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 /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。

B1 noun /blæk ˈber.i/

Black berry

ブラックベリー

Meaning

a small dark purple or black fruit that grows on bushes

Example

We picked fresh blackberries from the garden for our pie.

私たちは庭から新鮮なブラックベリーを摘んでパイを作りました。

B1 adjective /ˈfɔːrmər/

former

元

Meaning

Having been previously in a particular role or position.

Example

He is a former president of the association.

彼はその協会の元会長です。

B1 adjective /ˈwaɪə.ləs/

Wireless

ワイヤレス; ケーブルなし

Meaning

operating without wires; using radio waves for communication

Example

My wireless headphones provide excellent sound quality without any cables.

私のワイヤレスヘッドフォンはケーブルなしで素晴らしい音質を提供します。

B1 noun əˈwɛrnɪs

Awareness

認識

Meaning

Knowledge or understanding about important issues, particularly environmental conservation.

Example

Spreading awareness is essential to save butterflies.

蝶を救うために認識を広めることが重要です。

B1 adverb /ˈrʌfli/

Roughly

おおよそ; 粗暴または暴力的な方法で

Meaning

approximately; in a harsh or violent way

Example

The project will take roughly three months to complete.

このプロジェクトはおおよそ3ヶ月かかります。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈpɒpjʊlə/

unpopular

不人気な

Meaning

not liked or supported by many people

Example

The decision was unpopular with the public.

その決定は世間で不人気だった。

B1 verb /ˈwɪsəl/

whistle

口笛を吹く

Meaning

to make a high-pitched sound by blowing air through lips or teeth

Example

He likes to whistle while working.

彼は仕事をしながら口笛を吹くのが好きです。

B1 noun /ˈsʌn.set/

Sunset

夕日

Meaning

the time in the evening when the sun disappears below the horizon

Example

The romantic sunset painted the sky in golden colors.

ロマンチックな夕日が空を黄金色に塗りつけました。

B1 noun /ˈpɜr.fjuːm/

Perfume

香水

Meaning

a fragrant liquid made from essential oils and alcohol; a pleasant smell

Example

She wore her favorite perfume to the party.

彼女はパーティーにお気に入りの香水をつけて行きました。

B1 noun /rɪˈvɪʒ.ən/

Revision

リビジョン; 修正版

Meaning

the action of revising; a revised edition or form of something; review of subject matter

Example

The students spent hours doing revision for their final exams.

学生たちは最終試験のために数時間リビジョンを行った。

B1 noun /ˈfʌŋkʃən/

function

機能

Meaning

An activity or purpose natural to or intended for a person or thing.

Example

The main function of the heart is to pump blood.

心臓の主な機能は血液をポンプすることです。

B1 adjective /ˈmiː.nɪŋ.fəl/

Meaningful

意味のある; 目的を持った;

Meaning

having significance; purposeful; important

Example

She found meaningful work helping others.

彼女は他の人を助けることで意味のある仕事を見つけました。

B1 adverb /ˈhaɪli/

highly

非常に

Meaning

to a great degree; very

Example

She is highly respected in her field.

彼女は自分の分野で非常に尊敬されています。

B1 adjective /kəˈmɪtɪd/

committed

コミットされた

Meaning

Dedicated and loyal to a cause, activity, or relationship.

Example

She is a committed teacher who cares deeply for her students.

彼女は学生たちを深く気にかける、コミットされた教師です。

B1 verb /ɪˈstæblɪʃ/

establish

設立する

Meaning

To set up, create, or bring into existence something on a firm basis.

Example

The company plans to establish a new office in Dhaka.

その会社はダッカに新しいオフィスを設立する予定です。

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。

B1 noun /steɪk/

steak

ステーキ

Meaning

a thick slice of meat, typically beef, cooked by grilling or frying

Example

He ordered a grilled steak with vegetables.

彼は野菜と一緒にグリルされたステーキを注文しました。

B1 noun /ˈpiː.nʌt/

Peanut

ピーナッツ

Meaning

an edible seed that grows underground and is commonly eaten as a snack or used in cooking

Example

Roasted peanuts are a popular snack in many countries.

ローストピーナッツは多くの国で人気のあるスナックです。

B1 noun ɔːˈθɒrəti

authority

権威

Meaning

The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience; a person or organization having power or control.

