Celpip Flashcards
migrate
生物がその生息地を移動すること
The coyotes migrate to urban areas in search of sustenance.
compile
編集する
=put together
I’ve compiled a list of appartments to consider.
violator
違反者
The witness identified the violator.
The community held a rally to support victims of violators of sexual assault.
tacitly
暗に、黙示的に、暗黙に Adv.
She agreed tacitly to his proposal.
The new rules were announced tacitly by the manager.
object to 〜
〜に反対する、〜を嫌う
The teachers union will object to increased working hours for teachers.
I object to this nonsense.
a double-edged sword
いい面も悪い面もあること/諸刃の剣
I believe that social media is a double-edged sword. People use it to communicate with others easily, but at the same time, it can be used to spread false information.
parse
解析する プログラミングや言語学
Let’s parse this sentence together.
It’s important to parse program code correctly.
decipher
解読する
The enemy deciphered our secret code.
Scientists spent long hours of research trying to decipher the pictographs.
a person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or type
epitome
典型 N.
Her outfit was the epitome of elegance.
Ferrari is the epitome of luxury.
Once 〜
いったん〜すると、ひとたび〜すれば
Once you hesitate, you’ll miss your chance.
Once you feel a bit more comfortable, try small talk.
Once you have learned how to ride on a bicycle, you will never forget.
work-related
仕事関連の、仕事上の、
You could comment on something work-related, like, “That meeting earlier was interesting - what did you think of it?”
制約のない
open-ended
If the conversation flows naturally, ask her something open-ended to get to know her better.
For marketing survey, avoid asking open-ended questions. The answers to such questions can be difficult to analyze.
get accepted to 〜 (university)
〜に合格する (受け入れられる)
I got accepted to Yale!
I’m studying hard so I’ll get accepted to a university.
the place you’ve always wanted to be
ずっと行きたかった場所
You should seriously consider going that university if it’s the place you’ve always wanted to be.
Where is one place you’ve always wanted to be?
get something (casual)
gain something (formal)
〜を得る、〜を習得する
I got a teaching degree!
I gained a degree in teaching English.
I gained many skills from this job.
I gained a lot of experience from my last job.
A outweigh B V.
AはBよりも上回る/勝る
The pros outweigh the cons.
The risk outweighs the reward.
I am going for it because the pros outweighs the cons.
The opportunities, connections, and experiences you’ll gain there might outweigh the cost in the long run.
In the long run/in the short run
長期的に/短期的に
You will find it beneficial in the long run.
It won’t make any difference in the short run.
This may save money in the short run, but it will eventually cost you money.
prosecute V.
起訴する
The violators are prosecuted.
実行する
She decided to prosecute her plan to start a new business.
補償、報酬
(損害に対する補填、
または、労働に対する支払い、報酬)
払い戻し
(経費や費用や出張費など、ビジネスや医療費の返金で使われることが多い)
compensation
I request three free laser hair removal sessions as compensation.
reimbursement
Please submit the Expense Reimbursement Form.
You will receive a reimbursement for your hotel and flights, but not meals.
-前
-後
pre-
post-
I followed pre- and post-treatment instructions as required.
I always do some pre-workout stretching to avoid injuries.
The pre-production phase of the movie took several months.
The post-war economy recovered faster than expected.
We have to analyze the post-event feedback to improve next year’s conference.
不十分な、不足した Adj.
Insufficient
The documents you submitted were insufficient.
The project was scrapped after a few months due to insufficient funding.
⇆
Before you take exams, you have to study sufficiently.
〜に課税する
impose tariffs on 〜
Trump said the U.S. will impose tariffs on the Canada goods.
Canada imposes 25% tariffs in trade war with U.S.
擁護、支持 N.
advocacy
Advocacy is important in supporting the rights of marginalized groups.
The organization focuses on advocacy for environmental protection.
交渉、値切り、値切ること N.
交渉する、値切る V.
bargaining N.
bargain, haggle, negotiate V.
Bargaining requires special technique and skills.
After a lot of bargaining, we finally agreed upon a price.
He always tries haggle over even a small amount of money.
個人
individual
individuals
まず、初めに、
To begin with,
To begin with, I introduced some essential phrases, such as “Thank you,” “You’re welcome, “ and “Excuse me.” Next…
様々な Adj.
varying Adj.
varying levels of 〜
様々なレベルの
At first, the lessons were quite challenging because my students had varying levels of Japanese proficiency.
習熟、熟達 N.
proficiency
Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program
Proficiency in statistics is required for this position.
重大な、批評的 Adj.
critical
Nova Scotia wants to make it easier for companies to mine critical minerals.
He made a critical mistake.
Why are you always so critical of others?
スキルレベル
skill level(s)
After I restructured groups based on their skill levels, which significantly improved their engagement and confidence.
ー, which 非制限用法の関係代名詞
ー which 制限用法の関係代名詞
被制限用法 ,which は、前の文**全体を指す
I changed the lesson format, which helped students focus better.
She gave me detailed feedback, which was really helpful.
制限用法の whichは、特定の名詞を修飾し、,カンマをつけない
I read the book which you recommended.
正式にする、公式化する V.
formalize
We need to formalize our agreements with the new partners.
We should formalize our plan before presenting it in front of the board.
擁護、弁護 N.
advocacy
The organization focuses on advocacy for environmental protection.
Several environmental adovocacy groups have spoken out against the proposed law.
Martin Luther King Jr. was famous for his advocacy of non-violent protest.
信じられないほど Adv.
incredibly
Seeing the progress of my students was incredibly rewarding.
The cake was incredibly delicious!
He is an incredibly talented musician.
〜をはっきりと理解する
〜がはっきりとわかる
have a clear understanding of ~
Scientists now have a clear understanding of what causes climate change.
By the third class, I had a clearer understanding of their abilities, learning styles, and needs.
After reading his book, I had a much clearer understanding of the subject.
〜にお金を渡す
hand money to 〜
A men in a red shirt is handing money to the cashier, possibly buying tickets.
