B1 noun, verb /paʊnd/

pound

ポンド

Meaning

a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces or a unit of currency

Example

The price of the book is five pounds.

その本の価格は5ポンドです。

B1 noun /ˈfɛloʊ/

fellow

仲間

Meaning

a person who shares a common situation, interest, or activity with another

Example

He is a fellow student in my class.

彼は私のクラスの仲間です。

B1 verb /stɛə/

stare

じっと見る

Meaning

to look at something with a fixed gaze

Example

She stared at the painting for hours.

彼女は何時間も絵をじっと見つめていました。

B1 adverb /ˈfɔːtʃənətli/

fortunately

幸いにも

Meaning

by good luck; luckily

Example

Fortunately, no one was injured in the accident.

幸いにも、事故で誰も怪我をしませんでした。

B1 adjective /ˈhæn.səm/

handsome

Meaning

attractive in appearance, usually referring to men; also can mean generous or impressive in size.

Example

He looked very handsome in his new suit.

B1 verb /ˈdoʊneɪt/

donate

寄付

Meaning

to give money, goods, or time to help others; to contribute

Example

She donates blood every three months.

彼女は毎月血液をドネートしています。

B1 verb /əˈkjuːz/

accuse

告発する

Meaning

to charge someone with a crime or wrongdoing

Example

She accused him of stealing her wallet.

彼女は彼を財布を盗んだことで告訴した。

B1 noun /tʃɑːrm/

Charm

魅力; 魔法; 魅力的な力

Meaning

the power or quality of giving delight or arousing admiration; a magical spell or talisman

Example

Her natural charm and wit made her popular at social gatherings.

彼女の自然な魅力と機知は、社交的な集まりで彼女を人気者にした。

B1 verb /ɪmˈprɛs/

impress

感動させる

Meaning

to cause someone to feel admiration or respect

Example

Her speech managed to impress the audience.

彼女のスピーチは聴衆を感動させました。

B1 noun /ˌdʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

Generation

世代; 生産;

Meaning

all the people born and living at about the same time; the production or creation of something

Example

Each generation faces unique challenges that shape their worldview and values.

各世代は、それぞれ独自の課題に直面し、それが彼らの世界観と価値観を形作っています。

B1 adjective /əˈlaɪk/

Alike

似ている; 同じように

Meaning

similar in appearance or nature; in the same way

Example

The two sisters look very much alike.

二人の姉妹はとても似ている。

B1 adverb /ˈmiːn.waɪl/

Meanwhile

その間

Meaning

at the same time; during the same period

Example

She was cooking dinner, meanwhile he was setting the table.

彼女は夕食を作っていた、その間、彼はテーブルを整えていた。

B1 noun /ˈsʌb.stəns/

Substance

物質

Meaning

a particular kind of matter with uniform properties; the essential nature of something; material or content

Example

The scientist analyzed the unknown substance in the laboratory.

科学者は実験室で未知の物質を分析しました。

B1 verb ɪnˈvɛst

invest

投資する

Meaning

To put money, effort, time, etc. into something to make a profit or get an advantage.

Example

Investing in intellectual property can generate passive income.

知的財産への投資はパッシブインカムを生み出す可能性があります。

B1 verb /kræk/

crack

幸せ

Meaning

To break or cause to break without complete separation; to make a sharp sound.

Example

The glass cracked when it was dropped on the floor.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠すことができませんでした。

B1 verb /ɡræb/

grab

掴む

Meaning

To seize something quickly and firmly.

Example

He tried to grab the ball before it rolled away.

彼はボールが転がる前にそれを掴もうとしました。

B1 noun, adjective, verb /tɛns/

tense

緊張 / 時制

Meaning

a grammatical category showing time reference; stretched tight or anxious

Example

She felt tense before the interview.

彼女はインタビューの前に緊張していた。

B1 adverb /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪkli/

automatically

自動的に

Meaning

without human control or intervention; done by itself

Example

The door closes automatically after you enter.

