B2 verb /ˈɔːθəraɪz/

authorize

autorisieren

Meaning

to give official permission or approval for something

Example

The manager will authorize the payment tomorrow.

Der Manager wird die Zahlung morgen autorisieren.

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 verb /əˈsend/

ascend

aufsteigen

Meaning

to go up or climb to a higher position; to rise

Example

The climbers will ascend the mountain at dawn.

Die Kletterer werden den Berg bei Dämmerung aufsteigen.

B2 noun /əˈkɔːrdəns/

accordance

Übereinstimmung

Meaning

agreement or harmony with something; compliance with rules, laws, or wishes

Example

The policy was implemented in accordance with international law.

Die Politik wurde in Übereinstimmung mit dem internationalen Recht umgesetzt.

B2 adjective /əˈfekʃənət/

Affectionate

zärtlich; liebevoll; fürsorglich; zuneigung zeigend

Meaning

loving; caring; tender; showing affection

Example

She is very affectionate towards her children.

Sie ist sehr fürsorglich gegenüber ihren Kindern.

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 /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 /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 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 /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 /ˈæl.oʊ ˈvɪər.ə/

Aloe Vera

Meaning

a succulent plant with thick fleshy leaves and medicinal properties; produces tubular flowers

Example

The aloe vera plant blooms with orange or yellow tubular flowers.

Die Aloe-Vera-Pflanze blüht mit orangefarbenen oder gelben röhrenförmigen Blumen.

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 /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 /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 adjective /əˈkjuːt/

acute

akut

Meaning

present or experienced to a severe or intense degree; having sharp perception

Example

The patient suffered from acute pain after the surgery.

Der Patient litt nach der Operation unter akuten Schmerzen.

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 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 /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 /əˈbjuːs/

Abuse

Missbrauch; Gewaltanwendung;

Meaning

cruel and violent treatment; improper use of something

Example

The abuse of power led to his resignation.

Der Missbrauch von Macht führte zu seinem Rücktritt.

B2 adverb /ˈæk.jə.rət.li/

Accurately

genau, ohne Fehler, korrekt

Meaning

in an exact way, without any mistakes; precisely; correctly

Example

She accurately predicted the outcome of the election.

Sie sagte das Ergebnis der Wahl genau voraus.

B2 adjective /əˈbʌndənt/

abundant

reichlich

Meaning

existing or available in large quantities; plentiful

Example

The garden was abundant with colorful flowers.

Der Garten war voller bunter Blumen.

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 noun /əˌveɪləˈbɪləti/

availability

verfügbarkeit

Meaning

the state of being able to be used or obtained

Example

The availability of clean water is crucial for health.

Die Verfügbarkeit von sauberem Wasser ist entscheidend für die Gesundheit.

B2 noun /əˈstrɒlədʒi/

astrology

astrologie

Meaning

the study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs

Example

She studied astrology to understand her future.

Sie studierte Astrologie, um ihre Zukunft zu verstehen.

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 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 /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 /ˈɔːdɪt/

audit

prüfen

Meaning

to examine and verify financial records or accounts officially

Example

The accountant will audit the company's books next month.

Der Buchhalter wird nächsten Monat die Bücher des Unternehmens prüfen.

B2 noun əˈbʌndəns

abundance

Fülle

Meaning

A very large quantity of something; plenty

Example

The abundance of vegetables in winter is remarkable.

Die Fülle an Gemüse im Winter ist bemerkenswert.

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 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 verb /əˈraɪz/

arise

auftauchen

Meaning

to begin to exist or to happen

Example

Problems may arise if you don't plan ahead.

Probleme können auftreten, wenn Sie nicht im Voraus planen.

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 adjective /əˈkaʊntəbl/

accountable

verantwortlich

Meaning

Required or expected to justify actions or decisions; responsible.

Example

Staying accountable helps reduce delays.

Verantwortlich bleiben hilft, Verzögerungen zu reduzieren.

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 adjective /əkˈsel.ə.reɪ.tɪd/

accelerated

beschleunigt

Meaning

Happening or developing faster than usual.

Example

The project progressed at an accelerated pace.

Das Projekt schritt mit beschleunigtem Tempo voran.

B2 adjective + noun æmˈbɪʃəs ɪnˈdevər

ambitious endeavor

ambitioniertes Unterfangen

Meaning

A bold and determined attempt to achieve something challenging.

Example

Artemis is an ambitious endeavor in space exploration.

Artemis ist ein ambitioniertes Unterfangen in der Weltraumforschung.

B2 noun /ˈæftərˌlaɪf/

afterlife

Jenseits

Meaning

Life or existence that some believe continues after physical death.

Example

Many cultures have different beliefs about the afterlife.

