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B2 adjective /ˈæbsəluːt/

absolute

absolut
Meaning
total, complete, or without restriction
Example
The dictator had absolute power over the nation.
Der Diktator hatte absolute Macht über die Nation.
B1 adjective /ˈsɒlɪd/

solid

fest
Meaning
firm and stable in shape; not liquid or fluid
Example
The ground was solid underfoot.
Der Boden war fest unter den Füßen.
C1 verb ɪɡˈzɛm.plɪ.faɪ

exemplify

veranschaulichen
Meaning
To be a typical example of or to illustrate something clearly, to show as an example or demonstrate.
Example
His dedication exemplifies true leadership.
Seine Hingabe veranschaulicht wahre Führung.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈæk.tɪv/

Inactive

inaktiv
Meaning
not active; not working; dormant; idle
Example
The volcano has been inactive for over a century.
Der Vulkan ist seit über einem Jahrhundert inaktiv.
B2 noun /əkˌseləˈreɪʃən/

acceleration

Beschleunigung
Meaning
the rate at which velocity changes over time; the act of speeding up
Example
The car showed rapid acceleration as it entered the highway.
Das Auto zeigte eine schnelle Beschleunigung auf der Autobahn.
C2 noun /vɪˈsɪsɪtjuːd/

vicissitude

Wechsel des Lebens
Meaning
A natural change or succession of one thing to another; the ups and downs of life.
Example
The vicissitude of life often teaches resilience.
Die Wechsel des Lebens lehren oft Resilienz.
C2 verb /ˈmɪlɪˌteɪt/

militate

beeinträchtigen
Meaning
to have a strong effect against something; to work as a powerful factor in preventing or influencing an outcome
Example
His lack of experience will militate against his promotion.
Sein Mangel an Erfahrung wird seine Beförderung beeinträchtigen.
A2 adjective /θɪn/

Thin

dünn; schmal
Meaning
having little thickness; not thick; slender
Example
She wore a thin jacket in the cold weather.
Sie trug eine dünne Jacke bei kaltem Wetter.
B2 noun /ˈreɪn.dʒər/

ranger

Waldaufseher
Meaning
A person responsible for protecting and managing forests, parks, or natural areas.
Example
The park ranger guided the tourists through the forest trail.
Der Park Ranger führte die Touristen durch den Waldweg.
B1 adverb /əˈlaʊd/

Aloud

laut
Meaning
in a voice that can be heard; not silently
Example
Please read the instructions aloud so everyone can hear.
Bitte lesen Sie die Anweisungen laut vor, damit jeder hören kann.
B2 adjective /əˈfektɪd/

Affected

betroffen; beeinflusst
Meaning
influenced; impacted; touched by something
Example
The flood-affected areas need immediate assistance.
Die von der Flut betroffenen Gebiete benötigen sofortige Hilfe.
B2 noun ˈlænd.mɑːk

landmark

Meilenstein
Meaning
An object or feature of a landscape or town that is easily seen and recognized from a distance; an important stage or turning point.
Example
The space restaurant is a landmark in innovation.
Das Weltraumrestaurant ist ein Meilenstein in der Innovation.
B2 noun /fraɪt/

Fright

Angst; Schrecken; Entsetzen
Meaning
a sudden intense feeling of fear; a shock or surprise that causes fear
Example
The loud thunder gave her such a fright that she dropped her coffee cup.
Der laute Donner versetzte sie in solche Angst, dass sie ihre Kaffeetasse fallen ließ.
B2 noun /ˈpælət/

palette

Palette
Meaning
a thin board or surface on which an artist sets and mixes colors; also a range of colors used in art or design
Example
The artist mixed vibrant shades on her palette before starting the painting.
Der Künstler mischte lebendige Farben auf seiner Palette, bevor er mit dem Malen begann.
C1 adjective /əˈnæl.ə.ɡəs/

analogous

analog
Meaning
Comparable in certain respects, typically in a way that makes clearer the nature of things being compared.
Example
The human brain is analogous to a supercomputer.
Das menschliche Gehirn ist analog zu einem Supercomputer.
C2 noun /ˈɑːbəlɪsk/

obelisk

obelisk
Meaning
A tall, four-sided, narrow tapering monument with a pyramid-shaped top.
Example
The ancient Egyptians built obelisks to honor their gods.
Die alten Ägypter errichteten Obelisken, um ihre Götter zu ehren.
C1 noun ˈæ.sɛt ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən

asset allocation

Vermögensaufteilung
Meaning
An investment strategy that aims to balance risk and reward by apportioning a portfolio's assets according to an individual's goals, risk tolerance, and investment horizon.
Example
Proper asset allocation is key to financial growth.
Eine korrekte Vermögensaufteilung ist der Schlüssel zum finanziellen Wachstum.
C1 adjective /ˌruː.dɪˈmen.tər.i/

