chops
US /tʃɑps/
UK /tʃɒps/
複数名詞
1.
口元, 顎
the mouth and jaws of an animal or person
例:
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The dog licked its chops after finishing the meal.
犬は食事を終えた後、口元をなめた。
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He was licking his chops at the thought of the delicious cake.
彼はおいしいケーキを考えて口元をなめていた。
2.
腕前, 技量
skill or ability, especially in a particular area
例:
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He showed off his impressive guitar chops at the concert.
彼はコンサートで素晴らしいギターの腕前を披露した。
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The chef's culinary chops were evident in every dish.
シェフの料理の腕前はどの料理にも明らかだった。