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B2 noun ˈvaɪtəl rɪˈsɔːrsɪz

vital resources

重要な資源
Meaning
Essential assets or supplies that are crucial for survival and development.
Example
Water is one of Bangladesh's vital resources.
水はバングラデシュの重要な資源の一つです。
B2 adverb /ˈræp.ɪd.li/

Rapidly

速やかに; 急速に
Meaning
at a fast speed; quickly
Example
The company is rapidly expanding into new markets.
会社は新しい市場に急速に拡大しています。
B2 adjective /ˈsɪtʃueɪtɪd/

situated

位置する
Meaning
located in a particular place or position
Example
The hotel is situated near the beach.
ホテルはビーチの近くにあります。
B2 noun /əˌbriːviˈeɪʃən/

abbreviation

略語
Meaning
a shortened form of a word or phrase
Example
NASA is an abbreviation for National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
NASA は National Aeronautics and Space Administration の略語です。
B2 verb/noun /buː/

boo

Meaning
To show disapproval by shouting 'boo'; or a sound made to surprise or scare.
Example
The audience began to boo the bad performance.
B2 verb /ˈrɛkən/

reckon

推測する
Meaning
To think, believe, or expect something; to calculate or estimate.
Example
I reckon it will rain later today.
今日は後で雨が降るだろうと思います。
B2 adverb /ˈsiː.krət.li/

secretly

こっそり
Meaning
in a way that is hidden or not known by others
Example
She secretly planned a surprise party for her friend.
彼女は友達のためにこっそりサプライズパーティーを計画した。
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 /ɪˈstæblɪʃmənt/

establishment

設立
Meaning
An organization, business, or system; the act of setting something up.
Example
The restaurant is a new establishment in town.
レストランは町の新しい設立です。
B2 noun /kənˈvɜː.ʃən/

Conversion

コンバージョン, 変化, 変換
Meaning
The process of changing or causing something to change from one form to another.
Example
High website conversion rates indicate effective marketing.
ウェブサイトのコンバージョン率の高さは、効果的なマーケティングを示しています。
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 adjective /ˈfɛdərəl/

federal

フェデラル
Meaning
Relating to the central government of a federation.
Example
The federal government passed a new law on healthcare.
連邦政府は医療制度に関する新しい法律を通過させました。
B2 verb /ɪmˈbɑːrkɪŋ/

embarking

旅行を始める
Meaning
Beginning a journey or enterprise.
Example
The group is embarking on a long journey.
グループは長い旅行を始めるところです。
B2 noun /ˌɑːr.kiˈɑː.lə.dʒi/

archeology

考古学
Meaning
the study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts and structures
Example
She decided to study archeology to learn about ancient civilizations.
彼女は古代文明について学ぶために考古学を学ぶことに決めました。
B2 noun /ɒpˈtɪʃən/

optician

眼鏡技師
Meaning
A person who makes or sells glasses and contact lenses.
Example
The optician adjusted my new glasses to fit better.
オプティシャンは私の新しい眼鏡をより良くフィットするように調整しました。
B2 adjective /ɪmˈprɒp.ər/

Improper

不適切な; 不正確な; 不適当な
Meaning
inappropriate; incorrect; not suitable
Example
It would be improper to discuss personal matters in a business meeting.
ビジネス会議で個人的な事柄を議論するのは不適切です。
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 adjective /ˈænɪmeɪtɪd/

animated

アニメーションされた
Meaning
Full of life or excitement; made using animation techniques.
Example
The animated film was loved by children and adults alike.
そのアニメーション映画は子供たちと大人たちに愛されました。
B2 adjective /ɡəʊl ɔːˈrɪəntɪd/

goal-oriented

目標指向
Meaning
Focused on achieving specific objectives or targets; driven by clear aims.
Example
Being goal-oriented is crucial for achieving success.
目標指向であることは成功を達成するために重要です。
B2 noun ˈtempəreri ˈsetlmənts

temporary settlements

一時的な集落
Meaning
Short-term or provisional housing or living arrangements.
Example
Temporary settlements will aid lunar exploration.
一時的な集落は月面探査を支援するでしょう。
B2 noun /ˈhɑːrd.ʃɪp/