Rudimentary

grundlegend; elementar; unterentwickelt; in den frühesten Entwicklungsstadien
Meaning
basic; elementary; undeveloped; in the earliest stage of development
Example
She has only rudimentary knowledge of French.
Sie hat nur rudimentäre Kenntnisse der französischen Sprache.
C1 adjective /ˈtæntəmaʊnt/

tantamount

gleichwertig
Meaning
Equivalent in seriousness or effect; virtually the same as.
Example
His refusal to speak was tantamount to an admission of guilt.
Seine Weigerung zu sprechen war gleichwertig mit einem Schuldeingeständnis.
B2 adverb /ˈsoʊʃəli/

socially

sozial
Meaning
in a way that relates to society or social interaction
Example
He is very active socially and attends many events.
Er ist sehr sozial aktiv und nimmt an vielen Veranstaltungen teil.
A2 pronoun /ðɛərz/

theirs

ihnen
Meaning
belonging to them; that which is theirs
Example
This book is theirs, not ours.
Dieses Buch gehört ihnen, nicht uns.
B2 noun /ˈmɪnərəl/

mineral

Mineral
Meaning
a naturally occurring substance that is solid and inorganic, often used in industry or nutrition
Example
Calcium is an important mineral for strong bones.
Kalzium ist ein wichtiges Mineral für starke Knochen.
C1 verb, noun /lɜːrtʃ/

lurch

schlingern, plötzliches, unkontrolliertes Bewegen
Meaning
to make an abrupt, unsteady, or uncontrolled movement; a sudden movement or stagger
Example
The bus lurched forward as the driver hit the brakes.
Der Bus schlingerte nach vorne, als der Fahrer die Bremsen betätigte.
B1 noun /poʊl/

pole

Mast
Meaning
a long, slender, vertical object or structure, typically made of wood, metal, or another material
Example
They placed the flag on top of the pole.
Sie haben die Fahne oben auf dem Mast gesetzt.
C1 noun /ʃæˈtoʊ/

chateau

französisches Schloss
Meaning
a large French country house or castle
Example
They stayed in a beautiful chateau in France.
Sie übernachteten in einem wunderschönen Schloss in Frankreich.
B2 noun /ˈlɛtɪs/

lettuce

Kopfsalat
Meaning
a leafy green vegetable commonly used in salads and sandwiches
Example
She added fresh lettuce to the sandwich.
Sie fügte frischen Kopfsalat zum Sandwich hinzu.
A2 verb /ɪnˈkri:s/

increase

steigern
Meaning
to become or make something larger in amount, number, or degree
Example
The company plans to increase its production this year.
Das Unternehmen plant, seine Produktion in diesem Jahr zu steigern.
C2 noun /ˈlæsɪtjuːd/

lassitude

Müdigkeit
Meaning
a state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy
Example
After the long hike, a feeling of lassitude swept over the group.
Nach der langen Wanderung ergriff ein Gefühl der Müdigkeit die Gruppe.
B2 adjective /ˈsɜːrkjələr/

circular

kreisförmig
Meaning
shaped like a circle; round in form
Example
The kids sat in a circular arrangement around the campfire.
Die Kinder saßen in einer kreisförmigen Anordnung um das Lagerfeuer.
C1 noun /kæʃ/

cache

Cache
Meaning
A hidden storage of items or a high-speed memory in computing.
Example
The hikers found a cache of supplies hidden under the rocks.
Die Wanderer fanden ein verstecktes Vorratslager unter den Felsen.
C2 noun /ˈænɪ siːd/

