B2 adjective /æpt/

apt

geeignet

Meaning

Appropriate or suitable; having a natural tendency or quick to learn.

Example

She is an apt student who quickly understands new concepts.

Sie ist eine geeignete Schülerin, die neue Konzepte schnell versteht.

B2 adjective /ˈkwestʃənəbl/

Questionable

zweifelhaft

Meaning

doubtful; dubious; suspicious; open to doubt or suspicion

Example

His questionable business practices led to an investigation.

Seine fragwürdigen Geschäftspraktiken führten zu einer Untersuchung.

B2 noun ˈɪnəveɪtɪv tuːlz

innovative tools

innovative Werkzeuge

Meaning

Creative devices or advanced technologies that introduce new methods or approaches to accomplish tasks.

Example

Teachers use innovative tools to enhance classroom learning.

Lehrer verwenden innovative Werkzeuge, um das Lernen im Klassenzimmer zu verbessern.

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 /ˈvɜː.tʃu.əl riˈæl.ɪ.ti/

virtual reality

virtuelle Realität

Meaning

Computer technology that creates an artificial three-dimensional environment where users can feel like they are in a real environment.

Example

Virtual reality (VR) is widely used in gaming and training simulations.

Virtuelle Realität (VR) wird in Spielen und Trainingssimulationen weit verbreitet eingesetzt.

B2 noun /ˌɪmpərˈfɛkʃən/

imperfection

Unvollkommenheit

Meaning

a flaw, defect, or weakness; the state of being imperfect

Example

She accepted her imperfection as part of being human.

Sie akzeptierte ihre Unvollkommenheit als Teil des Menschseins.

B2 noun /ˌkɑn.trəˈdɪk.ʃən/

Contradiction

Widerspruch; Inkohärenz

Meaning

a combination of statements, ideas, or features which are opposed to one another; inconsistency

Example

There was a clear contradiction between his words and his actions.

Es gab einen klaren Widerspruch zwischen seinen Worten und seinen Taten.

B2 verb /sɑːb/

sob

laut weinen

Meaning

to cry noisily while taking short breaths

Example

She began to sob uncontrollably after hearing the news.

Sie begann nach dem Hören der Nachricht unkontrolliert zu schluchzen.

B2 noun /ˈlɒbi/

lobby

Lobby

Meaning

a large open area near the entrance of a building; also a group trying to influence decisions.

Example

We met the manager in the hotel lobby before the meeting.

Wir haben den Manager in der Hotellobby vor dem Meeting getroffen.

B2 noun /ˈmaɪ.ɡrənt/

migrant

Migrant

Meaning

A person who moves from one place to another, especially to find work or better living conditions.

Example

Many migrants travel long distances to find employment.

Viele Migranten reisen weite Strecken, um Arbeit zu finden.

B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌfɪt/

outfit

Outfit

Meaning

A set of clothes worn together, often for a particular occasion.

Example

She wore a beautiful outfit to the party.

Sie trug ein schönes Outfit zur Party.

B2 adverb /ˈstɛdɪli/

steadily

ständig

Meaning

in a regular and continuous way; without stopping or changing

Example

The company's profits have been increasing steadily.

Die Gewinne des Unternehmens steigen ständig.

B2 noun /ˈteɪ.lər/

Tailor

Schneider

Meaning

a person whose job is making and altering clothes

Example

The tailor measured him for a new suit.

Der Schneider hat ihm Maß für einen neuen Anzug genommen.

B2 verb /ˈskrɪbəl/

scribble

kritzeln

Meaning

to write or draw carelessly or quickly

Example

The child scribbled all over the wall.

Das Kind kritzelte überall an der Wand.

B2 verb /prɪˈskrʌɪb/

prescribe

verschreiben

Meaning

to recommend or authorize the use of something, especially medicine

Example

The doctor prescribed medication for my cold.

Der Arzt verschrieb mir Medikamente gegen meine Erkältung.

B2 noun kənˈtrækʃən

contraction

Kontraktion

Meaning

The process of becoming smaller; a decrease in size or quantity.

