Daily Flashcards
run an errand
用事を済ませる
I need to run an errand, but I’ll be back in a bit!
=I have a chore to do, but I’ll return soon
leave for 〜
〜に向けて出発する
I will leave for Tokyo Tomorrow.
She left for work early this morning.
He left Tokyo for Nagoya.
time off
（学校や仕事の）休み
I took some time off in Dec and Jan to go back to Japan.
I need some time off to relax and recharge my batteries.
double standard(s)
状況によって都合のいいように立場を変えていて、公平性が保たれていないこと
I think that these double standards are unfair.
どこかでお会いしましたっけ？
Do I know you from somewhere?
〜してはどうですか。
MWhy don’t you 〜?
Are you okay? You look exhausted. Why don’t you get some rest?
We are going to have lunch at the new Italian restaurant today. Why don’t you join us?
また会えてよかったです。
2回目以上の人に言う
It was good to see you again.
素敵な1日を過ごしてね！
good, greatでもOkay After afternoon
Have a lovely rest of your day
じゃあね！
同じ職場の人や学校の人に言いたい時
See you around
またね！
毎日会う友だちなどの関係に使える、カジュアルな表現
Buy for now
惨めな Adj.
私は惨めに見える
私は惨めだと思う
miserable
I look miserable.
I feel miserable.
AはBと同じくらい〜
A is as 〜Adj./Adv.〜 as B
My brother is not as tall as my father.
I would like to work as hard as he does.
皿洗いをさせてくれないの？
You won’t let me wash the dishes?
My parents won’t let me their cars.
レパートリー
repertoire
My mom has an extensive repertoire of dishes.
君ならできる！
何かをやろうとしている人を励ますときに。
会話では、haveを省略することが多い。
You(‘ve) got this!
I got this. 任せろ
あなたの(シャイな、悲しい)気持ちはわかるよ。
I know you are feeling (shy, sad,,,) about…
あなたの気持ちは分かる。
I know how you feel.
わかるわー。私も同じ
I know exactly what you mean.
彼女に会う時、
次に彼女に会う時、
When you see her
Next time you see her
（会話や交流を始めて）緊張をほぐす、場の空気を和ませる
break the ice
Small talk is an easy way to break the ice.
My boss told a funny joke to break the ice at the meeting.
Sharing an embarrassing story is a great way to break the ice on a first date.
〜が1つもない
There are not any 〜
There are not any trees in this park.
There are not any students today.
散歩に行く
go for a walk
Once it has stopped rainning, we can go for a walk outside.
would - 推量 〜だろう
意思や所感
It would be nice to have a dog.
Imagine yourself in her place. You would also be angry.
It would be cheaper to go by train, but I’ve already booked a flight.
できる、できないの推量
Could 推量
I’m so hungry. I could eat a horse.
Without your help, I couldn’t have done it.
If +past perfect, would/could have + past participle.
I could have passed the exam if I had studied more.
あなたらしく、リラックスして、考えすぎないでね！
Just be yourself, stay relaxed, and don’t overthink it!
even
〜でさえ、〜でも、〜すら、〜だって
Even he said so.
He even said so.
Even the kid can read the book.
I didn’t even think about it.
彼でさえそう言った。
彼はそういうことさえ言った。
その子どもでさえ、その本を読むことができる。
私はそれについて考えることさえもしなかったよ。=私は考えもしなかったよ。
もし私があなただったら、
If I were you,
If I were you, I wouldn’t do that.
If I were you, I’d talk to him directly.
If I were you, I’d consider another option.
(後ろから)サポートする V.
back V.
I found several investers who will back my new business.
Darby backs me for managing partner.
新しい人と知り合ったとき、
誰かを紹介してほしいとき、
相手のことをもっと理解できるようになったとき
get to know
When did you get to know him?
I got to know him when we were university students.
I want to get to know George.
Sure! I’ll introduce you to him!
Your friend Koji, is getting to know Ting.
I am thinking about 〜
I am wondering about 〜
〜に悩んでいる
I’m majoring in business but…
I’m thinking about changing my major to another subject.
I’m wondering about changing my major to another subject.
〜に入る/〜に受かる
get into 〜(unitersity)
Congratulitions on getting into your dream university.
I definitely want to get into Yale.
達成、偉業
達成する
accomplishment N.
accomplish V.
That’s an amazing accomplishment!
Don’t forget to mention your most impressive accomplishments during the interview.
With lots of practice and hard work, we can accomplish the impossible.
〜を考慮する、検討する
consider N
consider -ing
consider that/what
We have to consider all possibilies.
Our company is considering investing some money in your new projects.
We sometimes have to consider what other people want to do.
以前に、前に、(早くに)
earlier Adv.
I sincerely apologize for not mentioning Miyuki-san’s private lesson package earlier.
使い切る
use up
I used up it.
I used up half.
Your lesson credits were used up in the last lesson on Jan 24th.
・どうか〇〇頂けますでしょうか
・～頂けますと幸いです
kindly
Kindlyは、よりフォーマルな場面で使われることが多く、特にビジネスの場面では丁寧な依頼やお願いをする際に使用されます
Kindly complete the purchase of a new package before her next lesson.
Kindly send me the report by tomorrow.
Kindly confirm your attendance at the meeting.
Kindly practice Japanese at least when you are here.
こちらでリンクを確認できます
You can find the payment link here.
継続的な支援に感謝いたします。
Thank you for your continued support.
苦情 N.
苦情を言う V.
苦情を申し立てる V.
complaint N.
complain V.
lodge a complaint V.
You are always complaining.
You are always making complaints about me.
Formal Complaints Regarding Ineffective Laser Hair Removal Treatment
I am writing to formally lodge a complaint regarding the unprofessional service I received at Foxy Box Mt. Pleasant.
効果がない、役に立たない Adj.
Ineffective
The online course was ineffective.
Ineffective teaching makes it hard for students to learn.
⇆ The internet is a very effective way of communication.
求められた通りに、必要とされたので、
as required
I followed pre-and post-treatment instructions as required.
アイデアを廃止する／廃棄する
scrap the idea
We have decided that we are going to scrap the idea.
Hundreds of nuclear weapons have been scrapped.
大丈夫だよ！(構わないよ)
I’m fine with that!
That’s fine with me!
そうこなくちゃ！
それならいいね！
そう言った方が近いかな
そっちの方がずっと良い
That’s more like it
Do you have any other colors?
We have 1 brown left. I’ll show you.
That’s more like it. Can I try it on?
I’ll stop procrastinating and start studying seriously.
That’s more like it.
This coffee tastes much better than the last one.
That’s more like it.
I completed
I have completed
違い
I completed the exam on Dec 1st.
I have completed the exam.
I completed (Past Tense)
「過去のある時点で完了した」ことを表す。現在とのつながりは意識されていない。
I completed my home work last night.
→いつ終えたのかが重要で、現在との関連は特にない。
He completed the marathon in 3 hours.
マラソンを完走したという事実を述べているだけで、今の状況に関係しない。
I have completed (Present Past)
過去に完了したが、それが現在にも関係していることを強調する。
I have completed my homework, so I can relax now.
「終えた」ことが今の状況(リラックスできる)につながっている
He has completed five marathons so far.
今までの経験としての完了を示している
不満
dissatisfaction
あなたに迷惑をかけたくありません。
＊ネイティブスピーカーが社交辞令的に使う
I don’t want to impose on you.
熱心な、熱烈な
avid
She is an avid runner who trains every day.
He has been an avid learner, always seeking new knowledge.
She has become an avid supporter of animal rights.
技術者、施術者
technician
必要なのは〜だけ
All that’s needed is 〜
All that’s needed is an internet connection.
A friendly attitude and a little Japanese are all that’s needed.
気持ちが〜に向かっている
〜したいですか？
乗り気ですか？
する気がありますか？
Are you up for it?
Are you still up for a drink tonight?
今晩飲みに行く予定でまだ大丈夫？
Absolutely!
もちろん
I feel like Japanese tonight. Are you up for it?
今夜は日本食が食べたい気分だけど、君はどう？
Yeah, that’s sounds good.
