C1 adjective /ˈnær.oʊ ˈmaɪn.dɪd/

Narrow-minded

視野が狭い

Meaning

unwilling to consider new ideas; prejudiced; intolerant; having a limited perspective

Example

His narrow-minded attitude prevented him from accepting new ideas.

彼の視野が狭いため、新しいアイデアを受け入れることができませんでした。

C2 noun /nɑnˈen.tə.ti/

Nonentity

重要でない人物; 存在しないもの

Meaning

a person of no importance or influence; something that does not exist

Example

He felt like a nonentity in the large corporation.

彼は大企業でノンエンティティのように感じていました。

C2 adjective /ˌnɒnˈtrɪviəl/

nontrivial

非自明

Meaning

Not simple or easy; requiring effort or significant thought.

Example

Solving the equation turned out to be a nontrivial task.

方程式を解くことは非自明な作業であることが分かりました。

C2 noun /ˈnɛtl̩/

nettle

触れると痛みを引き起こす植物

Meaning

a plant with stinging hairs that cause irritation when touched

Example

He accidentally brushed against the nettle and felt a sharp sting.

彼は不注意でイラクサに触れて鋭い痛みを感じた。

B2 adjective /ˈnoʊtəbl/

notable

顕著な

Meaning

worthy of attention or notice; remarkable

Example

She made a notable contribution to the project.

彼女はプロジェクトに顕著な貢献をしました。

A2 adverb /ˈnaɪsli/

nicely

上手に

Meaning

in a pleasant, kind, or satisfactory manner; carefully and appropriately

Example

She explained the problem nicely so everyone could understand.

彼女はみんなが理解できるように上手に説明した。

C2 noun /nɛˈkroʊsɪs/

necrosis

壊死

Meaning

the death of body tissue due to disease, injury, or lack of blood supply

Example

The doctor explained that the patient’s wound showed signs of necrosis.

医師は、患者の傷が壊死の兆候を示していると説明しました。

B2 adjective /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/

neighboring

隣接する

Meaning

situated near or next to another place; adjacent or nearby.

Example

They visited a neighboring village for the festival.

彼らは祭りのために隣の村を訪れました。

C1 noun ˌnæn.oʊ.tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒi

nanotechnology

ナノテクノロジー

Meaning

The branch of technology that deals with dimensions and tolerances of less than 100 nanometers.

Example

Nanotechnology is advancing medical treatments.

ナノテクノロジーは医療治療の進歩を促進しています。

C1 noun /ˈnjʊə.rəʊ.trænsˌmɪt.ərs/

neurotransmitters

神経伝達物質

Meaning

Chemical messengers that transmit signals across nerve synapses, affecting mood, behavior, and cognitive functions.

Example

Serotonin and dopamine are key neurotransmitters affecting mood.

セロトニンとドーパミンは気分に影響を与える主要な神経伝達物質です。

A2 adverb /ˈnɪərbaɪ/

Near-by

近く; 近所

Meaning

close to; not far away; in the neighborhood

Example

There is a grocery store nearby.

近くに食料品店があります。

C2 noun /nuːt/

Newt

イモリ

Meaning

a small amphibian with a long tail that lives both in water and on land

Example

The newt swam gracefully in the pond.

イモリは池で優雅に泳いでいました。

B2 noun /ˈnjuːzˌlɛtər/

newsletter

ニュースレター

Meaning

a printed or electronic report containing news or information about a company or organization

Example

The company sends a weekly newsletter to its employees.

その会社は毎週社員にニュースレターを送ります。

C1 noun /ˈneb.jʊ.lə/

nebula

星雲

Meaning

A cloud of gas and dust in outer space, sometimes visible in the night sky.

Example

The Orion Nebula is one of the brightest in the sky.

オリオン星雲は空で最も明るいものの一つです。

C2 adjective /ˈnʌpʃəl/

nuptial

結婚式の

Meaning

Relating to marriage or weddings.

Example

The couple prepared for their nuptial ceremony with great joy.

そのカップルは喜びと共に結婚式の準備をしました。

C2 noun /ˈneɪdɪər/

nadir

Meaning

The lowest point of a situation or condition.

Example

The company reached its nadir during the financial crisis.

C1 noun /ˈnɛm.ə.sɪs/

nemesis

敵 / ライバル

Meaning

A long-standing rival or an inescapable agent of downfall.

