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 noun /ˈtɜːrkwɔɪz/

turquoise

ターコイズ

Meaning

a greenish-blue color or gemstone

Example

She wore a necklace with a beautiful turquoise stone.

彼女は美しいターコイズの石を使ったネックレスをしていました。

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 /trəˈdɪʃ.ən.əl ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi/

traditional economy

伝統経済

Meaning

An economic system based on customs and traditions, often involving barter trade.

Example

Tribes still practice a traditional economy based on barter trade.

部族はまだ物々交換に基づいた伝統経済を実践しています。

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 /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 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 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 adjective /ˈtɒlərənt/

tolerant

寛容

Meaning

Showing willingness to allow the existence of opinions or behaviors that one dislikes or disagrees with.

Example

He is very tolerant of other people's beliefs.

彼は他の人々の信念にとても寛容です。

B2 verb /ˈtrɪɡər/

trigger

引き金

Meaning

To cause something to happen or start, often suddenly.

Example

The loud noise triggered the alarm system.

大きな音がアラームシステムをトリガーした。

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 /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 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 /ˈteɪkˌɔːf/

takeoff

離陸

Meaning

The moment an aircraft leaves the ground and begins to fly; also a sudden rise or start in activity or success.

Example

The plane's takeoff was delayed due to bad weather.

悪天候のため、飛行機の離陸は遅れました。

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 /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 /tæp/

tap

タップする

Meaning

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

Example

He tapped on the door to get her attention.

彼は彼女の注意を引くためにドアをタップしました。

B2 noun /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 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 noun /ˈtrɒli/

Troly

トロリー

Meaning

an electric vehicle that runs on rails or tracks in the street

Example

The trolley runs through the city center every fifteen minutes.

トロリーは市内中心を15分ごとに走ります。

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 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 /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 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 /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 adjective /ˈtaɪm.li/

Timely

タイムリーな; 時間通りの

Meaning

happening at the right time; punctual

Example

His timely arrival saved the meeting.

彼のタイムリーな到着は会議を救いました。

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 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 /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 /ˈtɛrərɪst/

terrorist

テロリスト

Meaning

a person who uses violence or threats to intimidate or coerce, especially for political purposes

Example

The terrorist was arrested by the police after the attack.

テロリストは攻撃後、警察に逮捕されました。

B2 noun /ˈteɪ.lər/

Tailor

仕立て屋

Meaning

a person whose job is making and altering clothes

Example

The tailor measured him for a new suit.

仕立て屋は彼に新しいスーツのサイズを測りました。

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 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 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 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 adverb /ˈθɪkli/

Thickly

密集して

Meaning

in a thick manner; densely; heavily

Example

The forest was thickly wooded with tall pine trees.

森は高い松の木で密集して覆われていた。

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 trænˈzɪʃ.ən

transition

移行

Meaning

The process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another.

Example

The transition from fossil fuels to renewables is vital.

化石燃料から再生可能エネルギーへの移行は重要です。

B2 noun /ˈtɜr.mər.ɪk/

Turmeric

ターメリック

Meaning

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

Example

Add turmeric to the curry for color and flavor.

カレーに色と風味を加えるためにターメリックを加えます。

B2 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 /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 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 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 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 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 /ˈtrɔːmə/

trauma

トラウマ

Meaning

a deeply distressing or disturbing experience; physical injury or emotional shock

Example

The accident left her with lasting emotional trauma.

その事故は彼女に永続的な感情的トラウマを残した。

B2 noun /ˈθiːərɪst/

theorist

理論家

Meaning

A person who develops, studies, or explains theories in a particular field.

Example

The political theorist explained the impact of democracy on social structures.

政治的な理論家は、民主主義が社会構造に与える影響について説明しました。

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 /ˈtɒksɪk/

Toxic

有毒な; 有害なまたは不快な

Meaning

poisonous; very harmful or unpleasant

Example

The factory released toxic chemicals into the river.

工場は有害な化学物質を川に排出しました。

B2 noun /ˈtɛl.ər/

teller

銀行窓口係; 物語を語る人

Meaning

A person who counts and manages money at a bank; a person who tells or relates something

Example

The bank teller counted the cash carefully before handing it over.

銀行のテラーは現金を注意深く数えて渡した。

B2 noun /tɒŋz/

Tongs

トング

Meaning

a tool consisting of two movable arms that are joined at one end, used for picking up and holding things

Example

Use the tongs to pick up the hot pieces of meat from the grill.

グリルから熱い肉片をつかむためにトングを使います。

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 adjective /ˈtræŋkwɪl/

tranquil

静かな

Meaning

Free from disturbance; calm and peaceful.

