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B2 noun, verb /ˈædvɜːrt/

advert

Anzeige
Meaning
(noun) a notice or announcement in a public medium promoting a product, service, or event; (verb) to refer to something in speaking or writing
Example
The company placed an advert in the newspaper for the new position.
Das Unternehmen hat eine Anzeige in der Zeitung für die neue Position geschaltet.
B2 noun /ˈbɪʃəp/

bishop

Bischof
Meaning
a senior member of the Christian clergy, usually in charge of a diocese and empowered to confer holy orders.
Example
The bishop delivered a powerful sermon during Sunday service.
Der Bischof hielt eine kraftvolle Predigt während des Sonntagsgottesdienstes.
B2 verb, noun /kəˈmjuːt/

commute

Pendeln
Meaning
Verb: to travel regularly between home and work; Noun: the journey to and from work.
Example
He commutes two hours every day to reach his office.
Er pendelt jeden Tag zwei Stunden, um sein Büro zu erreichen.
B2 noun /ɪkˈspen.dɪ.tʃər/

expenditure

Ausgabe
Meaning
The action of spending funds; an amount of money spent.
Example
Managing expenditure is critical for budgeting.
Die Verwaltung der Ausgaben ist entscheidend für die Budgetierung.
B2 noun /ˈkænvəs/

canvas

Meaning
A strong, coarse cloth used for tents, sails, or painting.
Example
The artist prepared a canvas for his new painting.
B2 noun /djuː/

Dew

tau
Meaning
tiny drops of water that form on cool surfaces at night when atmospheric water vapour condenses
Example
The morning dew glistened on the grass.
Der Morgentau glänzte auf dem Gras.
B2 noun /ˈkæbɪnət/

Cabinet

Schrank
Meaning
a piece of furniture with doors and shelves used for storage
Example
The kitchen cabinet is full of dishes and utensils.
Der Küchenschrank ist voll mit Tellern und Utensilien.
B2 noun, verb /treɪs/

trace

spuren
Meaning
a mark, object, or sign that shows the existence or development of something
Example
She traced the path of the river on the map.
Sie hat den Flussweg auf der Karte nachgezeichnet.
B2 noun /ˈaɪrəni/

irony

Ironie
Meaning
a situation that is strange or amusing because it is the opposite of what is expected; the use of words to convey the opposite meaning
Example
The irony of the situation was that the winner forgot his own prize.
Die Ironie der Situation war, dass der Gewinner seinen eigenen Preis vergessen hatte.
B2 adjective /veɪɡ/

Vague

vage; unklar
Meaning
unclear or uncertain in meaning; not clearly expressed
Example
His explanation was too vague for me to understand.
Seine Erklärung war zu vage, um sie zu verstehen.
B2 noun /iːz/

Ease

Leichtigkeit; Komfort
Meaning
absence of difficulty or effort; comfort and relaxation
Example
After years of practice, she played the piano with great ease.
Nach Jahren des Übens spielte sie das Klavier mit großer Leichtigkeit.
B2 adverb /ˈwɪl.ɪŋ.li/

Willingly

freiwillig
Meaning
in a willing manner; voluntarily; with free will
Example
She willingly helped her neighbors during the emergency.
Sie half freiwillig ihren Nachbarn während des Notfalls.
B2 noun /ˈɑːrm.pɪt/

Armpit

Achsel
Meaning
the hollow area under the arm where it joins the shoulder
Example
He applied deodorant to his armpit.
Er trug Deo auf seine Achsel auf.
B2 noun /ˈpæntri/

pantry

Vorratskammer
Meaning
A small room or cupboard where food, dishes, and kitchen supplies are stored.
Example
She stocked the pantry with fresh groceries for the week.
Sie füllte die Vorratskammer mit frischen Lebensmitteln für die Woche.
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 verb /blʌf/

bluff

täuschen
Meaning
to deceive someone by pretending to have strength, knowledge, or resources that one does not actually possess
Example
He tried to bluff his way into the exclusive club.
Er versuchte, sich in den exklusiven Club zu blaffen.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈlɔːfl/

