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adverb B2
/ˈfɜ:rst hænd/
直接; 原始の源から (chokusetsu; genshi no minamoto kara)

directly experienced or obtained; from the original source

"I experienced the earthquake first-hand."

"私は地震を直接体験しました。" (Watashi wa jishin o chokusetsu taiken shimashita.)
Fist definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/fɪst/
こぶし (kobushi)

a hand with the fingers clenched tightly into the palm

"He punched the wall with his fist in anger."

"彼は怒って壁を拳で殴った。" (Kare wa okotte kabe wo kobushi de nagutta.)
fixed income definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
fɪkst ˈɪnkʌm
固定収入 (kotei shūnyū)

Investment that provides a return in the form of fixed periodic payments.

"Fixed income investments provide reliable returns."

"固定収入の投資は信頼性の高いリターンを提供します。" (Kotei shūnyū no tōshi wa shinraisei no takai ritān o teikyō shimasu.)
fixture definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈfɪks.tʃər/
固定物、設置された設備 (kotei-mono, setchi sareta setsubi)

a permanent or fixed object, often in a house or building

"The bathroom fixture was installed yesterday."

"バスルームの設備は昨日設置されました。" (Basurūmu no setsubi wa kinou setchi saremashita.)
Flame definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/fleɪm/
(honoo)

A hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by something on fire.

"The flame from the candle lit up the dark room."

"ろうそくの炎が暗い部屋を照らしました。" (Rōsoku no honō ga kurai heya o terashimashita.)
flashcards definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˈflæʃkɑːrdz
フラッシュカード (furasshu kādo)

Cards containing small amounts of information, held up for students to see, as an aid to learning.

"Flashcards help in quick memorization."

"フラッシュカードは迅速な記憶に役立ちます。" (Furasshu kādo wa jinsoku na kioku ni yakudachimasu.)
verb B2
/ˈflætər/
過度または不誠実にお世辞を言って、恩恵を得る (kadō matawa fuseijitsu ni oseji o itte, onkei o eru)

to praise excessively or insincerely to gain favor

"He tried to flatter his boss to get a promotion."

"彼は昇進を得るために上司をお世辞で持ち上げようとした。" (Kare wa shōshin o eru tame ni jōshi o oseji de mochiageyō to shita.)
flavor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈfleɪvər/
(aji)

The distinctive taste of a food or drink.

"This ice cream has a delicious mango flavor."

"このアイスクリームはおいしいマンゴーのフレーバーがあります。" (Kono aisukurīmu wa oishī mangō no furebā ga arimasu.)
Flavour definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈfleɪ.vər/
風味 (fūmi)

the distinctive taste of a food or drink; a particular quality or atmosphere

"The soup had a rich flavour of herbs and spices from the garden."

"スープには庭からのハーブとスパイスの豊かな風味がありました。" (Sūpu ni wa niwa kara no hābu to supaisu no yutaka na fūmi ga arimashita.)
flaw definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/flɔː/
欠陥 (kekkan)

a defect or imperfection in something

"The diamond had a small flaw that was barely visible."

"ダイヤモンドにはほとんど見えない小さな欠陥がありました。" (Daiyamondo ni wa hotondo mienai chīsana kekkan ga arimashita.)
flawed definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/flɔːd/
欠陥のある (kenkan no aru)

having a mistake or fault that reduces its value or quality

"The flawed design of the car led to a recall."

"車の欠陥のあるデザインがリコールを引き起こした。" (Kuruma no kenkan no aru dezain ga rikōru o hikiokoshita.)
adjective B2
/ˈflɔː.ləs/
完璧な; 欠陥なし (flawless)

perfect; without any defects or faults; immaculate

"Her flawless performance earned her a standing ovation."

"彼女の完璧なパフォーマンスは、スタンディングオベーションを得た。" (Kanojo no kanpeki na pafōmansu wa, sutandingu obēshon o eta.)
flee definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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flee (フリー)

verb B2
/fliː/
逃げる (nigeru)

To run away from danger or a threatening situation.