Ani seed

anis
Meaning
Small aromatic seeds used as a spice and for medicinal purposes, with a sweet licorice-like flavor
Example
Anise seeds are often used in traditional desserts and teas.
Anissamen werden oft in traditionellen Desserts und Tees verwendet.
A2 noun /ɡræs/

grass

Glück
Meaning
plants with narrow green leaves, often covering the ground in fields or gardens
Example
Children are playing on the grass.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
C1 verb /ˈprɒfər/

proffer

anbieten, vorlegen
Meaning
to offer something for acceptance; to present
Example
She proffered her hand as a sign of friendship.
Sie reichte ihre Hand als Zeichen der Freundschaft.
B1 noun /ˈen.tri/

Entry

Eintritt; Anmeldung
Meaning
an act of going or coming in; an item written or printed in a record
Example
His entry into the competition was submitted just before the deadline.
Sein Eintritt in den Wettbewerb wurde kurz vor der Frist eingereicht.
A2 noun /ˈkæb.ɪdʒ/

Cabbage

Kohl
Meaning
a cultivated plant eaten as a vegetable, having thick green or purple leaves surrounding a spherical heart
Example
She chopped the fresh cabbage to make coleslaw for dinner.
Sie schnitt den frischen Kohl, um Krautsalat zum Abendessen zu machen.
C2 noun /ˌvɛrɪsɪˈmɪlɪtjuːd/

verisimilitude

Wahrscheinlichkeit
Meaning
the appearance of being true or real
Example
The movie was praised for its verisimilitude to actual events.
Der Film wurde für seine Wahrscheinlichkeit in Bezug auf echte Ereignisse gelobt.
C1 noun /ˌoʊvərprəˈdʌkʃən/

overproduction

Überproduktion
Meaning
The act of producing more of something than is needed or can be consumed.
Example
The economic crisis was caused by the overproduction of goods.
Die Wirtschaftskrise wurde durch die Überproduktion von Gütern verursacht.
A2 noun /ɪɡˈzæm/

exam

Prüfung
Meaning
a formal test of a person's knowledge or skill in a subject
Example
She studied hard for her final exam.
Sie hat hart für ihre Abschlussprüfung gelernt.
C1 adjective məˈdʒes.tɪk

Majestic

majestätisch
Meaning
Having impressive beauty, dignity, or grandeur; regal and stately in appearance.
Example
The majestic Himalayas stand tall against the sky.
Die majestätischen Himalaya-Berge erheben sich hoch gegen den Himmel.
B1 verb /mɛlt/

melt

schmelzen
Meaning
to change from solid to liquid due to heat; to disappear gradually
Example
The ice melted in the sun.
Das Eis schmolz in der Sonne.
B2 adverb /ˈfɜ:rst hænd/

First-hand

aus erster Hand; direkt
Meaning
directly experienced or obtained; from the original source
Example
I experienced the earthquake first-hand.
Ich habe das Erdbeben aus erster Hand erlebt.
B1 verb /ˈɒpəreɪt/

operate

bedienen
Meaning
to function; to control or manage; to perform surgery
Example
The surgeon will operate on the patient tomorrow.
Der Chirurg wird den Patienten morgen operieren.
C1 noun /ˈmɪm.ɪk/

Mimic

Nachahmer; nachahmen;
Meaning
A person who copies or imitates the actions, speech, or mannerisms of others
Example
The talented mimic could perfectly imitate famous celebrities.
Der talentierte Nachahmer konnte berühmte Prominente perfekt nachahmen.
C1 adverb /ˌkɒnfɪˈdenʃəli/

Confidentially

vertraulich
Meaning
in a confidential manner; secretly; privately
Example
The information was shared confidentially between the two managers.
Die Information wurde vertraulich zwischen den beiden Managern geteilt.
B2 noun /ˈɡloʊbəl əˈwɛrnɪs/

global awareness

globale Bewusstseinsbildung
Meaning
Worldwide consciousness and understanding of important issues that affect people globally, leading to informed action and policy changes.
Example
Global awareness of climate change is essential for policy changes.
Globale Bewusstseinsbildung über den Klimawandel ist entscheidend für politische Veränderungen.
C2 adjective /ˈsʌpliənt/

