B1 noun /ˈsaɪdˌwɔːk/

sidewalk

歩道

Meaning

a paved path for pedestrians at the side of a street.

Example

Children were playing on the sidewalk.

子供たちは歩道で遊んでいました。

B1 noun /ˈhɛlθˌkɛər/

health-care

幸せ

Meaning

the organized provision of medical services to maintain or improve health

Example

Access to quality health-care is essential for every citizen.

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。

B1 adverb /ɪnˈkrɛdɪbli/

incredibly

信じられないほど

Meaning

to a great degree; extremely or unbelievably

Example

The view from the top of the mountain was incredibly beautiful.

山頂からの景色は信じられないほど美しかった。

B1 noun ˈpɒdkɑːsts

podcasts

ポッドキャスト

Meaning

A digital audio or video file or recording, usually part of a themed series, that can be downloaded from a website to a media player or computer.

Example

Podcasts are great for improving listening.

ポッドキャストはリスニング力向上に最適です。

B1 adjective ˈʃɔːrt.tɜːrm

short-term

短期的な

Meaning

Occurring over or involving a relatively short period of time.

Example

Investing in stocks can yield short-term profits.

株に投資することで短期的な利益を得ることができる。

B1 verb /ˈwɪspər/

whisper

ささやく

Meaning

to speak very softly using one's breath without vocal cords

Example

She whispered a secret in my ear.

彼女は私の耳元で秘密をささやいた。

B1 verb /beɪð/

bathe

入浴

Meaning

to wash oneself; to clean the body with water

Example

I bathe every morning before going to work.

私は毎朝、仕事に行く前にお風呂に入ります。

B1 verb /tʃuː/

chew

幸せ

Meaning

to bite food into smaller pieces with your teeth before swallowing it

Example

You should chew your food properly to help with digestion.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠せませんでした。

B1 adjective /ˈvɪʒuəl/

visual

視覚的

Meaning

Relating to seeing or sight.

Example

The movie was praised for its stunning visual effects.

その映画は素晴らしい視覚的効果で賞賛されました。

B1 noun /əˈmjuːzmənt/

Amusement

娯楽; 楽しさ; エンターテイメント

Meaning

the state or experience of finding something funny; entertainment or recreational activities

Example

The children's laughter showed their amusement at the clown's performance.

子供たちの笑いは、クラウンのパフォーマンスに対する楽しさを示しました。

B1 verb /pɑːrtɪsɪˈpeɪtɪŋ/

participating

参加する

Meaning

Taking part in an activity or event.

Example

He is participating in the Antarctic expedition.

彼は南極遠征に参加しています。

B1 noun /kəmˈpɛtɪtər/

competitor

競争相手

Meaning

a person, team, or company that competes with others

Example

The company lowered its prices to beat its main competitor.

その会社は主要な競争相手を打ち負かすために価格を引き下げました。

B1 noun /ˈwaɪər/

wire

ワイヤー

Meaning

a thin, flexible thread of metal used to conduct electricity or connect things

Example

The electrician fixed the wire to restore the power.

電気技師は電力を回復させるためにワイヤーを修理しました。

B1 adjective dəˈmes.tɪk

domestic

国内の

Meaning

Existing or occurring inside a particular country; not foreign or international.

Example

Domestic investments stabilize the economy.

国内投資は経済を安定させる。

B1 noun ˈkʌrənsi

currency

通貨

Meaning

A system of money in general use in a particular country; the fact or quality of being generally accepted or in use.

Example

Dual currency systems were proposed.

デュアル通貨システムが提案されました。

B1 noun /boʊ/

Bow

弓

Meaning

a weapon for shooting arrows, made of a curved piece of wood

Example

The archer drew his bow and aimed at the target.

射手は弓を引いて、ターゲットを狙った。

B1 noun /ˈker.ləs.nəs/

Carelessness

不注意; 不注意

Meaning

failure to give sufficient attention to avoiding harm or errors

Example

His carelessness with money led to serious financial problems.

彼の金銭への不注意は、深刻な財務問題を引き起こしました。

B1 noun /əˌkɒməˈdeɪʃən/

Accommodation

宿泊施設

Meaning

a room, group of rooms, or building in which someone may live or stay

Example

The hotel provides comfortable accommodation for tourists.

ホテルは観光客のために快適な宿泊施設を提供します。

B1 noun ˈɑːkɪtektʃə(r)

architecture

建築

Meaning

The art or science of designing and constructing buildings.

