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 /ˌædvənˈteɪdʒəs/

Advantageous

vorteilhaft; günstig; lukrativ

Meaning

beneficial; favorable; profitable

Example

This position offers advantageous opportunities for career growth.

Diese Position bietet vorteilhafte Möglichkeiten für berufliches Wachstum.

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 /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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 /ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃən/

alteration

Änderung

Meaning

a change or modification made to something

Example

The tailor made an alteration to the suit.

Der Schneider nahm eine Änderung am Anzug vor.

B2 noun /ˌæn.ɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/

Animation

Meaning

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

Example

The animation in this movie is incredibly detailed.

Die Animation in diesem Film ist unglaublich detailliert.

B2 adjective 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 noun /ˈeɪ.prən/

apron

Schürze

Meaning

A protective garment worn over the front of one's clothes to keep them clean, especially while cooking.

Example

She tied an apron around her waist before cooking dinner.

Sie band sich eine Schürze um die Taille, bevor sie das Abendessen kochte.

B2 noun /ˈɑː.mənd/

Almond

Mandel

Meaning

edible seed of the almond tree

Example

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

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

B2 adjective /ˈædvɜːrs/

Adverse

ungünstig; nachteilig; negativ

Meaning

harmful; unfavorable; opposing; negative

Example

The adverse weather conditions forced them to cancel the event.

Die widrigen Wetterbedingungen zwangen sie, die Veranstaltung abzusagen.

B2 noun /əˈkʌmplɪʃmənt/

accomplishment

Errungenschaft

Meaning

something that has been achieved successfully

Example

Graduating from university was a major accomplishment for him.

Der Abschluss der Universität war eine große Errungenschaft für ihn.

B2 adjective 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 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 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 adverb /ˈædɪkwətli/

adequately

angemessen

Meaning

in a satisfactory manner

Example

He completed the task adequately, but could improve next time.

Er hat die Aufgabe angemessen abgeschlossen, könnte aber beim nächsten Mal noch verbessern.

B2 adjective /ˈæp.lɪ.kə.bəl/

applicable

anwendbar

Meaning

Relevant or appropriate in a particular situation.

Example

This rule is applicable to eye care too.

Diese Regel ist auch auf die Augenpflege anwendbar.

B2 noun /ˈæɡ.ə.ni/

Agony

extreme körperliche oder geistige Qual; intensiver Schmerz

Meaning

extreme physical or mental suffering; intense pain

Example

He was in agony after the accident.

Er war nach dem Unfall in Agonie.

B2 verb ədˈhɪər

adhere

haften

Meaning

To stick firmly to something or stay attached.

Example

Neutrons adhere to protons.

Neutronen haften an Protonen.

B2 adjective /ˈædɪkwət/

adequate

angemessen

Meaning

sufficient or acceptable in quality or quantity

Example

The food was adequate for the small group.

Das Essen war angemessen für die kleine Gruppe.

B2 noun /ˈeɪ.prɪ.kɒt/

Apricot

aprikose

Meaning

a small orange-colored fruit with a soft skin and sweet flesh

Example

The apricot tree produces sweet fruit in summer.

Der Aprikosenbaum produziert süße Früchte im Sommer.

B2 noun ədˈvɜː.sɪ.ti

adversity

Widrigkeit

Meaning

Difficulties; misfortune; a difficult or unpleasant situation.

Example

He remained strong in the face of adversity.

Er blieb stark angesichts der Widrigkeit.

B2 noun /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 adjective /æbˈnɔːr.məl/

abnormal

Meaning

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

Example

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

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

B2 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 adjective ˌæɡ.rɪˈkʌl.tʃər.əl

agricultural

agrarisch

Meaning

Connected with farming.

Example

Agricultural advancements enhance food security.

Agrarische Fortschritte verbessern die Ernährungssicherheit.

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 adjective + noun əˈdæptɪv ˈfiːtʃərz

adaptive features

adaptive Merkmale

Meaning

Characteristics that help organisms adjust to their environment

Example

Plants' adaptive features help them grow in winter.

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

B2 noun /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 ˌæn.əlˈɪt.ɪ.kəl

analytical

analytisch, forschend, logisch

Meaning

Using or skilled in using analysis (i.e., separating a whole—intellectual or substantial—into its elemental parts or basic principles).

Example

She has an analytical approach to problem-solving.

Sie hat einen analytischen Ansatz zur Problemlösung.

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 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 /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 adverb /əˈdɪʃənəli/

additionally

zusätzlich

Meaning

in addition to what has been said or done

Example

Additionally, we offer discounts for early bookings.

