B1 adjective ˌdem.əˈkræt.ɪk

democratic

民主的

Meaning

Relating to or supporting democracy or its principles.

Example

Democratic governance ensures equal rights.

民主的な統治は平等な権利を保証します。

B1 adverb /ˈhaɪli/

highly

非常に

Meaning

to a great degree; very

Example

She is highly respected in her field.

彼女は自分の分野で非常に尊敬されています。

B1 noun /ˈɔːfɪsər/

officer

警官

Meaning

a person in a position of authority, especially in law enforcement

Example

The officer gave him a ticket for speeding.

警官はスピード違反で彼にチケットを渡した。

B1 noun ˈpɒl.ə.si

policy

方針

Meaning

A course or principle of action adopted or proposed by a government, party, business, or individual; a contract of insurance.

Example

Effective policies drive national development.

効果的な方針は国の発展を促進します。

B1 adjective /kənˈvɪnst/

convinced

確信した

Meaning

completely certain or sure about something

Example

She was convinced that he was telling the truth.

彼女は彼が真実を言っていると確信していた。

B1 noun /vɒlˈkeɪ.noʊ/

Volcano

幸せ

Meaning

a mountain with an opening through which lava, gas, and ash can escape

Example

The volcano erupted after being dormant for decades.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠すことができませんでした。

B1 noun /θroʊt/

Throat

喉; 気管; 首の前部

Meaning

the passage that leads from the back of the mouth to the stomach and lungs; the front part of the neck

Example

He had a sore throat and couldn't speak clearly.

彼は喉が痛くて、はっきりと話すことができませんでした。

B1 noun /ˌiː.kəˈnɒm.ɪk ɡrəʊθ/

Economic Growth

経済成長

Meaning

The increase in the production of goods and services in an economy over time, measured by the expansion of economic output, income, and investment.

Example

The country's economic growth has been remarkable over the past decade.

その国の経済成長は過去10年間で顕著でした。

B1 adjective /ˈsætɪsfaɪd/

satisfied

満足

Meaning

Pleased or content with what has been achieved or received.

Example

He felt satisfied after finishing his project.

彼はプロジェクトを終えた後、満足していると感じた。

B1 noun /ˌdʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

Generation

世代; 生産;

Meaning

all the people born and living at about the same time; the production or creation of something

Example

Each generation faces unique challenges that shape their worldview and values.

各世代は、それぞれ独自の課題に直面し、それが彼らの世界観と価値観を形作っています。

B1 noun /ˈɑː.lɪv/

Olive

オリーブ

Meaning

a small oval fruit with a hard pit, typically green or black, used for eating or making oil

Example

Olive oil is considered one of the healthiest cooking oils available.

オリーブオイルは、最も健康的な料理用オイルの一つと見なされています。

B1 noun /ˈkæləri/

calorie

カロリー

Meaning

A unit of energy, often used to measure the energy content of food and drink.

Example

She checks the calorie count before eating any packaged food.

彼女はパッケージ食品を食べる前にカロリー数をチェックします。

B1 noun /ˈtɪʃ.uː/

tissue

ティッシュ

Meaning

a piece of soft absorbent paper or fabric

Example

She used a tissue to wipe her nose.

彼女はティッシュで鼻を拭きました。

B1 verb /prəˈsiːd/

proceed

進む

Meaning

to continue with a course of action; to move forward

Example

Let's proceed with the meeting as planned.

計画通りに会議を進めましょう。

B1 noun /ˈvɪn.ɪ.ɡər/

Vinegar

酢

Meaning

a sour liquid made from fermented alcohol, used for cooking and preserving

Example

I added vinegar to the salad dressing for extra flavor.

私はサラダドレッシングにビネガーを加えて、味を増しました。

B1 noun /fæts/

fats

脂肪

Meaning

Essential macronutrients that provide energy, support cell growth, and protect organs while helping absorb vitamins.

Example

Healthy fats from nuts and avocados support brain function.

