B2 noun /ˈeɪlmənt/

ailment

Beschwerde

Meaning

An illness, typically a minor one.

Example

He went to the doctor for a minor stomach ailment.

Er ging zum Arzt wegen einer leichten Magenbeschwerde.

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.

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 noun ˌæd.æpˈteɪ.ʃən

adaptation

Anpassung

Meaning

The action or process of adapting or being adapted.

Example

Adaptation to climate change is critical for resilience.

Die Anpassung an den Klimawandel ist entscheidend für die Widerstandsfähigkeit.

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; verb (past/participle) /əˈʃʊrd/

assured

sicher; selbstbewusst

Meaning

confident and certain; guaranteed or made certain

Example

She felt assured that everything would work out.

Sie war sicher, dass alles gut ausgehen würde.

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 adjective /əˈɡriːəbl/

Agreeable

angenehm; angenehm; erfreulich; bereit zuzustimmen

Meaning

pleasant; enjoyable; delightful; willing to agree

Example

The weather is very agreeable today.

Das Wetter ist heute sehr angenehm.

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 noun əˈmendmənt

amendment

Änderung

Meaning

A minor change in a document.

Example

The amendment was not supported.

Die Änderung wurde nicht unterstützt.

B2 verb /ˈænəlaɪz/

analyze

analysieren

Meaning

to examine something in detail to understand it better or draw conclusions

Example

Scientists analyze data to discover new patterns.

Wissenschaftler analysieren Daten, um neue Muster zu entdecken.

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 adjective /əˈsɪdɪk/

acidic

sauer

Meaning

containing acid; having a sour taste; sharp or biting in tone

Example

The lemon has an acidic taste that makes your mouth pucker.

Die Zitrone schmeckt sauer.

B2 noun, verb /ˈædɪkt/ (noun), /əˈdɪkt/ (verb)

addict

süchtig

Meaning

a person who is unable to stop using a harmful substance or doing something harmful; to cause someone to become dependent on something

Example

He is a video game addict who spends hours playing every day.

Er ist ein Videospiel-Süchtiger, der jeden Tag Stunden spielt.

B2 noun /ˈɑːr.tɪ.zən/

Artison

Handwerker

Meaning

a skilled craftsperson who makes things by hand

Example

The artisan created a beautiful wooden sculpture.

Der Handwerker schuf eine wunderschöne Holzskulptur.

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 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 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 /ˈæktɪveɪt/

activate

aktivieren

Meaning

to make something start or function

Example

She pressed the button to activate the machine.

Sie drückte den Knopf, um die Maschine zu aktivieren.

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 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 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 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 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 noun /əˈtɒm.ɪk ˈhæb.ɪts/

atomic habits

atomare gewohnheiten

Meaning

Small but powerful habits that can bring big changes over time

Example

Developing atomic habits leads to long-term success.

Die Entwicklung atomarer Gewohnheiten führt zu langfristigem Erfolg.

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.

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 noun /ɑːrˈkeɪd/

arcade

Spielhalle

Meaning

a covered passage with arches along one or both sides; also a place with coin-operated games

Example

The children spent the afternoon playing games at the arcade.

Die Kinder verbrachten den Nachmittag im Spielhallen.

B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/

allocation

Zuteilung

Meaning

The action or process of distributing resources or duties for a particular purpose.

Example

Budget allocation for education must be increased.

Die Budgetzuteilung für Bildung muss erhöht werden.

B2 verb /əˈvɜːrt/

avert

verhindern

Meaning

to prevent something bad from happening or to turn away one's eyes or thoughts

Example

Quick action helped avert a disaster.

Schnelles Handeln half, eine Katastrophe abzuwenden.

B2 verb /ˈɔːltər/

alter

ändern

Meaning

to change or modify something slightly but significantly

Example

She decided to alter her dress to make it fit better.

Sie entschied sich, ihr Kleid zu ändern, damit es besser passt.

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 noun /əˈtɜːrni/

attorney

anwalt

Meaning

a person who practices law; a lawyer

Example

She hired an attorney to represent her in court.

Sie hat einen Anwalt engagiert, um sie vor Gericht zu vertreten.

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 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 ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənt

antioxidant

Antioxidans

Meaning

A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage by neutralizing free radicals.

Example

Green tea contains powerful antioxidants that slow aging.

Grüner Tee enthält starke Antioxidantien, die die Alterung verlangsamen.

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 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 /əkˈsɛsəri/

accessory

Zubehör; Person, die bei der Begehung eines Verbrechens hilft

Meaning

a thing which can be added to something else to make it more useful, versatile, or attractive; a person who assists in committing a crime

Example

She bought some stylish accessories for her new phone.

Sie kaufte einige stilvolle Accessoires für ihr neues Handy.

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 verb /əˈstaʊnd/

astound

verblüffen

Meaning

to greatly surprise or amaze someone

Example

The magician's final trick astounded the audience.

