B2 verb ニュートラル

aeration

/ˌeəˈreɪ.ʃən/

The process of introducing air into a material, such as soil or water, to improve its quality or to promote certain biological processes. It typically involves circulating, mixing, or dissolving air into the substance to provide oxygen.

例文

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1

The lawn requires annual aeration to prevent the soil from becoming too compacted for the roots to breathe.

The grass needs air holes poked in the ground every year so the roots don't suffocate in hard dirt.

2

Modern wastewater treatment facilities utilize intensive aeration to accelerate the breakdown of organic matter by bacteria.

New sewage plants use lots of air bubbles to help bacteria eat waste faster.

3

You should check the aeration in your fish tank; the bubbles seem a bit weak today.

Check the air pump in your aquarium because there aren't many bubbles.

語族

名詞
aeration
Verb
aerate
形容詞
aerated
関連
aerator
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覚え方のコツ

Think of the word 'Air' inside 'Aeration.' The 'Action' of adding 'Air' is 'Aer-ation.'

クイックテスト

The stagnant pond lacked proper ________, causing the fish to struggle for oxygen.

正解!

正解は: aeration

例文

1

The lawn requires annual aeration to prevent the soil from becoming too compacted for the roots to breathe.

everyday

The grass needs air holes poked in the ground every year so the roots don't suffocate in hard dirt.

2

Modern wastewater treatment facilities utilize intensive aeration to accelerate the breakdown of organic matter by bacteria.

formal

New sewage plants use lots of air bubbles to help bacteria eat waste faster.

3

You should check the aeration in your fish tank; the bubbles seem a bit weak today.

informal

Check the air pump in your aquarium because there aren't many bubbles.

4

Experimental data suggests that the rate of aeration significantly influences the growth kinetics of the microbial culture.

academic

Science data shows that how much air is added changes how fast the microbes grow.

5

The project proposal includes a budget for high-capacity aeration systems to maintain the health of the commercial fishery.

business

The business plan includes money for big air systems to keep the fish farm healthy.

語族

名詞
aeration
Verb
aerate
形容詞
aerated
関連
aerator

よく使う組み合わせ

soil aeration the process of adding air to the earth
water aeration the process of mixing air into water
mechanical aeration using a machine to introduce air
aeration system the equipment used to provide air
aeration tank a container where air is mixed with a liquid

よく使うフレーズ

surface aeration

mixing air at the top of a liquid

core aeration

removing small plugs of soil to let air in

diffused aeration

releasing air bubbles from the bottom of a tank

よく混同される語

aeration vs ventilation

Ventilation refers to the movement of air through a space (like a room), while aeration is specifically mixing air into a substance (like water or soil).

aeration vs irrigation

Irrigation is the supply of water to land or crops, whereas aeration is the supply of air.

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使い方のコツ

Aeration is primarily used in technical contexts such as gardening, water management, and chemistry. It is an uncountable noun when referring to the general process.

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よくある間違い

Learners often use 'aeration' (the noun) when they should use 'aerate' (the verb). For example, saying 'I need to aeration the lawn' instead of 'I need to aerate the lawn.'

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覚え方のコツ

Think of the word 'Air' inside 'Aeration.' The 'Action' of adding 'Air' is 'Aer-ation.'

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語源

Derived from the Latin 'aer' meaning air, combined with the suffix '-ation' which denotes a process or state.

文法パターン

Uncountable noun Can be used as a compound noun (e.g., aeration process) Often follows verbs like 'improve' or 'provide'
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文化的な背景

In many Western countries, 'lawn aeration' is a common seasonal chore for homeowners to maintain healthy green grass.

クイックテスト

The stagnant pond lacked proper ________, causing the fish to struggle for oxygen.

正解!

正解は: aeration

関連単語

complement

A2

A thing that completes or brings to perfection something else. In grammar, it refers to a word or phrase that follows a verb and provides more information about the subject or object.

compound

A2

Describes something that is made of two or more separate parts or elements joined together. It is often used to talk about words, sentences, or chemical substances that have multiple components.

conceive

A2

To form an idea, plan, or concept in the mind. It is also the medical term used to describe when a woman becomes pregnant.

confer

A2

To discuss something with other people in order to reach a decision or exchange ideas. It can also mean to officially give an honor, title, or degree to someone.

conform

A2

To behave according to rules, standards, or what is expected by a group of people. It means to fit in or act in a way that matches others.

consecutive

A2

Following one after another in a continuous series without any breaks. It describes things that happen in a logical order, like numbers (1, 2, 3) or days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday).

consistency

A2

Consistency is the quality of always acting or behaving in the same way. it also describes how thick or smooth a liquid or substance is.

disclude

B1

Describing a state where someone or something is left out, omitted, or not allowed to participate in a group or activity. It refers to the condition of being kept apart from a whole or a set.

antiformous

B1

Describes a shape or structure that is curved or folded upwards like an arch. It is most often used in geology and geometry to describe a convex surface.

interspect

B1

Describing a person who is thoughtful and focused on their own internal thoughts and feelings. It refers to the act of looking inward to examine one's own emotions and motives rather than focusing on external things.

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