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B2 adverb /bɪˈfɔːr.hænd/

Beforehand

im Voraus; vorher; bevor
Meaning
in advance; ahead of time; earlier
Example
We prepared everything beforehand.
Wir haben alles im Voraus vorbereitet.
B2 verb /stɪə(r)/

steer

steuern
Meaning
to guide or control the movement of a vehicle, vessel, or person
Example
He steered the car carefully through the narrow street.
Er steuerte das Auto vorsichtig durch die enge Straße.
B2 verb /rɪˈkɜːr/

recur

wiederholen
Meaning
to happen again, especially repeatedly or at regular intervals
Example
The headache tends to recur every few weeks.
Kopfschmerzen neigen dazu, alle paar Wochen wiederzukehren.
B2 noun /vɜːrdʒ/

Verge

Rand; Grenze; Schwelle
Meaning
the edge or border of something; very close to happening
Example
She was on the verge of tears.
Sie war am Rande der Tränen.
B2 noun /ˈɪntərvəl/

interval

intervall
Meaning
a period of time between two events or points; a pause or break in activity
Example
There was a short interval between the two performances.
Es gab ein kurzes Intervall zwischen den beiden Aufführungen.
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 ˈbɛntʃˌmɑːr.kɪŋ

benchmarking

Festlegung von Standards und vergleichende Analyse
Meaning
Comparing with a specific industry or competitor to set the best standards.
Example
Companies use benchmarking to assess their performance.
Unternehmen nutzen Benchmarking, um ihre Leistung zu bewerten.
B2 adjective /ˈtʃʌbi/

chubby

pummelig
Meaning
slightly fat in a way that looks healthy and pleasant
Example
The baby has chubby cheeks.
Das Baby hat pummelige Wangen.
B2 noun wɪnd ˈen.ə.dʒi

wind energy

Windenergie
Meaning
Energy generated from wind using wind turbines to convert kinetic energy into electrical power.
Example
Wind energy is harnessed in Masdar City.
Windenergie wird in Masdar City genutzt.
B2 noun /ˈmɜːrtʃənt/

merchant

Händler
Meaning
a person or company involved in the trade of goods, especially in large quantities
Example
The merchant sold spices from distant lands.
Der Händler verkaufte Gewürze aus fernen Ländern.
B2 noun /ˈsɜːr.tən.ti/

Certainty

Gewissheit
Meaning
firm conviction that something is the case; the quality of being reliably true
Example
We can say with certainty that the project will be completed on time.
Wir können mit Gewissheit sagen, dass das Projekt pünktlich abgeschlossen wird.
B2 adjective, verb (past) /səˈspɛndɪd/

suspended

ausgesetzt
Meaning
Temporarily not allowed, stopped, or hanging.
Example
He was suspended from school for a week.
Er wurde für eine Woche von der Schule ausgesetzt.
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 noun /əˈstɒnɪʃmənt/

astonishment

Erstaunen
Meaning
Great surprise or amazement.
Example
She looked at the magician with astonishment.
Sie schaute den Magier mit Erstaunen an.
B2 verb /ˈbætər/

batter

wiederholt schlagen
Meaning
To strike repeatedly with force.
Example
The waves battered the shoreline all night.
Die Wellen schlugen die Küste die ganze Nacht.
B2 verb /feɪd/

fade

verblassen
Meaning
To gradually lose brightness, color, or strength.
Example
The colors of the old photo have started to fade.
Die Farben des alten Fotos haben begonnen, zu verblassen.
B2 verb /ˈfɜːrnɪʃ/

furnish

einrichten, bereitstellen
Meaning
to provide or supply with furniture or equipment
Example
They furnished the new house with modern furniture.
Sie haben das neue Haus mit modernen Möbeln eingerichtet.
B2 verb /ɡriːv/

grieve

trauern
Meaning
To feel or cause deep sorrow, especially due to someone's death.
Example
She continues to grieve the loss of her best friend.
Sie trauert weiterhin um den Verlust ihrer besten Freundin.
B2 adjective, noun /ədˈvaɪzəri/

advisory

beratend
Meaning
(adjective) having the power to give advice but not to make sure that it is followed; (noun) an official announcement containing information or a warning
Example
The committee serves in an advisory capacity to the board of directors.
Der Ausschuss dient dem Vorstand in beratender Funktion.
B2 noun /mɪˈθɒlədʒi/

mythology

Mythologie
Meaning
A collection of myths, especially belonging to a particular culture or religion.
Example
Greek mythology is filled with stories of gods and heroes.
Die griechische Mythologie ist voller Geschichten von Göttern und Helden.
B2 noun /ˈwɔː.tər pɒt/