Unlawful

rechtswidrig; illegal
Meaning
not authorized by law; illegal
Example
The court declared the search unlawful.
Das Gericht erklärte die Durchsuchung für rechtswidrig.
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.
B2 verb /ˈverɪfaɪ/

verify

überprüfen
Meaning
to check if something is true or correct; to confirm
Example
Please verify your email address before proceeding.
Bitte überprüfen Sie Ihre E-Mail-Adresse, bevor Sie fortfahren.
B2 noun /ˈbæŋkrʌpt/

Bankrupt

pleite
Meaning
a person unable to pay debts; having no money; completely lacking in something
Example
The company went bankrupt after years of poor financial management.
Das Unternehmen ging nach Jahren schlechter finanzieller Verwaltung pleite.
B2 noun /diˈoʊ.dər.ənt/

Deodorant

Deodorant
Meaning
a substance that removes or conceals unpleasant smells, especially bodily odors
Example
She applied deodorant before going to the gym to stay fresh during workout.
Sie trug Deodorant, bevor sie ins Fitnessstudio ging, um während des Trainings frisch zu bleiben.
B2 adjective /ˈlɔːŋtaɪm/

longtime

lange Zeit
Meaning
having existed or continued for a long time
Example
They are longtime friends who met in college.
Sie sind langjährige Freunde, die sich an der Universität getroffen haben.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈbreɪkəbəl/

Unbreakable

nicht zerbrechlich oder beschädigt werden können; sehr stark und langlebig
Meaning
not able to be broken or damaged; very strong and durable
Example
Their friendship formed an unbreakable bond.
Ihre Freundschaft bildete ein unzerbrechliches Band.
B2 verb, noun /dɒn/

don

anziehen / Anführer
Meaning
to put on (an article of clothing); also used as a title for a respected person
Example
She donned her coat before leaving.
Sie zog ihren Mantel an, bevor sie ging.
B2 verb /ɡrænt/

grant

gewähren
Meaning
to give or allow someone to have; to admit or agree
Example
The university granted him a scholarship.
Die Universität gewährte ihm ein Stipendium.
B2 noun, verb /bʌt/

butt

Meaning
to hit or push with the head or horns; the end part of something, especially a cigarette
Example
The goat butted the fence with its horns.
B2 noun ˈlaɪv.stɒk ˈfɑː.mɪŋ

livestock farming

Viehzucht
Meaning
The breeding, raising, and care of farm animals such as cattle, horses, sheep, and pigs for food, fiber, and other products.
Example
Livestock farming plays a crucial role in food security.
Viehzucht spielt eine entscheidende Rolle in der Ernährungssicherheit.
B2 adjective /ˈpæn.ɪ.ki/

Panicky

panisch; ängstlich und furchtsam
Meaning
feeling or showing panic; anxious and fearful
Example
The crowd became panicky when the fire alarm sounded.
Die Menge wurde panisch, als der Feueralarm ertönte.
B2 noun /ˈmɛntɔːr/

mentor

Mentor
Meaning
an experienced person who advises and guides someone less experienced
Example
She acted as a mentor for the new employees.
Sie fungierte als Mentor für die neuen Mitarbeiter.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈwɪl.ɪŋ/

Unwilling

unwillig; widerwillig;
Meaning
not ready to do something; reluctant; not wanting to do
Example
He was unwilling to share his secret with anyone.
Er war nicht bereit, sein Geheimnis mit jemandem zu teilen.
B2 noun /əˈlaʊəns/