Example

A tranquil environment promotes relaxation and focus.

静かな環境はリラックスと集中を促進します。

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 /ˈtrædʒ.ə.di/

Tragedy

悲劇; 災難

Meaning

an event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress; a serious drama with an unhappy ending

Example

The earthquake was a tragedy that affected thousands of families.

地震は多くの家族に影響を与えた悲劇でした。

B2 noun /tsuːˈnɑː.mi/

tsunami

津波

Meaning

a large sea wave caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption

Example

The tsunami devastated the coastal town, leaving thousands homeless.

津波は沿岸の町を壊滅させ、何千人もの人々を家なしにしました。

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 /ˈtæk.tɪk/

Tactic

戦術; 戦略

Meaning

a plan or method for achieving something; a strategy used to accomplish a goal

Example

The coach used a new tactic to win the game.

コーチはゲームに勝つために新しい戦術を使いました。

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 /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。

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 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 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 /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。

Meaning

to make skin or a hide brown by exposure to the sun or by using chemicals

Example

She tanned her skin after spending the summer at the beach.

B2 adverb /ˈtaɪtli/

Tightly

しっかり; 強く

Meaning

in a tight manner; firmly; securely

Example

Hold the rope tightly so you don't fall.

ロープをしっかり持って、落ちないようにします。

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 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 adjective trænsˈfɔːr.mə.tɪv

transformative

変革的

Meaning

Something that has a profound impact and creates something new.

Example

The new education system is highly transformative.

新しい教育システムは非常に変革的です。

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 adjective /ˈθʌroʊ/

thorough

徹底的な, 詳細な

Meaning

complete with regard to every detail; not superficial or partial

Example

The report was thorough and well-researched.

そのレポートは徹底的で、十分に調査されていました。

B2 noun /ˈteɪbəlˌspun/

tablespoon

テーブルスプーン

Meaning

a spoon used for serving or eating food, typically holding about 15 milliliters

Example

She stirred the soup with a tablespoon.

彼女はテーブルスプーンでスープをかき混ぜました。

B2 noun /tɔːrˈneɪdoʊ/

tornado

竜巻

Meaning

a rapidly rotating column of air in contact with the ground and clouds, often destructive

Example

The tornado destroyed several houses in the village.

竜巻は村のいくつかの家を破壊した

B2 adjective /ˈθret.ən.ɪŋ/

Threatening

脅威的な; 威圧的な

Meaning

expressing a threat; menacing; intimidating

Example

The dark clouds looked threatening before the storm.

嵐の前に暗い雲が脅威的に見えた。

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 verb /twiːk/

tweak

微調整

Meaning

to make small adjustments; to fine-tune something

Example

We need to tweak the design slightly.

デザインを少し調整する必要があります。

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, 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 phrase teɪk ˈpɜː.sən.əl.i

take personally

個人的に受け取る

Meaning

To interpret someone's words or actions as a personal attack or criticism.

Example

Don't take it personally, he didn't mean to upset you.

個人的に受け取らないで、彼はあなたを怒らせるつもりはなかった。

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 noun ˈtrækɪŋ ˈprɒɡrɛs

tracking progress

進捗追跡

Meaning

The process of monitoring and evaluating advancement towards goals or objectives.

Example

Regular tracking progress helps in achieving long-term goals.

定期的な進捗の追跡は、長期的な目標を達成するのに役立ちます。

B2 noun /θret/

Threat

脅威

Meaning

a statement of intention to inflict harm; a person or thing likely to cause danger

Example

The storm poses a serious threat to coastal areas.

嵐は沿岸地域に深刻な脅威をもたらします。

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 /θɛft/

theft

窃盗

Meaning

the action or crime of stealing

Example

The theft of his wallet was reported to the police.

彼の財布の盗難は警察に報告されました。

B2 noun /ˈtɜːnˌəʊvə/

turnover

売上高

Meaning

the amount of business conducted during a particular period, or the rate at which employees leave a company

Example

The company reported a high turnover in its sales department.

会社は販売部門で高い売上高を報告しました。

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 /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 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 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 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 /ˈtraɪ.əl/

Trial

裁判; テスト

Meaning

a formal examination of evidence in a court; a test of performance or quality

Example

The murder trial lasted for three weeks in the county courthouse.

殺人裁判は郡の裁判所で3週間続いた。

B2 noun ˈtraɪəmf

triumph

勝利

Meaning

A great victory or achievement.

Example

The novel is considered one of Dickens' greatest triumphs.

その小説はディケンズの最も偉大な勝利の一つと見なされています。

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。

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。