B2 noun ニュートラル

aquatic

/əˈkwæt.ɪk/

A plant or animal that lives in or on water, rather than on land. It can also refer to sports or exercises performed in water, such as swimming or diving.

例文

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1

The store sells a variety of tropical aquatics for home fish tanks.

The shop offers many different warm-water plants and animals for domestic aquariums.

2

The conservation of rare aquatics is a priority for the marine biology department.

Protecting uncommon water-dwelling organisms is a main goal for the sea biology office.

3

I'm thinking about adding some colorful aquatics to my backyard pond.

I am considering putting some bright water plants in the pond behind my house.

語族

名詞
aquatic
副詞
aquatically
形容詞
aquatic
関連
aquarium
💡

覚え方のコツ

The prefix 'aqua-' means water. Think of an 'aquarium'—an 'aquatic' is any living thing you would find inside one.

クイックテスト

The local lake is home to several rare ______, including a unique species of flowering lily.

正解!

正解は: aquatics

例文

1

The store sells a variety of tropical aquatics for home fish tanks.

everyday

The shop offers many different warm-water plants and animals for domestic aquariums.

2

The conservation of rare aquatics is a priority for the marine biology department.

formal

Protecting uncommon water-dwelling organisms is a main goal for the sea biology office.

3

I'm thinking about adding some colorful aquatics to my backyard pond.

informal

I am considering putting some bright water plants in the pond behind my house.

4

Research indicates that these specific aquatics are sensitive to changes in pH levels.

academic

Scientific studies show that these particular water organisms react to changes in acidity.

5

Our firm provides professional maintenance for commercial-grade aquatics.

business

Our company offers expert care for water-based features and organisms in business settings.

語族

名詞
aquatic
副詞
aquatically
形容詞
aquatic
関連
aquarium

よく使う組み合わせ

freshwater aquatic an organism that lives in water that is not salty
marine aquatic an organism that lives in the sea or ocean
ornamental aquatic a water plant or animal kept for decoration
invasive aquatic a water-dwelling species that causes harm to a new environment
aquatics center a facility specifically designed for water sports

よく使うフレーズ

aquatic life

animals and plants living in water

aquatic sports

sports played in or on water

aquatic ecosystem

a community of organisms in a water environment

よく混同される語

aquatic vs marine

Marine specifically refers to saltwater environments, whereas aquatic covers both freshwater and saltwater.

aquatic vs amphibian

An amphibian lives both on land and in water, while an aquatic lives primarily in the water.

📝

使い方のコツ

While 'aquatic' is most commonly used as an adjective, it serves as a noun when referring to a specific water-dwelling organism or the category of water sports (often pluralized as 'aquatics').

⚠️

よくある間違い

Learners often use 'marine' as a synonym for all aquatic things, but they should remember that 'aquatic' includes lakes and rivers, not just the sea.

💡

覚え方のコツ

The prefix 'aqua-' means water. Think of an 'aquarium'—an 'aquatic' is any living thing you would find inside one.

📖

語源

From the Latin 'aquaticus', which is derived from 'aqua', the word for water.

文法パターン

Used as a countable noun in biological contexts. Often used in the plural 'aquatics' to refer to sports or groups of organisms. Can function as a collective noun for species in a specific habitat.
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文化的な背景

In many English-speaking countries, an 'aquatics center' is a common public facility for community swimming and competitive water sports.

クイックテスト

The local lake is home to several rare ______, including a unique species of flowering lily.

正解!

正解は: aquatics

関連単語

principled

C2

Acting in accordance with morality and high standards of behavior. It describes a person or an action guided by a strict set of values and integrity rather than by personal gain or convenience.

analytical

C1

Relating to or using analysis or logical reasoning to understand something by breaking it down into its constituent parts. It describes a systematic approach to problem-solving and the ability to evaluate information critically.

approach

C1

A systematic way of dealing with something or a specific perspective taken when addressing a problem or task. It can also refer to the physical act of moving nearer to someone or something in distance or time.

authorize

C1

To grant official permission or legal power to someone to perform a specific action or to allow something to happen. It typically involves a formal process or a person in a position of authority validating a request or procedure.

beneficial

B2

Beneficial describes something that has a good effect or promotes well-being. It is frequently used in formal or academic contexts to highlight the advantages or positive outcomes of a specific action, substance, or situation.

consistent

C2

The quality of achieving a level of performance which does not vary over time, or the state of being coherent and not contradictory in logical or behavioral terms. Physically, it refers to the degree of thickness, firmness, or viscosity found in a substance.

constitutional

C2

Relating to the fundamental principles or established laws that govern a state or organization. It can also refer to an individual's physical health or inherent temperament.

contextual

B2

Relating to the circumstances or setting in which something exists or occurs. It describes information that helps explain the meaning of an event, statement, or idea by looking at its surroundings.

contract

C1

A formal and legally binding agreement between two or more parties that establishes mutual obligations. In academic and legal contexts, it refers to the specific terms, conditions, and enforcement mechanisms that govern a transaction or relationship.

contractor

C1

A person or company that performs work or provides goods and services under a specific legal agreement. Unlike a regular employee, a contractor is usually hired for a specific project or a fixed period of time as an independent entity.

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