B2 adjective ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡreɪ.tɪd

integrated

統合された

Meaning

Combining or coordinating separate elements so as to provide a harmonious, interrelated whole.

Example

Integrated systems optimize efficiency.

統合されたシステムは効率を最適化します。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈviːniənt/

Inconvenient

不便な; 面倒な; 困難な

Meaning

causing trouble, difficulties, or discomfort; awkward; troublesome

Example

The broken elevator made it inconvenient to reach the top floor.

壊れたエレベーターは、最上階に到達するのを不便にしました。

B2 verb /ˌɪntərˈviːn/

intervene

介入する

Meaning

To come between people, groups, or events, often to prevent conflict or improve a situation.

Example

The teacher had to intervene to stop the fight between the students.

教師は生徒たちの間で喧嘩を止めるために介入しなければならなかった。

B2 adjective /ˈɪnˌsaɪtfəl/

insightful

洞察力のある

Meaning

Showing deep understanding or perceptiveness.

Example

The professor gave an insightful lecture on global economics.

教授はグローバル経済に関する洞察力のある講義を行いました。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdjuːs/

induce

誘発する

Meaning

to cause or persuade someone to do something; to bring about a result

Example

The doctor induced sleep with a mild sedative.

医師は軽い鎮静剤で睡眠を引き起こしました。

B2 noun /ɪnˈfɪnɪti/

infinity

無限

Meaning

A concept describing something without any limit or end.

Example

The universe seems to stretch into infinity.

宇宙は無限に広がっているように見える。

B2 noun /ˈɪnfənt/

infant

乳児

Meaning

A very young child or baby.

Example

The infant was sleeping peacefully in the cradle.

乳児はゆりかごで静かに眠っていました。

B2 noun /ˈɪnstɪŋkt/

instinct

本能

Meaning

A natural way of behaving or reacting that does not require learning.

Example

Birds build nests by instinct.

鳥は本能で巣を作ります。

B2 noun /ˌɪmɪˈɡreɪʃən/

immigration

移民

Meaning

the action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country

Example

Immigration policies vary from country to country.

移民政策は国によって異なります。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnsəˈfɪʃənt/

insufficient

不十分

Meaning

Not enough; inadequate.

Example

His explanation was insufficient to clear the confusion.

彼の説明は混乱を解消するには不十分でした。

B2 verb /ɪnˈhæbɪt/

inhabit

住む

Meaning

to live in; to occupy as a dwelling

Example

Many animals inhabit the forest.

多くの動物が森に住んでいます。

B2 noun /ˌaɪ.səˈleɪ.ʃən/

Isolation

隔離

Meaning

the process or fact of isolating or being isolated; separation from other people or things

Example

The patient was kept in isolation to prevent the spread of the infectious disease.

患者は感染症の拡大を防ぐために隔離されました。

B2 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈzɪstəbəl/

Irresistible

抗し難い

Meaning

too attractive and tempting to be resisted; impossible to resist

Example

The chocolate cake was absolutely irresistible.

チョコレートケーキは絶対に抵抗できないほど魅力的だった。

B2 verb ɪnˈvɛst.ɪŋ

investing

投資

Meaning

The act of putting money into financial schemes, shares, property, or a commercial venture with the expectation of achieving a profit.

Example

Investing in stocks can generate long-term wealth.

株式投資は長期的な富を生むことができます。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnɪˈfɪʃənt/

Inefficient

非効率的

Meaning

not achieving maximum productivity; wasteful of time or resources

Example

The old computer system was inefficient and wasted a lot of time.

古いコンピュータシステムは非効率的で、多くの時間を無駄にしました。

B2 verb /ɪnˈkɔːrpəreɪt/

incorporate

組み込む

Meaning

to include something as part of a whole; to form a corporation

Example

The new design incorporates advanced technology.

新しいデザインは先進技術を組み込みます。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈklaɪnd/

inclined

傾向がある

Meaning

having a tendency or disposition toward something

Example

He is inclined to help those in need.

彼は困っている人々を助ける傾向がある。

B2 adjective ɪnˈev.ɪ.tə.bəl

inevitable

避けられない

Meaning

Certain to happen; unavoidable.

