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B2 noun /ˈpær.ə.dɒks/

paradox

逆説
Meaning
A seemingly contradictory statement or situation that may be true; an apparent inconsistency.
Example
The paradox of freedom is that it requires rules.
自由の逆説は、それに規則が必要であるということです。
B2 verb /prɪˈsiːd/

precede

先行する
Meaning
to come before something in time, order, or position
Example
A brief introduction precedes each chapter.
簡単な紹介は各章の前に来る。
B2 noun /ˈprɛmɪs/

premise

前提 / 建物
Meaning
a statement or idea on which reasoning or an argument is based; also a building or property
Example
His argument was based on a false premise.
彼の議論は誤った前提に基づいていました。
B2 noun /ˈprɒs.pekts/

prospects

見通し
Meaning
The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.
Example
The prospects for growth look promising.
成長の見通しは有望に見えます。
B2 verb /pəˈtroʊl/

patrol

パトロールする
Meaning
to move around an area to watch or guard it
Example
The police patrol the streets at night to ensure safety.
警察は夜に街をパトロールして安全を確保しています。
B2 noun, verb, adjective /ˈpeɪtənt/ or /ˈpætənt/

patent

特許
Meaning
a government license granting exclusive rights to an inventor; also to obtain such rights
Example
He patented his new invention to protect it from being copied.
彼は自分の新しい発明をコピーから守るために特許を取った。
B2 verb /prəˈvoʊk/

provoke

挑発する
Meaning
To cause someone to become angry or to cause a reaction.
Example
His words provoked a heated argument.
彼の言葉は激しい議論を引き起こした。
B2 adjective /ˈpoʊ.lər/

polar

極地の、極に関連する
Meaning
relating to the North or South Pole; opposite in nature or character
Example
Penguins live in polar regions of the Earth.
ペンギンは地球の極地に住んでいます。
B2 noun, adjective /ˌpəʊstˈɡrædʒuət/

postgraduate

大学院生
Meaning
A student who has completed a first degree and is studying for a further degree.
Example
She is doing postgraduate research in physics.
彼女は物理学の大学院研究をしています。
B2 verb /ˈprɒspər/

prosper

繁栄する
Meaning
to succeed or flourish, especially in financial or business matters
Example
With hard work and determination, she managed to prosper in her career.
一生懸命の努力と決意で、彼女はキャリアで成功しました。
B2 noun /ˌpʌɪ.əˈnɪr/

Pioneer

新しい領域を探索または定住する最初の人；新しいアイデアや方法を開発する人
Meaning
a person who is among the first to explore or settle a new area; someone who develops new ideas or methods
Example
She was a pioneer in the field of computer science.
彼女はコンピュータサイエンスの分野で先駆者でした。
B2 verb /ˈpɒndər/

ponder

深く考える
Meaning
to think about something carefully
Example
She pondered over the meaning of the poem.
彼女は詩の意味について深く考えていました。
B2 adjective /ˈpreɪz.wɜː.ði/

Praiseworthy

賞賛に値する
Meaning
deserving praise; commendable; admirable
Example
Her charitable work is truly praiseworthy.
彼女の慈善活動は本当に賞賛に値します。
B2 noun /ˈprɛsɪdənt/

precedent

前例
Meaning
An earlier event or decision that serves as a guide or example for future similar situations.
Example
The judge’s ruling set a new precedent for similar cases.
裁判官の判決は、同様の事件のための新たな前例を設定した。
B2 adjective /prəˈɡrɛsɪv/

progressive

進歩的
Meaning
favoring or implementing new and modern ideas or policies; moving forward or improving
Example
She holds progressive views on social justice and equality.
彼女は社会的正義と平等に関して進歩的な見解を持っています。
B2 noun /ˈpɪm.pəl/

