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B2 adjective /səbˈstæn.ʃəl/

Substantial

実質的; かなりの; 重要な
Meaning
large in size, amount, or importance; considerable; significant
Example
There was a substantial increase in sales this quarter.
この四半期に売上は実質的に増加しました。
B2 verb /stɑːv/

starve

飢え死に
Meaning
to suffer or die from lack of food
Example
He was left to starve in the desert.
彼は砂漠で飢え死にするために放置された。
B2 adjective /ˈsændi/

Sandy

砂の; 砂質の
Meaning
covered with sand; containing sand; having the texture of sand
Example
The sandy beach stretched for miles along the coast.
砂浜は海岸に沿って何マイルも続いていました。
B2 noun /səbˈmɪʃən/

submission

提出, 服従
Meaning
the act of yielding to authority or presenting something for consideration
Example
Her submission of the report was appreciated by the manager.
彼女の報告書の提出は、マネージャーに評価されました。
B2 noun ˈskruːtɪni

scrutiny

詳細な調査
Meaning
Critical observation or examination
Example
The new law is under scrutiny by the legislative body.
新しい法律は立法機関による詳細な調査の下にあります。
B2 noun /ˈsoʊlər ɪˈklɪps/

Solar eclipse

日食
Meaning
an eclipse in which the sun is obscured by the moon passing between it and the earth
Example
The solar eclipse will be visible from our city next month.
来月、私たちの街から日食が見ることができます。
B2 noun /səˈnɛərioʊ/

scenario

可能な状況
Meaning
a possible situation or sequence of events
Example
The company prepared for the worst-case scenario.
会社は最悪のシナリオに備えました。
B2 verb /səˈspɛnd/

suspend

一時停止する
Meaning
To temporarily stop something from being active or valid.
Example
The company decided to suspend his membership.
その会社は彼の会員資格をサスペンドすることに決めました。
B2 noun ˈsoʊʃəl rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪləti

social responsibility

社会的責任
Meaning
The duty to act in ways that benefit society as a whole.
Example
Social responsibility should be part of the education curriculum.
社会的責任は教育課程の一部であるべきです。
B2 noun /ˌsɛlf ɪˈstiːm/

self-esteem

自尊心
Meaning
confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect
Example
Building self-esteem takes time and consistent effort.
自尊心を築くには時間と一貫した努力が必要です。
B2 adjective /ˈstʌf.i/

Stuffy

新鮮な空気が不足している; 通気性が悪い; 形式的で保守的な態度
Meaning
lacking fresh air; poorly ventilated; formal and conservative in attitude
Example
The room was stuffy and needed fresh air.
部屋はこもっていて、新鮮な空気が必要でした。
B2 verb /stɪŋ/

sting

刺す
Meaning
to pierce with a sharp point; to cause sharp pain
Example
The bee stung him on his arm while he was gardening.
蜂は彼が庭仕事をしているときに彼の腕を刺しました。
B2 noun /ˈsiːkər/

seeker

探求者
Meaning
a person who is looking for something, especially knowledge or truth
Example
The seeker traveled far to find the answers to his questions.
探求者は自分の質問に対する答えを見つけるために遠くまで旅しました。
B2 noun /ˌsuː.pərˈstɪʃ.ən/

Superstition

迷信
Meaning
a belief or practice considered irrational or supernatural
Example
Breaking a mirror brings seven years of bad luck is a common superstition.
鏡を壊すと7年間の不運を招く、これは一般的な迷信です。
B2 noun /ˌsɪmjuˈleɪʃən/

simulation

シミュレーション
Meaning
the imitation of a situation or process
Example
The simulation helped the students understand the complex theory.
シミュレーションは学生が複雑な理論を理解するのを助けました。
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, verb /stɛm/

stem

茎 / 食い止める
Meaning
Noun: The main stalk of a plant. Verb: To stop or restrict the flow or development of something.
Example
The gardener cut the stem of the rose; New policies aim to stem the flow of pollution.
庭師はバラの茎を切りました; 新しい政策は汚染の流れを食い止めることを目指しています。
B2 adjective /ˈstʌnɪŋ/

stunning

驚くべき
Meaning
extremely impressive or attractive
Example
The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely stunning.
山の頂上からの景色は本当に驚くべきものでした。
B2 noun /ˌsuːpərɪnˈtɛndənt/

