B1 adjective /ɪmˈpres.ɪv/

Impressive

印象的な

Meaning

striking; remarkable; having the ability to impress

Example

Her impressive performance earned her a standing ovation.

彼女の印象的な演技はスタンディングオベーションを受けた。

B1 verb /ɪɡˈzæm.ɪn/

examine

幸福

Meaning

to look at something carefully in order to understand it

Example

The doctor will examine the patient tomorrow.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せませんでした。

B1 noun /ˈdʒaɪ.ənt/

Giant

ジャイアント; 人間の形をした神話上または想像上の存在で、超人的なサイズを持つ

Meaning

an imaginary or mythical being of human form but superhuman size; something of great size or force

Example

The technology giant announced record profits for the third consecutive quarter.

テクノロジー業界のジャイアントは、3四半期連続の記録的な利益を発表しました。

B1 noun /ˌrek.ə.menˈdeɪ.ʃən/

Recommendation

Donation

寄付; 貢献

Meaning

something that is given to a charity, especially a sum of money; the act of giving

Example

The generous donation helped the hospital purchase new medical equipment.

寛大な寄付が病院に新しい医療機器を購入するのに役立ちました。

B1 noun /ˈfɪzɪks/

physics

物理学

Meaning

the natural science that studies matter, energy, and the interactions between them

Example

She decided to major in physics at the university.

彼女は大学で物理学を専攻することに決めました。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈseɪf/

Unsafe

危険な; 危ない;

Meaning

involving or causing danger or risk; not protected from harm

Example

It is unsafe to walk alone in this neighborhood at night.

この地域では夜間に一人で歩くのは危険です。

B1 adjective /def/

Deaf

耳が聞こえない; 聴覚障害がある

Meaning

unable to hear; having a hearing impairment

Example

The deaf child learned to communicate using sign language.

そのろうの子供は手話を使ってコミュニケーションを学びました。

B1 noun əˈreɪndʒmənt

arrangement

配置

Meaning

The way things are organized, positioned, or structured.

Example

The arrangement of protons in the nucleus is critical.

原子核内の陽子の配置は重要です。

B1 noun /əkˈsɛptəns/

acceptance

受け入れ

Meaning

the act of agreeing to receive or undertake something offered

Example

Her acceptance of the award was met with applause.

賞を受け入れる彼女は拍手で迎えられました。

B1 adjective /ɪnˈkɝr.ɪ.dʒɪŋ/

Encouraging

励ましの; モチベーションを与える

Meaning

giving support or confidence; inspiring; motivating

Example

The teacher's encouraging words motivated the students.

先生の励ましの言葉は生徒たちを励ました。

B1 noun /kluː/

clue

手がかり

Meaning

a piece of evidence or information used in the detection of a crime or solving a puzzle

Example

The detective found a clue near the window.

探偵は窓の近くで手がかりを見つけました。

B1 adjective /rɪˈdɪk.jə.ləs/

Ridiculous

馬鹿げた; ばかばかしい; 不合理な

Meaning

extremely silly or unreasonable; deserving or causing laughter

Example

The idea of building a house without tools is ridiculous.

道具なしで家を建てるアイデアは馬鹿げている。

B1 noun /ˈlɪsənər/

listener

リスナー

Meaning

a person who listens or pays attention to something, especially to a speaker or sound.

Example

She is a good listener who always understands others' problems.

彼女は他の人の問題をいつも理解する良いリスナーです。

B1 noun /ˈel.boʊ/

Elbow

肘

Meaning

the joint between the forearm and the upper arm

Example

He hurt his elbow while playing tennis.

彼はテニスをしているときに肘を痛めた。

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 noun /ˈsʌb.mə.riːn/

Sub-marine

潜水艦

Meaning

a warship with a streamlined hull designed to operate completely submerged in the sea

Example

The submarine dived deep into the ocean to avoid detection.

潜水艦は海中深く潜水して、発見を避けました。

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, verb /paʊnd/

pound

ポンド

Meaning

a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces or a unit of currency

Example

The price of the book is five pounds.

その本の価格は5ポンドです。

B1 adjective, adverb /ˈoʊvərɔːl/

overall

全体的に

Meaning

in general or as a whole

Example

Overall, the project has been successful.

全体的に、プロジェクトは成功しました。

B1 verb /ɪnˈʃʊər/

ensure

確実にする

Meaning

To make certain that something will happen or be the case.

Example

Please ensure that the door is locked before you leave.

