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C2 adjective /ˌpriːtərˈnætʃərəl/

preternatural

超自然的
Meaning
Beyond what is normal or natural; extraordinary or supernatural.
Example
She had a preternatural ability to remain calm in any crisis.
彼女はどんな危機にも冷静に保つ超自然的な能力を持っていた。
C2 verb /poʊˈtɛnʃiˌeɪt/

potentiate

強化する
Meaning
To increase the power, effect, or likelihood of something.
Example
Caffeine can potentiate the effects of some medicines.
カフェインは一部の薬の効果を高めることができます。
B1 adjective /peɪl/

Pale

青白い; 淡い; 弱い
Meaning
having a light color; lacking brightness or vividness; weak or faint
Example
She looked pale after being sick for a week.
彼女は1週間病気で、青白く見えた。
C1 noun /fɪˈziːk/

physique

体格
Meaning
the form, size, and development of a person's body
Example
He has an athletic physique due to years of training.
彼は長年のトレーニングでアスリートのような体格を持っています。
C2 adjective /ˌpɪkəˈjuːn/

picayune

ささいな, 些細な
Meaning
of little value or importance; trivial
Example
He complained about the picayune details of the contract.
彼は契約の些細な詳細について不平を言っていました。
B1 noun freɪzɪz

phrases

フレーズ
Meaning
A small group of words standing together as a conceptual unit, typically forming a component of a clause.
Example
Learn common phrases for daily use.
日常的な使用のための一般的なフレーズを学びましょう。
C2 adjective /pɪˈskætɔːrɪəl/

piscatorial

釣りに関する
Meaning
relating to fishing or fishermen
Example
He has a deep knowledge of piscatorial techniques and fish species.
彼は釣りの技術と魚種について深い知識を持っています。
B1 noun /ˌpʌblɪˈkeɪʃən/

publication

出版
Meaning
the act of making something publicly known or available
Example
The publication of the report sparked a debate.
報告書の出版は議論を引き起こしました。
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。
B2 noun /pərˈsɪstəns/

persistence

粘り強さ
Meaning
the quality of continuing steadily despite problems or difficulties
Example
His persistence finally paid off when he got the job.
彼の粘り強さは最終的に報われ、仕事を得ることができました。
C2 noun /prɪˈsɛntɪmənt/

presentiment

予感
Meaning
An intuitive feeling about the future, especially of something bad about to happen.
Example
He had a strong presentiment that the plan would fail.
彼は計画が失敗するという強い予感を持っていた。
B2 adverb /pəˈtɛnʃəli/

potentially

潜在的に
Meaning
with the possibility of becoming something in the future
Example
This project is potentially a huge success.
このプロジェクトはポテンシャリー大きな成功になるかもしれません。
A1 adjective /ˈpɒs.ə.bəl/

Possible

可能
Meaning
able to be done or achieved; likely to happen; feasible
Example
It is possible to learn a new language at any age.
どの年齢でも新しい言語を学ぶことは可能です。
C2 noun /ˈpæsɪt/

Passet

カッテージチーズ
Meaning
Fresh cheese curds; cottage cheese made from curdled milk
Example
The cook prepared fresh passet by curdling warm milk with lemon juice.
料理人は温かい牛乳にレモン汁を加えて新鮮なカッテージチーズを作りました。
C1 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.njənt/

poignant

胸を打つ, 感動的
Meaning
evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret; deeply touching
Example
The movie's ending was so poignant that many in the audience were moved to tears.
映画のラストシーンは非常に感動的で、多くの観客が涙を流しました。
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。
C1 noun ˈprɒdʒ.ə.ni

progeny

子孫, 後継者, 後裔
Meaning
A descendant or the descendants of a person, animal, or plant; offspring.
Example
The philosopher's teachings have influenced many generations of progeny.
哲学者の教えは多くの世代の子孫に影響を与えました。
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 noun /pəˈnɪn.sjə.lə/

