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In Iran, the bazaar merchants have always been a significant part of the economy and politics. For many years, they were known for their loyalty to the government. However, things have changed. Over the past two decades, economic changes have weakened the bazaar’s power. This has led to protests among the merchants, who are now voicing their dissatisfaction.
The bazaar, a traditional marketplace, was once the heart of Iran’s economy. It was not only a place for buying and selling goods but also a center for political influence. The merchants had strong connections with the government and played a crucial role in supporting it. But now, their influence is diminishing.
Several factors have contributed to this change. Firstly, the Iranian economy has been struggling due to international sanctions and mismanagement. These sanctions have made it difficult for businesses to operate, leading to financial losses for many merchants. Additionally, the government has been introducing new economic policies and reforms that do not favor the traditional bazaar system. This has made it harder for merchants to compete in the market.
Another reason for the protests is the rising cost of living in Iran. Inflation has increased the prices of goods, making it tough for both the merchants and their customers. Many people are finding it hard to afford basic necessities, which has led to widespread frustration and anger.
The protests by the bazaar merchants reflect a broader dissatisfaction with the current economic situation in Iran. The government needs to address these issues to restore stability and regain the trust of the merchants. If the situation continues, it could lead to more unrest and further weaken the country’s economy.
Overall, the protests by Iran’s bazaar merchants highlight the economic struggles faced by the country. It shows the need for effective policies and reforms that can revive the economy and support traditional businesses.
📝 Vocabulary
- merchant: a person or company involved in wholesale trade（商人）
例文: “Many merchants in the bazaar are worried about the impact of new economic policies.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- local merchant
- successful merchant
- merchant class
- protest: a statement or action expressing disapproval（抗議）
例文: “The merchants decided to protest against the new regulations.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- peaceful protest
- large protest
- student protest
- influence: the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something（影響力）
例文: “The bazaar merchants used to have a lot of influence in the government.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- political influence
- strong influence
- influence on
- sanction: a threatened penalty for disobeying a law or rule（制裁）
例文: “International sanctions have made it difficult for businesses to operate in Iran.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- economic sanction
- international sanction
- impose sanctions
- inflation: a general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money（インフレ）
例文: “Inflation has caused many goods to become more expensive.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- high inflation
- rising inflation
- inflation rate
✏️ Grammar Point
Present Perfect Continuous Tense – “Over the past two decades, economic changes have weakened the bazaar’s power.”
文法の日本語補足を見る
💡 使用場面
この文法は、過去から現在まで続いている状況や動作を説明する際に使われます。
📝 使用例文
“例: In a business meeting, you might say: ‘If we cut costs now, we can increase our profit margin next quarter.’”
❓ Listening Questions
- True/False: The bazaar merchants have always had a strong influence on Iran’s government.
- MCQ: What has made it difficult for Iranian businesses to operate?
a) International sanctions
b) Lack of customers
c) Poor location
d) High taxes - MCQ: What has increased the prices of goods in Iran?
a) New economic policies
b) Inflation
c) Increased demand
d) High production costs
🔑 Listening Answersを見る
- False
- a) International sanctions
- b) Inflation
📚 Reading Questions
- What are the reasons for the bazaar merchants’ protests in Iran?
- Why do you think the government’s new policies do not favor the traditional bazaar system?
- What does the word “diminishing” mean in the context of the script?
🔑 Reading Answersを見る
- The reasons include economic struggles due to sanctions and unfavorable government policies.
- The government’s new policies might not consider the traditional ways of doing business in the bazaar.
- “Diminishing” means becoming less or decreasing.
🇯🇵 日本語での経済ニュース解説
イランのバザール商人たちは、かつては政府に忠実で経済と政治において重要な役割を果たしていました。しかし、国際的な制裁や経済政策の変化により、その影響力は弱まっています。インフレや生活費の上昇も加わり、商人たちは抗議を始めました。この状況は、イラン経済の回復には適切な政策が必要であることを示しています。今後、政府が商人たちの信頼を取り戻し、経済の安定を図ることが求められます。
