B2 verb /tiːz/

Tease

からかう

Meaning

to make fun of someone in a playful or unkind way

Example

Children often tease their younger siblings playfully.

子供たちはよく、遊び心で弟妹をからかいます。

B2 adjective /ˈtʌtʃ.ɪŋ/

Touching

感動的な; 情熱的な

Meaning

causing feelings of sympathy or emotion; moving

Example

The touching story brought tears to everyone's eyes.

感動的な物語が、皆の目に涙をもたらしました。

B2 noun /ˈtriːti/

Treaty

条約

Meaning

a formally concluded and ratified agreement between countries or states

Example

The peace treaty was signed after years of negotiations.

平和条約は長年の交渉後に署名されました。

B2 noun /taɪd/

Tide

潮汐

Meaning

the alternate rising and falling of the sea, usually twice in each lunar day, due to the attraction of the moon and sun

Example

The fishermen waited for high tide to launch their boats.

漁師たちは高潮を待ってボートを出すために待っていました。

B2 noun /ˈtrænskrɪpt/

transcript

写し

Meaning

a written or printed version of material originally presented in another medium

Example

The professor asked for a transcript of the meeting.

教授は会議のトランスクリプトを要求しました。

B2 adjective ˌtræns.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən.əl

transformational

変革的

Meaning

Causing or able to cause an important and lasting change in someone or something.

Example

Transformational projects redefine progress.

変革的なプロジェクトは進歩を再定義します。

B2 noun /ˈtʌtʃ.daʊn/

touchdown

タッチダウン

Meaning

the moment when an aircraft lands, or a score in American football

Example

The plane made a smooth touchdown.

飛行機は滑らかにタッチダウンしました。

B2 noun /ˈtɔːr.ment/

Torment

苦しみ; 苦痛

Meaning

severe physical or mental suffering; extreme pain or anguish

Example

The prisoner endured years of torment in solitary confinement.

囚人は独房で何年もの苦しみに耐えました。

B2 adjective /ˈtɛlɪŋ/

telling

重要な示唆

Meaning

Revealing something significant or giving important information.

Example

Her silence was more telling than words.

彼女の沈黙は言葉よりも重要だった。

B2 noun /ˈtoʊ.kən/

token

記号 / トークン

Meaning

A symbol or object that represents something, often given as a sign of appreciation or as a substitute for money.

Example

She gave him a small gift as a token of gratitude.

彼女は感謝のしるしとして、小さな贈り物を彼に渡しました。

B2 noun /ˈθiːsɪs/

thesis

テーシス

Meaning

A long piece of writing on a particular subject, usually for a degree at a university.

Example

She spent two years writing her doctoral thesis.

彼女は博士論文を書くのに2年を費やしました。

B2 adjective /ˌθɛr.əˈpjuː.tɪk/

therapeutic

治療的

Meaning

Having a healing or beneficial effect on the body or mind.

Example

Meditation is highly therapeutic for mental well-being.

瞑想は精神的な健康に非常にセラピューティックです。

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 verb /ˈtɛstəfaɪ/

testify

証言する

Meaning

to make a statement or declaration under oath or to give evidence

Example

She was called to testify in court about the accident.

彼女は事故について証言するために裁判所に呼ばれました。

B2 adjective /ˈtrædʒɪk/

Tragic

悲劇的な

Meaning

very sad; involving death or extreme suffering

Example

The plane crash was a tragic accident.

飛行機事故は悲劇的な事故でした。

B2 adjective /trɔːˈmætɪk/

traumatic

衝撃的

Meaning

Deeply distressing or disturbing, often related to emotional or physical injury.

Example

The accident was a traumatic experience for the entire family.

その事故は家族全員にとって衝撃的な体験でした。

B2 adjective /ˈtɔː.kə.tɪv/

Talkative

おしゃべり

Meaning

fond of talking; speaking freely and at length

Example

My talkative neighbor loves to chat about everything.

私のおしゃべりな隣人は、何でも話すのが大好きです。

B2 adjective /ˈθɜːrməl/

thermal

サーマル

Meaning

Related to heat or temperature.

Example

She wore a thermal jacket to stay warm in winter.

