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 noun /niˈɒlədʒi/

neology

新しい言葉の使用またはその起源の研究

Meaning

The use of new words or the study of their origin.

Example

The professor specialized in neology, studying the creation of modern slang.

教授はネオロジーを専門とし、現代のスラングの創造を研究しました。

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。

A1 adverb /naʊ/

now

今

Meaning

at the present moment or time

Example

I am studying now.

私は今勉強しています。

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。

C2 noun /ˈnæfθə/

naphtha

ナフタ

Meaning

A flammable oil containing hydrocarbons, obtained from petroleum or coal tar, used as fuel or solvent.

Example

The factory stored barrels of naphtha for industrial use.

工場は工業用途のためにナフタの樽を保管していました。

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。

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。

B2 adjective /nuːd/

nude

ヌード

Meaning

Wearing no clothes; naked.

Example

The artist painted a nude model.

アーティストはヌードモデルを描きました。

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 noun /ˌniːoʊˈlætɪn/

neo-latin

ネオラテン

Meaning

The use of Latin language for scholarly, scientific, and literary purposes after the medieval period.

Example

Many scientific names are derived from Neo-Latin.

多くの科学的な名前はネオラテンから派生しています。

B2 adverb /ˌnɛvəðəˈlɛs/

nevertheless

Meaning

in spite of that; however

Example

He was tired; nevertheless, he kept working.

C1 adjective /ˈneɡ.lɪ.dʒə.bəl/

Negligible

無視できる

Meaning

so small or unimportant as to be not worth considering; insignificant

Example

The side effects of this medicine are negligible.

この薬の副作用は無視できるほどです。

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。

B2 noun /nɒsˈtæl.dʒə/

nostalgia

ノスタルジア

Meaning

A sentimental longing for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations.

Example

Listening to old songs fills me with nostalgia.

古い歌を聞くと、ノスタルジアで満たされます。

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。

A1 noun /noʊz/

nose

鼻

Meaning

the part of the face that contains the nostrils and is used for breathing and smelling

Example

He has a sharp nose and can smell things from far away.

彼は鋭い鼻を持っており、遠くから物の匂いを嗅ぐことができる。

A1 adverb /nɒt/

not

いいえ

Meaning

used to make a word or phrase negative

Example

I do not like spicy food.

私は辛い食べ物が好きではありません。

B2 adjective /ˈneɪ.kɪd/

Naked

裸; 衣服なし; 暴露された; 無防備

Meaning

without clothes or covering; bare; exposed; unclothed

Example

The naked truth about the situation shocked everyone.

その状況についての裸の真実は、皆を驚かせました。

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。

B2 adjective /ˈnær.ə.tɪv/

Narrative

物語的な; 描写的な; 物語を語る

Meaning

relating to storytelling; descriptive; telling a story; recounting events

Example

The narrative structure of the novel was quite complex.

その小説の物語的な構造はかなり複雑でした。

C2 noun /niːˈɒkrəsi/

neocracy

未熟なまたは新しい官僚によって運営される政府

Meaning

A government or leadership run by inexperienced or new officials.

Example

The sudden revolution led to a neocracy with inexperienced leaders.

突然の革命は未経験のリーダーたちによるネオクラシーを生み出した。

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 noun /ˈneɪdɪər/

nadir

Meaning

The lowest point of a situation or condition.

Example

The company reached its nadir during the financial crisis.

C2 noun /ˌɛn.biː.esˈpiː/

nbsp

ノンブレイキングスペース

Meaning

a non-breaking space character in HTML used to prevent an automatic line break at its position

Example

Use   in HTML to add a space that won't break into a new line.

HTMLで改行しないスペースを追加するために を使用します。

B2 noun, adjective, adverb /ˌnɔːrθˈwest/

northwest

北西

Meaning

the direction that is between north and west; situated in or moving toward this direction

Example

Seattle is located in the northwest of the United States.

