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B1 noun ˈkɒnsept

concept

概念
Meaning
An abstract idea or general notion
Example
The concept of chasing two rabbits teaches focus.
二匹のウサギを追いかけるという概念は、集中力を教えます。
C2 noun /draɪd ˈfɛnjʊˌɡriːk livz/

Dried Fenugreek Leaves

乾燥フェヌグリークの葉
Meaning
dehydrated leaves of the fenugreek plant used as a herb in cooking
Example
Add dried fenugreek leaves to the curry for extra flavor.
カレーに乾燥フェヌグリークの葉を加えて、さらに風味を加えます。
A2 pronoun /ɪtˈsɛlf/

itself

それ自身
Meaning
Used to emphasize the thing just mentioned; by its own power or effort.
Example
The cat cleaned itself after eating.
猫は食べた後、自分で自分をきれいにした。
C1 noun /ˈiː.zi tʃeər/

Easy-chair

リクライニングチェア
Meaning
a comfortable chair with arms and a back that reclines
Example
He relaxed in his favorite easy-chair after work.
彼は仕事の後、お気に入りのイージーチェアでくつろいだ。
C1 adjective /ˌæn.ɪkˈdoʊ.t̬əl/

anecdotal

事実や調査ではなく、個人的な話に基づく、逸話的な
Meaning
Based on personal accounts rather than facts or research; characterized by anecdotes.
Example
The book was filled with anecdotal evidence rather than data.
その本はデータではなく、逸話的証拠で満たされていました。
C2 noun /ˈeɪ.viˌɛr.i/

aviary

鳥小屋
Meaning
a large enclosure for keeping birds
Example
The zoo built a new aviary for exotic parrots.
動物園はエキゾチックなオウムのために新しい鳥小屋を作った。
B1 verb /prəˈpoʊz/

propose

提案する
Meaning
to suggest an idea or plan for consideration; to ask someone to marry you
Example
I propose we take a short break.
私は短い休憩を取ることを提案します。
C1 verb /ˈkrɒs.briːd/

crossbreed

交配
Meaning
to produce an animal or plant by mating two different breeds, varieties, or species
Example
Farmers crossbreed cows to improve milk production.
農家は牛の乳生産を向上させるために交配します。
B1 verb /kəˈmænd/

command

命令
Meaning
to give an order authoritatively; to control or direct
Example
The general commanded the soldiers to move forward.
将軍は兵士たちに前進するよう命じた。
B1 adjective /ˌʌnsəkˈsesfl/

Unsuccessful

失敗した; 成功しなかった;
Meaning
not achieving desired aims or results; failing to accomplish a purpose
Example
His unsuccessful attempt to climb the mountain left him disappointed.
彼の失敗した山登りの試みは彼を失望させた。
C2 noun /spɪˈlʌŋkər/

spelunker

洞窟探検家
Meaning
A person who explores caves as a hobby.
Example
The spelunker carried ropes and lights into the dark cave.
洞窟探検家は暗い洞窟にロープとライトを持って行きました。
C2 verb /ˈɑːbvieɪt/

obviate

排除する
Meaning
To remove a need or difficulty; to prevent or avoid something.
Example
This new system obviates the need for manual data entry.
この新しいシステムは手動データ入力の必要性を排除します。
C2 adjective /ˈpɛkəbl/

peccable

過ちを犯しやすい
Meaning
liable to sin or error; capable of doing wrong
Example
Humans are peccable, but they strive for goodness.
人間は過ちを犯しやすいが、善を追い求める。
C1 adjective /seɪdʒ/

Sage

賢明な; 判断力のある; 経験豊かな
Meaning
wise; showing wisdom from experience; prudent; having good judgment
Example
The sage advice from the elder helped solve the problem.
長老の賢明な助言が問題を解決するのに役立った。
A2 adjective /ˈpɜːrsənl/

personal

個人的な
Meaning
relating to a particular person rather than anyone else
Example
She shared some personal details about her family.
彼女は家族についての個人的な詳細を共有しました。
A2 adjective /ˈhevi/

