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C1 adjective /ˈækʃənəbl̩/

actionable

verfügbar für rechtliche Schritte
Meaning
Able to be acted on or giving sufficient reason for legal action.
Example
The lawyer confirmed that the evidence was actionable in court.
Der Anwalt bestätigte, dass der Beweis vor Gericht verwertbar war.
C1 verb /ˌæprɪˈhɛnd/

apprehend

verhaften
Meaning
to arrest or seize someone; to understand or perceive something
Example
The police managed to apprehend the thief after a long chase.
Die Polizei konnte den Dieb nach einer langen Verfolgung festnehmen.
B2 verb /əˈkɒmədeɪt/

accommodate

unterbringen
Meaning
To provide lodging, space, or meet the needs of someone.
Example
The hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests.
Das Hotel kann bis zu 200 Gäste unterbringen.
C1 noun /ˈælkəmi/

alchemy

Alchemie
Meaning
A medieval practice combining elements of chemistry and philosophy, aimed at transforming matter, especially turning base metals into gold.
Example
Medieval scientists devoted their lives to alchemy.
Mittelalterliche Wissenschaftler widmeten ihr Leben der Alchemie.
C2 noun /əˈluːviən/

alluvion

Alluvion
Meaning
The gradual increase of land by the deposit of soil from water; also, a flood or overflow of water.
Example
The river’s alluvion added new fertile land to the village fields.
Die Alluvion des Flusses fügte den Feldern des Dorfes neues fruchtbares Land hinzu.
C2 verb /ænˈtɪpəθaɪz/

antipathize

antipathisieren
Meaning
to feel or express a strong dislike or aversion toward something or someone
Example
He seemed to antipathize with the new management's approach.
Er schien sich gegen den Ansatz des neuen Managements antipathisch zu fühlen.
B1 adjective /ˈæŋk.ʃəs/

Anxious

ängstlich; besorgt
Meaning
feeling worried or nervous; eager with concern
Example
She felt anxious about her upcoming job interview.
Sie fühlte sich ängstlich wegen ihres bevorstehenden Vorstellungsgesprächs.
C2 adjective /ˌæpəˈplɛktɪk/

apoplectic

apoplektisch
Meaning
Extremely angry; furious.
Example
He was apoplectic when he heard about the unfair decision.
Er war apoplektisch, als er von der ungerechten Entscheidung hörte.
C1 noun /ˌɑːrtʃˈbɪʃəp/

archbishop

Erzbischof
Meaning
A senior bishop in charge of an archdiocese in the Christian Church.
Example
The archbishop delivered a sermon to thousands of people.
Der Erzbischof hielt eine Predigt vor tausenden von Menschen.
B2 noun /əˈvɔɪdəns/

avoidance

Vermeidung
Meaning
the act of staying away from something; deliberate prevention of contact or confrontation
Example
Avoidance of difficult conversations can create bigger problems later.
Die Vermeidung schwieriger Gespräche kann später größere Probleme verursachen.
C2 noun /ˌɑːrbəˈriːtəm/

arboretum

Arboretum
Meaning
a place where trees, shrubs, and plants are grown for scientific study or public display
Example
We visited the city’s arboretum to learn about exotic trees.
Wir haben das Arboretum der Stadt besucht, um mehr über exotische Bäume zu erfahren.
B2 noun /əˌveɪləˈbɪləti/

availability

verfügbarkeit
Meaning
the state of being able to be used or obtained
Example
The availability of clean water is crucial for health.
Die Verfügbarkeit von sauberem Wasser ist entscheidend für die Gesundheit.
C2 noun /ˈeɪ.pi.ə.rɪst/

apiarist

Imker
Meaning
a person who keeps and tends bees for honey production
Example
The apiarist collected fresh honey from the hives.
Der Imker sammelte frischen Honig aus den Bienenstöcken.
A2 verb /ˈædvərˌtaɪz/

advertise

werben
Meaning
to promote or publicize a product or service
Example
They advertise their products on television.
Sie werben im Fernsehen für ihre Produkte.
B2 adjective /əˈfekʃənət/

