B2 noun /ˈstɑːrtər/

starter

何かを始める人または物; 食事の最初の料理

Meaning

a person or thing that starts something; the first course of a meal

Example

The starter of the meal was a fresh salad.

食事のスターターは新鮮なサラダでした。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈsiːn/

Unseen

見えない; 前に見たり気づいたりしたことがない

Meaning

not previously seen or noticed; invisible; hidden

Example

The unseen forces of nature can be very powerful.

自然界の見えない力は非常に強力である可能性があります。

B2 noun /ˈtɜr.mər.ɪk/

Turmeric

ターメリック

Meaning

A bright yellow spice powder made from the root of a tropical plant, used in cooking and medicine

Example

Add turmeric to the curry for color and flavor.

カレーに色と風味を加えるためにターメリックを加えます。

B2 adjective /əˈtʃiːvəbl/

achievable

達成可能な

Meaning

Able to be brought about or reached successfully.

Example

Start with achievable steps to stay motivated.

達成可能なステップから始めて、モチベーションを保ちましょう。

B2 noun /ˈdaɪ.vər/

Diver

ダイバー

Meaning

a type of water bird that dives underwater to catch fish

Example

The diver disappeared beneath the surface to catch a fish.

ダイバーは魚を捕まえるために水面下に消えました。

B2 adverb /ɪˈfɪʃəntli/

efficiently

効率的に

Meaning

in a way that achieves maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense

Example

She managed to complete the task efficiently within the deadline.

彼女は締め切り内に効率的にタスクを完了させました。

B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zən/

Raisin

レーズン

Meaning

dried grape

Example

She added raisins to the oatmeal cookies for extra sweetness.

彼女はオートミールクッキーに甘さを加えるためにレーズンを加えました。

B2 noun /ˌrɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

regulation

権限によって作成され、維持される規則または指示

Meaning

A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority.

Example

Government regulation ensures fair business practices.

政府の規制は公平なビジネス慣行を確保します。

B2 adjective /ˈtiːdiəs/

Tedious

退屈な; 面倒な

Meaning

tiresome because of length or dullness; boring and monotonous

Example

The lecture was so tedious that many students fell asleep.

その講義はとても退屈で、多くの学生が眠ってしまいました。

B2 noun breɪn ˈtreɪ.nɪŋ

brain-training

脳のトレーニング

Meaning

Mental exercises designed to improve cognitive functions, memory retention, and overall brain performance.

Example

Regular brain-training can improve memory retention.

定期的な脳トレーニングは記憶力を向上させることができます。

B2 verb /rɪˈsaɪt/

recite

暗唱する

Meaning

To say aloud something learned, especially poetry or text, from memory.

Example

The child recited a poem in front of the class.

その子はクラスの前で詩を暗唱しました。

B2 noun /ˈlænd.ɪŋ/

Landing

着陸

Meaning

the action of coming to rest on the ground or another surface; a level area at the top of a staircase

Example

The pilot made a smooth landing despite the stormy weather conditions.

パイロットは荒れた天候の中でスムーズな着陸を成功させました。

B2 noun /steɪn/

Stain

シミ; 汚れ

Meaning

a colored patch or dirty mark that is difficult to remove; a blemish or damage to reputation

Example

There was a coffee stain on his white shirt.

彼の白いシャツにはコーヒーのシミがありました。

B2 adjective ˈkʌl.ɪ.nər.i

culinary

料理の

Meaning

Related to cooking or the preparation of food, especially in a sophisticated or professional manner.

Example

Culinary advancements enhance the dining experience.

料理の進歩は食事体験を向上させます。

B2 adjective /ˈɔɪl.i/

Oily

油っぽい; 油で覆われた; 脂っこい

Meaning

covered with oil; containing oil; greasy

Example

Her oily skin needs special care.

彼女の油っぽい肌は特別なケアが必要です。

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 /ˈkætəlɔːɡ/

catalog

カタログ

Meaning

a complete list of items, typically arranged systematically

Example

The library provides an online catalog of all available books.

図書館はすべての利用可能な本のオンラインカタログを提供しています。

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊlər/

solar

太陽の

Meaning

Relating to or determined by the sun

Example

The house is powered by solar energy.