Example

For years, he considered his colleague to be his nemesis.

何年もの間、彼は同僚を自分の敵だと思っていた。

B2 noun /ˈnoʊ.ʃən/

Notion

概念

Meaning

a conception or belief about something; an idea or opinion

Example

She had a strange notion that someone was following her.

彼女は誰かが彼女を追っているという奇妙な概念を持っていた。

B2 adjective /ˈnoʊ.bəl/

Noble

高貴な

Meaning

having high moral qualities; honorable; generous; of aristocratic birth

Example

His noble actions helped many people in need.

彼の高貴な行いは困っている多くの人々を助けた。

C1 adjective /ˈnjuː.tri.ənt dɛns/

nutrient-dense

栄養価が高い

Meaning

Rich in nutrients and high nutritional value.

Example

Organic food is often more nutrient-dense than processed food.

オーガニック食品は、加工食品よりも栄養価が高いことがよくあります。

C1 noun /nɪˈɡeɪʃən/

negation

否定

Meaning

The act of denying something; the contradiction or absence of something.

Example

The theory is built on the negation of traditional beliefs.

理論は伝統的な信念の否定に基づいています。

B1 adverb /ˈnjuːli/

newly

necropolis

古代の墓地

Meaning

a large ancient cemetery with elaborate tombs

Example

The archaeologists discovered artifacts in the necropolis of the ancient city.

考古学者たちは古代都市のネクロポリスで遺物を発見しました。

C2 noun /ˈnoʊzˌɡeɪ/

nosegay

花束

Meaning

a small bunch of flowers, typically given as a gift or carried for decoration

Example

She carried a nosegay of fresh roses to the ceremony.

彼女は式典に新鮮なバラの花束を持って行った。

C2 noun /nɪˈkrɒlədʒi/

necrology

訃報

Meaning

An obituary notice or a list of people who have recently died.

Example

The newspaper published a necrology of notable figures who passed away that year.

その新聞は、その年に亡くなった著名な人物のネクロロジーを発表しました。

C1 noun ˌnɒn.kəʊˌɒp.ərˈeɪ.ʃən

non-cooperation

非協力

Meaning

The practice of refusing to cooperate, especially as a form of protest.

Example

The non-cooperation movement gained momentum.

非協力運動は勢いを得た。

C1 adjective /ˈnɪmbəl/

nimble

素早い

Meaning

Quick and light in movement or thought.

Example

The dancer’s nimble steps impressed the audience.

ダンサーの素早いステップが観客を感動させた。

B2 adverb /ˈneɪmli/

Namely

すなわち; 特に;

Meaning

that is to say; specifically; to be precise

Example

Three cities, namely Paris, London, and Rome, were visited.

三つの都市、すなわちパリ、ロンドン、ローマが訪問されました。

C1 noun /ˈnjuːɑːns/

nuance

ニュアンス

Meaning

A subtle difference in shade of meaning, appearance, or sound.

Example

He noticed the subtle nuance in her expression.

彼は彼女の表情に微妙なニュアンスに気づきました。

A2 noun /ˈneɪbər/

neighbor

隣人

Meaning

a person living next door or nearby

Example

My neighbor lent me some sugar when I ran out.

私の隣人は私が砂糖がなくなった時、砂糖を貸してくれました。

B2 adjective /nəˈtɔːriəs/

notorious

悪名高い

Meaning

Famous or well-known for something bad or undesirable

Example

The area is notorious for its high crime rate.

その地域は高い犯罪率で悪名高いです。

B1 noun /ˈnɜːrsɪŋ/

nursing

看護

Meaning

the profession or practice of caring for the sick or injured

Example

She is studying nursing to become a healthcare professional.

彼女は医療専門職になるために看護学を学んでいます。

A2 conjunction /nɔːr/

nor

またはない

Meaning

used to introduce a negative clause after a negative statement

Example

He didn't call, nor did he send a message.

彼は電話をかけなかったし、メッセージも送らなかった。

C1 adjective /ˈnɔɪz.ləs/

Noiseless

無音の; 完全に静かな

Meaning

making no sound; completely silent

Example

She moved through the house in noiseless steps so as not to wake the baby.

