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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 ˈprɑː.sest fuːdz

processed foods

加工食品
Meaning
Foods that have been altered from their natural state through various methods such as canning, freezing, refrigeration, dehydration and aseptic processing.
Example
Excessive consumption of processed foods leads to health issues.
加工食品の過剰摂取は健康問題を引き起こします。
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 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 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 /pəˈtɪʃən/

petition

請願書
Meaning
a formal written request, typically signed by many people, appealing to authority about a cause
Example
They signed a petition to improve road safety in the area.
彼らはその地域の道路安全を改善するために請願書に署名しました。
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 noun /ˈpaɪpˌlaɪn/

pipeline

パイプライン
Meaning
a long tube through which liquids or gases are transported
Example
The company is building a new pipeline to transport natural gas.
その会社は天然ガスを輸送するための新しいパイプラインを建設しています。
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 noun /ˈplæn.tɪn/

Plantain

プランテンバナナ
Meaning
a large green banana-like fruit that is usually cooked before eating
Example
Plantain can be fried, boiled, or baked and is a staple food in many tropical countries.
プランテンバナナは揚げたり、茹でたり、焼いたりでき、多くの熱帯地域では主食です。
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 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 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 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 verb /priːtʃ/

preach

説教する
Meaning
to deliver a religious or moral talk, often in a church setting
Example
The pastor preached about forgiveness and kindness.
牧師は許しと親切について説教しました。
B2 verb /pɪntʃ/

pinch

つまむ
Meaning
to squeeze tightly between the fingers; to take a small amount
Example
She pinched a bit of salt into the soup.
彼女はスープに少し塩を加えました。
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 noun /ˈpɑːs.tʃər/

Posture

幸福
Meaning
the position in which someone holds their body; a particular attitude or approach
Example
Good posture is important for preventing back pain.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠すことができませんでした。
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 noun/verb /ˈpriːfɪks/

prefix

接頭辞; 前に何かを追加する
Meaning
a word, letter, or number placed before another; as a verb, to add something in front of something else
Example
Developers often prefix variables with an underscore.
開発者はしばしば変数にアンダースコアをプレフィックスとして追加します。
B2 adjective /ˌprɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl/

presidential

大統領に関連する
Meaning
relating to a president or presidency
Example
The presidential election is scheduled for next month.
大統領選挙は来月に予定されています。
B2 adjective /prɪˈdɪktəbəl/

predictable

予測可能
Meaning
able to be predicted or foreseen
Example
His reactions were predictable based on his past behavior.
彼の反応は過去の行動に基づいて予測可能でした。
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 noun prəˈvɪʒ.ənz

provisions

規定
Meaning
A condition or requirement in a legal document; clauses or stipulations.
Example
Provisions must align with public aspirations.
規定は公衆の期待と一致しなければならない。
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 adverb /ˈpjʊərli/

purely

純粋に
Meaning
only and completely; entirely
Example
The decision was purely based on economic factors.
その決定は完全に経済的な要因に基づいていました。
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 /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 noun /ˈpɜː.tʃəs.ɪŋ ˈpaʊ.ɚ/

purchasing power

購買力
Meaning
The amount of goods and services that can be purchased with a unit of currency.
Example
Due to inflation, people's purchasing power has decreased.
インフレのため、人々の購買力は低下しました。
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 pɪər ˈɪnfluəns

peer influence

仲間の影響
Meaning
The effect that members of a peer group have on each other, especially in terms of behavior, attitudes, and decision-making.
Example
Peer influence can shape juvenile behavior significantly.
仲間の影響は、若者の行動に大きな影響を与えることがあります。
B2 adjective /ˈprɒfɪtəbl/

profitable

利益を生む
Meaning
yielding profit or financial gain
Example
The company has become highly profitable after the new strategy was implemented.
新しい戦略が実行された後、会社は非常に利益を上げました。
B2 verb /pɔːˈtreɪ/

portray

描く
Meaning
to describe or represent something or someone in a work of art or literature
Example
The novel portrays a vivid picture of life in the countryside.
その小説は田舎での生活の生き生きとした絵を描いています。
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 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 /ˈpæʃ.ən/