ドアは自動的に閉まります。

B1 noun /ˈpɑːrləmənt/

parliament

議会

Meaning

the highest legislative body in a country

Example

The bill was passed in parliament after a long debate.

その法案は議会で長時間の議論の後に通過しました。

B1 adjective /aɪˈdiːəl/

ideal

理想的な

Meaning

the best possible; perfect for a situation

Example

This place is ideal for a picnic.

この場所はピクニックに理想的です。

B1 noun /ˈkærɪdʒ/

carriage

馬車

Meaning

a vehicle, typically a four-wheeled one, used for transporting goods or people, especially in the past

Example

The royal family traveled in a beautiful carriage during parades.

王族はパレードの間、美しい馬車で移動していました。

B1 noun /tʃiːk/

Cheek

頬; 横柄;

Meaning

either side of the face below the eye; impudent or disrespectful behavior

Example

The baby's rosy cheeks showed she was healthy and happy.

赤ちゃんのピンク色のほおが、健康で幸せであることを示していました。

B1 adjective ˈliː.ɡəl

legal

合法

Meaning

Permitted by law; relating to the law.

Example

Legal systems ensure justice.

法的なシステムは正義を保証します。

B1 verb /ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪnt/

disappoint

失望させる

Meaning

to fail to fulfill the hopes or expectations of someone; to make someone feel sad or displeased

Example

I hope I won't disappoint you with my performance.

私はパフォーマンスであなたを失望させたくない。

B1 noun /ˈsʌn.set/

Sunset

夕日

Meaning

the time in the evening when the sun disappears below the horizon

Example

The romantic sunset painted the sky in golden colors.

ロマンチックな夕日が空を黄金色に塗りつけました。

B1 adjective /ˈkeɪ.pə.bəl/

Capable

有能な; 能力のある

Meaning

having the ability, fitness, or quality necessary to do or achieve something; competent

Example

She is capable of handling complex problems.

彼女は複雑な問題を扱う能力があります。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈkʊkt/

uncooked

生の

Meaning

Not cooked; in a raw state.

Example

Eating uncooked meat can be dangerous.

生肉を食べるのは危険です。

B1 noun, verb /skiːm/

scheme

計画 / 陰謀

Meaning

a plan or arrangement, especially one that is secret or dishonest

Example

They devised a scheme to cheat investors.

彼らは投資家をだますために計画を立てました。

B1 verb /peɪst/

paste

貼る

Meaning

to stick something onto a surface using glue or adhesive

Example

I paste the picture into my scrapbook.

私は写真をスクラップブックに貼ります。

B1 adjective /ˌʌndərˈstændəbl/

understandable

理解できる

Meaning

Able to be understood; reasonable or justifiable.

Example

Her reaction was understandable given the situation.

その反応は状況を考慮すると理解できるものでした。

B1 adjective /ˈkriːmi/

creamy

クリームのような滑らかでリッチな質感

Meaning

having a smooth, rich texture like cream

Example

She poured a creamy sauce over the pasta.

彼女はパスタにクリーミーなソースをかけた。

B1 noun /tɛkˈniːk/

technique

技術

Meaning

A particular way of carrying out a task, especially with skill.

Example

She learned a new breathing technique in yoga class.

彼女はヨガのクラスで新しい呼吸法を学びました。

B1 verb /seɪl/

sail

帆を使って旅行する

Meaning

to travel on water in a boat or ship using sails or by wind power

Example

They sailed across the Atlantic Ocean last summer.

彼らは昨年の夏、アトランティックオーシャンを渡りました。

B1 noun /ˌrɛzəˈluːʃən/

resolution

解決, 決議

Meaning

The action of solving a problem, dispute, or contentious matter.

Example

The resolution of the issue requires careful planning and action.

問題の解決には慎重な計画と行動が必要です。

B1 noun ˈliː.də.ʃɪp

leadership

リーダーシップ

Meaning

The action of leading a group of people or an organization.

Example

Leadership is crucial for institutional success.

