B2 noun ˈkɔːʃən

caution

注意

Meaning

Care taken to avoid danger or mistakes; a warning or piece of advice.

Example

Researchers issued a caution regarding unsustainable fishing.

研究者たちは持続不可能な漁業について警告を出しました。

B2 verb /ˌdɪskəˈnɛkt/

disconnect

Meaning

to detach or separate from a connection or source

Example

Please disconnect the charger from the power outlet.

B2 noun /ˈlænd.lɔːrd/

Land lord

家主

Meaning

a person who owns property and rents it to tenants

Example

The landlord collected the monthly rent from all tenants.

家主はすべての借家人から月々の家賃を徴収しました。

B2 adverb /ˈoʊpənli/

Openly

率直に; 公然と

Meaning

in a frank and honest way; without concealment; publicly

Example

She spoke openly about her struggles with mental health.

彼女はメンタルヘルスの問題についてオープンに話した。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈberəbəl/

Unbearable

耐えられない

Meaning

too painful, annoying, or unpleasant to tolerate; impossible to endure

Example

The heat in the desert was unbearable.

砂漠の暑さは耐えられなかった。

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 /rɪˈfaɪnd/

Refined

洗練された; 精製された

Meaning

elegant and cultured in appearance, manner, or taste; purified

Example

She has very refined taste in art and music.

彼女は芸術と音楽に非常に洗練された趣味を持っています。

B2 noun, verb /ˈbʌŋkər/

bunker

地下壕

Meaning

a reinforced underground shelter; to place or store something in a protected place

Example

They hid in a bunker during the air raid.

空襲の間、彼らは地下壕に隠れた。

B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈkʌm/

overcome

克服する

Meaning

To succeed in dealing with a problem or difficulty.

Example

You can overcome procrastination with planning.

計画を立てて先延ばしを克服できます。

B2 noun /ˌsɪmjuˈleɪʃən/

simulation

シミュレーション

Meaning

the imitation of a situation or process

Example

The simulation helped the students understand the complex theory.

シミュレーションは学生が複雑な理論を理解するのを助けました。

B2 noun /ɪˈsteɪt/

estate

Meaning

A large area of land, property, or possessions owned by someone, often including a big house.

Example

The family owned a large estate in the countryside.

B2 noun məˈtæb.əl.ɪ.zəm

metabolism

新陳代謝

Meaning

The chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life.

Example

Exercise boosts metabolism and burns calories.

運動は新陳代謝を促進し、カロリーを燃焼します。

B2 noun /ɡreɪn/

Grain

穀物

Meaning

wheat or any other cultivated cereal crop used as food; a single seed of a cereal

Example

The farmer stored large quantities of grain in the barn after the harvest.

農家は収穫後、大量の穀物を納屋に保管しました。

B2 verb /ˈsɪmbəlaɪz/

symbolize

象徴する

Meaning

to represent or stand for something else

Example

The dove symbolizes peace across cultures.

鳩は文化を超えて平和を象徴しています。

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 verb /soʊk/

soak

浸す

Meaning

to make something completely wet by immersing it in liquid

Example

She soaked the clothes in water before washing them.

彼女は洗濯する前に服を水に浸しました。

B2 noun dʒəˈnet.ɪks

genetics

遺伝学

Meaning

The study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics.

Example

Genetics plays a pivotal role in healthcare advancements.

遺伝学は医療の進歩において重要な役割を果たします。

B2 noun /ɑːrtʃ/

arch

アーチ

Meaning

a curved symmetrical structure spanning an opening and typically supporting the weight above it

Example

The ancient arch still stands in the city center.

古代のアーチは今でも街の中心に立っています。

B2 noun ˌsensɪˈtɪvɪti

sensitivity

感受性

Meaning

The quality or condition of being sensitive; responsiveness to stimuli.

Example

Bose proved plant sensitivity through experiments.

ボースは実験を通じて植物の感受性を証明しました。

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 adjective /ˈjuːθfəl/

Youthful

若々しい; エネルギッシュで新鮮な

Meaning

having the qualities of youth; energetic and fresh

Example

Her youthful energy impressed everyone at work.

彼女の若々しいエネルギーは職場の全員に感銘を与えました。

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 adjective /ˈfæktʃuəl/

Factual

事実に基づいた; 真実の

Meaning

based on facts; accurate; true

Example

The report contains only factual information.