Viele Kulturen haben verschiedene Vorstellungen vom Jenseits.

B2 verb /əbˈzɔːrb/

absorb

absorbieren

Meaning

to take in or soak up a liquid, energy, or information

Example

The sponge absorbed all the water.

Der Schwamm hat alles Wasser absorbiert.

B2 noun /ˈædvərtaɪzər/

advertiser

Werbetreibender

Meaning

a person or company that advertises a product, service, or event

Example

The advertiser paid millions for a Super Bowl commercial spot.

Der Werbetreibende zahlte Millionen für einen Super-Bowl-Werbespot.

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 /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 verb /əˈkɒmədeɪt/

accommodate

unterbringen

Meaning

To provide lodging, space, or meet the needs of someone.

Example

The hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests.

Das Hotel kann bis zu 200 Gäste unterbringen.

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 adverb /ˈæŋkʃəsli/

anxiously

ängstlich

Meaning

in a worried, nervous, or uneasy manner; with anxious anticipation

Example

She waited anxiously for the exam results.

Sie wartete ängstlich auf die Prüfungsergebnisse.

B2 noun/verb /ɔːˈdɪʃən/

audition

Vorsprechen

Meaning

A trial performance by an actor, singer, or musician to demonstrate suitability for a role.

Example

She auditioned for the lead role in the school play.

Sie hat für die Hauptrolle im Schulstück vorgesprochen.

B2 adverb /ˌæksɪˈdɛntəli/

accidentally

zufällig

Meaning

happening by chance or unexpectedly

Example

He accidentally dropped the glass.

Er hat das Glas zufällig fallen lassen.

B2 adjective /əˈpærənt/

apparent

offensichtlich

Meaning

Clearly visible or understood; obvious.

Example

It soon became apparent that he was not telling the truth.

Es wurde bald deutlich, dass er die Wahrheit nicht sagte.

B2 adjective, noun /ˈɛəriəl/

aerial

ätherisch / Antenne

Meaning

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

Example

The pilot performed an amazing aerial maneuver.

Der Pilot führte eine erstaunliche ätherische Manöver durch.

B2 adjective əˈstɒnɪʃɪŋ

astonishing

erstaunlich

Meaning

Extremely surprising or impressive; amazing.

Example

The astonishing discovery changed the way we view the universe.

Die erstaunliche Entdeckung veränderte die Art und Weise, wie wir das Universum sehen.

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, verb /əˈsɔːlt/

assault

Angriff

Meaning

a physical attack or to attack someone violently

Example

He was charged with assault after the fight.

Er wurde nach dem Kampf wegen Angriff angeklagt.

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 adjective ænˈtɪsɪpeɪtɪd

anticipated

erwartet

Meaning

Expected or predicted to happen; foreseen in advance.

Example

The anticipated growth exceeded the city's capacity.

Das erwartete Wachstum überstieg die Kapazität der Stadt.

B2 adverb /əˈlɛdʒɪdli/

allegedly

angeblich

Meaning

used to say that something is claimed to be true, though not proven

Example

He was allegedly involved in the robbery.

Er war angeblich in den Raub verwickelt.

B2 noun /ˌɑːr.kiˈɑː.lə.dʒi/

archeology

Archäologie

Meaning

the study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts and structures

Example

She decided to study archeology to learn about ancient civilizations.

Sie entschied sich, Archäologie zu studieren, um mehr über alte Zivilisationen zu erfahren.

B2 noun /ədˈmɪnɪstreɪtər/

administrator

Verwalter

Meaning

a person responsible for running or managing an organization or system

Example

The school administrator implemented new policies for students.

Der Schulverwalter führte neue Richtlinien für Schüler ein.

B2 noun /əˌbriːviˈeɪʃən/

abbreviation

Abkürzung

Meaning

a shortened form of a word or phrase

Example

NASA is an abbreviation for National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

NASA ist eine Abkürzung für National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

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 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 verb /ədˈmɪnɪstər/

administer

verwalten

Meaning

to manage or control the running of; to give or apply medicine or treatment

Example

The nurse will administer the vaccine to all patients.

Die Krankenschwester wird den Impfstoff allen Patienten verabreichen.

B2 adverb /ˌælfəˈbɛtɪkli/

alphabetically

alphabetisch

Meaning

in the order of the letters of the alphabet

Example

The names are listed alphabetically in the register.

Die Namen sind alphabetisch im Register geordnet.

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 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 /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 /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 /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 verb/adjective /ɑːrˈtɪkjʊlət/

articulate

artikulieren

Meaning

to express thoughts or ideas clearly; having the ability to speak fluently and clearly

Example

She was able to articulate her ideas during the meeting.