Heavy

重い
Meaning
having great weight; intense or severe
Example
The heavy suitcase was difficult to carry up the stairs.
重いスーツケースを階段で運ぶのは大変だった。
C1 verb /trænˈskraɪb/

transcribe

Meaning
to make a written copy of spoken words or notes
Example
The secretary transcribed the meeting minutes.
B2 noun /ˈhæn.di.krɑːft/

Handicraft

手工芸
Meaning
an activity involving the making of decorative domestic or other objects with the hands; handmade artistic work
Example
The local market featured beautiful handicrafts made by skilled artisans from the region.
地元の市場では、その地域の熟練した職人によって作られた美しい手工芸が展示されていました。
B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.nər/

liner

Meaning
A large ship used for transporting people or goods regularly, or a material used as a lining inside something.
Example
The luxury liner docked at the port yesterday.
A2 verb /ˌdɪsəˈpɪər/

disappear

消える
Meaning
to cease to be visible; to vanish
Example
The magician made the rabbit disappear.
マジシャンはウサギを消した。
C1 noun /ˌfɪziˈɑːlədʒi/

physiology

生理学
Meaning
the scientific study of the functions and mechanisms in a living system
Example
She is majoring in human physiology at the university.
彼女は大学で人間の生理学を専攻しています。
B1 noun /peɪs/

pace

ペース
Meaning
the speed at which something happens or is done
Example
She walked at a slow pace.
彼女はゆっくりとペースで歩いていました。
C2 noun /ˌnɛɡlɪˈʒeɪ/

negligee

軽いシルクの寝間着
Meaning
A woman's light dressing gown, often made of thin or silky material.
Example
She wore a silk negligee before going to bed.
彼女は寝る前にシルクのネグリジェを着ていました。
C2 adjective /ˈtrɛmjələs/

tremulous

震える
Meaning
shaking or quivering slightly, often from nervousness or weakness
Example
Her voice was tremulous as she gave her speech.
彼女の声は震えていました、彼女がスピーチをした時。
A2 noun /ˈpoʊstər/

poster

ポスター
Meaning
a large printed picture or notice that is put on a wall for decoration or to advertise something
Example
They put up a movie poster outside the theater.
彼らは映画館の外に映画のポスターを貼った。
C1 noun ˈdɛf.ər.əns

deference

敬意
Meaning
Humble submission and respect.
Example
He showed deference to his elderly mentor.
彼は年上のメンターに敬意を示しました。
C2 adjective /ˈboʊvaɪn/

bovine

牛に関連する
Meaning
relating to cattle; showing a dull or sluggish nature
Example
Her bovine expression revealed no emotions.
彼女のボバインな表情は感情を示すことはなかった。
C2 adverb /ˈfɔːrbi/

forby

その上
Meaning
In addition; besides (archaic Scottish/English word).
Example
He is kind and generous, and wise forby.
彼は親切で寛大で、さらに賢いです。
B1 noun /ˈɒbstəkəlz/

obstacles

障害物
Meaning
Things that block one's way or prevent or hinder progress.
Example
Obstacles in life can often lead to valuable lessons.
人生の障害物はしばしば貴重な教訓に繋がる。
A2 noun /ˈfɔːrɪst/

Forest

森
Meaning
a large area covered chiefly with trees and undergrowth
Example
We went hiking in the dense forest yesterday.
昨日、私たちは密林をハイキングしました。
A2 adjective /ʌnˈtaɪdi/

Untidy

散らかった; 無秩序な;
Meaning
not neat or orderly; messy and disorganized
Example
Her untidy room was filled with clothes scattered everywhere.
彼女の散らかった部屋は、どこにでも散らばった服でいっぱいでした。
B2 verb /əkˈsɛləreɪt/

accelerate

加速する
Meaning
to increase speed or make something happen sooner
Example
The driver accelerated to overtake the truck.
運転手はトラックを追い越すために加速しました。
C1 noun /ˈfɔːrdʒər/

forger

偽造者
Meaning
a person who makes fake documents, artworks, or signatures
Example
The police arrested a forger who had been selling counterfeit paintings.
警察は偽造者を逮捕しました。彼は偽の絵画を販売していました。
B2 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈwɛlmɪŋ/

overwhelming

圧倒的
Meaning
Very intense; overpowering.
Example
Large tasks can feel overwhelming.
大きな仕事は圧倒的に感じることがあります。
C2 adjective /ɪmˈpɔːrtʃənət/