レポートには事実に基づく情報のみが含まれています。

B2 noun /ˈnuː.kʌm.ər/

New-comer

新参者

Meaning

a person who has recently arrived in a place or joined a group

Example

The newcomer was warmly welcomed by the team.

その新参者はチームによって温かく迎えられました。

B2 adjective /ˈdʒɔɪfəl/

joyful

喜ばしい

Meaning

full of joy and happiness; causing joy or delight

Example

She felt joyful when she heard the good news.

彼女は良い知らせを聞いて喜ばしい気持ちになった。

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 adjective dɪˈlɪbəreɪt

deliberate

意図的に行われた

Meaning

Done consciously and intentionally; carefully considered.

Example

His deliberate actions showed great care and thoughtfulness.

彼の意図的な行動は、大きな配慮と熟慮を示しました。

B2 adverb /ˈɒdli/

oddly

奇妙に

Meaning

in a strange or unusual way; unexpectedly

Example

Oddly, he didn’t seem upset by the bad news.

奇妙に、彼は悪い知らせにも動揺していなかった。

B2 verb /bɪˈwɛər/

beware

気をつける

Meaning

to be cautious or alert about a potential danger or problem

Example

Beware of the dog near the gate.

ゲート近くの犬に気をつけてください。

B2 noun /ˈbrɛkdaʊn/

breakdown

故障

Meaning

a failure or collapse of a system or machinery

Example

The car had a breakdown on the highway.

車は高速道路で故障しました。

B2 noun /vəˈlɪd.ɪ.ti/

Validity

有効性

Meaning

the quality of being legally or officially acceptable; the quality of being logically or factually sound

Example

The validity of the contract expires next month.

契約の有効性は来月に終了します。

B2 verb /əˈkʌmpəni/

accompany

同行する

Meaning

to go somewhere with someone as a companion or escort

Example

She asked her friend to accompany her to the concert.

彼女は友達にコンサートに一緒に行ってほしいと頼んだ。

B2 verb /ɪmˈbɒdi/

embody

具現化する

Meaning

To give tangible or visible form to an idea, quality, or feeling.

Example

She embodies the spirit of generosity.

彼女は寛大さの精神を体現しています。

B2 noun ট্রপিক্যাল রিজিওনস

tropical regions

熱帯地域

Meaning

Areas of the Earth near the equator characterized by warm temperatures.

Example

Bangladesh is located in tropical regions.

バングラデシュは熱帯地域に位置しています。

B2 adjective /ˌɪntəˈpɜːsənl/

interpersonal

対人

Meaning

Relating to relationships or communication between people.

Example

He has excellent interpersonal skills and gets along well with others.

彼は優れた対人スキルを持っており、他の人とうまくやっていきます。

B2 noun /ˈɔːrnəmənt/

ornament

装飾品

Meaning

A decorative object that adds beauty to something.

Example

The Christmas tree was decorated with colorful ornaments.

クリスマスツリーはカラフルな装飾品で飾られていました。

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 /ˈæfluənt/

affluent

裕福

Meaning

having a great deal of money; wealthy

Example

She grew up in an affluent neighborhood.

彼女は裕福な地域で育ちました。

B2 noun ˌɪr.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən

irrigation

灌漑

Meaning

The artificial application of water to land or soil.

Example

Irrigation systems improve crop yields in dry regions.

灌漑システムは乾燥した地域で作物の収穫量を増加させます。

B2 noun /pəˈnɪn.sjə.lə/

Peninsula

半島

Meaning

a piece of land that is almost completely surrounded by water but connected to the mainland

Example

The Korean Peninsula is located in East Asia.

朝鮮半島は東アジアに位置しています。

B2 noun /ˈpredʒ.ə.dɪs/

Prejudice

偏見

Meaning

preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience

Example

We must fight against prejudice and discrimination in our society.

私たちは私たちの社会で偏見と差別に立ち向かわなければならない。

B2 noun /kɔːrd/

chord

和音

Meaning

A group of musical notes played or sung together; also a straight line segment joining two points on a curve.

Example

She strummed a simple chord on the guitar.

彼女はギターでシンプルな和音を弾いた。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsələr/

councillor

議員

Meaning

an elected member of a local council who helps make decisions and represent the community

Example

The councillor spoke to residents about improving local roads.