Example

Regional authority was emphasized.

地域の権限が強調されました。

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。

B1 adjective /ɪkˈstrɔːr.dɪ.nər.i/

Extraordinary

非凡な; 顕著な;

Meaning

very unusual; remarkable; going beyond what is normal or expected

Example

The magician's performance was extraordinary and left everyone amazed.

魔法使いのパフォーマンスは非凡で、すべての人を驚かせました

B1 adjective əkˈsep.tɪd

accepted

受け入れられた

Meaning

Generally believed or recognized to be valid or correct.

Example

The accepted terms were discussed in detail.

受け入れられた条件は詳細に議論されました。

B1 verb /siːl/

seal

封印する、閉じる

Meaning

to close or secure something tightly or officially confirm something

Example

He sealed the envelope before sending the letter.

彼は手紙を送る前に封筒をシールしました。

B1 adverb /spəˈsɪfɪkli/

specifically

特に

Meaning

in a clear and exact way

Example

He was specifically asked to handle the finances.

彼は特に財務を扱うように頼まれました。

B1 noun /tʃiːk/

Cheek

頬; 横柄;

Meaning

either side of the face below the eye; impudent or disrespectful behavior

Example

The baby's rosy cheeks showed she was healthy and happy.

赤ちゃんのピンク色のほおが、健康で幸せであることを示していました。

B1 noun /ˌpɒp.jəˈlær.ə.ti/

Popularity

Skilful

熟練した; 才能のある; 熟達した

Meaning

having or showing skill; expert and accomplished

Example

The skilful surgeon performed the operation with great precision.

熟練した外科医は、非常に高い精度で手術を行いました。

B1 noun /ˈkɪləɡræm/

kilogram

キログラム

Meaning

the base unit of mass in the metric system equal to 1,000 grams

Example

The bag of rice weighs five kilograms.

その米袋は五キログラムあります。

B1 noun ˈstrʌɡ.əl

struggle

闘争

Meaning

A forceful or violent effort to get free of restraint or resist attack; a determined effort under difficult circumstances.

Example

The struggle for independence united the nation.

独立のための闘争が国を団結させた。

B1 verb /ˈdʒɛnəreɪt/

generate

Meaning

to produce or create something

Example

The machine generates electricity.

B1 noun /ˈfaɪn.dɪŋ/

finding

発見、調査後に得られた結論または結果

Meaning

a discovery, conclusion, or result reached after investigation

Example

The scientist published her findings in a leading journal.

科学者は彼女の発見を主要なジャーナルに発表しました。

B1 noun /kənˈteɪ.nər/

container

コンテナ

Meaning

A receptacle or box used for storage or transportation.

Example

Containers are essential for logistics.

コンテナは物流に不可欠です。

B1 verb /straɪk/

Strike

打つ

Meaning

to hit forcefully; to stop work as a form of protest

Example

Lightning strikes the tall building during the storm.

雷は嵐の中で高いビルを打つ。

B1 adjective /ˈblʌdi/

bloody

血まみれ

Meaning

covered in, involving, or containing blood; also used informally for emphasis in British English.

Example

The soldier returned from battle with a bloody arm.

兵士は戦いから血まみれの腕で帰還しました。

B1 verb /ˈdɛmənˌstreɪt/

demonstrate

示す

Meaning

to clearly show or prove something through evidence, explanation, or action

Example

The teacher demonstrated the experiment to the class.

先生はクラスに実験をデモンストレートしました。

B1 noun /ˈleɪ.bəl/

Label

ラベル

Meaning

a small piece of paper or material attached to something to identify or describe it

Example

Please read the label carefully before taking any medication.

薬を服用する前に、ラベルを注意深くお読みください。

B1 adjective /əˈfɪʃəl/

official

公式

Meaning

relating to or connected with an authority or public office

Example

He is the official spokesperson for the company.

彼は会社の公式なスポークスマンです。

B1 verb /siːk/

seek

求める

Meaning

to try to find or obtain something; to attempt or desire to achieve

Example

He decided to seek advice from his mentor.

彼はメンターからアドバイスを求めることに決めました。

B1 noun /dɪˈvɪʒən/

division

部門

Meaning

the action of separating something into parts; or a large administrative unit

Example

The company has a separate division for research and development.

