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A2 adjective /sər'praɪz.ɪŋ/

Surprising

驚くべき; 予想外の
Meaning
causing surprise; unexpected; remarkable
Example
It's surprising how quickly children learn new languages.
子供たちが新しい言語をどれだけ早く学ぶかは驚くべきことです。
C1 noun, adverb /ˈeɪliəs/

alias

別名
Meaning
A false or assumed identity; also used to mean 'otherwise called'.
Example
The criminal was known by the alias 'Shadow'.
その犯罪者は『シャドウ』という別名で知られていた。
B1 noun faʊnˈdeɪʃən

foundation

基礎
Meaning
The lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below ground level.
Example
The foundation of the building was laid with strong materials.
ビルの基礎は強力な材料で作られました。
C1 noun /tiː ˈstreɪnər/

Tea-strainer

茶こし
Meaning
a small perforated device used to strain tea leaves from brewed tea
Example
I always use a tea-strainer when pouring tea into cups.
私はお茶をカップに注ぐとき、いつも茶こしを使います。
C2 adjective /ˈvɛndɪbəl/

vendible

販売可能な
Meaning
Capable of being sold; marketable.
Example
Only vendible products were displayed at the trade fair.
販売可能な商品だけが展示会に出展されました。
C2 noun /ˈrɛv.ər.i/

reverie

白昼の夢; 夢想
Meaning
A state of being pleasantly lost in one's thoughts; a daydream.
Example
Lost in reverie, he didn't hear his name being called.
夢想にふけっているため、彼は名前が呼ばれるのを聞かなかった。
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。
B2 adjective /sɔːr/

sore

痛い
Meaning
painful or aching, usually in a specific part of the body
Example
After the long run, my legs were sore.
長いランニングの後、私の足は痛かった。
C1 noun /ˈɡuːs.bʌmps/

goosebumps

鳥肌
Meaning
small raised bumps on the skin caused by cold, fear, or excitement
Example
The horror movie gave me goosebumps.
ホラー映画で鳥肌が立った。
C1 verb /ˈskwɒbəl/

squabble

些細なことで口論する
Meaning
To argue noisily over something small or unimportant.
Example
The children squabbled over the last piece of cake.
子供たちはケーキの最後の一切れを巡って争っていました。
B2 adverb /ˈmɒdərətli/

moderately

適度に
Meaning
to a reasonable extent, not excessively
Example
She exercises moderately to stay healthy.
彼女は健康を保つために適度に運動しています。
B2 noun /ɡriːn ˈtʃɪl.i/

Green Chili

青唐辛子
Meaning
unripe chili pepper that is green in color and has a spicy taste
Example
She added chopped green chili to the salad for extra heat.
彼女はサラダに追加の辛さを加えるために切った青唐辛子を加えた。
C1 adjective /kənˈkluː.sɪv/

Conclusive

決定的な; 最終的な; 問題を完全に解決する
Meaning
final; decisive; settling a matter completely
Example
The evidence was conclusive and left no room for doubt.
その証拠は決定的であり、疑う余地を残さなかった。
B2 noun /buːˈtiːk/

boutique

ブティックショップ
Meaning
a small shop that sells fashionable clothes or accessories
Example
She bought a beautiful dress from a boutique downtown.
彼女はダウンタウンのブティックショップで美しいドレスを買いました。
A1 pronoun /aɪ/

i

私
Meaning
used by a speaker to refer to himself or herself
Example
I am learning English every day.
私は毎日英語を学んでいます。
C2 noun /ɡriːn ˈdʒækfruːt/

Green Jackfruit

グリーンジャックフルーツ
Meaning
unripe fruit of the jackfruit tree, commonly used as a vegetable in cooking
Example
Green jackfruit is often used in curries and stews.
グリーンジャックフルーツはカレーやシチューに使われることがよくあります。
C2 noun /ˌpæliˈeɪʃən/

palliation

緩和
Meaning
relief of symptoms without curing the underlying disease or problem
Example
Palliation is often the focus of care for terminally ill patients.
緩和ケアは終末期の患者の治療において重要な焦点となります。
A2 noun /əˈtɛnʃən/

attention

注意
Meaning
the act of focusing on something or someone
Example
The teacher asked for the students' attention.
先生は学生の注意を求めました。
A2 noun /ˈsæd.nəs/