この家は太陽エネルギーで動いています。

B2 noun /rɒd/

rod

金属または木材の細長い棒

Meaning

a thin straight bar, especially of metal or wood

Example

He used an iron rod to support the structure.

彼は構造を支えるために鉄のロッドを使いました。

B2 verb /ʌnˈfəʊld/

unfold

広げるまたは開く

Meaning

to open or spread out something that was folded; to gradually reveal or develop

Example

She unfolded the letter carefully.

彼女は手紙を慎重に広げました。

B2 noun /ˈrɪk.ʃɔː/

Rickshaw

リクシャ

Meaning

a light two-wheeled passenger vehicle drawn by one or more people

Example

We took a rickshaw to reach the busy marketplace.

忙しい市場に到着するためにリクシャを利用しました。

B2 adjective /əˈɡriːəbl/

Agreeable

快適な; 楽しい; 魅力的な; 同意する気持ち

Meaning

pleasant; enjoyable; delightful; willing to agree

Example

The weather is very agreeable today.

今日はとても快適な天気です。

B2 noun /dɪˈtɛkʃən/

detection

検出

Meaning

the action or process of identifying the presence of something

Example

The detection of fraud in the system was swift.

システム内での詐欺の検出は迅速でした。

B2 adjective /ɪˈreɡjələr/

irregular

不規則な

Meaning

not even or consistent in shape, pattern, time, or behavior; not following normal rules

Example

His attendance at work has been irregular this month.

今月、彼の出勤は不規則だった。

B2 noun /ˈwɪd.oʊ.ər/

Widower

未亡人の夫

Meaning

a man whose wife has died and who has not married again

Example

The elderly widower lived alone but had regular visits from his children.

高齢の未亡人の夫は一人で住んでいましたが、子供たちから定期的に訪問を受けていました。

B2 noun ˌɪn.təˈven.ʃən

intervention

介入

Meaning

The action or process of intervening; involvement in a situation to improve or help it.

Example

The intervention of the UN was crucial in resolving the conflict.

国連の介入は紛争を解決する上で重要だった。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈprɒp.ər/

Improper

不適切な; 不正確な; 不適当な

Meaning

inappropriate; incorrect; not suitable

Example

It would be improper to discuss personal matters in a business meeting.

ビジネス会議で個人的な事柄を議論するのは不適切です。

B2 noun /kwəʊˈteɪʃən/

quotation

引用; 見積もり

Meaning

a group of words taken from a text or speech and repeated exactly; an estimated price given for goods or services

Example

The article opened with a famous quotation from Shakespeare.

その記事はシェイクスピアの有名な引用で始まった。

B2 verb /oʊˈmɪt/

omit

省略する

Meaning

to leave out or exclude; to fail to include something

Example

Please don't omit any important details from your report.

レポートから重要な詳細を省略しないでください。

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 adjective /ˈɡlɪt.ər.ɪŋ/

Glittering

きらめく; 輝かしい; 光り輝く

Meaning

shining with bright light; sparkling; brilliant;

Example

The glittering stars filled the clear night sky.

きらめく星が澄んだ夜空を満たしていました。

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 /rɪˈstreɪnt/

Restraint

抑制; 自制

Meaning

the action of keeping someone or something under control; self-control

Example

She showed great restraint in not responding to the criticism.

彼女は批判に反応しなかったことに大きな自制心を見せた。

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 /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 verb /tæp/

tap

タップする

Meaning

to strike something lightly, usually with a quick, sharp sound

Example

He tapped on the door to get her attention.

彼は彼女の注意を引くためにドアをタップしました。

B2 noun /spaɪt/

spite

意地悪

Meaning

a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone

Example

She refused the gift out of spite.

彼女は意地悪で贈り物を拒否した。

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 ˈkɔːrəl ˈriːfs

Coral Reefs

サンゴ礁

Meaning

Underwater structures made from calcium carbonate secreted by corals, forming diverse marine ecosystems.

Example

Saint Martin's Island is known for its coral reefs.

セント・マーチン島はそのサンゴ礁で知られています。

B2 adjective, adverb /ˈlɒŋ taɪm/

long-time

長年の

Meaning

lasting or existing for a long period of time; having continued for many years

Example

She is a long-time friend of my family.

