【３６日目】ボディランゲージ
こんにちは。
ご機嫌いかがですか？
昨日海に行ってきました！
泳がずにただ友人と
chiiっていました(笑)
晴天にも恵まれて
海を眺めるだけでも
曇っていた心が
晴れる様でした(^^)
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➤ボディランゲージ
➤インプットの時間
➤本日のワーク
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①ボディランゲージ
英語を話す方々って
よくボディランゲージを
するイメージがありませんか？
中にはオーバーリアクション
なほどボディを使う方も
いらっしゃいますよね(笑)
中には恐らく
それを恥ずかしいと
思う方もいるかもしれません。
その方向けにこのテーマに
ついてお話しようと思います。
そうでない方は、改めて
雑学として読み進めて
頂きたいと思います。
まず、英語は日本語と違って
言語表現の際に
ボディランゲージが顕著に現れます。
自己主張が強いといわれる英語圏の人たちは、
普段から効果的にボディランゲージを使って
自分の思いや考えを伝えています。
「目は口ほどに物を言う」ということわざが
日本にはあります。
目に喜怒哀楽の感情が最も表れることから、
口で言葉にしなくても、
目つきから相手の気持ちが
分かるという意味です。
英語圏では目もさることながら、
ボディランゲージによるコミュニケーションが
盛んに行われています。
一説によると、言葉の内容以外の
非言語情報が人に影響を与える割合は
9割以上を占める、といわれています。
海外ドラマや映画、英語圏の人たちの
プレゼンテーションなどを注意深く観察すると、
実にさまざまなボディランゲージが
使われていることに気付きます。
これだけは押さえておきたい！
ボディランゲージ6選
まずは、海外映画やドラマなどでよく見かける、
ボディランゲージを6つご紹介します。
1. Shrug（肩をすくめる）
両方の手のひらを上に向けて肩をすくめるしぐさです。
「分からない」「仕方ない」など、あきらめの気持ちを表します。
2. Air quotes（エアクオート）
言葉を強調する記号ダブルクォーテーションマーク
（“ ”）を指で作ります。
会話では「要注意だ」「裏がありそうだぞ」などの
意味を込めるときに使われます。
3. High five（ハイタッチ）
和製英語のいわゆる「ハイタッチ」です。
「やった」「頑張った」など、
物事が成功したときに使われます。
4. Thumbs-up / Thumbs-down（サムズアップ／サムズダウン）
親指を上に向けて「good（いいね）」、
下に向けて「bad（ダメだね）」を伝えます。
5. Watching you（見てるぞ）
チョキの2本指を自分の目に向けた後、
すぐに相手へ向けます。
「よく見ているからね」「監視しているぞ」という意図で使われます。
6. So-so（まあまあ）
手のひらを下にして、左右にひらひらと振ります。
「調子はどう？」と聞かれたときなど、
良くも悪くもない場合に使われます。
それって大丈夫？気を付けたい日本のボディランゲージ
日本でよく使われているボディランゲージの中には、海外で違った意味に捉えられるものがあります。相手への侮辱など、マイナスな意味で伝わってしまう場合もあるので、気を付けましょう。
■ 手招き
日本の手のひらを下にした手招きは、
アメリカでは「あっちへ行け」の意味になります。
■ 手のひらを自分の顔の前で左右に振る
日本では「違います」「いりません」などを意味しますが、
イタリアでは「バカか？」「頭は大丈夫か？」
といった侮辱を意味します。
■ 親指と中指でパチンと鳴らす
日本では「ひらめいた」「ラッキー」などを意味しますが、
イギリスでは冷笑、無視、無関心などの
マイナスな意味を示します。
英語を勉強して、いざ海外旅行に出てみたものの、
とっさに言葉が出ない。言葉以上に思いを伝えたい。
そんなときに、ボディランゲージが
きっと助けになってくれるはずです。
言葉の壁を乗り越えるのに役立てるよう
ボディランゲージの意味を理解し、
より豊かなコミュニケーションが
図れるといいですね。
②インプットの時間
今回は簡単な単語だけど
いつくかの意味を持つ
単語についてインプットして頂きます。
以下の文を読んで、
英語でニュアンスを捉えて
行きましょう。
From Fairs to Novels: １０ Everyday English Words with Multiple Meanings
The following 21 words are common English words that have different meanings and/or pronunciations. They can be a little tricky sometimes, but thanks to this post, you will be able to master them in no time. So, let the fun begin!
1. Fair
As you have already seen in the introduction, this word can have different meanings depending on whether it is a noun or an adjective. You know its meaning as a noun, and you probably also know one of its meanings as an adjective, but I am sure you would have never thought a carnival and a hair/skin color were spelled the same in English.
Meaning #1: a carnival; a public event where there are games, competitions, rides and entertainment
Also, in the United States, a fair is an event where farm products and animals are shown and judged.
The boy showed his horse and his two pigs at the state fair.
Meaning #2: treating someone right or in a way that does not favor other people
The boy at the fair is very fair with his siblings when they play games together.
Meaning #3: having light skin and/or hair
The fair boy at the fair is very fair with his siblings.
Since her skin is so fair, she has to be careful when she goes in the sun.
2. Saw
You probably know this word as the past tense of the verb to see, but did you know it can also be a tool and the infinitive of another verb?
Saw comes from the Old English word saga (to cut), but also from the Middle English word sawen (knife), hence its different meanings nowadays.
Meaning #1: a device or tool with sharp teeth, typically made of metal
He used a saw to cut the branch of the tree.
Meaning #2: to saw, to cut with a saw
He is going to saw the tree down with a saw.
Meaning #3: past tense of the verb to see.
I saw the saw he used to saw the tree down.
3. Fell
Now this one’s tricky.