リーダーシップは組織の成功にとって重要です。

B1 verb /θrɪl/

Thrill

スリルを与える

Meaning

to cause someone to feel very excited and pleased

Example

The roller coaster ride thrills adventure seekers.

ローラーコースターのライドは冒険を求める人々をスリルさせます。

B1 verb /əˈsoʊsiˌeɪt/

associate

cooperation

協力

Meaning

The process of working together to the same end.

Example

Cooperation ensures effective problem-solving.

協力は効果的な問題解決を確保します。

B1 noun /sʌm/

sum

合計

Meaning

the total amount resulting from the addition of two or more numbers or items

Example

The sum of 8 and 12 is 20.

8と12の合計は20です。

B1 adjective /ɪˈlɛktrɪkəl/

electrical

電気的な

Meaning

related to electricity or the use of electrical power

Example

The electrical system in the house needs repair.

家の電気システムは修理が必要です。

B1 verb /weɪk/

wake

目を覚ます

Meaning

to stop sleeping; to become alert

Example

I wake up at 7 AM every morning.

私は毎朝7時に目を覚まします。

B1 adjective /səˈfɪʃənt/

Sufficient

十分な; 目的に適した; 満足な

Meaning

enough; adequate for the purpose; satisfactory

Example

We have sufficient time to complete the project.

私たちはプロジェクトを完了するための十分な時間があります。

B1 noun /twɪn/

twin

双子

Meaning

either of two children born at the same time to the same mother

Example

They have twin girls.

彼らには双子の女の子がいます。

B1 verb /juˈnaɪt/

unite

団結する

Meaning

to join together or combine; to bring people or things together

Example

The crisis helped unite the community.

危機はコミュニティを団結させる手助けをした。

B1 noun /ˌkɒmbɪˈneɪʃən/

combination

組み合わせ / 混合

Meaning

The act of joining or mixing two or more things together.

Example

This dish is a perfect combination of sweet and spicy flavors.

この料理は甘いと辛いフレーバーの完璧な組み合わせです。

B1 noun /ˈætɪˌtjuːd/

attitude

Meaning

A settled way of thinking or feeling about someone or something, often reflected in behavior.

Example

Her positive attitude helped her overcome many challenges.

B1 verb /taɪmd/

timed

タイムを測る

Meaning

to measure or record the duration or speed of something

Example

He timed the race with a stopwatch.

彼はストップウォッチでレースのタイムを計った。

B1 noun ɪˈməʊʃənz

emotions

感情

Meaning

Strong feelings deriving from one's circumstances, mood, or relationships with others.

Example

Emotions ran high during the protests.

抗議の間、感情は高まりました。

B1 noun /ˈreɪn.boʊ/

Rainbow

虹

Meaning

an arch of colors formed in the sky by sunlight shining through rain

Example

After the storm, a beautiful rainbow appeared in the sky.

嵐の後、空に美しい虹が現れました。

B1 noun /dʒʌɡ/

Jug

水差し

Meaning

a large container for liquids, with a narrow mouth and a handle

Example

She poured fresh orange juice from the glass jug into her cup.

彼女はガラスの水差しから新鮮なオレンジジュースをカップに注ぎました。

B1 noun, verb /strɪŋ/

string

ひも

Meaning

a thin piece of cord or thread; to tie or fasten with a string

Example

She tied the package with a string.

彼女はパッケージを糸で結びました。

B1 adjective ˈkrɪtɪkəl

critical

重大な

Meaning

Extremely important; at a point of crisis or urgency.

Example

Addressing critical issues in education is imperative.

教育の重大な問題に対処することは不可欠です。

B1 noun /ˈlaɪtɪŋ/

lighting

照明

Meaning

the arrangement or use of light in a place; the act of providing light

Example

The lighting in the restaurant created a warm and cozy atmosphere.

レストランの照明は、暖かく快適な雰囲気を作り出しました。

B1 adjective ɪˈməʊʃənl

emotional

感情的

Meaning

Having feelings that are easily excited and openly displayed.