Example

The economic contraction resulted in a rise in unemployment.

Die wirtschaftliche Kontraktion führte zu einem Anstieg der Arbeitslosigkeit.

B2 verb /soʊk/

soak

durchweichen

Meaning

to make something completely wet by immersing it in liquid

Example

She soaked the clothes in water before washing them.

sie durchnässte die kleidung in wasser, bevor sie sie wusch.

B2 noun /ˈsʌfərɪŋ/

suffering

Leid

Meaning

the state of undergoing pain, distress, or hardship

Example

They tried to relieve his suffering with medicine.

Sie versuchten, sein Leid mit Medikamenten zu lindern.

B2 adjective /ˈwɜːrði/

Worthy

würdig; respektabel; verdienstvoll;

Meaning

deserving respect or attention; having merit

Example

Her charitable work made her worthy of the humanitarian award.

Ihre karitative Arbeit machte sie des humanitären Preises würdig.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈhɛlpfəl/

unhelpful

nicht hilfreich

Meaning

not providing help or support; making a situation harder rather than easier

Example

His unhelpful attitude slowed down the entire project.

Seine nicht hilfreiche Haltung verlangsamte das ganze Projekt.

B2 adjective; verb (past participle) /ˈɒkjʊpaɪd/

occupied

besetzt; belegt

Meaning

being in use or taken; filled or lived in; controlled or held by force

Example

The room is occupied, so please wait outside.

Das Zimmer ist besetzt, bitte warten Sie draußen.

B2 adjective /ˈwɪt.i/

Witty

witzig; klug

Meaning

having or showing quick intelligence; amusing in a clever way

Example

Her witty response to the critic's question impressed the entire audience.

Ihre witzige Antwort auf die Frage des Kritikers beeindruckte das ganze Publikum.

B2 adjective /prɪˈpærəˌtɔːri/

Preparatory

vorbereitend; einführend; als Vorbereitung bestimmt

Meaning

preliminary; introductory; intended as preparation

Example

She attended preparatory classes before the final exam.

Sie nahm vorbereitende Kurse vor der Abschlussprüfung.

B2 noun /kəˈlɪʒ.ən/

Collision

Kollision; Zusammenstoß

Meaning

an instance of one moving object hitting violently against another; a conflict of opposing ideas or interests

Example

The collision between two cars caused a major traffic jam.

Die Kollision zwischen zwei Autos verursachte einen großen Stau.

B2 noun bjʊəˈrɒk.rə.si

bureaucracy

Bürokratie

Meaning

A system of government in which most of the important decisions are made by state officials rather than by elected representatives.

Example

Excessive bureaucracy can slow down decision-making.

Übermäßige Bürokratie kann die Entscheidungsfindung verlangsamen.

B2 verb /reɪl/

rail

sich beschweren

Meaning

to complain or protest strongly about something

Example

He railed against the unfair decision.

Er schimpfte gegen die ungerechte Entscheidung.

B2 verb /ɪnˈroʊl/

enroll

anmelden

Meaning

to officially join or register in a school, course, or organization

Example

He decided to enroll in a computer programming course.

Er entschied sich, sich für einen Computerprogrammierkurs anzumelden.

B2 adjective /rɪˈflektɪv/

Reflective

nachdenklich; besinnlich; in der Lage, Licht oder Bilder zu reflektieren

Meaning

thoughtful; contemplative; able to reflect light or images

Example

After the meeting, he was in a reflective mood.

Nach dem Treffen war er in einer nachdenklichen Stimmung.

B2 adjective /ˌʌnˈnoʊ.tɪst/

Unnoticed

unbemerkt; ignoriert

Meaning

not seen or observed; ignored

Example

His hard work went unnoticed by his manager.

Seine harte Arbeit blieb vom Manager unbeachtet.

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 /ˈfrɪkʃən/

friction

Reibung

Meaning

the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another; conflict or tension between people or groups

Example

There was friction between the two departments over resource allocation.

Es gab Reibung zwischen den beiden Abteilungen bei der Ressourcenzuteilung.

