B1 noun /ˈstʌmək eɪk/

stomach ache

腹痛

Meaning

Pain in the stomach or abdominal area

Example

I have a stomach ache after eating too much.

食べ過ぎた後、腹痛があります。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈkaʊntəbəl/

Uncountable

数えきれない; 無限の

Meaning

too many to be counted; innumerable; infinite in quantity

Example

There are uncountable stars in the night sky.

夜空には無数の星があります。

B1 noun /tiːn/

teen

ティーンエイジャー

Meaning

a person aged between 13 and 19 years.

Example

He's a teenager who loves sports.

彼はスポーツが好きなティーンエイジャーです。

B1 adjective ˈkɒmplɛks

complex

複雑

Meaning

Having many interrelated parts or factors; complicated.

Example

The relationship between poverty and education is complex.

貧困と教育の関係は複雑です。

B1 noun /ˌɡrædʒ.uˈeɪ.ʃən/

graduation

Meaning

the act of receiving a degree or diploma after completing a course of study

Example

Her parents attended her graduation ceremony with pride.

B1 noun /ˈlɪm.ɪt/

Limit

制限; 限界

Meaning

a point or level beyond which something does not or may not extend or pass; the greatest amount allowed

Example

There is a speed limit on this road.

この道には速度制限があります。

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 verb /kəˈmɪt/

commit

Meaning

To carry out or perpetrate an act; to pledge or bind to a course of action.

Example

He committed a serious mistake in the report.

B1 noun /ˈvæk.juːm/

vacuum

真空

Meaning

A space entirely devoid of matter; an absence of atmosphere or content.

Example

The scientist created a vacuum chamber for the experiment.

科学者は実験のために真空室を作りました。

B1 noun /per/

Pear

梨

Meaning

a sweet juicy fruit with a rounded shape that is wider at the bottom than the top

Example

She enjoyed a fresh pear from the orchard.

彼女は果樹園から新鮮な梨を楽しみました。

B1 noun /ˈbʊt.ʃər/

Butcher

肉屋

Meaning

a person whose job is cutting up and selling meat in a shop

Example

The butcher recommended the best cut of beef for our dinner.

肉屋は私たちの夕食のために最高の牛肉の切り身を勧めました。

B1 verb /ˈstɒpɪŋ/

stopping

停止

Meaning

Coming to a halt or pause.

Example

The ship is stopping at the Falkland Islands.

船はフォークランド諸島で停泊しています。

B1 noun /ɪˌmædʒ.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Imagination

想像力; 創造的思考

Meaning

the faculty or action of forming new ideas or images not present to the senses; creative thinking

Example

Children's imagination allows them to turn a cardboard box into a spaceship or castle.

子供たちのイマジネーションは、段ボール箱を宇宙船やお城に変えることを可能にします。

B1 adjective /ˈmædʒɪkəl/

magical

Meaning

having or producing the charm, beauty, or power of magic

Example

The sunset over the mountains was a magical sight.

B1 noun /læm/

Lamb

子羊

Meaning

a young sheep; meat from a young sheep

Example

The little lamb followed its mother everywhere.

その小さな子羊は母親の後をどこでも追いかけた。

B1 verb rɪˈdjuːst

reduced

減らす

Meaning

Make smaller or less in amount, degree, or size.

Example

Singapore has reduced plastic usage significantly.

シンガポールはプラスチックの使用を大幅に減らしました。

B1 noun /ˈɪnstrəmənt/

instrument

楽器

Meaning

A tool or device used for a particular purpose, especially for scientific or musical work.

Example

The doctor used a special instrument during the surgery.

医師は手術中に特別な楽器を使用しました。

B1 noun /ɪnˈtɛnʃən/

intention

意図

Meaning

A plan, aim, or purpose behind an action.

Example

Her intention was to finish the project before the deadline.

彼女の意図はプロジェクトを締め切り前に終わらせることだった。

B1 adverb /ˈmiːn.waɪl/

Meanwhile

その間

Meaning

at the same time; during the same period

Example

She was cooking dinner, meanwhile he was setting the table.

彼女は夕食を作っていた、その間、彼はテーブルを整えていた。

B1 adjective /ˈfæsɪneɪtɪŋ/

Fascinating

魅力的

Meaning

extremely interesting; captivating; enchanting

Example

The documentary about ocean life was fascinating.

海の生命に関するドキュメンタリーは魅力的だった。

B1 noun /ˈprɒf.ɪt/

Profit

利益

Meaning

money that is earned in trade or business after paying costs

Example

The company made a significant profit this quarter.

