pattern

概念と感情 - ステレオタイプな前提

"良い男は珍しい"や"女性の居場所は家庭"などのようなステレオタイプな仮定に関する英語の諺を探求してください。

レビュー

フラッシュカード

クイズ

学習を開始
Notions & Feelings
a whistling woman and a crowing hen are neither fit for God nor men

used to imply that women who engage in behaviors that are traditionally associated with men or masculinity are inappropriate and unworthy of respect or acceptance

男性的とされる振る舞いをする女性は不適切だと見なされる

男性的とされる振る舞いをする女性は不適切だと見なされる

Ex: The saying 'a whistling woman and a crowing hen are neither fit for God nor men,' is an example of a stereotype that has been used to criticize women who defy traditional gender roles and expectations. 
a woman's place is in the home

used to imply that women's primary role is within the household, and that their most valuable contribution to society is as a wife and mother

女性の主な役割は家庭と母親業だとされる

女性の主な役割は家庭と母親業だとされる

Ex: The old-fashioned father insisted that his daughter quit her job and stay home to take care of the family, stating that a woman's place is in the home. 
a woman's work is never done

used to imply that women have an endless list of responsibilities and duties that often go unnoticed or undervalued, and that they are expected to prioritize others over themselves

女性の責任や仕事は尽きないとされる

女性の責任や仕事は尽きないとされる

Ex: The mother of two young children felt overwhelmed by her daily tasks, which included cooking, cleaning, and child-rearing.  As they say, a woman's work is never done. 
{not} choose {one's} women or {one's} linen by candlelight

used to suggest that it is essential to see things clearly without any illusions or romanticized ideas before making a significant decision

重要な決断は冷静に見極めてからすべきだ

重要な決断は冷静に見極めてからすべきだ

Ex: Before accepting a job offer, it's important to visit the workplace and meet your potential coworkers to get a feel for the company culture and work environment, following the proverb never choose your women or your linen by candlelight. 
daughters and dead fish are not keeping wares

used to imply that a daughter's worth lies only in her ability to get married and that she is a burden on her family if she remains unmarried

未婚の娘は家族の負担だと見なされる

未婚の娘は家族の負担だと見なされる

Ex: I overheard my neighbor telling her daughter that daughters and dead fish are not keeping wares, and it made me realize how deeply ingrained these outdated beliefs still are in our society. 
England is the paradise of women, the hell of horses and the purgatory of servants

used to imply women live luxuriously in England, while horses are mistreated and overworked, and domestic servants lead a challenging life

イングランドでは女性は恵まれ、馬と使用人は苦労するとされる

イングランドでは女性は恵まれ、馬と使用人は苦労するとされる

Ex: The proverb 'England is the paradise of women, the hell of horses and the purgatory of servants' implies that there were significant disparities in the quality of life experienced by different groups of people in England during the 18th century. 
female of the species is more deadly than the male

used to suggest that women are more dangerous or aggressive than men

女性は男性より危険だとされる

女性は男性より危険だとされる

Ex: He always warned his friends to be cautious of women, saying that the female of the species is more deadly than the male and that they should never underestimate a woman's ability to manipulate and deceive. 
hell hath no fury like a woman scorned

used to suggest that a woman's anger and retaliation can be intense and powerful, and that it is unwise to underestimate or provoke her in such circumstances

傷つけられた女性の怒りは非常に激しくなることがある

傷つけられた女性の怒りは非常に激しくなることがある

Ex: After John cheated on her, Mary's anger was so intense that she truly embodied the saying 'hell hath no fury like a woman scorned'. 
old maids lead apes in hell

used to insult unmarried women by suggesting that they are inferior, undesirable, and destined for a life of misery and punishment in the afterlife

未婚女性は劣っていて不幸だと見なされる

未婚女性は劣っていて不幸だと見なされる

Ex: The phrase 'old maids lead apes in hell' reinforces negative stereotypes about unmarried women and suggests that their worth is determined solely by their marital status. 
one tongue is enough for a woman

used to suggest that women talk too much or are too outspoken and that they should be more restrained in their speech

女性はあまり話すべきでないとされる

女性はあまり話すべきでないとされる

Ex: The old man chided his wife, saying that one tongue is enough for a woman and it should be used for less talking and more listening. 
silence is a woman's best garment

used to imply that a woman's virtue and beauty are best demonstrated by her silence

