B2 noun /vaɪn/

vine

つる植物

Meaning

a climbing or trailing plant with long stems; a plant that produces grapes

Example

The vine climbed up the wall and covered it with green leaves.

そのつる植物は壁を登り、緑の葉で覆った。

B2 adjective /prəˈspɛktɪv/

prospective

将来性のある

Meaning

likely or expected to happen in the future; potential

Example

The company is meeting with prospective clients next week.

その会社は来週、将来性のあるクライアントと会う予定です。

B2 noun ˌɪmplɪmenˈteɪʃən

implementation

実行

Meaning

The process of putting a decision or plan into effect; execution.

Example

Proper implementation of policies is crucial.

方針の適切な実行は重要です。

B2 noun /ˈdef.ə.sɪt/

Deficit

赤字; 欠乏

Meaning

the amount by which something is too small; a shortfall or lack

Example

The government faced a budget deficit of millions due to increased spending.

政府は支出の増加により、何百万もの予算の赤字に直面しました。

B2 verb /ɪnˈkwaɪər/

inquire

尋ねる

Meaning

to ask; to investigate

Example

She inquired about the job opening.

彼女は仕事の募集について尋ねました。

B2 verb /skeər/

scare

怖がらせる

Meaning

to frighten someone or make them feel afraid

Example

The loud noise scared the baby.

大きな音が赤ちゃんを怖がらせた。

B2 noun /ɡʌm/

Gum

歯茎; 粘着物質

Meaning

the firm flesh that surrounds the roots of the teeth; a viscous secretion

Example

The dentist checked her gum for any signs of disease.

歯科医は病気の兆候があるかどうか彼女の歯茎をチェックしました。

B2 noun kəˈmɪʃ.ən

commission

委員会

Meaning

An official group of people entrusted by a government with a particular function.

Example

The commission recommends constitutional reforms.

委員会は憲法改正を提案します。

B2 noun, verb /sɪn/

sin

罪

Meaning

an immoral act considered to be a transgression against divine law; to commit an offense against religious or moral law

Example

He confessed his sin to the priest.

彼は神父に自分の罪を告白しました。

B2 adjective /sɪˈlek.tɪv/

Selective

選択的

Meaning

relating to or involving careful selection; choosy about what to accept

Example

The university has a selective admission process for new students.

大学には新入生のための選択的な入学プロセスがあります。

B2 noun ˈmɒn.ɪ.tər.ɪŋ

monitoring

監視

Meaning

The action of observing and checking the progress or quality of something over a period of time.

Example

Monitoring ensures compliance with standards.

モニタリングは基準の遵守を確保します。

B2 noun ˈkæp.ɪ.təl.ɪ.zəm

capitalism

資本主義

Meaning

An economic system where trade, industry and production are privately owned and operated for profit.

Example

Capitalism encourages innovation and competition.

資本主義は革新と競争を促進します。

B2 noun, verb /ˈriːteɪl/

retail

小売

Meaning

the sale of goods to the public in small quantities for use or consumption rather than for resale

Example

The company specializes in the retail of clothing and accessories.

この会社は衣類とアクセサリーの小売を専門としています。

B2 adjective ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntl

instrumental

重要な

Meaning

Serving as a crucial means, agent, or tool; having a part in bringing about a result.

Example

Children can be instrumental in building a better society.

子供たちは、より良い社会を作るために重要な役割を果たすことができます。

B2 noun /spæn/

span

スパン

Meaning

the full extent or length of something from one end to another

Example

The bridge has a span of over 500 meters.

橋のスパンは500メートル以上です。

B2 noun /dɪˈdʌk.ʃən/

deduction

推論

Meaning

The process of reaching a conclusion through logical reasoning.

Example

His deduction from the evidence was accurate.

証拠から彼の推論は正確でした。

B2 verb /ˈsteɪ.bə.laɪz/

stabilize

安定させる

Meaning

to make something steady, secure, or unlikely to change suddenly

Example

The government took measures to stabilize the economy.

