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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 noun /paʊtʃ/

pouch

ポーチ
Meaning
a small bag or pocket, often used to carry small items
Example
She kept her coins in a small leather pouch.
彼女は小さな革のポーチにコインを入れていました。
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 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 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 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 adjective /pəˈθet.ɪk/

Pathetic

哀れな; 惨めな
Meaning
arousing pity; extremely poor or inadequate
Example
His pathetic attempt to apologize made things worse.
彼の悲惨な謝罪の試みは事態をさらに悪化させた。
B2 noun /ˈpriː.tɛns/ or /prɪˈtɛns/

pretense

仮面, 偽装
Meaning
A false appearance or claim; an act of pretending.
Example
His kindness was only a pretense to gain trust.
彼の優しさは信頼を得るための単なる仮面だった。
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 /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 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 adjective /ˈprɪm.ɪ.tɪv/

Primitive

原始的; 基本的; 粗野; 未発達; 単純
Meaning
ancient; basic; crude; undeveloped; simple
Example
The tribe still uses primitive tools for hunting and farming.
部族は狩猟と農業のために未開の道具を使用し続けています。
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 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 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 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 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 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 noun prəˈɡreʃ.ən

progression

進展
Meaning
The process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state.
Example
Progression in technology drives innovation.
技術の進展はイノベーションを促進する。
B2 adjective /ˈpleɪfəl/

playful

遊び好きな, 活発な
Meaning
full of fun and high spirits; lively
Example
The puppy was very playful, running around the garden.
子犬はとても遊び好きで、庭を走り回っていました。
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 /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 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 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 verb /ˈprɒsɪkjuːt/

prosecute

起訴する
Meaning
to institute legal proceedings against someone
Example
The lawyer decided to prosecute the case after gathering sufficient evidence.
弁護士は十分な証拠を集めた後、訴訟を起こすことを決めました。
B2 adjective /ˈpraɪs.ləs/

Priceless

無価値な; 計り知れない価値がある
Meaning
extremely valuable; invaluable; beyond price
Example
Her grandmother's antique jewelry is absolutely priceless.
彼女の祖母の古代の宝石は絶対に無価値だ。
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 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 /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 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 /pəˈluː.tɪd/

polluted

汚染された
Meaning
Contaminated with harmful or poisonous substances.
Example
Polluted air causes severe health problems.
汚染された空気は深刻な健康問題を引き起こします。
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 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 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 /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 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 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 /saɪˈkaɪətrɪst/

psychiatrist

精神科医
Meaning
a medical doctor specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness
Example
The psychiatrist prescribed medication for the patient’s anxiety.
精神科医は患者の不安に対して薬を処方しました。
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 verb /poʊz/

pose

幸せ
Meaning
To assume a particular position, especially for a photograph or display; to present a problem or question.
Example
She posed for a picture in front of the monument.
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。
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 noun /ˈfɪzɪsɪst/

physicist

物理学者
Meaning
a scientist who studies or specializes in physics
Example
The physicist explained the theory of relativity to the students.
物理学者は学生たちに相対性理論を説明しました。
B2 noun/verb /pɜːrk/

perk

特典
Meaning
A benefit or advantage associated with a job; or to become more lively or cheerful.
Example
One of the perks of working here is free lunch every Friday.
ここで働くことの特典の一つは、毎週金曜日に無料ランチが提供されることです。
B2 noun /ˈfoʊ.bi.ə/

Phobia

極端な恐怖; 嫌悪
Meaning
an extreme or irrational fear of or aversion to something
Example
She has a phobia of spiders.
彼女はクモに対してフォビアがあります。
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 /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 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 /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 /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 /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 ˌprɒd.ʌkˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

productivity

生産性
Meaning
The effectiveness of productive effort, especially in industry, as measured in terms of the rate of output per unit of input.
Example
Improved irrigation boosts productivity.
改善された灌漑は生産性を向上させる。
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 /pætʃ/

Patch

パッチ
Meaning
a small piece of material used to mend a hole; a small area of something different
Example
She sewed a patch over the hole in her jeans.
彼女はジーンズの穴にパッチを縫い付けました。
B2 verb /ˈpenɪtreɪt/

penetrate

貫通する
Meaning
to go into or through something; to understand something deeply
Example
The bullet penetrated the wall.
弾丸は壁を貫通した。
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 /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 /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 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 /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 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 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 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 /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 /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 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 /ˌprɒb.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Probability

確率
Meaning
the likelihood that something will happen; a mathematical measure of how likely something is to occur
Example
There is a high probability of rain tomorrow.
明日は高い確率で雨が降るでしょう。
B2 noun /prəˈsiːdɪŋ/

proceeding

手続き
Meaning
a course of action; often used for a legal process or event
Example
The court proceedings lasted for several hours.
裁判所の手続きは数時間続きました。
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 noun /ˈpɛbl/

pebble

小石
Meaning
a small smooth stone found on beaches or rivers
Example
He threw a pebble into the pond and watched the ripples.
彼は小石を池に投げ入れて、波を見ていました。
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 /ˈpæs.taɪm/

Pastime

余暇
Meaning
an activity done regularly for enjoyment; a hobby or recreational activity
Example
Reading books is her favorite pastime during weekends.
読書は週末の彼女のお気に入りの余暇活動です。
B2 adjective /ˈprɒb.ə.bəl/

