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B2 noun /kloʊv/

Clove

クローブ
Meaning
aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family Myrtaceae, used as a spice
Example
She added a few cloves to the mulled wine for extra flavor.
彼女はワインにいくつかのクローブを加えて、風味を増しました。
B2 adjective kəˈləʊ.ni.əl

colonial

植民地の
Meaning
Relating to or characteristic of a colony or colonialism, especially involving the control of one country by another.
Example
Colonial rule suppressed local governance.
植民地支配は地元の政府を抑圧した。
B2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mət əˌdæp.teɪ.ʃən/

climate adaptation

気候適応
Meaning
The process of adjusting to current or expected climate change and its effects.
Example
Climate adaptation ensures resilience to change.
気候適応は変化に対する回復力を確保します。
B2 noun /kɔːrd/

cord

ひも
Meaning
a long, thin, flexible string or rope
Example
He tied the package with a strong cord.
彼は強いひもで荷物を結びました。
B2 noun /kəˈlɪʒ.ən/

Collision

衝突; ぶつかり合い
Meaning
an instance of one moving object hitting violently against another; a conflict of opposing ideas or interests
Example
The collision between two cars caused a major traffic jam.
二台の車の衝突で大きな渋滞が発生しました。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl.ər/

counselor

カウンセラー
Meaning
a person trained to give guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems
Example
The school counselor helped the student deal with stress.
学校のカウンセラーは学生がストレスに対処する手助けをしました。
B2 noun /ˌkɑːrboʊˈhaɪdreɪt/

carbohydrate

炭水化物
Meaning
a nutrient that provides energy, found in foods like rice, bread, and sugar
Example
Rice and potatoes are rich in carbohydrates.
ご飯とポテトは炭水化物が豊富です。
B2 verb /ˈkɒntəmpleɪt/

contemplate

Meaning
to think deeply and carefully about something; to consider thoughtfully
Example
She sat quietly to contemplate her future plans.
B2 verb /kəmˈpraɪz/

comprise

構成する
Meaning
To consist of or be made up of something.
Example
The committee comprises five members.
委員会は五人のメンバーで構成されています。
B2 noun /ˈsɜːr.tən.ti/

Certainty

確実性
Meaning
firm conviction that something is the case; the quality of being reliably true
Example
We can say with certainty that the project will be completed on time.
私たちは確実にそのプロジェクトが時間通りに完了することを言えます。
B2 noun /kəˈtæstrəfi/

catastrophe

災害
Meaning
A sudden and widespread disaster or misfortune.
Example
The earthquake was a catastrophe for the entire region.
地震は地域全体にとって災害でした。
B2 noun /kənˈfɛkʃəneri/

confectionery

菓子類
Meaning
sweets, candies, and other food items made with sugar
Example
The shop sells a wide variety of confectionery.
その店はさまざまなお菓子を販売しています。
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 verb /ˈkɒm.plɪ.keɪt/

complicate

複雑にする
Meaning
To make something more difficult or confusing.
Example
The new rules will only complicate the process.
新しいルールはプロセスをさらに複雑にするだけです。
B2 adverb /ˈkæʒ.u.ə.li/

Casually

カジュアルに; リラックスして非公式に
Meaning
in a relaxed and informal way; without much thought or preparation
Example
He casually mentioned that he was leaving.
彼はカジュアルに出発することを言った。
B2 noun /ˌkɑm.pənˈseɪ.ʃən/

Compensation

補償; 報酬
Meaning
something given or received as an equivalent for services, debt, loss, injury, or suffering; payment or reward
Example
The company provided financial compensation to the workers injured in the accident.
会社は事故で負傷した労働者に対して経済的な補償を提供しました。
B2 adjective /ˈtʃiːzi/

cheesy

安っぽい/過度に感傷的
Meaning
tacky, overly sentimental, or cheap in quality
Example
The movie was funny but a bit too cheesy.
映画は面白かったけど、ちょっと安っぽすぎた。
B2 noun kənˈtrækʃən

contraction

収縮
Meaning
The process of becoming smaller; a decrease in size or quantity.
Example
The economic contraction resulted in a rise in unemployment.
経済の収縮は失業率の上昇を招いた。
B2 noun /ˈkɑn.trəˌvɜr.si/