Sadness

悲しみ、哀しみ、痛み
Meaning
feeling of sorrow, unhappiness, or grief
Example
Her sadness was evident after hearing the bad news.
悪いニュースを聞いた後、彼女の悲しみは明らかでした。
C2 adjective /əˈkwɪzətɪv/

acquisitive

Meaning
excessively interested in acquiring money or material things
Example
The acquisitive businessman bought every piece of land he could find.
C2 noun /ˌhjuː.mɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

humification

腐植化
Meaning
The process of organic matter decomposition to form humus in soil.
Example
Humification enhances soil structure and fertility.
腐植化は土壌の構造と肥沃度を向上させます。
B1 noun, verb /dʒeɪl/

jail

刑務所
Meaning
A place for the confinement of people accused or convicted of a crime; to imprison.
Example
The thief was sent to jail for stealing.
泥棒は盗みのために刑務所に送られました。
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。
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。
C2 noun /ˈkrɪsəndəm/

christendom

キリスト教界
Meaning
the worldwide body or community of Christians
Example
The news spread quickly across Christendom.
そのニュースはキリスト教界全体に素早く広まりました。
C2 adjective /ˈloʊð.səm/

Loathsome

忌まわしい
Meaning
causing hatred or disgust; repulsive
Example
The loathsome smell from the garbage made everyone leave the room.
ゴミの耐え難い悪臭で、みんなが部屋を出ていった。
B2 adjective /ˈpæn.ɪ.ki/

Panicky

パニック状態の; 不安と恐怖を示す
Meaning
feeling or showing panic; anxious and fearful
Example
The crowd became panicky when the fire alarm sounded.
火災警報が鳴ると群衆はパニックになった。
B2 noun ˈɒksɪdʒən prəˈdʌkʃən

oxygen production

酸素生産
Meaning
The process of generating oxygen through photosynthesis or other means.
Example
Plants are vital for oxygen production and the maintenance of life.
植物は酸素の生産と生命の維持に不可欠です。
C2 adjective /ˌʌnɪkˈsɛpʃənəbl/

unexceptionable

非の打ち所がない
Meaning
Not open to objection; acceptable and unobjectionable
Example
His behavior was unexceptionable throughout the event.
彼の行動はイベント中ずっと非の打ち所がなかった。
C1 noun /əˈkʌmplɪs/

accomplice

共犯者
Meaning
a person who helps another commit a crime
Example
The thief was arrested along with his accomplice.
泥棒は共犯者と一緒に逮捕されました。
B1 noun /sərˈtɪfɪkət/

certificate

証明書
Meaning
a document serving as proof of achievement or qualification
Example
She received a certificate for completing the course.
彼女はコースを修了したため、証明書を受け取った。
C2 noun /ˈdɛswɪˌtuːd/

desuetude

廃止
Meaning
a state of disuse or inactivity
Example
The old law has fallen into desuetude.
古い法律は廃止されました。
C1 noun /ˈeɪθiɪzəm/

atheism

無神論
Meaning
The belief that there is no God or gods.
Example
He declared his atheism openly despite social pressure.
彼は社会的圧力にもかかわらず、自分の無神論を公に宣言した。
C1 adjective ˌɪn.təˈdɪs.ɪ.plɪ.nər.i

interdisciplinary

学際的
Meaning
Relating to more than one branch of knowledge.
Example
The interdisciplinary approach in education enhances problem-solving skills.
教育における学際的アプローチは、問題解決スキルを向上させる。
B2 adverb /ʌnˈplɛzəntli/

unpleasantly

不快に
Meaning
in a way that causes discomfort, annoyance, or displeasure; in an unfriendly or disagreeable manner
Example
The room was unpleasantly hot during the afternoon.
午後、その部屋は不快に暑かった。
C2 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈfrændʒɪbəl/

irrefrangible

侵害できない
Meaning
Not to be broken, violated, or infringed
Example
The constitution guarantees certain irrefrangible rights to every citizen.
憲法はすべての市民にいくつかの侵害できない権利を保証します。
C1 noun /ˈtʃænsələr/