ナッツとアボカドから得られる健康的な脂肪は、脳機能をサポートします。

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 /straɪk/

Strike

打つ

Meaning

to hit forcefully; to stop work as a form of protest

Example

Lightning strikes the tall building during the storm.

雷は嵐の中で高いビルを打つ。

B1 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl/

council

評議会

Meaning

an assembly of people chosen or elected to make decisions or advise on matters

Example

The city council voted to improve public transportation.

市議会は公共交通の改善のために投票しました。

B1 noun /ˈhæŋ.kər.tʃɪf/

Handkerchief

ハンカチ

Meaning

a small piece of cloth used for wiping the nose or face

Example

She always carries a clean handkerchief in her purse.

彼女はいつもバッグにきれいなハンカチを持っています。

B1 noun /mɑːsks/

masks

マスク

Meaning

Coverings for all or part of the face, worn as a disguise, for protection, or for medical reasons.

Example

Masks can protect against polluted air.

マスクは汚染された空気から守ることができます。

B1 adjective /ˈiːvəl/

evil

邪悪

Meaning

Profoundly immoral and wicked.

Example

They believed the villain was the embodiment of evil.

彼らは悪役が邪悪の具現であると信じていた。

B1 noun /ˈbles.ɪŋ/

Blessing

祝福; 贈り物;

Meaning

a beneficial thing for which one is grateful; divine favor

Example

Having good health is a blessing that we should cherish.

良い健康を持つことは、私たちが大切にすべき祝福です。

B1 adjective /bɔɪld/

Boiled

ゆでた

Meaning

cooked in boiling water

Example

She served boiled eggs for breakfast.

彼女は朝食に茹で卵を出しました。

B1 noun /wiːt/

wheat

小麦

Meaning

a cereal plant whose grain is used to make flour for bread and other foods

Example

Farmers harvested the wheat in early summer.

農家は初夏に小麦を収穫しました。

B1 verb /skrætʃ/

scratch

幸せ

Meaning

to rub a surface or skin with something sharp or rough, often to relieve itching

Example

The cat scratched the door to be let in.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠すことができませんでした。

B1 adjective /ˌɪnɪkˈspɛnsɪv/

Inexpensive

安い; 手頃な; 経済的

Meaning

not costing a lot of money; affordable; budget-friendly

Example

This restaurant offers delicious and inexpensive meals for students.

このレストランは学生のためにおいしくて安い食事を提供しています。

B1 noun /ˈdʒɪn.dʒər/

Ginger

生姜

Meaning

a hot fragrant spice made from the rhizome of a plant; the plant itself

Example

The chef added fresh ginger to the stir-fry to enhance its flavor and aroma.

シェフは炒め物に新鮮な生姜を加えて、風味と香りを高めました。

B1 noun /ˈmʌs.əl/

Muscle

筋肉

Meaning

a body tissue consisting of fibers that can contract to produce movement

Example

Regular exercise helps strengthen your muscle.

定期的な運動は筋肉を強化するのに役立ちます。

B1 noun /ˈseɪ.ɪŋ/

Saying

格言

Meaning

a well-known phrase that expresses something true about life; a proverb

Example

There's an old saying that practice makes perfect.

「継続は力なり」という古い格言があります。

B1 noun /ˈproʊˌfaɪl/

profile

プロフィール

Meaning

a description or representation of someone or something; an outline

Example

He updated his profile on the company website.

彼は会社のウェブサイトでプロフィールを更新しました。

B1 verb /piːl/

peel

皮をむく

Meaning

to remove the outer covering or skin from a fruit or vegetable

Example

She peeled the mango before eating it.

彼女は食べる前にマンゴーの皮をむいた。

B1 adjective /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

significant

重要な

Meaning

Sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy.

Example

Social media has a significant impact on relationships.

ソーシャルメディアは人間関係に重要な影響を与えています。

B1 verb /əˈtætʃ/

attach

添付する

Meaning

to join or fasten something to another thing

Example

Please attach the document to the email before sending.

