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 adjective kənˈven.ʃən.əl

conventional

konventionell

Meaning

Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed; traditional, standard, customary.

Example

Many farmers still use conventional farming methods.

Viele Landwirte nutzen immer noch konventionelle Anbaumethoden.

B2 noun /biːk/

Beak

Schnabel

Meaning

the hard pointed part of a bird's mouth

Example

The eagle has a sharp beak for tearing meat.

Der Adler hat einen scharfen Schnabel zum Zerreißen von Fleisch.

B2 noun ɪˈlɪtərəsi

illiteracy

Illiteralismus

Meaning

The inability to read and write; lack of education or knowledge in a particular area.

Example

Illiteracy often leads to poverty and unemployment.

Illiteralismus führt oft zu Armut und Arbeitslosigkeit.

B2 verb /feɪnt/

faint

ohnmächtig werden

Meaning

to lose consciousness for a short time because of a temporary lack of oxygen to the brain

Example

He felt dizzy and fainted in the heat.

Er fühlte sich schwindelig und fiel aufgrund der Hitze in Ohnmacht.

B2 adjective /əˈfen.sɪv/

Offensive

beleidigend; insultierend; aggressiv

Meaning

causing displeasure or resentment; insulting; aggressive

Example

His offensive remarks hurt everyone's feelings.

Seine beleidigenden Bemerkungen verletzten die Gefühle aller.

B2 noun /ˈheɪ.trəd/

Hatred

Hass

Meaning

intense dislike or ill will; a feeling of strong aversion

Example

His hatred for injustice motivated him to become a human rights lawyer.

Sein Hass auf Ungerechtigkeit motivierte ihn, Menschenrechtsanwalt zu werden.

B2 adjective + noun ˈpraɪməri əbˈdʒektɪv

primary objective

primäres Ziel

Meaning

The main goal or chief aim of an activity, project, or endeavor.

Example

The primary objective of the event was to promote recycling.

Das primäre Ziel der Veranstaltung war es, das Recycling zu fördern.

B2 noun kənˈsen.səs

consensus

Konsens

Meaning

A general agreement among all members of a group.

Example

Consensus was reached after long deliberation.

Ein Konsens wurde nach langer Beratung erreicht.

B2 noun /ˈbʌn.dəl/

Bundle

Paket; Bündel

Meaning

a collection of things or quantity of material tied or wrapped up together

Example

The mailman delivered a bundle of letters to our house.

Der Postbote hat ein Bündel Briefe zu unserem Haus gebracht.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪθ.fəl/

Unfaithful

untreu

Meaning

not loyal or true to a spouse, partner, or commitment

Example

He was unfaithful to his wife for many years.

Er war seiner Frau viele Jahre untreu.

B2 verb /dɪˈspaɪz/

despise

verachten

Meaning

to regard with contempt; to hate strongly

Example

She despises dishonesty in all its forms.

Sie verachtet Unehrlichkeit in allen Formen.

B2 noun /ˈtrɔːmə/

trauma

Trauma

Meaning

a deeply distressing or disturbing experience; physical injury or emotional shock

Example

The accident left her with lasting emotional trauma.

Der Unfall hinterließ bei ihr ein dauerhaftes emotionales Trauma.

B2 noun /tɛkˈnɪʃən/

technician

Techniker

Meaning

a person skilled in the practical aspects of a particular science, art, or job

Example

The technician repaired the computer within an hour.

Der Techniker reparierte den Computer innerhalb einer Stunde.

B2 verb /rɪˈkruːt/

recruit

rekrutieren

Meaning

to enlist or hire people for a job, service, or membership

Example

The company is trying to recruit more software engineers.

Das Unternehmen versucht, mehr Software-Ingenieure zu rekrutieren.

B2 adjective /vɪkˈtɔː.ri.əs/

Victorious

siegreich

Meaning

having won a victory; successful in a struggle or contest

Example

The victorious team celebrated their championship win with great joy.

Das siegreiche Team feierte seinen Meisterschaftsgewinn mit großer Freude.

B2 adjective /prɪˈventɪv/

Preventive

präventiv; entwickelt, um etwas zu verhindern

Meaning

designed to prevent something from happening; protective against disease

Example

Regular exercise is a preventive measure against heart disease.