Passion

情熱
Meaning
strong enthusiasm or excitement for something; intense emotion or feeling
Example
Her passion for music led her to become a professional singer.
音楽への情熱が彼女をプロの歌手に導いた。
B2 noun ˈprɒs.pekt

prospect

見込み
Meaning
The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.
Example
The project's success holds great prospect for the economy.
プロジェクトの成功は経済にとって大きな見込みを持っています。
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 verb /ˈpjʊərɪfaɪ/

purify

浄化する
Meaning
to make clean or pure; to remove impurities
Example
This filter will purify the water effectively.
このフィルターは水を効果的に浄化します。
B2 adjective /pəˈrɛntəl/

parental

親に関連する
Meaning
relating to a parent or parents; characteristic of a mother or father
Example
Parental guidance is important for a child's development.
子供の成長には親のガイダンスが重要です。
B2 verb /ˈpɛrɪʃ/

perish

死ぬ
Meaning
To die, especially in a sudden or violent way.
Example
Many soldiers perished in the war.
多くの兵士は戦争で死んだ。
B2 noun /ˈpɒm.ɪˌɡræn.ɪt/

Pomegranate

Meaning
a round fruit with thick red skin containing many small red seeds with juice
Example
The pomegranate seeds were sweet and refreshing.
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 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 /ˈpɑːtnəʃɪp/

partnership

パートナーシップ
Meaning
the state of being a partner or a group of partners
Example
Our partnership has helped both companies grow.
私たちのパートナーシップは、両社の成長に役立ちました。
B2 noun /saɪˈkɒlədʒɪst/

psychologist

心理学者
Meaning
a person who studies mental processes and behavior
Example
The psychologist helped him cope with his anxiety.
心理学者は彼が不安に対処するのを助けました。
B2 noun /ˈpɒlən/

pollen

花粉
Meaning
fine powder produced by flowers, used in fertilization
Example
Bees collect pollen from flowers to make honey.
ミツバチは花から花粉を集めて蜂蜜を作ります。
B2 noun /ˈprɛfəs/

preface

序文
Meaning
an introduction to a book, speech, or other written work
Example
The author explained his motivation in the preface.
著者は序文で自分の動機を説明しました。
B2 noun prəˈsiːdɪŋz

proceedings

手続き
Meaning
An event or a series of activities involving a formal or set procedure.
Example
The proceedings discussed language issues.
手続きでは言語の問題が議論されました。
B2 noun pərˈsɛpʃən

perception

知覚、理解
Meaning
The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses
Example
Our perception of the situation was shaped by our prior experiences.
私たちの状況に対する知覚は、私たちの過去の経験によって形作られました。
B2 adjective /prəˈvɪʒənəl/

Provisional

仮の
Meaning
arranged for the present; temporary; subject to later confirmation
Example
The provisional agreement will be reviewed next month.
仮の合意は来月レビューされます。
B2 adjective /ˈpɒlɪʃt/

polished

洗練された、精巧で優雅
Meaning
refined, sophisticated, and elegant in appearance or behavior
Example
She gave a polished performance at the recital.
彼女はリサイタルで洗練されたパフォーマンスを披露しました。
B2 noun pərˈsweɪ.ʒən

persuasion

論理や感情で誰かを説得する
Meaning
The act of convincing someone to change their viewpoint through reasoning or emotion.
Example
Effective persuasion is key to a successful speech.
効果的な説得は、成功したスピーチの鍵です。
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 noun /ˈpaɪ.rə.si/

Piracy

海賊行為
Meaning
the practice of attacking and robbing ships at sea; the unauthorized use or reproduction of copyrighted material
Example
Software piracy costs companies billions of dollars annually.
ソフトウェアの海賊行為は毎年企業に数十億ドルの損失をもたらします。
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 noun /prɪˈkɔː.ʃən/

Precaution

予防措置
Meaning
an action taken in advance to prevent something dangerous or unpleasant from happening
Example
As a precaution, we should bring extra water on the hike.
予防措置として、ハイキングに追加の水を持っていくべきです。
B2 noun /prɪˈtens/

Pretence

偽り
Meaning
an attempt to make something that is not the case appear true
Example
He made no pretence of being interested in the conversation.
彼は会話に興味があるふりをしなかった。
B2 noun /ˈpɔːrɪdʒ/

porridge

Meaning
A soft food made by boiling oats or other grains in milk or water.
Example
She had a bowl of porridge for breakfast.
B2 adjective /ˈpʌz.lɪŋ/

Puzzling

不可解な
Meaning
confusing; perplexing;
Example
The scientist found the results puzzling.
科学者はその結果を謎めいたと感じた。
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 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 /ˈprɪv.ə.lɪdʒ/