Example

Ancient architecture is fascinating.

古代の建築は魅力的です。

B1 adjective /ˈwɜːrldwaɪd/

worldwide

世界的

Meaning

extending or reaching throughout the whole world

Example

The company has achieved worldwide recognition for its products.

その会社は製品のために世界的な認知を得ました。

B1 adjective /ˈtʃɑːr.mɪŋ/

charming

魅力的

Meaning

Very pleasing or delightful in a way that attracts people.

Example

The village is full of charming little houses.

その村は魅力的な小さな家で満ちています。

B1 noun /stiːl/

steel

スチール

Meaning

a strong, hard metal made of iron and carbon

Example

The building was made from steel to ensure its durability.

その建物は耐久性を確保するためにスチールで作られました。

B1 verb /kwoʊt/

quote

引用する

Meaning

to repeat someone else's words; to give a price or estimate

Example

The teacher asked students to quote the famous author in their essays.

教師は学生にその有名な作家をエッセイで引用するように頼みました。

B1 noun /træp/

Trap

罠

Meaning

a device or enclosure designed to catch and retain animals, or a situation from which it is difficult to escape

Example

The mouse was caught in the trap overnight.

ネズミは一晩中トラップにかかっていました。

B1 adjective /ˈrʊr.əl/

Rural

田舎の

Meaning

relating to the countryside; characteristic of farming or country life

Example

She grew up in a rural area far from the city.

彼女は街から遠く離れた田舎の地域で育ちました。

B1 noun /bʌɡ/

Bug

虫

Meaning

a small insect; a defect in a computer program

Example

I found a bug crawling on my bed sheets.

ベッドシーツで虫が這っているのを見つけました。

B1 noun /ˈlaɪ.kɪŋ/

Liking

好み; 愛好; 傾向

Meaning

a feeling of regard or fondness; a preference or taste for something

Example

She has developed a liking for classical music.

彼女はクラシック音楽に対して好みを持つようになった。

B1 verb /əˈsuːm/

assume

仮定する

Meaning

to think that something is true without proof

Example

I assume he will be late to the meeting.

私は彼が会議に遅れると仮定しています。

B1 adverb /ˈnætʃərəli/

Naturally

自然に

Meaning

in a natural manner; as expected; of course

Example

She naturally excels in mathematics.

彼女は数学で自然に優れている。

B1 noun, verb /dɪˈzaɪər/

desire

欲望

Meaning

a strong feeling of wanting something or wishing for something to happen

Example

He has a strong desire to travel the world.

彼は世界を旅行したいという強い欲望を持っています。

B1 adjective /dɪˈtɜːrmɪnd/

determined

決心した

Meaning

Having firmly decided to do something and not letting anything stop you.

Example

She was determined to finish her studies despite many obstacles.

多くの障害があったにもかかわらず、彼女は学業を終わらせる決心をしていた。

B1 adjective /ɪkˈstrɔːr.dɪ.nər.i/

Extraordinary

非凡な; 顕著な;

Meaning

very unusual; remarkable; going beyond what is normal or expected

Example

The magician's performance was extraordinary and left everyone amazed.

魔法使いのパフォーマンスは非凡で、すべての人を驚かせました

B1 noun /ˌɑk.jəˈpeɪ.ʃən/

Occupation

職業; 仕事; 占領

Meaning

a job or profession; the action of taking control of a place

Example

Teaching is her chosen occupation.

教えることは彼女の選んだ職業です。

B1 noun /'pʌmp.kɪn/

Pumpkin

カボチャ

Meaning

a large round orange fruit with thick skin and edible flesh

Example

We carved a jack-o'-lantern from a big pumpkin.

私たちは大きなカボチャからジャック・オー・ランタンを彫りました。

B1 noun /ˈɪn.flu.əns/

Influence

影響; 力

Meaning

the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something

Example

The teacher's positive influence helped the student overcome his learning difficulties.

教師の積極的な影響が生徒の学習の問題を克服する手助けをしました。

B1 verb /əˈweɪk/

awake

目を覚ます

Meaning

to stop sleeping; to become conscious or alert

Example

I awake every morning at six o'clock.

私は毎朝6時に目を覚ます。

B1 noun /braɪd/

Bride

花嫁

Meaning

a woman on her wedding day or just before and after the event

Example

The beautiful bride walked down the aisle in her white wedding dress.

