A2 adjective /ˈleɪtɪst/

latest

Luck

運

Meaning

success or failure apparently brought by chance rather than through one's own actions

Example

She had good luck with her job interview.

彼女は面接で良い運を持っていました。

C2 noun /ˈlɪθəˌɡræf/

lithograph

リトグラフ (石版印刷)

Meaning

a print made by lithography, often artistic

Example

The museum displayed a rare lithograph from the 19th century.

博物館では19世紀の珍しいリトグラフが展示されていました。

C1 adjective /ˈlaʊzi/

lousy

ひどい

Meaning

of very poor quality; bad or unpleasant

Example

He felt lousy after catching the flu.

インフルエンザにかかった後、彼はひどく感じた。

C2 noun /ˈlɔɪtərər/

loiterer

目的もなく場所にいる人

Meaning

A person who lingers aimlessly in a place without purpose.

Example

The police questioned the loiterer outside the store.

警察は店の外でロイタラーに尋問をした。

A1 adverb /ˈleɪtər/

later

後で

Meaning

At a time subsequent to a reference time; afterwards.

Example

We will discuss the details later.

私たちは後で詳細について話します。

C2 adverb/adjective /lɪˈɡɑːtoʊ/

legato

音楽で、滑らかでつながりのある演奏または歌唱

Meaning

In music, played or sung smoothly and connectedly.

Example

The pianist played the passage legato, with each note flowing into the next.

ピアニストはレガートでパッセージを弾き、各ノートが次に繋がっていった。

C1 noun /lɪˈkjʊər/

liqueur

甘いリキュール

Meaning

A strong, sweet alcoholic drink flavored with fruits, herbs, or spices.

Example

She served a small glass of cherry liqueur after dinner.

夕食後に小さなチェリーリキュールを出しました。

C1 noun/adjective /ˈlɛzbiən/

lesbian

レズビアン

Meaning

a woman who is romantically or sexually attracted to other women

Example

She is a proud lesbian and advocates for equal rights.

彼女は誇り高いレズビアンで、平等な権利を支持しています。

B1 noun /lɪd/

Lid

ふた

Meaning

a removable or hinged cover for the top of a container

Example

Please put the lid back on the jar.

ジャーの蓋を元に戻してください。

C2 adjective /ˈlɔːdəˌtɔːri/

laudatory

賞賛の

Meaning

Expressing praise or admiration.

Example

She wrote a laudatory review of the new book.

彼女は新しい本の賛辞のレビューを書いた。

C2 adjective /ˈlɪɡ.ni.əs/

ligneous

木質の

Meaning

having the texture or appearance of wood; woody

Example

The ligneous stem supported the heavy flowers.

木質の茎が重い花を支えました。

C2 verb /ˈlæs.ə.reɪt/

lacerate

裂ける、引き裂く

Meaning

to tear or cut deeply in the skin or flesh

Example

The broken glass lacerated his hand.

壊れたガラスが彼の手を切った。

C1 noun /ˈleɪ.dəl/

Ladle

おたま

Meaning

a large deep spoon with a long handle, used for serving soup or other liquids

Example

Use the ladle to serve the hot soup into bowls.

熱いスープをボウルに注ぐためにおたまを使ってください。

B1 noun /læk/

Lack

不足; 欠如

Meaning

the state of being without or not having enough of something; absence or shortage

Example

The lack of rain this summer has caused serious problems for farmers.

この夏の雨不足が農家に深刻な問題を引き起こしました。

B2 noun /lɔːɡ/

Log

丸太

Meaning

a piece of a dead or felled tree trunk or branch, especially one stripped of bark

Example

They sat on a log by the campfire.

彼らはキャンプファイヤーのそばで丸太に座った。

B2 adjective ˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl

logical

論理的

Meaning

Of or according to the rules of logic or formal argument.

Example

Logical circuits ensure effective computation.

論理的回路は効果的な計算を保証します。

C1 noun/adjective /ˈluː.nə.tɪk/

lunatic

狂人

Meaning

A person who is insane or acting in a foolish or reckless way; also used as an adjective meaning insane.

