B2 verb /dɪˈprɛs/

depress

落ち込ませる

Meaning

To make someone feel sad or without hope; to reduce the level or strength of something.

Example

The gloomy weather tends to depress people.

陰鬱な天気は人々を落ち込ませる傾向がある。

B2 adjective /ɪˈlɪt.ər.ət/

Illiterate

識字障害者; 読み書きができない; 無知

Meaning

unable to read or write; lacking education

Example

The program aims to help illiterate adults learn to read and write.

このプログラムは、識字率の低い成人が読み書きを学ぶ手助けをすることを目的としています。

B2 noun /ˈbækdrɒp/

backdrop

背景

Meaning

a painted cloth or other structure used behind a stage

Example

The backdrop for the play was a beautiful mountain scene.

その舞台の背景は美しい山の景色でした。

B2 adjective; past participle /ˈɒnəd/

honoured

光栄に思う

Meaning

treated with respect or distinction; feeling proud and privileged

Example

She felt deeply honoured to receive the award.

彼女は賞を受け取って光栄に思った。

B2 noun /ˈpɒlən/

pollen

花粉

Meaning

fine powder produced by flowers, used in fertilization

Example

Bees collect pollen from flowers to make honey.

ミツバチは花から花粉を集めて蜂蜜を作ります。

B2 noun /ˈdɪɡ.nə.ti/

Dignity

尊厳, 名誉, 自尊

Meaning

the state of being worthy of honor or respect; composure and self-respect

Example

Despite facing hardships, she maintained her dignity throughout the ordeal.

困難に直面しても、彼女は試練を通して尊厳を保ち続けました。

B2 noun /ˈdʒʊəri/

jury

陪審団

Meaning

a group of people sworn to give a verdict in a legal case based on the evidence

Example

The jury found him guilty of the crime.

陪審団は彼を犯罪者として有罪と認定しました。

B2 noun /kənˈspɪrəsi/

conspiracy

陰謀

Meaning

A secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful.

Example

The police uncovered a conspiracy to overthrow the government.

警察は政府を転覆させる陰謀を暴露した。

B2 noun /bɪzˈnɛs sʌˈsɛs/

business success

ビジネスの成功

Meaning

The achievement of desired outcomes in business operations, typically measured by profitability, growth, and sustainability.

Example

Innovation drives business success.

革新はビジネスの成功を促進します。

B2 noun /ˈnuː.kʌm.ər/

New-comer

新参者

Meaning

a person who has recently arrived in a place or joined a group

Example

The newcomer was warmly welcomed by the team.

その新参者はチームによって温かく迎えられました。

B2 noun ˈflæʃkɑːrdz

flashcards

フラッシュカード

Meaning

Cards containing small amounts of information, held up for students to see, as an aid to learning.

Example

Flashcards help in quick memorization.

フラッシュカードは迅速な記憶に役立ちます。

B2 noun /ˈɪnˌsaɪt/

insight

洞察力

Meaning

The ability to understand the true nature of something; deep understanding.

Example

Her insight into human behavior made her a successful psychologist.

彼女の人間行動に対する洞察力は、彼女を成功した心理学者にした。

B2 noun /əˈɡrɛʃən/

aggression

攻撃性

Meaning

hostile or violent behavior towards others

Example

His sudden aggression surprised everyone in the meeting.

彼の突然の攻撃性は会議で誰もが驚いた。

B2 adjective /kɔːrs/

coarse

粗い, ざらざら

Meaning

Rough in texture or manner; not smooth or refined.

Example

The fabric felt coarse to the touch.

その布は触るとざらざらしていた。

B2 verb /ɪnˈsɜːrt/

insert

挿入する

Meaning

to put or place something into something else

Example

Please insert the key into the lock.

鍵をロックに挿入してください。

B2 verb, noun, adjective /ˈɔːltərnət/ (adj, noun), /ˈɔːltərˌneɪt/ (verb)

alternate

交代、代替

Meaning

to occur in turn repeatedly; to take turns; also, a substitute or replacement

Example

The students alternate between online and offline classes.

