C1 verb /ˌmɪsˌrɛprɪˈzɛnt/

misrepresent

Meaning

to give a false or misleading account of something

Example

The lawyer accused the witness of trying to misrepresent the facts.

C1 noun /mɑːrʃ/

Marsh

湿地

Meaning

An area of low-lying land that is flooded in wet seasons or at high tide

Example

The endangered birds built their nests in the protected marsh.

絶滅危惧種の鳥は保護された湿地に巣を作った。

B2 noun /ˈmes.ɪn.dʒər/

Messenger

使者

Meaning

a person who carries messages or communications between parties

Example

The messenger delivered important battle plans to the commander.

使者は司令官に重要な戦闘計画を届けました。

C1 verb /məˈlɛst/

molest

嫌がらせ / 性的虐待

Meaning

to assault or abuse someone, especially in a sexual or physical way

Example

The criminal was arrested for attempting to molest a child.

犯罪者は子供を誘惑しようとしたため逮捕されました。

C1 noun /məˈtɜːrnəti/

Maternity

母性

Meaning

The state of being a mother; motherhood

Example

The hospital has an excellent maternity ward for new mothers.

その病院は新しい母親のための優れたマタニティ病棟を提供しています。

C2 noun /ˈmɛtəl/

mettle

勇気

Meaning

A person's ability to cope well with difficulties or to face demanding situations with courage.

Example

The young athlete showed his mettle in the final match.

その若いアスリートは決勝戦で勇気を示しました。

A1 noun /ˈmʌn.deɪ/

monday

月曜日

Meaning

the first day of the working week following Sunday

Example

I start my new job on Monday.

私は月曜日に新しい仕事を始めます。

C2 noun /ˌmjuːtəˈbɪləti/

mutability

変動性

Meaning

The quality of being changeable or capable of change.

Example

The mutability of fashion trends makes it hard to keep up.

ファッションのトレンドの可変性は、それについていくのを難しくします。

B2 adjective /ˈmæn.ju.əl/

Manual

手動

Meaning

done by hand; operated by hand; not automatic

Example

This is a manual process that requires careful attention.

これは手動プロセスで、慎重な注意が必要です。

B2 adjective /ˈmiː.nɪŋ.ləs/

Meaningless

無意味; 目的がない; 意味がない

Meaning

without purpose; having no significance; pointless

Example

The data became meaningless without proper context.

データは適切なコンテキストがなければ意味がありません。

C2 noun /ˈmɛtrəˌnoʊm/

metronome

メトロノーム

Meaning

A device that produces regular ticks or beats to help musicians maintain tempo.

Example

She practiced the piano with a metronome to keep steady timing.

彼女は安定したタイミングを保つためにメトロノームを使ってピアノを練習していた。

C1 noun /ˈmɪmɪkri/

mimicry

模倣

Meaning

The act of imitating someone or something, often for humor or learning.

Example

The comedian’s mimicry of celebrities made the audience laugh.

コメディアンの有名人の模倣で観客を笑わせました。

C2 adjective /ˌmæləˈdrɔɪt/

maladroit

不器用

Meaning

clumsy or awkward in movement or behavior

Example

His maladroit attempt at fixing the chair made it worse.

椅子を修理しようとした彼の不器用な試みは、さらに悪化させた。

B2 noun /ˌmɪs.bɪˈheɪ.vjər/

Misbehaviour

悪いまたは受け入れられない行動、特に子供によるものや公式の場面で

Meaning

Bad or unacceptable behavior, especially by children or in formal situations

Example

The student was punished for his misbehaviour in class.

生徒はクラスでの不適切な行動で罰を受けた。

A2 noun /ˈmoʊtərˌsaɪkəl/

motorcycle

オートバイ

Meaning

a two-wheeled motor-powered vehicle designed for transportation

Example

He rides his motorcycle to work every morning.

彼は毎朝オートバイで仕事に行きます。

C2 noun /ˈmʌɡwʌmp/

mugwump

政党に属さない人

Meaning

a person who remains independent from party politics or remains aloof from disputes

Example

He was called a mugwump for refusing to join either political side.

彼は政治的な立場に参加しないことを拒否したため、マグワンプと呼ばれました。

C1 noun /meɪl treɪn/

Mail train

郵便列車

Meaning

a train that carries mail and postal packages

Example

The mail train departs every evening to deliver letters across the country.

