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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。
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 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。
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 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。
C2 verb /ˈnɪɡəl/

niggle

Meaning
to cause slight but persistent annoyance, discomfort, or worry
Example
A small doubt niggled at her mind.
C1 adjective /ˈnjʊrəl/

neural

Meaning
Relating to nerves or the nervous system.
Example
Scientists study neural connections in the brain.
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。
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 /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。
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。
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。
C1 adjective /ˈnɑːkʃəs/

noxious

有害な
Meaning
harmful, poisonous, or very unpleasant
Example
The factory released noxious fumes into the air.
工場は空気中に有害な煙を放出した。
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 /noʊˈteɪʃən/

notation

記号法
Meaning
A system of symbols or signs used to represent information, especially in mathematics or music.
Example
The teacher explained the notation used in the algebra equations.
先生は代数方程式で使用される記号法を説明しました。
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。
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。
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 adjective /ˈneɪtl/

natal

出生に関連する
Meaning
Relating to birth or the place of birth.
Example
She returned to her natal village after many years.
彼女は何年も経った後、故郷の村に帰りました。
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 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。
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 /nəˈkrɒpəlɪs/

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 /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。
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。
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。
C1 noun /ˈnɔːrməlsi/

normalcy

正常
Meaning
The condition of being normal; a return to usual or expected conditions.
Example
After the flood, the town struggled to regain a sense of normalcy.
洪水の後、町は正常な状態を取り戻すために奮闘しました。
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 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。
B2 adjective /ˈniː.di/

Needy

困窮した; 貧しい; 必要がある
Meaning
requiring help or support; poor; lacking basic necessities
Example
The charity helps needy families during the winter.
チャリティは冬に困窮している家族を助けます。
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。
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 /ˌnoʊtɪfɪˈkeɪʃənz/

notifications

通知
Meaning
A notice or announcement, especially an official one.
Example
Turn off notifications to stay focused.
通知をオフにして集中を保つ。
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。
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 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。
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。
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。
C1 adverb /ˈnæroʊli/

Narrowly

かろうじて; 辛うじて
Meaning
by a small margin; barely; in a limited way
Example
She narrowly escaped the accident.
彼女は事故をかろうじて避けた。
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 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 /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 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。
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。
B2 noun /ˈnæp.kɪn/

Nap Kin

ナプキン
Meaning
a piece of cloth or paper used for wiping the mouth and hands while eating
Example
She placed the napkin on her lap before starting dinner.
彼女は夕食を始める前に、膝の上にナプキンを置きました。
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。
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。
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 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
B1 adverb /ˌnesəˈserəli/

Necessarily

必然的に; 必ずしも;
Meaning
as a necessary result; inevitably; by logical consequence
Example
Rich people are not necessarily happy.
裕福な人々は必ずしも幸せではありません。
A2 adverb /ˈnaʊədeɪz/

nowadays

最近
Meaning
At the present time; in contrast with the past.
Example
Nowadays, many people prefer shopping online.
最近、多くの人々がオンラインショッピングを好むようになった。
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。
A2 adjective /niːt/

Neat

きれいで整理された; よく整理された; 丁寧に作られた
Meaning
clean and tidy; well-organized; carefully done
Example
Her room is always neat and organized.
彼女の部屋はいつもきれいで整理整頓されています。
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 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 /ˈnjuː.ɡə.tɔːr.i/

nugatory

無価値
Meaning
Of little or no value; worthless or insignificant.
Example
His efforts were nugatory and did not change the outcome.
彼の努力は無価値で、結果を変えることはなかった。
C1 adjective + noun njuˈtrɪʃəs krɒps

nutritious crops

栄養豊富な作物
Meaning
Plants or vegetables that are rich in nutrients and beneficial for health
Example
Winter vegetables are considered nutritious crops.
冬の野菜は栄養価の高い作物と見なされています。
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。
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。
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。
C2 verb /ˈnɪtˌpɪk/

