最近、非常に問題になっている『日本国憲法』前文と第９条の
英語原文を掲載します。英速記の練習例題としては英文が難し過ぎるので
不適当な課題だと思いますが、2008年には日本国内で最大の議論がなされると
思いますので、参考のために掲載しました。また、第９６条改正の
英語原文も追加しました。日本国憲法は1946年11月3日の官報に掲載され、
翌年、1947年5月3日に正式に発布されました。
(英速記 Advanced 練習例題）
The Constitution of Japan
(Official Gazette dated November 3, 1946)
(Enforced as from May 3, 1947)
Preamble
We, the Japanese people, acting through our duly elected representatives in the National Diet,
determined that we shall secure for ourselves and our posterity the fruits of peaceful
cooperation with all nations and the blessings of liberty throughout this land, and resolved that
never again shall we be visited with the horrors of war through the action of government, do
proclaim that sovereign power resides with the people and do firmly establish this Constitution.
Government is a sacred trust of the people, the authority for which is derived from the people,
the powers of which are exercised by the representatives of the people, and the benefits of
which are enjoyed by the people. This is a universal principle of mankind upon which this
Constifution is founded. We reject and revoke all constitutions, laws, ordinanes, and rescripts in
conflict herewith.
We, the Japanese people, desire peace for all time and are deeply conscious of the high ideals controlling human relationship, and we have determined to preserve our security and existence,
trusting in the justice and faith of the peace-loving peoples of the world. We desire to occupy an
honored place in an international society striving for the preservation of pleace, and the
banishment of tyranny and slavery, oppression and intolerance for all time from the earth.
We recognize that all peoples of the world have the right to live in peace, free from fear and want.
We believe that no nation is responsible to itself alone, but that laws of political morality are
universal; and that obedience to such laws is incumbent upon all nations who would sustain their
own sovereignty and justify their sovereign relationaship with other nations.
We, the Japanese people, pledge our national honor to accomplish these high ideals and
purposes with all our resources.
Chapter II Renunciation of War.
Article 9: Aspiring sincerely to an international peace based on justice and order, the Japanese
people forever renounce war as a sovereign right of the nation and the
threat or use of force as means of settling international disputes.
In order to accomplish the aim of the preceding Paragraph, land, sea, and air forces, as well as
other war potential, will never be maintained. The right of belligerency of the state
will not be recognized.
Chapter IX Amendments
Article 96: Amendments to this Constitution shall be initiated
by the Diet, through a concurring vote of two-thirds or more of all
the members of each House and shall thereupon be submitted to the
people for ratification, which shall require the affirmative vote
of a majority of all votes cast thereon, at a special reforendum
or at such election as the Diet shall specify.
Amendments when so ratified shall immediately be promulgated
by the Emperor in the name of the people, as an integral part of
this Constitution.
第２章 戦争の放棄
第９条 日本国民は、正義と秩序を基調とする国際平和を誠実に
希求し、国権の発動たる戦争と、武力による威嚇又は武力の行使は、
国際紛争を解決する手段としては、永久にこれを放棄する。
前項の目的を達するため、陸海空軍その他の戦力は、これを保持しない。
国の交戦権は、これを認めない。
第１章 天皇 (Chapter I : The Emperor) の英語原文を追加して
掲載します。
Chapter I The Emperor
Article 1. : The Emperor shall be the symbol of the State and
of the unity of the people, deriving his position from the will of the
people with whom resides sovereign power.
Article 2. : The Imperial Throne shall be dynastic and succeeded
to in accordance with the Imperial House Law passed by the Diet.
Article 3. : The advise and approval of the Cabinet shall be
required for all acts of the Emperor in matters of state, and the
Cabinet shall be responsible therefor.
非常に重要な日本国憲法なので、念のため、国立国会図書館で英語原文を確認
して来ました。参考のため、英速記での参考イメージ画像を表示します。
画像は日本国憲法の 「Original Documents」 で、英文の The Constitution of Japan,
Preamble （前文）の一部です。
1946年１月１日 天皇「人間宣言」 英文草案
（2006年１月４日 毎日新聞に掲載）
This is a New Year, a new Year for Japan, a new world with new ideals, with Humanity above nationality as the Great Goal. Brotherhood is based upon national affection that of the family that of the nation, and that of mankind. In our country, love of the family and love of the nation have always been specially strong; let us work towards love of mankind.