手前 後ろ
In the foreground/background
In the foreground, a young couple is walking together, holding popcorn.
In the background, a man in a blue uniform is standing near the entrance, checking tickets before letting people inside.
誤作動、不具合、機能不全 N.
機能しない、誤作動する V.
malfunction N.
There is a malfunction in the machine.
My main responsibility is resolving computer malfunctions and report the problems.
malfunction V.
The TV malfunctioned and wouldn’t turn on.
The printer malfunctioned and printed blank pages.
妥協 N.
compromise N.
You need to make a compromise.
Compromise is the key to a successful relationship whenever you disagree.
Being in a relationship is all about learning how to make compromises.
Compromise is an essential part of every happy marriage.
正当性がない、不当な Adj.
unjustified Adj.
Tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum would be entirely unjustified.
The committee ruled that his dismissal was unjustified. *dismissal 解雇
たまに、時々 Adv.
occasionally Adv.
They visited me occasionally.
He occasionally reads detective novels.
I occasionally have meetings after 3 PM for community event planning.
at times
She can be stubborn at times, but she has a good heart.
Life can be challenging at times, but we must stay positive.
At times, I feel overwhelmed by the amount of work I have to do.
増加させる
生産や能力を拡大すること
ramp up
The fear in this part of India is that the deportations will ramp up.
The company plans to ramp up production to meet the high demand.
We need to ramp up our efforts if we want to finish the project on time.
ホテル、レストラン等での顧客サービス
政府や企業民間人に何かしらを提供する制度
Customer service 不可算
Public services
幅広い、包括的な、 Adj.
Comprehensive Adj.
She mentioned that you offer a comprehensive entertainment package, which includes food and beverages.
I’m working on a comprehensive analysis of the service.
He is proud of his comprehensive collection of wines.
名詞の後にあるavailableの使い方
Before making a final decision, I would appreciate more details regarding you pricing, the food options available, and any packages that would be best suit our event.
The food options available
= the food options that are available
*available means “offered” or “provided” by the company
The rooms availble for booking are limited.
We need to check the options available before making a decision.
Please choose one of the seats available.
詳細
detail(s)
I would appreciate more details regarding your pricing, the food options available, and packages that would best suit our event.
If you want further details, please e-mail us.
Please see the details below.
貴重なお時間を割いていただき、ありがとうございます
Thank you for your time and assistance.
加速する/させる、促進する V,
Accelerate = speed up
Inflation started to accelerate.
Ferrari 488 can accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in just 3 seconds.
COVID-19 accelerated the shift to remote work in much of the world.
減速する、ゆっくり動く V.
decelerate
The driver had to decelerate as the traffic light turned red.
She decided to decelerate her thoughts before making a decision.
偽情報バブル
a disinformation bubble
Ukraine’s President says Donald Trump is trapped in a disinformation bubble, after US President claims Ukraine started the war with Russia.
先延ばしにする V.
procrastinate V.
I procrastinated to reply to her.
You have to study hard since you procrastinated to do your homework for one week.
〜を超える、〜を上回る
in excess of 〜
According to IRCC, current Express Entry processing times range from seven months to in excess of 20 months.
実現可能な adj.
うまくいきそうな
＊時間、コスト、リソースなどの条件を考慮に入れたうえでの可否を示し
feasible
Is this plan feasible?
It is feasible to finish the project within a month.
The plan for the new park is feasible given the budget and resources available.
総理大臣、首相、国や地域のリーダー N.
＊特にイギリスやカナダなどで用いられることが多いです。
Premier N.
The Premier announced new policy to improve the economy.
でっちあげる、捏造する V.
fabricate V.
I think he fabricated the story. He has a habit of doing that all the time.
I think she fabricated the story to make it interesting.
I think she just made that up.
南極大陸
北極大陸
Antarctica
Antarctica is a very cold continent, covered with ice. Scientists from many countries are doing a lot of research in Antarctica.
Arctic
The Arctic temperatures can be extremely cold.
North pole 地球の最北点
Santa Claus is said to live at the North Pole.
孤立主義者
孤立主義
isolationist
isolationism
= the president or the political principle 原理 or practice of showing interest only in your own country and not being involved in international activities.
Trump is aggressive and an isolationist.
依存している、頼っている Adj.
reliant / reliant on
She is completely reliant on her parents for financial support.
The company is too reliant on a single supplier for key materials.
His success in the business was reliant on forming strong relationships with customers.
財政・資金援助
financial aid
Are you still receiving financial aid from your parents?
Japan gave financial aid to Vietnam in 1986.
Why don’t you look into financial aid and scholarship programs to help pay for your education other expenses?
〜を調べてみる
look into 〜
I’ll look into it, thanks!
He is look into the cause of the disease.
very seriously
severely
Job opportunities are severely limited/restricted at the moment.
She is a severely unwell person. And the father and mother have been trying desperately for years to get her help that she needs.
Their daughter was severely injured in a car accident.
私は確信している
きっと〜だと思う
I’m sure
I’m sure you will like it.
I’m sure he will come.
I’m sure you will do great in the interview.
I’m sure you will succeed no matter where you go.
10年
decade
a period of ten years, especially a period such as 2010 to 2019
Air traffic has increased 30% in the last decade.
Environmental awareness has increased dramatically over the past decade.
Her acting career spanned almost six decades.
認める、認識する V.
Acknowledge
They refused to acknowledge the new government.
The most important thing is the federal government acknowledges that they are wrong.
世論調査、投票
poll N.
I conducted a poll to gather public opinion on the new policy.
The latest poll showed that most voters support the new policy.
担当者に確認をして、折り返します
I will contact/call/get back to you as soon as I check/follow up with the person/staff in charge.
N.
命令、指示
任務、委任、支持
義務、必須
V.
義務付ける
mandate 命令、指示
The new law mandates that companies reduce carbon emissions.
mandate 任務、委任、支持
The newly elected premier Doug Force has a strong mandate from the people.
The UN was given a mandate to oversee the peace process.
mandate 義務、必須
Vaccination is now a mandate for healthcare workers.
mandate V. 義務付ける
The company mandates regular safety training for employees.