importunate

しつこい
Meaning
Persistent to the point of annoyance or intrusion
Example
The importunate salesman kept calling despite repeated refusals.
しつこい販売員は、繰り返し拒否されても電話をかけ続けました。
C1 verb /ɪnˈtɪmɪdeɪt/

intimidate

Meaning
To frighten or overawe someone, especially to make them do what one wants.
Example
The bully tried to intimidate the smaller kids.
C1 verb /ɪkˈstɔːrt/

extort

強奪する
Meaning
to obtain something, especially money, by force, threats, or unfair means
Example
The gang attempted to extort money from local shopkeepers.
ギャングは地元の店主からお金を強奪しようとした。
C2 noun /ˈdɛftnəs/

deftness

巧妙さ
Meaning
Skillfulness and quickness in action or thought.
Example
Her deftness with words impressed the audience.
彼女の言葉の巧妙さは観客を感動させた。
B1 noun, verb /praɪz/

prize

賞
Meaning
something given as a reward for achievement; to value highly
Example
He won the first prize in the competition.
彼はコンペティションで一等賞を受賞した。
C1 verb /ˈkælɪˌbreɪt/

calibrate

Meaning
To adjust or mark something so it can be used accurately; to standardize.
Example
The technician calibrated the machine before starting the experiment.
B2 adjective /ˈkwestʃənəbl/

Questionable

疑わしい
Meaning
doubtful; dubious; suspicious; open to doubt or suspicion
Example
His questionable business practices led to an investigation.
彼の疑わしいビジネス慣行は調査を引き起こしました。
B2 verb /fɔːrˈsiː/

foresee

予見する
Meaning
To be aware of beforehand; to predict or expect.
Example
She could foresee the challenges ahead.
彼女は前方の課題を予見することができました。
C1 noun /ˌsɛnsəˈbɪləti/

Sensibility

感受性
Meaning
the ability to appreciate and respond to complex emotional or aesthetic influences; sensitivity
Example
Her artistic sensibility made her appreciate fine details in paintings.
彼女の芸術的な感受性は、絵画の細部を評価するのに役立ちました。
C2 adjective /ˈdʒɜːrmɪnəl/

germinal

発芽の
Meaning
Relating to the earliest stage of development.
Example
The idea was still in its germinal stage.
そのアイデアはまだその発芽段階にありました。
B2 noun /ˈsɜːr.plʌs/

surplus

余剰
Meaning
An amount that is more than what is needed.
Example
The country has a surplus of food this year.
今年、その国には食料の余剰があります。
A1 noun /ˈtʃɪk.ən/

Chicken

鶏
Meaning
a domestic fowl kept for its eggs or meat; the meat of this bird used as food
Example
The chicken laid fresh eggs every morning.
その鶏は毎朝新鮮な卵を産みました。
A2 adjective /reər/

Rare

珍しい
Meaning
not occurring very often; uncommon or unusual
Example
It's rare to find such beautiful handmade jewelry these days.
こんな美しい手作りのジュエリーを見つけることは珍しい。
C1 verb /səbˈsaɪd/

subside

収束する
Meaning
to become less intense, violent, or severe; to sink or fall to a lower level
Example
After the storm, the floodwaters began to subside.
嵐の後、洪水は収束し始めました。
C1 adjective /ɪˈnænɪmət/

inanimate

無生物
Meaning
not alive, especially not in the manner of animals and humans; lifeless
Example
The museum was full of inanimate objects from ancient times.
博物館には古代の無生物がいっぱいだった。
C1 verb /ˈstaɪfəld/

stifled

抑える
Meaning
to suppress, hold back, or prevent something from happening
Example
He stifled a laugh during the serious meeting.
彼は真面目な会議中に笑いを抑えた。
C2 verb /ɪnˈdʒɛst/

ingest

摂取する
Meaning
To take food, drink, or another substance into the body, usually by swallowing.
Example
The patient must ingest the medicine with water.
患者は水と一緒に薬を摂取する必要があります。
C2 noun /ˈdɛkəˌɡɒn/