彼女は私の家族の長年の友人です。

B2 noun /ˈlɪvər/

liver

肝臓

Meaning

a large organ in the body that cleans the blood and produces bile to help digest food.

Example

The liver plays a vital role in removing toxins from the body.

肝臓は体から毒素を取り除く重要な役割を果たします。

B2 adjective /mɑːrkt/

Marked

顕著な; 明確な; 独特な

Meaning

clearly noticeable; distinct; obvious

Example

There was a marked improvement in her performance.

彼女のパフォーマンスには顕著な改善がありました。

B2 noun /ˈlɒbstər/

Lobster

ロブスター

Meaning

a large marine crustacean with claws and a hard shell

Example

The lobster was served with melted butter and lemon.

ロブスターは溶かしバターとレモンで提供されました。

B2 noun /ˈtek.staɪl/

textile

織物

Meaning

a type of cloth or woven fabric made by knitting or weaving fibers

Example

Bangladesh is famous for its high-quality textile industry.

バングラデシュはその高品質なテキスタイル産業で有名です。

B2 adverb /ˈsiː.mɪŋ.li/

seemingly

一見, 見た目では静か

Meaning

appearing to be true, but not necessarily so

Example

He was seemingly calm despite the chaos around him.

周りの混乱にもかかわらず、彼は一見静かだった。

B2 adjective /pælɛˈstɪnɪən/

palestinian

パレスチナの

Meaning

relating to Palestine or its people

Example

The Palestinian people have a rich cultural heritage.

パレスチナの人々は豊かな文化遺産を持っています。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈwɪl.ɪŋ/

Unwilling

嫌がる; したくない;

Meaning

not ready to do something; reluctant; not wanting to do

Example

He was unwilling to share his secret with anyone.

彼は誰にも自分の秘密を共有することを望まなかった。

B2 noun /ˈɡləʊ.bəl piːs/

global peace

地球規模の平和

Meaning

Worldwide harmony and absence of conflict between nations.

Example

Global peace requires collective efforts.

地球規模の平和には集団的な努力が必要です。

B2 noun /ˈen.ə.dʒi sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti/

energy security

エネルギーの安全保障

Meaning

The reliable availability of energy sources at an affordable price for a nation or region.

Example

Energy security ensures consistent supply.

エネルギーセキュリティは一貫した供給を確保します。

B2 adjective /fɔːrˈsiːəbl/

foreseeable

予測可能な

Meaning

Able to be predicted or expected in advance

Example

The company is unlikely to make changes in the foreseeable future.

その会社は予測可能な未来において変化を起こす可能性は低い。

B2 noun /ˈswiː.pər/

Sweeper

掃除人

Meaning

a person whose job is to clean floors and streets by sweeping

Example

The sweeper cleaned the school corridor every morning.

掃除人は毎朝学校の廊下を掃除しました。

B2 noun /oʊk/

oak

オークの木

Meaning

a large tree that produces acorns and has strong, hard wood

Example

The old oak tree provided shade for the entire yard.

古いオークの木は庭全体に日陰を提供しました。

B2 adjective /ˈvɛriəbl/

Variable

変動可能な

Meaning

able to change; not consistent or having a fixed pattern

Example

The weather has been very variable this week.

今週の天気は非常に変わりやすかったです。

B2 noun /ˈbiː.təl/

Beetle

カブトムシ

Meaning

a hard-bodied insect with wing covers

Example

The black beetle scurried across the garden path.

黒いカブトムシが庭の道を走っていました。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈendɪŋ/

Unending

終わりのない

Meaning

continuing forever; without end

Example

The unending rain made the day feel gloomy.

終わりのない雨が一日を憂鬱にした。

B2 verb /boʊlt/

bolt

突然走り出す; ボルトで固定する

Meaning

To move suddenly and quickly; also to fasten something with a bolt.

Example

The horse bolted from the stable after hearing a loud noise.

馬は大きな音を聞いて、厩舎から飛び出しました。

B2 noun ɪˌvæljuˈeɪʃən

evaluation

評価

Meaning

The making of a judgment about the amount, number, or value of something; assessment.

Example

Accurate evaluation helps determine resource sustainability.

正確な評価は、資源の持続可能性を決定するのに役立ちます。

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 /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 noun/verb /stʌmp/

stump

木の切り株、困惑させる

Meaning

the base of a tree left after the trunk is cut down; to puzzle or confuse

Example

The question completely stumped the students.