壊滅的な、甚大な影響を与える Adj.
devastating
It’s devastating.
The hurricane was devastating for the small town.
The news of her diagnosis was devastating for her family.
The hurricane had a devastating impact on the coastal town.
自由な、型にはまらない Adj.
unconventional
They have an unconventional lifestyle.
Mary’s unconventional lifestyle is contributing to her good health.
They are trying to solve the problem in an unconventional way.
繁栄、豊かさ N.
prosperity
The country experienced great prosperity after the economic reforms were implemented.
The success of the business was due to the economic prosperity of the region.
火事/火を消す
to extinguish (a) fire
Make sure the campfire is completely extinguished before we leave.
Firefighters fought through the night to extinguish the blaze.
I was trying to extinguish my feelings for him.
絶滅した Adj.
extinct adj.
The dodo bird is extinct.
Many animals are at risk of going extinct due to habit loss.
A decision or opinion that the members of a group agree on.
Consensus N. 総意
The general consensus among economists is that unemployment will continue to fall throughout the year.
I don’t think we’ll ever reach a consensus on this issue. It’s just too controversial.
半島 N.
peninsula
A peninsula is an area of island surrounded by water on three sides.
I’m very excited to travel to the Noto peninsula during my trip to Japan.
報復、復讐、仕返し N.
retaliation
In retaliation for their attack, we have decided to impose economic sanctions on them from next month.
President Trump decided to impose new economic sanctions in retaliation.
具体的な、明確な adj.
concrete adj.
I have no concrete plans for the weekend.
Good essays need to support all assertions with concrete examples.
強化する、倍増する V.
redouble
I need to redouble my efforts to pass Celpip exam!
“Don’t give up,” Trudeau said. “This is the time to redouble your efforts. Canada remains the best country in the world.”
The team decided to redouble their efforts to win the championship this season.
免除 N.
exemption N.
Foreigners can get a tax exemption when spending money more than 5000 yen.
The White House announced a month exemption for companies covered under the Canada, US, Mexico.
徴収、課税 N.
(税金などを)課す、(罰金などを)科す
N. levy
The fear is that the levies would crush domestic manufacturing.
The recent levy on imported goods from the EU has caused a rise in grocery prices.
V. Levy
The government levies 10% of consumption tax on eat-in.
The government intends to levy taxes on Carbon emissions.
A person who has this personality can change the way they normally behave or deal with situations when it is helpful or necessary.
⇆stubborn
yielding (adj.) 柔軟な
She has a yielding personality.
In negotiations, he often takes a yielding approach to reach an agreement.
推測する、想定する(ある程度の自信がある)
I assume 〜
*I guess 〜はそんなに自信がないとき
I assume that they are talking about the movie they want to watch!
I assume you are coming to the party.
You can guess someone’s age by looking at their hands.
実施される、実行される、導入される
〜を実施する、導入する
⭐️be in place
Mask mandate remains in place
Travel restrictions are still in place.
（入国制限はまだ実施されている）
⭐️put［something］in place
Japan will put new restrictions in place.
Starting next month, our company will put a new rule in place.
The retreat isn’t enough. The provincial governments keep this retaliation in place until all tariffs are off the table.
(of an argument, theory, or policy) logical and consistent
coherent
一貫性のある、筋の通った adj.
＊考えや意見、文章が整然として理解しやすいとき
If someone is coherent, they express their thoughts in a clear and calm way, so that other people can understand what they are saying.
He’s so calm when he answers questions in interviews. I wish I could be that coherent.
The student’s arguments were not coherent and lacked structure.
Her argument was coherent and easy to follow.
The research paper was coherent in its presentation of idea.
〜に疑い深い Adj.
be skeptical of / about〜
You should be skeptical of anything you read on social media.
I’m pretty skeptical that the new government will be better than the last one.
Many analysts are skeptical about the company’s ability to succeed.
a feeling of being annoyed or angry
不快感、不満 N.
displeasure
My boss’s displeasure was evident after I made the mistake.
She expressed her displeasure at the service she received in the restaurant.
指名する、指定する V.
designate
He was designated as prime minister.
UNESCO designated Machu Picchu a World Heritage Site in 1983.
This area is designated as a national park.
the use of something in order to get an advantage from it
搾取、(利己的な)利用
The exploitation of natural resources has led to significant economic growth in the region.
Advocates are raising the alarm about a rising number of reported cases of child exploitation.
* advocates 擁護者
知らず知らずのうちに adv.
unknowingly
The problem isn’t you. The problem is the power you unknowingly give to other people.
後継者 N.
successor
Prime minister Justin Trudeau leaves his successor a blueprint for reforming the RCMP.
- 指名されたが未就任
この意味では、正式に選ばれたが、まだその役職に就いていない人を指します。この用法は、特定のポジションに対する事前の選任や、次期リーダー候補を示す際に使われます。例えば、次期大統領候補や次のマネージャーといった文脈でも見ることができます。
designate adj.
The designate president will take office next week.
How Mark Carney went from his upbringing in Alberta to central banker in tough economic times, and now leader of the Liberal Party of Canada and prime minister-designate.
就任する、政権を握る P V.
take office
Mark Carney will take office soon.
Since President Trump took office, his foreign policy toward other countries has been awful!
(音を)大きくする、増加させる、誇張する V.
amplify
The new marketing strategy aims to amplify sales this quarter.
He tends to amplify the details of his story to make it more exciting.
You can amplify the sound by increasing of the volume of the speaker.
dealing with problems or challenges V.
tackle V.
I am determined to tackle my fear of speaking out.
The government is working to tackle the issue of climate change.
I follow the 5-second rule every morning.
They are working on publishing a book with an 80-year-old author.
内閣、閣議 N.
cabinet
Francois Champagne seemingly confident he’s staying in cabinet.
The cabinet met to discuss the new policy.
He was appointed as a member of the cabinet.
責める、非難する、訴える V.
accuse
He accused me of theft.