女性の沈黙は美徳だとされる

女性の沈黙は美徳だとされる

Ex: The old saying goes that silence is a woman's best garment, but I don't agree with that.  Women should feel free to speak their minds and express themselves. 
a tidy house holds a bored woman

used to suggest that a woman who focuses solely on maintaining a clean house may not be engaging in more stimulating or fulfilling activities

家事ばかりにこだわるのは退屈の表れかもしれない

家事ばかりにこだわるのは退屈の表れかもしれない

Ex: Sarah's friends noticed that she had become a bit too obsessed with cleaning since she quit her job; they joked that a tidy house holds a bored woman. 
the gray mare is the better horse

used to imply that sometimes a woman can be more skilled, capable, or better than a man, emphasizing that gender does not determine one's abilities or qualities

女性が男性より有能なこともある

女性が男性より有能なこともある

Ex: Many people assume that men are naturally better at sports, but time and time again, female athletes have proven that the gray mare is the better horse, often outperforming their male counterparts. 
the way to a man's heart is through his stomach

used to suggest that cooking and serving food that a man enjoys is a way to win his affection and love

好きな料理で男性の愛情を得られるとされる

好きな料理で男性の愛情を得られるとされる

Ex: Jane believed that the easiest way to win her crush's heart was to cook him his favorite meal, as the old saying goes, 'the way to a man's heart is through his stomach' 
six hours' sleep for a man, seven for a woman, and eight for a fool

used to suggest that men require less sleep than women, and anyone who sleeps for more than eight hours is foolish

男性は女性より少ない睡眠でよいとされる

男性は女性より少ない睡眠でよいとされる

Ex: When I asked my grandfather how much sleep he got each night, he replied, 'six hours' sleep for a man, seven for a woman, and eight for a fool,' which I found surprising and somewhat offensive. 
a man is as old as he feels, (and|) a woman as old as she looks

used to suggest that women are primarily valued for their beauty and youth, while men are valued for their experience and wisdom

男性は活力で、女性は外見で年齢を判断される

男性は活力で、女性は外見で年齢を判断される

Ex: Many women feel pressure to maintain a youthful appearance as they age due to the harmful stereotype that 'a woman is as old as she looks', which can lead to body image issues and low self-esteem. 
{not} [reveal] a man's wage and (a|) woman's age

used to imply that it is impolite or inappropriate to disclose a man's salary or a woman's age in public

男性の収入や女性の年齢は明かすべきではないとされる

男性の収入や女性の年齢は明かすべきではないとされる

Ex: As a general rule, it is considered impolite to ask someone about their salary or age, as the proverb goes, 'never reveal a man's wage and woman's age'. 
good men are scarce

used to suggest that men who possess desirable qualities such as honesty, kindness, and reliability are not common or easy to find

良い男性はなかなか見つからない

良い男性はなかなか見つからない

Ex: Many women believe that good men are scarce and that it is difficult to find a partner who meets their standards for character and personality. 
boys will be boys

used to excuse or dismiss negative behavior by boys or men, with the implication that it is simply part of their nature

男の子の悪い行動は性質だからと許されがちだ

男の子の悪い行動は性質だからと許されがちだ

Ex: When the boys started playing soccer inside the house and broke the vase, his mother just sighed and said, "boys will be boys." 
children should be seen and not heard

used to imply that children should remain quiet and obedient in the presence of adults, and that their voices and opinions are not valuable or deserving of respect

子どもは大人の前では静かで従順であるべきだとされる

子どもは大人の前では静かで従順であるべきだとされる

Ex: The strict grandmother scolded her granddaughter for speaking out of turn, saying that children should be seen and not heard to emphasize the importance of obedience and respect for elders. 
words are for women, actions for men

used to suggest that it is men who are known for honoring their word, not women

男性は行動、女性は言葉の人だとされる

男性は行動、女性は言葉の人だとされる

Ex: John's mother often told him, "Words are for women, actions are for men.  Go out there and make something of yourself!" 
girls will be girls

used to suggest that certain behavior or actions, such as being emotional or talkative, are typical or expected of girls or women

一部の行動は女性特有のものだとされる

一部の行動は女性特有のものだとされる

Ex: She's always been a bit dramatic, but I guess girls will be girls. 
LanGeek
LanGeekアプリをダウンロード