B2 adjective /ˈvʌl.nər.ə.bəl/

vulnerable

脆弱

Meaning

susceptible to physical or emotional harm

Example

Children are often the most vulnerable in times of crisis.

子供たちは危機の際に最も脆弱な存在です。

B2 adjective /ˈtʃuːzi/

choosy

選り好み

Meaning

very careful in choosing; selective

Example

She is very choosy about the clothes she wears.

彼女は自分が着る服にとてもこだわりがあります。

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 /ˈblæk.smɪθ/

Blacksmith

鍛冶屋

Meaning

a person who makes and repairs things made of iron

Example

The blacksmith hammered the hot iron into a horseshoe.

鍛冶屋は熱い鉄を金づちで打って蹄鉄を作った。

B2 noun /stɑːˈveɪ.ʃən/

Starvation

飢餓

Meaning

suffering or death caused by lack of food; extreme hunger

Example

Many people died of starvation during the famine.

多くの人々は飢饉の間に飢え死にしました。

B2 noun /ˈbækˌsaɪd/

backside

背中

Meaning

the rear part or surface of something; informal term for the buttocks

Example

The kids slid down the hill on their backside.

子供たちは丘を背中で滑り降りました。

B2 noun /əˈnætəmi/

anatomy

解剖学

Meaning

the study of the structure of living things, especially the human body

Example

She is studying human anatomy at medical school.

彼女は医学校で人体解剖学を学んでいます。

B2 adjective /ˈʌt.ɚ/

Utter

完全な; 絶対的な; 全体の

Meaning

complete; absolute; total

Example

The movie was an utter disaster at the box office.

その映画は興行収入で完全に失敗しました。

B2 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 verb /sæk/

sack

解雇する

Meaning

to dismiss from a job; to put something in a sack

Example

The company sacked him for poor performance.

会社は業績不良で彼を解雇しました。

B2 noun/verb rɪˈfɔːm

reform

改革

Meaning

Make changes in (something, typically a social, political, or economic institution or practice) in order to improve it.

Example

Reform in the education system was a priority.

教育システムの改革は優先事項でした。

B2 noun/verb /swɑːmp/

swamp

湿地

Meaning

An area of low-lying, uncultivated ground where water collects; a bog or marsh.

Example

The village was built near a swamp.

村は湿地の近くに建てられました。

B2 verb /ˈtɑːləreɪt/

tolerate

容認する

Meaning

to accept or endure something unpleasant without complaining; to allow something to exist

Example

I cannot tolerate such rude behavior in my classroom.

私はクラスでそのような失礼な行動を容認できません。

B2 noun /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idol

偶像; 崇拝される人物

Meaning

an image or representation of a god used as an object of worship; a person who is greatly admired

Example

The singer became a teenage idol after her hit song topped the charts worldwide.

その歌手はヒットソングが世界中のチャートで1位に達した後、ティーンエイジャーのアイドルとなった。

B2 adverb /sɪˈvɪərli/

severely

ひどく

Meaning

to a great degree; very seriously or harshly

Example

The patient was severely injured in the accident.

患者は事故でひどく負傷しました。

B2 verb /ɪnˈkaʊntər/

encounter

遭遇する / 出会う

Meaning

to unexpectedly meet someone or experience something, especially something difficult or new

Example

During the hike, we encountered a wild bear.

ハイキング中に、私たちは野生のクマに遭遇しました。

B2 adverb /ˈnæʃənəli/

nationally

全国的に

Meaning

at the level of a whole nation; in a way that involves or affects an entire country

Example

The policy was implemented nationally to ensure equal benefits for all citizens.

その政策は、すべての市民に平等な利益を確保するため、全国的に実施された。

B2 verb dɪsˈrʌpt

disrupt

破壊する

Meaning

To interrupt or disturb the normal progress or activity of something.

Example

Individual pursuits disrupt social harmony.

個々の追求は社会的調和を破壊します。

B2 adverb /ˈpɑrʃəli/

Partially

部分的に; 完全ではない;

Meaning

to some extent; not completely; incompletely

Example

The building was only partially destroyed in the fire.

その建物は火事で部分的に破壊されました。

B2 noun /ˌɪmɪˈɡreɪʃən/

immigration

移民

Meaning

the action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country

Example

Immigration policies vary from country to country.

