新しい言葉
| 外見 | Appearance |
| 中身 | Inner character, content |
| 判断する | To judge |
| 手術する | To undergo surgery |
| 化粧する | To put on makeup |
| 化粧品 | Cosmetics |
| 売れる | To sell well |
| 選挙する | To hold an election |
| ポスター | Poster |
| まるで | As if, just like |
| スター | Star (celebrity) |
| 首をかしげる | To tilt one’s head (in confusion or doubt) |
| 気にする | To care about, to worry about |
| 影響する | To influence |
| 表す | To express, to show |
| 制服 | Uniform |
| 地味な | Plain, simple |
| 話題 | Topic of conversation |
| 進学する | To enroll in |
| 決める | To decide |
| 理由 | Reason |
| 名刺 | Business card |
| 会社名 | Company name |
| 肩書き | Title, job title |
| によって | Depending on, according to |
| 安心する | To feel reassured |
| 部長 | Manager, department head |
| 信頼する | To trust |
| もちろん | Of course |
| とはいえ | That being said, however |
| 人間 | Human |
| 突然 | Suddenly |
| 無視する | To ignore |
| など | Etc., and so on |
| 理想 | Ideal |
| せっかく | With great effort, taking the trouble to |
| 同時に | At the same time |
| 努力する | To make an effort |
いっしょに考えましょう
- What do you pay attention to when meeting someone for the first time?
- What do you like about your body or face?What do you dislike about your body or face?
- What kind of person do you respect? Why?
読みましょう
It is often said that character is more important than appearance, but in reality, it’s not uncommon for people to be judged by their appearance. Because people think they are judged by their appearance, they undergo surgeries or sell men’s cosmetics. Even election posters sometimes look like celebrity photos, making one wonder what exactly they are trying to convey. It’s a good example that shows how everyone cares about appearance and is easily influenced by it.
Many schools have uniforms based on the idea that students should focus on studying or sports without worrying about appearance. However, students talk about uniforms, saying things like “this one is cute” or “that one is plain.” Sometimes, uniforms even become a reason for choosing which school to attend. Similarly, business cards are like uniforms for working adults. The recipient of the card is influenced by the company name and title on it, and judges the person accordingly. If the card has a famous company name, it alone provides reassurance. If it includes a title like “manager,” that trust becomes even more solid.
It has been said for a long time that character is more important than appearance, and of course, this is crucial. No matter how much one decorates their appearance, it means nothing without substance. However, in today’s society where appearance is valued, it’s not easy for people who have grown up in that environment to suddenly ignore appearance. While it might be considered ideal, the important thing is that since we put effort into our appearance, we should also continue working on ourselves so that our character matches or even surpasses our outward appearance.
答えましょう
- Does the author say that people today judge others by their character rather than appearance?
- What do people do to improve their appearance?
- Why do they do that?
- How are students affected by their uniforms?
- What does the author say about business cards?
- How is the recipient of a business card affected?
- Why has it been said since long ago that character is more important than appearance?
- Why does the author say that appearance cannot be ignored?
- What does the author say is important?
使いましょう
まとめましょう
- What do people do to be perceived well by others?
- Give an example that shows how people are easily influenced by appearance.
- What does the author suggest we should do regarding the relationship between appearance and character?
話しましょう
- Which do you think is more important: appearance or character? Why? What efforts do you make to improve your appearance? What efforts do you think are necessary to improve your character?
- Are there times in your daily life when you are influenced by appearance? Can you give an example of how appearance can have a negative influence?
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