suppliant

bittend
Meaning
Humbly or earnestly asking for something, especially from a person in authority.
Example
The suppliant man begged for mercy at the king's feet.
Der bittende Mann flehte um Gnade vor den Füßen des Königs.
C1 noun /ˈmɒn.ə.təʊn/

monotone

monoton
Meaning
A continuous sound, especially of a person's voice, that does not rise and fall in pitch.
Example
The teacher's monotone made the lecture hard to follow.
Der monoton klingende Lehrer machte es schwer, der Vorlesung zu folgen.
B2 adverb /ˌfɜːrðərˈmɔːr/

furthermore

außerdem
Meaning
Used to introduce an additional point or idea; in addition.
Example
The plan is simple and, furthermore, it is affordable.
Der Plan ist einfach und außerdem ist er erschwinglich.
B2 noun /ˌpɪə.riˈɒd.ɪ.kəl/

periodical

Zeitschrift
Meaning
a magazine or journal published at regular intervals
Example
She subscribed to a science periodical.
Sie abonnierte eine wissenschaftliche Zeitschrift.
C1 adverb /ˈmerɪli/

Merrily

fröhlich
Meaning
in a cheerful and joyful manner
Example
The children played merrily in the garden.
Die Kinder spielten fröhlich im Garten.
C2 noun /paɪər/

pyre

Leichentuch
Meaning
A heap of combustible material, especially one used for burning a corpse as part of a funeral ceremony.
Example
The villagers built a pyre to honor the deceased.
Die Dorfbewohner bauten ein Leichentuch, um den Verstorbenen zu ehren.
B2 noun /əbˈzɜːvər/

observer

Beobachter
Meaning
a person who watches or notices something
Example
The observer took notes during the meeting.
Der Beobachter machte während des Treffens Notizen.
A2 noun /ɡoʊt/

Goat

Ziege
Meaning
a farm animal with horns that gives milk and meat
Example
The farmer keeps goats for their milk and cheese.
Der Bauer hält Ziegen für ihre Milch und ihren Käse.
C1 noun /ˌɪnklɪˈneɪʃən/

inclination

Neigung
Meaning
A natural tendency or urge to act or feel in a particular way.
Example
She has an inclination towards helping others.
Sie hat eine Neigung, anderen zu helfen.
C1 adjective /ˈpen.ɪ.ləs/

Penniless

mittellos; extrem arm; völlig ohne Geld
Meaning
having no money; extremely poor; completely without funds
Example
After losing his job, he became penniless.
Nachdem er seinen Job verloren hatte, wurde er mittellos.
C1 noun /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪks/

linguistics

Linguistik
Meaning
The scientific study of language and its structure.
Example
She decided to major in linguistics at university.
Sie entschied sich, an der Universität Linguistik zu studieren.
C2 verb /ˈdɔːd(ə)l/

dawdle

trödeln
Meaning
to waste time by being slow or idle
Example
Stop dawdling and finish your homework.
Hör auf, Zeit zu verschwenden und beende deine Hausaufgaben.
A1 noun, numeral /ˈhʌndrəd/

hundred

hundert
Meaning
the number 100
Example
There are a hundred students in the hall.
Es gibt hundert Schüler im Saal.
C2 noun /ˌɪnjuːˈɛndəʊ/

innuendo

Andeutung
Meaning
An allusive or oblique remark or hint, typically a suggestive or disparaging one.
Example
The manager's innuendo was directed towards his competitor.
Die Andeutung des Managers war an seinen Konkurrenten gerichtet.
C2 noun /ˈæp.ɪˌkʌl.tʃər/

apiculture

Bienenzucht
Meaning
The practice of keeping and raising bees for honey and other products.
Example
Apiculture plays a vital role in agriculture by supporting pollination.
Die Bienenzucht spielt eine wichtige Rolle in der Landwirtschaft, da sie die Bestäubung unterstützt.
C2 noun /ˈɛpɪkjʊr/

epicure

Feinschmecker
Meaning
A person who enjoys fine food and drink, often with refined taste.
Example
As an epicure, she always sought out the finest restaurants in the city.
Als Feinschmecker suchte sie immer die besten Restaurants in der Stadt.
C2 adjective /ˈflʌməksd/

flummoxed

verwirrt
Meaning
Completely confused or bewildered.
Example
He looked flummoxed after hearing the strange question.
Er sah verwirrt aus, nachdem er die seltsame Frage gehört hatte.
C2 adjective /ˈeɪkwiəs/