Controversy

論争; 意見の対立
Meaning
prolonged public disagreement or heated discussion; a dispute or argument involving opposing viewpoints
Example
The new policy sparked a major controversy among the citizens.
新しい政策は市民の間で大きな論争を引き起こしました。
B2 noun /kəmˈplɛksɪti/

complexity

複雑さ
Meaning
The state of being complex; intricacy.
Example
The complexity of the problem required a team of experts.
問題の複雑さは専門家のチームを必要とした。
B2 noun /kəˈmɒ.dɪ.tiz/

commodities

商品
Meaning
Raw materials or primary agricultural products that can be bought and sold.
Example
The prices of commodities like oil and gold fluctuate frequently.
石油や金のような商品価格は頻繁に変動します。
B2 noun /ˈsɛnsəs/

census

国勢調査
Meaning
An official count or survey of a population, typically recording various details of individuals.
Example
The government conducted a census to update demographic data.
政府は人口統計データを更新するために国勢調査を実施しました。
B2 noun /kəmˈpoʊnənt/

component

コンポーネント
Meaning
a part or element of a larger whole, especially a machine or system
Example
The engine is the most important component of the car.
エンジンは車の最も重要なコンポーネントです。
B2 verb kənˈdem

condemn

非難する
Meaning
To express complete disapproval of; to censure.
Example
The leaders condemned the actions as inhumane.
指導者たちはその行為を非人道的だと非難しました。
B2 noun /ˌklærɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

clarification

明確化
Meaning
The action of making a statement or situation less confused and more clearly comprehensible.
Example
The manager requested clarification on the project details.
マネージャーはプロジェクトの詳細に関する明確化を求めました。
B2 noun /ˈkæʃ.uː nʌt/

Cashew Nut

カシューナッツ
Meaning
a kidney-shaped nut with a creamy texture and mild flavor
Example
Cashew nuts are often used in cooking and as a healthy snack.
カシューナッツは、料理や健康的なおやつに使われることがよくあります。
B2 noun/adjective /kənˈstɪtʃuənt/

constituent

構成要素 / 有権者
Meaning
Noun: A member of a constituency or an essential part of something. Adjective: Being a necessary part of a whole.
Example
The senator met with his constituents to discuss local issues.
上院議員は地元の問題を議論するために選挙区の有権者と会いました。
B2 noun ˈkrɪt.ɪ.kəl ˈθɪŋ.kɪŋ

critical thinking

批判的思考
Meaning
The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment.
Example
Critical thinking helps in making informed decisions.
批判的思考は情報に基づいた意思決定に役立ちます。
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 noun /ˈkæp.tɪv/

Captive

捕虜
Meaning
a person who has been taken prisoner or an animal that has been confined
Example
The captive was held in a small cell for several months.
捕虜は数ヶ月間小さな部屋に閉じ込められていた。
B2 noun /ˈkoʊ.brə/

Cobra

コブラ
Meaning
a venomous snake with a hood that can be spread when threatened
Example
The cobra raised its hood and hissed at the intruder.
コブラはフードを上げ、侵入者にシューっと音を立てました。
B2 noun /kəˈrɪz.mə/

charisma

カリスマ
Meaning
Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.
Example
His charisma helped him become a great leader.
彼のカリスマは彼を偉大なリーダーにする手助けをした。
B2 adjective kəˈlɛktɪv

collective

集団的
Meaning
Done by people acting as a group; shared by all members of a group.
Example
Victory Day represents our collective pride.
勝利の日は私たちの集団的誇りを象徴しています。
B2 verb, noun /kəˈmjuːt/

commute

通勤
Meaning
Verb: to travel regularly between home and work; Noun: the journey to and from work.
Example
He commutes two hours every day to reach his office.
彼は毎日オフィスに着くために二時間通勤している。
B2 verb /ˌkoʊ.ɪnˈsaɪd/

coincide

一致する
Meaning
To occur at the same time or to be in agreement.
Example
The meeting coincided with her birthday.
会議は彼女の誕生日と一致しました。
B2 verb /kənˈsɜːrv/

conserve

Meaning
to protect something from harm or destruction; to use resources carefully to avoid waste
Example
We must conserve water during the dry season.
B2 verb /kloʊð/

clothe

服を着せる
Meaning
to put clothes on; to dress; to provide with clothing
Example
She clothed the baby in warm garments.
彼女は赤ちゃんを暖かい服で着せました。
B2 noun kəˌlæbəˈreɪʃən

collaboration

協力
Meaning
The action of working with someone to produce or create something
Example
International collaboration is necessary to fight pollution.
国際的な協力は汚染と戦うために必要です。
B2 noun /kənˌfɪɡəˈreɪʃən/