Peninsula

半島
Meaning
a piece of land that is almost completely surrounded by water but connected to the mainland
Example
The Korean Peninsula is located in East Asia.
朝鮮半島は東アジアに位置しています。
A2 verb /pruːv/

prove

証明する
Meaning
to show that something is true; to demonstrate
Example
The evidence will prove his innocence.
証拠は彼の無実を証明するだろう。
B1 noun /ˈfɑːrməsi/

pharmacy

薬局
Meaning
A place where medicinal drugs are prepared and sold.
Example
I went to the pharmacy to buy antibiotics.
私は抗生物質を買うために薬局に行きました。
C2 noun /ˈpɪnəs/

pinnace

小型の船
Meaning
a small boat, often carried by a larger ship
Example
The sailors used a pinnace to reach the shore.
船員たちは岸に到達するために小型の船を使いました。
C1 noun/verb /ˈprɛdɪkət/ (noun), /ˈprɛdɪkeɪt/ (verb)

predicate

述語 / 基づく
Meaning
noun: the part of a sentence that tells something about the subject; verb: to base or establish something on a particular idea
Example
His theory is predicated on sound research.
彼の理論は確かな研究に基づいています。
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。
B1 verb /ˈpʌzəl/

puzzle

パズル
Meaning
to confuse or perplex; to think hard about something
Example
The math problem will puzzle even the experts.
その数学の問題は、専門家をも困惑させるだろう。
A2 adjective /ˈpeɪ.ʃənt/

Patient

幸せ
Meaning
able to wait calmly; tolerant
Example
She was very patient with her young students.
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。
C2 noun /ˌprɪnsɪˈpæləti/

principality

公国
Meaning
a state ruled by a prince
Example
Monaco is a famous principality in Europe.
モナコはヨーロッパで有名な公国です。
C1 noun /ˈplɛθərə/

plethora

過剰な量
Meaning
an excessive amount of something
Example
She has a plethora of books on her shelf.
彼女の棚には過剰な量の本があります。
C1 noun /pərˈvɜr.sə.ti/

Perversity

頑固; 逆行;
Meaning
deliberate determination to behave in an unreasonable or unacceptable way; the quality of being contrary or obstinate
Example
His perversity in refusing help frustrated everyone.
彼のパーヴァーシティは、助けを断ることで皆を困らせた。
C2 noun /prəˈtɛktərət/

protectorate

保護国
Meaning
A state that is controlled and protected by another.
Example
The small country became a protectorate of the empire.
小さな国は帝国の保護国となった。
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。
C2 noun /ˈpætrɪˌmoʊni/

patrimony

遺産
Meaning
Property or inheritance passed down from one's father or ancestors.
Example
The castle was part of his patrimony from his noble ancestors.
その城は彼の貴族の先祖から受け継いだ遺産の一部でした。
B1 noun /ˈpæk.ɪt/

packet

パケット
Meaning
a small package or container holding items or information
Example
He bought a packet of biscuits from the shop.
彼は店でビスケットのパケットを買いました。
C2 adjective /prɪˈsɛnʃənt/

presentient

予感
Meaning
Having a feeling or sense of something about to happen; predictive.
Example
She was presentient of the coming disaster.
彼女は迫り来る災害を予感していた。
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 /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。
C2 noun /ˈpær.ɪ.saɪd/

parricide

親殺し
Meaning
The act of killing one's father, mother, or other close relative.
Example
The court tried him for parricide after the tragic incident.
悲劇的な事件の後、裁判所は彼を親殺しの罪で裁いた。
B2 noun fəˈnɒm.ɪ.nə

phenomena

現象
Meaning
Facts or situations that are observed to exist or happen, especially ones whose cause or explanation is in question.
Example
Phenomena like floods disrupt agricultural systems.
洪水のような現象は農業システムに影響を与える。
C2 adjective /pʌŋkˈtɪliəs/

punctilious

几帳面
Meaning
Showing great attention to detail or correct behavior.
Example
She was punctilious in her attention to etiquette.
彼女はマナーに対して非常に几帳面だった。
C1 verb /ˈpruːfˌriːd/

proofread

校正する
Meaning
to read written material and mark any errors
Example
She proofread the report before submission.
彼女は提出前にレポートを校正した。
C2 noun /ˌpɒl.iˈsɪl.ə.bəl/