Privilege

特権
Meaning
a special right or advantage that only one person or group has
Example
It's a privilege to work with such talented people.
才能ある人々と一緒に働けることは特権です。
B2 noun /ˈpesɪˌmɪzəm/

pessimism

ペシミズム
Meaning
A tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe the worst will happen.
Example
Her constant pessimism made it hard to stay optimistic.
彼女の絶え間ないペシミズムは、楽観的でいるのを難しくしていた。
B2 noun ˌprez.əˈveɪ.ʃən

preservation

保存
Meaning
The action of maintaining something in its original or existing state; protection from harm or damage.
Example
Proper preservation extends the lifespan of machinery.
適切な保存は機械の寿命を延ばします。
B2 noun /plæˈtoʊ/

plateau

高原、平坦な土地、変化の少ない時期
Meaning
an elevated flat area of land or a period of little change
Example
After months of growth, sales reached a plateau.
数ヶ月の成長の後、売上はプラトーに達した。
B2 adjective /ˈpəʊstwɔːr/

postwar

戦後
Meaning
occurring or existing after a war
Example
The postwar period saw significant economic growth.
戦後の時期には、顕著な経済成長が見られました。
B2 adjective /prəˈspɛktɪv/

prospective

将来性のある
Meaning
likely or expected to happen in the future; potential
Example
The company is meeting with prospective clients next week.
その会社は来週、将来性のあるクライアントと会う予定です。
B2 adjective /proʊn/

Prone

傾向がある
Meaning
having a tendency to; inclined; lying face down
Example
He is prone to making mistakes when he's tired.
彼は疲れているときにミスをする傾向があります。
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 /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 noun /ˈpælət/

palette

パレット
Meaning
a thin board or surface on which an artist sets and mixes colors; also a range of colors used in art or design
Example
The artist mixed vibrant shades on her palette before starting the painting.
アーティストは絵を描き始める前にパレットで鮮やかな色合いを混ぜました。
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 noun /ˈprɒvɪns/

province

省
Meaning
a principal administrative division of certain countries or empires.
Example
The province is known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes.
その省は豊かな文化遺産と素晴らしい自然景観で知られています。
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 adjective /pəˈsɪs.tənt/

persistent

持続的
Meaning
continuing to exist or endure over a prolonged period
Example
Despite many setbacks, her persistent efforts led to success.
多くの障害にもかかわらず、彼女の持続的な努力は成功をもたらした。
B2 adjective /prɪˈdɒmɪnənt/

predominant

優勢な
Meaning
Having superior strength, influence, or authority; most common or noticeable.
Example
The predominant color in the painting is blue.
絵画の中で優勢な色は青です。
B2 noun /saɪˈkɒlədʒi/

psychology

心理学
Meaning
the scientific study of the mind and behavior
Example
Psychology helps us understand how people think and act.
心理学は人々がどのように考え、行動するかを理解するのに役立ちます。
B2 verb /pərˈsiːv/

perceive

感知する
Meaning
to become aware of or understand something through the senses
Example
I perceive a change in his attitude.
私は彼の態度の変化を感じ取ります。
B2 noun /ˈpred.ə.ses.ər/

Predecessor

前任者
Meaning
a person who held a job or office before the current holder; something that came before another thing
Example
The new manager learned from his predecessor's mistakes.
新しいマネージャーは前任者のミスから学びました。
B2 noun pɛsts

pests

害虫, 害を及ぼす動物
Meaning
Harmful or troublesome creatures, especially insects or small animals that damage crops, food, or living spaces.
Example
Pests can damage crops and cause diseases.
害虫は作物を損傷し、病気を引き起こす可能性があります。
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 /prəˈdʌk.tɪv/

Productive

生産的な
Meaning
efficient; yielding good results; fruitful
Example
Working from home has made me more productive than ever before.
自宅勤務は私をこれまで以上に生産的にしました。
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 prəˈlɒŋ

prolong

延長する
Meaning
To extend the duration of something; to make something last longer.
Example
A healthy diet helps prolong life expectancy.
健康的な食事は寿命を延ばすのに役立ちます。
B2 noun, verb /ˈpɛdəl/

pedal

足で操作するレバー
Meaning
A foot-operated lever for powering or controlling a mechanism, especially on a bicycle.
Example
He pressed down hard on the bicycle pedal.
彼は自転車のペダルを力いっぱい踏んだ。
B2 verb /pəˈluːt/

pollute

汚染する
Meaning
to make air, water, or land dirty and harmful to people, animals, and plants
Example
Factories pollute the environment with toxic chemicals.
工場は有害な化学物質で環境を汚染します。
B2 adjective /ˈpær.ə.lel/