シアトルはアメリカ合衆国の北西部にあります。

C1 noun /ˈnep.ə.tɪz.əm/

Nepotism

縁故主義

Meaning

the practice of favoring relatives or friends in business or politics

Example

The company was accused of nepotism in its hiring practices.

その会社は採用活動においてネポティズムを行っていると非難された。

A1 adjective /njuː/

new

新しい

Meaning

recently made, discovered, or introduced; not existing before

Example

He bought a new car yesterday.

彼は昨日新しい車を買いました。

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。

C2 noun /neɪv/

nave

教会の中央部

Meaning

the central part of a church building intended to accommodate the congregation

Example

The choir sang beautifully in the church nave.

合唱団は教会のネイヴで美しく歌いました。

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。

C2 adjective /ˈnɛtlˌsʌm/

nettlesome

苛立たしい

Meaning

Causing irritation, annoyance, or difficulty.

Example

The nettlesome rules frustrated the workers.

苛立たしい規則は労働者たちを苛立たせました。

C2 verb /ˈnɔːzieɪt/

nauseate

吐き気を催す

Meaning

To make someone feel sick, with an inclination to vomit.

Example

The spoiled food nauseated him quickly.

腐った食べ物は彼をすぐに吐き気を催させました。

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。

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。

B2 noun /ˌnəʊtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

notification

通知

Meaning

an official or formal notice or message informing someone of something; an alert delivered by a system or device

Example

You will receive a notification when your application is approved.

申請が承認されると通知が届きます。

C1 adjective /ˈnæv.ɪ.ɡə.bəl/

Navigable

航行可能

Meaning

suitable for ships or boats to travel on; able to be navigated

Example

The river is navigable for small boats during the rainy season.

その川は雨季に小さなボートが通行可能です。

B1 noun /ˈneɪʃən/

nation

国家

Meaning

a large group of people united by common descent, history, culture, or language

Example

The nation celebrated its independence day with pride.

その国は独立記念日を誇りを持って祝いました。

C2 noun /njuːˈmɪzmətɪst/

numismatist

貨幣学者

Meaning

A person who studies or collects coins, paper currency, and medals.

Example

The numismatist displayed his rare coin collection at the exhibition.

貨幣学者は展示会で彼の希少なコインコレクションを展示しました

C1 noun /ˈnɒs.trɪl/

Nostril

鼻孔

Meaning

either of the two openings in the nose through which air passes

Example

The doctor checked each nostril for any blockage.

医師は鼻孔のそれぞれをブロックがないか調べました。

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。

C1 noun /nɪl/

Nil

ゼロ; 何もない

Meaning

nothing; zero; no amount

Example

His chances of winning were nil after the scandal.

スキャンダル後、彼の勝つチャンスはゼロになった。

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。

A1 noun /nuːz/

news

ニュース

Meaning

newly received or noteworthy information, especially about recent events

Example

The news about the storm spread quickly.

嵐に関するニュースはすぐに広まりました。

C1 adjective /ˈnɒnʃələnt/

nonchalant

Meaning

Appearing calm, casual, and unconcerned.

Example

He gave a nonchalant shrug and walked away.

C2 noun ˈnjʊə.rəʊ ˌfiːd.bæk

neurofeedback

脳の活動をリアルタイムで表示し、脳機能の自己調整を教える技術

Meaning

A technique that uses real-time displays of brain activity to teach self-regulation of brain function.

Example

Neurofeedback enhances cognitive performance and relaxation.

ニューロフィードバックは認知機能とリラクゼーションを高めます。

C2 noun /ˈnʌnəri/

nunnery

修道院

Meaning

A convent or building where nuns live and work.

Example

She decided to join the nunnery to devote her life to spiritual practice.

彼女は精神的な実践に人生を捧げるために修道院に参加することを決めました。

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。

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。

C1 adjective /ˌniːoʊˈlɪθɪk/

neolithic

新石器時代の

Meaning

Relating to the later part of the Stone Age, when ground or polished stone weapons and tools prevailed.