Pimple

ニキビ
Meaning
a small, inflamed elevation of the skin; a spot on the skin, especially on the face
Example
She was embarrassed about the pimple on her forehead.
彼女は額のニキビに気まずさを感じていた。
B2 noun, verb /pɪə(r)/

peer

同等の人
Meaning
noun: a person of the same rank or status; verb: to look closely or with difficulty
Example
He tried to peer through the fog to see his peers on the other side.
彼は霧を通して自分の仲間を見ようとしました。
B2 verb /plʌndʒ/

plunge

素早く飛び込む; 急激に落ちる
Meaning
to jump or dive quickly; to fall sharply
Example
She plunged into the swimming pool.
彼女はプールに飛び込んだ。
B2 adverb /ˈpʌb.lɪk.li/

Publicly

公然と; 公開で;
Meaning
in a public manner; openly; for everyone to see or know
Example
The company publicly announced their new policy.
その会社は新しい方針を公開で発表しました。
B2 noun prɪˈsɪʒ.ən

precision

精度
Meaning
The quality of being exact and accurate.
Example
High precision instruments are used in surgery.
手術には高精度の機器が使用されます。
B2 adjective /ˈpɛti/

petty

些細な
Meaning
Of little importance or trivial; also describes a person overly concerned with small or unimportant matters.
Example
She often gets upset over the most petty things.
彼女はしばしば些細なことに腹を立てる。
B2 noun /ˈpoʊ.di.əm/

Podium

ポディウム
Meaning
a small platform on which a person may stand to be seen by an audience
Example
The winner stood on the podium to receive the gold medal.
優勝者は金メダルを受け取るためにポディウムに立ちました。
B2 noun /fɪˈlɒs.ə.fi/

philosophy

哲学
Meaning
the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence
Example
Her philosophy emphasizes kindness and empathy.
彼女の哲学は親切さと共感を強調しています。
B2 verb /pərˈsuː/

pursue

追求する
Meaning
to follow or chase with the intent to catch or achieve something
Example
She decided to pursue her dreams of becoming a doctor.
彼女は医者になるという夢を追い求めることに決めました。
B2 adjective /plʌmp/

plump

ふくよかまたは丸い
Meaning
having a full, rounded shape; pleasantly fat
Example
The cat was plump and well-fed.
その猫はふくよかでよく食べていました。
B2 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.zən.əs/

Poisonous

有毒; 毒性; 致命的
Meaning
containing poison; toxic; deadly
Example
The snake is highly poisonous and dangerous.
そのヘビは非常に有毒で危険です。
B2 adjective /ˌpoʊstˈwɔːr/

post-war

戦後の
Meaning
relating to the period after a war has ended
Example
The country experienced rapid economic growth in the post-war years.
その国は戦後の時代に急速な経済成長を遂げた。
B2 noun/verb /preɪ/

prey

Meaning
an animal hunted by another for food; to hunt and feed on
Example
Lions prey on zebras in the wild.
B2 adjective /ˌsaɪkiˈætrɪk/

psychiatric

Meaning
relating to mental illness or its treatment
Example
The psychiatric hospital provides care for those with severe conditions.
B2 noun /ˈproʊtəˌtaɪp/

prototype

プロトタイプ
Meaning
The first model or version of something, used as a sample for testing or improvement.
Example
The company built a prototype of the new smartphone before mass production.
会社は大量生産の前に新しいスマートフォンのプロトタイプを作成しました。
B2 noun prəʊb

probe

探査機
Meaning
An unmanned exploratory spacecraft designed to transmit information about its environment.
Example
The probe collected data from the planet's surface.
そのプローブは惑星の表面からデータを収集しました。
B2 noun /ˈplænər/

planner

プランナー
Meaning
a person who makes plans or a book used for organizing schedules and tasks
Example
She uses a daily planner to organize her meetings.
彼女は会議を整理するために毎日のプランナーを使っています。
B2 verb /plaʊ/

plough

耕す
Meaning
to break up and turn over soil using a plough; to move through something with difficulty
Example
The farmer ploughs the field every spring.
農家は毎年春に畑を耕します。
B2 noun ˌfoʊ.t̬oʊˈsɪn.θə.sɪs

photosynthesis

光合成
Meaning
The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods from carbon dioxide and water.
Example
Plants depend on photosynthesis for survival.
植物は生存のために光合成に依存している。
B2 adjective /ˈpen.dɪŋ/