polysyllable

多音節語
Meaning
a word with more than one syllable
Example
The word 'elephant' is a polysyllable because it has three syllables.
‘象’という言葉は、3つの音節があるので多音節語です。
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。
A2 noun /piːs/

peace

平和
Meaning
a state of tranquility or quiet, freedom from disturbance
Example
They hope for peace in the region.
彼らは地域での平和を望んでいます。
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。
C2 noun /ˈprɛʃəns/ or /ˈpriːʃəns/

prescience

予知
Meaning
the ability to know or predict what will happen in the future
Example
Her prescience about market trends saved the company.
彼女の市場動向に対する予見は会社を救った。
A1 noun /pɑːrk/

park

パーク
Meaning
a large public area of land with grass, trees, and paths, where people can walk or relax
Example
The children were playing in the park.
子供たちは公園で遊んでいました。
C2 noun, verb /ˌpæm.fləˈtɪər/

pamphleteer

パンフレットの著者
Meaning
a person who writes or distributes pamphlets, often to promote a political or social cause
Example
In the 18th century, many pamphleteers influenced public opinion.
18世紀には、多くのパンフレットの著者が公衆の意見に影響を与えました。
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。
C2 adjective /pəˈrɒnɪməs/

paronymous

同義語
Meaning
Words that are derived from the same root or sound alike.
Example
The words 'effect' and 'effective' are paronymous.
‘Effect’ と ‘Effective’ は同義語です。
C1 verb /praɪ/

pry

覗く / 口出しする
Meaning
to look closely into something; to try to find out private information
Example
She tried to pry into her neighbor’s private life.
彼女は隣人のプライベートな生活を覗こうとした。
C2 adjective /ˌfæntæzməˈɡɒrɪkəl/

phantasmagorical

幻想的な
Meaning
Having a fantastic, dreamlike, or surreal appearance, often shifting or illusory.
Example
The movie created a phantasmagorical vision of another world.
映画はもう一つの世界の幻想的なビジョンを作り出しました。
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。
C1 noun /ˈplæn.teɪn ˈflaʊ.ər/

Plantain flower

プランテンの花
Meaning
The flower bud of a banana plant, used as a vegetable in cooking
Example
We cooked plantain flower curry for dinner.
私たちは夕食にプランテンの花のカレーを作りました。
B1 adverb /praɪˈmɛrɪli/

primarily

主に
Meaning
for the most part; mainly
Example
She is primarily responsible for managing the finances.
彼女は主に財務の管理を担当しています。
C2 adjective /prɪˈhɛnsɪbəl/

prehensible

掴みやすい
Meaning
capable of being grasped or seized
Example
The tool has a prehensible handle that improves safety.
その道具には安全性を高めるために掴みやすいハンドルがあります。
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。
C2 adjective /ˌpaɪroʊˈtɛknɪk/

pyrotechnic

花火技術
Meaning
Relating to fireworks or spectacular displays involving fire.
Example
The city celebrated with a grand pyrotechnic display on New Year's Eve.
街は大晦日に盛大な花火技術のショーを祝いました。
C1 noun /ˈprɒvənəns/

provenance

出所
Meaning
The origin or source of something.
Example
The museum verified the provenance of the ancient manuscript.
博物館は古代の写本の出所を確認しました。
C1 noun /pɪˈtaɪə/

Pitaya / Dragon fruit

ドラゴンフルーツ
Meaning
a tropical fruit with bright pink or red skin and white flesh speckled with black seeds
Example
The pitaya has a mild, sweet flavor and a unique appearance.
ピタヤは、まろやかで甘い味とユニークな外見を持っています。
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。
C1 adjective /ˈpræk.tɪ.kə.bəl/

practicable

実行可能
Meaning
able to be done or put into practice successfully
Example
The plan is not practicable without more resources.
その計画はより多くのリソースがなければ実行不可能です。
C1 noun /ˈprɛljuːd/

