B2 noun ədˈvɑːns.mənts

advancements

Fortschritte

Meaning

The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement.

Example

Scientific advancements enhance global innovation.

Wissenschaftliche Fortschritte fördern die globale Innovation.

B2 noun ədˈvɑːns.mənt

advancement

Fortschritt

Meaning

The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement in a particular area.

Example

Technological advancement shapes the future.

Technologische Fortschritte gestalten die Zukunft.

B2 adjective /ˌærəˈmætɪk/

aromatic

aromatisch

Meaning

Having a pleasant and distinctive smell.

Example

The chef used aromatic herbs to flavor the dish.

Der Koch verwendete aromatische Kräuter, um das Gericht zu würzen.

B2 noun /ˈækjərəsi/

Accuracy

Genauigkeit; Präzision

Meaning

the quality of being correct or precise; exactness

Example

The accuracy of the measurements is very important.

Die Genauigkeit der Messungen ist sehr wichtig.

B2 adjective + noun əˈdæptɪv ˈfiːtʃərz

adaptive features

adaptive Merkmale

Meaning

Characteristics that help organisms adjust to their environment

Example

Plants' adaptive features help them grow in winter.

Die adaptiven Merkmale der Pflanzen helfen ihnen, im Winter zu wachsen.

B2 noun /ˈæŋkər/

Anchor

Anker

Meaning

a heavy object used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom; a person or thing that provides stability or confidence

Example

The ship dropped its anchor in the harbor.

Das Schiff warf sein Anker im Hafen aus.

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 adjective /ˈæp.lɪ.kə.bəl/

applicable

anwendbar

Meaning

Relevant or appropriate in a particular situation.

Example

This rule is applicable to eye care too.

Diese Regel ist auch auf die Augenpflege anwendbar.

B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

Allegation

Anschuldigung

Meaning

a claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal

Example

The allegation against him was proven false.

Die Anschuldigung gegen ihn wurde als falsch erwiesen.

B2 adverb /əˈten.tɪv.li/

Attentively

aufmerksam

Meaning

with careful attention; in a focused manner

Example

She listened attentively to her teacher's instructions.

Sie hörte aufmerksam auf die Anweisungen ihres Lehrers.

B2 adjective /ˌæn.tiˈsoʊ.ʃəl/

Antisocial

antisozial; feindlich gegenüber sozialer Ordnung

Meaning

avoiding social interaction; hostile to social order

Example

His antisocial behavior made it difficult for him to make friends.

Sein antisoziales Verhalten erschwerte es ihm, Freunde zu finden.

B2 adjective /əˈlɛdʒd/

alleged

vermeint

Meaning

said or thought to be true, but not proven

Example

The alleged thief was caught by the police.

Der vermeintliche Dieb wurde von der Polizei gefangen.

B2 verb /əkˈsɛləreɪt/

accelerate

beschleunigen

Meaning

to increase speed or make something happen sooner

Example

The driver accelerated to overtake the truck.

Der Fahrer beschleunigte, um den Lkw zu überholen.

B2 verb /əˈsɛmbəl/

assemble

zusammenstellen

Meaning

to gather or bring together in one place

Example

The students assembled in the hall for the meeting.

Die Schüler versammelten sich im Saal für das Treffen.

B2 adjective ədˈmɪn.ɪ.strə.tɪv

administrative

administrativ

Meaning

Relating to the running of a business, organization, etc.; concerned with or relating to management or administration.

Example

Administrative reforms improve efficiency.

Verwaltungsreformen verbessern die Effizienz.

B2 noun /ɔː/

awe

Erstaunen

Meaning

a feeling of deep respect mixed with fear or wonder

Example

The children looked at the fireworks in awe.

Die Kinder schauten mit Erstaunen auf die Feuerwerke.

B2 noun ˈæp.ə.taɪt

appetite

Appetit

Meaning

A natural desire to satisfy a bodily need, especially for food.

Example

Junk food increases appetite unnaturally.

Junk Food erhöht den Appetit auf unnatürliche Weise.

B2 noun /əkˈnɒlɪdʒmənt/

acknowledgment

Anerkennung

Meaning

the act of accepting, admitting, or recognizing something

Example

He received an acknowledgment of his application.

Er erhielt eine Anerkennung für seine Bewerbung.

B2 adjective /əˈsɜːr.tɪv/

Assertive

durchsetzungsfähig; selbstbewusst

Meaning

confident and forceful; having a strong personality

Example

She is very assertive when speaking in meetings.