学生たちはオンラインとオフラインのクラスを交互に受講します。

B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈteɪk/

undertake

引き受ける

Meaning

to commit to and begin a task or project; to take on responsibility

Example

She decided to undertake a challenging project.

彼女は挑戦的なプロジェクトを始めることに決めました。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈplɪsɪt/

implicit

暗黙の

Meaning

Suggested or understood without being directly stated.

Example

Her trust in him was implicit.

彼女の彼に対する信頼は暗黙のものでした。

B2 noun /braʊ/

brow

額

Meaning

the part of the face above the eyes; forehead

Example

She wiped the sweat from her brow.

彼女は額の汗を拭った。

B2 noun /ˈprɪv.ə.lɪdʒ/

Privilege

特権

Meaning

a special right or advantage that only one person or group has

Example

It's a privilege to work with such talented people.

才能ある人々と一緒に働けることは特権です。

B2 noun /ˈɛseɪ/

essay

エッセイ

Meaning

A short piece of writing on a particular subject.

Example

She wrote an essay about climate change.

彼女は気候変動についてのエッセイを書きました。

B2 noun /ˈfaɪ.bər/

fibre

繊維

Meaning

A thread or filament from which a vegetable tissue, mineral substance, or textile is formed; dietary material that aids digestion.

Example

Eating foods rich in fibre can improve your digestion.

食物繊維が豊富な食べ物を食べると消化が良くなります。

B2 noun /ˈeɪkər/

acre

Meaning

a unit of land area equal to 4,840 square yards (about 4,047 square meters)

Example

The farmer owns five acres of fertile land.

B2 noun ˈsɛv.ən ˈwʌn.dərz

Seven Wonders

七不思議

Meaning

The seven most remarkable and famous structures in the world, representing architectural feats and cultural significance.

Example

The Seven Wonders of the world reflect human brilliance.

世界の七不思議は人類の素晴らしさを反映しています。

B2 noun ˈruθləs ˌkɑmpəˈtɪʃən

ruthless competition

容赦ない競争

Meaning

Fierce and merciless rivalry or contest, without pity or compassion.

Example

Ruthless competition for power leads to societal issues.

権力のための容赦ない競争は社会問題を引き起こします。

B2 adjective + noun aɪˈdiːəl ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt

ideal environment

理想的な環境

Meaning

Perfect or most suitable conditions for growth or development

Example

Winter creates an ideal environment for vegetable growth.

冬は野菜の成長に理想的な環境を作り出します。

B2 noun /ˌkɔr.əˈspɑn.dəns/

Correspondence

通信; 類似または同等; 手紙の交換によるコミュニケーション

Meaning

letters sent or received; similarity or equivalence; communication by exchange of letters

Example

The historical correspondence between the two famous writers was recently published.

二人の有名な作家の間の歴史的な通信は最近発表されました。

B2 noun ˌriːfɔːˈreɪʃən

reforestation

再植林

Meaning

The natural or intentional restocking of existing forests and woodlands that have been depleted.

Example

Reforestation efforts are crucial to restoring ecosystems.

再植林の努力は、生態系の回復に重要です。

B2 verb /rɪˈkɔːl/

recall

思い出す

Meaning

to bring (a memory, fact, or situation) back into one's mind

Example

I can't recall the last time we met.

最後に会った時のことを思い出せません。

B2 adjective /ˈsɪk.li/

Sickly

弱い; 病気; 青白い

Meaning

weak and unhealthy; prone to illness; appearing weak or pale

Example

The sickly child needed extra care and attention.

その弱い子供は、特別なケアと注意が必要だった。

B2 verb /tæn/

tan

Meaning

to make skin or a hide brown by exposure to the sun or by using chemicals

Example

She tanned her skin after spending the summer at the beach.

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 /ˈθiːərɪst/

theorist

理論家

Meaning

A person who develops, studies, or explains theories in a particular field.

Example

The political theorist explained the impact of democracy on social structures.

政治的な理論家は、民主主義が社会構造に与える影響について説明しました。

B2 adjective /ˈrɑː.ki/

Rocky

岩だらけの; 不安定な; 難しい

Meaning

full of rocks; unsteady; difficult

Example

The rocky path made hiking difficult for the tourists.