Pending

保留中; 未決定; 進行中
Meaning
awaiting; not yet decided or settled; in the process of being completed
Example
The application is still pending approval.
申請はまだ承認待ちです。
B2 noun /saɪˈkaɪətri/

psychiatry

精神医学
Meaning
the branch of medicine focused on the study and treatment of mental illness
Example
She decided to study psychiatry to help people with mental health issues.
彼女は精神疾患に苦しむ人々を助けるために精神医学を学ぶことを決めました。
B2 noun prɛsˈtiːʒ

prestige

名声
Meaning
Widespread respect and admiration felt for someone or something on the basis of a perception of their achievements or quality.
Example
The university has gained international prestige for its research.
その大学は研究で国際的な名声を得ました。
B2 verb /prəˈkleɪm/

proclaim

宣言する
Meaning
to announce something publicly or officially, especially something important
Example
The president proclaimed a national day of mourning.
大統領は国民の日を宣言した。
B2 noun /pʌŋk/

punk

パンク
Meaning
a type of popular music, or the culture associated with it, characterized by loud, fast rhythms and rebellious attitudes
Example
He’s always been into punk music and fashion.
彼はいつもパンク音楽とファッションに興味を持っている。
B2 noun /pərˈfek.ʃən/

Perfection

完璧
Meaning
the state of being complete and without flaws; the highest degree of excellence
Example
The artist spent years trying to achieve perfection in his paintings.
アーティストは彼の絵画で完璧を達成するために何年も費やしました。
B2 verb (phrasal) /ˈpæs ˌɔːf/

pass-off

Meaning
to present something or someone falsely as something else; to pretend or deceive
Example
He tried to pass off the fake watch as a luxury brand.
B2 noun pɑrˈtɪʃən

partition

分割
Meaning
The action of dividing or being divided into parts; separation.
Example
Partition caused unrest.
分割が騒動を引き起こした。
B2 noun /prɒp/

prop

小道具
Meaning
an object used on stage by actors during a performance; something that supports or holds up
Example
The actor forgot his prop on stage.
俳優はステージで小道具を忘れた。
B2 noun /prəˈmoʊ.tər/

promoter

プロモーター
Meaning
A person or organization that helps to organize or finance an event, business, or product launch.
Example
The promoter organized a concert for the new band.
プロモーターは新しいバンドのためにコンサートを組織しました。
B2 noun prɒsˈpɛr.ɪ.ti

prosperity

繁栄
Meaning
The state of being prosperous; success or wealth.
Example
The country achieved great prosperity during the last decade.
その国は過去十年間で大きな繁栄を達成しました。
B2 noun /ˈpen.ʃən/

Pension

年金
Meaning
a regular payment made to someone who is no longer working because of age or disability
Example
After retirement, he receives a monthly pension from the company.
退職後、彼は会社から毎月年金を受け取ります。
B2 verb /pæt/

pat

Meaning
to touch someone or something gently, often to show affection or approval
Example
She gently patted the dog on its head.
B2 adjective /ˌfɪl.əˈsɒf.ɪ.kəl/

philosophical

哲学的
Meaning
relating to the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence
Example
She maintained a calm and philosophical attitude during the crisis.
危機の間、彼女は冷静で哲学的な態度を保ちました。
B2 adjective, noun /ˈsaɪkɪk/

psychic

Meaning
relating to the mind or supernatural powers; a person claiming to have extrasensory abilities
Example
The psychic claimed she could predict the future.
B2 adjective ˌpaɪəˈnɪə.rɪŋ

pioneering

先駆的
Meaning
Involving new ideas or methods; innovative and original.
Example
Pioneering efforts often lead to success.
先駆的な努力はしばしば成功につながります。
B2 adjective /pəˈzes.ɪv/

