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英語 - 日本語
Confine
kənˈfaɪn
非常に一般的
~ 2800
~ 2800
単語の頻度と重要度指数は、特定の言語で単語がどのくらい頻繁に出現するかを示します。 数字が小さいほど、単語が使用される頻度が高くなります。 最も頻繁に使用される単語は通常1から4000の範囲です。 この重要度指数は、言語学習の過程で最も役立つ単語に焦点を当てるのに役立ちます。
単語の頻度と重要度指数は、特定の言語で単語がどのくらい頻繁に出現するかを示します。 数字が小さいほど、単語が使用される頻度が高くなります。 最も頻繁に使用される単語は通常1から4000の範囲です。 この重要度指数は、言語学習の過程で最も役立つ単語に焦点を当てるのに役立ちます。
制限する (せいげんする), 閉じ込める (とじこめる), 範囲を限定する (はんいをげんていする), 狭める (せまめる)
Confine の日本語での意味
制限する (せいげんする)
例:
We need to confine our discussion to the main issues.
私たちは議論を主要な問題に制限する必要があります。
The rules confine the players to the court.
ルールは選手たちをコート内に制限します。
使用法: Formalコンテクスト: Used in discussions or rules where limits are set.
注記: Often used in contexts where restrictions are necessary to focus on specific topics.
閉じ込める (とじこめる)
例:
They had to confine the animals in cages.
彼らは動物を檻に閉じ込めなければなりませんでした。
He was confined to his room for misbehaving.
彼は悪い行いのために自分の部屋に閉じ込められました。
使用法: Informalコンテクスト: Used when talking about physical confinement or restriction.
注記: This meaning often has a negative connotation, implying punishment or lack of freedom.
範囲を限定する (はんいをげんていする)
例:
The study confines itself to the effects of climate change.
この研究は気候変動の影響に範囲を限定しています。
Please confine your comments to the topic at hand.
コメントは現在のトピックに範囲を限定してください。
使用法: Formalコンテクスト: Used in academic or formal settings where scope is limited.
注記: This meaning emphasizes setting boundaries for clarity and focus in discussions or research.
狭める (せまめる)
例:
The new laws confine the rights of citizens.
新しい法律は市民の権利を狭めます。
The design confines the space to make it more efficient.
デザインはスペースを狭めて、より効率的にします。
使用法: Formal/Informalコンテクスト: Used in various contexts, including design and legal discussions.
注記: This meaning can refer to reducing or limiting space or options in multiple contexts.
Confineの同義語
restrict
To limit or control something within certain boundaries.
例: The company restricts access to sensitive information.
注記: Similar to 'confine,' but 'restrict' often implies a more intentional or official limitation.
limit
To set a boundary or cap on something.
例: The speed limit on this road is 55 miles per hour.
注記: Similar to 'confine,' but 'limit' can also refer to setting a maximum or minimum boundary.
restrain
To hold back or prevent someone or something from moving freely.
例: She had to restrain herself from laughing during the serious meeting.
注記: While 'restrain' can involve physical control, it can also refer to controlling emotions or actions.
enclose
To surround or envelop something within a boundary.
例: Please enclose a copy of your ID with the application form.
注記: Different from 'confine,' as 'enclose' focuses more on surrounding or including something within a space or object.
Confineの表現、よく使われるフレーズ
Within the confines of
This phrase means to stay within the limits or boundaries of something.
例: The team must work within the confines of the budget allocated for the project.
注記: It emphasizes restriction or constraint within a certain boundary.
Confined space
Refers to a enclosed area with limited space or restricted access.
例: Workers need special training before entering a confined space like a tank or a silo.
注記: It specifically denotes a small or restricted physical area.
Confine oneself to
To limit oneself to a particular activity, subject, or place.
例: I need to confine myself to studying tonight to prepare for the exam.
注記: It implies a self-imposed restriction or focus on a specific area.
Self-imposed confinement
Choosing to restrict or confine oneself voluntarily.
例: During the pandemic, many people experienced self-imposed confinement at home.
注記: It highlights the voluntary nature of the confinement.
Confine to quarters
To restrict someone to a specific area, usually a living space.
例: The captain ordered the crew to confine to quarters during the storm.
注記: It often refers to a temporary restriction for safety or discipline reasons.
Confineの日常（スラング）表現
Stir-crazy
Stir-crazy refers to a feeling of restlessness or anxiety that can arise from being confined or isolated for an extended period.
例: After being stuck at home for weeks, I started feeling stir-crazy and needed to get out.
注記: While 'confine' implies a physical restriction, 'stir-crazy' focuses more on the psychological effects of being confined.
Cabin fever
Cabin fever is a feeling of irritability and discontentment as a result of being confined indoors for too long.
例: Working from home for months gave him a serious case of cabin fever.
注記: Unlike 'confine' which is a neutral term for restriction, 'cabin fever' emphasizes the negative emotional impact of confinement.
Locked down
Locked down refers to the state of being confined to a certain place, often due to safety or security reasons.
例: During the pandemic, we were all locked down in our homes.
注記: While 'confine' can be voluntary or involuntary, 'locked down' typically implies a more enforced or restrictive form of confinement.
Grounded
Being grounded is a form of punishment that involves being confined to one's home or limited to certain activities.
例: After breaking curfew, my parents grounded me for a week.
注記: Unlike the general term 'confine,' 'grounded' specifically refers to a consequence or punishment for misbehavior.
Cooped up
To feel cooped up means to feel confined or restricted in a small or crowded space.
例: I feel so cooped up in this small apartment; I need to go for a walk.
注記: While 'confine' is a broader term for restriction, 'cooped up' conveys a sense of being cramped or stifled.
Under wraps
Under wraps means to be kept secret or confidential, often implying a form of confinement from public knowledge.
例: The project details are still under wraps until the official announcement.
注記: Unlike 'confine' which relates more to physical restriction, 'under wraps' pertains to keeping information hidden or restricted from disclosure.
In the doghouse
To be in the doghouse means to be in a state of disfavor, often resulting in being confined or restricted in some way.
例: After forgetting our anniversary, I found myself in the doghouse for a week.
注記: While 'confine' refers to physical limitation, 'in the doghouse' emphasizes a social or relational restriction due to disapproval or punishment.
Confine - 例
The fence will confine the animals to the designated area.
The prisoner was confined to his cell for 23 hours a day.
The tight dress confined her movements.
Confineの文法
Confine - 名詞 (Noun) / 名詞、単数または質量 (Noun, singular or mass)
見出し語: confine
活用
動詞、過去形 (Verb, past tense): confined
動詞、動名詞または現在分詞 (Verb, gerund or present participle): confining
動詞、三人称単数現在形 (Verb, 3rd person singular present): confines
動詞、原形 (Verb, base form): confine
動詞、三人称単数以外の現在形 (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): confine
音節、区切り、アクセント
confine 2 音節を含む: con • fine
音声表記: ˈkän-ˌfīn
con fine , ˈkän ˌfīn (赤い音節が強調されています)
Confine - 重要性と使用頻度
単語の頻度と重要度指数は、特定の言語で単語がどのくらい頻繁に出現するかを示します。 数字が小さいほど、単語が使用される頻度が高くなります。 最も頻繁に使用される単語は通常1から4000の範囲です。
confine: ~ 2800 (非常に一般的).
この重要度指数は、言語学習の過程で最も役立つ単語に焦点を当てるのに役立ちます。
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