configuration

コンフィギュレーション
Meaning
an arrangement of parts or elements in a particular form or structure
Example
The configuration of the system needs to be adjusted for better performance.
システムのコンフィギュレーションは、パフォーマンス向上のために調整する必要があります。
B2 adjective kənˈsaɪs

concise

簡潔
Meaning
Brief and clearly expressed without unnecessary details.
Example
A concise speech is more impactful than a long one.
簡潔なスピーチは長いスピーチよりも効果的です。
B2 adjective /ˌkɒm.plɪˈmen.tər.i/

Complimentary

賛辞的な; 無料で提供される; 礼儀として提供された
Meaning
expressing praise or admiration; given or supplied free of charge as a courtesy
Example
The hotel offers complimentary breakfast for all guests.
ホテルはすべてのゲストに無料の朝食を提供します。
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 adjective /ˈkælkjuleɪtɪd/

calculated

計算された
Meaning
Done with full awareness of the consequences; deliberate or carefully planned.
Example
Her calculated move gave her an advantage over her competitors.
彼女の計算された動きは競争相手に対して優位に立たせた。
B2 noun /kənˈsɛnt/

consent

同意
Meaning
permission for something to happen or agreement to do something
Example
She gave her consent before the operation.
彼女は手術の前に同意を与えました。
B2 noun /ˈkəʊ.tɪŋ/

coating

コーティング
Meaning
A protective or decorative layer applied to a surface.
Example
A protective coating prevents rust formation.
保護用コーティングは錆の発生を防ぎます。
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 noun /kɒd fɪʃ/

Cod fish

タラ
Meaning
A large marine fish with white flesh, commonly used for food
Example
The fisherman caught a large cod fish in the North Atlantic.
漁師は北大西洋で大きなタラを捕まえた。
B2 verb /kənˈfrʌnt/

confront

立ち向かう
Meaning
to face someone or something directly, especially in a challenge or conflict
Example
She had to confront her fears before making the speech.
彼女はスピーチをする前に恐怖と向き合わなければならなかった。
B2 adjective /ˈkʌnɪŋ/

cunning

ずるい
Meaning
Having or showing skill in achieving one's ends by deceit or evasion; cleverness in a tricky way.
Example
The cunning fox tricked the farmer.
ずる賢い狐は農夫を騙した。
B2 adjective ˈkɒɡnɪtɪv

cognitive

認知的
Meaning
Related to mental processes of perception, memory, judgment, and reasoning.
Example
Cognitive functions improve with practice and learning.
認知機能は練習と学習によって改善されます。
B2 noun ˈkærɪktər dɪˈvɛləpmənt

character development

キャラクターの成長
Meaning
The process of creating a believable character in fiction by giving the character depth and personality.
Example
The character development of Sydney Carton is profound.
シドニー・カートンのキャラクターの成長は深い。
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 noun /koʊˈɔːrdɪˌneɪtər/

coordinator

コーディネーター
Meaning
a person who organizes people or activities so that they work well together
Example
The event coordinator managed everything perfectly.
イベントのコーディネーターはすべてを完璧に管理しました。
B2 noun /ˈkɜːr.tə.si/

Courtesy

礼儀; 優雅;
Meaning
the showing of politeness in one's attitude and behavior toward others; a polite gesture or remark
Example
He showed great courtesy by holding the door open for elderly people.
彼は高齢者のためにドアを開けたまま、非常に礼儀正しさを示しました。
B2 noun /kriːk/

creek

小川
Meaning
a small stream or narrow river
Example
We went fishing by the creek near our house.
私たちは家の近くの小川で釣りをしました。
B2 noun /ˈkɒpə/

copper

銅
Meaning
a reddish-brown metal used for electrical wiring, coins, and more
Example
Copper is a good conductor of electricity.
銅は良い電気導体です。
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 adjective /kənˈtɛmpərɛri/

contemporary

現代的な, 現代の
Meaning
belonging to the same time period; modern
Example
She enjoys contemporary art exhibitions.
彼女は現代アートの展示を楽しんでいます。
B2 noun /ˈkæʒ.u.əl.ti/

Casualty

犠牲者; 負傷者; 損失
Meaning
a person killed or injured in a war or accident; a victim of circumstances
Example
The hospital treated many casualties from the car accident.
病院は車の事故からの多くの負傷者を治療しました。
B2 adjective /ˈkɒŋ.kriːt/

