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B2 noun ˈskeə.sɪ.ti

scarcity

不足
Meaning
The state of being scarce or in short supply; shortage.
Example
Water scarcity threatens agriculture.
水不足が農業に脅威を与えている。
B2 adjective /nuːd/

nude

ヌード
Meaning
Wearing no clothes; naked.
Example
The artist painted a nude model.
アーティストはヌードモデルを描きました。
B2 noun /den/

Den

巣穴; 快適な部屋; 不法活動の場所
Meaning
a wild animal's lair or home; a small, comfortable room; a place for illegal activities
Example
The fox disappeared into its den when it sensed danger approaching.
キツネは危険が迫るのを感じて、巣穴に姿を消しました。
B2 noun/verb /ræft/

raft

筏
Meaning
A flat structure made of logs or planks tied together, used as a boat or floating platform; to travel or transport on such a structure.
Example
They built a raft to cross the river.
彼らは川を渡るために筏を作った。
B2 verb /ˈspɛkjʊˌleɪt/

speculate

推測する / 投資する
Meaning
To form a theory or guess without firm evidence; to invest in stocks, property, etc. hoping for profit.
Example
Experts speculate that the company may expand into new markets.
専門家は会社が新しい市場に進出する可能性があると予測しています。
B2 adverb dɪˈlɪb.ər.ət.li

deliberately

故意に
Meaning
Consciously and intentionally; on purpose.
Example
The actions were deliberately planned to cause harm.
行動は意図的に計画され、害を与えるために行われた。
B2 noun /ˈmɒdjuːl/

module

モジュール
Meaning
a self-contained unit of a course or system, typically part of a larger whole
Example
The module on machine learning was difficult but informative.
機械学習のモジュールは難しかったが、情報が豊富だった。
B2 noun /ˈtreɪ.tər/

Traitor

裏切り者
Meaning
a person who betrays someone or something, such as a friend, cause, or principle
Example
The spy was branded a traitor to his country after being caught.
スパイは捕まった後、国を裏切った者としてレッテルを貼られました。
B2 verb /ɪnˈʃʊər/

insure

保険をかける
Meaning
to provide insurance; to make certain
Example
I need to insure my new car.
私は新しい車を保険に入れる必要があります。
B2 noun ডিজিটাল ডিটক্স

digital detox

デジタルデトックス
Meaning
A period of time during which a person refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones or computers, regarded as an opportunity to reduce stress or focus on social interaction in the physical world.
Example
A digital detox can help reduce hand fatigue.
デジタルデトックスは手の疲労を減らすのに役立ちます。
B2 noun /ɪɡˈzɔːstʃən/

exhaustion

疲労
Meaning
A state of extreme physical or mental fatigue.
Example
Chronic exhaustion can lead to burnout and decreased productivity.
慢性的な疲労は、バーンアウトや生産性の低下を引き起こす可能性があります。
B2 noun ˈnɒv.əl.ti

novelty

新規性
Meaning
The quality of being new, original, or unusual; a new or unfamiliar thing or experience.
Example
The novelty of the invention attracted investors.
発明の新規性が投資家を引き付けました。
B2 noun /ˈbætʃələr/

Bachelor

独身男性; 大学の学位を持つ人
Meaning
an unmarried man; a person who holds a first degree from a university
Example
He remained a bachelor all his life and earned a bachelor's degree in engineering.
彼は一生独身で、工学の学位を取得しました。
B2 noun /ˌhez.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

Hesitation

ためらい; 躊躇
Meaning
the action of pausing or delaying; uncertainty or unwillingness to act
Example
After a moment of hesitation, she decided to accept the challenging job offer from the company.
一瞬のためらいの後、彼女は会社からの挑戦的な仕事のオファーを受け入れることに決めました。
B2 verb /əˈkʌstəm/

accustom

慣れる
Meaning
to make someone familiar with something through regular experience or use
Example
It took him a while to accustom himself to the new environment.
新しい環境に慣れるのに少し時間がかかりました。
B2 adjective /ˈtaɪə.səm/

