account of someone's life written by someone else; the story of a person's life

Example

I'm reading a fascinating biography of Albert Einstein.

私はアルバート・アインシュタインの魅力的な伝記を読んでいます。

B2 noun /ˈsɜr.neɪm/

Surname

苗字

Meaning

a hereditary name common to all members of a family; family name

Example

Please write your first name and surname on the form.

フォームに名前と苗字を書いてください。

B2 adjective /ˈdɪl.ɪ.dʒənt/

Diligent

勤勉な

Meaning

hardworking and careful; showing persistent effort

Example

She is a diligent student who studies every day.

彼女は毎日勉強している勤勉な学生です。

B2 adjective /ˌɔːɡənaɪˈzeɪʃənəl/

organizational

組織的

Meaning

relating to the structure or arrangement of a company or group

Example

He works on improving the organizational structure of the company.

彼は会社の組織構造を改善するために働いています。

B2 adjective /ˈlɒŋ ˈstændɪŋ/

long-standing

長期的な

Meaning

having existed or continued for a long period of time

Example

They have a long-standing relationship with their suppliers.

彼らは供給業者との長期的な関係を持っています。

B2 noun /ɡreɪs/

grace

優雅, エレガンス

Meaning

simple elegance or refined movement; goodwill and kindness

Example

She moved with grace across the stage.

彼女は舞台を優雅に歩いた。

B2 verb /ɪkˈsɛl/

excel

優れる

Meaning

to be exceptionally good at or proficient in an activity or subject

Example

She always tries to excel in her studies.

彼女はいつも勉強で優れた成果を上げようとしています。

B2 verb /kənˈfaɪd/

confide

Meaning

To tell someone about a secret or private matter while trusting them not to repeat it.

Example

He confided his worries to his best friend.

B2 noun /ˈlæv.ən.dər/

Lavender

ラベンダー

Meaning

a fragrant purple flowering plant used in perfumes and aromatherapy

Example

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。

B2 adverb /ˈvɜː.tʃu.ə.li/

Virtually

実質的に; ほぼ;

Meaning

nearly; almost; in effect though not in name

Example

The building was virtually destroyed in the earthquake.

その建物は地震でほぼ破壊されました。

B2 adverb /ˈəʊvəli/

overly

過度に

Meaning

to an excessive degree or extent

Example

She was overly concerned about the results.

彼女は結果について過度に心配していた。

B2 verb /kənˈsoʊl/

console

慰める

Meaning

to comfort someone who is sad or disappointed; to provide solace

Example

She tried to console her friend after the loss.

彼女は失った後、友達を慰めようとしました。

B2 noun /ˈfreɪ.ɡrəns/

Fragrance

香り; 香水

Meaning

a pleasant, sweet smell; a perfume or cologne

Example

The fragrance of jasmine flowers filled the entire garden in the evening.

ジャスミンの花の香りが夕方、庭全体に広がった。

B2 noun /ˈʃeɪndʒ ˈmænɪdʒmənt/

change management

チェンジマネジメント

Meaning

The discipline that guides how we prepare, equip and support individuals, teams and organizations in making organizational change.

Example

Change management ensures smooth transitions.

チェンジマネジメントはスムーズな移行を保証します。

B2 noun /stɔːrk/

Stork

コウノトリ

Meaning

large wading bird with long legs and a long neck

Example

The stork built its nest on top of the tall chimney.

そのコウノトリは高い煙突の上に巣を作った。

B2 noun /ˈkænən/

Cannon

大砲

Meaning

large heavy gun that fires cannonballs or shells

Example

The castle was defended by several large cannons.

城は数台の大きなキャノンで守られていた。

B2 adverb /ˈtaɪtli/

Tightly

しっかり; 強く

Meaning

in a tight manner; firmly; securely

Example

Hold the rope tightly so you don't fall.

ロープをしっかり持って、落ちないようにします。

B2 adjective /blʌnt/

blunt

鈍い、率直な

Meaning

not sharp; direct and straightforward in speech

Example

Her blunt remarks offended some people.