移民政策は国によって異なります。

B2 adverb /ˈpjʊərli/

purely

純粋に

Meaning

only and completely; entirely

Example

The decision was purely based on economic factors.

その決定は完全に経済的な要因に基づいていました。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈiːzi/

Uneasy

不安な; 心配な; 落ち着かない

Meaning

worried; anxious; uncomfortable; restless

Example

She felt uneasy about walking alone at night.

彼女は夜一人で歩くことに不安を感じていた。

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 /ˈspɛʃəlti/

specialty

専門

Meaning

a particular area of study, work, or interest; something in which a person or place excels

Example

Her specialty is pediatric medicine.

彼女の専門は小児科医学です。

B2 noun /meɪz/

Maze

迷路

Meaning

A network of paths designed as a puzzle; a confusing situation

Example

The children got lost in the corn maze at the harvest festival.

子供たちは収穫祭のとうもろこしの迷路で迷子になった。

B2 adverb /ˈraɪtli/

Rightly

正しく; 適切に; 公正に

Meaning

correctly; properly; justly

Example

She rightly pointed out the mistakes in the report.

彼女は報告書の誤りを正しく指摘した。

B2 verb /sniːk/

sneak

Meaning

to move quietly and secretly to avoid being noticed

Example

He tried to sneak into the house without waking anyone.

B2 verb /ræm/

ram

Meaning

to strike or push something with great force

Example

The truck rammed into the wall.

B2 verb /ˌmɪsˈjuːz/

misuse

誤用

Meaning

To use something incorrectly or for the wrong purpose.

Example

Misusing social media profiles can harm relationships.

ソーシャルメディアのプロフィールを誤って使うと、人間関係に害を及ぼす可能性があります。

B2 adjective /ˌʌnrɪˈlaɪəbl/

Unreliable

信頼できない; 信頼や依存ができない

Meaning

not dependable; not able to be trusted or relied upon

Example

The old car is unreliable and breaks down frequently.

その古い車は信頼できず、よく壊れます。

B2 noun ˈkɔːrəl ˈriːfs

Coral Reefs

サンゴ礁

Meaning

Underwater structures made from calcium carbonate secreted by corals, forming diverse marine ecosystems.

Example

Saint Martin's Island is known for its coral reefs.

セント・マーチン島はそのサンゴ礁で知られています。

B2 noun /ˈkæp.sɪ.kəm/

Capsicum

ピーマン

Meaning

sweet pepper; bell pepper; colorful vegetable used in cooking

Example

Add red and green capsicum to make the dish colorful and nutritious.

赤と緑のピーマンを加えて、料理を色鮮やかで栄養満点にしましょう。

B2 noun /ˈɜːrnər/

earner

稼ぐ人

Meaning

A person who earns money through work or business

Example

She is the primary earner in her family.

彼女は家族の主要な稼ぐ人です。

B2 noun /ˈfræɡ.mənt/

Fragment

断片; 部分;

Meaning

a small part broken or separated off something; an incomplete or isolated portion

Example

Archaeologists found fragments of ancient pottery buried in the soil.

考古学者たちは土の中で古代の陶器の断片を発見しました。

B2 noun /ɡreɪs/

grace

優雅, エレガンス

Meaning

simple elegance or refined movement; goodwill and kindness

Example

She moved with grace across the stage.

彼女は舞台を優雅に歩いた。

B2 adjective /ˈtræŋkwɪl/

tranquil

静かな

Meaning

Free from disturbance; calm and peaceful.

Example

A tranquil environment promotes relaxation and focus.

静かな環境はリラックスと集中を促進します。

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 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 noun ˈterɪtəri

territory

領土

Meaning

An area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state.

Example

The king expanded his territory.

王は自分の領土を拡大しました。

B2 verb /rɪˈzuːm/

resume

再開する

Meaning

to start again after a pause or interruption

Example

We will resume the meeting after lunch.

ランチの後に会議を再開します。

B2 noun /ˈkɑn.ʃəns/

Conscience

良心, モラル, 内なる声

Meaning

an inner feeling or voice viewed as acting as a guide to the rightness or wrongness of one's behavior

Example

His conscience prevented him from lying to his parents about his grades.

