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 adjective /ˌæn.tiˈsoʊ.ʃəl/

Antisocial

反社会的な; 社会秩序に敵対的

Meaning

avoiding social interaction; hostile to social order

Example

His antisocial behavior made it difficult for him to make friends.

彼の反社会的な行動は、友達を作るのを難しくしました。

B2 noun /pʌls/

Pulse

豆類

Meaning

edible seeds of leguminous plants such as lentils, beans, and peas

Example

Pulses are an excellent source of protein for vegetarians.

豆類はベジタリアンにとって優れたタンパク源です。

B2 noun /ˈɛksələns/

excellence

卓越

Meaning

the quality of being outstanding or extremely good

Example

The school is known for its academic excellence.

その学校は学術的な卓越性で知られています。

B2 noun /ˈprɒvɪns/

province

省

Meaning

a principal administrative division of certain countries or empires.

Example

The province is known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes.

その省は豊かな文化遺産と素晴らしい自然景観で知られています。

B2 noun/adjective /ˈkæpɪtəlɪst/

capitalist

Meaning

a person who supports or believes in capitalism; a wealthy business owner

Example

The capitalist believes in the freedom of the market.

B2 adverb /ʌnˈsɜːrtənli/

uncertainly

不確かに

Meaning

in a way that shows doubt or lack of certainty

Example

She glanced uncertainly at the complicated instructions.

彼女は複雑な指示を不確かに見つめた。

B2 adjective /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːəbl/

disagreeable

不快

Meaning

Unpleasant or offensive; causing discomfort or annoyance.

Example

The weather was cold and disagreeable.

天気は寒くて不快だった。

B2 verb /ˈbætər/

batter

繰り返し打つ

Meaning

To strike repeatedly with force.

Example

The waves battered the shoreline all night.

波が一晩中海岸を打ちました。

B2 noun /rɒd/

rod

金属または木材の細長い棒

Meaning

a thin straight bar, especially of metal or wood

Example

He used an iron rod to support the structure.

彼は構造を支えるために鉄のロッドを使いました。

B2 noun /ɪnˌtɜːrprəˈteɪʃən/

interpretation

解釈

Meaning

the action of explaining the meaning of something

Example

The teacher gave her own interpretation of the poem.

教師は詩の自分の解釈を示しました。

B2 adjective /ˈmʌd.i/

muddy

泥だらけ

Meaning

covered in or full of mud; unclear or confused

Example

The children came back with muddy shoes after playing outside.

子供たちは外で遊んだ後、泥だらけの靴で帰ってきました。

B2 noun /ˌɪmpərˈfɛkʃən/

imperfection

不完全

Meaning

a flaw, defect, or weakness; the state of being imperfect

Example

She accepted her imperfection as part of being human.

彼女は人間であることの一部として自分の不完全さを受け入れた。

B2 noun /kloʊv/

Clove

クローブ

Meaning

aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family Myrtaceae, used as a spice

Example

She added a few cloves to the mulled wine for extra flavor.

彼女はワインにいくつかのクローブを加えて、風味を増しました。

B2 noun /ˈpɒp.i/

Poppy

ケシの花

Meaning

a bright red flower with black seeds, often used as a symbol of remembrance

Example

The red poppy bloomed beautifully in the garden.

赤いケシの花が庭で美しく咲きました。

B2 verb /əˈbɒlɪʃ/

abolish

廃止する

Meaning

to formally end or stop something; to cancel or eliminate completely

Example

The government decided to abolish the old tax system.

政府は古い税制を廃止することを決定した。

B2 noun /ɪnˈdʒɛkʃən/

injection

Meaning

the act of introducing a substance into the body through a needle

Example

The nurse gave me an injection to prevent the infection.

B2 noun /ˈʃɛərˌhoʊldər/

shareholder

株主

Meaning

an individual or organization that owns shares in a company

Example

Each shareholder has the right to vote at the annual meeting.

