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B2 noun ˈbreɪk.θruː

breakthrough

ブレークスルー
Meaning
A sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development.
Example
The breakthrough opens doors for new technology.
このブレークスルーは新しい技術への扉を開きます。
B2 noun kənˈsen.səs

consensus

コンセンサス
Meaning
A general agreement among all members of a group.
Example
Consensus was reached after long deliberation.
長い議論の後、コンセンサスが得られました。
B2 noun /ˌaɪ.səˈleɪ.ʃən/

Isolation

隔離
Meaning
the process or fact of isolating or being isolated; separation from other people or things
Example
The patient was kept in isolation to prevent the spread of the infectious disease.
患者は感染症の拡大を防ぐために隔離されました。
B2 noun /ˈvɜː.dɪkt/

verdict

Meaning
a decision made by a jury or judge in a court case
Example
The jury returned a guilty verdict after three hours of deliberation.
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈiːt/

overeat

幸福
Meaning
To eat more food than the body needs.
Example
She tends to overeat when she is stressed.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、喜びを隠すことができませんでした。
B2 noun /dɪˈtɜːrdʒənt/

detergent

洗剤
Meaning
a substance used for cleaning, especially for washing clothes and dishes
Example
She bought a new brand of detergent for laundry.
彼女は洗濯のために新しいブランドの洗剤を買いました。
B2 noun /ˈtɛrərɪst/

terrorist

テロリスト
Meaning
a person who uses violence or threats to intimidate or coerce, especially for political purposes
Example
The terrorist was arrested by the police after the attack.
テロリストは攻撃後、警察に逮捕されました。
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 verb səˈsteɪnd

sustained

支えられた
Meaning
Strengthened and supported; not allowed to weaken or fail.
Example
The proposal was not sustained.
提案は支えられませんでした。
B2 verb /kənˈfaɪn/

confine

閉じ込める
Meaning
to restrict someone or something within certain limits; to keep someone in a closed space
Example
The prisoner was confined to his cell for 23 hours a day.
囚人は1日に23時間、自分の独房に閉じ込められた。
B2 verb, noun /stæb/

stab

刺す
Meaning
to pierce or wound with a pointed weapon or object
Example
He was stabbed in the back during the altercation.
彼は口論中に背中を刺されました。
B2 noun /ˈkɪdni/

Kidney

腎臓
Meaning
either of a pair of organs that filter waste products from the blood and produce urine
Example
Drinking plenty of water helps keep your kidneys healthy.
十分な水分を摂取することで、腎臓の健康を保つことができます。
B2 noun /ɡræm/

Gram

ひよこ豆
Meaning
chickpea; a leguminous plant and its edible seed
Example
She cooked gram curry for lunch today.
今日は昼食にひよこ豆カレーを作りました。
B2 adverb /ˈstrɪktli/

strictly

厳密に
Meaning
in a way that follows rules or limits completely
Example
Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the building.
建物内での喫煙は厳密に禁止されています。
B2 noun ˈekwɪti

equity

エクイティ
Meaning
The value of the shares issued by a company.
Example
Owning equity in a company can yield significant returns.
会社の株式を所有することは、重要なリターンをもたらす可能性があります。
B2 noun /ˈstɛriəˌtaɪp/

stereotype

ステレオタイプ
Meaning
A widely held but oversimplified and fixed idea of a particular type of person or thing.
Example
It is a stereotype that all gamers are antisocial.
すべてのゲーマーが反社会的だというのはステレオタイプです。
B2 adjective /ˈhoʊm.sɪk/

Homesick

ホームシック; 家が恋しい
Meaning
experiencing a longing for one's home during a period of absence from it; missing home
Example
After three months studying abroad, Maria felt increasingly homesick for her family.
海外での勉強が3ヶ月終わり、マリアは家族が恋しくなった。
B2 verb /ˈtrɛmbəl/

tremble

震える
Meaning
To shake slightly, often because of fear, cold, or nervousness.
Example
She began to tremble with fear before speaking.
彼女は話す前に恐怖で震え始めました。
B2 adverb /ˌðɛərˈbaɪ/

