B2 verb /ˈvaɪbreɪt/

vibrate

振動する

Meaning

To move or cause to move continuously and rapidly back and forth.

Example

The phone began to vibrate on the table.

電話がテーブルの上で振動し始めました。

B2 adjective /ˈmænɪdʒəbəl/

Manageable

管理可能な; コントロールできる

Meaning

able to be controlled or dealt with; feasible

Example

The workload is manageable if we plan properly.

作業負荷は計画通りにすれば管理可能です。

B2 verb /ˌdɪsɪnˈfɛkt/

disinfect

消毒する

Meaning

to clean something thoroughly to destroy bacteria or viruses

Example

The nurse disinfected the wound before applying a bandage.

看護師は包帯を巻く前に傷を消毒しました。

B2 adjective /ˈlɪt.ər.ət/

Literate

識字; 教育を受けた; 良い教育を受けた

Meaning

able to read and write; educated; well-educated

Example

She is a very literate person who reads extensively.

彼女は非常に教育を受けた人で、広範囲に読書をします。

B2 noun /ɪkˈspen.dɪ.tʃər/

expenditure

支出

Meaning

The action of spending funds; an amount of money spent.

Example

Managing expenditure is critical for budgeting.

支出の管理は予算編成において重要です。

B2 noun /ˈleɪbərər/

laborer

労働者

Meaning

a person who does physical work, especially work that requires strength rather than skill

Example

The laborer worked long hours at the construction site.

その労働者は建設現場で長時間働いた。

B2 noun ˌrɛstəˈreɪʃən

restoration

修復

Meaning

The process of returning something to its former condition.

Example

The restoration of the forest began after decades of neglect.

森林の修復は数十年の放置後に始まりました。

B2 verb /plaʊ/

plough

耕す

Meaning

to break up and turn over soil using a plough; to move through something with difficulty

Example

The farmer ploughs the field every spring.

農家は毎年春に畑を耕します。

B2 verb /oʊˈmɪt/

omit

省略する

Meaning

to leave out or exclude; to fail to include something

Example

Please don't omit any important details from your report.

レポートから重要な詳細を省略しないでください。

B2 verb /buːm/

boom

轟音

Meaning

to make a loud deep sound; to grow or increase rapidly

Example

The thunder boomed across the sky.

雷が空を鳴り響かせた。

B2 noun /ˈbæŋ.ɡəl/

Bangle

バングル

Meaning

a rigid bracelet or anklet worn as jewelry

Example

She wore beautiful gold bangles on her wrists.

彼女は腕に美しい金のバングルを着けていた。

B2 noun /ˌvʌl.nər.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

vulnerability

脆弱性

Meaning

The quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed.

Example

Addressing vulnerability is crucial for stability.

脆弱性に取り組むことは、安定性にとって非常に重要です。

B2 noun /bækˈtɪəriəm/

bacterium

バクテリア

Meaning

A single microscopic organism belonging to the group of bacteria.

Example

The doctor explained that a single bacterium can multiply rapidly under the right conditions.

医者は、1つのバクテリウムが適切な条件下で急速に増殖できることを説明しました。

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 adjective /ˈskɛptɪkəl/

skeptical

懐疑的な

Meaning

not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations

Example

She was skeptical about the new plan.

彼女は新しい計画に懐疑的だった。

B2 noun /ˈprɪv.ə.lɪdʒ/

Privilege

特権

Meaning

a special right or advantage that only one person or group has

Example

It's a privilege to work with such talented people.

才能ある人々と一緒に働けることは特権です。

B2 noun /kəˈmændər/

Commander

司令官

Meaning

a person in authority over a military unit; leader of armed forces

Example

The commander ordered his troops to advance.

司令官は部隊に前進するよう命じました。

B2 verb /ˈreɡjəleɪt/

regulate

規制する

Meaning

to control or maintain according to rules or laws

Example

The government regulates food safety.

政府は食品安全を規制しています。

B2 noun /aɪˈdiː/

id

身分証明書

Meaning

identification; a document or number used to prove who someone is

Example

Please show your ID at the entrance.

入口で身分証明書を提示してください。

B2 adjective /wiː/

wee

とても小さい

Meaning

very small in size; tiny

Example

She gave me a wee smile before leaving.

