B1 noun /ɪkˈsten.ʃən/

Extension

延長; 拡張

Meaning

the action of extending something; additional time or space

Example

The professor granted an extension for the assignment deadline.

教授は課題の締め切りに対して延長を許可しました。

B1 noun /əˈpɒlədʒi/

apology

Meaning

a statement expressing regret for something wrong or hurtful

Example

He offered an apology for being late to the meeting.

B1 noun raɪts

rights

権利

Meaning

A moral or legal entitlement to have or obtain something or to act in a certain way.

Example

The rights of people were prioritized.

人々の権利は優先されました。

B1 noun /ˈspæroʊ/

Sparrow

スズメ

Meaning

small brown and grey bird commonly found in cities and towns

Example

The sparrow chirped cheerfully from the tree branch.

スズメは木の枝から楽しそうにさえずっていました。

B1 noun ˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃənz

Generations

世代

Meaning

All of the people born and living at about the same time, regarded collectively.

Example

The family tree spans several generations.

家族の木は何世代にもわたる。

B1 noun əˈdɒp.ʃən

adoption

採用

Meaning

The process of accepting, embracing, or taking up something new, such as a practice, technology, or idea.

Example

The adoption of electric vehicles is increasing worldwide.

世界中で電気自動車の採用が増えています。

B1 noun /lɔːn/

Lawn

芝生

Meaning

an area of short, regularly mown grass in the grounds of a house or in a park

Example

She waters the lawn every morning.

彼女は毎朝芝生に水をやります。

B1 adjective /roʊˈmæn.tɪk/

Romantic

ロマンチック

Meaning

relating to love; idealistic; dreamy

Example

They enjoyed a romantic dinner by candlelight.

彼らはろうそくの光でロマンチックなディナーを楽しんでいました。

B1 noun, verb /ɡreɪd/

grade

成績

Meaning

A level of quality, rank, or performance; to assign a score or mark to work or performance.

Example

The teacher graded all the papers by the weekend.

教師は週末までにすべての課題を採点しました。

B1 verb /ɡræb/

grab

掴む

Meaning

To seize something quickly and firmly.

Example

He tried to grab the ball before it rolled away.

彼はボールが転がる前にそれを掴もうとしました。

B1 noun /ˈtaʊər/

tower

塔

Meaning

a tall, narrow structure, often a part of a building

Example

The tower stood tall above the city.

塔は街の上に高くそびえていた。

B1 adjective /ˈɡreɪt.fəl/

Grateful

感謝している

Meaning

thankful; appreciative;

Example

I am grateful for your kindness and support.

あなたの親切とサポートに感謝しています。

B1 noun /ˈkɑn.fɪ.dəns/

Confidence

自信

Meaning

the feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; firm trust; self-assurance

Example

She spoke with great confidence during the job interview.

彼女は面接で大きな自信を持って話しました。

B1 noun /kəˌmjunɪˈkeɪʃən/

communication

コミュニケーション

Meaning

The act or process of using words, sounds, signs, or behaviors to express or exchange information or to express your ideas, thoughts, feelings, etc.

Example

Effective communication is crucial for any successful project.

効果的なコミュニケーションは、どんな成功したプロジェクトにも不可欠です。

B1 noun /ˈbæŋkər/

banker

銀行家

Meaning

a person who works in or manages a bank

Example

The banker approved the loan after reviewing the documents.

銀行家は書類を確認した後、ローンを承認しました。

B1 noun /ˈɡræn(d)ˌdɔːtər/

granddaughter

孫娘

Meaning

the daughter of one’s son or daughter

Example

Her granddaughter visits her every weekend.

彼女の孫娘は毎週末彼女を訪ねます。

B1 noun /ˈsiː.hɔːrs/

Sea-horse

タツノオトシゴ

Meaning

a small marine fish with segmented bony armor, an upright posture, and a curled prehensile tail

Example

The seahorse gracefully floated among the coral reefs.