Example

The driver was driving like a lunatic on the highway.

運転手は高速道路で狂人のように運転していた。

C2 noun /laʊs/

Louse

シラミ

Meaning

a small insect that lives on the hair or skin of people or animals

Example

The child had a louse in his hair.

その子供の髪にシラミがいました。

A2 noun /lɔː/

Law

法律

Meaning

a rule or system of rules recognized by a country or community as regulating the actions of its members

Example

Everyone must obey the law.

すべての人は法律を守らなければなりません。

A2 adjective /laɪt ɡriːn/

Light green

ライトグリーン

Meaning

a pale shade of green color; not dark green

Example

She wore a light green dress to the garden party.

彼女はガーデンパーティーにライトグリーンのドレスを着て行きました。

C1 noun /ˈleθ.ər.dʒi/

Lethargy

倦怠; 疲れと非活動的

Meaning

a lack of energy and enthusiasm; tiredness and inactivity

Example

The hot weather caused a feeling of lethargy.

暑い天気は倦怠感を引き起こしました。

C1 adjective /ˈlækˌlʌstər/

lackluster

輝きがない

Meaning

Lacking in vitality, force, or conviction; uninspired or uninspiring.

Example

The lackluster performance disappointed the audience.

輝きがないパフォーマンスは観客を失望させました。

B2 noun /ˈlɪb.ər.ti/

Liberty

自由

Meaning

the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views

Example

The Statue of Liberty represents freedom and democracy.

自由の女神は自由と民主主義を象徴しています。

B2 noun /ˈlɪkər/

liquor

Meaning

Alcoholic drinks, especially strong distilled ones such as whiskey or vodka.

Example

The shop sells both beer and hard liquor.

C2 noun /ˈlɪθəˌtaɪp/

lithotype

リトタイプ (印刷面)

Meaning

a printing surface or type made for lithography

Example

The printer used a lithotype to produce multiple copies of the design.

プリンターはデザインの複数のコピーを作成するためにリトタイプを使用しました。

B2 noun /ˈlɛtɪs/

lettuce

レタス

Meaning

a leafy green vegetable commonly used in salads and sandwiches

Example

She added fresh lettuce to the sandwich.

彼女はサンドイッチに新鮮なレタスを加えた。

A2 noun /læb/

lab

実験室

Meaning

a place equipped for scientific experiments, research, or teaching

Example

The students conducted an experiment in the chemistry lab.

学生たちは化学実験室で実験を行いました。

B2 noun /ˈlæv.ən.dər/

Lavender

ラベンダー

Meaning

a fragrant purple flowering plant used in perfumes and aromatherapy

Example

The lavender field filled the air with its sweet, calming fragrance.

ラベンダー畑は、その甘く落ち着く香りで空気を満たしました。

C2 noun /lɒŋ ˈwɪskəd ˈkætfɪʃ/

Long whiskered catfish

ナマズ

Meaning

A type of freshwater fish with long whisker-like barbels around its mouth

Example

The fisherman caught a long whiskered catfish in the river.

漁師は川で長いひげのナマズを捕まえた。

C1 verb /lɜːrk/

lurk

潜む

Meaning

to remain hidden so as to wait for an opportunity to attack or observe

Example

A stranger lurked in the shadows.

見知らぬ人が影の中に潜んでいた。

B1 noun /lenz/

lens

レンズ

Meaning

a curved piece of glass or plastic that makes things look clearer or larger when you look through it

Example

He cleaned the camera lens before taking the picture.

彼は写真を撮る前にカメラのレンズをきれいにしました。

B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.kli.hʊd/

likelihood

可能性

Meaning

the chance or probability of something happening

Example

There is a strong likelihood of rain tomorrow.

明日、雨が降る可能性が高いです。

C2 noun /ˈlɔːˌɡɪvər/

lawgiver

立法者

Meaning

A person who creates or enforces laws; a legislator.

Example

Moses is often regarded as a great lawgiver in history.

モーセは歴史の中で偉大な立法者と見なされています。

C1 adjective /ˈlɪvɪd/

livid

怒っている

Meaning

Extremely angry; furious.

