B2 noun /ˈbɒtəni/

botany

植物学

Meaning

the scientific study of plants

Example

She is studying botany at the university.

彼女は大学で植物学を学んでいます。

B2 verb /mɔːrn/

mourn

哀悼する

Meaning

To feel or express deep sadness or grief, especially because of someone's death.

Example

They gathered to mourn the loss of their friend.

彼らは友人の死を悼むために集まりました。

B2 noun /tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒɪ.kəl ədˈvɑːns.mənt/

technological advancement

技術的進歩

Meaning

Progress or improvement in technology that leads to better solutions or capabilities.

Example

Technological advancement is revolutionizing healthcare.

技術的進歩は医療分野を革命的に変えつつある。

B2 noun /ˈmɜːrdərər/

murderer

殺人犯

Meaning

a person who unlawfully kills another human being with intent

Example

The murderer was caught by the police within hours.

殺人犯は数時間以内に警察に捕まった。

B2 verb /ˈklærɪfaɪ/

clarify

明確にする

Meaning

to make clear; to explain more clearly

Example

The teacher clarifies the difficult concept.

先生は難しい概念を明確にします。

B2 adverb /ˈsel.fɪʃ.li/

Selfishly

利己的に

Meaning

in a selfish manner; caring only about oneself

Example

He selfishly took all the cookies.

彼は自己中心的にすべてのクッキーを取った。

B2 noun/verb /bʌk/

buck

Meaning

A male deer; also to resist or oppose strongly.

Example

The horse began to buck wildly as the rider tried to hold on.

B2 noun /ˈɡuːs.ber.i/

Gooseberry

グーズベリー

Meaning

a small round green or red berry that grows on a thorny bush

Example

Gooseberries are rich in vitamin C and make excellent jams.

グーズベリーはビタミンCが豊富で、優れたジャムを作ります。

B2 noun /ˈsɛnətər/

senator

上院議員

Meaning

a member of a senate, especially in a legislative body

Example

The senator spoke passionately about environmental policies.

そのセネターは環境政策について情熱的に話しました。

B2 noun /ˈledʒ.ənd/

Legend

伝説; 神話

Meaning

a traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated; an extremely famous or notorious person

Example

The legend of King Arthur has inspired many books.

アーサー王の伝説は多くの本にインスピレーションを与えました。

B2 noun /ˈtʌtʃ.daʊn/

touchdown

タッチダウン

Meaning

the moment when an aircraft lands, or a score in American football

Example

The plane made a smooth touchdown.

飛行機は滑らかにタッチダウンしました。

B2 verb /liːp/

leap

跳ぶ

Meaning

to jump high or far; to move quickly with large steps

Example

The cat leaped onto the table.

猫はテーブルに飛び乗りました。

B2 verb /ˈraɪpən/

ripen

幸せ

Meaning

to become or make something ready to eat or fully developed

Example

The bananas ripened quickly in the warm weather.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せなかった。

B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌskɜːrt/

outskirt

郊外

Meaning

the outer edge or border of a town or city

Example

They built a new factory on the outskirts of the city.

彼らは街の郊外に新しい工場を建てました。

B2 noun /ɪnˈventər/

inventor

発明家

Meaning

a person who creates or designs something new, especially a device, method, or process

Example

The inventor patented her new medical device.

その発明家は新しい医療機器の特許を取得した。

B2 verb /ˈmeməraɪz/

memorize

暗記する

Meaning

to learn something by heart; to commit to memory

Example

Students need to memorize important formulas for the exam.

学生は試験のために重要な公式を覚える必要があります。

B2 adjective /dɪˈsɛptɪv/

deceptive

騙すような

Meaning

Giving an appearance or impression different from the truth; misleading.

Example

Appearances can be deceptive.

外見は騙すようなものかもしれません。

B2 noun /kəˈrɪkjələm/

curriculum

カリキュラム

Meaning

The subjects comprising a course of study in a school, college, or university.

Example

The school updated its curriculum to include more digital literacy courses.

学校は、デジタルリテラシーのコースをもっと含めるためにカリキュラムを更新しました。

B2 noun /ˈten.ənt/

Tenant

借家人

Meaning

a person who rents and occupies property owned by someone else

Example

The landlord met with the new tenant to sign the lease agreement.

家主は新しい借家人と会って、賃貸契約に署名しました。

B2 adjective /ˌhɒrɪˈzɒntəl/

horizontal

水平な

Meaning

parallel to the horizon; flat and level from side to side

Example

The table must be perfectly horizontal to keep the glass from sliding.

