B2 noun bækˈtɪə.ri.ə

bacteria

Bakterien

Meaning

A member of a large group of unicellular microorganisms which have cell walls but lack organelles and an organized nucleus.

Example

Specialized bacteria aid in waste decomposition.

Spezialisierte Bakterien helfen bei der Abfallzersetzung.

B2 noun /fəˈnɒmɪnən/

phenomenon

Phänomen

Meaning

an observable event, fact, or occurrence, often unusual or remarkable

Example

The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon.

Das Nordlicht ist ein natürliches Phänomen.

B2 noun /prəˈseʃ.ən/

Procession

Prozession; Umzug;

Meaning

a group of people or vehicles moving forward in an organized way, especially as part of a ceremony

Example

The wedding procession walked slowly to the church.

Die Hochzeitsprozession ging langsam zur Kirche.

B2 noun /ˈsɜːrkɪt/

circuit

Kreis / elektrischer Weg

Meaning

A roughly circular line, route, or movement that starts and ends at the same place; also an electrical pathway.

Example

The runners completed the circuit around the park.

Die Läufer haben den Kreis rund um den Park beendet.

B2 noun ˈdʒes.tʃərz

gestures

Gesten

Meaning

Body movements, especially of hands, face, or body when speaking.

Example

Effective gestures add emphasis to a speech.

Wirksame Gesten verstärken eine Rede.

B2 noun ˈiː.kəʊˌsɪs.təm

ecosystem

ökosystem

Meaning

A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.

Example

A balanced ecosystem is crucial for environmental sustainability.

Ein ausgewogenes Ökosystem ist entscheidend für die Umwelt-Nachhaltigkeit.

B2 noun/adjective /kənˈstɪtʃuənt/

constituent

Bestandteil / Wähler

Meaning

Noun: A member of a constituency or an essential part of something. Adjective: Being a necessary part of a whole.

Example

The senator met with his constituents to discuss local issues.

Der Senator traf sich mit seinen Wählern, um lokale Probleme zu besprechen.

B2 noun /ˈpɑː.tɪ.klz/

particles

Teilchen

Meaning

Minute portions of matter.

Example

PM2.5 particles harm respiratory health.

PM2.5 Teilchen schädigen die Atemwege.

B2 noun /ˈθæŋksˌɡɪvɪŋ/

thanksgiving

Erntedankfest

Meaning

an annual holiday in the US for giving thanks, celebrated with a meal

Example

We spent Thanksgiving dinner with our family.

Wir haben das Erntedankfest-Dinner mit unserer Familie verbracht.

B2 adjective /hɪˈstɛrɪkəl/

hysterical

hysterisch oder emotional unkontrollierbar

Meaning

Extremely funny or uncontrollably emotional.

Example

The comedian's jokes were absolutely hysterical.

Die Witze des Komikers waren absolut hysterisch.

B2 adjective /ˈrɒt.ən/

Rotten

verfault; schlecht

Meaning

decayed; spoiled; bad

Example

The apple is rotten and should be thrown away.

Der Apfel ist verfault und sollte weggeworfen werden.

B2 adjective /ˈbaɪəst/

Biased

voreingenommen

Meaning

showing prejudice for or against someone or something unfairly

Example

The judge was accused of being biased against the defendant.

Der Richter wurde beschuldigt, voreingenommen gegen den Angeklagten zu sein.

B2 verb /ˈsʌmən/

summon

rufen, beschwören

Meaning

To order someone to come or to gather courage or strength.

Example

The king summoned his advisors to the court.

Der König rief seine Berater zum Hof.

B2 adjective /ˈlɔːŋtaɪm/

longtime

lange Zeit

Meaning

having existed or continued for a long time

Example

They are longtime friends who met in college.

Sie sind langjährige Freunde, die sich an der Universität getroffen haben.

B2 verb /kəmˈpɛl/

compel

zwingen

Meaning

To force or drive someone to do something.

Example

The law compels citizens to pay taxes.

Das Gesetz zwingt die Bürger, Steuern zu zahlen.

B2 noun ˈɪn.deks

index

Index

Meaning

An alphabetical list of names, subjects, etc. with references to the places where they occur, typically found at the end of a book; a sign or measure of something.

