B2 noun /ˈwɪd.oʊ/

Widow

未亡人

Meaning

a woman whose husband has died and who has not married again

Example

The widow received support from her family and community.

未亡人は家族とコミュニティから支援を受けました。

B2 noun /toʊl/

toll

通行料 / 損害

Meaning

A charge payable for using a road or bridge; also the extent of damage or suffering caused by something.

Example

The flood took a heavy toll on the village.

洪水は村に大きな損害を与えました。

B2 noun /ˈpɪk.səl/

pixel

デジタル画像またはディスプレイの最小単位

Meaning

the smallest unit of a digital image or display

Example

The image is blurry because some pixels are missing.

画像がぼやけているのは、いくつかのピクセルが欠けているからです。

B2 verb /rɪˈkɔːl/

recall

思い出す

Meaning

to bring (a memory, fact, or situation) back into one's mind

Example

I can't recall the last time we met.

最後に会った時のことを思い出せません。

B2 noun /ˈaʊt.kʌm/

Outcome

結果; 結末;

Meaning

the result or consequence of an action or situation; the final product

Example

The outcome of the election surprised everyone.

選挙の結果は皆を驚かせました。

B2 noun /ˈtreɪdmɑːrk/

trademark

商標

Meaning

a symbol, word, or words legally registered or established by use as representing a company or product

Example

The company’s logo is its trademark.

その会社のロゴはその商標です。

B2 noun /ˈveɪ.kən.si/

Vacancy

空席; 空きポジションまたは部屋

Meaning

an unoccupied position or job; an empty space or room

Example

There is a vacancy for a software engineer in our company.

私たちの会社にはソフトウェアエンジニアの空席があります。

B2 noun ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt

anecdote

スピーチや文章で使われる短くて興味深い話

Meaning

A short interesting story used in speeches or writing.

Example

A well-placed anecdote makes a speech more relatable.

適切に配置されたエピソードは、スピーチをより関連性のあるものにします。

B2 adjective /ˌɛm.pəˈθɛ.tɪk/

empathetic

共感的

Meaning

Showing ability to understand and share feelings of others.

Example

She was empathetic towards her friend's struggles.

彼女は友人の苦しみに共感的でした。

B2 adjective /ˈvaɪ.brənt/

Vibrant

活気のある; 鮮やかな; 生き生きとした

Meaning

full of energy and life; bright and striking

Example

The vibrant colors of the sunset painted the sky beautifully.

夕焼けの鮮やかな色が美しく空を染めた。

B2 noun /ˈtuː.lɪp/

Tulip

チューリップ

Meaning

a colorful spring flower with cup-shaped petals

Example

The red tulip bloomed beautifully in the garden.

赤いチューリップが庭で美しく咲きました。

B2 noun /ˌɪn.dɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Indication

指示; 合図

Meaning

a sign or piece of information that indicates something; a suggestion or hint

Example

The dark clouds were a clear indication that a storm was approaching the area.

暗い雲は嵐がその地域に近づいていることを示す明確な指示でした。

B2 noun /ˈoʊ.dər/

Odour

臭い

Meaning

a distinctive smell, especially an unpleasant one

Example

The odour of fresh bread filled the kitchen.

新鮮なパンの臭いがキッチンに広がった。

B2 noun /ˈɔːrnəmənt/

ornament

装飾品

Meaning

A decorative object that adds beauty to something.

Example

The Christmas tree was decorated with colorful ornaments.

クリスマスツリーはカラフルな装飾品で飾られていました。

B2 noun /ˈsteɪdiəm/

stadium

Meaning

a large structure with seating for sports, concerts, or other events

Example

Thousands of fans filled the stadium to watch the final match.

B2 noun /ˌdiː.haɪˈdreɪʃən/

dehydration

脱水症

Meaning

A condition in which the body or tissue lacks adequate water content.

Example

Dehydration can lead to fatigue and confusion.

