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。

B2 noun /ˈmɪd.deɪ/

Midday

正午

Meaning

The middle of the day; twelve o'clock in the daytime; noon

Example

The sun is brightest at midday when it's directly overhead.

太陽は正午に最も輝いており、真上にあります。

B2 noun /ˈmeɪn.tən.əns/

maintenance

メンテナンス

Meaning

The process of keeping something in proper working condition; upkeep.

Example

Regular maintenance increases the lifespan of machines.

定期的なメンテナンスは機械の寿命を延ばします。

B2 noun /ˈməʊtərɪst/

motorist

自動車運転者

Meaning

a person who drives a motor vehicle, especially a car or motorcycle

Example

The motorist stopped to help after seeing the accident on the highway.

自動車運転者は事故を見て車を止め、助けました。

B2 noun /mɪnt/

Mint

ミント; 金貨の鋳造所

Meaning

An aromatic plant used for flavoring; also a place where money is manufactured

Example

She added fresh mint leaves to the tea for a refreshing taste.

彼女はお茶に新鮮なミントの葉を加えて、さわやかな味を加えました。

B2 noun /ˌmɪsˈfɔːrtʃən/

misfortune

不運

Meaning

Bad luck or an unfortunate event.

Example

He suffered the misfortune of losing his job during the recession.

彼は不況時に仕事を失うという不運に見舞われました。

B2 adjective /ˌmʌltɪˈlɪŋɡwəl/

multilingual

多言語の

Meaning

Able to speak or written in several languages.

Example

She grew up in a multilingual household.

彼女は多言語の家庭で育ちました。

B2 noun /ˈmaɪnə(r)/

miner

鉱夫

Meaning

a person who works in a mine, extracting minerals or other resources

Example

The miner worked in the coal mine for many years.

鉱夫は長年、石炭鉱で働いていました。

B2 noun ˈmɑːr.kɪt ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi

market economy

市場経済

Meaning

An economic system where production and pricing decisions are controlled by individuals and based on supply and demand.

Example

A market economy allows businesses to compete freely.

市場経済は企業が自由に競争できるようにします。

B2 verb /mɛnd/

mend

修理する

Meaning

To repair something that is broken or damaged.

Example

She learned to mend her torn dress.

彼女は裂けたドレスを修理することを学びました。

B2 noun /ˈmɪn.ɪ.stri/

Ministry

省庁

Meaning

A government department responsible for a particular area of public administration

Example

The Ministry of Education announced new policies for schools.

教育省は学校のための新しい政策を発表しました。

B2 noun /ˈmʌð.ər.hʊd/

Motherhood

母性

Meaning

the state of being a mother; the qualities of a mother

Example

She embraced the joys and challenges of motherhood.

彼女は母性の喜びと挑戦を受け入れました。

B2 adjective /məˈtjʊr/

mature

成熟した

Meaning

fully developed or grown, especially emotionally or intellectually

Example

She has become a mature and confident leader.

彼女は成熟した自信に満ちたリーダーになった。

B2 noun /ˈmoʊ.tɪv/

Motive

動機; 理由; 刺激

Meaning

a reason for doing something; what drives someone to act

Example

The police are investigating the motive for the crime.

警察は犯罪の動機を調査しています。

B2 verb /ˈmeməraɪz/

memorize

暗記する

Meaning

to learn something by heart; to commit to memory

Example

Students need to memorize important formulas for the exam.

学生は試験のために重要な公式を覚える必要があります。

B2 noun /ˈmɒdəreɪtər/

moderator

モデレーター

Meaning

A person who leads or oversees discussions, debates, or forums to maintain order.

Example

The moderator asked each panelist to share their views.

モデレーターは各パネリストに自分の意見を共有するように頼みました。

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。

B2 adverb /ˈmɪzərəbli/

Miserably

悲惨に

Meaning

in a wretched or unhappy manner; extremely badly

Example

The team performed miserably in the championship.

チームはチャンピオンシップで悲惨にプレーしました。

B2 noun /məˈkænɪks/

mechanics

力学

Meaning

the branch of physics concerned with the motion of objects and the forces acting on them; also refers to the practical details of how something works

Example

He studied the mechanics of the machine before fixing it.