Affectionate

zärtlich; liebevoll; fürsorglich; zuneigung zeigend
Meaning
loving; caring; tender; showing affection
Example
She is very affectionate towards her children.
Sie ist sehr fürsorglich gegenüber ihren Kindern.
B2 noun (plural) /ˈɑːrtɪˌfæks/

artifacts

Artefakte
Meaning
objects made by humans, often of historical or cultural importance
Example
Archaeologists discovered valuable artifacts in the ruins.
Archäologen entdeckten wertvolle Artefakte in den Ruinen.
B2 verb əˈteɪnd

attained

erreicht
Meaning
Succeeded in achieving (something that one desires and has worked for); reached a specified age, size, or amount.
Example
The region attained remarkable progress.
Die Region hat bemerkenswerte Fortschritte erreicht.
B2 verb /əˈbændən/

abandon

aufgeben
Meaning
to give up completely; to leave permanently
Example
They had to abandon their house due to flooding.
Sie mussten ihr Haus wegen der Überschwemmung aufgeben.
A2 noun /ˈɑːrmi/

army

Armee
Meaning
a large organized military force trained for war
Example
The army protected the border from attack.
Die Armee schützte die Grenze vor einem Angriff.
C2 noun /ˌeɪd də ˈkæmp/

aide-de-camp

Militärischer Offizier, der als vertraulicher Assistent eines höheren Offiziers fungiert
Meaning
A military officer acting as a confidential assistant to a senior officer.
Example
The general was accompanied by his aide-de-camp during the ceremony.
Der General wurde während der Zeremonie von seinem Aide-de-Camp begleitet.
C2 noun /ˈænti/

ante

Einsatz zu Beginn eines Spiels
Meaning
a stake put up by a player in poker or similar games before receiving cards; also used figuratively to mean an initial investment or contribution
Example
Each player placed an ante before the game began.
Jeder Spieler setzte ein Ante, bevor das Spiel begann.
C1 noun /ˌæŋɡloʊ ˈsæksən/

anglo-saxon

Meaning
A member of the Germanic peoples who settled in England in the early Middle Ages; also relating to their language or culture.
Example
The Anglo-Saxon period greatly influenced English culture and language.
C2 noun /ˈæltruɪst/

altruist

Altruist
Meaning
a person who has an unselfish concern for the welfare of others
Example
He is an altruist who always puts others' needs before his own.
Er ist ein Altruist, der immer die Bedürfnisse der anderen vor seine eigenen stellt.
C1 noun /ˌæntɪˈsiːdənts/

antecedents

Vorgeschichte
Meaning
previous events, conditions, or people that influence or serve as a basis for something that follows
Example
The lawyer examined the criminal antecedents of the suspect.
Der Anwalt untersuchte die kriminellen Vorgeschichten des Verdächtigen.
B2 noun/adjective /ˌædəˈlɛsənt/

adolescent

Jugendlicher
Meaning
A young person in the process of developing from a child into an adult.
Example
Adolescents often experience rapid physical and emotional changes.
Jugendliche erleben oft schnelle körperliche und emotionale Veränderungen.
B2 noun ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənts

antioxidants

Antioxidantien
Meaning
A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage.
Example
Fruits and vegetables are rich in antioxidants.
Früchte und Gemüse sind reich an Antioxidantien.
A2 verb /əˈreɪndʒ/

arrange

anordnen
Meaning
to organize or put in order; to plan or prepare
Example
She arranged the flowers in a vase.
Sie ordnete die Blumen in einer Vase an.
C1 adjective /ˈɔːbərn/

auburn

rötlich-braun
Meaning
reddish-brown in color, especially used to describe hair
Example
She has long auburn hair that shines in the sunlight.
Sie hat lange rötlich-braune Haare, die im Sonnenlicht glänzen.
B2 adverb /ˈæŋkʃəsli/

anxiously

ängstlich
Meaning
in a worried, nervous, or uneasy manner; with anxious anticipation
Example
She waited anxiously for the exam results.
Sie wartete ängstlich auf die Prüfungsergebnisse.
C1 noun /aɪ/