彼の良心は、成績について両親に嘘をつくのを止めさせました。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈklaɪnd/

inclined

傾向がある

Meaning

having a tendency or disposition toward something

Example

He is inclined to help those in need.

彼は困っている人々を助ける傾向がある。

B2 noun /məˈʃiː.nər.i/

machinery

Meaning

machines collectively, or the parts of a machine; also, the system or process by which something works

Example

The factory invested in new machinery to increase production.

B2 noun /ˈθæŋksˌɡɪvɪŋ/

thanksgiving

感謝祭

Meaning

an annual holiday in the US for giving thanks, celebrated with a meal

Example

We spent Thanksgiving dinner with our family.

私たちは家族と一緒に感謝祭の夕食を過ごしました。

B2 adjective /ˈpraɪs.ləs/

Priceless

無価値な; 計り知れない価値がある

Meaning

extremely valuable; invaluable; beyond price

Example

Her grandmother's antique jewelry is absolutely priceless.

彼女の祖母の古代の宝石は絶対に無価値だ。

B2 adjective /ɪˈkwɪv.ə.lənt/

Equivalent

等価; 同等

Meaning

equal in value, amount, function, or meaning; having the same effect or result

Example

This amount is equivalent to ten dollars.

この金額は10ドルに相当します。

B2 adjective /prɪˈventɪv/

Preventive

予防的; 何かが起こるのを防ぐために設計された

Meaning

designed to prevent something from happening; protective against disease

Example

Regular exercise is a preventive measure against heart disease.

定期的な運動は心臓病予防の手段です。

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 /buˈkeɪ/

Bouquet

花束

Meaning

an attractively arranged bunch of flowers, especially one presented as a gift or carried at a ceremony

Example

The bride carried a beautiful bouquet of white roses down the aisle.

花嫁は白いバラの美しい花束を持って歩きました。

B2 noun /taɪd/

Tide

潮汐

Meaning

the alternate rising and falling of the sea, usually twice in each lunar day, due to the attraction of the moon and sun

Example

The fishermen waited for high tide to launch their boats.

漁師たちは高潮を待ってボートを出すために待っていました。

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 adjective /ˈrændəm/

Random

ランダム

Meaning

without pattern or predetermined order; happening by chance

Example

She selected a random book from the library shelf.

彼女は図書館の棚からランダムに本を選びました。

B2 noun plɒt

plot

プロット

Meaning

The main story of a piece of writing, or the series of events that happen in it.

Example

The plot of A Tale of Two Cities is intense and gripping.

'二都物語'のプロットは、緊迫感と魅力に満ちています。

B2 verb /ɪnˈfɛkt/

infect

感染させる

Meaning

To contaminate with a disease-causing organism.

Example

The virus can infect healthy people quickly.

ウイルスは健康な人々を迅速に感染させることができます。

B2 noun /wɔːrd/

ward

病棟

Meaning

A separate room in a hospital for patients; also a division of a city or a person under guardianship.

Example

She was admitted to the children's ward.

彼女は子供病棟に入院しました。

B2 verb /ɪnˈkɔːrpəreɪt/

incorporate

組み込む

Meaning

to include something as part of a whole; to form a corporation

Example

The new design incorporates advanced technology.

新しいデザインは先進技術を組み込みます。

B2 verb, noun /ˈtæk.əl/

tackle

Meaning

to try to deal with or solve a difficult problem; to physically stop someone in sports by knocking them down

Example

The coach taught the players how to tackle properly.

B2 noun/verb /stʌmp/

stump

木の切り株、困惑させる

Meaning

the base of a tree left after the trunk is cut down; to puzzle or confuse

Example

The question completely stumped the students.

その質問は学生たちを完全に困らせました。

B2 adjective /trɔːˈmætɪk/

traumatic

衝撃的

Meaning

Deeply distressing or disturbing, often related to emotional or physical injury.

Example

The accident was a traumatic experience for the entire family.

その事故は家族全員にとって衝撃的な体験でした。

B2 noun /ˌkovuːɪɡˈzɪs.təns/

Co-existence

共存

Meaning

the state of existing together at the same time or in the same place; peaceful cohabitation

Example

The peaceful co-existence of different cultures makes this city unique.