タツノオトシゴはサンゴ礁の中を優雅に浮かんでいました。

B1 noun kəˈmɪt.mənt

commitment

コミットメント

Meaning

A promise or firm decision to do something; the state or quality of being dedicated to a cause or activity.

Example

The president reaffirmed his commitment to environmental protection.

大統領は環境保護へのコミットメントを再確認した。

B1 adjective /rɔː/

Raw

生の; 処理されていない; 自然な状態で; 未熟な

Meaning

uncooked; not processed; in natural state; inexperienced

Example

The chef prefers to use raw vegetables in his salads.

シェフはサラダに生野菜を使うのが好きです。

B1 verb /ˈθretən/

threaten

脅す

Meaning

to express an intention to harm or punish someone; to be likely to cause harm

Example

The storm clouds threaten to bring heavy rain tonight.

嵐の雲は今夜激しい雨をもたらすと脅かしています。

B1 adjective /ˈɛd.jʊ.keɪ.tɪd/

educated

教育を受けた

Meaning

Having received a good level of formal schooling or training; knowledgeable

Example

She is an educated woman who values lifelong learning.

彼女は教育を受けた女性で、生涯学習を重視しています。

B1 adjective /ˈsplendɪd/

Splendid

素晴らしい; 壮大な; 印象的な

Meaning

magnificent; excellent; very impressive

Example

The castle looked splendid in the sunset.

お城は夕日で素晴らしく見えました。

B1 adjective /ˈʌpˌkʌmɪŋ/

upcoming

今後の

Meaning

about to happen or appear

Example

The upcoming event will be held next week.

今後のイベントは来週行われます。

B1 noun /ˈʃæd.oʊ/

Shadow

影

Meaning

a dark area where light is blocked by something; a person's silhouette

Example

The tree cast a long shadow across the garden in the evening.

木は夕方に庭に長い影を投げかけた。

B1 preposition/adverb /əˈkɔːrdɪŋ/

according

によると

Meaning

As stated by or in agreement with.

Example

According to the report, sales increased last quarter.

報告書によると、売上は前四半期に増加しました。

B1 adverb /ˈɡrædʒ.u.ə.li/

Gradually

徐々に; だんだん

Meaning

slowly and steadily over a period of time

Example

The weather gradually became warmer in spring.

春になると、天気は徐々に暖かくなった。

B1 noun /ˈθɛrəpɪst/

therapist

セラピスト

Meaning

a person trained to provide treatment or counseling for physical or mental health

Example

The therapist helped him overcome his anxiety.

セラピストは彼の不安を克服する手助けをしました。

B1 noun /ˌdɛmənˈstreɪʃən/

demonstration

デモ, 示威

Meaning

the act of showing something clearly, or a public protest

Example

The workers organized a demonstration for better wages.

労働者たちはより良い賃金のためにデモを組織した。

B1 noun /ˈæl.ɪ.ɡeɪ.tər/

Alligator

ワニ

Meaning

a large reptile similar to a crocodile but with a shorter, wider head

Example

The alligator basked in the sun on the riverbank.

ワニは川辺で日光浴をしていました。

B1 adverb /ɪnˈtaɪərli/

Entirely

完全に; すべて

Meaning

completely; wholly; fully

Example

The building was entirely destroyed in the fire.

その建物は火事で完全に壊れました。

B1 adverb /ˈɡlæd.li/

Gladly

喜んで、楽しんで

Meaning

willingly and with pleasure

Example

I would gladly help you with your homework.

私は喜んで宿題を手伝います。

B1 verb /ˈɔːrɡənaɪz/

organize

整理する

Meaning

to arrange systematically; to plan and coordinate

Example

She organized a surprise party for her friend.

彼女は友達のためにサプライズパーティーを企画した。

B1 verb /koʊˈɑːpəreɪt/

cooperate

協力する

Meaning

to work together; to collaborate

Example

The teams cooperate to achieve their common goals.

チームは共通の目標を達成するために協力しています。

B1 noun /frʌˈstreɪʃən/

frustration

フラストレーション

Meaning

The feeling of being upset or annoyed due to inability to achieve something.