Der letzte Trick des Zauberers verblüffte das Publikum.

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 /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 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 /əˈnɒn.ɪ.məs/

Anonymous

anonym; ohne Namen

Meaning

having an unknown name or identity; nameless

Example

The author published the book under an anonymous pseudonym.

Der Autor veröffentlichte das Buch unter einem anonymen Pseudonym.

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 /ˈæktɪvɪst/

activist

Aktivist

Meaning

A person who works to bring about social or political change.

Example

The activist organized a protest against pollution.

Der Aktivist organisierte eine Protestaktion gegen die Umweltverschmutzung.

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 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 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 adjective /ˌæksɪˈdɛntl/

accidental

unbeabsichtigt

Meaning

happening by chance, unintentionally

Example

The fire was caused by an accidental spark.

Das Feuer wurde durch einen unbeabsichtigten Funken verursacht.

B2 verb /əˈkʌmplɪʃ/

accomplish

erreichen

Meaning

to achieve or complete successfully

Example

She managed to accomplish all her goals for the year.

Sie hat es geschafft, alle ihre Ziele für das Jahr zu erreichen.

B2 verb /əˈweɪkən/

awaken

wecken

Meaning

to stop sleeping; to cause to become aware

Example

The loud noise awakened the entire neighborhood.

Der laute Lärm weckte die ganze Nachbarschaft.

B2 verb /ˈælaɪ/

ally

verbünden

Meaning

To unite or form a connection or partnership with another person, group, or nation.

Example

The two countries decided to ally against their common enemy.

Die beiden Länder beschlossen, sich gegen ihren gemeinsamen Feind zu verbünden.

B2 adverb /əˈproʊpriətli/

appropriately

angemessen

Meaning

in a way that is suitable or proper for a particular situation

Example

She was dressed appropriately for the event.

Sie war für die Veranstaltung angemessen gekleidet.

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.

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 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.

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 /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 verb /əˈweɪt/

await

warten

Meaning

to wait for someone or something; to expect

Example

We await your response with great anticipation.

Wir erwarten deine Antwort mit großer Vorfreude.

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 verb /əˈplɔːd/

applaud

applaudieren

Meaning

to show approval by clapping or expressing admiration

Example

The audience applauded the performance.

Das Publikum applaudierte der Aufführung.

B2 verb /ænˈtɪsɪˌpeɪt/

anticipate

erwarten

Meaning

to expect or look forward to something; to realize or foresee in advance

Example

We anticipate a large crowd at the event.

Wir erwarten eine große Menschenmenge bei der Veranstaltung.

B2 noun /ˈæltɪtuːd/

altitude

höhe

Meaning

the height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level

Example

The airplane is flying at an altitude of 30,000 feet.

Das Flugzeug fliegt in einer Höhe von 30.000 Fuß.

B2 verb /əˈbɒlɪʃ/

abolish

abschaffen

Meaning

to formally end or stop something; to cancel or eliminate completely

Example

The government decided to abolish the old tax system.

Die Regierung entschied sich, das alte Steuersystem abzuschaffen.

B2 verb /ˈæɡ.rə.veɪt/

aggravate

verschlimmern

Meaning

To make a situation worse or more serious.

Example

Scratching the rash will only aggravate the condition.

Das Kratzen des Ausschlags wird den Zustand nur verschlimmern.

B2 adjective /əˈdʒʌstəbəl/

Adjustable

verstellbar; anpassbar; justierbar;

Meaning

নিয়মযোগ্য; পরিবর্তন-সাধ্য; সমন্বয়যোগ্য;

Example

This chair has an adjustable height feature.

Dieser Stuhl hat eine verstellbare Höhe.

B2 noun ˈænsɛstərz

Ancestors

Vorfahren

Meaning

A person from whom one is descended; a forefather.

Example

The family tree shows the names of all ancestors.

Der Stammbaum zeigt die Namen aller Vorfahren.

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 adjective + noun ˈædvɜːrs ɪˈfekts

adverse effects

negative Auswirkungen

Meaning

Negative or harmful impacts that result from an action or condition.

Example

Plastic usage has adverse effects on the environment.

Die Nutzung von Plastik hat negative Auswirkungen auf die Umwelt.

B2 verb /əˈteɪn/

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 /ˌærɪˈstɑːkrəsi/

aristocracy

aristokratie

Meaning

a class of people holding exceptional rank and privileges, especially hereditary nobility

Example

The aristocracy often had influence over political decisions.

Die Aristokratie hatte oft Einfluss auf politische Entscheidungen.

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 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 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 noun /əˈnælədʒi/

analogy

Analogie

Meaning

A comparison between two things for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

Example

The teacher used the analogy of a tree to explain the structure of an essay.

Der Lehrer verwendete die Analogie eines Baumes, um die Struktur eines Aufsatzes zu erklären.