Tiresome

疲れる; 退屈な
Meaning
causing weariness or boredom; tedious
Example
The long lecture was tiresome and repetitive.
長い講義は疲れさせ、繰り返しが多かった。
B2 verb /ˈstrɛŋkθən/

strengthen

強化する
Meaning
To make or become stronger.
Example
Communication can strengthen bonds between people.
コミュニケーションは人々の間の絆を強化することができます。
B2 noun/verb /kəˈmjuː.tɪŋ/

commuting

通勤
Meaning
Regular travel to and from workplace, daily journey for work.
Example
He spends two hours commuting to work every day.
彼は毎日仕事に行くために2時間通勤します。
B2 noun kənˈtrækʃən

contraction

収縮
Meaning
The process of becoming smaller; a decrease in size or quantity.
Example
The economic contraction resulted in a rise in unemployment.
経済の収縮は失業率の上昇を招いた。
B2 adverb /əˈbrʌptli/

Abruptly

突然かつ予期せず; 予告なしに
Meaning
suddenly and unexpectedly; without warning
Example
The meeting ended abruptly when the power went out.
会議は電力が切れたときに突然終了しました。
B2 adjective /rɪˈspɒn.sɪv/

Responsive

反応が早い
Meaning
reacting quickly and positively; readily reacting to suggestions or changes
Example
The website is very responsive and loads quickly on all devices.
そのウェブサイトは非常にレスポンシブで、すべてのデバイスで迅速に読み込まれます。
B2 noun /tækˈseɪʃən/

taxation

課税
Meaning
The system of imposing and collecting taxes.
Example
Taxation is necessary for funding public services.
課税は公共サービスの資金調達に必要です。
B2 noun /ˈriːteɪlər/

retailer

小売業者
Meaning
a person or business that sells goods to consumers rather than to other businesses
Example
The retailer offers discounts on electronic products.
小売業者は電子製品に割引を提供しています。
B2 noun/verb /krɪˈtiːk/

critique

批評
Meaning
A detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, philosophical, or political theory; to evaluate critically.
Example
The professor asked the students to critique each other's essays.
教授は学生にお互いのエッセイを批評するように頼みました。
B2 verb /reɪd/

raid

踏み込む
Meaning
to attack suddenly; to search and seize
Example
Police raid the illegal gambling house.
警察は違法なギャンブルの家に踏み込む。
B2 noun /stɔːrk/

Stork

コウノトリ
Meaning
large wading bird with long legs and a long neck
Example
The stork built its nest on top of the tall chimney.
そのコウノトリは高い煙突の上に巣を作った。
B2 noun /æs/

Ass

ロバ
Meaning
a donkey; a small domesticated animal of the horse family
Example
The farmer used an ass to carry heavy loads.
農夫は重い荷物を運ぶためにロバを使いました。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈdɪvaɪdɪd/

Undivided

分割されていない; 完全な; 分けられていない
Meaning
whole; complete; not separated or split
Example
The team showed undivided attention to the coach's instructions.
チームはコーチの指示に対して分け隔てなく注意を示しました。
B2 verb /wiːv/

weave

織る
Meaning
to make cloth by interlacing threads; to move in and out
Example
She learned to weave beautiful carpets.
彼女は美しいカーペットを織ることを学びました。
B2 verb, noun, adjective /ˈɔːltərnət/ (adj, noun), /ˈɔːltərˌneɪt/ (verb)

alternate

交代、代替
Meaning
to occur in turn repeatedly; to take turns; also, a substitute or replacement
Example
The students alternate between online and offline classes.
学生たちはオンラインとオフラインのクラスを交互に受講します。
B2 noun /ræntʃ/

ranch

牧場
Meaning
a large farm where animals such as cattle or sheep are raised
Example
They own a huge cattle ranch in Texas.
彼らはテキサスで巨大な牧場を所有しています。
B2 noun /ɪˈfɛktɪvnəs/

effectiveness

効果
Meaning
the degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result.
Example
The effectiveness of the new policy is still being evaluated.
新しい政策の効果はまだ評価中です。
B2 noun ɪˌlɪm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən

elimination

排除
Meaning
The complete removal or destruction of something.
Example
The elimination of emissions is a priority.
排出の排除は優先事項です。
B2 noun /rɪˈfjuː.zəl/