彼女は冬に暖かさを保つためにサーマルジャケットを着ていた。

B2 noun ˈterɪtəri

territory

領土

Meaning

An area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state.

Example

The king expanded his territory.

王は自分の領土を拡大しました。

B2 noun /tɛkˈnɪʃən/

technician

技術者

Meaning

a person skilled in the practical aspects of a particular science, art, or job

Example

The technician repaired the computer within an hour.

技術者は1時間以内にコンピュータを修理しました。

B2 noun /treɪˈniː/

Trainee

研修生; 見習い

Meaning

a person undergoing training for a particular job or profession; a novice learner

Example

The medical trainee worked long hours to gain practical experience.

医学研修生は実務経験を積むために長時間働きました。

B2 adjective /ˈtæn.dʒɪ.bəl/

tangible

触知可能

Meaning

Perceptible by touch; clear and definite; real.

Example

The benefits of exercise are tangible and measurable.

運動の利益は目に見え、測定可能です。

B2 noun /ˈtɜːr.mər.ɪk ˈpaʊ.dər/

Turmeric Powder

ターメリックパウダー

Meaning

ground turmeric root used as a spice and for its medicinal properties

Example

Add a pinch of turmeric powder to the curry for color and flavor.

カレーにターメリックパウダーを一つまみ加えて、色と風味を加えます。

B2 adverb /ðɛrˈæftər/

thereafter

その後

Meaning

from that time on

Example

He moved to Canada and thereafter started a new life.

彼はカナダに引っ越し、その後新しい人生を始めました。

B2 adjective /ˈtrɪviəl/

trivial

些細な

Meaning

Of little value or importance.

Example

He often gets upset over the most trivial matters.

彼は最も些細なことに腹を立てることがよくあります。

B2 verb, noun /ˈtæk.əl/

tackle

Meaning

to try to deal with or solve a difficult problem; to physically stop someone in sports by knocking them down

Example

The coach taught the players how to tackle properly.

B2 noun /twɪɡ/

twig

小枝

Meaning

a small thin branch of a tree or bush

Example

She broke a twig off the tree to use as a stick.

彼女は棒として使うために木から小枝を折った。

B2 noun ˌtrænsfərˈmeɪʃən

transformation

変革

Meaning

A thorough or dramatic change in form, appearance, or character; a complete alteration or evolution.

Example

Digital literacy leads to economic transformation.

デジタルリテラシーは経済的な変革を導きます。

B2 noun /ˈtruːθ.fəl.nəs/

Truthfulness

正直

Meaning

the quality of being truthful; honesty and accuracy in what one says or does

Example

Her truthfulness in the investigation helped solve the case quickly.

調査における彼女の正直さが、事件を迅速に解決するのに役立ちました。

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。

B2 noun /ˈtuː.lɪp/

Tulip

チューリップ

Meaning

a colorful spring flower with cup-shaped petals

Example

The red tulip bloomed beautifully in the garden.

赤いチューリップが庭で美しく咲きました。

B2 noun /trænzˈmɪʃən/

transmission

伝送, 送信

Meaning

the act of sending, passing, or spreading something such as information, energy, or disease

Example

The transmission of data over the internet is very fast.

インターネット上でのデータの伝送は非常に速い。

B2 adjective /ˈtraɪbəl/

tribal

部族の

Meaning

relating to a tribe or tribes, especially indigenous people

Example

The tribal community has preserved its culture for centuries.

部族コミュニティは何世代にもわたりその文化を守り続けてきました。

B2 verb /ˈtrænsplænt/

transplant

移植する

Meaning

to move something, especially a plant or organ, from one place to another

Example

The doctors transplanted a kidney into the patient.

医師たちは患者に腎臓を移植しました。

B2 noun /ˈtriː.oʊ/

trio

三人組

Meaning

A group of three people or things, especially in music or performance.

Example

The jazz trio played beautifully at the concert.

ジャズトリオはコンサートで素晴らしい演奏をしました。

B2 noun /ˈtɒnɪk/

tonic

トニック

Meaning

a medicine or drink that restores or refreshes health and energy

Example

A glass of lemonade was the perfect tonic on a hot day.