彼女は去る前に小さな笑顔をくれました。

B2 noun ˈsuː.pər.fuːdz

superfoods

スーパーフード

Meaning

Nutrient-dense foods that are particularly beneficial for health and well-being.

Example

Blueberries and spinach are superfoods rich in vitamins.

ブルーベリーとほうれん草はビタミン豊富なスーパーフードです。

B2 noun /ˈɡleɪʃər/

glacier

氷河

Meaning

a large mass of ice that moves slowly over land

Example

The glacier is slowly melting due to climate change.

氷河は気候変動のためにゆっくりと溶けています。

B2 adverb /ʌnˈplɛzəntli/

unpleasantly

不快に

Meaning

in a way that causes discomfort, annoyance, or displeasure; in an unfriendly or disagreeable manner

Example

The room was unpleasantly hot during the afternoon.

午後、その部屋は不快に暑かった。

B2 noun /ˈfʌndˌreɪzɪŋ/

fundraising

資金調達

Meaning

the process of collecting money for a cause or project

Example

The organization is organizing a fundraising event.

その組織は資金調達イベントを開催しています。

B2 adjective /mæɡˈnɪfɪsənt/

magnificent

素晴らしい

Meaning

extremely beautiful, impressive, or splendid

Example

The view from the mountain was truly magnificent.

山からの景色は本当に素晴らしかった。

B2 verb /ˈɡʌvərn/

govern

統治する

Meaning

to control and direct the public policy and affairs of a state, organization, or people

Example

The president governs the country wisely.

大統領は賢明に国を統治する。

B2 adverb /ʌnˈwɪlɪŋli/

unwillingly

不本意に

Meaning

in a way that shows reluctance or lack of desire; not willingly

Example

She unwillingly agreed to attend the meeting.

彼女は不本意に会議に出席することに同意した。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtækt/

intact

完全

Meaning

Remaining whole, complete, and undamaged.

Example

Despite the storm, the old house remained intact.

嵐にもかかわらず、古い家は完全な状態を保っていました。

B2 verb /nɪˈɡlekt/

neglect

無視する

Meaning

to fail to care for or give attention to something

Example

Don't neglect your health while studying.

勉強中に健康を無視しないでください。

B2 noun /ˌklærɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

clarification

明確化

Meaning

The action of making a statement or situation less confused and more clearly comprehensible.

Example

The manager requested clarification on the project details.

マネージャーはプロジェクトの詳細に関する明確化を求めました。

B2 verb /ɪmˈpoʊzd/

imposed

課す

Meaning

forced something to be accepted or put in place

Example

The government imposed new regulations on the industry.

政府は産業に新しい規制を課した。

B2 adjective /ˈfoʊni/

phony

偽りの, 嘘の

Meaning

not genuine; fraudulent or insincere

Example

He gave a phony smile to hide his true feelings.

彼は本当の気持ちを隠すために偽りの笑顔を見せた。

B2 adjective /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəl/

Universal

普遍的な

Meaning

applicable to all cases; existing everywhere

Example

Music is a universal language that everyone understands.

音楽は誰もが理解できる普遍的な言語です。

B2 verb /pɪəs/

pierce

貫通する

Meaning

to make a hole through something; to penetrate with a sharp object

Example

The arrow will pierce through the target.

矢はターゲットを貫通します。

B2 noun /kəˈrɪz.mə/

charisma

カリスマ

Meaning

Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.

Example

His charisma helped him become a great leader.

彼のカリスマは彼を偉大なリーダーにする手助けをした。

B2 adverb /ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/

subsequently

その後

Meaning

at a later time; afterward

Example

He failed his exam and subsequently had to retake it.

彼は試験に失敗し、その後再試験を受けなければならなかった。

B2 noun /kwest/

Quest

探求; 探索

Meaning

a journey or search for something; an adventure to achieve a goal

Example

The knight embarked on a quest to find the legendary treasure.

騎士は伝説の宝物を見つけるための探求を始めました。

B2 verb /klæʃ/

clash

衝突

Meaning

to come into conflict or collision with something or someone.

Example

The two cars clashed in the intersection.

2台の車が交差点で衝突しました。

B2 noun /ˈtʃer.i ˌblɒs.əm/

Cherry Blossom

さくらの花

Meaning

the pink or white flowers of a cherry tree that bloom in spring

Example

The cherry blossoms bloom beautifully in April.