Example

He felt deep frustration when his plans failed.

彼は自分の計画が失敗したとき、深いフラストレーションを感じました。

B1 adjective /ænˈtiːk/

Antique

アンティーク; 古い;

Meaning

old and valuable; belonging to ancient times

Example

She collected antique furniture from the Victorian era.

彼女はヴィクトリア時代のアンティーク家具を集めました。

B1 verb /ɪmˈprɛs/

impress

感動させる

Meaning

to cause someone to feel admiration or respect

Example

Her speech managed to impress the audience.

彼女のスピーチは聴衆を感動させました。

B1 noun /peɪs/

pace

ペース

Meaning

the speed at which something happens or is done

Example

She walked at a slow pace.

彼女はゆっくりとペースで歩いていました。

B1 noun /ˈvaɪ.ə.ləns/

Violence

暴力; 残忍さ; 極端な強度

Meaning

behavior involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill; extreme force or intensity

Example

The government condemned all forms of violence against civilians.

政府は市民に対するあらゆる暴力の形態を非難しました。

B1 noun ˈstrætədʒi

strategy

戦略

Meaning

A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim.

Example

The strategy ensured success.

その戦略は成功を保証しました。

B1 adverb /ˈnætʃərəli/

Naturally

自然に

Meaning

in a natural manner; as expected; of course

Example

She naturally excels in mathematics.

彼女は数学で自然に優れている。

B1 noun, adjective, gerund /ˈæk.tɪŋ/

acting

演技

Meaning

the art or profession of performing in plays, films, or television; temporary performance of duties; the process of performing an action

Example

She is studying acting to become a professional actress.

彼女はプロの女優になるために演技を勉強しています。

B1 adjective /ˈsensəbəl/

Sensible

賢明な; 実用的な; 理にかなった

Meaning

having or showing good sense; practical and reasonable

Example

It would be sensible to take an umbrella because it might rain.

雨が降るかもしれないので、傘を持っていくのは賢明です。

B1 adverb /ˈkʌmftəbli/

Comfortably

快適に

Meaning

in a comfortable manner; without difficulty or effort; with ease

Example

She was sitting comfortably in her favorite chair.

彼女はお気に入りの椅子に快適に座っていました。

B1 noun /'pʌmp.kɪn/

Pumpkin

カボチャ

Meaning

a large round orange fruit with thick skin and edible flesh

Example

We carved a jack-o'-lantern from a big pumpkin.

私たちは大きなカボチャからジャック・オー・ランタンを彫りました。

B1 adjective /ɡrænd/

Grand

壮大; 素晴らしい; 優れた;

Meaning

impressive; magnificent; excellent;

Example

The grand palace impressed all the visitors.

その壮大な宮殿は全ての訪問者を感動させました。

B1 noun /rɪˈfjuːz/

Refuse

ゴミ; 拒否

Meaning

waste material; garbage; to decline or reject something

Example

Please put the refuse in the designated bins.

指定されたゴミ箱にゴミを入れてください。

B1 noun /fiː/

fee

料金

Meaning

A payment made for a service or privilege.

Example

The lawyer charged a high fee for his services.

弁護士は彼のサービスに高い料金を請求した。

B1 noun /rɪˈvɪʒ.ən/

Revision

リビジョン; 修正版

Meaning

the action of revising; a revised edition or form of something; review of subject matter

Example

The students spent hours doing revision for their final exams.

学生たちは最終試験のために数時間リビジョンを行った。

B1 verb /rɑːb/

rob

強盗する

Meaning

to steal money or property from a person or place; to commit robbery

Example

The thief tried to rob the bank last night.

泥棒は昨晩銀行を強盗しようとしました。

B1 adjective /ˈæk.jə.rət/

Accurate

正確; 正しい;

Meaning

correct, exact, and without any mistakes

Example

The weather forecast was completely accurate.

天気予報は完全に正確でした。

B1 noun /ˈbækʌp/

backup

バックアップ

Meaning

a copy of data stored separately to protect against loss

Example

Make sure to have a backup of your important files.