Refusal

拒否; 拒絶
Meaning
the act of saying no to something or not accepting something
Example
His refusal to cooperate made the project more difficult.
彼の協力拒否はプロジェクトをさらに難しくした。
B2 noun /trəˈdɪʃ.ən.əl ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi/

traditional economy

伝統経済
Meaning
An economic system based on customs and traditions, often involving barter trade.
Example
Tribes still practice a traditional economy based on barter trade.
部族はまだ物々交換に基づいた伝統経済を実践しています。
B2 verb /pərˈsiːvd/

perceived

幸福
Meaning
to become aware of something through the senses or the mind; to understand or interpret
Example
She perceived a hint of sadness in his voice.
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 ˈsiːzənəl ˈvedʒtəbəlz

seasonal vegetables

季節の野菜
Meaning
Vegetables that grow during specific seasons or times of the year
Example
Seasonal vegetables grow abundantly in winter.
季節の野菜は冬に豊富に育ちます。
B2 noun /prəˈseʃ.ən/

Procession

行列; パレード;
Meaning
a group of people or vehicles moving forward in an organized way, especially as part of a ceremony
Example
The wedding procession walked slowly to the church.
結婚式の行列はゆっくりと教会に向かって歩きました。
B2 verb /riːˈɔːrɡənaɪz/

reorganize

再編成する
Meaning
to arrange something again in a different way for greater efficiency or order
Example
The manager decided to reorganize the team structure.
マネージャーはチームの構造を再編成することに決めました。
B2 adverb /ˈdʒenərəsli/

generously

惜しみなく
Meaning
in a kind, giving, or unselfish manner; in a plentiful or abundant way
Example
She generously donated money to help the poor.
彼女は貧しい人々を助けるために惜しみなくお金を寄付した。
B2 noun /æʃ/

ash

灰
Meaning
the powdery residue left after the burning of a substance
Example
After the fire, only ash remained of the house.
火事の後、家の灰だけが残った。
B2 verb /siːz/

seize

奪う
Meaning
To take hold of suddenly and forcibly.
Example
The police managed to seize the stolen goods.
警察は盗まれた商品を押収することに成功した。
B2 noun /ˈpæd.i/

Paddy

未加工の米; 稲田
Meaning
rice in its natural state before processing; a field where rice is grown
Example
The farmers worked hard in the paddy fields during harvest season.
農家は収穫の季節に稲田で懸命に働きました。
B2 noun /kɜːrd/

Curd

ヨーグルト
Meaning
a white dairy product made by coagulating milk; yogurt
Example
She added fresh curd to the salad for a tangy flavor.
彼女はサラダに新鮮なヨーグルトを加えて、酸味を与えました。
B2 adjective /slaɪ/

sly

ずるい / 狡猾
Meaning
Clever in a deceitful or cunning way.
Example
She gave him a sly smile.
彼女は彼にずるい笑顔を向けた。
B2 noun /ˈdʒɜːr.nəl/

Journal

ジャーナル
Meaning
a newspaper or magazine that deals with a particular subject; a daily record of events
Example
She kept a personal journal to record her thoughts and experiences.
彼女は自分の思考と経験を記録するために個人的なジャーナルを保っていた。
B2 adjective /bɪˈliːvəbl̩/

believable

信じられる
Meaning
Able to be trusted or accepted as true or reasonable.
Example
Her story was so detailed that it sounded believable.
彼女の話は非常に詳細で、信じられるように聞こえました。
B2 noun ˈkwɒlɪti sliːp

quality sleep

質の高い睡眠
Meaning
Deep and healthy sleep that is adequate and restorative, ensuring physical and mental well-being
Example
Quality sleep improves cognitive function and overall health.
質の高い睡眠は認知機能と全体的な健康を向上させます。
B2 noun /ɪnˈvɛstɪˌɡeɪtər/

investigator

幸福
Meaning
a person who carries out a formal inquiry or investigation
Example
The investigator gathered evidence from the crime scene.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸福を隠すことができませんでした。
B2 adjective /ˈaʊtˌɡoʊɪŋ/

outgoing

社交的
Meaning
Friendly and sociable; inclined to mix with others.
Example
He is an outgoing person who loves meeting new people.
彼は新しい人々と会うのが好きな社交的な人です。
B2 noun /ˈvel.vɪt/

