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C2 adjective /ˈkrɒtʃ.ə.ti/

crotchety

不機嫌
Meaning
bad-tempered, easily annoyed, and often complaining
Example
The crotchety old man yelled at the children for playing near his house.
不機嫌な老人は、自分の家の近くで遊んでいる子供たちに叫んだ。
C1 noun /ˈtʃæplɪn/

chaplain

チャプレン
Meaning
A member of the clergy attached to a private chapel, institution, hospital, or military unit.
Example
The army chaplain offered prayers before the battle.
軍のチャプレンは戦闘前に祈りを捧げました。
A2 adjective /ˈkjʊriəs/

curious

好奇心旺盛な
Meaning
Eager to know or learn something.
Example
The curious explorers asked questions about Antarctica.
好奇心旺盛な探検家たちは南極について質問をした。
B2 adjective /ˈklʌm.zi/

clumsy

不器用
Meaning
awkward in movement or lacking skill
Example
He is so clumsy that he drops things all the time.
彼はとても不器用で、いつも物を落としてしまいます。
C2 noun /ˈkɒnsəvəˌtwɑː/

conservatoire

音楽院
Meaning
A school specializing in the study of music or drama.
Example
She trained as a pianist at the Paris Conservatoire.
彼女はパリの音楽院でピアニストとして訓練を受けました。
B2 adjective /ˈklæsɪfaɪd/

classified

機密の；分類された
Meaning
arranged into categories; officially secret or restricted
Example
The report contains classified information and cannot be shared publicly.
その報告書には機密情報が含まれている。
C1 noun /ˈkɒnstənsi/

constancy

不変/忠実
Meaning
the quality of being faithful and dependable
Example
Her constancy in friendship is admirable.
彼女の友情での忠実さは賞賛に値します。
C2 noun /ˌkɑːrt ˈblɑːnʃ/

carte blanche

Meaning
complete freedom to act as one wishes
Example
The manager gave her team carte blanche to design the project.
C1 verb /kənˈkɜːr/

concur

同意する
Meaning
To agree with someone or something.
Example
I concur with your opinion on this matter.
私はこの件に関してあなたの意見に同意します。
C1 noun /ˈkriː.dəns/

credence

信頼, 認めること
Meaning
belief in or acceptance of something as true
Example
The witness gave credence to the defendant's alibi.
証人は被告のアリバイに信頼をおいた。
C1 noun /ˈkævərn/

cavern

洞窟
Meaning
a large cave or chamber in a cave
Example
The explorers entered a dark cavern beneath the mountain.
探検家たちは山の下にある暗い洞窟に入った。
B1 verb kənˈsjuːmz

consumes

消費する
Meaning
Use up (a resource); eat, drink, or ingest (food or drink).
Example
An individual consumes around 20 kg of plastic annually.
1人の人は年間約20キロのプラスチックを消費します。
C1 noun /səˈvɪləti/

civility

礼儀
Meaning
Polite and courteous behavior.
Example
He treated his opponent with civility despite their differences.
彼は彼の対戦相手に対して礼儀を持って接した、彼らの違いにもかかわらず。
B2 noun /ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

certification

認定
Meaning
the process of officially recognizing or confirming that something or someone meets required standards; an official document proving qualification
Example
She received her professional certification after completing the training program.
彼女は研修プログラムを修了した後、専門的な認定を取得しました。
B1 noun /kræb/

Crab

カニ
Meaning
a crustacean with a broad carapace, stalked eyes, and five pairs of legs, the first pair of which are modified as pincers
Example
The crab scuttled sideways across the sand.
カニは砂の上を横向きに這って行った。
B1 verb /kənˈkluːd/

conclude

締めくくる
Meaning
to bring to an end; to decide or determine after consideration
Example
We will conclude the meeting at five o'clock.
私たちは五時に会議を締めくくります。
B1 noun /ˌkæl.kjəˈleɪ.ʃən/

Calculation

計算
Meaning
a mathematical determination of the size or number of something
Example
His calculation of the total cost was accurate to the penny.
彼の総費用の計算はペニー単位まで正確でした。
B1 noun /tʃiːk/

Cheek

頬; 横柄;
Meaning
either side of the face below the eye; impudent or disrespectful behavior
Example
The baby's rosy cheeks showed she was healthy and happy.
赤ちゃんのピンク色のほおが、健康で幸せであることを示していました。
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。
A2 noun /ˈkʌl.tʃər/