彼は機械を修理する前に、その力学を学んだ。

B2 noun /ˈmærəθən/

marathon

マラソン

Meaning

a long-distance running race, typically 42.195 kilometers (26.2 miles)

Example

She completed the marathon in under four hours.

彼女は4時間以内にマラソンを完走しました。

B2 noun /ˈmeɪnˌlænd/

mainland

Meaning

the principal landmass of a country or continent, as opposed to the surrounding islands

Example

The mainland of Australia is home to most of its population.

B2 adjective /ˈmæn.dəˌtɔːr.i/

mandatory

義務的な

Meaning

required by law or rules; compulsory

Example

Wearing seat belts is mandatory in most countries.

ほとんどの国でシートベルトの着用は義務的です。

B2 verb ম্যানিফেস্ট

manifest

現れる

Meaning

To show or demonstrate clearly; to become evident or apparent.

Example

Symptoms of De Quervain's Syndrome may manifest after prolonged phone use.

デ・クエルヴァイン症候群の症状は、長時間の携帯電話使用後に現れることがあります。

B2 adjective /ˈmɪl.ki waɪt/

Milky white

ミルクのような白

Meaning

a pure white color resembling milk

Example

The clouds looked milky white against the blue sky.

青い空を背景に雲がミルキーウェイトに見えた。

B2 noun ˈmaɪl.stəʊn

milestone

マイルストーン

Meaning

An important event or stage in the development, progress, or history of something.

Example

This discovery is a milestone in biotechnology.

この発見はバイオテクノロジーにおける重要なマイルストーンです。

B2 noun /ˈmɛr.ɪt/

Merit

メリット; 優れた点; 評価に値する品質

Meaning

The quality of being particularly good or worthy, especially deserving praise, reward, or attention

Example

She was promoted based on her merit and hard work.

彼女はそのメリットと努力によって昇進しました。

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。

B2 noun /ˈmɜːrdərər/

murderer

殺人犯

Meaning

a person who unlawfully kills another human being with intent

Example

The murderer was caught by the police within hours.

殺人犯は数時間以内に警察に捕まった。

B2 noun /məʊˈbɪləti/

mobility

モビリティ

Meaning

The ability to move or be moved freely and easily; the quality of being mobile.

Example

The mobility of workers is essential for the success of the project.

労働者のモビリティはプロジェクトの成功にとって不可欠です。

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 noun ˈme.trɪks

metrics

メトリクス

Meaning

A system or standard of measurement; a set of numbers that give information about a particular process or activity.

Example

Metrics are crucial for evaluating performance.

メトリクスはパフォーマンスを評価するために重要です。

B2 noun /mjuːl/

Mule

ラバ

Meaning

the offspring of a donkey and a horse, used as a working animal

Example

The farmer used a mule to carry heavy loads.

農夫は重い荷物を運ぶためにラバを使いました。

B2 noun /ˈmɛmoʊ/

memo

Meaning

a written message, typically in a business setting

Example

He wrote a memo to the staff about the upcoming meeting.

B2 noun /ˈmʌs.tərd/

Mustard

マスタード

Meaning

A pungent seed or condiment made from ground mustard seeds

Example

She added mustard seeds to the curry for extra flavor.

カレーに風味を加えるためにマスタードの種を加えました。

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。

B2 noun /ˈmɪnərəl/

mineral

鉱物

Meaning

a naturally occurring substance that is solid and inorganic, often used in industry or nutrition

Example

Calcium is an important mineral for strong bones.

カルシウムは強い骨のための重要な鉱物です。

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。

B2 noun /ˌmɛθəˈdɑlədʒi/

methodology

方法論

Meaning

A system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity.

Example

The research was conducted using a new methodology.

その研究は新しいメソドロジーを使って行われました。

B2 noun /ˈmɛtəfɔːr/

metaphor

幸せ

Meaning

A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable.

Example

Time is a thief is a common metaphor for how quickly life passes.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠せなかった。

B2 noun /mɪl/

mill

製粉所

Meaning

a building equipped with machinery for grinding grain or manufacturing goods

Example

The old flour mill has been converted into a museum.

古い小麦粉工場は博物館に改装されました。

B2 verb /ˈmɑːdɪfaɪ/

modify

変更する

Meaning

to change or alter something; to make partial changes

Example

We need to modify the plan to include more details.