Possessive

幸せ
Meaning
showing a desire to own or control something; unwilling to share; jealously protective
Example
He is very possessive about his car.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せませんでした。
B2 adjective /ˈpɪt.i.fəl/

pitiful

悲惨な, 哀れな, とても小さい
Meaning
deserving or arousing pity; very small or inadequate
Example
The team's performance was pitiful compared to last year.
チームのパフォーマンスは昨年に比べて悲惨でした。
B2 noun /pɔːrtʃ/

porch

ポーチ
Meaning
a covered area at the entrance of a building, often with a roof and open sides
Example
We sat on the porch and enjoyed the evening breeze.
私たちはポーチに座って、夕方の風を楽しみました。
B2 adjective /ˈprɒmɪsɪŋ/

promising

有望な
Meaning
showing signs of future success or potential
Example
She is a promising young scientist with great ideas.
彼女は素晴らしいアイデアを持つ、有望な若い科学者です。
B2 noun ˈpærəˌlɛlz

parallels

類似点
Meaning
Similarities or comparisons between two different things or situations
Example
There are parallels between Japan's aging issues and Bangladesh's situation.
日本の高齢化問題とバングラデシュの状況にはパラレルが存在します。
B2 noun /ˈpref.ər.əns/

Preference

優先
Meaning
a greater liking for one alternative over another or others
Example
She has a preference for classical music over pop music.
彼女はポップ音楽よりもクラシック音楽を好む。
B2 verb prəˈmoʊtɪŋ

promoting

促進する
Meaning
Supporting or actively encouraging; helping to develop or increase.
Example
Promoting practical education ensures skill development.
実践的な教育を促進することは、スキルの発展を確実にします。
B2 adjective /prəˈtɛktɪv/

protective

保護的な
Meaning
giving or capable of giving protection; shielding from harm or danger
Example
She wore a protective helmet while riding her bike.
彼女は自転車に乗るときに保護的なヘルメットをかぶっていました。
B2 noun /prækˈtɪʃ.ən.ər/

practitioner

実務家
Meaning
a person actively engaged in a profession, especially medicine or law
Example
She is a skilled medical practitioner.
彼女は優れた医療実務家です。
B2 noun /proʊˈbeɪʃən/

probation

試用期間
Meaning
a period of testing or supervision, especially for offenders or new employees
Example
He was placed on probation for six months.
彼は6か月の試用期間を与えられました。
B2 noun /ˈprɛdətər/

predator

捕食者
Meaning
An animal that hunts and kills other animals for food.
Example
Lions are powerful predators in the savannah.
ライオンはサバンナで強力な捕食者です。
B2 noun /ˈpɪlər/

pillar

柱
Meaning
a strong vertical support or mainstay of a structure or system
Example
The ancient temple was supported by massive stone pillars.
古代の寺院は巨大な石の柱によって支えられていました。
B2 noun /prɪˈdɪk.ʃən/

Prediction

予測
Meaning
a statement about what will happen in the future; a forecast
Example
The weather prediction says it will rain tomorrow.
天気予報は明日雨が降ると言っています。
B2 noun /ˌpɜːrsəˈnel/

personnel

人員
Meaning
People employed in an organization or engaged in an organized undertaking such as military service.
Example
The company is hiring more personnel for its new branch.
会社は新しい支店のためにもっと多くの人員を採用しています。
B2 verb /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɪr/

persevere

忍耐する
Meaning
to continue trying to achieve something despite difficulty or delay
Example
He persevered through many failures before succeeding.
彼は多くの失敗を乗り越えて成功しました。
B2 verb /prɪˈzjuːm/

presume

仮定する
Meaning
To suppose something is true without proof; to take for granted.
Example
I presume she has already left for the meeting.
私は彼女がすでに会議に出かけたと思います。
B2 adjective /pælɛˈstɪnɪən/

palestinian

パレスチナの
Meaning
relating to Palestine or its people
Example
The Palestinian people have a rich cultural heritage.
パレスチナの人々は豊かな文化遺産を持っています。
B2 noun /pliː/

