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C1 noun ˈɪm.pɪ.təs

impetus

推進力
Meaning
The force or motivation that drives something forward; momentum.
Example
The new policy provided an impetus for economic growth.
新しい政策は経済成長のための推進力を提供しました。
B2 adjective /dɪˈbeɪtəbl̩/

debatable

議論の余地がある
Meaning
open to discussion or doubt; not certain
Example
It is debatable whether the policy will work.
その政策が機能するかどうかは議論の余地がある。
A2 noun /treɪ/

Tray

トレイ
Meaning
a flat, shallow container with a raised rim, used for carrying, holding, or displaying articles
Example
She carried the cups on a wooden tray.
彼女は木製のトレイでカップを運びました。
C1 noun /moʊˈzeɪɪk/

mosaic

Meaning
A picture or pattern produced by arranging together small pieces of stone, tile, or glass.
Example
The church ceiling was decorated with a beautiful mosaic.
C2 adjective /ˈæstrəl/

astral

Meaning
Relating to the stars or to spiritual, non-physical realms.
Example
Some believe in astral projection, the ability to leave the body and travel spiritually.
C2 noun /ˈʃæd.ək/

Shaddock

ポメロ
Meaning
a large citrus fruit similar to grapefruit; pomelo
Example
The shaddock is the largest citrus fruit in the world.
シャドックは世界で最も大きな柑橘類の果物です。
C1 adjective /ˌpɛd.əˈɡɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

pedagogical

教育的
Meaning
Relating to teaching and education; concerned with the methods and practice of teaching.
Example
The school adopted new pedagogical techniques to improve learning.
学校は学習を改善するために新しい教育的技術を採用しました。
C1 noun /ˌɛtɪˈmɒlədʒi/

etymology

語源学
Meaning
The study of the origin of words and how their meanings and forms have evolved.
Example
The etymology of the word 'salary' comes from the Latin word for salt.
'給与'という言葉の語源は、ラテン語の塩を意味する言葉から来ています。
C1 noun /ˈsteɪ.ʃən.ər/

Stationer

文房具店
Meaning
a person who sells paper, pens, pencils, and other office supplies
Example
The stationer recommended the best pens for writing exams.
文房具屋は試験のための最適なペンを推薦しました。
C1 noun /ˈprɒv.ɜːb/

Proverb

幸福
Meaning
a short saying that expresses a general truth or gives advice
Example
The proverb 'Early to bed, early to rise' teaches us about good habits.
賞を受け取ったとき、彼女は自分の幸福を隠すことができませんでした。
A1 determiner/pronoun /ˈɛni/

any

いずれかの
Meaning
one, some, or all, without specifying which
Example
Do you have any questions?
何か質問はありますか？
B1 noun /ɪnˈʃʊərəns/

insurance

保険
Meaning
An arrangement by which a company provides compensation for loss, damage, or illness in return for a premium.
Example
He bought health insurance to cover medical expenses.
彼は医療費をカバーするために健康保険に加入しました。
B2 adjective /rɪˈnjuː.ə.bəl/

renewable

再生可能
Meaning
Able to be renewed or replaced naturally; not depleted when used.
Example
Renewable resources minimize environmental damage.
再生可能な資源は環境へのダメージを最小限に抑えます。
C1 noun /rɪˈpjuːt/

repute

評判
Meaning
the opinion generally held of someone or something; reputation
Example
He is a scholar of great repute in his field.
彼はその分野で大変な評判を持つ学者です。
A1 adverb /ɛls/

else

他に何か
Meaning
In addition; besides.
Example
Is there anything else you need?
他に何か必要ですか?
C1 noun /ˈmenəs/

