B2 noun /ˈkɒn.trɪ.bjʊ.tər/

contributor

貢献者

Meaning

a person who gives something to help achieve a result

Example

He was a regular contributor to the local newspaper.

彼は地元の新聞の定期的な貢献者でした。

B2 noun /haɪˈdreɪʃən/

hydration

身体組織に適切な量の液体を提供するプロセス。

Meaning

The process of providing an adequate amount of liquid to bodily tissues.

Example

Proper hydration is essential for maintaining body functions.

適切な水分補給は、体の機能を維持するために重要です。

B2 verb /ˈkʌltɪveɪt/

cultivate

栽培する

Meaning

to grow crops or plants; to develop or improve something

Example

Farmers cultivate rice in the paddy fields.

農家は田んぼでお米を育てています。

B2 verb /mɛnd/

mend

修理する

Meaning

To repair something that is broken or damaged.

Example

She learned to mend her torn dress.

彼女は裂けたドレスを修理することを学びました。

B2 noun /boʊst/

Boast

自慢; 自惚れ; 誇り

Meaning

an act of talking with excessive pride about one's achievements

Example

His constant boast about his wealth annoyed everyone.

彼の財産についての絶え間ない自慢は、みんなをうんざりさせた。

B2 adjective /rɪˈsɔːrsfəl/

resourceful

Meaning

Having the ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.

Example

She is very resourceful when it comes to solving unexpected problems.

B2 noun /kleɪ/

clay

粘土

Meaning

a natural material made of fine earth that becomes hard when baked, used for making pottery

Example

The artist molded the wet clay into a beautiful vase.

アーティストは湿った粘土を使って美しい花瓶を作りました。

B2 noun /feɪt/

Fate

運命

Meaning

the development of events beyond a person's control, regarded as determined by a supernatural power

Example

Many people believe that fate determines the course of their lives.

多くの人々は運命が彼らの人生の進行方向を決定すると信じています。

B2 verb /ˈɡæmbəl/

gamble

ギャンブル

Meaning

to bet money on games of chance; to take a risky action

Example

He decided to gamble his savings on the stock market.

彼は株式市場に貯金を賭けることに決めました。

B2 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 noun /ˈleɪbərər/

laborer

労働者

Meaning

a person who does physical work, especially work that requires strength rather than skill

Example

The laborer worked long hours at the construction site.

その労働者は建設現場で長時間働いた。

B2 verb /lɪk/

lick

舐める

Meaning

to pass the tongue over something; to defeat decisively

Example

The cat licked its paws clean.

ネコは足をきれいに舐めました。

B2 adjective /ɪˈmens/

Immense

巨大な; 膨大な; 非常に大きい

Meaning

extremely large or great; huge

Example

The immense mountain range stretched across the horizon.

その巨大な山脈は地平線を越えて広がっていました。

B2 noun /ˈfer.i boʊt/

Ferry-boat

フェリー

Meaning

a boat that carries passengers and vehicles across water

Example

We took the ferry-boat to cross the river.

私たちは川を渡るためにフェリー・ボートに乗りました。

B2 verb /pruːn/

prune

剪定する

Meaning

to cut off unwanted parts of a plant or tree to help it grow better

Example

Gardeners prune the trees in spring to encourage growth.

庭師は春に木を剪定して成長を促進します。

B2 noun /ˈspɒnsəʃɪp/

sponsorship

後援

Meaning

the act of supporting an event, activity, person, or organization financially or through other resources

Example

The event was made possible due to the sponsorship of several big companies.

イベントは、いくつかの大企業の後援のおかげで実現しました。

B2 verb /əˈstɒnɪʃ/

astonish

驚かせる

Meaning

to surprise someone greatly; to fill with sudden wonder or amazement

Example

The magician’s final trick astonished the entire audience.