その会社はこの四半期にかなりの利益を上げました。

B1 noun /ˈmeɪkʌp/

makeup

化粧

Meaning

cosmetics used to enhance or alter appearance

Example

She applied makeup before the party.

彼女はパーティーの前に化粧をした。

B1 verb ˈɪndɪkeɪts

indicates

示す

Meaning

Point out; show; be a sign or symptom of; suggest as a desirable or necessary course of action.

Example

The rising trend indicates an urgent need for action.

上昇している傾向は、行動が急務であることを示しています。

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 noun ˈtʃɑː.dʒɪŋ

charging

充電

Meaning

The process of supplying electrical energy to recharge a battery or power source.

Example

Electric vehicle charging stations are increasing in cities.

電気自動車の充電ステーションは都市で増えています。

B1 adverb /ˈɡreɪtli/

greatly

非常に

Meaning

to a large extent or degree; very much

Example

She was greatly admired by her students.

彼女は生徒たちから非常に賞賛されました。

B1 verb /rɪˈleɪt/

relate

Ashamed

恥ずかしい

Meaning

feeling embarrassed or guilty because of one's actions

Example

He was ashamed of his poor performance.

彼は自分の悪い成績に恥ずかしさを感じていた。

B1 noun /tʌn/

ton

トン

Meaning

A unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds (US) or 1,000 kilograms (metric); a large amount of something

Example

The truck carried a ton of apples to the market.

トラックは市場に1トンのリンゴを運んだ。

B1 verb /ˌɪntəˈrʌpt/

interrupt

割り込む

Meaning

to stop someone from speaking or doing something by suddenly saying or doing something

Example

She tried not to interrupt while he was speaking.

彼女は彼が話している間、割り込まないようにした。

B1 noun /ˈkɑːr.pən.tər/

Carpenter

大工

Meaning

a person who makes and repairs wooden objects and structures

Example

The carpenter built a beautiful wooden cabinet for the kitchen.

B1 noun, verb /ˈfəʊtəʊˌkɒpi/

photocopy

コピー

Meaning

a copy of a document made using a photocopying machine; to make such a copy

Example

Please photocopy these documents before the meeting.

会議の前にこれらの書類をコピーしてください。

B1 noun /ˈmɪk.sər/

Mixer

ミキサー

Meaning

an electric kitchen appliance used for mixing, beating, and whipping ingredients

Example

The chef used a mixer to prepare the cake batter.

シェフはケーキの生地を作るためにミキサーを使いました。

B1 adjective /ˈfrʌstreɪtɪd/

frustrated

フラストレーション

Meaning

feeling annoyed or upset because of inability to achieve something

Example

She felt frustrated after failing the exam.

彼女は試験に失敗した後、フラストレーションを感じました。

B1 noun /ˈfeɪ.vər/

Favour

好意; 手伝い; 親切

Meaning

approval, support, or liking for someone or something; a kind or helpful act

Example

Could you do me a favour and help me move this heavy box?

この重い箱を動かす手伝いをしてくれませんか？

B1 noun /ˈpænəl/

panel

パネル, 審査員グループ

Meaning

a group of people gathered to discuss, judge, or advise on a particular topic

Example

The panel of judges announced the winner of the competition.

審査員のパネルはコンテストの優勝者を発表しました。

B1 noun /ˈtʃær.ɪ.ti/

Charity

チャリティ; 寛大さ; 利他主義

Meaning

the voluntary giving of help to those in need; kindness and tolerance in judging others

Example

The wealthy businessman donated millions to charity for education.

裕福な実業家は教育のためにチャリティに何百万も寄付しました。

B1 adjective /ɪˈmiːdiət/

immediate

即時

Meaning

happening or done without delay

Example

The doctor gave her immediate attention.

医者は彼女に即時の注意を与えました。

B1 noun /ɪkˈsten.ʃən/

Extension

延長; 拡張

Meaning

the action of extending something; additional time or space

Example

The professor granted an extension for the assignment deadline.

教授は課題の締め切りに対して延長を許可しました。

B1 noun /ˌkwɒl.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Qualification

資格; 能力

Meaning

official record showing that someone has finished a training course or has necessary skills; condition or requirement

Example

She has the right qualifications for this engineering job.

彼女はこのエンジニアの仕事に必要な資格を持っています。

B1 noun /ɪkˈstent/

Extent

範囲; 広がり

Meaning

the area covered by something; the degree to which something has spread

Example

The extent of the damage caused by the flood was enormous.