Example

She was livid when she found out about the betrayal.

裏切りを知って彼女は怒っていた。

B2 noun /ˈloʊ.təs/

Lotus

蓮

Meaning

a large water flower that floats on the surface of ponds and lakes

Example

The lotus flower blooms beautifully in the quiet pond.

蓮の花は静かな池で美しく咲きます。

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 adjective /ˌlɛftˈhændɪd/

left-handed

左利き

Meaning

Using or done with the left hand; also can mean clumsy or awkward.

Example

She is left-handed and writes beautifully with her left hand.

彼女は左利きで、左手で美しく書きます。

B1 noun /ˈlaɪ.ər/

Liar

嘘つき

Meaning

a person who tells lies; someone who does not tell the truth

Example

Nobody trusts him because he is a liar.

誰も彼を信じません、彼は嘘つきだからです。

B1 noun/verb /ˈleɪ.bər/

labor

労働

Meaning

work, especially hard physical work; to work hard

Example

The workers labored in the hot sun all day.

作業員たちは暑い太陽の下で一日中働いた。

A2 noun /ˈleɪ.di/

Lady

女性; 上品な女性;

Meaning

a woman, especially one of refined or gentle manners; a polite term for any woman

Example

The elderly lady crossed the street with the help of her walking stick.

高齢の女性は彼女の杖で通りを渡りました。

C2 noun lɑːˈʒɛs

largesse

寛大さ

Meaning

Generosity in bestowing money or gifts upon others.

Example

His largesse towards the charity was greatly appreciated.

彼のチャリティーへの寛大さは大いに評価されました。

C2 noun (plural) /ˈlɪniəmənts/

lineaments

顔の特徴

Meaning

The features or distinctive characteristics of the face or body.

Example

The lineaments of his face were sharp and stern.

彼の顔の特徴は鋭くて厳しかった。

C1 noun /lɪˈɡæl.ə.ti/

Legality

合法性

Meaning

the quality or state of being legal; accordance with the law

Example

The lawyer questioned the legality of the contract.

弁護士は契約の合法性について疑問を呈しました。

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。

B2 noun /ˈledʒ.ənd/

Legend

伝説; 神話

Meaning

a traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated; an extremely famous or notorious person

Example

The legend of King Arthur has inspired many books.

アーサー王の伝説は多くの本にインスピレーションを与えました。

C2 noun /ˈlɔːrdlɪŋ/

lordling

小さな領主

Meaning

A young or petty lord; someone of minor nobility.

Example

The arrogant lordling demanded respect despite his lack of experience.

傲慢なロードリングは経験不足にもかかわらず、尊敬を要求した。

C1 noun /lɔnˈdʒɛvəti/

longevity

長寿

Meaning

Long life or long existence of something.

Example

Good habits contribute to health and longevity.

良い習慣は健康と長寿に貢献します。

C1 noun /ˈleɪˌpɜːrsən/

layperson

素人

Meaning

A person who is not a member of the clergy or does not have specialized knowledge in a subject.

Example

The judge explained the law so that the layperson could understand.

裁判官は法を説明し、素人でも理解できるようにしました。

C2 adjective /lʌɡˈʒʊəriənt/

luxuriant

豊かな

Meaning

abundant in growth or richly abundant

Example

The luxuriant forest was teeming with life.

豊かな森は命で満ちていた。

A2 noun /ˈlɜːrnər/

learner

学習者

Meaning

a person who is acquiring knowledge or skill through study or experience

Example

She is a fast learner.

彼女は覚えが早い。

B1 verb /loʊd/

load

積む

Meaning

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

Example

Workers load the truck with heavy boxes.

作業員は重い箱でトラックを積み込みます。

C2 noun /ˈlætɪs/

lattice

格子構造

Meaning

A structure of crossed strips arranged in a grid or crisscross pattern.

Example

The garden was decorated with a wooden lattice covered in vines.

庭は、蔦で覆われた木製の格子構造で飾られていました。

C1 noun /ˈliːvˌteɪ.kɪŋ/

leave-taking

お別れ

Meaning

an act of saying goodbye; farewell

Example

His leave-taking from his friends was emotional.