そのマジシャンの最後のトリックは観客全員を驚かせた。

B2 adverb /ˈskeəs.li/

Scarcely

ほとんど; ほとんどない; わずかに

Meaning

hardly; barely; only just

Example

I could scarcely believe my eyes.

私は自分の目をほとんど信じられなかった。

B2 noun ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si ˌreɪts

literacy rates

識字率

Meaning

The percentage of people in a population who can read and write; measures of educational levels in a population.

Example

Literacy rates impact socioeconomic conditions.

識字率は社会経済的条件に影響を与える。

B2 adjective; verb (past and past participle) /lɜːrnd/

learned

博学な

Meaning

having acquired much knowledge through study; gained knowledge or skill through experience or teaching

Example

She is a learned scholar with deep knowledge of history.

彼女は歴史に詳しい博学な学者です。

B2 adjective ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡrəl

integral

不可欠

Meaning

Necessary to make a complete whole; essential or fundamental.

Example

Exercise is an integral part of a healthy lifestyle.

運動は健康的なライフスタイルの不可欠な部分です。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈædɪkwət/

inadequate

不十分

Meaning

Not sufficient or good enough.

Example

The funding was inadequate to complete the project.

プロジェクトを完成させるには資金が不十分でした。

B2 adjective /ˈneɪ.bər.ɪŋ/

Neighbouring

隣接した; 近接した; 隣国の

Meaning

situated next to or very near; adjacent; bordering

Example

We often visit our neighbouring countries for trade.

私たちは貿易のために隣国をよく訪れます。

B2 noun /ˈbæŋkrʌptsi/

bankruptcy

破産

Meaning

the state of being unable to pay debts owed, declared by a legal process

Example

The company declared bankruptcy after months of financial struggles.

その会社は数ヶ月にわたる財務的な困難の後、破産を宣言しました。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈviːniənt/

Inconvenient

不便な; 面倒な; 困難な

Meaning

causing trouble, difficulties, or discomfort; awkward; troublesome

Example

The broken elevator made it inconvenient to reach the top floor.

壊れたエレベーターは、最上階に到達するのを不便にしました。

B2 noun /ˌsɛkʃuˈæləti/

sexuality

セクシュアリティ

Meaning

a person's capacity for sexual feelings and orientation

Example

She spoke openly about her sexuality and identity.

彼女は自分のセクシュアリティとアイデンティティについてオープンに話しました。

B2 adverb /ˈnoʊtəbli/

notably

目立って

Meaning

used to indicate something worthy of attention or significant

Example

She is notably talented in painting.

彼女は絵画で際立って才能があります。

B2 noun ˈbænd.wɪdθ

bandwidth

帯域幅

Meaning

A range of frequencies within a given band, in particular that used for transmitting a signal; the maximum amount of data that can be transmitted in a fixed amount of time.

Example

Increasing bandwidth enhances internet speed.

帯域幅を増やすとインターネットの速度が向上します。

B2 adjective /ˈprɛsɪŋ/

pressing

緊急

Meaning

Requiring immediate attention or urgent action.

Example

The manager had to deal with several pressing issues at once.

マネージャーは同時にいくつかの緊急の問題に対処しなければならなかった。

B2 noun /reɪdʒ/

rage

怒り

Meaning

intense anger or fury

Example

She shouted in a fit of rage after hearing the news.

彼女はそのニュースを聞いて怒りの叫び声を上げました。

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。

B2 adjective /ˈstɛdi/

steady

安定

Meaning

firm, stable, and not likely to change suddenly

Example

He kept his hand steady while painting the picture.

彼は絵を描いている間、手を安定させていました。

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 noun /ˈleɪaʊt/

layout

レイアウト

Meaning

the arrangement or design of something, especially the arrangement of elements in a book, webpage, or room

Example

The designer presented a new layout for the website that was much more user-friendly.

デザイナーはウェブサイトのために新しいレイアウトを提示しました、それはもっとユーザーフレンドリーでした。

B2 adjective /æʃ ˈkʌl.ər/

Ash-colour

灰色

Meaning

a grayish color resembling ash

Example

The old building had ash-colour walls that needed painting.