政府は経済を安定させるための措置を講じた。

B2 verb /wɛd/

wed

結婚する

Meaning

to marry someone; to enter into a marriage

Example

They decided to wed in a small ceremony by the beach.

彼らはビーチで小さな式を挙げることを決めました。

B2 adverb /ˈskeəs.li/

Scarcely

ほとんど; ほとんどない; わずかに

Meaning

hardly; barely; only just

Example

I could scarcely believe my eyes.

私は自分の目をほとんど信じられなかった。

B2 noun /θɔːn/

Thorn

とげ

Meaning

a sharp pointed part of a plant; something that causes pain or annoyance

Example

Be careful of the thorns on the rose bush.

バラの茂みの中のとげに気をつけてください。

B2 noun /koʊˈɪn.sɪ.dəns/

Coincidence

偶然

Meaning

a remarkable occurrence of events or circumstances without apparent causal connection; chance happening

Example

It was a strange coincidence that they both wore the same dress to the party.

それは奇妙な偶然だった、彼ら二人は同じドレスを着てパーティーに行った。

B2 noun /səˈspɛnʃən/

suspension

停止

Meaning

The act of temporarily stopping something; also refers to a system in vehicles that absorbs shock.

Example

The player received a three-game suspension for misconduct.

その選手は不正行為のために3試合の停止処分を受けました。

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 /bluːz/

blues

ブルース

Meaning

a feeling of sadness; a style of music with melancholy themes

Example

Listening to blues music always calms him down.

ブルース音楽を聴くと、いつも彼を落ち着かせる。

B2 noun /sɔːrd/

Sword

剣

Meaning

a weapon with a long metal blade and a handle, used for fighting

Example

The knight drew his sword to defend the castle.

騎士は城を守るために剣を抜いた。

B2 noun /ˈfaɪ.bər/

fibre

繊維

Meaning

A thread or filament from which a vegetable tissue, mineral substance, or textile is formed; dietary material that aids digestion.

Example

Eating foods rich in fibre can improve your digestion.

食物繊維が豊富な食べ物を食べると消化が良くなります。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈfɪt/

Unfit

不適格; 不適当;

Meaning

not in good physical condition; unsuitable or inappropriate

Example

He was declared unfit for military service due to his poor health.

彼は健康状態が悪いため、軍務には不適格と宣告されました。

B2 noun /ˈpen neɪm/

Pen-name

ペンネーム

Meaning

a fictitious name used by an author instead of their real name; a pseudonym

Example

Mark Twain was the pen-name of Samuel Clemens.

マーク・トウェインはサミュエル・クレメンズのペンネームでした。

B2 noun /ˈkʌm.pəs/

Compass

コンパス

Meaning

an instrument for finding direction with a magnetic needle pointing to magnetic north

Example

The hiker used a compass to find the right direction.

ハイカーは正しい方向を見つけるためにコンパスを使った。

B2 adjective /ˈfeɪvərəbl/

favourable

好都合な

Meaning

Expressing approval, support, or positivity; advantageous or beneficial

Example

The weather conditions were favourable for the outdoor event.

屋外イベントの天候は好都合でした。

B2 noun, verb /ˈædɪkt/ (noun), /əˈdɪkt/ (verb)

addict

中毒者

Meaning

a person who is unable to stop using a harmful substance or doing something harmful; to cause someone to become dependent on something

Example

He is a video game addict who spends hours playing every day.

彼は毎日何時間もゲームをするゲーム中毒者です。

B2 adjective /ˌæksɪˈdɛntl/

accidental

偶然の

Meaning

happening by chance, unintentionally

Example

The fire was caused by an accidental spark.

火事は偶然の火花によって引き起こされました。

B2 adjective ɔːrˈɡæn.ɪk

organic

有機

Meaning

Produced or involving production without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents.

Example

Organic farming improves soil health and reduces pollution.