彼女は赤ちゃんを起こさないように、無音で家の中を歩きました。

C2 verb /ˌnɒnˈplʌst/

nonplussed

困惑

Meaning

Past tense of nonplus; surprised and unsure how to react.

Example

He stood nonplussed at the strange remark.

彼は奇妙なコメントに困惑して立ち尽くしていた。

C1 noun /nuːs/

Noose

ロープ

Meaning

a loop with a running knot used for hanging; a trap or snare

Example

The cowboy made a noose to catch the wild horse.

カウボーイは野生の馬を捕まえるためにロープを作りました。

A2 noun /ˈnek.ləs/

Necklace

ネックレス

Meaning

a piece of jewelry that is worn around the neck

Example

She wore a beautiful diamond necklace to the party.

彼女はパーティーで美しいダイヤモンドのネックレスをしていました。

B1 adjective /ˈneɪtɪv/

native

ネイティブ

Meaning

Belonging to a person by birth; originating in a particular place.

Example

He is a native speaker of Bengali.

彼はベンガル語のネイティブスピーカーです。

B2 adverb /ˈnɔɪzɪli/

Noisily

騒々しく

Meaning

in a way that makes a lot of noise; loudly

Example

The children were playing noisily in the playground.

子供たちは遊び場で騒がしく遊んでいました。

C2 adjective /ˈnɒmɪk/

nomic

法則に関連する

Meaning

Relating to laws, rules, or systems.

Example

The philosopher discussed the nomic necessity of natural laws.

哲学者は自然法則のノミックな必要性について議論しました。

A1 noun /ˈnʌmbər/

number

番号

Meaning

a mathematical value used to count, measure, or label

Example

She gave me her phone number.

彼女は私に自分の電話番号を教えてくれました。

C1 adjective /ˌnɒnˈvɜː.bəl/

non-verbal

言葉やスピーチを使用せずに、ジェスチャー、ボディランゲージ、または顔の表情を通じて伝達される。

Meaning

Not involving or using words or speech; communicated through gestures, body language, or facial expressions.

Example

Non-verbal cues are just as important as words.

ノンバーバルキューは言葉と同じくらい重要です。

C1 noun /nɔːrm/

Norm

規範; 標準; ルール; 伝統

Meaning

a standard of behavior; what is typical or expected

Example

Working late has become the norm in this company.

遅くまで働くことがこの会社の規範になった。

C2 noun /nɪb/

nib

ペン先

Meaning

the pointed end of a pen used for writing or drawing

Example

He dipped the nib into the ink before writing.

彼は書く前にペン先をインクに浸しました。

C1 noun /ˈniːdəlwɜːrk/

needlework

刺繍, 手芸

Meaning

The craft of sewing, embroidery, or knitting done with a needle.

Example

Her grandmother taught her the art of needlework.

彼女の祖母は彼女にニードルワークの技術を教えました。

A1 adjective /naɪs/

Nice

素晴らしい; 良い; 魅力的な

Meaning

pleasant; agreeable; satisfactory; good; attractive

Example

She wore a nice dress to the party.

彼女はパーティーに素敵なドレスを着て行きました。

B1 noun /nuːn/

noon

正午

Meaning

12 o'clock in the daytime; midday

Example

The meeting will start at noon.

会議は正午に始まります。

C2 noun /ˈnaɪɪˌlɪzəm/

nihilism

虚無主義

Meaning

The rejection of all religious and moral principles, often in the belief that life is meaningless.

Example

The philosopher was criticized for promoting nihilism.

哲学者はニヒリズムを推進したとして批判されました。

C2 adjective /ˈnjuːbaɪl/

nubile

未婚女性

Meaning

of a young woman, sexually mature and suitable for marriage

Example

The village was celebrating the festival with its nubile maidens dancing.

村はその未婚女性たちが踊る祭りを祝っていました。

B2 adverb /ˌnɒnˈstɒp/

Non-stop

ノンストップ; 途切れなく

Meaning

continuing without stopping; without interruption

Example

The train traveled non-stop from London to Paris.

その列車はロンドンからパリまでノンストップで走った。

A2 adjective /ˈnæʃənəl/

national

国民の

Meaning

relating to a nation, especially its culture, language, or government

Example

The national anthem was played at the ceremony.