異なる文化の平和的共存がこの都市をユニークにしています。

B2 noun ˌriːfɔːˈreɪʃən

reforestation

再植林

Meaning

The natural or intentional restocking of existing forests and woodlands that have been depleted.

Example

Reforestation efforts are crucial to restoring ecosystems.

再植林の努力は、生態系の回復に重要です。

B2 noun /ˈmɑːrdʒɪn/

Margin

余白; 範囲

Meaning

The edge or border of something; an amount allowed beyond what is needed

Example

Please write your notes in the margin of the page.

ページの余白にメモを書いてください。

B2 noun /præŋk/

prank

いたずら

Meaning

A trick that is intended to be funny but not harmful.

Example

They played a harmless prank on their friend during the party.

彼らはパーティーで友達と無害ないたずらをしました。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈpɪəriəl/

imperial

帝国の

Meaning

Relating to an empire or emperor; having supreme authority.

Example

The imperial palace was a symbol of the emperor's power.

インペリアル宮殿は皇帝の力の象徴でした。

B2 noun /ˈbɑː.li/

Barley

大麦

Meaning

a cereal grain used for food, brewing beer, and animal feed

Example

The farmer harvested barley from his fields in autumn.

農夫は秋に彼の畑から大麦を収穫した。

B2 adjective /ˈlɔɪ.əl/

Loyal

忠実な; 信頼できる; 忠誠心のある

Meaning

faithful; devoted; trustworthy

Example

He remained loyal to his friends through difficult times.

彼は困難な時期にも友達に忠実であり続けた。

B2 noun /ˈliːf.lət/

Leaflet

チラシ; 広告

Meaning

a printed sheet of paper containing information or advertising and usually distributed free

Example

She handed out leaflets about the environmental campaign.

彼女は環境運動についてのチラシを配布しました。

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 /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərər/

manufacturer

製造業者

Meaning

A person or company that makes goods in large quantities.

Example

The manufacturer produces cars for the global market.

製造業者はグローバル市場向けに車を生産しています。

B2 adjective /ˈθʌroʊ/

thorough

徹底的な, 詳細な

Meaning

complete with regard to every detail; not superficial or partial

Example

The report was thorough and well-researched.

そのレポートは徹底的で、十分に調査されていました。

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 /tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒɪ.kəl ədˈvɑːns.mənt/

technological advancement

技術的進歩

Meaning

Progress or improvement in technology that leads to better solutions or capabilities.

Example

Technological advancement is revolutionizing healthcare.

技術的進歩は医療分野を革命的に変えつつある。

B2 adjective /əˈkaʊntəbl/

accountable

責任がある

Meaning

Required or expected to justify actions or decisions; responsible.

Example

Staying accountable helps reduce delays.

責任があることが遅延を減らすのに役立ちます。

B2 adjective /ˈsɜːdʒɪkəl/

surgical

外科手術に関連する

Meaning

relating to or involving surgery

Example

She underwent surgical treatment to repair the damage.

彼女は損傷を修復するために外科的治療を受けました。

B2 noun /ˈsɪr.i.əs.nəs/

Seriousness

真剣さ; 重要性

Meaning

the quality of being serious; gravity; importance

Example

The seriousness of the situation became clear when the doctor spoke.

その状況の真剣さは、医者が話すときに明らかになりました。

B2 adjective /pəˈzes.ɪv/

Possessive

幸せ

Meaning

showing a desire to own or control something; unwilling to share; jealously protective

Example

He is very possessive about his car.

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 /ˈsʌmən/

summon

Meaning

To order someone to come or to gather courage or strength.

Example

The king summoned his advisors to the court.

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 adjective /ˈkwɑːn.tɪ.teɪ.tɪv/

Quantitative

定量的

Meaning

relating to quantity or amount; expressed in terms of numbers or measurements

Example

The study provides quantitative evidence of climate change effects.

この研究は、気候変動の影響に関する定量的な証拠を提供します。

B2 noun/adjective /ˈtɜːrmɪnəl/

terminal

ターミナル、終点、末期の病

Meaning

As a noun: A place where transport routes begin or end. As an adjective: Relating to the end or final stage of something, often an illness.