chancellor

学長 / 大臣
Meaning
A senior state or legal official, or the head of a university.
Example
The chancellor delivered an inspiring speech at the graduation ceremony.
学長は卒業式で感動的なスピーチを行いました。
C2 noun /mjuːˈnɪfəsəns/

munificence

寛大さ
Meaning
great generosity or lavish giving
Example
The hospital was built thanks to the munificence of a wealthy donor.
病院は裕福な寄付者の寛大さのおかげで建てられました。
C2 verb /ˈvæsɪleɪt/

vacillate

幸せ
Meaning
to waver between different opinions or actions; be indecisive
Example
He vacillated between studying law and becoming a writer.
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。
B2 adverb /ˈprez.ənt.li/

Presently

現在; すぐに; しばらくして
Meaning
at the present time; soon; in a little while
Example
The doctor will see you presently.
医者はすぐにあなたを診ます。
C2 noun /ˈpær.əkˌsɪz.əm/

paroxysm

突然の爆発的な感情
Meaning
A sudden, violent outburst of emotion or activity.
Example
She was seized by a paroxysm of laughter.
彼女は突然の笑いの爆発に襲われた。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈθɪŋkəbl/

Unthinkable

想像を絶する
Meaning
impossible to conceive or imagine; beyond belief or consideration
Example
It was unthinkable that such a tragedy could happen in our peaceful town.
私たちの平和な街でそのような悲劇が起こるなんて、想像を絶していました。
C1 verb, noun /kweɪl/

quail

恐怖を感じる; 小さくて短い尾の鳥
Meaning
verb: to feel or show fear; noun: a small, short-tailed bird
Example
She quailed at the sight of the approaching storm.
彼女は迫り来る嵐の光景に恐怖を感じた。
B2 noun /ˈtɪmbər/

timber

木材
Meaning
wood prepared for use in building and carpentry
Example
The house was built entirely from local timber.
その家は完全に地元の木材で作られていました。
B2 noun /ˈdɔːr.mæt/

Door-mat

ドアマット
Meaning
a mat placed in front of a door for wiping feet
Example
Please wipe your feet on the door-mat before entering the house.
家に入る前にドアマットで足を拭いてください。
C2 adjective /ˌɪrɛvəˈrɛnʃəl/

irreverential

無礼な
Meaning
Showing a lack of respect for things that are generally taken seriously.
Example
His irreverential humor often shocked traditional audiences.
彼の無礼なユーモアはしばしば伝統的な観客を驚かせました。
B2 noun /ɪnˈsen.tɪv/

Incentive

インセンティブ; 刺激
Meaning
a thing that motivates or encourages someone to do something; a reward or penalty that influences behavior
Example
The company offered a cash incentive to employees who exceeded their sales targets.
その会社は売上目標を達成した従業員に現金インセンティブを提供しました。
C2 adjective /ˈvoʊlənt/

volant

飛べる
Meaning
able to fly or moving swiftly
Example
The volant bird soared gracefully across the sky.
その飛べる鳥は空を優雅に飛んでいました。
C1 noun /ˈmænəˌrɪzəm/

Mannerism

癖
Meaning
A habitual gesture or way of speaking or behaving; an idiosyncrasy
Example
His constant throat clearing had become an annoying mannerism.
彼の絶え間ない喉の清掃は迷惑な癖になっていた。
C2 adjective /ˈfʊl.dʒənt/

fulgent

輝かしい
Meaning
Shining brightly; dazzling.
Example
The fulgent stars lit up the night sky.
輝かしい星々が夜空を照らした。
B2 noun /ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃən/

alteration

変更
Meaning
a change or modification made to something
Example
The tailor made an alteration to the suit.
仕立屋はスーツに変更を加えました。
A2 verb /fraɪ/

fry

揚げる
Meaning
to cook food in hot oil or fat
Example
She fries eggs for breakfast every morning.
彼女は毎朝朝食に卵を揚げます。
C2 adjective ˌɪm.pəˈtɜː.bə.bəl

imperturbable

冷静沈着
Meaning
Unable to be upset or excited; not easily disturbed.
Example
His imperturbable nature made him a great leader.
彼の冷静沈着な性格は、彼を偉大なリーダーにした。
C1 adjective /məˈroʊs/

morose

陰鬱
Meaning
sullen, gloomy, or ill-tempered
Example
He became morose after losing his job.
彼は仕事を失った後、落ち込んでしまった。
C1 noun /əˈrɪs.tə.kræt/