The teacher accused me of cheating in the exam.
Elon Musk has been accused of market manipulation on several occasions because of his social media posts.
make practical and effective use of V.
utilize
You need to utilize your time more effectively.
Networking is crucial. Make sure to reach out to former colleagues, attend industry meetups, and utilize platforms like LinkedIn to connect with professionals in your field.
To make something sharper or to improve something V.
sharpen. V.
I hope this course will help me sharpen my computer skills.
You’d better sharpen up if you want to keep your job.
To be very noticeable
To be much better than other similar things or people
The black lettering really stands out on that orange background.
We had lots of applicants for this job, but one stood out from the rest.
Consider engaging in online courses or workshops to sharpen your skills and keep your knowledge updated. This can make you stand out.
Being in accordance with law or with established legal forms and requirements
legitimate
正当な、合法的な
A legitimate excuse for being late
Legitimate refugees should be treated with compassion.
結核 N.
tuberculosis
生計、生活手段 N.
livelihood
Cattle farmers have a risk of losing their livelihood.
Many fisherman depend on the ocean for their livelihood.
I earn my livelihood by teaching Japanese.
Many farmers lost their livelihood due to the drought.
根気強く Adj.
丁寧に Adj.
painstakingly 根気強く
She studied for the exam diligently painstakingly.
He worked painstakingly on his research, spending countless hours in the lab.
I have to study English painstakingly/diligently to pass the CELPIP exam. I’ll bet on myself. Persistence will pay off someday.
painstakingly 丁寧に
The artist painstakingly painted every stroke, ensuring the artwork was flawless.
あなたに強み/優位性を与える
give you an edge
A standout application can give you an edge.
Confidence is key in an interview! It gives you an edge!
魅力的に見せる V.
showcase
Make sure to set up a complete LinkedIn profile where you showcase your educational background and career accomplishments.
Shoora is showcasing her paintings this weekend.
清算する、事業を閉鎖する V.
liquidate V.
Hudson’s bay decided to liquidate their entire business.
Hudson’s bay liquidation of all stores could start as soon as Tuesday.
提出書類、申告 N.
filing
His tax filings show a $1.3 million loss in 2016.
I have to submit my tax filings by the end of March.
悩ませる、心配させる Adj.
troubling
I’m sorry for troubling you.
The news is very troubling.
The behavior of the child is troubling.
She had troubling memories of her childhood.
重要な、不可欠な adj.
pivotal
The meeting was pivotal in deciding the future of the project.
〜に応じて
besed on 〜
The tour should be customized based on the number of the participants whether a group or individuals.
尊厳、威厳 品位、気品 N.
dignity
human dignity
I want to die with dignity.
He has great dignity.
Dignity develops with age.
取り壊す、分解/解体する V.
dismentale
President Trump aims to dismantle the US Education Department.
The workers had to dismantle the old building to make room for the new project.
法律や政策が憲法に反すること、
違憲の、違憲的な adj.
Unconstitutional
The opposition party claimed that the government’s actions were unconstitutional.
The students posted against the university’s unconstitutional policies.
The law was deemed unconstitutional because it violated citizen’s rights.
生計を立てる
to make a living
I’m making a living to teach Japanese.
I’m working hard to make a living in Vancouver.
The people in this region used to make a living from forestly.
割り当てる、配分する V.
allocate
I think governments should allocate more funds for schools.
In my opinion / from my perspective, understanding cultural contexts is very important when learning new language.
今後しばらくの間
In the foreseeable future
I don’t think I’ll be traveling abroad in the foreseeable future due to my studies and the PR application process.
If you start investing now, you’ll be able to live comfortably in the foreseeable future.
In the foreseeable future, electronic cars will likely become the main mode of transportation.
From my point of view, we are in an IT bubble now. Artificial Intelligence will continue to evolve in the foreseeable future, making our lives more convenient.
- 責任がある、担当している adj.
*何かをする責任や義務がある、仕事やタスクを遂行する責任をもつイメージ - 説明責任がある、結果に対する責任がある
*何かの結果について説明する責任があるら行動や決定の結果に対して責任を問われるイメージ
- responsible
I am responsible for this project.
He is responsible for managing the company’s budget. - accountable
The project manager is accountable for the success or failure of the project and must report progress to upper management.
If anything goes wrong, I will be the one accountable for the decision we made during the meeting.
勢い、推進力 N.
momentum N.
Once you gain your momentum, it’ll get easier.
The climate movement seems to be gaining momentum globally.
干渉、妨害 N.
interference
As Canadians get ready to head to the polls, there are growing concerns about possible foreign interference.
Radio interference is responsible for the poor reception on their TV
密輸する V.
密輸 N.
smuggle V.
She was caught trying to smuggle 26 kilos of heroin out of/into the the country.
Smuggling N.
The murdered man is thought to have been involved in drug smuggling.
主権、統治権 N.
sovereignty
Many people in Canada want the issue of Quebec sovereignty to disappear, but it’s still front and center.
体現する、表現する、具現化する V.
embody
Mel Robbins felt humble knowing the le them theory is way bigger than you or me. It embodiesan important truth about life.
取り戻す V.
reclaim
You can stop giving your power to other people and forces outside of you, and you reclaim it for yourself.
甲殻類 N.
頭足類 N.
crustaceans
cephalopod
There are primarily fish, crustaceans and cephalopods in the diet of Emperor penguins
腹部 N.
abdomen
全く同じ Adj.
identical
The two paintings are almost identical.
The male and female of emperor penguins are identical.
同時に、同時発生的に
Multiple users can access the database concurrently.
The two meetings will be held concurrently in different locations.
型にはまった、従来の Adj.
型にはまらない adj.
conventional
unconventional
A conventional high school teacher implemented an unconventional idea.
優れている、際立つ Phv.
stand out
Your resume will stand out if your education and pevious job experience align with each company’s values!
働いて何かを済ませる、払う、解消するという意味です。例えば、借金を返済したり、溜まったストレスを解消したりする際に使う phv.
work off
We are working off a number of assumptions and developing contingency plans.
