B1 adjective /ɑːrmd/

armed

武装した

Meaning

equipped with or carrying weapons

Example

The bank was robbed by armed men.

銀行は武装した男たちに襲われた。

B1 noun /ˈrʌbər/

rubber

幸福

Meaning

a tough elastic substance made from the latex of tropical plants or synthetically, used for making tires, boots, and other products.

Example

The tires are made of natural rubber.

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。

B1 noun /ˈref.ər.əns/

Reference

参考文献

Meaning

the action of mentioning or alluding to something; a source of information

Example

Please provide references to support your research claims.

研究の主張を支持するために参考文献を提供してください。

B1 noun /ˈtʃæn.əl/

Channel

チャンネル; 水路; 手段;

Meaning

a television or radio station; a passage for water or other liquids; a means of communication

Example

The news channel provided live coverage of the important event.

ニュースチャンネルは重要なイベントのライブ放送を提供しました。

B1 verb /rɪˈliːs/

release

解放する

Meaning

to set free; to allow something to escape or go away

Example

The prisoner was released after ten years.

囚人は10年後に解放されました。

B1 adjective /ˈdʒɛnjʊɪn/

genuine

本物

Meaning

real and authentic; not fake or artificial

Example

This is a genuine leather bag.

これは本物の革のバッグです。

B1 verb /krɔːl/

crawl

這う

Meaning

to move slowly on hands and knees; to move very slowly

Example

The baby crawled across the floor to reach the toy.

赤ちゃんはおもちゃを取るために床をハイハイしていました。

B1 verb /ʌnˈræp/

unwrap

包みを開ける

Meaning

remove wrapping or covering from something; reveal something gradually or clearly

Example

She carefully unwrapped the gift with excitement.

彼女は興奮しながら慎重に贈り物の包みを開けた。

B1 noun /ˈlɔː.jər/

Lawyer

弁護士

Meaning

a person who practices or studies law; an attorney or a counselor

Example

She hired a lawyer to handle her case.

彼女は自分の案件を処理するために弁護士を雇った。

B1 noun /ˌsɪvɪlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

civilization

文明

Meaning

the stage of human social and cultural development and organization considered most advanced

Example

Ancient Egypt is known for its remarkable civilization.

古代エジプトはその優れた文明で知られています。

B1 adjective ɪˈməʊʃənl

emotional

感情的

Meaning

Having feelings that are easily excited and openly displayed.

Example

Visiting the burial site made him emotional.

埋葬地を訪れることで彼は感情的になった。

B1 noun /ˈhʌŋɡər/

hunger

飢餓

Meaning

the feeling of discomfort caused by lack of food

Example

The child cried out of hunger.

その子供は飢えで泣いていました。

B1 noun /ˈɔː.θər/

Author

著者

Meaning

a person who writes books, articles, or other written work

Example

The author spent three years writing her bestselling novel.

その著者は、彼女のベストセラー小説を書くのに3年を費やしました。

B1 noun /ˈær.əb/

arab

Meaning

a person belonging to the Semitic people of the Middle East and North Africa

Example

He is an Arab living in Dubai.

B1 noun ˈklaɪ.mət tʃeɪndʒ

climate change

気候変動

Meaning

A change in global or regional climate patterns, attributed largely to the increased levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide produced by the use of fossil fuels.

Example

Climate change is causing more natural disasters.

気候変動は、より多くの自然災害を引き起こしています。

B1 verb /klæp/

clap

Meaning

To strike the palms of the hands together, usually to express approval or create a sharp sound.

Example

The audience began to clap loudly after the performance.

B1 verb /kənˈsʌlt/

consult

相談する

Meaning

To seek advice or information from someone with expertise.

Example

You should consult a doctor before starting the treatment.

治療を始める前に、医師に相談するべきです。

B1 noun /ˈmɪd.naɪt/

Midnight

真夜中; 夜の真ん中

Meaning

Twelve o'clock at night; the middle of the night

Example

The clock struck midnight and the new day began.