メール列車は毎晩、国内中に手紙を届けるために出発します。

C2 noun /ˈmiːliərɪzəm/

meliorism

改良主義

Meaning

The belief that the world tends to improve and that humans can aid its betterment.

Example

Her philosophy of meliorism kept her hopeful during difficult times.

彼女の改良主義的な哲学は、困難な時期に彼女を希望に満ちた状態に保ちました。

C1 noun /moʊl/

Mole

モグラ

Meaning

a small burrowing mammal with tiny eyes and soft fur

Example

The mole dug tunnels under the garden.

モグラは庭の下にトンネルを掘った。

C1 verb /ˈmɒd.jʊ.leɪt/

modulate

調整する

Meaning

To change the strength, tone, or pitch of something; to adjust or regulate.

Example

A good speaker knows how to modulate their voice.

良いスピーカーは、自分の声を調整する方法を知っています。

B1 noun /meɪt/

mate

友達, 相棒

Meaning

a friend or companion; a partner in marriage or reproduction

Example

He went fishing with his old school mate.

彼は古い学校の友達と釣りに行きました。

C1 noun /ˈmaɪkrəʊˌklaɪmæt/

microclimate

ミクロクライメート

Meaning

The climate of a small, specific area that may differ from the general climate of the surrounding region, often influenced by local factors like terrain, vegetation, or buildings.

Example

A microclimate can have a significant impact on plant growth.

マイクロクライメートは植物の成長に重要な影響を与える可能性があります。

C2 noun /ˈmeɪsə/

mesa

メサ

Meaning

An isolated flat-topped hill with steep sides, found in arid regions.

Example

The hikers stopped to admire the mesa rising above the desert floor.

ハイカーたちは砂漠の床から突き出たメサを賞賛するために立ち寄りました。

A2 noun /ˈmiːnɪŋ/

Meaning

意味; 目的

Meaning

What is meant by a word, text, or concept; significance or purpose

Example

The teacher explained the meaning of the difficult word to the students.

教師は生徒たちに難しい単語の意味を説明しました。

A1 noun /ˈmɔːrnɪŋ/

morning

幸福

Meaning

the early part of the day, typically from sunrise until noon

Example

I like to go for a run in the morning.

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。

C1 noun /ˌmɒd.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

modulation

声のコントロール

Meaning

The process of varying or controlling something.

Example

Proper modulation of voice enhances communication skills.

音声の適切なモジュレーションは、コミュニケーションスキルを向上させます。

A2 noun /ˈmʌŋki/

Monkey

サル

Meaning

a primate mammal that typically has a long tail and lives in trees

Example

The monkey swung from branch to branch in the jungle.

サルはジャングルで枝から枝へと飛び移った。

C1 verb /məˈtɪərɪəlaɪz/

materialize

実現する

Meaning

To become real or actual; to appear suddenly or in a physical form.

Example

The opportunity he had been waiting for finally materialized.

彼が待っていたチャンスはついに実現しました。

C2 adjective ˌmɛɡəˈlɪθɪk

megalithic

巨石

Meaning

Relating to or denoting prehistoric monuments made of or containing large stones.

Example

The megalithic structures in ancient civilizations are fascinating.

古代文明の巨石構造物は魅力的です。

B2 adjective /ˈmɪnɪməm/

minimum

最小

Meaning

The least or smallest amount or quantity possible, attained, or required.

Example

This year saw a minimum unemployment rate.

今年の失業率は最小値に達しました。

C1 noun /ˈmɒnəlɪθ/

monolith

モノリス

Meaning

A large single upright block of stone, or a large, powerful, indivisible organization or system.

Example

The ancient monolith stood in the desert for centuries.

古代のモノリスは何世紀にもわたって砂漠に立っていました。

A1 noun/verb /maɪnd/

mind

心 / 世話する

Meaning

the part of a person that enables them to think, feel, and reason; to pay attention or take care

Example

Please mind the gap between the train and the platform.

列車とプラットフォームの間の隙間に注意してください。

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。

C1 noun /moʊt/

moat

堀

Meaning

A deep, wide ditch surrounding a castle or town, often filled with water, for defense.

Example

The castle was protected by a wide moat filled with water.