prelude

前奏
Meaning
An action, event, or statement that serves as an introduction to something more important.
Example
The small fight was only a prelude to a bigger conflict.
小さな喧嘩はもっと大きな争いの前奏に過ぎなかった。
A2 verb /prəˈvaɪd/

provide

提供する
Meaning
to give or supply something that is needed or wanted
Example
The teacher will provide extra materials for the students.
教師は学生に追加の資料を提供するでしょう。
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 /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。
C2 noun /poʊˈzɜːr/

poseur

Meaning
A person who pretends to be something they are not, often to impress others.
Example
Many considered him a poseur because he exaggerated his accomplishments.
C1 verb /priːn/

preen

身だしなみを整える
Meaning
To groom or dress oneself with care; to show pride in one's appearance.
Example
She preened in front of the mirror before leaving for the party.
彼女はパーティーに出かける前に鏡の前で身だしなみを整えていた。
C2 verb /ˈproʊtjuːbəreɪt/

protuberate

膨らむ
Meaning
To swell out or bulge.
Example
The roots began to protuberate from the ground.
根は地面から膨らみ始めました。
C2 adjective /ˈpɛneɪt/

pennate

羽のような
Meaning
Having parts or structures arranged like a feather; feather-shaped.
Example
The fern has a pennate leaf structure.
シダ植物の葉の構造は羽のような形状です。
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。
C1 adjective /pɜːrt/

pert

生意気だけど魅力的
Meaning
attractively lively or cheeky in manner or style
Example
She gave a pert reply that made everyone laugh.
彼女はみんなを笑わせた生意気な返事をした。
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。
C2 noun /ˌpætrəˈnɪmɪk/

patronymic

父系姓
Meaning
a name derived from the name of a father or ancestor
Example
In many cultures, surnames are patronymic in origin.
多くの文化では、姓は父系姓に由来します。
B2 verb /pəˈreɪd/

parade

パレードする, 公開する
Meaning
to march in a procession; to display publicly; to show off
Example
The soldiers paraded through the streets on Independence Day.
独立記念日に兵士たちが通りでパレードした。
C2 noun /ˈpɔːpərɪzəm/

pauperism

貧困
Meaning
The state of being extremely poor.
Example
The country struggled with rising pauperism in the 19th century.
その国は19世紀に増大する貧困と戦っていました。
C2 adjective /prɪˈzʌmptɪv/

presumptive

推定
Meaning
Based on probability or assumption rather than proof.
Example
She is the presumptive nominee for the party.
彼女はその党の推定候補者です。
C1 noun /ˈpraɪ.mər/ (US), /ˈprɪm.ər/ (UK)

primer

入門書, 下塗り
Meaning
A basic introductory book or a substance used to prepare a surface for painting.
Example
He read a primer on programming before starting his course.
彼はコースを始める前にプログラミングの入門書を読みました。
C2 noun /ˈpætrɪsaɪd/

patricide

父殺し
Meaning
The act of killing one's own father.
Example
The ancient myth describes a son committing patricide to take the throne.
古代の神話は、王位を取るために父殺しをした息子を描いています。
C1 noun /pərˈvɜːrʒən/

perversion

歪曲
Meaning
The act of distorting or corrupting the original meaning, purpose, or state of something.
Example
The regime’s censorship was seen as a perversion of free speech.
政権の検閲は、自由な言論の歪曲と見なされていました。
C1 noun /ˈpɒpjʊlɪst/

populist

ポピュリストのリーダー
Meaning
A politician or person who seeks to appeal to ordinary people who feel their concerns are ignored by elites.
Example
The populist leader promised to put the needs of common citizens first.
ポピュリストのリーダーは、一般市民のニーズを最優先すると約束しました。
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。
C1 noun ˈpær.ə.daɪm

paradigm

パラダイム
Meaning
A typical example or pattern of something; a model or framework for understanding or approaching something.
Example
The paradigm of education is changing with digital technology.
教育のパラダイムはデジタル技術によって変化しています。
C2 noun /ˈpæn.θi.ɪ.zəm/

pantheism

汎神論
Meaning
The belief that God and the universe are identical, or that everything is a manifestation of God.
Example
Spinoza’s philosophy is often associated with pantheism.
スピノザの哲学はしばしば汎神論と関連付けられます。
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 /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。
B1 noun /ˈpraɪ.və.si/