Aristocrat

貴族; 高貴な血筋を持つ人
Meaning
a member of the aristocracy; a person of noble rank or birth
Example
The aristocrat lived in a magnificent castle.
そのアリストクラットは豪華な城に住んでいました。
C1 verb /ɛtʃ/

etch

刻む
Meaning
to cut or carve a design onto a surface
Example
The artist etched her initials into the glass.
アーティストはガラスに自分のイニシャルを刻みました。
C1 adjective /ˈlɛdʒəbl/

legible

読みやすい
Meaning
clear enough to read
Example
Her handwriting was barely legible.
彼女の手書きはほとんど読めなかった。
B1 verb /sərˈvaɪv/

survive

生き残る
Meaning
To continue to live or exist after a difficult event or situation.
Example
He managed to survive the storm.
彼は嵐を生き延びた。
C1 verb/noun /pərˈvɜːrt/

pervert

Meaning
As a verb: to distort the meaning or purpose of something; as a noun: a person with abnormal or immoral sexual behavior.
Example
He tried to pervert the truth to escape punishment.
A2 noun /dɪˈzaɪnər/

designer

デザイナー
Meaning
a person who plans and creates the form or structure of something
Example
The fashion designer presented her new collection.
ファッションデザイナーは新しいコレクションを発表しました。
A2 noun /ˈstrɔːbəri/

Strawberry

いちご
Meaning
a small red heart-shaped fruit with tiny seeds on the surface and sweet taste
Example
I love eating fresh strawberries with cream during summer.
夏にクリームを添えた新鮮ないちごを食べるのが大好きです。
C2 adjective /ˌɛkspəˈdɪʃəs/

expeditious

迅速
Meaning
Done with speed and efficiency.
Example
The expeditious delivery of the package was appreciated.
パッケージの迅速な配達が評価されました。
C1 adjective /tɛkˈtɑː.nɪk/

tectonic

構造的
Meaning
Relating to the structure of the earth's crust and the large-scale processes that take place within it.
Example
Tectonic movements cause earthquakes and mountain formation.
テクトニック運動は地震や山の形成を引き起こします。
C1 noun /ˈpriːˌæmbəl/

preamble

前文
Meaning
a preliminary statement, especially the introduction to a formal document
Example
The preamble of the constitution outlines its guiding principles.
憲法の前文はその基本的な原則を説明しています。
B1 noun ˈmeʒ.ərz

measures

措置
Meaning
A plan or course of action taken to achieve a particular purpose.
Example
Mitigation measures focus on reducing emissions.
緩和措置は排出量の削減に焦点を合わせています。
C2 noun /ˌniːoʊˈdɑːrwɪnɪzəm/

neo-darwinism

ネオダーウィニズム
Meaning
A modern interpretation of Darwin's theory of evolution, integrating genetics and natural selection.
Example
Neo-Darwinism combines Darwin’s theory of natural selection with modern genetics.
ネオダーウィニズムはダーウィンの自然選択説と現代遺伝学を組み合わせています。
B2 adjective /ˈvɪʃ.əs/

Vicious

悪質な; 残酷な; 野生の
Meaning
deliberately cruel or violent; having a savage nature
Example
The vicious dog attacked anyone who came near its territory.
その悪質な犬は、自分の領土に近づく者すべてに攻撃を仕掛けた。
B2 noun/verb /briːtʃ/

breach

違反
Meaning
A violation or breaking of a law, agreement, or code of conduct; an act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct.
Example
The company faced a breach of data security.
会社はデータセキュリティの違反に直面しました。
A2 noun/adjective /ˈmɛksɪkən/

mexican

幸せ
Meaning
a native or inhabitant of Mexico; relating to Mexico or its people, culture, or language
Example
She enjoys Mexican food like tacos and enchiladas.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠すことができませんでした。
B2 adverb /ˈæk.jə.rət.li/