aye

ja
Meaning
an affirmative vote or expression of agreement
Example
The committee voted aye on the proposal.
Das Komitee hat mit Ja für den Vorschlag gestimmt.
C2 verb /əˈsɛvəˌreɪt/

asseverate

betonen
Meaning
to affirm or declare positively and earnestly
Example
He asseverated that he had never seen the man before.
Er betonte, dass er den Mann noch nie zuvor gesehen hatte.
B2 noun /ˌɔː.θɛnˈtɪs.ə.ti/

authenticity

Authentizität
Meaning
The quality of being authentic; genuineness or truthfulness.
Example
The authenticity of the document was verified.
Die Authentizität des Dokuments wurde überprüft.
C2 adverb /əˈθwɔːrt/

athwart

quer, im Gegensatz
Meaning
Across or in opposition to something.
Example
A fallen tree lay athwart the road, blocking traffic.
Ein umgefallener Baum lag quer auf der Straße und blockierte den Verkehr.
B2 verb /ˈæləkeɪt/

allocate

zuweisen
Meaning
to distribute or assign resources, duties, or responsibilities for a specific purpose
Example
The manager allocated funds for the new project.
Der Manager hat Mittel für das neue Projekt zugewiesen.
C2 adjective /ˈæn.ə.daɪn/

anodyne

harmlos, schmerzlindernd
Meaning
Not likely to cause offense; bland or harmless. Also refers to something that relieves pain.
Example
The speaker’s anodyne remarks avoided controversy.
Die harmlosen Bemerkungen des Sprechers vermieden die Kontroverse.
B2 noun /ədˈvɛntʃərər/

adventurer

Abenteurer
Meaning
a person who seeks exciting, risky, or unusual experiences; someone who explores new or unknown places
Example
The adventurer traveled deep into the jungle in search of ancient ruins.
Der Abenteurer reiste tief in den Dschungel auf der Suche nach alten Ruinen.
C1 noun /ˈælkoʊv/

alcove

Nische
Meaning
A small recessed section of a room or a nook.
Example
She placed a reading chair in the alcove near the window.
Sie stellte einen Lesesessel in die Nische nahe dem Fenster.
B1 noun /əˈpiːl/

Appeal

Appell; Antrag; Anziehungskraft
Meaning
a serious or urgent request, typically to the public; the quality of being attractive or interesting
Example
The charity made an appeal for donations.
Die Wohltätigkeitsorganisation machte einen Appell für Spenden.
B1 noun /ˈær.əb/

arab

Araber
Meaning
a person belonging to the Semitic people of the Middle East and North Africa
Example
He is an Arab living in Dubai.
Er ist ein Araber, der in Dubai lebt.
B1 noun /ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən/

application

Antrag / Anwendung / Software
Meaning
a formal request for something; the act of putting something into operation; or a software program
Example
She submitted her application for the scholarship.
Sie hat ihren Antrag für das Stipendium eingereicht.
C1 noun ɔːˈstɛr.ɪ.ti

austerity

Austerität
Meaning
Simple and disciplined lifestyle, avoiding luxury.
Example
The government implemented austerity measures to reduce expenses.
Die Regierung führte Sparmaßnahmen ein, um die Ausgaben zu reduzieren.
C1 adjective /əˈθɔːrɪtətɪv/

authoritative

autoritär
Meaning
Having or showing authority; commanding and self-confident; reliable as a source of information.
Example
She spoke in an authoritative tone that silenced the room.
Sie sprach in einem autoritären Ton, der den Raum zum Schweigen brachte.
C2 noun /ænˈtɪstrəfi/

antistrophe

Antistrophé (ein rhetorisches Mittel)
Meaning
A rhetorical device in which a word or phrase is repeated at the end of successive clauses; in Greek choral poetry, the part of the ode sung by the chorus in return movement.
Example
The poet used antistrophe to emphasize the repeated phrase.
Der Dichter verwendete die Antistrophé, um den wiederholten Ausdruck zu betonen.
C1 noun /ˈænti ˈeəkræft ɡʌn/