会社には研究開発のための専用の部門があります。

B1 noun ˈkɒn.fər.əns

conference

会議

Meaning

A formal meeting of people with a shared interest, typically one that takes place over several days.

Example

The climate conference emphasized renewable energy.

気候会議では再生可能エネルギーが強調されました。

B1 noun, adjective /ˈkrɪmɪnəl/

criminal

犯罪者

Meaning

A person who has committed a crime; relating to crime

Example

The police arrested a dangerous criminal last night.

警察は昨夜、危険な犯罪者を逮捕しました。

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 /ˈsæm.pəl/

Sample

サンプル

Meaning

a small part taken as an example of the whole; a specimen

Example

The doctor took a blood sample for testing.

医師はテストのために血液サンプルを取った。

B1 noun /kənˌfɜːˈmeɪʃən/

confirmation

確認

Meaning

the action of confirming something or the state of being confirmed

Example

She received a confirmation email for her appointment.

彼女は彼女の予約の確認メールを受け取りました。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈfeər/

Unfair

不公平; 不正;

Meaning

not right or just; treating people in a way that favors some over others

Example

It's unfair to blame her for something she didn't do.

それは彼女がやっていないことを責めるのは不公平です。

B1 noun/adjective /ˌdɒkjʊˈmɛntri/

documentary

ドキュメンタリー映画

Meaning

A film or television program that provides a factual record or report.

Example

We watched a documentary about climate change.

私たちは気候変動についてのドキュメンタリー映画を見ました。

B1 verb /kənˈkluːd/

conclude

締めくくる

Meaning

to bring to an end; to decide or determine after consideration

Example

We will conclude the meeting at five o'clock.

私たちは五時に会議を締めくくります。

B1 adjective /ɪnˈvɑːlvd/

involved

関与した

Meaning

complicated or engaged in something

Example

She was deeply involved in community service.

彼女は地域社会の奉仕活動に深く関与していた。

B1 adjective /ˈiːvəl/

evil

邪悪

Meaning

Profoundly immoral and wicked.

Example

They believed the villain was the embodiment of evil.

彼らは悪役が邪悪の具現であると信じていた。

B1 adverb /ˈʌðərwaɪz/

Otherwise

さもないと; 他の方法で

Meaning

in a different way; if not; or else; apart from that

Example

Study hard, otherwise you will fail the exam.

一生懸命勉強しなさい、さもないと試験に落ちます。

B1 noun /ˈθʌn.dər/

Thunder

雷鳴

Meaning

the loud rumbling sound that follows lightning; to make a loud deep sound

Example

We heard thunder rolling across the sky.

空を横切る雷鳴を聞きました。

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 adjective /təˈrɪfɪk/

terrific

素晴らしい

Meaning

extremely good or excellent; very great or intense

Example

The concert last night was absolutely terrific.

昨夜のコンサートは絶対に素晴らしかった。

B1 adjective /ɪˈlɛktrɪkəl/

electrical

電気的な

Meaning

related to electricity or the use of electrical power

Example

The electrical system in the house needs repair.

家の電気システムは修理が必要です。

B1 adverb /ˈpɜː.mə.nənt.li/

permanently

永続的に

Meaning

in a way that lasts or remains unchanged for a long time or forever

Example

She moved to the city permanently after finishing her studies.

彼女は学業を終えた後、永続的にその街に引っ越しました。

B1 adjective /ədˈvɛnʧərəs/

adventurous

冒険的な

Meaning

Willing to take risks or try out new methods, ideas, or experiences.

Example

They participated in adventurous activities like kayaking and hiking.

彼らはカヤックやハイキングなどの冒険的な活動に参加しました。

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。

B1 noun /ədˌmɪn.ɪˈstreɪ.ʃən/

Administration

行政; 管理

Meaning

the process of managing or organizing something; a government or organization

Example

The university administration announced new policies.

大学の行政は新しいポリシーを発表しました。

B1 noun æmˈbɪʃ.ən

ambition

野望

Meaning

A strong desire to do or achieve something, typically requiring determination and hard work.

Example

Their ambition is to build a quantum computer.

彼らの野望は量子コンピュータを作ることです。

B1 adjective /ɪɡˈzækt/

Exact

正確な; 精密な; 完全に正しい

Meaning

precise; accurate; completely correct

Example

Please give me the exact time of the meeting.