Accurately

正確に、間違いなく、適切に
Meaning
in an exact way, without any mistakes; precisely; correctly
Example
She accurately predicted the outcome of the election.
彼女は選挙結果を正確に予測した。
C2 verb /ˈrɔɪstər/

roister

大声で祝い
Meaning
to revel noisily; to engage in loud, boisterous celebration
Example
The fans roistered in the streets after the victory.
ファンは勝利後に街で騒いでいました。
B2 adjective /ˈprɛsɪŋ/

pressing

緊急
Meaning
Requiring immediate attention or urgent action.
Example
The manager had to deal with several pressing issues at once.
マネージャーは同時にいくつかの緊急の問題に対処しなければならなかった。
C1 verb /slaʊtʃ/

slouch

だらしなく座る
Meaning
To stand, sit, or move in a lazy or awkward way.
Example
He slouched in the chair, looking tired.
彼は椅子にだらりと座り、疲れた様子だった。
C2 noun /ˈæn.dʒi.əʊ.plæs.ti/

angioplasty

血管を開くための医療手術で、心臓に血液を供給する血管が閉塞または狭窄している場合に行われます。
Meaning
A medical procedure to open blocked or narrowed blood vessels that supply blood to the heart.
Example
Angioplasty is now safer with robotic assistance.
ロボット支援で、アンジオプラスティは現在より安全です。
B2 noun /ˈmæt.rəs/

Mattress

マットレス
Meaning
a large rectangular pad for supporting the reclining body, used as or on a bed
Example
We bought a new mattress for our bedroom.
私たちは寝室のために新しいマットレスを買いました。
B2 noun /ˈpæntri/

pantry

パントリー
Meaning
A small room or cupboard where food, dishes, and kitchen supplies are stored.
Example
She stocked the pantry with fresh groceries for the week.
彼女は今週のために新鮮な食料品でパントリーを満たしました。
C1 verb /ˌɪntərˈsɛpt/

intercept

Meaning
to stop, catch, or seize something on its way from one place to another
Example
The police intercepted the stolen car before it crossed the border.
C1 noun /ˈblɪs.tər/

Blister

水ぶくれ
Meaning
a small bubble on the skin filled with serum and caused by friction, burning, or other damage
Example
The new shoes gave her a painful blister on her heel.
新しい靴が彼女のかかとに痛い水ぶくれを作った。
A1 noun /pɔɪnt/

Point

ポイント; 詳細; 目的
Meaning
a particular detail, idea, or fact; the sharp end of something
Example
What's the point of arguing about this issue?
この問題について議論する意味は何ですか?
B2 noun /ˈbrɛkdaʊn/

breakdown

故障
Meaning
a failure or collapse of a system or machinery
Example
The car had a breakdown on the highway.
車は高速道路で故障しました。
C2 adjective /ˌsæsərˈdoʊtl/

sacerdotal

神職に関する
Meaning
Relating to priests or the priesthood.
Example
The ritual had a distinctly sacerdotal character.
その儀式には明確な神職に関する特徴がありました。
C1 adverb /ˈnoʊɪŋli/

knowingly

故意に
Meaning
in a way that shows you are aware of something; intentionally
Example
She knowingly kept the secret from her friends.
彼女は故意に友達に秘密を隠しました。
C2 verb /ˈpɛkjʊˌleɪt/

peculate

横領する
Meaning
To embezzle or steal money, especially public funds.
Example
The corrupt official was found guilty of peculating government funds.
汚職の役人は政府の資金を横領したとして有罪となった。
C2 noun /sɜːrˈsiːs/

surcease

停止
Meaning
a temporary or final ending or stopping of something
Example
The noise finally came to a surcease after midnight.
騒音は真夜中を過ぎて最終的に停止しました。
A1 noun /ˈswɪmɪŋ/

swimming

水泳
Meaning
the activity or sport of moving through water using the limbs
Example
Swimming is a great way to stay fit and healthy.
水泳は健康でフィットな状態を保つための素晴らしい方法です。
C2 verb /bɪˈleɪbər/

belabor

Meaning
to argue or elaborate on a subject in excessive detail; to attack verbally or physically
Example
The professor belabored the point until the students grew restless.
C1 noun /ˈneb.jʊ.lə/

nebula

星雲
Meaning
A cloud of gas and dust in outer space, sometimes visible in the night sky.
Example
The Orion Nebula is one of the brightest in the sky.
オリオン星雲は空で最も明るいものの一つです。
B2 adverb /rɪˈspektɪvli/