計画を変更して、詳細を追加する必要があります。

B2 verb /məˈnɪpjʊleɪt/

manipulate

操作する

Meaning

to handle or control skillfully; to influence someone in a clever way

Example

She can manipulate the software to create stunning graphics.

彼女はソフトウェアを操って素晴らしいグラフィックスを作成できます。

B2 adjective /mæɡˈnɛtɪk/

magnetic

磁気

Meaning

having the power to attract metal objects or to attract people or things in a strong way

Example

The magnetic field of the Earth protects us from harmful solar radiation.

地球の磁場は有害な太陽放射から私たちを守ります。

B2 adjective /ˌmænˈmeɪd/

manmade

人工の

Meaning

something created or built by humans rather than occurring naturally

Example

This lake is manmade, not natural.

この湖は人工のもので、自然のものではありません。

B2 noun /məˈlɛəriə/

malaria

マラリア

Meaning

a serious infectious disease spread by mosquitoes, causing fever, chills, and sweating

Example

Malaria is a common disease in tropical regions.

マラリアは熱帯地域で一般的な病気です。

B2 adjective /ˌmɛtrəˈpɑːlɪtən/

metropolitan

大都市

Meaning

Relating to a large city, its surrounding areas, or its lifestyle.

Example

She moved to a metropolitan area for better job opportunities.

彼女はより良い仕事の機会のために大都市エリアに引っ越しました。

B2 noun /mʌŋk/

Monk

僧侶

Meaning

a man who is a member of a religious community living under vows

Example

The monk spent hours in meditation each day.

その僧侶は毎日数時間を瞑想に費やしました。

B2 adjective /ˈmɛʒərd/

measured

測定された

Meaning

carefully considered and deliberate

Example

She spoke in a calm, measured tone.

彼女は冷静で測定された口調で話しました。

B2 verb /maʊnt/

mount

取り付ける

Meaning

to climb up, rise, or fix something in place

Example

They plan to mount a camera on the wall.

彼らは壁にカメラを取り付ける予定です。

B2 adjective /ˈmʌd.i/

muddy

泥だらけ

Meaning

covered in or full of mud; unclear or confused

Example

The children came back with muddy shoes after playing outside.

子供たちは外で遊んだ後、泥だらけの靴で帰ってきました。

B2 adverb /mɔːrˈoʊvər/

moreover

その上

Meaning

Used to add information that supports or emphasizes what has already been said.

Example

The job is challenging; moreover, it requires excellent communication skills.

その仕事は挑戦的です。その上、優れたコミュニケーションスキルが必要です。

B2 noun /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərər/

manufacturer

製造業者

Meaning

A person or company that makes goods in large quantities.

Example

The manufacturer produces cars for the global market.

製造業者はグローバル市場向けに車を生産しています。

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。

B2 adjective /ˈmɪd.əl.eɪdʒd/

Middle-aged

中年

Meaning

being of an age between young and old; typically between 40-60 years old

Example

The middle-aged man started a new career.

中年の男性が新しいキャリアを始めた。

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。

B2 adjective /ˌmiː.diˈiː.vəl/

medieval

中世の

Meaning

Relating to the Middle Ages, the period in European history from about the 5th to the 15th century.

Example

The castle is a famous medieval monument.

その城は有名な中世の記念碑です。

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。

B2 adjective /ˈmæskjəlɪn/

masculine

男性的

Meaning

having qualities traditionally associated with men

Example

He has a deep, masculine voice.

彼は深い男性的な声を持っています。

B2 adjective /ˈmɛtrɪk/

metric

メトリック

Meaning

Relating to the metric system of measurement; also, a standard of measurement used to assess performance.

Example

The company tracks success using clear performance metrics.

会社は明確なパフォーマンス指標を使用して成功を追跡しています。

B2 noun /ˈmɒlɪkjuːl/

molecule

分子

Meaning

The smallest unit of a chemical compound that retains its chemical properties.

Example

A water molecule is made up of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.

水分子は2つの水素原子と1つの酸素原子で構成されています。

B2 adverb /mɪdst/

Midst

真ん中で; その中で

Meaning

in the middle of; among

Example

She stood in the midst of the crowd.