その質問は学生たちを完全に困らせました。

B2 verb rɪˈzaɪn

resign

辞任する

Meaning

Voluntarily leave a job or other position.

Example

Ministers were forced to resign.

大臣たちは辞任を余儀なくされました。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈlɪmɪtɪd/

unlimited

無制限

Meaning

without any limits or restrictions

Example

The internet plan offers unlimited data for the whole month.

インターネットプランは1ヶ月間の無制限データを提供します。

B2 noun /əˈnælədʒi/

analogy

類推

Meaning

A comparison between two things for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

Example

The teacher used the analogy of a tree to explain the structure of an essay.

先生はエッセイの構造を説明するために木の類推を使いました。

B2 noun /ˈkænən/

Cannon

大砲

Meaning

large heavy gun that fires cannonballs or shells

Example

The castle was defended by several large cannons.

城は数台の大きなキャノンで守られていた。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊntərˌpɑːrt/

counterpart

対等者

Meaning

a person or thing that corresponds to or has the same function as another

Example

The CEO met with his counterpart in the partner company.

CEOはパートナー企業の対等者と会いました。

B2 adjective /dɪˈprɛst/

depressed

落ち込んでいる

Meaning

Feeling very sad and without hope; in a state of unhappiness.

Example

She felt depressed after losing her job.

彼女は仕事を失った後、落ち込んでいました。

B2 verb /əˈstɒnɪʃ/

astonish

驚かせる

Meaning

to surprise someone greatly; to fill with sudden wonder or amazement

Example

The magician’s final trick astonished the entire audience.

そのマジシャンの最後のトリックは観客全員を驚かせた。

B2 adjective /ˈdɪl.ɪ.dʒənt/

Diligent

勤勉な

Meaning

hardworking and careful; showing persistent effort

Example

She is a diligent student who studies every day.

彼女は毎日勉強している勤勉な学生です。

B2 noun ˌkɒn.fɪ.den.ʃiˈæl.ɪ.ti

confidentiality

機密性

Meaning

The state of keeping or being kept secret or private

Example

Confidentiality is crucial in data security.

機密性はデータセキュリティにおいて重要です。

B2 noun ˈbleɪzə

blazer

ブレザー

Meaning

A coloured jacket worn by members of a club, team, or school as part of a uniform.

Example

He looked sharp in his navy blue blazer at the event.

彼はイベントでネイビーブルーのブレザーを着て鋭く見えました。

B2 adjective ˈɡraʊndˌbreɪ.kɪŋ

groundbreaking

画期的

Meaning

Introducing new ideas or methods; innovative or pioneering.

Example

Groundbreaking advancements redefine innovation.

画期的な進展はイノベーションを再定義します。

B2 noun /ˈmærəθən/

marathon

マラソン

Meaning

a long-distance running race, typically 42.195 kilometers (26.2 miles)

Example

She completed the marathon in under four hours.

彼女は4時間以内にマラソンを完走しました。

B2 adjective /ˈrʌs.ti/

Rusty

錆びた; 練習不足; 最近の練習不足による障害

Meaning

affected by rust; out of practice; impaired by lack of recent practice

Example

My piano skills are rusty after not playing for years.

何年もピアノを弾いていなかったので、私のピアノのスキルは錆びついています。

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 verb /ˈsteɪ.bə.laɪz/

stabilize

安定させる

Meaning

to make something steady, secure, or unlikely to change suddenly

Example

The government took measures to stabilize the economy.

政府は経済を安定させるための措置を講じた。

B2 adjective səˈfɪs.tɪ.keɪ.tɪd

sophisticated

洗練された

Meaning

Having great knowledge or experience of the world and knowing about fashion, culture, and other things that people think are socially important; highly developed or complex.

Example

Sophisticated designs enhance aesthetics.

洗練されたデザインは美学を高めます。

B2 noun ˈæmbɪəns

ambience

雰囲気

Meaning

The character and atmosphere of a place.

Example

The restaurant's ambience was relaxed and inviting, perfect for a casual dinner.