美しい花嫁は白いウェディングドレスを着て通路を歩いた。

B1 noun /ˈproʊˌfaɪl/

profile

プロフィール

Meaning

a description or representation of someone or something; an outline

Example

He updated his profile on the company website.

彼は会社のウェブサイトでプロフィールを更新しました。

B1 adjective, verb /əˈproʊpriət/ (adj), /əˈproʊprieɪt/ (verb)

appropriate

適切 / 取る

Meaning

suitable or proper in the circumstances (adj); to take something for one’s own use, often without permission (verb)

Example

Wearing formal clothes was appropriate for the ceremony.

フォーマルな服を着ることはその儀式には適切でした。

B1 noun /koʊm/

Comb

櫛

Meaning

a toothed device for arranging or cleaning the hair

Example

She used a comb to style her hair before the party.

彼女はパーティーの前に髪を整えるために櫛を使いました。

B1 noun /ˈdʒen.dər/

Gender

性別

Meaning

either of the two sexes (male and female); the range of characteristics pertaining to masculinity and femininity

Example

The company promotes gender equality by ensuring equal opportunities for all employees.

その企業はすべての従業員に平等な機会を提供することで、ジェンダー平等を促進しています。

B1 adjective /rɪˈdɪk.jə.ləs/

Ridiculous

馬鹿げた; ばかばかしい; 不合理な

Meaning

extremely silly or unreasonable; deserving or causing laughter

Example

The idea of building a house without tools is ridiculous.

道具なしで家を建てるアイデアは馬鹿げている。

B1 noun /ˈwep.ən/

Weapon

武器

Meaning

a thing designed or used for inflicting bodily harm or physical damage

Example

The police found a dangerous weapon at the crime scene.

警察は犯罪現場で危険な武器を発見した。

B1 adjective /ˌlɛftˈhændɪd/

left-handed

左利き

Meaning

Using or done with the left hand; also can mean clumsy or awkward.

Example

She is left-handed and writes beautifully with her left hand.

彼女は左利きで、左手で美しく書きます。

B1 noun /dɪˈfens/

Defence

防御; 保護

Meaning

the action of defending from or resisting attack; protection or support

Example

The country strengthened its defence system against potential threats.

その国は潜在的な脅威に対抗するため、防御システムを強化しました。

B1 noun, verb /ˈrɒkɪt/

rocket

幸せ

Meaning

a missile or vehicle propelled by a rocket engine; to increase or move very quickly

Example

The company’s profits rocketed after the new product launch.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せませんでした。

B1 verb /spɛl/

spell

スペルする

Meaning

to write or name the letters of a word in order; to mean or result in something

Example

Can you spell your name for me?

あなたの名前を私のためにスペルできますか？

B1 noun /bʊʃ/

bush

茂み

Meaning

a plant with many small branches growing close to the ground; a shrub

Example

A rabbit was hiding under the bush.

ウサギは茂みの下に隠れていました。

B1 adjective /ˈflek.sə.bəl/

Flexible

柔軟な; 変更に適応可能

Meaning

able to bend easily; adaptable to change; not rigid

Example

She has a flexible work schedule that allows her to work from home.

彼女は自宅で働ける柔軟な仕事のスケジュールを持っています。

B1 verb /ɪkˈspænd/

expand

拡大する

Meaning

To increase in size, number, or importance.

Example

The company plans to expand its operations into new markets.

その会社は新しい市場に事業を拡大する予定です。

B1 noun prɪˈven.ʃən

prevention

予防

Meaning

The action of stopping something from happening or arising.

Example

Prevention of fascism ensures democracy.

ファシズムの予防は民主主義を保証する。

B1 noun /ˈviːɪkəl/

Vehicle

車両; 自動車; 手段

Meaning

a thing used for transporting people or goods, especially on land; a means of expressing or displaying something

Example

The electric vehicle is becoming more popular these days.

電気自動車は最近ますます人気が高くなっています。

B1 noun ˌtɑːdʒ məˈhɑːl

Taj Mahal

タージ・マハル

Meaning

A famous mausoleum in India, considered one of the most beautiful structures ever built and a symbol of love.

Example

The Taj Mahal is considered one of the most beautiful structures ever built.

タージ・マハルはこれまでに建てられた中で最も美しい建造物の一つとされている。

B1 noun /ˈlæftər/

laughter

笑い

Meaning

the act or sound of laughing

Example

The room was filled with laughter.