The ties between us and the nation have been very close. They do not depend only upon myths and legend; they do not depend at all upon the mistaken idea that the Japanese are of divine descent, superior to other peoples, and destined to rule them. They are the bonds of trust, of affection, forged by centuries of devotion and love.
Loyalty has always been the great characteristic of our nation in all our religious and political beliefs. As we have begun, so let us continue. Let us be loyal to one another within the family, within the nation, and just as our loyalty to the nation has been greater than that to the family, so let our loyalty to humanity surpass our loyalty to the nation.
The condition of our great cities the wide-spread unemployment and stagnation of trade, the miseries of the poor are indeed grievous and heart-rending indeed. But let us begin to rebuild the cities and towns, enable every man to work, let us manufacture what we need, and, joining once more in the brotherhood of nations as New and Free Japan, let us show to the world that in our courage, our loyalty, our reconstructive ability, our love of the ideal, we are second to none, and let us in this way make our unique contribution to the happiness and welfare of mankind.
日本国憲法の「基本的人権」に関する条文を追加掲載します。 日本語での解説は NHK Raido Text "Tidbits in English" 2007年1月号に載っています。 ご参照ください。
Chapter III. Rights and Duties of The People
Article 10. The conditions necessay for being a Japanese national shall be determined by law.
Article 11. The people shall not be prevented from enjoying any of the fundamental human rights. These fundamental human rights guaranteed to the people by this Constitution shall be conferred upon the people of this and future generations as eternal and inviolate rights.
Article 12. The freedoms and rights guaranteed to the people by this Constitution shall be maintained by the constant endeavor of the people, who shall refrain from any abuse of these freedoms and rights and shall always be responsible for utilizing them for the public welfare.
Article 13. All of the people shall be respected as individuals. Their right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness shall, to the extent that it does not interfere with the public welfare, be the supreme consideration in legistation and in other govermental affairs.
Article 14. All of the people and equal under the law and there shall be no discrimitaion in political, economi or secial relations because of race, creed, sex, social status or familily origin.
200/Option 07 - Special Lesson - Signs of The Zodiac (Horoscope)
The above mentioned "signs" are signs of the zodiac.
These signs are thought to represent people's character.
Please find your sign. Does the description fit you?
Aires (Ram) : Energetic and active. Brave and full of pioneer spirit.
Also can be aggressive and self centered, always wanting the number one.
Taurus (Bull) : Patient and enduring. Not disturbed easily.
Sticks to his principles. Stubborn and authoritative.
Slow in action, not quick in desicion.
Gemini (Twins) : Quick and bright. Gemini represents the interaction of body and mind. Double character, double personality.
Cancer (Crab) : Cancer represents home and maternity. Sensitive
and adaptable nature. Not very active. Conservative.
Leo (Lion) : Proud and generous. Full of vitality. Sometimes
vain and commanding. Naive childishness.
Virgo (Virgin) : Very sensitive and has virginal purity.
Peaceful. Very careful and studious.
Libra (Balance) : Respects fairness and order. Balanced mind and
emotion. Not decisive.
Scorpio (Scorpion) : Has a secretive nature. Cool and critical.
At the same time, passionate, ambitious, sometimes revengeful.
Strong will-power.
Sagittarius (Archer) : Honest and generous. Loves activities and freedom.
Speedy in motion. Friendly and optimistic.
Capricorn (Goat) : Responsible and independent, but realistic.
Discreet and componsed. Reliable.
Aquarius (Water-Carrier) : Respects freedom of mind. Original,
sometimes eccentric. Cool and optimistic. Deducing mind.
Pisces (Fishes) : Kind and gentle. Also mysterious and dreamy.
Purity and disgrace, holiness and sensual pleasure existing
at the same time.
"I am the master of my fate : I am the captain of my soul"
一般的な欧米人の手相占い (The Hand of Fate) では以下のように
考えられているようです。
Life Line : How long you will live, and important events in your life.
Head Line : How clever you are. If the line is long,
you use your head a lot.
Health Line : Health and success. Marks show health problems or
business deals.