彼女は群衆の真ん中に立っていました。

B2 noun /ˈmɔɪs.tʃər/

Moisture

湿気

Meaning

water or dampness that exists in small amounts in the air or on a surface

Example

The skin cream helps retain moisture.

スキンクリームは湿気を保持するのに役立ちます。

B2 adjective /mɪˈsteɪkən/

mistaken

間違った

Meaning

wrong or incorrect because of an error in judgment or understanding

Example

I was mistaken about the meeting time.

私は会議の時間を間違えていました。

B2 noun ˈmɒn.ə.ki

monarchy

君主制

Meaning

A form of government with a monarch at the head, where supreme power is held by a single person such as a king or queen.

Example

The monarchy was abolished during the revolution.

革命の間に君主制は廃止されました。

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 ˈmem.ər.ə.bəl

memorable

記憶に残る

Meaning

Worth remembering or easily remembered, especially because of being special or unusual.

Example

Memorable events inspire generations.

記憶に残る出来事は、世代をインスパイアします。

B2 adjective /ˈmaɪti/

mighty

強力な

Meaning

having great power or strength; very strong or impressive

Example

The mighty river flows through the heart of the country.

その強力な川は国の中心を流れている。

B2 noun /ˈmɑːr.tɪn/

Martin

ツバメ

Meaning

small swift-flying bird that catches insects on the wing

Example

The martin built its nest under the bridge.

ツバメは橋の下に巣を作りました。

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.

B2 noun ˈmɒnjʊmənt

monument

記念碑

Meaning

A statue, building, or other structure erected to commemorate a notable person or event.

Example

A monument should honor his contributions.

記念碑は彼の貢献を讃えるべきです。

B2 noun /ˈmʌð.ər.lænd/

Motherland

母国; 出身地

Meaning

the country where one was born or has citizenship; homeland

Example

He always spoke fondly of his motherland.

彼はいつも自分の母国について愛情を込めて話していました。

B2 noun ˈmɪdl klæs

middle-class

中産階級

Meaning

The social group between the upper and working classes, typically consisting of well-educated people.

Example

The middle-class was largely affected by the decision.

中産階級はその決定によって大きな影響を受けました。

B2 noun /məˈræl.ə.ti/

Morality

道徳

Meaning

principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong behavior

Example

The debate focused on the morality of the decision.

議論はその決定の道徳性に焦点を当てました。

B2 noun məˈmɔːriəl

memorial

記念碑

Meaning

A structure or building made to remind people of a person or event.

Example

Thousands gather at the National Memorial.

何千人もの人々が国立記念碑に集まります。

B2 noun /ˈmɜːrtʃənt/

merchant

商人

Meaning

a person or company involved in the trade of goods, especially in large quantities

Example

The merchant sold spices from distant lands.

商人は遠くの土地から香辛料を売っていた。

B2 adjective /ˈmjuːtʃuəl/

Mutual

相互

Meaning

shared by two or more parties; reciprocal

Example

They have a mutual respect for each other.

彼らはお互いに相互尊重を持っています。

B2 adverb /ˈmæn.ju.ə.li/

Manually

手動で; 物理的な労力を使って;

Meaning

by hand; using physical effort rather than machines

Example

The data was entered manually into the system.

データは手動でシステムに入力されました。

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。

B2 verb /maɪˈɡreɪt/

migrate

Meaning

To move from one region or habitat to another, especially regularly according to the seasons or for work.

Example

Birds migrate south during the winter.

B2 noun /meɪz/

Maize

トウモロコシ

Meaning

a tall cereal plant bearing large grains on a cob; corn

Example

Farmers in the region grow maize as their primary crop for both food and animal feed.

この地域の農家は、食料と動物の餌の両方としてトウモロコシを主要な作物として育てています。

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。

B2 adjective /ˈmɪθɪkəl/

Mythical

神話的な

Meaning

existing only in myths or legends; imaginary or fictitious

Example

Dragons are mythical creatures that appear in many cultures.

ドラゴンは多くの文化に登場する神話的な生き物です。

B2 adjective /ˈmɪnɪməl/

minimal

最小限

Meaning

the smallest or least amount possible

Example

The damage to the car was minimal after the accident.