Menace

脅威
Meaning
A person or thing that is likely to cause harm; a threat
Example
The reckless driver was a menace to everyone on the road.
その無謀な運転手は道路のすべての人々にとって脅威だった。
C2 noun /ˌkɒntrəpəˈzɪʃən/

contraposition

対比配置
Meaning
the act of placing two things in opposition for contrast or comparison
Example
The contraposition of the two theories highlighted their differences.
二つの理論の対比配置は、彼らの違いを強調した。
C2 adjective /ˈmiːliˌmaʊðd/

mealymouthed

言い逃れをする
Meaning
not willing to speak directly and honestly; evasive in speech
Example
The politician gave a mealymouthed response to the tough question.
その政治家は難しい質問に対して言い逃れをした。
B2 adjective /ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃənl/

institutional

制度的
Meaning
Relating to an organization or established practice.
Example
The government made several institutional reforms in education.
政府は教育においていくつかの制度的改革を実施しました。
C1 noun /ˈmoʊldɪŋ/

molding

装飾モールディング
Meaning
A decorative strip or design, often used on walls, ceilings, or furniture.
Example
The wooden molding gave the room a classic look.
木製のモールディングが部屋にクラシックな印象を与えました。
C2 adverb /ˈwɪtɪŋli/

wittingly

意図的に
Meaning
Consciously and intentionally; on purpose.
Example
He wittingly withheld information from the police.
彼は意図的に警察に情報を隠した。
B2 noun /ˈfaɪbər/

fiber

繊維
Meaning
a thread or filament from which a textile is formed; dietary substance from plants that aids digestion
Example
Fruits and vegetables are high in fiber.
果物と野菜は繊維が豊富です。
C1 adjective /səˈsɛp.tə.bəl/

susceptible

特定の物事によって影響を受けやすい、または損傷を受けやすい
Meaning
Likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing.
Example
Children are more susceptible to infections.
子供は感染症にかかりやすいです。
B1 adverb /ˈʌðərwaɪz/

Otherwise

さもないと; 他の方法で
Meaning
in a different way; if not; or else; apart from that
Example
Study hard, otherwise you will fail the exam.
一生懸命勉強しなさい、さもないと試験に落ちます。
C2 noun /ˈhækəlz/

hackles

Meaning
the hairs on the back of an animal’s neck that rise when it is angry or alarmed; figuratively, feelings of anger or resentment
Example
His rude comment raised my hackles.
B2 adjective /ˈflɔːrəl/

floral

花のような
Meaning
Relating to flowers or decorated with flowers.
Example
She wore a beautiful floral dress to the party.
彼女はパーティーに美しい花のようなドレスを着ていった。
C1 noun /ˈnɑː.sɪ.sɪ.zəm/

narcissism

自己愛
Meaning
Excessive interest in or admiration of oneself; extreme selfishness.
Example
His excessive narcissism made it difficult for him to empathize with others.
彼の過度な自己愛は、他人に共感するのを難しくした。
B2 verb /rɪp/

rip

裂ける
Meaning
to tear something quickly or violently
Example
He accidentally ripped his shirt on the fence.
彼はフェンスでシャツをうっかり裂けてしまいました。
B1 noun /ˈviːɪkəl/

Vehicle

車両; 自動車; 手段
Meaning
a thing used for transporting people or goods, especially on land; a means of expressing or displaying something
Example
The electric vehicle is becoming more popular these days.
電気自動車は最近ますます人気が高くなっています。
C1 adjective /ˈsʌlən/

sullen

むっつりした
Meaning
bad-tempered and gloomy; silently resentful
Example
She gave him a sullen look and walked away.
彼女はむっつりした表情を見せて、立ち去った。
C2 noun /ˌɪn.strəˈmɛn.təl.ɪst/

instrumentalist

楽器奏者
Meaning
A person who plays a musical instrument.
Example
The instrumentalist played a beautiful solo on the violin.
楽器奏者はバイオリンで美しいソロを演奏しました。
C1 adjective /pəˈnɪnsjələr/

peninsular

半島のような
Meaning
Relating to or resembling a peninsula.
Example
The peninsular region is surrounded by water on three sides.
その半島のような地域は、三方向が水で囲まれています。
C1 verb /ˌpriːdɪˈtɜːrmɪn/

predetermine

予め決定する
Meaning
to establish or decide something in advance
Example
The outcome of the match seemed predetermined.
試合の結果は予め決められていたようだった。
A2 noun /fraɪd raɪs/