Respectively

それぞれ; 指定された順序で; 別々に、そしてすでに言及された順序で
Meaning
in the order given; separately and in the order already mentioned
Example
John and Mary are 25 and 30 years old respectively.
ジョンとメアリーはそれぞれ25歳と30歳です。
C1 adverb /ˈɒp.tɪ.məl.i/

optimally

最適に
Meaning
In the most effective or efficient way possible.
Example
Tasks should be allocated optimally for maximum output.
タスクは最大の成果を上げるために最適に割り当てるべきです。
A1 adverb /ˈsʌm.taɪmz/

Sometimes

時々
Meaning
at times; occasionally; now and then
Example
Sometimes I go for a walk in the evening.
時々、私は夕方に散歩します。
C1 noun /kənˈstɪtʃuənsi/

constituency

選挙区
Meaning
A geographical area whose residents elect a representative to a legislative body.
Example
She campaigned tirelessly across her constituency.
彼女は選挙区で疲れ知らずに選挙運動を行いました。
C2 noun /aɪˈoʊtə/

iota

微小な量
Meaning
An extremely small amount.
Example
He did not show an iota of fear.
彼は恐怖の一片も見せませんでした。
C2 noun /ˈkɒn.tɪ.nəns/

continence

禁欲
Meaning
self-restraint, especially regarding bodily functions or desires
Example
He practiced continence to maintain focus on his studies.
彼は学業に集中するために禁欲を実践した。
B1 noun /ədˈvaɪzər/

adviser

アドバイザー
Meaning
a person who gives advice, especially in a professional or official role
Example
He works as a financial adviser at a bank.
彼は銀行で金融アドバイザーとして働いています。
B1 noun/verb /ˈmætərz/

matters

問題 / 重要である
Meaning
important topics, concerns, or issues; as a verb, to be of importance or significance
Example
What she thinks really matters to me.
彼女が思うことは私にとって本当に重要です。
C1 adverb /ˈeɪ.mi.ə.bli/

Amiably

友好的に, 親切に
Meaning
in a friendly and pleasant manner
Example
They discussed the issue amiably without any arguments.
彼らは議論を交わすことなく、友好的にその問題を話し合った。
C2 verb /ɪnˈræptʃər/

enrapture

魅了する
Meaning
To fill someone with great delight or joy.
Example
The beautiful music enraptured the audience.
美しい音楽は観客を魅了しました。
B2 noun /ˌveəriˈeɪʃən/

Variation

変動; バリエーション; 条件や量の違い
Meaning
a change or difference in condition, amount, or level; a different or distinct form or version of something
Example
There was a significant variation in temperature throughout the day.
1日の間に気温に顕著なバリエーションがありました。
C1 noun /ˈhɑː.stɪdʒ/

Hostage

人質
Meaning
a person seized or held as security for the fulfillment of a condition; captive
Example
The police negotiated carefully to secure the release of all hostages unharmed.
警察は慎重に交渉し、すべての人質を無傷で解放することを確保しました。
A1 noun /ˈpɛnsəl/

pencil

Meaning
an instrument for writing or drawing, typically made of wood with a graphite core
Example
He drew a picture with a pencil.
C1 adjective /ˈlæk.tɪk/

lactic

乳または乳酸に関連する
Meaning
Relating to milk or lactic acid.
Example
Intense exercise can lead to a buildup of lactic acid in the muscles.
激しい運動は筋肉に乳酸が蓄積される原因となることがあります。
C1 noun /ˈlaɪm.laɪt/