岩だらけの道は観光客のハイキングを難しくしました。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈseɪn/

insane

狂気

Meaning

mentally ill; extremely foolish or unreasonable

Example

The idea of jumping off the cliff seemed insane.

崖から飛び降りる考えは狂気のように思えた。

B2 noun /ˈhedʒhɒɡ/

Hedge-hog

ハリネズミ

Meaning

a small mammal with a spiny coat that can roll into a ball for defense

Example

The hedgehog rolled into a ball when it felt threatened.

ハリネズミは脅威を感じるとボールのように丸くなります。

B2 verb, noun, adjective /flʌʃ/

flush

顔を赤くする / 水で洗浄する

Meaning

to become red in the face, usually from embarrassment, heat, or excitement; to clean something with a flow of water

Example

She flushed with embarrassment when she realized her mistake.

彼女は自分のミスに気づいたとき、恥ずかしさで顔が赤くなった。

B2 verb əbˈzɜːrvd

observed

祝う

Meaning

To celebrate or keep a religious or other festival.

Example

The day is observed annually to raise awareness.

その日は毎年意識を高めるために祝われます。

B2 adjective /dʌm/

Dumb

馬鹿; 無口; 愚か

Meaning

unable to speak; silent; lacking intelligence; stupid

Example

She remained dumb during the entire meeting.

彼女は会議の間ずっと黙っていた。

B2 noun /prɒkˈsɪmɪti/

proximity

接近

Meaning

Nearness in space, time, or relationship.

Example

The proximity of the school to her house made it convenient.

学校が彼女の家の近くにあるため、それは便利でした。

B2 verb ɪmˈpaʊərɪŋ

empowering

権限を与える

Meaning

Giving someone the authority or power to do something; making someone stronger and more confident.

Example

Empowering children can lead to societal progress.

子供たちに権限を与えることは、社会的進歩につながる可能性があります。

B2 noun /ˌriːprəˈdʌkʃən/

reproduction

再生, 繁殖

Meaning

The process of producing offspring; the act of copying or duplicating.

Example

The textbook included a detailed diagram of human reproduction.

教科書には人間のリプロダクションの詳細な図が含まれていました。

B2 noun /frɒk/

Frock

ワンピース

Meaning

a dress, especially a simple or casual one for women or children

Example

The little girl wore a pink frock to her birthday party.

小さな女の子は誕生日パーティーにピンクのワンピースを着て行きました。

B2 verb /maʊnt/

mount

取り付ける

Meaning

to climb up, rise, or fix something in place

Example

They plan to mount a camera on the wall.

彼らは壁にカメラを取り付ける予定です。

B2 adjective /ˌmiː.diˈiː.vəl/

medieval

中世の

Meaning

Relating to the Middle Ages, the period in European history from about the 5th to the 15th century.

Example

The castle is a famous medieval monument.

その城は有名な中世の記念碑です。

B2 noun /dɪˌtɜː.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

determination

決意

Meaning

Firmness of purpose; the quality of being determined; resolve.

Example

His determination to succeed was unwavering.

成功するための彼の決意は揺るぎなかった。

B2 noun /ˈæplɪkənt/

applicant

応募者

Meaning

a person who applies for something, such as a job or a position

Example

The applicant was interviewed for the position.

応募者はそのポジションのために面接されました。

B2 noun /ˈpɑː.tɪ.klz/

particles

粒子

Meaning

Minute portions of matter.

Example

PM2.5 particles harm respiratory health.

PM2.5粒子は呼吸器系の健康に害を与えます。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈiːvən/

Uneven

不均一; 凹凸のある

Meaning

not level or smooth; not regular or consistent

Example

The road was uneven and full of potholes.

その道は不均一で、穴だらけだった。

B2 noun /truːp/

Troop

部隊

Meaning

a group of soldiers; military personnel organized as a unit

Example

The troop marched in formation across the parade ground.

その部隊は行進しながら行進場を進んだ。

B2 adjective /ˌʌnɪnˈtenʃənəl/

Unintentional

意図しない; 偶発的

Meaning

not done on purpose; accidental

Example

The damage to the car was unintentional.

