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Episode ＃7 の 表現と例文 ★ on the ball The phrase "on the ball" is an idiomatic expression used to describe someone who is alert, attentive, and well-prepared. When someone is "on the ball," it means they are focused, quick to respond, and effectively handling their responsibilities or tasks. This phrase is often used to praise individuals who are organized, knowledgeable, and...

【リスニング問題に挑戦！】 日常会話などでよく使われる句動詞や表現などを使った短いストーリー。 まずは、スクリプトを見ないで聴いてみて、 質問に答えられるか、挑戦してくださいね！ ～ストーリー～ The local community center organized a garden sale to generate funds for a new playground. Volunteers spent weeks nurturing beautiful flowers and plants to sell. The sale generated a lot of interest, and peopl...

Episode ＃6 表現と例文 ★Comply Comply means to obey or adhere to rules, regulations, requests, or instructions. ：規則、規制、要求、指示に従う、順守する。 ＜例文＞ The employees must comply with the company safety guidelines by wearing proper protective gear while working in the hazardous area. As a responsible citizen, it is essential to comply with traffic laws to ensure the safety of yourself a...

【リスニング問題に挑戦！】 日常会話などでよく使われる句動詞や表現などを使った短いストーリー。 まずは、スクリプトを見ないで聴いてみて、 質問に答えられるか、挑戦してくださいね！ ～ストーリー～ Michael was on a hike in the mountains with his friends. As they reached a narrow trail, their guide warned them, "Look out for loose rocks." Michael paid close attention and took each step carefully...

【リスニング問題に挑戦！】 日常会話などでよく使われる句動詞や表現などを使った短いストーリー。 まずは、スクリプトを見ないで聴いてみて、 質問に答えられるか、挑戦してくださいね！ ～ストーリー～ Mary recently purchased a new laptop online. However, when she received the package, she noticed that it was damaged. She immediately contacted the seller and requested to send it back for a replacement. The s...

【リスニング問題に挑戦！】 日常会話などでよく使われる句動詞や表現などを使った短いストーリー。 まずは、スクリプトを見ないで聴いてみて、 質問に答えられるか、挑戦してくださいね！ ～ストーリー～ Emma received an emotional letter from her best friend, Sarah, who was moving to another country. As she read the heartfelt words, Emma smiled, and she couldn't help but tear up. Sarah's letter remined...

【リスニング問題に挑戦！】 これまでのエピソードで出てきた句動詞や表現などを使った短いストーリー。 まずは、スクリプトを見ないで聴いてみて 質問に答えられるか、挑戦してくださいね！ ～ストーリー～ David had been using his old car for years, but it finally bit the dust. The engine stopped working, and it was beyond repair. He decided it was time to buy a new car that would be more reliable.   Question...

【リスニング問題に挑戦！】 これまでのエピソードで出てきた句動詞や表現などを使った短いストーリー。 まずは、スクリプトを見ないで聴いてみて 質問に答えられるか、挑戦してくださいね！ ～ストーリー～ Emily and her friends were having a picnic in the park when suddenly a heavy rainstorm broke out. They quickly packed up their belongings and ran for shelter under a nearby gazebo until the rain stopped.   Q...

Episode ＃5 の 表現と例文 ★Break out： Break out is used when something begins or starts quickly or suddenly, often without warning. One meaning is in the case of war, fighting, or other undesirable things which start suddenly. To open or start using something, often implying that it is being kept hidden or stored until it is needed.  ：（急に・突然）～が起こる（発生する・出現する・始まる）、（戦...

【リスニング問題に挑戦！】 これまでのエピソードで出てきた句動詞や表現などを使った短いストーリー。 まずは、スクリプトを見ないで聴いてみて 質問に答えられるか、挑戦してくださいね！ ～ストーリー～  John was negotiating a business deal with a client and promised to deliver a product within a week, even though he knew it was impossible. He had painted himself into a corner and had to work around the clo...