decagon

十角形
Meaning
A polygon with ten sides and ten angles.
Example
The geometry teacher drew a perfect decagon on the board.
数学の先生は黒板に完璧な十角形を描きました。
C2 verb /kənˈtɔːrt/

contort

歪む
Meaning
to twist or bend out of the normal shape
Example
She contorted her face in pain after the injury.
怪我をした後、彼女は痛みに顔を歪めた。
C2 adjective /ˈhæl.si.ən/

halcyon

静かな
Meaning
calm, peaceful, and happy; denoting a period of time in the past that was idyllically happy and peaceful
Example
She often reminisces about the halcyon days of her childhood.
彼女はよく子供時代の静かな日々を思い出します。
A1 noun /ˈnʌmbər/

number

番号
Meaning
a mathematical value used to count, measure, or label
Example
She gave me her phone number.
彼女は私に自分の電話番号を教えてくれました。
B1 noun /ˈbʌb.əl/

bubble

泡
Meaning
a thin sphere of liquid enclosing air or gas; a temporary state of inflated value or excitement
Example
The children chased the bubbles in the air.
子供たちは空中の泡を追いかけました。
A2 adjective /ɪmˈpɑːsəbl/

impossible

不可能
Meaning
not able to occur, exist, or be done
Example
It is impossible to finish this work in one day.
この仕事を1日で終わらせるのは不可能です。
C1 verb /ˈvɛnəˌreɪt/

venerate

敬う
Meaning
to regard with great respect; revere
Example
People venerate saints for their holiness.
人々はその聖性のために聖人を敬う。
C1 noun /ˈkaʊn.tə.nəns/

countenance

顔つき、表情; 支援
Meaning
a person's face or expression; support or approval
Example
Her cheerful countenance brightened the room.
彼女の明るい顔つきが部屋を明るくした。
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。
C1 verb /skɔːrtʃ/

scorch

焦がす
Meaning
to burn the surface of something slightly
Example
The fire scorched the walls of the building.
火事が建物の壁を焦がした。
C1 noun /koʊˈhɪr.əns/

coherence

一貫性
Meaning
The quality of being logical and consistent; forming a unified whole.
Example
The essay lacked coherence, making it hard to follow.
エッセイには一貫性が欠けており、理解が難しかった。
C2 noun /ɪˈrʌp.ʃən/

Irruption

突然の暴力的な侵入; 侵略または襲撃; 突然の噴出または噴火
Meaning
a sudden violent entry; an invasion or raid; a sudden outburst or eruption
Example
The army's irruption into enemy territory caught the opposing forces completely off guard.
軍隊の敵領土へのイラプションは、相手の力を完全に不意を突いた。
C1 noun /ʃæk/

Shack

小屋
Meaning
a small, crudely built dwelling; a poorly constructed building
Example
The fisherman lived in a small shack near the beach.
漁師は海岸近くの小さな小屋に住んでいました。
B2 noun /dɪsˈtrɛs/

distress

苦痛
Meaning
extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain
Example
He felt a deep sense of distress when he heard the bad news.
悪い知らせを聞いたとき、彼は深い苦痛を感じました。
C1 adjective ˌsɪn.əˈdʒɪs.tɪk

synergistic

相乗的な
Meaning
Relating to the interaction of elements that when combined produce a greater effect than the sum of their individual effects.
Example
A synergistic effect occurs when nutrients work together.
相乗的な効果は、栄養素が一緒に働くときに発生します。
A2 noun ˈɡʌvəmənt

government

政府
Meaning
The governing body of a nation, state, or community; the system by which a state or community is governed.
Example
The government rejected the demands.
政府は要求を拒否した。
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。
C2 verb /ˈbætn/

batten

固定する
Meaning
To fasten or secure something tightly.
Example
They battened down the hatches before the storm.
彼らは嵐の前にハッチをしっかりと固定した。
A2 verb /əˈvɔɪd/

avoid

避ける
Meaning
To keep away from or stop oneself from doing something.
Example
He tries to avoid junk food.
彼はジャンクフードを避けようとしています。
A1 verb /hɪər/

hear

聞く
Meaning
to perceive sound; to listen to
Example
I can hear the birds singing.
私は鳥が歌っているのを聞くことができます。
B2 adjective /ˈfeɪθ.fəl/