Example

He waited for the bus at the central terminal.

彼は中央ターミナルでバスを待っていた。

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 verb /reɪd/

raid

踏み込む

Meaning

to attack suddenly; to search and seize

Example

Police raid the illegal gambling house.

警察は違法なギャンブルの家に踏み込む。

B2 noun /ˌʌndəˈɡrædʒuət/

undergraduate

学部生

Meaning

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

Example

She is an undergraduate studying computer science.

彼女はコンピュータサイエンスを学んでいる学部生です。

B2 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 noun /ˈmɑːrkɪtˌpleɪs/

marketplace

市場

Meaning

a place where goods and services are bought and sold; an open area for trade

Example

The town's marketplace is crowded every Friday morning.

街の市場は毎週金曜日の朝に混雑しています。

B2 noun /kəʊˌɔːdɪˈneɪʃən/

coordination

調整

Meaning

the process of organizing different elements to work together effectively

Example

The coordination between the teams was flawless.

チーム間の調整は完璧でした。

B2 adjective səˈfɪs.tɪ.keɪ.tɪd

sophisticated

洗練された

Meaning

Having great knowledge or experience of the world and knowing about fashion, culture, and other things that people think are socially important; highly developed or complex.

Example

Sophisticated designs enhance aesthetics.

洗練されたデザインは美学を高めます。

B2 noun /səbˈskrɪp.ʃən/

Subscription

サブスクリプション

Meaning

a payment for regular delivery of a service or product; an arrangement to receive something regularly

Example

I canceled my Netflix subscription because I wasn't watching it enough.

私はNetflixのサブスクリプションをキャンセルしました。なぜなら、それを十分に見ていなかったからです。

B2 adjective əˈstɒnɪʃɪŋ

astonishing

驚くべき

Meaning

Extremely surprising or impressive; amazing.

Example

The astonishing discovery changed the way we view the universe.

その驚くべき発見は、私たちが宇宙を見る方法を変えました。

B2 noun rɪsk ˈfæktər

risk factor

リスク要因

Meaning

Something that increases the likelihood of developing a disease or condition

Example

Water pollution is a significant risk factor for health.

水質汚染は健康にとって重要なリスク要因です。

B2 noun /ˈnæp.kɪn/

Nap Kin

ナプキン

Meaning

a piece of cloth or paper used for wiping the mouth and hands while eating

Example

She placed the napkin on her lap before starting dinner.

彼女は夕食を始める前に、膝の上にナプキンを置きました。

B2 noun /ˌtɜːrməˈnɑːlədʒi/

terminology

用語

Meaning

the set of technical or special words used in a particular subject

Example

Medical terminology can be difficult for new students to understand.

医学用語は新しい学生にとって理解が難しいことがあります。

B2 adverb /ˌnɒnˈstɒp/

Non-stop

ノンストップ; 途切れなく

Meaning

continuing without stopping; without interruption

Example

The train traveled non-stop from London to Paris.

その列車はロンドンからパリまでノンストップで走った。

B2 noun, verb /bʌt/

butt

Meaning

to hit or push with the head or horns; the end part of something, especially a cigarette

Example

The goat butted the fence with its horns.

B2 adverb /ˈæktɪvli/

actively

積極的に

Meaning

in a way that involves energetic participation or effort

Example

He is actively involved in community service.

彼は地域社会サービスに積極的に参加しています。

B2 noun /ˈaɪkɒn/

icon

アイコン, 象徴

Meaning

A person or thing regarded as a symbol of something, or a graphic symbol on a screen.

Example

The singer became a cultural icon.

その歌手は文化的なアイコンとなった。

B2 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈwɛlmɪŋ/

overwhelming

圧倒的

Meaning

Very intense; overpowering.

Example

Large tasks can feel overwhelming.

大きな仕事は圧倒的に感じることがあります。

B2 noun ˌɪn.fləˈmeɪ.ʃən

inflammation

炎症

Meaning

A localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful.

Example

Chronic inflammation can lead to severe diseases.

慢性炎症は重篤な疾患を引き起こす可能性があります。

B2 verb /ˈfæs.ɪ.neɪt/

fascinate

魅了する

Meaning

to attract and hold the attention of someone; to charm or captivate

Example

The magician's performance fascinated the audience.