nitpick

Meaning
To find and criticize small or unimportant faults in someone or something.
Example
She tends to nitpick about every little detail.
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。
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 /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 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。
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。
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。
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 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。
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。
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。
C2 noun /ˌnjuːməˈreɪʃən/

numeration

数え方
Meaning
the action or process of counting or assigning numbers
Example
The teacher explained the basics of numeration to the students.
先生は学生たちに数え方の基本を説明しました。
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。
B1 noun /ˌnæʃəˈnæləti/

nationality

国籍
Meaning
The status of belonging to a particular nation, either by birth or naturalization.
Example
Her nationality is Canadian, though she was born in France.
彼女の国籍はカナダのもので、フランスで生まれました。
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。
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。
C1 noun /naɪˈiːvteɪ/

naivete

Meaning
The quality of being naive; lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment.
Example
His naivete made him an easy target for manipulation.
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。
A1 adjective /nɛkst/

next

次
Meaning
immediately following in time, order, or place
Example
The next train leaves at 9:00 AM.
次の電車は午前9時に出発します。
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。
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。
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 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 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。
A2 noun /ˈnæpkɪn/

napkin

ナプキン
Meaning
a piece of cloth or paper used to wipe the mouth and hands while eating
Example
She placed a napkin on her lap before eating.
彼女は食事の前に膝の上にナプキンを置きました。
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 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。
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 /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。
C1 adjective /ˈnjuː.ɑːnst/

nuanced

微妙な
Meaning
Characterized by subtle shades of meaning or expression; having fine gradations of meaning, tone, or feeling.
Example
His analysis of the novel was highly nuanced.
彼の小説の分析は非常に微妙でした。
C2 noun /ˌniːoʊˈpeɪɡənɪzəm/

neopaganism

ネオペイガニズム
Meaning
Modern religious movements influenced by or claiming to be derived from the various historical pagan beliefs of pre-modern Europe.
Example
Neopaganism has gained popularity as people seek spiritual alternatives to mainstream religions.
ネオペイガニズムは、人々が主流の宗教に代わる精神的な選択肢を探しているため、人気を集めています。
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 ˈnærətɪv staɪl

narrative style

物語のスタイル
Meaning
The way in which a story is told, including the point of view and the voice of the narrator.
Example
Dickens' narrative style is engaging and emotional.
ディケンズの物語のスタイルは魅力的で感情的です。
C1 adjective /ˈnɒnʃələnt/

nonchalant

Meaning
Appearing calm, casual, and unconcerned.
Example
He gave a nonchalant shrug and walked away.
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。
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 /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。
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。
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。
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 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 /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 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 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 /ˈnaɪəlɪst/

nihilist

ニヒリスト
Meaning
A person who rejects all religious and moral principles, often believing that life is meaningless.
Example
He was called a nihilist for rejecting all social norms.
彼はすべての社会的規範を拒否したため、ニヒリストと呼ばれました。
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。
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。
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 noun /ˈnɪkəl/

nickel

ニッケル
Meaning
a small coin, typically worth five cents in the United States
Example
He found a nickel on the ground.
彼は地面でニッケルを見つけた。
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。
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。
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。
C2 noun /ˈnɛkrəˌmænsər/

necromancer

Meaning
a person who practices necromancy; a wizard or magician who claims to communicate with the dead
Example
The villagers feared the old necromancer who lived at the edge of the forest.
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。
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 ˈnɛktər

Nectar

蜜
Meaning
A sweet liquid produced by flowers that serves as food for butterflies.
Example
Butterflies drink nectar from flowers.
蝶々は花からネクターを飲みます。
C1 adjective /ˌnjʊə.rəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

neurological

神経学的
Meaning
Relating to the anatomy, functions, and organic disorders of nerves and the nervous system.
Example
Meditation has positive neurological effects on mental health.
瞑想は精神的健康に対して積極的な神経学的影響を与えます。
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。
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。
B1 adverb /ˈniːtli/

Neatly

きちんと; 清潔に
Meaning
in a tidy and orderly way; carefully and precisely
Example
She arranged the books neatly on the shelf.
彼女は本をきちんと棚に並べました。