Plea

請願; 要求; 弁明
Meaning
an urgent and emotional request; a defendant's formal response to a criminal charge; an excuse or justification
Example
She made a plea for help during the emergency.
緊急時に彼女は助けを求める請願をした。
B2 noun /pəˈræmɪtər/

parameter

パラメーター
Meaning
a limit, boundary, or measurable factor that defines or determines something
Example
We need to set clear parameters for this project.
このプロジェクトのために明確なパラメーターを設定する必要があります。
B2 noun/verb /pəʊl/

poll

世論調査
Meaning
a survey of public opinion or voting in an election
Example
The poll revealed that most people favored the new policy.
世論調査ではほとんどの人が新しい政策を支持していることが明らかになった。
B2 adjective /poʊˈɛt.ɪk/

poetic

詩的な
Meaning
having qualities of poetry; expressive, beautiful, or imaginative
Example
Her speech had a poetic rhythm that captivated the audience.
彼女のスピーチには、観客を魅了する詩的なリズムがあった。
B2 noun /ˈpiː.lər/

Peeler

皮むき器
Meaning
a kitchen tool used to remove the outer skin or peel from fruits and vegetables
Example
Use a peeler to remove the potato skin.
ポテトの皮をむくために皮むき器を使用してください。
B2 noun /pərˈspek.tɪv/

Perspective

視点
Meaning
a particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view; the art of representing three-dimensional objects
Example
From his perspective, the decision was completely wrong.
彼の視点では、その決定は完全に間違っていた。
B2 noun /ˈpriːmiəm/

premium

プレミアム
Meaning
an amount of money paid regularly for an insurance policy; something of superior quality or value
Example
You need to pay your insurance premium every year.
あなたは毎年保険料を支払う必要があります。
B2 adverb /ˈprez.ənt.li/

Presently

現在; すぐに; しばらくして
Meaning
at the present time; soon; in a little while
Example
The doctor will see you presently.
医者はすぐにあなたを診ます。
B2 noun /pəˈzeʃ.ən/

Possession

所有権; 財産; 支配
Meaning
something that belongs to someone; the state of having or owning something
Example
The house has been in their family's possession for generations.
その家は何世代にもわたって彼らの家族の所有物です。
B2 noun /ˈpʌŋk.tʃər/

Puncture

パンク
Meaning
a small hole in a tire that causes air to escape
Example
I had to fix a puncture in my bicycle tire this morning.
今朝、自転車のタイヤのパンクを修理しなければなりませんでした。
B2 noun /ˌpɛnɪˈtreɪʃən/

penetration

浸透
Meaning
The act of piercing or entering into something.
Example
The company's market penetration grew rapidly.
その企業の市場浸透は急速に成長した。
B2 adjective /ˈprɒmɪnənt/

prominent

顕著な
Meaning
Important, famous, or easily noticeable.
Example
He is a prominent leader in the community.
彼はコミュニティの中で著名なリーダーです。
B2 adjective + noun ˈpraɪməri əbˈdʒektɪv

primary objective

主要な目標
Meaning
The main goal or chief aim of an activity, project, or endeavor.
Example
The primary objective of the event was to promote recycling.
イベントの主要な目標はリサイクルの推進でした。
B2 adjective /prəˈpoʊzd/

proposed

提案された
Meaning
suggested or put forward for consideration or discussion
Example
The proposed changes will improve the system.
提案された変更はシステムを改善します。
B2 adjective /ˈpæʃənət/

passionate

情熱的な
Meaning
showing or caused by strong feelings or a strong belief
Example
He is passionate about environmental conservation.
彼は環境保護に情熱を注いでいます。
B2 adjective /fəˈnɒmɪnəl/

phenomenal

非凡
Meaning
extraordinary, remarkable, or exceptional in a way that is very impressive
Example
The team achieved phenomenal success in the tournament.
チームはトーナメントで非凡な成功を収めました。
B2 noun /prəˈtɛstər/

protester

抗議者
Meaning
a person who takes part in a protest or demonstration
Example
The protester spoke passionately about the cause.
抗議者はその原因について情熱的に話しました。
B2 adjective /ˈpɑːr.ʃəl/

