gear (B2)
カタカナ: ギア
IPA: /ɡɪər/
Definition
A set of mechanical parts, typically toothed wheels that mesh together to transmit motion or change speed. Also used broadly for equipment or supplies needed for a specific activity.
意味: 機械の回転を伝えたり、速度や方向を変えたりするための歯車のこと。また、特定の活動に必要な装備や道具全般を指す際にも使われます。
Examples / 例文
The car's transmission has several gears to control speed. — The car's transmission has several gears to control speed.
He bought new cycling gear for the race. — He bought new cycling gear for the race.
Gear の日本語訳
Japanese translations of Gear:
How to Use Gear
- gear up (phrasal verb)
- To prepare or equip oneself or others for a specific activity or event. — "The team is gearing up for the championship game."
- in gear (prepositional phrase)
- Engaged and ready to operate or move. — "Make sure the engine is in gear before you start driving."
- shift gear (collocation)
- To change to a different gear. — "He had to shift gears frequently on the winding road."
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