時計は真夜中を打ち、新しい日が始まりました。

B1 adjective /ˈɛstɪmeɪtɪd/

estimated

見積もりの

Meaning

roughly calculated or judged; an approximate value or amount

Example

The estimated cost of the project is five million dollars.

そのプロジェクトの見積もりコストは500万ドルです。

B1 adjective /ˈfɒɡi/

foggy

霧の

Meaning

Full of or covered with fog; unclear or hazy.

Example

The mountain road was dangerous on the foggy morning.

山道は霧の朝に危険でした。

B1 verb /loʊˈkeɪt/

locate

位置を特定する

Meaning

to find the exact position or place of something

Example

They managed to locate the missing keys under the couch.

彼らはソファの下で失われた鍵を見つけることに成功しました。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈplɛz.ənt/

Unpleasant

不快な

Meaning

not giving or causing pleasure; disagreeable

Example

The medicine had an unpleasant taste.

その薬は不快な味がしました。

B1 noun /ˈfæn.si/

Fancy

興味; 想像やファンタジー

Meaning

a feeling of liking or wanting something; imagination or fantasy

Example

The child had a fancy for becoming a famous astronaut when he grew up.

その子供は大きくなったら有名な宇宙飛行士になることを夢見ていました。

B1 noun /ˈɡɪvər/

giver

与える人

Meaning

a person who gives something

Example

She was always a generous giver to charity.

彼女はいつも慈善団体への寛大なギヴァーでした。

B1 noun /ˈɡæðərɪŋ/

gathering

集まり

Meaning

a meeting or assembly of people for a particular purpose

Example

We attended a family gathering last weekend.

私たちは先週末、家族の集まりに参加しました。

B1 noun /ˈflaʊər veɪs/

Flower-vase

花瓶

Meaning

a decorative container used to hold cut flowers

Example

She placed beautiful roses in the flower vase on the table.

彼女はテーブルの上に花瓶に美しいバラを置きました。

B1 adjective /ɪkˈspɛktɪd/

expected

予期された

Meaning

Regarded as likely to happen; anticipated or predicted.

Example

The unemployment rate is expected to decline further.

失業率はさらに低下すると予想されています。

B1 noun aɪˈdɛntɪti

identity

アイデンティティ

Meaning

The fact of being who or what a person or thing is; the characteristics determining who or what a person or thing is.

Example

The day reinforces our national identity.

その日は私たちの国民的アイデンティティを強化します。

B1 adverb /ˈtɛrəbli/

terribly

ひどく

Meaning

to a very great or extreme degree; very badly or unpleasantly

Example

He felt terribly sad after hearing the news.

彼はそのニュースを聞いた後、ひどく悲しく感じました。

B1 adjective /rɪˈpiː.tɪd/

Repeated

繰り返しの; 多くの回発生する

Meaning

done again; happening again; occurring multiple times

Example

He made repeated attempts to contact her.

彼は何度も彼女に連絡を試みました。

B1 verb /spɔɪl/

spoil

台無しにする

Meaning

to damage or ruin something

Example

The rain spoiled the outdoor event.

雨が屋外イベントを台無しにした。

B1 verb /skɪp/

skip

スキップする

Meaning

to omit or pass over something; to move lightly or quickly

Example

He decided to skip breakfast and go straight to work.

彼は朝食をスキップして、仕事に直接行くことに決めました。

B1 noun /kənˈsjuːmər/

consumer

消費者

Meaning

A person who buys and uses goods and services.

Example

The company focuses on understanding consumer needs.

その会社は消費者のニーズを理解することに重点を置いています。

B1 noun /əˈpɒlədʒi/

apology

Meaning

a statement expressing regret for something wrong or hurtful

Example

He offered an apology for being late to the meeting.

B1 adjective /rɪˈkwaɪəd/

required

必要な

Meaning

necessary or compulsory

Example

A visa is required to enter the country.

その国に入るにはビザが必要です。

B1 noun /kəʊst/

Coast

海岸

Meaning

the part of the land near the sea; the edge of the land

Example

We drove along the coast to enjoy the view.

