テーマ：Advanced Window Renovation（先進的窓リノベ）英語表現
目的：語彙＋実用英語＋発音
Today we’re going to learn practical English expressions through a real-life topic: renovation subsidies in Japan.
Our topic is Advanced Window Renovation support.
This lesson focuses on vocabulary and natural expressions you can actually use.
【Key Expression 1】subsidy
Meaning:
補助金
Example:
This subsidy can reduce renovation costs.
Natural explanation:
A subsidy is money provided by a government to support a project or activity.
Pronunciation tip:
SUB-si-dy
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【Key Expression 2】renovation
Meaning:
改修・リフォーム
Example:
We are planning a home renovation.
Natural explanation:
Renovation means improving or updating an existing building.
Useful phrase:
renovation project
renovation costs
housing renovation support
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【Key Expression 3】eligible
Meaning:
対象になる
Example:
This work may be eligible for support.
Natural explanation:
If something is eligible, it qualifies under the rules.
Useful phrases:
eligible products
eligible work
eligible applicant
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【Key Expression 4】contractor
Meaning:
施工業者
Example:
The contractor handles the application.
Natural explanation:
A contractor is the company doing the construction work.
Useful phrase:
registered contractor
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【Key Expression 5】residential portion
Meaning:
住宅部分
Example:
The residential portion may qualify for support.
Natural explanation:
This expression refers to the area where people actually live.
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【Key Expression 6】low-rise apartment building
Meaning:
低層集合住宅
Example:
The south building may be classified as a low-rise apartment building.
Pronunciation tip:
low-rise
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【Key Expression 7】actual out-of-pocket cost
Meaning:
実際の自己負担額
Example:
Let’s compare the actual out-of-pocket cost after subsidies.
Natural explanation:
This means the amount you really pay after support is deducted.
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【Closing】
Today’s key point is simple.
Don’t just compare renovation prices.
Compare the real cost after subsidies.
That’s often where the biggest difference appears.
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