Allowance

Taschengeld
Meaning
a sum of money paid regularly to a person; permission to do something
Example
Children receive a weekly allowance for helping with chores.
Kinder erhalten ein wöchentliches Taschengeld für die Hilfe bei den Hausarbeiten.
B2 noun/verb /bʌk/

buck

männliches Reh / sich widersetzen
Meaning
A male deer; also to resist or oppose strongly.
Example
The horse began to buck wildly as the rider tried to hold on.
Das Pferd begann wild zu bucken, als der Reiter versuchte, sich festzuhalten.
B2 adjective /ˈlɪt.ər.ət/

Literate

gebildet; gut ausgebildet; literarisch
Meaning
able to read and write; educated; well-educated
Example
She is a very literate person who reads extensively.
Sie ist eine sehr gebildete Person, die viel liest.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈraɪp/

Unripe

unreif
Meaning
not fully developed or matured; not ready to be eaten
Example
The unripe bananas will turn yellow in a few days.
Die unreifen Bananen werden in ein paar Tagen gelb.
B2 verb /pərˈsɪst/

persist

durchhalten
Meaning
to continue firmly in an action or opinion despite difficulty or opposition
Example
She decided to persist in her efforts to learn French.
Sie entschied sich, in ihren Bemühungen, Französisch zu lernen, durchzuhalten.
B2 noun /ˈprəʊsesə/

processor

prozessor
Meaning
a machine or device that processes something, especially a computer's central processing unit (CPU)
Example
The new laptop has a faster processor.
Der neue Laptop hat einen schnelleren Prozessor.
B2 adverb /ˈneɪmli/

Namely

nämlich; spezifisch;
Meaning
that is to say; specifically; to be precise
Example
Three cities, namely Paris, London, and Rome, were visited.
Drei Städte, nämlich Paris, London und Rom, wurden besucht.
B2 noun ˈsuː.pər.fuːdz

superfoods

Superfoods
Meaning
Nutrient-dense foods that are particularly beneficial for health and well-being.
Example
Blueberries and spinach are superfoods rich in vitamins.
Blaubeeren und Spinat sind Superfoods, die reich an Vitaminen sind.
B2 verb /ɪnˈtɛnsɪfaɪ/

intensify

intensivieren
Meaning
To make something stronger, more extreme, or more forceful.
Example
The storm is expected to intensify overnight.
Der Sturm wird voraussichtlich über Nacht intensiver werden.
B2 noun /ˈstɑːrtər/

starter

eine Person oder Sache, die etwas startet; der erste Gang eines Essens
Meaning
a person or thing that starts something; the first course of a meal
Example
The starter of the meal was a fresh salad.
Der Starter des Essens war ein frischer Salat.
B2 noun/verb /ˈsɜːveɪ/

survey

Umfrage, Befragung
Meaning
noun: an examination or inspection; verb: to examine or measure (an area or subject)
Example
They conducted a survey to understand customer preferences.
Sie führten eine Umfrage durch, um die Vorlieben der Kunden zu verstehen.
B2 noun /bʌlk/

Bulk

Masse; der größere Teil;
Meaning
the mass or size of something large; the greater part or majority of something
Example
The bulk of the work was completed before the deadline.
Der Großteil der Arbeit wurde vor der Frist abgeschlossen.
B2 noun /ɡriːnz/

Greens

Blattgemüse
Meaning
Leafy vegetables such as spinach, lettuce, and cabbage
Example
Eating greens is important for good health.
Das Essen von Blattgemüse ist wichtig für eine gute Gesundheit.
B2 noun /bʌd/

Bud

Knospe
Meaning
An undeveloped or immature flower before it opens
Example
The rose bud will bloom into a beautiful flower in a few days.
Die Rosenknospe wird in wenigen Tagen zu einer schönen Blume erblühen.
B2 noun /ˈkæs.ər.oʊl bɑːks/

Casserole box

Auflaufform
Meaning
a covered dish used for cooking and serving food, especially baked dishes
Example
The casserole box kept the food warm during the dinner party.
Die Auflaufform hielt das Essen während der Dinnerparty warm.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈfɪt/

