C1 adjective /ɪnˈdɪɡnənt/

indignant

憤慨した

Meaning

Feeling or showing anger at something considered unfair or unjust.

Example

She was indignant when accused of cheating.

彼女は不正行為を非難されたとき、憤慨していた。

C2 noun /hoʊ/

Hoe

クワ

Meaning

a gardening tool with a thin metal blade used for breaking up soil and removing weeds

Example

The farmer used a hoe to remove weeds from his vegetable garden.

農夫は野菜畑から雑草を取り除くためにクワを使いました。

C1 noun /ˈoʊvərˌtoʊn/

overtone

微妙な意味

Meaning

A subtle quality, implication, or additional meaning beyond the obvious.

Example

His speech had political overtones that were hard to ignore.

彼のスピーチには無視できない政治的なニュアンスが含まれていました。

C1 verb /ˈmiː.di.eɪt/

mediate

調停する

Meaning

To act as an intermediary in bringing about agreement or reconciliation between parties.

Example

She was asked to mediate between the two companies.

彼女は二つの会社の間で調停するよう求められました。

A2 noun, verb /bɑːr/

bar

バー, ブロックする

Meaning

a counter where drinks are served; to prevent or block

Example

They decided to meet at the bar after work.

仕事の後、バーで会うことに決めました。

B1 adjective ˈkɒmplɛks

complex

複雑

Meaning

Having many interrelated parts or factors; complicated.

Example

The relationship between poverty and education is complex.

貧困と教育の関係は複雑です。

B1 noun /ˌek.sɪˈbɪʃ.ən/

Exhibition

展示会

Meaning

a public display of works of art or other items of interest

Example

The art exhibition featured paintings from local artists throughout the region.

その美術展は地域の地元アーティストの絵画を展示しました。

C1 noun /ˌəʊvərɪksˌplɔɪˈteɪʃən/

overexploitation

過剰搾取

Meaning

The unsustainable use of natural resources at a rate that exceeds their ability to regenerate, leading to depletion and environmental degradation.

Example

Overexploitation of natural resources leads to environmental degradation.

自然資源の過剰搾取は環境の悪化を引き起こします。

C1 noun /ˌhɑːmənaɪˈzeɪʃən/

harmonization

調和、統一

Meaning

The process of making things compatible or consistent with one another.

Example

The harmonization of different policies ensures consistent results.

異なる方針の調和は一貫した結果を保証します。

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 adjective /məˈlɪɡnənt/

malignant

悪性

Meaning

dangerous or harmful in influence or effect; medically, tending to invade and destroy tissue

Example

Doctors confirmed that the tumor was malignant.

医師はその腫瘍が悪性であることを確認しました。

C2 noun /ˌɪmpjuˈteɪʃən/

imputation

非難

Meaning

an accusation or attribution of blame

Example

The politician denied the imputation of corruption.

政治家は腐敗の非難を否定した。

C2 adjective /sɪˈnɜːrdʒɪk/

synergic

シナジック

Meaning

Working together in a cooperative and effective manner.

Example

The two departments have a synergic relationship that boosts productivity.

2つの部署は生産性を高めるシナジックな関係を持っています。

C1 adjective /ˈrep.jə.tə.bəl/

Reputable

評判の良い

Meaning

having a good reputation; respected and trusted

Example

She works for a reputable law firm in the city.

彼女はその都市の評判の良い法律事務所で働いています。

B2 noun /ˈpɑːs.tʃər/

Posture

幸福

Meaning

the position in which someone holds their body; a particular attitude or approach

Example

Good posture is important for preventing back pain.

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。

A2 adjective /flæt/

flat

平ら

Meaning

Smooth and level, without raised areas or curves.

Example

The road ahead was completely flat.

前方の道路は完全に平らでした。

B2 adverb /ˈmɒdərətli/

moderately

適度に

Meaning

to a reasonable extent, not excessively

Example

She exercises moderately to stay healthy.