Limelight

公衆の注目の中心; ライムのシリンダーを加熱して発生する明るい光
Meaning
the focus of public attention; a bright light produced by heating a cylinder of lime
Example
The celebrity enjoyed being in the limelight.
有名人はスポットライトの中で楽しんでいました。
C2 adjective /saɪˈdɪəriəl/

sidereal

恒星の
Meaning
Relating to the stars or constellations; measured relative to the stars.
Example
Astronomers use sidereal time to track the positions of stars.
天文学者は恒星時を使用して星の位置を追跡します。
B2 noun /ˈlɒk.ɪt/

Locket

ロケットペンダント
Meaning
a small ornamental case, typically made of gold or silver, worn on a chain around the neck
Example
She kept her grandmother's photo in the locket.
彼女は祖母の写真をロケットペンダントに入れていました。
C1 verb /ˈsɔːntər/

saunter

Meaning
to walk in a slow, relaxed manner without hurry or effort
Example
We sauntered along the riverside, stopping now and then to watch the boats.
C1 adjective ˌkaʊntəprəˈdʌktɪv

counterproductive

逆効果
Meaning
Having the opposite of the desired effect; tending to hinder rather than help.
Example
Counterproductive activities often stem from dissatisfaction.
反生産的な活動は、不満から生じることが多いです。
A1 title /ˈmɪstər/

mr

様
Meaning
a title used before a man's name
Example
Mr. Rahman is our new teacher.
ラフマン様は私たちの新しい先生です。
B2 verb /kənˈsiːl/

conceal

隠す
Meaning
to hide something or keep it secret
Example
He tried to conceal his disappointment behind a smile.
彼は微笑みの背後に自分の失望を隠そうとした。
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 noun /pərˈfɔːrmər/

performer

パフォーマー
Meaning
a person who entertains an audience by acting, singing, dancing, or playing music
Example
The performer received a standing ovation for her song.
パフォーマーは彼女の歌のためにスタンディングオベーションを受けました。
B2 adjective /ˈstʌb.ərn/

Stubborn

頑固な; しつこい; 強情な
Meaning
refusing to change opinion or course of action; persistent; obstinate
Example
The stubborn child refused to eat his vegetables.
その頑固な子供は野菜を食べるのを拒否した。
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。
A2 noun /brɛθ/

breath

呼吸
Meaning
The air taken into or expelled from the lungs during breathing.
Example
He took a deep breath before speaking.
彼は話す前に深く息を吸いました。
B2 adjective /məˈtjʊr/

mature

成熟した
Meaning
fully developed or grown, especially emotionally or intellectually
Example
She has become a mature and confident leader.
彼女は成熟した自信に満ちたリーダーになった。
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。
A1 verb /ˈwɔːtər/

water

水やり
Meaning
to give water to plants or animals; to irrigate
Example
She waters the plants every morning.
彼女は毎朝植物に水をやります。
C1 verb /bɪˈsiːdʒ/

besiege

包囲する
Meaning
to surround a place with armed forces to capture it; to overwhelm with requests or attention
Example
The city was besieged by enemy troops.
その都市は敵軍によって包囲されました。
B2 noun /ɡʌlf/

Gulf

湾
Meaning
a deep inlet of the sea almost surrounded by land; a wide gap or difference between people or groups
Example
The Persian Gulf is an important waterway for international shipping and oil transport.
ペルシャ湾は国際的な輸送と石油輸送の重要な水路です。
C2 noun /ˌdɛkləˈmeɪʃən/

declamation

朗読
Meaning
a formal speech delivered with rhetorical or dramatic effect
Example
Her declamation captivated the audience at the competition.
彼女の朗読は競技会で観客を魅了しました。
B1 noun /ˈneɪbərˌhʊd/

neighborhood

近所
Meaning
a district or area around or near a particular place
Example
I grew up in a quiet neighborhood.
私は静かな近所で育ちました。
B1 adjective /ˈwaɪə.ləs/

Wireless

ワイヤレス; ケーブルなし
Meaning
operating without wires; using radio waves for communication
Example
My wireless headphones provide excellent sound quality without any cables.
私のワイヤレスヘッドフォンはケーブルなしで素晴らしい音質を提供します。