有機農業は土壌の健康を改善し、汚染を減少させます。

B2 adjective /ˈhevənli/

Heavenly

天のような; 神聖な; 美味しい

Meaning

relating to heaven; extremely pleasant or beautiful

Example

The chocolate cake had a heavenly taste that melted in my mouth.

チョコレートケーキは天のような味わいで、口の中で溶けました。

B2 verb /dɪsˈkɑːrd/

discard

捨てる

Meaning

to throw away something that is no longer needed

Example

She decided to discard the old clothes.

彼女は古い服を捨てることに決めました。

B2 adjective /ˈɡreɪ.ʃəs/

Gracious

優雅な; 礼儀正しい; 寛大な;

Meaning

kind; courteous; generous;

Example

She was very gracious and thanked everyone for their help.

彼女はとても優雅で、すべての人に助けてくれたことに感謝しました。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈdʒʌst/

Unjust

不当な; 不正な

Meaning

not fair or right; morally wrong

Example

The punishment was unjust for such a minor offense.

その罰は軽微な違反に対して不当でした。

B2 noun /ˈreɪn.dʒər/

ranger

レンジャー

Meaning

A person responsible for protecting and managing forests, parks, or natural areas.

Example

The park ranger guided the tourists through the forest trail.

公園のレンジャーは観光客を森の小道を案内しました。

B2 verb /ˈmɑːdərət/

moderate

調整する

Meaning

to make less extreme or intense; to control or preside over

Example

She moderated the heated debate between the candidates.

彼女は候補者の間で熱い議論を調整しました。

B2 verb /straɪd/

stride

長い決定的な歩幅で歩く；進展する

Meaning

to walk with long, decisive steps; to make progress

Example

She strode confidently across the stage.

彼女は自信を持ってステージを歩いた。

B2 noun /dɪˈstrækʃənz/

distractions

気を散らすもの

Meaning

Things that prevent someone from concentrating on something else.

Example

Eliminate distractions for better productivity.

生産性を高めるために、気を散らすものを排除してください。

B2 adjective /ˈaɪsi/

Icy

氷のような; 非常に冷たい; 敵対的

Meaning

extremely cold; covered with ice; unfriendly or hostile

Example

The icy wind made everyone shiver.

氷のような風が皆を震えさせた。

B2 noun /bɪˈliːvər/

believer

信者

Meaning

a person who believes in something, especially a religious faith, idea, or principle

Example

She is a strong believer in hard work and honesty.

彼女は努力と正直さを強く信じている。

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 adverb juːˈnæn.ɪ.məs.li

unanimously

全会一致で

Meaning

With the agreement of all people involved; without opposition.

Example

The proposal was unanimously accepted.

提案は全会一致で受け入れられました。

B2 noun /ˌkɑː.bəʊˈhaɪ.dreɪts/

carbohydrates

炭水化物

Meaning

Organic compounds consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, serving as a primary source of energy for the body.

Example

Whole grains are a great source of healthy carbohydrates.

全粒穀物は健康的なカーボハイドレートの素晴らしい源です。

B2 noun /bent/

Bent

傾向; 特徴

Meaning

a natural inclination or talent; a strong interest or liking for something

Example

She has a natural bent for music and art.

彼女は音楽と芸術に自然な傾向があります。

B2 noun /ˈklɒzɪt/

closet

クローゼット

Meaning

a small room or enclosed space used for storing clothes or other things

Example

She keeps her winter coats in the closet near the door.

彼女は冬のコートをドアの近くのクローゼットに保管しています。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtriːɡɪŋ/

intriguing

非常に興味深く、異常な; 好奇心を引き起こす

Meaning

very interesting and unusual; arousing curiosity

Example

The movie has an intriguing plot that keeps the audience hooked.

その映画は観客を引き付ける非常に興味深いプロットを持っています。

B2 noun /ˈaʊtlet/

outlet

出口

Meaning

a means by which something is released, expressed, or distributed

Example

Art is a great outlet for emotions.