Example

An index organizes critical data.

Ein Index organisiert wichtige Daten.

B2 noun/adjective /səˈvɪliən/

civilian

Zivilist

Meaning

a person not in the armed forces or police

Example

The area was evacuated to protect the civilians.

Das Gebiet wurde evakuiert, um die Zivilisten zu schützen.

B2 noun /səˈlɪsɪtər/

solicitor

Rechtsanwalt

Meaning

A type of lawyer who gives legal advice and prepares legal documents, often representing clients in lower courts.

Example

She consulted a solicitor before signing the contract.

Sie konsultierte einen Rechtsanwalt, bevor sie den Vertrag unterzeichnete.

B2 noun ˈlaɪf ɪkˌspek.tən.si

life expectancy

Lebenserwartung

Meaning

The average period that a person may expect to live; the length of time for which something is expected to last or to continue being effective.

Example

Life expectancy depends on healthcare quality.

Die Lebenserwartung hängt von der Qualität der Gesundheitsversorgung ab.

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 /ˈfɛmənɪst/

feminist

Feministin

Meaning

a person who supports equal rights and opportunities for women and men

Example

She proudly calls herself a feminist and fights for gender equality.

Sie bezeichnet sich stolz als Feministin und kämpft für die Gleichstellung der Geschlechter.

B2 noun /ɡroʊθ ˈmaɪnd.sɛt/

growth mindset

Wachstumsmentalität

Meaning

A mindset that believes in learning, developing, and improving skills.

Example

A growth mindset helps individuals embrace challenges.

Eine Wachstumsmentalität hilft den Menschen, Herausforderungen zu bewältigen.

B2 verb /liːp/

leap

springen

Meaning

to jump high or far; to move quickly with large steps

Example

The cat leaped onto the table.

Die Katze sprang auf den Tisch.

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 /səˈspɛnʃən/

suspension

Sperre

Meaning

The act of temporarily stopping something; also refers to a system in vehicles that absorbs shock.

Example

The player received a three-game suspension for misconduct.

Der Spieler erhielt eine dreispielige Sperre wegen Fehlverhaltens.

B2 noun /dɪsˈɡaɪz/

Disguise

Verkleidung; Tarnung

Meaning

a means of altering one's appearance to conceal one's identity; something that hides the truth

Example

The spy wore an elaborate disguise to avoid being recognized by enemies.

Der Spion trug ein ausgeklügeltes Kostüm, um nicht von seinen Feinden erkannt zu werden.

B2 verb /ɪnˈdjʊər/

endure

ertragen

Meaning

to suffer something difficult or unpleasant patiently

Example

He had to endure years of hardship before achieving success.

Er musste Jahre der Not ertragen, bevor er Erfolg hatte.

B2 noun /ˌdek.ləˈreɪ.ʃən/

Declaration

Erklärung; Ankündigung; Proklamation

Meaning

a formal or explicit statement or announcement; an official proclamation

Example

The president's declaration of independence marked a historic moment for the nation.

Die Unabhängigkeitserklärung des Präsidenten markierte einen historischen Moment für die Nation.

B2 adjective /ˌkɑː.di.əʊˈvæs.kjʊ.lər/

cardiovascular

bezieht sich auf das Herz und die Blutgefäße

Meaning

Relating to the heart and blood vessels.

Example

Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health.

Regelmäßige Bewegung verbessert die kardiovaskuläre Gesundheit.

B2 noun /taɪm/

thyme

Thymian

Meaning

A small aromatic herb used in cooking and medicine.

Example

She sprinkled thyme on the roasted chicken.

Sie streute Thymian über das geröstete Hähnchen.

B2 noun /kəˈkeɪn/

cocaine

Kokain (eine Droge)

Meaning

a powerful and addictive illegal drug made from coca leaves

Example

He was arrested for possessing cocaine.

Er wurde wegen des Besitzes von Kokain verhaftet.

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 /doʊ/

dough

Teig

Meaning

a mixture of flour, water, and other ingredients used to make bread or pastries

Example

She kneaded the dough for ten minutes before baking.

Sie knetete den Teig zehn Minuten lang, bevor sie ihn buk.