Regelmäßige Bewegung ist eine präventive Maßnahme gegen Herzkrankheiten.

B2 adverb /ˈpʌŋk.tʃu.əl.i/

Punctually

pünktlich

Meaning

at the exact time arranged; on time; not late

Example

She always arrives punctually for meetings.

Sie kommt immer pünktlich zu den Besprechungen.

B2 noun /ˈhaɪəˌrɑːrki/

hierarchy

Hierarchie

Meaning

A system in which people or things are arranged in levels of importance or authority.

Example

The corporate hierarchy determines who makes the final decision.

Die Unternehmenshierarchie bestimmt, wer die endgültige Entscheidung trifft.

B2 noun /rɪˈsiː.vər/

Receiver

Empfänger

Meaning

a person or thing that receives something; the part of a telephone containing the earpiece and mouthpiece

Example

She picked up the receiver to answer the phone call.

Sie hob den Hörer ab, um den Anruf entgegenzunehmen.

B2 verb /ɪnˈflɪkt/

inflict

zufügen

Meaning

to cause something unpleasant or painful to be suffered by someone or something

Example

The storm inflicted considerable damage to the city.

Der Sturm fügte der Stadt erheblichen Schaden zu.

B2 verb /suːð/

soothe

beruhigen

Meaning

to calm or comfort; to relieve pain or distress

Example

The mother soothed her crying baby with a gentle lullaby.

Die Mutter beruhigte ihr weinendes Baby mit einem sanften Wiegenlied.

B2 noun /ˈtes.tɪ.moʊ.ni/

Testimony

Testimonium; Beweis

Meaning

a formal written or spoken statement given in a court of law; evidence or proof

Example

The witness gave compelling testimony during the trial.

Der Zeuge gab während des Prozesses ein überzeugendes Testimonium ab.

B2 verb /ɪˈnækt/

enact

erlassen

Meaning

to make into law; to perform or act out

Example

The government decided to enact a new policy on education.

Die Regierung entschied sich, eine neue Bildungspolitik zu erlassen.

B2 noun /ˈwɪd.oʊ.ər/

Widower

Witwer

Meaning

a man whose wife has died and who has not married again

Example

The elderly widower lived alone but had regular visits from his children.

Der ältere Witwer lebte allein, aber er hatte regelmäßige Besuche von seinen Kindern.

B2 noun /ˌstɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

stimulation

Stimulation

Meaning

The action of arousing interest, enthusiasm, or excitement.

Example

Stimulation reduces stress and aids relaxation.

Stimulation verringert Stress und hilft bei der Entspannung.

B2 noun /ˈwɪd.oʊ/

Widow

Witwe

Meaning

a woman whose husband has died and who has not married again

Example

The widow received support from her family and community.

Die Witwe erhielt Unterstützung von ihrer Familie und Gemeinschaft.

B2 verb /rɪˈzɛnt/

resent

resentieren

Meaning

to feel bitterness or displeasure about something or someone

Example

She began to resent the constant criticism from her boss.

Sie begann, die ständige Kritik ihres Chefs zu resentieren.

B2 noun /ˌreɡ.jʊˈlær.ɪ.ti/

Regularity

Regelmäßigkeit

Meaning

the quality of being regular; occurring at fixed intervals or in a consistent pattern

Example

The regularity of his exercise routine helped him stay healthy.

Die Regelmäßigkeit seiner Trainingsroutine half ihm, gesund zu bleiben.

B2 verb /ˈfæs.ɪ.neɪt/

fascinate

faszinieren

Meaning

to attract and hold the attention of someone; to charm or captivate

Example

The magician's performance fascinated the audience.

Die Darbietung des Magiers faszinierte das Publikum.

B2 adjective /kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/

Convincing

überzeugend; glaubwürdig; überzeugend; fähig, jemanden dazu zu bringen, etwas zu glauben

Meaning

believable; credible; persuasive; able to make someone believe something

Example

His convincing argument won over the entire jury.

Sein überzeugendes Argument hat das ganze Jurymitglied gewonnen.