城は水で満たされた広い堀によって守られていました。

C2 verb /ˈmʌfəl/

muffle

抑える

Meaning

to make a sound quieter or less distinct; to cover or wrap something to reduce noise or warmth

Example

She tried to muffle her laughter with a scarf.

彼女はスカーフで笑い声を抑えようとした。

B1 noun /mɑːsks/

masks

マスク

Meaning

Coverings for all or part of the face, worn as a disguise, for protection, or for medical reasons.

Example

Masks can protect against polluted air.

マスクは汚染された空気から守ることができます。

B2 adjective /mjuːt/

Mute

無言の; 話せない; 音がない

Meaning

silent; unable to speak; without sound

Example

He remained mute during the entire meeting.

彼は会議中ずっと無言だった。

C1 verb /ˈmjuːteɪt/

mutate

突然変異する

Meaning

To change or cause to change in form, nature, or character.

Example

The virus can mutate into a more dangerous strain.

ウイルスはより危険な株にミュートすることができます。

B2 adjective /ˌmʌl.tiˈpɜː.pəs/

Multipurpose

多目的

Meaning

having multiple uses or functions; versatile

Example

This multipurpose tool can be used as a knife, screwdriver, and bottle opener.

この多目的ツールは、ナイフ、ドライバー、ボトルオープナーとして使用できます。

C1 adjective /məˈnæstɪk/

monastic

修道的な

Meaning

Relating to monks, monasteries, or a life of religious seclusion.

Example

He chose to live a monastic life away from the city.

彼は都市から離れた修道的な生活を選んだ。

C2 verb /ˌmælˈtriːt/

maltreat

虐待する

Meaning

To treat someone cruelly or unfairly.

Example

The law punishes those who maltreat animals.

法律は動物を虐待する者を罰します。

B2 noun /məˈstɑːʃ/

Moustache

ヒゲ

Meaning

hair that grows on the upper lip of men

Example

He grew a thick moustache for the play.

彼は劇のために濃いヒゲを生やした。

C2 adjective /ˈmiː.di.eɪ.tɪv/

mediative

仲裁に関連する

Meaning

Related to mediation, helping to resolve conflicts through diplomatic means.

Example

His mediative skills helped resolve the conflict.

彼の仲裁スキルは紛争を解決するのに役立った。

C2 noun /məˈrɔː.dər/

marauder

略奪者

Meaning

a person who roams around in search of things to steal or people to attack

Example

Villagers feared the marauders who raided their homes.

村人たちは自分たちの家を襲った略奪者を恐れていた。

C2 adjective /ˈmiː.di.əl/

medial

内側

Meaning

Situated in or pertaining to the middle; located toward the midline of the body or structure.

Example

The medial side of the knee is more prone to injury.

膝の内側は怪我をしやすい。

A2 noun /ˈmɪljən/

million

百万

Meaning

the number equivalent to one thousand thousand (1,000,000)

Example

The movie earned over a million dollars in its first week.

その映画は最初の週に100万ドル以上を稼ぎました。

C1 noun ˈmaɪ.krəʊˌnjuː.tri.ənt

micronutrient

微量栄養素

Meaning

Essential nutrients required by the body in small amounts, including vitamins and minerals.

Example

Iron and zinc are essential micronutrients for growth.

鉄分と亜鉛は成長に必要な微量栄養素です。

B2 adjective /ˈmænɪdʒəbəl/

Manageable

管理可能な; コントロールできる

Meaning

able to be controlled or dealt with; feasible

Example

The workload is manageable if we plan properly.

作業負荷は計画通りにすれば管理可能です。

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。

B1 noun /ˈmʌs.əl/

Muscle

筋肉

Meaning

a body tissue consisting of fibers that can contract to produce movement

Example

Regular exercise helps strengthen your muscle.

定期的な運動は筋肉を強化するのに役立ちます。

B2 adjective/noun /ˈmaɪ.nər/

minor

小さい / 未成年

Meaning

less important, serious, or significant; a person under the legal age

Example

Luckily, the accident caused only minor injuries.

幸運にも、事故は軽いけがだけを引き起こしました。

C1 noun /ˈmæntl̩/

mantle

マント, 責任

Meaning

A cloak or covering; also the layer of the earth between the crust and the core.

Example

The leader assumed the mantle of responsibility.

