B2 verb /ʌnˈkʌvə(r)/

uncover

明らかにする

Meaning

to reveal something that was hidden or secret

Example

The investigation uncovered new evidence.

調査で新しい証拠が明らかになった。

B2 noun /ˈet.ɪ.kət/

Etiquette

エチケット

Meaning

the customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession

Example

Proper etiquette requires standing when a lady enters the room.

適切なエチケットは、女性が部屋に入るときに立ち上がることを求めます。

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 adjective /ˌdʒiːəˈɡræfɪkəl/

geographical

地理的な

Meaning

relating to geography; connected with the physical features, location, or characteristics of the Earth or a particular area

Example

The country’s geographical position makes it an important trading hub.

その国の地理的な位置は重要な貿易拠点となっています。

B2 adverb /ˈnɔɪzɪli/

Noisily

騒々しく

Meaning

in a way that makes a lot of noise; loudly

Example

The children were playing noisily in the playground.

子供たちは遊び場で騒がしく遊んでいました。

B2 noun /fɪˈlɒs.ə.fi/

philosophy

哲学

Meaning

the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence

Example

Her philosophy emphasizes kindness and empathy.

彼女の哲学は親切さと共感を強調しています。

B2 adjective /ˈdɛlɪkət/

delicate

壊れやすい

Meaning

Easily broken or damaged; requiring careful handling.

Example

The vase is very delicate, so handle it with care.

この花瓶はとても壊れやすいので、注意して扱ってください。

B2 noun /ˌek.əˈnɒm.ɪk səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

economic sustainability

経済の持続可能性

Meaning

The ability of an economy to support a defined level of economic production indefinitely.

Example

Economic sustainability drives long-term growth.

経済の持続可能性は長期的な成長を促進する。

B2 verb, noun /sniːz/

sneeze

くしゃみをする

Meaning

to expel air involuntarily from the nose and mouth due to irritation; the act of sneezing

Example

I had to sneeze during the meeting.

会議中にくしゃみをしなければならなかった。

B2 verb /kənˈvɜːs/

converse

会話する

Meaning

to have a conversation; to talk together

Example

They conversed about literature for hours.

彼らは何時間も文学について話し合った。

B2 noun ˈsiːzənəl ˈvedʒtəbəlz

seasonal vegetables

季節の野菜

Meaning

Vegetables that grow during specific seasons or times of the year

Example

Seasonal vegetables grow abundantly in winter.

季節の野菜は冬に豊富に育ちます。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈplɪsɪt/

implicit

暗黙の

Meaning

Suggested or understood without being directly stated.

Example

Her trust in him was implicit.

彼女の彼に対する信頼は暗黙のものでした。

B2 noun/verb /beɪt/

bait

Meaning

Food or lure used to attract fish or animals; to deliberately provoke or annoy.

Example

He used worms as bait to catch fish.

B2 phrase ˈɡləʊ.bəl ˌkəʊ.ɒp.əˈreɪ.ʃən

global cooperation

グローバル協力

Meaning

International collaboration and working together across countries to address common challenges and goals.

Example

Global cooperation is essential to address climate challenges.

グローバル協力は気候問題に対処するために不可欠です。

B2 adjective /ˈmɪstʃɪvəs/

Mischievous

いたずらな; おてんばな; わんぱくな

Meaning

playfully naughty; causing minor trouble; impish

Example

The mischievous child hid his sister's favorite toy.

いたずらな子供が姉のお気に入りのおもちゃを隠した。

B2 noun /ˈkænən/

Cannon

大砲

Meaning

large heavy gun that fires cannonballs or shells

Example

The castle was defended by several large cannons.

城は数台の大きなキャノンで守られていた。

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 adjective /ˈreɪʃəl/

racial

人種の

Meaning

relating to a race of people

Example

Racial equality is an important issue in many societies.