洪水によって引き起こされた損害の範囲は非常に広かった。

B1 verb /sɪˈlekt/

select

選ぶ

Meaning

to choose from a number of alternatives; to pick out

Example

Please select your favorite color.

お気に入りの色を選んでください。

B1 noun ˈkeɪ.bəl

cable

ケーブル

Meaning

A thick rope of wire or nonmetallic fiber, typically used for construction, mooring ships, or transmitting electricity or telecommunication signals.

Example

The cable connects countries across continents.

ケーブルは大陸を越えて国々を接続します。

B1 noun ˈkɒnsept

concept

概念

Meaning

An abstract idea or general notion

Example

The concept of chasing two rabbits teaches focus.

二匹のウサギを追いかけるという概念は、集中力を教えます。

B1 noun /ɪˈdɪʃən/

edition

版

Meaning

a particular version or printing of a book, newspaper, or other publication

Example

The latest edition of the magazine sold out quickly.

雑誌の最新の版はすぐに売り切れました。

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 noun /ˈsɪtɪzən/

citizen

市民

Meaning

a legally recognized subject or national of a state

Example

Every citizen has the right to vote.

すべての市民は投票する権利を持っています。

B1 adverb /ˈʌðərwaɪz/

Otherwise

さもないと; 他の方法で

Meaning

in a different way; if not; or else; apart from that

Example

Study hard, otherwise you will fail the exam.

一生懸命勉強しなさい、さもないと試験に落ちます。

B1 noun /ˈvæk.siːn/

Vaccine

ワクチン

Meaning

a substance that is put into the body to prevent a disease

Example

The COVID-19 vaccine has helped reduce severe illness.

COVID-19ワクチンは重篤な病気を減少させるのに役立っています。

B1 noun /ˈhjuː.mər/

humor

Meaning

The quality of being amusing or entertaining.

Example

His sense of humor always lightens the mood.

B1 adjective /ˈtrɪki/

Tricky

難しい; 狡猾な; 騙すような

Meaning

requiring skill or careful handling; difficult to deal with

Example

This math problem is quite tricky to solve.

この数学の問題はかなり解くのが難しい。

B1 verb /kleɪm/

claim

主張する

Meaning

to assert ownership; to state as fact

Example

He claims to be the rightful owner.

彼は自分が正当な所有者だと主張しています。

B1 noun /ˈɝːθ.kweɪk/

earthquake

地震

Meaning

A sudden and violent shaking of the ground as a result of movements within the earth's crust.

Example

A powerful earthquake struck Japan last night.

昨晩、日本で強い地震が発生しました。

B1 verb /dɪˈspleɪ/

display

表示する

Meaning

to show or exhibit; to present for others to see

Example

The museum displays ancient artifacts.

博物館は古代の遺物を表示しています。

B1 noun /ˈhaʊzɪŋ/

housing

住宅

Meaning

buildings or structures where people live; accommodation

Example

The government is working to provide affordable housing for everyone.

政府はすべての人々に手頃な住宅を提供するために努力しています。

B1 noun /ˌsaʊθˈiːst/

southeast

南東

Meaning

the direction that is between south and east; a region in that direction

Example

The city is located in the southeast of the country.

その都市は国の南東に位置しています。

B1 adjective /kriˈeɪtɪv/

creative

創造的

Meaning

Having the ability to produce new and original ideas or things.

Example

She is very creative in her writing.

彼女は執筆において非常に創造的です。

B1 noun əˈdɒp.ʃən

adoption

採用

Meaning

The process of accepting, embracing, or taking up something new, such as a practice, technology, or idea.

Example

The adoption of electric vehicles is increasing worldwide.

世界中で電気自動車の採用が増えています。

B1 noun /ˈkɒkˌteɪl/

cocktail

カクテル

Meaning

a mixed drink typically containing alcohol and other ingredients.

Example

She ordered a cocktail at the bar.

彼女はバーでカクテルを注文した。

B1 noun kəˈmɪt.mənts

commitments

約束

Meaning

Formal pledges or promises to do something, especially in terms of obligations or agreements.

Example

Global commitments to renewable energy are increasing.

再生可能エネルギーに対する世界的な約束が増加しています。

B1 noun ɡlæns

glance

一瞥

Meaning

A quick or brief look.

Example

He glanced at the river and felt calm.

彼は川をちらっと見て、落ち着いた気分になった。

B1 noun /ˌɒp.əˈtjuː.nə.ti/

opportunity

チャンス

Meaning

A favorable chance or set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.