重要なファイルのバックアップを取ることを確認してください。

B1 noun /ˈspɪn.ɪtʃ/

Spinach

ほうれん草

Meaning

a vegetable with large dark green leaves that are eaten cooked or uncooked

Example

Fresh spinach is very nutritious.

新鮮なほうれん草はとても栄養価が高いです。

B1 noun /ˈblen.dər/

Blender

ブレンダー

Meaning

an electric kitchen appliance used to mix, purée, or emulsify food and liquids

Example

She used the blender to make a delicious smoothie.

彼女は美味しいスムージーを作るためにブレンダーを使いました。

B1 noun /fɔːlt/

Fault

過失; 欠陥; 失敗

Meaning

an unattractive or unsatisfactory feature; responsibility for an accident or misfortune

Example

The accident was caused by a fault in the car's braking system.

その事故は車のブレーキシステムの故障が原因で発生しました。

B1 noun /ˈtreɪdɪŋ/

trading

取引

Meaning

the act or business of buying and selling goods or services

Example

She made a fortune through online trading.

彼女はオンライン取引で大金を稼ぎました。

B1 verb /juˈnaɪt/

unite

団結する

Meaning

to join together or combine; to bring people or things together

Example

The crisis helped unite the community.

危機はコミュニティを団結させる手助けをした。

B1 noun /dɪˈskʌvəri/

discovery

発見

Meaning

The act of finding or learning something for the first time.

Example

The discovery of penicillin changed medical history.

ペニシリンの発見は医学の歴史を変えた。

B1 noun ˈstrʌɡ.əl

struggle

闘争

Meaning

A forceful or violent effort to get free of restraint or resist attack; a determined effort under difficult circumstances.

Example

The struggle for independence united the nation.

独立のための闘争が国を団結させた。

B1 noun /sɛks/

sex

性別

Meaning

the biological distinction between male and female; sexual activity

Example

He was asked about his sex at the doctor's office.

彼は医者のオフィスで自分の性別について尋ねられました。

B1 verb /ˈɪndɪkeɪt/

indicate

示す

Meaning

to point out; to show or suggest; to be a sign of

Example

The red light indicates that you should stop.

赤い信号は停止すべきことを示しています。

B1 noun /ˈhændˌraɪ.tɪŋ/

handwriting

手書き

Meaning

the style or manner of writing by hand.

Example

Her handwriting is very neat and easy to read.

彼女の手書きはとてもきれいで読みやすいです。

B1 noun /ˈvɔɪ.ɪdʒ/

Voyage

航海; 海上旅行

Meaning

a long journey involving travel by sea or in space

Example

The ship's voyage across the Atlantic took two weeks.

船の大西洋を越える航海は2週間かかりました。

B1 noun ɪnˈtel.ɪ.dʒəns

intelligence

知能

Meaning

The ability to learn, understand, and think in a logical way about things

Example

Intelligence is key in AI development.

知能はAI開発の鍵です。

B1 noun /ʌnˈhæp.i.nəs/

unhappiness

不幸

Meaning

the state of being unhappy; sadness or dissatisfaction

Example

Her constant unhappiness affected everyone around her.

彼女の絶え間ない不幸は周囲の人々に影響を与えた。

B1 noun ˌɔː.ɡən.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃənz

organizations

組織

Meaning

Organized groups of people with a particular purpose

Example

Organizations play a key role in policymaking.

組織は政策形成において重要な役割を果たします。

B1 noun /ˈvɜːr.ʒən/

Version

バージョン; 形態; 物語

Meaning

a particular form or variation of something; an account of an event

Example

This is the latest version of the software.

これはソフトウェアの最新バージョンです。

B1 phrase bɛst ˈɛf.ərt

best effort

最善の努力

Meaning

The maximum amount of effort or energy that someone can give.

Example

He gave his best effort to complete the task on time.