リーダーは責任の重みを担った。

C2 adjective /ˈmiːli ˌmaʊðd/

mealy-mouthed

うわべだけの

Meaning

Unwilling to speak directly and honestly; insincere or evasive in speech.

Example

The manager gave a mealy-mouthed excuse instead of admitting the mistake.

マネージャーは間違いを認める代わりに、うわべだけの言い訳をしました。

C2 noun /ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪks/

metaphysics

形而上学

Meaning

The branch of philosophy that deals with the fundamental nature of reality, existence, and the relationship between mind and matter.

Example

She studied metaphysics to understand the principles of existence beyond physical science.

彼女は物理学を超えた存在の原理を理解するために形而上学を学びました。

C1 verb /ˈmɜːrmər/

murmur

つぶやく

Meaning

To say something in a low, soft, or indistinct voice.

Example

She murmured a prayer before going to sleep.

彼女は寝る前に祈りをささやきました。

A2 noun /muːn/

Moon

月

Meaning

the natural satellite of the earth, visible at night by reflected light from the sun

Example

The full moon shines brightly in the night sky.

満月は夜空で明るく輝いています

C2 noun /ˈmeɪleɪ/

melee

騒乱の戦い

Meaning

A noisy, confused fight or crowd situation.

Example

A melee broke out during the football match.

サッカーの試合中に騒乱の戦いが起きました。

A1 verb /muːv/

move

動かす

Meaning

to change position; to go from one place to another; to relocate

Example

They decided to move to a bigger house.

彼らはもっと大きな家に引っ越すことに決めました。

A1 adjective, adverb, pronoun /mɔːr/

more

もっと

Meaning

A greater or additional amount or degree.

Example

She wanted more time to finish the project.

彼女はプロジェクトを終わらせるためにもっと時間が欲しかった。

C2 adjective /ˈmeɪndʒi/

mangy

汚くて使い古された

Meaning

in poor condition, shabby, dirty, or affected by mange

Example

The stray dog looked mangy and weak.

迷子の犬は汚れて弱々しく見えた。

C1 noun /ˈmælɪs/

Malice

悪意; 憎しみ; 敵意;

Meaning

The intention or desire to do evil; ill will

Example

There was no malice in his criticism, just honest feedback.

彼の批評には悪意はなかった、ただの正直なフィードバックだった。

B1 noun /mʌɡ/

Mug

マグカップ

Meaning

a large cup, typically cylindrical and having a handle and used without a saucer

Example

She drank her morning coffee from a ceramic mug.

彼女はセラミックマグから朝のコーヒーを飲んだ。

A2 noun ˈmɒd.əl

model

モデル

Meaning

A framework, prototype, or simulation used to represent or understand a system or process.

Example

Scientists use a model to simulate climate change.

科学者たちは気候変動をシミュレートするためにモデルを使用します。

C1 noun /ˈmɛm.breɪn/

membrane

膜

Meaning

A thin layer of tissue or material that covers, separates, or connects structures.

Example

The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

細胞膜は物質の細胞内外の移動を制御します。

C1 adjective /məˈnɒtənəs/

Monotonous

単調な; 退屈な; 繰り返しの

Meaning

lacking in variety; tediously unvarying; boring and repetitive

Example

The monotonous sound of the rain made everyone feel sleepy.

雨の単調な音がみんなを眠くさせた。

C1 verb /mæʃ/

mash

潰す

Meaning

to crush or mix food into a soft mass, usually by pressing or beating

Example

She mashed the potatoes before serving dinner.

彼女は夕食を出す前にジャガイモを潰した。

C2 noun /ˈmɛtələ(r)dʒi/

metallurgy

冶金学

Meaning

The science and technology of metals, including their extraction from ores and their processing.

Example

Metallurgy plays a vital role in industrial development.

冶金学は産業の発展において重要な役割を果たします。

C2 noun /ˈmɒnəɡræm/

monogram

モノグラム

Meaning

A design consisting of two or more letters, typically a person's initials, combined or interwoven.

Example

The towel was embroidered with her monogram.

タオルには彼女のモノグラムが刺繍されていた。

B2 noun /ˈmɒdjuːl/

module

モジュール

Meaning

a self-contained unit of a course or system, typically part of a larger whole

Example

The module on machine learning was difficult but informative.