彼の友達へのお別れは感動的でした。

B2 adjective /ˈluː.nər/

Lunar

月面の

Meaning

relating to the moon; of or concerning the moon

Example

The lunar eclipse was visible last night.

月食は昨晩見ることができました。

B1 noun /ˈlɪt.ər.ə.ʧər/

Literature

文学

Meaning

written works, especially those considered of superior or lasting artistic merit; books and writings published on a particular subject

Example

She studied English literature at university.

彼女は大学で英文学を学びました。

B1 noun /ləˈbɔːr.ə.tɔːr.i/

Laboratory (Lab)

実験室

Meaning

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

Example

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

科学者たちは設備の整った実験室で実験を行いました。

C1 adjective /ˈljʊərɪd/

lurid

衝撃的で生々しいセンセーショナル

Meaning

shocking or sensational in a vivid way, often involving crime or violence

Example

The newspaper published a lurid account of the crime.

新聞は犯罪について衝撃的な詳細を掲載した。

B2 noun /lɔːntʃ/

Launch

ランチ

Meaning

a large motorboat or a boat used to transport people and goods

Example

We took a launch to cross the river.

私たちは川を渡るためにランチを使いました。

A2 noun /leŋθ/

Length

長さ

Meaning

the measurement or extent of something from end to end; the greater of two or the greatest of three dimensions

Example

The length of the table is two meters.

テーブルの長さは2メートルです。

A1 adjective /ˈlɪtl/

little

小さい

Meaning

Small in size, amount, or degree.

Example

He drank a little water before going to bed.

彼は寝る前に少し水を飲んだ。

C2 noun /laɪər/

lyre

ライアー

Meaning

a stringed musical instrument of ancient Greece

Example

The musician played a melody on the lyre.

ミュージシャンはライアーでメロディーを演奏しました。

B2 noun /ˈleð.ər/

Leather

革

Meaning

animal skin that has been treated to preserve it and make it suitable for use

Example

He bought a leather jacket from the store.

彼は店でレザージャケットを買った。

C2 noun /ˈluː.mən/

lumen

ルーメン

Meaning

A unit of luminous flux, measuring the amount of visible light emitted by a source.

Example

The bulb produces 800 lumens of light.

電球は800ルーメンの光を発生させます。

B2 adjective /leɪm/

Lame

足が不自由; 病気

Meaning

unable to walk normally because of an injury or illness affecting the leg or foot; weak and unconvincing

Example

The injured horse was lame and couldn't walk properly.

怪我をした馬は足を引きずり、正常に歩くことができなかった。

B2 noun /ˈlɪvər/

liver

肝臓

Meaning

a large organ in the body that cleans the blood and produces bile to help digest food.

Example

The liver plays a vital role in removing toxins from the body.

肝臓は体から毒素を取り除く重要な役割を果たします。

C2 verb /lʌɡ/

lug

Meaning

to carry or drag something heavy or cumbersome with effort

Example

He had to lug the suitcase up three flights of stairs.

C2 noun /ˈlev.ɪ.ti/

Levity

軽薄さ; フリヴォリティ; 尊重の欠如

Meaning

humor or frivolity, especially the treatment of a serious matter with humor or in a manner lacking due respect

Example

The levity in the courtroom was inappropriate.

法廷での軽薄さは不適切でした。

B1 noun /ˈlɪm.ɪt/

Limit

制限; 限界

Meaning

a point or level beyond which something does not or may not extend or pass; the greatest amount allowed

Example

There is a speed limit on this road.

この道には速度制限があります。

C2 adjective /lɪˈtɪdʒəs/

litigious

訴訟好き

Meaning

prone to engage in lawsuits or overly inclined to argue legally

Example

He is known as a litigious neighbor who often sues people.

彼はしばしば他人を訴える争い好きな隣人として知られています。

B2 noun

Longing

切望; 待望

B2 noun /ˈlɒbi/

lobby

ロビー

Meaning

a large open area near the entrance of a building; also a group trying to influence decisions.