各株主は年次総会で投票する権利を持っています。

B2 noun /ˈweɪtˌlɪftɪŋ/

weightlifting

重量挙げ

Meaning

the sport or activity of lifting heavy weights to build strength and muscle

Example

Weightlifting requires discipline, proper technique, and consistent training.

重量挙げには規律と正しい技術が必要です。

B2 verb /ˌkoʊ.ɪnˈsaɪd/

coincide

一致する

Meaning

To occur at the same time or to be in agreement.

Example

The meeting coincided with her birthday.

会議は彼女の誕生日と一致しました。

B2 noun /ˌren.əˈveɪ.ʃən/

Renovation

リノベーション; 改修

Meaning

the act of renovating; restoration to a former better state

Example

The old house underwent a complete renovation last year.

その古い家は昨年完全な改修を受けました。

B2 noun kənˌtæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən

contamination

汚染

Meaning

The process of making something less pure by exposure to or addition of a poisonous or polluting substance.

Example

Contamination of air leads to health issues.

空気の汚染は健康に問題を引き起こします。

B2 noun /ˈeɪ.prɪ.kɒt/

Apricot

アプリコット

Meaning

a small orange-colored fruit with a soft skin and sweet flesh

Example

The apricot tree produces sweet fruit in summer.

アプリコットの木は夏に甘い果物を実らせる。

B2 noun /ˈwaɪld.laɪf ˌkɒnsərˈveɪʃən/

wildlife conservation

野生動物保護

Meaning

The practice of protecting wild animal species and their habitats in order to maintain healthy wildlife species or populations and to restore, protect or enhance natural ecosystems.

Example

Wildlife conservation aims to protect endangered species.

野生動物保護の目的は絶滅危惧種を保護することです。

B2 noun /ˈraɪvəl/

Rival

ライバル; 競争相手;

Meaning

a person or thing competing with another for the same objective or for superiority in the same field

Example

The two companies have been business rivals for decades.

二つの企業は何十年もの間、商業上のライバルです。

B2 noun jiːld

yield

収益, 利益

Meaning

A financial return or reward (especially a dividend or interest) from an investment.

Example

The investment yielded high returns last year.

その投資は昨年、高いリターンをもたらしました。

B2 noun /rɪˈstrɪk.ʃən/

Restriction

制限; 限界; コントロール

Meaning

a limiting condition or measure; the limitation or control of someone or something

Example

There are strict restrictions on smoking in public places.

公共の場所での喫煙には厳格な制限があります。

B2 noun /ˈseɪf.ɡɑːrd/

Safeguard

保護措置

Meaning

measure or action designed to protect someone or something

Example

New safeguards were implemented to prevent data breaches.

データ漏洩を防ぐために新しい保護措置が実施されました。

B2 adjective /rɪˈfaɪnd/

Refined

洗練された; 精製された

Meaning

elegant and cultured in appearance, manner, or taste; purified

Example

She has very refined taste in art and music.

彼女は芸術と音楽に非常に洗練された趣味を持っています。

B2 noun /frɔːd/

Fraud

詐欺

Meaning

wrongful or criminal deception intended to result in financial or personal gain

Example

The company was investigated for credit card fraud and money laundering.

その会社はクレジットカード詐欺とマネーロンダリングで調査されました。

B2 verb /ʃʌv/

shove

押す

Meaning

to push someone or something roughly

Example

He shoved the box into the corner.

彼は箱を隅に押し込んだ。

B2 verb /ɪtʃ/

itch

かゆみ

Meaning

to feel an urge to scratch; to have a restless desire

Example

My skin itches from the mosquito bites.

蚊に刺されて肌がかゆいです。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈɑːrmd/

unarmed

非武装

Meaning

Not equipped with or carrying weapons

Example

The police found the suspect unarmed during the search.