部屋は笑いで満ちていた。

B1 adjective /ˌstreɪtˈfɔːwəd/

straightforward

簡単

Meaning

easy to understand or do; simple

Example

Her explanation was straightforward and clear.

彼女の説明は簡単で明確でした。

B1 verb /dɪˈnaɪ/

deny

否定する

Meaning

to refuse to accept or admit something; to declare something untrue

Example

He denied stealing the money.

彼はお金を盗んだことを否定した。

B1 adjective ˈkrɪtɪkəl

critical

重大な

Meaning

Extremely important; at a point of crisis or urgency.

Example

Addressing critical issues in education is imperative.

教育の重大な問題に対処することは不可欠です。

B1 adjective /ɪnˈkrɛdəbl/

incredible

信じられない

Meaning

so extraordinary that it is hard to believe; amazing

Example

The view from the mountain was incredible.

山からの景色は信じられなかった。

B1 noun ˌrekəɡˈnɪʃn

recognition

認識

Meaning

Acknowledgment of the existence, validity, or legality of something; appreciation or acclaim for an achievement, service, or ability.

Example

He earned recognition after years of struggle.

彼は長年の努力の後、認識を得ました。

B1 verb /ˈsʌfər/

suffer

苦しむ

Meaning

to experience pain, distress, or hardship

Example

She suffered from a severe headache all day.

彼女は一日中ひどい頭痛に苦しんでいました。

B1 verb /əbˈzɜːrv/

observe

観察する

Meaning

to watch carefully; to notice or perceive something

Example

Scientists observe the behavior of animals in the wild.

科学者たちは野生動物の行動を観察します。

B1 adjective /aɪˈdiːəl/

ideal

理想的な

Meaning

the best possible; perfect for a situation

Example

This place is ideal for a picnic.

この場所はピクニックに理想的です。

B1 noun /ɪnˈdʒɔɪmənt/

enjoyment

楽しみ

Meaning

the state or process of taking pleasure or satisfaction in something

Example

She felt great enjoyment while reading her favorite book.

彼女はお気に入りの本を読んでいるとき、大きな楽しみを感じた。

B1 noun /ˈproʊɡræmɪŋ/

programing

プログラミング

Meaning

the process of writing computer code to create software or applications

Example

He spends most of his time learning computer programming.

彼はコンピュータープログラミングを学ぶのにほとんどの時間を費やしています。

B1 noun /wiːt/

wheat

小麦

Meaning

a cereal plant whose grain is used to make flour for bread and other foods

Example

Farmers harvested the wheat in early summer.

農家は初夏に小麦を収穫しました。

B1 noun /təˈbækoʊ/

tobacco

タバコ

Meaning

a plant grown for its leaves, which are used in making cigarettes and cigars

Example

He stopped smoking tobacco after his health scare.

健康問題後にタバコをやめた。

B1 adjective /ˈæktʃuəl/

actual

実際の

Meaning

real and existing, not just imagined or supposed

Example

The actual cost was higher than expected.

実際のコストは予想より高かった。

B1 noun /ˈfaɪn.dɪŋ/

finding

発見、調査後に得られた結論または結果

Meaning

a discovery, conclusion, or result reached after investigation

Example

The scientist published her findings in a leading journal.

科学者は彼女の発見を主要なジャーナルに発表しました。

B1 noun /ˈleɪ.bəl/

Label

ラベル

Meaning

a small piece of paper or material attached to something to identify or describe it

Example

Please read the label carefully before taking any medication.

薬を服用する前に、ラベルを注意深くお読みください。

B1 noun /ˈtreɪdɪŋ/

trading

取引

Meaning

the act or business of buying and selling goods or services

Example

She made a fortune through online trading.

彼女はオンライン取引で大金を稼ぎました。

B1 noun /ˈslɪpər/

Slipper

スリッパ

Meaning

light, comfortable shoe without a back, worn indoors

Example

She put on her slippers before walking around the house.

家の中を歩く前にスリッパを履きました。

B1 noun /ˌmæθəˈmætɪks/

mathematics

数学

Meaning

the abstract science of number, quantity, and space; the study of numbers and their operations

Example

Mathematics helps us understand patterns in nature and the universe.

数学は私たちが自然界や宇宙のパターンを理解するのに役立ちます。

Meaning

to organize or carry out; or a person's behavior

Example

The teacher conducted the exam fairly.