彼女は健康を保つために適度に運動しています。

C1 noun /ˈɜːrθənˌwɛr/

earthenware

陶器

Meaning

pottery made of clay and hardened by heat

Example

The shop displayed beautiful earthenware pots and bowls.

店は美しい陶器の壺と鉢を展示していました。

C2 noun /ɪmˈprɑːvɪdəns/

improvidence

不注意

Meaning

Lack of foresight or care for future needs.

Example

His improvidence led to financial difficulties.

彼の不注意が彼を財政的な困難に追い込んだ。

C1 noun ˌæp.əˈreɪ.təs

apparatus

装置

Meaning

The technical equipment or machinery needed for a particular activity or purpose.

Example

The apparatus was designed to be eco-friendly.

その装置は環境に優しいように設計されました。

B2 adjective/verb /əˈprɒksɪmət/

approximate

おおよその

Meaning

close to the actual but not exact; to estimate or calculate roughly

Example

The cost is approximate and may change later.

その費用はおおよそのもので、後で変わるかもしれません。

B1 noun /ˈdʒʌdʒ.mənt/

Judgement

判断; 決定

Meaning

the ability to make considered decisions or form sensible opinions; an official decision made by a judge or court

Example

The jury's judgement was based on careful consideration of all the facts.

陪審員の判断は、すべての事実を慎重に考慮した結果でした。

C1 adjective /ˈpruː.dənt/

Prudent

慎重な; 賢明な; 注意深い;

Meaning

wise; careful; cautious;

Example

It's prudent to save money for the future.

将来に備えてお金を貯めることは慎重です。

B2 noun /ˈkɒn.trɪ.bjʊ.tər/

contributor

貢献者

Meaning

a person who gives something to help achieve a result

Example

He was a regular contributor to the local newspaper.

彼は地元の新聞の定期的な貢献者でした。

A2 adverb /ˈbjuːtɪfəli/

beautifully

美しく

Meaning

in a beautiful or pleasing manner; excellently or skillfully

Example

She sang beautifully at the concert.

彼女はコンサートで美しく歌った。

C2 adjective /ɔːˈrɪkjʊlər/

auricular

耳に関連する

Meaning

Relating to the ear or hearing.

Example

The doctor used an auricular thermometer to check the patient's temperature.

医者は患者の体温を確認するためにオーリキュラー温度計を使用しました。

C1 adjective /nɪˈɡlɛktfʊl/

neglectful

無関心

Meaning

Failing to give proper care or attention.

Example

The neglectful parent left the child alone for hours.

無関心な親は子供を何時間も一人で放置した。

C1 adjective /ˌmɪsəˈleɪniəs/

Miscellaneous

雑多な; 混合された; 多様な

Meaning

various; diverse; mixed; assorted

Example

The box contained miscellaneous items from different periods.

箱には異なる時期のさまざまなアイテムが含まれていました。

B2 noun /ɪkˈspen.dɪ.tʃər/

expenditure

支出

Meaning

The action of spending funds; an amount of money spent.

Example

Managing expenditure is critical for budgeting.

支出の管理は予算編成において重要です。

B1 abbreviation /vərsəs/

vs

対

Meaning

used to indicate opposition or contrast between two things

Example

The match was Brazil vs Argentina in the final.

試合はブラジル対アルゼンチンの決勝戦でした。

C2 adjective /ˈviː.ni.əl/

Venial

許しがたい; 深刻ではない; 小さな

Meaning

forgivable; not seriously wrong; minor

Example

His late arrival was considered a venial offense.

彼の遅れた到着は許しがたい違反と見なされました。

B2 adjective /θiˈætrɪkl/

theatrical

劇的

Meaning

Relating to the theater or exaggerated and dramatic in behavior or style.

Example

Her theatrical performance won the audience's applause.

彼女の劇的なパフォーマンスは観客の拍手を浴びた。

C2 verb /ˈkælvɪnaɪz/

calvinize

カルヴァン主義の原則を取り入れる

Meaning

to imbue with the principles or doctrines of Calvinism

Example

The preacher sought to calvinize the community with strict teachings.