Anti-aircraft-gun

Flakgeschütz
Meaning
a weapon designed to attack aircraft from the ground
Example
The anti-aircraft gun was positioned to defend the military base.
Das Flakgeschütz wurde positioniert, um die Militärbasis zu verteidigen.
C1 noun ˌæp.əˈreɪ.təs

apparatus

Apparat
Meaning
The technical equipment or machinery needed for a particular activity or purpose.
Example
The apparatus was designed to be eco-friendly.
Das Apparatur wurde entwickelt, um umweltfreundlich zu sein.
B1 noun /əˈkaʊnt/

Account

Konto
Meaning
a record of money received and paid out; a report or description of an event
Example
She opened a savings account at the bank.
Sie eröffnete ein Sparkonto bei der Bank.
B2 noun /æʃ/

ash

asche
Meaning
the powdery residue left after the burning of a substance
Example
After the fire, only ash remained of the house.
Nach dem Brand blieb nur Asche vom Haus übrig.
C1 noun /ɔːˈtɒkrəsi/

autocracy

Autokratie
Meaning
A system of government in which one person has absolute power.
Example
The country suffered under decades of autocracy.
Das Land litt unter Jahrzehnten der Autokratie.
C1 noun /əˈkʌmplɪs/

accomplice

Komplize
Meaning
a person who helps another commit a crime
Example
The thief was arrested along with his accomplice.
Der Dieb wurde zusammen mit seinem Komplizen verhaftet.
C2 adjective /ˌæl.ɪˈmen.tər.i/

alimentary

verdauungsbezogen
Meaning
relating to nourishment or the organs of digestion
Example
The doctor explained the role of the alimentary canal in digestion.
Der Arzt erklärte die Rolle des Verdauungstrakts bei der Verdauung.
C2 noun /ˈæntɪk/

antic

Scherz
Meaning
a playful, funny, or silly act or gesture
Example
The children laughed at the clown’s antics.
Die Kinder lachten über die Scherze des Clowns.
B1 verb /əˈmjuːz/

amuse

unterhalten
Meaning
to entertain or make someone laugh or smile; to occupy pleasantly
Example
The clown amused the children at the party.
Der Clown unterhielt die Kinder auf der Party.
B2 adverb /ˈɑːɡjuːəbli/

arguably

wohl
Meaning
used to say that a statement is open to argument or is considered true by many people
Example
She is arguably the most talented player on the team.
Sie ist wohl die talentierteste Spielerin im Team.
A2 noun /əˈsɪstənt/

assistant

assistent
Meaning
a person who helps or supports another, often in a job
Example
She works as an assistant in a law firm.
Sie arbeitet als Assistentin in einer Anwaltskanzlei.
B1 adjective /əkˈsɛptəbəl/

acceptable

akzeptabel
Meaning
able to be agreed upon; satisfactory or suitable
Example
Your proposal is acceptable to the committee.
Ihr Vorschlag ist für das Komitee akzeptabel.
B2 verb /əˈsɜːrt/

assert

behaupten
Meaning
to state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully; to insist upon rights or claims
Example
She decided to assert her authority in the meeting.
sie entschloss sich, ihre Autorität in der Sitzung durchzusetzen.
B2 adverb /əˈdɪʃənəli/

additionally

zusätzlich
Meaning
in addition to what has been said or done
Example
Additionally, we offer discounts for early bookings.
Zusätzlich bieten wir Rabatte für frühe Buchungen an.
B2 noun /ˈæli/

alley

Gasse
Meaning
a narrow passageway between or behind buildings
Example
They walked through a dark alley to reach the main road.
Sie gingen durch eine dunkle Gasse, um die Hauptstraße zu erreichen.
C1 noun /ədˈmɪtəns/

admittance

Einlass
Meaning
the process or fact of entering or being allowed to enter a place
Example
No admittance without a valid ticket.
Kein Einlass ohne ein gültiges Ticket.
C2 adverb /əˈmʌk/

amok

unbeherrscht
Meaning
Behaving uncontrollably and disruptively.
Example
The angry mob ran amok after the verdict was announced.
Die wütende Menge rannte unbeherrscht, nachdem das Urteil bekannt gegeben wurde.
A2 noun /əˈpɑːrtmənt/

apartment

wohnung
Meaning
a set of rooms forming a residence within a building
Example
She rented an apartment in the city center.
Sie mietete eine Wohnung im Stadtzentrum.
B1 adverb /əˈsaɪd/