Culture

文化
Meaning
the arts and other manifestations of human intellectual achievement; the customs and beliefs of a particular society
Example
Learning about different cultures helps us understand and appreciate diversity.
異なる文化について学ぶことは、多様性を理解し、評価するのに役立ちます。
C1 noun kənˌsɒl.ɪˈdeɪ.ʃən

Consolidation

記憶の定着
Meaning
The process of converting newly learned information into long-term memory
Example
Sleep plays a key role in memory consolidation.
睡眠は記憶の定着において重要な役割を果たします。
C2 noun /kɪˈrɒpədɪst/

chiropodist

足病医
Meaning
A healthcare professional who diagnoses and treats foot problems.
Example
The chiropodist treated her painful corns and calluses.
足病医は彼女の痛いタコと鶏眼を治療した。
B1 adjective /kəmˈbaɪnd/

combined

結合された
Meaning
formed by bringing together separate parts or elements
Example
The combined effort of the team led to success.
チームの共同の努力は成功をもたらしました。
B2 verb /ˈkeɪtər/

cater

Meaning
To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.
Example
The company catered the wedding reception.
A2 adjective ˈkʌmftəbəl

comfortable

快適
Meaning
Giving a feeling of physical ease and relaxation; free from hardship or unpleasant conditions.
Example
Urban planning aims to make cities more comfortable.
都市計画は都市をより快適にすることを目的としています。
A2 noun /ˈkæb.ɪdʒ/

Cabbage

キャベツ
Meaning
a cultivated plant eaten as a vegetable, having thick green or purple leaves surrounding a spherical heart
Example
She chopped the fresh cabbage to make coleslaw for dinner.
彼女は夕食のためにコールスローを作るために新鮮なキャベツを切った。
C2 adjective /ˈkʌsɪd/

cussed

頑固
Meaning
Annoyingly stubborn or difficult.
Example
He was too cussed to admit his mistake.
彼は自分の間違いを認めるには頑固すぎた。
C1 verb /ˈkaʊər/

cower

恐怖で縮こまる
Meaning
to crouch down in fear
Example
The child cowered behind the sofa during the thunderstorm.
子供は雷の間、ソファの後ろで恐怖で縮こまっていた。
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。
C1 adjective /ˈkɔːrdiəl/

Cordial

親切な; 誠実な; 心からの
Meaning
warmly friendly; sincere; heartfelt
Example
She gave us a cordial welcome at the front door.
彼女は玄関で私たちに親切な歓迎をしてくれました。
A2 noun /ˈkær.ət/

Carrot

ニンジン
Meaning
a long pointed orange root vegetable that grows underground
Example
Carrots are rich in vitamin A.
ニンジンはビタミンAが豊富です。
C1 noun /ˈkɒnfɪdænt/

confidant

信頼できる友人
Meaning
A person with whom one shares a secret or private matter, trusting them not to repeat it.
Example
She found a true confidant in her childhood friend.
彼女は子供時代の友人の中に本当の信頼できる友人を見つけました。
B1 noun /ˈkændɪdeɪt/

candidate

候補者
Meaning
A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election.
Example
The candidate gave a strong speech during the debate.
候補者は討論中に強いスピーチを行いました。
C1 adjective /kəmˈplaɪənt/

compliant

従順
Meaning
Willing to agree with or follow rules, requests, or demands.
Example
She was compliant with all the safety requirements.
彼女はすべての安全要件に従いました。
B1 noun /kənˈstrʌk.ʃən/

construction

建設
Meaning
The building of something, typically a large structure.
Example
Construction dust significantly contributes to pollution.
建設工事のほこりは汚染に大きく寄与します。
B2 noun /ˌklæsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

classification

分類
Meaning
the action or process of classifying something into groups based on shared characteristics.
Example
The classification of animals helps in understanding their biology.
動物の分類は、彼らの生物学を理解するのに役立ちます。
C2 noun ˌkɒdʒɪˈteɪʃən

cogitation

熟考, 思索
Meaning
The action of thinking deeply about something; contemplation
Example
After much cogitation, he made the final decision.
熟考の末、彼は最終的な決定を下しました。
B1 noun /ˈkrɪtɪˌsɪzəm/