桜の花は4月に美しく咲きます。

B2 noun /spaɪt/

spite

意地悪

Meaning

a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone

Example

She refused the gift out of spite.

彼女は意地悪で贈り物を拒否した。

B2 noun əˈmendmənt

amendment

修正案

Meaning

A minor change in a document.

Example

The amendment was not supported.

その修正案は支持されませんでした。

B2 verb /rɪˈteɪn/

retain

保持する

Meaning

to keep possession of something

Example

The company decided to retain its experienced employees.

会社は経験豊富な従業員を保持することに決めました。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːrfɪkt/

imperfect

不完全

Meaning

Not perfect; having faults or flaws.

Example

The painting was beautiful despite being imperfect.

その絵は美しかったが、完璧ではなかった。

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 adjective /prɛsˈtɪdʒəs/

prestigious

名誉ある

Meaning

having a high reputation; respected

Example

Harvard University is one of the most prestigious universities in the world.

ハーバード大学は世界で最も名誉ある大学の一つです。

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 noun /ˌsoʊsiˈɑːlədʒi/

sociology

社会学

Meaning

the study of society, human relationships, and social institutions

Example

She is studying sociology at university.

彼女は大学で社会学を学んでいます。

B2 noun /spaʊs/

spouse

配偶者

Meaning

a person's husband or wife

Example

Each employee may include their spouse in the health insurance plan.

各従業員は配偶者を健康保険プランに含めることができます。

B2 noun /skɑːr/

Scar

傷跡

Meaning

a mark left on the skin after a wound has healed; lasting emotional damage

Example

The accident left a permanent scar on his forehead.

その事故は彼の額に永遠の傷跡を残しました。

B2 adjective /spɒnˈteɪniəs/

Spontaneous

自発的な

Meaning

done without planning; natural and unforced

Example

Their spontaneous dance in the rain was beautiful.

雨の中で彼らの自発的なダンスは美しかった。

B2 noun /ˈrɪŋkəl/

Wrinkle

しわ

Meaning

a small line or fold in something, especially fabric or skin; a crease

Example

She noticed a few wrinkles around her eyes.

彼女は目の周りにいくつかのしわを見ました。

B2 noun ˌɪntəˈlektʃuəlz

intellectuals

知識人

Meaning

People possessing a highly developed intellect; scholars or academics.

Example

Intellectuals protested against the dominance.

知識人は支配に反対した。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɪəriər/

interior

インテリア

Meaning

the inside part of something; inner area of a place or object

Example

The interior of the hotel was beautifully decorated.

ホテルのインテリアは美しく装飾されていました。

B2 verb /ˌdɪsəˈpruːv/

disapprove

反対する

Meaning

to have a negative opinion about something; to consider something wrong or bad

Example

Many parents disapprove of smoking.

多くの親は喫煙を反対しています。

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 noun /ˈaʊtbɜːrst/

outburst

感情または活動の突然の爆発

Meaning

a sudden release of strong emotion or activity

Example

She had an angry outburst during the meeting.

会議中に彼女は怒りの爆発をした。

B2 noun /ˈlɒk.ɪt/

Locket

ロケットペンダント

Meaning

a small ornamental case, typically made of gold or silver, worn on a chain around the neck

Example

She kept her grandmother's photo in the locket.

彼女は祖母の写真をロケットペンダントに入れていました。

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 /bɪzˈnɛs sʌˈsɛs/

business success

ビジネスの成功

Meaning

The achievement of desired outcomes in business operations, typically measured by profitability, growth, and sustainability.

Example

Innovation drives business success.

革新はビジネスの成功を促進します。

B2 noun /ˈsɜːrkɪt/

circuit

回路 / 電気回路

Meaning

A roughly circular line, route, or movement that starts and ends at the same place; also an electrical pathway.

Example

The runners completed the circuit around the park.

ランナーは公園の周りの回路を完了しました。

B2 noun /ˈɪnˌsaɪt/

insight

洞察力

Meaning

The ability to understand the true nature of something; deep understanding.

Example

Her insight into human behavior made her a successful psychologist.

彼女の人間行動に対する洞察力は、彼女を成功した心理学者にした。

B2 noun, verb /ræŋks/

ranks

ランク

Meaning

Positions within a group, especially in a hierarchy or organization.