警察は捜索中に容疑者が武装していないことを発見した。

B2 noun ˈweə.rə.bəl dɪˈvaɪ.sɪz

wearable devices

ウェアラブルデバイス

Meaning

Electronic devices that can be worn on the body, typically incorporating smart technology for monitoring health or providing information.

Example

Wearable devices help monitor heart rate and physical activity.

ウェアラブルデバイスは心拍数と身体活動をモニタリングするのに役立ちます。

B2 noun /dɪˈpləʊ.mə/

diploma

卒業証書

Meaning

an official document showing that a person has completed a course of study or training

Example

She received her diploma after finishing the nursing program.

彼女は看護プログラムを修了した後、卒業証書を受け取りました。

B2 noun /ˈpɑːrtɪkəl/

particle

粒子

Meaning

a very small piece or amount of something

Example

Dust particles floated in the air near the window.

窓の近くの空気中にほこりの粒子が浮かんでいました。

B2 verb /riːˈɔːrɡənaɪz/

reorganize

再編成する

Meaning

to arrange something again in a different way for greater efficiency or order

Example

The manager decided to reorganize the team structure.

マネージャーはチームの構造を再編成することに決めました。

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 ˈel.ɪ.veɪt

elevate

高める、上げる、より重要または印象的なレベルに引き上げる

Meaning

To lift to a higher position; to raise to a more important or impressive level.

Example

Good leadership can elevate team performance.

良いリーダーシップはチームのパフォーマンスを高めることができます。

B2 noun /haɪv/

Hive

ハチの巣; 活動で満ちた場所

Meaning

a structure in which bees live and produce honey; a place full of busy activity

Example

The garden was buzzing with activity as bees flew back and forth from their hive.

庭はミツバチがハチの巣から行ったり来たりして活動でにぎわっていた。

B2 verb /əbˈteɪn/

obtain

取得する

Meaning

to get or acquire something

Example

You need to obtain a visa before traveling abroad.

あなたは海外に行く前にビザを取得する必要があります。

B2 verb /fɔɪl/

foil

阻止する

Meaning

To prevent something (especially a plan) from succeeding.

Example

The police foiled the robbery attempt.

警察は強盗未遂を阻止した。

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 adjective /slaɪ/

sly

ずるい / 狡猾

Meaning

Clever in a deceitful or cunning way.

Example

She gave him a sly smile.

彼女は彼にずるい笑顔を向けた。

B2 adjective /ˈmɪd.əl.eɪdʒd/

Middle-aged

中年

Meaning

being of an age between young and old; typically between 40-60 years old

Example

The middle-aged man started a new career.

中年の男性が新しいキャリアを始めた。

B2 noun /boʊst/

Boast

自慢; 自惚れ; 誇り

Meaning

an act of talking with excessive pride about one's achievements

Example

His constant boast about his wealth annoyed everyone.

彼の財産についての絶え間ない自慢は、みんなをうんざりさせた。

B2 noun /ˈrækɪt/

racket

ラケット / 騒音

Meaning

A piece of equipment used to hit the ball in sports like tennis or badminton; also a loud noise or an illegal scheme.

Example

He bought a new tennis racket for the match.

彼は試合のために新しいテニスラケットを買った。

B2 noun /ˈbɒdiɡɑːrd/

bodyguard

ボディガード

Meaning

a person employed to protect someone from harm

Example

The celebrity arrived with her bodyguard.

その有名人はボディガードと一緒に到着した。

B2 adjective /dɪˈfektɪv/

Defective

欠陥のある; 不完全な

Meaning

having faults or defects; imperfect

Example

The defective product was returned to the store.

欠陥のある製品は店に返品されました。

B2 verb ˈɪmplɪment

implement

実施する

Meaning

To put a decision or plan into effect; to execute or apply.

Example

Implementing educational policies is essential for progress.

教育政策を実施することは進歩にとって重要です。

B2 verb /pruːn/

prune

剪定する

Meaning

to cut off unwanted parts of a plant or tree to help it grow better

Example

Gardeners prune the trees in spring to encourage growth.