グラスが滑らないように、テーブルは水平である必要があります。

B2 noun /ˈdeb.riː/

debris

破片

Meaning

Scattered pieces of waste or remains.

Example

Debris in the eyes causes irritation.

目に破片が入ると、刺激を引き起こします。

B2 adjective /ˈkɒnʃəs/

conscious

意識的

Meaning

Aware of and responding to one's surroundings; awake.

Example

She was fully conscious after the surgery.

手術後、彼女は完全に意識が戻った。

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 verb /ˈsuːpərvaɪz/

supervise

監督する

Meaning

to watch and direct a person or activity to ensure things are done correctly

Example

The teacher supervises students during the exam.

教師は試験中に学生を監督します。

B2 adjective /ˈθɔːtˌproʊvɪkɪŋ/

thought-provoking

考えさせる

Meaning

stimulating careful consideration or thought

Example

The movie was deeply thought-provoking and left a lasting impression.

その映画は深く考えさせられ、永続的な印象を残しました。

B2 noun ˈbɪz.nɪs ˈfaɪ.næns

business finance

ビジネスファイナンス

Meaning

The area of finance that deals with sources of funding and the capital structure of corporations.

Example

Effective business finance enhances profitability.

効果的なビジネスファイナンスは利益性を高めます。

B2 noun /ˌvɛrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

verification

確認

Meaning

The process of establishing the truth, accuracy, or validity of something.

Example

The bank requires verification of identity before opening an account.

銀行は口座を開設する前に身分確認を求めます。

B2 noun /əˈstrɒnəmər/

astronomer

天文学者

Meaning

a scientist who studies the stars, planets, and the universe

Example

The astronomer observed the new comet through his telescope.

天文学者は望遠鏡を使って新しい彗星を観察しました。

B2 noun /dʒɔː/

Jaw

顎

Meaning

either of the two bones forming the framework of the mouth in most vertebrates

Example

She broke her jaw in the accident.

彼女は事故で顎を骨折した。

B2 adjective /ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəl/

territorial

領土の

Meaning

Relating to the ownership or control of land or territory.

Example

The two countries had a territorial dispute over the island.

二国はその島に関する領土問題を抱えていました。

B2 noun /njuːˈtrɪʃ.ən/

nutrition

栄養

Meaning

The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.

Example

Good nutrition is vital for a healthy life.

良い栄養は健康的な生活にとって重要です。

B2 adjective /æbˈnɔːr.məl/

abnormal

異常な

Meaning

deviating from what is normal or usual, typically in a way that is undesirable

Example

The doctor noticed an abnormal growth in the patient’s lung.

医者は患者の肺に異常な成長を見つけました。

B2 noun /ˈprɛmɪs/

premise

前提 / 建物

Meaning

a statement or idea on which reasoning or an argument is based; also a building or property

Example

His argument was based on a false premise.

彼の議論は誤った前提に基づいていました。

B2 adjective kɒnˈtek.stju.əl

contextual

文脈の

Meaning

Depending on or relating to the circumstances or setting; context-dependent.

Example

Contextual meaning changes depending on usage.

文脈の意味は使用によって変わります。

B2 noun /kɔːrps/

corpse

遺体

Meaning

a dead body, especially of a human

Example

The police discovered a corpse in the abandoned house.

警察は廃墟の家で遺体を発見しました。

B2 adjective /əˈlɑːrmɪŋ/

alarming

警戒すべき

Meaning

Worrying or disturbing; causing concern or fear.

Example

The unemployment rate among youth is alarming.

若者の失業率は警戒すべきです。

B2 adverb /aɪˈrɒnɪkli/

ironically

皮肉にも

Meaning

in a way that is contrary to what is expected or intended

Example

Ironically, the fire station burned down.

皮肉にも、消防署が焼け落ちた。

B2 verb /ɡloʊ/

glow

輝く

Meaning

To shine with a steady light, often softly; to radiate warmth or happiness.

Example

The lanterns glowed softly in the dark.

ランタンが暗闇の中で柔らかく光っていた。

B2 noun /dɪkˈteɪtə/

dictator

独裁者

Meaning

a ruler with total power over a country, typically one who has obtained control by force

Example

The dictator ruled the country with an iron fist.

独裁者は鉄の拳で国を支配した。

B2 noun /ˈblɒkˌtʃeɪn/

blockchain

ブロックチェーン

Meaning

A system of recording information in a way that makes it difficult or impossible to change, hack, or cheat the system

Example

Blockchain technology ensures transparency in financial transactions.