*assumption 予測
*contigency plan 不測の事態に対応するプラン
厄介な adj.
誰もがやりたがらないような、苦痛や不快を引き起こすような仕事や任務を指す
unenviable
unenviable task
He is in an unenviable situation.
Her job is unenviable.
The company faced an unenviable challenge.
Sending 100 or 200 resumes to companies is an unenviable task, but keep going. Patience pays off someday!
伝染しやすい adj.
contagious
Colds are contagious.
She caught a contagious yawn from her friend.
Laughter is contagious and can brighten up someone’s day.
悲惨な adj.
devastating
What’s devastating is that this is preventable.
The news of the accident was devastating for the family.
廃水サーベイランスは、廃水に含まれる病原体を検出、同定、特徴付ける方法です。この方法では、地域レベルでの感染拡大やその他の脅威を監視するためのデータが得られます。これらの脅威がどこにあるかを知ることで、コミュニティは公衆衛生への対応中にリソースをより適切に割り当てることができます。廃水からのゲノム情報を使用して、コミュニティに存在する病原体を判定し、コミュニティに存在する可能性のある株とバリアントの数を特定することができます。
wastewater surveillance
ストレスの要因、精神的な負担 N.
stressor
Financial issues can be a significant stressor in people’s lives.
His job was a major stressor in his life.
都会的な環境
urban setting
I can see a group of five young adults walking together in an urban settings.
含む、加える V.
include
I noticed on the day that participants did not include a list of ingredients for the dishes they bought to the potluck.
致命的な、死をもたらす adj.
fatal
The car accident was fatal.
He made a fatal error in judgment.
The disease turned out to be fatal.
悪化させる、苛立たせる V.
aggravate
例えば病気や問題が進行する様子や、他人の感情を刺激して不満を引き起こす場合に使われる。
Smoking can aggravate respiratory problems.
His criticism only served to aggravate the situation.
The heat can aggravate skin conditions such as eczema.
〜から生じる、〜から起こる
arise from 〜
Many disputes arise from misunderstanding.
A lot of problems arise from poor communication.
人が〜することを許可する、可能にする
allow 人 to do
He allowed me to use his computer.
This software allows you to create your own website.
Please allow me to introduce myself.
〜を養う、育む、耕す V.
cultivate
cultivate + noun
I am cultivating friendships with native English speakers in order to improve my conversational skills.
It’s important to cultivate good relationships with your colleagues.
I should cultivate good study habits.
I try to cultivate my communication skills everyday.
cultivate + mind 心を養う
Reading helps to cultivate the mind.
We should cultivate our minds by reading good books.
認める、承認する、感謝する
acknowledge
認める
We must acknowledge the contributions of our volunteers.
He acknowledged his mistakes.
感謝する
She acknowledged the support from her team.
Why is the party being organized?
→ To acknowledge an important date
現実的でない、非現実的な adj.
impractical
It is impractical to travel without money.
That plan is impractical and will not work.
反対者、競争相手
opponent N.
According to the report, opponent of uniforms state that their use is not always culturally sensitive.
*culturally sensitive 文化的な配慮
*culturally 文化的な
The traditions of this country are very rich culturally.
My friend was amazed by the culturally diverse groups in the city.
It is important to be aware of different culturally appropriate behaviors.
減少する、縮小する V.
dwindle V.
The population in Japan is dwindling rapidly.
The bad reputaion chewing gum earned for causing cavities and gum disease has also begun to dwindle.
お菓子、お菓子類 N.
confectionery
The confectionary at the festival included a wide variety of chocolates and candies.
She has a passion for the art of confectionery and hopes to open her own shop one day.
AもBも同様に、同じように
A and B alike
This book is popular among children and adults alike.
The functional chewing gum has become increasingly prescribed by dentists and doctors alike.
術後の adj.
postoperative
A post operative appointment is scheduled to monitor the patient’s recovery.
無害な adj.
危険な adj.
innocuous
hazardous
説明する V.
特に難しい概念やアイデアを詳細に説明する場合に使われることが多い
expound
During the meeting, she expounded her vision for the future of the project.
Can you expound on your thoughts about the new project?
合成の、人工の adj.
synthetic
Taking synthetic vitamins is not always as beneficial as getting them from natural sources.
There can be lifelong damage associated with regular intake of synthetic sugars.
取り返しのつかない、元に戻せない adj.
irreversible
Smoking can cause irreversible harm to the lungs.
Scientists say climate change has already caused irreversible damage to the Arctic.
慢性的な、長い期間続く Adj.
chronic
He suffers from chronic back painw
Her procrastination leads to chronic stress.
抑制する、歯止めをかける V.
curb
Chewing gum can curb some unhealthy dependence behaviors.
空前の、前例のない、前代未聞の adj.
unprecedented
The chewing gum has also gained unprecedented popularity, becoming a 20-billion-dollor industry in North America.
所有する V.
own
The professors owns 2 houses and 2 cars.
While some subscribers who do not own tablets or smartphones may disagree, I have two strong reasons to support my opinions.
排除する、取り除く、削減する V.
eliminate
Eliminating printed newspapers would help carbon emissions.
The new policy aims to eliminate waste.
We should eliminate junk food from our diet for better health.
If we want to succeed, we must eliminate distractions during work hours.
→I completely agree. A focused environment is key to productivity.
二酸化炭素排出量
carbon emissions
Eliminating printed newspapers would help reduce carbon emissions.
〜に貢献する Positive
〜の一因となる Negative
Contribute to 〜
Paper production contributes to deforestation and pollution, worsening global warming.
〜の状態にしておく
第5文型 leave O C (-ing、adj.)
Don’t leave me hanging.
Your leaving left me crazy.
I recognize that certain individuals are pushing for a shift toward media being exclusively online, but doing so would undoubtedly leaves some readers unpleasant.
〜から逃げる
get away from 〜
run away from 〜
We can’t get away from reality.
大部分において、概ね
For the most part,
For the most part, the project went well.