私たちは海岸沿いに車を走らせ、景色を楽しみました。

B1 adjective /əˈlɜːrt/

alert

警戒

Meaning

quick to notice and respond to potential danger or issues; aware and attentive

Example

The alert dog barked at the stranger approaching the house.

警戒している犬は家に近づいてくる見知らぬ人に吠えました。

B1 noun hoʊm əˈplaɪ.ənsɪz

home appliances

家電製品

Meaning

Electrical devices and machines used in households for daily tasks and convenience.

Example

Modern home appliances enhance convenience.

最新の家電製品は便利さを高めます。

B1 noun /priːst/

priest

神父

Meaning

a person who performs religious duties and ceremonies

Example

The priest blessed the congregation during the Sunday service.

神父は日曜日の礼拝中に会衆に祝福を与えました。

B1 adjective /ˈriː.zən.ə.bəl/

Reasonable

合理的; 公正で実用的; 高すぎない; 論理的

Meaning

fair and sensible; not too expensive; logical and practical

Example

The hotel offers reasonable prices for quality accommodation.

そのホテルは品質の高い宿泊施設に対して合理的な価格を提供しています。

B1 noun /ˈkɜːr.ənt/

Current

流れ

Meaning

a body of water or air moving in a definite direction; present time

Example

The river current was too strong for swimming.

川の流れは泳ぐには強すぎました。

B1 noun /dɪˈstrʌk.ʃən/

Destruction

破壊; 破壊;

Meaning

the action or process of causing damage to something so that it no longer exists

Example

The earthquake caused widespread destruction throughout the entire city.

地震は都市全体に広範囲な破壊を引き起こしました。

B1 noun /foʊk/

folk

人々

Meaning

people in general, often referring to a group or community

Example

Country folk often live a simple life.

田舎の人々はよくシンプルな生活をしています。

B1 verb ɪnˈkriːsɪŋ

increasing

増加

Meaning

Becoming or making greater in size, amount, intensity, or degree; growing.

Example

Increasing awareness about education is necessary.

教育に対する認識を高めることが必要です。

B1 adjective /kəˈmɪtɪd/

committed

コミットされた

Meaning

Dedicated and loyal to a cause, activity, or relationship.

Example

She is a committed teacher who cares deeply for her students.

彼女は学生たちを深く気にかける、コミットされた教師です。

B1 noun, verb /ˈfəʊtəʊˌkɒpi/

photocopy

コピー

Meaning

a copy of a document made using a photocopying machine; to make such a copy

Example

Please photocopy these documents before the meeting.

会議の前にこれらの書類をコピーしてください。

B1 noun /ˈpiː.kɒk/

Peacock

クジャク

Meaning

a large bird with beautiful colorful tail feathers that can spread out like a fan

Example

The magnificent peacock displayed its colorful feathers to attract attention.

その素晴らしいクジャクは、注目を集めるために色鮮やかな羽を広げました。

B1 adjective /ˈvɪʒuəl/

visual

視覚的

Meaning

Relating to seeing or sight.

Example

The movie was praised for its stunning visual effects.

その映画は素晴らしい視覚的効果で賞賛されました。

B1 adjective /ˌʌnɪmˈpɔːrtənt/

unimportant

重要でない

Meaning

not having much value, significance, or influence

Example

The detail seemed unimportant compared to the main issue.

その詳細は主要な問題と比べて重要でないように思えた。

B1 noun /ˈbæɡɪdʒ/

Baggage

荷物; 所持品;

Meaning

suitcases and bags containing personal belongings; past experiences or problems that affect behavior

Example

Please collect your baggage from the conveyor belt at the airport.

空港のコンベヤーベルトから荷物をお取りください。

B1 noun /ˈɛlɪmənt/

element

要素

Meaning

A basic or essential part of something; a simple substance that cannot be broken down further.

Example

Trust is a key element of any strong relationship.

信頼は強い関係の重要な要素です。

B1 noun /ˌkrɪstiˈænɪti/

christianity

キリスト教

Meaning

the religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ

Example

Christianity has millions of followers around the world.