ブロックチェーン技術は金融取引の透明性を保証します。

B2 noun /ˈkɒŋɡrɛs/

congress

会議

Meaning

a formal meeting or assembly, especially of representatives for discussion

Example

The international congress on climate change will be held next year.

気候変動に関する国際会議は来年開催されます。

B2 adjective /ˈrɪtʃ.u.əl/

Ritual

儀式

Meaning

relating to religious or ceremonial practices

Example

The wedding ceremony included many traditional ritual elements.

結婚式では多くの伝統的な儀式が行われました。

B2 verb /ɪnˈvɪʒən/

envision

想像する

Meaning

to imagine or picture something in the future; to visualize a possibility or goal

Example

She envisions a world where everyone has equal access to education.

彼女はすべての人が平等に教育を受けられる世界を想像しています。

B2 adjective /sɔːr/

sore

痛い

Meaning

painful or aching, usually in a specific part of the body

Example

After the long run, my legs were sore.

長いランニングの後、私の足は痛かった。

B2 noun /ˈriːteɪlər/

retailer

小売業者

Meaning

a person or business that sells goods to consumers rather than to other businesses

Example

The retailer offers discounts on electronic products.

小売業者は電子製品に割引を提供しています。

B2 noun /ˈmeɪnstriːm/

mainstream

主流

Meaning

the ideas, attitudes, or activities that are regarded as normal or conventional; the dominant trend in opinion or fashion

Example

Social media has become a mainstream source of news for many people.

ソーシャルメディアは多くの人々にとって主流のニュースソースとなった。

B2 noun /səkˈses.ər/

Successor

後継者

Meaning

a person who succeeds another in office; someone who takes over a position or role

Example

The CEO announced his retirement and named his successor for the company.

CEOは退職を発表し、会社の後継者を指名しました。

B2 adjective /fəˈbɪd.ən/

Forbidden

禁止された; 違法な

Meaning

not allowed; prohibited; banned

Example

Smoking is strictly forbidden in this building.

この建物では喫煙が厳しく禁止されています。

B2 noun /kraɪst/

christ

キリスト

Meaning

the title given to Jesus, considered the Messiah in Christianity

Example

Christ is central to Christian faith.

キリストはキリスト教信仰の中心です。

B2 adjective ˈræd.ɪ.kəl

radical

伝統的な信念やシステムに反する根本的な変化をもたらす能力がある

Meaning

Capable of bringing fundamental changes opposite to conventional beliefs or systems.

Example

The leader proposed radical economic reforms.

リーダーはラディカルな経済改革を提案しました。

B2 adjective ˌɪnɪˈfɛktɪv

ineffective

効果がない

Meaning

Not producing any significant or desired effect; not achieving the intended result.

Example

Rote learning often proves to be ineffective.

暗記学習はしばしば効果がないことが証明されます。

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 verb /breɪd/

braid

編み込み

Meaning

to weave together strands of hair or material

Example

She braided her hair before going to school.

彼女は学校に行く前に髪を編みました。

B2 verb /ˈfɪltər/

filter

フィルター

Meaning

to pass a substance through a device to remove unwanted material or to selectively pass certain items

Example

She used a coffee filter to separate the grounds from the liquid.

彼女は液体から粉を分けるためにコーヒーフィルターを使った。

B2 noun /ˈræp.ər/

Wrapper

包み

Meaning

a loose garment worn around the body; covering material

Example

She put on a warm wrapper before going outside.

彼女は外出前に温かいラッパーを着ました。

B2 noun prəˈdʒɛk.ʃən

projection

声の投影

Meaning

The strength and range of voice when speaking.

Example

Proper projection ensures that every listener hears clearly.

適切なプロジェクションは、すべての聴衆が明確に聞こえることを保証します。

B2 adjective ˈtaɪmləs

timeless

時を超越した

Meaning

Not affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion.

Example

The timeless beauty of the painting has captivated art lovers for generations.

その絵画の時を超越した美しさは、世代を超えてアート愛好家を魅了しています。

B2 verb rɪˈzaɪn

resign

辞任する

Meaning

Voluntarily leave a job or other position.

Example

Ministers were forced to resign.

大臣たちは辞任を余儀なくされました。

B2 verb /ˈsmʌɡəl/

smuggle

Meaning

to move goods illegally into or out of a country

Example

The gang tried to smuggle gold across the border.

B2 noun /ˈtrɪl.jən/

trillion

トリリオン

Meaning

a number equal to 1,000 billion, or 10^12

Example

The company's worth has risen to over a trillion dollars.