B1 verb /rɪˈtɜrnɪŋ/

returning

戻る

Meaning

Coming or going back to a place or person.

Example

The group is returning to the port on December 25th.

グループは12月25日に港に戻ります。

B1 noun /ˈkɒnflɪkt/

conflict

対立

Meaning

A serious disagreement or argument, often a prolonged one.

Example

The two countries are trying to resolve the conflict through negotiations.

二国は交渉を通じて対立を解決しようとしています。

B1 noun /ˈsɜːrkəmstæns/

circumstance

状況

Meaning

a fact or condition connected with an event or action

Example

She handled the difficult circumstances bravely.

彼女は困難な状況に勇敢に対処しました。

B1 verb /ədˈmaɪər/

admire

賞賛する

Meaning

To respect, appreciate, or look up to someone or something.

Example

I really admire her dedication to education.

私は本当に彼女の教育への献身を賞賛します。

B1 verb /prəˈnaʊns/

pronounce

発音する

Meaning

to say words correctly; to declare officially

Example

She can pronounce French words perfectly.

彼女はフランス語の単語を完璧に発音できます。

B1 noun /pruːf/

proof

証拠

Meaning

evidence or argument establishing a fact or the truth of a statement

Example

The detective presented proof of the suspect's guilt.

探偵は容疑者の有罪の証拠を提示しました。

B1 noun ˈseʃən

session

セッション

Meaning

A meeting of an official body, especially a legislature, council, or court of law, to conduct its business.

Example

The session was held on February 25.

セッションは2月25日に開催されました。

B1 noun /ˈɪnsɪdənt/

incident

インシデント

Meaning

an event or occurrence, often unpleasant or unusual

Example

The police quickly responded to the incident in the park.

警察は公園でのインシデントに迅速に対応しました。

B1 adverb /ˈæftərwərd/

afterward

その後

Meaning

at a later time; subsequently

Example

We went to dinner and watched a movie afterward.

私たちは夕食に行き、その後映画を見ました。

B1 noun ɡʊdz

goods

商品

Meaning

Merchandise or possessions; things that are bought and sold.

Example

The company produces high-quality goods for export.

その会社は輸出向けの高品質な商品を生産している。

B1 noun /tuː θɜːrdz/

two-thirds

三分の二

Meaning

a fraction equal to two parts of three; 2/3.

Example

Two-thirds of the students passed the exam.

学生の三分の二が試験に合格しました。

B1 noun /lɔk/

Lock

鍵

Meaning

a mechanism for keeping a door, lid, etc., fastened, typically operated only by a key of a particular form

Example

Make sure you lock the door before leaving.

出かける前にドアをロックしてください。

B1 noun /dɪˈmænd/

Demand

需要；消費者の商品の要求

Meaning

an urgent request; the desire of consumers for goods or services

Example

The demand for organic food has increased significantly in recent years.

オーガニック食品の需要は近年顕著に増加しています。

B1 noun /ˈpɜː.sən.əl ˈdeɪ.tə/

personal data

個人データ

Meaning

Information that relates to an individual's private, sensitive, or identifiable data

Example

Protecting personal data is crucial in the digital age.

デジタル時代において個人データを保護することは重要です。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈwel/

Unwell

体調不良; 病気

Meaning

not in good health; feeling sick or ill

Example

She has been feeling unwell since yesterday.

彼女は昨日から体調が悪い。

B1 verb /leɪ/

lay

置く

Meaning

to put something down in a flat position; to place carefully

Example

Please lay the book on the table.

本をテーブルに置いてください。

B1 adjective /ˈdʒel.əs/

Jealous

嫉妬; うらやましい; 誰かの注意や愛情を所有しようとすること

Meaning

feeling envious or resentful; possessive of someone's attention or affection

Example

She felt jealous when her friend got promoted.

彼女は友達が昇進したときに嫉妬を感じた。

B1 noun kəˈpæs.ə.ti

capacity

容量

Meaning

The maximum amount that something can contain or produce; the ability or power to do or understand something.

Example

The cable has the capacity to handle vast data traffic.

ケーブルは大量のデータトラフィックを処理する能力を持っています。

B1 noun /ˌɡrædʒ.uˈeɪ.ʃən/

graduation

Meaning

the choice, judgment, or control of when something should be done

Example

Good timing is essential in business negotiations.

ビジネス交渉では、良いタイミングが重要です。