彼は時間通りに仕事を終えるために最善の努力をした。

B1 noun /ˈwɔːdrəʊb/

wardrobe

クローゼット

Meaning

A large cupboard where clothes are stored; also the collection of clothes someone owns.

Example

Her wardrobe is full of colorful dresses.

彼女のクローゼットはカラフルなドレスでいっぱいです。

B1 noun /ləˈbɔːr.ə.tɔːr.i/

Laboratory (Lab)

実験室

Meaning

a room or building equipped for scientific experiments, research, or teaching

Example

The scientists conducted their experiments in the well-equipped laboratory.

科学者たちは設備の整った実験室で実験を行いました。

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 noun /ˈæksɛnt/

accent

アクセント

Meaning

a distinctive way of pronouncing a language, especially one associated with a particular country or region

Example

She spoke English with a strong French accent.

彼女は強いフランス語のアクセントで英語を話しました。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈkaɪnd/

Unkind

無愛想; 不親切

Meaning

cruel; not nice or caring toward others

Example

It was unkind of him to make fun of her appearance.

彼が彼女の外見をからかうのは不親切だった。

B1 noun /kəˈsiːnoʊ/

casino

カジノ

Meaning

a place where people gamble and play games of chance

Example

They spent the evening playing cards at the casino.

彼らはカジノでカードをして夜を過ごしました。

B1 noun /ˈsteɪt.mənt/

Statement

声明

Meaning

a definite or clear expression of something in speech or writing; an official account of facts

Example

The CEO issued a statement about the company's future plans.

CEOは会社の将来計画についての声明を発表しました。

B1 noun /ˈmɪr.ɪ.kəl/

Miracle

奇跡

Meaning

An extraordinary and welcome event that cannot be explained by natural or scientific laws

Example

The patient's recovery was called a miracle by the doctors.

患者の回復は医師によって奇跡だと呼ばれました。

B1 verb /dɪˈklɛər/

declare

宣言する

Meaning

To announce something formally or officially.

Example

The government declared a state of emergency.

政府は緊急事態を宣言しました。

B1 noun /nest/

Nest

巣

Meaning

a structure built by birds to lay eggs and shelter their young

Example

The bird built a nest in the tree.

鳥は木に巣を作った。

B1 adjective /ˈkɜːrli/

curly

巻き毛の

Meaning

having curls or waves; shaped with bends or coils

Example

She has naturally curly hair.

彼女は自然な巻き毛です。

B1 adjective /ˈfrʌstreɪtɪŋ/

frustrating

苛立たしい

Meaning

causing annoyance or dissatisfaction

Example

The slow internet connection was really frustrating.

遅いインターネット接続は本当に苛立たしかった。

B1 noun pəˈfɔː.məns

performance

パフォーマンス

Meaning

The action or process of carrying out or accomplishing an action, task, or function.

Example

Performance improvements boost confidence.

パフォーマンスの向上は自信を高めます。

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 /dɪˈpɑːrt/

depart

Meaning

to leave, especially to start a journey

Example

The train will depart at 9 a.m.

B1 verb /loʊd/

load

積む

Meaning

to put goods or cargo onto a vehicle; to fill something with a heavy quantity

Example

Workers load the truck with heavy boxes.

作業員は重い箱でトラックを積み込みます。

B1 noun ˈproʊtest

protest

抗議

Meaning

A statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something.

Example

Students organized a protest.

学生たちは抗議活動を組織した。

B1 verb /ˈɒpəreɪtɪŋ/

operating

運営する

Meaning

to control or manage the functioning of something

Example

The company has been operating in this market for five years.

その会社はこの市場で5年間運営されています。

B1 adjective /ˈkɒmplɪˌkeɪtɪd/

complicated

複雑

Meaning

consisting of many interconnected parts; difficult to understand

Example

The instructions for the machine are too complicated to follow.

機械の指示は従うにはあまりにも複雑です。

B1 adjective /dɪˈtɜːrmɪnd/

determined

決心した

Meaning

Having firmly decided to do something and not letting anything stop you.

Example

She was determined to finish her studies despite many obstacles.