アートは感情のための素晴らしい出口です。

B2 adverb /hɪˈstɒrɪkli/

historically

歴史的に

Meaning

in a way that relates to history or past events

Example

Historically, this city was a major trade center.

歴史的に、この都市は主要な貿易の中心地でした。

B2 verb əˈlaɪn.ɪŋ

aligning

整列する

Meaning

Placing or arranging things in a straight line or in correct relative positions.

Example

Aligning education with global standards is vital.

教育を世界標準に整列させることは重要です。

B2 noun /ˈtʃɪk piː/

Chick pea

ひよこ豆

Meaning

round beige legume; protein-rich pulse used in various dishes

Example

Soak the chick peas overnight before cooking them for better digestion.

ひよこ豆を一晩水に浸してから調理すると、消化が良くなります。

B2 noun ˈiːkoʊˌtʊrɪzəm

Eco-tourism

エコツーリズム

Meaning

A form of tourism involving responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people.

Example

Eco-tourism promotes responsible travel to natural areas.

エコツーリズムは自然地域への責任ある旅行を促進します。

B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌskɜːrt/

outskirt

郊外

Meaning

the outer edge or border of a town or city

Example

They built a new factory on the outskirts of the city.

彼らは街の郊外に新しい工場を建てました。

B2 adjective /æʃ ˈkʌl.ər/

Ash-colour

灰色

Meaning

a grayish color resembling ash

Example

The old building had ash-colour walls that needed painting.

古い建物には灰色の壁があり、塗り直す必要がありました。

B2 noun /ˈrɔɪəlti/

royalty

王族 / ロイヤリティ (著者の収入)

Meaning

Members of a royal family or payment made to the owner of a patent, copyright, or natural resource.

Example

The author receives a royalty for every book sold.

著者は売れた本ごとにロイヤリティを受け取ります。

B2 noun /treɪˈniː/

Trainee

研修生; 見習い

Meaning

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

Example

The medical trainee worked long hours to gain practical experience.

医学研修生は実務経験を積むために長時間働きました。

B2 noun /əbˈzɜːvər/

observer

観察者

Meaning

a person who watches or notices something

Example

The observer took notes during the meeting.

観察者は会議中にメモを取った。

B2 adjective /ˈɡlɔːr.i.əs/

Glorious

壮大な; 有名な;

Meaning

magnificent; famous; having great beauty or splendor

Example

The sunset was absolutely glorious.

その夕焼けは絶対に壮大でした。

B2 adjective /əˈnɒn.ɪ.məs/

Anonymous

匿名の; 名前のない

Meaning

having an unknown name or identity; nameless

Example

The author published the book under an anonymous pseudonym.

著者は匿名のペンネームでその本を出版した。

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 /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 noun /krɪˈeɪtə/

creator

創造者

Meaning

a person who brings something into existence

Example

He is the creator of many successful startups.

彼は多くの成功したスタートアップのクリエイターです。

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 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 noun ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːts

attributes

属性

Meaning

A quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something.

Example

Advanced crops possess beneficial attributes.

高度な作物は有益な属性を持っています。

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 verb /soʊ/

sow

まく

Meaning

to plant seeds in the ground; to scatter seeds for growing

Example

The farmer will sow wheat seeds in the field tomorrow.

農家は明日、畑に小麦の種をまきます。

B2 adjective /ɪkˈskluːsɪv/

exclusive

特定の人物、グループ、またはエリアに制限された; 他の人と共有しない

Meaning

restricted to a particular person, group, or area; not shared with others

Example

The hotel offers exclusive access to a private beach.

ホテルはプライベートビーチへのエクスクルーシブなアクセスを提供します。

B2 adjective /ˌdɪp.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Diplomatic

外交的; 人間関係をうまく扱うことができる

Meaning

relating to diplomacy; tactful; skilled in managing relationships

Example

She gave a diplomatic answer to avoid offending anyone.