送信する前に、ドキュメントをメールに添付してください。

B1 noun sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti

security

セキュリティ

Meaning

The state of being free from danger, threat, or loss.

Example

Food security is essential for human survival.

食料安全は人類の生存にとって不可欠です。

B1 verb /oʊ/

owe

借りがある

Meaning

to be under obligation to pay or repay; to be indebted

Example

I owe my success to my parents' support.

私は両親の支援のおかげで成功しました。

B1 noun /ˈtɔːr.təs/

tortoise

カメ

Meaning

A slow-moving land reptile with a hard shell.

Example

The tortoise slowly crossed the garden.

カメはゆっくり庭を横切った。

B1 verb /swɪtʃ/

switch

切り替える

Meaning

to change from one thing to another; to exchange or replace

Example

I switched from coffee to tea.

私はコーヒーからお茶に切り替えました。

B1 adjective /ɪɡˈzækt/

Exact

正確な; 精密な; 完全に正しい

Meaning

precise; accurate; completely correct

Example

Please give me the exact time of the meeting.

会議の正確な時間を教えてください。

B1 verb pres

press

押す. 圧力。

Meaning

Exert force on (someone or something), typically with one's finger or hand, in order to move them away from oneself.

Example

Press firmly to operate the machine.

マシンを操作するためにしっかり押してください。

B1 noun prəˈtek.ʃən

protection

保護

Meaning

The action of protecting someone or something, or the state of being protected.

Example

The movement focused on the protection of rights.

運動は権利の保護に集中しました。

B1 noun /ɡɪlt/

Guilt

罪悪感

Meaning

a feeling of having committed wrong or failed in an obligation; responsibility for wrongdoing

Example

She felt overwhelming guilt after forgetting her mother's birthday.

母親の誕生日を忘れた後、彼女は圧倒的な罪悪感を感じました。

B1 verb /hiːl/

heal

癒す

Meaning

to cure; to become healthy again

Example

Time will heal all wounds.

時間がすべての傷を癒す。

B1 noun ˌen.dʒɪˈnɪə.rɪŋ

engineering

工学

Meaning

The application of scientific and mathematical principles to design, build, and maintain structures, machines, or systems.

Example

Genetic engineering transforms agricultural practices.

遺伝子工学は農業の実践を変革します。

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 verb /ɪnˈfɔ:m/

inform

通知する

Meaning

to tell someone about something; to give information

Example

Please inform me when you arrive at the airport.

空港に到着したら、私に通知してください。

B1 verb /krɔːl/

crawl

這う

Meaning

to move slowly on hands and knees; to move very slowly

Example

The baby crawled across the floor to reach the toy.

赤ちゃんはおもちゃを取るために床をハイハイしていました。

B1 adjective /ˈnær.oʊ/

Narrow

狭い; 限定された; 狭まった

Meaning

having a small width; thin; limited in scope; restricted

Example

The narrow street was barely wide enough for two cars.

その狭い道は2台の車が通るにはほとんど十分な広さがありませんでした。

B1 noun /ˈɑp.ʃən/

Option

オプション

Meaning

a thing that is or may be chosen; an alternative course of action

Example

You have the option to work from home or office.

自宅またはオフィスから仕事をするオプションがあります。

B1 adjective /ˌʌndərˈstændəbl/

understandable

理解できる

Meaning

Able to be understood; reasonable or justifiable.

Example

Her reaction was understandable given the situation.

その反応は状況を考慮すると理解できるものでした。

B1 noun

Kindness

親切; 優しさ; 思いやり

B1 verb /ˈedɪt/

edit

編集する

Meaning

to make changes to improve or correct something

Example

I need to edit this document before submission.

この文書を提出前に編集する必要があります。

B1 adjective ˈliː.ɡəl

legal

合法

Meaning

Permitted by law; relating to the law.

Example

Legal systems ensure justice.

法的なシステムは正義を保証します。

B1 verb /pɑːrtɪsɪˈpeɪtɪŋ/

participating

参加する

Meaning

Taking part in an activity or event.