【リスニング問題に挑戦！】 これまでのエピソードで出てきた句動詞や表現などを使った短いストーリー。 まずは、スクリプトを見ないで聴いてみて 質問に答えられるか、挑戦してくださいね！ ～ストーリー～ Alex had been working at the same company for ten years and was unhappy with his job. One day, he lost his temper and quit his job without giving any notice. In doing so, he burned his bridges with his forme...

【リスニング問題に挑戦！】 これまでのエピソードで出てきた句動詞や表現などを使った短いストーリー。 まずは、スクリプトを見ないで聴いてみて 質問に答えられるか、挑戦してくださいね！ ～ストーリーのスクリプト～ John's friends had planned a surprise party for his birthday, but they had to keep him in the dark about it in order for it to be a surprise. John was completely oblivious to the plans and th...

【リスニング問題に挑戦！】 これまでのエピソードで出てきた句動詞や表現などを使った短いストーリー。 まずは、スクリプトを見ないで聴いてみて 質問に答えられるか、挑戦してくださいね！ ～ストーリーのスクリプト～ Samantha was at a business conference, and she had the opportunity to hear from a keynote speaker. She was excited to learn from the speaker and arrived early to get a good seat. When the speaker...

【リスニング問題に挑戦！】 これまでのエピソードで出てきた句動詞や表現などを使った短いストーリー。 まずは、スクリプトを見ないで聴いてみて 質問に答えられるか、挑戦してくださいね！ ～ストーリーのスクリプト～ Samantha was feeling nervous before her big presentation at work. She had been preparing for weeks and was eager to impress her boss. As soon as she entered the meeting room, her colleagues greet...

【リスニング問題に挑戦！】 これまでのエピソードで出てきた句動詞や表現などを使った短いストーリー。 まずは、スクリプトを見ないで聴いてみて 質問に答えられるか、挑戦してくださいね！ ～ストーリーのスクリプト～ After a long day at work, Michael came home feeling exhausted. He decided to take a short nap before going out for dinner with his friends. He laid down on the couch and fell asleep. However, he...

Episode ＃4の 表現と例文 ★Move in(to)： 引っ越してくる、～に入居する ・I found a new apartment this weekend.  I’m going to move in at the end of this month. ・We have new neighbors. I saw them moving in on Monday. ・Have you moved in to your new office yet? ★Move out： 引っ越す ・I can hardly wait to move out of this tiny apartment.  I need more space. ・My son is finally moving out. &nb...

Episode ＃3の 表現と例文 ★Sleep through： ～の間中、眠り続ける ・I’m sorry I’m late. I slept through my alarm and missed my train. ・Janet was so exhausted she slept through her math class today. ★Head off to： （目的地、目的とする対象）に向かう ・The family is heading off to the beach for a week-long vacation. ・I'm heading off to college next month, so I'm trying to save up as much money as poss...

Episode ＃2 の 表現と例文 ★Go off：（目的があってその場所を）立ち去る ・I don’t like to go to parties when I don’t know anyone.  I tend to go off and find someplace quiet to read. ・My friends signed up for the tour, but went off and explored the museum by myself. ★Go off：（目覚まし時計などが）鳴り出す ・My alarm clock didn't go off this morning and I overslept, making me late for work. ・Th...

Episode ＃1 の 表現と例文 ★Get in：～に入り込む、乗り込む ・Please get in the car, we’re going to be late! ・On a hot day, it feels good to get in the swimming pool. ★Get out：外へ出る、出ていく ・I want to get out of this hotel room and do some sightseeing. ・That meeting was so long, I thought we’d never get out of it. ★Put on：～を身に付ける ・You should put on your coat, it’s very cold outside...

日常会話でよく使う英語表現を phrasal verbs（句動詞）を中心に、MarkとMiho が アメリカからご紹介！  英語ネイティブは、日常会話で phrasal verbs（句動詞）を頻繁に使います。 ビジネスの場でも例外ではありません。 　   ＊Phrasal verbs： 基本的な動詞（come、put、go、take など）と前置詞や副詞（in、on、out、off など）の組み合わせ  Phrasal verbs（句動詞） は頻繁に使われるので、英会話力を伸...