Example

Death is an inevitable part of life.

死は人生の避けられない一部です。

B2 noun, verb /ɪntʃ/

inch

インチ / ゆっくり動く

Meaning

A unit of length equal to 2.54 centimeters; or to move slowly and carefully in small amounts.

Example

She inched closer to the edge of the stage.

彼女はステージの端にゆっくり近づいた。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtækt/

intact

完全

Meaning

Remaining whole, complete, and undamaged.

Example

Despite the storm, the old house remained intact.

嵐にもかかわらず、古い家は完全な状態を保っていました。

B2 noun /ɪmˈpeɪʃəns/

impatience

忍耐力不足

Meaning

The state of being quickly irritated or unable to wait calmly.

Example

His impatience grew as the meeting dragged on.

会議が長引くにつれて、彼の忍耐力不足が増しました。

B2 noun /ɪmˈpɒlɪtnəs/

impoliteness

無礼さ

Meaning

lack of good manners or courtesy; rude behavior

Example

His impoliteness towards the guests shocked everyone.

彼の客に対する無礼さは皆を驚かせた。

B2 verb /ɪnˈstrʌkt/

instruct

指示する

Meaning

to teach; to give directions

Example

The teacher instructed the students carefully.

先生は生徒に注意深く指示しました。

B2 verb /ɪnˈʃʊər/

insure

保険をかける

Meaning

to provide insurance; to make certain

Example

I need to insure my new car.

私は新しい車を保険に入れる必要があります。

B2 verb /ˈɪl.ə.streɪt/

illustrate

説明する

Meaning

to explain or make something clear by using examples, pictures, or comparisons

Example

The teacher used diagrams to illustrate the concept.

先生はその概念を説明するために図を使いました。

B2 adjective + noun aɪˈdiːəl ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt

ideal environment

理想的な環境

Meaning

Perfect or most suitable conditions for growth or development

Example

Winter creates an ideal environment for vegetable growth.

冬は野菜の成長に理想的な環境を作り出します。

B2 noun /ɪnˈfek.ʃən/

Infection

感染

Meaning

the process of infecting or the state of being infected; a disease caused by germs

Example

The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the bacterial infection in her throat.

医師は彼女の喉の細菌感染を治療するために抗生物質を処方しました。

B2 noun /ɪnˈkluːʒən/

inclusion

インクルージョン

Meaning

the action or state of including or being included within a group or structure

Example

Diversity and inclusion are key values in modern workplaces.

多様性とインクルージョンは現代の職場における重要な価値観です。

B2 adjective /ˈɪnfɪnɪt/

infinite

無限

Meaning

limitless or endless in space, extent, or number

Example

The universe is often described as infinite.

宇宙はしばしば無限だと説明されます。

B2 verb ˈɪmplɪmentɪd

implemented

実施された

Meaning

Put a decision or plan into effect; carried out or executed.

Example

The master plans were partially implemented.

マスタープランは部分的に実施されました。

B2 noun /ˈɪnˌteɪk/

intake

摂取

Meaning

the process of taking something in, especially food or drink

Example

He monitored his daily intake of calories to maintain a healthy diet.

彼は健康的な食事を維持するために毎日のカロリー摂取量を監視しました。

B2 adjective ˌɪnɪˈfɛktɪv

ineffective

効果がない

Meaning

Not producing any significant or desired effect; not achieving the intended result.

Example

Rote learning often proves to be ineffective.

暗記学習はしばしば効果がないことが証明されます。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtɒlərənt/

intolerant

不寛容

Meaning

unwilling to accept or respect beliefs or behavior different from one's own

Example

He is intolerant of any opinion that differs from his own.

彼は自分の意見と異なる意見を全く容認しません。

B2 adjective /aɪˈrɒnɪk/

ironic

皮肉な、風刺的な

Meaning

happening in the opposite way to what is expected, often amusing or sarcastic

Example

It is ironic that the fire station burned down.

消防署が焼けるのは皮肉です。

B2 adjective /ˈɪɡ.nər.ənt/

Ignorant

無知

Meaning

lacking knowledge or awareness; uninformed

Example

She was ignorant about the new technology trends.