"The villagers had to flee during the flood."

"村人たちは洪水の間に逃げなければなりませんでした。" (Murabito-tachi wa kōzui no aida ni nige nakereba narimasen deshita.)
fleet definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/fliːt/
艦隊 (kantai)

a group of ships, vehicles, or aircraft operating together under one command

"The navy deployed its entire fleet for the exercise."

"海軍は演習のためにその全艦隊を展開した。" (Kaigun wa enshū no tame ni sono zen kantai o tenkai shita.)
Flesh definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/flɛʃ/
(niku)

the soft substance consisting of muscle and fat that is found between the skin and bones of animals or humans

"The wound cut deep into the flesh of his arm."

"傷は彼の腕の肉に深く切り込んでいた。" (Kizu wa kare no ude no niku ni fukaku kirikonde ita.)
flexibility definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌflɛksəˈbɪləti/
柔軟性 (jūnansē)

the ability to bend easily without breaking or to adapt to new situations

"Flexibility is essential for success in a changing work environment."

"変化する職場環境で成功するためには柔軟性が不可欠です。" (henka suru shokuba kankyō de seikō suru tame ni wa jūnansē ga fukaketsu desu.)
flick definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/flɪk/
素早く叩く (subayaku tataku)

to move or cause to move with a sudden quick motion

"He flicked the switch to turn on the light."

"彼はライトをつけるためにスイッチをフリックしました。" (Kare wa raito o tsukeru tame ni suicchi o furi-kku shimashita.)
flip definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/flɪp/
ひっくり返す (hikkurikaesu)

to turn over quickly or suddenly; to toss lightly

"She flipped the pancake in the pan."

"彼女はパンケーキをフライパンでひっくり返した。" (Kanojo wa pancake o furaipan de hikkurikaeshita.)
flirt definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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flirt

verb B2
/flɜːrt/

to behave as if you are attracted to someone, but not in a serious way

"She often flirts with her colleagues at work."

floating definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective, verb (present participle) B2
/ˈfloʊtɪŋ/
浮かんでいる (ukande iru)

remaining on the surface of a liquid without sinking; moving lightly or freely

"The boat was floating gently on the calm lake."

"ボートは穏やかな湖の上で優しく浮かんでいた。" (Bo-to wa odayaka na mizuumi no ue de yasashiku ukande ita.)
flock definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb B2
/flɑːk/
群れ (mure)

a group of birds or animals; to gather or move in a crowd

"Tourists flocked to the beach during summer."

"観光客は夏にビーチに集まりました。" (Kankoukyaku wa natsu ni biichi ni atsumarimashita.)
floral definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈflɔːrəl/
花のような (hana no yōna)

Relating to flowers or decorated with flowers.

"She wore a beautiful floral dress to the party."

"彼女はパーティーに美しい花のようなドレスを着ていった。" (Kanojo wa pātii ni utsukushī hana no yōna doresu o kite itta.)
florist definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈflɒrɪst/
花屋 (hanaya)

A person who sells and arranges flowers.

"We bought a bouquet from the local florist."

"私たちは地元の花屋から花束を買いました。" (Watashitachi wa jimoto no hanaya kara hanataba o kaimashita.)
flourish definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˈflʌrɪʃ/

To grow or develop in a healthy or successful way.

"Her business began to flourish after she introduced online sales."

fluency definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈfluːənsi/
流暢さ (ryūchō-sa)

The ability to speak, write, or perform smoothly and easily.

"Her fluency in English impressed the interviewers."

"彼女の英語の流暢さは面接官を感動させました。" (Kanojo no eigo no ryūchō-sa wa mensetsu-kan o kandō sasenmashita.)
adverb B2
/ˈflu:əntli/
流暢に; スムーズに (ryūchō ni; sumūzu ni)

in a smooth, effortless, and articulate manner; with ease and skill

"She speaks French fluently."