Example

Visiting the burial site made him emotional.

埋葬地を訪れることで彼は感情的になった。

B1 noun /ˈdʒuː.ni.ər/

Junior

ジュニア; 初心者; 下位

Meaning

a person who is younger or lower in rank than someone else; relating to young people

Example

The junior employee was eager to learn from senior colleagues.

ジュニア社員はシニアの同僚から学びたがっていました。

B1 noun /ˈkæbɪn/

cabin

キャビン

Meaning

a small shelter or house, often made of wood in a remote area

Example

They spent the weekend in a cozy cabin in the mountains.

彼らは山中の快適なキャビンで週末を過ごしました。

B1 noun /seɪlz/

sales

Meaning

activities related to selling products or services

Example

The company saw a significant increase in sales during the holiday season.

B1 noun /ʃel/

Shell

殻

Meaning

hard outer covering of an animal; explosive projectile for a gun

Example

The artillery fired a shell at the enemy position.

砲兵は敵の陣地に弾丸を発射しました。

B1 verb /riˈækt/

react

反応する

Meaning

to respond or behave in a particular way to something

Example

She reacted angrily when she heard the news.

彼女はニュースを聞いて怒って反応した。

B1 noun ˈstrʌk.tʃər

structure

構造

Meaning

The arrangement of and relations between the parts or elements of something complex.

Example

The structure is designed for safety and functionality.

構造は安全性と機能性のために設計されています。

B1 verb /bæn/

ban

禁止する

Meaning

to officially forbid something; to prohibit

Example

The government banned smoking in public places.

政府は公共の場所での喫煙を禁止した。

B1 noun /ˌprezənˈteɪʃən/

presentation

プレゼンテーション

Meaning

The manner or style in which something is given, offered, or displayed.

Example

The presentation of the new product was well received.

新しい製品のプレゼンテーションはよく受け入れられました。

B1 noun /broʊˈʃʊr/

brochure

パンフレット

Meaning

a small booklet or pamphlet containing information or advertising

Example

The travel agent gave us a brochure about the holiday package.

旅行代理店は休暇パッケージについてのパンフレットをくれました。

B1 noun /wɜːrm/

Worm

ミミズ

Meaning

a long, soft-bodied invertebrate animal that lives in soil

Example

The bird caught a worm from the garden soil.

鳥は庭の土からワームをつかまえました。

B1 noun /ˈtaʊər/

tower

塔

Meaning

a tall, narrow structure, often a part of a building

Example

The tower stood tall above the city.

塔は街の上に高くそびえていた。

B1 verb /kəˈmjuː.nɪ.keɪt/

communicate

Meaning

to share or exchange information, ideas, or feelings

Example

They used gestures to communicate across the noisy room.

B1 noun sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti

security

セキュリティ

Meaning

The state of being free from danger, threat, or loss.

Example

Food security is essential for human survival.

食料安全は人類の生存にとって不可欠です。

B1 noun /fæts/

fats

脂肪

Meaning

Essential macronutrients that provide energy, support cell growth, and protect organs while helping absorb vitamins.

Example

Healthy fats from nuts and avocados support brain function.

ナッツとアボカドから得られる健康的な脂肪は、脳機能をサポートします。

B1 noun /ˈmem.bə.ʃɪp/

membership

メンバーシップ

Meaning

The state of belonging to or being part of an organization or group.

Example

The country's membership in the organization marked 50 years.

その国の組織へのメンバーシップは50年を迎えました。

B1 noun/verb /ˈmætərz/

matters

問題 / 重要である

Meaning

important topics, concerns, or issues; as a verb, to be of importance or significance

Example

What she thinks really matters to me.

彼女が思うことは私にとって本当に重要です。

B1 noun /ˈproʊɡræmɪŋ/

programing

プログラミング

Meaning

the process of writing computer code to create software or applications

Example

He spends most of his time learning computer programming.