B2 noun /ˈder.ɪŋ/

Daring

Waghalsigkeit; Bereitschaft, Risiken einzugehen

Meaning

adventurous courage; willingness to take risks

Example

The mountain climber's daring impressed everyone at the base camp.

Der Wagemut des Bergsteigers beeindruckte alle im Basislager.

B2 noun /ˈɡlæmər/

glamor

glanz

Meaning

An attractive or exciting quality that makes something or someone appealing.

Example

The glamor of city life attracts many young people.

Der Glanz des Stadtlebens zieht viele junge Menschen an.

B2 noun/verb /swɔːrm/

swarm

Schwarm

Meaning

A large group of insects or people moving together.

Example

A swarm of bees surrounded the tree.

Ein Schwarm Bienen umkreiste den Baum.

B2 noun ˈmaɪnd.set

mindset

Einstellung

Meaning

The established set of attitudes held by someone.

Example

A growth mindset helps individuals embrace challenges.

Eine Wachstumsmentalität hilft Menschen, Herausforderungen zu meistern.

B2 noun /səˈnɛərioʊ/

scenario

mögliche Situation

Meaning

a possible situation or sequence of events

Example

The company prepared for the worst-case scenario.

Das Unternehmen bereitete sich auf das schlimmste Szenario vor.

B2 noun /ˈdʒuː.pɪ.tər/

Jupiter

Jupiter; der Hauptgott der römischen Mythologie

Meaning

the largest planet in our solar system; the chief god of Roman mythology

Example

Jupiter is known for its massive size and distinctive red spot.

Jupiter ist bekannt für seine massive Größe und den markanten roten Fleck.

B2 noun ˈskeə.sɪ.ti

scarcity

knappheit

Meaning

The state of being scarce or in short supply; shortage.

Example

Water scarcity threatens agriculture.

Wasserknappheit bedroht die Landwirtschaft.

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 /ˈʃeɪm.fəl/

Shameful

beschämend; ehrlos; peinlich

Meaning

causing shame; disgraceful; embarrassing

Example

His shameful behavior embarrassed the entire family.

Sein beschämendes Verhalten beschämte die ganze Familie.

B2 verb /klɪŋ/

cling

Glück

Meaning

to hold on tightly to someone or something

Example

The child clung to his mother in fear.

Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.

B2 noun /brɑːnz/

bronze

Bronze

Meaning

a metal made by combining copper and tin, often used for statues and medals

Example

The statue was made of solid bronze.

Die Statue war aus festem Bronze gemacht.

B2 verb /səˈluːt/

salute

grüßen

Meaning

to greet with respect; to honor

Example

The soldiers saluted their commanding officer.

Die Soldaten grüßten ihren Kommandeur.

B2 noun /dɪˈnɒmɪˌneɪtər/

denominator

Nenner

Meaning

the number below the line in a fraction; a common factor in a situation

Example

In the fraction 3/4, the number 4 is the denominator.

Im Bruch 3/4 ist die Zahl 4 der Nenner.

B2 noun /prækˈtɪʃ.ən.ər/

practitioner

Praktiker

Meaning

a person actively engaged in a profession, especially medicine or law

Example

She is a skilled medical practitioner.

Sie ist eine qualifizierte medizinische Praktikerin.

B2 noun /ˈspəʊkspɜːrsən/

spokesperson

Sprecher

Meaning

a person who speaks on behalf of others or an organization

Example

The spokesperson addressed the press conference on behalf of the company.

Der Sprecher hielt die Pressekonferenz im Namen des Unternehmens.

B2 adjective /væst/

Vast

riesig; weit; umfangreich

Meaning

extremely large in size, amount, or extent; immense

Example

The vast ocean stretched endlessly to the horizon.

Der weite Ozean dehnte sich bis zum Horizont aus.

B2 noun /θɛft/

theft

diebstahl

Meaning

the action or crime of stealing

Example

The theft of his wallet was reported to the police.

Der Diebstahl seiner Brieftasche wurde der Polizei gemeldet.

B2 verb /pəˈreɪd/

parade

paradieren, zur Schau stellen

Meaning

to march in a procession; to display publicly; to show off

Example

The soldiers paraded through the streets on Independence Day.