車の損傷は意図しないものでした。

B2 noun /ˌɪnstəˈbɪləti/

instability

不安定

Meaning

lack of stability or balance; tendency to change, fail, or collapse easily

Example

Political instability has slowed economic growth in the region.

政治的な不安定さが地域の経済成長を遅らせた。

B2 verb /ˈmæk.sɪ.maɪz/

maximize

最大化する

Meaning

to increase something as much as possible

Example

The company aims to maximize its profits this year.

会社は今年、利益を最大化することを目指しています。

B2 noun /ˈwɒtʃ.mən/

Watchman

守衛

Meaning

a person employed to guard or watch over a building or area, especially at night

Example

The watchman patrols the factory every hour to ensure security.

守衛は毎時間工場を巡回して、セキュリティを確保します。

B2 noun ˌpʌŋkˈtʃʊəlɪti

punctuality

時間厳守

Meaning

The quality of being on time; the habit of arriving or doing things at the agreed or proper time.

Example

Punctuality is a valued trait in professional settings.

時間厳守はプロフェッショナルな環境で重要な特性です。

B2 adjective /ænˈdʒelɪk/

angelic

天使のような

Meaning

Like or characteristic of an angel; pure, kind, or innocent.

Example

The child had an angelic smile.

その子供は天使のような笑顔をしていました。

B2 noun /ˈɡaɪd.laɪn/

guideline

ガイドライン

Meaning

a rule, instruction, or principle that provides direction

Example

The company issued new guidelines for employee safety.

会社は従業員の安全のために新しいガイドラインを発表しました。

B2 adjective /ˈjuː.nɪ.faɪd/

unified

統一された

Meaning

Made into a whole or joined together.

Example

A unified approach fosters better outcomes.

統一されたアプローチはより良い結果を促進します。

B2 adjective /ˈsɪr.i.əl/

Serial

連続した; シリアル

Meaning

happening in a series; consecutive; arranged in order

Example

The serial killer was finally caught after years of investigation.

連続した殺人者は、長年の調査の後、ついに捕まった。

B2 adjective /ˈsɜːrkjələr/

circular

円形の

Meaning

shaped like a circle; round in form

Example

The kids sat in a circular arrangement around the campfire.

子供たちはキャンプファイヤーの周りに円形の配置で座っていました。

B2 verb /klæʃ/

clash

衝突

Meaning

to come into conflict or collision with something or someone.

Example

The two cars clashed in the intersection.

2台の車が交差点で衝突しました。

B2 adjective /ˈfes.tɪv/

Festive

お祭りのような; 楽しい; セレブレーション

Meaning

joyful; celebratory; having the characteristics of a festival

Example

The house looked festive with colorful decorations.

家はカラフルな飾り付けでお祭り気分だった。

B2 verb /dɪˈpraɪv/

deprive

Meaning

to take something away from someone, or prevent them from having it

Example

The new law may deprive people of their rights.

B2 adjective /ˈrʌn daʊn/

run-down

荒れ果てた

Meaning

in a poor condition; worn out or neglected

Example

They live in a run-down house at the edge of town.

彼らは町の端にある荒れ果てた家に住んでいます。

B2 noun /oʊk/

oak

オークの木

Meaning

a large tree that produces acorns and has strong, hard wood

Example

The old oak tree provided shade for the entire yard.

古いオークの木は庭全体に日陰を提供しました。

B2 noun /ˌɛkspɜːˈtiːz/

expertise

専門知識

Meaning

Expert knowledge or skill in a particular area.

Example

His expertise in graphic design is widely recognized.

彼のグラフィックデザインの専門知識は広く認められています。

B2 noun /spaʊs/

spouse

配偶者

Meaning

a person's husband or wife

Example

Each employee may include their spouse in the health insurance plan.

各従業員は配偶者を健康保険プランに含めることができます。

B2 verb /ˈstrɛŋkθən/

strengthen

強化する

Meaning

To make or become stronger.

Example

Communication can strengthen bonds between people.