彼女は誰も怒らせないように外交的な答えをしました。

B2 adjective ˈkʌl.ɪ.nər.i

culinary

料理の

Meaning

Related to cooking or the preparation of food, especially in a sophisticated or professional manner.

Example

Culinary advancements enhance the dining experience.

料理の進歩は食事体験を向上させます。

B2 noun sɔɪl ɪˈrəʊʒən

soil erosion

土壌侵食

Meaning

The wearing away of topsoil by water, wind, or other natural forces.

Example

Soil erosion can lead to the loss of fertile land.

土壌侵食は肥沃な土地の喪失につながる可能性があります。

B2 adjective /ˈprɛf(ə)rəb(ə)l/

preferable

好ましい

Meaning

more desirable or suitable; better than something else

Example

It is preferable to take the train rather than drive in heavy traffic.

渋滞時には車を運転するより、電車を利用する方が好ましい。

B2 noun /kɜːrd/

Curd

ヨーグルト

Meaning

a white dairy product made by coagulating milk; yogurt

Example

She added fresh curd to the salad for a tangy flavor.

彼女はサラダに新鮮なヨーグルトを加えて、酸味を与えました。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnsəˈfɪʃənt/

insufficient

不十分

Meaning

Not enough; inadequate.

Example

His explanation was insufficient to clear the confusion.

彼の説明は混乱を解消するには不十分でした。

B2 noun /ˈhɔːrmoʊn/

hormone

ホルモン

Meaning

a chemical substance produced in the body that influences how the body grows or functions

Example

Insulin is a hormone that controls blood sugar levels.

インスリンは血糖値をコントロールするホルモンです。

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 noun /ˈɛseɪ/

essay

エッセイ

Meaning

A short piece of writing on a particular subject.

Example

She wrote an essay about climate change.

彼女は気候変動についてのエッセイを書きました。

B2 noun /ˈbɜːrdn/

burden

負担

Meaning

a heavy load, especially one that is difficult to carry

Example

The financial burden was too heavy for him to bear.

財政的な負担は彼にとって非常に重かった。

B2 verb /doʊz/

doze

うたた寝

Meaning

To sleep lightly for a short time.

Example

He dozed off while reading the book.

彼は本を読みながらうたた寝をした。

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 adjective /ˈʃɒkɪŋ/

shocking

衝撃的な

Meaning

causing surprise or disbelief; startling

Example

The news of the accident was shocking to everyone.

事故のニュースは皆を衝撃的にしました。

B2 adjective /ˈstʌdid/

studied

慎重な

Meaning

carefully considered, deliberate, or planned

Example

Her response was calm and studied, not impulsive.

彼女の返答は冷静で慎重であり、衝動的ではなかった。

B2 noun ˌbaɪ.oʊ.dɪˈvɝː.sə.t̬i

biodiversity

生物多様性

Meaning

The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

Example

Rainforests are home to immense biodiversity.

熱帯雨林は膨大な生物多様性を持っています。

B2 adjective /ˈluː.nər/

Lunar

月面の

Meaning

relating to the moon; of or concerning the moon

Example

The lunar eclipse was visible last night.

月食は昨晩見ることができました。

B2 noun prəʊb

probe

探査機

Meaning

An unmanned exploratory spacecraft designed to transmit information about its environment.

Example

The probe collected data from the planet's surface.

そのプローブは惑星の表面からデータを収集しました。

B2 adjective /ˈθɔːr.ni/

Thorny

とげのある; 扱いにくい

Meaning

having thorns; difficult to handle or deal with

Example

The thorny issue of budget cuts needs careful consideration.

予算削減の難しい問題には慎重な検討が必要です。

B2 noun /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 adjective /ˈtʃiːzi/

cheesy

安っぽい/過度に感傷的

Meaning

tacky, overly sentimental, or cheap in quality

Example

The movie was funny but a bit too cheesy.