Die Soldaten paradeten durch die Straßen am Unabhängigkeitstag.

B2 noun /ˈdʒiː.ni.əs/

Genius

Genie

Meaning

exceptional intellectual or creative power or other natural ability; a person who has such ability

Example

Einstein was recognized as a genius for his groundbreaking contributions to physics.

Einstein wurde als Genie für seine bahnbrechenden Beiträge zur Physik anerkannt.

B2 noun ˈprɒs.pekt

prospect

Aussicht

Meaning

The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.

Example

The project's success holds great prospect for the economy.

Der Erfolg des Projekts bietet eine große Aussicht für die Wirtschaft.

B2 noun /ˈθiːərɪst/

theorist

Theoretiker

Meaning

A person who develops, studies, or explains theories in a particular field.

Example

The political theorist explained the impact of democracy on social structures.

Der politische Theoretiker erklärte die Auswirkungen der Demokratie auf soziale Strukturen.

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 /məˌnɪp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

manipulation

Manipulation

Meaning

The action of manipulating someone or something in a skillful manner; handling or controlling in a subtle, unfair, or unscrupulous way.

Example

Media manipulation influences public opinion.

Medienmanipulation beeinflusst die öffentliche Meinung.

B2 verb /dɪsˈkʌrɪdʒ/

discourage

entmutigen

Meaning

to make someone less confident or enthusiastic about doing something

Example

Failure should not discourage you from trying again.

Scheitern sollte dich nicht davon abhalten, es noch einmal zu versuchen.

B2 noun /ˌfæs.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Fascination

Faszination; Anziehung; Staunen

Meaning

the power to fascinate someone; the state of being intensely interested

Example

Her fascination with ancient history led her to become an archaeologist.

Ihre Faszination für die alte Geschichte führte sie dazu, Archäologin zu werden.

B2 preposition /kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/

concerning

bezüglich

Meaning

about or relating to something; causing worry or anxiety

Example

There are some reports concerning the new project.

Es gibt einige Berichte bezüglich des neuen Projekts.

B2 noun /ˈmæt.rəs/

Mattress

Matratze

Meaning

a large rectangular pad for supporting the reclining body, used as or on a bed

Example

We bought a new mattress for our bedroom.

Wir haben eine neue Matratze für unser Schlafzimmer gekauft.

B2 noun /wɔːmθ/

warmth

Wärme

Meaning

the quality or state of being warm in temperature or feeling

Example

She felt the warmth of the sun on her face.

Sie spürte die Wärme der Sonne auf ihrem Gesicht.

B2 noun, verb /ˈplɑːstər/

plaster

Putz, reparieren

Meaning

a soft mixture applied to walls or used to cover wounds; or to cover or coat with plaster

Example

The workers plastered the walls to make them smooth.

Die Arbeiter verputzten die Wände, um sie glatt zu machen.

B2 noun /kəˈrɪz.mə/

charisma

Charisma

Meaning

Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.

Example

His charisma helped him become a great leader.

Sein Charisma half ihm, ein großartiger Führer zu werden.

B2 adjective ɪkˈsep.ʃən.əl

exceptional

außergewöhnlich

Meaning

Unusually good; outstanding; forming an exception; not typical.

Meaning

extremely cruel or harsh; violent and without feeling

Example

The dictator’s rule was marked by brutal violence.

Die Herrschaft des Diktators war von brutaler Gewalt geprägt.

B2 verb ɪnˈhɑːnst

enhanced

verbessert

Meaning

Intensify, increase, or further improve the quality, value, or extent of something.

Example

Enhanced strategies improve outcomes.

Verbesserte Strategien verbessern die Ergebnisse.

B2 adjective /ˈdɛntəl/

dental

zahnmedizinisch

Meaning

relating to teeth or dentistry

Example

She goes for a dental checkup every six months.

Sie geht alle sechs Monate zur zahnmedizinischen Untersuchung.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/

intensive

intensiv

Meaning

Involving a lot of effort, energy, or concentration in a short period of time.

