Common Expressions

Question 1

〜を我慢する

Answer 1

If I had to put up with noise from the neighbors, I would move apartment

Question 2

〜を最大限に活用する

Answer 2

We should make the most of our time

Question 3

仕事と生活のバランス

Answer 3

My work life balance is good so far

Question 4

やりがいのある仕事

Answer 4

Teaching languages is a rewarding job

Question 5

〜に似ている

Answer 5

My personality takes a little bit after my mom

Question 6

挑戦する

Answer 6

To take on the challenge of innovation willingly

Question 7

プレッシャーを感じる

Answer 7

Working as a freelance don’t feel as under pressure as working in a company

Question 8

生計をたてる

Answer 8

I don’t think that working should only involve making a living, you should also enjoy yourself

Question 9

伝統を破る

Answer 9

After breaking the tradition, …
it’s as if it’s a different country
It’s difficult to restart the tradition
as if → 〜かのよう

Question 10

伝統を伝える

Answer 10

Even if we pass down our tradition, they don’t necessarily keep them

Question 11

人種や文化が混ざり合う

Answer 11

Tokyo is becoming a melting pot

Question 12

〜に溶け込む

Answer 12

Travelers should fit in with the culture of the country they travel to

Question 13

注目を浴びる

Answer 13

I don’t really get in the spotlight

Question 14

Feel like you are in a right place

Answer 14

I feel a sense of belonging living here

Question 15

相互理解

Answer 15

Involving foreigners in international events can lead to fostering mutual understanding

Question 16

エコを意識する

Answer 16

It’s easy to go green. Small steps like using reusable bag or turn off lights when not in use can have big impact.

Question 17

再生可能エネルギー

Answer 17

The shift to green energy is essential
(essential ->必要不可欠(Adj))

Question 18

パスポートを手に入れるには多くの段階を踏まなければならない

Answer 18

You have to go through lots of process to obtain a pass port