Example

He quickly moved up the ranks of the army.

彼はすぐに軍隊のランクで上昇しました。

B2 noun /ˈdeb.ɪt/

Debit

デビット; 借金; 引き落とし

Meaning

an entry recording an amount owed; money taken from a bank account

Example

The bank showed a debit of fifty dollars from my checking account.

銀行は私の当座預金口座から50ドルのデビットを表示しました。

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 /həˈraɪ.zənz/

horizons

地平線

Meaning

The limit of a person's mental perception, experience, or interest.

Example

The telescope opens new horizons for astronomy.

望遠鏡は天文学の新しい地平線を開きます。

B2 adjective /ˈkɜːrtiəs/

courteous

礼儀正しい

Meaning

polite, respectful, or considerate in manner

Example

The staff at the hotel were very courteous to all guests.

ホテルのスタッフはすべてのゲストに非常に礼儀正しく接しました。

B2 verb /ˈmæk.sɪ.maɪz/

maximize

最大化する

Meaning

to increase something as much as possible

Example

The company aims to maximize its profits this year.

会社は今年、利益を最大化することを目指しています。

B2 noun /siːdʒ/

siege

包囲

Meaning

A military operation in which a place is surrounded to force its surrender.

Example

The castle fell after a long siege.

城は長い包囲戦の後に落ちました。

B2 adjective /ˈhaɪˌprəʊfaɪl/

high-profile

注目の的

Meaning

having a lot of attention or public notice

Example

The CEO attended a high-profile conference in New York.

CEOはニューヨークでのハイプロファイルな会議に参加しました。

B2 noun /kənˈdʌktər/

conductor

指揮者 / 導体

Meaning

a person who directs a performance or someone who collects fares on public transport; or a material that conducts electricity

Example

The conductor waved his baton to start the orchestra.

指揮者はオーケストラを始めるためにバトンを振りました。

B2 adjective /əˈbʌndənt/

abundant

豊富

Meaning

existing or available in large quantities; plentiful

Example

The garden was abundant with colorful flowers.

庭は色とりどりの花であふれていました。

B2 adjective ˌæn.əlˈɪt.ɪ.kəl

analytical

分析的, 研究的, 論理的

Meaning

Using or skilled in using analysis (i.e., separating a whole—intellectual or substantial—into its elemental parts or basic principles).

Example

She has an analytical approach to problem-solving.

彼女は問題解決に分析的アプローチを取っています。

B2 noun /fiːst/

Feast

祝宴; 宴会

Meaning

a large meal, typically one in celebration of something; an annual religious celebration

Example

The wedding feast included traditional dishes from both families' cultures.

結婚式の祝宴には両家の文化からの伝統的な料理が含まれていました。

B2 noun /ˈkoʊ.brə/

Cobra

コブラ

Meaning

a venomous snake with a hood that can be spread when threatened

Example

The cobra raised its hood and hissed at the intruder.

コブラはフードを上げ、侵入者にシューっと音を立てました。

B2 verb /sɪp/

sip

すする

Meaning

to drink in small quantities; to taste carefully

Example

She sipped her tea slowly while reading the newspaper.

彼女は新聞を読みながら、ゆっくりとお茶をすすっていました。

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊʃəbəl/

Sociable

社交的; 友好的; 外向的

Meaning

friendly and enjoys being with other people; outgoing

Example

She is very sociable and makes friends easily.

彼女はとても社交的で、簡単に友達を作ります。

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 adjective /səkˈsɛsɪv/

Successive

連続的な; 連続した

Meaning

following one after the other in order; consecutive

Example

The team won three successive matches.

チームは三回連続して試合に勝ちました。

B2 verb /ˈverɪfaɪ/

verify

確認する

Meaning

to check if something is true or correct; to confirm

Example

Please verify your email address before proceeding.

手続きを続ける前に、メールアドレスを確認してください。

B2 noun /ˈkɒmɜːs/

commerce

商業

Meaning

the activity of buying and selling goods and services

Example

International commerce has expanded significantly in recent years.

国際商業は近年顕著に拡大しています。

B2 verb /kənˈsɒl.ɪ.deɪt/

consolidate

統合する

Meaning

To combine things in order to make them more effective or easier to handle.

Example

The company aims to consolidate its market position.