Water pot

Wasserkrug
Meaning
a container used for storing or carrying water
Example
The water pot in the kitchen was filled with fresh drinking water.
Der Wasserkrug in der Küche war mit frischem Trinkwasser gefüllt.
B2 verb, noun /ɪkˈsplɔɪt/

exploit

ausbeuten / nutzen
Meaning
to make full use of and derive benefit from (a resource); to use someone unfairly for one’s own advantage
Example
The company was accused of exploiting child labor.
Das Unternehmen wurde beschuldigt, Kinderarbeit auszubeuten.
B2 noun, verb /ræŋks/

ranks

Ränge
Meaning
Positions within a group, especially in a hierarchy or organization.
Example
He quickly moved up the ranks of the army.
Er stieg schnell in den Rängen der Armee auf.
B2 verb /pəˈzɛs/

possess

besitzen / haben
Meaning
To have or own something; to hold a quality or characteristic.
Example
She possesses great talent in music.
Sie besitzt großes Talent in der Musik.
B2 adverb /ˌfɜːrðərˈmɔːr/

furthermore

außerdem
Meaning
Used to introduce an additional point or idea; in addition.
Example
The plan is simple and, furthermore, it is affordable.
Der Plan ist einfach und außerdem ist er erschwinglich.
B2 adjective /ˈdræs.tɪk/

Drastic

drastisch; schwerwiegend; weitreichend
Meaning
extreme; severe; having a strong or far-reaching effect
Example
The company took drastic measures to reduce costs.
Das Unternehmen ergriff drastische Maßnahmen, um die Kosten zu senken.
B2 noun /ˈmɑːrbəl/

marble

Glück
Meaning
a hard, smooth stone used in building and sculpture, often white with colored lines
Example
The floor of the palace was made of white marble.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B2 noun /ˈɛmbəsi/

embassy

Botschaft
Meaning
the official residence or offices of an ambassador
Example
He works at the French embassy in Dhaka.
Er arbeitet in der französischen Botschaft in Dhaka.
B2 noun /ˈɜːrnər/

earner

Verdiener
Meaning
A person who earns money through work or business
Example
She is the primary earner in her family.
Sie ist die Hauptverdiener in ihrer Familie.
B2 verb /ˈdʒʌstɪfaɪ/

justify

rechtfertigen
Meaning
to show or prove that something is right or reasonable
Example
He tried to justify his decision with logical reasons.
Er versuchte, seine Entscheidung mit logischen Gründen zu rechtfertigen.
B2 adjective /ˈrɪtʃ.u.əl/

Ritual

ritual
Meaning
relating to religious or ceremonial practices
Example
The wedding ceremony included many traditional ritual elements.
Die Hochzeitszeremonie beinhaltete viele traditionelle rituelle Elemente.
B2 adjective /ˈʃæl.oʊ/

Shallow

oberflächlich; seicht; Mangel an tieferem Wissen
Meaning
not deep; superficial; lacking depth of knowledge
Example
The shallow water is perfect for children to play.
Das seichte Wasser ist perfekt für Kinder zum Spielen.
B2 verb /dʌmp/

dump

etwas achtlos wegwerfen oder ablegen
Meaning
to drop or dispose of something carelessly; to end a relationship suddenly
Example
He dumped all the trash into the bin.
Er hat den ganzen Müll in den Mülleimer geworfen.
B2 noun /ˈbʊlɪt/

Bullet

Kugel
Meaning
a metal projectile fired from a gun
Example
The bullet missed its target and hit the wall.
Die Kugel verfehlte ihr Ziel und traf die Wand.
B2 noun /ˌdɒkjʊmɛnˈteɪʃən/

documentation

Dokumentation
Meaning
material that provides official information or evidence
Example
The documentation for the project is available for review.
Die Dokumentation für das Projekt ist zur Überprüfung verfügbar.
B2 noun /prəˈfɪʃənsi/

proficiency

Kompetenz
Meaning
Competency or skill; expertise.
Example
His proficiency in multiple languages is remarkable.
Seine Kompetenz in mehreren Sprachen ist bemerkenswert.
B2 adjective /kəˈreɪdʒəs/