We’re having pizza if you’re up for it.
もし君がよければピザを食べようと思うんだけど。
〜するお時間はありますでしょうか
Would you be available to 〜?
Would you be available to start training on February 7th at 9 AM?
Would you be available for a meeting next week?
Would you be available to talk about this matter?
天気が良くなる
clear up
Hopefully, the snow will clear up by Friday!
We’ll leave once the weather clears up.
The weather has cleared up and is beautiful now.
あなたから(久しぶりに)連絡をもらえて嬉しいです
It’s nice/good/great to hear from you!
This is used when you are currently in a conversation or situation where you are receiving communication from someone.
〜が可能かどうか尋ねたいんですが、、、
I would like to ask if you would be available to〜
I’d like to ask if you would be available to cover the reception desk during the following times this week:
もしこれ/それが問題なければお知らせください。
Please let me know if this works for you.
大幅に、著しく adv.
Significantly
His income significantly increased since he got a promotion.
The new technology will significantly improve efficiency.
関与、参加 N.
人が何かに対して積極的に関わっている状態
単なる参加だけでなく、積極的な関わりや関心を強調している
engagement
His engagement in community service has made a positive impact on the neighborhood.
1,000,000
1 million
Kumamoto 1.7million people
Vancouver 600,000 people
*6 hundred thosand people
1,000,000,000 10億
1 billion
縮む V.
shrink
The pork is shrinking.
The pork shrunk.
列に並んで待つ
wait in (a) line
You will have to wait in line, but it is worth it!
Behind him, a few people are waiting in line.
We waited in a long line to get in the castle
キレてごめんね
I’m sorry I snapped at you.
〜を追いかける
go after someone/something
He’s been going after her for months, but she’s not interested.
Louis went after Mikado.
double standard
A double standard is a code or policy that favors one group or person over another. Double standards are unfair. If a teacher lets all the boys bring candy for lunch but not the girls, that’s a double standard.
Trump is a double standard.
もしかしたら、ひょっとしたら、adv.
possibly Adv.
He is possibly the best player in the world.
This is possibly the worst movie I have ever seen.
It will possibly rain this week.
通常、一般動詞の前、もしくはbe動詞の後ろに置く。
確信度
Probably 70%↑
Maybe 30-50%
Perhaps 30-50%
Possibly 30% ↓
〜する準備をする
get ready to 〜V.
＊toの後は必ず動詞が入る
I’m getting ready to go out.
Let’s get ready to sleep.
He’s getting ready to go to work.
せっかくだから〜する方がいいかも
〜しないよりは〜する方がマシだ
〜しようかなぁ
＊やや消極的に自分の意思を表現できる
I might as well 動詞の原型
I might as well stretch my body for 10 mins before going to bed.
I might as well practice speaking English for at least 10 mins every day.
I might as well run this evening.
I might as well try your recommendation.
I’m not interested in the book, but I might as well read it.
I might as well to get something to eat.
〜した方がいいと思いますよ
〜しても悪くないのでは？
控えめに提案する表現
＊You had better〜はキツい表現
You might as well〜
You might as well study English harder.
You might as well quit smoking.
You might as well park your car over there.
You might as well buy a train ticket a week before in advance.
待ってる間に、その間に
in the meantime
She went for a walk, and in the meantime, I prepared dinner.
He’s working on his PhD, in the meantime, he’s teaching at a local college.
The meeting starts at 3. In the meantime, let’s have a coffee!
〜だと確信している
自信を持つ
I am confident (that) 〜
I am confident he will be able to pass the N5 in July.
He was confident that the new enterprise would succeed.
be confident
He is confident that he will break another world record.
You can pretend that you are confident.
〜に慣れてくる
become familiar with〜
If he practices regularly and becomes familiar with the exam format, I am confident he will pass the N5 in July.
This software is easiest to use for those who are already familiar with the spreadsheet program.
OをCの状態にする (使役)
何かを別の状態に変化させるときに使う
make + O + C
I will make the lesson easier for you.
She made the story more interesting.
I will do my best to make learing Japanese even more engaging for him.
感謝している
appreciate
I greatly appreciate your help.
I appreciate your cooperation.
I appreciate that you contacted me.
I appreciate you sharing his availability in advance.
おそらく
most likely 90% ほぼ確実に
probably 80% ほとんど
likely 50% 多分
maybe 30-40% もしかしたら
〜かもしれない
possibly 10% ひょっとしたら
〜かもしれない
体の大きな動きを使うスキル
体の小さな動きを使うスキル
Gross motor skills
Fine motor skills
Calligraphy is a good way to practice fine motor skills.
計画、立案 N.
planning N. 不可算名詞
A wedding requires a lot of plannning.
I like to do my vacation planning online.
I occasionally have meetings after 3 PM for community event planning.
その代わりに
instead
instead of〜
Since it’s raining, we cannot play soccer. So we wil play some indoor games instead.
I will arrange an online zoom lesson on Wednesday mornings from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM instead.
調整が必要であれば
if any adjustmets are needed
I hope this plan works for him. Please let me know if any adjustments are needed.
Please let me know if any changes are needed.
bouncy castle
弾むような城
Can you please let me know how much it will cost to rent a bouncy castle for 2 hours, and to hire a face painter.
32歳になる
turn 32
I will turn 32 in 2 weeks!
My niece will turn 1 this October.
(誰かのために)パーティーを開く
Throw someone a party/throw a party for someone
She threw a party for his dad.
My niece is turning 6 years old and we are planning to throw her a party on August 31st around 2 pm.
猛吹雪 N.
blizzard N.
A blizzard is expected tomorrow.
A blizzard is comming to Ontario.
You shouldn’t go out while the blizzard hasn’t ended yet.
snowstorm N. 吹雪
The snowstorm paralyzed traffic in the Tokyo metropolitan area.
heavy snow N. 大雪
The high way is closed due to heavy snow.
曖昧な
＊境界線がはっきりしていないこと
fuzzy Adj.
Our relationship is fuzzy.
I don’t like a fuzzy relationship.
The distinction between their roles in the project was fuzzy.
The line between the two colors is fuzyy.
独裁者 支配者
dictator N.
The opposition party was banned by the dictator.
His friends started to avoid him because he acted like a dictator during group discussions.
償い、代償、埋め合わせ N.
compensation
Thank you very much for reconsidering the compensation and offering me three complimentary sessions.
I am writing to formally request compensation for my laser hair removal treatment at [clinic/salon name], which I received on [date].
無料の Adj.
complimentary
We offer a complimentary breakfast buffet from 7 to 9:30.
Thank you very much for reconsidering the compensation and offering me three complimentary sessions.
Employees at the company get complimentary tickets to local baseball and football games.
公平、公正 N.
fairness
The fairness of the decision was praised by everyone involved.
I truly appreciating your understanding and fairness.
Fairness is a key principal in any democratic society.
〜することに(全く)問題ない
Have no issue with 〜
I have no issue with paying the full price for any sessions beyond the three complimentary ones.
I have no issue
How’s the project going?
No issue so far! Everything’s on track.
一応言っておくけど
念のため伝えておきますが
はっきり言いますが
Just for the record,
Just for the record, I did not fabricate this situation.
Just for the record, it was Steve who supported the idea, not me.
捏造する、作り上げる V.
fabricate
Just for the record, I did not fabricate this situation.
She had to fabricate a lie to cover up her mistake.
He fabricated a story to get out of trouble.
不信、疑い
distrust N.
I would like to mention that such a lie can naturally lead to customer distrust, as it did in my case.
Her distrust of the salesman made her hesitant to purchase the car.
注目、関心 N.
配慮、思いやり N.
Attention please!
Thank you for your attention.
I was raised by my parents to act with attention for others.
肺炎 N.
pneumonia N.
Pope Francis got pneumonia.
Many people die from pneumonia.
〜おめでとう
Congratulations on 〜 名詞/動名詞
Congratulations on your graduation!
Congratulations on your promotion!
Congratulations on having your baby girl!
Congratulations on getting pregnant!
功績、実績、何かを成し遂げること N.
achievement N.
something that you did or got offer planning and working to make it happen, and that therefore gives you a feeling of satisfaction
I am truly happy to hear about your achievement.