Privacy

プライバシー
Meaning
the state of being alone and not watched or disturbed by other people; the right to keep your personal information secret
Example
Everyone has the right to privacy.
誰でもプライバシーを持つ権利があります。
C2 noun /pɪˈlɑːf/

Pillaw

ピラフ
Meaning
a dish of rice cooked in seasoned broth, often with meat and vegetables
Example
We enjoyed a delicious chicken pillaw for dinner.
私たちは夕食に美味しいチキンピラフを楽しみました。
A2 adjective /ˈpriː.vi.əs/

Previous

前の
Meaning
occurring before in time or order; earlier; former
Example
I reviewed the previous chapter before starting the new one.
私は新しい章を始める前に前の章を復習しました。
C2 verb /ˈprɛsɪdʒ/

presage

予兆
Meaning
to be a sign or warning that something will happen; to foreshadow
Example
Dark clouds presage a storm.
暗い雲が嵐を予告する。
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 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。
C2 noun /pəˈnʌmbrə/

penumbra

部分的な影
Meaning
a partially shaded area around the shadow of an object, especially during an eclipse
Example
The moon’s penumbra created a dim shadow over the Earth.
月のペヌンブラが地球上に薄暗い影を作り出しました。
C2 adjective /ˈpʌdʒi/

pudgy

ぽっちゃり
Meaning
slightly fat or chubby in a way that is often cute
Example
The baby had pudgy cheeks that everyone adored.
その赤ちゃんは、みんなが愛したぽっちゃりしたほっぺたを持っていました。
C1 noun /ˌpiːdiˈætrɪks/

pediatrics

小児科
Meaning
the branch of medicine dealing with the health and medical care of children
Example
She decided to specialize in pediatrics after medical school.
彼女は医科大学を卒業後、小児科を専門にすることに決めました。
B2 noun /ˌproʊɪˈbɪʃən/

prohibition

禁止
Meaning
The act of forbidding something by law or authority.
Example
The government announced the prohibition of smoking in public places.
政府は公共の場での喫煙禁止を発表した。
C2 adjective /ˈprɪɡɪʃ/

priggish

道徳的で自己満足な
Meaning
self-righteously moralistic and superior
Example
He came across as priggish when correcting everyone's manners.
彼は皆のマナーを直すとき、プリギッシュに見えた。
C1 noun /ˈpærəbl/

parable

寓話
Meaning
A simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson.
Example
Jesus often taught using a parable to convey deeper truths.
イエスはしばしば深い真理を伝えるために寓話を使って教えていました。
C1 noun /ˈpæʃ.ən ˌflaʊ.ər/

Passion flower

パッションフラワー
Meaning
A climbing plant with intricate, colorful flowers; also refers to royal poinciana tree with red-orange blooms
Example
The passion flower vine covered the garden wall with beautiful blooms.
パッションフラワーのつるが美しい花で庭の壁を覆いました。
B1 verb pres

press

押す. 圧力。
Meaning
Exert force on (someone or something), typically with one's finger or hand, in order to move them away from oneself.
Example
Press firmly to operate the machine.
マシンを操作するためにしっかり押してください。
B1 noun ˈpɒl.ə.si

policy

方針
Meaning
A course or principle of action adopted or proposed by a government, party, business, or individual; a contract of insurance.
Example
Effective policies drive national development.
効果的な方針は国の発展を促進します。
B2 verb praɪˈɒraɪtaɪz

prioritize

優先する
Meaning
To designate or treat something as more important than other things
Example
Prioritize your tasks to stay efficient.
効率的に保つために、あなたのタスクを優先してください。
C2 adjective /pəˈrɛmptəri/

peremptory

強制的な
Meaning
Insisting on immediate attention or obedience, especially in a commanding way.
Example
The officer gave a peremptory order to evacuate the building.
その警官は建物を避難させるために強制的な命令を出した。
B1 adverb /ˈpɜːfɪktli/