Concrete

固体; 実際; 目に見える; 具体的
Meaning
solid; real; tangible; actual and specific
Example
We need concrete evidence to support our claims.
私たちは私たちの主張を支持するために具体的な証拠が必要です。
B2 noun /ˈkreɪ.dəl/

Cradle

揺り籠
Meaning
a small bed for a baby, especially one that rocks from side to side
Example
The baby sleeps peacefully in the cradle.
赤ちゃんは揺り籠で静かに寝ています。
B2 adjective ˌkɒntrəˈdɪktəri

contradictory

矛盾する
Meaning
Mutually opposed or inconsistent; containing elements that oppose each other.
Example
Their views on education are contradictory.
彼らの教育に対する見解は矛盾しています。
B2 adverb /kənˈtɪnjuəsli/

Continuously

連続的に; 絶え間なく; 途切れることなく
Meaning
without interruption; in an unbroken sequence
Example
The machine operates continuously for 24 hours.
その機械は24時間連続して稼働します。
B2 adjective /ˌkɒmplɪˈmɛntəri/

complementary

補完的な
Meaning
combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other
Example
The two partners have complementary skills.
二人のパートナーは補完的なスキルを持っています。
B2 noun /kəˈlɑːʒ/

collage

コラージュ
Meaning
A piece of art made by sticking various materials such as photographs or paper onto a surface.
Example
She created a collage using old magazine pictures.
彼女は古い雑誌の写真を使ってコラージュを作りました。
B2 noun /ˈkætəlɔːɡ/

catalog

カタログ
Meaning
a complete list of items, typically arranged systematically
Example
The library provides an online catalog of all available books.
図書館はすべての利用可能な本のオンラインカタログを提供しています。
B2 adverb /kənˈtɪnjuəli/

Continually

絶えず; 繰り返し
Meaning
without stopping; repeatedly
Example
She continually checked her phone for messages.
彼女はメッセージのために絶えず電話を確認しました。
B2 noun/verb /ˈkɒmplɪmənt/

complement

補完
Meaning
something that completes or goes well with something; to add something that enhances or improves
Example
The scarf complements her outfit perfectly.
スカーフは彼女の服装を完璧に補完します。
B2 adjective ˌkɒn.trəˈvɜː.ʃəl

controversial

論争の的
Meaning
Giving rise to public disagreement or heated discussion.
Example
The policy remains controversial.
その政策は論争を呼び起こし続けています。
B2 noun /kənˈspɪrəsi/

conspiracy

陰謀
Meaning
A secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful.
Example
The police uncovered a conspiracy to overthrow the government.
警察は政府を転覆させる陰謀を暴露した。
B2 verb /ˈkeɪtər/

cater

Meaning
To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.
Example
The company catered the wedding reception.
B2 verb /ˈkɒnvɪkt/

convict

有罪判決を下す
Meaning
to find someone guilty of a crime in a court of law
Example
The court convicted him of theft.
裁判所は彼を窃盗罪で有罪とした。
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 verb /kɑːrv/

carve

Meaning
To cut or shape something, especially wood or stone, into a desired form.
Example
The artist carved a beautiful statue out of marble.
B2 adverb /kənˈsɪstəntli/

consistently

一貫して
Meaning
in a way that does not vary; regularly and dependably
Example
She has been performing consistently well in her studies.
彼女は学業で一貫して良い成績を収めています。
B2 noun /ˈklɒzɪt/

closet

クローゼット
Meaning
a small room or enclosed space used for storing clothes or other things
Example
She keeps her winter coats in the closet near the door.
彼女は冬のコートをドアの近くのクローゼットに保管しています。
B2 verb /kənˈvɜːs/

converse

会話する
Meaning
to have a conversation; to talk together
Example
They conversed about literature for hours.
彼らは何時間も文学について話し合った。
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 /kəmˈplek.ʃən/

Complexion

肌の色
Meaning
the natural color, texture, and appearance of a person's skin, especially on the face
Example
Her fair complexion glowed beautifully in the morning sunlight.
彼女の明るい肌は朝の光の中で美しく輝いていました。
B2 adjective /ˈtʃeɪn.dʒə.bəl/

Changeable

変わりやすい; 不安定な
Meaning
able to be changed; likely to change frequently
Example
The weather is very changeable in spring.
春は天気が非常に変わりやすいです。
B2 adjective /kənˈsek.jə.tɪv/