"彼女はフランス語を流暢に話す。" (Kanojo wa furansugo o ryūchō ni hanasu.)
adjective B2
/ˈflʌfi/
幸せ (shiawase)

soft, light, and airy in texture

"She baked a fluffy cake for the party."

"彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠すことができませんでした。" (Kanojo wa shō o uketotta toki, shiawase o kakusu koto ga dekimasen deshita.)
fluid definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/adjective B2
/ˈfluːɪd/
流体 (ryūtai)

a substance that can flow easily, such as liquid or gas; smooth and adaptable

"The artist's fluid movements impressed the audience."

"アーティストの流れるような動きは観客を感動させました。" (Ātisuto no nagareru yō na ugoki wa kankyaku o kandō sasemashita.)
verb, noun, adjective B2
/flʌʃ/
顔を赤くする / 水で洗浄する (kao o akaku suru / mizu de senjō suru)

to become red in the face, usually from embarrassment, heat, or excitement; to clean something with a flow of water

"She flushed with embarrassment when she realized her mistake."

"彼女は自分のミスに気づいたとき、恥ずかしさで顔が赤くなった。" (Kanojo wa jibun no misu ni kidzuita toki, hazukashisa de kao ga akakunatta.)
Flute definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/fluːt/
フルート (furuto)

a musical instrument played by blowing across a hole at one end

"He played a beautiful tune on the flute."

"彼はフルートで美しいメロディーを演奏した。" (Kare wa furuto de utsukushii merodii o ensou shita.)
flying cars definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˈflaɪ.ɪŋ kɑːrz
空飛ぶ車 (sora tobu kuruma)

Vehicles that can travel both on roads and in the air.

"Flying cars could soon solve urban traffic congestion."

"空飛ぶ車はすぐに都市の交通渋滞の問題を解決できるでしょう。" (Sora tobu kuruma wa sugu ni toshi no koutsuu juutai no mondai wo kaiketsu dekiru deshou.)
Foam definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/foʊm/
(awa)

a mass of small bubbles formed on or in liquid; frothy white mass

"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。" (Nami ga iwa ni butsukari, hamabe ni shiroi awa wo tsukutta.)
verb B2
/fɔɪl/
阻止する (soshi suru)

To prevent something (especially a plan) from succeeding.

"The police foiled the robbery attempt."

"警察は強盗未遂を阻止した。" (Keisatsu wa gōtō misui wo soshi shita.)
footage definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈfʊtɪdʒ/
ビデオ録画 (bideo rokuga)

a recorded film or video, especially one that is used for news or documentaries

"The footage of the protest was shown on television all day."

"抗議の映像は一日中テレビで放送されました。" (Kōgi no ēzō wa ichinichijū terebi de hōsō saremashita.)
adjective B2
/fəˈbɪd.ən/
禁止された; 違法な (kinshi sareta; ihō na)

not allowed; prohibited; banned

"Smoking is strictly forbidden in this building."

"この建物では喫煙が厳しく禁止されています。" (Kono tatemono dewa kitsuen ga kibishiku kinshi sareteimasu.)
Forecast definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Forecast

noun/verb B2
/ˈfɔːrkæst/

To predict future events, especially weather or economic trends.

"The weather office forecast heavy rain for tomorrow."

Forehead definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈfɔːrˌhɛd/ or /ˈfɔːrɪd/
(atama)

The part of the face above the eyebrows.

"She wiped the sweat from her forehead."

"彼女は額から汗を拭いました。" (Kanojo wa atama kara ase o fukimashita.)
adjective B2
/ˈfɔːrmoʊst/
最も重要な (mottomo jūyō na)

most important; leading; first in rank or position

"She is one of the foremost experts in the field."