彼はコンピュータープログラミングを学ぶのにほとんどの時間を費やしています。

B1 noun /ˈɡɑːr.bɪdʒ/

Garbage

ゴミ; 廃棄物

Meaning

waste material; refuse or litter; something worthless or meaningless

Example

Please take out the garbage before the collection truck arrives tomorrow morning.

ゴミ収集車が明日の朝到着する前にゴミを出してください。

B1 noun /roʊˈmæns/

Romance

ロマンス

Meaning

a feeling of excitement and mystery associated with love; a love affair or relationship

Example

Their romance began when they met at the university library.

彼らの恋愛は、大学の図書館で出会ったときに始まった。

B1 noun ˈbaʊndəri

boundary

境界

Meaning

A line that marks the limits of an area; a dividing line.

Example

The river marks the boundary.

川が境界を示します。

B1 noun /ˈneɪʃən/

nation

国家

Meaning

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

Example

The nation celebrated its independence day with pride.

その国は独立記念日を誇りを持って祝いました。

B1 noun ˈem.fə.sɪs

emphasis

強調

Meaning

Special importance, value, or prominence given to something; stress laid on a particular point or aspect.

Example

The speaker placed emphasis on sustainable development.

スピーカーは持続可能な開発に強調を置きました。

B1 adverb /ˈrɒŋli/

wrongly

誤って

Meaning

in an incorrect or mistaken way; unfairly or unjustly

Example

He was wrongly accused of the crime.

彼はその犯罪で誤って非難された。

B1 noun /læk/

Lack

不足; 欠如

Meaning

the state of being without or not having enough of something; absence or shortage

Example

The lack of rain this summer has caused serious problems for farmers.

この夏の雨不足が農家に深刻な問題を引き起こしました。

B1 verb /trænsˈleɪt/

translate

翻訳する

Meaning

to express words or text in another language

Example

She can translate five languages.

彼女は五カ国語を翻訳できます。

B1 adverb /ˈkɒnstəntli/

Constantly

絶え間なく; 常に; 止まることなく

Meaning

continuously over a period of time; always; without stopping

Example

The baby was constantly crying throughout the night.

赤ちゃんは夜通し絶え間なく泣いていた。

B1 noun /ˌfɜːrst eɪd kɪt/

first aid kit

救急箱

Meaning

A collection of medical supplies for giving initial treatment in emergencies

Example

I always keep a first aid kit in my car for emergencies.

私は常に車に救急箱を置いて、緊急時に備えています。

B1 noun /ˈɑːrtwɜːrk/

artwork

アート作品

Meaning

a piece of art, such as a painting, sculpture, or drawing

Example

The gallery displayed an impressive artwork by a local artist.

ギャラリーは地元のアーティストによる印象的なアート作品を展示しました。

B1 noun /ˈprɛər/

prayer

祈り

Meaning

a solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to God or another deity

Example

She recited a prayer before the meal.

彼女は食事の前に祈りを捧げました。

B1 adjective /ɪkˈspɪəriənst/

experienced

経験豊富な

Meaning

having knowledge or skill in a particular field gained through experience

Example

She is an experienced teacher who knows how to handle difficult students.

彼女は経験豊富な教師で、困難な生徒を扱う方法を知っています。

B1 noun /swɒn/

Swan

白鳥

Meaning

a large waterbird with a long curved neck and usually white plumage

Example

The elegant swan glided silently across the water.

優雅な白鳥が水面を静かに滑っていきました。

B1 noun /dɒt/

dot

点

Meaning

a small round mark or spot

Example

She drew a red dot on the paper.

彼女は紙に赤い点を描きました。

B1 noun /ɪɡˈzɪs.təns/

Existence

存在

Meaning

the fact or state of living or having objective reality; being alive

Example

Scientists are searching for evidence of life's existence on other planets.

科学者たちは他の惑星で生命の存在の証拠を探しています。

B1 noun /ˈwiːltʃeər/

wheelchair

車椅子

Meaning

a chair with wheels, used by people who cannot walk easily or at all

Example

The hospital provided a wheelchair for the injured patient.