Hardship

困難、苦難
Meaning
severe suffering or privation; difficulty or distress
Example
Despite facing many hardships during the war, the family remained united and hopeful.
戦争中に多くの困難に直面したにもかかわらず、家族は団結して希望に満ちていました。
B2 verb /ɪnˈhæbɪt/

inhabit

住む
Meaning
to live in; to occupy as a dwelling
Example
Many animals inhabit the forest.
多くの動物が森に住んでいます。
B2 verb /ˈsɜːrkjəˌleɪt/

circulate

循環する, 動く
Meaning
to move continuously or freely through a closed system or area
Example
Air circulated freely in the open hall.
空気は開かれたホールで自由に循環していました。
B2 noun /ˈkæp.tɪv/

Captive

捕虜
Meaning
a person who has been taken prisoner or an animal that has been confined
Example
The captive was held in a small cell for several months.
捕虜は数ヶ月間小さな部屋に閉じ込められていた。
B2 noun /dæm/

Dam

ダム; 貯水池;
Meaning
a barrier constructed to hold back water and raise its level; a female parent of an animal
Example
The massive dam provides electricity and controls flooding in the region.
巨大なダムはこの地域に電力を提供し、洪水を制御します。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈseɪn/

insane

狂気
Meaning
mentally ill; extremely foolish or unreasonable
Example
The idea of jumping off the cliff seemed insane.
崖から飛び降りる考えは狂気のように思えた。
B2 adverb /ˈʌltəmətli/

ultimately

最終的に
Meaning
in the end, after everything else
Example
Ultimately, we decided to go ahead with the project.
最終的に、私たちはプロジェクトを進めることに決めました。
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 /ˈpjʊə.rɪ.ti/

Purity

純粋さ; 清潔さ; 汚染からの自由
Meaning
the state of being pure; cleanness or freedom from contamination
Example
The purity of the mountain water was remarkable.
山の水の純粋さは注目に値しました。
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 /ˈbʌmpi/

Bumpy

でこぼこした; ざらざらした
Meaning
having an uneven surface; rough; jolting
Example
The bumpy road made the car ride very uncomfortable.
でこぼこした道で車の乗り心地はとても不快だった。
B2 noun /ˈtrædʒ.ə.di/

Tragedy

悲劇; 災難
Meaning
an event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress; a serious drama with an unhappy ending
Example
The earthquake was a tragedy that affected thousands of families.
地震は多くの家族に影響を与えた悲劇でした。
B2 verb /koʊˈɔːrdɪˌneɪt/

coordinate

調整する
Meaning
to organize people or things so that they work together effectively
Example
We need to coordinate our efforts to finish the project on time.
私たちはプロジェクトを時間通りに終わらせるために努力を調整する必要があります。
B2 noun /beɪ/

Bay

湾
Meaning
a broad inlet of the sea where the land curves inward
Example
The boats are anchored in the bay.
ボートは湾に停泊しています。
B2 noun /ˈpref.ər.əns/

Preference

優先
Meaning
a greater liking for one alternative over another or others
Example
She has a preference for classical music over pop music.
彼女はポップ音楽よりもクラシック音楽を好む。
B2 adjective ˌtræns.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən.əl

transformational

変革的
Meaning
Causing or able to cause an important and lasting change in someone or something.
Example
Transformational projects redefine progress.
変革的なプロジェクトは進歩を再定義します。
B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪ.di/

Shady

日陰の; 疑わしい; 不誠実な;
Meaning
providing shade; dishonest; suspicious
Example
The shady businessman made a suspicious deal.
その日陰の商人は疑わしい取引をしました。
B2 adjective /ɪsˈlɑːmɪk/

islamic

イスラームの
Meaning
relating to Islam, its followers, or its teachings
Example
The city has many Islamic cultural centers.
その都市には多くのイスラーム文化センターがあります。
B2 noun /ˈdʒɜːr.nəl/

Journal

ジャーナル
Meaning
a newspaper or magazine that deals with a particular subject; a daily record of events
Example
She kept a personal journal to record her thoughts and experiences.
彼女は自分の思考と経験を記録するために個人的なジャーナルを保っていた。
B2 noun, verb /bluːm/

bloom

咲く；繁栄する
Meaning
to produce flowers; to develop or flourish; a flower or the state of flowering
Example
The roses bloom beautifully every spring.
バラは毎年春に美しく咲きます。
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 verb /ˌriːəˈʃʊr/

reassure

安心させる
Meaning
to say or do something to remove someone's doubts or fears
Example
The teacher reassured the students before the exam.
教師は試験前に生徒を安心させました。
B2 verb /ˈbjuːtɪfaɪ/