Sie ist sehr assertiv, wenn sie in Besprechungen spricht.

B2 noun ədˈvɜː.sɪ.ti

adversity

Widrigkeit

Meaning

Difficulties; misfortune; a difficult or unpleasant situation.

Example

He remained strong in the face of adversity.

Er blieb stark angesichts der Widrigkeit.

B2 noun /ˈæplɪkənt/

applicant

Bewerber

Meaning

a person who applies for something, such as a job or a position

Example

The applicant was interviewed for the position.

Der Bewerber wurde für die Position interviewt.

B2 noun /əˈdʒʌstmənt/

adjustment

Anpassung

Meaning

a small change made to improve something or make it work better

Example

The doctor made an adjustment to the patient’s medication.

Der Arzt hat eine Anpassung an der Medikation des Patienten vorgenommen.

B2 noun əˌkjuː.mjəˈleɪ.ʃən

accumulation

Ansammlung

Meaning

The gradual gathering or collecting of something over time.

Example

The accumulation of dust affects appliance efficiency.

Die Ansammlung von Staub beeinträchtigt die Effizienz von Haushaltsgeräten.

B2 noun /ˈɔːkʃən/

Auction

Auktion

Meaning

a public sale in which goods or property are sold to the highest bidder

Example

The antique furniture was sold at an auction last weekend.

Die antiken Möbel wurden letzte Woche bei einer Auktion verkauft.

B2 noun /æs/

Ass

Esel

Meaning

a donkey; a small domesticated animal of the horse family

Example

The farmer used an ass to carry heavy loads.

Der Bauer benutzte einen Esel, um schwere Lasten zu tragen.

B2 adverb /ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəli/

Artificially

künstlich;

Meaning

by artificial means; not naturally; in a fake manner

Example

The lake was artificially created for irrigation purposes.

Der See wurde künstlich für Bewässerungszwecke geschaffen.

B2 noun /əˈstrɒnəmər/

astronomer

Astronom

Meaning

a scientist who studies the stars, planets, and the universe

Example

The astronomer observed the new comet through his telescope.

Der Astronom beobachtete den neuen Kometen durch sein Teleskop.

B2 adjective /ˈædɪkwət/

adequate

angemessen

Meaning

sufficient or acceptable in quality or quantity

Example

The food was adequate for the small group.

Das Essen war angemessen für die kleine Gruppe.

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 adjective /əˈtʃiːvəbl/

achievable

erreichbar

Meaning

Able to be brought about or reached successfully.

Example

Start with achievable steps to stay motivated.

Beginnen Sie mit erreichbaren Schritten, um motiviert zu bleiben.

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 adjective /ænˈdʒelɪk/

angelic

engelhafter

Meaning

Like or characteristic of an angel; pure, kind, or innocent.

Example

The child had an angelic smile.

Das Kind hatte ein engelhaftes Lächeln.

B2 adjective /əˈbjuːsɪv/

abusive

missbräuchlich / schädlich verbal oder physisch

Meaning

extremely offensive or insulting; involving physical or verbal harm

Example

She left her job because of her abusive boss.

Sie hat ihren Job wegen ihres missbräuchlichen Chefs verlassen.

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.

B2 verb ədˈhɪər

adhere

haften

Meaning

To stick firmly to something or stay attached.

Example

Neutrons adhere to protons.

Neutronen haften an Protonen.

B2 noun /ɑːrtʃ/

arch

Bogen

Meaning

a curved symmetrical structure spanning an opening and typically supporting the weight above it

Example

The ancient arch still stands in the city center.

Der alte Bogen steht immer noch im Stadtzentrum.

B2 noun ˌɔː.təˈmeɪ.ʃən

automation

automatisierung

Meaning

Replacing manual work with machines or software.

Example

Automation increases efficiency and reduces errors in production.

Automatisierung steigert die Effizienz und reduziert Fehler in der Produktion.

B2 noun /ˈæɡ.ə.ni/

Agony

extreme körperliche oder geistige Qual; intensiver Schmerz

Meaning

extreme physical or mental suffering; intense pain

Example

He was in agony after the accident.

Er war nach dem Unfall in Agonie.

B2 noun /ˈæd.və.kət/

Advocate

Anwalt

Meaning

a lawyer who represents clients in court; a person who supports or argues for a cause or policy

Example

The advocate presented strong evidence to defend his client in court.