庭師は春に木を剪定して成長を促進します。

B2 noun /ˌɛkskləˈmeɪʃən/

exclamation

感嘆

Meaning

A sudden cry or remark expressing strong emotion or surprise.

Example

She let out an exclamation of joy when she heard the news.

彼女はそのニュースを聞いて、喜びの感嘆を漏らしました。

B2 noun /ˌʌndəˈɡrædʒuət/

undergraduate

学部生

Meaning

a student who has not yet earned a bachelor's degree

Example

She is an undergraduate studying computer science.

彼女はコンピュータサイエンスを学んでいる学部生です。

B2 adjective /ˈneɪ.kɪd/

Naked

裸; 衣服なし; 暴露された; 無防備

Meaning

without clothes or covering; bare; exposed; unclothed

Example

The naked truth about the situation shocked everyone.

その状況についての裸の真実は、皆を驚かせました。

B2 noun /ˈsiː.mən/

Seaman

船員

Meaning

a person who works on a ship; sailor

Example

The experienced seaman navigated the ship through the storm.

経験豊富な船員は嵐の中で船を操縦しました。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnsɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

insignificant

重要でない

Meaning

Too small or unimportant to be worth considering.

Example

The cost was so insignificant that nobody noticed it.

そのコストは重要でなく、誰もそれに気づかなかった。

B2 verb /ˈpɒndər/

ponder

深く考える

Meaning

to think about something carefully

Example

She pondered over the meaning of the poem.

彼女は詩の意味について深く考えていました。

B2 verb /ˈkæt.ɪ.ɡə.raɪzd/

categorized

分類された

Meaning

Placed in a particular class or group.

Example

The city was categorized as highly polluted.

その都市は高度に汚染されていると分類されました。

B2 adjective /ˈlɪniər/

linear

線形

Meaning

Arranged in or extending along a straight line.

Example

The artist used linear perspective in his drawings.

アーティストは彼の絵に線形透視を使用しました。

B2 noun /ɡræm/

Gram

ひよこ豆

Meaning

chickpea; a leguminous plant and its edible seed

Example

She cooked gram curry for lunch today.

今日は昼食にひよこ豆カレーを作りました。

B2 noun /ɪnˈdjʊə.rəns/

endurance

耐久力

Meaning

The fact or power of enduring an unpleasant or difficult process or situation without giving way.

Example

Running a marathon requires exceptional endurance.

マラソンを走るには卓越した耐久力が必要です。

B2 noun /faʊl/

Fowl

家禽

Meaning

a domesticated bird kept for meat or eggs; chicken or other poultry

Example

The farmer raised fowl in his backyard for fresh eggs and meat.

農場主は新鮮な卵と肉のために庭で家禽を育てていました。

B2 adjective /ˈvɜːr.tʃu.əs/

Virtuous

徳のある; 正義の; 道徳的に優れた;

Meaning

having high moral standards; righteous; morally excellent

Example

She is known for her virtuous character and honest dealings.

彼女はその徳のある性格と正直な取引で知られています。

B2 noun /ˈkɑr.ɡoʊ ʃɪp/

Cargo ship

貨物船

Meaning

a ship or vessel that carries goods and materials from one port to another

Example

The cargo ship transported containers filled with electronics across the ocean.

貨物船は、電子機器で満載のコンテナを海を越えて運びました。

B2 verb /prəˈhɪbɪt/

prohibit

禁止する

Meaning

to forbid something by law, rule, or other authority

Example

The law prohibits smoking in public places.

法律は公共の場所での喫煙を禁止しています。

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 noun /ˈdiː.sən.si/

Decency

品位

Meaning

behavior that conforms to accepted standards of morality or respectability

Example

She had the decency to apologize for her mistake immediately.

彼女はすぐに自分の間違いを謝る品位を示しました。

B2 verb /prəˈvoʊk/

provoke

挑発する

Meaning

To cause someone to become angry or to cause a reaction.