その企業の価値は1兆ドル以上に上昇しました。

B2 noun /ˈhoʊmlænd/

homeland

故郷

Meaning

a person's native country or region

Example

She returned to her homeland after ten years abroad.

彼女は10年間海外に住んだ後、故郷に帰国した。

B2 noun /rɒd/

rod

金属または木材の細長い棒

Meaning

a thin straight bar, especially of metal or wood

Example

He used an iron rod to support the structure.

彼は構造を支えるために鉄のロッドを使いました。

B2 noun /ˈfæntəsi/

fantasy

ファンタジー

Meaning

a creation of the imagination, especially something improbable or impossible

Example

She has a vivid fantasy about traveling to space.

彼女は宇宙旅行に関する生き生きとしたファンタジーを持っています。

B2 noun ɪˈroʊʒən

erosion

侵食

Meaning

The gradual destruction or diminishing of something.

Example

Power struggles often lead to the erosion of humanity.

権力争いはしばしば人間性の侵食を引き起こします。

B2 noun /θaɪ/

thigh

太もも

Meaning

the part of the leg between the hip and the knee

Example

He felt pain in his right thigh after running for an hour.

1時間走った後、右太ももに痛みを感じました。

B2 noun, verb /skruː/

screw

螺旋状の金属製ファスナー; 何かをねじで締める

Meaning

a metal fastener with a helical ridge; to fasten or tighten something with a screw

Example

He screwed the shelf to the wall tightly.

彼は棚を壁にしっかりとねじ込んだ。

B2 noun /ˈbɒdiɡɑːrd/

bodyguard

ボディガード

Meaning

a person employed to protect someone from harm

Example

The celebrity arrived with her bodyguard.

その有名人はボディガードと一緒に到着した。

B2 noun /ˈθɪk.nəs/

thickness

厚さ

Meaning

The measure of how thick or dense something is

Example

The thickness of the book made it hard to carry.

その本の厚さのため、持ち運びが大変だった。

B2 noun /ˌsuː.pərˈstɪʃ.ən/

Superstition

迷信

Meaning

a belief or practice considered irrational or supernatural

Example

Breaking a mirror brings seven years of bad luck is a common superstition.

鏡を壊すと7年間の不運を招く、これは一般的な迷信です。

B2 adverb /sɪˈvɪərli/

severely

ひどく

Meaning

to a great degree; very seriously or harshly

Example

The patient was severely injured in the accident.

患者は事故でひどく負傷しました。

B2 noun ˈsɜːrkjələr ɪˈkɒnəmi

circular economy

循環型経済

Meaning

An economic system aimed at eliminating waste and the continual use of resources through reuse, sharing, repair, refurbishment, remanufacturing and recycling.

Example

Adopting a circular economy can reduce waste.

循環型経済を採用すると廃棄物を減らすことができます。

B2 verb /ɡraɪnd/

grind

挽く

Meaning

to crush into small particles; to work hard

Example

She grinds coffee beans every morning.

彼女は毎朝コーヒー豆を挽く。

B2 noun /stɑːr fɪʃ/

Star fish

ヒトデ

Meaning

a marine echinoderm with five or more radiating arms, typically found on the sea floor

Example

The starfish slowly moved across the ocean floor searching for food.

ヒトデはゆっくりと海底を動きながら食べ物を探した。

B2 verb /ˈkærəktəraɪz/

characterize

Meaning

to describe or portray the distinctive features or qualities of someone or something

Example

The author characterizes the hero as brave and selfless.

B2 noun /ˈklʌstər/

cluster

クラスター

Meaning

a group of similar things or people positioned close together

Example

The grapes grew in a tight cluster.

ぶどうは密なクラスターで成長した。

B2 noun /dɪsˈkloʊʒər/

disclosure

開示

Meaning

the action of making something known or public

Example

The disclosure of the company's financial status was delayed.

会社の財務状況の開示は遅れました。

B2 adjective /ˌpɑːrləˈmɛntri/

parliamentary

議会の

Meaning

relating to a parliament or its members; relating to a system of government with parliamentary authority

Example

The country follows a parliamentary form of government.

その国は議会制の政府を採用している。

B2 verb /krʌʃ/

crush

Meaning

to press or squeeze something so hard that it is damaged or destroyed

Example

He accidentally crushed the paper cup in his hand.

B2 noun /ˈɡræs.hɒp.ər/

Grass-hopper

バッタ

Meaning

a jumping insect with long hind legs that feeds on grass and plants

Example

The grasshopper jumped from one leaf to another.