彼女の率直な言葉は何人かの人々を傷つけた。

B2 noun ˈkrɪp.toʊˌkɝː.ən.si

cryptocurrency

暗号通貨

Meaning

Decentralized digital currency operated using blockchain technology.

Example

Bitcoin is the most popular cryptocurrency in the market.

ビットコインは市場で最も人気のある暗号通貨です。

B2 noun /ˈmɛmoʊ/

memo

Meaning

a written message, typically in a business setting

Example

He wrote a memo to the staff about the upcoming meeting.

B2 noun /ˈraɪvəlri/

Rivalry

ライバル関係; 競争

Meaning

competition for the same objective or for superiority in the same field; the state of being rivals

Example

The rivalry between the two teams made the match exciting.

二つのチーム間のライバル関係が試合を興奮させた。

B2 verb /ˈrɛkən/

reckon

推測する

Meaning

To think, believe, or expect something; to calculate or estimate.

Example

I reckon it will rain later today.

今日は後で雨が降るだろうと思います。

B2 noun /ˈbaɪoʊ ˌdeɪtə/

Bio-data

履歴書

Meaning

biographical data; a resume or curriculum vitae containing personal and professional information

Example

Please submit your bio-data along with the job application.

履歴書を求人応募書類と一緒に提出してください。

B2 noun/verb /eɪp/

ape

尾のない猿に似た大型の霊長類 / まねする

Meaning

a large primate similar to a monkey but without a tail; as a verb, to imitate or mimic

Example

Children often ape the behavior of adults.

子供たちは大人の行動をよくまねします。

B2 noun /leɪs/

Lace

レース

Meaning

a delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern; a cord or string for fastening

Example

She wore a beautiful dress decorated with intricate lace patterns.

彼女は複雑なレース模様で飾られた美しいドレスを着ていた。

B2 adjective /boʊld/

Bold

大胆; 自信; 勇敢

Meaning

brave; confident; daring

Example

He made a bold decision to start his own business.

彼は自分のビジネスを始めるために大胆な決断を下しました。

B2 noun /ˈwɜːrkɪŋ mæn/

working-man

労働者

Meaning

a man engaged in manual labor or industrial work, often considered as part of the working class

Example

The working-man fought hard for better wages and conditions.

労働者はより良い賃金と条件のために懸命に戦った。

B2 noun /maɪˈnɔːr.ɪ.ti/

minority

少数派

Meaning

A smaller number or part, especially a group differing from the majority.

Example

The law aims to protect the rights of ethnic minorities.

この法律は、民族的少数派の権利を保護することを目的としています。

B2 adjective ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntl

instrumental

重要な

Meaning

Serving as a crucial means, agent, or tool; having a part in bringing about a result.

Example

Children can be instrumental in building a better society.

子供たちは、より良い社会を作るために重要な役割を果たすことができます。

B2 noun /ˈtʃer.i ˌblɒs.əm/

Cherry Blossom

さくらの花

Meaning

the pink or white flowers of a cherry tree that bloom in spring

Example

The cherry blossoms bloom beautifully in April.

桜の花は4月に美しく咲きます。

B2 adjective /kənˈsek.jə.tɪv/

Consecutive

連続的な

Meaning

following each other in uninterrupted succession; sequential

Example

She won three consecutive matches in the tournament.

彼女はトーナメントで3回連続して試合に勝ちました。

B2 noun /ˈbɒmər/

Bomber

爆撃機

Meaning

military aircraft designed to drop bombs on targets

Example

The bomber squadron flew over the city at dawn.

爆撃機部隊は夜明けに都市の上を飛んだ。

B2 adjective /ˈdɛntəl/

dental

歯科の

Meaning

relating to teeth or dentistry

Example

She goes for a dental checkup every six months.

彼女は6か月ごとに歯科検診を受けます。

B2 verb /ʃɛd/

shed

落ちる

Meaning

to let something fall off naturally, such as leaves, hair, or tears

Example

Trees shed their leaves in autumn.

木々は秋に葉を落とします。

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 ˈtrækɪŋ ˈprɒɡrɛs

tracking progress

進捗追跡

Meaning

The process of monitoring and evaluating advancement towards goals or objectives.