The Bracelets : One ring ; luck, two rings ; more luck,
three rings ; a lot of luck.
Horoscopes （星占い）を追加掲載します。 (This refers to NHK Text.)
Horoscopes in English
3/21 - 4/19 Aries : This month will be hectic, but your energy level will
power you through. Past troubles reappear during this busy month,
with an increased chance of accidents or other unpleasant surprises,
but help is on the way from a powerful souce.
Personality : You approach life with a positive outlook and are
mentally strong. You are a born leader, but in your
dkrive to succeed, you may miss out on some details. Your
honesty and forthright manner inspire the trust of those around you.
4/20 - 5/20 Taurus : Anything could happen this month.
Keep this in mind. This is a time to focus on friendships
rather than romantice relationships. Whatever happens,
you can count on your friends to come through for you. In your
house of finances, your expenses will continue to mount,
but gradually thins will improve.
Personality : You have a peaceful, calm and gentle demeanor,
and your friendly, down-to-earth approach makes you well liked
by those around you. You tend to prefer security to change,
you are willing to do what it takes to see things through,
but this single-minded focus can sometimes be interpreted
as stubbornness.
5/21 - 6/20 Gemini : Fate throws you acurve this month, but
if you rise to the occasion and embrace the challenge,
good fortune awaits.
Personality : You are perceptive and can read people easily,
and have an abundance of curiosity. However, you occasionally
have a tendency to be somewhat fickle and flaky. You are the life
of the party and are well linked by those around you.
6/21 - 7/22 Cancer : You will need to get your act together
and prove yourself to thos who may doubt your abilities and
values this month.
Personality : You freely express your emotions and are very
compassionate. You are affectionate with your loved ones,
whether friends, family or lovers. You are deeply caring and
feel the pain of others. You are extremely loyal and are the
first to defend a loved one in need.
7/23 - 8/22 Leo : You start the month believing that nothing
is impossible and that you'll be able to carry out any plan
you make. However, risks loom ahead and you may be
unpleasantly surprised at the results. You'll need to have
a good sense of timing to know when to cut your losses and
move on before a situation bogs you down.
Personality : You are extravagant and are often the center of
attention, a fact that pleases you greatly. Your energy and
confidence are infectious, and empower those around you.
You do not like to be alone, and can be too sentimental at times.
8/23 - 9/22 Virgo : Good fortune awaits you, and you can look
forward to smooth sailing all month. Be sure to strike
while the iron is hot and ask for favors and do all of
those things you have been wanting to do.
Personality : You are a true romantic, a perfectionist and
are detail-oriented. You carefully consider issues before
taking action, but have a tendency to be hard on yourself and
critical of others. You are fair and have a strong sense of
justice, which makes you extremely trustworthy in the eyes of
those around you.
9/23 - 10/23 Libra : Relationships may be a bit rocky
this month. Though you have a lot on your mind, be sure to
truly list4en to the opinions of others.
Personality : Those born under the sign of the scales have a
desire for balance in life, and this is evident in your preference
for harmony and compromise over confrontation. You have a strong
sense of the aesthetic, and are willing to sacrifice to acquire
things of beauty. You're sociable, but can be reserved when
expressing your emotions, and sometimes say things contrary
to your true feelings.
10/24 - 11/22 Scorpio : Tension mounts at work this month as you
approach a crossroads. You are entering a crucial period that
will determine your success or failure. You will see progress
in romantic relationships, and will feel the twinge of
Cupid's arrow for the first time in a long time.
Personality : You are a reserved person, and this can make it
difficult for others to bet to know you, as they may think of you
as somewhat aloof. However, this reserve masks a great passion
inside you. You are strong-willed and are willing to persevere to
achieve anything you set your mind to. However, your tendency
to stick to your guns can be seen as being stubborn.
11/23 - 12/21 Sagittarius : This month will be a series of ups and
downs. Accidents happen, and you have the power to react
to them in a positive way. Your career gets a boost and
it's time for you to show how talented you really are.
Be asertive and confident in expressing your opinions.
Personality : Easygoing, optimistic and positive, you are
quick to take action. You trust your intuition over the advice
of others. You are willing to make every effort to reach your
goals. You are calm and gentle and enjoy taking care of others.
