Under

Beneath or below something, Less than a particular amount or level, Controlled or managed by someone, In a state of being subject to something

Under - 意味

Beneath or below something

例: The cat is hiding under the table.

使用法: informalコンテクスト: everyday situations

注記: Commonly used to indicate a position below or beneath something.

Less than a particular amount or level

例: The temperature is under 20 degrees Celsius.

使用法: formalコンテクスト: academic or technical contexts

注記: Used to express a quantity or level that is lower than a specified amount.

Controlled or managed by someone

例: The department is under new management.

使用法: formalコンテクスト: business or organizational settings

注記: Indicates supervision or authority over a person or entity.

In a state of being subject to something

例: The country is under attack.

使用法: formalコンテクスト: news or political discourse

注記: Used to describe a situation where something is experiencing or facing a particular condition or action.

Underの同義語

beneath

Beneath means in a lower position or under something else.

例: The treasure was buried beneath the old oak tree.

注記: Beneath is more formal and literary compared to under.

below

Below indicates a lower level or position than something else.

例: The temperature dropped below freezing last night.

注記: Below is often used in a more literal sense of being lower than something.

underneath

Underneath means directly under or beneath something.

例: She found her lost earring underneath the sofa.

注記: Underneath is often used to describe something hidden or concealed under another object.

Underの表現、よく使われるフレーズ

under the weather

Feeling slightly unwell or sick.

例: I'm feeling a bit under the weather today, so I'm going to stay home and rest.

注記: The phrase 'under the weather' uses 'under' to convey being affected by or experiencing a condition or state.

under the table

Engaging in secret or dishonest activities, especially regarding money.

例: They were exchanging money under the table, which is illegal.

注記: The phrase 'under the table' uses 'under' to indicate hidden or covert actions.

under pressure

Experiencing stress or being in a demanding situation.

例: She performs well under pressure, always staying calm in challenging situations.

注記: The phrase 'under pressure' uses 'under' to describe being subjected to a particular condition or circumstance.

under control

Managed or regulated successfully; not chaotic or out of hand.

例: The situation is now under control, and there is no need to worry.

注記: The phrase 'under control' uses 'under' to suggest a state of management or regulation.

under the radar

Not attracting attention or going unnoticed.

例: She prefers to work quietly and stay under the radar.

注記: The phrase 'under the radar' uses 'under' to imply flying or operating at a low profile to avoid detection or scrutiny.

under the impression

Believing something to be true, often based on incomplete or incorrect information.

例: I was under the impression that the meeting was canceled, but it seems I was mistaken.

注記: The phrase 'under the impression' uses 'under' to suggest being influenced or guided by a particular belief or understanding.

under the circumstances

Taking into account the existing conditions or situation.

例: She did the best she could under the circumstances.

注記: The phrase 'under the circumstances' uses 'under' to indicate operating within the framework of a given set of conditions or factors.

Underの日常（スラング）表現

Under the hood

Means to examine the internal workings or mechanisms of something, especially a vehicle.

例: Let's take a look under the hood to see what's causing the engine noise.

注記: The slang term 'under the hood' is metaphorical, relating to the literal engine hood of a car, while 'under' by itself signifies beneath or below.

Under the gun

Implies being under pressure or having a deadline looming.

例: We're really under the gun to finish this project by Friday.

注記: 'Under the gun' conveys urgency and pressure, in contrast to the neutral meaning of 'under' as being positioned below something.

Under your belt

Refers to having acquired or achieved something, usually experience or skills.

例: Once you have a few years of experience under your belt, you'll be ready for a promotion.

注記: 'Under your belt' suggests having gained something tangible, like experience, compared to 'under' indicating being beneath or below something physically.

Under the influence

Indicates being affected or controlled by something, often drugs or alcohol.

例: He was caught driving under the influence of alcohol.

注記: While 'under' simply means below or beneath, 'under the influence' specifically denotes being impacted by a substance or external factor.

Under - 例

The cat is hiding under the bed.

The bridge goes under the river.

The assistant is under the supervision of the manager.

Underの文法

Under - 前置詞 (Adposition) / 前置詞または従属接続詞 (Preposition or subordinating conjunction)

見出し語: under

活用

形容詞 (Adjective): under

副詞 (Adverb): under

音節、区切り、アクセント

under 2 音節を含む: un • der

音声表記: ˈən-dər

un der , ˈən dər (赤い音節が強調されています)

Under - 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。

under: ~ 1700 (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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