Example

We met the manager in the hotel lobby before the meeting.

会議の前にホテルのロビーでマネージャーに会いました。

C2 verb /lɪm/

limn

描写する / 表現する

Meaning

to depict or describe something vividly in words or art.

Example

The author limned the beauty of the countryside.

作者は田舎の美しさを生き生きと描写しました。

C1 noun /ˈliːdʒən/

legion

大規模な人々のグループ、特に兵士; 大量

Meaning

a large group of people, especially soldiers; a great number

Example

The Roman army was divided into legions.

ローマ軍は軍団に分かれていました。

B2 adverb /ˈlaɪtli/

lightly

軽く

Meaning

gently or with little force or weight

Example

She touched the baby’s hand lightly.

彼女は赤ちゃんの手を軽く触れた。

B1 noun /ˈleʒ.ər/

Leisure

レジャー; 自由時間

Meaning

time when one is not working or occupied; free time used for enjoyment

Example

She enjoys reading books in her leisure time.

彼女は自由時間に本を読むのが好きです。

A1 adjective /lɑːrdʒ/

Large

大きい; 巨大な; 広大な

Meaning

of considerable size, extent, or intensity; big

Example

The large building dominated the city skyline.

その大きなビルは街のスカイラインを支配していた。

C2 adjective /lɪˈbɪdənəs/

libidinous

淫ら

Meaning

Showing excessive sexual drive; lustful.

Example

The play was criticized for its libidinous characters.

その劇は淫らなキャラクターで批判された。

A2 noun, verb /lɪŋk/

link

リンク

Meaning

a connection between two things; to connect or associate

Example

The article includes a link to the official website.

記事には公式ウェブサイトへのリンクが含まれています。

B2 adjective /ˈlɔːŋtaɪm/

longtime

長い時間の

Meaning

having existed or continued for a long time

Example

They are longtime friends who met in college.

彼らは大学で出会った長い時間の友達です。

B2 noun /ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si/

Literacy

識字

Meaning

the ability to read and write; competence or knowledge in a specified area

Example

Adult literacy programs help people learn to read.

成人識字プログラムは人々が読むことを学ぶのを助けます。

A2 noun /laɪˈbrɛəriən/

librarian

司書

Meaning

a person who manages, organizes, and assists users in a library

Example

The librarian helped me find a rare history book.

司書は私が珍しい歴史の本を見つけるのを手伝ってくれました。

C1 noun, adjective /ˈlæksətɪv/

laxative

下剤

Meaning

A medicine or substance that stimulates bowel movements; tending to loosen or relieve constipation.

Example

The doctor prescribed a mild laxative for her condition.

医者は彼女の状態のために軽い下剤を処方しました。

C2 noun /ˈlæsɪtjuːd/

lassitude

疲労

Meaning

a state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy

Example

After the long hike, a feeling of lassitude swept over the group.

長いハイキングの後、疲労感がグループに広がった。

B2 noun /liːk/

Leek

リーク

Meaning

vegetable related to onion with long green leaves and white bulb, milder than onion

Example

The soup was made with potatoes and leeks.

スープはジャガイモとリークで作られていました。

C2 noun /lʌɡˈʒʊəriəns/

luxuriance

贅沢

Meaning

abundant growth, richness, or elegance

Example

The garden was filled with the luxuriance of tropical plants.

庭は熱帯植物の贅沢で満たされていた。

C2 adjective /ˌluː.mɪˈnɛs.ənt/

luminescent

発光する

Meaning

Emitting light without heat, glowing softly.

Example

The luminescent watch dial was visible in the dark.

その発光する時計のダイヤルは暗闇の中で見えました。

C2 noun /ˈluː.məˌnɛr.i/

luminary

著名人

Meaning

A person who inspires or influences others, especially in a particular field.

Example

He is considered a luminary in the world of science.

彼は科学の世界で著名人と見なされています。

B1 noun /ˈlaɪf.staɪl/

lifestyle

ライフスタイル

Meaning

The way in which a person or group lives, including habits, attitudes, and possessions.

Example

A healthy lifestyle includes regular exercise and a balanced diet.