Unfit

untauglich; ungeeignet;
Meaning
not in good physical condition; unsuitable or inappropriate
Example
He was declared unfit for military service due to his poor health.
Er wurde aufgrund seiner schlechten Gesundheit für den Militärdienst für untauglich erklärt.
B2 verb /ɪkˈsɛl/

excel

hervorstechen
Meaning
to be exceptionally good at or proficient in an activity or subject
Example
She always tries to excel in her studies.
Sie versucht immer, in ihren Studien hervorzustechen.
B2 adjective /ˌbaɪˈlɪŋɡwəl/

bilingual

zweisprachig
Meaning
Able to speak two languages fluently.
Example
She grew up in a bilingual household speaking both English and Spanish.
Sie wuchs in einem zweisprachigen Haushalt auf, der sowohl Englisch als auch Spanisch sprach.
B2 adjective /ˈɔː.də.li/

Orderly

ordentlich; systematisch; friedlich
Meaning
well-organized; systematic; peaceful
Example
Please keep your desk orderly and clean.
Bitte halten Sie Ihren Schreibtisch ordentlich und sauber.
B2 adjective /dɪˈstɜː.bɪŋ/

disturbing

beunruhigend
Meaning
causing anxiety, worry, or emotional distress
Example
The news about the accident was deeply disturbing.
Die Nachricht über den Unfall war tief beunruhigend.
B2 verb /ˈsɜːrkjəˌleɪt/

circulate

zirkulieren, bewegen
Meaning
to move continuously or freely through a closed system or area
Example
Air circulated freely in the open hall.
Die Luft zirkulierte frei im offenen Raum.
B2 noun /ˈaʊt.breɪk/

Out-break

Ausbruch
Meaning
a sudden occurrence or eruption of something, especially disease or violence
Example
The outbreak of flu affected many students in the school.
Der Ausbruch der Grippe hat viele Schüler in der Schule betroffen.
B2 adverb /drəˈmætɪkli/

dramatically

dramatisch
Meaning
in a sudden, striking, or exaggerated way
Example
Sales increased dramatically after the campaign.
Der Umsatz stieg dramatisch nach der Kampagne.
B2 adjective /ˈbeə.rə.bəl/

Bearable

erträglich; zumutbar; nicht zu unangenehm oder schmerzhaft
Meaning
able to be endured; tolerable; not too unpleasant or painful
Example
The pain became bearable after taking the medicine.
Der Schmerz wurde erträglich, nachdem er das Medikament genommen hatte.
B2 noun /ˈrɒbəɹi/

robbery

Raub
Meaning
the crime of stealing from someone or somewhere using force or threat
Example
The police are investigating the robbery at the local store.
Die Polizei untersucht den Raub in dem örtlichen Geschäft.
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 noun /ˈnoʊ.ʃən/

Notion

Vorstellung
Meaning
a conception or belief about something; an idea or opinion
Example
She had a strange notion that someone was following her.
Sie hatte eine seltsame Vorstellung, dass jemand ihr folgte.
B2 noun /ˈskuːtər/

scooter

Roller
Meaning
a small two-wheeled vehicle powered by an engine or electricity
Example
She rides a scooter to work every day.
Sie fährt jeden Tag mit dem Roller zur Arbeit.
B2 noun /ˈlep.ərd/

Leopard

leopard
Meaning
a large wild cat with yellow fur and black spots
Example
The leopard climbed the tree to rest in the shade.
Der Leopard kletterte auf den Baum, um im Schatten zu ruhen.
B2 noun /ˈbrʌðərhʊd/

brotherhood

Brüderlichkeit
Meaning
The relationship between brothers; an association of people with common interests
Example
The soldiers shared a strong sense of brotherhood.
Die Soldaten teilten ein starkes Gefühl der Brüderlichkeit.
B2 adjective ˈtaɪmləs

timeless

zeitlos
Meaning
Not affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion.
Example
The timeless beauty of the painting has captivated art lovers for generations.
Die zeitlose Schönheit des Gemäldes hat Kunstliebhaber über Generationen hinweg fasziniert.
B2 noun /ˈwʊd.pek.ər/