Example

He is participating in the Antarctic expedition.

彼は南極遠征に参加しています。

B1 noun, verb /ˈkɒndʌkt/ (noun), /kənˈdʌkt/ (verb)

conduct

Meaning

to organize or carry out; or a person's behavior

Example

The teacher conducted the exam fairly.

B1 noun /hoʊst/

Host

ホスト; ゲストを迎える人; 多くのもの

Meaning

a person who receives or entertains other people as guests; a large number of things

Example

The gracious host welcomed all the guests with warm smiles and refreshments.

親切なホストは、温かい笑顔と飲み物でゲストを迎えました。

B1 noun /swɒn/

Swan

白鳥

Meaning

a large waterbird with a long curved neck and usually white plumage

Example

The elegant swan glided silently across the water.

優雅な白鳥が水面を静かに滑っていきました。

B1 noun /tʃɑːrt/

chart

チャート

Meaning

a sheet of information in the form of a table, graph, or diagram

Example

The teacher used a chart to explain the statistics.

教師は統計を説明するためにチャートを使用しました。

B1 noun /ʃɒk/

shock

衝撃

Meaning

a sudden upsetting or surprising event or experience

Example

The news of his sudden departure was a shock to everyone.

彼の突然の出発のニュースは皆にショックを与えた。

B1 adjective /ˌʌnˈpeɪd/

Unpaid

無給の; 支払いなし

Meaning

not paid for; without payment or salary

Example

She worked as an unpaid intern for six months.

彼女は無給のインターンとして6ヶ月間働きました。

B1 adjective ɪɡˈzɪs.tɪŋ

existing

存在する

Meaning

In existence; present; current.

Example

The commission reviews existing provisions.

委員会は現在の規定を確認しています。

B1 verb /ˈfraɪtən/

frighten

怖がらせる

Meaning

to cause fear or alarm in someone

Example

The loud noise frightened the child.

大きな音が子供を怖がらせた。

B1 adverb /spəˈsɪfɪkli/

specifically

特に

Meaning

in a clear and exact way

Example

He was specifically asked to handle the finances.

彼は特に財務を扱うように頼まれました。

B1 noun /ˈref.ər.əns/

Reference

参考文献

Meaning

the action of mentioning or alluding to something; a source of information

Example

Please provide references to support your research claims.

研究の主張を支持するために参考文献を提供してください。

B1 adjective /ˈkɒn.fɪ.dənt/

Confident

自信がある; 確信している; 自信に満ちた

Meaning

self-assured; certain; having belief in one's abilities

Example

She felt confident about her performance in the exam.

彼女は試験での自分のパフォーマンスに自信を持っていた。

B1 adjective /ˈtʃaɪl.dɪʃ/

Childish

子供っぽい; 子供のような振る舞いだが大人には不適切

Meaning

immature and silly; behaving in a way that is typical of a child but inappropriate for an adult

Example

His childish behavior during the meeting was quite embarrassing.

会議中の彼の子供っぽい行動はかなり恥ずかしいものでした。

B1 adjective rɪˈlaɪ.ə.bəl

reliable

信頼できる

Meaning

Consistently good in quality or performance; able to be trusted.

Example

Reliable systems ensure efficiency.

信頼できるシステムは効率を確保します。

B1 noun /ɪkˈspreʃ.ən/

Expression

表現; 発表;

Meaning

the act of making thoughts or feelings known; a look on someone's face

Example

The artist's painting was a beautiful expression of her inner emotions.

アーティストの絵は彼女の内面的な感情の美しい表現でした。

B1 adjective /ɪˈliː.ɡəl/

illegal

違法

Meaning

Not allowed by law; unlawful.

Example

It is illegal to drive without a valid license.

有効な免許なしで運転することは違法です。

B1 noun /ˈdʒʌm.pər/

Jumper

セーター;

Meaning

a knitted garment worn on the upper body; a person or animal that jumps

Example

She wore a warm woolen jumper during the cold winter evening.