superintendent

監督者
Meaning
a person who oversees, manages, or directs an organization, building, or project
Example
The superintendent visited the classrooms to check on progress.
監督者は進捗を確認するために教室を訪れました。
B2 verb /ˈstreɪtən/

straighten

整える
Meaning
to make something straight or tidy; to correct or organize
Example
She straightened her hair before the meeting.
会議の前に彼女は髪を整えた。
B2 noun /spæn/

span

スパン
Meaning
the full extent or length of something from one end to another
Example
The bridge has a span of over 500 meters.
橋のスパンは500メートル以上です。
B2 verb /skoʊld/

scold

叱る
Meaning
to criticize angrily; to rebuke
Example
The teacher scolded the students for being late.
先生は遅刻した学生を叱りました。
B2 noun ˈsækrɪfaɪs

sacrifice

犠牲
Meaning
An act of giving up something valued for the sake of something else.
Example
The country was freed due to the sacrifice of the warriors.
国は戦士たちの犠牲によって解放された。
B2 noun /ˈsɪmptəm/

symptom

症状
Meaning
a sign or indication of something, especially of an illness
Example
Fever is a common symptom of the flu.
熱はインフルエンザの一般的な症状です。
B2 adjective /ʃɪər/

Sheer

完全な; 絶対的な; 透明な; 非常に急な
Meaning
complete; absolute; transparent; very steep
Example
It was sheer luck that we found the place.
それは私たちが場所を見つけた純粋な運だった。
B2 adjective /ˈslɪp.ər.i/

Slippery

滑りやすい
Meaning
smooth and difficult to hold; causing sliding or slipping
Example
The wet floor was very slippery after cleaning.
清掃後、濡れた床はとても滑りやすかった。
B2 noun /spaɪn/

Spine

背骨; 構造物の中央支柱
Meaning
the backbone or vertebral column of a vertebrate; the central support of a structure
Example
She injured her spine in the accident.
事故で背骨を傷つけました。
B2 adjective /ˈskeptɪkəl/

Sceptical

懐疑的な; 疑わしい; 何かの真実に疑問を抱く
Meaning
having doubts; not easily convinced; questioning the truth of something
Example
Many scientists remain sceptical about the new theory.
多くの科学者が新しい理論に対して懐疑的な立場を取っている。
B2 noun /ˈspəʊkswɪmən/

spokeswoman

広報女性
Meaning
a woman who speaks on behalf of a group or organization
Example
The spokeswoman for the company announced the new product.
その会社の広報女性は新製品を発表した。
B2 noun, verb /stiːm/

steam

蒸気
Meaning
the vapor into which water is converted when heated; to emit or treat with steam
Example
The kettle was steaming on the stove.
ケトルはストーブで蒸気を発生させていた。
B2 adverb /ˈsiː.krət.li/

secretly

こっそり
Meaning
in a way that is hidden or not known by others
Example
She secretly planned a surprise party for her friend.
彼女は友達のためにこっそりサプライズパーティーを計画した。
B2 verb /səˈsteɪn/

sustain

維持する
Meaning
To support, maintain, or keep something going over time.
Example
The team worked hard to sustain their success.
チームは彼らの成功を維持するために一生懸命働きました。
B2 noun /sfɪər/

sphere

球体
Meaning
a round, three-dimensional shape that is perfectly symmetrical around its center; an area of activity or knowledge
Example
The Earth is almost a perfect sphere.
地球はほぼ完璧な球体です。
B2 noun steɪks

stakes

賭け
Meaning
A strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end, driven into the ground.
Example
The stakes were high for the success of the project.
プロジェクトの成功のために賭けが大きかった。
B2 verb /suː/

sue

訴える
Meaning
to bring a lawsuit against someone in a court of law
Example
She decided to sue the company for damages.
彼女は損害賠償のために会社を訴えることに決めました。
B2 noun /ˈsaɪd.laɪn/

sideline

副業
Meaning
An activity done in addition to one's main job or area of work.
Example
The sideline discussions led to mutual understanding.
副業の議論が相互理解を促進した。
B2 adjective /ˌsen.tɪˈmen.təl/