キリスト教は世界中に数百万の信者を持っています。

B1 adverb /prɪˈsaɪs.li/

precisely

正確に

Meaning

In an exact and accurate manner, with attention to detail.

Example

The robotic arm performed the operation precisely.

ロボットアームは手術を正確に行いました。

B1 noun /ˈsteɪt.mənt/

Statement

声明

Meaning

a definite or clear expression of something in speech or writing; an official account of facts

Example

The CEO issued a statement about the company's future plans.

CEOは会社の将来計画についての声明を発表しました。

B1 adjective /ˌoʊld ˈfæʃənd/

old-fashioned

昔風の

Meaning

not modern; belonging to an earlier time

Example

He still wears an old-fashioned hat.

彼は今でも昔風の帽子をかぶっています。

B1 noun /ˈdrɛsɪŋ/

dressing

ドレッシング / 調味料の混合物

Meaning

a sauce for salads; or material used to cover a wound

Example

She prepared a delicious salad with Italian dressing.

彼女はイタリアンドレッシングで美味しいサラダを作った。

B1 noun /ˈjuːs.fəl.nəs/

Usefulness

有用性

Meaning

the quality of being useful; practical value or helpfulness

Example

The usefulness of this tool became apparent during the project.

このツールの有用性はプロジェクト中に明らかになりました。

B1 adverb /ˈɡreɪtli/

greatly

非常に

Meaning

to a large extent or degree; very much

Example

She was greatly admired by her students.

彼女は生徒たちから非常に賞賛されました。

B1 verb /tɔs/

toss

軽く投げる

Meaning

To throw something lightly or casually; to move or turn suddenly.

Example

He tossed the keys onto the table.

彼は鍵をテーブルに投げた。

B1 noun/verb /ˈleɪ.bər/

labor

労働

Meaning

work, especially hard physical work; to work hard

Example

The workers labored in the hot sun all day.

作業員たちは暑い太陽の下で一日中働いた。

B1 noun, verb /skiːm/

scheme

計画 / 陰謀

Meaning

a plan or arrangement, especially one that is secret or dishonest

Example

They devised a scheme to cheat investors.

彼らは投資家をだますために計画を立てました。

B1 noun /rɪˈtaɪə.mənt/

Retirement

退職

Meaning

the action or fact of leaving one's job and ceasing to work; the period of life after leaving work

Example

He is planning his retirement after 40 years of service.

彼は40年間の勤務の後、退職を計画しています。

B1 noun /ˈspiːʃiːz/

Species

種; タイプ

Meaning

a group of living organisms that can reproduce with each other; a type or kind

Example

The Amazon rainforest is home to thousands of animal species.

アマゾンの熱帯雨林は何千もの動物種の家です。

B1 noun ˈsɛʃənz

sessions

セッション, 会議, 時間帯

Meaning

A meeting of an official body, especially a court of law, to conduct its business; a period devoted to a particular activity.

Example

The sessions lasted for three hours.

セッションは3時間続きました。

B1 noun /ˈsæm.ən/

salmon

サーモン

Meaning

A large fish with pink flesh, often eaten as food.

Example

They served grilled salmon for dinner.

彼らは夕食にグリルしたサーモンを出しました。

B1 verb /ˈwɒndər/

Wander

ぶらつく

Meaning

to walk aimlessly without a fixed destination

Example

She likes to wander through the old city streets.

彼女は古い街の通りをぶらつくのが好きだ。

B1 noun /ˈwɜːrkpleɪs/

workplace

職場

Meaning

a place where people work, such as an office, factory, or shop

Example

Maintaining good communication is vital in the workplace.

職場で良好なコミュニケーションを保つことは非常に重要です。

B1 noun /naɪt/

Knight

騎士; 中世の戦士

Meaning

a man given a rank of honor by a British king or queen; a medieval warrior on horseback

Example

The brave knight rescued the princess from the dragon's castle.