彼女は寒い冬の夜に暖かいウールのジャンパーを着ていました。

B1 noun, verb /skiːm/

scheme

計画 / 陰謀

Meaning

a plan or arrangement, especially one that is secret or dishonest

Example

They devised a scheme to cheat investors.

彼らは投資家をだますために計画を立てました。

B1 adverb /ˈɪnstəntli/

instantly

すぐに

Meaning

immediately, without any delay

Example

He replied instantly to the message.

彼はすぐにメッセージに返事をした。

B1 noun/adjective /ˌdɒkjʊˈmɛntri/

documentary

ドキュメンタリー映画

Meaning

A film or television program that provides a factual record or report.

Example

We watched a documentary about climate change.

私たちは気候変動についてのドキュメンタリー映画を見ました。

B1 noun /stiːl/

steel

スチール

Meaning

a strong, hard metal made of iron and carbon

Example

The building was made from steel to ensure its durability.

その建物は耐久性を確保するためにスチールで作られました。

B1 preposition /ˈvaɪə/ or /ˈviːə/

via

経由で

Meaning

through, by way of, or using a particular route or means

Example

She sent the documents via email.

彼女はメールを通じて書類を送った。

B1 noun /ˈvaɪrəs/

virus

ウイルス

Meaning

A tiny infectious agent that can replicate only inside the living cells of an organism.

Example

The computer was infected with a dangerous virus.

コンピュータは危険なウイルスに感染していました。

B1 noun /ˈprɪzənər/

prisoner

囚人

Meaning

a person who is in prison

Example

The prisoner was granted parole after serving 10 years.

その囚人は10年の服役後、仮出所を許可されました。

B1 adjective /ˌen.təˈteɪ.nɪŋ/

Entertaining

面白い; 楽しくて魅力的

Meaning

providing amusement or enjoyment; funny and engaging

Example

The comedian's performance was very entertaining and kept the audience laughing.

コメディアンのパフォーマンスは非常に面白く、観客を笑わせ続けました。

B1 noun /ˈætməsˌfɪər/

Atmosphere

大気圏

Meaning

the envelope of gases surrounding the earth or another planet; the pervading tone or mood of a place

Example

The atmosphere protects us from harmful solar radiation.

大気圏は有害な太陽放射線から私たちを守ってくれます。

B1 noun /əˈpiːl/

Appeal

アピール; 要請; 魅力

Meaning

a serious or urgent request, typically to the public; the quality of being attractive or interesting

Example

The charity made an appeal for donations.

チャリティーは寄付を呼びかけました。

B1 noun /əˈpɪn.jən/

Opinion

意見

Meaning

a view or judgment formed about something; a belief or assessment based on grounds short of proof

Example

In my opinion, this is the best solution.

私の意見では、これは最良の解決策です。

B1 verb meɪnˈteɪn

maintain

維持する

Meaning

To keep in good condition; to preserve or sustain.

Example

Maintaining discipline in educational institutions is crucial.

教育機関での規律を維持することは重要です。

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。

B1 noun /ˈɡɑːr.bɪdʒ/

Garbage

ゴミ; 廃棄物

Meaning

waste material; refuse or litter; something worthless or meaningless

Example

Please take out the garbage before the collection truck arrives tomorrow morning.

ゴミ収集車が明日の朝到着する前にゴミを出してください。

B1 adjective /ˌɛdjuˈkeɪʃənl/

educational

教育的な

Meaning

Relating to the provision of education or having an educative effect.

Example

The journey was an educational experience.

その旅行は教育的な経験でした。

B1 noun /ˈhɛlθˌkɛər/

healthcare

医療ケア

Meaning

the organized provision of medical care to people

Example

The country invested heavily in healthcare to improve public health.

その国は公共の健康を改善するために医療ケアに大きな投資をしました。

B1 noun /aɪl/

aisle

通路

Meaning

a passage between rows of seats or shelves

Example

She walked down the aisle to find her seat.