Example

His words provoked a heated argument.

彼の言葉は激しい議論を引き起こした。

B2 adverb /ˈkæʒ.u.ə.li/

Casually

カジュアルに; リラックスして非公式に

Meaning

in a relaxed and informal way; without much thought or preparation

Example

He casually mentioned that he was leaving.

彼はカジュアルに出発することを言った。

B2 adjective /ˈæp.lɪ.kə.bəl/

applicable

適用可能

Meaning

Relevant or appropriate in a particular situation.

Example

This rule is applicable to eye care too.

このルールは目のケアにも適用されます。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈhɛlpfəl/

unhelpful

役に立たない

Meaning

not providing help or support; making a situation harder rather than easier

Example

His unhelpful attitude slowed down the entire project.

彼の役に立たない態度はプロジェクト全体を遅らせた。

B2 verb /ɪnˈsɜːrt/

insert

挿入する

Meaning

to put or place something into something else

Example

Please insert the key into the lock.

鍵をロックに挿入してください。

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 noun /ˈʃəʊ.keɪs/

showcase

ショーケース、何かを魅力的または有利な方法で提示する

Meaning

A display case or exhibition; to present something in an attractive or favorable way.

Example

The exhibition showcased the artist's best works.

展示会はアーティストの最高の作品を展示しました。

B2 noun/verb /ɡʌt/

gut

胃 / 勇気

Meaning

The stomach or belly; also used for courage, instinct, or to remove the inside of something.

Example

He had the guts to stand up for his beliefs.

彼は自分の信念を守る勇気を持っていました。

B2 adjective /kəmˈpærətɪv/

Comparative

比較の

Meaning

involving comparison between two or more things; relative

Example

The study showed comparative results between different teaching methods.

研究は異なる教育方法間の比較結果を示しました。

B2 noun /ˈɡaɪd.laɪn/

guideline

ガイドライン

Meaning

a rule, instruction, or principle that provides direction

Example

The company issued new guidelines for employee safety.

会社は従業員の安全のために新しいガイドラインを発表しました。

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 adjective /ˈstɜːrdi/

sturdy

頑丈

Meaning

strongly and solidly built; not easily weakened

Example

The carpenter made a sturdy wooden table.

大工は頑丈な木製のテーブルを作った。

B2 adjective /ˈɛəri/

airy

風通しの良い

Meaning

Spacious and well-ventilated; light and breezy.

Example

The new apartment is bright and airy.

新しいアパートは明るくて風通しが良いです。

B2 noun /lɪˈdʒɪtɪməsi/

legitimacy

正当性

Meaning

the quality of being accepted as right, proper, or lawful

Example

The legitimacy of the election was questioned by observers.

選挙の正当性は観察者によって疑問視されました。

B2 noun /wɒsp/

Wasp

スズメバチ

Meaning

a flying insect with a yellow and black striped body and a painful sting

Example

The wasp stung me when I disturbed its nest.

私は巣を邪魔したとき、スズメバチに刺されました。

B2 verb /ˌriːˈbɪld/

rebuild

再建する

Meaning

to build something again after it has been damaged or destroyed

Example

The villagers worked together to rebuild the bridge after the flood.

村人たちは洪水の後、橋を再建するために協力しました。

B2 noun ˈoʊzoʊn dɪˈpliʃən

ozone depletion

オゾン層の減少

Meaning

The reduction in the amount of ozone in the Earth's stratosphere, leading to increased UV radiation.

Example

Ozone depletion increases UV radiation.

オゾン層の減少はUV放射線を増加させます。

B2 noun /ˈruːmər/

Rumour

噂; ゴシップ; ニュース

Meaning

a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth; gossip

Example

There's a rumour that the company will close next month.

会社が来月閉鎖されるという噂があります。

B2 noun /ˈprɒbləm ˈsɒlvɪŋ/

problem-solving

問題解決

Meaning

The process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues.

Example

Problem-solving skills are key to leadership.