Example

Regular tracking progress helps in achieving long-term goals.

定期的な進捗の追跡は、長期的な目標を達成するのに役立ちます。

B2 verb əˈkwaɪər

acquire

取得する

Meaning

To gain or obtain something, especially knowledge or skills, through effort or experience.

Example

Volunteers acquire new skills through their experiences.

ボランティアは自分の経験を通じて新しいスキルを取得します。

B2 noun /ˈɪn.flu.ən.sər/

Influencer

インフルエンサー, 商品を勧める人

Meaning

A person with the ability to influence potential buyers of a product or service by promoting or recommending the items on social media.

Example

Social media influencers shape consumer preferences.

ソーシャルメディアのインフルエンサーは消費者の好みを形作っています。

B2 noun /kloʊv/

Clove

クローブ

Meaning

aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family Myrtaceae, used as a spice

Example

She added a few cloves to the mulled wine for extra flavor.

彼女はワインにいくつかのクローブを加えて、風味を増しました。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtækt/

intact

完全

Meaning

Remaining whole, complete, and undamaged.

Example

Despite the storm, the old house remained intact.

嵐にもかかわらず、古い家は完全な状態を保っていました。

B2 noun /ˈkæp.sɪ.kəm/

Capsicum

ピーマン

Meaning

sweet pepper; bell pepper; colorful vegetable used in cooking

Example

Add red and green capsicum to make the dish colorful and nutritious.

赤と緑のピーマンを加えて、料理を色鮮やかで栄養満点にしましょう。

B2 adjective, noun /ˌɪn.təlˈɛk.tʃu.əl/

intellectual

知的な

Meaning

Relating to the intellect; a person who engages in critical thinking and study.

Example

She enjoys intellectual discussions about philosophy.

彼女は哲学についての知的な議論を楽しんでいます。

B2 noun /ˈsɜːrkɪt/

circuit

回路 / 電気回路

Meaning

A roughly circular line, route, or movement that starts and ends at the same place; also an electrical pathway.

Example

The runners completed the circuit around the park.

ランナーは公園の周りの回路を完了しました。

B2 noun /ɪkˈses/

Excess

過剰; 余分

Meaning

an amount of something that is more than necessary, permitted, or desirable

Example

The excess food from the party was donated to the local shelter.

パーティーからの余剰食料は地元のシェルターに寄付されました。

B2 noun /saɪˈkaɪətri/

psychiatry

精神医学

Meaning

the branch of medicine focused on the study and treatment of mental illness

Example

She decided to study psychiatry to help people with mental health issues.

彼女は精神疾患に苦しむ人々を助けるために精神医学を学ぶことを決めました。

B2 noun /æŋˈzaɪ.ə.ti/

anxiety

不安や神経質

Meaning

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

Example

Meditation helps reduce anxiety and stress.

瞑想は不安とストレスを軽減するのに役立ちます。

B2 noun ˈhæbɪtæt lɒs

Habitat Loss

生息地喪失

Meaning

The destruction or disappearance of natural environments where organisms live.

Example

Habitat loss is one of the biggest threats to butterflies.

生息地の喪失は蝶々にとって最大の脅威の一つです。

B2 adjective /ˈærəɡənt/

Arrogant

傲慢; 高慢

Meaning

having an exaggerated sense of one's importance; proud

Example

His arrogant behavior made him very unpopular.

彼の傲慢な態度は彼を非常に不人気にした。

B2 adjective /rɪˈstrɪk.tɪd/

Restricted

制限された; 制御された; 制限付き

Meaning

limited or controlled; subject to restrictions

Example

Access to this area is restricted to authorized personnel only.

このエリアへのアクセスは、認可されたスタッフのみが制限されています。

B2 noun /kəʊˌɔːdɪˈneɪʃən/

coordination

調整

Meaning

the process of organizing different elements to work together effectively

Example

The coordination between the teams was flawless.

