B2 adjective /ˌpriːməˈtjʊər/

premature

早すぎる

Meaning

Happening or done before the usual or proper time.

Example

His decision to quit the job was premature.

彼の仕事を辞める決断は早すぎた。

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 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 adjective ˌprəʊˈæk.tɪv

proactive

積極的

Meaning

Taking action by causing change and not only reacting to change when it happens.

Example

Proactive strategies are needed to combat scarcity.

不足に対処するために積極的な戦略が必要です。

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 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 /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 /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 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 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 /ˈfɪʃ.ɪŋ/

phishing

詐欺による情報盗取

Meaning

The fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information.

Example

Phishing emails often trick people into revealing passwords.

フィッシングメールは、しばしば人々をだましてパスワードを明かさせます。

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 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 adverb /pɪˈkju:.li.ə.li/

Peculiarly

奇妙に; 異常に

Meaning

in a strange or unusual way; in a manner that is distinctive or characteristic

Example

She dressed peculiarly for the formal dinner, wearing bright colors and unusual patterns.

彼女はフォーマルディナーのために、明るい色と珍しい柄の服を着て、特異な方法でドレスアップしました。

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 /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 adverb /ˈpraɪ.vət.li/

Privately

個人的に; 内密に

Meaning

in a private manner; without others present; confidentially

Example

She spoke to him privately about the matter.

彼女はその問題について彼と個人的に話しました。

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 /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 /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 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, 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 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 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 adjective /ˈpæn.ɪ.ki/

Panicky

パニック状態の; 不安と恐怖を示す

Meaning

feeling or showing panic; anxious and fearful

Example

The crowd became panicky when the fire alarm sounded.

火災警報が鳴ると群衆はパニックになった。

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 /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 /ˈpeɪ.ə.bəl/

Payable

支払期限

Meaning

required to be paid; owed as a debt

Example

The amount is payable within thirty days of the invoice date.

金額は請求書の日付から30日以内に支払期限となります。

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 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 noun /ˈpen neɪm/

Pen-name

ペンネーム

Meaning

a fictitious name used by an author instead of their real name; a pseudonym

Example

Mark Twain was the pen-name of Samuel Clemens.

マーク・トウェインはサミュエル・クレメンズのペンネームでした。

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 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 /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 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 /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 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 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 verb /plʌk/

pluck

摘む, 勇気を出す

Meaning

to take hold of and quickly remove; to gather courage or determination

Example

She plucked a flower from the garden.

彼女は庭から花を摘みました。

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 /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 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 /fɪˈlɒsəfə/

philosopher

哲学者

Meaning

a person engaged in the study of philosophy or in serious thinking about fundamental questions

Example

Socrates was a famous philosopher of ancient Greece.

ソクラテスは古代ギリシャの有名な哲学者でした。

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 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 /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 /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 noun /ˌprɒsɪˈkjuːʃən/

prosecution

起訴

Meaning

The act of bringing a criminal charge against someone and pursuing legal action in court.

Example

The prosecution presented strong evidence against the defendant.

起訴側は被告人に対して強力な証拠を提出しました。

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 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 /prɒkˈsɪmɪti/

proximity

接近

Meaning

Nearness in space, time, or relationship.

Example

The proximity of the school to her house made it convenient.

学校が彼女の家の近くにあるため、それは便利でした。

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 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 adjective prɪˈlɪm.ɪ.nər.i

preliminary

予備的な

Meaning

Denoting an action or event preceding or done in preparation for something fuller or more important.

Example

Preliminary steps are crucial before the main project.

主要なプロジェクトの前に、予備的なステップは非常に重要です。

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 /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 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 /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 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 /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 /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 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 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 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 /prɪˈskrɪpʃən/

prescription

処方箋

Meaning

A written order from a doctor for the preparation and administration of a medicine; also, a recommendation or authoritative rule.

Example

The doctor gave her a prescription for antibiotics.

医者は彼女に抗生物質の処方箋を出しました。

B2 verb /pruːn/

prune

剪定する

Meaning

to cut off unwanted parts of a plant or tree to help it grow better

Example

Gardeners prune the trees in spring to encourage growth.

庭師は春に木を剪定して成長を促進します。

B2 verb, noun, adjective /prɑːmpt/

prompt

促す / 迅速

Meaning

To cause someone to take action; done without delay.

Example

His speech prompted the audience to ask questions.

彼のスピーチは聴衆に質問を促しました。

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 noun ˈpɛs.tɪ.saɪdz

pesticides

農薬

Meaning

Substances used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.

Example

Excessive pesticides use can harm the environment.

過剰な農薬の使用は環境に害を及ぼす可能性があります。

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 /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 /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 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 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 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 /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 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 noun ˈpɛstɪˌsaɪd

pesticide

農薬

Meaning

A substance used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.

Example

The pesticide sprayed in the field killed the harmful insects.

畑に撒かれた農薬は有害な昆虫を殺しました。

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 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 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 /fəˈnɒmɪnən/

phenomenon

現象

Meaning

an observable event, fact, or occurrence, often unusual or remarkable

Example

The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon.

オーロラは自然現象です。

B2 noun ˈpeɪtriəˌtɪzəm

patriotism

愛国心

Meaning

The quality of being patriotic; devotion to and vigorous support for one's country.

Example

Victory Day reflects the patriotism of the entire nation.

勝利の日は国全体の愛国心を反映しています。

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 /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 /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 /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 /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 adverb /prɪˈzjuːməbli/

presumably

おそらく

Meaning

used to convey that something is assumed to be true though not known for certain

Example

Presumably, he forgot to send the email.

おそらく、彼はメールを送るのを忘れた。

B2 noun /ˈpæd.ɪŋ/

padding

クッション / 詰め物

Meaning

soft material added for comfort, protection, or to fill space

Example

The chair had extra padding for comfort.

椅子には快適さのために余分なパディングがありました。

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 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 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 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 /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 /plʌɡ/

plug

プラグ

Meaning

a device used to connect or block an opening

Example

She inserted the plug into the socket.

彼女はソケットにプラグを差し込みました。

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 /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 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 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 /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 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 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 /paʊtʃ/

pouch

ポーチ

Meaning

a small bag or pocket, often used to carry small items

Meaning

to touch someone or something gently, often to show affection or approval

Example

She gently patted the dog on its head.

B2 noun ˌpʌŋkˈtʃʊəlɪti

punctuality

時間厳守

Meaning

The quality of being on time; the habit of arriving or doing things at the agreed or proper time.

Example

Punctuality is a valued trait in professional settings.

時間厳守はプロフェッショナルな環境で重要な特性です。

B2 adjective /pɪˈkjuː.li.ər/

Peculiar

奇妙な; 異常な; 珍しい

Meaning

strange or odd; unusual; belonging exclusively to

Example

She has a peculiar way of speaking.

彼女は奇妙な話し方をしています。

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 /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 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 /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 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 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 /plænˈteɪʃən/

plantation

プランテーション

Meaning

a large area of land where crops are grown, often for commercial purposes

Example

The sugarcane plantation stretched for miles across the valley.

サトウキビのプランテーションは谷を越えて数マイルも広がっていました。

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。