Thereby

それによって;
Meaning
as a result of that; by that means
Example
He worked hard and thereby achieved success.
彼は一生懸命働き、それによって成功を収めました。
B2 noun /ˈtraɪ.əl/

Trial

裁判; テスト
Meaning
a formal examination of evidence in a court; a test of performance or quality
Example
The murder trial lasted for three weeks in the county courthouse.
殺人裁判は郡の裁判所で3週間続いた。
B2 noun/verb /dɪˈvɔːrs/

divorce

離婚
Meaning
the legal ending of a marriage; to officially end a marriage
Example
After years of conflict, they decided to get a divorce.
数年の対立の後、彼らは離婚することを決めました。
B2 noun /ˈmʌð.ər.hʊd/

Motherhood

母性
Meaning
the state of being a mother; the qualities of a mother
Example
She embraced the joys and challenges of motherhood.
彼女は母性の喜びと挑戦を受け入れました。
B2 noun ˌriːfɔːˈreɪʃən

reforestation

再植林
Meaning
The natural or intentional restocking of existing forests and woodlands that have been depleted.
Example
Reforestation efforts are crucial to restoring ecosystems.
再植林の努力は、生態系の回復に重要です。
B2 noun /ˌledʒɪsˈleɪʃən/

legislation

立法
Meaning
laws considered collectively, or the act of making laws
Example
The government passed new legislation to protect the environment.
政府は環境保護のために新しい立法を制定しました。
B2 noun /bætʃ/

batch

一度に生産または処理されたアイテムの量
Meaning
a quantity of items produced or processed at one time
Example
She baked a fresh batch of cookies this morning.
彼女は今朝、新しいバッチのクッキーを焼いた。
B2 verb /ˈprɒspər/

prosper

繁栄する
Meaning
to succeed or flourish, especially in financial or business matters
Example
With hard work and determination, she managed to prosper in her career.
一生懸命の努力と決意で、彼女はキャリアで成功しました。
B2 adjective /beər/

Bare

裸; 未覆われた; 空; 最小限
Meaning
naked; uncovered; empty; minimal
Example
The bare walls of the room needed some decoration.
部屋の裸の壁は何か飾りが必要だった。
B2 noun /ˈɜːnɪŋz/

earnings

収入
Meaning
money obtained in return for labor or services
Example
Her monthly earnings are enough to support her family.
彼女の月収は家族を養うのに十分です。
B2 verb /ɪnˈkwaɪər/

inquire

尋ねる
Meaning
to ask; to investigate
Example
She inquired about the job opening.
彼女は仕事の募集について尋ねました。
B2 noun/verb /krɪˈtiːk/

critique

批評
Meaning
A detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, philosophical, or political theory; to evaluate critically.
Example
The professor asked the students to critique each other's essays.
教授は学生にお互いのエッセイを批評するように頼みました。
B2 noun /ˈleɪ.zi.nəs/

Laziness

怠惰
Meaning
the quality of being unwilling to work or use energy; idleness
Example
His laziness prevented him from achieving his goals.
彼の怠惰さが彼の目標達成を妨げた。
B2 adjective /ˈniː.di/

Needy

困窮した; 貧しい; 必要がある
Meaning
requiring help or support; poor; lacking basic necessities
Example
The charity helps needy families during the winter.
チャリティは冬に困窮している家族を助けます。
B2 noun /prækˈtɪʃ.ən.ər/

practitioner

実務家
Meaning
a person actively engaged in a profession, especially medicine or law
Example
She is a skilled medical practitioner.
彼女は優れた医療実務家です。
B2 adjective /ˈstʌnɪŋ/

stunning

驚くべき
Meaning
extremely impressive or attractive
Example
The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely stunning.
山の頂上からの景色は本当に驚くべきものでした。
B2 verb /ˈmæk.sɪ.maɪz/

maximize

最大化する
Meaning
to increase something as much as possible
Example
The company aims to maximize its profits this year.
会社は今年、利益を最大化することを目指しています。
B2 noun /dɪˈsen.dənt/