Sentimental

感傷的な
Meaning
having tender feelings; being emotional about memories or experiences
Example
She became sentimental when looking at old family photographs.
彼女は昔の家族写真を見て感傷的になった。
B2 noun /ˈsleɪvəri/

slavery

Meaning
the system or state of being owned and forced to work for someone else
Example
Slavery was abolished in most countries in the 19th century.
B2 verb /ˈsʌmən/

summon

Meaning
To order someone to come or to gather courage or strength.
Example
The king summoned his advisors to the court.
B2 adverb /ˈsoʊʃəli/

socially

社会的に
Meaning
in a way that relates to society or social interaction
Example
He is very active socially and attends many events.
彼は社会的に非常に活発で、多くのイベントに参加しています。
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 noun /ˈsuːpəvaɪzə(r)/

supervisor

監督者
Meaning
a person who manages or directs the work of others
Example
The supervisor checked the progress of each employee.
スーパーバイザーは各従業員の進捗を確認しました。
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 noun /ˈsteɪdiəm/

stadium

Meaning
a large structure with seating for sports, concerts, or other events
Example
Thousands of fans filled the stadium to watch the final match.
B2 noun /ˈstɔːrɪdʒ/

storage

保存
Meaning
the action or method of storing something for future use
Example
The warehouse offers plenty of storage space.
倉庫にはたくさんの保存スペースがあります。
B2 noun /skrɪpt/

script

脚本
Meaning
The written text of a play, film, or broadcast; handwriting style.
Example
The actor memorized his lines from the script.
俳優は脚本からセリフを覚えました。
B2 adverb /səbˈstænʃəli/

substantially

大幅に
Meaning
to a great extent or degree
Example
The new policy has substantially improved working conditions.
新しい政策は労働条件を大幅に改善しました。
B2 adjective /ˈskɛptɪkəl/

skeptical

懐疑的な
Meaning
not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations
Example
She was skeptical about the new plan.
彼女は新しい計画に懐疑的だった。
B2 adjective ˈstrʌktʃərəl

structural

構造的
Meaning
Relating to or forming part of a structure.
Example
The structural integrity of the bridge was tested after the storm.
橋の構造的な完全性は嵐の後にテストされました。
B2 noun ˌspɛk.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən

speculation

投機
Meaning
Investment in stocks, property, or other ventures in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss.
Example
Stock market speculation can lead to high volatility.
株式市場のスペキュレーションは高いボラティリティを引き起こす可能性があります。
B2 adjective /səkˈsɛsɪv/

Successive

連続的な; 連続した
Meaning
following one after the other in order; consecutive
Example
The team won three successive matches.
チームは三回連続して試合に勝ちました。
B2 adverb /ˈsɛkʃuəli/

sexually

性的に
Meaning
in a way that relates to or involves sexual activity or feelings
Example
The film was considered too sexually explicit for young audiences.
その映画は若い観客には過度に性的に露骨だと見なされました。
B2 noun /swiːt/

suite

スイート
Meaning
a set of rooms designated for one person's or family's use or for a particular purpose
Example
They stayed in the presidential suite at the hotel.
彼らはホテルの大統領スイートに宿泊していました。
B2 verb /səbˈskraɪb/

subscribe

購読する
Meaning
to pay to receive a service regularly; to agree with or support something
Example
I subscribe to several online magazines.
私はいくつかのオンライン雑誌を購読しています。
B2 noun /ˌsuːpərˈvɪʒən/

supervision

監視
Meaning
the action or process of overseeing or managing something or someone
Example
The project was completed under the supervision of an experienced manager.
そのプロジェクトは経験豊富なマネージャーの監視の下で完了しました。
B2 adjective /ˈspiːtʃləs/

speechless

言葉を失う
Meaning
Unable to speak because of shock, surprise, or strong emotion.
Example
She was speechless when she received the award.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、言葉を失いました。
B2 verb /səˈrɛndər/

surrender

降伏する
Meaning
to give up or yield to an opponent or authority
Example
The army finally surrendered after weeks of fighting.
数週間の戦闘の後、軍隊は最終的に降伏しました。
B2 adverb /ˈsmɑːt.li/

Smartly

賢く; スタイリッシュに; 速く
Meaning
in a clever or intelligent way; neatly and stylishly; quickly
Example
He was smartly dressed for the business meeting.
彼はビジネスミーティングのためにスマートに服を着ていました。
B2 verb /spɪn/

spin

回転する
Meaning
To turn around quickly or cause something to rotate
Example
The dancer began to spin gracefully on the stage.
ダンサーはステージで優雅に回転を始めました。
B2 verb /swiːp/

sweep

掃く
Meaning
to clean by brushing; to move quickly and smoothly
Example
She sweeps the floor every morning.
彼女は毎朝床を掃く。
B2 noun /ˌspeʃiˈælɪti/