beautify

美化する
Meaning
to make something more beautiful or attractive
Example
The city plans to beautify the old park with trees and lights.
その都市は木や照明で古い公園を美化する計画です。
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 noun ˈfrʌn.tɪərz

frontiers

最前線
Meaning
The extreme limit of settled land beyond which lies wilderness; the limits of knowledge or achievement in a particular field.
Example
The project pushes the frontiers of space exploration.
このプロジェクトは宇宙探査の最前線を押し広げています。
B2 adjective /ˈstæt.ɪk/

static

静的
Meaning
Lacking in movement, action, or change; stationary.
Example
Static ideas hinder progress.
静的な考えは進展を妨げる。
B2 noun ˈtrækɪŋ ˈprɒɡrɛs

tracking progress

進捗追跡
Meaning
The process of monitoring and evaluating advancement towards goals or objectives.
Example
Regular tracking progress helps in achieving long-term goals.
定期的な進捗の追跡は、長期的な目標を達成するのに役立ちます。
B2 noun /mæt/

Mat

マット
Meaning
a piece of coarse material placed on a floor for people to wipe their feet on
Example
Please wipe your feet on the mat before entering.
入る前にマットで足を拭いてください。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈsteɪbəl/

Unstable

不安定
Meaning
likely to change; not steady or secure; unsteady
Example
The unstable economy made people worried about their jobs.
不安定な経済は、人々を自分たちの仕事について心配させました。
B2 noun /ˈbækɪŋ/

Backing

支援
Meaning
help or support; financial or material support
Example
The project received backing from several major investors.
そのプロジェクトは、いくつかの主要な投資家から支援を受けました。
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 verb /kənˈtɛnd/

contend

争う、主張する
Meaning
to strive or compete for something; to assert earnestly
Example
Athletes from around the world contend for the championship.
世界中のアスリートがチャンピオンシップを争っています。
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 noun /ˈhændlɪŋ/

handling

取り扱い
Meaning
the act of managing or dealing with something or someone
Example
His handling of the situation was impressive.
その状況の取り扱いは印象的でした。
B2 verb /ɪˈveɪd/

evade

回避する
Meaning
To escape or avoid something, especially by cleverness or trickery.
Example
He tried to evade the question by changing the subject.
彼は話題を変えることで質問を回避しようとした。
B2 noun /heɪst/

Haste

急ぎ; 焦り
Meaning
swiftness of motion; urgent need of quick action; excessive speed or urgency
Example
In his haste to catch the train, he forgot to take his wallet from the table.
列車に乗るための急いで、テーブルから財布を取るのを忘れました。
B2 noun /ˈfriːˌlænsər/

freelancer

フリーランサー
Meaning
A person who works independently without being permanently employed by one organization.
Example
She works as a freelancer designing websites for different clients.
彼女はフリーランサーとして、異なるクライアントのためにウェブサイトをデザインしています。
B2 noun prəˈdʒɛk.ʃən

projection

声の投影
Meaning
The strength and range of voice when speaking.
Example
Proper projection ensures that every listener hears clearly.
適切なプロジェクションは、すべての聴衆が明確に聞こえることを保証します。
B2 noun /ɡriːnz/

Greens

葉物野菜
Meaning
Leafy vegetables such as spinach, lettuce, and cabbage
Example
Eating greens is important for good health.
葉物野菜を食べることは健康にとって重要です。
B2 noun /ɪˈsteɪt/

estate

Meaning
A large area of land, property, or possessions owned by someone, often including a big house.
Example
The family owned a large estate in the countryside.
B2 noun /foʊm/

Foam

泡
Meaning
a mass of small bubbles formed on or in liquid; frothy white mass
Example
The waves crashed against the rocks, creating white foam on the shore.
波が岩にぶつかり、浜辺に白い泡を作った。
B2 verb /əˈkɒmədeɪt/

accommodate

収容する
Meaning
To provide lodging, space, or meet the needs of someone.
Example
The hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests.
ホテルは最大200人を収容できます。
B2 adjective /njuːˈmɛrɪkəl/

numerical

数値的
Meaning
relating to or expressed in numbers
Example
The report provides numerical data on population growth.
その報告書は人口増加に関する数値データを提供しています。
B2 noun /'ræd.ɪʃ/