Fried rice

チャーハン
Meaning
a dish of cooked rice that has been stir-fried in a wok or frying pan
Example
We ordered chicken fried rice from the Chinese restaurant.
私たちは中国料理店からチキンフライドライスを注文しました。
A1 noun /lɒt/

lot

たくさん
Meaning
A large number or amount; a group or portion.
Example
She bought a lot of books at the fair.
彼女はフェアでたくさんの本を買いました。
C2 noun /ˈæk.rɪ.moʊ.ni/

acrimony

Meaning
Bitterness and anger, especially in speech or behavior.
Example
The divorce was filled with acrimony and disputes.
B2 noun /ˈsɪnənɪm/

Synonym

同義語
Meaning
a word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language
Example
Happy and joyful are synonyms.
ハッピーとジョイフルは同義語です。
A2 noun /məˈʃiːn/

machine

機械
Meaning
A device with moving parts that uses energy to perform a particular task.
Example
This washing machine is very efficient.
この洗濯機は非常に効率的です。
B2 noun /pəˈsjuːt/

pursuit

追求, 探求
Meaning
the act of chasing or trying to achieve something
Example
He dedicated his life to the pursuit of happiness.
彼は幸福を追い求めることに人生を捧げた。
A2 noun /ˈpeɪn.tər/

Painter

画家
Meaning
a person who paints pictures or decorates buildings
Example
The painter created a beautiful landscape on canvas.
画家はキャンバスに美しい風景を描きました。
C1 noun /ˈiːɡoʊˌɪzəm/

egoism

利己主義
Meaning
An ethical theory that treats self-interest as the foundation of morality; also, excessive preoccupation with oneself.
Example
His decisions were often driven by egoism rather than concern for others.
彼の決断はしばしば他人への配慮よりも利己主義に駆り立てられていた。
C1 noun /hɪpˈnoʊsɪs/

hypnosis

ヒプノシス
Meaning
A trance-like state of consciousness usually induced by suggestion.
Example
She underwent hypnosis to overcome her fear of flying.
彼女は飛行機恐怖症を克服するためにヒプノシスを受けました。
B2 adjective /ɪkˈsten.sɪv/

Extensive

広範囲の; 大規模な; 広い
Meaning
covering or affecting a large area; comprehensive; wide-ranging
Example
The company conducted extensive research before launching the new product.
企業は新しい製品を発売する前に広範囲の研究を行いました。
C1 noun /ˈpəʊstˌskrɪpt/

postscript

追伸
Meaning
an additional remark at the end of a letter or text, after the signature
Example
She added a brief postscript to thank him again.
彼女は再度彼に感謝するために簡単な追伸を加えました。
C1 adjective /ˈdwɪndlɪŋ/

dwindling

減少
Meaning
Gradually reducing in number, size, or strength.
Example
The villagers relied on dwindling water supplies.
村人たちは減少していく水の供給に依存していた。
C2 verb /ɪnˈdjuː/

endue

授ける
Meaning
To provide or endow with a quality or ability.
Example
The leader was endued with wisdom and courage.
リーダーは知恵と勇気を授けられた。
C1 adverb /ˈmerɪli/

Merrily

楽しそうに
Meaning
in a cheerful and joyful manner
Example
The children played merrily in the garden.
子供たちは庭で楽しそうに遊んでいました。
C2 noun /sfɪˈrɒmɪtər/

spherometer

球面測定器
Meaning
An instrument used for measuring the curvature of spherical surfaces.
Example
The scientist used a spherometer to measure the lens curvature.
科学者はレンズの曲率を測定するためにスフェロメーターを使用しました。
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。
B2 noun /ˌpɪə.riˈɒd.ɪ.kəl/

periodical

雑誌
Meaning
a magazine or journal published at regular intervals
Example
She subscribed to a science periodical.
彼女は科学雑誌を購読しました。
C1 noun əˈpreɪ.zəl

appraisal

評価
Meaning
An assessment or evaluation of performance or quality.
Example
The annual appraisal determines salary increments.
年間の評価は給与の増加を決定します。
B1 verb, adjective /spɛnt/

spent

使い果たされた, 疲れ切った
Meaning
Past tense and past participle of 'spend'; also used as an adjective meaning exhausted or used up.
Example
She spent all her energy preparing for the exam.
彼女は試験の準備に全てのエネルギーを使い果たした。
C2 verb /fleɪ/