Courageous

mutig; furchtlos; zeigt Mut im Angesicht der Gefahr
Meaning
brave; fearless; showing courage in the face of danger
Example
The courageous firefighter rescued the family from the burning building.
Der mutige Feuerwehrmann rettete die Familie aus dem brennenden Gebäude.
B2 noun /ɪnˈkwaɪəri/ or /ˈɪnkwəri/

inquiry

Untersuchung / Anfrage
Meaning
An act of asking for information; an investigation into something.
Example
The committee launched an inquiry into the financial irregularities.
Der Ausschuss leitete eine Untersuchung der finanziellen Unregelmäßigkeiten ein.
B2 verb /ˈpiːtər/

peter

allmählich nachlassen
Meaning
to diminish gradually and come to an end; to fade or dwindle away
Example
The excitement of the event began to peter out after a few hours.
Die Aufregung des Events begann nach ein paar Stunden zu verblassen.
B2 adjective /ˌʌnəˈfɪʃ.əl/

Unofficial

inoffiziell
Meaning
not officially authorized or confirmed; informal
Example
The unofficial results showed a close race.
Die inoffiziellen Ergebnisse zeigten ein knappes Rennen.
B2 noun /ˈhænd.fʊl/

Handful

eine Handvoll; eine kleine Menge oder Zahl; etwas, das schwer zu kontrollieren ist
Meaning
a quantity that fills the hand; a small number or amount; something difficult to control
Example
She grabbed a handful of nuts from the bowl before heading out for her walk.
Sie griff sich eine Handvoll Nüsse aus der Schale, bevor sie zum Spaziergang ging.
B2 adjective /veɪn/

Vain

eitel; vergeblich
Meaning
having excessive pride in one's appearance; futile or unsuccessful
Example
She spent hours in front of the mirror being quite vain.
Sie verbrachte Stunden vor dem Spiegel und war ziemlich eitel.
B2 adjective /ˈstʌdid/

studied

überlegt
Meaning
carefully considered, deliberate, or planned
Example
Her response was calm and studied, not impulsive.
Ihre Antwort war ruhig und überlegt, nicht impulsiv.
B2 noun /tʃʌŋk/

chunk

Stück / Brocken
Meaning
a thick or solid piece of something
Example
She cut the cake into large chunks.
Sie schnitt den Kuchen in große Stücke.
B2 noun /droʊn/

Drone

männliche biene
Meaning
a male bee that does not work and whose only function is to mate with the queen
Example
The drone bees do not collect honey like worker bees.
Die Drohnen sammeln keinen Honig wie die Arbeiterbienen.
B2 adjective /æʃ ˈkʌl.ər/

Ash-colour

aschefarbig
Meaning
a grayish color resembling ash
Example
The old building had ash-colour walls that needed painting.
Das alte Gebäude hatte aschefarbene Wände, die gestrichen werden mussten.
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 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 noun /səˈplaɪə(r)/

supplier

Lieferant
Meaning
a person or company that provides goods or services
Example
The supplier delivered the products on time.
Der Lieferant lieferte die Produkte pünktlich.
B2 noun /ˈfriːdəm ˌfaɪtər/

freedom fighter

Freiheitskämpfer
Meaning
a person who takes part in an armed or political struggle to achieve freedom or independence for their people or country
Example
The freedom fighter dedicated his life to the liberation of his homeland.
Der Freiheitskämpfer widmete sein Leben der Befreiung seines Landes.
B2 noun /ˈmɛmoʊ/

memo

Memo
Meaning
a written message, typically in a business setting
Example
He wrote a memo to the staff about the upcoming meeting.
Er schrieb ein Memo an das Personal über das bevorstehende Meeting.
B2 noun ˈkrɪt.ɪ.kəl ˈθɪŋ.kɪŋ

critical thinking

kritisches Denken
Meaning
The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment.
Example
Critical thinking helps in making informed decisions.
Kritisches Denken hilft, informierte Entscheidungen zu treffen.
B2 noun /kəmˈplɛksɪti/

complexity

Komplexität
Meaning
The state of being complex; intricacy.
Example
The complexity of the problem required a team of experts.
Die Komplexität des Problems erforderte ein Expertenteam.
B2 adjective /dɪˌveləpˈmentl/

developmental

entwicklungsbezogen
Meaning
relating to the process of growth or progress
Example
Early childhood is a crucial developmental stage for learning.
Die frühe Kindheit ist eine entscheidende entwicklungsbezogene Phase für das Lernen.
B2 noun prəˈsiːdɪŋz

proceedings

Verfahren
Meaning
An event or a series of activities involving a formal or set procedure.
Example
The proceedings discussed language issues.
Die Verhandlungen diskutierten Sprachprobleme.
B2 noun /ˈbɒdiɡɑːrd/

bodyguard

Bodyguard
Meaning
a person employed to protect someone from harm
Example
The celebrity arrived with her bodyguard.
Die Berühmtheit kam mit ihrem Bodyguard.
B2 noun, adjective /tɑːrt/

tart

Tarte
Meaning
A small pie with a sweet or savory filling; or having a sharp, sour taste.
Example
She served a delicious apple tart for dessert.
Sie servierte zum Nachtisch eine köstliche Apfeltarte.
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 noun /veɪl/