B2 noun /jʌŋ fɪʃ/

Young fish

junger Fisch

Meaning

juvenile or small fish; fish that has not reached maturity

Example

Young fish need protection from predators.

Junge Fische brauchen Schutz vor Raubtieren.

B2 noun/verb /skræp/

scrap

Stück / wegwerfen

Meaning

A small piece of something; to discard or get rid of something.

Example

He used a scrap of paper to jot down the number.

Er benutzte ein Stück Papier, um die Nummer aufzuschreiben.

B2 noun /ˌbɛnɪˈfɪʃəri/

beneficiary

begünstigter

Meaning

a person who receives something, especially money or property, from a will or insurance policy

Example

She is the sole beneficiary of her father’s estate.

Sie ist die einzige Begünstigte des Erbes ihres Vaters.

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 adjective rəʊˈbʌst

robust

Meaning

Strong and healthy; vigorous; able to withstand or overcome adverse conditions.

Example

The robust infrastructure ensures reliable communication.

Die robuste Infrastruktur stellt eine zuverlässige Kommunikation sicher.

B2 adjective /prɪˈventɪv/

Preventive

präventiv; entwickelt, um etwas zu verhindern

Meaning

designed to prevent something from happening; protective against disease

Example

Regular exercise is a preventive measure against heart disease.

Regelmäßige Bewegung ist eine präventive Maßnahme gegen Herzkrankheiten.

B2 noun /ˈwɪd.oʊ.ər/

Widower

Witwer

Meaning

a man whose wife has died and who has not married again

Example

The elderly widower lived alone but had regular visits from his children.

Der ältere Witwer lebte allein, aber er hatte regelmäßige Besuche von seinen Kindern.

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 /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 /ˈsæŋk.tʃuˌɛr.i/

sanctuary

Zufluchtsort

Meaning

A place of safety, refuge, or protection; a sacred place.

Example

The forest is a sanctuary for endangered animals.

Der Wald ist ein Zufluchtsort für gefährdete Tiere.

B2 noun /ˈen.tə.praɪz/

Enterprise

Unternehmen, besonders ein gewagtes oder komplexes Projekt

Meaning

a project or undertaking, especially a bold or complex one

Example

The space exploration enterprise required years of planning and preparation.

Das Raumfahrtunternehmen erforderte Jahre der Planung und Vorbereitung.

B2 noun /kənˈsʌmp.ʃən/

Consumption

Konsum

Meaning

The using up of a resource or the amount of a product consumed by consumers.

Example

High energy consumption leads to increased electricity bills.

Hoher Energieverbrauch führt zu höheren Stromrechnungen.

B2 adjective /ˈpraɪ.ər/

Prior

vorherig

Meaning

existing or coming before in time; previous; earlier

Example

You need prior approval before making any changes to the system.

Sie benötigen vorherige Genehmigung, bevor Sie Änderungen am System vornehmen.

B2 adjective /ˈtæn.dʒɪ.bəl/

tangible

greifbar

Meaning

Perceptible by touch; clear and definite; real.

Example

The benefits of exercise are tangible and measurable.

Die Vorteile von Bewegung sind greifbar und messbar.

B2 verb /rɪˈzuːm/

resume

fortsetzen

Meaning

to start again after a pause or interruption

Example

We will resume the meeting after lunch.

Wir werden die Besprechung nach dem Mittagessen fortsetzen.

B2 noun, adjective /hjuːˌmænɪˈtɛəriən/

humanitarian

humanitär

Meaning

A person who seeks to promote human welfare, or something relating to human welfare and compassion.

Example

The organization provides humanitarian aid to disaster victims.

Die Organisation leistet humanitäre Hilfe für Katastrophenopfer.

B2 noun /doʊs/

dose

dosis

Meaning

a measured amount of a medicine or drug taken at one time

Example

The doctor prescribed one dose of the medicine every six hours.

Der Arzt verschrieb eine Dosis des Medikaments alle sechs Stunden.

B2 verb /kɜːrb/

curb

einschränken / kontrollieren

Meaning

to restrain, control, or limit something

Example

The government took steps to curb inflation.

Die Regierung ergriff Maßnahmen, um die Inflation einzudämmen.

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 verb /ˈstreɪtən/

straighten

richten

Meaning

to make something straight or tidy; to correct or organize

Example

She straightened her hair before the meeting.