機械学習のモジュールは難しかったが、情報が豊富だった。

C1 noun ˌmɒdɪfɪˈkeɪʃn

modification

修正

Meaning

The action of making changes to something.

Example

The plan required modification.

計画には修正が必要でした。

B2 noun /ˈmɑːrdʒɪn/

Margin

余白; 範囲

Meaning

The edge or border of something; an amount allowed beyond what is needed

Example

Please write your notes in the margin of the page.

ページの余白にメモを書いてください。

C1 noun/adjective /ˈmɒnəkrəʊm/

monochrome

モノクローム

Meaning

A photograph, painting, or screen image in black and white or varying tones of one color.

Example

The old film was shot entirely in monochrome.

その古い映画は完全にモノクロームで撮影されました。

C1 noun /ˈmaʊθ.fʊl/

mouthful

一口

Meaning

the amount of food or drink that fills the mouth, or a long and difficult word or phrase

Example

He took a big mouthful of water after the run.

彼はランニングの後で大きな一口水を飲んだ。

C2 noun /məˈlɛvələns/

malevolence

悪意

Meaning

The state or condition of being malevolent; having or showing a wish to do evil to others.

Example

His malevolence was clear in the cruel way he treated his rivals.

彼の悪意は、彼がライバルを扱う残忍な方法において明らかだった。

A1 adjective, adverb, pronoun /mʌtʃ/

much

多く

Meaning

a large amount or degree of something

Example

She doesn’t have much time to finish the project.

彼女はプロジェクトを終わらせるために多くの時間がない。

C1 noun /ˌmɔːrəˈtɔːriəm/

moratorium

モラトリアム

Meaning

A temporary suspension or delay of an activity, law, or obligation.

Example

The government announced a moratorium on new mining licenses.

政府は新しい鉱鉱許可に対してモラトリアムを発表しました。

C1 adjective /mʌnˈdeɪn/

mundane

平凡

Meaning

lacking interest or excitement; dull and ordinary

Example

She tried to escape her mundane routine by traveling.

彼女は旅行をして平凡な日常から逃げようとした。

C1 noun /ˈmuːdi.nəs/

moodiness

気まぐれ

Meaning

The state of being frequently subject to changes in mood, especially irritability or sadness.

Example

Her moodiness made it difficult to predict how she would react.

彼女の気まぐれは、彼女がどのように反応するかを予測するのを難しくしました。

B2 adjective /mɪr/

mere

単なる

Meaning

Used to emphasize how small or insignificant something is.

Example

It was a mere suggestion, not a command.

それは単なる提案であり、命令ではありません。

C1 noun /məˈnɒtəni/

monotony

単調さ

Meaning

Lack of variety and interest; tedious repetition and routine.

Example

Breaking the monotony of everyday life can improve mental health.

日常生活の単調さを打破することは、メンタルヘルスの改善に役立つことがあります。

C1 adverb /ˈmiːk.li/

Meekly

従順に; おとなしく

Meaning

in a quiet, gentle way; without resistance or protest

Example

He meekly accepted the criticism without arguing.

彼は反論せずに従順に批判を受け入れた。

C1 noun ˈmetəl kənˌtæməˈneɪʃən

metal contamination

金属汚染

Meaning

The presence of toxic metals in the environment that pose health and environmental risks.

Example

Metal contamination poses severe health risks.

金属汚染は健康に深刻なリスクをもたらす。

C1 verb /ˈmʌd.əl/

muddle

混乱させる

Meaning

to mix things up in a confused way or to make a mess of something

Example

He muddled the papers and couldn’t find the report.

彼は書類を混乱させ、報告書を見つけられなかった。

A2 adjective /meɪn/

main

主要な

Meaning

most important; chief in size, extent, or importance

Example

The main reason for his success is hard work.

彼の成功の主な理由は、努力したことです。

C1 noun /ˈmɒn.ə.təʊn/

monotone

単調な声

Meaning

A continuous sound, especially of a person's voice, that does not rise and fall in pitch.

Example

The teacher's monotone made the lecture hard to follow.

教師のモノトーンが講義を聞き取るのを難しくした。

C2 noun /ˈmɒnəkl/

monocle

Meaning

A single round lens for one eye, used to correct or enhance vision.

Example

The old gentleman wore a monocle at formal events.