コミュニケーションは人々の間の絆を強化することができます。

B2 verb /feɪnt/

faint

気絶する

Meaning

to lose consciousness for a short time because of a temporary lack of oxygen to the brain

Example

He felt dizzy and fainted in the heat.

彼はめまいを感じ、暑さで気を失った。

B2 verb /ɪnˈʃʊər/

insure

保険をかける

Meaning

to provide insurance; to make certain

Example

I need to insure my new car.

私は新しい車を保険に入れる必要があります。

B2 noun ˈfeɪs tə ˈfeɪs ˈbætl

face-to-face battle

面と面の戦い

Meaning

A direct confrontation or fight between opposing forces.

Example

The warriors fought a face-to-face battle with the enemies.

戦士たちは敵と面と面で戦った。

B2 noun /kɜːrl/

Curl

カール; らせん形

Meaning

a piece of hair that curves or coils; something with a spiral or curved shape

Example

She had beautiful natural curls that framed her face perfectly.

彼女は顔を完璧に縁取る自然なカールをしていた。

B2 noun /kənˈsɛnt/

consent

同意

Meaning

permission for something to happen or agreement to do something

Example

She gave her consent before the operation.

彼女は手術の前に同意を与えました。

B2 verb /klɪŋ/

cling

幸せ

Meaning

to hold on tightly to someone or something

Example

The child clung to his mother in fear.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せなかった。

B2 noun /rɪm/

rim

縁

Meaning

the outer edge or border of a circular object

Example

The coffee cup had a chip on its rim.

コーヒーカップの縁にひびが入っていました。

B2 noun /rɪˈdʒɛkʃən/

rejection

拒絶

Meaning

the action of refusing or dismissing something or someone

Example

Her rejection of the offer surprised everyone.

彼女の提案の拒絶は皆を驚かせた。

B2 adverb /ˈmɔːrəli/

Morally

道徳的に

Meaning

in accordance with principles of right and wrong behavior; ethically

Example

She felt morally obligated to help the refugees.

彼女は難民を助けるために道義的に義務を感じていた。

B2 adverb /ˌælfəˈbɛtɪkli/

alphabetically

アルファベット順に

Meaning

in the order of the letters of the alphabet

Example

The names are listed alphabetically in the register.

名前は登録簿にアルファベット順に並んでいます。

B2 verb /liːp/

leap

跳ぶ

Meaning

to jump high or far; to move quickly with large steps

Example

The cat leaped onto the table.

猫はテーブルに飛び乗りました。

B2 verb /fjuːz/

fuse

融合する

Meaning

To join or blend two or more things together into one.

Example

The two metals fused under high heat.

二つの金属は高温で融合した。

B2 noun /ˌɪn.dɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Indication

指示; 合図

Meaning

a sign or piece of information that indicates something; a suggestion or hint

Example

The dark clouds were a clear indication that a storm was approaching the area.

暗い雲は嵐がその地域に近づいていることを示す明確な指示でした。

B2 adjective /ˈɒnərəbəl/

honourable

名誉ある

Meaning

deserving respect or admiration because of moral integrity; showing honesty and fairness

Example

She is known as an honourable leader who always keeps her promises.

彼女は常に約束を守る名誉ある指導者として知られている。

B2 adjective /rɪˈɡret.ə.bəl/

Regrettable

残念な; 失望させる; 悲しい

Meaning

causing or deserving regret; unfortunate; deplorable

Example

It is regrettable that so many talented people left the company.

こんなに多くの才能ある人々が会社を辞めたのは残念です。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈɪndʒərd/

uninjured

無傷

Meaning

Without injury; not physically harmed.

Example

All the passengers were rescued uninjured.

すべての乗客は無傷で救助されました。

B2 noun /ˈtuː.lɪp/

Tulip

チューリップ

Meaning

a colorful spring flower with cup-shaped petals

Example

The red tulip bloomed beautifully in the garden.

赤いチューリップが庭で美しく咲きました。

B2 noun /ˈsaɪrən/

siren

サイレン

Meaning

A device that makes a loud prolonged sound as a signal or warning; in mythology, a creature that lures sailors with enchanting songs.