Partial

部分的; 偏見のある;
Meaning
incomplete; showing bias or prejudice
Example
The judge gave a partial decision in favor of the defendant.
裁判官は被告人に有利な部分的な決定を下した。
B2 verb /prɪˈzɜːv/

preserve

保存する
Meaning
to keep something in its original state; to protect from harm or decay
Example
We must preserve our natural environment.
私たちは自然環境を保存しなければなりません。
B2 noun /ˈprəʊsesə/

processor

プロセッサ
Meaning
a machine or device that processes something, especially a computer's central processing unit (CPU)
Example
The new laptop has a faster processor.
新しいノートパソコンにはより高速なプロセッサがあります。
B2 adjective /prəˈnaʊnst/

pronounced

顕著な
Meaning
very noticeable or strongly marked
Example
There is a pronounced difference between the two styles.
二つのスタイルの間には顕著な違いがあります。
B2 verb /poʊk/

poke

突く
Meaning
to push or prod with a finger or pointed object
Example
Don't poke me with your finger.
指で突っつかないで。
B2 noun /ˈpæθweɪ/

pathway

小道
Meaning
a route or course along which something travels or progresses
Example
The narrow pathway led to the hidden garden.
狭い小道が隠れた庭へと続いていた。
B2 noun /ˈpɒp.i/

Poppy

ケシの花
Meaning
a bright red flower with black seeds, often used as a symbol of remembrance
Example
The red poppy bloomed beautifully in the garden.
赤いケシの花が庭で美しく咲きました。
B2 adjective /ˈprɪv.ə.lɪdʒd/

Privileged

恵まれた
Meaning
having special advantages; favored; elite
Example
She comes from a privileged background with many opportunities.
彼女は機会に恵まれた背景を持っている。
B2 noun /ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/

proposition

提案, 計画
Meaning
A statement, idea, or plan put forward for consideration or discussion.
Example
The company made a business proposition to the investors.
会社は投資家にビジネスの提案をしました。
B2 adjective /ˈpaʊərləs/

powerless

無力
Meaning
without ability, influence, or strength
Example
She felt powerless against the unfair system.
彼女は不公平なシステムに対して無力だと感じていた。
B2 noun, adjective /prɪˈmɪər/ or /ˈpriːmiər/

premier

首相 / 主要
Meaning
the head of government in some countries; first in importance or rank
Example
The French premier addressed the nation.
フランスの首相が国民に演説を行った。
B2 verb /pərˈsɪst/

persist

Meaning
to continue firmly in an action or opinion despite difficulty or opposition
Example
She decided to persist in her efforts to learn French.
B2 verb /pɪəs/

pierce

貫通する
Meaning
to make a hole through something; to penetrate with a sharp object
Example
The arrow will pierce through the target.
矢はターゲットを貫通します。
B2 noun pəˈluː.tənts

pollutants

汚染物質
Meaning
A substance that pollutes or contaminates the environment.
Example
Pollutants contribute to environmental degradation.
汚染物質は環境劣化を引き起こします。
B2 noun /ˈpɪs.təl/

Pistol

ピストル
Meaning
a small gun that can be held and fired with one hand
Example
The officer drew his pistol from the holster.
警官はホルスターからピストルを抜きました。
B2 noun

Patriot

愛国者
B2 noun /ˈpɑː.tɪ.klz/

particles

粒子
Meaning
Minute portions of matter.
Example
PM2.5 particles harm respiratory health.
PM2.5粒子は呼吸器系の健康に害を与えます。
B2 noun prəˈdʒɛk.ʃən

projection

声の投影
Meaning
The strength and range of voice when speaking.
Example
Proper projection ensures that every listener hears clearly.
適切なプロジェクションは、すべての聴衆が明確に聞こえることを保証します。
B2 verb prəˈlɔŋd

prolonged

延長された
Meaning
Extended in duration; made to last longer than usual.
Example
Modern medicine has prolonged life expectancy.
現代医療は寿命を延長しました。
B2 adverb /ˈpʌŋk.tʃu.əl.i/