I will be promoted to a Section Chief for my achievement of my sales goal.
〜についてコメントする
Comment on 〜
Tom always comments on my clothes.
You shouldn’t have commented on his new haircut. I think you hurt his feelings.
うまくいけば
If all/it goes well,
If all goes well, we should be finished by 6.
If all goes well, we should be back in the black next quarter.
If all goes well, it shouldn’t be a problem.
逞しい、弾力性のある、回復力がある
人に対しては、柔軟性や耐久性という意味合いの「精神的な強さ」や「適応力」を表現する。逆境に直面した時、立ち直ることができる人
困難や逆境に対して、素早く回復しまたは影響を受けない能力を指す。状況が変化しても影響を受けずに立ち向かうことができる強さを持っていること
困難な状況に遭遇してもすぐに立ち直り、前向きに行動する人
resilient Adj
Zelenskyy is brave and resilient.
She is a resilient person, always bouncing back from setbacks.
After the storm, the community showed its resilient spirit by building quickly.
The stock market proved to be resilient in the face of economic uncertainty.
後退、挫折、つまずき N.
setback N. 可算名詞
You’ve got to be able to move on from setbacks.
I’m recovering from a business setback.
Our new business is going well. There is no big setbacks so far.
The company suffered a serious setback in February but soon recovered.
剥がす
peel off
The label on the bottle is easy to peel off.
Please peel off the sticker before using the product.
遠慮しないで
Don’t be shy!
人見知り
shy, feel shy
Blair is not shy. He is very social.
I’m introverted.
麻痺させる
palaryzed
憎しみ、憎悪 N.
hatred N.
Self-hatred
If there is one thing to unite this world, it is the hatred of small talk.
I couldn’t help but feel a deep hatred towards him.
I wish we could live in a world without hatred.
I felt his hatred.
相手自身 つかまえた
相手が言ったこと わかった、了解
相手が隠したいこと 見ちゃった
相手が困っている状況 私に任せて
冗談などで相手を引っかけたとき
やったー、引っかかったね
I got you!
それに加えて、さらに、しかも
既に述べた事柄に追加で何かを強調する時に使う
On top of that
= and, also, in addition to〜
Positive
She is smart and talented. On top of that, she is very kind.
The hotel has great service. On top of that, it’s very affordable.
Negative
I was late for work, and on top of that, I forgot my laptop at home.
He lost his wallet, and on top of that, it started rainning.
Business/formal
Our sales increased this quarter, and on top of that, customer satisfaction has improved.
The project was completed ahead of schedule. On top of that, we stayed within budget.
Someone に 〜の/について アドバイスする
Give (someone) advice on N.
I’ll give you advice on how to get along with people at work.
Could you give me advice on which course to take?
Give him some advice on what he should or should not do when meeting parents.
何年も(の間)
For years
I haven’t seen him for years.
〜くなる/になる可能性がある、かもしれない
＊起こる可能性が高いとき使える
〜のはずがない
Can be + adj./N
The shop can be closed today.
It can be terrible.
It can be successful.
Sometimes my children can be handful.
It can be either good or bad.
It can’t be true!
やや可能性が低く、控えめな推測
could be
He could be tired.
The doorbell is ringing. It could be Mary.
頭を使いすぎて疲れている
My brain is tottally fried!
ダサい、あー終わってる
That’s lame!
That’s so lame.
That’s sucks!
He’s such a lame, he didn’t get the joke at all.
Don’t be lame! 退屈にならないで
それは素晴らしい成果だね
That’s an amazing accomplishment!
ずっと行きたかったところ
ずっとやってみたかったこと
ずっと食べてみたかった食べ物
the place I’ve always wanted to be
the things I’ve always wanted to try
the food I’ve always wanted to try
必要とされる Adj.
required
Some smart students like you don’t need to pay the second- or third-term tuition, or even a whole year if they pass the required exams or meet the criteria.
条件を満たす
meet the criteria
Applicants for this job have to meet certain criteria.
I wonder if I meet your criteria.
I understood I didn’t meet your criteria.
成功する
to succeed
I succeeded in giving a great presentation.
To be success
My presentation was a great success.
successful
My presentation was very successful!
連邦政府
州政府
市、地方自治体
Canada has three levels of government
federal government
provincial/territorial government
Municipal government
天気が決められない
(天気がコロコロ変わる)
The weather can’t make up its mind.
This weather is crazy. The weather can’t make up its mind today.
It was sunny just a minute ago, and now it’s raining!
Yeah, the weather can’t make up its mind!
対処する V.
You don’t need to handle a lot of work by yourself. You can prioritize some tasks first, and then, ask for help with other work that your team members can handle.
〜を手伝う V.
help someone(人) with something(物事)
Can someone please help me with this?
She helped me with my hair yesterday.
We will help you with your problems for free.
週末はどんな楽しいことをしましたか？
What did you do for fun last weekend?
〜に没頭する
〜に(意欲を持って)参加する
be engaged in 〜
Kenji is engaged in learning Japanese this year.
I was so engaged in studying that I lost track of time.
大丈夫だよ、心配ないよ
It’s going to be fine!
It’s gonna be fine!
友好的な、歓迎する Adj.
welcoming
At first, I was afraid to talk to people at the party, but everyone was welcoming, so I had a lot of fun!
The teacher was very welcoming, and she made me feel comfortable.
The staff were very friendly and welcoming!
いい印象を与える
to make a good impression
Here are a few tips to make a good impression.
やらないよりはマシ！
Better late than never!
とても役に立つ、助けになる
go a long way
Just a little practice a day. It goes a long way.
“Nice to meet you” in a warm tone will go a long way.
わたしはそれをよく知っている
I’m very familiar with it.
無意識、潜在意識 N.
無意識の、潜在的な Adj.
無意識のうちに adv.
subconscious N.
Dreams often reveals thoughts hidden in the subconscious.
subconscious adj.
I think I made a subconscious choice to avoid that place.
His decision was influenced by his subconscious thoughts.
Subconsciously
She subconsciously avoided talking her past.
(人)に好意を持つようになる
(人)に同情をよせる
warm up to someone
We warmed up to each other quickly.
He’s starting to warm up to you. You can see it in his eyes.
褒める V.
褒め言葉 N.
compliment. V.
It’s always satisfying when a customer compliments me on how helpful and professional my staff is.
I’d like to compliment you on an outstanding presentation.
compliment N.
You shouldn’t hesitate to pay/give someone a compliment when they’ve done a good job.
あなたは何も心配することはないよ
You’ve got nothing to worry about.
必ず〜しなければならない
強調を含む
have got to
You’ve got to try this dish! It’s amazing!
We’ve got to finish this report by tomorrow.
I’ve gotta go!
We’ve got to submit the report by Friday! It’s crucial!
〜だと思い込む
assume 〜
assume that 〜
Many people assume that the new policy will benefit everyone.
1.(算数、数学などの数式、なぞなぞ)を解く
2.(英語、世界史、国語などの)問題を解く
- 練習問題
- 過去問を解く
- 問題集を解く
-
solve the problem
Only Kaede can solve this equation.
I’m not good at solving crossword puzzles.
*難しいことを頭を使って正解に導くニュアンス -
answer the question
Can anyone answer question 1?
Answer all the questions in the worksheet in 15 minutes. -
work out the answers
Students will be given papers to work out the answers to the questions.
Teachers should guide the students to work out the answers among themselves. - exercise(s), practice question(s)
- do, try, complete
Let’s do these exercises on page. 31
Now, you can try these fill-in-the-blank exercises about grammar.
Please complete these practice questions.
- do, try, complete
- practice the past exams
- work on/do exercise book
1.(算数、数学などの数式、なぞなぞ)を解く
2.(英語、世界史、国語などの)問題を解く
- 練習問題
- 過去問を解く
- 問題集を解く
-
solve the problem
Only Kaede can solve this equation.
I’m not good at solving crossword puzzles.
*難しいことを頭を使って正解に導くニュアンス -
answer the question
Can anyone answer question 1?