事故後、車の損傷は最小限でした。

B2 noun /ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪvjər/

misbehavior

不正行為

Meaning

bad or improper behavior

Example

The teacher punished the student for his misbehavior.

教師は彼の不正行為で生徒を罰しました。

B2 noun /ˈmɜːrsi/

Mercy

慈悲

Meaning

Compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is in one's power to punish

Example

The judge showed mercy and gave him a lighter sentence.

裁判官は慈悲を示し、より軽い判決を与えました。

B2 noun /ˈmeɪər/

mayor

市長

Meaning

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

Example

The mayor announced a new policy to improve public transport.

市長は公共交通機関を改善するために新しい政策を発表しました。

B2 noun /maɪˈɡreɪʃən/

migration

移動

Meaning

the movement of people or animals from one place to another, often for better living conditions or seasonal reasons

Example

The annual migration of birds is a fascinating natural event.

鳥の毎年の移動は魅力的な自然現象です。

B2 noun /ˈmɪsaɪl/ or /ˈmɪsəl/

missile

ミサイル

Meaning

a weapon that is self-propelled and directed toward a target

Example

The army launched a missile towards the enemy base.

軍は敵基地に向かってミサイルを発射しました。

B2 verb /ˈmɑː.vəl/

marvel

驚嘆する

Meaning

To be filled with wonder or astonishment.

Example

People marvel at their surroundings.

人々は自分の周りの環境に驚嘆しています。

B2 noun /menˈtæləti/

Mentality

メンタリティ; 思考方法

Meaning

The characteristic attitude of mind or way of thinking of a person or group

Example

The team needs to develop a winning mentality to succeed.

チームは成功するために勝者のメンタリティを発展させる必要がある。

B2 noun /ˈmæm.əl/

mammal

哺乳類

Meaning

A warm-blooded animal with hair or fur, and females produce milk for their young.

Example

The whale is the largest mammal on Earth.

クジラは地球上で最も大きな哺乳類です。

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。

B2 noun /mɒsk/

mosque

モスク

Meaning

A Muslim place of worship.

Example

They gathered at the mosque for the Friday prayer.

彼らは金曜日の祈りのためにモスクに集まりました。

B2 noun /ˈmɑːrbəl/

marble

Meaning

a hard, smooth stone used in building and sculpture, often white with colored lines

Example

The floor of the palace was made of white marble.

B2 noun /meɪz/

Maze

迷路

Meaning

A network of paths designed as a puzzle; a confusing situation

Example

The children got lost in the corn maze at the harvest festival.

子供たちは収穫祭のとうもろこしの迷路で迷子になった。

B2 adverb /ˈmɒdərətli/

moderately

適度に

Meaning

to a reasonable extent, not excessively

Example

She exercises moderately to stay healthy.

彼女は健康を保つために適度に運動しています。

B2 noun /məˈtʃʊrəti/

Maturity

成熟

Meaning

The state of being mature; full development physically or emotionally

Example

With age comes wisdom and emotional maturity.

年齢とともに知恵と感情的成熟が訪れる。

B2 adjective /mæɡˈnɪfɪsənt/

magnificent

素晴らしい

Meaning

extremely beautiful, impressive, or splendid

Example

The view from the mountain was truly magnificent.

山からの景色は本当に素晴らしかった。

B2 noun /ˌmedɪˈkeɪʃən/

medication

薬

Meaning

a drug or other form of medicine used to treat or prevent disease

Example

The doctor prescribed medication for his headache.

医者は彼の頭痛のために薬を処方した。

B2 noun /mɪθ/

myth

神話

Meaning

A traditional story explaining natural or social phenomena, often involving supernatural beings; a widely held but false belief.

Example

The myth of the phoenix tells of a bird reborn from its ashes.

フェニックスの神話は、灰の中から生まれ変わった鳥の話を伝えています。

B2 noun /ˈmæt.rəs/

Mattress

マットレス

Meaning

a large rectangular pad for supporting the reclining body, used as or on a bed

Example

We bought a new mattress for our bedroom.

私たちは寝室のために新しいマットレスを買いました。

B2 verb /ˌmɪsˈjuːz/

misuse

誤用

Meaning

To use something incorrectly or for the wrong purpose.

Example

Misusing social media profiles can harm relationships.