レストランの雰囲気はリラックスしていて、カジュアルなディナーに最適でした。

B2 noun /təˈreɪn/

terrain

地形

Meaning

a stretch of land, especially with regard to its physical features

Example

The soldiers had to cross rough terrain during the mission.

兵士たちは任務中に険しい地形を越えなければならなかった。

B2 noun /ˈmaɪnd.fʊl.nəs/

mindfulness

マインドフルネス

Meaning

The basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we're doing.

Example

Mindfulness practices improve focus and emotional balance.

マインドフルネスの実践は集中力と感情のバランスを改善します。

B2 adjective /dɪˈzɜːrtɪd/

deserted

人がいない

Meaning

Empty of people; abandoned.

Example

The village looked completely deserted after the storm.

嵐の後、その村は完全に人がいないように見えた。

B2 verb /dɒdʒ/

dodge

避ける

Meaning

to move quickly to one side to avoid something; to avoid dealing with something cleverly or dishonestly

Example

The boxer managed to dodge his opponent's punch.

ボクサーは相手のパンチをかわすことに成功した。

B2 noun /ˌreɡ.jʊˈlær.ɪ.ti/

Regularity

規則正しさ

Meaning

the quality of being regular; occurring at fixed intervals or in a consistent pattern

Example

The regularity of his exercise routine helped him stay healthy.

彼の運動習慣の規則正しさが健康を維持するのに役立ちました。

B2 verb /ˈæləkeɪt/

allocate

割り当てる

Meaning

to distribute or assign resources, duties, or responsibilities for a specific purpose

Example

The manager allocated funds for the new project.

マネージャーは新しいプロジェクトのために資金を割り当てました。

B2 noun /traʊt/

Trout

マス

Meaning

a freshwater fish species known for its delicate flavor and often found in cold, clear waters

Example

Rainbow trout is popular among anglers for sport fishing.

レインボートラウトはスポーツフィッシングの中で人気があります。

B2 adjective /ˈspiː.di/

Speedy

速い; 素早い; 機敏な;

Meaning

moving or happening quickly; fast

Example

The speedy delivery service arrived within an hour.

速い配送サービスは1時間以内に到着しました。

B2 noun /ˈsɛnsəs/

census

国勢調査

Meaning

An official count or survey of a population, typically recording various details of individuals.

Example

The government conducted a census to update demographic data.

政府は人口統計データを更新するために国勢調査を実施しました。

B2 noun /ˈproʊtəkɔːl/

protocol

プロトコル

Meaning

an official procedure or system of rules

Example

The security team followed strict protocol during the event.

セキュリティチームはイベント中に厳格なプロトコルに従いました。

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 noun ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃənz

revolutions

革命

Meaning

Dramatic and wide-reaching changes in political, social, or economic systems, often involving the overthrow of a government or social order.

Example

Revolutions often lead to significant societal changes.

革命はしばしば社会的な変革をもたらす。

B2 adverb /ˈwɪl.ɪŋ.li/

Willingly

自発的に

Meaning

in a willing manner; voluntarily; with free will

Example

She willingly helped her neighbors during the emergency.

彼女は緊急時に自発的に隣人を助けました。

B2 verb /ˈsʌməraɪz/

summarize

要約する

Meaning

To give a brief statement of the main points of something

Example

She summarized the report in just a few minutes.

彼女は数分で報告書を要約した。

B2 noun /ˈmet.roʊ reɪl/

Metro Rail

メトロ

Meaning

an underground urban railway system; subway system

Example

The metro rail connects all major areas of the city efficiently.

メトロレールは都市のすべての主要地域を効率的に結びつけます。

B2 noun /ˈfaʊn.tən/

Fountain

噴水

Meaning

a natural spring of water; an artificial structure from which water flows

Example

The fountain in the park attracts many visitors.

公園の噴水は多くの訪問者を引き寄せます。

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 /wʌn θɜːd/

one-third

三分の一

Meaning

one part of something that is divided into three equal parts

Example

One-third of the class was absent today.

クラスの三分の一が今日は欠席でした。

B2 noun /vɜːrdʒ/

Verge

縁; 境界; しきい値

Meaning

the edge or border of something; very close to happening

Example

She was on the verge of tears.

彼女は涙の縁に立っていた。

B2 noun /ˈrɪə.lɪ.zəm/

realism

リアリズム

Meaning

The quality of representing things as they are; a practical or factual view.