Velvet

ベルベット
Meaning
a soft, luxurious fabric with a thick, short pile on one side
Example
The royal curtains were made of rich red velvet.
ロイヤルカーテンは豊かな赤いベルベットで作られていました。
B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈɡoʊ/

undergo

経験する
Meaning
to go through something, especially something unpleasant or difficult
Example
She had to undergo surgery to recover.
彼女は回復するために手術を受けなければなりませんでした。
B2 noun /ˈblɒkˌtʃeɪn/

blockchain

ブロックチェーン
Meaning
A system of recording information in a way that makes it difficult or impossible to change, hack, or cheat the system
Example
Blockchain technology ensures transparency in financial transactions.
ブロックチェーン技術は金融取引の透明性を保証します。
B2 adjective /ˈɔː.də.li/

Orderly

整然とした; 系統的な; 平和的な
Meaning
well-organized; systematic; peaceful
Example
Please keep your desk orderly and clean.
デスクを整然とした状態できれいに保ってください。
B2 adjective /ˈkwestʃənəbl/

Questionable

疑わしい
Meaning
doubtful; dubious; suspicious; open to doubt or suspicion
Example
His questionable business practices led to an investigation.
彼の疑わしいビジネス慣行は調査を引き起こしました。
B2 adjective /ˈstɛdi/

steady

安定
Meaning
firm, stable, and not likely to change suddenly
Example
He kept his hand steady while painting the picture.
彼は絵を描いている間、手を安定させていました。
B2 noun ˌsɛlf ˈdɪs.ə.plɪn

self-discipline

自己規律
Meaning
The ability to control one's emotions and behavior.
Example
Self-discipline is crucial for achieving long-term success.
自己規律は長期的な成功に不可欠です。
B2 noun /ˈfɪlmˌmeɪkər/

filmmaker

映画製作者
Meaning
a person who makes films, typically as a profession
Example
He is a well-known filmmaker in the industry.
彼は業界で有名なフィルムメーカーです。
B2 adjective /ˈtʃeɪn.dʒə.bəl/

Changeable

変わりやすい; 不安定な
Meaning
able to be changed; likely to change frequently
Example
The weather is very changeable in spring.
春は天気が非常に変わりやすいです。
B2 adjective /ˌkrɒnəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

chronological

時系列
Meaning
Arranged in the order in which events happened.
Example
The events were listed in chronological order.
イベントは時系列でリストされました。
B2 adjective /ʌnprɪˈpɛrd/

Unprepared

準備不足
Meaning
not ready or able to deal with something
Example
He was unprepared for the difficult exam.
彼は難しい試験に準備していなかった。
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 ˈsɪblɪŋz

Siblings

兄弟姉妹
Meaning
Each of two or more children or offspring having one or both parents in common.
Example
Siblings are usually placed on the same level in a family tree.
兄弟姉妹は通常、家系図で同じレベルに配置されます。
B2 adjective /ˌædvənˈteɪdʒəs/

Advantageous

有利な; 便利な; 利益を生む
Meaning
beneficial; favorable; profitable
Example
This position offers advantageous opportunities for career growth.
このポジションはキャリアの成長のための有利な機会を提供します。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtlet/

outlet

出口
Meaning
a means by which something is released, expressed, or distributed
Example
Art is a great outlet for emotions.
アートは感情のための素晴らしい出口です。
B2 verb /kweɪk/

quake

震える
Meaning
to shake or tremble, often due to fear or a natural event like an earthquake
Example
The ground began to quake during the earthquake.
地震の間、地面が震え始めた。
B2 verb /slæʃ/

slash

切る
Meaning
to cut with a sharp blade; to reduce drastically
Example
The company slashed prices to attract more customers.
会社はもっと多くの顧客を引き付けるために価格を引き下げました。
B2 noun /ˈwɒndərər/

Wanderer

放浪者; 明確な目的地なしに旅をする人
Meaning
a person who travels aimlessly; someone who roams from place to place
Example
The wanderer explored different countries without a fixed destination.
放浪者は固定された目的地なしで異なる国々を探検しました。
B2 adjective /dɛns/

dense

密な
Meaning
Closely compacted in substance; having parts crowded together.
Example
The forest was so dense that little sunlight reached the ground.
森はとても密で、ほとんど太陽の光が地面に届かなかった。
B2 noun /ɒdz/

odds

確率
Meaning
the likelihood or probability of something happening; chances for or against something
Example
The odds of winning the lottery are very low.
宝くじに当選する確率は非常に低いです。
B2 noun /ˈtɜːr.mər.ɪk ˈpaʊ.dər/