Example

Neolithic communities began practicing agriculture and domesticating animals.

新石器時代のコミュニティは農業を行い、動物を飼いならし始めた。

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。

A1 noun /nɔːrθ/

north

北

Meaning

the direction toward the top of a map or the opposite of south

Example

We traveled north to reach the mountains.

私たちは山に到達するために北へ向かって旅しました。

A2 adjective ˈnɛɡ.ə.tɪv

negative

ネガティブ

Meaning

Not desirable or optimistic; harmful or unpleasant.

Example

She had a negative attitude about the upcoming project.

彼女は今後のプロジェクトに対してネガティブな態度を持っていた。

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 /ˈnoʊtɪsəbl/

noticeable

顕著な

Meaning

Easily seen, observed, or recognized.

Example

There was a noticeable improvement in her performance.

彼女のパフォーマンスには顕著な改善がありました。

C2 verb /ˌnɒnˈplʌs/

nonplus

困惑させる

Meaning

To surprise and confuse someone so much that they are unsure how to react.

Example

The unexpected question seemed to nonplus the speaker.

予期しない質問がスピーカーを困惑させたようだ。

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。

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 noun /ˈnɛtˌwɜrk/

network

ネットワーク

Meaning

A system of interconnected people, things, or computers.

Example

She built a strong professional network.

彼女は強力なプロフェッショナルネットワークを作り上げた。

B2 noun /ˈnɒvəlɪst/

novelist

小説家

Meaning

a person who writes novels

Example

The novelist spent years writing his new book.

その小説家は新しい本を書くために何年も費やしました。

C1 adjective /ˈnæs.ənt/

nascent

発展途上の

Meaning

Emerging, developing, or in the early stages of formation

Example

The nascent technology is revolutionizing industries.

発展途上の技術が産業を革新しています。

B1 noun /ˈnɑn.sens/

Nonsense

ナンセンス

Meaning

words or language that have no meaning; foolish or unacceptable behavior

Example

Stop talking nonsense and be serious!

ナンセンスなことを言うのはやめて、真剣になりなさい！

C1 noun njuːˈtræl.ə.ti

neutrality

中立

Meaning

The state of not supporting or helping either side in a conflict, disagreement, etc.; impartiality.

Example

Neutrality fosters trust in decision-making.

中立は意思決定において信頼を育みます。

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。

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。

B2 noun /ˌnɒməˈneɪʃən/

nomination

ノミネーション

Meaning

The act of formally proposing someone for a role, position, or award.

Example

Her nomination for the award surprised everyone.

彼女の賞へのノミネーションは、皆を驚かせました。

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 /ˈneɪbərˌhʊd/

neighborhood

近所

Meaning

a district or area around or near a particular place

Example

I grew up in a quiet neighborhood.

私は静かな近所で育ちました。

B2 noun /ˈnuː.kʌm.ər/

New-comer

新参者

Meaning

a person who has recently arrived in a place or joined a group

Example

The newcomer was warmly welcomed by the team.

その新参者はチームによって温かく迎えられました。

A2 noun /ˈneɪ.bər/

Neighbour

隣人; 近く

Meaning

a person who lives near or next to another person

Example

My neighbour is very friendly and helpful.

私の隣人はとても親切で役に立ちます。

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。

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 adjective /ˈnæti/

natty

おしゃれ

Meaning

Neat, stylish, and fashionable in appearance.

Example

He looked very natty in his new suit.

彼は新しいスーツでとてもおしゃれに見えた。

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。

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。

B2 noun /ˈnæreɪtər/

narrator

語り手

Meaning

A person who tells the story in a book, play, or film.

Example

The narrator guided the audience through the complex plot.

語り手は複雑なプロットを通じて観客を導きました。

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。

C2 noun /næˈteɪʃən/

natation

水泳

Meaning

The act or sport of swimming.

