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2007.06.11

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There's a certain group of expressions that our students are always eager to learn: words and phrases with an informal, brash, authentic American feel to them. Well, we've got a fistful of such expressions for you this week. It should be a good time!

Today's Lesson
NO-BRAINER   非常に簡単なこと

Explanation

  • A decision, problem, etc. is a no-brainer if it's very easy or obvious, requiring little thought.
  • no-brainer とは、決断や問題などがとても容易であったり、明白であったりして、ほとんど考える必要がない、という意味です。

NO-BRAINER

examples

  1. When the best university in the country offers you a full four-year scholarship, the decision is a no-brainer. I jumped at the chance.
  2. I was surprised what a no-brainer the driver's license written exam was. The answers were all so obvious.
  3. Eating right and getting regular exercise is a no-brainer for me. I just feel better when I take care of myself.

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