Vocabulary Cards
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C1 noun
Sword fish
メカジキ
Meaning
A large marine fish with an elongated bill resembling a sword
Example
The swordfish can swim at speeds up to 60 mph.
C2 noun
sybarite
贅沢主義者
Meaning
a person who loves luxury and pleasure
Example
The millionaire was a true sybarite who lived only for comfort and enjoyment.
C2 noun
sycophant
お世辞使い
Meaning
A person who acts obsequiously toward someone important in order to gain advantage.
Example
The manager was surrounded by sycophants who agreed with everything he said.
C2 adjective
sycophantic
お世辞
Meaning
Behaving in a way that is excessively obedient or servile to gain favor.
Example
His sycophantic behavior annoyed his colleagues.
C2 adjective
syllabic
音節の
Meaning
Relating to or based on syllables.
Example
The teacher explained the syllabic structure of the word.
C2 noun
syllabication
音節分け
Meaning
The division of words into syllables.
Example
Proper syllabication helps in correct pronunciation.
C1 noun
syllable
音節
Meaning
A unit of pronunciation having one vowel sound, with or without surrounding consonants, forming the whole or part of a word.
Example
The word 'computer' has three syllables.
B2 noun
syllabus
シラバス
Meaning
An outline or summary of topics to be covered in a course of study.
Example
The professor handed out the syllabus on the first day of class.
C2 noun
syllogism
三段論法
Meaning
A form of reasoning in which a conclusion is drawn from two given or assumed premises.
Example
The philosopher explained the concept of syllogism using simple examples.
C2 noun
sylph
シルフィード
Meaning
A mythical spirit of the air; also refers to a slender, graceful woman.
Example
She moved across the stage like a sylph, light and graceful.
C2 adjective
sylvan
森林の
Meaning
Relating to or characteristic of the woods or forest.
Example
The cottage was set in a sylvan landscape full of tall trees.
C1 noun
symbiosis
共生関係
Meaning
A mutually beneficial relationship between different people or groups.
Example
The symbiosis between the two companies led to mutual growth.
C1 adjective
symbiotic
共生的な
Meaning
Involving interaction between two different organisms living in close physical association.
Example
The relationship between the bee and the flower is symbiotic.
B2 noun
Symbol
シンボル
Meaning
a mark or character used as a conventional representation of an object, function, or process
Example
The dove is a symbol of peace.
B2 adjective
symbolic
象徴的
Meaning
serving as a symbol or representing something else
Example
The dove is symbolic of peace and freedom.
C1 noun
symbolism
象徴主義
Meaning
The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.
Example
The use of symbolism in the novel is masterful.
B2 verb
symbolize
象徴する
Meaning
to represent or stand for something else
Example
The dove symbolizes peace across cultures.
C1 adjective
symmetrical
対称的
Meaning
having parts on either side that match or are the same in shape, size, or arrangement
Example
The artist designed a symmetrical pattern on the floor.
C1 noun
symmetry
対称
Meaning
the quality of having balanced proportions or identical parts facing each other
Example
The building’s symmetry impressed the visitors.
B2 adjective
Sympathetic
思いやりのある; 理解力のある; 敏感な;
Meaning
showing compassion or understanding for someone's feelings or situation
Example
She was very sympathetic when I told her about my problems.
B2 verb
sympathize
同情する
Meaning
to feel sorry for someone; to understand and share someone's feelings
Example
I sympathize with your loss.
B2 noun
Sympathy
同情
Meaning
feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune
Example
She expressed her sympathy for the victims of the accident.
C1 adjective
symphonic
交響曲の
Meaning
relating to or having the character of a symphony or symphony orchestra
Example
The concert featured a symphonic masterpiece.
C2 adjective
symphonious
Meaning
Harmonious; producing a pleasant sound or agreement of sound.
Example
The choir's voices were symphonious and filled the hall with beauty.