Example

She seized the opportunity to study abroad.

彼女は海外で勉強するチャンスをつかんだ。

B1 noun /kluː/

clue

手がかり

Meaning

a piece of evidence or information used in the detection of a crime or solving a puzzle

Example

The detective found a clue near the window.

探偵は窓の近くで手がかりを見つけました。

B1 noun /ˈkiː.wi/

Kiwi

キウイ

Meaning

a small brown fruit with green flesh and black seeds; a flightless bird from New Zealand

Example

I love eating fresh kiwi for breakfast.

私は朝食に新鮮なキウイを食べるのが好きです。

B1 noun /stoʊv/

Stove

ストーブ

Meaning

a kitchen appliance used for cooking food by applying heat

Example

She cooked dinner on the gas stove.

彼女はガスストーブで夕食を作った。

B1 noun /ˈneɪʃən/

nation

国家

Meaning

a large group of people united by common descent, history, culture, or language

Example

The nation celebrated its independence day with pride.

その国は独立記念日を誇りを持って祝いました。

B1 verb meɪnˈteɪn

maintain

維持する

Meaning

To keep in good condition; to preserve or sustain.

Example

Maintaining discipline in educational institutions is crucial.

教育機関での規律を維持することは重要です。

B1 adjective /ˈdʒɛnərəs/

generous

寛大

Meaning

willing to give or share more than is necessary; kind and giving

Example

She is very generous with her time and money.

彼女は時間とお金にとても寛大です。

B1 verb /ˈhaɪˌlaɪt/

highlight

強調する

Meaning

to emphasize or make something stand out

Example

The teacher highlighted the most important points in the text.

先生はテキストで最も重要な点をハイライトしました。

B1 verb /əˈpriːʃieɪt/

appreciate

感謝する

Meaning

to recognize the value or significance of; to be grateful for

Example

I really appreciate your help with this project.

このプロジェクトでのあなたの助けに本当に感謝しています。

B1 verb /dɪˈvaɪd/

divide

分ける

Meaning

to separate into parts; to split or break apart

Example

Please divide the cake into eight pieces.

ケーキを8つに分けてください。

B1 phrasal verb /bloʊ aʊt/

blow out

吹き消す

Meaning

to extinguish by blowing; to fail suddenly or burst; to expand or exceed limits dramatically

Example

She blew out the candles on her birthday cake.

彼女は誕生日ケーキのろうそくを吹き消した。

B1 noun /ˈsiːlɪŋ/

ceiling

天井

Meaning

the upper interior surface of a room

Example

The ceiling of the hall was painted beautifully.

ホールの天井は美しく塗られていました。

B1 noun /ˈloʊnlinəs/

Loneliness

孤独

Meaning

The state of being alone and feeling sad about it.

Example

She felt a deep sense of loneliness after moving to the new city.

新しい街に引っ越した後、彼女は深い孤独を感じた。

B1 noun /ˈvaɪrəs/

virus

ウイルス

Meaning

A tiny infectious agent that can replicate only inside the living cells of an organism.

Example

The computer was infected with a dangerous virus.

コンピュータは危険なウイルスに感染していました。

B1 noun /ˈfjuː.əl/

Fuel

燃料

Meaning

a material such as coal, gas, or oil that is burned to produce heat or power

Example

The rising cost of fuel has affected transportation and heating expenses worldwide.

燃料の価格上昇は、世界中の輸送と暖房費に影響を与えました。

B1 noun /ˈmaɪ.krəˌskoʊp/

microscope

顕微鏡

Meaning

An optical instrument used for viewing very small objects, such as cells, by magnifying them.

Example

The scientist observed the bacteria under the microscope.

科学者は顕微鏡で細菌を観察した。

B1 adjective /ʌnˈtru/

Untrue

嘘の; 間違った

Meaning

not true; false; incorrect

Example

His statement about the incident was completely untrue.

彼の事件に関する声明は完全に嘘でした。

B1 noun /klɪf/

cliff

崖

Meaning

a high, steep face of rock or earth

Example

The waves crashed against the bottom of the cliff.

波は崖の底にぶつかりました。

B1 verb /kruːz/

cruise

幸せ

Meaning

to travel smoothly at a moderate speed, especially for pleasure

Example

They decided to cruise along the coast during their vacation.

彼女は賞を受け取ったときの幸せを隠すことができませんでした。

B1 noun sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti

security

セキュリティ

Meaning

The state of being free from danger, threat, or loss.

