英字新聞を読み解く!!!Vol.247難易度★★★★☆

英字新聞を読むには各単語の形式を知ることが大事!

英語を勉強し始めたばかりの段階だと、教材と違って英字新聞を読むのはかなり難しいと思います。それぞれの新聞が独自の書き方をもっていたりもするので。なので、僕が補足をつけながら、英字新聞を読むのお手伝いしようと思います。教材の文法には慣れたけど英字新聞はまだ苦手という、初級ー中級あたりの人用の解説です。

何回も言いますが、新聞を読むためには各々の単語が名詞(noun)なのか、形容詞(adjective)なのか、副詞(adverb)なのかがめちゃくちゃ大事になってきます!文法はほんっっっっっっとうに大事です!!!一緒に一つずつやっていきましょう!僕の勉強がわりにもなっているので、僕が知っていることは飛ばしていたりします。なので、何かわからないことがあれば気軽にコメントください。できるだけ答えます!よろしくお願いします 😉

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まずはざっと読んでみてください。

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それでは英字新聞 読解スタートです!

The 9 reasons having sex is good for you, according to science

Past study shows having sex for less than 25 minutes burns around 69.1 calories

・This count is even higher if you are on top, in a squat position or have an orgasm

if you are on top,〜 は、女性の性行為中のポジションの説明をしています。

Sex boosts the number of antibodies people produce, strengthening immunity

・Regular, healthy sex lives make people look around seven years younger

・Sexually-active older people score better in verbal and visual tests

antibody (noun)

Cambridge Dictionaryによると” a protein produced in the blood that fights diseases by attacking and killing harmful bacteria: というふうに記載されていますね。日本語でいう「抗体」です。

例文:

Antibodies found in breast milk protect newborn babies against infection.

immunity (noun)

Cambridge Dictionary によると” protection against a particular disease or illness by particular substances in the blood というふうに記載されていますね。hostile は、敵意を持ってという意味です。

例文:

It is possible to develop an immunity to many illnesses.

Science reveals nine ways having sex benefits your health.

According to California-based obstetrician-gynaecologist Dr Sherry Ross, few things in life are better for people’s hearts, bodies and souls than getting intimate between the sheets.

obstetrician-gynaecologist は、産婦人科の医者 です。

From burning calories to boosting the immune system and even fighting the signs of ageing, numerous studies reveal regular love making seriously boosts people’s wellbeing.

Sex is even a natural painkiller and could help combat insomnia, Dr Ross adds.

insomnia 不眠症 です。

Below, Dr Ross outlines the nine ways, proven by science, being active between the sheets boosts people’s health and wellbeing.

be intimate with someone (Phrase / Adjective)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると” to have sex with someone というふうに記載されています。フォーマルな表現です。

例文:

She denies they were ever intimate.

They had been good friends, but they had never in any way been intimate.

between the sheets (phrasal verb)

Free Dictionaryによると” Colloquially, of or pertaining to sexual intercourse. “というふうに記載されています。

例文:

In polite company, one does not discuss what happens between the sheets.

insomnia (noun)

Cambridge Dictionaryによると” the condition of being unable to sleep, over a period of time: “ というふうに記載されていますね。

例文:

Holly suffered from insomnia caused by stress at work.

To outline (verb)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると ” to give the main ideas of a plan or a piece of writing without giving all the details “ という風に記載されていますね。

例文:

The document outlines our company’s recycling policy.

In his speech, the Prime Minister will outline his new proposals.

At the interview she outlined what I would be doing.

Burns calories 

Researchers from the University of Quebec at Montreal analysed 21 heterosexual couples with an average age of 22.

Results revealed women burn, on average, 69.1 calories when they have sex for just under 25 minutes. 

This calorie-burning number climbs higher still if you are on top, in a squat position or having an orgasm.

Dr Ross told NetDoctor: ‘The act of sexual intimacy can be a great workout and counts as such for many as their daily exercise regimen.’

intimacy (noun)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると ” the sexual act. This word is used especially by lawyers or the police “という風に記載されていますね。

例文:

Intimacy between teachers and students is not recommended.

He denies that intimacy ever took place.

regimen (noun)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると ” a programme of medical treatment, exercise, or special food for improving your health or appearance “ という風に記載されていますね。

例文:

The doctors recommend that he continue his exercise regimen.

After his heart attack the doctor put him on a strict regimen.

His doctor put him on a strict regimen of exercise and low-fat food.

Boosts the immune system

A study by Indiana University found women with healthy sex lives produce higher levels of antibodies, which fight off infections.

Dr Ross said: ‘Regular sex makes for a stronger immune system, fighting off common illnesses such as colds and having less sick days from work. 

‘Sex also helps lower your blood pressure and lowers your risk of heart attacks.’

fight off (phrasal verb)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると ” if your body fights off an illness, it prevents the illness from making you ill “ という風に記載されていますね。

例文:

Her body couldn’t fight the infection off.

make for (phrasal verb)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると” to help to make something possible “ というふうに記載されていますね。

例文:

The new computers make for much greater productivity.

Having faster computers would make for a more efficient system.