criticism

批判
Meaning
The expression of disapproval or judgment of the merits of something
Example
The new policy has faced a lot of criticism from the public.
新しい政策は、一般の人々から多くの批判を受けました。
B2 preposition /kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/

concerning

関する
Meaning
about or relating to something; causing worry or anxiety
Example
There are some reports concerning the new project.
新しいプロジェクトに関する報告があります。
C2 noun /ˌkɛəriˈætɪd/

caryatid

女性の姿をした柱
Meaning
A stone carving of a draped female figure, used as a supporting column in architecture.
Example
The ancient temple featured a caryatid holding up the roof.
古代の神殿には屋根を支えるカリアティッドがありました。
B2 noun /ˈkloʊʒər/

closure

閉鎖
Meaning
the action or process of closing something, or the sense of finality or resolution.
Example
The closure of the company left many employees without jobs.
会社の閉鎖により、多くの従業員が職を失いました。
B2 noun /ˈkɒmjʊnɪst/

communist

Meaning
a person who supports or believes in the principles of communism
Example
The communist ideology aims for a classless society.
C1 adjective /kɔɪ/

coy

控えめな, 内気な
Meaning
reluctant to give details or reveal feelings; shy or reserved
Example
She gave a coy smile when asked about her plans.
彼女は自分の計画について聞かれたとき、控えめな笑顔を見せた。
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 /krɑk pɑt/

Crock pot

スロークッカー
Meaning
an electric cooking pot that cooks food slowly at low temperatures
Example
I put the chicken and vegetables in the crock pot before going to work.
仕事に行く前にチキンと野菜をスロークッカーに入れました。
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 /klɔː/

Claw

爪
Meaning
sharp curved nail on the foot of an animal or bird
Example
The cat extended its sharp claws to climb the tree.
猫は木に登るために鋭い爪を伸ばした。
A2 verb /ˈkænsəl/

cancel

キャンセル
Meaning
to decide that something planned will not take place
Example
The flight was canceled due to heavy rain.
フライトは激しい雨のためキャンセルされました。
A2 adjective /ˈkʌmɪŋ/

coming

来る
Meaning
approaching or happening soon
Example
We are preparing for the coming festival.
私たちは来る祭りの準備をしています。
A1 noun /ˈkæm.rə/

camera

Meaning
a device used for taking photographs or recording videos
Example
She bought a new camera for her photography class.
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。
C1 noun /tʃɪt/

Chit

メモ、控え
Meaning
a short note, typically a brief informal letter; a voucher for a sum owed
Example
She left a chit on the table asking him to call her back.
彼女はテーブルにチットを置いて、彼に戻って電話するように頼んだ。
B1 adverb /ˈkɒmənli/

commonly

一般的に
Meaning
usually or by most people
Example
This phrase is commonly used in everyday speech.
このフレーズは日常会話で一般的に使われます。
C1 noun /ˈkɔːkəs/

caucus

政治的集会
Meaning
A meeting of members of a political party to select candidates or decide policy.
Example
The party held a caucus to nominate their candidate for president.
党は大統領候補者を指名するために集会を開いた。
C2 noun /səˈlɛrɪti/

celerity

素早さ
Meaning
swiftness of movement; speed
Example
The soldier moved with great celerity to deliver the message.
兵士はメッセージを届けるために素早く動いた。
C1 noun /ˈsɪtrɪk ˈæsɪd/

Citric Acid

クエン酸
Meaning
a natural acid found in citrus fruits, used as a food preservative and flavoring agent
Example
Add a pinch of citric acid to preserve the color of the fruit jam.
果物ジャムの色を保つためにクエン酸をひとつまみ加えてください。
B1 adjective /ˈklæsɪkəl/

classical

古典的または伝統的な
Meaning
relating to ancient Greek or Roman culture, or representing traditional excellence in art, music, or literature
Example
She loves listening to classical music while studying.
彼女は勉強中にクラシック音楽を聴くのが好きです。
A2 adjective, noun /ˈkloʊsər/

closer

もっと近く, 終了者
Meaning
more near in distance or relationship; someone or something that concludes an activity
Example
She moved closer to the window.
彼女は窓にもっと近づきました。
B1 noun /kɑːrt/