会議の正確な時間を教えてください。

B1 noun /əˈmjuːzmənt/

Amusement

娯楽; 楽しさ; エンターテイメント

Meaning

the state or experience of finding something funny; entertainment or recreational activities

Example

The children's laughter showed their amusement at the clown's performance.

子供たちの笑いは、クラウンのパフォーマンスに対する楽しさを示しました。

B1 verb /kræk/

crack

幸せ

Meaning

To break or cause to break without complete separation; to make a sharp sound.

Example

The glass cracked when it was dropped on the floor.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠すことができませんでした。

B1 noun /ˈæʃ.treɪ/

Ash tray

灰皿

Meaning

a receptacle for tobacco ash and cigarette butts

Example

Please use the ash tray for your cigarette.

あなたのタバコのために灰皿を使ってください。

B1 noun /kɪˈlɒmɪtər/ or /ˈkɪləˌmiːtər/

kilometer

キロメートル

Meaning

a unit of length equal to 1,000 meters

Example

The village is about five kilometers away from the town.

その村は町から約五キロメートル離れています。

B1 adverb /ˈbriːf.li/

Briefly

簡潔に

Meaning

in a short and clear way; for a short time

Example

Please explain the problem briefly.

問題を簡潔に説明してください。

B1 noun /məˈdʒɪʃən/

magician

マジシャン

Meaning

A person who performs tricks and illusions for entertainment or one believed to have magical powers.

Example

The magician pulled a rabbit out of his hat.

マジシャンは帽子からウサギを取り出しました。

B1 noun ˌɑː.tɪˈfɪʃ.əl ɪnˈtɛl.ɪ.dʒəns

artificial intelligence

人工知能

Meaning

The theory and development of computer systems able to perform tasks normally requiring human intelligence.

Example

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing education through smart tutoring.

人工知能はスマートチュータリングを通じて教育を革新しています。

B1 noun /ˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən/

composition

作曲

Meaning

the act of creating a piece of writing, music, or art; the way parts are arranged

Example

Her composition won first prize in the contest.

彼女の作曲はコンテストで第一位を獲得しました。

B1 noun /ˈsteɪt.mənt/

Statement

声明

Meaning

a definite or clear expression of something in speech or writing; an official account of facts

Example

The CEO issued a statement about the company's future plans.

CEOは会社の将来計画についての声明を発表しました。

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 /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 /ˈen.trəns/

Entrance

入口

Meaning

an opening that allows access to a place; the action of entering

Example

The main entrance to the building was decorated with beautiful flowers.

ビルのメインエントランスは美しい花で飾られていました。

B1 noun/verb /koʊd/

code

コード

Meaning

a system of words, letters, or symbols used to represent information or instructions

Example

He wrote a code to solve the problem on the computer.

彼はコンピュータで問題を解決するためのコードを書きました。

B1 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈweɪt/

overweight

過体重

Meaning

heavier than is considered healthy or normal

Example

The doctor advised him to lose weight as he was overweight.

医者は体重を減らすようにアドバイスしました、なぜなら彼は過体重だったからです。

B1 noun /bʌntʃ/

Bunch

束; 房; 一束

Meaning

a number of things of the same type fastened together or occurring close together

Example

She picked a bunch of flowers from the garden for her mother.

彼女は母親のために庭から花束を摘んできました。

B1 verb /ˈɪndʒər/

injure

怪我をさせる

Meaning

to cause physical harm or damage to someone or something

Example

He injured his leg while playing football.

彼はサッカーをしている時に足を怪我した。

B1 noun /ɪnˈstrʌkʃənz/

instructions

指示

Meaning

Detailed information on how something should be done or operated.

Example

Please follow the instructions on the box.

箱に書かれた指示に従ってください。

B1 noun /ˈviːɪkəl/

Vehicle

車両; 自動車; 手段

Meaning

a thing used for transporting people or goods, especially on land; a means of expressing or displaying something

Example

The electric vehicle is becoming more popular these days.

電気自動車は最近ますます人気が高くなっています。

B1 noun sɪˈlek.ʃən

selection

選択

Meaning

The action or fact of carefully choosing someone or something as being the best or most suitable.