Prevents incontinence

For women suffering from urinary incontinence, which is common after childbirth, incorporating Kegel exercises into your sex life can strengthen your pelvic floor and improve bladder control, according to Dr Ross.

urinary incontinenceは、尿失禁という膀胱に尿をとどめられない病気です。

kegel exercises は、尿を保つ能力を向上させるように設計された女性のためのエクササイズです。

pelvic floor は、骨盤底; 直腸床です。

bladder control は、膀胱の制御(コントロール)です。

If this isn’t enough, such exercises also heighten orgasms for both you and your partner, she adds.

To incorporate (verb)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると” to add or include something as a part of something else, for example as a part of an arrangement or a document “ と記載されていますね。

例文:

The Government incorporated this principle into the 1977 law.

Suggestions from the survey have been incorporated into/in the final design.

The film incorporates elements of fantasy and science fiction.

Is a natural painkiller

Contracting genital muscles generate a pleasurable feeling that can reduce the discomfort of menstrual cramps, headaches and joint pain, according to Dr Ross.

menstrual cramps は月経痛、joint pain 関節痛です。

She adds tracking your menstrual cycle and scheduling in an orgasm before your first period could prevent crippling discomfort.

menstrual cycle 月経周期 です。

To contract (verb)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると ” if a muscle contracts, it becomes tighter “ という風に記載されていますね。

genital (adjective)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると ” relating to the outer sex organs of a person or animal “ という風に記載されていますね。

例文:

the genital area

the genital organs

pleasurable (adjective)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると ” giving you a feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction “ という風に記載されていますね。

例文:

a pleasurable experience

a pleasurable evening/meal

The hotels were not so good, but on the whole the trip was a pleasurable experience.

discomfort (noun)

Cambridge Dictionaryによると ” a feeling of being uncomfortable physically or mentally, or something that causes this: “ という風に記載されていますね。

例文:

You may feel a little discomfort for a few days after the operation.

I could move my arm, but I had a lot of discomfort.

crippling (adjective)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると ” causing a lot of pain or other health problems “ という風に記載されていますね。

例文:

A crippling attack of malaria kept him in bed for months.

Aids insomnia 

After an orgasm, endorphins and the hormone prolactin are released, which relax the body and mind to promote sleep, Dr Ross claims.

endorphins は、エンドルフィン、幸福ホルモンです。

prolactin は、プロラクチンというホルモンです。

To promote (verb)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると” to support or encourage something “ と記載されていますね。

例文:

a campaign to promote recycling

The intense light promotes rapid growth of weeds and algae.

Boosts pregnancy chances – even if you’re not ovulating!

Researchers from the Kinsey Institute and Indiana University found women who have sex when not ovulating create an environment in their wombs that make it more hospitable for growing embryos.

embryosは、胎芽 、人間の受胎後 8 週(約 2 か月)以内の個体です。

This is due to orgasms activating the immune system, which then seems to prepare women for even the possibility of pregnancy. 

To ovulate (verb)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると ” when a woman or female animal ovulates, she produces an egg in her body and can become pregnant “ という風に記載されていますね。

例文:

Some women take drugs to help them ovulate.

Improves mental health

According to the sex therapist Vanessa Marin, skin-to-skin contact releases oxytocin, which is also known as the ‘cuddle hormone’.

This can reduce anxiety and stress, while promoting feelings of closeness.

cuddle (verb/noun)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると ” if you cuddle someone, you put your arms round them and hold them close to show that you like or love them “ という風に記載されていますね。

例文:

He took her in his arms and cuddled her.

Couples were kissing and cuddling in corners.

They sat in the back row of the cinema kissing and cuddling.

I need a cuddle.

Prevents wrinkles

In 2013, UK-based neuropsychologist Dr David Weeks questioned more than 3,500 people about their sex lives over 10 years.

neuropsychologist は、神経心理学者です。

Results revealed those who have regular, healthy sex lives look up to seven years younger than people who do not get intimate two-to-three times a week.

look up toというphrasal verbではないです。

Dr Weeks believes this is due to the release of endorphins that boost circulation and reduce stress, as well as the production of human growth hormones, which promote skin elasticity.

elasticity は、弾力性です。

circulation (noun)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると ” the continuous movement of blood around your body “ という風に記載されていますね。

例文:

Exercise helps to improve circulation.

She suffers from poor circulation.

Exercise will increase muscle strength and improve your circulation.

Makes you brainier 

According to a study published in the Journals of Gerontology, sexually-active older adults perform better in verbal and visual tests.

This may be due to the release of oxytocin and ‘the happy hormone’ dopamine, which have both been linked to improved cognitive function.

brainy (adjective)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると ” very intelligent, especially at school or college “ という風に記載されていますね。

cognitive (adjective)

Macmillan Dictionaryによると ” in psychology, a cognitive science or process is one that is connected with recognizing and understanding things “ という風に記載されていますね。

例文:

Studies show a connection between aerobic exercise and cognitive ability.

最後に、内容が理解でき、新しい単語も知ることができたら、必ずCambridge Dictionaryか、Macmillan Dictionaryで例文を読むようにしてください。そして一番シンプルで、自分が日常使いしときやすそうなもをノートやスマホに書き溜めておいてください。そしてこれを移動中の時などに声に出して覚えることが本当に大事です!(電車では難しいので、僕はよく歩きますw)

これをしないと全然伸びていきません!

それではまた明日も更新していきます!

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