courtship
US /ˈkɔːrt.ʃɪp/
UK /ˈkɔːt.ʃɪp/
名詞
1.
求愛, 交際期間
a period during which a man and a woman are developing a romantic relationship, especially with a view to marriage
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Their courtship lasted for two years before they got married.
彼らの求愛期間は結婚するまで2年間続いた。
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He began his courtship of her with flowers and letters.
彼は花と手紙で彼女への求愛を始めた。
2.
求愛行動, 繁殖行動
the behavior of male birds and other animals that are trying to attract a mate
例:
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The elaborate courtship display of the peacock is fascinating to watch.
クジャクの凝った求愛のディスプレイは見る者を魅了する。
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Many species have unique courtship rituals.
多くの種は独自の求愛儀式を持っている。
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