Aside

zur Seite; abseits; weg vom Hauptteil
Meaning
to one side; apart; away from the main part
Example
Please set your book aside and listen to me.
Bitte legen Sie Ihr Buch beiseite und hören Sie mir zu.
B1 noun /ˈæŋkəl/

ankle

knöchel
Meaning
the joint connecting the foot with the leg
Example
He twisted his ankle while playing football.
Er verdrehte sich den Knöchel, während er Fußball spielte.
A2 verb /əˈtækt/

attacked

griff an
Meaning
physically or verbally assaulted someone or something; launched an aggressive action against a target
Example
The soldiers attacked the enemy at dawn.
Die Soldaten griffen den Feind im Morgengrauen an.
C1 noun /əˈbɪs/

abyss

Abgrund
Meaning
a deep, immeasurable space, chasm, or void; something seemingly without end
Example
The climbers looked down into the dark abyss below.
Die Kletterer schauten in den dunklen Abgrund darunter.
C2 noun /ɔːl/

awl

Ahle
Meaning
a small pointed tool used for making holes, especially in leather
Example
The cobbler used an awl to punch holes in the leather.
Der Schuster benutzte eine Ahle, um Löcher in das Leder zu bohren.
C1 noun /əˈrɪs.tə.kræt/

Aristocrat

Aristokrat; Person von Adel
Meaning
a member of the aristocracy; a person of noble rank or birth
Example
The aristocrat lived in a magnificent castle.
Der Aristokrat lebte in einem prächtigen Schloss.
B2 adverb /əˈkɔːr.dɪŋ.li/

Accordingly

folglich; dementsprechend; gemäß den Umständen
Meaning
in a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstances; therefore; consequently
Example
The weather was bad, so the event was cancelled accordingly.
Das Wetter war schlecht, daher wurde die Veranstaltung dementsprechend abgesagt.
A2 adjective /əˈnɔɪd/

annoyed

verärgert
Meaning
feeling slightly angry or irritated
Example
She felt annoyed by the constant noise.
Sie war vom ständigen Lärm verärgert.
B2 adjective /əkˈsɛsəbl/

accessible

zugänglich
Meaning
easy to reach, use, or understand
Example
The museum is easily accessible by public transport.
Das Museum ist leicht mit öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln erreichbar.
C1 adjective /ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs/

autonomous

autonom
Meaning
Acting independently or having the freedom to do so.
Example
Autonomous systems ensure greater precision.
Autonome Systeme gewährleisten eine höhere Präzision.
B2 noun /əˈnætəmi/

anatomy

Anatomie
Meaning
the study of the structure of living things, especially the human body
Example
She is studying human anatomy at medical school.
Sie studiert menschliche Anatomie an der medizinischen Fakultät.
A2 verb /əˈlaʊ/

allow

erlauben
Meaning
to give permission for something to happen or someone to do something
Example
The teacher did not allow phones in class.
Der Lehrer erlaubte keine Handys im Unterricht.
C2 noun /ˈænsɛstrɪs/

ancestress

weibliche Vorfahrin
Meaning
a female ancestor; a woman from whom one is descended
Example
She discovered that her ancestress came from a small village in Bengal.
Sie entdeckte, dass ihre weibliche Vorfahrin aus einem kleinen Dorf in Bengalen stammte.
B1 noun /ɛr pəˈluːʃən/

air pollution

Luftverschmutzung
Meaning
The presence of harmful or poisonous substances in the air, typically caused by industrial processes, vehicle emissions, or other human activities.
Example
Air pollution from factories led to the first environmental movement.
Die Luftverschmutzung durch Fabriken führte zur ersten Umweltbewegung.
C2 verb /əbˈskɒnd/

abscond

fliehen
Meaning
to leave secretly and quickly, often to avoid arrest or punishment
Example
The thief tried to abscond with the stolen jewelry.
Der Dieb versuchte mit dem gestohlenen Schmuck abzuhauen.
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.
B2 noun /ˈærəɡəns/