伝道師は厳格な教義でコミュニティをカルヴァン主義化しようとした。

C1 proper noun ˈɡləʊbəl ˈfaʊndriz

GlobalFoundries

グローバルファウンドリーズ

Meaning

A specific company in semiconductor manufacturing.

Example

GlobalFoundries is a leading semiconductor company.

GlobalFoundriesは半導体業界のリーダーです。

C2 adjective /əbˈsiːkwɪəs/

obsequious

お世辞

Meaning

Excessively obedient or attentive in a servile way.

Example

The waiter gave an obsequious bow to every customer.

ウェイターは各顧客にお世辞のようなお辞儀をしました。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈtʃeɪndʒəbəl/

Unchangeable

変更不可能な; 固定された;

Meaning

not able to be changed or altered; fixed and permanent

Example

The laws of physics are unchangeable principles that govern the universe.

物理法則は変更不可能な原則であり、宇宙を支配しています。

C2 adjective /ˈvjuː.ləs/

Viewless

見えない; 意見なし

Meaning

invisible; having no views or opinions

Example

The ghost remained viewless to most people in the haunted house.

幽霊はお化け屋敷のほとんどの人々には見えませんでした。

A2 adjective /ˈselfɪʃ/

Selfish

利己的

Meaning

caring only about oneself rather than others

Example

He was too selfish to share his food with others.

彼は他の人と食べ物を共有するにはあまりにも自己中心的だった。

B2 adverb /ʌnˈdaʊtɪdli/

undoubtedly

間違いなく

Meaning

without a doubt, certainly

Example

He is undoubtedly the best player on the team.

彼は間違いなくチームで一番の選手です。

C2 adjective /ɪmˈpæsɪbəl/

impassible

無痛性

Meaning

Incapable of suffering or feeling pain (used mainly in theological or philosophical contexts).

Example

Some philosophers argue that God is impassible and cannot experience human emotions.

一部の哲学者は、神は無痛性であり、人間の感情を感じることはできないと主張しています。

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。

C1 noun /ˈbenɪˌfæktər/

Benefactor

恩人; 支援者; 寄付者

Meaning

a person who gives money or other help to support a person or cause; a patron

Example

The anonymous benefactor donated millions to the hospital.

匿名の寄付者は病院に何百万も寄付しました。

A1 noun /dɔːɡ/

Dog

犬

Meaning

a domesticated carnivorous mammal that is typically kept as a pet or for work

Example

The loyal dog waited patiently for its owner to return home.

忠実な犬は、主人が家に帰るのを辛抱強く待っていました。

C2 verb /ˈsɪbəleɪt/

sibilate

シューという音で発音する

Meaning

To pronounce with a hissing sound.

Example

The actor sibilated his lines for dramatic effect.

俳優はドラマチックな効果のためにセリフをシューという音で発音しました。

B2 noun /ˈmeɪər/

mayor

市長

Meaning

The elected head of a city, town, or municipality.

Example

The mayor announced a new policy to improve public transport.

市長は公共交通機関を改善するために新しい政策を発表しました。

B2 noun /ˈɡloʊbəl əˈwɛrnɪs/

global awareness

グローバル意識

Meaning

Worldwide consciousness and understanding of important issues that affect people globally, leading to informed action and policy changes.

Example

Global awareness of climate change is essential for policy changes.

気候変動に対するグローバル意識は政策変更にとって不可欠です。

B1 adjective /ˈkwɑː.lɪ.faɪd/

Qualified

資格のある; 証明された

Meaning

having the necessary skills, knowledge, or experience for a particular job or activity; certified

Example

She is a qualified doctor with years of experience.

彼女は多くの経験を持つ資格のある医者です。

C1 adjective /ˈstɒdʒi/

stodgy

退屈な、時代遅れな

Meaning

Dull, uninspired, or old-fashioned; also heavy and hard to digest when referring to food.

Example

The lecture was so stodgy that many students struggled to stay awake.