Speciality

専門分野
Meaning
a particular area of activity or interest that someone focuses on; expertise in a specific field
Example
His speciality is Italian cuisine.
彼の専門分野はイタリア料理です。
B2 noun /ˌstɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

stimulation

刺激
Meaning
The action of arousing interest, enthusiasm, or excitement.
Example
Stimulation reduces stress and aids relaxation.
刺激はストレスを減らし、リラックスを助けます。
B2 noun /ˈsɪr.i.əs.nəs/

Seriousness

真剣さ; 重要性
Meaning
the quality of being serious; gravity; importance
Example
The seriousness of the situation became clear when the doctor spoke.
その状況の真剣さは、医者が話すときに明らかになりました。
B2 noun /ˈstæm.ɪ.nə/

Stamina

持久力
Meaning
the ability to sustain prolonged physical or mental effort
Example
Marathon runners need great stamina to complete the race.
マラソンランナーはレースを完走するために素晴らしいスタミナが必要です。
B2 noun /skwɒd/

squad

チーム
Meaning
a small group of people organized for a specific purpose or task, often in the military or sports
Example
The football squad trained hard before the championship match.
サッカーチームはチャンピオンシップの試合の前に一生懸命練習した。
B2 noun /ˈsəʊ.ʃəl.ɪ.zəm/

socialism

社会主義
Meaning
An economic system where the means of production are owned by the state or community.
Example
In socialism, resources are distributed equally among citizens.
社会主義では、資源が市民間で平等に分配されます。
B2 noun /ˈsɑːrˌkæzəm/

sarcasm

皮肉
Meaning
The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.
Example
His sarcasm often made people laugh but sometimes offended them.
彼の皮肉はよく人々を笑わせたが、時々彼らを怒らせた。
B2 adjective /ˈsɜːdʒɪkəl/

surgical

外科手術に関連する
Meaning
relating to or involving surgery
Example
She underwent surgical treatment to repair the damage.
彼女は損傷を修復するために外科的治療を受けました。
B2 adjective, verb (past) /səˈspɛndɪd/

suspended

停止された
Meaning
Temporarily not allowed, stopped, or hanging.
Example
He was suspended from school for a week.
彼は1週間学校から停止された。
B2 adjective ˈsiːm.ləs

seamless

シームレス
Meaning
A process or service that works without any interruption.
Example
A seamless checkout process improves user satisfaction.
シームレスなチェックアウトプロセスは、ユーザーの満足度を向上させます。
B2 noun ˈsæt.əl.aɪt

satellite

人工衛星
Meaning
An artificial object which has been intentionally placed into orbit around a celestial body.
Example
Satellites provide critical data for research.
人工衛星は研究のために重要なデータを提供します。
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 adjective /skeərs/

Scarce

希少な; 見つけにくい; 少量で存在する
Meaning
rare; not easily found; existing in small quantities
Example
Fresh water is becoming increasingly scarce in desert regions.
砂漠地帯では、淡水がますます希少になっています。
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 noun /ˈstrʌk.tʃərz/

structures

構造物
Meaning
Buildings or other objects constructed from several parts.
Example
The region has ancient structures.
その地域には古代の構造物があります。
B2 noun /ˈʃepərd/

Shepherd

羊飼い
Meaning
a person who tends and guards sheep
Example
The shepherd guided his flock to the green pasture.
羊飼いは自分の群れを緑の牧草地に導いた。
B2 noun/verb /skɔːrn/

scorn

Meaning
the feeling or expression of contempt or disdain; to treat with contempt
Example
She looked at him with open scorn.
B2 adjective /sɪˈlek.tɪv/

Selective

選択的
Meaning
relating to or involving careful selection; choosy about what to accept
Example
The university has a selective admission process for new students.
大学には新入生のための選択的な入学プロセスがあります。
B2 adjective /ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwənt/

subsequent

その後の
Meaning
Coming after something in time; following in time or order.
Example
Subsequent events clarified the outcomes.
その後の出来事が結果を明らかにしました。
B2 adjective /stɪf/