For the most part, the meeting was productive.
For the most part, the weather has been great during our vacation.
人の心を捉える/奪う V.
人の心を捉える/奪う、魅惑的な adj.
何かに心をつかまれてしまうような感覚
captivate. V.
Adele’s powerful voice captivated the audience the moment she began her first song.
captivating adj.
The book LET THEM THEORY by Mel Robbins was so captivating. Her theory really changed my mindset and my life.
Interstellar is a really captivating film directed by Christopher Nolan.
探求する V.
explore
Interstellar explores themes of love, time, and human survival, so it’s definitely more than a typical space movie.
息を呑むような adj.
breathtaking
The visuals of Interstellar are absolutely stunning! A lot of beautiful scenes of space and plants that are really breathtaking!
後で
afterwards
*laterは漠然とした「後」を表すのに対し、afterwardsは「何かの出来事の後」のニュアンスがある
We’ll grab dinner and go to Karaoke afterwards.
I cleaned up my house and afterwards I studied English.
Interstellar is a bit of emotional rollercoaster, so it might spark some interesting conversations afterwards.
人を惹きつける、興味をそそる、魅力的な adj.
engaging
The lesson that you gave was very engaging.
Even if you are not super into science, the story is easy to follow and very engaging.
熱心な、献身的な adj.
dedicated
You’re really dedicated!
All of your workers seem very dedicated to your company.
〜(place)に特有である、〜(place)にしかない
be unique to 〜(place)
One of the most memorable experiences was during that time was going horseback riding to learn about cowboy culture, which is very unique to that religion.
This type of festival is unique to Japan.
The cherry blossoms in this park are unique to this region.
The polar bear swim is unique to Vancouver.
〜に敏感である
be sensitive to N.
Babies are sensitive to touch.
They were much bigger than I expected and very sensitive to touch and movement.
I’m very sensitive to
にも関わらず
despite/In spite of
Despite being behind the schedule, she continued her speech.
Thank you for your time despite your busy schedule.
Despite these lengthy procedures, there is no in-depth check of the technical aspects of the project.
In spite of the cold weather, she didn’t wear the sweater.
Despite the fact that she was wearing a seat belt, she was thrown sharply forward.
〜だと感じる、思う V.
find V.
findには「見つける」だけでなく「〜だと感じる、思う」という意味もある
find + something (Noun) + adj.
find the experience exciting
その体験をワクワクするものだと感じた
Despite the difficulty, I found the experience really exciting and fun!
I found the movie really interesting.
She found the test difficult.
They found the people friendly.
I found the atmosphere vibrant and welcoming.
I found the atmosphere vibrant, full of energy, and excitement.
〜に自信がある
confident in Noun./ -ing
That experience helped me not only understand a new culture but also grow more confident in trying new things.
I’m slowly growing confident in expressing myself in English.
I’m still working on becoming more confident in expressing my opinions.
I sometimes hesitate because I’m not confident in expressing myself clearly.
振り返ってみると、
Looking back,
Looking back, it was a great opportunity that we became friends.
Looking back, I think I was very lucky to have moved to Canada during the COVID pandemic.
〜を誓う V.
pledge V.
The government has pledged to introduce far more stringent emissions laws.
During his re-election campaign, the mayor pledged to improve the city’s public transport system.
The EU pledged 140 million euros to fight Ebola in Western Africa.
不安 N.
angst
The U.S. President’s trade war is creating a lot of angst on this side of the border.
Her angsts about the future kept her up at night.
She felt a sense of angst about her future and the direction her life was taking.
前兆、予兆を知らせるもの、先触れ N.
harbinger
The dark clouds were a harbinger of the coming storm.
Some people see cherry blossoms as a harbinger of spring.
The sudden drop in stock prices may be a harbinger of economic trouble.
V.
(物事を)混乱させる
(活動やシステムを)中断させる、妨害する
(既存の仕組みを)壊して新しい形に変える
N.
混乱、妨害、崩壊
adj.
破壊的な、混乱を引き起こす
disrupt V.
The heavy rain disrupted train service.
The student disrupted the class by talking loudly.
disruption N.
There were a major disruption in the network.
disruptive Adj.
Disruptive students were sent out of the classroom.
よける、かわす、避ける V.
dodge V.
He dodged the ball.
She tried to dodge paying her taxes.
While Canada may have dodged an immediate economic catastrophe, there’s still damage from the existing measures.
*catastrophe 大惨事
〜に従事している、〜に携わっている
という状態を表す
ある活動やプロジェクトに現在関与している、またはその状態が続いていること
be engaged in 〜
She is engaged in research on renewable energy.
The team was engaged in a complex project.
〜のそばを歩いて通り過ぎる、通りかかる phv.
walk by
I walked by the bakery and smelled the fresh bread.
She walks by my house every morning on her way to work.
They walked by without noticing me.
Outside the window, I can see people walking by.
〜で満たされている、〜でいっぱいである
be filled with Noun
The glass is filled with water.
Her eyes were filled with tears.
The room was filled with laughter.
Her heart was filled with joy.
There are bright decorations, and the walls are filled with shelves of coffee and tea items.
相互の、お互いの adj.
＊一方通行でなく、両方からの関係や作用がある
人間関係
行動や影響
教育やビジネス
reciprocal
Our relationship is based on reciprocal respect.
We have a reciprocal agreement to support each other’s projects.
I would like to build reciprocal relationship with my students, where we both learn from each other.
I would like to build a reciprocal relationship with my future boyfriend.
I hope to have a reciprocal relationship with my future partner, where we support and respect each other.
すぐに
at once = immediately
Your father is very sick so you need to come home at once/immediately.
Please clean up the rubbish immediately/at once.
soon (そのうちに)
*soonは緊急の場合には使わない
When do you think you’ll come for dinner?
→Soon.
興味を引く、関心を持たせる V.
interest V.
Why does this job interest you?
Whatever I do interests my son.
So, tell me what interests you.
This movie might interest you because/since it’s about (people) fighting ghosts.