その講義はあまりにも退屈で、多くの学生が目を覚ますのに苦労しました。

C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzɪləreɪtɪŋ/

exhilarating

興奮させる

Meaning

Making someone feel very excited, happy, or thrilled.

Example

Skydiving was the most exhilarating experience of his life.

スカイダイビングは彼の人生で最も興奮する経験でした。

C1 verb /pərˈspaɪər/

perspire

汗をかく

Meaning

To give out sweat through the pores of the skin as a result of heat, physical exertion, or stress.

Example

He began to perspire after running for 10 minutes.

彼は10分間走った後、汗をかき始めました。

C1 adjective /ɪnˈfɜːm/

infirm

虚弱

Meaning

Weak, especially due to old age or illness.

Example

The infirm old man needed assistance to walk.

その虚弱な老人は歩くために助けが必要でした。

C1 noun /ˈtæntrəm/

tantrum

癇癪

Meaning

An uncontrolled outburst of anger and frustration, typically in a young child.

Example

The child threw a tantrum when he didn’t get the toy.

子供はおもちゃをもらえなくて癇癪を起こした。

B2 adjective /ˈstɑːrtəld/

startled

驚いた

Meaning

suddenly shocked or surprised by something unexpected

Example

She was startled by the loud noise outside.

彼女は外の大きな音に驚いた。

C1 verb /ɪɡˈzɒnəreɪt/

exonerate

免責

Meaning

To clear someone from blame or accusation.

Example

The court exonerated her from all charges.

裁判所は彼女をすべての告発から免除しました。

C2 adjective /rɪˈfjuː.tə.bəl/

Refutable

反証可能

Meaning

capable of being proven wrong or false; able to be disproved

Example

His theory was refutable because it could be tested experimentally.

彼の理論は実験的にテストできるので反証可能でした。

C1 noun/verb /rɪˈproʊtʃ/

reproach

非難 / 批判

Meaning

An expression of disapproval or disappointment; to criticize someone for doing wrong.

Example

She reproached him for arriving late to the meeting.

彼女は会議に遅れたことを彼に非難した。

C2 verb /diːˈlɪmɪt/

delimit

境界を設定する

Meaning

to fix the boundaries or limits of something

Example

The treaty was signed to delimit the borders of the two countries.

その条約は二国の境界を定めるために署名されました。

C2 noun /ˈænɪməs/

animus

敵意 / 目的

Meaning

A strong feeling of hostility; motivation or purpose behind an action.

Example

His speech was driven by animus against the policy.

彼のスピーチは政策に対する敵意によって駆り立てられた。

C1 verb /rɪˈsiːd/

recede

後退する

Meaning

To move back or further away from a previous position.

Example

The floodwaters began to recede after the heavy rain stopped.

激しい雨が止んだ後、洪水は後退し始めました。

C2 noun /spʌndʒ ɡɔːrd/

Sponse gourd

スポンジカボチャ

Meaning

a fibrous gourd that becomes sponge-like when dried, used for cleaning and in cooking when young

Example

The sponge gourd can be eaten when young or dried to make natural scrubbers.

スポンジカボチャは若い時に食べることができるか、乾燥させて自然のスポンジを作ることができます。

A2 noun /dʌk/

Duck

アヒル

Meaning

a waterbird with webbed feet and a broad flat bill

Example

The duck swam gracefully across the lake.

そのカモは湖を優雅に泳いでいました。

C2 noun /ɛmˈpɔːriəm/

emporium

大規模な店

Meaning

A large retail store selling a wide variety of goods.

Example

They visited the new emporium to buy furniture and home decor.

彼らは新しいエンポリウムを訪れて、家具とホームデコールを買いました。

C2 noun /ræpˈskæliən/

rapscallion

いたずら好きな人

Meaning

A mischievous or cheeky person; a rascal.

Example

The little rapscallion hid his brother’s shoes as a prank.

小さなラプスカリオンは兄の靴をいたずらで隠した。

A1 article /æn/

an

一つの（不定冠詞）

Meaning

used before a noun to refer to a non-specific item that begins with a vowel sound

Example

She ate an apple for breakfast.

