B1 noun kəˈpæs.ə.ti

capacity

容量

Meaning

The maximum amount that something can contain or produce; the ability or power to do or understand something.

Example

The cable has the capacity to handle vast data traffic.

ケーブルは大量のデータトラフィックを処理する能力を持っています。

A1 noun /ˈrɛst(ə)rɒnt/

restaurant

レストラン

Meaning

a place where meals are prepared and served to customers

Example

We went to the restaurant for dinner.

私たちは夕食のためにレストランに行きました。

C1 adjective /ˈtrɛtʃərəs/

treacherous

裏切りの

Meaning

Dangerously unstable or deceptive; likely to betray trust.

Example

The treacherous road made driving difficult.

裏切りの道路は運転を難しくしました。

A1 noun /her/

Hair

髪

Meaning

any of the fine thread-like strands growing from the skin of humans and animals

Example

She decided to cut her long hair short for a fresh new look this summer.

彼女はこの夏、さっぱりとした新しい外見のために長い髪を短くすることに決めました。

B1 verb /rɪˈtaɪə/

retire

引退する

Meaning

to stop working after reaching a certain age or having completed a career

Example

She decided to retire after working for 40 years.

彼女は40年間働いた後、引退することに決めました。

C2 noun /ˈdɪti/

ditty

短い歌

Meaning

a short, simple song or poem

Example

She sang a cheerful little ditty while cooking.

彼女は料理をしながら陽気な小さな歌を歌っていた。

A2 noun /kəˈlek.ʃən/

Collection

コレクション; 収集; アーカイブ

Meaning

a group of objects gathered together; the action or process of collecting

Example

She has an impressive collection of vintage books in her library.

彼女は図書館に古い本の印象的なコレクションを持っています。

A2 noun /klʌb/

club

クラブ

Meaning

an organization of people with a common interest; also a place for social gatherings or entertainment

Example

He joined the local tennis club to meet new people.

彼は新しい人々に会うために地元のテニスクラブに参加しました。

A1 noun /ˈʃʊɡər/

Sugar

砂糖

Meaning

sweet crystalline substance used as a sweetener

Example

Please add two teaspoons of sugar to my coffee.

私のコーヒーに砂糖を小さじ2杯加えてください。

C1 adjective /stjuːˈpɛndəs/

stupendous

素晴らしい

Meaning

extremely impressive; amazing in size, degree, or excellence

Example

The magician’s performance was simply stupendous.

マジシャンのパフォーマンスはまさに素晴らしいものでした。

C1 noun /mɔːs/

Moss

苔

Meaning

a small flowerless plant that grows in clumps in moist places

Example

Green moss covered the old stone wall.

緑の苔が古い石の壁を覆っていました。

B1 noun ɪmˈpruːv.mənts

improvements

改善

Meaning

The action of making or becoming better; an instance of something becoming or being made better.

Example

Continuous improvements increase productivity.

継続的な改善は生産性を高めます。

C1 adjective /ˌɪnsərˈmaʊntəbl/

insurmountable

克服不可能

Meaning

Too great to be overcome.

Example

The explorers faced insurmountable odds in the desert.

探検者たちは砂漠で克服不可能な障害に直面した。

B2 noun /ˈwɪzərd/

Wizard

魔法使い

Meaning

a man who is supposed to have magical powers; a person who is very skilled in a particular area

Example

The wizard performed amazing magic tricks.

その魔法使いは驚くべき魔法のトリックを披露しました。

C2 noun /ˈmɪlk pɒt/

Milk-pot

ミルクポット

Meaning

a container specifically used for storing or serving milk

Example

She poured fresh milk from the milk-pot into her glass.

彼女はミルクポットから新鮮なミルクをグラスに注いだ。

B2 adjective ɔːrˈɡæn.ɪk

organic

有機

Meaning

Produced or involving production without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents.

Example

Organic farming improves soil health and reduces pollution.

有機農業は土壌の健康を改善し、汚染を減少させます。

B2 noun ˈsæt.əl.aɪt

satellite

人工衛星

Meaning

An artificial object which has been intentionally placed into orbit around a celestial body.

Example

Satellites provide critical data for research.

人工衛星は研究のために重要なデータを提供します。

C1 adjective /ˈsaʊnd.pruːf/

Sound-proof

防音; 音の出入りを防ぐ

Meaning

impervious to sound; preventing sound from entering or leaving

Example

The recording studio has sound-proof walls.

レコーディングスタジオには防音壁があります。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdjʊər/

endure

耐える

Meaning

to suffer something difficult or unpleasant patiently

Example

He had to endure years of hardship before achieving success.