彼女は新しい技術のトレンドについて無知でした。

B2 verb /ˈɪmɪɡreɪt/

immigrate

移住する

Meaning

to come to live permanently in a foreign country

Example

He immigrated to Canada five years ago.

彼は5年前にカナダに移住しました。

B2 adjective/noun /ɪˈrɑːki/

iraqi

イラクの

Meaning

relating to Iraq or its people

Example

The Iraqi culture is rich and diverse.

イラクの文化は豊かで多様です。

B2 noun ɪˈlɪtərəsi

illiteracy

識字率の低さ

Meaning

The inability to read and write; lack of education or knowledge in a particular area.

Example

Illiteracy often leads to poverty and unemployment.

識字率の低さは貧困や失業を引き起こすことがよくあります。

B2 adjective /ˌɪd.iˈɒt.ɪk/

Idiotic

愚か

Meaning

extremely stupid; foolish; senseless

Example

His idiotic behavior embarrassed everyone at the meeting.

彼の愚かな行動は会議でみんなを困らせた。

B2 noun /ˌɪntəˈrʌpʃən/

interruption

中断

Meaning

the act of stopping or breaking the continuity of something; a pause caused by an external action

Example

The meeting was delayed due to an unexpected interruption.

予期しない中断のため会議は遅れた。

B2 adjective /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idle

怠惰な; 非活動的な; 使われていない

Meaning

lazy; inactive; not working or being used

Example

The factory workers were idle during the strike.

工場の労働者はストライキ中に暇だった。

B2 adjective /ɪˈrɛləvənt/

Irrelevant

無関係な

Meaning

not connected with or relevant to something; having no bearing on the matter

Example

Your past mistakes are irrelevant to this discussion.

あなたの過去の過ちはこの議論には無関係です。

B2 adjective /ˈaɪsi/

Icy

氷のような; 非常に冷たい; 敵対的

Meaning

extremely cold; covered with ice; unfriendly or hostile

Example

The icy wind made everyone shiver.

氷のような風が皆を震えさせた。

B2 verb /ɪnˈtɜːrprət/

interpret

Meaning

to explain the meaning of something; to translate orally

Example

She had to interpret the speech for the foreign guests.

B2 verb /ɪnˈdʌldʒ/

indulge

楽しむ

Meaning

to allow oneself to enjoy something enjoyable, often excessively

Example

He indulged in a piece of chocolate cake after dinner.

彼はディナーの後でチョコレートケーキの一切れを楽しんだ。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnsɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

insignificant

重要でない

Meaning

Too small or unimportant to be worth considering.

Example

The cost was so insignificant that nobody noticed it.

そのコストは重要でなく、誰もそれに気づかなかった。

B2 adjective /ɪsˈlɑːmɪk/

islamic

イスラームの

Meaning

relating to Islam, its followers, or its teachings

Example

The city has many Islamic cultural centers.

その都市には多くのイスラーム文化センターがあります。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtɛns/

intense

強烈

Meaning

Of extreme force, degree, or strength.

Example

She felt intense pain after the accident.

事故後、彼女は強烈な痛みを感じました。

B2 noun /ɪnˈdʌstriəl ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən/

Industrial Revolution

産業革命

Meaning

The rapid development of industry that occurred in Britain in the late 18th and 19th centuries, brought about by the introduction of machinery and characterized by the use of steam power and the growth of factories.

Example

The Industrial Revolution marked a shift in production processes.

産業革命は生産プロセスにおける変化を示しました。

B2 noun /ɪnˈkwaɪəri/ or /ˈɪnkwəri/

inquiry

調査 / 問い合わせ

Meaning

An act of asking for information; an investigation into something.

Example

The committee launched an inquiry into the financial irregularities.

委員会は財務の不正行為に関する調査を開始しました。

B2 adverb /ˌɪndəˈrɛktli/

indirectly

間接的に

Meaning

in a way that is not direct; through an intermediate means or influence

Example

The policy affected small businesses indirectly.

その政策は中小企業に間接的に影響した。

B2 noun /ɪnˈsɪstəns/

insistence

強い要求

Meaning

the act of demanding something firmly or repeatedly

Example

At his insistence, we stayed longer.