B2 noun /ˈstrʌk.tʃərz/

structures

strukturen

Meaning

Buildings or other objects constructed from several parts.

Example

The region has ancient structures.

Die Region hat alte Strukturen.

B2 adjective ˈwaɪdspred

widespread

weit verbreitet

Meaning

Found or distributed over a large area or number of people.

Example

The effects of climate change are widespread across the globe.

Die Auswirkungen des Klimawandels sind weltweit weit verbreitet.

B2 adjective /ˈvɛriənt/

Variant

Variante; alternative Version

Meaning

differing in form, details, or in some other respect; alternative

Example

There are several variant spellings of this word.

Es gibt mehrere Varianten dieses Wortes.

B2 adjective, noun /ɪzˈreɪli/

israeli

israelisch

Meaning

relating to Israel or its people; a person from Israel

Example

She works for an Israeli company.

Sie arbeitet für ein israelisches Unternehmen.

B2 adjective /ˈbɒdɪli/

bodily

körperlich

Meaning

relating to or concerning the body

Example

He suffered bodily harm in the accident.

Er erlitt körperliche Schäden bei dem Unfall.

B2 noun /ˈbærəl/

barrel

großes Fass

Meaning

a large cylindrical container used to hold liquids

Example

The wine was stored in a wooden barrel.

Der Wein wurde in einem Holzfass gelagert.

B2 verb /ˈkɪdnæp/

kidnap

entführen

Meaning

to take someone away illegally by force

Example

The criminals kidnapped the wealthy businessman.

Die Kriminellen entführten den wohlhabenden Geschäftsmann.

B2 verb /ˈwaɪdən/

widen

verbreitern

Meaning

to make or become wider or broader

Example

They plan to widen the road next year.

Sie planen, die Straße im nächsten Jahr zu verbreitern.

B2 noun /ˈrest.ləs.nəs/

Restlessness

Ruhelosigkeit

Meaning

the inability to rest or relax as a result of anxiety or boredom

Example

His restlessness during the long meeting was obvious to everyone.

Seine Ruhelosigkeit während der langen Besprechung war für alle offensichtlich.

B2 verb /ˈwɪɡəl/

wiggle

wackeln, sich bewegen

Meaning

To move or cause to move with small rapid movements from side to side.

Example

The baby wiggled happily in her mother's arms.

Das Baby wackelte fröhlich in den Armen seiner Mutter.

B2 noun /ˌkɒndɛnˈseɪʃən/

condensation

Kondensation

Meaning

The process of water vapor changing into liquid; also, the act of making something more concise.

Example

Condensation formed on the windows during the cold night.

Kondensation bildete sich auf den Fenstern während der kalten Nacht.

B2 noun /pledʒ/

Pledge

Versprechen; Verpflichtung; Garantie;

Meaning

a solemn promise or undertaking; something given as security for a loan; a commitment or guarantee

Example

He made a pledge to donate money to charity.

Er gab ein Versprechen, Geld für wohltätige Zwecke zu spenden.

B2 noun /ˈkreɪvɪŋ/

craving

Verlangen, starke Sehnsucht

Meaning

a strong desire for something

Example

She has a craving for chocolate every evening.

Sie hat abends immer das Verlangen nach Schokolade.

B2 noun /ˈɪnvənˌtɔːri/

inventory

Inventar

Meaning

A complete list of items, such as goods in stock or property.

Example

The shopkeeper checked the inventory before opening the store.

Der Ladenbesitzer hat das Inventar überprüft, bevor er den Laden öffnete.

B2 noun /ˈwɪlɪŋnəs/

willingness

Bereitschaft

Meaning

the quality of being prepared or ready to do something

Example

Her willingness to help others made her very popular.

Ihre Bereitschaft, anderen zu helfen, machte sie sehr beliebt.

B2 adjective, noun /ˈɛəriəl/

aerial

ätherisch / Antenne

Meaning

As an adjective: existing or happening in the air. As a noun: an antenna for receiving radio or television signals.

Example

The pilot performed an amazing aerial maneuver.

Der Pilot führte eine erstaunliche ätherische Manöver durch.