彼女は朝食にリンゴを一つ食べた。

C1 noun /ˌeɪ.li.əˈneɪ.ʃən/

alienation

疎外

Meaning

The state of being isolated or estranged from a group or activity.

Example

The new policies created a sense of alienation among employees.

新しい政策は従業員の間に疎外感を生み出しました。

C2 adjective /ɔːˈrɔːrəl/

auroral

オーロラに関連する

Meaning

Relating to or resembling the aurora, especially the northern lights.

Example

The scientists observed auroral activity in the night sky.

科学者たちは夜空でオーロラルの活動を観察しました。

B1 verb /əˈsɪst/

assist

助ける

Meaning

to help or support someone in doing something

Example

The nurse will assist the doctor during the surgery.

看護師は手術中に医者をアシストします。

B1 noun /ˈprɛər/

prayer

祈り

Meaning

a solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to God or another deity

Example

She recited a prayer before the meal.

彼女は食事の前に祈りを捧げました。

C1 noun /ˈkɒndɪmənt/

condiment

調味料/ソース

Meaning

a substance such as salt, mustard, or ketchup that is used to add flavor to food

Example

Ketchup is a popular condiment in many countries.

ケチャップは多くの国で人気の調味料です。

C1 noun /ˈiːkwɪnɒks/

equinox

昼夜平衡

Meaning

The time or date when day and night are of equal length, occurring twice a year.

Example

The spring equinox marks the beginning of longer days.

春分は長い日が始まることを示します。

C1 noun /ˈɡaɪ.zər/

geyser

間欠泉

Meaning

A natural hot spring that intermittently ejects a column of water and steam into the air.

Example

The geyser erupted, shooting water high into the sky.

そのガイザーが噴火し、水を空高く吹き上げました。

B2 noun /ˈdʌbəl ˈdekər/

Double decker

二階建てバス

Meaning

a bus with two levels or floors for passengers

Example

The red double decker bus is a famous symbol of London.

赤いダブルデッカーバスはロンドンの有名なシンボルです。

A2 noun/verb/adjective /ˈsʌbdʒɪkt/ (noun), /səbˈdʒɛkt/ (verb)

subject

科目

Meaning

noun: a topic or theme; verb: to cause to undergo; adjective: dependent or under authority

Example

The teacher introduced a new subject in class.

先生はクラスで新しい科目を紹介しました。

B2 noun /ɪˈluː.ʒən/

Illusion

幻想

Meaning

a thing that is or is likely to be wrongly perceived or interpreted; a false idea or belief

Example

The magician created a spectacular illusion that made the elephant appear to vanish.

魔術師は壮観な幻想を作り、象が消えるように見えました。

C1 adverb /ˈhɛdˌlɔŋ/

headlong

無鉄砲に

Meaning

With the head leading; in a rush or without thinking.

Example

She rushed headlong into the new project.

彼女は無鉄砲に新しいプロジェクトに飛び込んだ。

B1 noun /ˌrɛdʒɪˈstreɪʃən/

registration

登録

Meaning

the action or process of enrolling or signing up for something

Example

The registration for the event will close tomorrow.

イベントの登録は明日締め切りです。

C1 noun /ˈduːmz.deɪ/

Doomsday

世界の終わり; 最後の審判の日

Meaning

the last day of the world's existence; a time of catastrophic destruction

Example

The preacher spoke about doomsday and the importance of preparing spiritually.

伝道師は世界の終わりと霊的な準備の重要性について話しました。

C2 adverb /əˈbæk/

Aback

驚いた

Meaning

by surprise; unexpectedly

Example

I was taken aback by his sudden announcement.

私は彼の突然の発表に驚きました。

C2 noun ˈsɒmnələns

somnolence

眠気

Meaning

A state of drowsiness or sleepiness; inclination to sleep.

Example

The somnolence after a heavy meal made it hard to concentrate.

