What does the TOEIC word "impose" mean?

The TOEIC word "impose" (verb (動詞)) means "課す、負わせる、押し付ける" in Japanese, widely used in business contexts.

Can you give a business example for "impose"?

Yes, a typical business example is: "The government decided to impose a new tax on luxury goods." which translates to "政府は贅沢品に新たな税金を課すことを決定した。".

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verb (動詞)

impose

💡 Usage & Nuance: TOEICでは、政府が税金や規制を「課す」、あるいは誰かに義務や困難を「負わせる・押し付ける」という文脈でよく登場します。Part 7のニュース記事やビジネス文書で頻出です。

levy

inflict

enforce

mandate

The government decided to impose a new tax on luxury goods.

政府は贅沢品に新たな税金を課すことを決定した。

Verify your vocabulary strength for "impose"

New regulations will be _______ on all imported products starting next month.

🎉 正解 / Correct!

解説: 文脈的に「新しい規制が課される」が最も適切です。
English: The context implies that new regulations will be 'placed upon' or 'applied to' products.

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