Example

Food security is essential for human survival.

食料安全は人類の生存にとって不可欠です。

B1 verb /ˈedɪt/

edit

編集する

Meaning

to make changes to improve or correct something

Example

I need to edit this document before submission.

この文書を提出前に編集する必要があります。

B1 noun /ˈsʌb.weɪ/

Subway

地下鉄

Meaning

an underground railway system; an underground passage for pedestrians

Example

I take the subway to work every morning because it's faster than driving.

私は毎朝仕事に行くために地下鉄に乗ります。なぜならそれは車で運転するより速いからです。

B1 noun /juːˈten.səlz/

Utensils

食器

Meaning

tools or implements used for cooking, eating, or serving food

Example

Please wash all the cooking utensils after preparing dinner.

ディナーを準備した後、すべての料理用具を洗ってください。

B1 verb /ɪnˈstɔːl/

install

インストールする

Meaning

To place or fix equipment or software so it is ready for use.

Example

He installed the new software on his computer.

彼はコンピュータに新しいソフトウェアをインストールしました。

B1 noun ɪmˈpruːv.mənts

improvements

改善

Meaning

The action of making or becoming better; an instance of something becoming or being made better.

Example

Continuous improvements increase productivity.

継続的な改善は生産性を高めます。

B1 adjective /ˈwel.θi/

Wealthy

裕福な; 金持ちの; 繁栄した

Meaning

having a great deal of money; rich; prosperous

Example

The wealthy businessman donated millions to charity.

裕福な実業家は慈善活動に何百万ドルも寄付しました。

B1 noun /ˈbreɪs.lət/

Bracelet

ブレスレット

Meaning

an ornamental band worn around the wrist

Example

She received a gold bracelet as a birthday gift.

彼女は誕生日のプレゼントとして金のブレスレットをもらった。

B1 adjective /ɪkˈspɛktɪd/

expected

予期された

Meaning

Regarded as likely to happen; anticipated or predicted.

Example

The unemployment rate is expected to decline further.

失業率はさらに低下すると予想されています。

B1 verb /ɪɡˈzæm.ɪn/

examine

幸福

Meaning

to look at something carefully in order to understand it

Example

The doctor will examine the patient tomorrow.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せませんでした。

B1 noun /ˈlek.tʃər/

Lecture

講義

Meaning

an educational talk to an audience, especially to students in a university or college

Example

The professor gave an interesting lecture on history.

教授は歴史について興味深いレクチャーを行いました。

B1 adjective /ˈdiː.teɪld/

detailed

詳細

Meaning

Having many details; very thorough.

Example

The report provided a detailed analysis of the situation.

報告書は状況の詳細な分析を提供しました。

B1 noun /ˈpɑr.dən/

Pardon

許し; 謝罪;

Meaning

forgiveness; the action of forgiving or being forgiven for an error or offense

Example

I beg your pardon for interrupting the meeting.

会議を中断したことをお詫び申し上げます。

B1 noun ˈkraɪsɪs

crisis

危機

Meaning

A time of intense difficulty, trouble, or danger.

Example

The financial crisis affected global markets.

金融危機は世界の市場に影響を与えた。

B1 noun /ˈfeɪ.ljər/

Failure

失敗

Meaning

lack of success; an unsuccessful person, enterprise, or thing

Example

The project's failure was due to poor planning and communication.

プロジェクトの失敗は、計画とコミュニケーションの不備によるものでした。

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 /pɔːrk/

pork

幸せ

Meaning

the flesh of a pig used as food

Example

He doesn't eat pork for religious reasons.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せませんでした。

B1 noun /ədˈvæns/

Advance

進歩; 発展; 前払い

Meaning

progress or development; movement forward; money paid before it is due

Example

Technology has made great advances in recent years.

技術は近年大きな進歩を遂げました。

B1 noun /ˈhæŋ.kər.tʃɪf/

Handkerchief

ハンカチ

Meaning

a small piece of cloth used for wiping the nose or face

Example

She always carries a clean handkerchief in her purse.

彼女はいつもバッグにきれいなハンカチを持っています。

B1 noun /məˈkænɪk/

mechanic

メカニック

Meaning

a person who repairs and maintains machines or vehicles

Example

The mechanic fixed the engine in less than an hour.

そのメカニックは1時間以内にエンジンを修理しました。

B1 adjective /rɔː/

Raw

生の; 処理されていない; 自然な状態で; 未熟な

Meaning

uncooked; not processed; in natural state; inexperienced

Example

The chef prefers to use raw vegetables in his salads.