会社は市場の地位を統合することを目指しています。

B2 noun /fluːt/

Flute

フルート

Meaning

a musical wind instrument with holes along its length that is played by blowing across a hole at one end

Example

He played a sweet melody on his flute.

彼は自分のフルートで甘いメロディーを演奏しました。

B2 noun /ˈaɪ.lɪd/

Eyelid

まぶた

Meaning

either of the upper or lower folds of skin that cover the eye when closed

Example

Her eyelids felt heavy with sleep.

彼女のまぶたは眠気で重く感じた。

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 adjective əˈkwætɪk

aquatic

水生の

Meaning

Growing or living in or near water; of or relating to water.

Example

Aquatic species are being endangered by pollution.

水生種は汚染によって危機に瀕しています。

B2 verb /kənˈsiːl/

conceal

隠す

Meaning

to hide something or keep it secret

Example

He tried to conceal his disappointment behind a smile.

彼は微笑みの背後に自分の失望を隠そうとした。

B2 adverb /mɔːrˈoʊvər/

moreover

その上

Meaning

Used to add information that supports or emphasizes what has already been said.

Example

The job is challenging; moreover, it requires excellent communication skills.

その仕事は挑戦的です。その上、優れたコミュニケーションスキルが必要です。

B2 noun /ˈmʌð.ər.lænd/

Motherland

母国; 出身地

Meaning

the country where one was born or has citizenship; homeland

Example

He always spoke fondly of his motherland.

彼はいつも自分の母国について愛情を込めて話していました。

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 noun /ˈɔr.fən/

Orphan

孤児

Meaning

a child whose parents are dead; someone without protective support

Example

The orphan was adopted by a loving family.

その孤児は愛情深い家族に養子として迎えられました。

B2 noun /ˈmɛntɔːr/

mentor

メンター

Meaning

an experienced person who advises and guides someone less experienced

Example

She acted as a mentor for the new employees.

彼女は新しい社員のためにメンターとして活動しました。

B2 adjective /slɪk/

slick

滑らかな

Meaning

Smooth, clever, or efficient, often in a way that seems superficial.

Example

He gave a slick presentation to impress the investors.

彼は投資家を感動させるために滑らかなプレゼンテーションを行った。

B2 adjective /beər/

Bare

裸; 未覆われた; 空; 最小限

Meaning

naked; uncovered; empty; minimal

Example

The bare walls of the room needed some decoration.

部屋の裸の壁は何か飾りが必要だった。

B2 noun /ˈblʌn.dər/

blunder

愚かなまたは不注意なミス; 判断における重大な誤り。

Meaning

A stupid or careless mistake; a serious error in judgment.

Example

His blunder cost the company a fortune.

彼の失敗は会社に大きな損失を与えました。

B2 noun /ˈɪm.pʌls/

Impulse

衝動; 突然の欲求

Meaning

a sudden strong and unreflective urge or desire to act; a driving force or motivation

Example

She bought the expensive dress on impulse and later regretted the purchase.

彼女は衝動で高価なドレスを買い、後でその購入を後悔しました。

B2 noun /ˈsɜːdʒən/

surgeon

外科医

Meaning

a doctor who performs medical operations

Example

The surgeon performed a complex heart operation.

外科医は複雑な心臓手術を行いました。

B2 noun /ˌɪm.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

Imitation

模倣; コピー; レプリカ

Meaning

the action of using someone or something as a model; a copy of something original

Example

His imitation of the famous actor was so good that everyone burst into laughter.

彼の有名な俳優のイミテーションはとても上手で、みんなが笑い出しました。

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 noun /ˈwɔtər ˈpjʊrəˌfaɪər/

Water purifier

水の浄化装置

Meaning

A device that removes contaminants and impurities from water to make it safe for drinking

Example

We installed a water purifier in our kitchen to ensure clean drinking water.

私たちは清潔な飲料水を確保するために、キッチンに水の浄化装置を設置しました。

B2 noun, verb /rɪər/

rear

後ろ / 育てる

Meaning

the back part of something; to bring up or raise children or animals

Example

The mother cat reared her kittens in a quiet corner.