12/22 - 1/19 Capricorn : From mid-month, you enter the luckies
period of the year. Relationships enter a new phase,
and you'll be moving in new social circles, making friends along
the way. You'll experience a change in your routine and
your way of thinking. Searching for something new brings luck.
You will be in excellen health.
Personality : You have strong beliefs and the perseverance
necessary to weather the tough tests in life. You are a
perfectionist, and are willing to put in a hard day's work.
Be careful not to be overwhelmed by your responsibilities.
You are imaginative, a dreamer and enjoy spending time alone.
1/20 - 2/18 Aquarium : This is a month to exercise caution.
This is a period of quiet imtrospection rather than great action.
At the same time, you will be entering a period of great passion
in your love life.
Personality : You think on your feet, and hve a unique way of
thinking. You are able to make rational judgments without being
influenced by your mood or emotions. You dislike being bound
by other's opinions or common sense, and are known to do
outrageout things that go against the norm. You are ahead of
your time.
2/19 - 3/20 Fisces : Something that caused you difficulty and
trouble in the past may pop up again this month. As a Pisces,
you are used to tackling tough issues at work, and as a result,
you will be able to handle any potential challenges easily,
with nothing to worry about.
Personality : You are gentle, compassionate and sensitive to the
suffering of others. You are flexible and accommodating
to others. You are open and get along well with many people.
You are artistic, sensitive and a dreamer.
2007/Option 06 - Special Lesson - Human Body and Diseases, etc.
（英速記 Intermediate 参考例題）
Special Lesson として、人体（解剖学？）と病気（？）
の英語名と英速記を取り上げました。海外旅行中、体調を崩したり、病気に
なった時、これらの英語名を少しでも知っていると、
医療関係者へ説明するのに役立と思います。
この機会を逃さずに挑戦してみてください。お奨めします。
Kneecap (ひざ小僧), Spiral-Cord (脊髄), Organ (器官),
Hormone (ホルモン), Lymph (リンパ), Lymphatic-System (リンパ腺),
Lung (肺臓), Stomach (胃), Liver (肝臓), Kidney (腎臓),
Esophagus (食道), Bronchus (気管支), Large-Intestine (大腸),
Blood-Vessel (血管), Cancer (癌)。Hormone の英速記号に H-dot を
打ってください。
英速記の Theory Words 参考イメージ画像
2007/Option 03 - Special Lesson - Colors and Flowers
（英速記 Intermediate 参考例題）
英速記符号でいろいろな色の名前と花の名前をイメージ画像で
表示します。この機会に、これらの英語名のスペルを正確に覚えておくと、
いつか役立つと思います。生涯学習のつもりで試してみては如何でしょうか？
お奨めします。5月に咲く “つつじ” Azalea の ea
と“ふじ” Wisteria の ia 及び X'mas 時期に咲く Poinsettia の ia は大きな丸 (Circle)
の中に点 (dot) を打ちます。 これは、昨年、説明済みの Korea の ea とか Piano の ia などと同じです。
Area, Creation, Initiate, Appreciate なども同じ方法を使います。
また、Colors 名の中で、 Violet の io は大きな丸の中に小さな丸を書いて表わします。これは Long i [ai] の
後に来る母音 (Vowels) の場合です。即ち、Violin, Lion, Diary, Diet,
などもこの方法を使います。
英速記の Theory Words 参考イメージ画像
Names of Other Flowers: Iris （アヤメ）: Viola （すみれ）:
Japanese Camellia (椿）Tree Paeony （牡丹）: Lily Magnolia （モクレン）:
Narcissus （水仙）: Gentiana （リンド−）: Aster （小菊）:
Kerria （山吹）: Cluster-Amaryllis (彼岸花)
2007/Option 04 - Special Lesson - Animals and Birds, etc.