Veil

Schleier; Maske; Brautschleier;
Meaning
a piece of fine material worn to protect or conceal the face; something that conceals or disguises
Example
The bride wore a beautiful white veil during the ceremony.
Die Braut trug während der Zeremonie einen schönen weißen Schleier.
B2 noun ˈbɪz.nɪs ˈfaɪ.næns

business finance

Unternehmensfinanzierung
Meaning
The area of finance that deals with sources of funding and the capital structure of corporations.
Example
Effective business finance enhances profitability.
Effektive Unternehmensfinanzierung steigert die Rentabilität.
B2 noun /ˌɛkskləˈmeɪʃən/

exclamation

Ausruf
Meaning
A sudden cry or remark expressing strong emotion or surprise.
Example
She let out an exclamation of joy when she heard the news.
Sie stieß einen Ausruf der Freude aus, als sie die Nachricht hörte.
B2 noun /sneɪl/

Snail

schnecke
Meaning
a small soft creature with a shell on its back that moves very slowly
Example
The snail left a shiny trail as it crawled across the leaf.
Die Schnecke hinterließ eine glänzende Spur, als sie über das Blatt kroch.
B2 noun /ˈep.ɪk/

Epic

Epos
Meaning
a long poem telling of heroic deeds; something heroic or grand in scale
Example
The Iliad is one of the most famous epics in world literature.
Die Ilias ist eines der berühmtesten Epen der Weltliteratur.
B2 adjective /ɡəʊl ɔːˈrɪəntɪd/

goal-oriented

zielorientiert
Meaning
Focused on achieving specific objectives or targets; driven by clear aims.
Example
Being goal-oriented is crucial for achieving success.
Zielorientiert zu sein ist entscheidend für den Erfolg.
B2 noun /ˈkʌm.pəs/

Compass

kompass
Meaning
an instrument for finding direction with a magnetic needle pointing to magnetic north
Example
The hiker used a compass to find the right direction.
Der Wanderer benutzte einen Kompass, um die richtige Richtung zu finden.
B2 verb, noun /sniːz/

sneeze

niesen
Meaning
to expel air involuntarily from the nose and mouth due to irritation; the act of sneezing
Example
I had to sneeze during the meeting.
Ich musste während des Treffens niesen.
B2 noun ˈpɛs.tɪ.saɪdz

pesticides

Pestizide
Meaning
Substances used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.
Example
Excessive pesticides use can harm the environment.
Der übermäßige Einsatz von Pestiziden kann der Umwelt schaden.
B2 noun /ˈtriːti/

Treaty

vertrag
Meaning
a formally concluded and ratified agreement between countries or states
Example
The peace treaty was signed after years of negotiations.
Der Friedensvertrag wurde nach jahrelangen Verhandlungen unterzeichnet.
B2 noun /ˈtɔːtʃər/

torture

Folter
Meaning
the action or practice of inflicting severe pain on someone as a punishment or to force them to do something
Example
He was subjected to torture during the interrogation.
Er wurde während des Verhörs gefoltert.
B2 verb /ɪnˈkʌmpəs/

encompass

einbeziehen
Meaning
To include comprehensively; to surround or encircle.
Example
The project will encompass all aspects of rural development.
Das Projekt wird alle Aspekte der ländlichen Entwicklung einbeziehen.
B2 noun ˈpeɪtriəˌtɪzəm

patriotism

Patriotismus
Meaning
The quality of being patriotic; devotion to and vigorous support for one's country.
Example
Victory Day reflects the patriotism of the entire nation.
Der Tag des Sieges spiegelt den Patriotismus der ganzen Nation wider.
B2 noun /ˈsaɪkloʊn/

cyclone

Zyklon
Meaning
a large-scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure; a violent tropical storm
Example
The cyclone caused severe flooding along the coast.
Der Zyklon verursachte schwere Überschwemmungen an der Küste.
B2 adverb /ˌoʊvərˈnaɪt/

Overnight

über Nacht; plötzlich; sehr schnell
Meaning
during the night; suddenly; very quickly
Example
The city was transformed overnight.
Die Stadt wurde über Nacht verwandelt.
B2 noun /əˈmɛnətiz/

amenities

Annehmlichkeiten
Meaning
useful or pleasant facilities and services provided for comfort or convenience
Example
The hotel offers modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi and a swimming pool.
Das Hotel bietet moderne Annehmlichkeiten wie kostenloses WLAN und einen Pool.
B2 adverb /ˈdʒɛnjʊɪnli/

genuinely

wirklich
Meaning
in a truthful and sincere way
Example
She genuinely cares about the environment.
Sie sorgt wirklich für die Umwelt.
B2 noun /ˈfjʊr.i/