Example

She attended an intensive English course before moving abroad.

Sie besuchte einen intensiven Englischkurs, bevor sie ins Ausland zog.

B2 noun /fɪɡ/

Fig

feige

Meaning

a soft sweet fruit that is purple or green on the outside and has many small seeds

Example

The fig tree in our backyard produces delicious fruits every summer.

Der Feigenbaum in unserem Garten produziert jeden Sommer köstliche Früchte.

B2 adjective /kəmˈpoʊzd/

composed

ruhig

Meaning

calm and in control of oneself; made up of or formed from

Example

He remained composed even under pressure.

Er blieb ruhig, auch unter Druck.

B2 noun ˈmoʊ.baɪl sɪˈkjʊr.ə.ti

mobile security

mobile Sicherheit

Meaning

Protection of mobile devices and the data stored on them from security threats.

Example

Strong mobile security protects personal information.

Starke mobile Sicherheit schützt persönliche Informationen.

B2 noun /ˈdrɔː.bæk/

Drawback

Nachteil; Problem; Mangel

Meaning

a feature that renders something less acceptable; a disadvantage or problem

Example

The main drawback of living in the city is the high cost of housing.

Der Hauptnachteil des Lebens in der Stadt ist die hohe Wohnungskosten.

B2 adjective /ˌsaɪkiˈætrɪk/

psychiatric

psychiatrisch

Meaning

relating to mental illness or its treatment

Example

The psychiatric hospital provides care for those with severe conditions.

Das psychiatrische Krankenhaus bietet Pflege für Menschen mit schweren Erkrankungen.

B2 noun /ræntʃ/

ranch

Rinderfarm

Meaning

a large farm where animals such as cattle or sheep are raised

Example

They own a huge cattle ranch in Texas.

Sie besitzen eine riesige Rinderfarm in Texas.

B2 adjective /ˈkwɑː.lɪ.teɪ.tɪv/

Qualitative

qualitativ

Meaning

relating to quality or character rather than quantity; descriptive rather than numerical

Example

The research focuses on qualitative analysis rather than numbers.

Die Forschung konzentriert sich auf qualitative Analyse statt auf Zahlen.

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 /ɪnˈhæbɪtənt/

inhabitant

Einwohner

Meaning

a person or animal that lives in a particular place

Example

The inhabitants of the village rely on farming for their livelihood.

Die Einwohner des Dorfes sind auf die Landwirtschaft angewiesen, um ihren Lebensunterhalt zu sichern.

B2 noun, verb /steɪk/

stake

Beteiligung, Risiko

Meaning

A share or interest in a business or venture; to risk or support something of value.

Example

He has a major stake in the new company.

Er hat einen großen Anteil an der neuen Firma.

B2 adjective /ˌpeɪ.triˈɑː.tɪk/

Patriotic

patriotisch

Meaning

showing love for one's country

Example

The patriotic citizens celebrated Independence Day with great enthusiasm.

Die patriotischen Bürger feierten den Unabhängigkeitstag mit großer Begeisterung.

B2 verb /ɪnˈsɜːrt/

insert

einsetzen

Meaning

to put or place something into something else

Example

Please insert the key into the lock.

bitte stecken Sie den Schlüssel in das Schloss.

B2 verb /soʊ/

sow

säen

Meaning

to plant seeds in the ground; to scatter seeds for growing

Example

The farmer will sow wheat seeds in the field tomorrow.

Der Bauer wird morgen Weizenkörner auf dem Feld säen.

B2 adjective /ˈmɛʒərd/

measured

gemessen

Meaning

carefully considered and deliberate

Example

She spoke in a calm, measured tone.

Sie sprach in einem ruhigen, gemessenen Ton.

B2 noun /ɪˈliːt/ or /eɪˈliːt/

elite

Elite

Meaning

A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities.

Example

Only the elite were invited to the exclusive event.

Nur die Elite wurde zu der exklusiven Veranstaltung eingeladen.