人種平等は多くの社会において重要な問題です。

B2 verb /pəˈtroʊl/

patrol

パトロールする

Meaning

to move around an area to watch or guard it

Example

The police patrol the streets at night to ensure safety.

警察は夜に街をパトロールして安全を確保しています。

B2 verb /ˈfɜːrnɪʃ/

furnish

家具を設置する、提供する

Meaning

to provide or supply with furniture or equipment

Example

They furnished the new house with modern furniture.

彼らは新しい家に現代的な家具を備えました。

B2 noun ˈrɛstɪŋ pleɪs

resting place

安息地

Meaning

A place where someone or something rests, especially a burial site.

Example

The resting place of the martyrs is near the river.

殉教者の安息地は川の近くにあります。

B2 noun /ˈdɛnɪmz/

denims

デニムのパンツ

Meaning

pants or clothes made from denim fabric, usually jeans

Example

He wore blue denims with a white shirt.

彼は白いシャツと青いデニムを履いていた。

B2 noun /sərˈkʌmfərəns/

circumference

円周

Meaning

the distance around the edge of a circle

Example

The teacher asked us to calculate the circumference of the circle.

先生は私たちに円周の長さを計算するように頼みました。

B2 noun /ˈɡlɑːs.weər/

Glass-ware

ガラス製品

Meaning

objects made of glass, especially drinking glasses and decorative objects

Example

The wedding registry included fine glassware.

ウェディングレジストリには、上質なガラス製品が含まれていました。

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 /ˈɛθɪks/

ethics

倫理

Meaning

moral principles that govern a person's behavior or the conduct of an activity

Example

Business ethics require companies to act fairly and responsibly.

ビジネス倫理は、企業に公平かつ責任を持って行動することを求めます。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈwel.kəm/

Unwelcome

不快な; 望ましくない; 招待されていない

Meaning

not wanted or accepted; not invited or pleasant

Example

The unwelcome news ruined their vacation plans.

その歓迎されないニュースは彼らの休暇計画を台無しにしました。

B2 noun /biːk/

Beak

くちばし

Meaning

the hard pointed part of a bird's mouth

Example

The eagle has a sharp beak for tearing meat.

ワシは肉を引き裂くために鋭いくちばしを持っています。

B2 noun /dwɔːrf/

dwarf

小人

Meaning

a person, animal, or plant much smaller than average

Example

Snow White lived with seven dwarfs.

白雪姫は7人の小人と一緒に暮らしていました。

B2 verb /ˈrɛnəˌveɪt/

renovate

改装する

Meaning

to restore something old to a good state or to improve it

Example

They decided to renovate the old house before moving in.

彼らは引っ越す前に古い家を改装することに決めました。

B2 noun /kɜːrl/

Curl

カール; らせん形

Meaning

a piece of hair that curves or coils; something with a spiral or curved shape

Example

She had beautiful natural curls that framed her face perfectly.

彼女は顔を完璧に縁取る自然なカールをしていた。

B2 verb /plʌk/

pluck

摘む, 勇気を出す

Meaning

to take hold of and quickly remove; to gather courage or determination

Example

She plucked a flower from the garden.

彼女は庭から花を摘みました。

B2 adjective /ˈheɪsti/

Hasty

急いだ; 慌ただしい

Meaning

done or acting with excessive speed or urgency; hurried

Example

Don't make hasty decisions when you're angry.

怒っているときに急いだ決定をしないでください。

B2 adjective /flɔːd/

flawed

欠陥のある

Meaning

having a mistake or fault that reduces its value or quality

Example

The flawed design of the car led to a recall.

車の欠陥のあるデザインがリコールを引き起こした。

B2 phrase ˈsɛvən ˈhæbɪts

seven habits

七つの習慣

Meaning

Regular behaviors or actions that are done consistently over time, specifically referring to a set of seven key practices.

Example

Even habits help in maintaining a balanced lifestyle.