Der Anwalt legte vor Gericht starke Beweise vor, um seinen Mandanten zu verteidigen.

B2 noun əˈkɔːrd

accord

abkommen

Meaning

An official agreement or treaty.

Example

The accord emphasized gradual progress.

Das Abkommen betonte den schrittweisen Fortschritt.

B2 adjective, noun, verb /ˈæb.strækt/

abstract

abstrakt, Zusammenfassung

Meaning

existing in thought or as an idea but not having physical or concrete existence; a summary of a text

Example

The artist is known for her abstract paintings.

Die Künstlerin ist bekannt für ihre abstrakten Gemälde.

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.

B2 noun ˌæl.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃənz

allegations

Anschuldigungen

Meaning

Claims or assertions that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof.

Example

The allegations were investigated by an international body.

Die Anschuldigungen wurden von einer internationalen Organisation untersucht.

B2 adjective əˈkwætɪk

aquatic

aquatisch

Meaning

Growing or living in or near water; of or relating to water.

Example

Aquatic species are being endangered by pollution.

Aquatische Arten sind durch Verschmutzung bedroht.

B2 noun, verb /ˈævəlæntʃ/

avalanche

Lawine

Meaning

(noun) a mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside; a sudden overwhelming quantity; (verb) to descend like an avalanche

Example

The avalanche buried the mountain road under tons of snow.

Die Lawine begrub die Bergstraße unter tonnenweise Schnee.

B2 adjective /ˈɛəri/

airy

luftig

Meaning

Spacious and well-ventilated; light and breezy.

Example

The new apartment is bright and airy.

Die neue Wohnung ist hell und luftig.

B2 adjective, noun /ədˈvaɪzəri/

advisory

beratend

Meaning

(adjective) having the power to give advice but not to make sure that it is followed; (noun) an official announcement containing information or a warning

Example

The committee serves in an advisory capacity to the board of directors.

Der Ausschuss dient dem Vorstand in beratender Funktion.

B2 adjective /ˌæbsənt ˈmaɪndɪd/

absent-minded

vergesslich

Meaning

often forgetting things or not paying attention

Example

He is so absent-minded that he often forgets his keys.

Er ist so vergesslich, dass er oft seine Schlüssel vergisst.

B2 verb əˈkwaɪər

acquire

erwerben

Meaning

To gain or obtain something, especially knowledge or skills, through effort or experience.

Example

Volunteers acquire new skills through their experiences.

Freiwillige erwerben neue Fähigkeiten durch ihre Erfahrungen.

B2 adjective /əˈdʒeɪsənt/

Adjacent

angrenzend

Meaning

পার্শ্ববর্তী; সংলগ্ন; নিকটবর্তী;

Example

The hotel is adjacent to the shopping mall.

Das Hotel ist angrenzend an das Einkaufszentrum.

B2 noun /ˌæk.wɪˈzɪʃ.ən/

Acquisition

Akquisition, Erwerb, Zukauf

Meaning

An asset or object bought or obtained, typically by a library or museum.

Example

The company's acquisition strategy boosted growth.

Die Akquisitionsstrategie des Unternehmens hat das Wachstum angekurbelt.

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.

B2 noun /ˌæn.ɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/

Animation

Meaning

the technique of making inanimate objects appear to move; liveliness and enthusiasm

Example

The animation in this movie is incredibly detailed.

Die Animation in diesem Film ist unglaublich detailliert.

B2 adjective /æbˈnɔːr.məl/

abnormal

Meaning

deviating from what is normal or usual, typically in a way that is undesirable

Example

The doctor noticed an abnormal growth in the patient’s lung.

Der Arzt bemerkte ein abnormales Wachstum in der Lunge des Patienten.

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.

B2 noun ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːt

attribute

Attribut

Meaning

A quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something.

Example

An important attribute of wood is its flexibility.

Ein wichtiges Attribut von Holz ist seine Flexibilität.

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.

B2 noun /ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs ˈviː.ɪ.kəlz/

autonomous vehicles

autonome Fahrzeuge

Meaning

Vehicles that can operate and move without human intervention or control.

Example

Autonomous vehicles are revolutionizing the future of transport.

Autonome Fahrzeuge revolutionieren die Zukunft des Transports.

B2 noun /əˈdɪkʃən/

addiction

Sucht

Meaning

A strong and harmful need to regularly have or do something, such as drugs, alcohol, or habits.