Sie richtete ihre Haare vor dem Meeting.

B2 verb /ˈklærɪfaɪ/

clarify

klären

Meaning

to make clear; to explain more clearly

Example

The teacher clarifies the difficult concept.

Der Lehrer klärt das schwierige Konzept.

B2 noun ˈvɜː.tʃu.əl ˈklɑːs.ruːmz

virtual classrooms

virtuelle Klassenräume

Meaning

An online learning environment where teachers and students interact via digital platforms.

Example

Virtual classrooms enable remote learning for students worldwide.

Virtuelle Klassenräume ermöglichen das Fernlernen für Schüler weltweit.

B2 noun /ˈsaɪd.laɪn/

sideline

Nebentätigkeit

Meaning

An activity done in addition to one's main job or area of work.

Example

The sideline discussions led to mutual understanding.

Die Nebentätigkeiten führten zu einem besseren gegenseitigen Verständnis.

B2 noun /nɒt/

Knot

Knoten

Meaning

a fastening made by tying a piece of string, rope, or something similar; a hard mass in wood

Example

The sailor tied a secure knot to anchor the boat safely.

Der Seemann knüpfte einen sicheren Knoten, um das Boot sicher zu verankern.

B2 noun məˈtæb.əl.ɪ.zəm

metabolism

Stoffwechsel

Meaning

The chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life.

Example

Exercise boosts metabolism and burns calories.

Bewegung steigert den Stoffwechsel und verbrennt Kalorien.

B2 adjective /ˈplɛʒərəbl/

pleasurable

angenehm, erfreulich

Meaning

giving pleasure or enjoyment

Example

Reading a good book is a pleasurable activity.

Ein gutes Buch zu lesen ist eine angenehme Tätigkeit.

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 adjective /ˌʌnəˈveɪləbəl/

unavailable

nicht verfügbar

Meaning

Not able to be obtained, reached, or used; not present or accessible.

Example

The manager was unavailable to take calls during the meeting.

Der Manager war während des Treffens nicht verfügbar, um Anrufe entgegenzunehmen.

B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.səns/

Licence

Lizenz

Meaning

a permit from an authority to own or use something, do a particular thing, or carry on a trade

Example

You need a driving licence to operate a car.

Du brauchst einen Führerschein, um ein Auto zu fahren.

B2 noun /məˈræl.ə.ti/

Morality

Moralität

Meaning

principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong behavior

Example

The debate focused on the morality of the decision.

Die Debatte konzentrierte sich auf die Moralität der Entscheidung.

B2 verb /riːp/

reap

ernten

Meaning

to cut or gather a crop; to receive as a consequence of actions

Example

Farmers reap wheat in the late summer.

Bauern ernten Weizen im Spätsommer.

B2 noun /ˈprɛzɪdənsi/

presidency

Präsidentschaft

Meaning

the office or position of being a president

Example

He was elected to the presidency in 2020.

Er wurde 2020 zum Präsidenten gewählt.

B2 adverb /ˈneɪmli/

Namely

nämlich; spezifisch;

Meaning

that is to say; specifically; to be precise

Example

Three cities, namely Paris, London, and Rome, were visited.

Drei Städte, nämlich Paris, London und Rom, wurden besucht.

B2 noun /ˈpɪm.pəl/

Pimple

Pickel

Meaning

a small, inflamed elevation of the skin; a spot on the skin, especially on the face

Example

She was embarrassed about the pimple on her forehead.

Sie war wegen des Pickels auf ihrer Stirn verlegen.

B2 adjective /ˈhɪli/

hilly

hügelig

Meaning

having many hills; characterized by hills or slopes

Example

The village is located in a beautiful hilly region.

Das Dorf liegt in einer hügeligen Region.

B2 verb /ˈvaɪəleɪt/

violate

verstoßen

Meaning

to break or go against a rule or law; to disrespect

Example

Parking here violates the city regulations.

Hier parken verstößt gegen die Stadtvorschriften.

B2 noun/verb /krɪˈtiːk/

critique

Kritik

Meaning

A detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, philosophical, or political theory; to evaluate critically.

Example

The professor asked the students to critique each other's essays.