Example

The selection process is based on merit.

選考プロセスは実力に基づいています。

B1 adjective /dɪsˈɡʌstɪŋ/

disgusting

嫌な

Meaning

extremely unpleasant or offensive; causing strong dislike or revulsion

Example

The smell coming from the trash can was absolutely disgusting.

ゴミ箱からの臭いは完全に嫌なものでした。

B1 noun /bʌn/

Bun

パン

Meaning

a small round bread roll, often sweet

Example

I bought fresh buns from the bakery this morning.

今朝ベーカリーで新鮮なパンを買いました。

B1 adjective /ˌʌnɪmˈpɔːrtənt/

unimportant

重要でない

Meaning

not having much value, significance, or influence

Example

The detail seemed unimportant compared to the main issue.

その詳細は主要な問題と比べて重要でないように思えた。

B1 adjective, preposition, noun /mɪd/

mid

中間

Meaning

being in the middle of something; the central part or point

Example

She joined the project in mid June.

彼女は6月中旬にそのプロジェクトに参加した。

B1 adjective /ˈkæʒ.u.əl/

Casual

リラックスして無頓着; 偶然の; 非公式

Meaning

relaxed and unconcerned; happening by chance; informal

Example

He wore casual clothes to the party.

彼はパーティーにカジュアルな服を着て行った。

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 noun, verb /flæɡ/

flag

Meaning

a piece of fabric with a symbol or colors; or to mark or signal attention

Example

They raised the national flag during the ceremony.

B1 adjective /ˈsɪniər/

senior

シニア

Meaning

having a higher rank or status; older or more experienced

Example

He is the senior manager in the department.

彼は部門のシニアマネージャーです。

B1 noun ˌɪnspɪˈreɪʃən

inspiration

インスピレーション

Meaning

The process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something, especially to do something creative.

Example

His journey to success became an inspiration for many.

彼の成功への道は多くの人々にインスピレーションを与えました。

B1 adjective /kənˈtroʊld/

controlled

管理された

Meaning

managed or regulated carefully; kept within limits

Example

The experiment was conducted in a controlled environment.

実験は管理された環境で行われました。

B1 noun /ˈbɪldər/

builder

建設業者

Meaning

a person or company that constructs buildings or other structures

Example

The builder checked the site before starting the construction.

建設業者は建設を始める前に現場をチェックしました。

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。

B1 adjective /fɜːrm/

Firm

堅い; 強い; 安定している; 圧力に屈しない

Meaning

solid; stable; strong; not yielding to pressure

Example

She has a firm grip on the rope.

彼女はロープをしっかり握っています。

B1 verb, noun, adjective /ˈmeltɪŋ/

melting

溶けること

Meaning

the process of changing from solid to liquid due to heat; becoming softer or less rigid; emotionally moving or tender

Example

The ice is melting quickly under the hot sun.

氷は強い日差しで早く溶けています。

B1 noun /ɪˈlɛktrɪk ˈkɛtəl/

Electric Kettle

電気ケトル

Meaning

An electrical appliance that heats water quickly using electricity

Example

The electric kettle automatically turns off when the water starts boiling.

電気ケトルは水が沸騰し始めると自動でオフになります。

B1 noun /ˈkætəɡɔːri/

assume

仮定する

Meaning

to think that something is true without proof

Example

I assume he will be late to the meeting.

私は彼が会議に遅れると仮定しています。

B1 noun sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti

security

セキュリティ

Meaning

The state of being free from danger, threat, or loss.

Example

Food security is essential for human survival.

食料安全は人類の生存にとって不可欠です。

B1 noun /ˈfɪkʃən/

fiction

フィクション

Meaning

Literature created from the imagination, not presented as fact.

Example

She enjoys reading science fiction novels.

彼女はサイエンスフィクション小説を読むのが好きです。

B1 noun /ˈmɪnɪstər/

minister

大臣

Meaning

a head of a government department; a person who leads a church

Example

The finance minister announced new tax policies.

財務大臣は新しい税制政策を発表しました。

B1 noun /rɪˈpɔːtɪŋ/

reporting

報道

Meaning

the act of giving news or information about something

Example

Good reporting is essential for public awareness.

良い報道は公共の認識にとって不可欠です。

B1 adjective /ˈfɒɡi/

foggy

霧の

Meaning

Full of or covered with fog; unclear or hazy.