脱水は疲労と混乱を引き起こす可能性があります。

B2 noun /ˈspɒnsər/

sponsor

スポンサー

Meaning

a person or organization that provides funds for a project or activity in exchange for publicity or support

Example

The company became the main sponsor of the event.

その会社はイベントの主要スポンサーとなった。

B2 noun /ˈpɛbl/

pebble

小石

Meaning

a small smooth stone found on beaches or rivers

Example

He threw a pebble into the pond and watched the ripples.

彼は小石を池に投げ入れて、波を見ていました。

B2 noun /ˈpɜː.tʃəs.ɪŋ ˈpaʊ.ɚ/

purchasing power

購買力

Meaning

The amount of goods and services that can be purchased with a unit of currency.

Example

Due to inflation, people's purchasing power has decreased.

インフレのため、人々の購買力は低下しました。

B2 noun /ˈhaɪəˌrɑːrki/

hierarchy

階層

Meaning

A system in which people or things are arranged in levels of importance or authority.

Example

The corporate hierarchy determines who makes the final decision.

企業の階層は、最終決定を誰が行うかを決定します。

B2 adjective /ˈstʌnɪŋ/

stunning

驚くべき

Meaning

extremely impressive or attractive

Example

The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely stunning.

山の頂上からの景色は本当に驚くべきものでした。

B2 noun əˌkjuː.mjəˈleɪ.ʃən

accumulation

蓄積

Meaning

The gradual gathering or collecting of something over time.

Example

The accumulation of dust affects appliance efficiency.

ほこりの蓄積が家電の効率に影響を与える。

B2 noun /ˈfluː.ən.si/

fluency

流暢さ

Meaning

The ability to speak or write a language smoothly and effortlessly.

Example

She speaks English with remarkable fluency.

彼女は素晴らしい流暢さで英語を話します。

B2 noun /kraɪˈtɪəriən/

criterion

基準

Meaning

A standard or rule used to make a judgment or decision.

Example

Honesty is an important criterion for this job.

誠実はこの仕事にとって重要な基準です。

B2 adjective /ˌpeɪ.triˈɑː.tɪk/

Patriotic

愛国的な

Meaning

showing love for one's country

Example

The patriotic citizens celebrated Independence Day with great enthusiasm.

愛国的な市民たちは独立記念日を大きな熱意で祝いました。

B2 verb /ɡriːv/

grieve

悲しむ

Meaning

To feel or cause deep sorrow, especially due to someone's death.

Example

She continues to grieve the loss of her best friend.

彼女は最愛の友人を失って悲しみ続けています。

B2 noun, verb /kloʊk/

cloak

クローク

Meaning

a loose outer garment; to cover, hide, or disguise

Example

The spy cloaked his identity with a false name.

スパイは偽名で自分の身元を隠した。

B2 verb, noun /stæb/

stab

刺す

Meaning

to pierce or wound with a pointed weapon or object

Example

He was stabbed in the back during the altercation.

彼は口論中に背中を刺されました。

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 /ˈvel.vɪt/

Velvet

ベルベット

Meaning

a soft, luxurious fabric with a thick, short pile on one side

Example

The royal curtains were made of rich red velvet.

ロイヤルカーテンは豊かな赤いベルベットで作られていました。

B2 noun /ˈoʊ.vər ɡroʊθ/

Over growth

過剰成長

Meaning

excessive growth beyond normal size; too much development or expansion

Example

The overgrowth of weeds made the garden look untidy.

雑草の過剰な繁茂が庭を乱雑に見せた。

B2 noun/adjective /səˈvɪliən/

civilian

市民

Meaning

a person not in the armed forces or police

Example

The area was evacuated to protect the civilians.

その地域は市民を守るために避難されました。

B2 verb lɔːntʃt

launched

発射

Meaning

Set (something) in motion by pushing it or letting it go.

Example

The satellite was launched successfully.