バッタは一枚の葉から別の葉へ跳びました。

B2 adjective /əˈlaɪd/

Allied

連合; 同盟; つながり

Meaning

joined by agreement or treaty; associated; connected

Example

The allied forces worked together during the war.

連合軍は戦争中に一緒に働いた。

B2 noun /ˈrɛlɪvənsi/

relevancy

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 noun /ˈskɒlərʃɪp/

scholarship

奨学金

Meaning

an award or grant to support a student's education

Example

She received a scholarship to study abroad.

彼女は留学するための奨学金を受け取りました。

B2 noun /kənˈdʌktər/

conductor

指揮者 / 導体

Meaning

a person who directs a performance or someone who collects fares on public transport; or a material that conducts electricity

Example

The conductor waved his baton to start the orchestra.

指揮者はオーケストラを始めるためにバトンを振りました。

B2 adjective /ˈklæsɪfaɪd/

classified

機密の；分類された

Meaning

arranged into categories; officially secret or restricted

Example

The report contains classified information and cannot be shared publicly.

その報告書には機密情報が含まれている。

B2 adjective + noun aɪˈdiːəl ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt

ideal environment

理想的な環境

Meaning

Perfect or most suitable conditions for growth or development

Example

Winter creates an ideal environment for vegetable growth.

冬は野菜の成長に理想的な環境を作り出します。

B2 noun /ɑːrˈkeɪd/

arcade

アーケード

Meaning

a covered passage with arches along one or both sides; also a place with coin-operated games

Example

The children spent the afternoon playing games at the arcade.

子供たちはゲームセンターで午後を過ごしました。

B2 verb /əˈweɪt/

await

待つ

Meaning

to wait for someone or something; to expect

Example

We await your response with great anticipation.

私たちはあなたの返事を大きな期待を持って待っています。

B2 verb /dɪsˈmɪs/

dismiss

解雇する, 却下する

Meaning

to remove someone from a job or position; to decide something is not important

Example

The manager dismissed the employee for being late too often.

マネージャーは遅刻が多すぎるため、従業員を解雇しました。

B2 adjective /əˈvɔɪdəbl/

avoidable

避けられる

Meaning

able to be prevented or avoided

Example

Most of the damage was avoidable with proper planning.

適切な計画があれば、ほとんどの被害は避けられた。

B2 noun /tsuːˈnɑː.mi/

tsunami

津波

Meaning

a large sea wave caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption

Example

The tsunami devastated the coastal town, leaving thousands homeless.

津波は沿岸の町を壊滅させ、何千人もの人々を家なしにしました。

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 adverb /prɪˈzjuːməbli/

presumably

おそらく

Meaning

used to convey that something is assumed to be true though not known for certain

Example

Presumably, he forgot to send the email.

おそらく、彼はメールを送るのを忘れた。

B2 noun /ˈhɔːrmoʊn/

hormone

ホルモン

Meaning

a chemical substance produced in the body that influences how the body grows or functions

Example

Insulin is a hormone that controls blood sugar levels.

インスリンは血糖値をコントロールするホルモンです。

B2 verb /əˈpɔɪnt/

appoint

任命する

Meaning

to choose someone for a job or position

Example

The board will appoint a new director.

ボードは新しいディレクターを任命します。

B2 verb /bɪˈfrɛnd/

befriend

友達になる

Meaning

to act as a friend to someone; to make friends with

Example

She befriended the new student at school.

彼女は学校で新しい生徒と友達になった。

B2 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈwɛlmɪŋ/

overwhelming

圧倒的

Meaning

Very intense; overpowering.

Example

Large tasks can feel overwhelming.

大きな仕事は圧倒的に感じることがあります。

B2 verb /ˈtɛmpər/

temper

調整する

Meaning

to moderate, soften, or tone down something; also to strengthen by heat treatment (as in metal).

Example

She tried to temper her criticism with kindness.

彼女は優しさで批判を和らげようとした。

B2 adjective /ˈwɜːldli/

worldly

世俗的

Meaning

Concerned with material values or ordinary life rather than spiritual matters.

Example

He was more interested in worldly success than in spiritual growth.

彼は精神的な成長よりも世俗的な成功に興味がありました。

B2 adjective spekˈtækjʊlər

spectacular

壮大な

Meaning

Beautiful in a dramatic and eye-catching way; very impressive.

Example

The launch of the spacecraft was a spectacular event.