Descendant

子孫
Meaning
a person who is descended from a particular ancestor; offspring of a later generation
Example
She discovered that she was a descendant of European royalty through genealogy research.
彼女は系譜研究を通じて、ヨーロッパの王族の子孫であることを発見しました。
B2 verb /ˈmɑːdɪfaɪ/

modify

変更する
Meaning
to change or alter something; to make partial changes
Example
We need to modify the plan to include more details.
計画を変更して、詳細を追加する必要があります。
B2 noun /brest/

Breast

胸
Meaning
the front surface of a person's or animal's body between the neck and the stomach
Example
The baby fell asleep on her mother's breast.
赤ちゃんは母親の胸で寝ました。
B2 noun ˈsɛv.ən ˈwʌn.dərz

Seven Wonders

七不思議
Meaning
The seven most remarkable and famous structures in the world, representing architectural feats and cultural significance.
Example
The Seven Wonders of the world reflect human brilliance.
世界の七不思議は人類の素晴らしさを反映しています。
B2 verb /ɪˈnækt/

enact

制定する
Meaning
to make into law; to perform or act out
Example
The government decided to enact a new policy on education.
政府は教育に関する新しい政策を制定することを決定しました。
B2 adjective /dæmp/

damp

湿った
Meaning
slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way
Example
The room felt cold and damp after the rain.
雨の後、部屋は冷たくて湿っていると感じました。
B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

Allegation

告発
Meaning
a claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal
Example
The allegation against him was proven false.
彼に対する告発は虚偽であることが証明された。
B2 noun /ˈɡɑː.mənt/

garment

衣類
Meaning
An item of clothing.
Example
She bought a new garment for the party.
彼女はパーティーのために新しい衣類を買いました。
B2 adjective /skeərs/

Scarce

希少な; 見つけにくい; 少量で存在する
Meaning
rare; not easily found; existing in small quantities
Example
Fresh water is becoming increasingly scarce in desert regions.
砂漠地帯では、淡水がますます希少になっています。
B2 noun ˌdedɪˈkeɪʃn

dedication

献身
Meaning
The quality of being dedicated or committed to a task or purpose; devotion.
Example
His dedication laid the foundation of Indian science.
彼の献身はインディアの科学の基盤を築いた。
B2 adjective /ˌʌndɪˈnaɪəbl/

Undeniable

否定できない
Meaning
impossible to deny or dispute; clearly true
Example
The evidence of his guilt was undeniable.
彼の有罪の証拠は否定できなかった。
B2 adjective /ˈteɪst.ləs/

Tasteless

味がない
Meaning
lacking flavor; showing poor judgment in style
Example
The soup was completely tasteless and needed more seasoning.
スープは完全に味がなく、さらに調味料が必要でした。
B2 noun /træŋˈkwɪl.ɪ.ti/

tranquillity

静けさ
Meaning
the state of being calm, peaceful, and free from disturbance
Example
She enjoyed the tranquillity of the countryside after years in the city.
彼女は都市で何年も過ごした後、田舎の静けさを楽しんでいました。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈhɜːrt/

unhurt

無傷
Meaning
Not injured or harmed.
Example
She walked away from the accident unhurt.
彼女は事故から無傷で歩き去った。
B2 adjective /kənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/

Conditional

条件付き; 条件に依存する
Meaning
dependent on certain conditions; not absolute
Example
The job offer is conditional upon passing the background check.
その仕事のオファーは、バックグラウンドチェックに合格することが条件です。
B2 noun /ɡʌm/