Der Professor bat die Studenten, die Aufsätze der anderen zu kritisieren.

B2 verb /pərˈsuː/

pursue

verfolgen

Meaning

to follow or chase with the intent to catch or achieve something

Example

She decided to pursue her dreams of becoming a doctor.

Sie entschied sich, ihre Träume, Ärztin zu werden, zu verfolgen.

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 /stɑːˈveɪ.ʃən/

Starvation

Hunger

Meaning

suffering or death caused by lack of food; extreme hunger

Example

Many people died of starvation during the famine.

Viele Menschen starben während der Hungersnot an Hungertod.

B2 noun ˈkærɪktər dɪˈvɛləpmənt

character development

Charakterentwicklung

Meaning

The process of creating a believable character in fiction by giving the character depth and personality.

Example

The character development of Sydney Carton is profound.

Die Charakterentwicklung von Sydney Carton ist tiefgründig.

B2 noun /ˈmæstərpiːs/

Masterpiece

Meisterwerk

Meaning

A work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship

Example

The Mona Lisa is considered one of the greatest masterpieces of all time.

Das Mona Lisa gilt als eines der größten Meisterwerke aller Zeiten.

B2 noun /ˈɡaɪd.laɪn/

guideline

Richtlinie

Meaning

a rule, instruction, or principle that provides direction

Example

The company issued new guidelines for employee safety.

Das Unternehmen hat neue Richtlinien für die Sicherheit der Mitarbeiter herausgegeben.

B2 noun /ˈpɒp.i/

Poppy

Mohnblume

Meaning

a bright red flower with black seeds, often used as a symbol of remembrance

Example

The red poppy bloomed beautifully in the garden.

Die rote Mohnblume blühte wunderschön im Garten.

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 adjective /leɪm/

Lame

lahm; hinkend

Meaning

unable to walk normally because of an injury or illness affecting the leg or foot; weak and unconvincing

Example

The injured horse was lame and couldn't walk properly.

Das verletzte Pferd war lahm und konnte nicht richtig laufen.

B2 noun /dɪsˈkʌmfərt/

discomfort

Unbehagen

Meaning

A feeling of slight pain, unease, or awkwardness.

Example

She shifted in her chair due to discomfort in her back.

Sie bewegte sich in ihrem Stuhl wegen des Unbehagens in ihrem Rücken.

B2 verb /koʊp/

cope

bewältigen

Meaning

to deal effectively with something difficult

Example

She had to cope with a lot of pressure at work.

Sie musste mit viel Druck bei der Arbeit umgehen.

B2 noun /faɪˈnæn.ʃəl rɪˌspɒn.sɪˈbɪl.ə.ti/

financial responsibility

finanzielle Verantwortung

Meaning

The practice of managing money and other financial resources in a responsible and effective manner.

Example

Financial responsibility ensures long-term economic stability.

Finanzielle Verantwortung gewährleistet langfristige wirtschaftliche Stabilität.

B2 verb /ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/

compromise

kompromittieren

Meaning

To expose or make vulnerable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute.

Example

Excessive sharing can compromise your privacy.

Übermäßiges Teilen kann deine Privatsphäre gefährden.

B2 noun /ˈdʒoʊ.kər/

Joker

eine Spielkarte mit einem Bild eines Hofnarren, die als Jokerkarte verwendet wird; eine Person, die gerne Witze macht

Meaning

a playing card with a picture of a jester, used as a wild card; a person who is fond of joking

Example

He used the joker card to complete his winning hand in the poker game.

Er benutzte die Jokerkarte, um seine gewinnende Hand im Pokerspiel zu vervollständigen.

B2 noun/verb /briːtʃ/

breach

Verstoß

Meaning

A violation or breaking of a law, agreement, or code of conduct; an act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct.

Example

The company faced a breach of data security.

Das Unternehmen erlebte einen Verstoß gegen die Datensicherheit.

B2 noun/verb /ˈoʊvərˌdoʊs/

overdose

überdosis

Meaning

An excessive and dangerous amount of a drug; to take too much of a substance.

Example

He was rushed to the hospital after a drug overdose.

Er wurde nach einer Drogenüberdosis ins Krankenhaus eingeliefert.