B2 adjective /mɪˈsteɪkən/

mistaken

falsch

Meaning

wrong or incorrect because of an error in judgment or understanding

Example

I was mistaken about the meeting time.

Ich lag mit der Uhrzeit des Treffens falsch.

B2 adjective /ˈpleɪfəl/

playful

verspielt, lebendig

Meaning

full of fun and high spirits; lively

Example

The puppy was very playful, running around the garden.

Welpe war sehr verspielt, lief im Garten herum.

B2 noun ˌɪn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən

installation

Installation

Meaning

The action or process of installing someone or something, or of being installed.

Example

The installation of the submarine cable is almost complete.

Die Installation des Unterseekabels ist fast abgeschlossen.

B2 adverb /ˈpʌb.lɪk.li/

Publicly

öffentlich; auf offene Weise;

Meaning

in a public manner; openly; for everyone to see or know

Example

The company publicly announced their new policy.

Das Unternehmen kündigte seine neue Politik öffentlich an.

B2 noun ˈlɛɡ.ə.si

legacy

Vermächtnis

Meaning

An amount of money or property left to someone in a will; something left or handed down by a predecessor.

Example

His contributions left a lasting legacy in the industry.

Seine Beiträge hinterließen ein bleibendes Vermächtnis in der Industrie.

B2 adjective /ˌnɒnˈprɒfɪt/

nonprofit

gemeinnützig

Meaning

an organization that does not aim to make a profit, often serving a social or charitable purpose.

Example

She works for a nonprofit organization that helps children.

Sie arbeitet für eine gemeinnützige Organisation, die Kindern hilft.

B2 noun /ˈdɛnɪmz/

denims

Jeans aus Denim

Meaning

pants or clothes made from denim fabric, usually jeans

Example

He wore blue denims with a white shirt.

Er trug blaue Jeans mit einem weißen Hemd.

B2 adjective /proʊn/

Prone

geneigt

Meaning

having a tendency to; inclined; lying face down

Example

He is prone to making mistakes when he's tired.

Er ist dazu neigend, Fehler zu machen, wenn er müde ist.

B2 noun /ˈreb.əl/

Rebel

Rebell

Meaning

a person who resists authority or control

Example

The young rebel refused to follow the school rules.

Der junge Rebell weigerte sich, die Schulregeln zu befolgen.

B2 adjective /ˈfæktʃuəl/

Factual

faktisch; auf Fakten basierend; wahr

Meaning

based on facts; accurate; true

Example

The report contains only factual information.

Der Bericht enthält nur faktische Informationen.

B2 adjective /rɪˈspɒn.sɪv/

Responsive

responsiv

Meaning

reacting quickly and positively; readily reacting to suggestions or changes

Example

The website is very responsive and loads quickly on all devices.

Die Webseite ist sehr responsiv und lädt schnell auf allen Geräten.

B2 adjective /prəˈspɛktɪv/

prospective

prospektiv

Meaning

likely or expected to happen in the future; potential

Example

The company is meeting with prospective clients next week.

Das Unternehmen wird nächste Woche mit potenziellen Kunden sprechen.

B2 noun /æŋˈzaɪ.ə.ti/

anxiety

Angst oder Nervosität

Meaning

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

Example

Meditation helps reduce anxiety and stress.

Meditation hilft, Angst und Stress zu reduzieren.

B2 noun/verb /ˈoʊvərˌdoʊs/

overdose

überdosis

Meaning

An excessive and dangerous amount of a drug; to take too much of a substance.

Example

He was rushed to the hospital after a drug overdose.

Er wurde nach einer Drogenüberdosis ins Krankenhaus eingeliefert.

B2 noun ˈruθləs ˌkɑmpəˈtɪʃən

ruthless competition

rücksichtsloser Wettbewerb

Meaning

Fierce and merciless rivalry or contest, without pity or compassion.

Example

Ruthless competition for power leads to societal issues.

Rücksichtsloser Wettbewerb um Macht führt zu sozialen Problemen.

B2 noun /ˈpær.ə.daɪs/

Paradise

paradies; ein Ort oder Zustand vollkommenen Glücks; ein idealer oder perfekter Ort

Meaning

heaven; a place or state of perfect happiness; an ideal or perfect place

Example

The tropical island was like paradise for the tourists.

