新年のこの日、皆さんはきっと友達や家族にメッセージを送ることでしょう。もし家族や親戚、友達に英語でメッセージを送れば、とてもかっこいいですね！ それでは、以下のメッセージの中からお気に入りをピックアップして、素敵な新年のご挨拶を送ってくださいね。
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🌟For Family（家族への新年の挨拶）
1.“May this New Year bring our family closer together, filling our hearts with love, laughter, and cherished memories.”
「この新しい年が、家族の絆をさらに深め、愛と笑顔、そして大切な思い出で心が満たされますように。」
2. “May every day of this New Year remind us of the love and strength we share as a family.”
「この新しい年の毎日が、家族として分かち合う愛と強さを改めて感じさせてくれますように。」
3.“Let’s welcome this New Year with gratitude for the moments we’ve shared and excitement for the memories yet to come.”
「これまでの素晴らしい瞬間に感謝し、これから訪れる新しい思い出に胸を躍らせながら、新年を迎えましょう。」
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🌟 For Friends（友人への新年の挨拶）
1. “Cheers to a New Year filled with laughter, adventures, and countless unforgettable moments together!”
「新しい年が笑顔と冒険、そして忘れられない瞬間で溢れる一年になりますように！」
2. “May this New Year be a canvas for us to paint more beautiful memories and share endless joy.”
「この新しい年が、美しい思い出を描き、喜びを分かち合う一年になりますように。」
3. “Thank you for being a wonderful friend. Here’s to another year of supporting each other and growing together!”
「素晴らしい友人でいてくれてありがとう。今年もお互いを支え合い、共に成長していきましょう！」
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🌟 For Teachers（先生への新年の挨拶）
1.“Thank you for being a guiding light. May this New Year bring you personal and professional fulfillment.”
「私たちを導いてくださる先生に感謝します。新しい年が、先生の人生とお仕事に充実感をもたらしますように。」
2. “Wishing you a New Year filled with peace, health, and fulfillment. Your lessons have shaped who I am today, and I will always be grateful for your guidance.”
「新しい年が、先生にとって平和と健康、そして充実感に満ちたものになりますように。先生の教えは今の私を形作り、そのご指導にいつも感謝しています。」
3. “As we step into a new year, I reflect on the lessons and wisdom you shared with us. May this year bring you endless joy and satisfaction.”
「新しい年を迎え、先生が私たちに教えてくださった多くの知恵と思い出を振り返ります。今年が先生にとって、喜びと満足に満ちた年になりますように。」
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Notes

approaching: 接近している;
confusion: 混乱;
gradually: 徐々に
distractions: 気を散らすもの ;
back-to-back: 連続して – 休憩なしで続けて行うこと;
lecture-heavy classes: 講義が多い授業 ;

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Final exam season is approaching for Japanese university students. Many students become very busy preparing for their tests and may feel like they don’t have enough time. Here are some tips for managing your time effectively as a student.

Break Up Study Time: Instead of studying one subject for 3 hours straight, break it into shorter sessions over several days. This helps you learn better.
Mix Different Subjects: Study different subjects in one session to stay fresh. Don’t study similar subjects back-to-back (like two languages) to avoid confusion.
Know How Much to Study: For every hour in class, study 1 to 2 hours outside of class. Adjust this based on how hard the course is.
Increase Study Time Slowly: Gradually study more by setting weekly goals until you reach your ideal study time.
Make a Smart Schedule: Plan your study time based on each course. For lecture-heavy classes, review notes daily. For classes requiring participation, review just before class. Study your toughest subjects when you’re most awake and have fewer distractions.
Include Flexibility: Leave some open study time each week for unexpected events or extra review. This helps you stay on track even when plans change.
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