〜を助ける、〜の役に立つ、〜に効果がある
help with + Noun
Learning music helps with brain development.
Speaking English every day helps with fluency.
Joining clubs helps with social skills.
Speaking in English for one minute by myself really helps with preparing for the CELPIP exam.
Cooking at home helps with saving money every month.
(困難や悪い状況の中にある)良い面、希望の光、ポジティブな要素
silver lining
Every cloud has a silver lining.
I know breaking up with your partner is really tough, but the silver lining is that now you get to focus on yourself and have time to grow, heal, and do things that make you happy.
N.
設計図
(将来のための)計画、プラン
目標達成のためこ方法や道筋
blueprint
We need a clear blueprint for our business expansion.
Learning from failures can become a blueprint for future success.
I’m working very hard to teach Japanese at school. At the same time, I’m creating a blueprint for starting my own business as a Japanese teacher in the future, based on the experience I’m gaining at school.
体験型の、実践的な、実際に自分の手でやってみること Adj.
hands-on
The kids loved the hands-on science experiments.
This job requires hands-on experience with customers.
A hands-on cooking class is more fun than just watching a video.
A hands-on workshop is much more engaging than a lecture-style one.
Compared to a lecture-style format, a hands-on workshop is much more interactive and enjoyable.
破壊行為 N.
他人の財産に故意にいたずらをしたり、悪意を込めて破壊する行為
vandlism N.
The school installed new security cameras to prevent theft and vandalism.
vandalize V.
Recently, a sex shop and a bookstore in Halifax were vandalized 3 times in one month.
相談する、助言を求める V.
consult V.
consult with + 人
人と話し合う、相談する感じ=一緒に考える
I’ll consult with my manager.
I’ll consult with my boss about the issue.
consult + 人
特に、専門家に助言を求めるとき
She consulted her doctor about the symptoms.
I consulted my doctor before the trip.
Please consult with a specialist if needed.
確認する、事実として認める、確証する
何かが正しい、本当であると証明する/認めるときに使う
confirm V.
confirm + noun
I can confirm the purchase.
I would like to confirm my reservation.
confirm + that sentence
I can confirm that he bought it yesterday.
I confirmed that he is coming.
I will confirm whether the JLPT registration closed on April 4th.
** confirm + 人**
I’ll confirm it with the manager.
処理する、手続きを進める V.
process V.
It might be better for us to process the refund to keep good customer relations.
I’ll process your refund right away.
The system is still processing the data.
We will process your payment within 24 hours.
進歩、進展 N.
advancement
The advancement of technology has made our lives easier and more convenient.
She was recognized for her outstanding contribution to the advancement of women’s rights.
設立する、建国する V.
found V.
He founded his company when he was 35 years old.
Canada was founded just 150 years ago.
〜に投資する
お金以外にも、時間・努力・エネルギーなどにも使える
invest in N. (物、人、活動)
お金
Canada should invest in scientific research.
I want to invest in real estate.
時間・努力
Parents should invest in their children’s education.
I’m investing a lot of time in learning English.
アイデア・未来
The government needs to invest in the future.
We should invest in building d stronger community.
通勤する、通学する V.
commute V.
In my opinion, working from home is better than working in the office. First of all, it saves both time and money. You don’t need to commute, which means you can sleep more and spend time with your family or on your hobbies.
かなりの、相当な adj.
substantial
It says the substantial US tariff will significantly weigh on China’s economy and labour market.
Delicious food and substantial portions!
擁護できない、支持できない adj.
untenable
I must say that this argument is clearly untenable.
His attitude and attire were untenable in his new working environment.
The current situation is untenable and tensions continue to rise.
異常、例外 Noun.
anomaly
The scientist found an anomaly in his experiments.
The sudden drop in temperature was an anomaly for this time of year.
検閲する V.
censor
Foreign websites, like Facebook and Google, are censored in China.
よろよろする V.
swerve
The car is swerving slightly and it looks like the driver is struggling to maintain control.
人間工学に基づいた adj.
ergonomic
This chair is designed to be ergonomic for comfortable sitting.
The ergonomic keyboard reduces strain on the wrists during long typing sessions.
緊張、緊迫状態 N.
tension N.
relieve tension
緊張をほぐす、緊張を和らげる
Gently massage the body to relieve tension.
Massage is great for relieving tension and stress.
渋滞 N.
congestion
*traffic congestion
Due to the heavy traffic congestion, we decided to take an alternative route on the highway.
Carpooling with colleagues saves money and also helps reduce traffic congestion.
They decided to move to the country to get away from the congestion of the city.
住人 N.
dweller
urban dweller
city dweller
forest dweller
There are only a few dwellers in this building.
〜を固める V.
シェイプアップする V.
firm up
Once we know that, we can firm up pricing.
We need to firm up our process.
I need to firm up my body for the summer.
条例 N.
bylaw
Chang is petitioning the city to revoke a two-year-old bylaw allowing residents to raise poultry.
無敵の、影響を受けない
傷つけられない adj.
invulnerable Adj.
Even Canada is not invulnerable to hunger and food supply problems.
安楽死させる V.
euthanize
We made the difficult decision to have our dog euthanized and end his suffering.
Need to be stronger, more powerful, or have more authority Idiom
Need more teeth
This workplace harassment policy is too vague. It needs more teeth.
= The policy should have stricter rules or real consequences.
(不安な要素を)取り除く、除去する phv
weed out
It’s hard to weed out corruption.
Google weeded out illegal content.
Most applicants get weeded out before the interview.
〜することを検討している
〜を検討している
be looking to V.
I am looking to change my job.
I am looking to rent a room nearby from late May to early December 2025.
be looking at N.
I’m looking at my new job.
検討している looking to/at
検討する consider
超える、上回る V.
exceed
The cost exceeds our budget.
Monthly rent not exceeding $2300
居住者 N.
occupant
The room has no occupants at the moment.
Not family-oriented (Preferably for students or single occupant.)
〜に対してオープンである
〜の余地がある
受け入れる phv
be open to N.
I’m always open to new ideas.