彼の強い要求で、私たちは長く滞在しました。

B2 noun /ɪnˈspekʃən/

inspection

検査

Meaning

a careful examination of something, especially to check that it is correct or safe

Example

The building passed the safety inspection last week.

その建物は先週、安全検査に合格しました。

B2 adjective /aɪˈrɒnɪkəl/

ironical

皮肉な

Meaning

expressing irony; having the nature of irony

Example

Her ironical tone made everyone uncomfortable.

彼女の皮肉な口調は、皆を不快にさせました。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnkəmˈpliːt/

incomplete

不完全

Meaning

Not finished, lacking some parts or not whole.

Example

Her report was incomplete and needed further details.

彼女の報告は不完全で、詳細が必要でした。

B2 noun, verb /ˌɪnkənˈviːniəns/

inconvenience

不便

Meaning

trouble or difficulty caused to someone; to cause trouble or difficulty to someone

Example

We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the delay.

遅延によって生じた不便についてお詫びします。

B2 verb /ˈɪnəveɪt/

innovate

革新

Meaning

To introduce new methods, ideas, or products.

Example

The company must innovate to stay ahead of its competitors.

その企業は競争相手を追い越すために革新を続けなければならない。

B2 verb /ˈɪmɪteɪt/

imitate

真似る

Meaning

to copy the behavior or manner of someone or something

Example

Children often imitate their parents' behavior.

子供たちはしばしば親の行動を真似します。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈfɔːrmətɪv/

Informative

有益な

Meaning

giving or providing useful information; educational; instructive

Example

The documentary was very informative and educational.

そのドキュメンタリーはとても有益で教育的でした。

B2 verb /ɪnˈheɪl/

inhale

吸う

Meaning

to breathe in; to draw air into the lungs

Example

Take a deep breath and inhale slowly.

深く息を吸い、ゆっくり吸い込みます。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈkeɪpəbəl/

incapable

無能力な

Meaning

lacking the ability, skill, or capacity to do something

Example

He is incapable of understanding complex instructions.

彼は複雑な指示を理解できない。

B2 adjective /ɪˈmætʃʊr/

Immature

未熟; 完全に発達していない; 子供っぽい

Meaning

not fully developed; lacking emotional or intellectual development; childish

Example

His immature behavior during the meeting disappointed everyone.

会議中の彼の未熟な行動は、皆を失望させました。

B2 noun ɪnˈtɛɡrɪti

integrity

誠実

Meaning

The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.

Example

Teachers' integrity fosters a positive learning environment.

教師のインテグリティは、積極的な学習環境を促進します。

B2 noun, verb /ˈɪnstɪˌtjuːt/

institute

インスティチュート

Meaning

as a noun, an organization founded for a specific purpose; as a verb, to establish or initiate

Example

The university decided to institute new rules for the library.

大学は図書館のために新しいルールを設立することを決定しました。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈdɪf.ər.ənt/

indifferent

無関心

Meaning

having no particular interest or concern; not caring one way or another

Example

She was indifferent to the outcome of the match.

彼女は試合の結果に無関心だった。

B2 adjective /ɪˈmens/

Immense

巨大な; 膨大な; 非常に大きい

Meaning

extremely large or great; huge

Example

The immense mountain range stretched across the horizon.

その巨大な山脈は地平線を越えて広がっていました。

B2 noun ˌɪn.təˈven.ʃən

intervention

介入

Meaning

The action or process of intervening; involvement in a situation to improve or help it.

Example

The intervention of the UN was crucial in resolving the conflict.

国連の介入は紛争を解決する上で重要だった。

B2 noun /ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊərɪti/

insecurity

不安感

Meaning

lack of confidence or assurance; a state of uncertainty or vulnerability

Example

Her insecurity made her doubt her abilities despite her experience.

彼女の不安感は彼女に自分の能力を疑わせた。

B2 noun ˌɪn.əˈveɪ.ʃən

innovation

革新

Meaning

The action or process of innovating; a new method, idea, product, etc.

Example

Innovation drives solutions to global challenges.