国歌は式典で演奏されました。

C1 adjective /ˈneɪm.ləs/

Nameless

名も無き; 匿名の; 不明の; 未確認の

Meaning

having no name; anonymous; unknown; unidentified

Example

The nameless fear haunted him throughout the night.

名も無き恐怖が彼を一晩中追い詰めた。

C1 verb /nɪp/

nip

軽くつねる

Meaning

to pinch or bite lightly; to move quickly

Example

The cold wind nipped at my face.

冷たい風が私の顔を軽くつねった。

C1 noun /ˌnjʊə.roʊ.plæˈstɪs.ɪ.ti/

neuroplasticity

神経可塑性

Meaning

The brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life.

Example

Neuroplasticity allows the brain to rewire itself after an injury.

ニューロプラスティシティは、脳が怪我の後で再配線できるようにします。

C1 noun /noʊˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Nobility

高貴さ; 高い階級

Meaning

the quality of being noble in character; people of noble rank

Example

He showed great nobility in forgiving his enemies.

彼は敵を許すことで大きな高貴さを示しました。

C1 verb /nʌdʒ/

nudge

肘で軽く押す

Meaning

To push someone gently, usually with your elbow, in order to attract attention.

Example

She nudged him to be quiet during the meeting.

会議中、彼女は彼を静かにさせるために軽く肘で押した。

C2 noun /ˈnɒn.ɪʤ/

Nonage

未成年

Meaning

the period of being under the legal age of majority; youth or immaturity

Example

During his nonage, all legal decisions were made by his guardian.

彼が未成年であった間、すべての法的決定は保護者によって下された。

C1 noun /ˈnɔːrmən/

Norman

Meaning

A member of a people of mixed Scandinavian and Frankish origin who settled in Normandy, or relating to their culture.

Example

The Normans conquered England in 1066.

B2 adverb /ˈnoʊtəbli/

notably

目立って

Meaning

used to indicate something worthy of attention or significant

Example

She is notably talented in painting.

彼女は絵画で際立って才能があります。

B2 noun; adjective /ˌnɒnˈprɒfɪt/

non-profit

非営利の

Meaning

an organization that does not operate for profit and reinvests surplus to achieve social goals; not intended to make financial profit

Example

She works for a non-profit that provides free education to underprivileged children.

彼女は無料教育を提供する非営利団体で働いています。

C1 noun /ˈnoʊ.və/

Nova

新星

Meaning

a star that suddenly increases greatly in brightness

Example

Astronomers discovered a new nova in the constellation.

天文学者たちは星座で新しいノヴァを発見しました。

C2 noun /ˈnɪn.i/

Ninny

バカ

Meaning

a silly or foolish person; someone who lacks common sense

Example

Don't be such a ninny, use your brain!

そんなバカなことをするな、頭を使え！

C1 verb /ˈnɛsəl/

nestle

寄り添う

Meaning

to settle or lie comfortably within or against something

Example

The child nestled into her mother's arms.

その子供は母親の腕に寄り添いました。

C2 adjective /ˌnɒnpəˈreɪl/

nonpareil

比類のない

Meaning

Having no equal; unrivaled or matchless.

Example

Her beauty was considered nonpareil in the region.

彼女の美しさはその地域で比類のないものと考えられていた。

C1 adjective /ˈnɒnʃələnt/

nonchalant

Meaning

Appearing calm, casual, and unconcerned.

Example

He gave a nonchalant shrug and walked away.

B2 adjective, adverb /ˈneɪʃənˌwaɪd/

nationwide

全国規模

Meaning

existing or happening throughout an entire nation

Example

The campaign received nationwide support.

キャンペーンは全国的な支持を得ました。

C1 verb /nəˈsɛsɪteɪt/

necessitate

必要とする

Meaning

To make something necessary or unavoidable.

Example

The heavy rains necessitated the cancellation of the event.

激しい雨はイベントのキャンセルを避けられないものにしました。

C1 adjective /ˈnjʊrəl/

neural

Meaning

Relating to nerves or the nervous system.

Example

Scientists study neural connections in the brain.

C1 verb /ˈnʌlɪfaɪ/

nullify

無効にする

Meaning

to make something legally invalid or ineffective

Example

The court decided to nullify the contract.