勇敢な騎士はドラゴンの城から姫を助けました。

B1 adjective /ˈprɛʃəs/

precious

貴重な

Meaning

of great value; highly esteemed or cherished

Example

This ring is very precious to my grandmother.

この指輪は祖母にとってとても貴重です。

B1 verb /rɪˈɡɑːrd/

regard

考える

Meaning

to consider or think of in a particular way; to look at

Example

She regards him as her best friend.

彼女は彼を親友として考えている。

B1 verb /ˈmɛʒər/

measure

測定する

Meaning

to determine the size, amount, or degree of something

Example

She measured the length of the table.

彼女はテーブルの長さを測定しました。

B1 noun /ˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən/

composition

作曲

Meaning

the act of creating a piece of writing, music, or art; the way parts are arranged

Example

Her composition won first prize in the contest.

彼女の作曲はコンテストで第一位を獲得しました。

B1 adjective /ɪnˈfɔːrməl/

Informal

非公式; リラックス; カジュアル

Meaning

relaxed and friendly; not official or ceremonial; casual

Example

The meeting was informal and relaxed.

会議は非公式でリラックスしていました。

B1 verb rɪˈdjuːst

reduced

減らす

Meaning

Make smaller or less in amount, degree, or size.

Example

Singapore has reduced plastic usage significantly.

シンガポールはプラスチックの使用を大幅に減らしました。

B1 noun /ˈhɛlθˌkɛər/

health-care

幸せ

Meaning

the organized provision of medical services to maintain or improve health

Example

Access to quality health-care is essential for every citizen.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠すことができませんでした。

B1 noun /ˈseɪ.ɪŋ/

Saying

格言

Meaning

a well-known phrase that expresses something true about life; a proverb

Example

There's an old saying that practice makes perfect.

「継続は力なり」という古い格言があります。

B1 noun /ˈkærɪdʒ/

carriage

馬車

Meaning

a vehicle, typically a four-wheeled one, used for transporting goods or people, especially in the past

Example

The royal family traveled in a beautiful carriage during parades.

王族はパレードの間、美しい馬車で移動していました。

B1 noun ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃənz

examinations

試験

Meaning

A detailed inspection or investigation; a formal test of a person's knowledge or proficiency.

Example

BPSC conducts rigorous examinations.

BPSCは厳格な試験を実施します。

B1 noun /ədˈvaɪzər/

adviser

アドバイザー

Meaning

a person who gives advice, especially in a professional or official role

Example

He works as a financial adviser at a bank.

彼は銀行で金融アドバイザーとして働いています。

B1 adjective /ˈmen.təl/

Mental

精神的な

Meaning

relating to the mind; intellectual; psychological

Example

She has strong mental health and resilience.

彼女は強いメンタルヘルスと回復力を持っています。

B1 noun /ˈpænəl/

panel

パネル, 審査員グループ

Meaning

a group of people gathered to discuss, judge, or advise on a particular topic

Example

The panel of judges announced the winner of the competition.

審査員のパネルはコンテストの優勝者を発表しました。

B1 noun /rɪˈsɜːtʃə(r)/

researcher

研究者

Meaning

a person who conducts research

Example

The researcher published her findings in a scientific journal.

研究者は科学的なジャーナルに彼女の研究結果を発表しました。

B1 adverb /ˈkɒmənli/

commonly

一般的に

Meaning

usually or by most people

Example

This phrase is commonly used in everyday speech.

このフレーズは日常会話で一般的に使われます。

B1 verb /ˈsʌfər/

suffer

苦しむ

Meaning

to experience pain, distress, or hardship

Example

She suffered from a severe headache all day.

彼女は一日中ひどい頭痛に苦しんでいました。

B1 noun /ˈfɪzɪks/

physics

物理学

Meaning

the natural science that studies matter, energy, and the interactions between them

Example

She decided to major in physics at the university.

彼女は大学で物理学を専攻することに決めました。

B1 adjective /ˈlʌv.ɪŋ/

Loving

愛情深い; 世話好きな; 愛と温かさを示す

Meaning

affectionate; caring; showing love and warmth

Example

She is a loving mother who cares deeply for her children.