革新は世界的な課題への解決策を促進します。

B2 adjective, noun /ˌɪn.təlˈɛk.tʃu.əl/

intellectual

知的な

Meaning

Relating to the intellect; a person who engages in critical thinking and study.

Example

She enjoys intellectual discussions about philosophy.

彼女は哲学についての知的な議論を楽しんでいます。

B2 adjective /ɪˈmædʒ.ɪ.nər.i/

Imaginary

想像上の; 虚構の; 現実でない

Meaning

existing only in imagination; not real; fictional

Example

The child had an imaginary friend who she talked to every day.

その子は毎日話す想像上の友達がいました。

B2 adjective /ˈɪrɪteɪtɪd/

irritated

いらいらした

Meaning

feeling annoyed or impatient; having inflamed or sore physical condition

Example

She felt irritated by the constant noise outside her window.

窓の外の絶え間ない騒音に彼女はいらいらした。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdʒɛkt/

inject

注射する

Meaning

To introduce a substance, especially a drug, into the body using a needle.

Example

The nurse will inject the vaccine into the patient's arm.

看護師は患者の腕にワクチンを注射します。

B2 noun /ɪnˈventər/

inventor

発明家

Meaning

a person who creates or designs something new, especially a device, method, or process

Example

The inventor patented her new medical device.

その発明家は新しい医療機器の特許を取得した。

B2 adjective aɪˈkɒnɪk

iconic

象徴的な

Meaning

Very famous or popular, especially being considered to represent particular opinions or a particular time.

Example

The line "It was the best of times..." is iconic.

"それは最良の時代だった…"というセリフは象徴的です。

B2 noun ˈɪn.deks

index

インデックス

Meaning

An alphabetical list of names, subjects, etc. with references to the places where they occur, typically found at the end of a book; a sign or measure of something.

Example

An index organizes critical data.

インデックスは重要なデータを整理します。

B2 noun ˈɪndɪkeɪtə

indicator

指標

Meaning

A thing that indicates the state or level of something.

Example

The unemployment rate is a key indicator of economic health.

失業率は経済の健康の重要な指標です。

B2 noun /ˈaɪrəni/

irony

皮肉

Meaning

a situation that is strange or amusing because it is the opposite of what is expected; the use of words to convey the opposite meaning

Example

The irony of the situation was that the winner forgot his own prize.

その状況の皮肉は、勝者が自分の賞を忘れたことでした。

B2 noun ˌɪn.tɪˈɡreɪ.ʃən

integration

統合。統一。

Meaning

The action or process of integrating; the process of combining or adding parts to make a unified whole.

Example

Integration of networks will improve global communication.

ネットワークの統合は、グローバルなコミュニケーションを改善します。

B2 adjective ɪnˈdɪdʒɪnəs

indigenous

先住民の

Meaning

Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.

Example

Indigenous plants are well adapted to the local environment.

先住民の植物は地元の環境にうまく適応しています。

B2 noun /ˌɪm.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

Imitation

模倣; コピー; レプリカ

Meaning

the action of using someone or something as a model; a copy of something original

Example

His imitation of the famous actor was so good that everyone burst into laughter.

彼の有名な俳優のイミテーションはとても上手で、みんなが笑い出しました。

B2 adjective ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntl

instrumental

重要な

Meaning

Serving as a crucial means, agent, or tool; having a part in bringing about a result.

Example

Children can be instrumental in building a better society.

子供たちは、より良い社会を作るために重要な役割を果たすことができます。

B2 adverb /ɪmˈpeɪʃəntli/

impatiently

いらいらして

Meaning

in a manner showing annoyance or restlessness due to delay or waiting

Example

She tapped her fingers impatiently while waiting for the reply.

彼女は返事を待ちながらいらいらして指を叩いていた。

B2 adjective /ɪˈlɪt.ər.ət/

Illiterate

識字障害者; 読み書きができない; 無知

Meaning

unable to read or write; lacking education

Example

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

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

B2 adjective ˌɪn.təˈræk.tɪv

interactive

インタラクティブ

Meaning

Allowing a two-way flow of information between it and a user, responding to the user's input.

Example

Interactive learning keeps students engaged in lessons.