裁判所は契約を無効にすることを決定しました。

A2 noun (plural) /ˈnuːdəlz/

noodles

麺

Meaning

long, thin strips of dough made from flour, water, or eggs, cooked and eaten as food

Example

She cooked noodles with vegetables for dinner.

彼女は夕食に野菜入りの麺を作った。

B2 adjective /ˈneɪvəl/

naval

海軍の

Meaning

relating to a country's navy or military ships

Example

The country invested heavily in naval defense.

その国は海軍防衛に多額の投資をしました。

B1 noun/adjective /ˈnɒvəl/

novel

小説 / 新しい

Meaning

A long fictional narrative; also something new or unusual.

Example

She spent the weekend reading a historical novel.

彼女は週末に歴史小説を読んで過ごしました。

B2 adjective /njuːˈmɛrɪkəl/

numerical

数値的

Meaning

relating to or expressed in numbers

Example

The report provides numerical data on population growth.

その報告書は人口増加に関する数値データを提供しています。

C2 verb /ˈnuːkliˌeɪt/

nucleate

核形成

Meaning

to form into a nucleus or bring together into a central part

Example

The droplets began to nucleate around tiny particles in the air.

水滴は空気中の小さな粒子の周りで核を形成し始めました。

C1 noun /nɑːtʃ/

notch

切り込み

Meaning

A small cut or groove on the edge or surface of something; a level or degree of achievement.

Example

He carved a notch on the stick to mark the days.

彼は日数を記録するために棒に切り込みを入れました。

C1 adjective /ˈnɒm.ɪ.nəl/

Nominal

名目上の; 非常に小さい

Meaning

very small in size or amount; existing in name only

Example

He paid only a nominal fee for the membership since he was a student.

彼は学生だったので、会員費はわずかな名目料金でした。

C1 adjective /ˈnɪp.i/

Nippy

寒い; ひんやり; 動きが速くて敏捷

Meaning

cold; chilly; quick and agile in movement

Example

It's quite nippy outside today, you should wear a jacket.

今日は外がかなり寒いので、ジャケットを着るべきです。

C1 verb /ˈnjuːtrəlaɪz/

neutralize

無力化する

Meaning

to make something ineffective or harmless

Example

The medicine helped neutralize the poison in his system.

その薬は彼の体内の毒を無効にするのを助けました。

B2 noun /ˈnek.taɪ/

Necktie

ネクタイ

Meaning

a strip of cloth worn around the neck under a shirt collar and tied in front

Example

He adjusted his necktie before the important meeting.

彼は重要な会議の前にネクタイを調整した。

A2 noun /niːs/

niece

姪

Meaning

the daughter of one's brother or sister

Example

My niece is studying at the university this year.

私の姪は今年大学で勉強しています。

B1 noun /ˈniː.dəl/

Needle

針

Meaning

a thin, pointed metal instrument used for sewing

Example

She threaded the needle to sew the button.

彼女はボタンを縫うために針に糸を通しました。

A2 adverb /ˈnɪərli/

Nearly

ほとんど; ほぼ;

Meaning

almost; not quite; very close to

Example

I nearly missed the bus this morning.

今朝、バスをほとんど逃しそうになった。

C1 adjective /ˈnɔːʃəs/

nauseous

吐き気を感じる

Meaning

feeling like you are about to vomit; causing a feeling of sickness

Example

The smell of rotten food made her feel nauseous.

腐った食べ物の匂いが彼女に吐き気を感じさせた。

A1 verb /neɪm/

name

名付ける

Meaning

to give a title or designation to someone or something

Example

They decided to name their baby Sarah.

彼らは赤ちゃんにサラという名前を付けることに決めました。

A2 adjective /ˈnætʃərəl/

natural

自然な

Meaning

existing in or derived from nature; not made or caused by humankind

Example

She prefers to use natural ingredients in her cooking.

彼女は料理に自然な食材を使うのが好きです。

A2 adverb /ˈnoʊwɛr/

Nowhere

どこにも

Meaning

not anywhere; in no place

Example

I searched everywhere but the keys were nowhere to be found.

私はあらゆる場所を探しましたが、鍵はどこにも見つかりませんでした。

C2 adjective /ˈnɔɪ.səm/

Noisome

不快な臭い; 有害または不快な

Meaning

having an extremely offensive smell; harmful or unpleasant

Example

The noisome smell from the garbage made everyone cover their noses.