市議会議員は地域の道路について話しました。

B2 noun /pəˈræmɪtər/

parameter

パラメーター

Meaning

a limit, boundary, or measurable factor that defines or determines something

Example

We need to set clear parameters for this project.

このプロジェクトのために明確なパラメーターを設定する必要があります。

B2 adjective /ˈæp.lɪ.kə.bəl/

applicable

適用可能

Meaning

Relevant or appropriate in a particular situation.

Example

This rule is applicable to eye care too.

このルールは目のケアにも適用されます。

B2 adjective /prəˈfaʊnd/

profound

深遠

Meaning

Very great or intense; having deep insight or understanding.

Example

The speech had a profound impact on the audience.

そのスピーチは聴衆に深い影響を与えました。

B2 verb /ɪnˈteɪl/

entail

Meaning

to involve something as a necessary or inevitable part or consequence

Example

The job will entail a lot of travel across the country.

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 adverb /ˈθʌrəli/

Thoroughly

徹底的に; 完全に;

Meaning

completely; entirely; in a thorough manner

Example

She thoroughly cleaned the entire house before the guests arrived.

彼女はゲストが到着する前に家全体を徹底的に掃除しました。

B2 noun /djʊˈreɪʃən/

duration

期間

Meaning

the length of time that something continues

Example

The meeting lasted for the duration of two hours.

会議は2時間の期間続きました。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpæʃənət/

Compassionate

思いやりのある; 哀れみ深い

Meaning

feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others who are suffering

Example

The compassionate nurse took extra time to comfort the worried patients.

思いやりのある看護師は、心配している患者を慰めるために追加の時間を取った。

B2 noun /meɪz/

Maize

トウモロコシ

Meaning

a tall cereal plant bearing large grains on a cob; corn

Example

Farmers in the region grow maize as their primary crop for both food and animal feed.

この地域の農家は、食料と動物の餌の両方としてトウモロコシを主要な作物として育てています。

B2 noun /ˈʃəʊ.keɪs/

showcase

ショーケース、何かを魅力的または有利な方法で提示する

Meaning

A display case or exhibition; to present something in an attractive or favorable way.

Example

The exhibition showcased the artist's best works.

展示会はアーティストの最高の作品を展示しました。

B2 adjective /juːˈnæn.ɪ.məs/

Unanimous

全会一致

Meaning

fully in agreement; shared by all

Example

The committee reached a unanimous decision.

委員会は全会一致の決定を下しました。

B2 verb /rɪp/

rip

裂ける

Meaning

to tear something quickly or violently

Example

He accidentally ripped his shirt on the fence.

彼はフェンスでシャツをうっかり裂けてしまいました。

B2 verb /dɪˈpɪkt/

depict

Meaning

to represent or show something in a picture, story, or other art form

Example

The painting depicts a beautiful sunset over the sea.

B2 verb /rɪˈvɜːs/

reverse

反転する

Meaning

to change something to the opposite direction, position, or result

Example

She quickly reversed the car out of the driveway.

彼女はすぐに車をドライブウェイからバックさせました。

B2 adjective /ˈsiː.z ə n.əl/

Seasonal

季節的

Meaning

relating to or occurring in a particular season; changing according to the seasons

Example

Many businesses hire seasonal workers during the holidays.

多くの企業は休暇中に季節労働者を雇います。

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 noun ˌæs.pɪˈreɪ.ʃən

aspiration

志望

Meaning

A hope or ambition of achieving something, a strong desire or goal to achieve something.

Example

His aspiration is to become a successful entrepreneur.

彼のアスピレーションは成功した起業家になることです。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈθɪŋkəbl/

Unthinkable

想像を絶する

Meaning

impossible to conceive or imagine; beyond belief or consideration

Example

It was unthinkable that such a tragedy could happen in our peaceful town.

私たちの平和な街でそのような悲劇が起こるなんて、想像を絶していました。

B2 noun /ˈbel.i/

Belly

お腹

Meaning

the front part of the human trunk below the ribs, containing the stomach and bowels; abdomen

Example

The baby kicked in her belly during pregnancy.

妊娠中、赤ちゃんは彼女のお腹を蹴った。

B2 noun /kəˈkeɪn/

cocaine

コカイン (麻薬)

Meaning

a powerful and addictive illegal drug made from coca leaves

Example

He was arrested for possessing cocaine.