A lot of my beginner students think this is the past tense of to feel, but actually it is the past tense of the verb to fall. What not many non-native speakers know is that it can also be the infinitive form of a different verb, and also a formal adjective!
Meaning 1: past tense of the verb to fall
The girl fell on the floor and started crying.
Meaning #2: to fell, to knock or cut down, to cause to fall
He used an ax to fell the tree.
Meaning #3: (formal) fierce, cruel, savage
He was imprisoned by his fell enemy.
4. Found
This word is another example of the past tense of a verb that is also the infinitive of a different verb.
Meaning #1: past tense and past participle of the verb to find (to come upon by chance, to locate)
I found a lot of old books in the attic yesterday.
Meaning #2: to found, to set up or establish, to base on, to provide a basis for
We want to found a new translation company.
5. Bow
Bow is a word that can have several different meanings. It is a homograph because the pronunciation is slightly different between the noun and verb form. As a noun, for example, you can wear one around your neck or use one to attack someone. As a verb, you can use it to show respect.
Don’t you love English!
Meaning #1: to bow, to bend forward at the neck or waist in order to greet someone or show respect
We must all bow before the queen.
Meaning #2: a knot made by tying a ribbon into two or more loops, often referred to as bow tie
He is wearing a green bow tie.
Meaning #3: a weapon used for shooting arrows
The hunter had a bow and many arrows.
6. Crane
I still remember when I learned this word myself. I imagined a giant machine that transformed into a bird. I have never forgotten this word!
Meaning #1: a big machine with a long arm used by builders to lift or move big objects
I think we are going to need a crane to lift that statue.
Meaning #2: a tall bird that has a long neck and long legs; it lives near water
It is impossible to observe (see) a crane here. There is no water around.
7. Date
This is an easy one.
If you are a romantic person, this word will probably make you think of special occasions with a partner. If time is important for you, you will see a date as a day on a calendar. Both options are correct, but there is more!
Meaning #1: a specific day of a month or year
Meaning #2: a situation where two people who have or want to have a romantic relationship do some activity together
I would love to go on a date with you.
Meaning #3: the person you go on a date with
Mary is my date for tonight.
Meaning #4: to date someone, to do some kind of activity with a person you have or want to have a romantic relationship with.
Mary and I are dating.
Meaning #5: to date something, to write the date on something
Please, do not forget to sign and date your exam.
8. Minute
Here we have a homograph. Minute is pronounced /minit/ when it refers to time. It can also refer to size, in which case it is pronounced /mai’niut/.
Meaning #1: a unit of time equal to 60 seconds
We have been waiting for 20 minutes.
Meaning #2: always in the plural (minutes), the official record of everything that is said and done during a meeting
Ms. Roche will be taking the minutes during the meeting.
Meaning #3: an adjective meaning tiny, very small
With this new device, we are able to see even the most minute particles.
9. Second
If you are interested in etymology (study of words), you will like this word!
Second has two main meanings, one referring to time and one referring to something or someone coming after first. I was surprised to find out both these meanings come from the same Latin word secundus (following, next in time or order).
Apart from being a noun, second can also be a verb.
In this case, the origin of the word is from the Latin word secundare (to assist, to make favorable).
Meaning #1: occupies the second position in a series, importance or rank
Soup is my second choice.
Meaning #2: (always plural) another serving of food taken after you have finished the first one
Do you want seconds?
Meaning #3: a unit of time equal to 1/60 of a minute
It took him 35 seconds to open the box.
Meaning #4: to second, to approve something, to agree with somebody
I am tired. Let’s go home.
I will second that.
10. Type
They say that everyone has a type, but what exactly does that mean?
You can type in different kinds of types, enjoy different types of food and have different types in reference to people. It all depends on the meaning of type you are referring to.
Meaning #1: a particular kind of thing or person
I do not like this type of food. It is too greasy.
Meaning #2: the kind of person someone likes
Bea is totally my type.
Meaning #3: the different kinds of printed letters
Please, do not use the italic type. Use bold.
Meaning #4: to type, to write with a typewriter or a computer keyboard
I can type 200 words per minute.
③本日のワーク
〇該当する文章の翻訳を
してください！！
BTS made a return to NBC’s “The Today Show” to talk about their hit “Dynamite“!
On the August 24 episode of the American morning show, BTS made a remote appearance for an interview about their chart-topping and record-breaking new English-language single “Dynamite.”
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When asked why they decided to put out their first all-English track, RM said, “When we first listened to the demo, we just loved it as it is, so we thought, ‘Why not do it this way?’ So we just kept the demo and recorded it, and it became a whole new challenge for us too.”
“I hope fans will draw a lot of energy from this new song,” said V.
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The group last appeared on the “The Today Show” in February after the release of their album “Map of the Soul: 7,” when a massive crowd of fans showed up to see them be interviewed.
BTS was asked what they think when they look back on that time, and Suga said, “We miss it – we had fun. And we would like to go back and do it again soon.”
“The Today Show” talked about how during the COVID-19 pandemic, the guys have had to postpone their world tour and are social distancing while live streaming their activities for fans. They’re also working on a new album.
“I think this was a healing process for us too,” said Jimin. “But working on the album made us realize that there’s something we can do.”
RM said, “It’s going to be new and fresh, and it’s going to be a little different from the single ‘Dynamite’ as well. That’s all I can say!”
Recently, BTS and their agency Big Hit Entertainment donated $1 million to Black Lives Matter, which fans matched.
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“We just want the world to be a better place,” said Suga. “We don’t regard ourselves as doing great deeds. But we do feel thankful that many people relate to our actions and in turn, take action from their end.”
The group also talked about how much they want to see their fans again, with RM saying, “We miss them so much.”
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