シェフはサラダに生野菜を使うのが好きです。

B1 verb /ˈkɒntrækt/

contract

契約する

Meaning

to make smaller; to enter into a formal agreement

Example

The company will contract a new supplier for materials.

会社は新しい供給者と契約を結ぶでしょう。

B1 noun /ˈtreɪlər/

trailer

予告編 / トレーラー

Meaning

a preview of a movie or a vehicle used for transporting goods

Example

The movie trailer was released last week.

映画の予告編は先週公開されました。

B1 noun /ˈtaɪpoʊ/

typo

タイプミス

Meaning

a mistake made in typing

Example

The report was full of typos.

レポートはタイプミスだらけだった。

B1 adjective /ɪnˌθjuːziˈæstɪk/

enthusiastic

熱心な

Meaning

Having or showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.

Example

The explorers were enthusiastic about the journey.

探検家たちはその旅に熱心でした。

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。

B1 verb /ʃaʊt/

shout

叫ぶ

Meaning

to say something very loudly

Example

He shouted at the top of his lungs to get their attention.

彼は彼らの注意を引くために全力で叫んだ。

B1 noun /tʃɑːrm/

Charm

魅力; 魔法; 魅力的な力

Meaning

the power or quality of giving delight or arousing admiration; a magical spell or talisman

Example

Her natural charm and wit made her popular at social gatherings.

彼女の自然な魅力と機知は、社交的な集まりで彼女を人気者にした。

B1 verb /ˌɛntərˈteɪn/

entertain

Meaning

to provide amusement, enjoyment, or hospitality to others

Example

The comedian entertained the audience with his jokes.

B1 verb /stiːl/

steal

盗む

Meaning

to take something without permission; to rob

Example

It's wrong to steal from others.

他人から盗むことは間違っています。

B1 verb /ˈpʌnɪʃ/

punish

罰する

Meaning

to give a penalty for wrongdoing; to discipline

Example

The teacher will punish students who cheat.

先生はカンニングした生徒を罰します。

B1 adverb /ˌhæfˈweɪ/

halfway

途中で

Meaning

at or to a point equal in distance between two points

Example

We met halfway between the two towns.

私たちは二つの町の間の途中で会いました。

B1 /ˈpæt.ən/

Pattern

模様 / パターン

Meaning

A repeated decorative design or a regular way in which something happens or is done.

Example

The dress had a beautiful floral pattern.

そのドレスには美しい花柄のパターンがありました。

B1 noun /ˈtɛkstbʊk/

textbook

教科書

Meaning

a book used for studying a subject in school or college

Example

She bought a new biology textbook for her class.

彼女はクラスのために新しい生物学の教科書を買いました。

B1 verb, noun, adjective /ˈmeltɪŋ/

melting

溶けること

Meaning

the process of changing from solid to liquid due to heat; becoming softer or less rigid; emotionally moving or tender

Example

The ice is melting quickly under the hot sun.

氷は強い日差しで早く溶けています。

B1 noun /twɪn/

twin

双子

Meaning

either of two children born at the same time to the same mother

Example

They have twin girls.

彼らには双子の女の子がいます。

B1 noun /ˈwɜːrkpleɪs/

workplace

職場

Meaning

a place where people work, such as an office, factory, or shop

Example

Maintaining good communication is vital in the workplace.

職場で良好なコミュニケーションを保つことは非常に重要です。

B1 noun /feɪk/

Fake

偽物; 詐欺; 偽の物

Meaning

a thing that is not genuine; a forgery or sham

Example

The painting was discovered to be a fake worth very little money.

その絵画は偽物であると発見され、その価値は非常に低かった。

B1 noun /weɪdʒ/

Wage

賃金; 給料;

Meaning

money paid to someone for work, especially for work done by the hour or day

Example

The company increased the minimum wage for all workers.

会社はすべての労働者の最低賃金を引き上げました。

B1 noun /ˈtriːtmənt/

Treatment

治療

Meaning

medical care given to a patient for an illness or injury; the action of treating someone or something

Example

The doctor recommended a new treatment for her condition.

医者は彼女の状態に新しい治療法を勧めました。

B1 noun /pɜːrl/

Pearl

真珠

Meaning

a hard, lustrous object produced within the soft tissue of a shelled mollusk; used in jewelry

Example

She wore a beautiful pearl necklace to the wedding.

彼女は結婚式で美しい真珠のネックレスをしていました。