B2 noun /ˌmɪs.ʌn.dəˈstæn.dɪŋ/

Misunderstanding

誤解

Meaning

A failure to understand something correctly; a disagreement or confusion between people

Example

The argument was caused by a simple misunderstanding.

その議論は単純な誤解から生じた。

C1 adjective /maɪˈkroʊ.bi.əl/

microbial

微生物の

Meaning

Related to bacteria, fungi, and other microscopic organisms.

Example

Microbial activity in the soil improves fertility.

土壌中の微生物活動は肥沃度を改善します。

C2 noun /ˈmuːn.biːm/

moonbeam

月光

Meaning

A ray of light from the moon.

Example

A moonbeam lit up the quiet forest clearing.

月光が静かな森の開けた場所を照らした。

C1 noun /ˈmɒnəˌlɒɡ/

monologue

モノローグ

Meaning

A long speech by one person, often in a play or performance.

Example

The actor delivered a powerful monologue on stage.

俳優はステージで力強いモノローグを披露しました。

B2 noun /məˌnɪp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

manipulation

操作

Meaning

The action of manipulating someone or something in a skillful manner; handling or controlling in a subtle, unfair, or unscrupulous way.

Example

Media manipulation influences public opinion.

メディア操作は公共の意見に影響を与えます。

A2 noun/adjective /meɪl/

male

男性

Meaning

a man or boy; relating to men or boys

Example

The school has more male teachers than female teachers.

学校には女性の教師よりも男性の教師が多い。

C2 noun /ˈmæntl̩/

mantel

暖炉の上の棚

Meaning

A shelf above a fireplace, often used for decoration.

Example

She placed family photos on the mantel above the fireplace.

彼女は家族の写真を暖炉の上の棚に置きました。

B2 noun /ˈmɪz.ər.i/

Misery

苦しみ; 極度の貧困; 苦痛

Meaning

Great mental or physical suffering; extreme unhappiness or distress

Example

The poor family lived in complete misery after losing their home.

貧しい家族は家を失った後、完全な苦しみに生きていました。

A1 modal verb/noun /maɪt/

might

かもしれない / 力

Meaning

used to express possibility; power or strength

Example

She might come to the party if she finishes work early.

もし彼女が早く仕事を終わらせたら、パーティーに来るかもしれない。

C2 noun /ˈmæŋɡoʊ fɪʃ/

Mango fish

スズキ

Meaning

A popular white fish also known as barramundi or Asian sea bass

Example

Mango fish is prized for its delicate flavor and tender texture.

スズキはその繊細な味と柔らかな食感で高く評価されています。

C1 verb /ˌmɪsɪnˈtɜːrprɪt/

misinterpret

誤解する

Meaning

to understand or explain something wrongly

Example

He misinterpreted her silence as agreement.

彼は彼女の沈黙を同意と誤解した。

C2 noun /maɪˈkrɒmɪtər/

micrometer

マイクロメーター

Meaning

A device used for measuring small distances with great accuracy.

Example

The engineer used a micrometer to measure the thickness of the wire.

エンジニアはワイヤーの厚さを測るためにマイクロメーターを使いました。

A1 verb /mʌst/

must

しなければならない

Meaning

to be required or obligated to

Example

You must complete your homework before you go out.

あなたは外出する前に宿題を終わらせなければなりません。

C2 adjective /ˈmiːliˌmaʊðd/

mealymouthed

言い逃れをする

Meaning

not willing to speak directly and honestly; evasive in speech

Example

The politician gave a mealymouthed response to the tough question.

その政治家は難しい質問に対して言い逃れをした。

C2 noun /ˌmɪstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

mystification

困惑, 神秘化

Meaning

the act of making something unclear or confusing; a state of being puzzled or bewildered

Example

The audience watched in mystification as the magician performed his tricks.

観客はマジシャンが手品を披露する間、困惑して見ていた。

B1 adjective /ˈmɑːrvələs/

marvelous

素晴らしい

Meaning

Causing great wonder or delight; extraordinary.

Example

She gave a marvelous performance on stage.

彼女はステージで素晴らしいパフォーマンスを披露しました。

C2 noun /mɪf/

miff

小さな争い

Meaning

A petty quarrel or annoyance.

Example

They had a slight miff over the seating arrangement.