Arrogance

arroganz
Meaning
having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities
Example
His arrogance made him unpopular among his colleagues.
Seine Arroganz machte ihn unter seinen Kollegen unbeliebt.
C2 adjective /əˈsiːtɪk/

acetic

essigartig
Meaning
relating to or containing acetic acid; sour or vinegary in taste or smell
Example
The acetic smell of vinegar filled the kitchen.
Der essigartige Geruch von Essig erfüllte die Küche.
B1 noun ɔːˈθɒrəti

authority

Autorität
Meaning
The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience; a person or organization having power or control.
Example
Regional authority was emphasized.
Die regionale Autorität wurde betont.
B2 noun /ˈædvəkəsi/

advocacy

Fürsprache
Meaning
public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy
Example
Her advocacy for children's rights earned her international recognition.
Ihre Fürsprache für Kinderrechte verschaffte ihr internationale Anerkennung.
B1 verb /əˈtʃiːv/

achieve

erreichen
Meaning
to successfully bring about or reach a desired goal or result
Example
She worked hard to achieve her dream of becoming a doctor.
Sie hat hart gearbeitet, um ihren Traum zu verwirklichen, Ärztin zu werden.
C1 adjective /əˈlʊr.ɪŋ/

Alluring

attraktiv und verführerisch; faszinierend
Meaning
attractive and tempting; fascinating
Example
The alluring fragrance of roses filled the garden.
Der verführerische Duft von Rosen füllte den Garten.
C2 verb /əˈniːl/

anneal

durch Hitze härten
Meaning
To heat and cool metal or glass to make it stronger or less brittle.
Example
The blacksmith annealed the steel to improve its durability.
Der Schmied hat den Stahl angeglüht, um seine Haltbarkeit zu verbessern.
C2 noun /əˈbeɪəns/

abeyance

vorübergehende Aussetzung
Meaning
a state of temporary suspension or inactivity
Example
The project was held in abeyance until funds became available.
Das Projekt wurde bis zur Verfügbarkeit von Mitteln ausgesetzt.
C2 adjective /ˌænθrəpəˈmɔːrfɪk/

anthropomorphic

anthropomorph
Meaning
attributing human characteristics to non-human things, like animals or objects
Example
The cartoon shows an anthropomorphic cat walking on two legs.
Der Cartoon zeigt eine anthropomorphe Katze, die auf zwei Beinen läuft.
B2 adverb /əˈlɛdʒɪdli/

allegedly

angeblich
Meaning
used to say that something is claimed to be true, though not proven
Example
He was allegedly involved in the robbery.
Er war angeblich in den Raub verwickelt.
B2 noun /ˌæktɪˈveɪʃən/

activation

Aktivierung
Meaning
the act of making something start functioning
Example
The activation of the system took longer than expected.
Die Aktivierung des Systems dauerte länger als erwartet.
B1 noun /əˈdʒen.də/

Agenda

Tagesordnung
Meaning
a list of items to be discussed at a meeting; a plan of action
Example
The meeting agenda includes budget discussions.
Die Tagesordnung der Sitzung enthält Diskussionen über das Budget.
C2 noun /ænˈtɪpədiːz/

antipodes

Antipoden
Meaning
places on opposite sides of the Earth; also refers to things that are direct opposites
Example
Australia and Britain are often considered antipodes of each other.
Australien und Großbritannien gelten oft als Antipoden zueinander.
B2 adjective /ˈædvɜːrs/

