Studying in the Park
公園での勉強
英語ストーリー
The sun shone brightly as I spread my textbook and notebook on a park bench. Birds chirped merrily, a gentle breeze rustling the leaves overhead. It was the perfect setting for a productive study session, a welcome change from the confines of my cramped apartment.
I had a particularly challenging chapter on economics to conquer. The concepts were dense, and I found myself frequently rereading paragraphs to fully grasp the meaning. Despite the occasional distraction of squirrels chasing each other across the grass, I persevered, highlighting key terms and jotting down notes in my neat handwriting. The quiet hum of the city blended harmoniously with the sounds of nature, creating a surprisingly focused atmosphere.
As the afternoon wore on, a sense of accomplishment washed over me. I had successfully completed the chapter, understanding the complex ideas much better than I had anticipated. The fresh air and peaceful environment had significantly enhanced my concentration and understanding. Packing up my things, I felt refreshed and ready to tackle the next challenge, grateful for the unexpected benefits of studying outdoors.
日本語訳▼
重要単語・熟語
persevered
粘り強く続けた
"Despite the difficulties, she persevered and finished the project."
confines
制限、狭い範囲
"The confines of the small room made it difficult to work."
dense
濃密な、難しい
"The text was dense with technical jargon."
文法・構文解説
過去完了
過去の出来事よりも前に起きた出来事を表現する。had + 過去分詞
"I had completed the chapter before the sun set."
分詞構文
副詞節を分詞句に簡略化したもの。主節と分詞句の主語が同じ場合に用いる。
"The sun shining brightly, I began to study."