衛星は成功裏に発射されました。

B2 noun /ˈʃɔːr.tɪdʒ/

Shortage

不足

Meaning

a lack or deficiency of something that is needed or expected

Example

There is a severe water shortage in the region.

その地域では深刻な水不足が起きている。

B2 noun ˌkɒnsəlˈteɪʃən

consultation

相談

Meaning

The action of consulting or discussing; a meeting with an expert or professional to seek advice.

Example

Consultation was essential.

相談は重要でした。

B2 noun/adjective /ˈvɪntɪdʒ/

vintage

ヴィンテージ / クラシック

Meaning

Relating to high quality from the past; classic; also the year of a wine harvest.

Example

She wore a vintage dress from the 1950s.

彼女は1950年代のヴィンテージドレスを着ていました。

B2 noun /ˈvɛtərən/

veteran

経験豊富な人 / 退役軍人

Meaning

a person who has long experience in a particular field or an ex-member of the armed forces

Example

He is a veteran of the software industry.

彼はソフトウェア業界のベテランです。

B2 adverb /səbˈstænʃəli/

substantially

大幅に

Meaning

to a great extent or degree

Example

The new policy has substantially improved working conditions.

新しい政策は労働条件を大幅に改善しました。

B2 verb /ˈvɒmɪt/

vomit

嘔吐する

Meaning

to bring up food from the stomach through the mouth; to be sick

Example

The patient began to vomit after taking the medication.

患者は薬を服用後、嘔吐し始めました。

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 /reɪdʒ/

rage

怒り

Meaning

intense anger or fury

Example

She shouted in a fit of rage after hearing the news.

彼女はそのニュースを聞いて怒りの叫び声を上げました。

B2 verb, noun /dɑːrt/

dart

ダート/急に走る

Meaning

to move suddenly and quickly; a small pointed missile thrown at a target

Example

The cat darted across the street to avoid the car.

猫は車を避けるために急いで道路を横切りました。

B2 noun /dɪsˈɡreɪs/

Disgrace

恥辱; 不名誉; 恥ずかしい

Meaning

loss of reputation or respect as the result of a dishonorable action; a shameful situation

Example

His arrest brought disgrace upon his entire family and reputation.

彼の逮捕は彼の家族全体と評判に恥辱をもたらした。

B2 noun /dɪˌtɜː.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

determination

決意

Meaning

Firmness of purpose; the quality of being determined; resolve.

Example

His determination to succeed was unwavering.

成功するための彼の決意は揺るぎなかった。

B2 adjective /ˌɪntəˈpɜːsənl/

interpersonal

対人

Meaning

Relating to relationships or communication between people.

Example

He has excellent interpersonal skills and gets along well with others.

彼は優れた対人スキルを持っており、他の人とうまくやっていきます。

B2 adjective ˈɡraʊndˌbreɪ.kɪŋ

groundbreaking

画期的

Meaning

Introducing new ideas or methods; innovative or pioneering.

Example

Groundbreaking advancements redefine innovation.

画期的な進展はイノベーションを再定義します。

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 /ˈɪmɪnənt/

imminent

差し迫った

Meaning

About to happen; likely to occur very soon.

Example

Dark clouds signaled that a storm was imminent.

暗い雲は嵐が迫っていることを示していた。

B2 noun /ˈtoʊ.kən/

token

記号 / トークン

Meaning

A symbol or object that represents something, often given as a sign of appreciation or as a substitute for money.

Example

She gave him a small gift as a token of gratitude.

彼女は感謝のしるしとして、小さな贈り物を彼に渡しました。

B2 verb /pɪntʃ/

pinch

つまむ

Meaning

to squeeze tightly between the fingers; to take a small amount

Example

She pinched a bit of salt into the soup.

彼女はスープに少し塩を加えました。

B2 noun /ˈkruː.əl.ti/

Cruelty

残酷; 非人道的な扱い; 苦痛を引き起こす行動

Meaning

behavior that causes pain or suffering to others; the quality of being cruel

Example

The documentary exposed the cruelty of factory farming to animals.