Example

She took lessons in natation to improve her swimming skills.

彼女は泳ぎの技術を向上させるために水泳のレッスンを受けました。

C1 noun ˈnuːkliəs

nucleus

原子核

Meaning

The central core of an atom containing protons and neutrons.

Example

The nucleus consists of protons.

原子核は陽子で構成されています。

C1 noun /ˈneɡ.lɪ.dʒəns/

Negligence

過失

Meaning

failure to take proper care in doing something; carelessness

Example

The accident was caused by driver negligence.

事故は運転手の不注意によって引き起こされました。

A2 noun /nʌt/

nut

ナッツ

Meaning

a hard-shelled fruit that contains a seed, or a small metal piece used in machinery

Example

She ate a peanut, which is a type of nut.

彼女はピーナッツを食べました、それはナッツの一種です。

C1 preposition/adverb/conjunction /ˌnɒtwɪθˈstændɪŋ/

notwithstanding

それにもかかわらず

Meaning

In spite of; despite

Example

Notwithstanding the challenges, the team completed the project.

挑戦にもかかわらず、チームはプロジェクトを完了させました。

C1 verb /ˈnʌrɪʃ/

nourish

栄養を与える

Meaning

To provide with food or other substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition

Example

Good books nourish the mind.

良い本は心を栄養します。

B2 verb /nɪˈɡlekt/

neglect

無視する

Meaning

to fail to care for or give attention to something

Example

Don't neglect your health while studying.

勉強中に健康を無視しないでください。

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。

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。

B2 noun /nʌn/

Nun

修道女

Meaning

a woman who has taken vows in a religious order and lives in a convent

Example

The nun taught at the local Catholic school.

その修道女は地元のカトリック学校で教えていました。

C1 noun /ˈnʌt.meg/

Nut meg

ナツメグ

Meaning

a spice made from the seed of the fruit of an evergreen tree, used in cooking and baking

Example

The recipe called for a teaspoon of ground nutmeg to flavor the custard.

レシピにはカスタードに風味を加えるために、小さじ1杯のナツメグが必要でした。

C1 noun /ˈnɔː.zi.ə/

Nausea

吐き気

Meaning

a feeling of sickness with an inclination to vomit

Example

The motion of the boat caused severe nausea.

ボートの動きがひどいナウジアを引き起こしました。

C1 verb /nɪˈɡeɪt/

negate

Meaning

To cancel out or make ineffective; to deny the truth of something.

Example

The new evidence will negate the claims made earlier.

C1 adjective /nɑːkˈtɜr.nəl/

Nocturnal

夜行性

Meaning

active at night; happening during the night

Example

Owls are nocturnal animals that hunt at night.

フクロウは夜行性の動物で、夜に狩りをします。

C2 adjective /ˌnɒnkəˈmɪtl̩/

noncommittal

Meaning

Not expressing or showing a clear opinion, decision, or commitment.

Example

She gave a noncommittal reply when asked about her future plans.

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。

C1 noun /ˌnoʊtəˈraɪəti/

notoriety

悪名

Meaning

The state of being famous or well-known for something bad.

Example

The criminal gained notoriety for his daring escapes.

その犯罪者は大胆な脱出で悪名を得た。

B2 verb /ˈnoʊtɪfaɪ/

notify

通知する

Meaning

to inform someone officially about something

Example

The manager will notify the staff about the schedule change.

マネージャーはスタッフにスケジュールの変更について通知します。

C2 adjective /ˈnjuː.trɪ.tɪv/

nutritive

栄養のある

Meaning

Relating to nutrition; having nourishing qualities.

Example

The nutritive value of the fruit is very high.

果物の栄養価は非常に高いです。

B2 verb /nɪˈɡoʊ.ʃi.eɪt/

negotiate

交渉する

Meaning

To discuss something formally in order to reach an agreement.

Example

They negotiated a fair deal with the supplier.