Faithful

忠実な; 誠実な; 信念に忠実
Meaning
loyal and committed; reliable; true to one's beliefs
Example
She remained faithful to her principles throughout her career.
彼女はキャリアを通じて自分の信念に忠実でした。
B2 noun ˌvɒlənˈtɪər ˌɔːɡənaɪˈzeɪʃən

volunteer organization

ボランティア団体
Meaning
A nonprofit group of people who offer their services willingly without payment for a cause.
Example
BD Clean is a volunteer organization promoting recycling.
BD Cleanはリサイクルを推進するボランティア団体です。
B1 noun, verb /dʒeɪl/

jail

刑務所
Meaning
A place for the confinement of people accused or convicted of a crime; to imprison.
Example
The thief was sent to jail for stealing.
泥棒は盗みのために刑務所に送られました。
C1 verb /ˈfɔːlsɪfaɪ/

falsify

偽造する
Meaning
to make something false or to misrepresent
Example
He tried to falsify the documents to avoid taxes.
彼は税金を避けるために書類を偽造しようとした。
C1 noun/verb /ˈvɑːrnɪʃ/

varnish

ニス
Meaning
A liquid that is applied to wood or other materials to form a hard, shiny surface; also to apply such a liquid.
Example
The carpenter varnished the table to give it a glossy finish.
大工はテーブルに光沢を与えるためにニスを塗った。
C2 adjective /ˈslæp.dæʃ/

slapdash

ぞんざい
Meaning
done too quickly and carelessly; hasty and careless
Example
The report was written in a slapdash manner, full of errors.
レポートはぞんざいに書かれており、間違いだらけだった。
B2 noun fɪkst ˈɪnkʌm

fixed income

固定収入
Meaning
Investment that provides a return in the form of fixed periodic payments.
Example
Fixed income investments provide reliable returns.
固定収入の投資は信頼性の高いリターンを提供します。
B2 noun draʊt

drought

干ばつ
Meaning
A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall; a shortage of water.
Example
Drought impacts crop growth significantly.
干ばつは作物の成長に大きな影響を与えます。
B1 noun /treɪl/

trail

小道
Meaning
a path or track left by something that has passed
Example
The hikers followed the trail through the forest.
ハイカーたちは森の中の小道を辿った。
A1 noun /klɒk/

Clock

時計
Meaning
an instrument used to indicate, keep, and co-ordinate time
Example
The clock on the wall shows three o'clock.
壁の時計は3時を示しています。
B2 adverb /ˈkrɪtɪkli/

critically

重大に
Meaning
in a way that expresses disapproval or a very serious, important way
Example
He was critically injured in the accident.
彼は事故で重傷を負った。
C1 noun /ˌsʌb.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən/

substitution

交換
Meaning
the action of replacing someone or something with another
Example
The substitution of the old system with the new one was difficult.
古いシステムを新しいシステムに置き換えることは難しかった。
C2 noun /ˈlɑːrsəni/

larceny

窃盗
Meaning
The unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it.
Example
He was arrested for committing larceny at the store.
彼は店で窃盗を行ったため逮捕されました。
C2 verb /ˌpriːɪnˈɡeɪdʒ/

preengage

事前契約
Meaning
To contract or engage beforehand; to arrange in advance.
Example
The workers were preengaged before the project officially started.
プロジェクトが公式に開始される前に、作業員はすでに前もって契約されていました。
C2 adjective /bɪˈsɒtɪd/

besotted

夢中な、恋に狂った
Meaning
strongly infatuated or obsessed with someone or something
Example
He was completely besotted with her charm.
彼は彼女の魅力に完全に夢中だった。
C2 noun /fiːˈkʌndɪti/

fecundity

肥沃, 繁殖力
Meaning
the ability to produce an abundance of offspring or new growth; fertility
Example
The fecundity of the river delta supports diverse wildlife.
川の三角州の肥沃は多様な野生動物を支えています。
C2 adjective /ˈseɪpiənt/

sapient

賢明な
Meaning
Wise, or appearing to be wise.
Example
The professor gave a sapient response to the complex question.
教授は複雑な質問に賢明な回答をしました。
B1 noun /prəʊ/