Gum

歯茎; 粘着物質
Meaning
the firm flesh that surrounds the roots of the teeth; a viscous secretion
Example
The dentist checked her gum for any signs of disease.
歯科医は病気の兆候があるかどうか彼女の歯茎をチェックしました。
B2 adjective /ˈtraɪbəl/

tribal

部族の
Meaning
relating to a tribe or tribes, especially indigenous people
Example
The tribal community has preserved its culture for centuries.
部族コミュニティは何世代にもわたりその文化を守り続けてきました。
B2 adverb /ˈfɔːrməli/

formally

正式に
Meaning
in a formal or official manner; according to established rules or conventions
Example
The agreement was formally signed by both parties.
その合意は両当事者によって正式に署名された。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈteɪk/

overtake

追い越す
Meaning
to catch up with and pass someone or something; to surpass
Example
The runner managed to overtake his competitor in the final lap.
ランナーは最後の周回で競争相手を追い越しました。
B2 adjective /pəˈrɛntəl/

parental

親に関連する
Meaning
relating to a parent or parents; characteristic of a mother or father
Example
Parental guidance is important for a child's development.
子供の成長には親のガイダンスが重要です。
B2 noun /kaʊtʃ/

Couch

カウチ
Meaning
a long upholstered seat for more than one person, typically with a back and arms
Example
The family gathered on the couch to watch a movie.
家族はソファに集まり、映画を見ました。
B2 noun /ˈpjʊə.rɪ.ti/

Purity

純粋さ; 清潔さ; 汚染からの自由
Meaning
the state of being pure; cleanness or freedom from contamination
Example
The purity of the mountain water was remarkable.
山の水の純粋さは注目に値しました。
B2 noun /ˈpen.ʃən/

Pension

年金
Meaning
a regular payment made to someone who is no longer working because of age or disability
Example
After retirement, he receives a monthly pension from the company.
退職後、彼は会社から毎月年金を受け取ります。
B2 noun /ˈvɛtərən/

veteran

経験豊富な人 / 退役軍人
Meaning
a person who has long experience in a particular field or an ex-member of the armed forces
Example
He is a veteran of the software industry.
彼はソフトウェア業界のベテランです。
B2 adjective /ˈɪmpæktfʊl/

impactful

インパクトがある
Meaning
Having a major impact or effect; powerful and forceful.
Example
Her impactful speech moved the audience to take action.
彼女のインパクトのあるスピーチは、聴衆を行動に駆り立てた。
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 noun /ˈmɑːrkər/

marker

マーカー、マーキングペン
Meaning
an object used to indicate a position, place, or boundary; a pen with a thick tip used for writing or drawing
Example
He used a red marker to underline the important points.
彼は重要なポイントを強調するために赤いマーカーを使用しました。
B2 adjective /ˈmæskjəlɪn/

masculine

男性的
Meaning
having qualities traditionally associated with men
Example
He has a deep, masculine voice.
彼は深い男性的な声を持っています。
B2 noun /ˈhɑːr.bər/

Harbour

港
Meaning
a place on the coast where vessels may find shelter; a place of safety or refuge
Example
The fishing boats returned safely to the harbour before the storm hit the coastline.
漁船は嵐が海岸を襲う前に安全に港に戻りました。
B2 noun, verb /stiːm/

steam

蒸気
Meaning
the vapor into which water is converted when heated; to emit or treat with steam
Example
The kettle was steaming on the stove.
ケトルはストーブで蒸気を発生させていた。
B2 noun səˈsteɪnəbl dɪˈvɛləpmənt

Sustainable Development

持続可能な開発
Meaning
Development that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Example
Eco-tourism contributes to sustainable development in local communities.
エコツーリズムは地域社会の持続可能な開発に貢献しています。
B2 noun /ˈdjuːəʊ/

duo

デュオ
Meaning
a pair of people or things, especially in music or entertainment
Example
The musical duo performed their latest hit at the concert.
その音楽デュオはコンサートで最新のヒットを演奏しました。
B2 verb /ɪnˈroʊl/

enrol

登録する
Meaning
To officially register or sign up for a course, program, or membership
Example
She decided to enrol in a language course to improve her skills.
彼女はスキルを向上させるために語学コースに登録することに決めた。
B2 adjective /ˈrest.ləs/