Parallel

平行
Meaning
side by side and having the same distance continuously between them; similar or corresponding
Example
The two roads run parallel to each other for several miles.
二つの道路は数マイルにわたって平行に走っています。
B2 adjective /praɪm/

prime

最優先, 重要な
Meaning
Of the best quality; most important; peak condition.
Example
She is in the prime of her career.
彼女はキャリアの最良の時期にいます。
B2 verb /paɪn/

pine

切望する
Meaning
to long intensely for something or someone; to suffer from longing
Example
He pined for his hometown after moving abroad.
海外に引っ越した後、彼は故郷を切望していた。
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 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 adjective /prəˈfɪʃ.ənt/

proficient

熟練した
Meaning
Competent or skilled in doing or using something; having great knowledge or experience.
Example
She is highly proficient in multiple languages.
彼女は多言語に非常に熟練しています。
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 /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 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 noun /ˈpetəl/

Petal

花弁
Meaning
One of the colored segments of a flower that forms the corolla
Example
Each petal of the daisy was white with a yellow center.
デイジーの各花弁は白で、中央は黄色でした。
B2 verb /prɪˈsiːdɪd/

preceded

先行した
Meaning
came before something in time, order, or position
Example
Dark clouds preceded the heavy rainfall.
暗い雲が大雨に先立って現れた。
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 /ˈpɪnpɔɪnt/

pinpoint

正確に特定する
Meaning
to locate or identify something with precision
Example
The detective was able to pinpoint the exact location of the suspect.
探偵は容疑者の正確な場所を特定できました。
B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.θən/

Python

ニシキヘビ
Meaning
a large non-venomous snake that kills prey by constriction
Example
The python wrapped around its prey tightly.
ニシキヘビは獲物をきつく巻きつけました。
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 adverb /ˈpɑrʃəli/

Partially

部分的に; 完全ではない;
Meaning
to some extent; not completely; incompletely
Example
The building was only partially destroyed in the fire.
その建物は火事で部分的に破壊されました。
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 /ˈpjʊə.rɪ.ti/

Purity

純粋さ; 清潔さ; 汚染からの自由
Meaning
the state of being pure; cleanness or freedom from contamination
Example
The purity of the mountain water was remarkable.
山の水の純粋さは注目に値しました。
B2 noun /ˈprɛʃər ˈkʊkər/

Pressure cooker

圧力鍋
Meaning
a sealed cooking pot that uses steam pressure to cook food faster
Example
Using a pressure cooker reduces cooking time by more than half.
圧力鍋を使うと、調理時間が半分以上短縮されます。
B2 noun /pænt/

Pant

パンツ
Meaning
a piece of clothing worn on the lower body covering each leg separately
Example
She bought a new pair of pants for the party.
彼女はパーティーのために新しいパンツを買った。
B2 noun /prɔːn/

Prawn

エビ
Meaning
a large marine crustacean similar to shrimp but typically bigger
Example
The chef prepared delicious prawn curry with coconut milk.
シェフはココナッツミルクでおいしいエビカレーを作りました。
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 /pɪt/

pit

穴
Meaning
a large hole in the ground or a hollow area
Example
The workers dug a deep pit to build the foundation.
労働者たちは基礎を作るために深い穴を掘った。
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 /ˌpɜː.sɪˈvɪə.rəns/

perseverance

忍耐力
Meaning
Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success
Example
His perseverance helped him achieve his dreams.
彼の忍耐力が彼を夢の実現に導いた。
B2 noun /ˈpærɪʃ/

parish

教区
Meaning
A local church community or the area served by a parish church.
Example
The parish gathered for Sunday service.
教区は日曜礼拝のために集まりました。
B2 adjective /ˈprɛf(ə)rəb(ə)l/

preferable

好ましい
Meaning
more desirable or suitable; better than something else
Example
It is preferable to take the train rather than drive in heavy traffic.
渋滞時には車を運転するより、電車を利用する方が好ましい。
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 noun, verb /ˈplɑːstər/

plaster

プラスター, 修理する
Meaning
a soft mixture applied to walls or used to cover wounds; or to cover or coat with plaster
Example
The workers plastered the walls to make them smooth.
作業員たちは壁を滑らかにするためにプラスターを塗った。
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 /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 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 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/verb /preɪ/

prey

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