Turmeric Powder

ターメリックパウダー
Meaning
ground turmeric root used as a spice and for its medicinal properties
Example
Add a pinch of turmeric powder to the curry for color and flavor.
カレーにターメリックパウダーを一つまみ加えて、色と風味を加えます。
B2 noun /fɪɡ/

Fig

いちじく
Meaning
a soft sweet fruit that is purple or green on the outside and has many small seeds
Example
The fig tree in our backyard produces delicious fruits every summer.
私たちの庭のいちじくの木は毎年夏に美味しい果物を生産します。
B2 noun /baɪˈɒɡrəfi/

Biography

伝記
Meaning
an account of someone's life written by someone else; the story of a person's life
Example
I'm reading a fascinating biography of Albert Einstein.
私はアルバート・アインシュタインの魅力的な伝記を読んでいます。
B2 adjective /ˈneɪ.kɪd/

Naked

裸; 衣服なし; 暴露された; 無防備
Meaning
without clothes or covering; bare; exposed; unclothed
Example
The naked truth about the situation shocked everyone.
その状況についての裸の真実は、皆を驚かせました。
B2 verb /ɪmˈbɑːrkɪŋ/

embarking

旅行を始める
Meaning
Beginning a journey or enterprise.
Example
The group is embarking on a long journey.
グループは長い旅行を始めるところです。
B2 adjective /ˈmɪnɪməl/

minimal

最小限
Meaning
the smallest or least amount possible
Example
The damage to the car was minimal after the accident.
事故後、車の損傷は最小限でした。
B2 noun /ɡɪə(r)/

gear

装備 / ギア
Meaning
Equipment or apparatus for a particular purpose; also a toothed wheel in machinery.
Example
The climber packed all his gear before starting the journey.
登山者は旅を始める前にすべてのギアをパックしました。
B2 noun /səˈraʊn.dɪŋz/

surroundings

周囲
Meaning
The area around a person, place, or thing.
Example
She quickly adapted to her new surroundings.
彼女は新しい環境にすぐに適応しました。
B2 adjective /kənˈtɛntɪd/

contented

満足した
Meaning
Feeling or expressing happiness and satisfaction.
Example
She was contented with her simple life.
彼女はシンプルな生活に満足していた。
B2 noun /ˈluː.nər ɪˈklɪps/

Lunar eclipse

月食
Meaning
an eclipse in which the moon appears darkened as it passes into the earth's shadow
Example
We watched the lunar eclipse from our backyard.
私たちは庭から月食を観察しました。
B2 noun /səkˈsɛʃ.ən/

succession

生態遷移
Meaning
The process of ecological change in which one community of organisms is gradually replaced by another.
Example
Forest succession occurs when old ecosystems are replaced by new ones.
森林の遷移は、古い生態系が新しい生態系に置き換えられるときに発生します。
B2 noun /fɔːrt/

Fort

砦
Meaning
a strong building or group of buildings where soldiers live and defend
Example
The ancient fort stood on top of the hill for centuries.
古代のフォートは何世代にもわたって丘の上に立っていました。
B2 noun /ˈrɛfjuːdʒ/

refuge

避難所
Meaning
a place that provides shelter or protection from danger or distress
Example
The villagers took refuge in the temple during the storm.
村人たちは嵐の間、寺院に避難した。
B2 noun /treɪˈniː/

Trainee

研修生; 見習い
Meaning
a person undergoing training for a particular job or profession; a novice learner
Example
The medical trainee worked long hours to gain practical experience.
医学研修生は実務経験を積むために長時間働きました。
B2 noun /fraɪt/

Fright

恐怖; 驚き; 驚愕
Meaning
a sudden intense feeling of fear; a shock or surprise that causes fear
Example
The loud thunder gave her such a fright that she dropped her coffee cup.
大きな雷の音で、彼女は恐怖を感じてコーヒーカップを落としました。
B2 noun /ˈkɑr.ɡoʊ ʃɪp/