問題解決能力はリーダーシップに不可欠です。

B2 verb /skwɒʃ/

squash

潰す

Meaning

to crush or squeeze something with force so that it becomes flat or broken

Example

She accidentally squashed the bug with her shoe.

彼女はうっかり靴で虫を潰しました。

B2 adjective ˌɒp.ərˈeɪ.ʃən.əl

operational

運用可能

Meaning

In working order; ready for use.

Example

The space project will be operational by 2025.

宇宙計画は2025年までに運用可能になります。

B2 noun /ɪnˈkluːʒən/

inclusion

インクルージョン

Meaning

the action or state of including or being included within a group or structure

Example

Diversity and inclusion are key values in modern workplaces.

多様性とインクルージョンは現代の職場における重要な価値観です。

B2 noun /ˌprɒsɪˈkjuːʃən/

prosecution

起訴

Meaning

The act of bringing a criminal charge against someone and pursuing legal action in court.

Example

The prosecution presented strong evidence against the defendant.

起訴側は被告人に対して強力な証拠を提出しました。

B2 noun /biːt/

Beet

ビート

Meaning

a plant with a round dark red root that is eaten as a vegetable

Example

Roasted beet with goat cheese makes a delicious salad.

ゴートチーズとローストビートが美味しいサラダを作ります。

B2 adjective /ˈɡlæm.ər.əs/

Glamorous

魅力的; 華やかな; ファッショナブル;

Meaning

having glamour; attractive in an exciting way; fashionable;

Example

The actress looked glamorous in her designer gown at the awards ceremony.

女優は授賞式でデザイナーのドレスを着て華やかに見えました。

B2 noun /ˈder.ɪŋ/

Daring

大胆; 危険を冒す意欲

Meaning

adventurous courage; willingness to take risks

Example

The mountain climber's daring impressed everyone at the base camp.

山登りの冒険心は、ベースキャンプの皆に感動を与えました。

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 adverb /ˈæŋkʃəsli/

anxiously

不安そうに

Meaning

in a worried, nervous, or uneasy manner; with anxious anticipation

Example

She waited anxiously for the exam results.

彼女は試験の結果を不安そうに待っていた。

B2 noun /ˈpɛbl/

pebble

小石

Meaning

a small smooth stone found on beaches or rivers

Example

He threw a pebble into the pond and watched the ripples.

彼は小石を池に投げ入れて、波を見ていました。

B2 noun /veɪn/

Vein

静脈; 血管

Meaning

a blood vessel that carries blood back to the heart; a streak or marking of a different color

Example

The nurse found a vein in his arm to draw blood.

看護師は彼の腕に血を取るための静脈を見つけました。

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 /flɛkˈsɪbɪləti/

flexibility

柔軟性

Meaning

The quality of bending easily without breaking; willingness to change or compromise.

Example

The flexibility of the working hours made it easier to balance work and personal life.

労働時間のフレキシビリティにより、仕事とプライベート生活のバランスが取りやすくなった。

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。

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 /ˈæɡ.ə.ni/

Agony

極度の肉体的または精神的苦痛; 激しい痛み

Meaning

extreme physical or mental suffering; intense pain

Example

He was in agony after the accident.

事故後、彼は激しい痛みに苦しんでいた。

B2 adjective /kəˈmɛndəbl̩/

commendable

称賛に値する

Meaning

deserving praise or approval

Example

Her dedication to the project was truly commendable.

プロジェクトへの彼女の献身は本当に称賛に値した。

B2 noun /ˈfɛmənɪst/

feminist

フェミニスト

Meaning

a person who supports equal rights and opportunities for women and men

Example

She proudly calls herself a feminist and fights for gender equality.

彼女は誇りを持って自分をフェミニストだと言い、ジェンダー平等のために戦っています。

B2 noun ˈdɪdʒɪtəl ˈfɔːrmæt

Digital Format

デジタルフォーマット

Meaning

A format in which information is stored as electronic data.