ソーシャルメディアのプロフィールを誤って使うと、人間関係に害を及ぼす可能性があります。

B2 noun /ˌmɒd.ən.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

modernization

近代化

Meaning

The process of adapting something to modern needs or habits.

Example

Modernization of industries reduces pollution.

産業の近代化は汚染を減らします。

B2 noun /ˈmɑːrkɪtˌpleɪs/

marketplace

市場

Meaning

a place where goods and services are bought and sold; an open area for trade

Example

The town's marketplace is crowded every Friday morning.

街の市場は毎週金曜日の朝に混雑しています。

B2 noun /ˈmɛntɔːr/

mentor

メンター

Meaning

an experienced person who advises and guides someone less experienced

Example

She acted as a mentor for the new employees.

彼女は新しい社員のためにメンターとして活動しました。

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。

B2 noun məˈtæb.əl.ɪ.zəm

metabolism

新陳代謝

Meaning

The chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life.

Example

Exercise boosts metabolism and burns calories.

運動は新陳代謝を促進し、カロリーを燃焼します。

B2 noun /ˌmʌltɪplɪˈkeɪʃən/

multiplication

掛け算

Meaning

the mathematical process of combining numbers to get a product; the act of increasing in number or amount

Example

Multiplication is one of the basic operations taught in elementary mathematics.

掛け算は算数の基本的な計算です。

B2 verb /mɜːrdʒ/

merge

統合する

Meaning

to combine or join together; to blend into one

Example

The two companies decided to merge to increase their market share.

2つの会社は市場シェアを増やすために合併することを決定しました。

B2 verb /ˈmɑːdərət/

moderate

調整する

Meaning

to make less extreme or intense; to control or preside over

Example

She moderated the heated debate between the candidates.

彼女は候補者の間で熱い議論を調整しました。

B2 noun ˈmoʊ.baɪl sɪˈkjʊr.ə.ti

mobile security

モバイルセキュリティ

Meaning

Protection of mobile devices and the data stored on them from security threats.

Example

Strong mobile security protects personal information.

強力なモバイルセキュリティは個人情報を保護します。

B2 adjective məˈriːn

marine

海の

Meaning

Of, relating to, or characteristic of the sea; living or growing in the sea.

Example

Marine ecosystems are highly sensitive to human activity.

海洋生態系は人間の活動に非常に敏感です。

B2 verb /ˈmɒdənaɪz/

modernize

近代化する

Meaning

To adapt something to modern needs or styles; to update or improve.

Example

The company plans to modernize its IT infrastructure.

その会社はITインフラを近代化する計画です。

B2 verb /ˈmæk.sɪ.maɪz/

maximize

最大化する

Meaning

to increase something as much as possible

Example

The company aims to maximize its profits this year.

会社は今年、利益を最大化することを目指しています。

B2 noun ˈmaɪnd.set

mindset

マインドセット

Meaning

The established set of attitudes held by someone.

Example

A growth mindset helps individuals embrace challenges.

成長マインドセットは、個人が挑戦を受け入れるのを助けます。

B2 noun /ˈmɪks.tʃər/

Mixture

混合物

Meaning

a combination of different substances or elements

Example

The cake batter is a mixture of flour, eggs, and milk.

ケーキの生地は小麦粉、卵、牛乳の混合物です。

B2 noun /mɪˈθɒlədʒi/

mythology

Meaning

A collection of myths, especially belonging to a particular culture or religion.

Example

Greek mythology is filled with stories of gods and heroes.

B2 adjective /ˈmaɪnd.fəl/

Mindful

注意深い; 意識的

Meaning

being conscious or aware; paying attention to the present moment

Example

She is always mindful of her surroundings and pays attention to details.

彼女は常に自分の周りに注意を払い、詳細に気を配っています。

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。

B2 noun /moʊˈmɛn.təm/

momentum

勢い

Meaning

The quantity of motion of a moving body; the impetus and driving force gained by the development of a process or course of events.

Example

The company gained momentum after launching a new product.

会社は新しい製品を発売した後、勢いを得ました。

B2 noun /mæt/

Mat

マット

Meaning

a piece of coarse material placed on a floor for people to wipe their feet on

Example

Please wipe your feet on the mat before entering.

入る前にマットで足を拭いてください。