Cargo ship

貨物船
Meaning
a ship or vessel that carries goods and materials from one port to another
Example
The cargo ship transported containers filled with electronics across the ocean.
貨物船は、電子機器で満載のコンテナを海を越えて運びました。
B2 adjective /ˈhændi/

handy

使いやすい
Meaning
convenient to use or easily accessible; skillful with the hands
Example
This pocket knife is very handy when you go camping.
このポケットナイフはキャンプの時に非常に便利です。
B2 adjective /rɪˈliːvd/

relieved

安心した
Meaning
feeling happy and less worried after something stressful has been removed or resolved
Example
She felt relieved after hearing the good news.
良い知らせを聞いた後、彼女は安心した。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈbaɪəst/

unbiased

偏見のない
Meaning
Not showing prejudice; impartial and fair.
Example
The report gave an unbiased view of the situation.
レポートは状況の偏りのない見解を示しました。
B2 noun /mɑːrz/

Mars

火星
Meaning
The fourth planet from the Sun; the Roman god of war
Example
Scientists are planning a manned mission to Mars in the next decade.
科学者たちは次の十年で火星への有人ミッションを計画しています。
B2 noun /ˈpælət/

palette

パレット
Meaning
a thin board or surface on which an artist sets and mixes colors; also a range of colors used in art or design
Example
The artist mixed vibrant shades on her palette before starting the painting.
アーティストは絵を描き始める前にパレットで鮮やかな色合いを混ぜました。
B2 adjective /əˈbʌndənt/

abundant

豊富
Meaning
existing or available in large quantities; plentiful
Example
The garden was abundant with colorful flowers.
庭は色とりどりの花であふれていました。
B2 noun ˈɪn.frəˌstrʌk.tʃər

infrastructure

インフラストラクチャー
Meaning
The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.
Example
Digital infrastructure is vital for future advancements.
デジタルインフラストラクチャーは将来の進歩にとって不可欠です。
B2 verb /ɡruːm/

groom

Meaning
to clean, brush, and care for the appearance of someone or something
Example
She spends hours grooming her dog every week.
B2 noun ɪˈmɪʃ.ən

emission

排出
Meaning
The release or discharge of gases, particles, or other substances into the environment.
Example
Car manufacturers are reducing carbon emissions.
自動車メーカーはカーボン排出を減らしています。
B2 noun sɛlf rɪˈlaɪ.əns

self-reliance

自立
Meaning
Reliance on one's own powers and resources rather than those of others; independence.
Example
Self-reliance helps build confidence.
自立は自信を高めるのに役立ちます。
B2 adjective /leɪm/

Lame

足が不自由; 病気
Meaning
unable to walk normally because of an injury or illness affecting the leg or foot; weak and unconvincing
Example
The injured horse was lame and couldn't walk properly.
怪我をした馬は足を引きずり、正常に歩くことができなかった。
B2 verb /sɜːrdʒ/

surge

急増
Meaning
to move suddenly and powerfully forward or upward
Example
The crowd surged forward when the gates opened.
ゲートが開くと、群衆は前方に押し寄せました。
B2 verb dɪsˈrʌpt

disrupt

破壊する
Meaning
To interrupt or disturb the normal progress or activity of something.
Example
Individual pursuits disrupt social harmony.
個々の追求は社会的調和を破壊します。
B2 adverb /mɪdst/

Midst

真ん中で; その中で
Meaning
in the middle of; among
Example
She stood in the midst of the crowd.
彼女は群衆の真ん中に立っていました。
B2 noun /ˈtɜːrkwɔɪz/

turquoise

ターコイズ
Meaning
a greenish-blue color or gemstone
Example
She wore a necklace with a beautiful turquoise stone.
彼女は美しいターコイズの石を使ったネックレスをしていました。
B2 noun /ˈbækˌsaɪd/

backside

背中
Meaning
the rear part or surface of something; informal term for the buttocks
Example
The kids slid down the hill on their backside.
子供たちは丘を背中で滑り降りました。
B2 noun /ˈkɒmənˌteɪtər/

commentator

解説者
Meaning
a person who reports and discusses events, especially on TV or radio
Example
The commentator described the football match in detail.
解説者はサッカーの試合を詳細に説明しました。
B2 noun /slæŋ/

Slang

スラング; 不正な言葉
Meaning
very informal language that is usually spoken rather than written
Example
The teenagers used slang that their parents couldn't understand.
ティーンエイジャーは親が理解できないスラングを使いました。
B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪm.fəl/