Example

His addiction to video games affected his studies.

Seine Sucht nach Videospielen beeinflusste seine Studien.

B2 noun /eɪk/

Ache

Schmerz

Meaning

a continuous or prolonged dull pain in a part of one's body

Example

He had a terrible headache after working late.

Er hatte nach der späten Arbeit starke Kopfschmerzen.

B2 noun /ˈæŋk.lət/

Anklet

Fußkette

Meaning

a piece of jewelry worn around the ankle

Example

She wore a beautiful silver anklet on her left foot.

Sie trug ein schönes silbernes Fußkettchen an ihrem linken Fuß.

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.

B2 adjective ˌæs.trəˈnɒm.ɪ.kəl

astronomical

astronomisch

Meaning

Relating to astronomy; extremely large in amount or extent.

Example

The astronomical price reflects its exclusivity.

Der astronomische Preis spiegelt seine Exklusivität wider.

B2 adjective /əˈten.tɪv/

Attentive

aufmerksam; wachsam; aufmerksam

Meaning

careful to pay attention; alert and observant

Example

The attentive student listened carefully to every word the teacher said.

Der aufmerksame Schüler hörte sorgfältig auf jedes Wort, das der Lehrer sagte.

B2 adjective /esˈθet.ɪk/

Aesthetic

ästhetisch

Meaning

Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty.

Example

Good aesthetic design enhances product appeal.

Gutes ästhetisches Design verbessert die Produktanziehungskraft.

B2 adjective/verb /əˈprɒksɪmət/

approximate

ungefähr

Meaning

close to the actual but not exact; to estimate or calculate roughly

Example

The cost is approximate and may change later.

Die Kosten sind ungefähr und können sich später ändern.

B2 noun /əˈsɜːʃən/

assertion

Behauptung

Meaning

a confident and forceful statement of fact or belief

Example

Her assertion that she was right was met with silence.

Ihre Behauptung, dass sie recht hatte, wurde mit Stille empfangen.

B2 adjective /æʃ ˈkʌl.ər/

Ash-colour

aschefarbig

Meaning

a grayish color resembling ash

Example

The old building had ash-colour walls that needed painting.

Das alte Gebäude hatte aschefarbene Wände, die gestrichen werden mussten.

B2 adjective /əˈlɑːrmɪŋ/

alarming

alarmierend

Meaning

Worrying or disturbing; causing concern or fear.

Example

The unemployment rate among youth is alarming.

Die Arbeitslosenquote unter Jugendlichen ist alarmierend.

B2 verb /əˈkweɪnt/

acquaint

vertraut machen

Meaning

to make someone familiar with something; to inform or introduce

Example

Please acquaint yourself with the safety guidelines before operating the machine.

Bitte machen Sie sich mit den Sicherheitsrichtlinien vertraut, bevor Sie die Maschine bedienen.

B2 noun /ˈɑː.mənd/

Almond

Mandel

Meaning

edible seed of the almond tree

Example

Almonds are a healthy snack rich in protein and good fats.

Mandeln sind ein gesunder Snack, der reich an Eiweiß und guten Fetten ist.

B2 adjective əˈstaʊn.dɪŋ

astounding

erstaunlich, überraschend, beeindruckend

Meaning

Surprisingly impressive or notable; causing shock or surprise.

Example

The magician's astounding tricks left the audience speechless.

Die erstaunlichen Tricks des Zauberers ließen das Publikum sprachlos.

B2 noun /əˈluːmɪnəm/

aluminum

aluminium

Meaning

a lightweight silvery metal used for making cans, foils, and other items

Example

The airplane body is made of strong but light aluminum.

Der Flugzeugkörper ist aus starkem, aber leichtem Aluminium gebaut.

B2 noun /əˈpɒstrəfi/

apostrophe

das Apostroph

Meaning

A punctuation mark (') used to indicate possession or the omission of letters or numbers.

Example

You need an apostrophe in the word 'children’s'.

Du brauchst ein Apostroph im Wort 'children’s'.

B2 adjective /əˈdɪktɪd/

addicted

süchtig

Meaning

Being unable to stop engaging in a particular activity or consuming a particular substance.

Example

Many people are addicted to social media.

Viele Menschen sind süchtig nach sozialen Medien.

B2 noun ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt

anecdote

eine kurze, interessante Geschichte, die in Reden oder Texten verwendet wird

Meaning

A short interesting story used in speeches or writing.