Answer all the questions in the worksheet in 15 minutes. -
work out the answers
Students will be given papers to work out the answers to the questions.
Teachers should guide the students to work out the answers among themselves. - exercise(s), practice question(s)
- do, try, complete
Let’s do these exercises on page. 31
Now, you can try these fill-in-the-blank exercises about grammar.
Please complete these practice questions.
- do, try, complete
- practice the past exams
- work on/do exercise book
恐ろしい Adj.
恐ろしがっている 状態
terrifying adj.
The movie was terrifying.
The government is terry
be terrified of
The government is terrified of the truth being revealed.
押し潰す V.
suqash V.
I will squash negative thought.
If you can’t come up with a good idea of how to squash negative thoughts, why not ask your family and friends for advice.
はるかに〜、ずっと〜
*程度を強調するときに使う
much 比較級
This problem is much easier than the previous one.
It’s much easier to learn a language when you are young.
If you practice everyday, the test will be much easier for you.
担当者に確認して、すぐ折り返します
I will contact/call/get back to you as soon as I will check/follow up with the staff in charge.
〜歳になる
turn 〜 (years old)
I turned 32 (years old)!
My niece will turn 1 years old in October!
数日後に
in a few days
His letter will arrive in a few days.
〜するように見える
〜思われる
appear to 〜
He appears to fall in love with her.
He appears to be strong and healthy.
It appeared to me that he was upset.
トレーニング用の服
tracksuit
交流する V.
interact V.
People are interacting naturally.
Events that overwhelm local medical resources with a large number of casualties. Examples include explosions, plane crashes, and natural disasters.
mass casualty incident
イライラする
to feel frustrated/irritated/peeved
I feel frustrated because things are not going as planned.
What are the things that make you fell peeved?
激怒する adj.
livid
He is absolutely livid about the decision.
I was so livid when you forget my birthday.
説得する (信じさせる) V.
焦点 考えや信念を変える
結果 相手が納得・理解する
convince
I convinced him that our product is better.
(I persuaded him to buy our product.)
I convinced my parents that I should move to Canada.
I convinced him that exercise is important.
I convinced myself that it’s better to learn English late than never learning it at all.
説得する(行動を促す) V.
焦点 相手に具体的な行動を取らせる
結果 相手が何か行動を取る
persuade V.
I persuaded him to buy our product.
(I convinced him that our product is better.)
I persuaded him to start exercising.
adj.
1.ちょっと違う、ずれいている、不自然
2.普段と違う、調子が悪い
- off
ちょっと違う、ずれいている、不自然
清潔になる is a bit off. Let me correct it.
His explanation was a bit off.
Your calculation is a bit off.
Your pronunciation is slightly off. - off
普段と違う、調子が悪い
I’m feeling a bit off today.
The milk smells off.
いつも、常に idioms
at all times = always
I have some Ibuprofen at all times, in case I suddenly have a headache.
Please keep your luggage with you at all times. Thank you for your cooperation.
Have a peaceful day and stay safe at all times.
Please fasten your seat belts at all times.
I’ll be with you at all times.
さらに頑張る、倍頑張る
double down (on)
I need to double down on my studies/studying to pass the CELPIP exam.
同時に
simultaneously adv.
=at the same time
I am juggling multiple tasks simultaneously.
複数のことを同時進行する、
うまくやりくりする
juggle v.
How is your wife doing?
→She’s doing great! She just got back to work again.
→So, she juggles work and family, doesn’t she?
I had to juggle two jobs before, and I t was very hard for me because I didn’t have a day off!
=I used to juggle two jobs, it was really hard since I never had a day off!
誰かに何かをお願いしたい時、
Would you please ー? (Polite)
Can you please ー? (Casual)
Would you please help me?
Can you please help me?
全く、完全に
(否定的な状況や感情を表現する際に使う)
カジュアルな会話で使う
downright
Small talk is downright scary at times.
That’s downright ridiculous.
The movie was downright scary.
道徳、信念 N.
principle
She refused the offer on principle because it seemed unethical.
Honesty is one of the basic principles of good relationships.
Principal 校長先生
忙しくていっぱいいっぱいになっている
＊タスクや仕事、債務などで仕事量やスケジュールがいっぱいいっぱいな状態
a full plate
I’d love to help you but I have a full plate right now.
a lot on my plate
Being a mom and a teacher means I always have a lot on my plate every time.
親しみやすい、気立てがいい、愛想が良い
amiable Adj.
She has an amiable character.
Penny’s amiable personality made it easy for her to make friends.
She was well-suited to the job because of her amiable personality.
陽気な、愉快な
jolly adj.
Jenny has such a jolly, outgoing personality.
He has a jolly personality that makes everyone around him happy.
extremely bad or unpleasant. Adj.
awful
I suffered awful injuries in the crash.
He had awful weather in Toronto.
My school’s principal is awful.
感銘する
I’m in awe!
I’m in awe! > I’m impressed!
I stand in awe of you! > I respect you!
私はあなたをすごくいいと思っている
I’m more than impressed. I’m in awe!
感動を通り越して、感銘した
〜を終わらせる
wrap up 〜
Let’s wrap it up and go home.
さあ、仕事はこの辺で切り上げて帰ろう。
It’s time to wrap up the meeting.
ミーティングを終わらせましょう。
We don’t have much time left. Let’s start wrapping up.
あまり時間が残っていない。まとめに入ろう。
A: Are you still working?
「まだ仕事してるの？」
B: I’m wrapping up soon.
「すぐに終わるよ」
全くの別物 (水と油)
apples and oranges
No wonder they broke up. They were like apples and oranges.
It’s meaningless to compare music with sports. It’s apples and oranges.
機敏な、順応性が高い、迅速な、器用な
mimble adj.
Her nimble mind allowed her to solve complex problems quickly.
*A nimble mind 回転の早い頭脳
Japanese people have nimble fingers.
器用な手先
退屈な、うんざりさせる adj.
tedious
I find watching baseball on TV tedious and boring.
Studying the same subject for hours can be tedious.
The long and repetitive task was so tedious that I almost fall asleep.
＊boring：一般的な退屈さを表す表現で、幅広いシチュエーションで使用されます。 dull：活気がなく、刺激に欠ける状況や、色や天気に関して使われることが多いです。 tedious：時間がかかりすぎたり、繰り返しが多いために退屈に感じる特定の作業やプロセスを指す際に適しています。
眠りに落ちる
fall asleep
I fell asleep in my exam this morning.
I tried not to fall asleep in class.
外交の、機転を効かせた adj.
dipromatic adj.
The ambassador took a diplomatic approach to ease the tensions between the two countries.
She handled the situation in a diplomatic manner, ensuring everyone’s feelings were considered.
公平な、偏見がない、先入観のない
unbiased adj.
I try to remain objective and unbiased at all times.
The judge maintained an unbiased position throughout the trial.
当時は
back then
It was normal back then.
People got married much younger back then.
I was young and naive back then.
They didn’t have the internet back then.
その間
一方で
—-, meanwhile, —-
Meanwhile, —-
=at the same time
They’ll be arriving here soon. Meanwhile, we’ll have coffee.
I went shopping. Meanwhile, my child was having a great time at her school party.
My husband left home to pick up our son. Meanwhile, I cooked the dinner.
I am a university student. Meanwhile, many of my friends are doing an internship and earning money.
上映
screening
Since the posters on the wall show different movies, I assume multiple screenings are happening at the same time.
”The idiom“ is used to indicate that **a particular option, plan, or proposal has been eliminated, excluded, or no longer under consideration.
Off the table
I’m happy that you invite me to your place to teach me English but I want to be clear that sex is off the table.
I have decided that dating is off the table for me for at least one year.
An act of moving back or withdrawing N.
retreat (戦略的に一時的に)後退すること
withdraw 自発的に特定の場所や状況から離れることを意味し、ビジネスや個人の状況で使われる
The commander ordered a retreat to regroup the forces.
The retreat is not enough. The provincial governments keep this retaliation in place.
はるかに、ずっと、より多くの
much more
The project cost much more than we expected.
Shinkansen is much faster, but much more expensive than train.