出発前にドアが閉まっていることを確認してください。

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 /ɪkˈspens/

Expense

費用; 支出;

Meaning

the cost required for something; money spent on something

Example

The travel expense for the business trip was covered by the company.

出張費用は会社が負担しました。

B1 verb /əˈpriːʃieɪt/

appreciate

感謝する

Meaning

to recognize the value or significance of; to be grateful for

Example

I really appreciate your help with this project.

このプロジェクトでのあなたの助けに本当に感謝しています。

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 noun /ˈkriːtʃər/

creature

生物

Meaning

A living being, especially an animal.

Example

The forest is full of strange creatures.

森は奇妙な生物でいっぱいです。

B1 noun /əˈtendəns/

Attendance

出席

Meaning

the action or state of going regularly to or being present at a place or event

Example

The teacher takes attendance at the beginning of each class.

先生は毎回の授業の始めに出席を取ります。

B1 noun /ˈsʌb.stəns/

Substance

物質

Meaning

a particular kind of matter with uniform properties; the essential nature of something; material or content

Example

The scientist analyzed the unknown substance in the laboratory.

科学者は実験室で未知の物質を分析しました。

B1 noun /bɪərd/

Beard

ひげ

Meaning

hair that grows on the chin and lower cheeks of a man's face

Example

He grew a long beard during the winter months.

彼は冬の間に長いひげを伸ばしました。

B1 noun /koʊm/

Comb

櫛

Meaning

a toothed device for arranging or cleaning the hair

Example

She used a comb to style her hair before the party.

彼女はパーティーの前に髪を整えるために櫛を使いました。

B1 noun /ˈɑːrtwɜːrk/

artwork

アート作品

Meaning

a piece of art, such as a painting, sculpture, or drawing

Example

The gallery displayed an impressive artwork by a local artist.

ギャラリーは地元のアーティストによる印象的なアート作品を展示しました。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈkʊkt/

uncooked

生の

Meaning

Not cooked; in a raw state.

Example

Eating uncooked meat can be dangerous.

生肉を食べるのは危険です。

B1 verb অকার্স

occurs

起こる

Meaning

Happens or takes place, especially as a result of something.

Example

Snowfall occurs in regions with freezing temperatures.

雪は氷点下の温度を持つ地域で起こります。

B1 verb rɪˈdjuːst

reduced

減らす

Meaning

Make smaller or less in amount, degree, or size.

Example

Singapore has reduced plastic usage significantly.

シンガポールはプラスチックの使用を大幅に減らしました。

B1 noun /ˈslɪpər/

Slipper

スリッパ

Meaning

light, comfortable shoe without a back, worn indoors

Example

She put on her slippers before walking around the house.

家の中を歩く前にスリッパを履きました。

B1 verb /ɪnˈkriːst/

increased

増加した

Meaning

became greater in size, amount, or degree

Example

The company's revenue increased last year.

会社の収益は昨年増加しました。

B1 adverb /ˈpriːviəsli/

previously

以前に

Meaning

at an earlier time or before now

Example

She had previously worked at a bank before starting her own business.

彼女は銀行で以前働いていたが、自分のビジネスを始める前だった。

B1 noun /kjuː/

Queue

列; 行列

Meaning

a line of people or things waiting for something; a sequence

Example

We had to wait in a long queue to buy tickets for the movie.

映画のチケットを買うために長い行列で待たなければなりませんでした。

B1 verb /dɪˈvɛləpɪŋ/

developing

開発

Meaning

the process of growing, improving, or becoming more advanced

Example

She is developing new skills in programming.

彼女はプログラミングで新しいスキルを開発しています。

B1 noun /əˈdʒen.də/

Agenda

アジェンダ

Meaning

a list of items to be discussed at a meeting; a plan of action

Example

The meeting agenda includes budget discussions.

会議のアジェンダには予算の議論が含まれています。

B1 noun /əˌsoʊsiˈeɪʃən/

association

協会

Meaning

an organized group of people who have joined together for a common purpose

Example

She is a member of the local teachers' association.

彼女は地元の教師協会のメンバーです。

B1 noun /ˌmɪl.jəˈneər/

Millionaire

ミリオネア

Meaning

A person whose wealth equals or exceeds one million units of currency

Example

He became a millionaire through smart investments and hard work.

彼は賢い投資と努力のおかげでミリオネアになった。

B1 noun /ruːˈtiːn/

routine

ルーチン, 習慣, 固定された順序

Meaning

A sequence of actions regularly followed; a fixed program.