flay

皮を剥ぐ/厳しく批判する
Meaning
to strip off the skin of something or criticize severely
Example
The chef flayed the fish before cooking it.
シェフは魚を料理する前に皮を剥ぎました。
B2 adjective /ˌæksɪˈdɛntl/

accidental

偶然の
Meaning
happening by chance, unintentionally
Example
The fire was caused by an accidental spark.
火事は偶然の火花によって引き起こされました。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈtrɛpɪd/

intrepid

勇敢な
Meaning
fearless and adventurous, often used humorously
Example
The intrepid traveler explored the jungle alone.
その勇敢な旅行者は一人でジャングルを探検した。
B1 noun/verb /ˈfaɪtɪŋ/

fighting

戦い
Meaning
the act of engaging in a physical or verbal conflict
Example
The soldiers were fighting bravely on the battlefield.
兵士たちは戦場で勇敢に戦っていました。
B1 verb /əˈmeɪz/

amaze

驚かせる
Meaning
to fill someone with great surprise or wonder
Example
The magician’s final trick amazed the audience.
魔術師の最後のトリックは観客を驚かせた。
A1 noun /iːst/

east

東
Meaning
The direction from which the sun rises; one of the four cardinal points.
Example
The sun rises in the east.
太陽は東から昇ります。
B1 noun /ˈprɪn.tər/

Printer

プリンター
Meaning
a person whose job is printing books, newspapers, or other materials; a machine that prints documents
Example
The printer delivered the wedding invitations on time.
プリンターは結婚式の招待状を時間通りに届けました。
B2 noun /ɡoʊld rɪŋ/

Gold ring

金の指輪
Meaning
a circular band of gold worn as jewelry, typically on a finger
Example
He gave her a beautiful gold ring for their anniversary.
彼は彼らの記念日に美しい金の指輪を彼女に渡しました。
C1 noun ˌdjʊə.rəˈbɪl.ə.ti

durability

耐久性
Meaning
The ability to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; hard-wearing.
Example
The durability of materials affects performance.
素材の耐久性はパフォーマンスに影響を与えます。
C2 noun /ˈbɜːrɡər/

burgher

市民（裕福な中産階級）
Meaning
A citizen of a town, typically a member of the wealthy middle class.
Example
The burgher was respected as a prosperous merchant in the city.
その市民は、町で繁栄している商人として尊敬されていました。
C2 verb /ˌæpərˈteɪn/

appertain

関係する
Meaning
to relate to or be connected with something
Example
The rules only appertain to members of the club.
その規則はクラブのメンバーにのみ関係しています。
B1 adjective /ˈdɛdɪˌkeɪtɪd/

dedicated

献身的な
Meaning
devoted to a cause, task, or purpose
Example
She is a dedicated teacher who goes above and beyond for her students.
彼女は生徒のために上を行き、限界を超えていく献身的な教師です。
A2 noun /fəˈtɒɡrəfi/

photography

写真
Meaning
the art or practice of taking and processing photographs
Example
She studied photography in college.
彼女は大学で写真を学びました。
C1 verb /kwɛl/

quell

鎮圧する
Meaning
To suppress or put an end to something, usually by force.
Example
The police were called to quell the violent protest.
警察は暴力的な抗議を鎮圧するために呼ばれました。
B1 noun /ˈɡaɪ.dəns/

Guidance

指導; リーダーシップ; アドバイス
Meaning
advice or information aimed at resolving a problem or difficulty; leadership or direction
Example
The teacher provided valuable guidance to help students choose their career paths.
先生は学生が自分のキャリアの道を選ぶために貴重な指導を提供しました。
A1 noun /taɪm/

time

時間
Meaning
a measured or measurable period during which an action, process, or condition exists or continues
Example
I don’t have enough time to finish the project.
私はプロジェクトを終わらせるための十分な時間がありません。
C2 adjective /ˈmɪn.ɪ.skjuːl/

miniscule

微小
Meaning
Extremely small or tiny.
Example
The error was so miniscule that nobody noticed it.
その誤りは非常に微小で、誰もそれに気づかなかった。
C2 noun /ˈmɛtrəˌnoʊm/