成功を収める前に何年もの困難に耐えなければならなかった。

C2 verb /kəˈvɔrt/

cavort

楽しそうに跳ねる

Meaning

to jump or dance around excitedly

Example

The children cavorted happily in the garden.

子供たちは庭で楽しそうに跳ねていました。

B2 noun ˌvɛntɪˈleɪʃən

ventilation

換気

Meaning

The provision of fresh air to a room, building, etc.

Example

Proper ventilation is essential for maintaining air quality.

適切な換気は、空気の質を維持するために不可欠です。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈfrɛndli/

unfriendly

不親切な

Meaning

not kind or welcoming; hostile or cold in behavior or attitude

Example

The shop owner seemed unfriendly to new customers.

店のオーナーは新しい客に不親切なようだった。

B1 noun /əˈkaʊnt/

Account

アカウント

Meaning

a record of money received and paid out; a report or description of an event

Example

She opened a savings account at the bank.

彼女は銀行で貯蓄口座を開設しました。

B2 noun /ˈkʊk.uː/

Cuckoo

カッコウ

Meaning

a bird known for its distinctive call and for laying eggs in other birds' nests

Example

We heard the cuckoo calling from the forest early in the morning.

朝早く、森の中でカッコウの声を聞きました。

B2 noun /ɪnˈvɒlvmənt/

involvement

関与

Meaning

the act of taking part in something

Example

His involvement in the project was crucial.

彼のプロジェクトへの関与は重要だった。

C2 verb /daʊz/

dowse

水や鉱物を占いの棒で探す; または液体で浸すまたは消火する。

Meaning

To search for underground water or minerals using a divining rod; also to drench or extinguish with liquid.

Example

The farmer tried to dowse for water in the dry field.

農夫は乾燥した畑で水を探すためにダウズしようとした。

B2 adverb /rɪˈɡɑrdləs/

regardless

関係なく

Meaning

without paying attention to the current situation or condition

Example

She will go to the party regardless of the weather.

彼女は天気に関係なくパーティーに行きます。

C1 noun /ˈzɪn.i.ə/

Zinnia

ジニア

Meaning

A colorful garden flower with daisy-like blooms, popular for its vibrant colors and long-lasting nature

Example

The garden was filled with bright zinnias in various colors.

庭はさまざまな色の明るいジニアでいっぱいでした。

A2 noun /ˈbɪznəsˌwʊmən/

businesswoman

実業家の女性

Meaning

a woman who works in business, especially one who owns or manages a company

Example

The businesswoman expanded her company into international markets.

その実業家の女性は会社を国際市場へ拡大した。

C1 noun /ˈprɒksi/

proxy

代理人

Meaning

A person authorized to act on behalf of another; a substitute.

Example

She voted by proxy at the meeting.

彼女は会議で代理投票を行った。

B2 adjective /ˈɡrædʒuˌeɪtɪd/

graduated

段階的な / 卒業した

Meaning

Arranged in steps, levels, or stages; having completed a course of study and received a degree

Example

The scientist used a graduated cylinder to measure the liquid precisely.

科学者は液体を正確に測定するためにグラジュエイテッドシリンダーを使用しました。

C2 noun /ʃiːf/

sheaf

麦の束

Meaning

a bundle of grain stalks laid lengthwise and tied together after reaping; a bundle of objects tied together

Example

The farmer carried a sheaf of wheat on his shoulder.

農夫は肩に小麦の束を運んでいました。

B2 noun /ˈtɛmpoʊ/

tempo

テンポ, リズム

Meaning

The speed or pace at which a piece of music or activity is performed.

Example

The band played the song at a faster tempo than usual.

バンドは普段よりも速いテンポで曲を演奏しました。

craft

技術、工芸、手工芸

Meaning

an activity involving skill in making things by hand; a trade or occupation

Example

She has mastered the craft of pottery.

彼女は陶芸の技術を習得しています。

B2 noun /ˈlʊkɪŋ ɡlæs/

Looking glass

鏡

Meaning

a mirror; a piece of glass that reflects images

Example

She looked at herself in the looking glass.

彼女は鏡の中で自分を見ました。

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 adverb /ˈaʊər.li/

Hourly

毎時間; 毎時間行われるまたは行う; 継続的に

Meaning

every hour; happening or done each hour; continuously

Example

The weather report is updated hourly.

天気予報は毎時間更新されます。

C1 adverb /ˈfɪksɪdli/

Fixedly

固定的に

Meaning

in a steady, unmoving manner; with intense concentration

Example

He stared fixedly at the painting.