Restless

落ち着きのない
Meaning
unable to rest or relax; constantly moving or fidgeting
Example
The child was restless during the long car journey.
長い車の旅で子供は落ち着きがなかった。
B2 adjective /ˈpraɪs.ləs/

Priceless

無価値な; 計り知れない価値がある
Meaning
extremely valuable; invaluable; beyond price
Example
Her grandmother's antique jewelry is absolutely priceless.
彼女の祖母の古代の宝石は絶対に無価値だ。
B2 noun /soʊp keɪs/

Soap case

石鹸ケース
Meaning
a container used to store soap
Example
She bought a beautiful soap case for the bathroom.
彼女はバスルーム用に美しい石鹸ケースを買いました。
B2 verb /ˈdæzəl/

dazzle

魅了する
Meaning
to impress deeply or blind with brilliance or skill
Example
The magician's tricks dazzled the audience.
マジシャンのトリックは観客を驚かせた。
B2 adverb /ˈɜːrdʒəntli/

urgently

緊急に
Meaning
in a way that requires immediate attention or action
Example
The patient urgently needs medical attention.
患者は緊急に医療処置が必要です。
B2 verb /ˈɪnəveɪt/

innovate

革新
Meaning
To introduce new methods, ideas, or products.
Example
The company must innovate to stay ahead of its competitors.
その企業は競争相手を追い越すために革新を続けなければならない。
B2 noun /depθ/

Depth

深さ; 深いまたは深遠な特質
Meaning
the distance from the top or surface to the bottom; the quality of being intense or profound
Example
The depth of the ocean in this area reaches over three thousand meters.
この地域の海の深さは3,000メートルを超えています。
B2 verb /ˈsʌməraɪz/

summarize

要約する
Meaning
To give a brief statement of the main points of something
Example
She summarized the report in just a few minutes.
彼女は数分で報告書を要約した。
B2 noun /ˈdef.ə.sɪt/

Deficit

赤字; 欠乏
Meaning
the amount by which something is too small; a shortfall or lack
Example
The government faced a budget deficit of millions due to increased spending.
政府は支出の増加により、何百万もの予算の赤字に直面しました。
B2 noun breɪn ˈtreɪ.nɪŋ

brain-training

脳のトレーニング
Meaning
Mental exercises designed to improve cognitive functions, memory retention, and overall brain performance.
Example
Regular brain-training can improve memory retention.
定期的な脳トレーニングは記憶力を向上させることができます。
B2 noun /soʊl/

Sole

足の裏; 靴の底
Meaning
the bottom part of the foot; the bottom part of a shoe
Example
I have a blister on the sole of my foot.
私の足の裏に水ぶくれがあります。
B2 noun ˈkɔːrəl ˈriːfs

Coral Reefs

サンゴ礁
Meaning
Underwater structures made from calcium carbonate secreted by corals, forming diverse marine ecosystems.
Example
Saint Martin's Island is known for its coral reefs.
セント・マーチン島はそのサンゴ礁で知られています。
B2 adjective /ˈvɛriəbl/

Variable

変動可能な
Meaning
able to change; not consistent or having a fixed pattern
Example
The weather has been very variable this week.
今週の天気は非常に変わりやすかったです。
B2 noun dɪˈskrɛʃən

discretion

慎重
Meaning
The quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information.
Example
She handled the situation with great discretion.
彼女は非常に慎重にその状況に対処しました。
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 verb /prɪˈzjuːm/

presume

仮定する
Meaning
To suppose something is true without proof; to take for granted.
Example
I presume she has already left for the meeting.
私は彼女がすでに会議に出かけたと思います。
B2 noun /ˈtɔːtʃər/

torture

拷問
Meaning
the action or practice of inflicting severe pain on someone as a punishment or to force them to do something
Example
He was subjected to torture during the interrogation.
彼は尋問中に拷問を受けました。
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 /nəˈtɔːriəs/

notorious

悪名高い
Meaning
Famous or well-known for something bad or undesirable
Example
The area is notorious for its high crime rate.
その地域は高い犯罪率で悪名高いです。
B2 noun /prəˈtɛstər/

protester

抗議者
Meaning
a person who takes part in a protest or demonstration
Example
The protester spoke passionately about the cause.
抗議者はその原因について情熱的に話しました。
B2 verb /ˈwiːkən/