"彼女はこの分野の最も重要な専門家の一人です。" (Kanojo wa kono bunya no mottomo jūyō na senmonka no hitori desu.)
verb B2
/fɔːrˈsiː/
予見する (yokensuru)

To be aware of beforehand; to predict or expect.

"She could foresee the challenges ahead."

"彼女は前方の課題を予見することができました。" (Kanojo wa zenpou no kadai o yokensuru koto ga dekimashita.)
adjective B2
/fɔːrˈsiːəbl/
予測可能な (yosoku kanou na)

Able to be predicted or expected in advance

"The company is unlikely to make changes in the foreseeable future."

"その会社は予測可能な未来において変化を起こす可能性は低い。" (Sono kaisha wa yosoku kanou na mirai ni oite henka o okosu kanousei wa hikui.)
forge definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/fɔːrdʒ/
鍛造する、偽造する (tanzou suru, gizou suru)

to create or shape something, often with effort or skill; also to counterfeit or fake something

"The blacksmith forged a strong sword from the iron."

"鍛冶屋は鉄から強力な剣を鍛えました。" (Kajiya wa tetsu kara kyōryoku na ken wo tameshimashita.)
adjective B2
/fəˈɡɪv.ɪŋ/
許す (yurusu)

ready and willing to forgive; merciful; lenient

"She has a forgiving nature and rarely holds grudges."

"彼女は許す性格を持っており、ほとんど恨みを抱きません。" (Kanojo wa yurusu seikaku wo motte ori, hotondo urami wo dakimasen.)
formally definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ˈfɔːrməli/
正式に (seishiki ni)

in a formal or official manner; according to established rules or conventions

"The agreement was formally signed by both parties."

"その合意は両当事者によって正式に署名された。" (sono goui wa ryou toujisha ni yotte seishiki ni shomei sareta)
formation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/fɔːrˈmeɪʃən/
形成 (keisei)

the action of forming or process of being formed

"The formation of the new company took several months."

"新しい会社の形成には数ヶ月かかりました。" (Atarashī kaisha no keisei ni wa sū-kagetsu kakarimashita.)
Formerly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ˈfɔːrmərli/
以前 (izen)

In the past; previously.

"The city was formerly known as Constantinople."

"その都市は以前コンスタンティノープルとして知られていました。" (Sono toshi wa izen Konsutantinōpuru toshite shirarete imashita.)
formula definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈfɔːrmjələ/
公式 (koushiki)

a fixed method for doing something; a mathematical or chemical rule expressed in symbols

"The scientist discovered a new formula for the medicine."

"科学者は新しい薬の公式を発見しました。" (Kagakusha wa atarashī kusuri no kōshiki o hakken shimashita.)
formulate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˈfɔːmjʊleɪt/
策定する (sakutei suru)

to create or devise a plan, system, or method

"She had to formulate a new strategy for the project."

"彼女はプロジェクトのために新しい戦略を立てなければならなかった。" (Kanojo wa purojekuto no tame ni atarashī senryaku o tatenakereba naranakatta.)
Fort definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/fɔːrt/
(toride)

a strong building or group of buildings where soldiers live and defend

"The ancient fort stood on top of the hill for centuries."

"古代のフォートは何世代にもわたって丘の上に立っていました。" (Kodai no fōto wa nan sedai ni mo watatte oka no ue ni tatte imashita.)
forth definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/fɔːrθ/
前へ (mae e)

forward in place, time, or order

"The leader stepped forth to address the crowd."

"リーダーは群衆に向かって前に出ました。" (Rīdā wa gunshū ni mukatte mae ni demashita.)
forthcoming definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌfɔːrθˈkʌmɪŋ/
近づいている (chikadzuiteiru)

about to happen soon; willing to share information

"The company announced its forthcoming product launch."

"会社は近づいている製品の発売を発表しました。" (Kaisha wa chikadzuiteiru seihin no hatsubai o happyou shimashita.)