暑い日には、レモネードが完璧なトニックでした。

B2 adjective /ˈθɔːtfəl/

thoughtful

思慮深い

Meaning

showing careful consideration or attention

Example

She gave a thoughtful response to every question asked.

彼女はすべての質問に対して思慮深い回答をしました。

B2 adverb /ˈθʌrəli/

Thoroughly

徹底的に; 完全に;

Meaning

completely; entirely; in a thorough manner

Example

She thoroughly cleaned the entire house before the guests arrived.

彼女はゲストが到着する前に家全体を徹底的に掃除しました。

B2 adjective /ˈtrʌst.fəl/

Trustful

信頼する; 誰かまたは何かに信頼を示す

Meaning

having or showing trust in someone or something; trusting

Example

She was too trustful and believed everything he said.

彼女はあまりにも信頼しすぎて、彼が言うことをすべて信じていました。

B2 adjective /ˈteɪst.fəl/

Tasteful

味わい深い; エレガント; 良いセンスのある

Meaning

showing good judgment in matters of style and beauty

Example

She decorated her home in a very tasteful manner.

彼女は非常にセンスの良い方法で家を飾りました。

B2 adjective /ˈteɪst.ləs/

Tasteless

味がない

Meaning

lacking flavor; showing poor judgment in style

Example

The soup was completely tasteless and needed more seasoning.

スープは完全に味がなく、さらに調味料が必要でした。

B2 noun /ˈtɛmpoʊ/

tempo

テンポ, リズム

Meaning

The speed or pace at which a piece of music or activity is performed.

Example

The band played the song at a faster tempo than usual.

バンドは普段よりも速いテンポで曲を演奏しました。

B2 noun /ˈtɛkstʃər/

texture

質感

Meaning

the way something feels when you touch it; the quality of a surface or substance

Example

The fabric has a soft and smooth texture.

その布は柔らかく滑らかな質感です。

B2 verb ˈtrænsfɔːrm

transform

変形する

Meaning

To change in form, appearance, or structure; metamorphose.

Example

Volunteering can transform lives and communities.

ボランティア活動は人生と地域社会を変えることができる。

B2 verb /ˈtɑːləreɪt/

tolerate

容認する

Meaning

to accept or endure something unpleasant without complaining; to allow something to exist

Example

I cannot tolerate such rude behavior in my classroom.

私はクラスでそのような失礼な行動を容認できません。

B2 noun trænˈspær.ən.si

transparency

透明性

Meaning

The quality of being easy to perceive or detect; openness, accountability, and honesty in governance or operations.

Example

Transparency fosters trust in governance.

透明性はガバナンスにおける信頼を促進します。

B2 verb /triːd/

tread

踏む

Meaning

to step or walk on something; to crush with feet

Example

Don't tread on the flowers.

花を踏まないでください。

B2 adjective /teɪm/

Tame

飼い慣らされた; おとなしい; 従順な

Meaning

domesticated and not wild; gentle and easy to control

Example

The tame lion performed tricks in the circus.

飼い慣らされたライオンはサーカスで芸をしました。

B2 noun /ˈtreɪdmɑːrk/

trademark

商標

Meaning

a symbol, word, or words legally registered or established by use as representing a company or product

Example

The company’s logo is its trademark.

その会社のロゴはその商標です。

B2 adjective /ˈtruːθ.fəl/

Truthful

誠実な

Meaning

telling or expressing the truth; honest and sincere

Example

She was always truthful in her answers during the interview.

彼女は面接中、常に正直だった。

B2 verb /trɛk/

trek

Meaning

to go on a long, difficult journey, especially on foot

Example

They trekked across the mountains for three days.

B2 noun /trænˈzækʃən/

transaction

取引

Meaning

an instance of buying or selling something; a business deal or exchange

Example

Every online transaction is recorded for security purposes.

すべてのオンライン取引はセキュリティ目的で記録されます。

B2 noun /taɪm ˈblɒk.ɪŋ/

time blocking

時間ブロック法

Meaning

A time management method where you divide your day into blocks of time and assign specific activities to each block.