Cart

カート
Meaning
a wheeled vehicle for carrying goods; a shopping cart
Example
The farmer loaded hay onto his cart.
農夫は干し草をカートに載せました。
B1 noun /ˈkær.ə.væn/

Caravan

キャラバン
Meaning
a group of people traveling together, especially through desert areas
Example
The merchant caravan crossed the desert with camels carrying precious goods.
商人のキャラバンは、貴重な商品を運ぶラクダと共に砂漠を越えました。
A2 noun /ˈsɪə.ri.əl/

cereal

Meaning
a common breakfast food made from processed grains such as wheat, oats, or corn
Example
She eats a bowl of cereal every morning before work.
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 /kəˈlɛstərɒl/

cholesterol

コレステロール
Meaning
a fatty substance found in the blood, high levels of which can cause health problems
Example
High cholesterol can increase the risk of heart disease.
高コレステロールは心臓病のリスクを高める可能性があります。
C2 noun kənˌsep.tʃu.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

conceptualization

概念化
Meaning
The process of forming a concept or idea; the process of developing something in the mind.
Example
The conceptualization of renewable cities is groundbreaking.
再生可能な都市の概念化は画期的です。
C2 noun /ˈkloʊtʃər/

cloture

討論終了手続き
Meaning
a procedure for ending a debate and taking a vote.
Example
The Senate invoked cloture to end the lengthy debate.
上院は長時間の討論を終わらせるためにクロチュールを適用しました。
B1 noun ˈkeɪ.bəl

cable

ケーブル
Meaning
A thick rope of wire or nonmetallic fiber, typically used for construction, mooring ships, or transmitting electricity or telecommunication signals.
Example
The cable connects countries across continents.
ケーブルは大陸を越えて国々を接続します。
A2 noun ˌkɒmpəˈtɪʃən

competition

競争
Meaning
The activity or condition of competing; rivalry for supremacy.
Example
Competition grew between language groups.
競争は言語グループ間で増加しました。
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。
C2 adjective kaɪˈmɛr.ɪ.kəl

chimerical

空想的、不可能な
Meaning
Illusory or impossible to achieve; existing only in imagination.
Example
His chimerical ideas often baffled realists.
彼の空想的なアイデアはしばしば現実主義者を困惑させました。
B1 verb /kruːz/

cruise

幸せ
Meaning
to travel smoothly at a moderate speed, especially for pleasure
Example
They decided to cruise along the coast during their vacation.
彼女は賞を受け取ったときの幸せを隠すことができませんでした。
C1 noun /kuː/

coup

クーデター
Meaning
a sudden, decisive action that brings about a change, especially in government
Example
The military staged a coup to overthrow the existing regime.
軍隊は現政権を倒すためにクーデターを起こしました。
C1 adjective kəˈlɒs.əl

Colossal

巨大な
Meaning
Extremely large, gigantic, enormous in size or extent.
Example
The colossal pyramids of Egypt are a marvel of architecture.
エジプトの巨大なピラミッドは建築の奇跡です。
C2 verb /ˈtʃɔːrtl/

chortle

喜んで笑う
Meaning
to laugh in a breathy, gleeful way
Example
The audience chortled at the comedian's witty remarks.
観客はコメディアンのウィットに富んだコメントにクスクスと笑った。
B2 adjective, noun /ˈkɑːmənpleɪs/

commonplace

ありふれた
Meaning
ordinary or unremarkable; something that is usual or commonly found
Example
Smartphones have become commonplace in modern life.
スマートフォンは現代生活でありふれたものになった。
C1 adjective /ˈkɑːr.di.æk/

cardiac

心臓の
Meaning
Relating to the heart.
Example
The patient was admitted with a cardiac condition.
患者は心臓の病状で入院しました。
B2 adjective ˌkæt.əˈstrɑː.fɪk

catastrophic

破壊的, 壊滅的
Meaning
Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering.
Example
Climate change has catastrophic consequences.
気候変動は破滅的な影響を及ぼします。
B2 adjective /kəmˈpætəbl/

compatible

互換性のある
Meaning
Able to exist or work together without conflict; harmonious.
Example
This software is compatible with both Windows and Mac systems.
このソフトウェアはWindowsとMacの両方のシステムと互換性があります。
C1 noun /ˌkɔr.diˈæl.ɪ.ti/