pro

プロフェッショナル
Meaning
a professional, especially in sports; or a person who is in favor of something
Example
He plays tennis like a pro.
彼はプロのようにテニスをプレーします。
C1 noun /ˈrɛz.ə.nəns/

resonance

共鳴
Meaning
A deep, reverberating sound or a quality of evoking response.
Example
His speech had a deep resonance with the audience.
彼のスピーチは観客に深い共鳴を与えた。
C2 adjective /ɪkˈspɒzɪtəri/

expository

説明的
Meaning
intended to explain or describe something
Example
The teacher gave an expository lecture on the topic.
先生はそのトピックについて説明的な講義をしました。
B2 adjective /ˈmɪnɪməm/

minimum

最小
Meaning
The least or smallest amount or quantity possible, attained, or required.
Example
This year saw a minimum unemployment rate.
今年の失業率は最小値に達しました。
A2 noun /ˈpækɪdʒ/

package

パッケージ
Meaning
a container or wrapping in which something is packed
Example
He received a package in the mail.
彼は郵便でパッケージを受け取った。
B2 adverb /bɪˈfɔːr.hænd/

Beforehand

前もって; 事前に; あらかじめ
Meaning
in advance; ahead of time; earlier
Example
We prepared everything beforehand.
私たちは前もってすべて準備しました。
B2 noun ədˈvɜː.sɪ.ti

adversity

逆境
Meaning
Difficulties; misfortune; a difficult or unpleasant situation.
Example
He remained strong in the face of adversity.
彼は逆境に直面しても強さを保った。
A2 verb /mɪks/

mix

混ぜる
Meaning
To combine different substances or elements together.
Example
She likes to mix different colors to create new shades.
彼女は新しい色合いを作るために、さまざまな色を混ぜるのが好きです。
B2 adjective /ɡəʊl ɔːˈrɪəntɪd/

goal-oriented

目標指向
Meaning
Focused on achieving specific objectives or targets; driven by clear aims.
Example
Being goal-oriented is crucial for achieving success.
目標指向であることは成功を達成するために重要です。
C1 adjective /məˈnɒtənəs/

Monotonous

単調な; 退屈な; 繰り返しの
Meaning
lacking in variety; tediously unvarying; boring and repetitive
Example
The monotonous sound of the rain made everyone feel sleepy.
雨の単調な音がみんなを眠くさせた。
C2 verb /ˈlɔɪtər/

loiter

Meaning
To stand or wait around idly without apparent purpose.
Example
The teenagers were told not to loiter outside the shop.
C1 adjective/verb /ˈkɒn.sə.mət/

consummate

大きな技術で何かを完成させるまたは完璧にする
Meaning
To complete or perfect something with great skill
Example
He is a consummate artist with years of experience.
彼は長年の経験を持つ完璧な芸術家です。
C2 verb /ʌnˈfɛtər/

unfetter

制約から解放する
Meaning
to release from restraint or restriction; to free
Example
The new law will unfetter small businesses from excessive regulations.
新しい法律は小規模なビジネスを過剰な規制から解放します。
C2 verb /ˈɛksplɪkeɪt/

explicate

説明する
Meaning
to make an idea or principle clear by explaining it in detail
Example
The professor tried to explicate the theory of relativity for his students.
教授は学生たちに相対性理論を説明しようとしました。
C1 adjective ˌɜː.ɡəˈnɒm.ɪk

ergonomic

人間工学デザイン
Meaning
Designed for efficiency and comfort in the working environment; user-friendly and reducing strain.
Example
The chair has an ergonomic design for better posture.
この椅子は、より良い姿勢のためにエルゴノミックデザインを採用しています。
C1 verb dɪˈsaɪ.fɚ

decipher

解読する, 暗号を解く, 翻訳する
Meaning
To convert something written in code into normal language; to succeed in understanding the meaning of something.
Example
It took hours to decipher the ancient script.
古代の文字を解読するのに何時間もかかりました。
B1 noun /kjuː/

