Shinkanzen Master N1 Vocabulary Lesson 18: Manner, State, and Characteristics

→ You must not neglect your studies.

→ Do the job carelessly just to get it over with.

→ I gently declined the invitation.

→ Complain in an indirect way.

→ I subtly warned him without being direct.

→ He replied curtly.

→ The store clerk treated me in an unfriendly manner.

→ Answer curtly.

→ She treated me coldly.

→ The proposal was approved without difficulty.

→ I was able to win easily.

→ Prepare so that the meeting proceeds smoothly.

→ The plan is progressing smoothly.

→ The work is progressing smoothly.

→ Perform the magic trick brilliantly.

→ I still remember that event vividly.

→ State your opinion clearly.

→ Tell the story in an exaggerated way.

→ He reacted with slightly exaggerated surprise.

→ Express the pain in an exaggerated way.

→ The prolonged rain makes me feel gloomy and irritated.

→ I feel slightly uncomfortable and intimidated by my boss's presence.

→ I find interpersonal relationships troublesome.

→ Flies buzz around annoyingly.

→ It is unusually hot today.

→ He is strangely calm.

→ This room is strangely quiet.

→ Take turns carrying the luggage.

→ Arrange white and black alternately.

→ Take turns driving.

→ A stone came flying toward me, and I dodged it instantly.

→ The ball came flying toward me, and I reflexively closed my eyes.

→ Its beauty made me involuntarily hold my breath.

→ I was startled when my name was called unexpectedly.

→ Suddenly, heavy rain began to fall.

→ I was surprised by the sudden visit.

→ The schedule was suddenly changed.

→ He remained silent throughout the meeting.

→ Never neglect one's efforts.

→ She is always smiling.

→ Prepare the materials in advance.

→ Contact them in advance before visiting.

→ Make a plan in advance.

→ I had wanted to go to that shop for some time.

→ I barely made the last train.

→ I made the deadline at the very last moment.

→ I somehow managed to pass the exam.

→ I somehow managed to achieve the goal.

→ Business performance improved significantly.

→ This book is extremely interesting.

→ The project took longer than expected and significantly exceeded the budget.

→ That is an extremely difficult task.

→ Thank you very much for all your help.

→ This cake is very delicious.

→ Every one of his proposals was rejected.

→ I lost everything I had.

→ I ate all the food without leaving any.

→ I finished all the homework.

→ Eat a whole apple.

→ Inherit one's mother's temperament entirely.

→ On my days off, I mainly stay home and read books.

→ The readers of this magazine are mainly women in their twenties.

→ The homework is almost finished.

→ I understand the general situation.

→ Explain the plan in broad terms.

→ A rough calculation comes to about 10,000 yen.

→ I will explain the rules briefly and simply.

→ I know absolutely nothing about his past.

→ That story is a complete lie.

→ I cannot understand what he is saying at all.

→ It has not changed at all from the old days.

→ I've been so busy that I haven't been sleeping properly lately.

→ My salary is low, so I cannot even eat adequately.

→ Preparations for departure are fully in order.

→ I'm unusually thirsty today.

→ I was terribly tired today.

→ Knowing I may be disliked, I dare to offer harsh but necessary advice.

→ If I had to say, this one is of higher quality.

→ Thank you for going out of your way to come in the rain.

→ If you don't want to eat, you don't have to force yourself.

→ She always dresses elegantly.

→ The polite way of speaking is very refined.

→ I bought a bag with an elegant design.

→ He has a strong, robust build.

→ A tough person who is fine even after staying up all night.

→ He has the mental strength to withstand adversity.

→ Among the new employees, he shows the most promise.

→ She is a promising young researcher with a bright future.

→ Business in this field has excellent future potential.

→ This year's team can be expected to win the championship.

→ An unsightly attitude after losing.

→ Crying and screaming loudly in public is disgraceful.

→ I fell in front of everyone and felt embarrassed.

→ You should not go to an interview dressed sloppily.

→ Speak rudely and carelessly to a customer.

→ Behave rudely toward someone older.

→ Interrupting someone while they are speaking is impolite.

→ I consulted him, but his reply was cold and indifferent.

→ Take an indifferent attitude toward someone in trouble.

→ His memory is vague and unreliable.

→ A vague and unclear answer that is difficult to understand.

→ I am having trouble because the cause is unclear.

→ A person suitable to be a leader.

→ Take appropriate measures according to the situation.

→ Choose a book suited to your own level.

→ A desirable result was obtained.

→ An early response is desirable.

→ A product that is good for the environment.

→ My mind is dull because of lack of sleep.

→ My cold has not fully gone away, so I do not feel refreshed.

→ That kind of attitude is not good.

→ Breathe in the refreshing morning air.

→ A refreshing autumn breeze blows.

→ Soak in a hot spring and work up a pleasant sweat.

→ Do not believe such ridiculous rumors.

→ It is ridiculous to do a job like this.

→ I wasted time watching a pointless TV program.

→ A simple design with unnecessary elements removed.

→ I admire a simple way of life.

→ Live a simple and frugal life deep in the mountains.

→ The names are similar and easy to confuse.

→ The matter is complicated, so please explain it with a diagram.

→ These two kanji look similar and are easy to confuse.

→ The procedure is troublesome, so I will put it off until later.

→ Cleaning is such a hassle.

→ Since joining the company, she has shown remarkable performance.

→ The team grew at an astonishing speed.