習慣はバランスの取れたライフスタイルを維持するのに役立ちます。

B2 verb /əˈfend/

offend

侮辱する

Meaning

to cause displeasure or resentment; to hurt someone's feelings

Example

His rude comments offended many people at the meeting.

彼の無礼なコメントは会議で多くの人々を怒らせました。

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 adjective /dɪˈsaɪsɪv/

decisive

決定的

Meaning

Having the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively; determining the outcome.

Example

Her decisive action saved the company from collapse.

彼女の決定的な行動が会社を崩壊から救った。

B2 adverb /ˈpʌŋk.tʃu.əl.i/

Punctually

時間通り

Meaning

at the exact time arranged; on time; not late

Example

She always arrives punctually for meetings.

彼女は会議にいつも時間通りに到着します。

B2 adjective /ɪˈlɛktərəl/

electoral

選挙の

Meaning

related to elections or voting

Example

The electoral process in the country has been reformed in recent years.

その国の選挙プロセスは近年改革されました。

B2 noun fəˈtɪl.ɪ.ti

fertility

肥沃

Meaning

The quality of being fertile; fruitfulness.

Example

Fertility of the soil is crucial for farming.

土壌の肥沃度は農業にとって重要です。

B2 noun /ˈpɑː.tər/

Potter

陶芸家

Meaning

a person who makes pottery

Example

The potter shaped clay on the spinning wheel.

陶芸家は回転するろくろの上で粘土を形作った。

B2 noun /ˈɛθɪk/

ethic

倫理

Meaning

a set of moral principles, especially ones relating to a particular group, system, or profession

Example

He has a strong work ethic and always meets deadlines.

彼は強い労働倫理を持っており、常に締め切りを守ります。

B2 adjective /ˈniː.di/

Needy

困窮した; 貧しい; 必要がある

Meaning

requiring help or support; poor; lacking basic necessities

Example

The charity helps needy families during the winter.

チャリティは冬に困窮している家族を助けます。

B2 noun /kwɪˈziːn/

cuisine

料理

Meaning

A style or method of cooking, especially characteristic of a particular country or region.

Example

Italian cuisine is famous all over the world.

イタリア料理は世界中で有名です。

B2 adjective /ˌrez.ɪˈden.ʃəl/

residential

住宅の

Meaning

Designed for people to live in.

Example

The institution was fully residential.

その施設は完全に住宅のものでした。

B2 adjective /ˈhɜː.bəl/

herbal

ハーバル

Meaning

Made from or containing herbs, especially for medicinal purposes.

Example

Herbal remedies were widely used here.

ここではハーバル療法が広く使われていました。

B2 noun /ˌriːprəˈdʌkʃən/

reproduction

再生, 繁殖

Meaning

The process of producing offspring; the act of copying or duplicating.

Example

The textbook included a detailed diagram of human reproduction.

教科書には人間のリプロダクションの詳細な図が含まれていました。

B2 adjective /prəˈpoʊzd/

proposed

提案された

Meaning

suggested or put forward for consideration or discussion

Example

The proposed changes will improve the system.

提案された変更はシステムを改善します。

B2 verb /pʌmp/

pump

ポンプする

Meaning

to force liquid or gas to move in a particular direction using a device

Example

They pumped water from the well into the tank.

彼らは井戸からタンクに水をポンプしました。

B2 verb /ɪɡˈzɔːst/

exhaust

疲れさせる

Meaning

to tire out completely; to use up resources

Example

The long journey exhausted the children.

長い旅が子供たちを疲れさせた。

B2 noun /ˈter.ər/

Terror

恐怖; 政治的目的のために暴力と威圧を使用すること

Meaning

extreme fear; the use of violence and intimidation for political aims

Example

The loud explosion filled everyone with terror.

大きな爆発が皆を恐怖で満たした。

B2 noun /rɪˈfreʃ.mənt/

Refreshment

軽食

Meaning

food and drink that is served as a light meal; something that refreshes

Example

We served light refreshments after the meeting.