マジシャンのパフォーマンスは観客を魅了した。

B2 noun /rɪm/

rim

縁

Meaning

the outer edge or border of a circular object

Example

The coffee cup had a chip on its rim.

コーヒーカップの縁にひびが入っていました。

B2 adjective /ˈɡɪf.tɪd/

Gifted

才能がある; 天賦の

Meaning

having exceptional talent or ability; talented;

Example

She is a gifted musician who plays multiple instruments.

彼女は多くの楽器を演奏する才能のある音楽家です。

B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zər/

Razor

かみそり

Meaning

a sharp-edged instrument used for shaving hair from the skin

Example

He shaved his beard with a sharp razor.

彼は鋭いかみそりでひげを剃った。

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 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 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 noun /ˈɡæmblɪŋ/

gambling

ギャンブル

Meaning

the activity of betting money or valuables on an outcome, often involving risk

Example

He got addicted to gambling at the casino.

彼はカジノでギャンブルに依存するようになった。

B2 adjective /ˌɪntərˈmiːdiət/

intermediate

中級

Meaning

Coming between two things in time, place, or order; in the middle level or stage.

Example

She is taking an intermediate-level French course.

彼女は中級のフランス語コースを受講しています。

B2 adjective /rɪˈflektɪv/

Reflective

反射的; 思慮深い; 光や画像を反射できる

Meaning

thoughtful; contemplative; able to reflect light or images

Example

After the meeting, he was in a reflective mood.

会議の後、彼は反射的な気分だった。

B2 noun /ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

certification

認定

Meaning

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

Example

She received her professional certification after completing the training program.

彼女は研修プログラムを修了した後、専門的な認定を取得しました。

B2 verb /kənˈfɜːr/

confer

Meaning

to discuss something important or to grant or bestow something

Example

The committee will confer to decide on the new policy.

B2 noun hɛdʒ

hedge

ヘッジ戦略

Meaning

A way of protecting oneself against financial loss or other adverse circumstances.

Example

Investors use hedging strategies to protect against market volatility.

投資家は市場の変動から守るためにヘッジ戦略を使用します。

B2 noun /ˈklær.ɪ.ti/

clarity

明確さ

Meaning

The quality of being coherent and intelligible; transparency or lucidity.

Example

The speaker's clarity made the concept easy to understand.

スピーカーの明確さが概念を理解しやすくしました。

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 noun /ɪˈfɛktɪvnəs/

effectiveness

効果

Meaning

the degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result.

Example

The effectiveness of the new policy is still being evaluated.

新しい政策の効果はまだ評価中です。

B2 adjective /kəʊˈhɪə.rənt/

coherent

一貫性のある

Meaning

Logical and consistent; forming a unified whole; clear and easy to understand.

Example

His speech was clear and coherent.

彼のスピーチは明確で一貫していました。

B2 adjective /ˌkɒm.plɪˈmen.tər.i/

Complimentary

賛辞的な; 無料で提供される; 礼儀として提供された

Meaning

expressing praise or admiration; given or supplied free of charge as a courtesy

Example

The hotel offers complimentary breakfast for all guests.

ホテルはすべてのゲストに無料の朝食を提供します。

B2 noun /rɪˈlaɪ.əns/

Reliance

依存

Meaning

the state of depending on something or someone for support or help

Example

His reliance on technology is concerning.

技術への依存は懸念すべきことです。

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 /ˈlaɪ.səns/

Licence

ライセンス

Meaning

a permit from an authority to own or use something, do a particular thing, or carry on a trade

Example

You need a driving licence to operate a car.

車を運転するには運転免許証が必要です。

B2 verb /plʌndʒ/

plunge

素早く飛び込む; 急激に落ちる

Meaning

to jump or dive quickly; to fall sharply

Example

She plunged into the swimming pool.

彼女はプールに飛び込んだ。

B2 noun /ˈplænər/

planner

プランナー

Meaning

a person who makes plans or a book used for organizing schedules and tasks

Example

She uses a daily planner to organize her meetings.

彼女は会議を整理するために毎日のプランナーを使っています。