古い建物には灰色の壁があり、塗り直す必要がありました。

B2 verb /kənˈsiːd/

concede

Meaning

to admit something is true or valid, often reluctantly

Example

She finally conceded that she was wrong.

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 verb /rɪˈvɜːrt/

revert

戻る

Meaning

to return to a previous state, condition, or practice

Example

The system will revert to its original settings after the update.

システムは更新後、元の設定に戻ります。

B2 noun /dɪsˈkʌmfərt/

discomfort

不快感

Meaning

A feeling of slight pain, unease, or awkwardness.

Example

She shifted in her chair due to discomfort in her back.

彼女は背中の不快感のために椅子で動きました。

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 ɪˌlɪm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən

elimination

排除

Meaning

The complete removal or destruction of something.

Example

The elimination of emissions is a priority.

排出の排除は優先事項です。

B2 noun /ˈfrɛʃnəs/

freshness

新鮮さ

Meaning

The quality of being new, clean, and full of energy.

Example

The freshness of the morning air made everyone feel alive.

朝の新鮮な空気で、みんなが生き生きと感じました。

B2 adjective /ˈprɪv.ə.lɪdʒd/

Privileged

恵まれた

Meaning

having special advantages; favored; elite

Example

She comes from a privileged background with many opportunities.

彼女は機会に恵まれた背景を持っている。

B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.kli.hʊd/

likelihood

可能性

Meaning

the chance or probability of something happening

Example

There is a strong likelihood of rain tomorrow.

明日、雨が降る可能性が高いです。

B2 noun /ˈvel.vɪt/

Velvet

ベルベット

Meaning

a soft, luxurious fabric with a thick, short pile on one side

Example

The royal curtains were made of rich red velvet.

ロイヤルカーテンは豊かな赤いベルベットで作られていました。

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 verb /rɪˈstreɪn/

restrain

抑制する

Meaning

to hold back or control; to limit or restrict

Example

Please restrain your dog.

犬を制御してください。

B2 noun ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənt

antioxidant

抗酸化物質

Meaning

A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage by neutralizing free radicals.

Example

Green tea contains powerful antioxidants that slow aging.

緑茶には老化を遅らせる強力な抗酸化物質が含まれています。

B2 noun ˌdiː.fɒr.ɪˈsteɪ.ʃən

deforestation

森林伐採

Meaning

The action of clearing a wide area of trees; the permanent destruction of forests in order to make the land available for other uses.

Example

Deforestation accelerates the loss of biodiversity.

森林伐採は生物多様性の喪失を加速させます。

B2 noun ˌjuːtɪlaɪˈzeɪʃən

utilization

利用

Meaning

The action of making practical and effective use of something.

Example

Increased plastic utilization calls for better waste management.

プラスチックの利用増加は、より良い廃棄物管理を求めています。

B2 noun /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərɪŋ/

manufacturing

製造業

Meaning

the process of making products on a large scale using machinery

Example

The country is investing heavily in the manufacturing sector.

その国は製造業に大規模に投資しています。

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 noun /kraɪst/

christ

キリスト

Meaning

the title given to Jesus, considered the Messiah in Christianity

Example

Christ is central to Christian faith.

キリストはキリスト教信仰の中心です。

B2 verb, adjective /ɪˈlæbəreɪt/ (verb), /ɪˈlæbərət/ (adjective)

elaborate

詳しく説明する / 複雑で詳細なデザイン

Meaning

verb: to explain something in detail; adjective: detailed and complicated in design

Example

She asked him to elaborate on his proposal.

彼女は彼に提案について詳しく説明するように頼んだ。

B2 noun fəˈtiːɡ

fatigue

疲労

Meaning

Physical or mental exhaustion due to prolonged exertion or mental stress

Example

Lack of sleep leads to extreme fatigue.