ゴミからの不快な臭いが、みんなを鼻を押さえさせました。

B1 noun /nɛt/

net

網

Meaning

a piece of material made of threads or ropes woven together, used to catch or hold things

Example

The fisherman cast his net into the sea.

漁師は網を海に投げた。

C2 noun /niːp/

neap

小潮

Meaning

A tide just after the first or third quarters of the moon when the difference between high and low tide is least.

Example

During a neap tide, the water level change is minimal.

ニープタイドの間、水位の変化は最小限です。

B2 noun /njuːˈtrɪʃ.ən/

nutrition

栄養

Meaning

The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.

Example

Good nutrition is vital for a healthy life.

良い栄養は健康的な生活にとって重要です。

C1 adjective /ˈnɔːrmətɪv/

normative

規範的

Meaning

relating to rules, standards, or norms that govern behavior or beliefs

Example

The study focused on the normative aspects of cultural behavior.

その研究は文化的な行動の規範的側面に焦点を当てました。

C1 noun /nɑːrˈkɒtɪk/

narcotic

麻薬

Meaning

A drug that dulls the senses and relieves pain, often causing sleep and sometimes addiction.

Example

The police seized a large amount of narcotic substances.

警察は大量の麻薬を押収した。

C1 noun /ˈnʌr.ɪʃ.mənt/

nourishment

栄養

Meaning

Food and nutrients necessary for the body's growth and development.

Example

Proper nourishment is essential for child development.

適切な栄養は子供の発達に不可欠です。

C1 noun /ˈnaɪt.fɔːl/

nightfall

夜の始まり

Meaning

the time when night begins; dusk

Example

They decided to return home before nightfall.

彼らは夜の始まり前に家に帰ることに決めました。

A2 verb /noʊt/

note

ノートする

Meaning

to write down or observe something; to pay attention to

Example

Please note the important points during the lecture.

講義中に重要な点をノートしてください。

C1 noun /noʊz rɪŋ/

Nose ring

鼻リング

Meaning

a piece of jewelry worn through a piercing in the nose

Example

She got a small gold nose ring for her birthday.

彼女は誕生日に小さな金の鼻リングをもらった。

A2 adjective /ˈnɪəˌbaɪ/

nearby

近く

Meaning

close to a particular place or person

Example

The nearest gas station is nearby.

最寄りのガソリンスタンドは近くにあります。

C2 adjective /njuːˈtoʊniən/

newtonian

ニュートンの法則に関連する

Meaning

relating to the laws of motion and gravitation formulated by Sir Isaac Newton

Example

The scientist explained the Newtonian laws of motion.

科学者はニュートンの運動法則を説明した。

A1 noun /naɪn/

nine

九

Meaning

the number that is one more than eight

Example

She has nine books in her collection.

彼女はコレクションに9冊の本を持っています。

C1 noun /ˈnɛktəriːn/

nectarine

ネクタリン (滑らかな皮の桃の一種)

Meaning

A smooth-skinned variety of peach.

Example

She bought a basket of fresh nectarines from the market.

彼女は市場から新鮮なネクタリンのバスケットを買いました。

C1 verb /ˈnuːtər/

neuter

去勢する

Meaning

To remove the reproductive organs of an animal; or having no gender.

Example

They decided to neuter their cat to prevent more kittens.

彼らは、もっと子猫が生まれないように、猫を去勢することに決めました。

C2 noun /ˈnjuː.trɪ.mənt/

nutriment

栄養

Meaning

Something that nourishes; sustenance or food.

Example

The soil provides nutriment to the plants.

土壌は植物に栄養を提供します。

A1 adjective /nɛkst/

neither

どちらも〜ない

Meaning

used to connect two negative alternatives

Example

Neither the manager nor the assistant could attend the meeting.

マネージャーもアシスタントも会議に出席できなかった。

B1 noun /ˈnɜːrsəri/

nursery

保育園

Meaning

a room or place where young children are cared for

Example

She works in a nursery, taking care of infants.

彼女は保育園で働いており、赤ちゃんの世話をしています。

C1 noun /ˈneɪ.vəl fɔːrs/

Naval Force

海軍

Meaning

the branch of a nation's armed services that conducts military operations at sea

Example

The naval force protected the country's coastline from enemy attacks.