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 /den/

Den

Höhle; gemütlicher Raum; Ort für illegale Aktivitäten

Meaning

a wild animal's lair or home; a small, comfortable room; a place for illegal activities

Example

The fox disappeared into its den when it sensed danger approaching.

Der Fuchs verschwand in seiner Höhle, als er Gefahr nahen fühlte.

B2 noun /ˈtiːmmeɪt/

teammate

Teamkollege

Meaning

a member of the same team

Example

He congratulated his teammate after scoring the goal.

Er gratulierte seinem Teamkollegen nach dem Tor.

B2 noun /ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl ˈmuːvmənt/

environmental movement

Umweltschutzbewegung

Meaning

A social or political movement aimed at protecting the environment and promoting sustainable practices through advocacy, education, and policy changes.

Example

The environmental movement focuses on reducing pollution and protecting ecosystems.

Die Umweltschutzbewegung konzentriert sich auf die Reduzierung der Verschmutzung und den Schutz von Ökosystemen.

B2 noun /ˈwɪzərd/

Wizard

Zauberer

Meaning

a man who is supposed to have magical powers; a person who is very skilled in a particular area

Example

The wizard performed amazing magic tricks.

Der Zauberer führte erstaunliche Zaubertricks vor.

B2 noun /ˈkaʊntərˌpɑːrt/

counterpart

Gegenstück

Meaning

a person or thing that corresponds to or has the same function as another

Example

The CEO met with his counterpart in the partner company.

Der CEO traf sich mit seinem Gegenstück im Partnerunternehmen.

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 adjective /ˈkæθəlɪk/

catholic

katholisch

Meaning

Including a wide variety; all-embracing; relating to the Roman Catholic Church.

Example

She has catholic tastes in music, enjoying everything from jazz to opera.

Sie hat katholische Vorlieben in der Musik und genießt alles, von Jazz bis Oper.

B2 noun /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərər/

manufacturer

Hersteller

Meaning

A person or company that makes goods in large quantities.

Example

The manufacturer produces cars for the global market.

Der Hersteller produziert Autos für den globalen Markt.

B2 noun /ˌveəriˈeɪʃən/

Variation

Variation; Veränderung; Unterschied in Zustand oder Menge

Meaning

a change or difference in condition, amount, or level; a different or distinct form or version of something

Example

There was a significant variation in temperature throughout the day.

Es gab eine signifikante Variation der Temperatur im Laufe des Tages.

B2 adjective sɪˈvɪər

severe

schwerwiegend

Meaning

Very great; intense or extreme in degree.

Example

Without action, climate change impacts will become severe.

Ohne Maßnahmen werden die Auswirkungen des Klimawandels schwerwiegender.

B2 noun /kəˈroʊnə/

corona

eine Krone oder eine kranzähnliche Struktur; bezieht sich auch auf die äußere Atmosphäre der Sonne

Meaning

a crown or crown-like structure; also refers to the outer atmosphere of the sun

Example

The sun's corona was visible during the total solar eclipse.

Die Korona der Sonne war während der totalen Sonnenfinsternis sichtbar.

B2 adverb /ˈskɪl.fəl.i/

Skilfully/US: Skillfully

geschickt

Meaning

in a way that shows ability and training; expertly

Example

She skilfully painted the portrait in just two hours.

Sie malte das Porträt geschickt in nur zwei Stunden.

B2 noun /ˈsɪnθɪsɪs/

synthesis

Synthese, Kombination

Meaning

The combination of ideas to form a theory or system.

Example

The synthesis of ideas from multiple perspectives led to innovation.

Die Synthese von Ideen aus mehreren Perspektiven führte zu Innovation.

B2 verb ˈel.ɪ.veɪt

elevate

erhöhen, anheben, auf ein höheres oder beeindruckenderes Niveau anheben

Meaning

To lift to a higher position; to raise to a more important or impressive level.

Example

Good leadership can elevate team performance.

Gute Führung kann die Teamleistung erhöhen.

B2 adjective /ˈkjuːbən/

cuban

kubanisch

Meaning

relating to Cuba, its people, or its culture

Example

We enjoyed delicious Cuban coffee at the café.