Woodpecker

Specht
Meaning
a bird that pecks at tree bark to find insects and create nesting holes
Example
The woodpecker hammered against the oak tree.
Der Specht hämmerte gegen die Eiche.
B2 verb, noun /ˈkɒntɛst/

contest

wettbewerb, herausfordern
Meaning
verb: to compete or challenge; noun: a competition or dispute
Example
She decided to contest the election against the incumbent.
Sie entschied sich, die Wahl gegen den amtierenden Kandidaten anzufechten.
B2 noun /ˈɡɑːr.di.ən/

Guardian

Vormund; Wächter
Meaning
a defender, protector, or keeper; a person legally responsible for the care of someone unable to manage their own affairs
Example
After her parents died, her uncle became her legal guardian and took care of her.
Nachdem ihre Eltern gestorben waren, wurde ihr Onkel ihr gesetzlicher Vormund und kümmerte sich um sie.
B2 verb /kəmˈpaɪl/

compile

zusammenstellen
Meaning
to collect information or material and put it together in a list, report, or book
Example
She compiled the research data into a detailed report.
Sie sammelte die Forschungsdaten in einem detaillierten Bericht.
B2 noun /heɪst/

Haste

Eile; Hast
Meaning
swiftness of motion; urgent need of quick action; excessive speed or urgency
Example
In his haste to catch the train, he forgot to take his wallet from the table.
In seiner Eile, den Zug zu erwischen, vergaß er, seine Brieftasche vom Tisch zu nehmen.
B2 noun /kənˈspɪrəsi/

conspiracy

Verschwörung
Meaning
A secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful.
Example
The police uncovered a conspiracy to overthrow the government.
Die Polizei deckte eine Verschwörung auf, um die Regierung zu stürzen.
B2 adjective /kræmpt/

cramped

eng, unbequem klein
Meaning
uncomfortably small or restricted
Example
The room was so cramped that we could barely move.
Der Raum war so eng, dass wir kaum bewegen konnten.
B2 adjective /ˈhjuː.mɪd/

Humid

feucht; nass
Meaning
containing moisture; damp; moist;
Example
The humid climate makes it feel hotter than it actually is.
Das feuchte Klima lässt es heißer erscheinen, als es tatsächlich ist.
B2 noun /kəmˈpɑːrt.mənt/

Compartment

Abteil
Meaning
a separate section or division of a larger space, especially in a train
Example
We found seats in the first-class compartment.
Wir fanden Plätze im ersten Klasse Abteil.
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 noun/verb /sɪˈmɛnt/

cement

Zement / zementieren
Meaning
a powdery substance that binds materials together; to make something strong or permanent
Example
The treaty helped cement the relationship between the two countries.
Der Vertrag half, die Beziehung zwischen den beiden Ländern zu zementieren.
B2 verb /oʊˈmɪt/

omit

weglassen
Meaning
to leave out or exclude; to fail to include something
Example
Please don't omit any important details from your report.
Bitte lassen Sie keine wichtigen Details in Ihrem Bericht aus.
B2 noun /sɛnˈseɪʃən/

Sensation

Sensation; Aufregung; Aufruhr; Interesse
Meaning
a physical feeling or perception resulting from something that happens to or comes into contact with the body; a widespread reaction of interest and excitement
Example
The new singer became an overnight sensation.
Der neue Sänger wurde über Nacht zu einer Sensation.
B2 noun /steɪn/