She is much more clever than me.
This movie is much more interesting than another one.
博識な、多くの本を読んでいる、幅広い知識を持っている adj.
well-read
She is well-read in philosophy.
She is well-read in both Western and Eastern literature.
Jefferson is well-read in communication.
複数の、多数の adj.
multiple
He has worked in multiple countries.
He has apologized multiple times for his mistake.
feeling or showing that something is unworthy of consideration.
Adj.
dismissive
The boss was dismissive of the employee’s suggestion.
A dismissive attitude
Laura is always so dismissive of anybody else’s suggestions.
半分、2分の1
3分の1
4分の1
half/one-half
One-third
one-quarter
微調整、修正 N.
微調整する V.
tweak N. V.
Let me know if you want any further tweaks.
The engineer decided to tweak the software to improve its performance.
I had a car accident last week and got a stiff neck and shoulders due to the impact. I need to stretch and loosen my neck and shoulder muscles.
知らず知らずのうちに Adv.
無意識に adv.
unknowingly
The problem is the power you unknowingly give to other people.
People sometimes unknowingly hurt their family and friends
unconsciously
I was unconsciously looking for a person who makes me happy. But I realized I have to make myself happy by myself first.
生鮮食品 N.
fresh produce
〜を誓う V.
vow
Mark Carney has won the race to succeed Justin Trudeau as Canada’s prime minister, vowing to win the trade war with the US and President Donald Trump.
〜を減らす、削減する
cut down on〜
I need to cut down on alcohol.
It is better to cut down on our expenses.
I’m cutting down on my classes and increasing study time as much as I can.
その間に、一方で
＊2つの出来事を対比的に並べるときに使う
—-, meanwhile, —-
Meanwhile, —-
=at the same time
They’ll be arriving here soon. Meanwhile, we’ll have coffee.
I went shopping. Meanwhile, my child was having a great time at her school party.
I was cooking dinner. Meanwhile, my roommate was studying in the kitcken.
My husband left home to pick up our son. Meanwhile, I cooked the dinner.
I am a university student. Meanwhile, many of my friends are doing an internship and earning money.
勇気を失わせる、気が遠くなる adj.
＊人が直面する課題や状況がどれほど難しく、時には圧倒的に感じられるかというニュアンス
例: 高度な知識を必要とするプロジェクト
大人数を前にしたプレゼンテーション
daunting adj.
Public speaking can be daunting for many people.
The speaking test is the most daunting part of the Celpip exam for me.
The task ahead of us may seem daunting, but we can handle it.
Persuading people can be a little bit daunting.
混乱させる、中断させる V.
disrupt V.
Trump’s harsh tariff retaliation has disrupted Canadians’ travel plans to the U.S. this spring break.
An unstable relationship disrupts my work and affects my concentration.
一貫性がある、筋が通る Adj.
coherent
Do you think President Trump’s foreign policy is corerent?
When you give a presentation, your assertion should be coherent.
coherent = logical and well-organized
気分の起伏が激しい性格の人
冷静さを失う
She/He has a temper.
She has a short temper.
lose one’s temper
I lost my temper and stormed out of the office.
起きている
(夜遅くまで)起きている
stay awake
I try to stay awake in the afternoon. I usually don’t take a nap.
stay up
The night owl is someone who is good at staying up late.
民話/民間伝承 N.
folklore
The Local folklore includes stories of ancient heroes and mythical creatures.
Folklore serves as a vital resource to study the traditions of a society.
(代わりの)選択肢 N.
altermative
An electronic car is a good alternative to a gasoline vehicle.
If the hotel is fully booked, what’s our alternative?
We need to find an alternative solution.
結局、やっぱり
なんといっても〜なんだから
I’m afraid I can’t come to the party after all.
We’ve decide not to move to Tokyo after all.
You should forgive him. After all, he’s your best bud!
No wonder you’re drunk. After all, you’ve opened three bottles of wine.
In most cases, usually Adv.
generally
Acoustic guitars are also generally not as expensive as electric guitars.
Women are generally kinder than men.
Canadians are generally more energetic than Japanese people.
基本的に、根本的に adv.
The problem is fundamentally caused by lack of communication.
The ideas they presented are fundamentally different, but both could work.
The project is fundamentally flawed.
*be flawed 欠陥がある
The two theories are fundamentally different.
悪い状態や気分、習慣などから急に抜け出す、ハッと気が付く idiom.
snap out of
Counting backward requires focus and snaps you out of autopilot.
怖がらせる、脅迫する、脅す V.
intimidate V.
My boss tried to intimidate me.
The manager has been accused of intimidating people into taking pay cuts by threatening to fire them.
あなたが思っているよりもずっと〜です
I’m sure that you are a much better 〜 than you feel you are.
I’m sure that you are a much better driver than you feel you are.
I’m sure that you are smarter than you feel you are.
何か手伝えることはある？
ご用件は何ですか？
What can I do for you?
I’m sorry to interrupt. Do you have a minute?
→ What can I do for you?
Countinuing to do something or try to do something even though it is difficult or other people want you to stop Adj.
Persistent
Be persistent and patient!
Be persistent! Don’t give up!
She has been persistent in pursuing the job.
not flexible, stiff, hard Adj.
rigid
Anson is a rigid guy.
Don’t be rigid. Relax!
「I think」よりも控えめなニュアンスがあります。 何かを確信しているわけではないが、そうである可能性が高いと考えるときに使い
I suppose
I suppose she thought of me because I had changed my career so many times, even I had lose count.
いったいなぜこんなことに関わってしまったんだ！
What on earth have I gotten myself into?
ゲップをする V,
おならをする V.
burp
Don’t burping in the class.
fart
Don’t do fake fart in the class.
〜するようにする、確認する
＊相手に「〜するのを忘れないように、確認してね」というニュアンス
make sure to 動詞の原型
Make sure to bring your umbrealla.
Make sure to bring your homework.
make sure that S.+ V.
Make sure that you have all your belongings.
make sure of N.
Make sure of the details.
make sure + 節
Make sure you understand the instructions.
Please make sure
Please make sure all the windows are closed.
I’d like to make sure…
I’d like to make sure my reservation is confirmed.
時間が非常に重要だ/貴重だ
急ぐ必要がある
Time is of the essence.
We need to finish this project by tomorrow. Time is of the essence.
Call an ambulance immediately! Time is of the essence!
無神経な Adj,
insensitive
He’s so insensitive.
Don’t be insensitive.
She was criticized for making an insensitive comment.
Some people are very insensitive.
目立つ V.
目立つ adj.
Wow look at her dress!
It really stands out.
He is really a standout worker for this company.
Yeah, I hope he doesn’t get headhunted somewhere.
報われる phv.
pay off
I believe that hard work pays off.
Congratulations! All that hard work paid off!
Always, remember, persistence pays off.
このバスは今から出発しますか。
Is this bus leaving now?
間違いない、質が高く素晴らしい Adj.
slang
legit
I love this music! It’s legit!
Are you being legit?
あんた、マジなん？
He’s a legit guy.
彼は信用できるやつだよ。
私ならこう言うかな
どちらかといえば〜かな
多分〜だと思う
＊断定しすぎず、優しく意見を述べたいときに使う
おそらく〜だと思う
I would say it’s about 10 minutes away.
多分10分くらいの距離かな
Which is better, coffee or tea?
I would say it’s challenging, but not impossible!
慎重に意見を言う
I would say she’s quite talented.
彼女はかなりの才能があると思うよ
Do you think Emi will join the event?
I would say yes, but I’m not 100% sure.
私の考えでは〜、私なら〜と言う
If you ask me, I would say go for it!
解雇、解雇手当 N.
severance N.
Negotiating a fair severance agreement can be crucial when leaving a job.
The employees were grateful for the severance pay they received when the company downsized.
(努力して〜を)追求する、達成しようとする V.
pursue
I would like to pursue a career in the pharmaceutical industry.
I plan to pursue a career in Japanese language education.
pursueは目標や夢を追いかける際に使われ、長期的な努力を伴うことが多い
後悔しないように頑張って phr
make it count
Study hard and make it count.