Shameful

恥ずかしい; 不名誉な; 恥ずかしい
Meaning
causing shame; disgraceful; embarrassing
Example
His shameful behavior embarrassed the entire family.
彼の恥ずかしい行動は家族全員を困惑させました。
B2 noun, verb /ˈriːteɪl/

retail

小売
Meaning
the sale of goods to the public in small quantities for use or consumption rather than for resale
Example
The company specializes in the retail of clothing and accessories.
この会社は衣類とアクセサリーの小売を専門としています。
B2 verb /prɪˈsiːdɪd/

preceded

先行した
Meaning
came before something in time, order, or position
Example
Dark clouds preceded the heavy rainfall.
暗い雲が大雨に先立って現れた。
B2 noun /ˈkruː.əl.ti/

Cruelty

残酷; 非人道的な扱い; 苦痛を引き起こす行動
Meaning
behavior that causes pain or suffering to others; the quality of being cruel
Example
The documentary exposed the cruelty of factory farming to animals.
ドキュメンタリーは、工場式農業が動物に対して行う残酷さを暴露した。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈwel.kəm/

Unwelcome

不快な; 望ましくない; 招待されていない
Meaning
not wanted or accepted; not invited or pleasant
Example
The unwelcome news ruined their vacation plans.
その歓迎されないニュースは彼らの休暇計画を台無しにしました。
B2 verb /kənˈfɔːrm/

conform

従う
Meaning
To comply with rules, standards, or laws.
Example
Students must conform to the school regulations.
学生は学校の規則に従わなければならない。
B2 noun /ˈfaʊn.dər/

Founder

創設者
Meaning
a person who establishes an institution or settlement; someone who starts or creates something
Example
Steve Jobs was the co-founder of Apple Inc. and revolutionized personal computing.
スティーブ・ジョブズはApple Inc.の共同創設者で、個人用コンピュータを革新しました。
B2 noun /ˈten.dən.si/

Tendency

傾向
Meaning
an inclination toward a particular characteristic or type of behavior
Example
She has a tendency to arrive late for meetings.
彼女は会議に遅れて到着する傾向があります。
B2 adjective /ˈhevənli/

Heavenly

天のような; 神聖な; 美味しい
Meaning
relating to heaven; extremely pleasant or beautiful
Example
The chocolate cake had a heavenly taste that melted in my mouth.
チョコレートケーキは天のような味わいで、口の中で溶けました。
B2 adjective /dɪˈstrʌktɪv/

Destructive

破壊的な
Meaning
causing damage; harmful
Example
The hurricane was highly destructive to coastal areas.
ハリケーンは沿岸地域に非常に破壊的でした。
B2 noun ˈsʌbstɪˌtut

substitute

代用品
Meaning
A person or thing acting or serving in place of another.
Example
Money cannot be a substitute for genuine happiness.
お金は本物の幸せの代用品にはなりません。
B2 verb /swer/

swear

誓う
Meaning
to use offensive language; to promise solemnly; to take an oath
Example
I swear to tell the truth.
私は真実を話すと誓います。
B2 noun /rɪˈvendʒ/

Revenge

復讐
Meaning
the action of inflicting hurt or harm on someone for an injury or wrong suffered at their hands
Example
She sought revenge against those who betrayed her trust.
彼女は信頼を裏切った者たちに復讐を求めた。
B2 noun /dɪˈstɪŋk.ʃən/

Distinction

卓越; 優秀; 名誉
Meaning
a difference or contrast between similar things; excellence that sets someone apart; honor or recognition
Example
She graduated with distinction, earning the highest honors in her class.
彼女は優秀な成績で卒業し、クラスで最も高い栄誉を得ました。
B2 adjective /əˈpəʊzd/

opposed

反対の
Meaning
being against or in disagreement with something
Example
She is strongly opposed to animal testing.
彼女は動物実験に強く反対しています。
B2 noun /məˈtʃʊrəti/

Maturity

成熟
Meaning
The state of being mature; full development physically or emotionally
Example
With age comes wisdom and emotional maturity.
年齢とともに知恵と感情的成熟が訪れる。
B2 adjective /ˈpʌz.lɪŋ/

Puzzling

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