彼女は席を見つけるために通路を歩いた。

B1 noun /ˈmɛtəl/

metal

金属

Meaning

A solid material that is typically hard, shiny, malleable, fusible, and conductive, such as iron, gold, or aluminum.

Example

The ring was made of precious metal.

その指輪は貴金属でできていました。

B1 noun /ˈlaɪ.kɪŋ/

Liking

好み; 愛好; 傾向

Meaning

a feeling of regard or fondness; a preference or taste for something

Example

She has developed a liking for classical music.

彼女はクラシック音楽に対して好みを持つようになった。

B1 noun /ˌkrɪstiˈænɪti/

christianity

キリスト教

Meaning

the religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ

Example

Christianity has millions of followers around the world.

キリスト教は世界中に数百万の信者を持っています。

B1 noun /ˈɪnstəns/

instance

例

Meaning

An example or single occurrence of something.

Example

This is just one instance of his generosity.

これは彼の寛大さの一例です。

B1 noun /ˈbraɪd.ɡrʊm/

Bridegroom

新郎

Meaning

a man on his wedding day or just before and after the event

Example

The nervous bridegroom waited at the altar for his bride to arrive.

緊張した新郎は祭壇で花嫁の到着を待っていた。

B1 noun /bʊʃ/

bush

茂み

Meaning

a plant with many small branches growing close to the ground; a shrub

Example

A rabbit was hiding under the bush.

ウサギは茂みの下に隠れていました。

B1 noun /ˈkɒtən/

cotton

幸せ

Meaning

A soft white fibrous substance used to make cloth and thread.

Example

This shirt is made of pure cotton.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠すことができませんでした。

B1 noun /ˈjuːnjən/

Union

連合

Meaning

the action of joining or combining; a political unit formed from separate states

Example

The union of the two companies created a powerful corporation.

二つの企業の連携が強力な企業を作り出しました。

B1 noun /ɡuːs/

Goose

ガン

Meaning

large waterbird with a long neck and webbed feet

Example

The goose swam gracefully across the pond.

そのガンは池を優雅に泳いでいた。

B1 adjective /ˈbrɪliənt/

brilliant

素晴らしい

Meaning

Exceptionally clever, talented, or impressive; very bright or radiant.

Example

She gave a brilliant performance on stage.

彼女はステージで素晴らしいパフォーマンスをしました。

B1 noun /ˌdɛfɪˈnɪʃən/

definition

定義

Meaning

a statement that explains the meaning of a word or concept

Example

The dictionary gives a clear definition of the word.

辞書はその言葉の明確な定義を示します。

B1 noun rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪlɪti

responsibility

責任

Meaning

The state or fact of having a duty to deal with something or of having control over someone.

Example

Taking responsibility for one's actions is a sign of maturity.

自分の行動に責任を持つことは、成熟の証です。

B1 adjective /ˌʌnbɪˈliːvəbəl/

Unbelievable

信じられない

Meaning

impossible to believe; extremely surprising or remarkable

Example

The magician's performance was absolutely unbelievable.

魔法使いのパフォーマンスは絶対に信じられなかった。

B1 adjective /fɪkst/

fixed

固定された, 安定した

Meaning

firmly in place; not changing or movable

Example

The schedule for the meeting is fixed for Monday morning.

会議のスケジュールは月曜日の朝に固定されています。

B1 adverb /ˌɔːl.təˈɡeð.ər/

Altogether

合計; 完全に; 全て

Meaning

completely; in total; considering everything

Example

The project cost altogether five thousand dollars.

そのプロジェクトの費用は合計五千ドルでした。

B1 noun fəˈsɪl.ɪ.tiz

facilities

施設

Meaning

A place, amenity, or piece of equipment provided for a particular purpose.

Example

Facilities improve industrial productivity.

施設は産業の生産性を向上させます。

B1 adverb /ʌnˈjuːʒuəli/

unusually

異常に

Meaning

in a way that is not typical or expected; to an uncommon degree

Example

It was unusually cold for this time of year.