I know that you did your best. Make it count!
絆づくり
bonding N.
This journey was not only an adventure but also a bonding experience with my sister, making it a trip I’ll remember forever!
一晩で adv,
overnight
The government implemented the new policy overnight.
I left my wet clothes outside, and they dried overnight.
不可欠な、極めて重要な adj.
vital
Speed is important, but safety is vital.
Some researchers recently found that vitamin D might be vital for cancer prevention.
motivation (slang)
mojo
I was feeling demotivated and my mojo was down recently. But I got my mojo back after I started practicing the 5-seconds rule.
I lost my mojo.
I need to get my mojo back for this project.
I’ve been feeling out of mojo at work lately. I want to start a new project to change my mood.
人に〜を提供する
provide 人 with something
I would like to provide students with the opportunity for interactive communication.
Can you provide me with more details?
The school provides students with learning materials
適応する V.
adapt
The tour needs to adapt for larger groups.
I adapted myself to the new work environment very quickly.
続いて (続く、続ける)
You are doing great. Go on. Keep doing what you are doing.
1.言葉の文脈(文章や会話の流れ)
2.状況や背景(ある出来事の環境や条件)
- Can you understand the meaning from the context?
In this context, よろしくお願いします means “Looking forward to working with you” rather than “Nice to meet you” - In the context of history, this event was very significant.
Understanding the cultural context is important when learning a new language.
迷惑をかけてごめんね
I’m so sorry for troubling you.
I’m so sorry for bothering you.
Bubble
Stay in your bubble
live in a bubble
I realized that I had been living in a bubble. I should have gone out more and socialized with new people.
People often live in a social bubble, only interacting with those who share the same opinion.
Break out of your bubble
I will break out of my bubble.
開放する、自由にする adj.
Following the “Let them” theory is liberating.
I feel liberated more in Canada rather than in Japan.
〜のことになると、〜に関して言えば
When it comes to
Canada tends to have a more relaxed and open atmosphere, especially when it comes to personal expression and lifestyle choices. Japan, while amazing in many ways, can sometimes feel restrictive due to societal expectations and unspoken rules.
〜だったにちがいない
must have been 〜
It must have been a great way to practice discussing different viewpoints.
〜に気づいた
I’ve noticed (that) 〜
I’ve noticed what I need to work on when speaking English.
〜に気づいた
I’ve noticed (that) 〜
I’ve noticed what I need to work on when speaking English.
外に出る/抜け出す
step out
It’s great that you’re stepping out of your comfort zone. Keep pushing yourself and try new things!
価値がある、役に立って Adj.
valuable
Practicing speaking in front of others is a valuable skill, especially in a new environment.
Having good friends is valuable when living abroad.
価値がある、役に立って Adj.
valuable
Practicing speaking in front of others is a valuable skill, especially in a new environment.
Having good friends is valuable when living abroad.
価値がある、役に立って Adj.
valuable
Practicing speaking in front of others is a valuable skill, especially in a new environment.
Having good friends is valuable when living abroad.
もう10分過ぎました
It has already been 10 mins.
ずっと〜 比較級
much more
Tom is much more intelligent than Ed.
〜に到着する V.
arrive at/in place - Formal
We arrived at the airport at 8PM.
He arrived inTokyo yesterday.
＊「大きな場所（都市・国）」では “in”、「小さな場所（建物・駅など）」では “at” を使う
get to place - Casual
We got to the airport at 8PM.
What time did you get to school?
I got home.
*homeにはtoはいらない
reach
We reached the airport at 8 PM.
toはいらない。
〜という結果になる、結局〜になる、
〜だとわかる
turn out 〜
How did the poster turn out for the spring market?
The cookies turned out perfect.
Everything will turn out okay.
I thought it was going to rain, but it turned out to be a beautiful day.
Because I used too much salt, the cake turned out really bad!
大変な
challenging
Edditing the poster was a bit challenging.
have difficulty
I had some diffculty editting the poster.
力になれてうれしい！
I’m glad I could help!
その後のあなたの残りの１日はどうでしたか？
How did the rest of your day go after that?
思いやり N.
公共の場でのマナーや、他人に対する配慮が必要な場面で使う
consideration
I think that your consideration is great.
Japanese people have a good consideration.
思いやり
他人の苦しみや困難に対する深い理解と共感というニュアンス
compassion N.
She showed great compassion for the homeless.
compassionate Adj.
He’s a very compassionate person.
Her voice was compassionate.
最高傑作、不朽の名作 Adj.
classic
Yes, I know Sailor Moon! It’s such a classic! How awesome that he got you the English version of the comic!
誰かに何かを与える、買ってあげる、手に入れる
*人に何かを買ってあげる/プレゼントする
get 人 もの (SVOO)
I got my mom a gift.
She got me a coffee.
He got his friend a book.
I got him a lot of Japanese souvenirs.
好きな、親しい Adj.
懐かしい/楽しい思い出
fond
I am fond of sci-fi movies.
I have fond memories of my childhood.
A: Do you remember the travel you enjoyed ?
B: Of course! I have fond memories of my travel in abroad.
A: I was looking at some old photos of us.
B: Oh, really? That was such a fond time in our lives.
あぁ、なるほど！
(ハッキリ、スッキリ)意味がわかる
That makes sense!
Make sense!
See? You just click the button to apply like this.
Ah, that makes sense! Thanks!
It doesn’t make sense
*意味がわからない、意味不明
I have to go on a diet!
So, why are you eating ice cream?
I always have room for dessert!
That doesn’t make sense.
Does it make sense?
Make sense?
Does it make sense?
Yes, it does! よくわかるよ
Kind of. なんとなくね
Pretty much. だいたいはね
I got it. わかった
It could. そうとも言えるね
考えているものがある
覚えている、意識している
in mind
Do you have a specific cafe in mind?
I have a gift in mind for her birthday.
Keep safety in mind while driving.
I’ll keep your advice in mind.
ため息をつく V.
sigh
I sighed.
After a long day at work, he came home and sighed with exhaustion.
もし〜したいと思うなら
If you ever want to 〜
If you everはIfを強調した表現
もし万が一、
If you ever want to chat or need more encouragement, just let me know!
If you ever want to see my purse, please let me know!
太平洋
大西洋
北極
南極
Pacific
Atrantic
Arctic
Antarctic
（人を）動揺させる、不安にさせる (to make someone feel worried or upset)
N.
V.
agitation N.
The news of new tariffs that will be imposed on April 20 caused a lot of agitation among Canadian citizens.
agitate V.
The loud noise agitated the baby, making her cry.
The news about the layoffs agitated the employees.
「混乱させる」「方向感覚を失わせる」「戸惑わせる」 という意味の形容詞です。人を困惑させたり、方向感覚を失わせたりする状況に使われます
disorienting adj.
The sudden change in plans was disorienting for everyone.
Moving to a new country can be a disorienting experience at first.
愛国心の強い adj.
patriotic
American people tend to be very patriotic.
The singer’s new song is a patriotic anthem.
無条件の/に
unconditional adj.
unconditional love
unconditional surrender
A mother’s love is unconditional.
Children need unconditional love.
unconditionally adv.
Ukraine has agreed unconditionally to Mr. Trump’s ceasefire proposal.
もちろん！喜んで手伝うよ！
Of course! I’d be happy to help!
A casual way to say had the opportunity to or were able to do something. It often expresses excitement or appreciation for an experience
ポジティブなニュアンスがあり、過去のことを言う時に使う
機械やタイミングに恵まれて/特別な許可をもらえたので、ラッキーなことに〜することができた
got to V.
I went to NY. I got to see the Statue of Liberty.
I took two weeks off of work. I got to spend a lot of time with my family.
I got to go on a business trip to Malaysia last year. It was fantastic!
Did you get to see the Eiffel Tower when you were in France?
〜に取り組んでいる、〜に関わっている、〜に従事している、〜に没頭している
be engaged in 〜
Shoora was engaged in her painting that she lost track of time.
Kenji is engaged in his Japanese class this year.
I’m engaged in teaching Japanese and organizing community programs in the Japanese community.