Punctually

時間通り
Meaning
at the exact time arranged; on time; not late
Example
She always arrives punctually for meetings.
彼女は会議にいつも時間通りに到着します。
B2 verb /pəˈreɪd/

parade

パレードする, 公開する
Meaning
to march in a procession; to display publicly; to show off
Example
The soldiers paraded through the streets on Independence Day.
独立記念日に兵士たちが通りでパレードした。
B2 noun /ˈprɛzɪdənsi/

presidency

大統領職
Meaning
the office or position of being a president
Example
He was elected to the presidency in 2020.
彼は2020年に大統領職に選ばれました。
B2 noun /pæd/

pad

パッド
Meaning
a small cushion or block of soft material; also a set of sheets of paper fastened together
Example
He wrote her phone number on a yellow pad.
彼は黄色いパッドに彼女の電話番号を書いた。
B2 noun /feɪz/

Phase

段階; 変化や発展の過程での特定の期間または段階
Meaning
a distinct period or stage in a process of change or development
Example
The project is now in its final phase.
プロジェクトは現在最終段階にあります。
B2 verb /prɪˈskrʌɪb/

prescribe

処方する
Meaning
to recommend or authorize the use of something, especially medicine
Example
The doctor prescribed medication for my cold.
医者は私の風邪のために薬を処方しました。
B2 adverb /prɪˈdɒmɪnəntli/

predominantly

主に
Meaning
mainly; for the most part
Example
The population in the city is predominantly young.
その都市の人口は主に若いです。
B2 adjective ˈpeɪn.ləs

painless

痛みなし
Meaning
Not causing pain; involving little effort or stress.
Example
Modern methods ensure painless treatment.
現代の方法は痛みのない治療を保証します。
B2 noun /ˌpiːdiəˈtrɪʃən/

pediatrician

小児科医
Meaning
a doctor who specializes in the medical care of children
Example
The pediatrician examined the child carefully.
小児科医は子供を慎重に診察しました。
B2 verb /ˈpɑːlɪʃ/

polish

磨く
Meaning
to make smooth and shiny by rubbing; to improve or refine
Example
She needs to polish her shoes before the interview.
面接前に靴を磨かなければならない。
B2 noun /pəˈnɪn.sjə.lə/

Peninsula

半島
Meaning
a piece of land that is almost completely surrounded by water but connected to the mainland
Example
The Korean Peninsula is located in East Asia.
朝鮮半島は東アジアに位置しています。
B2 noun /ˈpɔːt.fəʊ.li.əʊ/

portfolio

作業のコレクション、サンプル、または作業リスト
Meaning
A collection of work or samples demonstrating skills and expertise.
Example
His portfolio showcased his diverse range of skills.
彼のポートフォリオは彼の多様なスキルの範囲を示していました。
B2 noun prəˈtæɡənɪst

protagonist

主人公
Meaning
The leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.
Example
Charles Darnay is one of the protagonists of the story.
チャールズ・ダーネイは物語の主要な登場人物の一人です。
B2 adjective /ˌsaɪkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

psychological

心理学的
Meaning
relating to the mind or mental processes.
Example
She studied the psychological effects of trauma on children.
彼女は子供たちへのトラウマの心理学的影響を研究した。
B2 noun /ˌproʊɪˈbɪʃən/

prohibition

禁止
Meaning
The act of forbidding something by law or authority.
Example
The government announced the prohibition of smoking in public places.
政府は公共の場での喫煙禁止を発表した。
B2 noun /ˈpleɪˌɔːf/

playoff

チャンピオン決定戦
Meaning
a series of games played to determine a champion among top teams
Example
The team qualified for the playoffs after a strong season.
チームは強いシーズン後にプレーオフに進出しました。
B2 noun /ˌpɪə.riˈɒd.ɪ.kəl/

periodical

雑誌
Meaning
a magazine or journal published at regular intervals
Example
She subscribed to a science periodical.
彼女は科学雑誌を購読しました。
B2 noun /ˈpæntri/

pantry

パントリー
Meaning
A small room or cupboard where food, dishes, and kitchen supplies are stored.
Example
She stocked the pantry with fresh groceries for the week.
彼女は今週のために新鮮な食料品でパントリーを満たしました。