チーム間の調整は完璧でした。

B2 adjective /ˈstaɪ.lɪʃ/

Stylish

流行に敏感で魅力的な; 外見に優雅さや味を持つ

Meaning

fashionable and attractive; having elegance or taste in appearance

Example

She wore a stylish dress to the party.

彼女はパーティーでスタイリッシュなドレスを着ていた。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈɑːrmd/

unarmed

非武装

Meaning

Not equipped with or carrying weapons

Example

The police found the suspect unarmed during the search.

警察は捜索中に容疑者が武装していないことを発見した。

B2 noun /ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

certification

認定

Meaning

the process of officially recognizing or confirming that something or someone meets required standards; an official document proving qualification

Example

She received her professional certification after completing the training program.

彼女は研修プログラムを修了した後、専門的な認定を取得しました。

B2 adverb /pɪˈkju:.li.ə.li/

Peculiarly

奇妙に; 異常に

Meaning

in a strange or unusual way; in a manner that is distinctive or characteristic

Example

She dressed peculiarly for the formal dinner, wearing bright colors and unusual patterns.

彼女はフォーマルディナーのために、明るい色と珍しい柄の服を着て、特異な方法でドレスアップしました。

B2 adjective /ˈɡræs.i/

Grassy

草の生えた

Meaning

covered with grass; resembling grass in color; green like grass

Example

The grassy field stretched as far as the eye could see.

草原は視界の彼方まで広がっていた。

B2 verb /ˈkɪdnæp/

kidnap

誘拐する

Meaning

to take someone away illegally by force

Example

The criminals kidnapped the wealthy businessman.

犯罪者は裕福なビジネスマンを誘拐しました。

B2 adjective /ˈdred.fəl/

Dreadful

恐ろしい; 恐怖を引き起こす; 恐ろしい

Meaning

extremely bad or unpleasant; causing fear or suffering; terrible

Example

The weather was dreadful during our vacation.

私たちの休暇中、天気は恐ろしかった。

B2 noun /ˈfrɪkʃən/

friction

摩擦

Meaning

the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another; conflict or tension between people or groups

Example

There was friction between the two departments over resource allocation.

リソース配分に関して、二つの部門間に摩擦がありました。

B2 noun ˈtɒksɪk ˈɡæsɪz

toxic gases

有毒ガス

Meaning

Poisonous or harmful gases that can cause illness or death

Example

Toxic gases from industries contribute to air pollution.

産業からの有毒ガスは大気汚染に貢献しています。

B2 verb /flɜːrt/

flirt

Meaning

to behave as if you are attracted to someone, but not in a serious way

Example

She often flirts with her colleagues at work.

B2 noun /prɒkˈsɪmɪti/

proximity

接近

Meaning

Nearness in space, time, or relationship.

Example

The proximity of the school to her house made it convenient.

学校が彼女の家の近くにあるため、それは便利でした。

B2 verb /ˈkaʊnsəl/

counsel

助言する

Meaning

to give professional advice or guidance to someone

Example

The teacher counseled the students on their career choices.

先生は学生にキャリア選択についてアドバイスしました。

B2 noun /əˈkɔːrdəns/

accordance

一致

Meaning

agreement or harmony with something; compliance with rules, laws, or wishes

Example

The policy was implemented in accordance with international law.

その方針は国際法に従って実施された。

B2 noun /ˈtɔːr.ment/

Torment

苦しみ; 苦痛

Meaning

severe physical or mental suffering; extreme pain or anguish

Example

The prisoner endured years of torment in solitary confinement.

囚人は独房で何年もの苦しみに耐えました。

B2 adjective /kənˈdʒɛstɪd/

congested

渋滞

Meaning

Blocked up with too much traffic or crowding.

Example

The road was congested during rush hour.

ラッシュアワー中、道路は渋滞していました。

B2 noun /ˈseɪf.ɡɑːrd/

Safeguard

保護措置

Meaning

measure or action designed to protect someone or something

Example

New safeguards were implemented to prevent data breaches.

データ漏洩を防ぐために新しい保護措置が実施されました。

B2 verb /ˌriːəˈreɪndʒ/

rearrange

再配置する

Meaning

to change the order or position of something

Example

She decided to rearrange the furniture in her living room.