Stain

Fleck; Makel
Meaning
a colored patch or dirty mark that is difficult to remove; a blemish or damage to reputation
Example
There was a coffee stain on his white shirt.
Es gab einen Kaffeefleck auf seinem weißen Hemd.
B2 adjective /ˈspiːtʃləs/

speechless

sprachlos
Meaning
Unable to speak because of shock, surprise, or strong emotion.
Example
She was speechless when she received the award.
Sie war sprachlos, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B2 adjective /stɑːrk/

stark

stark, scharf
Meaning
Severe, sharp, or clearly defined; plain and without any decoration.
Example
The stark contrast between poverty and wealth was evident in the city.
Der starke Kontrast zwischen Armut und Reichtum war in der Stadt offensichtlich.
B2 adjective /ˌfæʃ.ənd/

Outdated

veraltet
Meaning
obsolete; no longer current
Example
This computer software is completely outdated.
Diese Software ist vollständig veraltet.
B2 noun/verb rɪˈfɔːm

reform

Reform
Meaning
Make changes in (something, typically a social, political, or economic institution or practice) in order to improve it.
Example
Reform in the education system was a priority.
Die Reform im Bildungssystem war eine Priorität.
B2 noun /ˈsɪmptəm/

symptom

Symptom
Meaning
a sign or indication of something, especially of an illness
Example
Fever is a common symptom of the flu.
Fieber ist ein häufiges Symptom der Grippe.
B2 verb /ˌmɪsˈjuːz/

misuse

missbrauch
Meaning
To use something incorrectly or for the wrong purpose.
Example
Misusing social media profiles can harm relationships.
Die missbräuchliche Verwendung von sozialen Medienprofilen kann Beziehungen schädigen.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪv(ə)rəbəl/

unfavorable

ungünstig
Meaning
not beneficial or advantageous; showing disapproval or opposition
Example
The proposal received an unfavorable response from the committee.
Der Vorschlag erhielt eine ungünstige Antwort vom Komitee.
B2 noun /məˈʃiː.nər.i/

machinery

Maschinerie
Meaning
machines collectively, or the parts of a machine; also, the system or process by which something works
Example
The factory invested in new machinery to increase production.
Die Fabrik investierte in neue Maschinen, um die Produktion zu steigern.
B2 verb (phrasal) /ˈpæs ˌɔːf/

pass-off

etwas Falsches als etwas Wahres ausgeben; so tun als ob
Meaning
to present something or someone falsely as something else; to pretend or deceive
Example
He tried to pass off the fake watch as a luxury brand.
Er versuchte, die gefälschte Uhr als Luxusmarke auszugeben.
B2 noun /ˈɑːr.mər/

Armour

Rüstung
Meaning
protective covering worn by soldiers; metal plating for military vehicles
Example
The knight wore heavy armour to protect himself in battle.
Der Ritter trug eine schwere Rüstung, um sich im Kampf zu schützen.
B2 adjective /ˈstɑːrtəld/

startled

erschrocken
Meaning
suddenly shocked or surprised by something unexpected
Example
She was startled by the loud noise outside.
Sie war durch das laute Geräusch draußen erschrocken.
B2 adjective /stiːp/

steep

steil, übermäßig
Meaning
Having a sharp inclination or high slope; also can mean excessive (as in price).
Example
The hikers climbed a steep mountain trail.
Die Wanderer kletterten einen steilen Bergweg hinauf.
B2 noun /ˈmɜːrsi/

Mercy

Gnade
Meaning
Compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is in one's power to punish
Example
The judge showed mercy and gave him a lighter sentence.
Der Richter zeigte Gnade und gab ihm ein milderes Urteil.
B2 noun /ˈkʌm.pəs/