aqueous

wässrig
Meaning
related to or containing water; watery
Example
The solution was in an aqueous form.
Die Lösung war in einer aquösen Form.
C1 verb /snʌb/

snub

abfälliger Blick
Meaning
to insult or ignore someone by treating them rudely
Example
He felt hurt when his invitation was snubbed.
Er fühlte sich verletzt, als seine Einladung abgelehnt wurde.
C1 verb /ɪnˈtʃænt/

enchant

verzaubern
Meaning
to delight or charm greatly; to cast a spell over
Example
The storyteller enchanted the children with his tales.
Der Geschichtenerzähler verzauberte die Kinder mit seinen Erzählungen.
B1 verb /əˈpriːʃieɪt/

appreciate

Wertschätzen
Meaning
to recognize the value or significance of; to be grateful for
Example
I really appreciate your help with this project.
Ich schätze wirklich deine Hilfe bei diesem Projekt.
B2 noun ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si ˌreɪts

literacy rates

Alphabetisierungsraten
Meaning
The percentage of people in a population who can read and write; measures of educational levels in a population.
Example
Literacy rates impact socioeconomic conditions.
Alphabetisierungsraten beeinflussen die sozioökonomischen Bedingungen.
C2 adjective /ˌɪnkɒntrəˈvɜːtəbl/

incontrovertible

unbestreitbar
Meaning
impossible to deny or dispute; unquestionable
Example
The evidence was incontrovertible and proved his innocence.
Die Beweise waren unbestreitbar und bewiesen seine Unschuld.
C2 /laɪð/

lithe

geschmeidig und anmutig
Meaning
thin, supple, and graceful in movement
Example
The lithe dancer captivated the audience with her graceful spins.
Die geschmeidige Tänzerin fesselte das Publikum mit ihren anmutigen Drehungen.
C2 noun /ˈɡlʌt.ən/

Glutton

Völler
Meaning
a person who regularly eats or drinks more than is necessary; someone who has an excessive appetite
Example
He was known as a glutton who could finish three large pizzas in one sitting.
Er war als Völler bekannt, der drei große Pizzen auf einmal essen konnte.
C1 noun /ˌkɒk.əˈtuː/

Cockatoo

Kakadu
Meaning
a large parrot with a prominent crest that can be raised or lowered
Example
The white cockatoo raised its beautiful crest.
Der weiße Kakadu hob seinen schönen Kamm.
B1 verb /ɪnˈʃʊər/

ensure

sicherstellen
Meaning
To make certain that something will happen or be the case.
Example
Please ensure that the door is locked before you leave.
Bitte stellen Sie sicher, dass die Tür geschlossen ist, bevor Sie gehen.
B2 noun /dʒɔɪnt/

Joint

Gelenk; gemeinsam
Meaning
a point at which parts of the body are connected; shared by two or more people
Example
The joint effort of the team led to the project's success.
Der gemeinsame Einsatz des Teams führte zum Erfolg des Projekts.
C2 adjective /ˈlɪəri/

leery

misstrauisch
Meaning
Cautious or wary due to suspicion or distrust.
Example
She was leery of investing in the new business.
Sie war misstrauisch, in das neue Geschäft zu investieren.
B2 noun /ˈkɒl.ər/

Collar

kragen
Meaning
a band of material around the neck; in jewelry context, a close-fitting necklace
Example
She wore an elegant pearl collar to the formal dinner.
Sie trug einen eleganten Perlenkragen zum formellen Abendessen.
C2 adjective /dɪˈstɛnsəbl̩/

distensible

dehnbar
Meaning
Capable of being stretched or expanded.
Example
The stomach is a distensible organ that can expand after eating.
Der Magen ist ein dehnbares Organ, das sich nach dem Essen ausdehnen kann.
C1 noun /oʊˈveɪʃən/

ovation

Beifall
Meaning
an enthusiastic show of approval, especially by clapping hands
Example
The actor received a standing ovation after his performance.
Der Schauspieler erhielt nach seiner Aufführung stehende Ovationen.
A2 adjective /ɪkˈsaɪtɪŋ/