睡眠不足は極度の疲労を引き起こします。

B2 verb /ɪnˈherɪt/

inherit

相続する

Meaning

to receive money, property, or characteristics from someone when they die; to acquire from predecessors

Example

She inherited her grandmother's house.

彼女は祖母の家を相続しました。

B2 noun /ɪnˈkwaɪəri/ or /ˈɪnkwəri/

inquiry

調査 / 問い合わせ

Meaning

An act of asking for information; an investigation into something.

Example

The committee launched an inquiry into the financial irregularities.

委員会は財務の不正行為に関する調査を開始しました。

B2 noun /ˈlænd.lɔːrd/

Landlord

家主

Meaning

a man who rents out land, a building, or accommodation; a male property owner

Example

The landlord agreed to fix the broken heating system before winter arrived.

家主は冬が来る前に壊れた暖房システムを修理することに同意しました。

B2 noun /ˈkæbɪnət/

Cabinet

キャビネット

Meaning

a piece of furniture with doors and shelves used for storage

Example

The kitchen cabinet is full of dishes and utensils.

キッチンキャビネットは皿と器具でいっぱいです。

B2 noun /ˈkʊriər/

courier

宅配便

Meaning

a person or company that delivers messages, packages, or mail

Example

The courier delivered the documents on time.

クーリエは時間通りに書類を配達しました。

B2 noun /ɪnˈdɔːrs.mənt/

endorsement

支持

Meaning

A public or official statement of support or approval.

Example

The celebrity's endorsement increased the product's sales.

セレブの後援により製品の販売が増加しました。

B2 verb /daɪ/

dye

染める

Meaning

to change the color of something using a chemical substance

Example

She will dye her hair blonde tomorrow.

彼女は明日髪を金髪に染める予定です。

B2 noun /ˌdɒkjʊmɛnˈteɪʃən/

documentation

ドキュメンテーション

Meaning

material that provides official information or evidence

Example

The documentation for the project is available for review.

プロジェクトのドキュメンテーションはレビューのために利用可能です。

B2 verb /ˈhɑːrnɪs/

harness

Meaning

To control and make use of natural resources, especially energy.

Example

Scientists are working to harness solar power effectively.

B2 noun /ˌek.spekˈteɪ.ʃən/

Expectation

期待; 予想;

Meaning

a strong belief that something will happen or be the case; anticipation

Example

The new teacher exceeded everyone's expectations with her innovative teaching methods.

新しい教師は、その革新的な教授法で皆の期待を超えました。

B2 noun /ɡoʊl ˈsɛt.ɪŋ/

goal-setting

目標設定

Meaning

The process of identifying something that you want to accomplish and establishing measurable objectives to achieve it.

Example

Effective goal-setting helps individuals stay focused and motivated.

効果的な目標設定は、個人が集中し、モチベーションを保つのに役立ちます。

B2 verb ˈfɔːr.mjə.leɪt

formulate

策定する

Meaning

To create or develop a plan or idea clearly and specifically, to construct an idea or strategy clearly.

Example

The company must formulate a strategy for expansion.

会社は拡張戦略を策定する必要があります。

B2 noun /ˈdoʊnər/

donor

ドナー

Meaning

A person who gives something, especially to a charity or cause.

Example

The donor contributed generously to the hospital’s new wing.

ドナーは病院の新しい翼に寛大に寄付しました。

B2 adjective /ˈrest.ləs/

Restless

落ち着きのない

Meaning

unable to rest or relax; constantly moving or fidgeting

Example

The child was restless during the long car journey.

長い車の旅で子供は落ち着きがなかった。

B2 adjective /ˈtaɪərləs/

tireless

疲れ知らず

Meaning

Showing great effort or energy without becoming tired.

Example

She worked tirelessly to complete the project on time.