Compass

kompass
Meaning
an instrument for finding direction with a magnetic needle pointing to magnetic north
Example
The hiker used a compass to find the right direction.
Der Wanderer benutzte einen Kompass, um die richtige Richtung zu finden.
B2 verb /ˌkɒn.trəˈdɪkt/

contradict

widersprechen
Meaning
to say or show the opposite of something that has been said or believed
Example
His actions contradict his words.
Seine Handlungen widersprechen seinen Worten.
B2 noun ˌsænɪˈteɪʃən

sanitation

Sanitärversorgung
Meaning
Conditions relating to public health, especially the provision of clean drinking water and adequate sewage disposal.
Example
Good sanitation practices are key to preventing infestations.
Gute Sanitärpraktiken sind der Schlüssel zur Verhinderung von Infestationen.
B2 verb /ˈhʌvər/

hover

in der Luft an einem Ort schweben, ohne sich vorwärts oder rückwärts zu bewegen
Meaning
to remain in the air in one place without moving forward or backward
Example
The helicopter hovered over the city.
Der Hubschrauber schwebte über der Stadt.
B2 noun /ˌæk.jʊˈzeɪ.ʃən/

accusation

Anklage
Meaning
A statement that someone has done something wrong or illegal.
Example
She made an accusation of theft against her colleague.
Sie erhob eine Anklage wegen Diebstahls gegen ihren Kollegen.
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 adjective /ˈsɛntɪɡreɪd/

centigrade

Zentigrad (Celsius)
Meaning
Relating to the Celsius temperature scale, where water freezes at 0° and boils at 100°.
Example
The weather forecast predicted 30 degrees centigrade.
Die Wettervorhersage sagte 30 Grad Celsius voraus.
B2 verb /rɪˈfreɪn/

refrain

verzichten
Meaning
To hold oneself back from doing something.
Example
Please refrain from smoking in this area.
Bitte verzichten Sie darauf, in diesem Bereich zu rauchen.
B2 noun /ˈɒfərɪŋ/

offering

Angebot
Meaning
something that is given, especially as a gift or contribution
Example
The company’s latest offering is an eco-friendly car.
Das neueste Angebot des Unternehmens ist ein umweltfreundliches Auto.
B2 noun /ˈkwɔː.tərz/

Quarters

Unterkunft; Quartiere; Militärunterkunft
Meaning
living accommodation; lodgings; military housing
Example
The soldiers returned to their quarters after the training exercise.
Die Soldaten kehrten nach ihrem Training in ihre Quartiere zurück.
B2 adjective /ˈbʌmpi/

Bumpy

holprig; uneben
Meaning
having an uneven surface; rough; jolting
Example
The bumpy road made the car ride very uncomfortable.
Die holprige Straße machte die Autofahrt sehr unbequem.
B2 noun /proʊˈbeɪʃən/

probation

Probezeit
Meaning
a period of testing or supervision, especially for offenders or new employees
Example
He was placed on probation for six months.
Er wurde für sechs Monate in der Probezeit gesetzt.
B2 noun /ˈbrændɪŋ/

branding

Der Prozess der Schaffung und Förderung einer Marken- oder Unternehmensidentität
Meaning
The process of creating and promoting a brand or company identity.
Example
Effective branding is key to building customer loyalty.
Effektives Branding ist der Schlüssel zur Kundenbindung.
B2 noun wɪnd ˈen.ə.dʒi

wind energy

Windenergie
Meaning
Energy generated from wind using wind turbines to convert kinetic energy into electrical power.
Example
Wind energy is harnessed in Masdar City.
Windenergie wird in Masdar City genutzt.
B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.nər/

liner

Passagierschiff
Meaning
A large ship used for transporting people or goods regularly, or a material used as a lining inside something.
Example
The luxury liner docked at the port yesterday.
Der Luxusliner legte gestern im Hafen an.
B2 noun /ˈspəʊkswɪmən/

spokeswoman

sprecherin frau
Meaning
a woman who speaks on behalf of a group or organization
Example
The spokeswoman for the company announced the new product.
Die sprecherin des unternehmens kündigte das neue produkt an.
B2 adjective /bəˈtænɪkəl/

botanical

botanisch
Meaning
relating to plants or plant life
Example
She works at the botanical garden.
Sie arbeitet im botanischen Garten.
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 noun /dɪˈnaɪ.əl/