Radish

ラディッシュ
Meaning
a small pungent edible root vegetable with white or red skin
Example
The farmer harvested fresh radishes from the garden.
農家は庭から新鮮なラディッシュを収穫しました。
B2 adjective /ˈlɔːŋtaɪm/

longtime

長い時間の
Meaning
having existed or continued for a long time
Example
They are longtime friends who met in college.
彼らは大学で出会った長い時間の友達です。
B2 noun ˈskruːtɪni

scrutiny

詳細な調査
Meaning
Critical observation or examination
Example
The new law is under scrutiny by the legislative body.
新しい法律は立法機関による詳細な調査の下にあります。
B2 noun ˈsəʊ.lər ˈen.ə.dʒi

solar energy

太陽光エネルギー
Meaning
Energy from the sun that is converted into thermal or electrical energy.
Example
Solar energy is vital for reducing carbon emissions.
太陽光エネルギーは炭素排出量を削減するためには不可欠です。
B2 adjective + noun æmˈbɪʃəs ɪnˈdevər

ambitious endeavor

野心的な試み
Meaning
A bold and determined attempt to achieve something challenging.
Example
Artemis is an ambitious endeavor in space exploration.
アルテミスは宇宙探査における野心的な取り組みです。
B2 adjective /ˈdaʊt.fəl/

Doubtful

疑わしい; 不確かな; 何かに対して不確かに感じる
Meaning
uncertain; questionable; feeling uncertain about something
Example
I am doubtful about the success of this project.
私はこのプロジェクトの成功について疑問を持っています。
B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnsəti/

intensity

強度
Meaning
The quality of being extreme, strong, or forceful in degree.
Example
The intensity of the storm frightened the villagers.
嵐の強度は村人たちを驚かせた。
B2 adjective ɪnˈdɪdʒɪnəs

indigenous

先住民の
Meaning
Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.
Example
Indigenous plants are well adapted to the local environment.
先住民の植物は地元の環境にうまく適応しています。
B2 noun /ˈɑːr.mər/

Armour

鎧
Meaning
protective covering worn by soldiers; metal plating for military vehicles
Example
The knight wore heavy armour to protect himself in battle.
騎士は戦いの中で自分を守るために重い鎧を着ていました。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈtɜrn/

overturn

覆す / 判決を覆す
Meaning
to turn something upside down or to reverse a decision or judgment
Example
The court decided to overturn the previous ruling.
裁判所は前回の判決を覆すことに決めました。
B2 noun /wɜːrd fɔːrˈmeɪʃən/

word formation

語形成
Meaning
the process by which new words are created or existing words are modified in a language
Example
Word formation helps learners understand how new vocabulary develops in English.
語形成は言語学の重要な分野です。
B2 noun /ˈveɪ.pər/

Vapour

蒸気
Meaning
a substance in the form of a gas, especially when it has changed from a liquid or solid state
Example
Water vapour rose from the hot pavement after the rain.
雨の後、熱い舗道から水蒸気が立ち上ってきた。
B2 adverb /ɪkˈskluːsɪvli/

exclusively

独占的に
Meaning
only; not shared with others
Example
This service is available exclusively to premium members.
このサービスはプレミアムメンバーのみが利用できます。
B2 adjective /ˈʃɔːrt ˌsaɪtɪd/

Short-sighted

近視; 短期的な視野
Meaning
lacking foresight or consideration for the future; myopic
Example
His short-sighted decision to quit school early affected his career prospects.
彼の近視的な決断で学校を早く辞めたことは、彼のキャリアの展望に影響を与えました。
B2 noun ɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si

efficiency

効率
Meaning
The state or quality of being efficient; achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.
Example
Efficiency in communication is crucial for businesses.
コミュニケーションにおける効率はビジネスにとって重要です。
B2 noun ˌæs.pɪˈreɪ.ʃən

aspiration

志望
Meaning
A hope or ambition of achieving something, a strong desire or goal to achieve something.
Example
His aspiration is to become a successful entrepreneur.
彼のアスピレーションは成功した起業家になることです。
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 /ˌoʊvərˈteɪk/

overtake

追い越す
Meaning
to catch up with and pass someone or something; to surpass
Example
The runner managed to overtake his competitor in the final lap.
ランナーは最後の周回で競争相手を追い越しました。
B2 noun noʊˈbel praɪz