脅迫、威圧、脅し N.
怖がらせる、威圧する、脅す V.
威圧されていると感じる
intimidation N.
She spoke out against workplace intimidation.
intimidate V.
I feel like Laura tries to intimidate me all the time.
intimidating adj.
intimidating behavior
intimidating person
An intimidating person is someone who, through their appearance, behavior, or perceived power, makes others feel nervous, uncomfortable, or even afraid
feel intimidated
When Laura talks to me, I feel intimidated. So I can’t speak English.
いつも
毎回〜する度に
all the time
He ckecks his e-mail all the time.
every time
He checks his e-mail every time (that) his smartphone vibrates.
取るに足りない Adj.
insignificant
The slow internet connections, the unexpected changes in plans, the inconsiderate behavior of other people…these small annoyances may seem insignificant, but they aren’t.
求められていない adj.
unsolicited
unsolicited advice
Receiving unsolicited advice from my coworker is really getting on my nerves. I wish he would stop assuming I need his help all the time.
unsolicited e-mail
I received an unsolicited email from a company trying to sell me their products.
求められていない adj.
unsolicited
unsolicited advice
Receiving unsolicited advice from my coworker is really getting on my nerves. I wish he would stop assuming I need his help all the time.
unsolicited e-mail
I received an unsolicited email from a company trying to sell me their products.
動揺した, 取り乱した, 興奮した adj.
agitated
I felt myself starting to get agitated.
She got so agitated when she realized she had lost her wallet.
〜のように見える、思われる
appear to be 〜 adj./Noun
You appear (to be) very pleased.
He appears (to be) busy.
It appears (to be) a serious problem.
腰をかがめる
猫背になる
bend over
I bent over to watch what it is.
You need to bend over.
bend over backward
全力を尽くす
I bent over backwards to pass the Celpip exam.
be hunched over
I’m hunched over all day.
I spent all day hunched over a computer.
これは何でできていますか。
石でできています。
What is this made of?
It is made of stone.
これは何でできていますか。
石でできています。
What is this made of?
It is made of stone.
勘違いをする、誤解する
間違って解釈する
読み間違える
聞き間違える
misunderstand
I think she misunderstood what I said.
misinterpret
She misinterpreted his silence as a sign of anger.
misread
misheard
もはや〜でない
もう〜しない
no longer
動詞の前に
She no longer works in this clinic.
Ryan no longer wants to be with Jena.
be動詞の後に
He is no longer able to sing.
It was no longer raining.
There is no longer a bookstore in that mall.
助動詞の直後
I can no longer stay up all night.
イライラする、興奮する、動揺する
get agitated
I felt myself starting to get agitated.
自分がイライラし始めているのを感じた。
和らげる、柔らかくする V.
soften V.
He tried to soften her anger with kind words.
場合によっては
in some cases
In some cases, you can go home early today.
In some cases, additional documentation may be required.
In some cases, treatment can take several months to be effective.
In some cases, companies offer additional benefits to retain employees.
In some cases, a simple apology can fix everything.
In some cases, skipping breakfast can actually help with weight loss.
最初は、当初、adv.
initially
I initially asked the Youth-C students to write about planning a trip to Japan, but I mistakenly gave you the wrong instructions.
首や、肩が凝っている、張っている adj.
首や、肩が凝っている、張っている状態 N.
tight
My neck feels tight after working on the computer all day.
My shoulders are really tight today.
Sitting in the same position for too long makes my neck tight.
tightness
I have tightness in my neck and shoulders.
Do you feel any tightness in your shoulders?
The tightness in my shoulders is causing me discomfort.
拷問、苦痛 N.
拷問する、苦しめる(身体的、または精神的な苦痛を与える) V.
誰かを精神的または感情的に苦しめることを指します。具体的には、嫌な思いをさせたり、ストレスを与えたりする行為で、言葉や行動で相手を困らせる様子が含まれます。たとえば、ある人を無視したり、意地悪を言ったりすることが該当します。
カジュアルな会話で「torture」を使う場合、誇張表現として「すごくつらい」「耐えられないほどイヤだ」というニュアンスで使える
torture N.
The prisoner endured days of torture.
Waiting for the exam results was pure torture.
The summer heat in Japan is torture! I can’t take it anymore.
The running 10km was pure torture. My legs are killing me.
Waiting for my food to arrive is torture when I’m starving.
torture V.
The spies were tortured for information.
He was tortured by guilty after lying to his friend.
Her constant teasing was torturing him emotionally.
幸福、健康 N.
心身の健康や幸せな状態を表すときに使う
well-being
physical well-being
mental well-being
Physical well-being is important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
She is always concerned about the well-being of her family.
Regular exercise can improve both your physical and mental well-being.
人をからかう
tease someone
Don’t tease me.
Don’t tease him.
He used to tease me a lot.
It looks like they are having a fight, but they are just teasing each other.
His mother told him to stop teasing his little sister.
奇跡的な、驚くべき adj.
miraculous
My former Japanese colleague from the school I’ve been working at in Vancouver, and my former student whom I had taught at the same school, both started working at the same school in Fukuoka this month! This destiny is miraculous!!!
有害な、悪影響を及ぼす adj.
何かが健康・成長・発展などに悪い影響を与える場合に使われる
detrimental
Stop overthinking. Being stuck in negative thoughts is detrimental to your body and mindset/your life. Take action, move your body before you feel ready!
Smoking is detrimental to your health.
Lack of sleep can be detrimental to your performance at work.
慣れる/慣れていく (プロセス中)
最初は慣れていなかったけど、だんだん慣れていくという途中の変化
慣れている (完了した状態)
すでに慣れていて、それが普通になっている状態
get used to N./ ing
I’m gettinig used to waking up early.
It took me a while to get used to the cold weather in Canada.
I got used to speaking English with my beginner student after a few months.
be used to N./ ing
I’m used to speaking English at work.
She is used to living alone.
Now, I am used to living in Vancouver.
素晴らしい Adj.
terrific
These pictures are terrific!
That is a terrific idea!
The food at this restaurant was terrific!
It felt terrific to build a kind of silent connection with such a powerful animal.
怖がらせる、威圧する、気後れさせる V.
intimidate someone
The large dog intimidated the children.
He tried to intimidate me with his angry tone, but I stayed calm.
Be/feel intimidated (受け身)
I felt intimidated when I had to speak English in front of native speakers.
Sometimes I feel intimidated when I speak English with native speakers.
I was intimidated by his confidence.
I feel a little intimidated when I talk with someone who is very religious.
（爆破・銃撃などで）～を破壊する phv.
blow up phv.
President Trump has also unveiled a long list of countries to be hit with new tariffs. Canada is not on it for now, but the post war trading system has effectively been blown up. These new tariffs are sending shockwaves through economic hubs in Europe.
何もないよりはまし
何もしないよりはまし
遅くてもやらないよりはまし
Better than nothing
Hey! That’s your lunch? That won’t be enough.
→ Better than nothing.
It’s better than not doing anything
I don’t speak Japanese, but I’m trying to communicate with hand gestures. It’s better than not doing anything, right?
Better late than never
Did you turn in your research paper?
Nope.
It was due yesterday.
I’ll turn it in tomorrow. Better late than never.
身代わり、生贄、他者のせいにされる人責任転嫁の対象(贖罪のヤギ) N.
scapegoat
The boss made him the scapegoat for the company’s failure.
The manager decided to make Tom the scapegoat for the project’s failure.
「医師」「医学者」特に、physicianは患者に対して診断や治療を行う医学の専門家を指します。これは主に内科医に使われることが多い。手術はしない
「医師」全ての総称
physician N.
doctor N.
「医師」「医学者」特に、physicianは患者に対して診断や治療を行う医学の専門家を指します。これは主に内科医に使われることが多い。手術はしない
「医師」全ての総称
physician N.
doctor N.
〜しないように(気をつけて)
〜しないようにする
so that you don’t V.
Be careful so that you don’y fall.
Speak quietly so that you don’t wake the baby.
try not to V. / make sure not to
I try not to be late.
Try not to worry too much.
Make sure not to forget your umbrella.