Denial

Leugnung
Meaning
the action of declaring something to be untrue; refusal to acknowledge something
Example
His denial of involvement in the scandal was met with skepticism.
Seine Leugnung der Beteiligung an dem Skandal wurde mit Skepsis aufgenommen.
B2 noun /ˈtɛlɪˌskoʊp/

telescope

Teleskop
Meaning
An optical instrument used to make distant objects appear closer and larger by collecting and focusing light.
Example
The astronomer used a telescope to observe the distant planets.
Der Astronom benutzte ein Teleskop, um die entfernten Planeten zu beobachten.
B2 adjective /ˈwɜːldli/

worldly

weltlich
Meaning
Concerned with material values or ordinary life rather than spiritual matters.
Example
He was more interested in worldly success than in spiritual growth.
Er war mehr an weltlichem Erfolg interessiert als an spirituellem Wachstum.
B2 noun /ˈher ˌpɪn/

Hair pin

Haarspange
Meaning
a thin piece of metal or plastic used to hold hair in place
Example
She used several hair pins to secure her elegant updo.
Sie benutzte mehrere Haarspangen, um ihre elegante Hochsteckfrisur zu sichern.
B2 adjective /ˈdʒuːɪʃ/

jewish

Glück
Meaning
relating to Jews or Judaism
Example
They celebrate Jewish festivals every year.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B2 noun ˈhoʊmˌskuː.lɪŋ

homeschooling

Hausunterricht
Meaning
The practice of educating children at home rather than sending them to a school.
Example
Homeschooling allows parents to tailor education to their child's needs.
Homeschooling ermöglicht es Eltern, die Bildung an die Bedürfnisse ihres Kindes anzupassen.
B2 noun /ˈboʊlər/

bowler

Bowler
Meaning
a person who delivers the ball in cricket; also a type of hard felt hat with a rounded crown
Example
The bowler took three wickets in the first over.
Der Bowler nahm drei Wickets im ersten Over.
B2 noun /vɪˈsɪn.ə.ti/

Vicinity

Nachbarschaft; Umgebung
Meaning
the area near or surrounding a particular place; neighborhood
Example
There are many shops in the vicinity of the school.
Es gibt viele Geschäfte in der Nähe der Schule.
B2 noun /ɪnˈspekʃən/

inspection

Inspektion
Meaning
a careful examination of something, especially to check that it is correct or safe
Example
The building passed the safety inspection last week.
Das Gebäude hat die Sicherheitsinspektion letzte Woche bestanden.
B2 verb /ˈfrʌsˌtreɪt/

frustrate

frustrieren
Meaning
to prevent from accomplishing; to make someone feel annoyed
Example
The traffic jam frustrated all the commuters.
Der Verkehrsstau frustrierte alle Pendler.
B2 noun /aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

identification

Identifikation
Meaning
the process of recognizing or proving who or what someone or something is
Example
You need proper identification to enter the building.
Du brauchst eine ordnungsgemäße Identifikation, um das Gebäude zu betreten.
B2 verb /ˈvɒmɪt/

vomit

erbrechen
Meaning
to bring up food from the stomach through the mouth; to be sick
Example
The patient began to vomit after taking the medication.
Der Patient begann zu erbrechen, nachdem er das Medikament eingenommen hatte.
B2 noun /ˌreɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃənz/

regulations

vorschriften
Meaning
Rules or directives made and maintained by an authority.
Example
Strict regulations ensure fair practices.
Strenge Vorschriften sorgen für faire Praktiken.
B2 noun /prəˈpɔːʃən/

proportion

Anteil
Meaning
a part, share, or number considered in comparative relation to a whole
Example
The proportion of students passing the exam was high.
Der Anteil der Studenten, die die Prüfung bestanden haben, war hoch.
B2 noun dʒəˈnet.ɪks

genetics

Genetik
Meaning
The study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics.
Example
Genetics plays a pivotal role in healthcare advancements.
Genetik spielt eine entscheidende Rolle bei den Fortschritten im Gesundheitswesen.