Die tropische Insel war wie das Paradies für die Touristen.

B2 verb /ˈsɪmpəθaɪz/

sympathize

mitfühlen

Meaning

to feel sorry for someone; to understand and share someone's feelings

Example

I sympathize with your loss.

Ich fühle mit deinem Verlust.

B2 noun /ˌædməˈreɪʃən/

admiration

Bewunderung

Meaning

a feeling of respect, pleasure, or approval for someone or something

Example

She felt great admiration for her teacher’s dedication.

Sie empfand große Bewunderung für ihren Lehrer.

B2 adjective /əˈpiː.lɪŋ/

Appealing

ansprechend; interessant; angenehm

Meaning

attractive; interesting; pleasing

Example

The colorful garden looks very appealing to visitors.

Der bunte Garten sieht für Besucher sehr ansprechend aus.

B2 adverb /ˈfræŋkli/

Frankly

offen gesagt; ehrlich;

Meaning

honestly; openly; in a direct manner

Example

Frankly, I think this plan needs more consideration.

Offen gesagt, ich denke, dieser Plan braucht mehr Überlegung.

B2 noun /ɪmˈpɒlɪtnəs/

impoliteness

Unhöflichkeit

Meaning

lack of good manners or courtesy; rude behavior

Example

His impoliteness towards the guests shocked everyone.

Seine Unhöflichkeit gegenüber den Gästen schockierte alle.

B2 adverb /fɔːrθ/

forth

vorwärts

Meaning

forward in place, time, or order

Example

The leader stepped forth to address the crowd.

Der Anführer trat hervor, um die Menge anzusprechen.

B2 noun /ˈtoʊ.kən/

token

Symbol / Jeton

Meaning

A symbol or object that represents something, often given as a sign of appreciation or as a substitute for money.

Example

She gave him a small gift as a token of gratitude.

Sie gab ihm ein kleines Geschenk als ein Token der Dankbarkeit.

B2 noun /ˌkrɛd.ɪˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

credibility

Glaubwürdigkeit

Meaning

The quality of being trusted and believed in; trustworthiness.

Example

His credibility as a leader remains unquestioned.

Seine Glaubwürdigkeit als Führer bleibt unbestreitbar.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈfɪə.ri.ər/

inferior

minderwertig

Meaning

Of lower quality, rank, or status.

Example

This material is inferior to the one we used before.

Dieses Material ist minderwertiger als das, das wir vorher verwendet haben.

B2 adjective ˌpaɪəˈnɪə.rɪŋ

pioneering

pionier

Meaning

Involving new ideas or methods; innovative and original.

Example

Pioneering efforts often lead to success.

Pionierarbeit führt oft zum Erfolg.

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.

B2 noun /ˈtrædʒ.ə.di/

Tragedy

tragödie; katastrophe

Meaning

an event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress; a serious drama with an unhappy ending

Example

The earthquake was a tragedy that affected thousands of families.

Das Erdbeben war eine Tragödie, die Tausende von Familien betroffen hat.

B2 noun /sɪv/

Seive

sieb

Meaning

a utensil consisting of a wire or plastic mesh held in a frame, used for straining solids from liquids

Example

She used a sieve to separate the flour from lumps.

Sie benutzte ein Sieb, um das Mehl von Klumpen zu trennen.

B2 verb /niːl/

kneel

knien

Meaning

to go down on one's knees; to rest on the knees

Example

The knight knelt before the king.

Der Ritter kniete vor dem König.

B2 noun /dɪsˈɡʌst/

Disgust

Ekel

Meaning

a feeling of revulsion or strong disapproval aroused by something unpleasant

Example

She expressed her disgust at the politician's corrupt behavior openly.

Sie drückte ihren Ekel über das korrupte Verhalten des Politikers offen aus.

B2 adjective ɪnˈev.ɪ.tə.bəl

inevitable

unvermeidlich

Meaning

Certain to happen; unavoidable.

Example

Death is an inevitable part of life.

Der Tod ist ein unvermeidlicher Teil des Lebens.