映画は面白かったけど、ちょっと安っぽすぎた。

B2 adjective + noun aɪˈdiːəl ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt

ideal environment

理想的な環境

Meaning

Perfect or most suitable conditions for growth or development

Example

Winter creates an ideal environment for vegetable growth.

冬は野菜の成長に理想的な環境を作り出します。

B2 verb /ɪmˈbɑːrk/

embark

乗り出す

Meaning

to begin a journey, project, or activity

Example

She decided to embark on a new career in medicine.

彼女は医学の新しいキャリアを始める決断を下しました。

B2 verb /nɒd/

nod

うなずく

Meaning

to move one's head down and up to show agreement or acknowledgment

Example

She nodded in agreement with the proposal.

彼女は提案に同意してうなずいた。

B2 adjective /blʌnt/

blunt

鈍い、率直な

Meaning

not sharp; direct and straightforward in speech

Example

Her blunt remarks offended some people.

彼女の率直な言葉は何人かの人々を傷つけた。

B2 noun /ˈdʌbəl ˈdekər/

Double decker

二階建てバス

Meaning

a bus with two levels or floors for passengers

Example

The red double decker bus is a famous symbol of London.

赤いダブルデッカーバスはロンドンの有名なシンボルです。

B2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mət əˌdæp.teɪ.ʃən/

climate adaptation

気候適応

Meaning

The process of adjusting to current or expected climate change and its effects.

Example

Climate adaptation ensures resilience to change.

気候適応は変化に対する回復力を確保します。

B2 noun /ˈskʌlp.tʃər/

Sculpture

彫刻; 彫刻によって作られた芸術作品

Meaning

the art of making objects by carving; a work of art made by carving

Example

The museum displays ancient Greek sculpture.

博物館には古代ギリシャの彫刻が展示されています。

B2 noun /əˈroʊmə/

aroma

香り

Meaning

A pleasant, distinctive smell.

Example

The aroma of freshly baked bread filled the kitchen.

焼きたてのパンの香りがキッチンに広がった。

B2 noun /rɪˈsɪp.i.ənt/

Recipient

受取人

Meaning

a person who receives something

Example

She was the recipient of the prestigious award.

彼女はその名誉ある賞の受取人でした。

B2 adjective /ˈʌl.tɪ.mət/

Ultimate

究極; 最後; 最高の

Meaning

being the best or most extreme example of its kind; final; last

Example

This is the ultimate test of your skills.

これがあなたのスキルの究極のテストです。

B2 noun ˈmʌltiˌtɑːskɪŋ

multitasking

マルチタスク

Meaning

The performance of more than one task at the same time

Example

Multitasking reduces efficiency.

マルチタスキングは効率を低下させます。

B2 noun /ˈdʒiː.ni.əs/

Genius

天才

Meaning

exceptional intellectual or creative power or other natural ability; a person who has such ability

Example

Einstein was recognized as a genius for his groundbreaking contributions to physics.

アインシュタインは物理学への画期的な貢献により天才と認められました。

B2 noun ˈæsɛt

asset

資産

Meaning

A useful or valuable thing, person, or quality.

Example

Real estate is one of the most valuable assets.

不動産は最も価値のある資産の1つです。

B2 adjective /ˌʌnkənˈvɪnsɪŋ/

Unconvincing

信じられない

Meaning

failing to persuade or impress; not believable or credible

Example

His excuse for being late was completely unconvincing.

彼の遅刻の言い訳は完全に信じられなかった。

B2 adjective /ˈmɛtrɪk/

metric

メトリック

Meaning

Relating to the metric system of measurement; also, a standard of measurement used to assess performance.

Example

The company tracks success using clear performance metrics.

会社は明確なパフォーマンス指標を使用して成功を追跡しています。

B2 noun /ˈfɪzɪsɪst/

physicist

物理学者

Meaning

a scientist who studies or specializes in physics

Example

The physicist explained the theory of relativity to the students.