Weaken

弱める
Meaning
to make or become less strong or powerful
Example
The illness weakened his immune system significantly.
その病気は彼の免疫システムを著しく弱めました。
B2 verb /kreɪv/

crave

強く欲する, 渇望する
Meaning
to have a strong desire for something
Example
She craves adventure and often travels to remote places.
彼女は冒険を渇望し、しばしば遠くの場所へ旅行します。
B2 adjective /ˈstʌdid/

studied

慎重な
Meaning
carefully considered, deliberate, or planned
Example
Her response was calm and studied, not impulsive.
彼女の返答は冷静で慎重であり、衝動的ではなかった。
B2 adjective /ˈeɪ.li.ən/

alien

エイリアン
Meaning
Belonging to a foreign country or nation; extraterrestrial.
Example
The telescope is capable of detecting alien signals.
望遠鏡はエイリアンの信号を検出することができます。
B2 noun ˌɜːbənaɪˈzeɪʃən

urbanization

都市化
Meaning
The process by which towns and cities are formed and become larger as more people begin living and working in central areas.
Example
Urbanization leads to more developed infrastructure.
都市化はより発展したインフラストラクチャーをもたらす。
B2 noun /ˈrɒbər/

robber

強盗
Meaning
a person who steals property from others, often using force or threat
Example
The robber was caught after a quick police chase.
素早い警察の追跡の後、強盗は捕まった。
B2 verb /ˈɡæmbəl/

gamble

ギャンブル
Meaning
to bet money on games of chance; to take a risky action
Example
He decided to gamble his savings on the stock market.
彼は株式市場に貯金を賭けることに決めました。
B2 adjective /ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪkl/

economical

経済的
Meaning
Careful in the use of resources; providing good value or efficiency.
Example
Driving a hybrid car is economical in the long run.
ハイブリッド車を運転することは長期的には経済的です。
B2 noun /ˈaʊt.saɪ.dər/

Out-sider

アウトサイダー
Meaning
a person who does not belong to a particular group; someone not accepted by a group
Example
As an outsider, he found it difficult to understand their traditions.
アウトサイダーとして、彼は彼らの伝統を理解するのが難しいと感じました。
B2 noun /biːt/

Beet

ビート
Meaning
a plant with a round dark red root that is eaten as a vegetable
Example
Roasted beet with goat cheese makes a delicious salad.
ゴートチーズとローストビートが美味しいサラダを作ります。
B2 noun /ˌkɒnsərˈveɪʃən ˈmuːvmənt/

Conservation Movement

保護運動
Meaning
A political, environmental, and social movement that seeks to protect natural resources including plant and animal species as well as their habitat for the future.
Example
The conservation movement began in the 19th century to protect wildlife.
保護運動は19世紀に野生動物を保護するために始まりました。
B2 noun /æs/

Ass

ロバ
Meaning
a donkey; a small domesticated animal of the horse family
Example
The farmer used an ass to carry heavy loads.
農夫は重い荷物を運ぶためにロバを使いました。
B2 adjective /ˈmʌd.i/

muddy

泥だらけ
Meaning
covered in or full of mud; unclear or confused
Example
The children came back with muddy shoes after playing outside.
子供たちは外で遊んだ後、泥だらけの靴で帰ってきました。
B2 noun /ˈtrɒli/