Stiff

硬直した; 固い; 堅固な
Meaning
not easily bent or changed; rigid; firm
Example
The old wooden board was too stiff to bend.
古い木の板は曲がりにくく、硬すぎた。
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 səˈsteɪnd

sustained

支えられた
Meaning
Strengthened and supported; not allowed to weaken or fail.
Example
The proposal was not sustained.
提案は支えられませんでした。
B2 verb /ˈsʌfəkeɪt/

suffocate

Meaning
to cause someone to die or have difficulty breathing by depriving them of air
Example
The child nearly suffocated when trapped in the locked room.
B2 adjective /ˈstaɪ.lɪʃ/

Stylish

流行に敏感で魅力的な; 外見に優雅さや味を持つ
Meaning
fashionable and attractive; having elegance or taste in appearance
Example
She wore a stylish dress to the party.
彼女はパーティーでスタイリッシュなドレスを着ていた。
B2 adjective /self səˈfɪʃənt/

Self-sufficient

自給自足
Meaning
able to provide for oneself without depending on others
Example
The farm is completely self-sufficient in producing vegetables.
その農場は野菜の生産に完全に自給自足です。
B2 noun səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ɪ.ti

sustainability

持続可能性
Meaning
The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level; the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain ecological balance.
Example
Sustainability ensures long-term environmental health.
持続可能性は長期的な環境健康を保証します。
B2 verb /swel/

swell

腫れる
Meaning
to become larger, rounder, or thicker; to increase in size
Example
Her ankle began to swell after the injury.
彼女の足首は怪我の後、腫れ始めました。
B2 adverb /ˈsɒftli/

softly

静かにまたは穏やかに
Meaning
in a gentle or quiet way.
Example
She spoke softly so as not to wake the baby.
赤ちゃんを起こさないように静かに話しました。
B2 noun /ˈsʌ.plɪ.mənt/

Supplement

サプリメント
Meaning
something that completes or adds to something else; a dietary product
Example
She takes vitamin supplements to maintain her health.
彼女は健康を維持するためにビタミンサプリメントを摂取します。
B2 adjective /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪzd/

specialized

専門的な
Meaning
designed or developed for a particular purpose or function
Example
He has a specialized knowledge of ancient civilizations.
彼は古代文明に関する専門的な知識を持っています。
B2 noun /ˌsɛlf əˈwɛə.nəs/

self-awareness

自己認識
Meaning
Conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires.
Example
Self-awareness helps in understanding one's emotions and actions.
自己認識は、自己の感情や行動を理解するのに役立ちます。
B2 noun /ˈsɛntəmənt/

Sentiment

感情
Meaning
a feeling or opinion, especially one based on emotion; tender feelings of affection
Example
Public sentiment was strongly against the new policy.
世論は新しい政策に強く反対していた。
B2 adjective /səˈraʊndɪŋ/

surrounding

周囲の
Meaning
located all around a particular place or thing; nearby
Example
The surrounding hills were covered in mist.
周囲の丘は霧に包まれていました。
B2 noun/verb /stʌnt/

stunt

Meaning
a daring or unusual action performed for entertainment or publicity; to hinder growth or development
Example
The actor performed a dangerous stunt in the movie.
B2 noun /ˈsɪɡ.nəlz/

signals

信号
Meaning
A gesture, action, or sound conveying information or instructions.
Example
Signals from deep space were detected last week.
深宇宙からの信号は先週検出されました。
B2 verb /swaɪp/

swipe

スワイプする
Meaning
to move your finger across a touch screen or to hit with a sweeping motion
Example
He swiped left on the photo.
彼は写真で左にスワイプしました。
B2 verb /soʊ/

sow

まく
Meaning
to plant seeds in the ground; to scatter seeds for growing
Example
The farmer will sow wheat seeds in the field tomorrow.
農家は明日、畑に小麦の種をまきます。
B2 noun /skɑːr/

Scar

傷跡
Meaning
a mark left on the skin after a wound has healed; lasting emotional damage
Example
The accident left a permanent scar on his forehead.
その事故は彼の額に永遠の傷跡を残しました。
B2 adjective /ˈstuː.di.əs/

