C2 noun, adjective /nɒn ˈkɒmbətənt/

non-combatant

非戦闘員

Meaning

a person not engaged in fighting during a war, such as civilians or medical staff

Example

The Red Cross workers were treated as non-combatants in the conflict.

赤十字のスタッフは紛争で非戦闘員として扱われました。

B2 adjective /ˈnuːkliər/

nuclear

原子力

Meaning

relating to the nucleus of an atom or to nuclear energy

Example

The country is developing nuclear energy.

その国は原子力エネルギーを開発しています。

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。

B2 verb /nɒd/

nod

うなずく

Meaning

to move one's head down and up to show agreement or acknowledgment

Example

She nodded in agreement with the proposal.

彼女は提案に同意してうなずいた。

C2 adjective /ˈneb.jə.ləs/

Nebulous

曖昧な; 不明瞭な; 霧のような

Meaning

vague or unclear; lacking definite form; hazy

Example

His plans for the future remain nebulous and unclear.

彼の未来の計画は依然として曖昧で不明確です。

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 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 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。

B2 noun /ˈnuː.tri.ənt/

nutrient

栄養素

Meaning

A substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and health of plants or animals.

Example

Plants absorb nutrients from the soil for growth.

植物は成長のために土壌から栄養素を吸収します。

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。

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。

A1 noun neɪmz

Names

名前

Meaning

A word or set of words by which a person or thing is known.

Example

Names of family members are written on the family tree.

家族の名前は家系図に書かれています。

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。

C1 noun /ˈnaɪ.tɪŋ.ɡeɪl/

Nightingale

ナイチンゲール

Meaning

small songbird known for its beautiful singing, especially at night

Example

The nightingale sang sweetly in the moonlight.

ナイチンゲールは月明かりの中で甘美に歌った。

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, adjective /ˌnɒn ˈrɛzɪdənt/

non-resident

非居住者

Meaning

a person who does not live in a particular country or place permanently

Example

Non-resident students often pay higher tuition fees.

非居住者の学生は、しばしば高い学費を支払います。

C2 noun /ˈnes.lɪŋ/

Nestling

ヒナ

Meaning

a young bird that has not yet left its nest

Example

The mother bird fed the hungry nestling with worms.

母鳥は空腹のヒナに虫を与えました。

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。

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。

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。

C2 noun /njʊˈrældʒə/

neuralgia

神経痛

Meaning

intense, often intermittent pain along a nerve pathway

Example

The patient suffers from neuralgia in her face.

患者は顔に神経痛を抱えています。

C1 noun /nɪərˈvɑːnə/

nirvana

Meaning

A state of perfect happiness, peace, and freedom from suffering; in Buddhism, the ultimate goal of liberation.

Example

Meditation helps some people seek nirvana in their lives.

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 verb /ˈnɒmɪneɪt/

nominate

ノミネートする

Meaning

to propose someone for a position or award

Example

The committee decided to nominate her for the award.

委員会は彼女を賞にノミネートすることに決めました。

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。

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 /nest/

Nest

巣

Meaning

a structure built by birds to lay eggs and shelter their young

Example

The bird built a nest in the tree.

鳥は木に巣を作った。

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。

C1 adjective /ˌnɒn ɪɡˈzɪstənt/

non-existent

存在しない

Meaning

not real or not present; lacking existence

Example

The supposed evidence turned out to be non-existent.

仮定された証拠は存在しないことが判明しました。

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。

B2 adjective /ˌnɒnˈprɒfɪt/

nonprofit

非営利団体

Meaning

an organization that does not aim to make a profit, often serving a social or charitable purpose.

Example

She works for a nonprofit organization that helps children.

彼女は子供たちを助ける非営利団体で働いています。

C1 adverb /ˈnɔːθwədz/

Northwards

北へ

Meaning

towards the north; in a northerly direction

Example

The birds migrate northwards in spring.

鳥たちは春に北へ移動します。

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。

C1 adjective /ˈniːd.ləs/

Needless

不必要な

Meaning

unnecessary; not required; without purpose

Example

The argument was needless and could have been avoided.

その議論は不必要で、避けることができたはずだ。

B2 noun /ˈnɪk.neɪm/

Nickname

ニックネーム

Meaning

a familiar or humorous name given to a person instead of their real name

Example

His nickname is 'Tiger' because he's so brave.

