A1 noun ニュートラル #61 よく出る

people

/ˈpiːpl/

People refers to a group of human beings or the general public. It is the standard plural form of the word 'person'.

例文

3 / 5
1

There are many people at the park today.

A large number of human beings are in the park today.

2

The committee represents the interests of all people in the region.

The group speaks for every individual human in the area.

3

Most people I know prefer coffee over tea.

The majority of individuals I am friends with like coffee more.

語族

名詞
people
Verb
people
形容詞
populous
関連
person
💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of a 'peep' hole: you use it to see the 'peep-le' outside your door.

クイックテスト

How many ______ are coming to the dinner tonight?

正解!

正解は: people

例文

1

There are many people at the park today.

everyday

A large number of human beings are in the park today.

2

The committee represents the interests of all people in the region.

formal

The group speaks for every individual human in the area.

3

Most people I know prefer coffee over tea.

informal

The majority of individuals I am friends with like coffee more.

4

The study observes how people react to social changes.

academic

The research looks at how human beings respond to changes in society.

5

We want to hire the best people for our company.

business

We want to employ the most talented individuals for our business.

語族

名詞
people
Verb
people
形容詞
populous
関連
person

よく使う組み合わせ

a lot of people many individuals
young people youth or teenagers
local people individuals living in a specific area
ordinary people regular or average citizens
group of people a gathering of individuals

よく使うフレーズ

people person

someone who is very friendly and enjoys socializing

the common people

ordinary citizens rather than the elite

young people

children and young adults

よく混同される語

people vs persons

Persons is used in very formal or legal contexts, while people is the common plural.

people vs peoples

Peoples refers to multiple ethnic groups or nations, not just multiple individuals.

📝

使い方のコツ

The word 'people' is treated as a plural noun and always takes a plural verb (e.g., 'people are', not 'people is'). It is the most common way to refer to more than one human being.

⚠️

よくある間違い

Learners often say 'peoples' when they mean the plural of person, or they accidentally use a singular verb like 'the people is happy'.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of a 'peep' hole: you use it to see the 'peep-le' outside your door.

📖

語源

Derived from the Old French word 'pople', coming from the Latin 'populus' meaning a nation or a community.

文法パターン

Irregular plural: 1 person -> 2 people Always followed by plural verb forms Used as a collective noun
🌍

文化的な背景

In many English-speaking cultures, using 'people' rather than 'persons' sounds warmer and more communal.

クイックテスト

How many ______ are coming to the dinner tonight?

正解!

正解は: people

関連フレーズ

関連単語

toxin

B2

A toxin is a poisonous substance produced within living cells or organisms, such as bacteria, plants, or animals. It is capable of causing disease or health issues when it enters body tissues through ingestion, inhalation, or absorption.

pesticide

B2

A chemical substance used to kill or control pests that are harmful to crops, livestock, or humans. It is an umbrella term that includes insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides used widely in agriculture and gardening.

fertilizer

B2

A chemical or natural substance added to soil or land to increase its fertility and provide essential nutrients for plant growth. It is primarily used in gardening and agriculture to help crops develop faster and produce higher yields.

irrigation

B2

To supply land or crops with water through man-made systems such as pipes, ditches, or sprinklers. It is an essential agricultural process used to assist in the growth of plants, especially in areas with low rainfall.

flood

B2

Describing something relating to a large amount of water covering an area that is usually dry, or metaphorically, being overwhelmed by an excessive quantity of something. In common usage, the form 'flooded' is typically used as the adjective to describe this state.

erosion

B2

Erosion is the process by which the surface of the earth is worn away by natural forces such as water, wind, or ice. In a figurative sense, it refers to the gradual destruction or reduction of something abstract, such as power, rights, or confidence.

desertification

B2

The process by which fertile land becomes desert, typically as a result of drought, deforestation, or inappropriate agriculture. It represents a significant environmental challenge where land loses its biological productivity and ability to support human life.

afforestation

B2

Afforestation is the process of establishing a forest on land that has not recently been covered by trees. It involves planting seeds or saplings to create new wooded areas, often to improve the environment or for commercial timber.

endangered

B2

To put someone or something at risk or in a situation where they could be harmed, damaged, or destroyed. In environmental contexts, it specifically refers to species that are at high risk of becoming extinct in the near future.

extinction

B2

Extinction is the state or process of a species, family, or larger group being or becoming extinct, meaning it no longer has any living members. It can also refer to the act of making something, such as a fire, a feeling, or a practice, cease to exist.

役に立った?
まだコメントがありません。最初に考えをシェアしましょう!

無料で言語学習を始めよう

無料で始める