彼女は時間通りにプロジェクトを完了させるために疲れ知らずで働きました。

B2 adjective /hɑːrʃ/

Harsh

厳しい; 荒い; 残酷な; 厳格な

Meaning

unpleasantly hard or rough in texture; cruel or severe

Example

The teacher gave harsh criticism about my work.

先生は私の仕事に厳しい批評をしました。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈprɒp.ər/

Improper

不適切な; 不正確な; 不適当な

Meaning

inappropriate; incorrect; not suitable

Example

It would be improper to discuss personal matters in a business meeting.

ビジネス会議で個人的な事柄を議論するのは不適切です。

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 /aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

identification

身分証明

Meaning

the process of recognizing or proving who or what someone or something is

Example

You need proper identification to enter the building.

ビルに入るには適切な身分証明が必要です。

B2 adjective /ˌdʒiːəˈɡræfɪkəl/

geographical

地理的な

Meaning

relating to geography; connected with the physical features, location, or characteristics of the Earth or a particular area

Example

The country’s geographical position makes it an important trading hub.

その国の地理的な位置は重要な貿易拠点となっています。

B2 noun /ˈmaɪnə(r)/

miner

鉱夫

Meaning

a person who works in a mine, extracting minerals or other resources

Example

The miner worked in the coal mine for many years.

鉱夫は長年、石炭鉱で働いていました。

B2 adjective /ˈkaʊntləs/

countless

数えきれない

Meaning

too many to be counted; innumerable

Example

There are countless stars in the sky.

空には無数の星があります。

B2 adverb /ˈdʒenərəsli/

generously

惜しみなく

Meaning

in a kind, giving, or unselfish manner; in a plentiful or abundant way

Example

She generously donated money to help the poor.

彼女は貧しい人々を助けるために惜しみなくお金を寄付した。

B2 verb /ɪnˈkɔːrpəreɪt/

incorporate

組み込む

Meaning

to include something as part of a whole; to form a corporation

Example

The new design incorporates advanced technology.

新しいデザインは先進技術を組み込みます。

B2 verb /ˈhʌvər/

hover

空中で一箇所に留まる、前後に動かない

Meaning

to remain in the air in one place without moving forward or backward

Example

The helicopter hovered over the city.

ヘリコプターは街の上空で浮かんでいました。

B2 adjective /ˈdʒuːsi/

juicy

ジューシー

Meaning

Full of juice; succulent; also used to describe something exciting or scandalous.

Example

The steak was so juicy that it melted in my mouth.

ステーキはとてもジューシーで、口の中で溶けました。

B2 adjective /ˈslʌɡ.ɪʃ/

Sluggish

遅い; 鈍い; 非活動的

Meaning

slow-moving; lacking energy or alertness; inactive

Example

The old computer became sluggish after running for hours.

古いコンピュータは数時間動かした後、遅くなった。

B2 noun rɪˈtɛnʃən

retention

保持

Meaning

The continued possession, use, or control of something

Example

The retention of information is essential for academic success.

情報の保持は学問的成功のために重要です。

B2 noun /ˌprɒp.əˈɡæn.də/

Propaganda

プロパガンダ; 噂

Meaning

information spread to promote a particular political cause or point of view

Example

The government used propaganda to influence public opinion during the war.

政府は戦争中に世論に影響を与えるためにプロパガンダを使用した。

B2 noun /spekˈteɪtər/

Spectator

観客

Meaning

a person who watches at a show, game, or other event; an observer

Example

The stadium was filled with excited spectators.

スタジアムは興奮した観客でいっぱいでした。

B2 noun /sɛnt/

scent

香り

Meaning

a distinctive smell, especially a pleasant one

Example

The scent of roses filled the garden.

バラの香りが庭いっぱいに広がった。

B2 noun /rek/

Wreck

破壊; 車両事故;

Meaning

the destruction or disabling of a ship or vehicle; something that has been badly damaged or destroyed

Example

The car wreck blocked the highway for hours.