（英速記 Intermediate 参考例題）
世界中の国々の童話や絵本によく使われている代表的動物と鳥の名前
を英速記のイメージ画像で表示します。あなたの知っている名前ばかりだと
思いますが、英語名のスペルを確認して正確に記憶しておくと、
何時か役立つと思います。お勧めします。動物の中で Lion の英速記符号は
2004/March の Lesson で説明してありますから参考にしてください。
Tapir （バク）にあなたの夢を食べられないようにご注意下さい。鳥の名前で
Hummingbird は点 （Dot) が２箇所（H と -ing)で使われています。
また、最近、大問題になっている“Bird Influenza Virus”を運んでくる
水鳥は名前を特定できないので、"Water-Bird"（？） としておきました。
英速記の Theory Words 参考イメージ画像
他にもいろいろな動物や鳥類がありますが、参考のため、珍しい Words
の正確な英語名を加えておきます。Ibis （トキ）: Falcon （ハヤブサ）:
Quail （うずら） : Tern （アジサシ） :
Cuckoo （カッコウ）: Kingfisher （カワセミ）:
Wagtail （セキレイ）: Bulbul （ヒヨドリ）: Bullfinch （ウソ）。
2007/Option 05 - Special Lesson - Fruits and Vegetables
（英速記 Intermediate 参考例題）
毎日、見たり食べたりしている果物や野菜類の英語名を知っていますか？
特別練習講座として、 Fruits and Nuts と Vegetable and Seed の
英語名と英速記の参考イメージ画像を表示します。英語のスペルを確認して
記憶していると、何時か役に立つと思います。日本人以外の世界の人々と
会話をする時、日本語式の発音では相手に伝わりません。英速記式で
発音すると相手は簡単に理解出来ます。是非、覚えて下さい。
お奨めします。Persimmon (柿), Pomegranate (ざくろ),
Cucumber (きうり), Eggplant (ナス), Spinach (ほうれんそう),
Lettuce (レタス), Sesame (ゴマ)。
英速記の Theory Words 参考イメージ画像
他にもいろいろな果物や野菜がありますが、参考のため、珍しい名前の Words
を正確な英語名で表示します。Mango （マンゴー）: Lychee （ライチー）:
Common Pear （西洋梨）: Guava （グアバ） :
Nectarine （ネクタリン）: Chinese Quince （かりん）:
Field Pumpkin （ズッキーニ）: Balsampear （にがうり）:
2007/Option - Fishes and Shells, etc.
日本は海に囲まれているので、
魚類及び貝類が非常に多くあります。これらの名前を
英語で覚えて置くと役に立つことがあります。
Salmon (サケ) : Trout (マス) : Catfish (ナマズ): Codfish (マダラ):
Pollock (スケトウタラ): Stockfish (メルルーサ): Saury (サンマ):
Snakehead (ライギョ): Bream (タイ): Jack Mackerel (アジ):
Yellowtail (ブリ): Skipjack or Bonito (カツオ): Cutlessfish (タチウオ):
Archerfish (テッポウウオ): Bastard Halibour (ヒラメ):
Rightege (カレイ): Blowfish (フグ): Mullet (ボラ): Flyingfish (トビウオ):
Expert Speed Building では英速記のスピードを上げるために、
Shortcuts を多く使います。その Theory がとても巧妙で面白く出来ているので、
参考のため、近い将来、講座として取り上げていきたいと思います。
Expert Shortcuts, Shortcut Derivatives, Phrases, etc. も掲載します。
2007/Option 03 - Advanced - Expert Shortcuts イメージ画像表示
これらの Shortcuts は Gregg Shorthand の Expert の方々が
一般的に使っているものです。あなたにも使える単語が多く含まれていると
思います。メモを取る時などに、これらの Shortcuts を参考にし、
活用して下さい。Longhand で書く無駄な時間を節約出来ます。Shortcut
Derivatives, etc.（派生語など）はご希望があれば、近い将来、
掲載したいと思います。
2007/Option 04 - Advanced - Export Shortcuts, etc. イメージ画像表示
大きい数字を英速記で書く場合のイメージ画像を表示しました。
即ち、100万は Million の速記号の ｍ を数字の後に付けて表わします。
US Dollar は速記号の ｄ で表わします。従って、Million Dollars は
数字の後に ｍ−ｄ を付けて表わします。同様に、10億は Billion の ｂ
を数字の後に付けます。Billion Dollars は数字の
後に ｂ−ｄ を繋げて表わします。イメージ画像をご覧下さい。
特別練習例題 （英速記 Intermediate 参考例題）
Horoscopes in English
3/21 - 4/19 Aries : This month will be hectic, but your energy level will power you through. Past troubles reappear during this busy month, with an increased chance of accidents or other unpleasant surprises, but help is on the way from a powerful souce.