病院は怪我をした患者のために車椅子を提供した。

B1 adjective /rɔː/

Raw

生の; 処理されていない; 自然な状態で; 未熟な

Meaning

uncooked; not processed; in natural state; inexperienced

Example

The chef prefers to use raw vegetables in his salads.

シェフはサラダに生野菜を使うのが好きです。

B1 adjective /ˌwel bɪˈheɪvd/

Well-behaved

行儀が良い

Meaning

conducting oneself in a proper and polite manner; showing good manners

Example

The children were well-behaved during the ceremony.

儀式の間、子供たちは行儀が良かった。

B1 noun /ɪkˈsep.ʃən/

Exception

例外

Meaning

a person or thing that is excluded from a general statement or does not follow a rule

Example

Most students passed the exam, with the exception of a few who were absent.

ほとんどの学生は試験に合格しましたが、例外的に数人の欠席者がいました。

B1 verb /dɪˈlɪvər/

deliver

届ける

Meaning

to bring or hand over something to the intended recipient

Example

The courier will deliver the package tomorrow.

宅配便は明日荷物を届けます。

B1 noun /ˈspeʃəlɪst/

Specialist

専門家

Meaning

a person who has specialized knowledge or training in a particular area; an expert

Example

She consulted a heart specialist about her condition.

彼女は自分の状態について心臓専門医に相談しました。

B1 verb /ˈbɔːrdɪŋ/

boarding

搭乗

Meaning

Getting on or into a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle.

Example

The explorers were boarding the ship at the port.

探検家たちは港で船に乗り込んでいた。

B1 noun /ˈælkəhɒl/

alcohol

Meaning

A colorless volatile liquid that is the intoxicating constituent of wine, beer, spirits, and other drinks.

Example

Too much alcohol can damage your liver.

B1 noun /ˈtʃɪl.i/

Chilly/Chilli

寒い; 辛い唐辛子;

Meaning

noticeably cold; a hot-tasting pod of a variety of capsicum, used as a spice

Example

The chef added red chilli to make the curry spicier.

シェフはカレーを辛くするために赤いチリを加えました。

B1 noun /hoʊst/

Host

ホスト; ゲストを迎える人; 多くのもの

Meaning

a person who receives or entertains other people as guests; a large number of things

Example

The gracious host welcomed all the guests with warm smiles and refreshments.

親切なホストは、温かい笑顔と飲み物でゲストを迎えました。

B1 noun /ˈpɑr.səl/

Parcel

小包; 土地の一区画

Meaning

an object or collection of objects wrapped in paper for carrying or sending by mail; a piece of land

Example

The postman delivered a parcel to our door.

郵便配達員が私たちのドアに小包を届けました。

B1 adjective /ɪnkəˈrɛkt/

incorrect

間違い

Meaning

not correct or accurate

Example

The information you provided was incorrect.

あなたが提供した情報は間違っていました。

B1 adjective /ˈdɪstənt/

Distant

遠い

Meaning

far away in space or time; remote

Example

We could see a distant mountain on the horizon.

私たちは地平線に遠くの山を見ることができました。

B1 noun /ˈsɜːdʒəri/

surgery

Meaning

a medical procedure involving the cutting of the body to treat a condition

Example

She underwent surgery to remove the tumor.

B1 noun /ˈkɒtɪdʒ/

cottage

小屋

Meaning

a small simple house, typically in the countryside

Example

They spent their vacation in a cozy cottage by the lake.

彼らは湖のそばの快適な小屋で休暇を過ごしました。

B1 noun /dɪˈpɑː.tʃər/

Departure

出発

Meaning

the action of leaving, especially to start a journey; a deviation from an established course

Example

The departure of the train was delayed by thirty minutes due to technical issues.

列車の出発は技術的な問題で30分遅れました。

B1 noun /fəˈsɪl.ɪ.ti/

facility

施設

Meaning

A place, amenity, or piece of equipment provided for a particular purpose.

