to fasten
01
留める, 固定する
to bring two parts of something together
Transitive: to fasten two connecting pieces
例
He could n't figure out how to fasten the buttons on his shirt with his cold fingers.
彼は冷たい指でシャツのボタンをどう留めるか分からなかった。
Please make sure to fasten your seatbelt before the flight takes off.
飛行機が離陸する前に、シートベルトを締めてください。
02
閉める, 留める
to become closed with buttons, etc.
Intransitive
例
The jacket fastens with a zipper, providing a quick and convenient way to close it.
ジャケットはジッパーで閉じます、素早く便利な閉め方を提供します。
The necklace fastens at the back with a delicate clasp, keeping the precious gemstones securely in place.
ネックレスは繊細な留め具で後ろで閉じ、貴重な宝石をしっかりと所定の位置に保ちます。
03
固定する, 集中する
to focus or direct one's attention, gaze, etc. intently and steadily
Ditransitive: to fasten one's attention on sth
例
Despite the distractions in the bustling café, she was able to fasten her attention on her book.
賑やかなカフェでの気が散るものにもかかわらず、彼女は本に注意を集中させることができた。
The coach fastened his gaze on each player individually, analyzing their performance during practice.
コーチは練習中のパフォーマンスを分析しながら、各選手に個別に視線を注いだ。
04
固定する, しっかりと握る
to hold or grip firmly in place
Transitive: to fasten one's grip somewhere
例
He fastened his grip on the railing as the ship rocked in the storm.
船が嵐で揺れている間、彼は手すりをしっかりと握りました。
She fastened her fingers around the handle of the suitcase and lifted it with ease.
彼女はスーツケースの取っ手に指をしっかりと固定し、簡単に持ち上げた。
語彙ツリー
fastened
fastener
fastening
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