Personality : You approach life with a positive outlook and are mentally strong. You are a born leader, but in your dkrive to succeed, you may miss out on some details. Your honesty and forthright manner inspire the trust of those around you.
4/20 - 5/20 Taurus : Anything could happen this month. Keep this in mind. This is a time to focus on friendships rather than romantice relationships. Whatever happens, you can count on your friends to come through for you. In your house of finances, your expenses will continue to mount, but gradually thins will improve.
Personality : You have a peaceful, calm and gentle demeanor, and your friendly, down-to-earth approach makes you well liked by those around you. You tend to prefer security to change, you are willing to do what it takes to see things through, but this single-minded focus can sometimes be interpreted as stubbornness.
5/21 - 6/20 Gemini : Fate throws you acurve this month, but if you rise to the occasion and embrace the challenge, good fortune awaits.
Personality : You are perceptive and can read people easily, and have an abundance of curiosity. However, you occasionally have a tendency to be somewhat fickle and flaky. You are the life of the party and are well linked by those around you.
6/21 - 7/22 Cancer : You will need to get your act together and prove yourself to thos who may doubt your abilities and values this month.
Personality : You freely express your emotions and are very compassionate. You are affectionate with your loved ones, whether friends, family or lovers. You are deeply caring and feel the pain of others. You are extremely loyal and are the first to defend a loved one in need.
7/23 - 8/22 Leo : You start the month believing that nothing is impossible and that you'll be able to carry out any plan you make. However, risks loom ahead and you may be unpleasantly surprised at the results. You'll need to have a good sense of timing to know when to cut your losses and move on before a situation bogs you down.
Personality : You are extravagant and are often the center of attention, a fact that pleases you greatly. Your energy and confidence are infectious, and empower those around you. You do not like to be alone, and can be too sentimental at times.
8/23 - 9/22 Virgo : Good fortune awaits you, and you can look forward to smooth sailing all month. Be sure to strike while the iron is hot and ask for favors and do all of those things you have been wanting to do.
Personality : You are a true romantic, a perfectionist and are detail-oriented. You carefully consider issues before taking action, but have a tendency to be hard on yourself and critical of others. You are fair and have a strong sense of justice, which makes you extremely trustworthy in the eyes of those around you.
9/23 - 10/23 Libra : Relationships may be a bit rocky this month. Though you have a lot on your mind, be sure to truly list4en to the opinions of others.
Personality : Those born under the sign of the scales have a desire for balance in life, and this is evident in your preference for harmony and compromise over confrontation. You have a strong sense of the aesthetic, and are willing to sacrifice to acquire things of beauty. You're sociable, but can be reserved when expressing your emotions, and sometimes say things contrary to your true feelings.
10/24 - 11/22 Scorpio : Tension mounts at work this month as you approach a crossroads. You are entering a crucial period that will determine your success or failure. You will see progress in romantic relationships, and will feel the twinge of Cupid's arrow for the first time in a long time.
Personality : You are a reserved person, and this can make it difficult for others to bet to know you, as they may think of you as somewhat aloof. However, this reserve masks a great passion inside you. You are strong-willed and are willing to persevere to achieve anything you set your mind to. However, your tendency to stick to your guns can be seen as being stubborn.
11/23 - 12/21 Sagittarius : This month will be a series of ups and downs. Accidents happen, and you have the power to react to them in a positive way. Your career gets a boost and it's time for you to show how talented you really are. Be asertive and confident in expressing your opinions.
Personality : Easygoing, optimistic and positive, you are quick to take action. You trust your intuition over the advice of others. You are willing to make every effort to reach your goals. You are calm and gentle and enjoy taking care of others.
12/22 - 1/19 Capricorn : From mid-month, you enter the luckies period of the year. Relationships enter a new phase, and you'll be moving in new social circles, making friends along the way. You'll experience a change in your routine and your way of thinking. Searching for something new brings luck. You will be in excellen health.