Example

A well-structured routine improves productivity.

よく構造化されたルーチンは生産性を向上させます。

B1 verb /ˈkæptʃər/

capture

キャプチャ

Meaning

to take control of something or someone by force

Example

The soldiers managed to capture the enemy base.

兵士たちは敵の基地を占拠することに成功しました。

B1 noun /ˈʃed.juːl/

Schedule

予定; 時間割;

Meaning

a plan that lists things or events and the times when they will happen; timetable

Example

Please check your schedule before confirming the meeting time.

会議の時間を確認する前に、スケジュールを確認してください。

B1 verb /ɪkˈspɔːrt/

export

輸出

Meaning

to send goods or services to another country for sale

Example

The company exports cars to many countries.

その会社は多くの国に車を輸出しています。

B1 noun /kənˈstrʌk.ʃən/

construction

建設

Meaning

The building of something, typically a large structure.

Example

Construction dust significantly contributes to pollution.

建設工事のほこりは汚染に大きく寄与します。

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 /ˈæŋkəl/

ankle

足首

Meaning

the joint connecting the foot with the leg

Example

He twisted his ankle while playing football.

彼はサッカーをしているときに足首を捻った。

B1 noun; gerund /ˈnɪtɪŋ/

knitting

編み物

Meaning

the craft or activity of making fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with needles; the act of forming something closely or firmly together

Example

She spends her evenings knitting scarves for her family.

彼女は家族のために夜に編み物をします。

B1 verb /ɪkˈstend/

extend

延長する

Meaning

to make longer or larger; to stretch out; to offer or give

Example

The company decided to extend the deadline for the project.

会社はプロジェクトの締め切りを延長することに決定しました。

B1 noun əbˈdʒek.tɪv

objective

目標

Meaning

A thing aimed at or sought; a goal.

Example

The main objective is to test sustainability.

メインオブジェクティブは持続可能性をテストすることです。

B1 noun /ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/

operation

手術

Meaning

an act or process of functioning or operating

Example

The hospital performed a successful operation.

病院は成功した手術を行いました。

B1 adverb /ˈtɛmpərɛrɪli/

temporarily

一時的に

Meaning

for a limited time; not permanently

Example

The road is closed temporarily for repairs.

道路は修理のため一時的に閉鎖されています。

B1 noun ˈdɪdʒ.ɪ.təl tuːlz

digital tools

デジタルツール

Meaning

Electronic software and applications used for learning and educational purposes.

Example

Schools are integrating digital tools to enhance learning.

学校は学習を強化するためにデジタルツールを統合しています。

B1 noun /əˈsaɪnmənt/

assignment

課題

Meaning

a task or piece of work given to someone as part of their duties

Example

The students completed their homework assignment on time.

学生たちは時間通りに宿題を終わらせました。

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 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 adjective /ˈɔːkwəd/

awkward

気まずい

Meaning

causing or feeling embarrassment; difficult to deal with

Example

There was an awkward silence after his joke.

彼のジョークの後、気まずい沈黙がありました。

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 kəˈmɪt.mənts

commitments

約束

Meaning

Formal pledges or promises to do something, especially in terms of obligations or agreements.

Example

Global commitments to renewable energy are increasing.

再生可能エネルギーに対する世界的な約束が増加しています。

B1 noun zəʊn

zone

区域

Meaning

An area or stretch of land having a particular characteristic, purpose, or use, or subject to particular restrictions.

Example

Industrial zones attract investments.

産業ゾーンは投資を引き付けます。

B1 adjective /rɪˈmeɪnɪŋ/

remaining

残り

Meaning

still existing or left after others are gone or dealt with

Example

There were only a few remaining tickets for the concert.

コンサートのチケットは残りわずかでした。

B1 noun, verb /ˈmɜːrdər/

murder

殺人

Meaning

the unlawful killing of a person; to kill someone unlawfully and intentionally

Example

The detective investigated the murder that shocked the town.

探偵は町を驚かせた殺人事件を調査しました。

B1 adjective /ˈɪrɪteɪtɪŋ/

irritating

いらいらさせる

Meaning

causing annoyance, impatience, or mild anger

Example

The constant noise from the street is extremely irritating.

通りからの絶え間ない騒音はいらいらさせる。

B1 noun /ˈvɪərər/

viewer

視聴者

Meaning

a person who watches something, especially television or video content

Example

The viewer is able to switch channels with the remote control.