Example

The mountain road was dangerous on the foggy morning.

山道は霧の朝に危険でした。

B1 noun /ˈeɪ.dʒən.si/

Agency

エージェンシー; 代理店のオフィス

Meaning

a business or organization that provides a particular service

Example

She works for a travel agency downtown.

彼女はダウンタウンの旅行代理店で働いています。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈsɜːrtən/

Uncertain

不確か

Meaning

not able to be relied on; not known or definite; not having reliable knowledge

Example

I am uncertain about my future career plans.

私は自分の将来のキャリア計画に不確かさを感じています。

B1 adverb /əˈprɒk.sɪ.mət.li/

approximately

おおよそ

Meaning

used to show that something is almost, but not completely, accurate or exact

Example

The journey takes approximately three hours.

旅行はおおよそ3時間かかります。

B1 adjective /ˈnær.oʊ/

Narrow

狭い; 限定された; 狭まった

Meaning

having a small width; thin; limited in scope; restricted

Example

The narrow street was barely wide enough for two cars.

その狭い道は2台の車が通るにはほとんど十分な広さがありませんでした。

B1 noun /kənˌɡrætʃəˈleɪʃən/

congratulation

祝賀

Meaning

an expression of praise or joy for someone’s achievement or good fortune

Example

She sent a congratulation to her friend on winning the award.

彼女は受賞した友人に祝賀を送った。

B1 noun ˌɪn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən

institution

機関

Meaning

An organization founded and united for a specific purpose; an established law, practice, or custom.

Example

Institutions play a crucial role in governance.

機関はガバナンスにおいて重要な役割を果たしています。

B1 adjective /ˌʌndərˈstændəbl/

understandable

理解できる

Meaning

Able to be understood; reasonable or justifiable.

Example

Her reaction was understandable given the situation.

その反応は状況を考慮すると理解できるものでした。

B1 noun ˈbreɪvəri

bravery

勇気

Meaning

Courageous behavior or character; the quality of being brave.

Example

The bravery of our soldiers is unforgettable.

私たちの兵士たちの勇気は忘れがたいものです。

B1 noun /bɪˈheɪ.vjər/

Behaviour

行動

Meaning

the way a person or animal acts or conducts themselves

Example

His behaviour at the meeting was very professional.

彼の会議での行動は非常にプロフェッショナルでした。

B1 noun /twɪn/

twin

双子

Meaning

either of two children born at the same time to the same mother

Example

They have twin girls.

彼らには双子の女の子がいます。

B1 adjective /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪk/

automatic

自動

Meaning

working by itself without direct human control

Example

This car has an automatic transmission.

この車には自動変速機があります。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈeɪ.bəl/

Unable

できない

Meaning

lacking the power, skill, or means to do something

Example

He was unable to attend the meeting.

彼は会議に出席できませんでした。

B1 noun, verb /ˈkɒndʌkt/ (noun), /kənˈdʌkt/ (verb)

conduct

Meaning

to organize or carry out; or a person's behavior

Example

The teacher conducted the exam fairly.

B1 noun /ˈempaɪər/

empire

帝国

Meaning

a group of countries or regions controlled by one ruler or government

Example

The Roman Empire lasted for centuries.

ローマ帝国は何世代にもわたって続きました。

B1 verb /peɪst/

paste

貼る

Meaning

to stick something onto a surface using glue or adhesive

Example

I paste the picture into my scrapbook.

私は写真をスクラップブックに貼ります。

B1 noun ɪˈnɪʃətɪv

initiative

イニシアティブ

Meaning

An act or strategy intended to resolve a difficulty or improve a situation; a fresh approach to something.

Example

NASA's initiative to return humans to the Moon is ambitious.

NASAの月面への人類を戻すイニシアティブは野心的です。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈjuzd/

Unused

未使用の; 使われていない

Meaning

not being used; not having been used before

Example

There are many unused rooms in this old mansion.

この古い館には未使用の部屋がたくさんあります。

B1 noun /ˈlek.tʃər/

Lecture

講義

Meaning

an educational talk to an audience, especially to students in a university or college

Example

The professor gave an interesting lecture on history.

教授は歴史について興味深いレクチャーを行いました。