インタラクティブな学習は、学生が授業に参加し続けるのを助けます。

B2 noun ɪnˈdʒʌstɪs

injustice

不正義

Meaning

Lack of fairness or justice; the practice of being unjust or unfair.

Example

The story portrays the injustices faced by the common people.

物語は一般の人々が直面する不正義を描いています。

B2 verb ˈɪmplɪment

implement

実施する

Meaning

To put a decision or plan into effect; to execute or apply.

Example

Implementing educational policies is essential for progress.

教育政策を実施することは進歩にとって重要です。

B2 adjective ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡrəl

integral

不可欠

Meaning

Necessary to make a complete whole; essential or fundamental.

Example

Exercise is an integral part of a healthy lifestyle.

運動は健康的なライフスタイルの不可欠な部分です。

B2 noun /ɪsˈlɑːm/

islam

イスラム教

Meaning

the religion founded by the Prophet Muhammad, based on belief in one God (Allah)

Example

Islam emphasizes peace, justice, and compassion.

イスラム教は平和、正義、そして慈悲を強調します。

B2 noun ɪˈmjuː.nɪ.ti

immunity

免疫力

Meaning

The ability of an organism to resist a particular infection or toxin by the action of specific antibodies.

Example

A strong immunity protects against infections.

強い免疫力は感染症から守ります。

B2 verb /ɪmˈpoʊz/

impose

課す

Meaning

to force someone to accept something; to establish or apply by authority

Example

The government imposed new taxes on luxury goods.

政府は高級品に新しい税を課した。

B2 noun /ˌɪntərˈfɪərəns/

interference

干渉

Meaning

the action of interfering with something

Example

The radio signal was disrupted due to interference from nearby electronics.

近くの電子機器からの干渉で、ラジオ信号が途絶えました。

B2 noun /ˌɪntərˈsɛkʃən/

intersection

交差点

Meaning

a point where two or more things intersect, especially a road or path

Example

The intersection of Main Street and 5th Avenue is always busy.

メインストリートと5番街の交差点はいつも混んでいます。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈseɪn/

insane

狂気

Meaning

mentally ill; extremely foolish or unreasonable

Example

The idea of jumping off the cliff seemed insane.

崖から飛び降りる考えは狂気のように思えた。

B2 adjective ˈaɪsəˌleɪtɪd

isolated

孤立した

Meaning

Alone or separated from others; having little or no contact with other people.

Example

Technological advancements often leave people isolated.

技術の進歩はしばしば人々を孤立させる。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːrfɪkt/

imperfect

不完全

Meaning

Not perfect; having faults or flaws.

Example

The painting was beautiful despite being imperfect.

その絵は美しかったが、完璧ではなかった。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈædɪkwət/

inadequate

不十分

Meaning

Not sufficient or good enough.

Example

The funding was inadequate to complete the project.

プロジェクトを完成させるには資金が不十分でした。

B2 verb /ɪmˈprɪzən/

imprison

投獄する

Meaning

to put someone in prison; to confine or restrict someone's freedom

Example

The judge imprisoned the criminal for five years.

裁判官は犯罪者を5年間投獄しました。

B2 noun /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idol

偶像; 崇拝される人物

Meaning

an image or representation of a god used as an object of worship; a person who is greatly admired

Example

The singer became a teenage idol after her hit song topped the charts worldwide.

その歌手はヒットソングが世界中のチャートで1位に達した後、ティーンエイジャーのアイドルとなった。

B2 verb aɪˈdɛntɪfaɪd

identified

特定された

Meaning

To recognize or establish who or what someone or something is.

Example

The root causes of the issue need to be identified.

問題の根本的な原因は特定される必要があります。

B2 noun /ɪnˈdʒɛkʃən/

injection

Meaning

the act of introducing a substance into the body through a needle

Example

The nurse gave me an injection to prevent the infection.

B2 noun /ɪnˈspɛktər/

inspector

検査官

Meaning

An official employed to ensure regulations are obeyed or standards are met.

Example

The inspector carefully checked the restaurant's kitchen for hygiene standards.

検査官はレストランのキッチンを衛生基準に従って慎重に確認しました。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈkluːsɪv/

inclusive

包括的

Meaning

Including all the services, facilities, or items normally expected or required; not excluding any section of society or any party involved.