Consecutive

連続的な
Meaning
following each other in uninterrupted succession; sequential
Example
She won three consecutive matches in the tournament.
彼女はトーナメントで3回連続して試合に勝ちました。
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 verb /kənˈsiːl/

conceal

隠す
Meaning
to hide something or keep it secret
Example
He tried to conceal his disappointment behind a smile.
彼は微笑みの背後に自分の失望を隠そうとした。
B2 noun /ˈkrɪstəl/

crystal

クリスタル
Meaning
a clear, transparent mineral or glass that forms a solid structure with regular patterns
Example
She wore a necklace made of sparkling crystal.
彼女はきらめくクリスタルのネックレスを身につけていました。
B2 adjective /ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/

cynical

皮肉な
Meaning
Believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.
Example
She was cynical about the politician's promises.
彼女は政治家の約束に皮肉な態度を取っていた。
B2 noun /ˈkɒpɪraɪt/

copyright

著作権
Meaning
the legal right of the creator of a work to control its use and distribution
Example
She holds the copyright for the book.
彼女はその本の著作権を持っています。
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 adjective /ˌkɑː.di.əʊˈvæs.kjʊ.lər/

cardiovascular

心臓と血管に関連する
Meaning
Relating to the heart and blood vessels.
Example
Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health.
定期的な運動は心血管の健康を改善します。
B2 noun /ˌkɒmplɪˈkeɪʃən/

complication

合併症
Meaning
A problem or difficulty that makes a situation harder to deal with.
Example
His illness led to serious complications after surgery.
彼の病気は手術後に深刻な合併症を引き起こしました。
B2 adjective /ˈkɒmɪkəl/

comical

滑稽な
Meaning
Funny in a strange or silly way; amusing.
Example
His comical expressions made everyone laugh.
彼の滑稽な表情は皆を笑わせました。
B2 noun, verb /kɜːrs/

curse

呪い
Meaning
a solemn wish that harm or misfortune should befall someone; a rude or offensive word or phrase; to utter offensive words or wish harm upon someone
Example
He cursed loudly when he realized he had lost his wallet.
彼は財布をなくしたと気づいて大声で悪態をついた。
B2 noun kəmˈpet.ɪ.tɪv.nəs

competitiveness

競争力
Meaning
The quality of being as good as or better than others of a comparable nature; the ability to compete successfully.
Example
Competitiveness is vital for economic sustainability.
競争力は経済的持続可能性にとって重要です。
B2 noun /ˈkɑn.ʃəns/

Conscience

良心, モラル, 内なる声
Meaning
an inner feeling or voice viewed as acting as a guide to the rightness or wrongness of one's behavior
Example
His conscience prevented him from lying to his parents about his grades.
彼の良心は、成績について両親に嘘をつくのを止めさせました。
B2 noun /kraɪˈtɪəriən/

criterion

基準
Meaning
A standard or rule used to make a judgment or decision.
Example
Honesty is an important criterion for this job.
誠実はこの仕事にとって重要な基準です。
B2 noun /ˈsel.ər.i/

Celery

セロリ
Meaning
a green vegetable with long crisp stems that can be eaten raw or cooked
Example
I added chopped celery to the soup for extra flavor.
私はスープにセロリを加えて、さらに風味を増しました。
B2 verb /kəmˈpɛl/

compel

強制する
Meaning
To force or drive someone to do something.
Example
The law compels citizens to pay taxes.
法律は市民に税金を支払うことを強制します。
B2 noun /kəˈrʌp.ʃən/

Corruption

腐敗
Meaning
dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power; the process of decay or decomposition
Example
The government launched a campaign to fight corruption in public offices.
政府は公共のオフィスでの腐敗と戦うためのキャンペーンを開始しました。
B2 verb /kənˈstrʌkt/

construct

建設する
Meaning
to build or form something by putting parts together
Example
They plan to construct a new bridge over the river.
彼らは川に新しい橋を建設する予定です。
B2 noun /ˈsɜːrkɪt/

circuit

回路 / 電気回路
Meaning
A roughly circular line, route, or movement that starts and ends at the same place; also an electrical pathway.
Example
The runners completed the circuit around the park.
ランナーは公園の周りの回路を完了しました。
B2 adverb /ˈtʃiːfli/

chiefly

主に
Meaning
mainly; primarily
Example
The festival is celebrated chiefly by young people.
その祭りは主に若者たちによって祝われます。
B2 verb /ˈkɒmpənseɪtɪd/

compensated

Meaning
to have been given something, typically money, as a recompense for loss, suffering, or work done
Example
The workers were compensated for their overtime hours.
B2 adjective /ˌkɒst.ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/

cost-efficient

コスト効率的
Meaning
Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.
Example
Cost-efficient solutions benefit industries.
コスト効率的な解決策は産業に利益をもたらす。
B2 noun /kreɪn/