Queue

列; 行列
Meaning
a line of people or things waiting for something; a sequence
Example
We had to wait in a long queue to buy tickets for the movie.
映画のチケットを買うために長い行列で待たなければなりませんでした。
C1 noun /ˈɡæmbɪt/

gambit

ギャンビット
Meaning
a calculated move or remark intended to gain an advantage, especially in chess or conversation
Example
His opening gambit in the debate caught everyone by surprise.
彼の討論でのギャンビットは、みんなを驚かせました。
B2 verb /kənˈtæmɪneɪt/

contaminate

Meaning
To make something impure, dirty, or harmful by contact with a poisonous or polluting substance.
Example
The river was contaminated by industrial waste.
C2 adjective /ˈleɪ.tɪʃ/

latish

少し遅れて
Meaning
Somewhat late; occurring or arriving later than usual but not very late.
Example
We arrived latish to the party but still caught most of the fun.
パーティーには少し遅れて到着しましたが、それでもほとんどの楽しみを楽しむことができました。
B1 noun /rɪˈsɜːtʃə(r)/

researcher

研究者
Meaning
a person who conducts research
Example
The researcher published her findings in a scientific journal.
研究者は科学的なジャーナルに彼女の研究結果を発表しました。
C1 adjective /ˈmɒsi/

Mossy

苔むしている; 苔が生えている
Meaning
covered with moss; having moss growing on it
Example
The old tree trunk was mossy and covered with green vegetation.
古い木の幹は苔むしており、緑の植物で覆われていました。
A2 noun /ˌkæŋ.ɡəˈruː/

Kangaroo

カンガルー
Meaning
a large marsupial from Australia that moves by hopping on its strong hind legs
Example
The kangaroo jumped high with its joey in its pouch.
カンガルーは、袋の中に子供を入れて高く跳ねました。
B2 adjective /ˈtɒksɪk/

Toxic

有毒な; 有害なまたは不快な
Meaning
poisonous; very harmful or unpleasant
Example
The factory released toxic chemicals into the river.
工場は有害な化学物質を川に排出しました。
C1 phrase ˈiː.kəʊˌsɪs.təm kəˈlæps

ecosystem collapse

エコシステムの崩壊
Meaning
The complete breakdown of an ecological system, resulting in the inability to maintain its structure and function.
Example
Unchecked deforestation can lead to ecosystem collapse.
制御されない森林伐採はエコシステムの崩壊を引き起こす可能性があります。
A2 noun /ˈlɜrnɪŋ/

learning

学習
Meaning
The process of gaining knowledge or skills through study or experience.
Example
Learning a new language can be exciting.
新しい言語を学ぶことは興奮することがあります。
C1 adjective /ˌlaɪtˈhɑːrtɪd/

light-hearted

軽やかで無頓着な
Meaning
cheerful, carefree, and not serious
Example
She gave a light-hearted speech at the party.
彼女はパーティーで軽快なスピーチをしました。
C1 noun /ˈsuːtər/

suitor

求婚者
Meaning
a man who pursues a relationship with a woman, often with the intent to marry
Example
She had many suitors vying for her attention.
彼女には彼女の注意を争う求婚者がたくさんいた。
C2 noun /ˈmælɪt fɪʃ/

Mallet fish

殻魚
Meaning
A marine fish with a hard shell-like covering, found in coastal waters
Example
The mallet fish is known for its unique protective shell covering.
マレットフィッシュは独特な保護殻で知られています。
B1 verb /dɪˈpɑːrt/

depart

Meaning
to leave, especially to start a journey
Example
The train will depart at 9 a.m.
C1 noun /ˈfoʊk.lɔːr/

folk-lore

民間伝承
Meaning
The traditional beliefs, customs, stories, songs, and practices of a community, passed down through generations.
Example
Bangladeshi folk-lore is rich with myths and legends.
日本の民間伝承は神話や伝説で豊かです。
C1 adjective /ˈkɜːrsəri/

cursory

ざっとした
Meaning
Hasty and therefore not thorough or detailed.
Example
He gave the report only a cursory glance before the meeting.
彼は会議の前に報告書をざっと見た。
C2 adjective /ˌæn.θrə.pəˈdʒen.ɪk/

anthropogenic

人為的
Meaning
Originating in human activity; caused by humans.
Example
Climate change is largely due to anthropogenic activities.
気候変動は主に人為的な活動によるものです。