Cordiality

友情; 優しさ
Meaning
sincere affection and kindness; warm and friendly behavior
Example
The host's cordiality made all the guests feel welcome and comfortable.
ホストのコーディアリティはすべてのゲストが歓迎され、快適に感じさせました。
C1 noun /ˈtʃæriət/

Chariot

戦車
Meaning
an ancient horse-drawn vehicle used in warfare and racing
Example
The warrior rode his chariot into battle with great courage.
戦士はその戦車に乗って勇敢に戦いに挑みました。
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。
A1 noun /kʌp/

Cup

カップ
Meaning
a small, round container, typically with a handle, used for drinking tea, coffee, or other hot beverages
Example
She drank tea from her favorite ceramic cup.
彼女はお気に入りの陶製カップからお茶を飲みました。
C1 noun /kəmˈpəʊ.ʒər/

composure

冷静と自己管理の状態
Meaning
The state or feeling of being calm and in control of oneself.
Example
She maintained her composure during the interview.
彼女はインタビュー中に冷静さを保ちました。
C1 adjective /ˌkaʊntərɪnˈtuːɪtɪv/

counterintuitive

直感に反する
Meaning
contrary to what one would intuitively expect
Example
His approach seems counterintuitive but it actually works.
彼のアプローチは直感に反するように見えますが、実際には効果的です。
B1 noun/verb /ˈkɒmplɪmənt/

compliment

賛辞
Meaning
a polite expression of praise or admiration; to politely praise someone
Example
She complimented him on his excellent presentation.
彼女は彼の素晴らしいプレゼンテーションを褒めました。
B1 adverb /ˈkeərləsli/

carelessly

不注意に
Meaning
without care or attention; in a negligent or reckless manner
Example
He carelessly left the door unlocked.
彼は不注意にドアの鍵をかけ忘れた。
C2 adjective /kəˈrɛlətɪv/

correlative

相関的な
Meaning
having a mutual relationship; corresponding
Example
The increase in temperature is correlative with the melting of glaciers.
温度の上昇は氷河の融解と関連しています。
B2 noun/verb /kəˈmjuː.tɪŋ/

commuting

通勤
Meaning
Regular travel to and from workplace, daily journey for work.
Example
He spends two hours commuting to work every day.
彼は毎日仕事に行くために2時間通勤します。
C2 noun /kwɑːˈfjʊr/

coiffure

髪型
Meaning
A person's hairstyle, typically an elaborate one.
Example
Her elegant coiffure impressed everyone at the party.
彼女のエレガントな髪型はパーティーで皆を感動させました。
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.
C2 noun /kənˈfɛsər/

confessor

告白者
Meaning
A person who confesses sins or secrets, especially to a priest.
Example
The confessor listened patiently to the troubled man.
告白者は困っている男性の話を忍耐強く聞いた。
C1 noun /klaʊt/

clout

影響力
Meaning
influence or power, especially in politics or business
Example
The businessman has a lot of political clout.
そのビジネスマンは政治的な影響力を持っています。
B2 verb /kəˈmɛnd/

commend

称賛する
Meaning
to praise formally or officially
Example
The teacher commended the students for their hard work.
先生は生徒たちの努力を称賛しました。
B1 verb /ˈkæri aʊt/

carry out

実行する
Meaning
to perform or complete a task; to execute a plan
Example
The team carries out the project successfully.
チームはプロジェクトを成功裏に実行します。
C1 adjective /kræs/

crass

無神経な、感受性や洗練さが欠けている
Meaning
lacking sensitivity, refinement, or intelligence
Example
His crass remarks offended everyone at the meeting.
彼の無神経な発言は会議で全員を怒らせました。
B2 noun /ˈkreɪvɪŋ/

craving

強い欲求
Meaning
a strong desire for something
Example
She has a craving for chocolate every evening.
彼女は毎晩チョコレートが欲しくなる。
B2 noun /ˈkʌmbæk/

comeback

カムバック
Meaning
A return to a former status or success after a period of decline.
Example
The singer made a remarkable comeback after years of silence.
歌手は何年もの沈黙の後、見事なカムバックを果たした。
A2 noun, verb /kɔɪn/