metronome

メトロノーム
Meaning
A device that produces regular ticks or beats to help musicians maintain tempo.
Example
She practiced the piano with a metronome to keep steady timing.
彼女は安定したタイミングを保つためにメトロノームを使ってピアノを練習していた。
C1 adjective /ˌsɛlf ɪˈfeɪsɪŋ/

self-effacing

控えめな
Meaning
not drawing attention to oneself; modest
Example
Despite his success, he remained self-effacing and humble.
成功にもかかわらず、彼は控えめで謙虚なままでした。
C1 adjective /ˌmiː.diˈoʊ.kər/

mediocre

平凡
Meaning
Of only average quality; not very good.
Example
The movie was entertaining but overall mediocre.
その映画は面白かったが、全体的に平凡だった。
C1 noun /ˈkwɪk.sænd/

Quick-sand

クイックサンド
Meaning
loose wet sand that yields easily to pressure and sucks in anything on its surface
Example
The explorer got trapped in quicksand while crossing the desert.
探検家は砂漠を横断中にクイックサンドに捕まりました。
C2 adjective/adverb /feɪn/

fain

喜んで、喜んで
Meaning
gladly, willingly, or with pleasure
Example
I would fain help you if I had the time.
もし時間があれば、喜んであなたを助けます。
B2 verb /dɪˈmɒlɪʃ/

demolish

取り壊す
Meaning
to destroy completely, especially a building or structure
Example
The city decided to demolish the old stadium to build a new one.
その都市は新しいものを作るために古いスタジアムを取り壊すことに決めました。
C2 verb /dʒɪr/

jeer

嘲笑う
Meaning
to laugh at someone or something in a cruel or mocking way
Example
The crowd began to jeer at the opposing team.
群衆は対戦チームを嘲笑し始めた。
B2 verb /ˈsɪmbəlaɪz/

symbolize

象徴する
Meaning
to represent or stand for something else
Example
The dove symbolizes peace across cultures.
鳩は文化を超えて平和を象徴しています。
A2 adverb /ˈiːkwəli/

equally

平等に
Meaning
in an equal or fair way; to the same degree
Example
The prize money was equally divided among the winners.
賞金は受賞者の間で平等に分けられました。
B2 noun ˈbʌtərflaɪ ˌpɒpjəˈleɪʃən

Butterfly Population

蝶の個体数
Meaning
The total number of butterflies in a particular area or ecosystem.
Example
The butterfly population is declining due to habitat loss.
蝶の個体数は生息地の喪失によって減少しています。
B1 noun /ˈfɔːr.mæt/

Format

フォーマット
Meaning
the way in which something is arranged or set out; the shape, size, and presentation of a book or document
Example
Please submit your report in PDF format by the end of the week.
週末までにPDFフォーマットで報告書を提出してください。
B2 adjective /lʌɡˈʒʊəriəs/

luxurious

豪華な
Meaning
extremely comfortable, elegant, or enjoyable, often involving great expense
Example
They stayed in a luxurious hotel during their vacation.
彼らは休暇中に豪華なホテルに泊まりました。
C1 noun /ˌdʒiːniˈælədʒi/

genealogy

系図学
Meaning
The study and tracing of lines of descent or family history.
Example
She spent years researching her family's genealogy.
彼女は家族の系図学を研究するのに何年も費やしました。
C1 adjective /ˈɡraʊnd.ləs/

Groundless

根拠がない; 理由がない
Meaning
without foundation or justification; baseless
Example
His accusations against her were completely groundless.
彼の彼女に対する非難は完全に根拠がなかった。
B1 verb /ˈbɔːrdɪŋ/

boarding

搭乗
Meaning
Getting on or into a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle.
Example
The explorers were boarding the ship at the port.
探検家たちは港で船に乗り込んでいた。
B1 adverb /ˈprɒpərli/

properly

適切に
Meaning
in the correct or suitable manner
Example
He performed the task properly to avoid mistakes.
彼は間違いを避けるために仕事を正しく行いました。
B2 noun /tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒɪ.kəl ədˈvɑːns.mənt/