ドキュメンタリーは、工場式農業が動物に対して行う残酷さを暴露した。

B2 adjective /ˈfɔːrtʃənət/

fortunate

幸運な

Meaning

Having good luck or receiving something desirable by chance.

Example

She was fortunate to escape the accident without injuries.

彼女は事故で怪我をすることなく逃げることができて幸運だった。

B2 noun /spaɪs/

spice

スパイス

Meaning

a substance used to add flavor to food

Example

She added a pinch of spice to the curry for extra flavor.

彼女はカレーに風味を加えるためにスパイスを一つまみ加えました。

B2 noun /brest/

Breast

胸

Meaning

the front surface of a person's or animal's body between the neck and the stomach

Example

The baby fell asleep on her mother's breast.

赤ちゃんは母親の胸で寝ました。

B2 noun /rɪˈmaɪndər/

reminder

リマインダー

Meaning

something that helps you remember a fact, event, or action that you need to do or recall

Example

He set a reminder to call his mother on her birthday.

彼は母親の誕生日に電話するためにリマインダーを設定しました。

B2 noun /ˈpɛzənt/

peasant

農民

Meaning

a poor farmer or agricultural laborer who owns or rents a small piece of land for cultivation

Example

The peasant worked hard in the fields from dawn to dusk.

その農民は夜明けから日暮れまで畑で一生懸命働いていました。

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 noun, adjective /hjuːˌmænɪˈtɛəriən/

humanitarian

人道主義者

Meaning

A person who seeks to promote human welfare, or something relating to human welfare and compassion.

Example

The organization provides humanitarian aid to disaster victims.

その組織は災害の被害者に人道的支援を提供します。

B2 noun /ˈwɪzdəm/

Wisdom

知恵; 賢さ; 判断力

Meaning

the quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgment; the soundness of an action or decision

Example

Age brings wisdom and experience.

年齢は知恵と経験をもたらす。

B2 noun /fɪst/

Fist

こぶし; 拳

Meaning

a person's hand when the fingers are bent in toward the palm and held there tightly

Example

He raised his fist in victory after winning the championship match.

彼はチャンピオンシップマッチで勝利した後、拳を上げた。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/

intensive

集中的

Meaning

Involving a lot of effort, energy, or concentration in a short period of time.

Example

She attended an intensive English course before moving abroad.

彼女は海外に引っ越す前に、集中的な英語コースを受講しました。

B2 noun /ˈθɪk.nəs/

thickness

厚さ

Meaning

The measure of how thick or dense something is

Example

The thickness of the book made it hard to carry.

その本の厚さのため、持ち運びが大変だった。

B2 noun /vɪˈsɪn.ə.ti/

Vicinity

近隣; 周辺

Meaning

the area near or surrounding a particular place; neighborhood

Example

There are many shops in the vicinity of the school.

学校の近くにたくさんの店があります。

B2 noun ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənts

antioxidants

抗酸化物質

Meaning

A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage.

Example

Fruits and vegetables are rich in antioxidants.

果物や野菜には抗酸化物質が豊富に含まれています。

B2 noun /ˈruːdnəs/

Rudeness

無礼

Meaning

the quality of being impolite, discourteous, or offensive in behavior or speech

Example

His rudeness shocked everyone at the dinner party.

彼の無礼さはディナーパーティーで皆を驚かせました。

B2 adverb /əˈlɛdʒɪdli/

allegedly

伝えられたところによると

Meaning

used to say that something is claimed to be true, though not proven

Example

He was allegedly involved in the robbery.

彼は伝えられたところによると強盗に関与していた。

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 verb /dɪˈtekt/

detect

検出する

Meaning

to discover or identify the presence or existence of something; to notice something that is not immediately obvious

Example

The security system can detect movement in the building.