Example

The police car passed with its siren blaring.

警察車両はサイレンを鳴らしながら通り過ぎました。

B2 verb, noun /ʃeɪv/

shave

髭を剃る

Meaning

To remove hair from the body, typically using a razor; the act of removing hair

Example

He likes to shave every morning before work.

彼は毎朝仕事の前に髭を剃るのが好きです。

B2 noun ˌiːkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl ˈbæləns

ecological balance

エコロジカルバランス

Meaning

A state of dynamic equilibrium within a community of organisms.

Example

Maintaining ecological balance is essential for a sustainable planet.

エコロジカルバランスを保つことは、持続可能な惑星にとって不可欠です。

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。

B2 adjective /ˈsel.jə.lər/

Cellular

細胞の

Meaning

relating to cells; consisting of cells; relating to mobile phone technology

Example

Cellular technology has revolutionized communication.

セルラー技術は通信を革新しました。

B2 noun /səbˈskraɪbər/

subscriber

サブスクライバー

Meaning

a person who receives or subscribes to a service, magazine, or service

Example

She is a subscriber to the monthly magazine.

彼女は月刊誌のサブスクライバーです。

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。

B2 noun /səkˈsɛʃ.ən/

succession

生態遷移

Meaning

The process of ecological change in which one community of organisms is gradually replaced by another.

Example

Forest succession occurs when old ecosystems are replaced by new ones.

森林の遷移は、古い生態系が新しい生態系に置き換えられるときに発生します。

B2 noun /ˈfɛə(r)nɪs/

fairness

公平

Meaning

the quality of being free from bias, favoritism, or injustice

Example

She always strives for fairness in her decisions.

彼女は常に自分の決定に公平さを求めています。

B2 adjective daɪˈvɜːs

diverse

多様な

Meaning

Showing a great deal of variety; very different.

Example

Diverse industries enhance economic resilience.

多様な産業が経済的な回復力を高める。

B2 verb, noun /stɔːl/

stall

止める, 屋台

Meaning

to stop or cause to stop temporarily; a small shop or stand

Example

The car stalled on the way to the office.

車はオフィスに向かう途中で停まった。

B2 adjective /teɪm/

Tame

飼い慣らされた; おとなしい; 従順な

Meaning

domesticated and not wild; gentle and easy to control

Example

The tame lion performed tricks in the circus.

飼い慣らされたライオンはサーカスで芸をしました。

B2 noun /ˈsliːpər/

sleeper

眠っている人；予想外に成功するもの

Meaning

a person or thing that sleeps; something that unexpectedly succeeds

Example

The movie turned out to be a real sleeper hit.

映画は予想外のヒットになった。

B2 adverb /ˈsiː.krət.li/

secretly

こっそり

Meaning

in a way that is hidden or not known by others

Example

She secretly planned a surprise party for her friend.

彼女は友達のためにこっそりサプライズパーティーを計画した。

B2 noun /ˌreɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃənz/

regulations

規制

Meaning

Rules or directives made and maintained by an authority.

Example

Strict regulations ensure fair practices.

厳格な規制は公正な慣行を確保します。

B2 noun /ˈsɛntəmənt/

Sentiment

感情

Meaning

a feeling or opinion, especially one based on emotion; tender feelings of affection

Example

Public sentiment was strongly against the new policy.

世論は新しい政策に強く反対していた。

B2 verb /səˈrɛndər/

surrender

降伏する

Meaning

to give up or yield to an opponent or authority

Example

The army finally surrendered after weeks of fighting.

数週間の戦闘の後、軍隊は最終的に降伏しました。

B2 noun /ˈɜːnɪŋz/

earnings

収入

Meaning

money obtained in return for labor or services

Example

Her monthly earnings are enough to support her family.

彼女の月収は家族を養うのに十分です。

B2 noun/adjective /ˈmɪnətʃər/ or /ˈmɪniətʃʊr/

miniature

ミニチュア版

Meaning

a very small version of something; small in scale or size

Example

The artist created a miniature model of the castle.