彼はコカイン所持で逮捕されました。

B2 verb kəˈlaɪd

collide

衝突する、ぶつかる

Meaning

Hit with force when moving; come into conflict or opposition.

Example

The two cars collided at the intersection.

二台の車が交差点で衝突しました。

B2 verb /twiːk/

tweak

微調整

Meaning

to make small adjustments; to fine-tune something

Example

We need to tweak the design slightly.

デザインを少し調整する必要があります。

B2 noun ˈvɜː.tʃu.əl ˈklɑːs.ruːmz

virtual classrooms

バーチャル教室

Meaning

An online learning environment where teachers and students interact via digital platforms.

Example

Virtual classrooms enable remote learning for students worldwide.

バーチャル教室は、世界中の生徒にリモート学習の機会を提供します。

B2 adjective /əˈfen.sɪv/

Offensive

攻撃的な; 侮辱的な; 攻撃的

Meaning

causing displeasure or resentment; insulting; aggressive

Example

His offensive remarks hurt everyone's feelings.

彼の攻撃的な発言は、全員の気持ちを傷つけました。

B2 noun /ˌɛkspɜːˈtiːz/

expertise

専門知識

Meaning

Expert knowledge or skill in a particular area.

Example

His expertise in graphic design is widely recognized.

彼のグラフィックデザインの専門知識は広く認められています。

B2 noun /ˌkwes.tʃəˈneər/

questionnaire

アンケート

Meaning

a set of written questions used to collect information or opinions

Example

Participants filled out a detailed questionnaire about their habits.

参加者は自分の習慣についての詳細なアンケートに記入しました。

B2 noun /brɪŋk/

brink

縁

Meaning

The edge or point just before a significant event or change.

Example

The company was on the brink of bankruptcy.

会社は破産の縁に立っていた。

B2 noun /ˌæktɪˈveɪʃən/

activation

アクティベーション

Meaning

the act of making something start functioning

Example

The activation of the system took longer than expected.

システムのアクティベーションは予想よりも時間がかかりました。

B2 adjective daɪˈvɜːs

diverse

多様な

Meaning

Showing a great deal of variety; very different.

Example

Diverse industries enhance economic resilience.

多様な産業が経済的な回復力を高める。

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 verb prəˈlɒŋ

prolong

延長する

Meaning

To extend the duration of something; to make something last longer.

Example

A healthy diet helps prolong life expectancy.

健康的な食事は寿命を延ばすのに役立ちます。

B2 noun /ˈbriː.ðɪŋ tɛkˌniːks/

breathing techniques

呼吸法

Meaning

Methods of controlling breathing to achieve relaxation and improve health.

Example

Breathing techniques help in reducing stress and anxiety.

呼吸法はストレスや不安を減らすのに役立ちます。

B2 noun /ˈpiː.lər/

Peeler

皮むき器

Meaning

a kitchen tool used to remove the outer skin or peel from fruits and vegetables

Example

Use a peeler to remove the potato skin.

ポテトの皮をむくために皮むき器を使用してください。

B2 verb /dɒdʒ/

dodge

避ける

Meaning

to move quickly to one side to avoid something; to avoid dealing with something cleverly or dishonestly

Example

The boxer managed to dodge his opponent's punch.

ボクサーは相手のパンチをかわすことに成功した。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈkɒmən/

uncommon

珍しい

Meaning

rare, unusual, or remarkable

Example

It is uncommon to see snow in this region.

この地域で雪を見るのは珍しい。

B2 noun /kɒk/

Cock

雄鶏

Meaning

an adult male chicken

Example

The cock crowed loudly at dawn to wake everyone up.

雄鶏は夜明けに大声で鳴き、皆を起こしました。

B2 verb /ˈreɡjəleɪt/

regulate

規制する

Meaning

to control or maintain according to rules or laws

Example

The government regulates food safety.

政府は食品安全を規制しています。

B2 noun ˈɡloʊbəl ɪˈnɪʃətɪvz

global initiatives

グローバルなイニシアティブ

Meaning

Worldwide efforts or programs aimed at addressing global challenges or achieving common goals.

Example

Global initiatives inspire better waste management practices.

グローバルなイニシアティブは、より良い廃棄物管理の実践を奨励しています。

B2 noun /ˌkɔːrpəˈreɪʃən/

corporation

株式会社

Meaning

A large company or group of companies that is legally recognized as a single entity.