Example

Inclusive growth benefits all sections of society.

包括的な成長は、社会のすべての層に利益をもたらします。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈsɛnsətɪv/

insensitive

無神経な

Meaning

Showing or feeling no concern for others' feelings.

Example

His insensitive comment hurt her deeply.

彼の無神経なコメントは彼女を深く傷つけました。

B2 verb /ɪtʃ/

itch

かゆみ

Meaning

to feel an urge to scratch; to have a restless desire

Example

My skin itches from the mosquito bites.

蚊に刺されて肌がかゆいです。

B2 adjective /ɪˈmædʒɪnəbl/

imaginable

想像できる

Meaning

Capable of being imagined or conceived.

Example

They offered every imaginable type of food at the festival.

彼らはフェスティバルであらゆる想像できるタイプの食べ物を提供しました。

B2 adjective /ˈɪmɪnənt/

imminent

差し迫った

Meaning

About to happen; likely to occur very soon.

Example

Dark clouds signaled that a storm was imminent.

暗い雲は嵐が迫っていることを示していた。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈvɪz.ə.bəl/

Invisible

見えない

Meaning

unable to be seen; not visible to the eye

Example

The bacteria are invisible without a microscope.

細菌は顕微鏡なしでは見えません。

B2 noun /ɪnˈsaɪdə/

insider

インサイダー

Meaning

a person within a group or organization who has access to confidential information

Example

He was an insider who knew all the company's secrets.

彼は会社のすべての秘密を知っているインサイダーでした。

B2 adverb /ɪmˈpɔːtəntli/

importantly

重要な方法で

Meaning

in a way that is of great significance or value

Example

Importantly, the report highlights the need for immediate action.

重要な方法で、報告書は即時の行動の必要性を強調しました。

B2 verb /ˌɪntərˈfɪər/

interfere

幸せ

Meaning

to become involved in something that is not your concern; to hinder or obstruct

Example

Parents should not interfere in their children’s personal choices.

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。

B2 noun ɪnˈfleɪʃən

inflation

インフレーション

Meaning

A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money.

Example

Inflation erodes the purchasing power of consumers.

インフレーションは消費者の購買力を減少させる。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnəˈproʊpriət/

inappropriate

不適切

Meaning

not suitable or proper in the circumstances

Example

It was inappropriate to talk loudly in the library.

図書館で大声で話すのは不適切でした。

B2 noun /aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

identification

身分証明

Meaning

the process of recognizing or proving who or what someone or something is

Example

You need proper identification to enter the building.

ビルに入るには適切な身分証明が必要です。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈfɪə.ri.ər/

inferior

劣等

Meaning

Of lower quality, rank, or status.

Example

This material is inferior to the one we used before.

この素材は以前使ったものより劣っています。

B2 noun /ɪnˈvɛstɪˌɡeɪtər/

investigator

幸福

Meaning

a person who carries out a formal inquiry or investigation

Example

The investigator gathered evidence from the crime scene.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸福を隠すことができませんでした。

B2 noun ɪnˌdʌstrɪəlaɪˈzeɪʃən

industrialization

産業化

Meaning

The development of industries in a country or region on a wide scale.

Example

Industrialization changed the global economy dramatically.

産業化は世界経済を劇的に変えました。

B2 verb ɪmˈpoʊz

imposes

課す

Meaning

To establish or apply by authority; to force something unwelcome or unfamiliar to be accepted or put in place.

Example

Pollution imposes harmful effects on the environment.

汚染は環境に有害な影響を課します。

B2 verb /ɪnˈfɜːr/

infer

Meaning

to conclude or deduce something from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements

Example

From his silence, I inferred that he was not happy with the decision.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/

intensive

集中的

Meaning

Involving a lot of effort, energy, or concentration in a short period of time.

Example

She attended an intensive English course before moving abroad.

彼女は海外に引っ越す前に、集中的な英語コースを受講しました。

B2 verb /ɪnˈspekt/

inspect

検査する

Meaning

to examine something carefully to check for problems or faults

Example

The engineer will inspect the building for structural damage.

エンジニアは建物の構造的な損傷を検査します。