Example

A digital format family tree can be shared online.

デジタルフォーマットの家系図はオンラインで共有できます。

B2 noun /ˈɔːrɡənaɪzər/

organizer

主催者

Meaning

a person who arranges or coordinates activities, events, or groups; a tool or item used to keep things in order

Example

She worked as the main organizer of the international conference.

彼女は国際会議の主要な主催者だった。

B2 verb /dɪˈvaɪz/

devise

考案する

Meaning

To plan or invent something carefully.

Example

The engineers devised a new method to reduce costs.

エンジニアたちはコスト削減のために新しい方法を考案した。

B2 noun /slæŋ/

Slang

スラング; 不正な言葉

Meaning

very informal language that is usually spoken rather than written

Example

The teenagers used slang that their parents couldn't understand.

ティーンエイジャーは親が理解できないスラングを使いました。

B2 adjective /ˈʌt.ɚ/

Utter

完全な; 絶対的な; 全体の

Meaning

complete; absolute; total

Example

The movie was an utter disaster at the box office.

その映画は興行収入で完全に失敗しました。

B2 adjective /ˈbaɪəst/

Biased

偏見

Meaning

showing prejudice for or against someone or something unfairly

Example

The judge was accused of being biased against the defendant.

裁判官は被告に対して偏見があると告発されました。

B2 verb /siːz/

seize

奪う

Meaning

To take hold of suddenly and forcibly.

Example

The police managed to seize the stolen goods.

警察は盗まれた商品を押収することに成功した。

B2 noun /ˌrɪəlɪˈzeɪʃən/

realization

実現

Meaning

the act of becoming fully aware of something as a fact

Example

Her realization of the problem helped solve the issue.

彼女の問題の認識が問題解決に役立った。

B2 verb /dɪˈmɪnɪʃ/

diminish

Meaning

to make or become less; to reduce in size, importance, or value

Example

Over time, his influence in the company began to diminish.

B2 noun ˈkɔːʃən

caution

注意

Meaning

Care taken to avoid danger or mistakes; a warning or piece of advice.

Example

Researchers issued a caution regarding unsustainable fishing.

研究者たちは持続不可能な漁業について警告を出しました。

B2 verb /dʒɑːɡ/

jog

ジョギングする

Meaning

to run at a slow, steady pace for exercise

Example

She jogs every morning in the park.

彼女は毎朝公園でジョギングします。

B2 noun /ˈfaʊn.tən/

Fountain

噴水

Meaning

a natural spring of water; an artificial structure from which water flows

Example

The fountain in the park attracts many visitors.

公園の噴水は多くの訪問者を引き寄せます。

B2 noun /ˌdek.ləˈreɪ.ʃən/

Declaration

宣言; 発表; 告知

Meaning

a formal or explicit statement or announcement; an official proclamation

Example

The president's declaration of independence marked a historic moment for the nation.

大統領の独立宣言は、国にとって歴史的な瞬間を意味していました。

B2 adjective /ˈfɔːrtʃənət/

fortunate

幸運な

Meaning

Having good luck or receiving something desirable by chance.

Example

She was fortunate to escape the accident without injuries.

彼女は事故で怪我をすることなく逃げることができて幸運だった。

B2 verb/adjective /ɑːrˈtɪkjʊlət/

articulate

Meaning

to express thoughts or ideas clearly; having the ability to speak fluently and clearly

Example

She was able to articulate her ideas during the meeting.

B2 noun /ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

certification

認定

Meaning

the process of officially recognizing or confirming that something or someone meets required standards; an official document proving qualification

Example

She received her professional certification after completing the training program.

彼女は研修プログラムを修了した後、専門的な認定を取得しました。

B2 noun /mjuːl/

Mule

ラバ

Meaning

the offspring of a donkey and a horse, used as a working animal

Example

The farmer used a mule to carry heavy loads.

農夫は重い荷物を運ぶためにラバを使いました。