彼らは座席配置について小さな争いを起こしました。

C1 verb /mɑːr/

mar

台無しにする

Meaning

to spoil or damage the appearance or quality of something

Example

The scratch will mar the beauty of the painting.

その傷は絵画の美しさを台無しにする。

C1 noun /ˈmælədi/

Malady

病気; 疾患; 重大な問題

Meaning

A disease or ailment; a serious problem

Example

The doctor diagnosed a rare malady that affected her nervous system.

医者は神経系に影響を与えた珍しい病気を診断しました。

C2 noun /ˈmænˌiː.tər/

man-eater

人食い

Meaning

An animal that kills and eats humans; informally, a woman who is very assertive in relationships.

Example

The tiger became a notorious man-eater in the village.

その虎は村で悪名高い人食いとなった。

C2 noun /ˈmoʊlər/

molar

臼歯

Meaning

A large tooth at the back of the mouth used for grinding food.

Example

The dentist had to extract his wisdom molar.

歯科医は彼の親知らずを抜かなければなりませんでした。

A2 noun/adjective /ˈmɛksɪkən/

mexican

幸せ

Meaning

a native or inhabitant of Mexico; relating to Mexico or its people, culture, or language

Example

She enjoys Mexican food like tacos and enchiladas.

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。

C1 noun /ˌmiːdɪˈeɪʃən/

mediation

仲裁

Meaning

Intervention between parties to promote reconciliation, settlement, or compromise.

Example

The mediation helped resolve the conflict between the two teams.

その仲裁は二つのチーム間の対立を解決するのに役立ちました。

B2 noun /ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/

mechanism

機構

Meaning

A system of parts working together in a machine; a process or technique for achieving something.

Example

The mechanism of the clock stopped working after years of use.

時計の機構は長年の使用後に動作を停止した。

C1 noun /mɔːrˈfɑːlədʒi/

morphology

形態学

Meaning

the study of the form and structure of things, especially in language and biology

Example

Morphology studies the structure of words and how they are formed.

形態学は、単語の構造とその形成方法を研究します。

A2 noun /mjuːˈzɪʃən/

musician

音楽家

Meaning

a person who plays a musical instrument or is musically talented

Example

He is a talented musician.

彼は才能ある音楽家です。

B2 adjective /ˈmɒdɪst/

modest

Meaning

Having or showing a humble estimate of one’s importance; simple and not extravagant.

Example

She lives in a modest house in the countryside.

C2 noun /ˌmɪsæprɪˈhɛnʃən/

misapprehension

誤解

Meaning

a mistaken belief or misunderstanding

Example

There is a common misapprehension about the causes of the disease.

病気の原因についての一般的な誤解がある。

B2 noun /ˈmæstərpiːs/

Masterpiece

傑作

Meaning

A work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship

Example

The Mona Lisa is considered one of the greatest masterpieces of all time.

モナリザは、すべての時代で最も偉大な傑作の1つと見なされています。

C2 noun /ˌmɔːzəˈliːəm/

mausoleum

霊廟

Meaning

A large stately building that houses a tomb or several tombs.

Example

The king was buried in a grand mausoleum.

王は壮大な霊廟に埋葬されました。

B1 noun /ˈmiːtər/

meter

メートル

Meaning

A unit of length in the metric system equal to 100 centimeters; also, a device that measures quantity such as electricity or gas.

Example

The technician came to check the electricity meter.

技術者が電気メーターをチェックしに来ました。

B2 verb /ˌmænjʊˈfæktʃər/

manufacture

製造

Meaning

to produce goods in large quantities using machinery; to make or create something

Example

The company manufactures electronic devices for global markets.

その会社はグローバル市場向けに電子機器を製造しています。

A2 verb /ˈmæri/

marry

結婚する

Meaning

to become husband and wife; to perform a wedding ceremony

Example

They plan to marry next summer.

彼らは来年の夏に結婚する予定です。

C1 noun mɪˈtɪkjʊləsnɪs

meticulousness

詳細への注意

Meaning

Great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

Example

His meticulousness made the project successful.

彼のメティキュラスネスはプロジェクトを成功させました。

C1 noun /ˈmɒd.ə.sti/

Modesty

謙虚さ; 謙遜

Meaning

the quality of being humble and not boastful about achievements

Example

Despite his success, he showed great modesty.

成功にもかかわらず、彼は偉大な謙虚さを示しました。