- Writer / 記事を書いた人
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- Jonasi
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Republic of Malawi(マラウイ共和国)
Article
記事
The Warm Heart of Africa
アフリカの温かい心
▼ 記事の音声を再生
＜Let's learn!＞
・A, often called B
・not only A but also B
・many of which
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Malawi, often called the “Warm Heart of Africa,” is a small yet vibrant country located in southeastern Africa. It is famous for its stunning landscapes, rich culture, and friendly people. As an ALT from Malawi, I want to share some of the unique features of my home country and highlight some differences between Malawi and Japan.
One of Malawi’s most famous attractions is Lake Malawi. This massive lake is not only beautiful but also home to diverse fish species, many of which are found nowhere else in the world. Swimming, snorkeling, and boat rides are popular activities here. In Japan, people enjoy the sea and beaches, but the freshwater lake experience in Malawi offers a different charm.
Malawi is a melting pot of cultures and traditions. We celebrate various festivals throughout the year, such as the Umthetho festival, which showcases our rich heritage through music and dance. In Japan, festivals are significant too, but the themes often focus on seasonal changes or historical events. Our cultural celebrations are deeply rooted in community.
- 日本語訳を見る
マラウイは、しばしば「アフリカの温かい心」と呼ばれる、南東アフリカに位置する小さくても活気のある国です。そのとても美しい風景、豊かな文化、そして親しみやすい人々で有名です。マラウイ出身のALTとして、私は自分の母国のユニークな特徴をいくつか共有し、マラウイと日本のいくつかの違いを強調したいと思います。
マラウイで最も有名な観光名所の一つは、マラウイ湖です。この巨大な湖は美しいだけでなく、多様な魚種の生息地でもあり、その多くは世界の他のどこにも見られません。スイミング、シュノーケリングをしたり、ボートに乗ったりすることがここでの人気のアクティビティです。日本では海やビーチを楽しむ人が多いですが、マラウイの淡水湖での体験は異なる魅力を提供します。
マラウイは文化と伝統のるつぼです。私たちは一年を通じて様々な祭りを祝います。例えば、音楽とダンスを通じて豊かな遺産を紹介するウムテト祭があります。日本でも祭りは重要ですが、テーマは季節の変化や歴史的な出来事に焦点を当てることが多いです。私たちの文化的なお祝いは、コミュニティに深く根付いています。
Key Points
キーポイント
Repeat each word(s) and example sentence(s) after your teacher/tutor.
先生の後に続いて、各フレーズ、単語、例文を言ってみましょう。自習の場合はスピーカーボタンを押して聞いてみましょう。
Key Phrases 重要表現
- A, often called B
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Aは、しばしばBと呼ばれる
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The baobab, often called the 'Tree of Life,' is native to Africa.
バオバブは、しばしば『生命の木』と呼ばれ、アフリカの原産です。
- not only A but also B
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AだけでなくBも
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She is not only an accomplished pianist but also a talented composer.
彼女は優れたピアニストであるだけでなく、才能ある作曲家でもあります。
- many of which
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その多くは
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She has visited several countries, many of which are in Asia.
彼女は複数の国を訪れたことがあり、その多くはアジアにあります。
Key Vocabulary 重要単語・熟語
- vibrant
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ˈvaɪbrənt
活気のある
形容詞
- lively and energetic or interesting
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The street lined with restaurants is vibrant every night.
飲食店が並ぶその通りは毎晩活気に満ちています。
- highlight
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ˈhɑɪˌlɑɪt
強調する
動詞
- to emphasize something or make people notice something
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The teacher used a projector to highlight the key points of the presentation for the class.
先生はプロジェクターを使って、クラスにプレゼンテーションの重要なポイントを強調しました。
- root
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rut
根付かせる
動詞
- to have developed from something and be strongly influenced by it
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The concept of sustainability is now deeply rooted in society.
持続可能性の概念は、今や社会に深く根付いています。
Others その他
- yet
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jet
でも、だが
接続詞
- used to connect two words, phrases, or clauses when the second part adds something surprising to the first part
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She is young, yet she has achieved so much in her career.
彼女は若いが、それにもかかわらずキャリアで多くのことを成し遂げている。
- stunning
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ˈstʌnɪŋ
とても美しい
形容詞
- extremely beautiful
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The garden was full of stunning flowers.
その庭はとても美しい花でいっぱいでした。
- massive
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ˈmæs·ɪv
巨大な
形容詞
- very big
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The massive elephant was walking slowly across the savannah.
巨大な象がサバンナをゆっくりと歩いていました。
- diverse
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dɪˈvɜrs
多様な
形容詞
- different or having many different types of things
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Malawi hosts diverse wildlife, including elephants, hippos, and many bird species.
マラウイにはゾウやカバ、多くの鳥類を含む多様な野生動物が生息しています。
- melting pot
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ˈmel.t̬ɪŋ ˌpɑːt
るつぼ
名詞
- a place where many different people and ideas exist together, often mixing and producing something new:
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The music scene in Africa is a melting pot, incorporating sounds and styles from around the continent.