Example

Time-blocking helps in better productivity and efficiency.

タイムブロッキングは生産性と効率を向上させるのに役立ちます。

B2 verb /ˈtɛmpər/

temper

調整する

Meaning

to moderate, soften, or tone down something; also to strengthen by heat treatment (as in metal).

Example

She tried to temper her criticism with kindness.

彼女は優しさで批判を和らげようとした。

B2 noun, adjective /tɑːrt/

tart

Meaning

A small pie with a sweet or savory filling; or having a sharp, sour taste.

Example

She served a delicious apple tart for dessert.

B2 noun /ˈtɔːrsoʊ/

torso

胴体

Meaning

The trunk of the human body, excluding the head and limbs.

Example

The artist painted the torso of the model in great detail.

芸術家はモデルの胴体を詳細に描きました。

B2 adjective /traɪˈʌmfənt/

Triumphant

勝利した; 幸せな

Meaning

having won a battle or contest; rejoicing as a result of success

Example

The team was triumphant after winning the championship.

チームはチャンピオンシップに勝利した後、勝利者のように感じていた。

B2 noun /ˈten.dər.nəs/

Tenderness

優しさ

Meaning

gentleness and kindness; the quality of being easily hurt or damaged

Example

The mother showed great tenderness while caring for her sick child.

母親は病気の子供を世話しながら大きな優しさを示しました。

B2 adjective /ˈθɔːr.ni/

Thorny

とげのある; 扱いにくい

Meaning

having thorns; difficult to handle or deal with

Example

The thorny issue of budget cuts needs careful consideration.

予算削減の難しい問題には慎重な検討が必要です。

B2 noun ট্রপিক্যাল রিজিওনস

tropical regions

熱帯地域

Meaning

Areas of the Earth near the equator characterized by warm temperatures.

Example

Bangladesh is located in tropical regions.

バングラデシュは熱帯地域に位置しています。

B2 noun, verb /treɪs/

trace

痕跡

Meaning

a mark, object, or sign that shows the existence or development of something

Example

She traced the path of the river on the map.

彼女は地図に川の道をトレースしました。

B2 adjective /ˈtaɪərləs/

tireless

疲れ知らず

Meaning

Showing great effort or energy without becoming tired.

Example

She worked tirelessly to complete the project on time.

彼女は時間通りにプロジェクトを完了させるために疲れ知らずで働きました。

B2 noun ˈtempəreri ˈsetlmənts

temporary settlements

一時的な集落

Meaning

Short-term or provisional housing or living arrangements.

Example

Temporary settlements will aid lunar exploration.

一時的な集落は月面探査を支援するでしょう。

B2 noun /θred/

thread

糸

Meaning

a long, thin strand of cotton, nylon, or other fibers used for sewing

Example

She used a red thread to sew the torn button back on.

彼女は赤い糸を使って壊れたボタンを縫い直しました。

B2 verb /ˈtɛrəˌfaɪ/

terrify

怖がらせる

Meaning

To cause someone to feel extreme fear.

Example

The loud thunder terrified the children.

大きな雷が子供たちを怖がらせた。

B2 verb /ˈtrɛmbəl/

tremble

震える

Meaning

To shake slightly, often because of fear, cold, or nervousness.

Example

She began to tremble with fear before speaking.

彼女は話す前に恐怖で震え始めました。

B2 noun /ˌtɜːrməˈnɑːlədʒi/

terminology

用語

Meaning

the set of technical or special words used in a particular subject

Example

Medical terminology can be difficult for new students to understand.

医学用語は新しい学生にとって理解が難しいことがあります。

B2 noun /ˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/

termination

終了

Meaning

the act of ending something or the state of being ended

Example

The termination of the contract caused financial loss.

契約の終了は財務的損失を引き起こしました。

B2 noun /ˈtræn.zɪt/

transit

輸送

Meaning

Transportation or travel system, the process of travel or transportation from one place to another.

Example

The city is investing in a new transit system.

都市は新しい輸送システムに投資しています。

B2 noun /ˈtiːmmeɪt/

teammate

チームメイト

Meaning

a member of the same team

Example

He congratulated his teammate after scoring the goal.

