My First Bicycle
私の初めての自転車
英語ストーリー
I vividly remember the day I got my first bicycle. It was a bright red, shiny, and slightly too big for me. I was seven years old, and the anticipation had been building for weeks. My dad had promised me a bike if I got good grades in school, and I had worked incredibly hard to achieve that goal.
The day arrived, and my dad surprised me with the bike, assembled and ready to ride. I felt a surge of excitement, a mixture of joy and nervousness. It was beautiful, and much larger than I had imagined. My dad patiently showed me how to balance, how to pedal, and how to brake, gently guiding me as I wobbled and teetered.
At first, I was terrified of falling. I held onto the handlebars tightly, my knuckles white. But as I gained confidence, a sense of freedom washed over me. The wind in my hair, the sun on my face – it was exhilarating! I rode around the neighborhood, my dad running alongside me, offering encouragement.
That day, I didn't just learn to ride a bike; I learned about perseverance, the thrill of accomplishment, and the unwavering support of my family. It was a cherished memory, one that still brings a smile to my face.
日本語訳▼
重要単語・熟語
anticipation
期待、予感
"The anticipation of the holiday was almost unbearable."
exhilarating
爽快な、わくわくさせる
"The roller coaster ride was exhilarating."
perseverance
粘り強さ、忍耐力
"Through perseverance, she finally achieved her goal."
文法・構文解説
過去完了
過去のある時点より前の出来事を表す。had + 過去分詞の形をとる。例:I had worked incredibly hard.
"I had finished my homework before dinner."
分詞構文
動名詞や分詞を使って副詞節を簡潔に表現する。例:The wind in my hair, the sun on my face – it was exhilarating!
"Feeling tired, I went to bed early."