Sie konnte ihre Ideen während des Treffens artikulieren.

B2 noun /ˌænθrəˈpɒlədʒi/

anthropology

anthropologie

Meaning

the scientific study of humans, their societies, cultures, and development

Example

She decided to major in anthropology at university.

Sie entschied sich, an der Universität Anthropologie zu studieren.

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 /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 /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 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 /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; 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 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 /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 /əˈlɛdʒ/

allege

behaupten

Meaning

to claim or assert something, typically without proof

Example

The witness alleged that the man was at the crime scene.

Der Zeuge behauptete, dass der Mann am Tatort war.

B2 preposition /əˈmɪd/

amid

mitten in

Meaning

in the middle of or surrounded by something

Example

The team stayed calm amid the chaos.

Das Team blieb ruhig mitten im Chaos.

B2 noun /ˈɑːrtɪˌfækt/

artifact

Artefakt

Meaning

an object made by humans, typically of historical or cultural interest

Example

The museum displayed ancient artifacts from Egypt.

Das Museum zeigte antike Artefakte aus Ägypten.

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 noun /əˈmɛnəti/

amenity

Annehmlichkeit

Meaning

a useful or pleasant facility or feature of a place

Example

The apartment has every amenity needed for comfortable living.

Die Wohnung hat alle Annehmlichkeiten, die für ein komfortables Leben notwendig sind.

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 /əˈplɔːd/

applaud

applaudieren

Meaning

to show approval by clapping or expressing admiration

Example

The audience applauded the performance.

Das Publikum applaudierte der Aufführung.

B2 noun /ˈæstərɔɪd/

asteroid

Asteroid

Meaning

A small rocky body orbiting the sun, mostly found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.

Example

The asteroid belt lies between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter.

Der Asteroidengürtel liegt zwischen den Umlaufbahnen von Mars und Jupiter.

B2 noun /eɪd/

aide

Assistent

Meaning

An assistant or helper, especially to an important person.

Example

The senator’s aide organized the meeting with journalists.

Der Assistent des Senators organisierte das Treffen mit den Journalisten.

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 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 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 adverb /ˈæktɪvli/

actively

aktiv

Meaning

in a way that involves energetic participation or effort

Example

He is actively involved in community service.

Er ist aktiv in der Gemeindearbeit beteiligt.

B2 noun /æŋˈzaɪ.ə.ti/

anxiety

Angst oder Nervosität

Meaning

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

Example

Meditation helps reduce anxiety and stress.

Meditation hilft, Angst und Stress zu reduzieren.

B2 noun /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 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 /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 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 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 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 verb /əˈlaɪn/

align

ausrichten / in eine gerade Linie bringen

Meaning

To arrange things in a straight line; to adjust or bring into proper relation or agreement.

Example

The manager asked the team to align their goals with the company's mission.

Der Manager bat das Team, ihre Ziele mit der Mission des Unternehmens in Einklang zu bringen.

B2 noun /ˌæbəˈlɪʃən/

abolition

Abschaffung

Meaning

the act of formally ending or eliminating a system, practice, or institution

Example

The abolition of slavery was a major milestone in human rights history.

Die Abschaffung der Sklaverei war ein wichtiger Meilenstein in der Geschichte der Menschenrechte.

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 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 adjective ˌæɡ.rɪˈkʌl.tʃər.əl

agricultural

agrarisch

Meaning

Connected with farming.

Example

Agricultural advancements enhance food security.

Agrarische Fortschritte verbessern die Ernährungssicherheit.

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 /ˈɑːrkaɪvz/

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 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 /ˌædməˈreɪʃən/

admiration

Bewunderung

Meaning

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

Example

She felt great admiration for her teacher’s dedication.

Sie empfand große Bewunderung für ihren Lehrer.

B2 noun ˌæs.pɪˈreɪ.ʃən

aspiration

Bestreben

Meaning

A hope or ambition of achieving something, a strong desire or goal to achieve something.

Example

His aspiration is to become a successful entrepreneur.

Sein Bestreben ist es, ein erfolgreicher Unternehmer zu werden.

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 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 /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 /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 /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 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 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 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 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 verb /əkˈnɒlɪdʒ/

acknowledge

anerkennen

Meaning

to accept or admit the existence or truth of something; to recognize

Example

She acknowledged her mistake and apologized.

Sie erkannte ihren Fehler an und entschuldigte sich.

B2 adjective /əbˈsɜːrd/

absurd

absurd, unlogisch

Meaning

wildly unreasonable, illogical, or inappropriate

Example

It is absurd to think that the earth is flat.

Es ist absurd zu denken, dass die Erde flach ist.

B2 noun, verb /ˈɑːrkaɪv/