彼はゴールを決めた後、チームメイトにお祝いを言いました。

B2 noun /θaɪ/

thigh

太もも

Meaning

the part of the leg between the hip and the knee

Example

He felt pain in his right thigh after running for an hour.

1時間走った後、右太ももに痛みを感じました。

B2 noun /taɪm/

thyme

タイム

Meaning

A small aromatic herb used in cooking and medicine.

Example

She sprinkled thyme on the roasted chicken.

彼女はローストチキンにタイムを振りかけました。

B2 noun ˈtrɪbjuːt

tribute

賛辞

Meaning

An act, statement, or gift that is intended to show gratitude, respect, or admiration.

Example

They paid tribute to the brave freedom fighters.

彼らは勇敢な自由戦士たちに賛辞を表した。

B2 noun /ˈter.ər.ɪ.zəm/

Terrorism

テロリズム

Meaning

the unlawful use of violence and intimidation against civilians for political aims

Example

The government increased security measures to prevent terrorism.

政府はテロリズムを防止するためにセキュリティ対策を強化しました。

B2 adjective /ˈtrʌst.wɜː.ði/

Trustworthy

信頼できる

Meaning

able to be relied on as honest or truthful; deserving of trust

Example

He is a trustworthy friend who always keeps his promises.

彼はいつも約束を守る信頼できる友人です。

B2 noun /ˈtɔːtʃər/

torture

拷問

Meaning

the action or practice of inflicting severe pain on someone as a punishment or to force them to do something

Example

He was subjected to torture during the interrogation.

彼は尋問中に拷問を受けました。

B2 noun /traɪb/

tribe

部族

Meaning

a social group consisting of people with common customs, language, and culture

Example

The tribe lived in harmony with nature.

部族は自然と調和して生活していた。

B2 noun /ˈtwaɪ.laɪt/

Twilight

黄昏

Meaning

the soft glowing light from the sky when the sun is below the horizon; a period of decline

Example

We walked along the beach at twilight.

私たちは黄昏時にビーチを歩いていました。

B2 adjective /trænˈspærənt/

Transparent

透明な

Meaning

allowing light to pass through; clear and obvious; honest and open

Example

The company maintains transparent business practices.

その企業は透明なビジネス慣行を維持しています。

B2 noun /treɪt/

Trait

特性

Meaning

a distinguishing quality or characteristic of a person; an inherited feature

Example

Patience is an important trait for anyone working with children.

忍耐は子供と一緒に働く上で重要な特性です。

B2 verb /tʌk/

tuck

タック

Meaning

to push or fold something neatly into a particular place

Example

She tucked the blanket around the baby to keep him warm.

彼女は赤ちゃんの周りに毛布をタックして温かく保ちました。

B2 noun, verb /tæɡ/

tag

Meaning

a label attached to something for identification or information; or to attach such a label

Example

She tagged her luggage before boarding the plane.

B2 noun /ˈtes.tɪ.moʊ.ni/

Testimony

証言; 証拠

Meaning

a formal written or spoken statement given in a court of law; evidence or proof

Example

The witness gave compelling testimony during the trial.

証人は裁判中に説得力のある証言をしました。

B2 noun /ˈtæd.poʊl/

Tadpole

おたまじゃくし

Meaning

the larval stage of a frog or toad, having gills and a tail

Example

The pond was full of tadpoles swimming around.

池はおたまじゃくしでいっぱいでした。

B2 verb /ˈtɪkəl/

Tickle

くすぐる

Meaning

to touch someone lightly to make them laugh; to amuse or please

Example

The feather tickles when it touches your skin.

羽毛があなたの肌に触れるとくすぐったい。

B2 noun /ˈten.dən.si/

Tendency

傾向

Meaning

an inclination toward a particular characteristic or type of behavior

Example

She has a tendency to arrive late for meetings.

彼女は会議に遅れて到着する傾向があります。

B2 noun /ˈtɛnənsi/

tenancy

賃貸契約

Meaning

The possession or occupation of land or property as a tenant.

Example

The tenancy agreement was signed for two years.