technological advancement

技術的進歩
Meaning
Progress or improvement in technology that leads to better solutions or capabilities.
Example
Technological advancement is revolutionizing healthcare.
技術的進歩は医療分野を革命的に変えつつある。
C2 verb /kɔːk/

caulk

隙間を塞ぐ
Meaning
to seal a crack or gap with a waterproof filler
Example
He caulked the window frames to stop the draft.
彼は窓枠をコークして、冷たい風を防ぎました。
C1 noun /ˈɪnˌmeɪt/

inmate

囚人
Meaning
a person confined to an institution such as a prison or hospital
Example
The prison has over a thousand inmates.
刑務所には千人以上の囚人がいます。
C1 noun /rɪˈspɒndənt/

respondent

回答者
Meaning
A person who replies to something, especially in a survey or legal case
Example
The survey had over 1,000 respondents.
調査には1000人以上の回答者がいました。
A1 noun /ˈpɑːpə/

papa

お父さん
Meaning
an informal or affectionate term for one’s father
Example
Papa is picking me up from school today.
パパは今日学校に迎えに来る。
C1 adjective, noun /ˈpæstərəl/

pastoral

田園の、牧羊者に関連する
Meaning
relating to the countryside, shepherds, or rural life; also relating to spiritual guidance by a pastor
Example
The painting had a calm pastoral scene with sheep grazing.
その絵画には羊が草を食べている静かな田園風景が描かれていた。
C1 noun /ˈkɒn.vɔɪ/

convoy

コンボイ
Meaning
a group of vehicles or ships traveling together, often for protection
Example
The military convoy moved through the desert at dawn.
軍のコンボイは夜明けに砂漠を横断しました。
B1 noun /pɒnd/

Pond

池
Meaning
a small body of still water formed naturally or by artificial means
Example
The children fed the ducks at the pond in the park.
子供たちは公園の池でアヒルに餌をあげました。
C1 adjective /rɪˈzɪstɪv/

resistive

抵抗性
Meaning
tending to resist or oppose; in physics, relating to electrical resistance
Example
The material has resistive properties that slow down current flow.
その材料は、電流の流れを遅くする抵抗性の特性を持っています。
C1 adjective /ˈfɛrəl/

feral

野生の
Meaning
existing in a wild or untamed state; not domesticated
Example
The feral cat roamed the streets at night.
その野良猫は夜に街を歩き回っていた。
A2 proper noun /ˌsaʊθ əˈmɛrɪkə/

south america

南アメリカ
Meaning
a continent located in the Western Hemisphere, mostly in the Southern Hemisphere
Example
Brazil is the largest country in South America.
ブラジルは南アメリカで最も大きな国です。
A2 noun /ˈpoʊst ˌɒfɪs/

post office

郵便局
Meaning
a public building or agency where mail is sent, received, and other postal services are provided
Example
I went to the post office to mail a package.
私は荷物を送るために郵便局へ行きました。
C2 noun /traɪˈʌmvɪər/

triumvir

三人委員
Meaning
One of a group of three men holding power in ancient Rome.
Example
Caesar was a triumvir in the first Roman triumvirate.
カエサルは最初のローマの三人委員会の一員でした。
C1 noun /ˈsɒnɪt/

sonnet

ソネット
Meaning
A poem of 14 lines using formal rhyme schemes, often about love.
Example
Shakespeare wrote many famous sonnets about love and beauty.
シェイクスピアは愛と美について多くの有名なソネットを書きました。
B1 noun /ˈfaɪər.mən/

Fireman

消防士
Meaning
a person whose job is to extinguish fires and rescue people
Example
The brave fireman rescued the family from the burning building.
勇敢な消防士は燃えている建物から家族を救いました。
A1 noun /ˈwɛnzdeɪ/

wednesday

水曜日
Meaning
the fourth day of the week, following Tuesday and preceding Thursday
Example
The meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday afternoon.
会議は水曜日の午後に予定されています。
B2 adjective /ˈɛθnɪk/

ethnic

民族的
Meaning
relating to a population subgroup with a common national or cultural tradition
Example
The festival celebrated the city's diverse ethnic communities.
フェスティバルは都市のさまざまな民族のコミュニティを祝いました。
B2 noun /sneɪl/