Personality : You have strong beliefs and the perseverance necessary to weather the tough tests in life. You are a perfectionist, and are willing to put in a hard day's work. Be careful not to be overwhelmed by your responsibilities. You are imaginative, a dreamer and enjoy spending time alone.
1/20 - 2/18 Aquarium : This is a month to exercise caution. This is a period of quiet imtrospection rather than great action. At the same time, you will be entering a period of great passion in your love life.
Personality : You think on your feet, and hve a unique way of thinking. You are able to make rational judgments without being influenced by your mood or emotions. You dislike being bound by other's opinions or common sense, and are known to do outrageout things that go against the norm. You are ahead of your time.
2/19 - 3/20 Fisces : Something that caused you difficulty and trouble in the past may pop up again this month. As a Pisces, you are used to tackling tough issues at work, and as a result, you will be able to handle any potential challenges easily, with nothing to worry about.
Personality : You are gentle, compassionate and sensitive to the suffering of others. You are flexible and accommodating to others. You are open and get along well with many people. You are artistic, sensitive and a dreamer.
2007/Option 06 - Special Lesson - Human Body and Diseases, etc.
（英速記 Intermediate 参考例題）
Special Lesson として、人体（解剖学？）と病気（？）
の英語名と英速記を取り上げました。海外旅行中、体調を崩したり、病気に
なった時、これらの英語名を少しでも知っていると、
医療関係者へ説明するのに役立と思います。
この機会を逃さずに挑戦してみてください。お奨めします。
Kneecap (ひざ小僧), Spiral-Cord (脊髄), Organ (器官),
Hormone (ホルモン), Lymph (リンパ), Lymphatic-System (リンパ腺),
Lung (肺臓), Stomach (胃), Liver (肝臓), Kidney (腎臓),
Esophagus (食道), Bronchus (気管支), Large-Intestine (大腸),
Blood-Vessel (血管), Cancer (癌)。Hormone の英速記号に H-dot を
打ってください。
英速記の Theory Words 参考イメージ画像
2007/Option 03 - Special Lesson - Colors and Flowers
（英速記 Intermediate 参考例題）
英速記符号でいろいろな色の名前と花の名前をイメージ画像で
表示します。この機会に、これらの英語名のスペルを正確に覚えておくと、
いつか役立つと思います。生涯学習のつもりで試してみては如何でしょうか？
お奨めします。5月に咲く “つつじ” Azalea の ea
と“ふじ” Wisteria の ia 及び X'mas 時期に咲く Poinsettia の ia は大きな丸 (Circle)
の中に点 (dot) を打ちます。 これは、昨年、説明済みの Korea の ea とか Piano の ia などと同じです。
Area, Creation, Initiate, Appreciate なども同じ方法を使います。
また、Colors 名の中で、 Violet の io は大きな丸の中に小さな丸を書いて表わします。これは Long i [ai] の
後に来る母音 (Vowels) の場合です。即ち、Violin, Lion, Diary, Diet,
などもこの方法を使います。
英速記の Theory Words 参考イメージ画像
Names of Other Flowers: Iris （アヤメ）: Viola （すみれ）:
Japanese Camellia (椿）Tree Paeony （牡丹）: Lily Magnolia （モクレン）:
Narcissus （水仙）: Gentiana （リンド−）: Aster （小菊）:
Kerria （山吹）: Cluster-Amaryllis (彼岸花)
2007/Option 04 - Special Lesson - Animals and Birds, etc.