B2 noun /ˈpiː.lər/

Peeler

Schäler

Meaning

a kitchen tool used to remove the outer skin or peel from fruits and vegetables

Example

Use a peeler to remove the potato skin.

Verwenden Sie einen Schäler, um die Kartoffelschale zu entfernen.

B2 adjective /ˈpəʊstwɔːr/

postwar

Nachkriegszeit

Meaning

occurring or existing after a war

Example

The postwar period saw significant economic growth.

Die Nachkriegszeit erlebte ein erhebliches Wirtschaftswachstum.

B2 conjunction /ˌɔːlˈbiː.ɪt/

albeit

obwohl

Meaning

Although; even though.

Example

He finally agreed, albeit reluctantly.

Er stimmte schließlich zu, obwohl widerwillig.

B2 verb /ˈkɑːŋkər/

conquer

erobern

Meaning

to overcome and take control of; to defeat in war; to master or overcome

Example

The army managed to conquer the enemy territory.

Die Armee schaffte es, das feindliche Gebiet zu erobern.

B2 noun rɪˈzentmənt

resentment

Groll

Meaning

Bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly.

Example

Resentment grew among the students.

Der Groll wuchs unter den Studenten.

B2 verb /rɪˈfreʃ/

refresh

auffrischen

Meaning

to make fresh again; to restore energy

Example

A cold drink refreshes me on hot days.

Ein kaltes Getränk frischt mich an heißen Tagen auf.

B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrtˌbreɪkɪŋ/

Heartbreaking

herzzerreißend; erschütternd; bewegend

Meaning

causing overwhelming distress; very sad or disappointing

Example

The documentary showed heartbreaking scenes of children in poverty.

Die Dokumentation zeigte herzzerreißende Szenen von Kindern in Armut.

B2 noun /ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊərɪti/

insecurity

Unsicherheit

Meaning

lack of confidence or assurance; a state of uncertainty or vulnerability

Example

Her insecurity made her doubt her abilities despite her experience.

Ihre Unsicherheit ließ sie an ihren Fähigkeiten zweifeln.

B2 noun /ˈledʒ.ənd/

Legend

Legende; Mythos

Meaning

a traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated; an extremely famous or notorious person

Example

The legend of King Arthur has inspired many books.

Die Legende von König Artus hat viele Bücher inspiriert.

B2 noun /əˌrɪʒ.əˈnæl.ə.ti/

Originality

Originalität

Meaning

the quality of being novel or unusual; the ability to think independently and creatively

Example

The artist's work showed great originality and creativity.

Das Werk des Künstlers zeigte große Originalität und Kreativität.

B2 verb /blɜːr/

blur

verschwimmen

Meaning

to make something unclear or difficult to see

Example

Tears blurred her vision.

Tränen verschwommen ihre Sicht.

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 verb /ɪmˈpoʊzd/

imposed

auferlegt

Meaning

forced something to be accepted or put in place

Example

The government imposed new regulations on the industry.

Die Regierung hat neue Vorschriften für die Industrie erlassen.

B2 adjective /kəmˈpætəbl/

compatible

kompatibel

Meaning

Able to exist or work together without conflict; harmonious.

Example

This software is compatible with both Windows and Mac systems.

Diese Software ist mit beiden Systemen, Windows und Mac, kompatibel.

B2 verb /bɑːrk/

bark

bellen

Meaning

to make a sharp sound like a dog; to speak angrily

Example

The dog barks at strangers.

Der Hund bellt Fremde an.

B2 adverb /ˈflu:əntli/

Fluently

fließend; mühelos

Meaning

in a smooth, effortless, and articulate manner; with ease and skill

Example

She speaks French fluently.

Sie spricht fließend Französisch.

B2 adjective ˌɪn.təˈræk.tɪv

interactive

interaktiv

Meaning

Allowing a two-way flow of information between it and a user, responding to the user's input.

Example

Interactive learning keeps students engaged in lessons.

Interaktives Lernen hält die Schüler in den Lektionen engagiert.

B2 adverb /ˈkɒnsɪkwəntli/

consequently

deshalb

Meaning

as a result; therefore

Example

He didn’t study, and consequently he failed the exam.