Zusätzlich bieten wir Rabatte für frühe Buchungen an.

B2 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 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 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 noun /ˈælkəhɒlɪzəm/

alcoholism

alkoholismus

Meaning

A chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol.

Example

His alcoholism affected both his health and his family life.

Sein Alkoholismus hat sowohl seine Gesundheit als auch sein Familienleben beeinträchtigt.

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 /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 noun /ˈɑːftərmɑːθ/

aftermath

Folgen

Meaning

the consequences or aftereffects of an event or situation, especially a disastrous one

Example

The aftermath of the earthquake was devastating.

Die Folgen des Erdbebens waren verheerend.

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 conjunction /ˌɔːlˈbiː.ɪt/

albeit

obwohl

Meaning

Although; even though.

Example

He finally agreed, albeit reluctantly.

Er stimmte schließlich zu, obwohl widerwillig.

B2 noun əˈmendmənt

amendment

Änderung

Meaning

A minor change in a document.

Example

The amendment was not supported.

Die Änderung wurde nicht unterstützt.

B2 noun /æʃ/

ash

asche

Meaning

the powdery residue left after the burning of a substance

Example

After the fire, only ash remained of the house.

Nach dem Brand blieb nur Asche vom Haus übrig.

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 /əˈdɪkʃən/

addiction

Sucht

Meaning

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

Example

His addiction to video games affected his studies.

Seine Sucht nach Videospielen beeinflusste seine Studien.

B2 noun /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 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 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 /əˈɡrɛʃən/

aggression

Meaning

hostile or violent behavior towards others

Example

His sudden aggression surprised everyone in the meeting.

Seine plötzliche Aggression überraschte alle im Meeting.

B2 adjective /ˈeɪ.li.ən/

alien

außerirdisch

Meaning

Belonging to a foreign country or nation; extraterrestrial.

Example

The telescope is capable of detecting alien signals.

Das Teleskop kann außerirdische Signale erkennen.

B2 verb əˈpɔɪn.tɪd

appointed

ernannt

Meaning

Assign a job or role to someone; designate someone to a position.

Example

Appointed officials carry significant responsibilities.

Ernannte Beamte tragen wichtige Verantwortung.

B2 adjective /ˈæfluənt/

affluent

wohlhabend

Meaning

having a great deal of money; wealthy

Example

She grew up in an affluent neighborhood.

Sie wuchs in einem wohlhabenden Viertel auf.

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 /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 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 noun /ˈɑːrtɪzən/

artisan

Handwerker

Meaning

a skilled craftsperson who makes things by hand

Example

The artisan crafted a beautiful wooden chair.

Der Handwerker fertigte einen schönen Holzstuhl an.

B2 noun ˈæk.tɪv rɪˈkɔːl

Active recall

aktiver Abruf

Meaning

A learning technique that involves actively trying to retrieve information from memory rather than passively reviewing material.

Example

Active recall improves long-term memory and retention.

Aktiver Abruf verbessert das Langzeitgedächtnis und die Behaltensfähigkeit.

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 /əˈtɒm.ɪk/

Atomic

atomar

Meaning

relating to atoms or atomic energy; extremely small

Example

The atomic structure of hydrogen is the simplest.

Die atomare Struktur von Wasserstoff ist die einfachste.

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 adjective /ˌærəˈmætɪk/

aromatic

aromatisch

Meaning

Having a pleasant and distinctive smell.

Example

The chef used aromatic herbs to flavor the dish.

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

B2 noun 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 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 /ˈækjərəsi/

Accuracy

Genauigkeit; Präzision

Meaning

the quality of being correct or precise; exactness

Example

The accuracy of the measurements is very important.

Die Genauigkeit der Messungen ist sehr wichtig.

B2 adjective /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 /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 noun /əˈkjuːzd/

accused

angeklagter

Meaning

a person who has been charged with a crime

Example

The accused pleaded not guilty in court.

Der Angeklagte plädierte im Gericht nicht schuldig.

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 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 adjective /əˈbjuːsɪv/

abusive

missbräuchlich / schädlich verbal oder physisch

Meaning

extremely offensive or insulting; involving physical or verbal harm

Example

She left her job because of her abusive boss.

Sie hat ihren Job wegen ihres missbräuchlichen Chefs verlassen.

B2 noun /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 adjective, noun, verb /ˈæb.strækt/

abstract

abstrakt, Zusammenfassung

Meaning

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

Example

The artist is known for her abstract paintings.