彼は絵を固定的に見つめていた。

C1 noun /ˈækəleɪd/

accolade

栄誉

Meaning

An award, honor, or expression of praise.

Example

She received an accolade for her outstanding performance.

彼女は卓越したパフォーマンスで栄誉を受けました。

B2 adjective /ˈstɑː.ri/

Starry

星のような; 輝く;

Meaning

full of stars; shining like stars; relating to stars

Example

We enjoyed the starry night sky while camping in the mountains.

私たちは山でキャンプしながら、星空を楽しみました。

C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːrviəs/

impervious

透過しない

Meaning

Not allowing fluid to pass through; unable to be affected by something.

Example

The jacket is impervious to rain.

ジャケットは雨に透過しません。

C2 verb /ˈmiːliəˌreɪt/

meliorate

改善する

Meaning

To make something better or improve a condition.

Example

The new policies aim to meliorate the living conditions of the poor.

新しい政策は貧しい人々の生活条件を改善することを目指しています。

B2 verb /əˈkʌmplɪʃ/

accomplish

達成する

Meaning

to achieve or complete successfully

Example

She managed to accomplish all her goals for the year.

彼女はその年の目標をすべて達成することができました。

B2 noun /ˈvæljuː ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/

value proposition

製品やサービスが顧客に提供するユニークな利益や価値を説明する声明

Meaning

A statement that explains the unique benefits or value that a product or service offers to customers.

Example

A clear value proposition attracts more customers.

明確なバリュープロポジションは、より多くの顧客を引きつけます。

C2 adjective /ˈkɪŋ.ki/

Kinky

変わった性的習慣; カールした髪

Meaning

having or involving unconventional sexual practices; having tight curls or bends

Example

His kinky hair made him look unique.

彼のくるくるした髪は彼をユニークに見せました。

B1 noun /bɔɪl/

Boil

膿瘍; フロンケル

Meaning

a painful, pus-filled bump under the skin caused by infected hair follicles

Example

The painful boil on his neck required medical treatment.

彼の首にできた痛みを伴う膿瘍には医療処置が必要だった。

B2 noun əˌpriː.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən

appreciation

価値の上昇

Meaning

An increase in the value of an asset over time.

Example

Real estate properties often experience appreciation over time.

不動産は通常、時間の経過とともに価値が上昇します。

C1 adjective /ˌʌnəkˈnɒlɪdʒd/

unacknowledged

認められない

Meaning

Not recognized, admitted, or accepted; ignored or unnoticed

Example

Her contributions to the project went unacknowledged.

彼女のプロジェクトへの貢献は認められなかった。

A2 noun /ˈsen.tʃər.i/

Century

世紀; 百年

Meaning

a period of one hundred years; a score of one hundred in cricket

Example

The ancient castle has stood for more than five centuries.

その古い城は500年以上も立っています。

B2 noun /ˌɪmpərˈfɛkʃən/

imperfection

不完全

Meaning

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

Example

She accepted her imperfection as part of being human.

彼女は人間であることの一部として自分の不完全さを受け入れた。

C1 noun /ˌnɑm.əˈni/

Nominee

ノミネートされた人

Meaning

a person who is nominated for an office, award, or honor

Example

She was the nominee for the Best Actress award.

彼女は最優秀女優賞のノミネートされた人でした。

C2 noun /ˌpærəˈnɔɪæk/

paranoiac

パラノイア的な人

Meaning

A person who suffers from paranoia or exhibits extreme, irrational distrust and suspicion.

Example

The paranoiac refused to leave his house, fearing everyone was against him.

そのパラノイア的な人は、みんなが自分に反対していると恐れて家を出ることを拒んだ。

C2 verb /bɪˈhəʊv/

behove

適切である

Meaning

British spelling of 'behoove'; to be appropriate or necessary

Example

It would behove the company to listen to its customers.

会社は顧客の意見に耳を傾けるべきです。

B1 verb /ˌɪntərˈækt/

interact

交流する

Meaning

to communicate or work together with someone or something

Example

Students interact with teachers during class discussions.

学生は授業のディスカッション中に教師と交流します。

C1 noun /ˈdɛspətɪzəm/

despotism

専制政治

Meaning

absolute power exercised in a cruel and oppressive way

Example

The people revolted against the era of despotism.

人々は専制政治の時代に反乱を起こしました。

A1 noun /kæn/

Can

缶

Meaning

a metal container for food or drink

Example

I opened a can of soup for lunch.

私は昼食のためにスープの缶を開けました。

A2 pronoun /hɪmˈself/

himself

自分自身

Meaning

Used to emphasize that a male person does something by his own effort.