B2 adverb /əˈtræktɪvli/

attractively

ansprechend

Meaning

in a pleasing or appealing way; in a manner that draws interest or admiration

Example

The room was attractively decorated with soft lights and plants.

Der Raum war ansprechend mit sanftem Licht und Pflanzen dekoriert.

B2 noun əˈmend.mənts

amendments

Änderungen

Meaning

Changes or additions made to improve a text, law, or constitution.

Example

Amendments reflect evolving public needs.

Änderungen spiegeln die sich entwickelnden öffentlichen Bedürfnisse wider.

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 /əˈkʌmpəni/

accompany

begleiten

Meaning

to go somewhere with someone as a companion or escort

Example

She asked her friend to accompany her to the concert.

Sie bat ihre Freundin, sie zum Konzert zu begleiten.

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 /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 verb /əˈstɒnɪʃ/

astonish

erstaunen

Meaning

to surprise someone greatly; to fill with sudden wonder or amazement

Example

The magician’s final trick astonished the entire audience.

Der letzte Trick des Zauberers erstaunte das ganze Publikum.

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 adjective ˌæɡ.rɪˈkʌl.tʃər.əl

agricultural

agrarisch

Meaning

Connected with farming.

Example

Agricultural advancements enhance food security.

Agrarische Fortschritte verbessern die Ernährungssicherheit.

B2 adjective /əˈlaɪd/

Allied

verbündet; assoziiert; verbunden

Meaning

joined by agreement or treaty; associated; connected

Example

The allied forces worked together during the war.

Die alliierten Truppen arbeiteten während des Krieges zusammen.

B2 noun ɔːˈtɒnəmi

autonomy

Autonomie

Meaning

The right or condition of self-government; freedom from external control or influence.

Example

Autonomy was a primary demand.

Autonomie war eine Hauptforderung.

B2 adjective /ˈɑːrbɪˌtrɛri/

arbitrary

willkürlich

Meaning

based on random choice or personal whim, rather than reason or system

Example

The teacher's arbitrary grading upset many students.

Die willkürliche Benotung des Lehrers verärgerte viele Schüler.

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.

B2 noun, verb /ˈædvɜːrt/

Meaning

Sudden or unexpected, often without warning.

Example

The car came to an abrupt stop in the middle of the road.

Das Auto kam mitten auf der Straße abrupt zum Stillstand.

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 (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 /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 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 /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 /əˈmɛnətiz/

amenities

Annehmlichkeiten

Meaning

useful or pleasant facilities and services provided for comfort or convenience

Example

The hotel offers modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi and a swimming pool.

Das Hotel bietet moderne Annehmlichkeiten wie kostenloses WLAN und einen Pool.

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 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 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 /ˈænsestri/

ancestry

ahnenreihe

Meaning

one’s family origins or lineage

Example

He is proud of his royal ancestry.

Er ist stolz auf seine königliche Ahnenreihe.

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/verb /eɪp/

ape

ein großer Primat, der einem Affen ähnelt / nachahmen

Meaning

a large primate similar to a monkey but without a tail; as a verb, to imitate or mimic

Example

Children often ape the behavior of adults.

Kinder ahmen oft das Verhalten von Erwachsenen nach.

B2 noun əˌpriː.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən

appreciation

Wertsteigerung

Meaning

An increase in the value of an asset over time.

Example

Real estate properties often experience appreciation over time.

Immobilienwerte erfahren oft eine Wertsteigerung im Laufe der Zeit.

B2 adjective ˌæn.tiˌdɪs.krɪˈmɪn.eɪ.ʃən

anti-discrimination

anti-diskriminierend

Meaning

Opposed to or working against discrimination; promoting equal treatment regardless of differences.

Example

The anti-discrimination movement was groundbreaking.

Die anti-diskriminierende Bewegung war bahnbrechend.

B2 adjective /əˈkuːstɪk/

acoustic

akustisch

Meaning

relating to sound or the sense of hearing; not amplified by electrical means

Example

We recorded an acoustic version of the song in a quiet room.

Wir nahmen eine akustische Version des Songs in einem ruhigen Raum auf.

B2 noun əˈʃɔː.rəns

assurance

Versicherung

Meaning

A positive declaration intended to give confidence; a promise.

Example

Assurance of quality is a priority for the council.

Die Qualitätssicherung hat für den Rat oberste Priorität.

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 /əˈstɒnɪʃmənt/

astonishment

Erstaunen

Meaning

Great surprise or amazement.

Example

She looked at the magician with astonishment.

Sie schaute den Magier mit Erstaunen an.

B2 adjective /ˈænɪmeɪtɪd/

animated

animiert

Meaning

Full of life or excitement; made using animation techniques.

Example

The animated film was loved by children and adults alike.

Der animierte Film wurde von Kindern und Erwachsenen gleichermaßen geliebt.

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.

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.