balance (B1)
カタカナ: バランス
IPA: /ˈbæl.əns/
Definition
A state of equilibrium or stability, where opposing forces or influences are equal. It can refer to physical steadiness, mental composure, or the act of keeping things in correct proportions.
意味: 対立する力や影響が等しい、均衡や安定の状態。身体的な安定感、精神的な落ち着き、あるいは物事を適切な割合に保つ行為を指す。
Examples / 例文
She found it hard to maintain her balance on the slippery ice. — She found it hard to maintain her balance on the slippery ice.
The artist achieved a perfect balance of color and form in the painting. — The artist achieved a perfect balance of color and form in the painting.
It's important to strike a balance between work and personal life. — It's important to strike a balance between work and personal life.
Balance の日本語訳
Japanese translations of Balance:
How to Use Balance
- balance between (prepositional phrase)
- To have or achieve an equal amount of two different things. — "She tries to balance between her career and her family."
- balance of (prepositional phrase)
- The relationship between two things that are balanced. — "The balance of power in the region shifted dramatically."
- balance out (phrasal verb)
- To make or become equal or in the correct proportions. — "The good news helped to balance out the bad news."
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