賃貸契約は2年間で署名されました。

B2 noun /tækˈseɪʃən/

taxation

課税

Meaning

The system of imposing and collecting taxes.

Example

Taxation is necessary for funding public services.

課税は公共サービスの資金調達に必要です。

B2 noun /ˈtʌndrə/

tundra

ツンドラ

Meaning

A vast, flat, treeless Arctic region where the subsoil is permanently frozen.

Example

Polar bears roam across the icy tundra.

ホッキョクグマは氷のツンドラを歩き回っています。

B2 verb /ˈtɜːrmɪˌneɪt/

terminate

終了する

Meaning

to bring something to an end or to stop something from continuing

Example

The company decided to terminate his contract.

会社は彼の契約を終了することを決定した。

B2 noun /ˈtɜːrbən/

Turban

ターバン

Meaning

a head covering made by wrapping a long piece of cloth around the head

Example

The Sikh man wore a colorful turban.

シク教の男性はカラフルなターバンを着けていました。

B2 noun ˈtreɪd.ɒf

trade-off

トレードオフ

Meaning

A situation where accepting one advantage means giving up another benefit.

Example

There is always a trade-off between price and quality.

価格と品質の間には常にトレードオフがあります。

B2 noun /ˈtrɪl.jən/

trillion

トリリオン

Meaning

a number equal to 1,000 billion, or 10^12

Example

The company's worth has risen to over a trillion dollars.

その企業の価値は1兆ドル以上に上昇しました。

B2 noun /ˈθæŋksˌɡɪvɪŋ/

thanksgiving

感謝祭

Meaning

an annual holiday in the US for giving thanks, celebrated with a meal

Example

We spent Thanksgiving dinner with our family.

私たちは家族と一緒に感謝祭の夕食を過ごしました。

B2 noun /ˈtroʊfi/

trophy

トロフィー

Meaning

An object awarded as a prize for a victory or achievement.

Example

She proudly displayed the trophy she won in the competition.

彼女はコンペティションで勝ったトロフィーを誇らしげに展示しました。

B2 noun /taɪˈfuːn/

typhoon

台風

Meaning

a tropical storm in the region of the Indian or western Pacific oceans

Example

The typhoon caused severe flooding in the coastal areas.

台風は沿岸地域に甚大な洪水を引き起こしました。

B2 adverb /ˌðɛərˈbaɪ/

Thereby

それによって;

Meaning

as a result of that; by that means

Example

He worked hard and thereby achieved success.

彼は一生懸命働き、それによって成功を収めました。

B2 verb, noun, adjective /ˈtɛndər/

tender

提案 / 優しい

Meaning

to offer formally; soft and delicate in texture or character; a formal offer or proposal

Example

The company tendered its resignation to the board.

会社は取締役会に辞表を提出しました。

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 /ˌθiːəˈrɛtɪkl/

theoretical

理論的

Meaning

Concerned with or based on theory rather than practical application.

Example

The idea remains largely theoretical without real-world evidence.

そのアイデアは実際の証拠がなくても、主に理論的なものとして残ります。

B2 noun /ˈtæksˌpeɪər/

taxpayer

納税者

Meaning

a person who pays tax to the government

Example

The taxpayers' money is used to fund public services.

納税者のお金は公共サービスのために使われます。

B2 verb ˈtrɪɡərz

triggers

引き起こす

Meaning

To cause or initiate something to happen

Example

Air pollution triggers chronic diseases.

大気汚染は慢性疾患を引き起こします。

B2 noun /toʊl/

toll

通行料 / 損害

Meaning

A charge payable for using a road or bridge; also the extent of damage or suffering caused by something.

Example

The flood took a heavy toll on the village.

洪水は村に大きな損害を与えました。

B2 adjective ˈtaɪmləs

timeless

時を超越した

Meaning

Not affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion.

Example

The timeless beauty of the painting has captivated art lovers for generations.

その絵画の時を超越した美しさは、世代を超えてアート愛好家を魅了しています。

B2 noun /træŋˈkwɪləti/

tranquility

静けさ

Meaning

the quality or state of being calm and peaceful

Example

He enjoyed the tranquility of the countryside.