彼女はリビングルームの家具を再配置することに決めました。

B2 noun /ˈbɛriəl/

burial

埋葬

Meaning

the act of placing a dead body into the ground.

Example

The burial ceremony took place in the afternoon.

埋葬の儀式は午後に行われた。

B2 adjective /ˈmɒdɪst/

modest

Meaning

Having or showing a humble estimate of one’s importance; simple and not extravagant.

Example

She lives in a modest house in the countryside.

B2 adjective ˌæs.trəˈnɒm.ɪ.kəl

astronomical

天文学的

Meaning

Relating to astronomy; extremely large in amount or extent.

Example

The astronomical price reflects its exclusivity.

天文学的な価格はその排他性を反映しています。

B2 noun /koʊˈɪn.sɪ.dəns/

Coincidence

偶然

Meaning

a remarkable occurrence of events or circumstances without apparent causal connection; chance happening

Example

It was a strange coincidence that they both wore the same dress to the party.

それは奇妙な偶然だった、彼ら二人は同じドレスを着てパーティーに行った。

B2 verb /ˈflætər/

flatter

過度または不誠実にお世辞を言って、恩恵を得る

Meaning

to praise excessively or insincerely to gain favor

Example

He tried to flatter his boss to get a promotion.

彼は昇進を得るために上司をお世辞で持ち上げようとした。

B2 noun /ɔːˈræŋ.ʊˌtæŋ/

Orang-Outang

オランウータン

Meaning

a large arboreal ape with long reddish hair, long arms, and hooked hands and feet, native to Borneo and Sumatra

Example

The orangutan swings gracefully through the forest canopy.

オランウータンは森の樹冠を優雅に渡ります。

B2 noun /ˈpes.ə.mɪst/

Pessimist

悲観主義者

Meaning

a person who tends to see the worst aspect of things or believes that the worst will happen; someone who lacks hope or confidence in the future

Example

Being a pessimist, he always expected the worst outcome.

悲観主義者として、彼はいつも最悪の結果を期待していました。

B2 adjective /ˈɛθnɪk/

ethnic

民族的

Meaning

relating to a population subgroup with a common national or cultural tradition

Example

The festival celebrated the city's diverse ethnic communities.

フェスティバルは都市のさまざまな民族のコミュニティを祝いました。

B2 verb /ˈhʌvər/

hover

空中で一箇所に留まる、前後に動かない

Meaning

to remain in the air in one place without moving forward or backward

Example

The helicopter hovered over the city.

ヘリコプターは街の上空で浮かんでいました。

B2 adverb /ˈdɛspərətli/

desperately

必死に

Meaning

in a way that shows despair or great need

Example

He called for help desperately after the accident.

事故後、彼は必死に助けを求めた。

B2 verb /rɪˈliːv/

relieve

Meaning

to make pain, distress, or difficulty less severe or serious

Example

The medicine helped relieve his headache.

B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.θən/

Python

ニシキヘビ

Meaning

a large non-venomous snake that kills prey by constriction

Example

The python wrapped around its prey tightly.

ニシキヘビは獲物をきつく巻きつけました。

B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈlʊk/

overlook

見落とす

Meaning

to fail to notice or consider something; to have a view from above

Example

It's easy to overlook small details when you're in a hurry.

急いでいると、細かい点を見落とすことがあります。

B2 verb, noun /kəˈmjuːt/

commute

通勤

Meaning

Verb: to travel regularly between home and work; Noun: the journey to and from work.

Example

He commutes two hours every day to reach his office.

彼は毎日オフィスに着くために二時間通勤している。

B2 noun /dəˈmeɪn/

domain

領域

Meaning

An area of knowledge, activity, or territory over which control is exercised.

Example

Mathematics is her main domain of expertise.

数学は彼女の主な専門領域です。

B2 verb /priːtʃ/

preach

説教する

Meaning

to deliver a religious or moral talk, often in a church setting

Example

The pastor preached about forgiveness and kindness.

牧師は許しと親切について説教しました。

B2 noun əˈmendmənt

amendment

修正案

Meaning

A minor change in a document.