Studious

勉強熱心; 学問に没頭
Meaning
characterized by diligent study; devoted to learning
Example
She is a studious student who spends hours in the library.
彼女は図書館で何時間も過ごす勉強熱心な学生です。
B2 verb /ʃrɪŋk/

shrink

縮む
Meaning
to become smaller in size; to draw back in fear
Example
The sweater shrank after washing in hot water.
セーターは熱い水で洗った後、縮んだ。
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 noun /sɛnt/

scent

香り
Meaning
a distinctive smell, especially a pleasant one
Example
The scent of roses filled the garden.
バラの香りが庭いっぱいに広がった。
B2 verb /skɪm/

skim

素早く読む
Meaning
to move quickly over a surface or to read something quickly
Example
She skimmed through the report before the meeting.
彼女は会議の前にレポートをサッと読みました。
B2 adjective /sɪmˈbɒlɪk/

symbolic

象徴的
Meaning
serving as a symbol or representing something else
Example
The dove is symbolic of peace and freedom.
鳩は平和と自由の象徴的存在です。
B2 verb /straɪv/

strive

努力する
Meaning
To make great efforts to achieve or obtain something.
Example
She strives to be the best student in her class.
彼女はクラスで最も優れた生徒になるよう努めている。
B2 noun /strɔː/

straw

ストローまたは茎
Meaning
a thin tube for sucking up liquids; dried stalks of grain plants
Example
She drank the juice through a straw.
彼女はストローでジュースを飲んだ。
B2 adjective sɪnˈθet̬.ɪk

synthetic

合成の
Meaning
Made by chemical synthesis, especially to imitate a natural product; artificial.
Example
Synthetic chemicals are used in processed foods.
合成化学物質は加工食品に使用されます。
B2 adverb /ˈskeəs.li/

Scarcely

ほとんど; ほとんどない; わずかに
Meaning
hardly; barely; only just
Example
I could scarcely believe my eyes.
私は自分の目をほとんど信じられなかった。
B2 verb, noun, adjective /streɪ/

stray

迷子になる
Meaning
to move away from the correct path or go off course; a person or animal that has wandered off; something that is not where it belongs
Example
The dog strayed from the yard and got lost.
その犬は庭から外れ、迷子になった。
B2 adjective /stiːp/

steep

急な, 高すぎる
Meaning
Having a sharp inclination or high slope; also can mean excessive (as in price).
Example
The hikers climbed a steep mountain trail.
ハイカーたちは急な山道を登った。
B2 adjective /steɪl/

Stale

古くなった; しけた; 新鮮でない
Meaning
no longer fresh; lacking originality or novelty
Example
The bread became stale after sitting out for three days.
パンは三日後に古くなった。
B2 adjective /səˈbɜːrbən/

suburban

郊外の
Meaning
relating to or characteristic of a suburb or the people living there
Example
They bought a house in a quiet suburban area.
彼らは静かな郊外の地域に家を買いました。
B2 verb /ˈʃætər/

shatter

壊れる
Meaning
To break suddenly into many small pieces.
Example
The glass will shatter if you drop it.
ガラスは落とすと壊れる。
B2 adjective /senˈseɪʃənəl/

Sensational

センセーショナル; 印象的; 驚異的
Meaning
causing great excitement or shock; extremely impressive
Example
The sensational performance left the audience speechless.
そのセンセーショナルなパフォーマンスは観客を言葉を失わせました。
B2 noun /ˈspesɪmən/

Specimen

標本; 試料; サンプル
Meaning
an individual example of something; a sample collected for scientific study or testing
Example
The scientist collected a blood specimen for analysis.
科学者は分析のために血液の標本を集めました。
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 adjective /ˈskɪni/

Skinny

痩せた; 細い; 骨ばかりの
Meaning
very thin; having little flesh or fat on the body
Example
The skinny cat looked like it hadn't eaten for days.
その痩せた猫は、数日間食べていないように見えました。
B2 verb /spreɪ/

spray

スプレーする
Meaning
to apply liquid to something in a fine mist
Example
She sprayed perfume on her wrist before leaving.
彼女は出かける前に手首に香水をスプレーしました。
B2 verb /sɪp/

sip

すする
Meaning
to drink in small quantities; to taste carefully
Example
She sipped her tea slowly while reading the newspaper.
彼女は新聞を読みながら、ゆっくりとお茶をすすっていました。
B2 adjective /ˈstraɪkɪŋ/

striking

印象的な
Meaning
very noticeable or impressive in appearance or effect
Example
Her striking beauty caught everyone's attention.
彼女の印象的な美しさは皆の注目を集めました。
B2 verb, noun /sniːz/

sneeze

くしゃみをする
Meaning
to expel air involuntarily from the nose and mouth due to irritation; the act of sneezing
Example
I had to sneeze during the meeting.
会議中にくしゃみをしなければならなかった。