（英速記 Intermediate 参考例題）
世界中の国々の童話や絵本によく使われている代表的動物と鳥の名前
を英速記のイメージ画像で表示します。あなたの知っている名前ばかりだと
思いますが、英語名のスペルを確認して正確に記憶しておくと、
何時か役立つと思います。お勧めします。動物の中で Lion の英速記符号は
2004/March の Lesson で説明してありますから参考にしてください。
Tapir （バク）にあなたの夢を食べられないようにご注意下さい。鳥の名前で
Hummingbird は点 （Dot) が２箇所（H と -ing)で使われています。
また、最近、大問題になっている“Bird Influenza Virus”を運んでくる
水鳥は名前を特定できないので、"Water-Bird"（？） としておきました。
英速記の Theory Words 参考イメージ画像
他にもいろいろな動物や鳥類がありますが、参考のため、珍しい Words
の正確な英語名を加えておきます。Ibis （トキ）: Falcon （ハヤブサ）:
Quail （うずら） : Tern （アジサシ） :
Cuckoo （カッコウ）: Kingfisher （カワセミ）:
Wagtail （セキレイ）: Bulbul （ヒヨドリ）: Bullfinch （ウソ）。
2007/Option 05 - Special Lesson - Fruits and Vegetables
（英速記 Intermediate 参考例題）
毎日、見たり食べたりしている果物や野菜類の英語名を知っていますか？
特別練習講座として、 Fruits and Nuts と Vegetable and Seed の
英語名と英速記の参考イメージ画像を表示します。英語のスペルを確認して
記憶していると、何時か役に立つと思います。日本人以外の世界の人々と
会話をする時、日本語式の発音では相手に伝わりません。英速記式で
発音すると相手は簡単に理解出来ます。是非、覚えて下さい。
お奨めします。Persimmon (柿), Pomegranate (ざくろ),
Cucumber (きうり), Eggplant (ナス), Spinach (ほうれんそう),
Lettuce (レタス), Sesame (ゴマ)。
英速記の Theory Words 参考イメージ画像
他にもいろいろな果物や野菜がありますが、参考のため、珍しい名前の Words
を正確な英語名で表示します。Mango （マンゴー）: Lychee （ライチー）:
Common Pear （西洋梨）: Guava （グアバ） :
Nectarine （ネクタリン）: Chinese Quince （かりん）:
Field Pumpkin （ズッキーニ）: Balsampear （にがうり）:
2007/Option - Fishes and Shells, etc.
日本は海に囲まれているので、
魚類及び貝類が非常に多くあります。これらの名前を
英語で覚えて置くと役に立つことがあります。
Salmon (サケ) : Trout (マス) : Catfish (ナマズ): Codfish (マダラ):
Pollock (スケトウタラ): Stockfish (メルルーサ): Saury (サンマ):
Snakehead (ライギョ): Bream (タイ): Jack Mackerel (アジ):
Yellowtail (ブリ): Skipjack or Bonito (カツオ): Cutlessfish (タチウオ):
Archerfish (テッポウウオ): Bastard Halibour (ヒラメ):
Rightege (カレイ): Blowfish (フグ): Mullet (ボラ): Flyingfish (トビウオ):
Expert Speed Building では英速記のスピードを上げるために、
Shortcuts を多く使います。その Theory がとても巧妙で面白く出来ているので、
参考のため、近い将来、講座として取り上げていきたいと思います。
Expert Shortcuts, Shortcut Derivatives, Phrases, etc. も掲載します。
2007/Option 03 - Advanced - Expert Shortcuts イメージ画像表示
これらの Shortcuts は Gregg Shorthand の Expert の方々が
一般的に使っているものです。あなたにも使える単語が多く含まれていると
思います。メモを取る時などに、これらの Shortcuts を参考にし、
活用して下さい。Longhand で書く無駄な時間を節約出来ます。Shortcut
Derivatives, etc.（派生語など）はご希望があれば、近い将来、
掲載したいと思います。
2007/Option 04 - Advanced - Export Shortcuts, etc. イメージ画像表示
大きい数字を英速記で書く場合のイメージ画像を表示しました。
即ち、100万は Million の速記号の ｍ を数字の後に付けて表わします。
US Dollar は速記号の ｄ で表わします。従って、Million Dollars は
数字の後に ｍ−ｄ を付けて表わします。同様に、10億は Billion の ｂ
を数字の後に付けます。Billion Dollars は数字の
後に ｂ−ｄ を繋げて表わします。イメージ画像をご覧下さい。
特別練習例題 （英速記 Intermediate 参考例題）
Kneecap (ひざ小僧), Spiral-Cord (脊髄), Organ (器官), Hormone (ホルモン), Lymph (リンパ), Lymphatic-System (リンパ腺), Lung (肺臓), Stomach (胃), Liver (肝臓), Kidney (腎臓), Esophagus (食道), Bronchus (気管支), Large-Intestine (大腸), Blood-Vessel (血管), Cancer (癌)。Hormone の英速記号に H-dot を 打ってください。