アフリカの音楽シーンは、各地の音やスタイルを取り入れたるつぼです。
- throughout
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ˌθruˈɑʊt
を通じて
前置詞
- during the whole of a period of time
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The museum is open throughout the year, even on holidays.
その博物館は一年中、祝日でも開館しています。
- showcase
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ˈʃoʊ.keɪs
紹介する、披露する
動詞
- the act of displaying or presenting something in a way that highlights its best features
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The chef showcases his skills by preparing a meal.
シェフは料理を用意して、その腕前を披露します。
- heritage
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ˈher.ɪ.t̬ɪdʒ
遺産
名詞
- relating to buildings, places, works of art, etc. that are considered to have historical importance for a particular area or for all people
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Malawi is proud of its rich cultural heritage.
マラウイはその豊かな文化遺産を誇りに思っています。
- significant
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sɪɡˈnɪf·ɪ·kənt
重要な、大きな
形容詞
- important or large
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Recycling has a significant impact on reducing waste.
リサイクルはごみの削減に大きな影響を与えます。
Practice
練習
Fill in the blanks to complete the sentence.
空欄を埋めて文章を完成させましょう。
New Orleans, () () the birthplace of jazz, has a rich musical history and unique architecture.
ニューオーリンズは、しばしばジャズの発祥地と呼ばれ、豊かな音楽の歴史と独特の建築を持っています。
ヒント：A, often called B
- 回答を見る
New Orleans, often called the birthplace of jazz, has a rich musical history and unique architecture.
The new smartphone is () () stylish () () equipped with the latest technology.
その新しいスマートフォンはスタイリッシュであるだけでなく、最新の技術も備えています。
ヒント：not only A but also B
- 回答を見る
The new smartphone is not only stylish but also equipped with the latest technology.
The park is home to hundreds of bird species, () () () are rare and endangered.
その公園には数百種の鳥が生息しており、その多くは希少で絶滅の危機に瀕しています。
ヒント：many of which
- 回答を見る
The park is home to hundreds of bird species, many of which are rare and endangered.
Article
記事（英文のみ）
Read the article aloud on your own or repeat each paragraph after your teacher/tutor.
記事を自分で読む、または先生に続いて段落毎に読んでみましょう。
The Warm Heart of Africa
＜Let's learn!＞
・A, often called B
・not only A but also B
・many of which
=====================================
Malawi, often called the “Warm Heart of Africa,” is a small yet vibrant country located in southeastern Africa. It is famous for its stunning landscapes, rich culture, and friendly people. As an ALT from Malawi, I want to share some of the unique features of my home country and highlight some differences between Malawi and Japan.
One of Malawi’s most famous attractions is Lake Malawi. This massive lake is not only beautiful but also home to diverse fish species, many of which are found nowhere else in the world. Swimming, snorkeling, and boat rides are popular activities here. In Japan, people enjoy the sea and beaches, but the freshwater lake experience in Malawi offers a different charm.
Malawi is a melting pot of cultures and traditions. We celebrate various festivals throughout the year, such as the Umthetho festival, which showcases our rich heritage through music and dance. In Japan, festivals are significant too, but the themes often focus on seasonal changes or historical events. Our cultural celebrations are deeply rooted in community.
Questions
質問
Answer the questions based on the article.
記事の内容から質問に回答しましょう。
What is another name of Malawi?
マラウイの別名は何ですか？
ヒント：Malawi, often called the ～.
- 回答を見る
The Warm Heart of Africa.
What is unique about Lake Malawi besides its beauty?
マラウイ湖はその美しさ以外に何がユニークですか？
ヒント：This massive lake is not only beautiful but also…
- 回答を見る
It’s home to diverse fish species (many of which are found nowhere else in the world).
What does the Umthetho Festival showcase?
ウムテト祭りは何を紹介していますか？
ヒント：the Umthetho festival, which showcases…
- 回答を見る
It showcases Malawi's rich heritage through music and dance.
Discussion
ディスカッション
Let’s have a discussion about the theme with your teacher/tutor or classmates.
先生やクラスメートとテーマについて話し合いましょう。
With your teacher/tutor 先生とのディスカッション
What did you become interested in about Lake Malawi?
マラウイ湖について何に興味を持ちましたか？
I became interested in ～.
What do you want to experience in Malawi?
マラウイで何を体験したいですか？
I want to experience ～ in Malawi.
What famous music and dance festivals are there in Japan? What are they like?
日本で有名な音楽と踊りのお祭りは何がありますか？それはどういったものですか？
There are(is) ～. They are/It is like ～.
With your classmates クラスメートとのディスカッション
Discuss the differences between Malawi and Japan that you learned in the article.
記事で学んだマラウイと日本の違いについて話し合ってください。
What is the most unique feature of Japan and why?
日本の最もユニークな特徴は何ですか、それはなぜですか？
What is a unique feature of Japanese festivals that foreigners may find interesting?
外国人が興味を持つかもしれない日本の祭りのユニークな特徴は何ですか？