Nobel Prize

ノーベル賞
Meaning
Any of six international prizes awarded annually for outstanding work in physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature, economics, and the promotion of peace.
Example
Nobel Prize recognition evaded Bose's contributions.
Nobel Prize recognition did not apply to Bose's contributions.
B2 verb /ˈraɪpən/

ripen

幸せ
Meaning
to become or make something ready to eat or fully developed
Example
The bananas ripened quickly in the warm weather.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せなかった。
B2 noun /bɪˈtreɪəl/

Betrayal

裏切り; 不忠
Meaning
the action of betraying one's country, group, or person; disloyalty
Example
His betrayal of their friendship hurt her deeply.
彼の友情に対する裏切りは、彼女を深く傷つけました。
B2 adjective /ˈprɪm.ɪ.tɪv/

Primitive

原始的; 基本的; 粗野; 未発達; 単純
Meaning
ancient; basic; crude; undeveloped; simple
Example
The tribe still uses primitive tools for hunting and farming.
部族は狩猟と農業のために未開の道具を使用し続けています。
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 noun /ˈsɛnsəs/

census

国勢調査
Meaning
An official count or survey of a population, typically recording various details of individuals.
Example
The government conducted a census to update demographic data.
政府は人口統計データを更新するために国勢調査を実施しました。
B2 verb /ˈkʌltɪveɪt/

cultivate

栽培する
Meaning
to grow crops or plants; to develop or improve something
Example
Farmers cultivate rice in the paddy fields.
農家は田んぼでお米を育てています。
B2 adjective /ˈrɪdən/

ridden

覆われた
Meaning
Full of or dominated by something unpleasant.
Example
The country was ridden with corruption.
その国は腐敗に覆われていた。
B2 adjective /ˌmʌltɪˈlɪŋɡwəl/

multilingual

多言語の
Meaning
Able to speak or written in several languages.
Example
She grew up in a multilingual household.
彼女は多言語の家庭で育ちました。
B2 adjective /ˈrɪtʃ.u.əl/

Ritual

儀式
Meaning
relating to religious or ceremonial practices
Example
The wedding ceremony included many traditional ritual elements.
結婚式では多くの伝統的な儀式が行われました。
B2 noun /ˈtɛkstʃər/

texture

質感
Meaning
the way something feels when you touch it; the quality of a surface or substance
Example
The fabric has a soft and smooth texture.
その布は柔らかく滑らかな質感です。
B2 noun /ˌrɛfəˈriː/

referee

審判
Meaning
a person who oversees a game or match to ensure the rules are followed
Example
The referee stopped the game after a foul.
審判はファウルの後、試合を停止しました。
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 /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 adjective /ˈlɛdʒɪslətɪv/

legislative

立法の
Meaning
relating to the making of laws
Example
The legislative body passed the new tax bill.
立法機関は新しい税法を可決しました。
B2 adjective ɪkˈstɪŋkt

extinct

絶滅
Meaning
No longer in existence; having died out completely.
Example
Some species are becoming extinct due to overfishing.
いくつかの種は過剰な漁業によって絶滅の危機に瀕しています。
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 adjective /əˈfekʃənət/

Affectionate

愛情深い; 思いやりのある; 優しい; 愛情を示す
Meaning
loving; caring; tender; showing affection
Example
She is very affectionate towards her children.
彼女は子供たちにとても愛情深いです。
B2 adjective /ˈmɪnɪməl/

minimal

最小限
Meaning
the smallest or least amount possible
Example
The damage to the car was minimal after the accident.
事故後、車の損傷は最小限でした。
B2 noun /ˈækjərəsi/

Accuracy

正確さ; 精度
Meaning
the quality of being correct or precise; exactness
Example
The accuracy of the measurements is very important.
測定の正確さは非常に重要です。
B2 adverb /ˈsɛkʃuəli/

sexually

性的に
Meaning
in a way that relates to or involves sexual activity or feelings
Example
The film was considered too sexually explicit for young audiences.
その映画は若い観客には過度に性的に露骨だと見なされました。
B2 noun /ˌpɜːrsəˈnel/

personnel

人員
Meaning
People employed in an organization or engaged in an organized undertaking such as military service.
Example
The company is hiring more personnel for its new branch.
会社は新しい支店のためにもっと多くの人員を採用しています。
B2 noun /trəˈdɪʃ.ən.əl ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi/

traditional economy

伝統経済
Meaning
An economic system based on customs and traditions, often involving barter trade.
Example
Tribes still practice a traditional economy based on barter trade.
部族はまだ物々交換に基づいた伝統経済を実践しています。
B2 noun /wæks/