アーティストは城のミニチュアモデルを作りました。

B2 noun /ˈfɪlmˌmeɪkər/

filmmaker

映画製作者

Meaning

a person who makes films, typically as a profession

Example

He is a well-known filmmaker in the industry.

彼は業界で有名なフィルムメーカーです。

B2 adjective /senˈseɪʃənəl/

Sensational

センセーショナル; 印象的; 驚異的

Meaning

causing great excitement or shock; extremely impressive

Example

The sensational performance left the audience speechless.

そのセンセーショナルなパフォーマンスは観客を言葉を失わせました。

B2 noun /stɑːˈveɪ.ʃən/

Starvation

飢餓

Meaning

suffering or death caused by lack of food; extreme hunger

Example

Many people died of starvation during the famine.

多くの人々は飢饉の間に飢え死にしました。

B2 adjective trænsˈfɔːr.mə.tɪv

transformative

変革的

Meaning

Something that has a profound impact and creates something new.

Example

The new education system is highly transformative.

新しい教育システムは非常に変革的です。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpæʃənət/

Compassionate

思いやりのある; 哀れみ深い

Meaning

feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others who are suffering

Example

The compassionate nurse took extra time to comfort the worried patients.

思いやりのある看護師は、心配している患者を慰めるために追加の時間を取った。

B2 noun /ˈkæs.ər.oʊl bɑːks/

Casserole box

キャセロールボックス

Meaning

a covered dish used for cooking and serving food, especially baked dishes

Example

The casserole box kept the food warm during the dinner party.

キャセロールボックスはディナーパーティーの間、食べ物を温かく保ちました。

B2 verb /dɪˈfɜːr/

defer

延期する

Meaning

To postpone or delay; to yield to someone else's judgment or opinion.

Example

The meeting was deferred until next week.

会議は来週まで延期されました。

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。

B2 noun /ɪɡˈzæmɪnər/

examiner

試験官

Meaning

A person who tests or inspects knowledge, skills, or qualifications

Example

The examiner reviewed each student's answer sheet carefully.

試験官は各学生の答案用紙を注意深く確認した。

B2 noun /əˈnælədʒi/

analogy

類推

Meaning

A comparison between two things for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

Example

The teacher used the analogy of a tree to explain the structure of an essay.

先生はエッセイの構造を説明するために木の類推を使いました。

B2 noun /ɪkˈskluːʒən/

exclusion

排除

Meaning

The process or state of being left out or denied access.

Example

The policy led to the exclusion of certain groups.

その政策は特定のグループの排除を招いた。

B2 verb, adjective /ˈfɒstər/

foster

育てる

Meaning

to encourage the development of something; to raise a child that is not one's own

Example

The program aims to foster creativity in young students.

そのプログラムは若い学生たちに創造力を促進することを目的としています。

B2 noun /ˈpɒp.i/

Poppy

ケシの花

Meaning

a bright red flower with black seeds, often used as a symbol of remembrance

Example

The red poppy bloomed beautifully in the garden.

赤いケシの花が庭で美しく咲きました。

B2 noun /ˈkæʃ.uː nʌt/

Cashew Nut

カシューナッツ

Meaning

a kidney-shaped nut with a creamy texture and mild flavor

Example

Cashew nuts are often used in cooking and as a healthy snack.

カシューナッツは、料理や健康的なおやつに使われることがよくあります。

B2 noun/adjective /rɪˈpʌblɪkən/

republican

共和党員

Meaning

a member or supporter of a republican political party or system

Example

The republican candidate won the election.

リパブリカン候補者は選挙に勝利しました。

B2 noun /ˈprɛʃər ˈkʊkər/

Pressure cooker

圧力鍋

Meaning

a sealed cooking pot that uses steam pressure to cook food faster

Example

Using a pressure cooker reduces cooking time by more than half.

圧力鍋を使うと、調理時間が半分以上短縮されます。

B2 noun /ˈdʒɜːr.nəl/

Journal

ジャーナル

Meaning

a newspaper or magazine that deals with a particular subject; a daily record of events

Example

She kept a personal journal to record her thoughts and experiences.

彼女は自分の思考と経験を記録するために個人的なジャーナルを保っていた。