多くの障害があったにもかかわらず、彼女は学業を終わらせる決心をしていた。

B1 verb /əˈproʊtʃ/

approach

近づく / 解決する

Meaning

to move closer to someone or something; to deal with a situation or problem

Example

The teacher approached the student to offer help.

教師は学生に近づいて助けを申し出た。

B1 noun /ˈsɜːrkəmstæns/

circumstance

状況

Meaning

a fact or condition connected with an event or action

Example

She handled the difficult circumstances bravely.

彼女は困難な状況に勇敢に対処しました。

B1 noun /pəˈpaɪə/

Papaya

パパイヤ

Meaning

a large orange tropical fruit with sweet orange flesh and black seeds

Example

Papaya is rich in vitamins and very good for health.

パパイヤはビタミンが豊富で、健康に非常に良いです。

B1 noun, verb /ˈɡrædʒuət/ (noun), /ˈɡrædʒueɪt/ (verb)

graduate

卒業生

Meaning

As a noun: a person who has completed a course of study; As a verb: to complete a course of study successfully.

Example

She will graduate from university next year.

彼女は来年大学を卒業する。

B1 adjective /kənˈtɪn.ju.əs/

continuous

連続的

Meaning

forming an unbroken whole; without interruption

Example

The factory operates on a continuous 24-hour schedule.

工場は24時間連続したスケジュールで稼働しています。

B1 noun ˈbæl.ənst daɪ.ət

balanced diet

バランスの取れた食事

Meaning

A diet consisting of the proper quantities and proportions of foods needed to maintain health or growth.

Example

A balanced diet is essential for maintaining good health.

バランスの取れた食事は健康維持に不可欠です。

B1 adverb /ˈpɜːfɪktli/

perfectly

Meaning

in a perfect manner; without flaws

Example

She performed the task perfectly.

B1 noun /ˈreɪn.dɪər/

Reindeer

トナカイ

Meaning

a large deer with branched horns that lives in cold northern areas

Example

Santa's reindeer pulled his sleigh across the sky.

サンタのトナカイは空を越えてソリを引きました。

B1 adjective /ˈrɔɪ.əl/

Royal

ロイヤル

Meaning

belonging to or connected with the monarch or monarchy; magnificent; excellent

Example

The royal family attended the ceremony.

ロイヤルファミリーが式典に出席しました。

B1 noun /bʊl/

bull

雄牛

Meaning

a male animal of the cattle family; sometimes refers to a strong or aggressive man

Example

The bull charged across the field towards the red flag.

雄牛は赤い旗に向かって畑を突進した。

B1 adverb /ˈɡreɪtli/

greatly

非常に

Meaning

to a large extent or degree; very much

Example

She was greatly admired by her students.

彼女は生徒たちから非常に賞賛されました。

B1 noun /ˈhɛdˌlaɪn/

headline

見出し

Meaning

The title of a newspaper article printed in large letters.

Example

The scandal made front-page headlines.

そのスキャンダルはフロントページの見出しになった。

B1 noun /rɪˈsɜːtʃə(r)/

researcher

研究者

Meaning

a person who conducts research

Example

The researcher published her findings in a scientific journal.

研究者は科学的なジャーナルに彼女の研究結果を発表しました。

B1 adverb /ˈlɑːrdʒli/

largely

主に

Meaning

to a great extent; mostly or mainly

Example

The success of the project was largely due to teamwork.

プロジェクトの成功は主にチームワークによるものだった。

B1 noun /ˈdɛv.əl/

devil

悪魔

Meaning

An evil spirit or supernatural being often regarded as the embodiment of wickedness and harm.

Example

The story warned children about making deals with the devil.

その話は子供たちに悪魔と取引をしないように警告した。

B1 adjective /kənˈsɪdərəbl/

considerable

かなりの

Meaning

large in amount, size, or importance

Example

The project required a considerable amount of time and money.