彼女は子供たちを深く思いやる愛情深い母親です。

B1 noun /bɪərd/

Beard

ひげ

Meaning

hair that grows on the chin and lower cheeks of a man's face

Example

He grew a long beard during the winter months.

彼は冬の間に長いひげを伸ばしました。

B1 noun ˈfæmɪli triː

Family Tree

家系図

Meaning

A diagram showing the relationships between people in several generations of a family.

Example

Creating a family tree helps understand family history.

家系図を作成することは、家族の歴史を理解するのに役立ちます。

B1 noun /ˈtʌnəl/

tunnel

トンネル

Meaning

an underground passage or shaft

Example

They dug a tunnel under the river.

彼らは川の下にトンネルを掘った。

B1 noun ˈpʌb.lɪk ˈspiː.kɪŋ

public speaking

公共の話し方

Meaning

The skill of speaking confidently in front of an audience.

Example

Public speaking skills are essential for leadership roles.

公共の話し方のスキルはリーダーシップの役割に不可欠です。

B1 noun fʌnd

fund

基金

Meaning

A sum of money saved or made available for a particular purpose.

Example

The government allocated a fund for disaster relief.

政府は災害救援のために基金を割り当てました。

B1 verb /spɛl/

spell

スペルする

Meaning

to write or name the letters of a word in order; to mean or result in something

Example

Can you spell your name for me?

あなたの名前を私のためにスペルできますか？

B1 noun /twɪn/

twin

双子

Meaning

either of two children born at the same time to the same mother

Example

They have twin girls.

彼らには双子の女の子がいます。

B1 noun/verb /ˈhʌntɪŋ/

hunting

狩猟

Meaning

the activity of chasing and killing wild animals

Example

Hunting is strictly regulated in many countries.

狩猟は多くの国で厳格に規制されています。

B1 noun /ˈskwɪr.əl/

Squirrel

リス

Meaning

a small agile tree-dwelling rodent with a long bushy tail

Example

The squirrel gathered nuts for winter.

リスは冬のために木の実を集めていました。

B1 adjective rɪˈlaɪ.ə.bəl

reliable

信頼できる

Meaning

Consistently good in quality or performance; able to be trusted.

Example

Reliable systems ensure efficiency.

信頼できるシステムは効率を確保します。

B1 noun rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪlɪti

responsibility

責任

Meaning

The state or fact of having a duty to deal with something or of having control over someone.

Example

Taking responsibility for one's actions is a sign of maturity.

自分の行動に責任を持つことは、成熟の証です。

B1 noun /ˈvoʊtɪŋ/

voting

投票

Meaning

the act of making a choice in an election or decision by casting a vote

Example

Voting is an important part of a democratic society.

投票は民主主義社会の重要な部分です。

B1 verb /rɪˈflekt/

reflect

反映する

Meaning

to think deeply about; to mirror back light or image

Example

The mirror reflects her beautiful face.

鏡は彼女の美しい顔を反映しています。

B1 verb /ɪnˈstɔːl/

install

インストールする

Meaning

To place or fix equipment or software so it is ready for use.

Example

He installed the new software on his computer.

彼はコンピュータに新しいソフトウェアをインストールしました。

B1 adjective /ɪnkəˈrɛkt/

incorrect

間違い

Meaning

not correct or accurate

Example

The information you provided was incorrect.

あなたが提供した情報は間違っていました。

B1 noun ˌrek.ə.menˈdeɪ.ʃənz

recommendations

Convenience

便利

Meaning

the state of being able to proceed with something without difficulty; a thing that contributes to an easy way of life

Example

The convenience of online shopping has changed how people buy products.

オンラインショッピングの便利さは、製品を購入する方法を変えました。

B1 adjective /ɪkˈstrɔːr.dɪ.nər.i/

Extraordinary

非凡な; 顕著な;

Meaning

very unusual; remarkable; going beyond what is normal or expected

Example

The magician's performance was extraordinary and left everyone amazed.