exciting

aufregend
Meaning
Causing great enthusiasm and eagerness.
Example
The journey has been an exciting experience.
Die Reise war eine aufregende Erfahrung.
C1 noun /səˈsteɪnəbl ˈæɡrɪkʌltʃər/

sustainable agriculture

nachhaltige Landwirtschaft
Meaning
Farming practices that meet current food needs while preserving environmental resources and maintaining the ability to produce food for future generations through ecologically sound methods.
Example
Sustainable agriculture practices protect the environment while ensuring food security.
Nachhaltige Landwirtschaft schützt die Umwelt und sorgt für die Ernährungssicherheit.
C2 noun /ˈpɜːrljuː/

purlieu

Randgebiet
Meaning
The area near or surrounding a place; an outlying or neighboring district.
Example
They spent the afternoon exploring the purlieus of the ancient city.
Sie verbrachten den Nachmittag damit, die Purlieus der antiken Stadt zu erkunden.
B1 noun /kəˌmjunɪˈkeɪʃən/

communication

Kommunikation
Meaning
The act or process of using words, sounds, signs, or behaviors to express or exchange information or to express your ideas, thoughts, feelings, etc.
Example
Effective communication is crucial for any successful project.
Effektive Kommunikation ist entscheidend für jedes erfolgreiche Projekt.
B2 noun /pʌŋk/

punk

Punk
Meaning
a type of popular music, or the culture associated with it, characterized by loud, fast rhythms and rebellious attitudes
Example
He’s always been into punk music and fashion.
Er ist immer in Punk-Musik und Mode interessiert gewesen.
C2 noun ˈpɑː.stər.ə.lɪ.zəm

pastoralism

Pastoralismus, Weidewirtschaftssystem
Meaning
A form of animal husbandry where domesticated animals are released onto large vegetated outdoor lands for grazing.
Example
Pastoralism is a traditional way of managing livestock.
Pastoralismus ist eine traditionelle Art der Viehhaltung.
A2 noun /əˈpɔɪnt.mənt/

Appointment

Termin; Ernennung;
Meaning
an arrangement to meet someone at a particular time and place; the action of appointing someone to a job or position
Example
I have a doctor's appointment at 3 PM.
Ich habe einen Arzttermin um 15 Uhr.
C1 adjective /ˈhæk.nid/

hackneyed

abgedroschen
Meaning
Used too often and therefore lacking originality or freshness.
Example
The speech was filled with hackneyed phrases that failed to inspire the audience.
Die Rede war voll von abgedroschenen Phrasen, die das Publikum nicht inspirierten.
A2 noun /ˈfɪɡ.jər/

Figure

Figur; Bild; Zahl;
Meaning
a number, especially one which forms part of official statistics; the shape of a human body
Example
The sales figure for this quarter exceeded all expectations.
Die Verkaufszahlen dieses Quartals übertrafen alle Erwartungen.
C2 noun /ˌkæt ə ˈnaɪn ˌteɪlz/

cat-o-nine-tails

Peitsche mit neun Schwänzen
Meaning
A whip with nine knotted cords, historically used for punishment.
Example
The sailor feared the cat-o-nine-tails more than the storm at sea.
Der Matrose fürchtete die Peitsche mit neun Schwänzen mehr als den Sturm auf See.
B2 noun ˌbaɪ.oʊ.dɪˈvɝː.sə.t̬i

biodiversity

Biodiversität
Meaning
The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.
Example
Rainforests are home to immense biodiversity.
Regenwälder sind Heimat für enorme Biodiversität.
B1 adjective /ʌnˈtru/

Untrue

falsch; unkorrekt
Meaning
not true; false; incorrect
Example
His statement about the incident was completely untrue.
Seine Aussage über den Vorfall war völlig falsch.
C2 noun /ˈmɛtələ(r)dʒi/

metallurgy

Metallurgie
Meaning
The science and technology of metals, including their extraction from ores and their processing.
Example
Metallurgy plays a vital role in industrial development.
Metallurgie spielt eine entscheidende Rolle in der industriellen Entwicklung.
C1 noun /ˈtʃæriət/