Example

A well-placed anecdote makes a speech more relatable.

Ein gut platzierte Anekdote macht eine Rede relatabler.

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.

B2 noun /ˈæməzɒn/

amazon

starke Frau

Meaning

A tall, strong, or powerful woman.

Example

She fought like an amazon in the competition.

Sie kämpfte wie eine Amazone im Wettbewerb.

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.

B2 noun əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti

accountability

Verantwortlichkeit

Meaning

The fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility.

Example

Accountability is key to maintaining trust in any system.

Verantwortlichkeit ist entscheidend, um Vertrauen in jedes System aufrechtzuerhalten.

B2 noun /əˈstɒnɪʃmənt/

astonishment

Erstaunen

Meaning

Great surprise or amazement.

Example

She looked at the magician with astonishment.

Sie schaute den Magier mit Erstaunen an.

B2 noun ˈæɡ.rɪ.kʌl.tʃɚ

agriculture

Landwirtschaft

Meaning

The science or practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil for the growing of crops and the rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and other products.

Example

Sustainable agriculture can help protect the environment.

Nachhaltige Landwirtschaft kann dazu beitragen, die Umwelt zu schützen.

B2 noun /ˈæbi/

abbey

Abtei

Meaning

A large church building or monastery where monks or nuns live, work, and worship.

Example

The old abbey on the hill attracts many tourists each year.

Die alte Abtei auf dem Hügel zieht jedes Jahr viele Touristen an.

B2 noun /əˈkʌmplɪʃmənt/

accomplishment

Errungenschaft

Meaning

something that has been achieved successfully

Example

Graduating from university was a major accomplishment for him.

Der Abschluss der Universität war eine große Errungenschaft für ihn.

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.

B2 adjective + noun অ্যাডভার্স ইমপ্যাক্ট

adverse impact

negative Auswirkung

Meaning

A negative or harmful effect or influence on something.

Example

Long screen time has an adverse impact on hand muscles.

Lange Bildschirmzeit hat einen negativen Einfluss auf die Handmuskeln.

B2 adjective /ˈæm.pəl/

Ample

reichlich; genügend; ausgiebig

Meaning

large in size, extent, or capacity; plentiful; more than enough

Example

We have ample time to finish the project before the deadline.

Wir haben genügend Zeit, um das Projekt vor der Frist abzuschließen.

B2 adjective /ænˈtɑːrktɪk/

antarctic

antarktisch

Meaning

relating to the region around the South Pole

Example

The Antarctic region is known for its extreme cold and icy landscapes.

Die Antarktisregion ist bekannt für ihre extreme Kälte und eisigen Landschaften.

B2 adverb /əˈfek.ʃən.ət.li/

Affectionately

liebevoll

Meaning

in a way that shows feelings of liking or love; with fondness and care

Example

She hugged her grandmother affectionately.

Sie umarmte ihre Großmutter liebevoll.

B2 noun, verb /ˈɑːrkaɪv/

attain

erreichen

Meaning

to achieve or reach something

Example

She worked hard to attain her goals.

Sie arbeitete hart, um ihre Ziele zu erreichen.

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 /ˈɑːrkaɪvz/

B2 noun /ˌæljuˈmɪniəm/

aluminium

Aluminium

Meaning

a lightweight, silvery-white metal used widely in manufacturing and packaging

Example

Aluminium is commonly used to make cans and aircraft parts.

Aluminium wird für Dosen und Flugzeuge verwendet.

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.

B2 noun ˈæsɪd reɪn

acid rain

saurer Regen

Meaning

Rainfall made acidic by atmospheric pollution, especially from industrial emissions.

Example

Acid rain damages crops and buildings.

Saurer Regen schadet den Ernten und Gebäuden.

B2 noun əˈsʌmp.ʃənz

assumptions

Annahmen

Meaning

Things that are accepted as true or certain to happen, without proof.

Example

His assumptions about the project were completely wrong.

Seine Annahmen über das Projekt waren völlig falsch.

B2 adverb /əˈbrʌptli/

Abruptly

plötzlich und unerwartet; ohne Vorwarnung

Meaning

suddenly and unexpectedly; without warning

Example

The meeting ended abruptly when the power went out.

Das Meeting endete abrupt, als der Strom ausfiel.

B2 noun /ˈɔːltər/

Altar

Meaning

a raised structure on which offerings or sacrifices are made to a deity

Example

The bride and groom stood before the altar during the ceremony.