Adverse

ungünstig; nachteilig; negativ
Meaning
harmful; unfavorable; opposing; negative
Example
The adverse weather conditions forced them to cancel the event.
Die widrigen Wetterbedingungen zwangen sie, die Veranstaltung abzusagen.
C2 adjective /əˈdʌltəreɪtɪd/

adulterated

verunreinigt
Meaning
describes food, drink, or medicine made weaker or impure by the addition of another substance
Example
Authorities seized adulterated drugs from the warehouse.
Die Behörden beschlagnahmten verunreinigte Arzneimittel aus dem Lager.
C2 noun /ˈæl.mɪ.rə/

Almirah

schrank
Meaning
a large cupboard or wardrobe used for storing clothes and other items
Example
I keep all my clothes in the wooden almirah.
Ich bewahre meine ganze Kleidung im Holzschrank auf.
B2 noun ˈæsɛt

asset

Vermögen
Meaning
A useful or valuable thing, person, or quality.
Example
Real estate is one of the most valuable assets.
Immobilien sind eines der wertvollsten Vermögenswerte.
C2 noun /ˈætəvɪzəm/

atavism

Atavismus
Meaning
The recurrence of traits or characteristics from a remote ancestor.
Example
The scientist noted atavism in the child’s physical features.
Der Wissenschaftler bemerkte Atavismus in den physischen Merkmalen des Kindes.
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.
C2 noun /əˈrɔɪ.oʊ/

arroyo

trockener Bach
Meaning
A dry creek or stream bed that temporarily fills with water after heavy rain.
Example
After the storm, the arroyo quickly filled with rushing water.
Nach dem Sturm füllte sich der Bach schnell mit Wasser.
C2 adjective /ɔːˈrɪfərəs/

auriferous

goldhaltig
Meaning
Containing or producing gold.
Example
The miners discovered an auriferous vein in the mountains.
Die Bergleute entdeckten einen goldhaltigen Gang in den Bergen.
C1 adverb /əˈraɪ/

awry

schief
Meaning
away from the expected or proper direction; wrong or amiss
Example
The plan went awry when the weather suddenly changed.
Der Plan ging schief, als das Wetter plötzlich änderte.
B2 adverb /ɔːˈθentɪkli/

authentically

authentisch
Meaning
in a genuine, real, or true manner; in a way that reflects true character or origin
Example
She speaks authentically about her experiences.
Sie spricht authentisch über ihre Erfahrungen.
A1 determiner/pronoun /ˈɛni/

any

irgendein
Meaning
one, some, or all, without specifying which
Example
Do you have any questions?
Hast du irgendwelche Fragen?
B1 noun ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪv

alternative

Alternative
Meaning
(Of one or more things) available as another possibility or choice.
Example
Finding an alternative to plastic is essential.
Eine Alternative zu Plastik zu finden, ist entscheidend.
A2 noun /ˈeər kənˈdɪʃ.ən.ər/

Air conditioner

Klimaanlage
Meaning
a system that controls the temperature, humidity, and air quality in a building or room
Example
We turned on the air conditioner because it was too hot outside.
Wir haben die Klimaanlage eingeschaltet, weil es draußen zu heiß war.
B2 verb /əˈspaɪər/

aspire

streben
Meaning
to have a strong desire to achieve something
Example
Many students aspire to study abroad.
Viele Studenten streben danach, im Ausland zu studieren.
C2 noun əˈdrɔɪt.nəs

adroitness

Geschicklichkeit
Meaning
Cleverness or skill, especially in using the hands or mind; skillful dexterity.
Example
His adroitness in negotiations secured the deal.
Seine Geschicklichkeit bei den Verhandlungen sicherte den Vertrag.
B1 noun /əˈkædəmi/

academy

Akademie
Meaning
an institution of learning or training
Example
He enrolled in a military academy.
Er schrieb sich an einer Militärakademie ein.
B2 noun /ˈækni/