この時期にしては異常に寒かった。

B1 noun /ˈtaɪpoʊ/

typo

タイプミス

Meaning

a mistake made in typing

Example

The report was full of typos.

レポートはタイプミスだらけだった。

B1 noun /ˌpɒp.jəˈlær.ə.ti/

Popularity

sessions

セッション, 会議, 時間帯

Meaning

A meeting of an official body, especially a court of law, to conduct its business; a period devoted to a particular activity.

Example

The sessions lasted for three hours.

セッションは3時間続きました。

B1 verb /ˈɒnər/

honour

敬う

Meaning

to show respect; to keep a promise

Example

We honour our veterans for their service.

私たちは退役軍人をその奉仕のために敬意を表します。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈpɒpjʊlə/

unpopular

不人気な

Meaning

not liked or supported by many people

Example

The decision was unpopular with the public.

その決定は世間で不人気だった。

B1 noun /pəˈsɪf.ɪk ˈoʊ.ʃən/

Pacific Ocean

太平洋

Meaning

The largest and deepest ocean on Earth, stretching from Asia to the Americas.

Example

The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean on Earth.

太平洋は地球上で最大の海洋です。

B1 noun /kənˈviː.ni.əns/

Convenience

便利

Meaning

the state of being able to proceed with something without difficulty; a thing that contributes to an easy way of life

Example

The convenience of online shopping has changed how people buy products.

オンラインショッピングの便利さは、製品を購入する方法を変えました。

B1 adjective /drəˈmæt.ɪk/

Dramatic

ドラマチック; 突然で驚くべき; 興奮させると印象的

Meaning

relating to drama; sudden and striking; exciting and impressive

Example

The dramatic sunset painted the sky in brilliant colors.

ドラマティックな夕焼けが空を明るい色で染めた。

B1 noun /ˈfɪnɪʃ laɪn/

finish line

ゴールライン

Meaning

The line or point at the end of a race or competition where participants complete it.

Example

She sprinted towards the finish line and won the race.

彼女はフィニッシュラインに向かって全力で走り、レースに勝った。

B1 noun /leɪn/

lane

小道

Meaning

a narrow road or path, often in the countryside or for specific traffic

Example

They walked down a quiet country lane.

彼らは静かな田舎道を歩いていました。

B1 adjective /ˈɜːrbən/

urban

都市的な

Meaning

related to, characteristic of, or situated in a city or town

Example

Urban areas often have higher population density than rural areas.

都市部は、農村部よりも人口密度が高いことがよくあります。

B1 noun /rɪˈleɪ.ʃən/

Relation

関係; 親戚

Meaning

the way in which two or more people or things are connected; a family member

Example

They have a strong business relation that has lasted for years.

彼らは長年続く強力なビジネス関係を持っています。

B1 adjective /ˈkʌtɪŋ/

cutting

鋭い

Meaning

sharp or severe, often used to describe remarks or actions

Example

Her cutting remarks made everyone feel uncomfortable.

彼女の鋭いコメントはみんなを不快にさせた。

B1 noun/verb /ˈmætərz/

matters

問題 / 重要である

Meaning

important topics, concerns, or issues; as a verb, to be of importance or significance

Example

What she thinks really matters to me.

彼女が思うことは私にとって本当に重要です。

B1 noun /piːtʃ/

Peach

ピーチ

Meaning

a soft round fruit with fuzzy skin, sweet flesh, and a large pit in the center

Example

The peach was perfectly ripe and juicy when I bit into it.

そのピーチは完璧に熟し、ジューシーで、かじるととても美味しかった。

B1 adjective /æθˈlɛtɪk/

athletic

アスレチックな、力強い

Meaning

physically strong, fit, and active; related to athletes or sports

Example

She has an athletic body because she exercises regularly.

彼女は定期的に運動しているので、アスレチックな体を持っています。

B1 noun /ˈen.trəns/

Entrance

入口

Meaning

an opening that allows access to a place; the action of entering

Example

The main entrance to the building was decorated with beautiful flowers.

ビルのメインエントランスは美しい花で飾られていました。