Die Künstlerin ist bekannt für ihre abstrakten Gemälde.

B2 noun /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 adverb /ˈɑːɡjuːəbli/

arguably

wohl

Meaning

used to say that a statement is open to argument or is considered true by many people

Example

She is arguably the most talented player on the team.

Sie ist wohl die talentierteste Spielerin im Team.

B2 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 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 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 verb /əˈkʌstəm/

accustom

gewöhnen

Meaning

to make someone familiar with something through regular experience or use

Example

It took him a while to accustom himself to the new environment.

Es dauerte eine Weile, bis er sich an die neue Umgebung gewöhnte.

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 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, verb /ˈævəlæntʃ/

avalanche

Lawine

Meaning

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

Example

The avalanche buried the mountain road under tons of snow.

Die Lawine begrub die Bergstraße unter tonnenweise Schnee.

B2 adjective /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 /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 adjective /əˈpiː.lɪŋ/

Appealing

ansprechend; interessant; angenehm

Meaning

attractive; interesting; pleasing

Example

The colorful garden looks very appealing to visitors.

Der bunte Garten sieht für Besucher sehr ansprechend aus.

B2 verb /ˈæmplɪˌfaɪ/

amplify

verstärken

Meaning

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

Example

The microphone amplifies her voice.

Das Mikrofon verstärkt ihre Stimme.

B2 noun /əˈdʒʌstmənt/

adjustment

Anpassung

Meaning

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

Example

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

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

B2 noun /əˈsɛnt/

ascent

Aufstieg, Erhebung

Meaning

The act of rising or climbing to a higher position or level.

Example

The climbers began their ascent to the mountain peak at dawn.

Die Kletterer begannen ihren Aufstieg zum Gipfel des Berges bei Sonnenaufgang.

B2 adjective /əˈtʃiːvəbl/

achievable

erreichbar

Meaning

Able to be brought about or reached successfully.

Example

Start with achievable steps to stay motivated.

Beginnen Sie mit erreichbaren Schritten, um motiviert zu bleiben.

B2 noun /əˈreɪ/

array

Reihe, Ausstellung

Meaning

an impressive display or arrangement of things

Example

The shop displayed an array of colorful dresses.

Der Laden zeigte eine beeindruckende Ausstellung von bunten Kleidern.

B2 adjective /əˈvɔɪdəbl/

avoidable

vermeidbar

Meaning

able to be prevented or avoided

Example

Most of the damage was avoidable with proper planning.

Der größte Teil des Schadens war mit guter Planung vermeidbar.

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 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 /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 adverb /əˈbrʌptli/

Abruptly

plötzlich und unerwartet; ohne Vorwarnung

Meaning

suddenly and unexpectedly; without warning

Example

The meeting ended abruptly when the power went out.

Das Meeting endete abrupt, als der Strom ausfiel.

B2 noun /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 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 əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti

accountability

Verantwortlichkeit

Meaning

The fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility.

Example

Accountability is key to maintaining trust in any system.

Verantwortlichkeit ist entscheidend, um Vertrauen in jedes System aufrechtzuerhalten.

B2 noun /ˈeɪkər/

acre

Acre

Meaning

a unit of land area equal to 4,840 square yards (about 4,047 square meters)

Example

The farmer owns five acres of fertile land.

Der Bauer besitzt fünf Acres fruchtbares Land.

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 /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 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 /ˌɑːrkiˈɑːlədʒi/

archaeology

Archäologie

Meaning

the study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts, monuments, and other physical remains

Example

She studied archaeology to learn about ancient civilizations.

Sie studierte Archäologie, um mehr über alte Zivilisationen zu erfahren.

B2 noun /ˌɔː.θɛnˈtɪs.ə.ti/

authenticity

Authentizität

Meaning

The quality of being authentic; genuineness or truthfulness.

Example

The authenticity of the document was verified.

Die Authentizität des Dokuments wurde überprüft.

B2 noun ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənts

antioxidants

Antioxidantien

Meaning

A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage.

Example

Fruits and vegetables are rich in antioxidants.

Früchte und Gemüse sind reich an Antioxidantien.

B2 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 noun /ˈɑːrkaɪvz/

B2 noun /əkˌsɛs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

accessibility

Zugänglichkeit

Meaning

Accessibility or availability, easy availability of any place or service.

Example

Improved accessibility helps people with disabilities.

Verbesserte Zugänglichkeit hilft Menschen mit Behinderungen.

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 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 /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 /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 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.