Example

He fixed the car himself.

彼は自分自身で車を修理しました。

C1 adjective /ɒˈstɛnsəbl/

ostensible

見せかけの

Meaning

stated or appearing to be true, but not necessarily so

Example

His ostensible reason for leaving was illness, but many doubted it.

彼の出発の見せかけの理由は病気だったが、多くの人がそれを疑っていた。

B2 noun /ˈpriːmiəm/

premium

プレミアム

Meaning

an amount of money paid regularly for an insurance policy; something of superior quality or value

Example

You need to pay your insurance premium every year.

あなたは毎年保険料を支払う必要があります。

切望; 待望

A2 adjective /ˈhelp.fəl/

Helpful

役立つ; 有益な

Meaning

giving or providing assistance; useful; beneficial

Example

She was very helpful in organizing the event.

彼女はイベントの準備に非常に役立ちました。

A1 verb /tʃuːz/

choose

選ぶ

Meaning

to pick or select from several options

Example

I always choose healthy food options.

私はいつも健康的な食べ物の選択肢を選びます。

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。

C2 adjective /ɪnˈsuːsiənt/

insouciant

無頓着

Meaning

Showing a casual lack of concern; carefree.

Example

He gave an insouciant shrug and walked away.

彼は無頓着に肩をすくめて、歩き去った。

C2 noun /sɪˈdɪʃ.ən/

Sedition

反乱罪

Meaning

conduct or speech inciting people to rebel against authority; treason

Example

The activist was charged with sedition for his inflammatory speeches.

活動家はその扇動的な演説のために反乱罪で起訴された。

C1 noun /ˈɪtʃ.i.nəs/

itchiness

かゆみ

Meaning

The quality or condition of feeling an irritating sensation on the skin that causes a desire to scratch.

Example

Eye itchiness often leads to rubbing.

目のかゆみはしばしば擦る原因となります。

C1 noun /taɪˈkuːn/

tycoon

大富豪

Meaning

a wealthy, powerful businessperson

Example

The real estate tycoon invested in several skyscrapers.

不動産の大富豪は複数の超高層ビルに投資しました。

B2 noun /ˈteɪkˌɔːf/

takeoff

離陸

Meaning

The moment an aircraft leaves the ground and begins to fly; also a sudden rise or start in activity or success.

Example

The plane's takeoff was delayed due to bad weather.

悪天候のため、飛行機の離陸は遅れました。

C2 verb /ˈtæri/

tarry

遅れる

Meaning

To delay or linger; to stay longer than intended.

Example

Do not tarry, or you will miss the train.

遅れないで、さもないと電車に乗り遅れるよ。

B1 noun /ˈætməsˌfɪər/

Atmosphere

大気圏

Meaning

the envelope of gases surrounding the earth or another planet; the pervading tone or mood of a place

Example

The atmosphere protects us from harmful solar radiation.

大気圏は有害な太陽放射線から私たちを守ってくれます。

C1 noun /ˈskrɪmɪdʒ/

scrimmage

練習試合

Meaning

A practice game or informal match, often in sports, especially football.

Example

The team had a scrimmage before the official season started.

チームは公式シーズンが始まる前に練習試合を行いました。

B1 noun /ɪkˈsep.ʃən/

Exception

例外

Meaning

a person or thing that is excluded from a general statement or does not follow a rule

Example

Most students passed the exam, with the exception of a few who were absent.

ほとんどの学生は試験に合格しましたが、例外的に数人の欠席者がいました。

B1 noun /əˈsaɪnmənt/

assignment

課題

Meaning

a task or piece of work given to someone as part of their duties

Example

The students completed their homework assignment on time.

学生たちは時間通りに宿題を終わらせました。

B2 adjective /ˈrek.ləs/

Reckless

無謀な; 無鉄砲な; 危険な;

Meaning

acting without thinking about consequences; careless; dangerous;

Example

His reckless driving caused a serious accident.

彼の無謀な運転は深刻な事故を引き起こしました。

C2 noun /ɪˈfɛmɪnəsi/

effeminacy

女性的特質

Meaning

The quality of showing traits traditionally associated with women, such as delicacy or softness.

Example

In ancient times, effeminacy was often criticized as a sign of weakness.

古代では、女性的特質はしばしば弱さのサインとして批判されていました。

C1 adjective /ˈvɛdʒɪtətɪv/

vegetative

成長や生命の基本的なプロセスに関連する、しばしば意識的な思考や活動なしで

Meaning

relating to growth or the basic processes of life, often without conscious thought or activity

Example

The patient remained in a vegetative state after the accident.