Chariot

Kriegsgespann
Meaning
an ancient horse-drawn vehicle used in warfare and racing
Example
The warrior rode his chariot into battle with great courage.
Der Krieger fuhr mit seinem Kriegsgespann mutig in die Schlacht.
A2 noun ˈprəʊɡres

progress

fortschritt
Meaning
Forward or onward movement towards a destination or a more advanced state.
Example
Progress in recycling technologies can tackle pollution.
Fortschritte in Recyclingtechnologien können die Umweltverschmutzung bekämpfen.
B2 noun /ˈspɛktrəm/

spectrum

Spektrum
Meaning
A range of different things, often related to colors, ideas, or classifications.
Example
The festival attracted people from across the political spectrum.
Das Festival zog Menschen aus dem gesamten politischen Spektrum an.
B2 noun /ˈmaɪ.ɡrənt/

migrant

Migrant
Meaning
A person who moves from one place to another, especially to find work or better living conditions.
Example
Many migrants travel long distances to find employment.
Viele Migranten reisen weite Strecken, um Arbeit zu finden.
C2 noun /ɪˌkliːziˈæstɪk/

ecclesiastic

kirchlich
Meaning
A member of the clergy or church official.
Example
The council was attended by several high-ranking ecclesiastics.
Der Rat wurde von mehreren hochrangigen Kirchenvertretern besucht.
C1 adjective /ˌpriːdɪˈspoʊzd/

predisposed

neigung
Meaning
Likely or inclined to be affected by something in advance.
Example
She is predisposed to trust people easily.
Sie ist geneigt, Menschen leicht zu vertrauen.
C2 noun /ˈmɪsənˌθroʊp/

misanthrope

Misanthrop
Meaning
a person who dislikes or distrusts humankind
Example
The old man was considered a misanthrope who avoided all social gatherings.
Der alte Mann wurde als ein Misanthrop angesehen, der alle sozialen Zusammenkünfte vermied.
C2 noun /ˈdʒɪb.ɪt/

Gibbet

Galgen
Meaning
a gallows for hanging criminals; an upright post with a projecting arm for hanging the bodies of criminals
Example
In medieval times, criminals were often executed on a gibbet as a public warning.
Im Mittelalter wurden Kriminelle oft an einem Galgen als öffentliche Warnung aufgehängt.
C2 noun /əˈstɪɡmətɪzəm/

astigmatism

Astigmatismus
Meaning
An eye defect causing blurred vision due to irregular curvature of the cornea or lens.
Example
She wears glasses to correct her astigmatism.
Sie trägt eine Brille, um ihren Astigmatismus zu korrigieren.
C2 noun /ˈbælæst/

ballast

Ballast
Meaning
heavy material used to stabilize a ship or vehicle
Example
The ship was loaded with ballast to remain steady in the storm.
Das Schiff wurde mit Ballast beladen, um in dem Sturm stabil zu bleiben.
C2 noun /ˈsoʊbrɪˌkeɪ/

sobriquet

Spitzname
Meaning
a person's nickname or descriptive name
Example
The famous leader was known by the sobriquet 'The Iron Lady'.
Der berühmte Führer war unter dem Spitznamen 'Die eiserne Dame' bekannt.
A1 preposition /ɪn/

in

in
Meaning
expressing the situation of being enclosed or surrounded by something
Example
She is in the kitchen preparing dinner.
Sie ist in der Küche und bereitet das Abendessen vor.
B2 noun /kɜːrv/

Curve

Kurve
Meaning
a line or outline that gradually deviates from being straight; a bend or turn in a road or path
Example
The driver slowed down as he approached the sharp curve in the mountain road.
Der Fahrer verlangsamte, als er sich der scharfen Kurve auf der Bergstraße näherte.
B2 noun /ˈɜːrnər/

earner

Verdiener
Meaning
A person who earns money through work or business
Example
She is the primary earner in her family.
Sie ist die Hauptverdiener in ihrer Familie.
C1 noun /ˈdaɪnəˌmoʊ/

dynamo

Maschine, die Elektrizität erzeugt; eine Person mit großer Energie und Begeisterung
Meaning
A machine that generates electricity; a person with great energy and enthusiasm.
Example
She is the real dynamo behind the success of the company.
Sie ist die wahre Dynamo hinter dem Erfolg des Unternehmens.
C2 adjective /ˈkɒs.ɪ.tɪd/

cosseted

verwöhnt
Meaning
pampered, treated with excessive care and attention
Example
The cosseted child always got what he wanted.
Das verwöhnte Kind bekam immer, was es wollte.
C2 noun /dæmˈneɪ.ʃən/

