quota
A quota is a fixed amount or number of something that is allowed, expected, or required. It often refers to a limit on imports or a target that someone must reach, such as in sales.
例文
3 / 5I have already reached my quota of three cups of coffee for the day.
I have already reached my quota of three cups of coffee for the day.
The government has imposed a strict import quota on foreign steel to protect local industries.
The government has imposed a strict import quota on foreign steel to protect local industries.
I've definitely hit my quota of bad luck this week.
I've definitely hit my quota of bad luck this week.
語族
覚え方のコツ
Think of 'Quota' and 'Quantity'. They both start with 'Qu' and deal with how much of something there is.
クイックテスト
Each salesperson has a monthly ___ of twenty new contracts to sign.
正解！
正解は： quota
例文
I have already reached my quota of three cups of coffee for the day.
everydayI have already reached my quota of three cups of coffee for the day.
The government has imposed a strict import quota on foreign steel to protect local industries.
formalThe government has imposed a strict import quota on foreign steel to protect local industries.
I've definitely hit my quota of bad luck this week.
informalI've definitely hit my quota of bad luck this week.
Sociologists argue that gender quotas in parliament can lead to more balanced policy-making.
academicSociologists argue that gender quotas in parliament can lead to more balanced policy-making.
The sales department needs to meet its monthly quota by Friday afternoon.
businessThe sales department needs to meet its monthly quota by Friday afternoon.
語族
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
reach a quota
reach a quota
under the quota
under the quota
impose a quota
impose a quota
よく混同される語
A 'quote' is a citation or a price estimate, while a 'quota' is a fixed quantity or limit.
使い方のコツ
The word is commonly used in business to describe sales targets and in government to describe limits on trade or immigration. It can be used both for a maximum limit and a minimum required amount.
よくある間違い
Learners often confuse 'quota' with 'quote'. Remember that 'quota' ends in 'a' and refers to a quantity.
覚え方のコツ
Think of 'Quota' and 'Quantity'. They both start with 'Qu' and deal with how much of something there is.
語源
From the Medieval Latin 'quota pars', meaning 'how large a part'.
文法パターン
文化的な背景
In many countries, 'gender quotas' are a debated political topic regarding the number of women in leadership roles.
クイックテスト
Each salesperson has a monthly ___ of twenty new contracts to sign.
正解！
正解は： quota
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ready
A2To be fully prepared for an action or an event. It describes a state where everything is set so that something can happen immediately without delay.
simple
A2Something that is easy to understand, do, or use because it is not complicated. It can also describe something that is plain and basic in style, without extra decoration.
physical
A2Relating to the body rather than the mind or feelings. It also describes things that exist in the real world and can be seen or touched.
general
A2Describing something that affects most people or things rather than being specific to one. It is also used to describe a broad understanding of a topic without focusing on small details.
environmental
A2Relating to the natural world of land, sea, air, plants, and animals. It is often used to describe things that involve protecting nature from damage caused by humans.
medical
A2Relating to the science of medicine and the treatment of injuries or diseases. It is used to describe things connected to doctors, nurses, and the healthcare system.
traditional
A2Following or belonging to the customs and beliefs that have been part of a group of people or a society for a long time. It describes practices that are done in the same way they have been done in the past rather than using new or modern methods.
private
A2Describes something that belongs to a specific person or group and is not for public use. It also refers to a place or conversation where others are not allowed to listen or watch.
difficult
A2Something that is hard to do, understand, or deal with because it requires a lot of effort or skill. It can also describe a person who is not easy to please or work with.
religious
A2Describes someone who has a strong belief in a god or a group of gods and follows the practices of a religion. It can also refer to things that are connected with or related to a particular religion.
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