健康的なライフスタイルには、定期的な運動とバランスの取れた食事が含まれます。

C1 noun /lʌmp/

Lump

かたまり; ぶつかり; こぶ

Meaning

a compact mass of a substance, especially one without a definite or regular shape

Example

She found a lump of sugar in the bowl.

彼女はボウルの中で砂糖の塊を見つけました。

C1 noun /ˈlæb.ə.rɪnθ/

labyrinth

迷路, 複雑な道のネットワーク

Meaning

A complicated network of paths or passages; an intricate and confusing arrangement.

Example

The city's streets were like a labyrinth.

街の通りは迷路のようだった。

A2 adjective /ˈlʌv.li/

Lovely

素敵な; 魅力的な; 見事な

Meaning

beautiful; charming; delightful; attractive

Example

What a lovely day for a picnic!

ピクニックにぴったりの素晴らしい日ですね！

C2 noun /ˈlɪtɪɡənt/

litigant

訴訟当事者

Meaning

a person involved in a lawsuit

Example

The court summoned both litigants for the hearing.

裁判所は両方の訴訟当事者を公聴会に召喚した。

C1 adjective /ˈlaɪf.laɪk/

lifelike

リアルに似ている

Meaning

Very similar to a real person, object, or scene; realistic.

Example

The wax figure was so lifelike that people thought it was a real person.

その蝋人形は非常にリアルに似ていて、人々はそれが本物の人物だと思った。

B1 adverb /ˈlɑːrdʒli/

largely

主に

Meaning

to a great extent; mostly or mainly

Example

The success of the project was largely due to teamwork.

プロジェクトの成功は主にチームワークによるものだった。

C2 noun /ˈlaɪtoʊtiːz/

litotes

緩和表現

Meaning

a figure of speech in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of its contrary

Example

Saying 'not bad' as a compliment is an example of litotes.

'悪くない'と言うことは、緩和表現の一例です。

A2 noun/adjective /ˈlɪvɪŋ/

living

生活 / 生計

Meaning

the state of being alive; or a way of earning money

Example

He makes his living as a teacher.

彼は教師として生計を立てています。

A2 noun /lɒs/

loss

損失

Meaning

The state of no longer having something or someone; the harm resulting from losing.

Example

The company suffered a huge financial loss last year.

その会社は昨年、大きな財務的損失を被った。

C1 noun /liˈeɪzɒn/

liaison

連絡係

Meaning

communication or cooperation between people or groups for a smooth working relationship

Example

She works as a liaison between the company and its clients.

彼女は会社と顧客の間のリエゾンとして働いています。

B2 noun /ˈlaɪnˌʌp/

lineup

ラインアップ

Meaning

a group of people or things arranged in a sequence

Example

The event featured a star-studded lineup of musicians.

そのイベントは、スターが揃ったラインアップのミュージシャンを特集していました。

C2 verb /leɪv/

lave

洗う

Meaning

To wash or bathe.

Example

She laved her face with cool water.

彼女は冷たい水で顔を洗った。

C1 verb /lʌl/

lull

静める

Meaning

to soothe or calm; to cause to sleep or rest

Example

The gentle music lulled the baby to sleep.

やさしい音楽が赤ちゃんを寝かしつけた。

B2 noun /liːk/

Leak

漏れ; 穴

Meaning

a hole in a container or covering through which contents escape or enter accidentally

Example

There is a leak in the water pipe.

水道管にリークがあります。

C1 noun /ˈlɪŋɡwɪst/

linguist

言語学者

Meaning

A person skilled in foreign languages or in the scientific study of language.

Example

She is a linguist who speaks six languages fluently.

彼女は6か国語を流暢に話す言語学者です。

C2 noun /lækˈteɪʃən/

lactation

授乳

Meaning

the secretion of milk by the mammary glands of female mammals

Example

The doctor explained that lactation is a natural process after childbirth.

医者は、出産後の授乳が自然なプロセスであると説明しました。

C1 noun ˈlɪniɪdʒ

Lineage

家系

Meaning

Direct descent from an ancestor; ancestry or pedigree.