Wax

ワックス
Meaning
a solid substance that melts when heated, used for making candles and polishing
Example
She used candle wax to seal the old letter.
彼女は古い手紙を封印するためにキャンドルのワックスを使いました。
B2 noun /ˈen.tə.praɪz/

Enterprise

企業、特に大胆で複雑なプロジェクト
Meaning
a project or undertaking, especially a bold or complex one
Example
The space exploration enterprise required years of planning and preparation.
宇宙探査企業には何年もの計画と準備が必要でした。
B2 noun /ˈsɪmptəm/

symptom

症状
Meaning
a sign or indication of something, especially of an illness
Example
Fever is a common symptom of the flu.
熱はインフルエンザの一般的な症状です。
B2 verb /ɪnˈstrʌkt/

instruct

指示する
Meaning
to teach; to give directions
Example
The teacher instructed the students carefully.
先生は生徒に注意深く指示しました。
B2 verb /əˈplɔːd/

applaud

拍手する
Meaning
to show approval by clapping or expressing admiration
Example
The audience applauded the performance.
観客はパフォーマンスに拍手を送りました。
B2 adverb /ˈklɒkwaɪz/

Clockwise

時計回り
Meaning
in the direction that clock hands move; in a circular direction from left to right
Example
Turn the valve clockwise to tighten it.
バルブを時計回りに回して締めてください。
B2 noun /ˈkæʃ.uː nʌt/

Cashew Nut

カシューナッツ
Meaning
a kidney-shaped nut with a creamy texture and mild flavor
Example
Cashew nuts are often used in cooking and as a healthy snack.
カシューナッツは、料理や健康的なおやつに使われることがよくあります。
B2 noun /ˈwel.feər/

Welfare

福祉; 健康; 幸福
Meaning
the health, happiness, and fortunes of a person or group; care and support
Example
The government is responsible for the welfare of its citizens.
政府は市民の福祉に責任を持っています。
B2 noun /ˈʃʌv.əl/

Shovel

シャベル
Meaning
a tool with a broad flat blade and long handle used for digging and moving earth, snow, or other materials
Example
He grabbed a shovel to clear the snow from the driveway.
彼は車道から雪を取り除くためにシャベルを取った。
B2 adjective /ʌnˈɡreɪt.fəl/

Ungrateful

恩知らず
Meaning
not feeling or showing thanks for something done or given; not appreciating kindness
Example
She felt he was ungrateful for all the help she had given him.
彼女は、彼が彼女が与えたすべての助けに対して恩知らずだと感じた。
B2 noun /ˈsaɪkloʊn/

cyclone

サイクロン
Meaning
a large-scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure; a violent tropical storm
Example
The cyclone caused severe flooding along the coast.
サイクロンは沿岸地域に深刻な洪水を引き起こした。
B2 noun /ˈplæn.tɪn/

Plantain

プランテンバナナ
Meaning
a large green banana-like fruit that is usually cooked before eating
Example
Plantain can be fried, boiled, or baked and is a staple food in many tropical countries.
プランテンバナナは揚げたり、茹でたり、焼いたりでき、多くの熱帯地域では主食です。
B2 noun /ˌdaɪəˈbiːtiːz/

diabetes

幸福
Meaning
a medical condition in which the body cannot properly control the level of sugar in the blood
Example
He was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes last year.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せませんでした。
B2 verb /prɪˈzɜːv/

preserve

保存する
Meaning
to keep something in its original state; to protect from harm or decay
Example
We must preserve our natural environment.
私たちは自然環境を保存しなければなりません。
B2 noun ˈbreɪk.θruː

breakthrough

ブレークスルー
Meaning
A sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development.
Example
The breakthrough opens doors for new technology.
このブレークスルーは新しい技術への扉を開きます。
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈsiː/

oversee

監督する
Meaning
to supervise or watch over something; to manage and direct
Example
The manager will oversee the entire construction project.
マネージャーは全体の建設プロジェクトを監督します。
B2 noun /ˈteɪbəlˌspun/

tablespoon

テーブルスプーン
Meaning
a spoon used for serving or eating food, typically holding about 15 milliliters
Example
She stirred the soup with a tablespoon.
彼女はテーブルスプーンでスープをかき混ぜました。