視聴者はリモコンでチャンネルを切り替えることができます。

B1 noun, verb /ˈdɪskaʊnt/

discount

割引

Meaning

A reduction in the usual price of something; to reduce the price of something.

Example

The store offered a 20% discount on all electronics.

その店はすべての電子製品に20%の割引を提供しました。

B1 noun /ˈrʌbɪʃ/

Rubbish

ゴミ; 無駄な物; ナンセンス

Meaning

waste material; refuse or litter; nonsense or worthless things

Example

Please throw the rubbish in the bin.

ゴミをゴミ箱に捨ててください。

B1 noun /ˈfaɪəˌfaɪtə/

firefighter

消防士

Meaning

a person whose job is to put out fires

Example

The firefighter saved the family from the burning building.

消防士は燃える建物から家族を救いました。

B1 noun /biːst/

Beast

獣

Meaning

a large or dangerous animal; a cruel or unpleasant person

Example

The lion is a fierce beast of the jungle.

ライオンはジャングルの猛獣です。

B1 verb /daɪn/

dine

食事する

Meaning

to eat a meal, especially the main meal of the day

Example

We usually dine at seven o'clock in the evening.

私たちは通常、夕方七時に食事します。

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 verb /ˈɡɑːsɪp/

gossip

ゴシップする

Meaning

to talk about other people's private lives, often in an unkind way

Example

They love to gossip about their neighbors.

彼らは隣人についてゴシップするのが好きです。

B1 noun ˈkɒnsept

concept

概念

Meaning

An abstract idea or general notion

Example

The concept of chasing two rabbits teaches focus.

二匹のウサギを追いかけるという概念は、集中力を教えます。

B1 verb /spred/

spread

広める

Meaning

to extend over a larger area; to distribute; to apply

Example

The news spread quickly through the town.

そのニュースは町中に素早く広まりました。

B1 noun /laɪt ˈkʌlər/

Light Colour

明るい色

Meaning

a pale or bright shade of any color

Example

The walls were painted in light colours to make the room look bigger.

部屋を広く見せるために、壁は明るい色で塗られました。

B1 verb /prɪˈdɪkt/

predict

予測する

Meaning

to say that something will happen in the future

Example

Scientists predict rain tomorrow.

科学者たちは明日雨が降ると予測しています。

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 /bɪˈheɪvjər/

behavior

行動

Meaning

The way in which one acts or conducts oneself, especially toward others.

Example

The teacher praised her good behavior in class.

先生はクラスで彼女の良い行動を称賛しました。

B1 adjective /ɪmˈpruːvd/

improved

改善された

Meaning

made better or enhanced in quality or condition

Example

Her health has significantly improved since last month.

彼女の健康は先月から大きく改善されました。

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 /ˈhev.ən/

Heaven

天国

Meaning

a place regarded in various religions as the abode of God and the angels; a place of eternal happiness

Example

Many people believe that good souls go to heaven after they pass away from this world.

多くの人は、善い魂はこの世界を去った後に天国へ行くと信じている。

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 noun rɪˈsɜː.tʃəz

researchers

研究者

Meaning

People who study and investigate to discover new information or facts.

Example

Researchers are working on innovative solutions.

研究者たちは革新的な解決策に取り組んでいます。

B1 noun /wɪtʃ/

Witch

魔女

Meaning

a woman thought to have magic powers, especially evil ones; a practitioner of witchcraft

Example

The old witch cast a spell on the prince.

老女魔法使いは王子に呪文をかけた。

B1 noun /səˈpɔːtər/

supporter

サポーター

Meaning

a person who supports someone or something

Example

She is a strong supporter of the local animal shelter.

彼女は地元の動物シェルターの強力なサポーターです。

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 /ˈænəlɪst/

analyst

アナリスト

Meaning

a person who studies or examines something carefully to understand it or make decisions

Example

The financial analyst predicted a rise in the stock market.

金融アナリストは株式市場の上昇を予測しました。

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 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 adjective /ˈtæl.ən.tɪd/

Talented

才能がある

Meaning

having a natural ability or skill in a particular area

Example

She is a talented musician who plays multiple instruments.

彼女は多くの楽器を演奏する才能ある音楽家です。

B1 noun /edʒ/

Edge

端; 鋭い縁

Meaning

the outside limit of an object or area; a sharp side of a blade

Example

Be careful not to cut yourself on the sharp edge of the knife.