魔法使いのパフォーマンスは非凡で、すべての人を驚かせました

B1 noun /nuːn/

noon

正午

Meaning

12 o'clock in the daytime; midday

Example

The meeting will start at noon.

会議は正午に始まります。

B1 noun /dɜːrt/

Dirt

汚れ; 土; 不潔な物質

Meaning

a substance that makes something unclean; earth or soil; unclean matter

Example

After playing in the garden, the children were covered in dirt from head to toe.

庭で遊んだ後、子供たちは頭から足まで汚れで覆われていました。

B1 adjective /ɪmˈpres.ɪv/

Impressive

印象的な

Meaning

striking; remarkable; having the ability to impress

Example

Her impressive performance earned her a standing ovation.

彼女の印象的な演技はスタンディングオベーションを受けた。

B1 noun /ˈɛnvəloʊp/

envelope

封筒

Meaning

a flat paper container used to enclose a letter or document

Example

She sealed the letter in an envelope and posted it.

彼女は手紙を封筒に入れて、郵送しました。

B1 noun taɪm ˈmænɪdʒmənt

time management

時間管理

Meaning

The process of planning and exercising conscious control over the amount of time spent on specific activities

Example

Time management is crucial for success.

時間管理は成功のために非常に重要です。

B1 verb ˈɪndɪkeɪts

indicates

示す

Meaning

Point out; show; be a sign or symptom of; suggest as a desirable or necessary course of action.

Example

The rising trend indicates an urgent need for action.

上昇している傾向は、行動が急務であることを示しています。

B1 noun/verb /ˈfaɪtɪŋ/

fighting

戦い

Meaning

the act of engaging in a physical or verbal conflict

Example

The soldiers were fighting bravely on the battlefield.

兵士たちは戦場で勇敢に戦っていました。

B1 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl/

council

評議会

Meaning

an assembly of people chosen or elected to make decisions or advise on matters

Example

The city council voted to improve public transportation.

市議会は公共交通の改善のために投票しました。

B1 adjective /ˈvɛəriəs/

Various

さまざまな; 多様な種類の

Meaning

several different; many different types of

Example

She has lived in various countries around the world.

彼女は世界中の様々な国で生活していました。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈkaʊntəbəl/

Uncountable

数えきれない; 無限の

Meaning

too many to be counted; innumerable; infinite in quantity

Example

There are uncountable stars in the night sky.

夜空には無数の星があります。

B1 verb /ˌrɛprɪˈzɛnt/

represent

代表する

Meaning

to act or speak on behalf of someone or something

Example

He will represent our company at the conference.

彼は会議で私たちの会社を代表します。

B1 noun pəˈfɔː.məns

performance

パフォーマンス

Meaning

The action or process of carrying out or accomplishing an action, task, or function.

Example

Performance improvements boost confidence.

パフォーマンスの向上は自信を高めます。

B1 adverb /ˈnætʃərəli/

Naturally

自然に

Meaning

in a natural manner; as expected; of course

Example

She naturally excels in mathematics.

彼女は数学で自然に優れている。

B1 noun /flæʃ/

Flash

フラッシュ; ひらめき

Meaning

a sudden brief burst of bright light; a very brief moment

Example

There was a bright flash of lightning followed by thunder.

雷鳴の後に明るい閃光がありました。

B1 verb /ˈkɒntrækt/

contract

契約する

Meaning

to make smaller; to enter into a formal agreement

Example

The company will contract a new supplier for materials.

会社は新しい供給者と契約を結ぶでしょう。

B1 adverb /ˈɡrædʒ.u.ə.li/

Gradually

徐々に; だんだん

Meaning

slowly and steadily over a period of time

Example

The weather gradually became warmer in spring.

春になると、天気は徐々に暖かくなった。

B1 noun, verb /ˈfaɪ.næns/ or /fəˈnæns/

finance

ファイナンス

Meaning

the management of money and investments, or to provide funds for something

Example

The company secured finance from a major bank.

その会社は大手銀行から資金を調達しました。