海軍は敵の攻撃から国の海岸線を守った

C2 adjective /ˌnɒndɪˈskrɪpt/

nondescript

特徴のない

Meaning

Lacking distinctive or interesting features; dull and unremarkable.

Example

He lives in a nondescript apartment building on the edge of town.

彼は町の外れにある特徴のないアパートに住んでいます。

C1 adjective /ˈneɡ.lɪ.dʒənt/

Negligent

不注意な

Meaning

failing to take proper care; careless; showing lack of attention

Example

The negligent driver caused a serious accident.

不注意な運転手が重大な事故を引き起こした。

C1 noun /ˈnɑː.sɪ.sɪ.zəm/

narcissism

自己愛

Meaning

Excessive interest in or admiration of oneself; extreme selfishness.

Example

His excessive narcissism made it difficult for him to empathize with others.

彼の過度な自己愛は、他人に共感するのを難しくした。

C2 noun /ˈneɪˌseɪ.ɪŋ/

naysaying

否定的な発言

Meaning

The act of expressing negative or pessimistic views.

Example

His constant naysaying discouraged the team.

彼の絶え間ない否定的な発言はチームをがっかりさせました。

C2 noun /ˌniːoʊˈdɑːrwɪnɪzəm/

neo-darwinism

ネオダーウィニズム

Meaning

A modern interpretation of Darwin's theory of evolution, integrating genetics and natural selection.

Example

Neo-Darwinism combines Darwin’s theory of natural selection with modern genetics.

ネオダーウィニズムはダーウィンの自然選択説と現代遺伝学を組み合わせています。

A2 noun ˈneɪ.tʃər

nature

自然。性格。

Meaning

The basic or inherent features of something, especially when seen as characteristic of it.

Example

The calm nature of the environment helps healing.

環境の穏やかな性質は癒しを助けます。

B2 adverb /ˈnæʃənəli/

nationally

全国的に

Meaning

at the level of a whole nation; in a way that involves or affects an entire country

Example

The policy was implemented nationally to ensure equal benefits for all citizens.

その政策は、すべての市民に平等な利益を確保するため、全国的に実施された。

B2 noun /nɪˌɡoʊ.siˈeɪ.ʃən/

Negotiation

合意に達するための議論; 交渉

Meaning

discussion aimed at reaching an agreement; bargaining

Example

The negotiation between the two companies lasted for weeks.

二社間の交渉は数週間続きました。

C1 noun /ˈnjuːtrɪənt dɪˈfɪʃənsi/

nutrient deficiency

栄養不足

Meaning

A lack of essential nutrients required for healthy plant growth, which can result in poor crop development, reduced yields, and increased susceptibility to diseases.

Example

Nutrient deficiency in the soil can reduce crop productivity.

土壌中の栄養不足は作物の生産性を減少させる可能性があります。

B2 adjective, verb /ˈnoʊtɪd/

noted

著名

Meaning

well known or famous; written down or observed

Example

He is a noted author in the field of history.

彼は歴史分野で著名な作家です。

C2 adjective ˌnjʊəroʊˈkɒɡnɪtɪv

neurocognitive

神経認知的

Meaning

Related to brain information processing and memory power

Example

Neurocognitive functions decline due to lack of sleep.

睡眠不足により神経認知的機能が低下する。

B2 adjective ˈnjuːtrəl

neutral

中立

Meaning

Having no electric charge; neither positive nor negative.

Example

Neutrons are electrically neutral.

中性子は電気的に中性です。

B2 verb /ˈnæv.ɪ.ɡeɪt/

navigate

ナビゲート

Meaning

To plan and direct the route or course of a ship, aircraft, or other form of transport.

Example

The GPS helps navigate complex routes.

GPSは複雑なルートをナビゲートするのに役立ちます。

C2 adjective ˌnjʊə.rəʊ.saɪənˈtɪ.fɪk

neuroscientific

神経科学的

Meaning

Related to the scientific study of the brain and nervous system.

Example

Neuroscientific research helps understand memory retention.

ニューロサイエンティフィックな研究は、記憶の保持を理解するのに役立ちます。

C1 adjective /nɪˈɡlɛktfʊl/

neglectful

無関心

Meaning

Failing to give proper care or attention.

Example

The neglectful parent left the child alone for hours.

無関心な親は子供を何時間も一人で放置した。