鋭い刃の端で自分を切らないように気をつけてください。

B1 noun /ˈbɔr.dər/

Border

国境

Meaning

a line separating two political or geographical areas, especially countries

Example

They crossed the border between France and Spain by train.

彼らは電車でフランスとスペインの間の国境を越えました。

B1 adjective /rɪˈmoʊt/

remote

遠隔

Meaning

Situated far from the main centers of population; distant.

Example

They stayed in a remote village during their trip.

彼らは旅行中に遠隔の村に泊まりました。

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 adjective ˈsteɪbl

stable

安定した

Meaning

Not likely to change or fail; firmly established.

Example

Strong nuclear force keeps the nucleus stable.

強い核力は原子核を安定させる。

B1 adverb /ˈruːdli/

Rudely

失礼に

Meaning

in an impolite or discourteous manner

Example

He rudely interrupted the speaker during the presentation.

彼はプレゼン中に話者を失礼に遮った。

B1 verb /ɪmˈplɔɪ/

employ

雇う

Meaning

to hire someone to do a job; to use something effectively

Example

The company plans to employ more engineers next year.

その会社は来年、もっと多くのエンジニアを雇う予定です。

B1 noun /ˈɪnstrəmənt/

instrument

楽器

Meaning

A tool or device used for a particular purpose, especially for scientific or musical work.

Example

The doctor used a special instrument during the surgery.

医師は手術中に特別な楽器を使用しました。

B1 noun ˈsaɪləns

silence

静けさ

Meaning

Complete absence of sound; quietness.

Example

Silence filled the air near the graves.

墓の近くの空気は静けさで満ちていた。

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 noun

Kindness

親切; 優しさ; 思いやり

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 verb /fel/

fell

倒す, 伐採する

Meaning

to cut down a tree; to cause to fall; to strike down

Example

The lumberjacks felled several trees in the forest today.

木こりたちは今日、森の中でいくつかの木を倒しました。

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 adjective /ˈtɪpɪkəl/

typical

特定の種類の人や物の通常の特徴を持つ

Meaning

having the usual qualities of a particular type of person or thing

Example

It was a typical summer day, hot and humid.

それは典型的な夏の日で、暑くて湿気がありました。

B1 noun ˌrekəɡˈnɪʃn

recognition

認識

Meaning

Acknowledgment of the existence, validity, or legality of something; appreciation or acclaim for an achievement, service, or ability.

Example

He earned recognition after years of struggle.

彼は長年の努力の後、認識を得ました。

B1 noun /bend/

Bend

カーブ; 曲がり角

Meaning

a curved or angled part of something; a turning point in a road or river

Example

There is a sharp bend in the river ahead.

川の先に鋭いカーブがあります。

B1 noun /dɪˈsɪʒənˌmeɪkɪŋ/

decision-making

意思決定

Meaning

the process of making decisions, especially important or business-related decisions

Example

The CEO's decision-making was crucial for the success of the company.

CEOの意思決定は、会社の成功にとって重要でした。

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, verb /ˈseɪ.lɪŋ/

sailing

帆走

Meaning

The act of traveling in a boat or ship using sails; the sport or activity of navigating a boat with sails.

Example

We went sailing on the lake during the summer.

私たちは夏に湖で帆走をしました。

B1 adjective ɪˈstæb.lɪʃt

established

確立された

Meaning

Having been in existence for a long time and therefore recognized and generally accepted; set up on a firm or permanent basis.

Example

Democracy was established under strong leadership.

民主主義は強力な指導の下で確立されました。

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 /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 /bæŋ/

Bang

突然の大きな音; 強い衝撃や打撃

Meaning

a sudden loud noise; a hard blow or hit

Example

The door closed with a loud bang that woke everyone up.

ドアが大きな音を立てて閉まり、皆を起こしました。

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 adjective /ˈfəʊkəst/

focused

集中

Meaning

Directing a great deal of attention or effort toward a particular activity, situation, or person.

Example

Staying focused during work hours enhances productivity.

勤務時間中に集中することで生産性が向上します。

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 adjective /sɪˈlek.tɪd/

selected

選ばれた

Meaning

carefully chosen from a group for a particular purpose

Example

He was one of the selected candidates for the scholarship.

彼は奨学金のために選ばれた候補者の一人でした。

B1 noun /ˈɡæðərɪŋ/

gathering

集まり

Meaning

a meeting or assembly of people for a particular purpose

Example

We attended a family gathering last weekend.

私たちは先週末、家族の集まりに参加しました。

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。