物理学者は学生たちに相対性理論を説明しました。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈkɒn.ʃəs/

Unconscious

無意識; 意識を失った

Meaning

not awake and aware of one's surroundings; done or existing without one realizing

Example

The patient was unconscious for several hours after the surgery.

患者は手術後、数時間無意識の状態でした。

B2 noun dɪˈplɔɪmənt

deployment

展開

Meaning

The action of bringing resources into effective action.

Example

The deployment of the new software was completed successfully.

新しいソフトウェアの展開は成功裏に完了しました。

B2 adjective ˈskɒl.ə.li

scholarly

学問的な

Meaning

Having or showing great knowledge or learning; academic in approach or method.

Example

He wrote a scholarly article on ancient philosophy.

彼は古代哲学についての学問的な記事を書いた。

B2 adjective /ˈhek.tɪk/

Hectic

忙しい; 熱狂的; 活動的な

Meaning

very busy and full of activity; frantic; characterized by intense activity or excitement

Example

My schedule has been hectic lately with back-to-back meetings.

最近、私のスケジュールは立て続けの会議で忙しくなっています。

B2 adjective /stɜːrn/

Stern

厳格な; 厳しい

Meaning

serious and demanding exact conformity to rules; strict and severe

Example

The teacher gave the students a stern warning about cheating.

教師は学生に対してカンニングについて厳しい警告を与えました。

B2 noun /kəmˈpoʊnənt/

component

コンポーネント

Meaning

a part or element of a larger whole, especially a machine or system

Example

The engine is the most important component of the car.

エンジンは車の最も重要なコンポーネントです。

B2 noun /dʒɜːm/

germ

細菌

Meaning

a microscopic organism, especially one that causes disease

Example

Washing your hands helps prevent the spread of germs.

手を洗うことは細菌の広がりを防ぐのに役立ちます。

B2 noun pərˈsweɪ.ʒən

persuasion

論理や感情で誰かを説得する

Meaning

The act of convincing someone to change their viewpoint through reasoning or emotion.

Example

Effective persuasion is key to a successful speech.

効果的な説得は、成功したスピーチの鍵です。

B2 adjective /ˌʌn.kəʊˈɒp.ər.ə.tɪv/

uncooperative

非協力的な

Meaning

not willing to help or work with others; unhelpful

Example

The witness was uncooperative and refused to answer questions.

証人は非協力的で、質問に答えることを拒否した。

B2 noun /ˈwɜːrk laɪf ˈbæl.əns/

work-life balance

ワークライフバランス

Meaning

The equilibrium between personal and professional life, ensuring neither dominates at the expense of the other.

Example

Achieving work-life balance reduces stress and improves productivity.

ワークライフバランスを達成することで、ストレスが減り、生産性が向上します。

B2 noun /ˈtriː.oʊ/

trio

三人組

Meaning

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

Example

The jazz trio played beautifully at the concert.

ジャズトリオはコンサートで素晴らしい演奏をしました。

B2 noun /həˈraɪ.zən/

horizon

地平線

Meaning

the line where the earth seems to meet the sky; the limit of one's knowledge, experience, or interest

Example

The sun disappeared below the horizon.

太陽は地平線の下に消えました。

B2 noun /ˈmæd.nəs/

Madness

狂気; 精神錯乱;

Meaning

the state of being mentally ill, especially severely; extremely foolish behavior

Example

It would be madness to drive in this storm.

この嵐の中で運転するのは狂気だろう。

B2 verb /ˈfæsən/

fasten

締める

Meaning

To attach or secure something firmly in place

Example

Please fasten your seatbelt before the plane takes off.

飛行機が離陸する前にシートベルトを締めてください。

B2 noun /ˌsɛlf ɪˈstiːm/

self-esteem

自尊心

Meaning

confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect

Example

Building self-esteem takes time and consistent effort.

自尊心を築くには時間と一貫した努力が必要です。