B2 adjective + noun aɪˈdiːəl ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt

ideal environment

ideale Umgebung

Meaning

Perfect or most suitable conditions for growth or development

Example

Winter creates an ideal environment for vegetable growth.

Der Winter schafft eine ideale Umgebung für das Wachstum von Gemüse.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈɡreɪt.fəl/

Ungrateful

undankbar

Meaning

not feeling or showing thanks for something done or given; not appreciating kindness

Example

She felt he was ungrateful for all the help she had given him.

Sie fühlte, dass er undankbar für all die Hilfe war, die sie ihm gegeben hatte.

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 /ˈpredʒ.ə.dɪs/

Prejudice

Vorurteil

Meaning

preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience

Example

We must fight against prejudice and discrimination in our society.

Wir müssen gegen Vorurteile und Diskriminierung in unserer Gesellschaft kämpfen.

B2 verb əˈlaɪn.ɪŋ

aligning

ausrichten

Meaning

Placing or arranging things in a straight line or in correct relative positions.

Example

Aligning education with global standards is vital.

Die Ausrichtung der Bildung mit globalen Standards ist wichtig.

B2 noun /ˈmɔːl.tə/

Malta

Blutorange

Meaning

a sweet citrus fruit similar to orange, also known as blood orange or sweet orange

Example

Malta is a popular citrus fruit in Bangladesh known for its sweet taste and high vitamin C content.

Malta ist eine beliebte Zitrusfrucht in Bangladesch, bekannt für ihren süßen Geschmack und hohen Vitamin-C-Gehalt.

B2 noun ˈterɪtəri

territory

Territorium

Meaning

An area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state.

Example

The king expanded his territory.

Der König erweiterte sein Territorium.

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 /rɪˈmeɪnz/

remains

reste

Meaning

the parts, pieces, or substances that are left after the rest has been used or removed

Example

The remains of the meal were left on the table.

Die Reste des Essens wurden auf dem Tisch gelassen.

B2 noun /ˈbʌf.ə.loʊ/

Buffalo

Bison

Meaning

a large wild ox with heavy horns; American bison

Example

The buffalo grazed peacefully in the meadow.

Der Bison graste friedlich auf der Wiese.

B2 noun /ˈprɛmɪs/

premise

Prämisse / Gebäude

Meaning

a statement or idea on which reasoning or an argument is based; also a building or property

Example

His argument was based on a false premise.

Sein Argument basierte auf einer falschen Prämisse.

B2 verb /ɪmˈpoʊz/

impose

auferlegen

Meaning

to force someone to accept something; to establish or apply by authority

Example

The government imposed new taxes on luxury goods.

Die Regierung hat neue Steuern auf Luxusgüter auferlegt.

B2 noun /ˈɡræfɪks/

graphics

Grafiken

Meaning

visual images, designs, or drawings used to convey information or artistic expression

Example

The website uses stunning graphics to attract visitors.

Die Website verwendet beeindruckende Grafiken, um Besucher anzulocken.

B2 noun /ˈɜː.dʒən.si/

Urgency

Dringlichkeit

Meaning

the quality of requiring immediate action or attention; pressing importance

Example

The urgency of the situation required immediate medical attention.

Die Dringlichkeit der Situation erforderte sofortige medizinische Aufmerksamkeit.

B2 adjective /ˈnɑː.lɪ.dʒə.bəl/

Knowledgeable

wissend; informiert; gebildet

Meaning

having extensive knowledge; well-informed; educated

Example

She is very knowledgeable about ancient history.

Sie ist sehr wissend über die antike Geschichte.

B2 noun /ˈwʊlən dres/

Woolen dress

Wollkleid

Meaning

a dress made from wool fabric, typically worn in cold weather

Example

She wore a warm woolen dress during the winter months.

Sie trug ein warmes Wollkleid während der Wintermonate.

B2 verb /səˈsteɪn/

sustain

erhalten

Meaning

To support, maintain, or keep something going over time.

Example

The team worked hard to sustain their success.

Das Team hat hart gearbeitet, um seinen Erfolg zu erhalten.

B2 noun /ˈsɜːr.tən.ti/

Certainty

Gewissheit

Meaning

firm conviction that something is the case; the quality of being reliably true

Example

We can say with certainty that the project will be completed on time.