重い食事の後、眠気が集中するのを難しくしました。

C2 adjective /ˈhɔːri/

hoary

灰色の, 古い

Meaning

gray or white with age; very old and respected

Example

The hoary oak tree stood as a witness to centuries of history.

古いオークの木は何世代にもわたる歴史の証人として立っていた。

B2 noun ˌel.ɪ.dʒəˈbɪl.ə.ti

eligibility

適格性

Meaning

The state of having the right to do or obtain something through satisfaction of the appropriate conditions.

Example

Eligibility criteria maintain fairness.

適格基準は公平性を維持します。

C1 noun /ˈɛkstrəˌvɜːrt/

extrovert

外向的な人

Meaning

a person who is outgoing, sociable, and energized by being around other people

Example

As an extrovert, she enjoys meeting new people at social events.

外向的な人として、彼女は社交的なイベントで新しい人々と出会うのが好きです。

C1 verb /kənˈviːn/

convene

集まる、会議や集会を召集する

Meaning

to come together or assemble, especially for a meeting or formal gathering

Example

The board will convene tomorrow to discuss the new policy.

ボードは明日新しい方針を議論するために召集されます。

A2 noun /wɪnd/

Wind

風

Meaning

the natural movement of air, especially in the form of a current of air blowing from a particular direction

Example

The wind blew the leaves off the trees.

風が木の葉を吹き飛ばした。

C2 adjective /əˈθɜːrst/

athirst

渇望している, 熱望している

Meaning

Very eager or desirous for something.

Example

The explorer was athirst for adventure.

探検家は冒険に渇望していた。

C2 adjective /ˈbʌsti/

busty

胸が豊かな

Meaning

having a large or full bust; describing a woman with a prominent chest

Example

The actress was often described as busty in fashion magazines.

その女優はファッション雑誌でよく胸が豊かなと表現された。

B2 adjective /ˈædvɜːrs/

Adverse

不利な; 有害な; 否定的な

Meaning

harmful; unfavorable; opposing; negative

Example

The adverse weather conditions forced them to cancel the event.

厳しい天候条件がイベントを中止させました。

B2 noun ˈɡloʊbəl ɪˈnɪʃətɪvz

global initiatives

グローバルなイニシアティブ

Meaning

Worldwide efforts or programs aimed at addressing global challenges or achieving common goals.

Example

Global initiatives inspire better waste management practices.

グローバルなイニシアティブは、より良い廃棄物管理の実践を奨励しています。

C1 adjective /ɪˈrɛvəkəbl/

irrevocable

取り消し不可能

Meaning

Not able to be revoked, changed, or undone.

Example

She made an irrevocable decision to leave the company.

彼女は会社を辞めるという取り消し不可能な決定を下した。

C2 noun /ɡaɪl/

guile

策略

Meaning

Cleverness or cunning used to achieve a goal, often in a deceptive way

Example

He used guile to win the negotiation.

彼は交渉で勝つために策略を使った。

A1 adjective /smɔːl/

Small

小さい; 限られた; 狭い

Meaning

little in size; not large; limited in extent or amount

Example

She lives in a small apartment near the university.

彼女は大学の近くの小さなアパートに住んでいます。

A2 verb /friːz/

freeze

凍る

Meaning

to become solid due to cold; to preserve by cold

Example

Water freezes at zero degrees Celsius.

水は零度で凍ります。

B2 noun /vaɪn/

vine

つる植物

Meaning

a climbing or trailing plant with long stems; a plant that produces grapes

Example

The vine climbed up the wall and covered it with green leaves.

そのつる植物は壁を登り、緑の葉で覆った。

B1 noun /tʃest/

Chest

胸部; 箱

Meaning

the front surface of a person's or animal's body between the neck and abdomen; a large strong box

Example

The doctor listened to his chest with a stethoscope.

医者は聴診器で彼の胸部を聞いた。

B2 adjective ˌpriːhɪˈstɒrɪk

prehistoric

先史時代の, 書かれた記録の前の時間

Meaning

Belonging to the time before written records.