彼のニックネームは 'タイガー' です。なぜなら彼はとても勇敢だからです。

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。

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 adjective /ˈneɪzl/

nasal

鼻音の

Meaning

Relating to the nose; a sound produced through the nose.

Example

He spoke with a nasal voice due to his cold.

風邪で彼は鼻声で話した。

B2 noun ˈnætʃərəl ˈhæbɪtæt

Natural Habitat

自然の生息地

Meaning

The natural environment where organisms live and fulfill their life needs.

Example

Protecting the natural habitat is crucial for butterflies.

蝶々のために自然の生息地を守ることが重要です。

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。

A2 noun /ˈnefjuː/

nephew

甥

Meaning

the son of one’s brother or sister

Example

My nephew is studying at the university.

私の甥は大学で勉強しています。

B2 noun nɪˈsesɪti

necessity

必要性

Meaning

The fact of being required or indispensable; an indispensable thing.

Example

Waste management is a necessity for environmental sustainability.

廃棄物管理は環境の持続可能性にとって必要不可欠です。

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。

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 /ˌnɑm.əˈni/

Nominee

ノミネートされた人

Meaning

a person who is nominated for an office, award, or honor

Example

She was the nominee for the Best Actress award.

彼女は最優秀女優賞のノミネートされた人でした。

B1 adverb /ˈnjuːli/

newly

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 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。

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。

A2 adjective /ˈnæsti/

nasty

嫌な

Meaning

very unpleasant, unkind, or offensive

Example

He made a nasty comment about her dress.

彼は彼女のドレスについて嫌なコメントをしました。

B1 noun /ˈnaɪt.meər/

Nightmare

悪夢

Meaning

a frightening or unpleasant dream; a very unpleasant experience

Example

The exam was a complete nightmare for unprepared students.

試験は準備不足の学生にとって完全な悪夢でした。

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。

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。

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。

A2 adverb /ˈnaʊədeɪz/

nowadays

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 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。

A2 adjective /ˈnɔːti/

naughty

いたずら

Meaning

Disobedient or mischievous, often in a playful or mildly bad way.

Example

The naughty child drew on the walls with crayons.

いたずらな子供がクレヨンで壁に絵を描きました。

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。

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 /niːʃ/

Niche

市場のニッチ、専門分野、ターゲット市場

Meaning

A specialized segment of the market for a particular kind of product or service.

Example

Finding the right niche is key to a successful business.

適切なニッチを見つけることが、成功するビジネスの鍵です。

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 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。

A2 adjective /ˈnɜː.vəs/

Nervous

神経質な, 緊張した

Meaning

feeling anxious or worried; relating to the nerves; easily agitated

Example

She felt nervous before her job interview.

彼女は面接の前に緊張していた。

A2 verb /nɜːrs/

nurse

看護する

Meaning

to care for someone who is sick or injured; to feed a baby

Example

She nursed her sick mother back to health.

彼女は病気の母親の世話をして、元気を取り戻させました。

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 /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。

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。

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。

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 /ˈneɪ.bər.ɪŋ/

Neighbouring

隣接した; 近接した; 隣国の

Meaning

situated next to or very near; adjacent; bordering

Example

We often visit our neighbouring countries for trade.

私たちは貿易のために隣国をよく訪れます。

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。

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。

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。

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。

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。

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。

A2 pronoun /nʌn/

none

誰もいない

Meaning

not any; no one; not one

Example

None of the students passed the exam.

誰もその試験に合格しませんでした。

A1 adverb /noʊ/

no

いいえ

Meaning

used to give a negative response or to show disagreement

Example

She said no to the invitation.

彼女は招待状を断った。

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 noun /ˌnɒvəˈlɛt/

novellette

小説

Meaning

A short novel or long short story.

Example

The author published a novellette as a preview of her upcoming series.

作者は彼女の次のシリーズのプレビューとして小説を発表しました。

A1 verb /niːd/

need

必要

Meaning

to require something; to be in want of

Example

I need help with my homework.

私は宿題に助けが必要です。

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。

A2 noun /nɔɪz/

Noise

騒音

Meaning

a sound, especially one that is loud or unpleasant

Example

The noise from the construction site was very disturbing.