セキュリティシステムは建物内の動きを検出できます。

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 /ˈtrʌblsəm/

Troublesome

面倒な; 問題のある

Meaning

causing difficulty or annoyance; problematic

Example

The troublesome student disrupted the class again.

その面倒な学生はまたクラスを中断しました。

B2 adjective /ˈstʌf.i/

Stuffy

新鮮な空気が不足している; 通気性が悪い; 形式的で保守的な態度

Meaning

lacking fresh air; poorly ventilated; formal and conservative in attitude

Example

The room was stuffy and needed fresh air.

部屋はこもっていて、新鮮な空気が必要でした。

B2 adjective /ˈkrɛd.ɪ.bəl/

credible

信頼できる

Meaning

able to be believed; convincing

Example

Her explanation was credible enough to convince the committee.

彼女の説明は委員会を納得させるのに十分信頼できるものでした。

B2 noun ˌprez.əˈveɪ.ʃən

preservation

保存

Meaning

The action of maintaining something in its original or existing state; protection from harm or damage.

Example

Proper preservation extends the lifespan of machinery.

適切な保存は機械の寿命を延ばします。

B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.nər/

liner

Meaning

A large ship used for transporting people or goods regularly, or a material used as a lining inside something.

Example

The luxury liner docked at the port yesterday.

B2 adjective /rɪˈlʌktənt/

Reluctant

消極的な; ためらう; 何かをすることに抵抗がある;

Meaning

unwilling; hesitant; disinclined to do something;

Example

She was reluctant to share her personal information.

彼女は個人情報を共有することに消極的でした。

B2 verb /ˈdɪkteɪt/

dictate

口述する

Meaning

to say words aloud for someone to write down; to give orders

Example

The boss dictates letters to his secretary.

ボスは秘書に手紙を口述します。

B2 adverb /hɛns/

hence

それゆえ

Meaning

for this reason; as a result

Example

She was the best candidate, hence she was chosen for the job.

彼女は最良の候補者であったため、仕事のために選ばれました。

B2 noun /ˈɡɑːr.di.ən/

Guardian

守護者; 後見人

Meaning

a defender, protector, or keeper; a person legally responsible for the care of someone unable to manage their own affairs

Example

After her parents died, her uncle became her legal guardian and took care of her.

両親が亡くなった後、彼女の叔父は彼女の法的な後見人となり、彼女の世話をしました。

B2 noun /ɪmˈbærəsmənt/

embarrassment

恥ずかしさ

Meaning

a feeling of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness

Example

Her face turned red with embarrassment after the mistake.

彼女は間違いを犯した後、恥ずかしさで顔が赤くなった。

B2 noun /ˈɛntəti/

entity

実体

Meaning

something that exists as a single and complete unit; an organization or being

Example

The new company will operate as a separate legal entity.

新しい会社は別個の法的実体として運営されます。

B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈteɪk/

undertake

引き受ける

Meaning

to commit to and begin a task or project; to take on responsibility

Example

She decided to undertake a challenging project.

彼女は挑戦的なプロジェクトを始めることに決めました。

B2 noun ˈlɒŋ tɜːm ˈmɛm.ər.i

Long-term memory

長期記憶

Meaning

Such memory that remains stored in the brain for a long time

Example

Repeated practice helps transfer information into long-term memory.

繰り返しの練習が情報を長期記憶に転送するのを助けます。

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 adverb /ˈmen.tə.li/

Mentally

精神的に

Meaning

relating to the mind; in terms of mental processes

Example

She was mentally preparing herself for the exam.

彼女は試験のために精神的に準備していた。

B2 noun ˈænsɛstərz

Ancestors

先祖

Meaning

A person from whom one is descended; a forefather.

Example

The family tree shows the names of all ancestors.