Er hat nicht gelernt, und deshalb ist er in der Prüfung durchgefallen.

B2 noun /ˈmoʊ.tɪv/

Motive

Motiv; Grund; Antrieb

Meaning

a reason for doing something; what drives someone to act

Example

The police are investigating the motive for the crime.

Die Polizei untersucht das Motiv für das Verbrechen.

B2 noun /ˈwɔːl.nʌt/

Walnut

walnuss

Meaning

an edible nut with a hard shell and a wrinkled appearance

Example

I love to eat walnuts with honey for breakfast.

Ich liebe es, Walnüsse mit Honig zum Frühstück zu essen.

B2 noun ɪnˈhɑːns.mənt

enhancement

Verbesserung

Meaning

An increase or improvement in quality, value, or extent.

Example

Enhancement of education quality is vital.

Die Verbesserung der Bildungsqualität ist entscheidend.

B2 adjective /ˈfɛdərəl/

federal

Meaning

Relating to the central government of a federation.

Example

The federal government passed a new law on healthcare.

Die Bundesregierung hat ein neues Gesetz zur Gesundheitsversorgung verabschiedet.

B2 adjective /ˈɡlæm.ər.əs/

Glamorous

glamourös; attraktiv; modisch;

Meaning

having glamour; attractive in an exciting way; fashionable;

Example

The actress looked glamorous in her designer gown at the awards ceremony.

Die Schauspielerin sah glamourös in ihrem Designer-Kleid bei der Preisverleihung aus.

B2 verb /dɪsˈkloʊz/

disclose

offenlegen

Meaning

to reveal or make information known; to expose

Example

The company must disclose all financial information.

Das Unternehmen muss alle finanziellen Informationen offenlegen.

B2 noun /ˈem.ər.əld/

Emerald

smaragd

Meaning

a bright green precious stone used in jewelry

Example

The emerald necklace sparkled in the sunlight.

Die Smaragd-Halskette funkelte im Sonnenlicht.

B2 noun /ˈfɔːrmjələ/

formula

Formel

Meaning

a fixed method for doing something; a mathematical or chemical rule expressed in symbols

Example

The scientist discovered a new formula for the medicine.

Der Wissenschaftler entdeckte eine neue Formel für das Medikament.

B2 verb /dɪˈpraɪv/

deprive

berauben

Meaning

to take something away from someone, or prevent them from having it

Example

The new law may deprive people of their rights.

Das neue Gesetz könnte den Menschen ihre Rechte rauben.

B2 adjective /ˈklɪn.ɪ.kəl/

clinical

klinisch

Meaning

Related to the observation and treatment of patients rather than theoretical study.

Example

The doctor conducted a clinical examination.

Der Arzt führte eine klinische Untersuchung durch.

B2 verb/noun /buː/

boo

Missbilligungsruf/warnton

Meaning

To show disapproval by shouting 'boo'; or a sound made to surprise or scare.

Example

The audience began to boo the bad performance.

Das Publikum begann, die schlechte Darbietung auszubuhen.

B2 verb /stɪtʃ/

stitch

Glück

Meaning

to sew with needle and thread; to join pieces of fabric

Example

She will stitch the torn dress carefully.

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

B2 noun /fɪˈlɒsəfə/

philosopher

Philosoph

Meaning

a person engaged in the study of philosophy or in serious thinking about fundamental questions

Example

Socrates was a famous philosopher of ancient Greece.

Sokrates war ein berühmter Philosoph im antiken Griechenland.

B2 verb /ˈskroʊlɪŋ/

scrolling

scrollen

Meaning

Moving through content on a screen by sliding up or down.

Example

Scrolling through feeds wastes a lot of time.

Durch Feeds scrollen verschwendet viel Zeit.

B2 noun /roʊˈteɪʃən/

Rotation

Drehung; Rotation; Umdrehung

Meaning

the action of rotating around an axis or center; a single turn

Example

The Earth's rotation takes 24 hours to complete.

Die Rotation der Erde dauert 24 Stunden.

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 kəˈmɒd.ə.ti

commodity

Ware

Meaning

A raw material or primary agricultural product that can be bought and sold.

Example

Oil is a valuable commodity in the global market.

Öl ist eine wertvolle Ware auf dem globalen Markt.