彼は田舎の静けさを楽しんでいました。

B2 noun /ˈten.ənt/

Tenant

借家人

Meaning

a person who rents and occupies property owned by someone else

Example

The landlord met with the new tenant to sign the lease agreement.

家主は新しい借家人と会って、賃貸契約に署名しました。

B2 noun /ˈtrʌmpɪt/

Trumpet

トランペット

Meaning

a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; military signal instrument

Example

The soldier played the trumpet to signal the troops.

兵士は部隊に合図を送るためにトランペットを吹いた。

B2 noun ˈθrɛʃhəʊld

threshold

閾値, 限界

Meaning

A point of entry or beginning; the magnitude or intensity that must be exceeded for a certain reaction to occur.

Example

Once the threshold for pest population is reached, measures must be taken.

害虫の個体数の閾値に達したら、対策を講じなければならない。

B2 adjective /ˈθɔːtˌproʊvɪkɪŋ/

thought-provoking

考えさせる

Meaning

stimulating careful consideration or thought

Example

The movie was deeply thought-provoking and left a lasting impression.

その映画は深く考えさせられ、永続的な印象を残しました。

B2 noun /ˈtreɪ.tər/

Traitor

裏切り者

Meaning

a person who betrays someone or something, such as a friend, cause, or principle

Example

The spy was branded a traitor to his country after being caught.

スパイは捕まった後、国を裏切った者としてレッテルを貼られました。

B2 noun (plural) /ˈtæk.tɪks/

tactics

戦術

Meaning

specific methods or actions used to achieve a goal, especially in military or competition

Example

The team changed their tactics to win the game.

チームは試合に勝つために戦術を変えた。

B2 noun /tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒɪ.kəl ədˈvɑːns.mənt/

technological advancement

技術的進歩

Meaning

Progress or improvement in technology that leads to better solutions or capabilities.

Example

Technological advancement is revolutionizing healthcare.

技術的進歩は医療分野を革命的に変えつつある。

B2 noun /tɪˈlɑpiə fɪʃ/

Tilapia fish

ティラピア

Meaning

a freshwater fish native to Africa, widely farmed for food due to its mild taste and fast growth

Example

Tilapia fish is one of the most commonly farmed fish species worldwide.

ティラピアは世界で最も一般的に養殖されている魚の一つです。

B2 adjective /ˈtɒl.ər.ə.bəl/

Tolerable

耐えられる; 受け入れ可能だが理想的ではない

Meaning

able to be endured; acceptable though not ideal

Example

The heat was barely tolerable in the afternoon.

午後の暑さはほとんど耐えられるものでした。

B2 noun /ˈtɜːr.naʊt/

turnout

参加者数

Meaning

the number of people who attend or participate in an event or activity

Example

The turnout at the rally was impressive, with thousands showing up.

集会の参加者数は印象的で、何千人もの人々が参加しました。

B2 adjective ˌtek.nəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl

technological

技術的な

Meaning

Relating to or involving technology, especially scientific technology.

Example

Technological advancements enable futuristic projects.

技術の進歩が未来的なプロジェクトを可能にする。

B2 noun /ˈtjuːmər/

tumor

腫瘍

Meaning

an abnormal mass of tissue caused by excessive cell growth

Example

The doctor found a benign tumor during the medical check-up.

医師は健康診断中に良性の腫瘍を見つけました。

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 ˈtɒksɪk ˈɡæsɪz

toxic gases

有毒ガス

Meaning

Poisonous or harmful gases that can cause illness or death

Example

Toxic gases from industries contribute to air pollution.

産業からの有毒ガスは大気汚染に貢献しています。

B2 adjective /ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəl/

territorial

領土の

Meaning

Relating to the ownership or control of land or territory.

Example

The two countries had a territorial dispute over the island.

二国はその島に関する領土問題を抱えていました。

B2 noun/adjective /ˈtɜːrmɪnəl/

terminal

ターミナル、終点、末期の病

Meaning

As a noun: A place where transport routes begin or end. As an adjective: Relating to the end or final stage of something, often an illness.

Example

He waited for the bus at the central terminal.

彼は中央ターミナルでバスを待っていた。