to become familiar with; to fit in; to adapt oneself; to get used to; to grow accustomed to
given that ... it is only natural that ...; ... being the case, it is unavoidable that ...; (precisely) because ...; contrary to expectations ...
pronunciation; reading (e.g. of a kanji); way of reading (out loud); interpretation (e.g. of a text); reading
understanding; comprehension; appreciation; sympathy
whether or not (in phrases like "I don't know whether or not I can come")
lunch break; noon recess; noon rest period
way to use something; treatment; management (of help)
screen (of a TV, computer, etc.); image (on a screen); picture; surface of a painting (picture, drawing, etc.)
to glare at; to scowl at; to stare intensely at; to examine carefully; to estimate; to guess
reproachful; hateful; bitter
writing paper; stationery; notepaper
mark; symbol; to mark; to put a mark on; trademark; paying attention to; focusing on
to float; to be suspended; to rise to the surface; to appear; to come to mind; to have inspiration
to advance; to move forward; to carry forward (plans, work, etc.); to proceed with; to raise; to elevate
button (clothing); push-button
to push; to press; to apply pressure from above; to press down; to stamp (i.e. a passport); to apply a seal; to affix (e.g. gold leaf)
to attempt; to test; to try out
courage; bravery; valour; valor; nerve; boldness
by all means; at any cost; whether (one is) willing or not; willingly or unwillingly; on no account; by no means
first floor; ground floor; one floor; one storey; one rank
place; situation; position; location
dining room; dining hall; cafeteria; restaurant; eatery; snack bar
isolated; standing alone; falling in drops (e.g. rain); saying a single word; muttering just a few words
alone; by oneself; on one's own
end; finish; bounds; limits; delivery date (of a futures contract); finale (of a noh song); end of an act (in jōruri or kabuki)
willingly; voluntarily; on one's own accord
zero; 0; nought; nothing; zilch
taking a lecture; attending a class; taking a course
interesting; fascinating; amusing; funny; enjoyable; fun
origin; source; base; basis; cause; ingredient; material
curiosity; inquisitiveness
to stir up; to poke (the fire); to beat (an egg); to arouse (interest, feelings, etc.); to stir; to stoke
to listen attentively to; to be lost in
no!; no no!; no, not at all
negligence; carelessness; inattention; unpreparedness
at a glance; at first sight
tranquil; calm; restful; peaceful; quiet
when; at what time; how soon; normal times; ordinary days
(car) dealer; (card) dealer; (foreign exchange) dealer