そのプロジェクトはかなりの時間とお金を必要としました。

B1 noun /ˈbeɪ.kɪŋ ˈsoʊ.də/

Baking Soda

ベーキングソーダ

Meaning

sodium bicarbonate used in cooking and baking as a leavening agent

Example

Add a teaspoon of baking soda to make the cake fluffy.

ケーキをふわふわにするためにベーキングソーダを小さじ1杯加えます。

B1 verb /ˈɛdjʊˌkeɪt/

educate

教育する

Meaning

to give knowledge, skills, or training to someone; to teach

Example

Parents should educate their children about healthy habits.

親は子供たちに健康的な習慣について教育するべきです。

B1 noun ɪnˈvestmənt

investment

投資

Meaning

The action or process of investing money for profit or material result.

Example

Investment in waste management infrastructure is essential.

廃棄物管理インフラへの投資は不可欠です。

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 /ˈlaɪtnɪŋ/

lightning

雷光

Meaning

a flash of light in the sky caused by electricity during a storm

Example

The lightning struck a tree near our house.

雷光が私たちの家の近くの木に当たった。

B1 verb /ɪkˈspɪəriənsɪŋ/

experiencing

体験している

Meaning

Encountering or undergoing an event or occurrence.

Example

The travelers are experiencing the thrill of adventure.

旅行者たちは冒険のスリルを体験している。

B1 verb /braʊz/

browse

ブラウズする

Meaning

To look at or skim through casually, especially online or in a store

Example

She likes to browse books in the library.

彼女は図書館で本をブラウズするのが好きです。

B1 noun /tuːn/

Tune

メロディー; 音楽作品; 音程

Meaning

a melody or musical composition; correct musical pitch

Example

She hummed a beautiful tune while working in the garden.

彼女は庭で働きながら、美しいメロディーを口ずさんでいた。

B1 noun /keɪv/

Cave

洞窟; 空間;

Meaning

a large underground chamber in a hill or cliff; a hollow space in rock

Example

The explorers discovered ancient paintings on the cave walls.

探険者は洞窟の壁に古代の絵を発見しました。

B1 noun /dɒt/

dot

点

Meaning

a small round mark or spot

Example

She drew a red dot on the paper.

彼女は紙に赤い点を描きました。

B1 verb /mɛlt/

melt

溶ける

Meaning

to change from solid to liquid due to heat; to disappear gradually

Example

The ice melted in the sun.

氷は太陽の下で溶けました。

B1 noun /əˈfer/

Affair

事柄; 出来事;

Meaning

an event or situation; a matter that someone deals with

Example

The wedding was a grand affair with hundreds of guests.

結婚式は何百人ものゲストを招待した壮大な出来事でした。

B1 noun /ɪkˈspres treɪn/

Express Train

エクスプレス列車

Meaning

a fast train that travels between major stations with few or no intermediate stops

Example

The express train reached the destination in half the usual time.

エクスプレス・トレインは通常の半分の時間で目的地に到着しました。

B1 noun /muːd/

Mood

気分; ムード;

Meaning

a temporary state of mind or feeling; atmosphere

Example

She was in a good mood after receiving the news.

彼女はニュースを受け取った後、良いムードだった。

B1 adjective /ˈfrʌstreɪtɪd/

frustrated

フラストレーション

Meaning

feeling annoyed or upset because of inability to achieve something

Example

She felt frustrated after failing the exam.

彼女は試験に失敗した後、フラストレーションを感じました。

B1 noun /ˈtʃæptər/

chapter

章

Meaning

A main division of a book or a period in someone's life.

Example

I just finished the first chapter of the novel.

私は小説の最初の章を終えたばかりです。

B1 noun /ˈsɛtɪŋ/

setting

セット

Meaning

the environment or place where something happens

Example

The setting of the movie was a beautiful beach.

映画の舞台は美しいビーチでした。

B1 noun /ˈʃel.tər/

Shelter

避難所

Meaning

a place giving temporary protection from bad weather or danger

Example

The hikers found shelter in a cave during the heavy rain.

ハイカーたちは大雨の間、洞窟の中に避難所を見つけた。