I’m open to the idea, let’s try that starting tomorrow.
This issue is open to discussion.
通勤する V.
通勤 N.
commute V.
I commute to work by train.
commute N.
My daily commute takes 45 mins.
commuting N.
Commuting takes a significant amount of time and energy for many employees.
片道 N.
往復 N.
each way
Some spend more than one hour each way, which can be exhausting and reduce overall productivity.
both ways / round trip
〜の一部
part of 〜(N.)
Allowing them work from home part of the week can greatly improve their work-life balance and efficiency.
Which is your favorite part of the weekend?
→ I like Sunday morning because my mum cooks pancakes.
→My favorite part of the weekend is Saturday evening. I usally take it easy. For example, I like taking a bath for an hour and putting on a facial masks afterwards.
効率的であること、効率 N.
効率的な Adj.
効率的に adv.
efficiency N.
He puts importance on the efficiency of his work.
efficient Adj.
One of his characteristics is his efficient work.
efficiently adv.
I try to work efficiently.
利益になる、利益を得る V.
benefit
Research has shown that meditation can benefit our health in a number of ways.
a number of
いくつかの
通勤手当 N.
commuting allowance
The company provides a commuting allowance to its employees.
〜を節約する
save on 〜
It was a warm winter, so we saved on electricity.
If the employees work from home two or three days per week, the company can reduce commuting subsidies and save on office-related expenses.
取るに足りない、重要でない adj.
insignificant
I argue with my husband a lot, but it’s always about insignificant things.
実用的な、実際的な adj.
pragmatic
Pragmatic means practical, sensible, and based on real-world considerations, rather than theory or dogma. For example, you might describe someone as pragmatic if they deal with things in a practical way.
In business, the pragmatic approach to problems is often more successful than an idealistic one.
Mel Robbins offers a pragmatic and strategic approach to life.
激怒させる、苛立たせる Adj.
infuriating
Her constant complaints are really infuriating.
The delay in the flight was really infuriating.
イライラした、興奮した phv.
work up
感情が高ぶっている状態を指し、特にストレスや怒り、興奮などが交じった状況で使われます。例えば、何かに対して非常にネガティブな反応を示す場合
He got all worked up about the upcoming test.
She worked up the courage to speak in front of the class.
施設内で、現場で idioms
on-site
on-site training available
There are staffs on-site and they will guide you.
〜に基づいて
自分の意見や判断の根拠を示すために使う。この表現を使用することで、あなたの考えや決定に信頼性を与えられる
be based on 〜
The movie was made based on a true story.
Our decision about kids class was based on the feedback we received from the parents.
〜を持つ…..な人
〜という性質をもつ人
関係代名詞の所有格
whose + Noun
I have a friened whose name is Crystal.
Those (people) whose first language is not English often study harder.
Those (people) whose houses were damaged by the storm received help.
This is the student whose parents are musicians.
Some students whose parents are rich are
privileged.
それは〜と考えられる
それは〜とみなされる
It can be considered + adj. / Noun / that-
It can be considered a reasonable solution.
It can be considered unfair to treat employees differently.
It can be considered that the new policy will improve productivity.
It can be considered an important step toward equality.
洗練された Adj.
refined
Chat GPT always refined my answer until I get score 8.
She refined her presentation until it was perfect.
強化する V.
補強 N.
reinforce
We are going to reinforce the guidelines by next month.
The boss sent out an e-mail to reinforce the rules
We should reinforce the school policies.
reinforcement
This cocrete wall needs some reinforcement.
助成金、補助金 (費用の一部の補助) N.
交付金、給付金 N.
subsidy N.
The government provides subsidies for renewable energy projects.
grant
The project was funded by grants from the government.
過激な adj.
radical
I read about radical activists in this article.
I can’t support politicians who have radical views.
radical oxygen
自信をなくさせる、落胆させる V.
demoralize
The constant criticism from Laura demoralized me, making me lose confidence in my abilities.
- 〜しそうだ、〜する可能性が高い
- あまり〜しそうにない、〜する可能性が低い
- 最も可能性が高い
1.likely
S+ be likely to + V.
It is likely + that
He is likely to forget his lunch again.
It is likely that it will rain tomorrow.
She is likely to pass the CELPIP exam.
Laura is likely to look down on me again.
= She’ll probably look down on me again. (Casual)
- less likely
S+ be less likely to + V.
It is less likely + that
If you prepare your lunch the night before, you are less likely to forget it.
He is less likely to make the same mistakes twice. - most likely
She’s most likely to win the competition.
It’s most likely going to rain in five minutes.
取り消す、無効にする V.
取り消し、無効 N.
revoke
The government decided to revoke the company’s license due to repeated violations.
The court decided that the contract was a revoke due to lack of signatures.
あなたならできるよ！
大丈夫、うまくいくよ！
You’ve got this!
=You have got this situatifn under control.
You’re going to do great on the CELPIP exam. You’ve got this!
I know you’re nervous, but you’ve got this. Just breathe and go for it.
Don’t worry about your speech. You’ve practiced a lot. You’ve got this.
〜だとわかる、〜になる
turn out to be + Noun or adjective
The event turned out to be a big success!
He **turned out to be ** a really kind person.
The movie turned out to be more interesting than I expected.
I was worried about changing our plan, but it turned out to be the best decision.
- しっかり固定する、しっかり止める
- 守る、安全にする
- 確保する、手に入れる
1.
Please secure the tent with ropes.
The two people setting up the tent will likely secure it and prepare everything for the evening.
Make sure to secure the lid on the container.
They used ropes to secure the kayak to the roof of the car.
2.
We need to secure the house before the storm.
3.
She secured a job at a big company.
V.
取り戻す
再生利用する
更生させる
reclaim-取り戻す - claim back, regain
I am trying to reclaim the money I paid for the damaged product.
reclaim - 再生利用する - reuse, recycle
The company is focused on reclaiming waste materials.
reclaim - 更生させる - reform, rehabilitate
The program aims to reclaim criminals and help them become productive members of society.