彼らはサプライヤーと公平な取引を交渉した。

C2 adjective /ˈnjuː.mər.ə.bəl/

Numerable

数えられる; 計算可能な

Meaning

capable of being counted; countable

Example

The stars in the sky are not numerable.

空の星は数えられません。

B1 adjective /ˈnɔːðərn/

northern

北部の

Meaning

relating to the north or situated in the north

Example

The northern part of the country is known for its cold climate.

その国の北部は寒冷な気候で知られています。

C1 adjective /ˈnɔːtɪkəl/

nautical

航海

Meaning

relating to ships, sailors, or navigation on water

Example

He studied nautical charts before setting sail.

彼は出航前に海図を勉強しました。

B2 adverb /ˌnʌnðəˈlɛs/

nonetheless

それにもかかわらず

Meaning

in spite of that; nevertheless

Example

It was raining, but nonetheless, they went hiking.

雨が降っていましたが、それにもかかわらず、彼らはハイキングに行きました。

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。

C1 noun /njʊəˈrəʊ.sɪs/

neurosis

神経症

Meaning

A relatively mild mental illness that is not caused by organic disease, involving symptoms of stress.

Example

His neurosis made social interactions difficult.

彼の神経症は社会的な相互作用を困難にした。

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。

C1 adjective /ˈnjʊrəl/

neural

Meaning

Relating to nerves or the nervous system.

Example

Scientists study neural connections in the brain.

B2 noun ˈneɪʧər ɪnˈθjuːziæsts

Nature Enthusiasts

自然愛好家

Meaning

People who have a passionate interest in and love for the natural world and outdoor activities.

Example

Nature enthusiasts often visit Sajek Valley for its scenic beauty.

自然愛好家は、その美しい景色のためにサジェックバレーを訪れることがよくあります。

C1 verb /ˈnɪbəl/

nibble

かじる

Meaning

to take small bites of food

Example

The rabbit nibbled on a carrot.

うさぎはにんじんをかじった。

A1 adverb /ˈnɛvər/

never

決して

Meaning

at no time in the past or future; not ever

Example

I have never seen such a beautiful sunset.

私はこんなに美しい夕日を決して見たことがありません。

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。

A1 adverb /nɪər/

Near

近い

Meaning

close in space or time; almost

Example

The school is very near to my house.

学校は私の家の近くにあります。

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 adjective ˌnɒnˈvɜːr.bəl

nonverbal

非言語

Meaning

Communication using body language, facial expressions, or gestures instead of words

Example

Nonverbal cues play a crucial role in effective communication.

非言語の合図は効果的なコミュニケーションにおいて重要な役割を果たします。

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。

C1 noun /ˈnɜr.tʃər/

Nurture

養育

Meaning

the process of caring for and encouraging growth or development

Example

Good parenting involves both nature and nurture.

良い育て方は自然と養育の両方を含みます。

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。

A2 adverb /ˈnaʊədeɪz/

nowadays

naivete

Meaning

The quality of being naive; lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment.

Example

His naivete made him an easy target for manipulation.

B2 noun /ˈnæʃənəl ˈænθəm/

national anthem

国歌

Meaning

an official patriotic song of a country, performed at national events and ceremonies

Example

The national anthem was played before the international match.

国際試合の前に国歌が演奏された。

B2 noun ˌnæv.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən

navigation

ナビゲーション

Meaning

The process or activity of accurately ascertaining one's position and planning and following a route.

Example

GPS technology has improved the navigation of self-driving cars.

GPS技術は自動運転車のナビゲーションを改善しました。

B1 noun /ˈneɪvi/

Navy

海軍

Meaning

the branch of armed forces that conducts military operations at sea

Example

He joined the navy after graduating from college.

彼は大学を卒業した後、海軍に入隊した。

A2 adverb /ˈnɔːməli/

Normally

通常

Meaning

in the usual way; under normal circumstances

Example

I normally wake up at 7 AM every day.

私は通常毎日午前7時に起きます。