A Small Step Towards Sustainability

持続可能な暮らしへの小さな一歩

英語ストーリー

Last week, I decided to make a small change in my daily life to contribute to a more sustainable future. I started by reducing my plastic consumption. I always used plastic bags for groceries, but now I carry a reusable tote bag instead. It felt a little strange at first, but I quickly got used to it. The change was surprisingly easy. I found myself being more mindful of my purchases, opting for products with less packaging or those made from recycled materials. I even started taking my own coffee cup to the cafe, reducing the number of disposable cups I use each week. This small act of reducing waste felt good. The impact might seem insignificant, but every little bit helps. I realized that sustainability isn't about grand gestures, but about making conscious choices in our everyday lives. It's about integrating small, sustainable habits into our routines, one step at a time. I feel a sense of accomplishment, and I encourage everyone to try making one small change for a better tomorrow.

日本語訳

重要単語・熟語

insignificant

取るに足りない、些細な

"His contribution to the project seemed insignificant at first."

sustainable

持続可能な、環境に優しい

"We need to find sustainable solutions to environmental problems."

consumption

消費、使用

"Reducing energy consumption is crucial for saving money."

文法・構文解説

現在完了形 (have/has + past participle)

過去の出来事が現在に影響を与えていることを示す。例:I have started by reducing my plastic consumption.(プラスチックの使用量を減らすことから始めました)

"She has lived in Tokyo for five years."

分詞構文

副詞節を簡潔に表現する。例:It felt a little strange at first, but I quickly got used to it.(最初は少し違和感がありましたが、すぐに慣れました)

"Feeling tired, he went to bed early."