Example

The facility was well-maintained.

施設はよく管理されていました。

B1 verb /rɪˈdʒekt/

reject

拒否する

Meaning

to refuse to accept or consider something

Example

The committee decided to reject the proposal.

委員会は提案を拒否することに決めました。

B1 verb /kənˈkluːd/

conclude

締めくくる

Meaning

to bring to an end; to decide or determine after consideration

Example

We will conclude the meeting at five o'clock.

私たちは五時に会議を締めくくります。

B1 verb meɪnˈteɪn

maintain

維持する

Meaning

To keep in good condition; to preserve or sustain.

Example

Maintaining discipline in educational institutions is crucial.

教育機関での規律を維持することは重要です。

B1 verb kleɪmz

claims

命を奪う

Meaning

To take someone's life, to cause death

Example

Workplace pollution claims thousands of lives annually.

職場の汚染は毎年何千もの命を奪います。

B1 noun prəˈtek.ʃən

protection

保護

Meaning

The action of protecting someone or something, or the state of being protected.

Example

The movement focused on the protection of rights.

運動は権利の保護に集中しました。

B1 adverb /ʌnˈfɔːrtʃənətli/

Unfortunately

残念ながら

Meaning

used to express regret or disappointment about something

Example

Unfortunately, the weather was bad for our picnic.

残念ながら、私たちのピクニックには天気が悪かった。

B1 noun ˈwɔː.mɪŋ

warming

温暖化

Meaning

The process of becoming warmer; an increase in temperature.

Example

Warming is accelerating due to greenhouse gases.

温室効果ガスの影響で、ウォーミングが加速しています。

B1 adjective /ˈhoʊpfəl/

Hopeful

希望に満ちた

Meaning

feeling or inspiring optimism about a future event; confident; optimistic

Example

He remained hopeful despite the challenges.

彼は挑戦にもかかわらず希望を持ち続けました。

B1 verb /tɔs/

toss

軽く投げる

Meaning

To throw something lightly or casually; to move or turn suddenly.

Example

He tossed the keys onto the table.

彼は鍵をテーブルに投げた。

B1 noun ˈplænɪŋ

planning

計画

Meaning

The process of making plans for something; the control of urban development by a local government authority.

Example

Effective planning ensures better waste management.

効果的な計画は、より良い廃棄物管理を保証します。

B1 noun /ˈriː.dʒən/

Region

地域; 区域; 地帯

Meaning

a particular area or part of a country or the world

Example

This region is famous for its wine production.

この地域はワイン生産で有名です。

B1 verb /kənˈvɪns/

convince

納得させる

Meaning

to make someone believe or feel certain about something

Example

She convinced him to attend the meeting.

彼女は彼に会議に参加するように納得させた。

B1 noun /ˈdʒɛntəlmən/

gentleman

紳士

Meaning

a man who is polite, courteous, and honorable

Example

He opened the door for her like a true gentleman.

彼は本物の紳士のように彼女のためにドアを開けた。

B1 adjective /draɪd/

dried

乾燥

Meaning

without moisture; preserved by removing water

Example

She added some dried flowers to the vase for decoration.

彼女は装飾のために花瓶に乾燥した花を加えた。

B1 noun /ˈdɛdˌlaɪnz/

deadlines

締め切り

Meaning

The latest time or date by which something should be completed.

Example

Setting deadlines helps finish tasks.

締め切りを設定することでタスクを終わらせるのに役立ちます。

B1 noun /ˈʃæd.oʊ/

Shadow

影

Meaning

a dark area where light is blocked by something; a person's silhouette

Example

The tree cast a long shadow across the garden in the evening.

木は夕方に庭に長い影を投げかけた。

B1 noun /ˈjuːnjən/

Union

連合

Meaning

the action of joining or combining; a political unit formed from separate states

Example

The union of the two companies created a powerful corporation.

二つの企業の連携が強力な企業を作り出しました。