perfectly

Meaning
in a perfect manner; without flaws
Example
She performed the task perfectly.
C2 noun /ˈpɪkəloʊ/

piccolo

小さなフルート
Meaning
a small flute, higher in pitch than the regular flute
Example
She played a lively tune on the piccolo during the concert.
彼女はコンサートでピッコロを使って活気のあるメロディを演奏しました。
B2 verb /prəˈhɪbɪt/

prohibit

禁止する
Meaning
to forbid something by law, rule, or other authority
Example
The law prohibits smoking in public places.
法律は公共の場所での喫煙を禁止しています。
C2 adjective /pɒnˈtɪfɪkəl/

pontifical

教皇または司教に関連する; 傲慢または高慢な
Meaning
relating to a pope or bishop; pompous or self-important
Example
His pontifical manner annoyed the other members of the committee.
彼の高慢な態度は委員会の他のメンバーを困らせた。
C2 noun /ˈproʊbɪti/

probity

誠実
Meaning
The quality of having strong moral principles; honesty and decency.
Example
The judge was admired for his integrity and probity.
その裁判官は、誠実さと正直さで賞賛されました。
C1 noun /ˈpær.ət biːk/

Parrot Beak

パロットビーク
Meaning
a climbing plant with curved red and orange flowers resembling a parrot's beak
Example
The parrot beak flower's unique curved shape makes it a fascinating addition to any garden.
パロットビークの花はユニークな曲線を持っており、どんな庭にも魅力的な追加要素となります。
C1 adjective /pərˈvɜːrs/

perverse

倒錯
Meaning
showing a deliberate desire to behave in a way that is unreasonable, contrary, or unacceptable
Example
He took a perverse pleasure in upsetting his colleagues.
彼は同僚を困らせることに倒錯した喜びを感じていた。
C2 noun /ˌfoʊ.nəˈlɑː.dʒi/

phonology

音韻論
Meaning
the study of the sound system of a language
Example
She is studying phonology to understand how sounds function in English.
彼女は英語で音がどのように機能するかを理解するために音韻論を勉強しています。
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。
C2 adjective /ˈprɒɡnəθəs/

prognathous

前突顎骨
Meaning
Having jaws that project forward beyond the rest of the face.
Example
The fossil displayed a distinctly prognathous skull structure.
化石は明確に前突顎骨の構造を示していた。
B2 noun pəˈluː.tənts

pollutants

汚染物質
Meaning
A substance that pollutes or contaminates the environment.
Example
Pollutants contribute to environmental degradation.
汚染物質は環境劣化を引き起こします。
C2 adjective /ˈpɔːntʃi/

paunchy

ぽっこりお腹
Meaning
Having a large or protruding belly.
Example
The paunchy man struggled to button his shirt.
ぽっこりお腹の男はシャツのボタンを留めるのに苦労していた。
C1 adjective /ˌpɛd.əˈɡɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

pedagogical

教育的
Meaning
Relating to teaching and education; concerned with the methods and practice of teaching.
Example
The school adopted new pedagogical techniques to improve learning.
学校は学習を改善するために新しい教育的技術を採用しました。
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 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。
C1 adjective /ˈpɜːrtɪnənt/

pertinent

関連する
Meaning
Relevant or applicable to a particular matter.
Example
She asked a pertinent question during the meeting.
彼女は会議中に関連する質問をしました。
C2 adjective /ˌpɜːrtɪˈneɪʃəs/

pertinacious

頑固な
Meaning
holding firmly to an opinion, purpose, or course of action; stubbornly persistent
Example
The pertinacious lawyer refused to give up the case.
頑固な弁護士は事件を諦めることを拒否しました。
C1 noun /pərˈveɪər/

purveyor

Meaning
a person or business that supplies goods, services, or information
Example
He is a well-known purveyor of fine wines.
C1 noun /ˈpɛdlər/

peddler

行商
Meaning
a person who sells goods, often traveling from place to place
Example
The peddler walked through the village selling fresh fruits.
行商人は村を歩きながら、新鮮な果物を売っていました。