Crane

クレーン
Meaning
a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects
Example
The graceful crane stood motionless by the water's edge.
優雅なクレーンは水辺に静止して立っていた。
B2 noun /ˌkɒrəˈspɒndənt/

correspondent

通信員
Meaning
A journalist who reports news from a particular place or on a particular subject.
Example
The foreign correspondent reported live from Paris.
外国の通信員がパリからライブで報告した。
B2 adjective ˌkɒn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən.əl

constitutional

憲法に関する
Meaning
Relating to an established set of principles governing a state; in accordance with a political constitution.
Example
Constitutional reforms ensure fairness in the system.
憲法改革はシステム内で公正を確保します。
B2 noun /ˈkæp.sɪ.kəm/

Capsicum

ピーマン
Meaning
sweet pepper; bell pepper; colorful vegetable used in cooking
Example
Add red and green capsicum to make the dish colorful and nutritious.
赤と緑のピーマンを加えて、料理を色鮮やかで栄養満点にしましょう。
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 /ˈkænvəs/

canvas

Meaning
A strong, coarse cloth used for tents, sails, or painting.
Example
The artist prepared a canvas for his new painting.
B2 adjective ˌkɑː.bən ˈnjuː.trəl

carbon-neutral

カーボンニュートラル
Meaning
Having a balance between emitting carbon and absorbing carbon from the atmosphere; not adding to overall carbon emissions.
Example
The company aims to be carbon-neutral by 2030.
この会社は2030年までにカーボンニュートラルを達成することを目指しています。
B2 adjective /kəmˈpækt/

Compact

コンパクト; 小さくて効率的にデザインされた
Meaning
closely and neatly packed together; small and efficiently designed
Example
She bought a compact car that fits easily in small parking spaces.
彼女は小さな駐車スペースにも簡単に収まるコンパクトカーを買った。
B2 noun /ˈkɒnsənənt/

consonant

子音
Meaning
A speech sound produced by blocking air flow, or a letter representing such a sound.
Example
The word 'cat' has two consonants and one vowel.
‘猫’という単語には、2つの子音と1つの母音があります。
B2 adjective /ˈtʃaɪld.laɪk/

Childlike

子供のような; 無邪気で信頼しやすい; 純粋でシンプル
Meaning
innocent and trusting like a child; having the good qualities of a child; pure and simple
Example
She maintained a childlike wonder about the world around her.
彼女は周りの世界について子供のような驚きを保っていました。
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 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 noun /kraɪˈtɪəriə/

criteria

基準
Meaning
Standards or principles by which something is judged or decided.
Example
The candidates were evaluated based on strict criteria.
候補者は厳格な基準に基づいて評価されました。
B2 adjective /ˈkɒmp(ə)rəbl/

comparable

比較できる
Meaning
Able to be likened to something else in size, amount, or quality.
Example
The two products are comparable in quality but differ in price.
二つの製品は品質が比較できるが、価格が異なる。
B2 adjective /ˈkɑːmjənl/

communal

共同の
Meaning
Shared by all members of a community; for common use.
Example
The villagers worked together in the communal garden.
村人たちは共同の庭で一緒に働いた。
B2 adjective /ˈkʌltʃəd/

cultured

教養のある
Meaning
characterized by refined taste, manners, and education
Example
She is a cultured woman who loves art and literature.
彼女は芸術と文学を愛する教養のある女性です。
B2 noun /ˌkovuːɪɡˈzɪs.təns/

Co-existence

共存
Meaning
the state of existing together at the same time or in the same place; peaceful cohabitation
Example
The peaceful co-existence of different cultures makes this city unique.
異なる文化の平和的共存がこの都市をユニークにしています。
B2 adjective /kəʊˈhɪə.rənt/

coherent

一貫性のある
Meaning
Logical and consistent; forming a unified whole; clear and easy to understand.
Example
His speech was clear and coherent.
彼のスピーチは明確で一貫していました。
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.