事故の後、患者は植物状態にとどまっていました。

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。

C1 noun /ˈkærɪkətjʊə/

caricature

風刺画

Meaning

A picture or description that exaggerates certain features for comic or satirical effect.

Example

The magazine published a caricature of the politician.

雑誌は政治家の風刺画を発表しました。

A2 noun /seɪf/

Safe

金庫; 保護

Meaning

secure container for storing valuables; protection from danger

Example

He kept his important documents in the office safe.

彼は重要な書類をオフィスの金庫に保管していました。

B2 verb /səˈsteɪn/

sustain

維持する

Meaning

To support, maintain, or keep something going over time.

Example

The team worked hard to sustain their success.

チームは彼らの成功を維持するために一生懸命働きました。

B2 noun /liːk/

Leek

リーク

Meaning

vegetable related to onion with long green leaves and white bulb, milder than onion

Example

The soup was made with potatoes and leeks.

スープはジャガイモとリークで作られていました。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈsɛnsətɪv/

insensitive

無神経な

Meaning

Showing or feeling no concern for others' feelings.

Example

His insensitive comment hurt her deeply.

彼の無神経なコメントは彼女を深く傷つけました。

C1 verb /ˌsuːpərˈsiːd/

supersede

置き換える

Meaning

To replace or take the place of something because it is more modern or effective.

Example

This new law will supersede the old regulations.

この新しい法律は古い規則を置き換えます。

C1 adjective /kəˈləʊ.kwi.əl/

colloquial

口語

Meaning

Used in ordinary conversation rather than formal speech or writing; informal language.

Example

His colloquial expressions made the speech relatable.

彼の口語表現はスピーチをより身近なものにしました。

B2 noun /ˈdrʌm.stɪk/

Drumstick

モリンガのさや

Meaning

long green pod vegetable from moringa tree; nutritious vegetable used in curries

Example

The drumstick adds a unique flavor to the traditional fish curry.

ドラムスティックは伝統的な魚カレーに独特な風味を加えます。

C1 adjective /ˌhæpi ɡoʊ ˈlʌki/

happy-go-lucky

おおらかで、気楽な、無頓着な

Meaning

cheerfully unconcerned about the future; carefree

Example

She has a happy-go-lucky attitude and never worries about tomorrow.

彼女はハピゴーラッキーな態度を持っており、明日のことを心配することはありません。

C2 noun /drɛɡz/

dregs

残渣

Meaning

the remnants of a liquid left in a container, together with any sediment or grounds; the most worthless part of something

Example

He drank the dregs of the coffee before leaving.

彼は出発する前にコーヒーの残渣を飲んだ。

B1 adjective /ˈlɪmɪtɪd/

limited

限定された

Meaning

Restricted in size, amount, or extent; not great in number or ability.

Example

Tickets for the concert are limited.

コンサートのチケットは限定されています。

C1 verb /ˈvɪktɪmaɪz/

victimize

被害者にする

Meaning

To make someone a victim, often by treating them unfairly or cruelly.

Example

The corrupt officials victimized the poor villagers.

腐敗した役人たちは貧しい村人を犠牲にした。

A2 verb /ˈmæri/

marry

結婚する

Meaning

to become husband and wife; to perform a wedding ceremony

Example

They plan to marry next summer.

彼らは来年の夏に結婚する予定です。

A2 noun /piːs/

peace

平和

Meaning

a state of tranquility or quiet, freedom from disturbance

Example

They hope for peace in the region.

彼らは地域での平和を望んでいます。

A1 noun /ˈɡɜːrlfrɛnd/

girlfriend

彼女

Meaning

A woman or girl with whom someone is romantically or emotionally involved.

Example

He introduced his girlfriend to his family.

彼は彼女を家族に紹介した。

B1 noun pɑːˈtɪs.ɪ.pənts

participants

参加者

Meaning

People who take part in something; those involved in an activity or event.

Example

Participants will enjoy breathtaking views.

参加者は息をのむような景色を楽しむでしょう。

C2 noun /ˈpætwɑː/

patois

方言

Meaning

a regional or social dialect, especially one considered nonstandard or informal

Example

The guide slipped into local patois when chatting with the fishermen.

ガイドは漁師と話すときに現地のパトワを使い始めました。

C2 adjective /ˌæl.ɪˈmen.tər.i/

alimentary

消化に関連する

Meaning

relating to nourishment or the organs of digestion

Example

The doctor explained the role of the alimentary canal in digestion.

医者は消化管の役割について説明しました。