Example

The prehistoric era was marked by the rise of early humans.

先史時代は初期の人類の台頭によって特徴付けられました。

C1 verb /smɪr/

smear

塗る / 中傷する

Meaning

to spread or apply a substance messily; to damage someone's reputation with false or unfair words

Example

The child smeared paint across the wall.

子供が壁にペンキを塗った。

B2 adjective /səˈpɔːtɪv/

supportive

支援的な

Meaning

providing encouragement or emotional help to someone

Example

She was very supportive during my difficult times.

彼女は私の困難な時期に非常に支援的でした。

B2 noun ˌɪr.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən

irrigation

灌漑

Meaning

The artificial application of water to land or soil.

Example

Irrigation systems improve crop yields in dry regions.

灌漑システムは乾燥した地域で作物の収穫量を増加させます。

C2 noun mʌnˈdeɪ.nɪ.ti

mundanity

平凡

Meaning

The quality of being ordinary, routine, or lacking excitement.

Example

The mundanity of office life can be exhausting.

オフィスの生活の平凡さは疲れることがあります。

C1 verb /ˈhaɪbərˌneɪt/

hibernate

冬眠する

Meaning

To spend the winter in a dormant state, as some animals do.

Example

Bears hibernate in caves during the winter.

クマは冬に洞窟で冬眠します。

B1 verb /bʌmp/

bump

衝突

Meaning

To hit something or someone by accident; to knock against something.

Example

He accidentally bumped into the door.

彼はドアに偶然ぶつかった。

Meaning

A formal event or occasion, often with rituals and traditions.

Example

The graduation ceremony was held in the university hall.

C1 noun /ˈɜːr.θən pɒt/

Earthen pot

土鍋

Meaning

a container made of baked clay or earth, used for cooking or storing

Example

The earthen pot keeps water naturally cool in summer.

土鍋は夏に水を自然に冷たく保ちます。

C1 noun ɡrɪt

grit

決意

Meaning

Long-term determination and perseverance in the face of hardship and challenges.

Example

His grit and hard work led him to success.

彼の決意と努力は彼を成功へと導いた。

C1 noun /ˈdæɡ.ər/

Dagger

短剣

Meaning

a short knife with a pointed blade used as a weapon

Example

The ancient warrior carried a silver dagger.

古代の戦士は銀の短剣を携えていた。

B2 verb /ˌriːprəˈdjuːs/

reproduce

再生する, 繁殖する

Meaning

To make a copy of something; to generate offspring.

Example

Many animals reproduce rapidly in favorable conditions.

多くの動物は好ましい条件下で急速に繁殖します。

B1 adjective /ˌækəˈdɛmɪk/

academic

学問的

Meaning

related to education, learning, or scholarly activities

Example

She has an outstanding academic record.

彼女は優れた学問的記録を持っています。

A1 noun /piːs/

piece

一片

Meaning

a portion or part of something

Example

He gave me a piece of cake.

彼は私にケーキの一切れをくれました。

C1 adverb /ˈɒp.tɪ.məl.i/

optimally

最適に

Meaning

In the most effective or efficient way possible.

Example

Tasks should be allocated optimally for maximum output.

タスクは最大の成果を上げるために最適に割り当てるべきです。

C2 noun /ˈdʒɪŋɡoʊɪst/

jingoist

ジンゴイスト

Meaning

a person who supports jingoism; an extreme nationalist with aggressive foreign policies

Example

He was labeled a jingoist for his extreme views.

彼は自分の極端な意見のためにジンゴイストとレッテルを貼られた。

C1 noun /ˈbrɛvɪti/

brevity

Meaning

Concise and exact use of words in writing or speech.

Example

The brevity of the speech kept the audience engaged.

B2 noun /ˈɡæm.blər/

Gambler

ギャンブラー

Meaning

a person who gambles regularly, typically someone who cannot resist the urge to gamble

Example

The experienced gambler knew when to fold his cards and when to bet big.

経験豊富なギャンブラーは、カードを折る時と大きな賭けをする時を知っていました。