会議の後、軽食を提供しました。

B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪ.ki/

Shaky

不安定な; 震える; 信頼できない; 弱い

Meaning

unstable; trembling; unreliable; weak

Example

His voice was shaky with nervousness.

彼の声は緊張で震えていた。

B2 adjective /məˈkænɪkəl/

mechanical

幸せ

Meaning

relating to machines or the way they work

Example

She has a good understanding of mechanical systems.

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 adjective /fɔːrˈsiːəbl/

foreseeable

予測可能な

Meaning

Able to be predicted or expected in advance

Example

The company is unlikely to make changes in the foreseeable future.

その会社は予測可能な未来において変化を起こす可能性は低い。

B2 adjective /ˌfæʃ.ənd/

Outdated

時代遅れ

Meaning

obsolete; no longer current

Example

This computer software is completely outdated.

このソフトウェアは完全に時代遅れです。

B2 verb /pərˈsɪst/

persist

Meaning

to continue firmly in an action or opinion despite difficulty or opposition

Example

She decided to persist in her efforts to learn French.

B2 verb /əˈsɜːrt/

assert

主張する

Meaning

to state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully; to insist upon rights or claims

Example

She decided to assert her authority in the meeting.

彼女は会議で自分の権威を主張することに決めた。

B2 noun /ˈdrɔː.bæk/

Drawback

欠点; 不利な点; 問題

Meaning

a feature that renders something less acceptable; a disadvantage or problem

Example

The main drawback of living in the city is the high cost of housing.

都市での生活の主な欠点は高い住宅費です。

B2 adjective /ʌnˌkənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/

Unconditional

無条件の

Meaning

not subject to any conditions; complete and absolute

Example

She offered her unconditional support to her friend in need.

彼女は困っている友人に無条件のサポートを提供しました。

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 noun /rʌʃ/

Rush

急ぎ; ラッシュ

Meaning

a sudden quick movement toward something; a period of great activity or demand; hurry

Example

There was a rush to buy tickets for the concert.

コンサートのチケットを買うために急いでいました。

B2 noun /ˈkɒmənˌtɛri/

commentary

Meaning

An expression of opinions or explanations about an event, situation, or text.

Example

The professor's commentary on the novel was insightful.

教授の小説に対するコメントは洞察に満ちていました。

B2 verb /ˌriːəˈreɪndʒ/

rearrange

再配置する

Meaning

to change the order or position of something

Example

She decided to rearrange the furniture in her living room.

彼女はリビングルームの家具を再配置することに決めました。

B2 noun /ˈklʌstər/

cluster

クラスター

Meaning

a group of similar things or people positioned close together

Example

The grapes grew in a tight cluster.

ぶどうは密なクラスターで成長した。

B2 noun /kreɪn/

Crane

クレーン

Meaning

a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects

Example

The graceful crane stood motionless by the water's edge.

優雅なクレーンは水辺に静止して立っていた。

B2 noun /prəˈsiːdɪŋ/

proceeding

手続き

Meaning

a course of action; often used for a legal process or event

Example

The court proceedings lasted for several hours.

裁判所の手続きは数時間続きました。

B2 noun, verb /kɜːrs/

curse

呪い

Meaning

a solemn wish that harm or misfortune should befall someone; a rude or offensive word or phrase; to utter offensive words or wish harm upon someone

Example

He cursed loudly when he realized he had lost his wallet.

彼は財布をなくしたと気づいて大声で悪態をついた。

B2 noun /ˈmɪd.deɪ/

Midday

正午

Meaning

The middle of the day; twelve o'clock in the daytime; noon

Example

The sun is brightest at midday when it's directly overhead.

太陽は正午に最も輝いており、真上にあります。

B2 noun /dɪsˈɡʌst/

Disgust

嫌悪

Meaning

a feeling of revulsion or strong disapproval aroused by something unpleasant

Example

She expressed her disgust at the politician's corrupt behavior openly.