Example

The corporation invested heavily in renewable energy projects.

そのコーポレーションは再生可能エネルギーのプロジェクトに多額の投資を行った。

B2 adjective /æpt/

apt

適切な

Meaning

Appropriate or suitable; having a natural tendency or quick to learn.

Example

She is an apt student who quickly understands new concepts.

彼女は新しい概念をすぐに理解できる適切な学生です。

B2 adjective /ˈpaʊərləs/

powerless

無力

Meaning

without ability, influence, or strength

Example

She felt powerless against the unfair system.

彼女は不公平なシステムに対して無力だと感じていた。

B2 adjective, noun /ɪzˈreɪli/

israeli

イスラエルの

Meaning

relating to Israel or its people; a person from Israel

Example

She works for an Israeli company.

彼女はイスラエルの会社で働いています。

B2 noun /ˈprəʊsesə/

processor

プロセッサ

Meaning

a machine or device that processes something, especially a computer's central processing unit (CPU)

Example

The new laptop has a faster processor.

新しいノートパソコンにはより高速なプロセッサがあります。

B2 adjective /dɪˈraɪvd/

derived

派生した

Meaning

Developed or obtained from something else; not original.

Example

The word is derived from Latin.

その単語はラテン語から派生しています。

B2 verb /prɪˈsiːd/

precede

先行する

Meaning

to come before something in time, order, or position

Example

A brief introduction precedes each chapter.

簡単な紹介は各章の前に来る。

B2 noun /ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊərɪti/

insecurity

不安感

Meaning

lack of confidence or assurance; a state of uncertainty or vulnerability

Example

Her insecurity made her doubt her abilities despite her experience.

彼女の不安感は彼女に自分の能力を疑わせた。

B2 adjective /kənˈvɜːrtəbl/

convertible

オープンカー、屋根が折りたためる車

Meaning

able to be changed into a different form or use; also a car with a roof that can be folded down

Example

She drove her new convertible along the coastal road.

彼女は新しいオープンカーで沿岸道路を走った。

B2 adjective ˈkʌl.ɪ.nər.i

culinary

料理の

Meaning

Related to cooking or the preparation of food, especially in a sophisticated or professional manner.

Example

Culinary advancements enhance the dining experience.

料理の進歩は食事体験を向上させます。

B2 adjective /əˈfekʃənət/

Affectionate

愛情深い; 思いやりのある; 優しい; 愛情を示す

Meaning

loving; caring; tender; showing affection

Example

She is very affectionate towards her children.

彼女は子供たちにとても愛情深いです。

B2 noun /ˈpɑːs.tʃər/

Posture

幸福

Meaning

the position in which someone holds their body; a particular attitude or approach

Example

Good posture is important for preventing back pain.

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 noun /ˌrep.ɪˈtɪʃ.ən/

Repetition

繰り返し

Meaning

the action of repeating something that has already been said or written

Example

Constant repetition helps students memorize vocabulary effectively.

継続的な繰り返しは、学生が語彙を効果的に覚えるのを助けます。

B2 verb /waɪn/

whine

不平を言う

Meaning

to complain in an annoying way; to make a high-pitched sound

Example

The child whined about having to go to bed early.

子供は早く寝なければならないことについて不平を言った。

B2 noun /ˈtæd.poʊl/

Tadpole

おたまじゃくし

Meaning

the larval stage of a frog or toad, having gills and a tail

Example

The pond was full of tadpoles swimming around.

池はおたまじゃくしでいっぱいでした。

B2 noun /ˈrep.taɪl/

Reptile

爬虫類

Meaning

a cold-blooded animal with scaly skin that lays eggs on land

Example

The lizard is a common reptile found in gardens.

トカゲは庭で見られる一般的な爬虫類です。

B2 noun /fəˈnɒmɪnən/

phenomenon

現象

Meaning

an observable event, fact, or occurrence, often unusual or remarkable

Example

The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon.

オーロラは自然現象です。

B2 adverb /əˈdɪʃənəli/

additionally

さらに

Meaning

in addition to what has been said or done

Example

Additionally, we offer discounts for early bookings.

さらに、私たちは早期予約に対する割引を提供しています。

B2 verb /briːd/

breed

繁殖する, 飼育する

Meaning

to produce young animals; to reproduce; to keep animals for producing young

Example

They breed horses on their farm.

