調子， ちょうし
1. tune, tone, key, pitch, time, rhythm
2. vein, mood, way, manner, style, knack
3. condition, state of health, shape
4. impetus, spur of the moment, strain
5. trend
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「調子はどう？」「絶好調だよ。着実に増収増益を続けているよ」
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"How are things going?" "Terrific. Income and profit are continuing to rise steadily."
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彼女の演説から怒りの調子が消えていった。
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The fury went out of her speeches.
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彼は今の調子で勉強すればきっと試験に受かるだろう。
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He is sure to pass the exam if he studies at this rate.
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彼はふざけた調子でそう言った。
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He said so with humor.
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彼の声には憂鬱な調子が感じられた。
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We sensed a melancholy note in his voice.
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彼の新車は調子がよさそうだった。
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His new car looked all right.
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電子レンジの調子がおかしい。修理するより買い換えるほうがいいかな。
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My microwave is acting up. I think I'd rather get a new one than repair this one.
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調子はどうですか。
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How are you doing?
How're you doing?
How are things with you?
How is it going?
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