Example

Tracing your lineage can reveal unknown ancestors.

自分の家系を追跡することで、未知の先祖が明らかになることがあります。

C2 noun /ˈlɒdʒ.mənt/

lodgment

仮宿

Meaning

The act of lodging or a place of temporary stay; also a deposit of something.

Example

The soldiers found lodgment in the abandoned house.

兵士たちは廃屋で仮宿を見つけました。

C1 adverb /ˈleŋθ.waɪz/

Lengthwise

長さに沿って; 最長の寸法に沿って

Meaning

in the direction of the length; along the longest dimension

Example

Fold the paper lengthwise to make it easier to carry.

紙を長さに沿って折りたたんで、持ち運びやすくします。

B1 noun /loʊn/

Loan

ローン

Meaning

a thing that is borrowed, especially a sum of money that is expected to be paid back with interest

Example

He took a loan to buy a new car.

彼は新しい車を買うためにローンを組みました。

B2 adjective, adverb /ˈlɒŋ taɪm/

long-time

長年の

Meaning

lasting or existing for a long period of time; having continued for many years

Example

She is a long-time friend of my family.

彼女は私の家族の長年の友人です。

C2 adjective /ˈlæk.ti.əl/

lacteal

ミルクに関連するまたはミルクのような

Meaning

Relating to or resembling milk; conveying chyle or milky fluid.

Example

The lacteal vessels in the small intestine absorb dietary fats.

小腸の乳腺血管が食事の脂肪を吸収します。

C2 phrase /lɛt ðɛm ˈθɪə.ri/

let them theory

彼らに好きなことを考えさせる理論

Meaning

A philosophy of not trying to control others' actions or opinions and allowing them to be themselves.

Example

He follows the Let them theory and ignores negativity.

彼は「彼らに好きなことを考えさせる理論」を実践し、否定的な考えを無視します。

B2 noun /ˈleɪ.bər.ər/

Labourer

労働者

Meaning

a person who does unskilled physical work for wages

Example

The labourer worked hard all day at the construction site.

労働者は建設現場で一日中一生懸命働きました。

C1 adjective /ˈlɔːf.ti/

Lofty

高い; 崇高な性格; 高貴なスタイル

Meaning

of great height; noble in character; elevated in style

Example

He has lofty ideals about making the world a better place.

彼は世界をより良い場所にするという高い理想を持っています。

B2 noun; verb /ˈlaɪnʌp/

line-up

ラインアップ；並べる

Meaning

a group or arrangement of people or things in a line; to arrange people or things in a row or planned order

Example

The coach announced the team line-up before the match.

コーチは試合前にチームのラインアップを発表した。

A2 verb /liːd/

lead

導く

Meaning

To guide or be in charge; to show the way.

Example

He led the team to victory.

彼はチームを勝利に導いた。

C1 adjective /ˈlɔː.fəl/

Lawful

合法的; 正当な; 有効; 公正;

Meaning

legal; legitimate; valid; just

Example

The judge confirmed that their actions were lawful and proper.

裁判官は彼らの行動が合法で適切であることを確認しました。

C2 noun /lɒx/

loch

湖

Meaning

a lake or sea inlet, especially in Scotland

Example

Tourists visit Loch Ness to search for the legendary monster.

観光客はロッホ・ネスに行き、伝説の怪物を探します。

C1 verb /lætʃ/

latch

ラッチで閉める

Meaning

to fasten or close something with a latch

Example

She latched the door before leaving the house.

彼女は家を出る前にドアをラッチで閉めた。

B1 noun, verb /ˈlaɪsəns/

license

ライセンス / 許可

Meaning

A legal permission to do something (noun); to grant such permission (verb).

Example

You must have a driving license to operate a car legally.

車を合法的に運転するためには運転免許が必要です。

C1 adjective liːst prɪˈpeərd

least prepared

最も準備ができていない

Meaning

Having the minimum level of readiness or equipment to handle a situation.

Example

Bangladesh is among the least prepared for climate adaptation.

バングラデシュは気候変動適応のために最も準備ができていない国の一つです。