宇宙船の発射は壮観なイベントでした。

B2 adjective /ˈtʃʌbi/

chubby

ぽっちゃり

Meaning

slightly fat in a way that looks healthy and pleasant

Example

The baby has chubby cheeks.

赤ちゃんはぽっちゃりしたほっぺたをしています。

B2 noun /oʊˈbiː.di.əns/

Obedience

服従

Meaning

compliance with an order, request, or law; submission to authority

Example

Children should show obedience to their parents.

子供たちは両親に従うべきです。

B2 noun /reɪdʒ/

rage

怒り

Meaning

intense anger or fury

Example

She shouted in a fit of rage after hearing the news.

彼女はそのニュースを聞いて怒りの叫び声を上げました。

B2 noun /ˌfæs.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Fascination

魅力; 魅了; 魅力的な興味

Meaning

the power to fascinate someone; the state of being intensely interested

Example

Her fascination with ancient history led her to become an archaeologist.

彼女の古代史への魅力は、彼女を考古学者にさせました。

B2 adjective /fɔːrˈsiːəbl/

foreseeable

予測可能な

Meaning

Able to be predicted or expected in advance

Example

The company is unlikely to make changes in the foreseeable future.

その会社は予測可能な未来において変化を起こす可能性は低い。

B2 verb /səˈrɛndər/

surrender

降伏する

Meaning

to give up or yield to an opponent or authority

Example

The army finally surrendered after weeks of fighting.

数週間の戦闘の後、軍隊は最終的に降伏しました。

B2 verb /ˈrɛnəˌveɪt/

renovate

改装する

Meaning

to restore something old to a good state or to improve it

Example

They decided to renovate the old house before moving in.

彼らは引っ越す前に古い家を改装することに決めました。

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/adjective /ˈkæpɪtəlɪst/

capitalist

Meaning

a person who supports or believes in capitalism; a wealthy business owner

Example

The capitalist believes in the freedom of the market.

B2 noun /kəmˈpɑːrt.mənt/

Compartment

車両

Meaning

a separate section or division of a larger space, especially in a train

Example

We found seats in the first-class compartment.

私たちはファーストクラスの車両で席を見つけました。

B2 noun, verb /laʊndʒ/

lounge

ラウンジ

Meaning

A public room for relaxing; or to sit, lie, or stand in a relaxed way.

Example

They lounged on the sofa after dinner.

彼らは夕食後にソファでくつろいでいた。

B2 noun /ˈpær.ə.dɒks/

paradox

逆説

Meaning

A seemingly contradictory statement or situation that may be true; an apparent inconsistency.

Example

The paradox of freedom is that it requires rules.

自由の逆説は、それに規則が必要であるということです。

B2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mæks/

Climax

クライマックス

Meaning

the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; the highest or most intense point in a process

Example

The movie reached its climax during the final battle scene.

映画は最後の戦闘シーンでクライマックスに達しました。

B2 noun /ˌdɛm.əˈɡræf.ɪks/

Demographics

人口統計学

Meaning

Statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.

Example

Demographics help in targeted advertising.

デモグラフィックスはターゲット広告に役立ちます。

B2 adjective /ˌpeɪ.triˈɑː.tɪk/

Patriotic

愛国的な

Meaning

showing love for one's country

Example

The patriotic citizens celebrated Independence Day with great enthusiasm.

愛国的な市民たちは独立記念日を大きな熱意で祝いました。

B2 verb /dɪˈspætʃ/

dispatch

送る

Meaning

to send off to a destination or for a purpose

Example

The company dispatched aid to the flood victims.

その会社は洪水の被害者に援助を発送しました。

B2 noun /ˈtʃɒp.ər/

Chopper

斧

Meaning

a tool with a heavy blade for chopping wood; a helicopter

Example

The lumberjack swung the chopper to cut down the tree.

伐採者は木を切るために斧を振った。

B2 noun /ˈstrʌk.tʃərz/

structures

構造物

Meaning

Buildings or other objects constructed from several parts.

Example

The region has ancient structures.

その地域には古代の構造物があります。

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 /ˈleɪ.bər.ər/

Labourer

労働者

Meaning

a person who does unskilled physical work for wages

Example

The labourer worked hard all day at the construction site.

労働者は建設現場で一日中一生懸命働きました。

B2 adjective /əˈɡriːəbl/

Agreeable

快適な; 楽しい; 魅力的な; 同意する気持ち

Meaning

pleasant; enjoyable; delightful; willing to agree

Example

The weather is very agreeable today.

今日はとても快適な天気です。