彼女は政治家の腐敗行為に対する嫌悪を公然と表現しました。

B2 adverb /kənˈsɪstəntli/

consistently

一貫して

Meaning

in a way that does not vary; regularly and dependably

Example

She has been performing consistently well in her studies.

彼女は学業で一貫して良い成績を収めています。

B2 noun /ˈhɛdˌkwɔːrtərz/

headquarters

本社

Meaning

The main office or center of operations of an organization.

Example

The company’s headquarters is located in New York.

その会社の本社はニューヨークにあります。

B2 verb /rɪˈzɛmbəl/

resemble

似ている

Meaning

to look like or be similar to something or someone

Example

She resembles her mother in both appearance and mannerisms.

彼女は見た目と仕草の両方で母親に似ています。

B2 adjective /ɪɡˈzɔː.stɪd/

exhausted

疲れ果てた

Meaning

Extremely tired; having no energy left.

Example

Feeling exhausted after waking up is common.

目が覚めた後に疲れ果てたと感じるのはよくあることです。

B2 noun /ˈkiː.pər/

Keeper

守衛; 飼育係;

Meaning

a person whose job it is to guard or take care of something or someone; a goalkeeper

Example

The zoo keeper fed the animals every morning at eight o'clock.

動物園のキーパーは毎朝8時に動物たちに餌を与えていました。

B2 verb /flɪp/

flip

ひっくり返す

Meaning

to turn over quickly or suddenly; to toss lightly

Example

She flipped the pancake in the pan.

彼女はパンケーキをフライパンでひっくり返した。

B2 verb /bræɡ/

brag

自慢する

Meaning

to talk proudly about oneself or one's achievements in an annoying way

Example

He always brags about his expensive car.

彼はいつも高価な車について自慢している。

B2 verb /ˈɪl.ə.streɪt/

illustrate

説明する

Meaning

to explain or make something clear by using examples, pictures, or comparisons

Example

The teacher used diagrams to illustrate the concept.

先生はその概念を説明するために図を使いました。

B2 verb /saɪt/

cite

引用する

Meaning

to quote; to mention as an example or proof

Example

The lawyer cites relevant case law.

弁護士は関連する判例法を引用します。

B2 noun /ˈɡʌvərnər/

governor

知事

Meaning

An official appointed or elected to govern a state, territory, or organization.

Example

The governor addressed the citizens about the upcoming election.

知事は市民に来たる選挙について話しました。

B2 verb /ˌriː.ɪnˈfɔːrs/

reinforce

強化する

Meaning

To strengthen or support something with additional material, people, or effort.

Example

The teacher used examples to reinforce the lesson.

教師は例を使って授業を強化しました。

B2 verb /rɪˈsaɪt/

recite

暗唱する

Meaning

To say aloud something learned, especially poetry or text, from memory.

Example

The child recited a poem in front of the class.

その子はクラスの前で詩を暗唱しました。

B2 adjective /ˈɪnˌsaɪtfəl/

insightful

洞察力のある

Meaning

Showing deep understanding or perceptiveness.

Example

The professor gave an insightful lecture on global economics.

教授はグローバル経済に関する洞察力のある講義を行いました。

B2 noun /ˈsəʊ.ʃəl.ɪ.zəm/

socialism

社会主義

Meaning

An economic system where the means of production are owned by the state or community.

Example

In socialism, resources are distributed equally among citizens.

社会主義では、資源が市民間で平等に分配されます。

B2 adjective /ˈtʃær.ɪ.tə.bəl/

Charitable

慈善的; 寛大; 優しい

Meaning

generous in giving to those in need; showing kindness

Example

She is known for her charitable work in the community.

彼女は地域社会での慈善活動で知られています。

B2 adjective /ˌʌnəˈveɪləbəl/

unavailable

利用できない

Meaning

Not able to be obtained, reached, or used; not present or accessible.

Example

The manager was unavailable to take calls during the meeting.