Example

The amendment was not supported.

その修正案は支持されませんでした。

B2 adjective /ˌmʌltɪˈlɪŋɡwəl/

multilingual

多言語の

Meaning

Able to speak or written in several languages.

Example

She grew up in a multilingual household.

彼女は多言語の家庭で育ちました。

B2 noun ˈskeə.sɪ.ti

scarcity

不足

Meaning

The state of being scarce or in short supply; shortage.

Example

Water scarcity threatens agriculture.

水不足が農業に脅威を与えている。

B2 verb /stɜːr/

stir

かき混ぜる

Meaning

to mix or move something in a circular motion, especially in liquid

Example

She stirred the soup to make sure it didn't burn.

彼女はスープをかき混ぜて、焦げないようにした。

B2 verb /ˈpjʊərɪfaɪ/

purify

浄化する

Meaning

to make clean or pure; to remove impurities

Example

This filter will purify the water effectively.

このフィルターは水を効果的に浄化します。

B2 noun /kreɪn/

Crane

クレーン

Meaning

a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects

Example

The graceful crane stood motionless by the water's edge.

優雅なクレーンは水辺に静止して立っていた。

B2 verb /skɪm/

skim

素早く読む

Meaning

to move quickly over a surface or to read something quickly

Example

She skimmed through the report before the meeting.

彼女は会議の前にレポートをサッと読みました。

B2 adjective, adverb /ˈneɪʃənˌwaɪd/

nationwide

全国規模

Meaning

existing or happening throughout an entire nation

Example

The campaign received nationwide support.

キャンペーンは全国的な支持を得ました。

B2 noun /ˈreɪtɪŋ/

rating

評価

Meaning

an evaluation or assessment, usually numerical

Example

The movie received a high rating from critics.

その映画は批評家から高い評価を受けました。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsəlɪŋ/

counseling

カウンセリング

Meaning

professional guidance or therapy to help resolve personal or psychological problems

Example

She decided to go for counseling after feeling stressed for months.

数ヶ月間ストレスを感じた後、彼女はカウンセリングを受けることを決意しました。

B2 noun ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənt

antioxidant

抗酸化物質

Meaning

A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage by neutralizing free radicals.

Example

Green tea contains powerful antioxidants that slow aging.

緑茶には老化を遅らせる強力な抗酸化物質が含まれています。

B2 noun /ˈtɛnənsi/

tenancy

賃貸契約

Meaning

The possession or occupation of land or property as a tenant.

Example

The tenancy agreement was signed for two years.

賃貸契約は2年間で署名されました。

B2 noun /pərˈsɪstəns/

persistence

粘り強さ

Meaning

the quality of continuing steadily despite problems or difficulties

Example

His persistence finally paid off when he got the job.

彼の粘り強さは最終的に報われ、仕事を得ることができました。

B2 noun ˌnæv.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən

navigation

ナビゲーション

Meaning

The process or activity of accurately ascertaining one's position and planning and following a route.

Example

GPS technology has improved the navigation of self-driving cars.

GPS技術は自動運転車のナビゲーションを改善しました。

B2 adjective /ˈɡlɒsi/

glossy

光沢のある

Meaning

Shiny and smooth in appearance; attractive on the surface but sometimes lacking depth.

Example

She bought a glossy magazine from the store.

彼女は店で光沢のある雑誌を買いました。

B2 adjective /ˈhændi/

handy

使いやすい

Meaning

convenient to use or easily accessible; skillful with the hands

Example

This pocket knife is very handy when you go camping.

このポケットナイフはキャンプの時に非常に便利です。

B2 adjective /sɪˈlek.tɪv/

Selective

選択的

Meaning

relating to or involving careful selection; choosy about what to accept

Example

The university has a selective admission process for new students.

大学には新入生のための選択的な入学プロセスがあります。

B2 verb /skrʌb/

scrub

こする

Meaning

To rub hard so as to clean, typically with a brush and water.

Example

Excessive scrubbing of the eyes is harmful.

目をこすることは過剰で有害です。