家族の木はすべての先祖の名前を示しています。

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 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 /məˈkænɪkəl/

mechanical

幸せ

Meaning

relating to machines or the way they work

Example

She has a good understanding of mechanical systems.

彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、自分の幸せを隠すことができませんでした。

B2 noun /ədˈmɪnɪstreɪtər/

administrator

Meaning

a person responsible for running or managing an organization or system

Example

The school administrator implemented new policies for students.

B2 verb /suːð/

soothe

落ち着かせる

Meaning

to calm or comfort; to relieve pain or distress

Example

The mother soothed her crying baby with a gentle lullaby.

お母さんは優しい子守唄で泣いている赤ちゃんを静めました。

B2 noun /ˈrɛzərvwɑːr/

reservoir

貯水池

Meaning

A large natural or artificial lake used as a source of water supply.

Example

The city built a new reservoir to ensure enough drinking water for its residents.

その都市は住民に十分な飲料水を確保するために新しい貯水池を建設した。

B2 verb /ˈfrʌsˌtreɪt/

frustrate

フラストレートする

Meaning

to prevent from accomplishing; to make someone feel annoyed

Example

The traffic jam frustrated all the commuters.

渋滞はすべての通勤者をフラストレートさせました。

B2 adjective /ˌæbsənt ˈmaɪndɪd/

absent-minded

うっかり者

Meaning

often forgetting things or not paying attention

Example

He is so absent-minded that he often forgets his keys.

彼はとてもうっかりしていて、よく鍵を忘れます。

B2 noun /piːk/

Peak

頂上

Meaning

the highest point of a mountain or hill; the maximum level or intensity

Example

The climbers reached the peak of Mount Everest.

登山者たちはエベレスト山の頂上に到達した。

B2 verb /ˈsɪmpəθaɪz/

sympathize

同情する

Meaning

to feel sorry for someone; to understand and share someone's feelings

Example

I sympathize with your loss.

あなたの損失に同情します。

B2 adjective /ˈvɜːrtɪkl/

vertical

垂直

Meaning

Standing or pointing straight up; perpendicular to the ground.

Example

The skyscraper has a perfectly vertical design.

その超高層ビルは完璧な垂直デザインを持っています。

B2 adjective /ʌnəˈfreɪd/

unafraid

恐れない

Meaning

Not feeling fear; brave or courageous

Example

She walked into the dark room, unafraid of what might be inside.

彼女は暗い部屋に入り、恐れないで何があるかを見た。

B2 noun /ˈkæp.ʃən/

caption

キャプション

Meaning

a brief explanation or description accompanying an illustration or photograph

Example

The caption under the photo explained who the people were.

写真の下のキャプションは、誰がその人々であるかを説明しました。

B2 noun /hiːl/

Heel

かかと

Meaning

the back part of the human foot below the ankle

Example

She wore shoes with high heels to the party.

彼女はパーティーに高いヒールの靴を履いていた。

B2 noun /ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən/

Separation

分離; 分割; 切断

Meaning

the action or state of moving or being moved apart; the division of something into constituent or distinct elements

Example

The separation of the two countries was peaceful.

二国間の分離は平和的でした。

B2 noun ədˈvɜː.sɪ.ti

adversity

逆境

Meaning

Difficulties; misfortune; a difficult or unpleasant situation.

Example

He remained strong in the face of adversity.

彼は逆境に直面しても強さを保った。

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 adjective /ˌʌndɪˈzaɪərəbl/

Undesirable

望ましくない; 有害な; 不快な

Meaning

not wanted or wished for; harmful or unpleasant

Example

The new policy had several undesirable consequences.

新しい政策は幾つか望ましくない結果を招いた。

B2 noun /ˈɔr.fən.ɪʒ/

Orphanage

孤児院

Meaning

an institution for the care and education of children who have lost their parents

Example

The charity built a new orphanage for homeless children.