Die Braut und der Bräutigam standen während der Zeremonie vor dem Altar.

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.

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 noun /əˈkaʊntɪŋ/

accounting

Buchhaltung

Meaning

the process of recording, summarizing, and reporting financial transactions

Example

She works in the accounting department of a large firm.

Sie arbeitet in der Buchhaltungsabteilung eines großen Unternehmens.

B2 noun ˈæt.rɪ.bjuːts

attributes

Attribute

Meaning

A quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something.

Example

Advanced crops possess beneficial attributes.

Fortschrittliche Pflanzen besitzen vorteilhafte Attribute.

B2 adjective /ˈærəɡənt/

Arrogant

arrogant; überheblich

Meaning

having an exaggerated sense of one's importance; proud

Example

His arrogant behavior made him very unpopular.

Sein arrogantes Verhalten machte ihn sehr unbeliebt.

B2 noun /əˌdæptəˈbɪləti/

adaptability

Anpassungsfähigkeit

Meaning

The quality of being able to adjust to new conditions or circumstances

Example

Adaptability to changing environments is crucial in business.

Anpassungsfähigkeit an sich verändernde Umgebungen ist im Geschäftsleben entscheidend.

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 verb /ˈæmplɪˌfaɪ/

amplify

verstärken

Meaning

to make sounds louder; to make something larger or more significant

Example

The microphone amplifies her voice.

Das Mikrofon verstärkt ihre Stimme.

B2 noun /əˈplɔːz/

applause

applaus

Meaning

the sound of people clapping their hands to show approval or enjoyment

Example

The actor received loud applause after his performance.

Der Schauspieler erhielt nach seiner Aufführung einen lauten Applaus.

B2 noun /əˈbɔːrʃən/

abortion

Abtreibung

Meaning

The deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, usually performed during the first 28 weeks.

Example

The debate about abortion continues to divide public opinion.

Die Debatte über Abtreibung teilt weiterhin die öffentliche Meinung.

B2 noun /æmˈfɪbiən/

amphibian

Amphibien

Meaning

A cold-blooded vertebrate animal that can live both on land and in water.

Example

A frog is a common amphibian that lives both in water and on land.

Frösche sind typische Amphibien, die sowohl im Wasser als auch an Land leben.

B2 noun ɔːɡˈmɛn.tɪd riˈæl.ɪ.ti

augmented reality

erweiterte Realität, Kombination von virtueller und realer Welt

Meaning

Technology that overlays digital information on the real world environment.

Example

Gaming has been transformed by augmented reality.

Augmented Reality hat das Spiel verändert.

B2 verb /əˈpɔɪnt/

appoint

ernennen

Meaning

to choose someone for a job or position

Example

The board will appoint a new director.

Der Vorstand wird einen neuen Direktor ernennen.

B2 adjective /ˈædmərəbəl/

Admirable

bewundernswert

Meaning

প্রশংসনীয়; চমৎকার;

Example

Her dedication to helping others is truly admirable.

Ihr Engagement, anderen zu helfen, ist wirklich bewundernswert.

B2 verb /əˈsaɪn/

assign

zuweisen

Meaning

to give someone a task, duty, or responsibility

Example

The manager will assign tasks to the new employees.

Der Manager wird Aufgaben an die neuen Mitarbeiter zuweisen.

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.

B2 adjective /ˈeɪ.li.ən/

alien

außerirdisch

Meaning

Belonging to a foreign country or nation; extraterrestrial.

Example

The telescope is capable of detecting alien signals.

Das Teleskop kann außerirdische Signale erkennen.

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 noun /ˈɑːrtɪzən/

artisan

Handwerker

Meaning

a skilled craftsperson who makes things by hand

Example

The artisan crafted a beautiful wooden chair.

Der Handwerker fertigte einen schönen Holzstuhl an.

B2 noun /əkˈnɒlɪdʒmənt/

acknowledgement

Anerkennung

Meaning

the act of recognizing or accepting something as true or valid; an expression of gratitude or recognition

Example

She received an acknowledgement for her contribution to the project.

Sie erhielt eine Anerkennung für ihren Beitrag zum Projekt.

B2 adjective /əˈtɒm.ɪk/

Atomic

atomar

Meaning

relating to atoms or atomic energy; extremely small

Example

The atomic structure of hydrogen is the simplest.

Die atomare Struktur von Wasserstoff ist die einfachste.