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01
薄い (うすい), 細い (ほそい)
having opposite sides or surfaces that are close together
Example
The paper was thin, allowing light to pass through easily.
その紙は薄くて、光が簡単に通り抜けることができた。
The ice on the pond was thin, making it dangerous to walk on.
池の氷は薄く、歩くには危険だった。
Example
The artist used a fine brush to create thin lines for the intricate details of the drawing.
そのアーティストは、細い筆を使って、絵の複雑なディテールのための細い線を描きました。
We followed the thin trail through the forest, careful not to stray off the narrow path.
私たちは森の中の細い道を辿り、狭い小道から外れないように注意しました。
Example
Her thin hair fluttered gently in the breeze, revealing her delicate features.
彼女の細い髪がそよ風に優しく揺れ、彼女の繊細な特徴をあらわにした。
After the treatment, he noticed that his once thick curls had become noticeably thin.
治療の後、彼はかつて厚かったカールが明らかに薄い髪になったことに気づいた。
2.1
さらさらした, 薄い
(of liquids or other similar substances) flowing freely due to not containing a lot of solid material
Example
The soup had a thin consistency, more like broth than stew.
Her pancake batter was too thin, resulting in crepes instead of fluffy pancakes.
2.2
薄い（うすい）, 乏しい（とぼしい）
(of an idea, argument, quality, etc.) weak or not convincing
Example
The politician 's speech was criticized for being thin, offering no real solutions to the issues at hand.
その政治家の演説は、手元の問題に対して実際の解決策を提供せず、乏しいと批判された。
His excuses for being late were thin and failed to persuade his boss.
彼の遅刻の言い訳は乏しく、上司を納得させることができなかった。
03
痩せた (やせた), 細い (ほそい)
(of people or animals) weighing less than what is thought to be healthy for their body
Example
He is thin but strong, thanks to regular exercise and a balanced diet.
彼は痩せたですが、定期的な運動とバランスの取れた食事のおかげで強いです。
He was thin as a child but has since grown into a healthier weight.
彼は子供の頃は痩せたですが、その後健康的な体重に成長しました。
04
細い, 高い音の
(of sound or voice) high-pitched and lacking depth and richness
Example
The thin sound of the old violin echoed through the empty hall, barely filling the space.
古いバイオリンの細い、高い音の響きが空のホールにこだまし、ほとんどその空間を満たすことはなかった。
Her voice was thin and shaky as she nervously addressed the large audience.
彼女の声は細い高い音の震え、緊張しながら大きな聴衆に向かって話しかけていた。
05
薄い笑顔（うすいえがお）, 乏しい笑顔（とぼしいえがお）
(of a smile) barely noticeable and lacking genuine warmth and enthusiasm
Example
She gave him a thin smile, hiding her true feelings behind a facade of politeness.
彼女は薄い笑顔を彼に見せ、本当の気持ちを礼儀正しさの仮面の後ろに隠した。
His thin smile suggested he was n't entirely pleased with the outcome of the meeting.
彼の薄い笑顔は、会議の結果に完全に満足していないことを示唆していた。
Example
As they climbed higher up the mountain, the air became thin, making it difficult to catch their breath.
The astronaut trained in a chamber with thin air to simulate conditions on Mars.
07
薄い (うすい), 軽い (かるい)
(of fog, mist, smoke, etc.) light and not dense, making it easier to see through
Example
The thin mist over the lake allowed them to see the opposite shore clearly.
湖の上にかかる薄い霧のおかげで、彼らは向こう岸を見ることができた。
A thin wisp of smoke rose from the extinguished candle, quickly disappearing into the air.
消えたろうそくから薄い煙が立ち上り、すぐに空気の中に消えていった。
08
薄い (うすい), 細い (ほそい)
(of a piece of clothing, curtain, etc.) lightweight, delicate, or not densely woven
Example
She wore a thin sweater that barely kept the chill away on the brisk autumn evening.
彼女は、肌寒い秋の夕暮れにほとんど寒さを防げない薄いセーターを着ていました。
The thin fabric of his shirt made it perfect for the hot summer day.
彼のシャツの薄い生地は、暑い夏の日に最適でした。
09
薄い (うすい), やせ細った (やせほそった)
(of a piece of clothing, fabric, etc.) worn down and less dense due to wear and tear
Example
Her favorite jeans were thin at the knees, showing signs of frequent wear.
The once luxurious blanket felt thin and worn, losing much of its original warmth.
Example
The document was hard to read due to the thin printing that faded in places.
その文書は、ところどころ薄くなっている印刷のせいで読みづらかった。
His thin handwriting required extra concentration to decipher the faint letters.
彼の薄い手書きは、かすかな文字を解読するために余分な集中力を必要とした。
Example
She could only see a thin beam of light coming through the crack in the door.
彼女はドアの隙間から薄い光が差し込むのしか見ることができなかった。
The moon cast a thin light over the landscape, creating a ghostly ambiance.