チャリティーはホームレスの子供たちのために新しい孤児院を建てました。

B2 adjective /əˈtɒm.ɪk/

Atomic

原子

Meaning

relating to atoms or atomic energy; extremely small

Example

The atomic structure of hydrogen is the simplest.

水素の原子構造は最も単純です。

B2 noun /ˈrɪdəl/

Riddle

謎

Meaning

a question or statement intentionally phrased so as to require ingenuity in ascertaining its answer or meaning; a puzzle

Example

The ancient riddle stumped all the scholars for years.

その古代の謎は何年もの間、すべての学者を困らせました。

B2 verb /pəˈluːt/

pollute

汚染する

Meaning

to make air, water, or land dirty and harmful to people, animals, and plants

Example

Factories pollute the environment with toxic chemicals.

工場は有害な化学物質で環境を汚染します。

B2 verb /ˈskrɪbəl/

scribble

落書きする

Meaning

to write or draw carelessly or quickly

Example

The child scribbled all over the wall.

子供は壁に落書きをした。

B2 verb /rɪˈfreʃ/

refresh

リフレッシュする

Meaning

to make fresh again; to restore energy

Example

A cold drink refreshes me on hot days.

暑い日には冷たい飲み物が私をリフレッシュさせます。

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 /ˈtɛlɪŋ/

telling

重要な示唆

Meaning

Revealing something significant or giving important information.

Example

Her silence was more telling than words.

彼女の沈黙は言葉よりも重要だった。

B2 noun /ˌɒb.zəˈveɪ.ʃənz/

observations

観察

Meaning

The action or process of observing something carefully.

Example

Observations of distant galaxies provide new insights.

遠くの銀河の観察は新たな洞察を提供します。

B2 noun ˌɪr.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən

irrigation

灌漑

Meaning

The artificial application of water to land or soil.

Example

Irrigation systems improve crop yields in dry regions.

灌漑システムは乾燥した地域で作物の収穫量を増加させます。

B2 adjective /prɪˈdɪktəbəl/

predictable

予測可能

Meaning

able to be predicted or foreseen

Example

His reactions were predictable based on his past behavior.

彼の反応は過去の行動に基づいて予測可能でした。

B2 adjective /self səˈfɪʃənt/

Self-sufficient

自給自足

Meaning

able to provide for oneself without depending on others

Example

The farm is completely self-sufficient in producing vegetables.

その農場は野菜の生産に完全に自給自足です。

B2 verb səˈpres

suppress

抑制する

Meaning

To forcibly put an end to; to restrain or subdue.

Example

Authorities must suppress criminal activities in campuses.

当局はキャンパス内の犯罪行為を抑制しなければならない。

B2 adjective dʒəˈnet.ɪk

genetic

遺伝的な

Meaning

Relating to genes or heredity; concerning the transmission of inherited characteristics.

Example

Genetic traits influence physical characteristics.

遺伝的特徴は身体的特徴に影響を与えます。

B2 noun /ˈrem.ə.di/

Remedy

薬; 治療; 問題解決の手段

Meaning

a medicine or treatment for a disease; a solution to a problem

Example

This herbal remedy helps with headaches.

このハーブの薬は頭痛に効く。

B2 noun /ˈsmɑːrt.nəs/

Smartness

知恵；賢さ；整然としたモダンな外観

Meaning

intelligence; cleverness; neat and fashionable appearance

Example

Her smartness in solving problems impressed everyone.

問題解決の際の彼女の知恵は、皆に感銘を与えました。

B2 adjective /ˈslɪp.ər.i/

Slippery

滑りやすい

Meaning

smooth and difficult to hold; causing sliding or slipping

Example

The wet floor was very slippery after cleaning.

清掃後、濡れた床はとても滑りやすかった。

B2 noun /ˈleɪ.zi.nəs/

Laziness

怠惰

Meaning

the quality of being unwilling to work or use energy; idleness

Example

His laziness prevented him from achieving his goals.

彼の怠惰さが彼の目標達成を妨げた。