マネージャーは会議中に電話に出られませんでした。

B2 noun /ˈswiː.pər/

Sweeper

掃除人

Meaning

a person whose job is to clean floors and streets by sweeping

Example

The sweeper cleaned the school corridor every morning.

掃除人は毎朝学校の廊下を掃除しました。

B2 adjective /ˈflɔː.ləs/

Flawless

完璧な; 欠陥なし

Meaning

perfect; without any defects or faults; immaculate

Example

Her flawless performance earned her a standing ovation.

彼女の完璧なパフォーマンスは、スタンディングオベーションを得た。

B2 noun /biːm/

beam

光線 / 梁

Meaning

a ray or shaft of light; a long piece of wood or metal used to support weight

Example

A beam of sunlight entered through the window.

一筋の光線が窓から入ってきた。

B2 adverb /ɪnˈɛvɪtəbli/

inevitably

避けられない

Meaning

in a way that cannot be avoided or prevented

Example

Inevitably, the team faced challenges during the project.

避けられないことに、チームはプロジェクト中に挑戦に直面しました。

B2 noun /vaɪs/

Vice

悪習; 道徳的欠点

Meaning

an immoral or wicked behavior; a moral failing or fault

Example

Smoking is his only vice.

喫煙は彼の唯一の悪習です。

B2 verb /ˌɪntərˈviːn/

intervene

介入する

Meaning

To come between people, groups, or events, often to prevent conflict or improve a situation.

Example

The teacher had to intervene to stop the fight between the students.

教師は生徒たちの間で喧嘩を止めるために介入しなければならなかった。

B2 verb /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɪr/

persevere

忍耐する

Meaning

to continue trying to achieve something despite difficulty or delay

Example

He persevered through many failures before succeeding.

彼は多くの失敗を乗り越えて成功しました。

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 /depθ/

Depth

深さ; 深いまたは深遠な特質

Meaning

the distance from the top or surface to the bottom; the quality of being intense or profound

Example

The depth of the ocean in this area reaches over three thousand meters.

この地域の海の深さは3,000メートルを超えています。

B2 noun /ˈsɛm.ɪ.nɑːr/

seminar

セミナー

Meaning

A meeting for discussion or training, especially in an academic setting.

Example

The professor invited all students to attend the seminar on climate change.

教授はすべての学生を気候変動に関するセミナーに招待しました。

B2 verb, noun, adjective /streɪ/

stray

迷子になる

Meaning

to move away from the correct path or go off course; a person or animal that has wandered off; something that is not where it belongs

Example

The dog strayed from the yard and got lost.

その犬は庭から外れ、迷子になった。

B2 verb /slæʃ/

slash

切る

Meaning

to cut with a sharp blade; to reduce drastically

Example

The company slashed prices to attract more customers.

会社はもっと多くの顧客を引き付けるために価格を引き下げました。

B2 noun /ˈsɛm.iˌsɜːr.kəl/

semicircle

半円

Meaning

Half of a circle or something shaped like half of a circle.

Example

The students sat in a semicircle around the teacher.

学生たちは教師の周りに半円形に座っていました。

B2 verb /reɪp/

rape

強姦

Meaning

to force someone to have sexual intercourse without their consent

Example

The law strictly punishes those who commit rape.

法律は強姦を犯した者に厳罰を与えます。

B2 adjective /ˌsɪm.pəˈθet.ɪk/

Sympathetic

思いやりのある; 理解力のある; 敏感な;

Meaning

showing compassion or understanding for someone's feelings or situation

Example

She was very sympathetic when I told her about my problems.

私が自分の問題について話したとき、彼女はとても思いやりがありました。

B2 noun /eɪk/

Ache

痛み

Meaning

a continuous or prolonged dull pain in a part of one's body

Example

He had a terrible headache after working late.

彼は遅くまで働いた後、ひどい頭痛に悩まされた。

B2 noun /ˌkɒn.tɪˈnjuː.ɪ.ti/

continuity

継続性

Meaning

the state of being continuous or connected; consistency over time

Example

Maintaining continuity in leadership is essential for organizational stability.