自動車の事故で高速道路が数時間封鎖された。

B2 adverb /fɔːrθ/

forth

forward in place, time, or order

Example

The leader stepped forth to address the crowd.

リーダーは群衆に向かって前に出ました。

B2 adjective /ʃɪər/

Sheer

完全な; 絶対的な; 透明な; 非常に急な

Meaning

complete; absolute; transparent; very steep

Example

It was sheer luck that we found the place.

それは私たちが場所を見つけた純粋な運だった。

B2 noun /ˈsaɪkloʊn/

cyclone

サイクロン

Meaning

a large-scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure; a violent tropical storm

Example

The cyclone caused severe flooding along the coast.

サイクロンは沿岸地域に深刻な洪水を引き起こした。

B2 noun /ɡriːf/

Grief

深い悲しみ; 哀しみ

Meaning

deep sorrow, especially that caused by someone's death; trouble or suffering

Example

The family was overwhelmed with grief after losing their beloved pet.

家族は愛するペットを失った後、深い悲しみに包まれていました。

B2 adjective /ˈnɑː.lɪ.dʒə.bəl/

Knowledgeable

知識豊富な; 教養のある; 有識な

Meaning

having extensive knowledge; well-informed; educated

Example

She is very knowledgeable about ancient history.

彼女は古代史に非常に詳しいです。

B2 noun/verb /ˈsæd.əl/

saddle

馬の鞍; 誰かに責任を負わせる

Meaning

A seat fastened on the back of a horse for riding; to burden someone with a responsibility.

Example

He saddled the horse before going for a ride.

彼は乗馬の前に馬にサドルをつけた。

B2 adjective /ˈskeptɪkəl/

Sceptical

懐疑的な; 疑わしい; 何かの真実に疑問を抱く

Meaning

having doubts; not easily convinced; questioning the truth of something

Example

Many scientists remain sceptical about the new theory.

多くの科学者が新しい理論に対して懐疑的な立場を取っている。

B2 verb /ˈɪl.ə.streɪt/

illustrate

説明する

Meaning

to explain or make something clear by using examples, pictures, or comparisons

Example

The teacher used diagrams to illustrate the concept.

先生はその概念を説明するために図を使いました。

B2 noun ˌspɛk.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən

speculation

投機

Meaning

Investment in stocks, property, or other ventures in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss.

Example

Stock market speculation can lead to high volatility.

株式市場のスペキュレーションは高いボラティリティを引き起こす可能性があります。

B2 adjective /ˈskɛptɪkəl/

skeptical

懐疑的な

Meaning

not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations

Example

She was skeptical about the new plan.

彼女は新しい計画に懐疑的だった。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈsuːtəbl/

Unsuitable

不適切; 不適当

Meaning

not fitting or appropriate for a particular purpose or situation

Example

This formal dress is unsuitable for a casual beach party.

このフォーマルなドレスはカジュアルなビーチパーティには不適切です。

B2 verb /əˈbaɪd/

abide

従う

Meaning

to accept or act in accordance with; to endure; to dwell

Example

I will abide by the rules of the company.

私は会社のルールに従います。

B2 adjective /hɪˈlɛəriəs/

hilarious

非常に面白い

Meaning

Extremely funny or amusing.

Example

The comedian told a hilarious story that had everyone laughing.

コメディアンは、みんなが笑ってしまうような非常に面白い話をしました。

B2 noun /ˌstɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

stimulation

刺激

Meaning

The action of arousing interest, enthusiasm, or excitement.

Example

Stimulation reduces stress and aids relaxation.

刺激はストレスを減らし、リラックスを助けます。

B2 adjective /ˈbruː.təl/

brutal

残酷

Meaning

extremely cruel or harsh; violent and without feeling

Example

The dictator’s rule was marked by brutal violence.

独裁者の統治は残酷な暴力によって特徴付けられていた。

B2 adjective /ˈwɪt.i/

Witty

機知に富んだ; 面白い

Meaning

having or showing quick intelligence; amusing in a clever way

Example

Her witty response to the critic's question impressed the entire audience.