建設現場からの騒音は非常に迷惑でした。

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。

C2 noun /ˌnɛɡlɪˈʒeɪ/

negligee

軽いシルクの寝間着

Meaning

A woman's light dressing gown, often made of thin or silky material.

Example

She wore a silk negligee before going to bed.

彼女は寝る前にシルクのネグリジェを着ていました。

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。

C2 noun /naɪt ˈdʒæz.mɪn/

Night-jesmine

夜香木

Meaning

a fragrant flowering tree that blooms at night with small white flowers

Example

The night-jasmine tree blooms only after sunset with its tiny white flowers.

夜香木の木は日没後に小さな白い花を咲かせます。

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。

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。

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。

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。

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。

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 adjective /ˈnjʊrəl/

neural

Meaning

Relating to nerves or the nervous system.

Example

Scientists study neural connections in the brain.

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。

C2 adjective ˌnjʊə.rəʊ.prəˈtek.tɪv

neuroprotective

神経保護

Meaning

Having the ability to protect nerve cells from damage, degeneration, or impaired function.

Example

Omega-3 fatty acids have neuroprotective benefits.

オメガ-3脂肪酸は神経保護効果があります。

C2 verb /ˈnɪɡəl/

niggle

Meaning

to cause slight but persistent annoyance, discomfort, or worry

Example

A small doubt niggled at her mind.

C1 noun /ˈnɒnʃələns/

nonchalance

無頓着

Meaning

A relaxed and calm state, showing lack of concern or interest.

Example

She answered the tough questions with surprising nonchalance.

彼女は驚くべき無頓着で難しい質問に答えました。

B2 verb /ˈnæreɪt/

narrate

物語る

Meaning

To tell a story or describe events, often in detail.

Example

She will narrate the events of her journey to the audience.

彼女は観客に自分の旅の出来事を語るでしょう。

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 /naɪt kwiːn/

Night queen

月下香

Meaning

a fragrant white flower that blooms at night and releases strong sweet scent

Example

The night queen flowers filled the garden with their sweet fragrance.

月下香の花が甘い香りで庭を満たしました。

C1 adjective /nɪˈɡoʊ.ʃi.ə.bəl/

negotiable

交渉可能

Meaning

Open to discussion or modification; capable of being bargained for.

Example

The salary offered is negotiable.

提供された給与は交渉可能です。

C2 adjective /ˈnjuːmɪnəs/

numinous

神秘的

Meaning

having a strong spiritual or mysterious quality

Example

The temple had a numinous atmosphere that inspired awe.

その寺院は畏敬の念を抱かせる神秘的な雰囲気を持っていました。

C2 adjective /ˈnɛðər/

nether

下の

Meaning

situated down or below; lower

Example

They explored the nether regions of the cave.

彼らは洞窟の下の地域を探索した。

A2 adjective ˈnesəseri

necessary

必要

Meaning

Required to be done, achieved, or present; essential.

Example

Strict regulations are necessary for maintaining order.

厳格な規制は秩序を維持するために必要です。

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 noun noʊˈbel praɪz

Nobel Prize

ノーベル賞

Meaning

Any of six international prizes awarded annually for outstanding work in physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature, economics, and the promotion of peace.

Example

Nobel Prize recognition evaded Bose's contributions.

Nobel Prize recognition did not apply to Bose's contributions.

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。

C2 noun /ˈnaɪsəti/

nicety

微細さ

Meaning

a fine or subtle detail, or a refined, delicate aspect of something

Example

The lawyer explained the legal niceties of the case.

弁護士は事件の法的細部を説明しました。

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。

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。

B1 noun /ˈnætʃərəl dɪˈzæstər/

natural disaster

自然災害

Meaning

a catastrophic event caused by natural processes of the Earth that results in significant damage, destruction, or loss of life

Example

The coastal town was devastated by a natural disaster.

その沿岸の町は自然災害で壊滅的な被害を受けた。

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。

A2 noun /ˈnoʊ.tɪs/

Notice

通知

Meaning

attention to something; a written or printed announcement

Example

The notice on the board announced the school closure.

掲示板の通知が学校の閉鎖を発表しました。

C1 noun /ˈneɪ.vəl/

Navel

へその緒

Meaning

the small hollow in the center of the stomach where the umbilical cord was attached

Example

The baby's navel cord fell off after a week.

赤ちゃんのへその緒は1週間後に取れました。

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。

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。

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 /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。

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。