Example

Her paintings are admired for their realism.

彼女の絵画はそのリアリズムで賞賛されています。

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 noun ˈʃɔːtkʌmɪŋz

shortcomings

欠点

Meaning

A fault or failure to meet a certain standard; deficiencies.

Example

Institutional shortcomings affect student behavior negatively.

制度的な欠点は学生の行動に悪影響を与える。

B2 verb /ɪnˈkʌmpəs/

encompass

網羅する

Meaning

To include comprehensively; to surround or encircle.

Example

The project will encompass all aspects of rural development.

そのプロジェクトは農村開発のすべての側面を網羅します。

B2 noun /ˈɑːftərmɑːθ/

aftermath

影響

Meaning

the consequences or aftereffects of an event or situation, especially a disastrous one

Example

The aftermath of the earthquake was devastating.

地震の影響は壊滅的でした。

Wrapper

包み

Meaning

a loose garment worn around the body; covering material

Example

She put on a warm wrapper before going outside.

彼女は外出前に温かいラッパーを着ました。

B2 noun /kənˈvɜː.ʃən/

Conversion

コンバージョン, 変化, 変換

Meaning

The process of changing or causing something to change from one form to another.

Example

High website conversion rates indicate effective marketing.

ウェブサイトのコンバージョン率の高さは、効果的なマーケティングを示しています。

B2 noun /ˈmɔɪs.tʃər/

Moisture

湿気

Meaning

water or dampness that exists in small amounts in the air or on a surface

Example

The skin cream helps retain moisture.

スキンクリームは湿気を保持するのに役立ちます。

B2 adjective /rɪˈspek.tə.bəl/

Respectable

尊敬すべき

Meaning

worthy of respect; having good reputation; decent

Example

He comes from a respectable family in the community.

彼は地域社会の尊敬すべき家族から来ました。

B2 adjective /ˈɪrɪteɪtɪd/

irritated

いらいらした

Meaning

feeling annoyed or impatient; having inflamed or sore physical condition

Example

She felt irritated by the constant noise outside her window.

窓の外の絶え間ない騒音に彼女はいらいらした。

B2 adjective /ˈkwɜːrki/

quirky

風変わりな

Meaning

Unusual in an interesting, charming, or odd way.

Example

She has a quirky sense of fashion that makes her stand out.

彼女は個性的なファッションセンスを持っており、それが彼女を際立たせています。

B2 noun /juːˈtɪl.ə.ti/

Utility

効用; 利益; 公共サービス

Meaning

the state of being useful, profitable, or beneficial; a public service

Example

The utility of solar panels increases with rising electricity costs.

電気料金の上昇とともに、太陽光パネルの効用が増加しています。

B2 noun əˈʃɔː.rəns

assurance

保証

Meaning

A positive declaration intended to give confidence; a promise.

Example

Assurance of quality is a priority for the council.

品質の保証は委員会の優先事項です。

B2 conjunction /ˌɔːlˈbiː.ɪt/

albeit

それでも

Meaning

Although; even though.

Example

He finally agreed, albeit reluctantly.

彼は最終的に同意したが、それでも嫌々だった。

B2 noun /ɡler/

Glare

怒りのこもった凝視; 強くてまぶしい光

Meaning

a fierce or angry stare; a strong and dazzling light

Example

The teacher's stern glare silenced the noisy students immediately.

先生の厳しい視線は、すぐに騒がしい学生たちを静めました。

B2 verb /ɪnˈflɪkt/

inflict

加える

Meaning

to cause something unpleasant or painful to be suffered by someone or something

Example

The storm inflicted considerable damage to the city.

嵐は都市にかなりの被害を与えました。

B2 noun ˌrɛstəˈreɪʃən

restoration

修復

Meaning

The process of returning something to its former condition.

Example

The restoration of the forest began after decades of neglect.

森林の修復は数十年の放置後に始まりました。

B2 adjective /ˈrɪski/

risky

Meaning

Involving the possibility of danger, harm, or loss

Example

Investing in that startup is risky but could bring high rewards.

B2 noun /slɒt/

slot

スロット

Meaning

a narrow opening into which something fits or is placed

Example

Insert the card into the slot to open the door.

カードをスロットに挿入して、ドアを開けてください。