Snail

カタツムリ
Meaning
a small soft creature with a shell on its back that moves very slowly
Example
The snail left a shiny trail as it crawled across the leaf.
カタツムリは葉っぱを這っている間に輝く跡を残しました。
A2 noun /dʒɪm/

gym

ジム
Meaning
a place equipped for physical exercise and fitness training
Example
He goes to the gym every morning to work out.
彼は毎朝ジムに行ってトレーニングをします。
C2 adjective /ˈslæp.dæʃ/

slapdash

ぞんざい
Meaning
done too quickly and carelessly; hasty and careless
Example
The report was written in a slapdash manner, full of errors.
レポートはぞんざいに書かれており、間違いだらけだった。
B2 verb /spreɪ/

spray

スプレーする
Meaning
to apply liquid to something in a fine mist
Example
She sprayed perfume on her wrist before leaving.
彼女は出かける前に手首に香水をスプレーしました。
A1 verb /peɪnt/

paint

絵を描く
Meaning
to apply a colored substance to a surface
Example
She loves to paint landscapes in her free time.
彼女は自由時間に風景画を描くのが好きです。
C1 adjective /prəˈdɪdʒəs/

prodigious

驚異的
Meaning
remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree
Example
The team made a prodigious effort to complete the project on time.
チームはプロジェクトを時間通りに完了するために驚異的な努力をしました。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈkrɛdjələs/

incredulous

Meaning
unwilling or unable to believe something
Example
He gave her an incredulous look when she claimed she could fly.
C2 noun /ˈʃɛvrən/

chevron

V字型の記号
Meaning
A V-shaped pattern, often used in military insignia or design.
Example
The sergeant’s uniform displayed three chevrons on the sleeve.
軍曹の制服には袖に三つのシェブロンが表示されていました。
A1 adjective /twɛlv/

twelve

十二
Meaning
the number equivalent to 12
Example
There are twelve months in a year.
一年には十二か月があります。
A2 verb /sɜːrtʃ/

search

探す
Meaning
to look carefully for someone or something; to examine thoroughly
Example
The police searched the house for evidence.
警察は証拠を探すために家を捜索した。
A1 pronoun /ˈʌðərz/

others

他の人々
Meaning
people or things distinct from the ones already mentioned or known
Example
I like to spend time with others.
私は他の人々と時間を過ごすのが好きです。
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/verb /kjuː/

cue

合図
Meaning
A signal or prompt for action; to give a signal.
Example
The actor waited for his cue before entering the stage.
俳優はステージに上がる前にキューを待っていました。
C2 verb /ˌkɒntrəˈvɜːrt/

controvert

反論する
Meaning
to dispute or argue against; to contradict
Example
The scientist controversed the previous research findings.
その科学者は以前の研究結果に異議を唱えました。
C1 noun ˈhɪn.drəns

hindrance

障害
Meaning
Something that creates difficulties or delays in progress.
Example
Lack of funds was a major hindrance to the project.
資金不足はプロジェクトの大きな障害でした。
C1 noun /ˈrep.lɪ.kə/

Replica

レプリカ
Meaning
an exact copy or model of something, especially one on a smaller scale
Example
The museum displayed a perfect replica of the ancient statue.
博物館は古代の彫像の完璧なレプリカを展示しました。
C1 noun /ˈæl.ɪ.moʊ.ni/

alimony

扶養費
Meaning
financial support that a person is ordered by a court to give to their spouse after separation or divorce
Example
He was ordered by the court to pay monthly alimony to his ex-wife.
裁判所は彼に元妻に毎月の扶養費を支払うよう命じた。
A2 noun /ɡest/

Guest

ゲスト
Meaning
a person who is invited to visit someone's home or attend a particular social occasion
Example
We invited several guests to our wedding celebration last weekend.
私たちは先週末に結婚式の祝賀会に数人のゲストを招待しました。
B2 verb /sweɪ/

sway

揺れる
Meaning
To move or cause to move slowly or rhythmically back and forth; to influence someone's opinion or decision.
Example
The trees swayed gently in the breeze.
木々はそよ風に優しく揺れていました。