彼女の機知に富んだ答えは、批評家の質問に対して観客全体を感動させました。

B2 noun /ˈlaɪf.taɪm/

lifetime

生涯

Meaning

The duration of a person's life or the existence of something.

Example

She achieved more in her lifetime than most people dream of.

彼女は自分の生涯で、ほとんどの人が夢見る以上のことを達成した。

B2 noun /ˈbɒdiɡɑːrd/

bodyguard

ボディガード

Meaning

a person employed to protect someone from harm

Example

The celebrity arrived with her bodyguard.

その有名人はボディガードと一緒に到着した。

B2 adverb /ˈmɪzərəbli/

Miserably

悲惨に

Meaning

in a wretched or unhappy manner; extremely badly

Example

The team performed miserably in the championship.

チームはチャンピオンシップで悲惨にプレーしました。

B2 adjective /ˈdɒm.ɪ.nənt/

Dominant

支配的な; 影響力のある; 最も重要な

Meaning

controlling, influencing, or prevailing over others; most important or powerful

Example

The dominant player controlled the entire basketball game.

支配的な選手はバスケットボールの試合を完全に支配しました。

B2 verb /ˈɡrʌmbəl/

grumble

ぶつぶつ言う

Meaning

to complain quietly or in a low voice

Example

She often grumbles about the traffic.

彼女はよく交通渋滞についてぶつぶつ言います。

B2 noun /səˈnɛərioʊ/

scenario

可能な状況

Meaning

a possible situation or sequence of events

Example

The company prepared for the worst-case scenario.

会社は最悪のシナリオに備えました。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdjuːs/

induce

誘発する

Meaning

to cause or persuade someone to do something; to bring about a result

Example

The doctor induced sleep with a mild sedative.

医師は軽い鎮静剤で睡眠を引き起こしました。

B2 adjective /ˈbaɪəst/

Biased

偏見

Meaning

showing prejudice for or against someone or something unfairly

Example

The judge was accused of being biased against the defendant.

裁判官は被告に対して偏見があると告発されました。

B2 noun, adjective /ˈsoʊʃəlɪst/

socialist

社会主義者

Meaning

a person who advocates for socialism; relating to socialism

Example

He is a well-known socialist writer.

彼は有名な社会主義者の作家です。

B2 verb /fʊlˈfɪl/

fulfil

果たす

Meaning

to complete or achieve something that was expected or promised; to satisfy a requirement or desire

Example

She worked hard to fulfil her dream of becoming a doctor.

彼女は医者になる夢を果たすために一生懸命働いた。

B2 noun /plæˈtoʊ/

plateau

高原、平坦な土地、変化の少ない時期

Meaning

an elevated flat area of land or a period of little change

Example

After months of growth, sales reached a plateau.

数ヶ月の成長の後、売上はプラトーに達した。

B2 verb /plaʊ/

plough

耕す

Meaning

to break up and turn over soil using a plough; to move through something with difficulty

Example

The farmer ploughs the field every spring.

農家は毎年春に畑を耕します。

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 noun, adjective /prɪˈmɪər/ or /ˈpriːmiər/

premier

首相 / 主要

Meaning

the head of government in some countries; first in importance or rank

Example

The French premier addressed the nation.

フランスの首相が国民に演説を行った。

B2 noun /ˈbroʊ.kər/

Broker

仲介業者

Meaning

a person who buys and sells goods or assets for others; an intermediary

Example

The stock broker helped me invest my money wisely.

株式ブローカーは私のお金を賢明に投資する手助けをしました。

B2 verb /əˈweɪkən/

awaken

目覚めさせる

Meaning

to stop sleeping; to cause to become aware

Example

The loud noise awakened the entire neighborhood.

大きな音が目覚めさせ、近所全体を起こした。

B2 noun

Longing

切望; 待望

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。