月は風景に薄い光を投げかけ、幽霊のような雰囲気を作り出した。
Example
Jobs were thin in the rural area, making it hard for residents to find stable employment.
地方では仕事が乏しく、住民が安定した雇用を見つけるのが難しかった。
During the drought, water supplies became thin, leading to strict conservation measures.
干ばつの間、水の供給は乏しくなり、厳しい節水措置が取られました。
13
流動性の低い, 取引が少ない
(of a market or trading environment) having few bids or offerings, resulting in infrequent transactions
Example
The stock was traded in a thin market, causing significant price fluctuations.
株は流動性の低い市場で取引され、大きな価格変動を引き起こしました。
Due to the thin trading activity, it was challenging to buy or sell shares without impacting the price.
流動性の低い取引活動のため、株式の売買は価格に影響を与えずに行うことが困難でした。
14
スラブ, 薄い
referring to a climbing route where the holds are small, few, or far apart, making it challenging to ascend
Example
The climber struggled on the thin route, searching for tiny holds to grip.
クライマーはスラブルートで苦しみ、小さなホールドを探し続けた。
Thin climbs require a great deal of finger strength and precise footwork.
スラブクライミングは大いに指力と精密なフットワークを必要とする。
to thin
01
薄くする, 細くする
to reduce the density of something
Transitive: to thin sth
Example
The hairdresser thinned her client's hair to remove excess bulk and create a lighter, more manageable style.
The farmer thinned the fruit trees to ensure healthier growth and better fruit production.
1.1
薄くする (うすくする, usukusuru)
to decrease in density
Intransitive
Example
Over time, the fabric of the old shirt began to thin and develop holes.
His hair started to thin as he aged, making his scalp more visible.
02
薄くする, スリムにする
to reduce the thickness of something and make it slimmer
Transitive: to thin sth
Example
The chef used a rolling pin to thin the dough for the pie crust.
シェフはパイ生地を薄くするために麵棒を使いました。
The carpenter thinned the wood panel by sanding it down to achieve a smoother finish.
大工は木のパネルをサンディングして薄くすることで、より滑らかな仕上がりを実現しました。
2.1
薄くなる, 細くなる
to decrease in thickness
Intransitive
Example
The ice on the pond began to thin with the arrival of warmer weather.
The once-thick layer of snow began to thin as the temperatures rose.
03
痩せさせる（やせさせる）, スリムにする（すりむにする）
to cause an individual or entity to lose weight entirely or in a specific part of their body
Transitive: to thin one's body
Example
By incorporating mindful eating practices and regular exercise routines, she steadily thinned her body mass.
She thinned her pet cat by regulating its diet and increasing its exercise regimen to prevent obesity.
Example
The actor had to thin for the role, shedding several pounds to match the character's appearance.
He noticed his face beginning to thin after months of regular workouts.
04
薄める, 希釈する
to reduce the concentration, strength, or flavor of a solution or mixture
Transitive: to thin a solution or mix
Example
To achieve the desired consistency, she added water to thin the paint.
She thinned the soup by adding more broth to achieve the desired consistency.
05
打ち損じる, 薄く打つ
to strike a golf ball with the leading edge of the club, resulting in a low, fast shot with insufficient lift
Transitive: to thin a golf ball or shot
Example
He thinned his approach shot, causing the ball to speed across the green and into the rough.
I accidentally thinned my drive, and it rolled much farther than expected.
06
間引く (まびく), 削減する (さくげんする)
to remove some individuals or items from a group to reduce the overall number, often to improve conditions or manage resources better
Transitive: to thin a set or group
Example
The farmer had to thin the rows of carrots to ensure the remaining plants had enough space to grow.
The librarian decided to thin the collection of outdated books to make room for new arrivals.
6.1
薄くする (うすくする), 減らす (へらす)
to decrease in quantity, especially when there was previously a larger number
Intransitive
Example
As the evening wore on, the crowd at the concert began to thin.
The herd thinned as the animals migrated to different grazing areas.
thin
01
薄く（うすく）, 細く（ほそく）
used to indicate that something is being applied or made in a manner that is not thick or wide
Example
The paper was cut thin to create delicate origami shapes.
紙は折り紙の繊細な形を作るために薄く切られました。
The pancakes were cooked thin, creating a light and airy texture.
パンケーキは薄く焼かれ、軽やかでエアリーな食感を生み出しました。
thin-
01
薄着の（うすぎの）, 薄い（うすい）
used to indicate that something is being done or made in a thin manner
Example
The children were thin-clad, wearing only light shirts despite the chilly weather.
子供たちは薄着の状態で、肌寒い天候にもかかわらず軽いシャツしか着ていませんでした。
The artist applied the paint thin-layered to create a translucent effect.
アーティストは薄い層にペイントを塗って、半透明の効果を生み出しました。