母猫は静かな隅で子猫たちを育てました。

B2 noun /ˈkɑn.trəˌvɜr.si/

Controversy

論争; 意見の対立

Meaning

prolonged public disagreement or heated discussion; a dispute or argument involving opposing viewpoints

Example

The new policy sparked a major controversy among the citizens.

新しい政策は市民の間で大きな論争を引き起こしました。

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 noun /jʌŋ fɪʃ/

Young fish

幼魚

Meaning

juvenile or small fish; fish that has not reached maturity

Example

Young fish need protection from predators.

幼魚は捕食者から守られる必要があります。

B2 noun /bædʒ/

badge

バッジ

Meaning

A small emblem or sign worn to show membership, authority, or achievement.

Example

The police officer showed his badge to identify himself.

警察官は自分を識別するためにバッジを見せた。

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊ.vi.ət/

soviet

ソビエト

Meaning

relating to the Soviet Union or its government

Example

The Soviet era saw significant changes in Eastern Europe.

ソビエト時代には東ヨーロッパで重要な変化がありました。

B2 adjective /prɪˈpærəˌtɔːri/

Preparatory

準備的な; 入門的な; 準備のための

Meaning

preliminary; introductory; intended as preparation

Example

She attended preparatory classes before the final exam.

彼女は最終試験の前に準備クラスに参加しました。

B2 adjective/noun /ˈmaɪ.nər/

minor

小さい / 未成年

Meaning

less important, serious, or significant; a person under the legal age

Example

Luckily, the accident caused only minor injuries.

幸運にも、事故は軽いけがだけを引き起こしました。

B2 noun /ˈmɛr.meɪd/

Mermaid

人魚

Meaning

A mythical sea creature with the head and torso of a woman and the tail of a fish

Example

The little girl loved stories about mermaids living under the sea.

小さな女の子は海の下に住む人魚の話が好きでした。

B2 adjective + noun ˈædvɜːrs ɪˈfekts

adverse effects

悪影響

Meaning

Negative or harmful impacts that result from an action or condition.

Example

Plastic usage has adverse effects on the environment.

プラスチックの使用は環境に悪影響を与える。

B2 noun /paʊtʃ/

pouch

ポーチ

Meaning

a small bag or pocket, often used to carry small items

Example

She kept her coins in a small leather pouch.

彼女は小さな革のポーチにコインを入れていました。

B2 verb /kəmˈplaɪ/

comply

従う

Meaning

to act in accordance with a rule, request, or law

Example

All companies must comply with safety regulations.

すべての企業は安全規則を遵守しなければなりません。

B2 adjective, verb /ˈnoʊtɪd/

noted

著名

Meaning

well known or famous; written down or observed

Example

He is a noted author in the field of history.

彼は歴史分野で著名な作家です。

B2 noun /braɪb/

Bribe

賄賂

Meaning

a sum of money or something valuable given to someone to persuade them to do something dishonest or illegal

Example

The corrupt official was caught accepting a bribe from the construction company.

その腐敗した役人は建設会社からの賄賂を受け取っているところを捕まえられました。

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 /ˈkɒn.trər.i/

Contrary

反対の; 対立する;

Meaning

opposite in nature, direction, or meaning; completely different

Example

Contrary to popular belief, cats can be very social animals.

一般的な信念とは反対に、猫は非常に社交的な動物であることができます。

B2 noun ˌdiː.fɒr.ɪˈsteɪ.ʃən

deforestation

森林伐採

Meaning

The action of clearing a wide area of trees; the permanent destruction of forests in order to make the land available for other uses.

Example

Deforestation accelerates the loss of biodiversity.

森林伐採は生物多様性の喪失を加速させます。

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 adjective /dɪˈfensɪv/

Defensive

防御的

Meaning

used or intended to defend or protect; showing a tendency to react in an angry or hurt way when criticized

Example

He became defensive when criticized about his work.

彼は自分の仕事を批判されると防御的になった。

B2 noun /ˈpeə.rən.tɪŋ/

parenting

育児

Meaning

The care and training a child receives while growing up, involving the development of their mental, physical, and social aspects.

Example

Effective parenting helps children develop confidence and independence.

効果的な育児は、子供たちが自信と独立心を育むのを助けます。

B2 adverb /ˈlaɪtli/

lightly

軽く

Meaning

gently or with little force or weight

Example

She touched the baby’s hand lightly.

彼女は赤ちゃんの手を軽く触れた。

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。