学校に遅れる
be late for school
The boy who stays up late every night is often late for school.
I’m late for work today.
夜更かしする Phv.
stay up late
I stayed up late last night so I’m tired.
I stayed up late watching movie last night.
以前は、かつては Adv.
once
ニュアンス (今は違うけど、以前は〜だった)
S + once + V
S + was/were + once + adj./Noun.
She once lived in New York.
I once believed anything was possible.
This place was once full of life.
I am not as strong as I once was.
The building was no longer looks as beautiful as it once did.
I was once naive, but I’ve learned a lot of life lessons since moving abroad.
それは残念だね、がっかりだね
*軽い共感や残念な気持ちを表すときによく使われる
That’s a bummer
A: I missed the last bus.
B: oh no, that’s a bummer.
A: The concert got cancelled because of the rain.
B: That’s a bummer! I was really looking forward to it!
最悪！ひどいね！ついてないね！
*不満、同情、がっかりを表す口語表現
That sucks!
A: I have to work this weekend.
B: Ugh, that sucks!
A: I failed my driving test!
B: That sucks. You were so close!
That movie sucked. I expected more.
人が〜したのを覚えている
remember 人 + -ing
I remember my brother trying to imitate me and when he was a toddler.
I remember my manager getting agitated with our team for not making enough profit in the past quarter.
(◯◯)は(日時)に予定されている
(出来事) is scheduled for (日時)
Our next meeting is scheduled for Monday.
I’d like to confirm our meeting scheduled for 10 AM tomorrow.
I am scheduled for my annual checkup next week.
〜する予定になっている
be scheduled to V
I am scheduled to have a walking tour tomorrow.
Karim is scheduled to give a speech at the event next week.
予定通り
on schedule
予定より遅れている
behind schedule
予定より早い
ahead of schedule
ぐらぐらする、よろめく adj.
wobbly
Why is this table so wobbly?
Be careful of the chair. It’s a bit wobbly.
My legs feel a bit wobbly.
This stool Is too wobbly to stand on.
リラックする V.
*緊張をほぐす
To relax or take a break after a busy day
unwind
How do you usually unwind after such a busy day?
What’s your favorite way to unwind?
Drinking hot tea helps me unwind after a long day.
I like to unwind by taking a bath.
タイヤ N.
tire
The car hit the front left tire of my colleague’s car.
休む phv
rest up
Please rest up, I hope you get well soon.
*restよりも口語的な表現
驚くべき、並外れた adj.
extraordinary adj.
This palace is one of the world’s most extraordinary buildings
品位、良識 N.
decency
〜をかき消す phv.
drown out
She is going to put her headphones on to drown out the coughing.
She turned up the music to drown out her thoughts.
〔精神的 ・肉体的 に人を〕疲れさせる、弱らせる adj.
drained
I was drained from working all the day.
I feel so drained.
電車に乗っていて、隣の人との距離が近すぎて、もっと離れてほしい時、日本人は直接相手に言うのではなく、ちょっと座りなおすふりをして暗に相手に気付かせようとしてみたり、電車の揺れを利用して腕で相手を向こう側に押してみたりして、無言で「もっとそっちに離れてよ」と伝えようとする。
passive aggressive
急いで idiom.
in a rush
Sorry, I’m in a rush.
She’s in a hurry to catch the train.
Everyone seemed to be in a rush.
I’m not in a rush.
That way, even if you’re in a rush in the morning, your food will be ready to grab and go.
V.
掴む、
素早く手に入れる
素早く食べる
素早く飲む
grab
I have no time for lunch, maybe just enough time to grab something from the convenience store.
I’m so thirsty, shall we grab a drink?
He wanted to know if I can grab a drink after work.
Let’s grab a taxi instead of taking the train.
Would you like to grab a coffee?
grab and go
*サッと◯◯してパッと行く
Let’s grab a drink and go.
I’ll just grab sandwhich and go to the meeting.
〜している間に、〜しながら
as + subject + verb
Asはネイティブっぽい、1番柔らかい〜しながら
She was singing as she cooked dinner.
He waved at me as he walked away.
The kids were laughing as they played in the park.
追求する V.
pursue
I’m working hard to pursue my dream of being a freelance Japanese teacher.
My dream is to become a freelance Japanese teacher, and I’m determined to pursue it.
堂々と、遠慮せずに、謝ることなく adv.
unapologetically
She speaks her mind unapologetically.
I would like to live unapologetically as myself.
I want to pursue my dream unapologetically.
副業、サイドビジネス
side hustle
Do you have a side hustle?
She teaches Japanese as a side hustle.
I’m trying to turn my side hustle into a full-time job.
I’m planning to start tutoring Japanese as a side hustle.
私も好きじゃない
I don’t like ———either
I don’t like this weather either!
まぁ、それも一理あるね
うん、わかった
それなら仕方ないね
なるほど、了解
fair enough
- 意見に納得するとき
I don’t want to go out tonight. I’m really tired.
→ Fair enough. Let’s stay in then. - 相手の考えを受け入れるとき
I think we should focus on just one project for now.
→ Fair enough. That makes sense. - 一応理解を示す時 (ちょっと距離を置いた感じ)
I prefer working home.
→ Fair enough.
達成感を感じる
やり遂げたと感じる
*何かを頑張って終えた後に、自分の努力が報われたような満足感を表す
feel accoplished
I feel accomplished after running 10 km.
I finally finished my CELPIP exam! I feel so accomplished!
Even though it was a small task, I feel accomplished!
Cleaning my room always makes me feel accomplished.
If I study everyday, even just a little, I feel accomplished because I’m sticking to my routine and working toward my goal.
あまり時間がない
I don’t have much time
I don’t have much time because the marathon is next Sunday, and there’s a big event at school on Saturday, so it’s gonna be a pretty busy weekend!
誰かを案内する phv.
show someone around
I’ll show you around the city.
Please show me around the museum.
My friend will show me around the town.
One of my friends wanted to try ramen, but she couldn’t make it today. She told me her relatives are coming to Vancouver, so she has to show them around.
陰鬱な、陰気な、憂鬱な adj.
groomy
A groomy day
A gloomy room
He looks gloomy.
I’d like to go out today because the weather is kind of gloomy, and I don’t want to stay home for too long.
気分に影響を与えている
気分が変わる原因になっている
気分に影響している
affect my mood
The weather is affecting my mood.
Lack of sleep really affects my mood.
Stress at work has been affecting my mood lately.
Spending time with friends always affects my mood in a good way.
*affect my mood in a good way or bad wayでもいい。
- あまり自信がない adj.
感情・気持ちにフォーカス - 自信があまりない N.
自信の量にフォーカス
- Confident
I Don’t feel very confident.
I don’t feel very confident about my speaking. - Confidence
I don’t have much confidence.
I don’t have much confidence in my English.
いつもより上手くいった
It went better than usual
It went better than usual, but I still think my speaking skills need improvement.
(パフォーマンスに)影響する
affect my performance
The reading part was really tough. Normally, there are four sections, but last Thursday, there were five! It really confused me and affected my performance.
あまり自分を責めないで
Don’t be too hard on yourself.
It sounds like you handled it well, even if it felt tough. Adding an extra section would throw anyone off, so don’t be too hard on yourself!
それが大丈夫なんだよ。
それこそが重要なことだよ。
That’s what counts
You tried your best, and that’s what counts.
I didn’t win the race, but I finished it. That’s what counts.
You kept studying even when you are tired. That’s what counts!
Just remember, no matter the outcome, it’s all part of your learning journey. You’ve been working so hard, and that’s what counts.
心に、頭の中に
in mind
Do you have anywhere in mind for lunch?
I was thinking of going somewhere cozy. Do you have any place in mind?
Let me know if you have any place in mind!
覚えておいてね
keep in mind
Keep in mind that speaking test is only 20 mins.
You should keep your goal in mind while studying.
To try hard or apply oneself to achieve something, whether it’s a task, a goal, or a situation. It signifies dedicating time, energy, and attention to making something happen or improve
put an effort
You have been putting in a lot of effort. That’s what really matters.
I should put in a lot of effort to improve English!