acne

Akne
Meaning
a skin condition in which pores become inflamed and clogged, causing pimples and spots
Example
Regular cleansing and a balanced diet can help reduce acne.
Regelmäßige Reinigung und eine ausgewogene Ernährung können helfen, Akne zu reduzieren.
B1 noun ˌɑː.tɪˈfɪʃ.əl ɪnˈtɛl.ɪ.dʒəns

artificial intelligence

künstliche Intelligenz
Meaning
The theory and development of computer systems able to perform tasks normally requiring human intelligence.
Example
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing education through smart tutoring.
Künstliche Intelligenz revolutioniert die Bildung durch intelligente Nachhilfe.
C1 verb əˈkruː

accrue

ansammeln
Meaning
To accumulate or receive (payments or benefits) over time.
Example
Interest accrues on the savings account every month.
Zinsen sammeln sich jeden Monat auf dem Sparkonto.
B2 noun ˈæmbɪəns

ambience

atmosphäre
Meaning
The character and atmosphere of a place.
Example
The restaurant's ambience was relaxed and inviting, perfect for a casual dinner.
Die Atmosphäre im Restaurant war entspannt und einladend, perfekt für ein lockeres Abendessen.
C1 verb /əˈliː.vi.eɪt/

alleviate

lindern oder mildern
Meaning
To make suffering, deficiency, or a problem less severe; to relieve or ease.
Example
Meditation can alleviate stress and improve focus.
Meditation kann Stress lindern und die Konzentration verbessern.
C1 verb /əˈdʒuːdɪˌkeɪt/

adjudicate

entscheiden
Meaning
to make a formal judgment or decision about a problem or dispute
Example
The committee was formed to adjudicate disputes between the parties.
Das Komitee wurde gebildet, um Streitigkeiten zwischen den Parteien zu entscheiden.
B1 adjective /əˈtætʃt/

attached

angehängt
Meaning
joined or fastened to something; emotionally connected or fond of someone or something
Example
The file is attached to the email.
Die Datei ist an die E-Mail angehängt.
C1 adjective /ˈæmərəs/

amorous

amoros
Meaning
Showing, feeling, or relating to romantic love or desire.
Example
He sent her an amorous letter filled with declarations of love.
Er schickte ihr einen amorösen Brief voller Liebeserklärungen.
B1 verb /əˈdɒpt/

adopt

adoptieren
Meaning
To take something as your own, such as a child, idea, or method.
Example
They decided to adopt a child from the orphanage.
Sie beschlossen, ein Kind aus dem Waisenhaus zu adoptieren.
B2 verb /əˈkjuːmjəleɪt/

accumulate

ansammeln
Meaning
to gather or collect things gradually over time
Example
She managed to accumulate a small fortune through wise investments.
Sie konnte durch kluge Investitionen ein kleines Vermögen ansammeln.
C1 verb /əˈfɪks/

affix

befestigen / anbringen
Meaning
to attach or stick something firmly to another thing
Example
Please affix the stamp to the envelope.
Bitte befestigen Sie die Briefmarke auf dem Umschlag.
A2 adverb /əˈpɑːrt/

Apart

getrennt; weit voneinander entfernt; in Stücke
Meaning
separately; away from each other; in pieces
Example
The two buildings are far apart from each other.
Die beiden Gebäude sind weit voneinander entfernt.
C2 noun /ˈæmjʊlət/

Amulet

Amulett; Talisman
Meaning
an ornament or small piece of jewelry thought to give protection against evil, danger, or disease
Example
She wore a silver amulet around her neck for good luck.
Sie trug ein silbernes Amulett um ihren Hals für gutes Glück.
C1 verb /əˈbeɪt/

abate

abnehmen
Meaning
to become less intense or widespread
Example
The storm began to abate after midnight.
Der Sturm begann nach Mitternacht abzuabnehmen.
C2 adjective /ˌæntɪməˈrɪdiən/

antemeridian

vor dem Mittag
Meaning
Relating to the time before noon; occurring in the morning.
Example
She scheduled all her important meetings during the antemeridian hours.
Sie hat alle ihre wichtigen Besprechungen während der Stunden vor dem Mittag eingeplant.