Damnation

Verdammnis; Zerstörung
Meaning
condemnation to eternal punishment in hell; something that causes ruin or failure
Example
The preacher spoke about salvation and damnation in his sermon.
Der Prediger sprach in seiner Predigt über Erlösung und Verdammnis.
C2 noun /ˌɪnvəˈkeɪʃən/

invocation

Anrufung
Meaning
the act of calling upon a higher power for help, blessing, or inspiration
Example
The ceremony began with an invocation to the gods.
Die Zeremonie begann mit einer Anrufung der Götter.
C2 noun /ˈæn.əlz/

annals

Annalen
Meaning
Historical records of events, usually arranged chronologically.
Example
Her name will be remembered in the annals of science.
Ihr Name wird in den Annalen der Wissenschaft verewigt.
C1 noun, adjective, verb /ʃæm/

sham

Täuschung
Meaning
something that is not what it appears to be; a false or fake thing; to pretend
Example
The deal turned out to be a sham.
Der Deal stellte sich als Täuschung heraus.
B2 noun ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl ˌdɛɡrəˈdeɪʃən

environmental degradation

Umweltzerstörung
Meaning
The deterioration of the environment through depletion of resources and destruction of ecosystems.
Example
Environmental degradation threatens biodiversity.
Umweltzerstörung bedroht die Biodiversität.
B1 adverb /əˈperəntli/

Apparently

anscheinend;
Meaning
seemingly; as far as one knows or can see; clearly; evidently
Example
Apparently, the meeting has been postponed to next week.
Anscheinend wurde das Treffen auf nächste Woche verschoben.
B1 verb /waɪp/

wipe

wischen
Meaning
to clean or dry something by rubbing with a cloth or tissue
Example
Please wipe the table clean.
Bitte wischen Sie den Tisch ab.
B1 noun /əˌkɒməˈdeɪʃən/

Accommodation

Unterkunft
Meaning
a room, group of rooms, or building in which someone may live or stay
Example
The hotel provides comfortable accommodation for tourists.
Das Hotel bietet den Touristen komfortable Unterkünfte.
A2 noun /fɪər/

Fear

Angst; Furcht
Meaning
an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous
Example
She overcame her fear of heights by taking rock climbing lessons.
Sie überwand ihre Höhenangst, indem sie Kletterkurse nahm.
C2 adjective /ˈkɑːrpɪŋ/

carping

nörgelnd
Meaning
continually complaining or finding fault in a petty way
Example
His carping attitude makes teamwork difficult.
Seine nörgelnde Einstellung macht Teamarbeit schwierig.
B2 noun /ˈfjuː.nər.əl/

Funeral

Beerdigung
Meaning
a ceremony typically held shortly after a person's death, usually including burial or cremation
Example
Hundreds of people attended the funeral to pay their respects to the beloved teacher.
Hunderte von Menschen nahmen an der Beerdigung teil, um dem geliebten Lehrer ihre Ehre zu erweisen.
A2 noun /ˈdʌst.bɪn/

Dustbin

Mülleimer
Meaning
a container for holding waste or garbage before disposal
Example
Please throw the paper into the dustbin after use.
Bitte werfen Sie das Papier nach Gebrauch in den Mülleimer.
C1 noun /əˈpɒlədʒɪst/

apologist

Verteidiger
Meaning
a person who defends or justifies something, often a controversial belief or institution
Example
He is known as an apologist for authoritarian regimes.
Er ist als Verteidiger autoritärer Regime bekannt.
B1 adverb /ˈpriːviəsli/

previously

zuvor
Meaning
at an earlier time or before now
Example
She had previously worked at a bank before starting her own business.
Sie hatte zuvor in einer Bank gearbeitet, bevor sie ihr eigenes Geschäft gründete.
A2 noun /ˈtæksi/

taxi

Taxi
Meaning
A car licensed to transport passengers in exchange for payment of a fare.
Example
We hailed a taxi to get to the airport.
Wir nahmen ein Taxi, um zum Flughafen zu gelangen.