彼らは農場で馬を育てています。

B2 noun /dɪsˈɡaɪz/

Disguise

変装; 偽装

Meaning

a means of altering one's appearance to conceal one's identity; something that hides the truth

Example

The spy wore an elaborate disguise to avoid being recognized by enemies.

スパイは敵に認識されないように精巧な変装をしていた。

B2 verb /stæk/

stack

Meaning

to arrange things in a neat pile or one on top of another

Example

He stacked the books neatly on the shelf.

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 noun /dɪsˈmeɪ/

Dismay

失望; 驚き

Meaning

concern and distress caused by something unexpected; consternation or alarm

Example

To our dismay, the concert was cancelled due to severe weather conditions.

私たちの失望の中、コンサートは悪天候のためキャンセルされました。

B2 noun ˌkɒn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən

constitution

憲法

Meaning

A body of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state is governed.

Example

Constitutional reforms ensure equity.

憲法改正は平等を保障します。

B2 noun /dʒuː/

jew

ユダヤ人

Meaning

a person whose religion is Judaism or who is of Jewish descent

Example

He is a Jew by heritage and follows Jewish customs.

彼はユダヤ人で、ユダヤの習慣を守っています。

B2 noun /ˈlaɪv.stɒk/

livestock

家畜

Meaning

farm animals such as cattle, sheep, and pigs that are kept for use or profit

Example

The farmer raised livestock to supply meat and milk for the market.

農家は市場のために肉と牛乳を供給するために家畜を育てていました。

B2 noun ˈlaɪf ɪkˌspek.tən.si

life expectancy

平均寿命

Meaning

The average period that a person may expect to live; the length of time for which something is expected to last or to continue being effective.

Example

Life expectancy depends on healthcare quality.

平均寿命は医療の質に依存します。

B2 verb /ɡrænt/

grant

授与する

Meaning

to give or allow someone to have; to admit or agree

Example

The university granted him a scholarship.

大学は彼に奨学金を授与しました。

B2 noun /səkˈsɛʃ.ən/

succession

生態遷移

Meaning

The process of ecological change in which one community of organisms is gradually replaced by another.

Example

Forest succession occurs when old ecosystems are replaced by new ones.

森林の遷移は、古い生態系が新しい生態系に置き換えられるときに発生します。

B2 adjective /dɛns/

dense

密な

Meaning

Closely compacted in substance; having parts crowded together.

Example

The forest was so dense that little sunlight reached the ground.

森はとても密で、ほとんど太陽の光が地面に届かなかった。

B2 noun prəˈɡreʃ.ən

progression

進展

Meaning

The process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state.

Example

Progression in technology drives innovation.

技術の進展はイノベーションを促進する。

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 ˌkætəˈstrɒfɪk ɪˈvents

catastrophic events

壊滅的な出来事

Meaning

Extremely destructive or damaging events that cause widespread devastation.

Example

Cyclones are catastrophic events in Bangladesh.

サイクロンはバングラデシュで壊滅的な出来事です。

B2 verb /pəˈzɛs/

possess

持つ / 所有する

Meaning

To have or own something; to hold a quality or characteristic.

Example

She possesses great talent in music.

彼女は音楽において素晴らしい才能を持っています。

B2 noun/adjective /ˈtɜːrmɪnəl/

terminal

ターミナル、終点、末期の病

Meaning

As a noun: A place where transport routes begin or end. As an adjective: Relating to the end or final stage of something, often an illness.

Example

He waited for the bus at the central terminal.

彼は中央ターミナルでバスを待っていた。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈiːzi/

Uneasy

不安な; 心配な; 落ち着かない

Meaning

worried; anxious; uncomfortable; restless

Example

She felt uneasy about walking alone at night.

彼女は夜一人で歩くことに不安を感じていた。

B2 noun /kwɪlt/

Quilt

キルト

Meaning

a warm bed covering made of padding enclosed between layers of fabric

Example

Grandmother made a beautiful quilt with colorful patches for my bed.

祖母は私のベッドのためにカラフルなパッチで美しいキルトを作りました。

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 /ˌiː.kəˈnɒm.ɪk ˈsɪs.təm/

economic system

経済システム

Meaning

The organized framework for production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services in society.

Example

Capitalism, socialism, and mixed economies are types of economic systems.

資本主義、社会主義、混合経済は経済システムのタイプです。

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。