リーダーシップにおける継続性の維持は、組織の安定性にとって不可欠です。

B2 noun /rɪˈdʒɛkʃən/

rejection

拒絶

Meaning

the action of refusing or dismissing something or someone

Example

Her rejection of the offer surprised everyone.

彼女の提案の拒絶は皆を驚かせた。

B2 noun ˈaʊt.pʊt

output

生産量

Meaning

The amount of something produced by a person, machine, or industry.

Example

Climate change reduces agricultural output.

気候変動は農業の生産量を減少させます。

B2 noun /ˈʌpˌkiːp/

up-keep

維持管理

Meaning

The process or cost of maintaining something in good condition.

Example

The upkeep of the old house is very expensive.

古い家の維持管理は非常に高価です。

B2 adjective /ˈfeɪvərəbəl/

favorable

好ましい

Meaning

expressing approval or support; advantageous

Example

The weather conditions were favorable for the outdoor event.

屋外イベントには好ましい天候でした。

B2 noun /ɑːrtʃ/

arch

アーチ

Meaning

a curved symmetrical structure spanning an opening and typically supporting the weight above it

Example

The ancient arch still stands in the city center.

古代のアーチは今でも街の中心に立っています。

B2 verb /dɪsˈmɪs/

dismiss

解雇する, 却下する

Meaning

to remove someone from a job or position; to decide something is not important

Example

The manager dismissed the employee for being late too often.

マネージャーは遅刻が多すぎるため、従業員を解雇しました。

B2 noun /ˈskɒl.ər/

Scholar

学者; アカデミック

Meaning

a person who has studied a subject for a long time and knows a lot about it; an academic

Example

The renowned scholar published several books on ancient history.

有名な学者は古代の歴史に関する本をいくつか出版しました。

B2 noun /ˈsɪnˌdroʊm/

syndrome

症候群

Meaning

a group of symptoms that occur together and characterize a condition or disease

Example

Down syndrome affects a person's physical and mental development.

ダウン症は、個人の身体的および精神的な発達に影響を与えます。

B2 noun /dɪˈsɛnt/

descent

降下 / 祖先

Meaning

the action of moving downward, falling, or dropping; ancestry or origin

Example

The climbers began their descent from the mountain peak.

登山者は山頂から降下を始めました。

B2 noun pəˈspek.tɪvz

perspectives

視点

Meaning

A particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view.

Example

New perspectives enhance understanding.

新しい視点が理解を深めます。

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 noun ˈəʊ.və.hed

overhead

間接費

Meaning

Ongoing business expenses not directly attributable to creating a product or service.

Example

The company reduced its overhead to increase profits.

会社は利益を増やすために間接費を削減した。

B2 noun /ˈsɪɡ.nə.tʃər/

Signature

署名

Meaning

a person's name written in their own handwriting as identification or authorization

Example

Please put your signature at the bottom of the document.

ドキュメントの下部に署名をしてください。

B2 adjective /ˌɑːrkɪˈtɛktʃərəl/

architectural

建築的な

Meaning

relating to the design and style of buildings and structures

Example

The city is known for its beautiful architectural designs.

その都市は美しい建築デザインで知られています。

B2 adverb /ˈsoʊʃəli/

socially

社会的に

Meaning

in a way that relates to society or social interaction

Example

He is very active socially and attends many events.

彼は社会的に非常に活発で、多くのイベントに参加しています。

B2 adjective /ˈdæz.lɪŋ/

Dazzling

眩しい; 印象的な

Meaning

extremely bright and impressive; brilliant and stunning

Example

The dazzling lights of the city amazed the tourists.

その都市の眩い光は観光客を驚かせました。

B2 adverb /prɪˈdɒmɪnəntli/

predominantly

主に

Meaning

mainly; for the most part

Example

The population in the city is predominantly young.

その都市の人口は主に若いです。