Wir haben einen köstlichen kubanischen Kaffee im Café genossen.

B2 noun /ˌdel.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

delegation

Delegation

Meaning

A group of people chosen to represent others in negotiations or discussions.

Example

The delegation presented their country's agenda.

Die Delegation präsentierte die Agenda ihres Landes.

B2 verb /ˈtɛrəˌfaɪ/

terrify

erschrecken

Meaning

To cause someone to feel extreme fear.

Example

The loud thunder terrified the children.

Der laute Donner hat die Kinder erschreckt.

B2 verb, noun, adjective /ˈɔːltərnət/ (adj, noun), /ˈɔːltərˌneɪt/ (verb)

alternate

wechseln, alternativ

Meaning

to occur in turn repeatedly; to take turns; also, a substitute or replacement

Example

The students alternate between online and offline classes.

Die Studenten wechseln sich zwischen Online- und Offline-Kursen ab.

B2 adjective /ˈbraʊn.ɪʃ/

Brownish

bräunlich

Meaning

having a color somewhat like brown; tending toward brown

Example

The old paper had a brownish tint from age.

Das alte Papier hatte einen bräunlichen Schimmer aufgrund des Alters.

B2 noun /ˈfɪŋ.ɡər.prɪnt/

Fingerprint

Fingerabdruck

Meaning

an impression or mark made on a surface by a person's fingertip; unique identification pattern

Example

The police found his fingerprints on the door handle at the crime scene.

Die Polizei fand seine Fingerabdrücke am Türgriff am Tatort.

B2 noun /ˈwɜːk.fləʊ/

workflow

Arbeitsablauf, Prozessabfolge

Meaning

The sequence of processes through which a piece of work passes from initiation to completion.

Example

A well-structured workflow enhances productivity.

Ein gut strukturierter Arbeitsablauf steigert die Produktivität.

B2 noun /pʌls/

Pulse

Hülsenfrucht

Meaning

edible seeds of leguminous plants such as lentils, beans, and peas

Example

Pulses are an excellent source of protein for vegetarians.

Hülsenfrüchte sind eine ausgezeichnete Proteinquelle für Vegetarier.

B2 noun/verb /ˈbrækɪt/

bracket

Metallhalterung

Meaning

A support attached to a wall for holding something; also, to group things together.

Example

The shelf was held up by a strong metal bracket.

Das Regal wurde von einer starken Metallhalterung gehalten.

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 adjective /səkˈsɛsɪv/

Successive

erfolgreich; aufeinanderfolgend

Meaning

following one after the other in order; consecutive

Example

The team won three successive matches.

Das Team gewann drei aufeinanderfolgende Spiele.

B2 verb, noun /stɔːl/

stall

anhalten, Stand

Meaning

to stop or cause to stop temporarily; a small shop or stand

Example

The car stalled on the way to the office.

Das Auto hielt auf dem Weg zum Büro an.

B2 adjective ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡreɪ.tɪd

integrated

integriert

Meaning

Combining or coordinating separate elements so as to provide a harmonious, interrelated whole.

Example

Integrated systems optimize efficiency.

Integrierte Systeme optimieren die Effizienz.

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 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 /ˈpes.ə.mɪst/

Pessimist

pessimist

Meaning

a person who tends to see the worst aspect of things or believes that the worst will happen; someone who lacks hope or confidence in the future

Example

Being a pessimist, he always expected the worst outcome.

Als Pessimist erwartete er immer das schlimmste Ergebnis.

B2 noun /ˈsɛm.ɪ.nɑːr/

seminar

Seminar

Meaning

A meeting for discussion or training, especially in an academic setting.

Example

The professor invited all students to attend the seminar on climate change.

Der Professor lud alle Studenten ein, am Seminar über den Klimawandel teilzunehmen.

B2 noun /ˈkɑːmpaʊnd/

compound

Verbindung / eingezäuntes Gebiet

Meaning

a thing that is composed of two or more separate elements; an enclosed area with buildings

Example

The scientist studied the chemical compound in the lab.

Der Wissenschaftler studierte die chemische Verbindung im Labor.