Troly

トロリー
Meaning
an electric vehicle that runs on rails or tracks in the street
Example
The trolley runs through the city center every fifteen minutes.
トロリーは市内中心を15分ごとに走ります。
B2 verb /ɪnˈkwaɪər/

enquire

尋ねる
Meaning
to ask for information about something
Example
He enquired about the train schedule.
彼は列車の時刻表について尋ねました。
B2 noun /ˈmaɪnə(r)/

miner

鉱夫
Meaning
a person who works in a mine, extracting minerals or other resources
Example
The miner worked in the coal mine for many years.
鉱夫は長年、石炭鉱で働いていました。
B2 noun /kənˈdʒes.tʃən/

congestion

渋滞
Meaning
A situation in which a place is too blocked or crowded, causing difficulties.
Example
Urban congestion leads to longer travel times.
都市の渋滞は、旅行時間を長くする原因です。
B2 noun ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt

anecdote

スピーチや文章で使われる短くて興味深い話
Meaning
A short interesting story used in speeches or writing.
Example
A well-placed anecdote makes a speech more relatable.
適切に配置されたエピソードは、スピーチをより関連性のあるものにします。
B2 noun /ˈaʊt.breɪk/

Out-break

発生
Meaning
a sudden occurrence or eruption of something, especially disease or violence
Example
The outbreak of flu affected many students in the school.
インフルエンザの流行は学校の多くの生徒に影響を与えた。
B2 noun /ˈpæn.ɪk/

Panic

パニック
Meaning
sudden uncontrollable fear or anxiety; a state of widespread fear and anxiety
Example
The fire alarm caused panic among the students.
火災警報が学生たちの間にパニックを引き起こしました。
B2 noun /ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs ˈviː.ɪ.kəlz/

autonomous vehicles

自動運転車
Meaning
Vehicles that can operate and move without human intervention or control.
Example
Autonomous vehicles are revolutionizing the future of transport.
自動運転車は交通の未来を革新しています。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈtʃeɪndʒəbəl/

Unchangeable

変更不可能な; 固定された;
Meaning
not able to be changed or altered; fixed and permanent
Example
The laws of physics are unchangeable principles that govern the universe.
物理法則は変更不可能な原則であり、宇宙を支配しています。
B2 verb /ˈrʌm.bəl/

rumble

幸せ
Meaning
to make a continuous deep, resonant sound
Example
Thunder rumbled in the distance.
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。
B2 adjective /ˈmɪd.əl.eɪdʒd/

Middle-aged

中年
Meaning
being of an age between young and old; typically between 40-60 years old
Example
The middle-aged man started a new career.
中年の男性が新しいキャリアを始めた。
B2 noun ˌtrænsfərˈmeɪʃən

transformation

変革
Meaning
A thorough or dramatic change in form, appearance, or character; a complete alteration or evolution.
Example
Digital literacy leads to economic transformation.
デジタルリテラシーは経済的な変革を導きます。
B2 verb /ɪmˈpoʊz/

impose

課す
Meaning
to force someone to accept something; to establish or apply by authority
Example
The government imposed new taxes on luxury goods.
政府は高級品に新しい税を課した。
B2 noun /kənˈsɛʃən/

concession

譲歩
Meaning
something that is granted, especially in response to demands; a compromise
Example
The company made several concessions during the negotiations.
会社は交渉中にいくつかの譲歩をしました。
B2 noun /ˈbænər/

banner

Meaning
a large printed sign used for advertisements or announcements
Example
The company displayed a banner to advertise their new product.
B2 noun ˈmɑːr.kɪt ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi

market economy

市場経済
Meaning
An economic system where production and pricing decisions are controlled by individuals and based on supply and demand.
Example
A market economy allows businesses to compete freely.
市場経済は企業が自由に競争できるようにします。
B2 noun /ˈɪə.rə/

Era

時代
Meaning
a long and distinct period of history with a particular feature or characteristic
Example
The Renaissance was an era of great artistic and cultural achievement.
ルネサンスは大きな芸術的および文化的業績の時代でした。
B2 noun /ˈdʒuːələr/

jeweller

宝石商
Meaning
a person who makes, repairs, or sells jewelry
Example
The jeweller crafted a beautiful gold ring.
その宝石商は美しい金の指輪を作った。
B2 noun /ˈnæreɪtər/

narrator

語り手
Meaning
A person who tells the story in a book, play, or film.
Example
The narrator guided the audience through the complex plot.
語り手は複雑なプロットを通じて観客を導きました。
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。