Wir können mit Gewissheit sagen, dass das Projekt pünktlich abgeschlossen wird.

B2 noun /ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si/

Literacy

Alphabetisierung

Meaning

the ability to read and write; competence or knowledge in a specified area

Example

Adult literacy programs help people learn to read.

Erwachsenen-Leseprogramme helfen den Menschen, Lesen zu lernen.

B2 noun /kleɪ/

clay

Ton

Meaning

a natural material made of fine earth that becomes hard when baked, used for making pottery

Example

The artist molded the wet clay into a beautiful vase.

Der Künstler formte den nassen Ton zu einer schönen Vase.

B2 adjective /ˌfjuːtʃəˈrɪstɪk/

futuristic

futuristisch

Meaning

Having or involving very modern technology or design that is advanced beyond what is currently available

Example

Futuristic technologies are transforming industries worldwide.

Futuristische Technologien verwandeln Industrien weltweit.

B2 adjective /ˈlɛdʒɪslətɪv/

legislative

gesetzgeberisch

Meaning

relating to the making of laws

Example

The legislative body passed the new tax bill.

Das gesetzgebende Gremium hat das neue Steuergesetz verabschiedet.

B2 noun ˈmɒn.ɪ.tər.ɪŋ

monitoring

Überwachung

Meaning

The action of observing and checking the progress or quality of something over a period of time.

Example

Monitoring ensures compliance with standards.

Überwachung stellt sicher, dass Standards eingehalten werden.

B2 verb /dɪˈtætʃ/

detach

abtrennen

Meaning

to separate or remove something from something else

Example

She detached the page from the notebook.

Sie hat die Seite aus dem Notizbuch abgetrennt.

B2 adjective /ˈkɒŋ.kriːt/

Concrete

fest; real; greifbar; konkret

Meaning

solid; real; tangible; actual and specific

Example

We need concrete evidence to support our claims.

Wir benötigen konkrete Beweise, um unsere Behauptungen zu stützen.

B2 noun /ˈpesɪˌmɪzəm/

pessimism

Pessimismus

Meaning

A tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe the worst will happen.

Example

Her constant pessimism made it hard to stay optimistic.

Ihr ständiger Pessimismus machte es schwer, optimistisch zu bleiben.

B2 noun, adjective /tɑːrt/

tart

Tarte

Meaning

A small pie with a sweet or savory filling; or having a sharp, sour taste.

Example

She served a delicious apple tart for dessert.

Sie servierte zum Nachtisch eine köstliche Apfeltarte.

B2 adjective /ˈsɛksi/

Meaning

the process or fact of isolating or being isolated; separation from other people or things

Example

The patient was kept in isolation to prevent the spread of the infectious disease.

Der Patient wurde in Isolation gehalten, um die Ausbreitung der ansteckenden Krankheit zu verhindern.

B2 verb /ɪnˈherɪt/

inherit

erben

Meaning

to receive money, property, or characteristics from someone when they die; to acquire from predecessors

Example

She inherited her grandmother's house.

Sie hat das Haus ihrer Großmutter geerbt.

B2 noun /dɪˈsɛnt/

descent

Abstieg / Abstammung

Meaning

the action of moving downward, falling, or dropping; ancestry or origin

Example

The climbers began their descent from the mountain peak.

Die Kletterer begannen ihren Abstieg vom Gipfel des Berges.

B2 adjective /ˈpraɪ.ər/

Prior

vorherig

Meaning

existing or coming before in time; previous; earlier

Example

You need prior approval before making any changes to the system.

Sie benötigen vorherige Genehmigung, bevor Sie Änderungen am System vornehmen.

B2 noun /ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

certification

Zertifizierung

Meaning

the process of officially recognizing or confirming that something or someone meets required standards; an official document proving qualification

Example

She received her professional certification after completing the training program.

Sie erhielt ihre berufliche Zertifizierung nach Abschluss des Trainingsprogramms.

Juwelier

Meaning

a person who makes, repairs, or sells jewelry

Example

The jeweller crafted a beautiful gold ring.

Der Juwelier fertigte einen schönen Goldring an.