coin

Meaning
A flat piece of metal used as money; as a verb, to invent a new word or phrase.
Example
The government decided to coin a new term for the program.
A2 noun /ˌsɛlɪˈbreɪʃən/

celebration

祝典
Meaning
a festive event or activity to honor an occasion
Example
The city held a grand celebration on Independence Day.
その都市は独立記念日に大規模な祝典を開催した。
C2 adjective /ˈkeəwɔːn/

careworn

疲れ切って心配そうな
Meaning
Showing signs of worry, stress, or exhaustion.
Example
His careworn face revealed years of struggle.
彼の疲れ切った顔は長年の戦いを物語っていました。
A2 noun /ˈtʃaɪldhʊd/

childhood

子供時代
Meaning
the period of being a child
Example
She spent her childhood in a small village.
彼女は小さな村で子供時代を過ごしました。
B1 noun /kriˈeɪ.ʃən/

Creation

創造; 作品
Meaning
the action or process of bringing something into existence; something that has been made or invented
Example
The artist's latest creation was displayed at the modern art gallery.
アーティストの最新の創作は現代アートギャラリーに展示されました。
B2 noun /ˌkɒn.tɪˈnjuː.ɪ.ti/

continuity

継続性
Meaning
the state of being continuous or connected; consistency over time
Example
Maintaining continuity in leadership is essential for organizational stability.
リーダーシップにおける継続性の維持は、組織の安定性にとって不可欠です。
B1 noun /kɒp/

cop

警官
Meaning
a police officer (informal)
Example
The cop stopped the car for speeding.
警官はスピード違反で車を止めました。
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 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。
B1 noun /klɪf/

cliff

崖
Meaning
a high, steep face of rock or earth
Example
The waves crashed against the bottom of the cliff.
波は崖の底にぶつかりました。
A2 adjective /ˈsɛntrəl/

central

中央の
Meaning
Situated in the middle; of the greatest importance.
Example
Water is central to human survival.
水は人間の生存にとって中央の役割を果たします。
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 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。
C1 adjective kənˈten.ʃəs

contentious

論争のある
Meaning
Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial.
Example
The contentious issue divided global leaders.
その論争的な問題は、世界のリーダーたちを分裂させました。
C1 noun /ˌkɒrəˈneɪʃən/

coronation

戴冠式
Meaning
the act or ceremony of crowning a sovereign or monarch
Example
The coronation of the new king was attended by thousands of people.
新しい王の戴冠式には何千人もの人々が参加しました。
B2 noun /kɔːrps/

corpse

遺体
Meaning
a dead body, especially of a human
Example
The police discovered a corpse in the abandoned house.
警察は廃墟の家で遺体を発見しました。
B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsələr/

counsellor

カウンセラー
Meaning
a person trained to give guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems; an advisor
Example
She spoke to a counsellor to get advice about her career.
彼女は自分のキャリアについてカウンセラーに相談した。
C1 noun /kənˈstɪtʃuənsi/

constituency

選挙区
Meaning
A geographical area whose residents elect a representative to a legislative body.
Example
She campaigned tirelessly across her constituency.
彼女は選挙区で疲れ知らずに選挙運動を行いました。
C2 noun /ˈkʌlvərt/

culvert

カルバート
Meaning
a tunnel or drain that carries water under a road or railway
Example
The heavy rainwater flowed through the culvert under the bridge.
重い雨水が橋の下のカルバートを通って流れました。
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。
A1 adjective /koʊld/

Cold

寒い; 冷たい; 無愛想;
Meaning
having a low temperature; lacking warmth; unfriendly
Example
The cold winter wind made everyone shiver.
冷たい冬の風がみんなを震えさせた。
C2 noun /kənˈsaɪnər/

consignor

発送者
Meaning
a person or company that sends goods to be sold or transported
Example
The consignor shipped the goods to the warehouse.
発送者は商品を倉庫に送った。
B2 noun /kənˈvɪk.ʃən/

conviction

確信
Meaning
A firmly held belief or opinion.
Example
She spoke with conviction, making everyone believe her.
彼女は確信を持って話し、皆を信じさせました。
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。
C2 noun /ˌkɒnsaɪˈniː/

consignee

受取人
Meaning
the person or company to whom goods are delivered
Example
The consignee received the shipment on time.
受取人は時間通りに配送を受け取りました。