Probable

可能性がある
Meaning
likely to happen; expected; plausible
Example
It is probable that it will rain tomorrow according to the weather forecast.
天気予報によると、明日は雨が降る可能性が高いです。
B2 verb /pʌmp/

pump

ポンプする
Meaning
to force liquid or gas to move in a particular direction using a device
Example
They pumped water from the well into the tank.
彼らは井戸からタンクに水をポンプしました。
B2 noun /pænˈdɛmɪk/

pandemic

パンデミック
Meaning
An outbreak of a disease that occurs on a global scale.
Example
The COVID-19 pandemic changed the world dramatically.
COVID-19パンデミックは世界を劇的に変えました。
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 verb /ˈpiːtər/

peter

次第に弱まる
Meaning
to diminish gradually and come to an end; to fade or dwindle away
Example
The excitement of the event began to peter out after a few hours.
イベントの興奮は数時間後に次第に収束し始めた。
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 adjective /ˈprɛsɪŋ/

pressing

緊急
Meaning
Requiring immediate attention or urgent action.
Example
The manager had to deal with several pressing issues at once.
マネージャーは同時にいくつかの緊急の問題に対処しなければならなかった。
B2 adjective /ˌpɑːrləˈmɛntri/

parliamentary

議会の
Meaning
relating to a parliament or its members; relating to a system of government with parliamentary authority
Example
The country follows a parliamentary form of government.
その国は議会制の政府を採用している。
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 /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 /ˈfoʊni/

phony

偽りの, 嘘の
Meaning
not genuine; fraudulent or insincere
Example
He gave a phony smile to hide his true feelings.
彼は本当の気持ちを隠すために偽りの笑顔を見せた。
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 /ˈpleɪsmənt/

placement

配置または割り当て
Meaning
the act of putting something or someone in a particular position or job
Example
The company arranged job placement for the graduates.
会社は卒業生のために就職先を手配しました。
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 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 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 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 /ˈpær.ə.daɪs/

Paradise

楽園; 完璧な幸せの場所や状態; 理想的な場所
Meaning
heaven; a place or state of perfect happiness; an ideal or perfect place
Example
The tropical island was like paradise for the tourists.
トロピカルアイランドは観光客にとって楽園のようでした。
B2 noun /ˈpɪt.ʃər/

Pitcher

ピッチャー, 水差し
Meaning
a large container with a handle and spout used for storing and pouring liquids
Example
The water pitcher on the table was filled with ice-cold lemonade.
テーブルの上の水差しは氷冷たくてレモネードが入っていた。
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 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 /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 adjective /prɛsˈtɪdʒəs/

prestigious

名誉ある
Meaning
having a high reputation; respected
Example
Harvard University is one of the most prestigious universities in the world.
ハーバード大学は世界で最も名誉ある大学の一つです。
B2 noun /præŋk/

prank

いたずら
Meaning
A trick that is intended to be funny but not harmful.
Example
They played a harmless prank on their friend during the party.
彼らはパーティーで友達と無害ないたずらをしました。
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 /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 noun /fɪˈzɪʃən/

physician

医師
Meaning
a person qualified to practice medicine; a doctor
Example
The physician prescribed some medicine to treat the condition.
医師はその状態を治療するために薬を処方しました。
B2 adverb /pəˈlɪtɪkəli/

politically

政治的に
Meaning
in a way that relates to politics or government
Example
The country is politically divided between two major parties.
その国は二つの主要な政党の間で政治的に分裂しています。
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 adjective ˌpriːhɪˈstɒrɪk

prehistoric

先史時代の, 書かれた記録の前の時間
Meaning
Belonging to the time before written records.
Example
The prehistoric era was marked by the rise of early humans.
先史時代は初期の人類の台頭によって特徴付けられました。
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 /ˈpɪl.ɡrɪm/

Pilgrim

巡礼者; 旅行者
Meaning
a person who journeys to a sacred place for religious reasons; a traveler
Example
The pilgrim walked for days to reach the holy shrine.
巡礼者は聖なる神殿に到達するために何日も歩きました。
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 adjective /ˈplɛʒərəbl/

pleasurable

楽しませる、快適な
Meaning
giving pleasure or enjoyment
Example
Reading a good book is a pleasurable activity.
良い本を読むことは楽しい活動です。
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 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 /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 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 verb /piːp/

peep

覗く
Meaning
to look quickly or secretly; to make a short high sound
Example
The child tried to peep through the keyhole.
子供は鍵穴から覗こうとした。
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 noun /ˈpeə.rən.tɪŋ/

parenting

育児
Meaning
The care and training a child receives while growing up, involving the development of their mental, physical, and social aspects.
Example
Effective parenting helps children develop confidence and independence.
効果的な育児は、子供たちが自信と独立心を育むのを助けます。
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 noun /ˈpes.ə.mɪst/

Pessimist

悲観主義者
Meaning
a person who tends to see the worst aspect of things or believes that the worst will happen; someone who lacks hope or confidence in the future
Example
Being a pessimist, he always expected the worst outcome.
悲観主義者として、彼はいつも最悪の結果を期待していました。
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 /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 adjective /ˌpeɪ.triˈɑː.tɪk/

Patriotic

愛国的な
Meaning
showing love for one's country
Example
The patriotic citizens celebrated Independence Day with great enthusiasm.
愛国的な市民たちは独立記念日を大きな熱意で祝いました。
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 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 adjective /ˈpɔɪn.tɪd/

Pointed

鋭い; 直接的で明確な
Meaning
having a sharp end; direct and unambiguous
Example
She made a pointed remark about his behavior.
彼女は彼の行動について鋭いコメントをしました。