Fury

wilde oder gewalttätige Wut;
Meaning
wild or violent anger; extreme intensity of emotion or activity
Example
His fury was evident when he discovered someone had stolen his bicycle.
Seine Wut war offensichtlich, als er entdeckte, dass jemand sein Fahrrad gestohlen hatte.
B2 noun /bʌlk/

Bulk

Masse; der größere Teil;
Meaning
the mass or size of something large; the greater part or majority of something
Example
The bulk of the work was completed before the deadline.
Der Großteil der Arbeit wurde vor der Frist abgeschlossen.
B2 noun ˈəʊnəʃɪp

ownership

Eigentum
Meaning
The act, state, or right of possessing something; legal title to something.
Example
Ownership of resources was crucial.
Das Eigentum an Ressourcen war entscheidend.
B2 noun /ˈpɑːs.tʃər/

Posture

Glück
Meaning
the position in which someone holds their body; a particular attitude or approach
Example
Good posture is important for preventing back pain.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B2 noun /moʊd/

Mode

Modus; Art
Meaning
a way or manner in which something occurs or is done; a setting
Example
The computer has a sleep mode to save energy.
Der Computer hat einen Schlafmodus, um Energie zu sparen.
B2 noun /ˈmaɪnɪŋ/

mining

Bergbau
Meaning
the process of extracting valuable minerals or other resources from the earth
Example
Mining in this area has increased in recent years.
Der Bergbau in dieser Region hat in den letzten Jahren zugenommen.
B2 noun ˌɪn.fləˈmeɪ.ʃən

inflammation

Entzündung
Meaning
A localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful.
Example
Chronic inflammation can lead to severe diseases.
Chronische Entzündung kann zu schweren Krankheiten führen.
B2 adjective /ˈwɜːrθləs/

Worthless

wertlos; nutzlos; bedeutungslos
Meaning
having no value; useless
Example
The old computer became worthless after the new software updates.
Der alte Computer wurde nach den neuen Software-Updates wertlos.
B2 noun /lɔːntʃ/

Launch

Launch
Meaning
a large motorboat or a boat used to transport people and goods
Example
We took a launch to cross the river.
Wir haben ein Launch genommen, um den Fluss zu überqueren.
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 /kroʊ/

Crow

rabe
Meaning
a large black bird known for its intelligence and harsh call
Example
The crow cawed loudly from the tree branch.
Der Rabe krächzte laut vom Baumast.
B2 adjective /ˌmæθəˈmætɪkəl/

mathematical

mathematisch
Meaning
relating to mathematics or the use of mathematics
Example
The mathematical equation was difficult to solve.
Die mathematische Gleichung war schwer zu lösen.
B2 noun /ˈmʌð.ər.hʊd/

Motherhood

Mutterschaft
Meaning
the state of being a mother; the qualities of a mother
Example
She embraced the joys and challenges of motherhood.
Sie nahm die Freuden und Herausforderungen der Mutterschaft an.
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 ˈɪmplɪment

implement

umsetzen
Meaning
To put a decision or plan into effect; to execute or apply.
Example
Implementing educational policies is essential for progress.
Es ist entscheidend, Bildungspolitiken umzusetzen, um Fortschritte zu erzielen.
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 ɪnˈdʒʌstɪs

injustice

ungerechtigkeit
Meaning
Lack of fairness or justice; the practice of being unjust or unfair.
Example
The story portrays the injustices faced by the common people.
Die Geschichte stellt die Ungerechtigkeiten dar, denen die gewöhnlichen Menschen gegenüberstehen.
B2 adjective /ˈpɒlɪʃt/

polished

poliert, raffiniert und elegant
Meaning
refined, sophisticated, and elegant in appearance or behavior
Example
She gave a polished performance at the recital.
Sie gab eine polierte Vorstellung beim Recital.
B2 noun /ɔːˈræŋ.ʊˌtæŋ/

Orang-Outang

Orang-Utang
Meaning
a large arboreal ape with long reddish hair, long arms, and hooked hands and feet, native to Borneo and Sumatra
Example
The orangutan swings gracefully through the forest canopy.
Der Orang-Utang schwingt anmutig durch das Blätterdach des Waldes.
B2 verb /ˈbraɪtən/

brighten

aufhellen
Meaning
to make something lighter or more colorful; to improve mood or make happier
Example
A few kind words can brighten someone's day.
Ein paar freundliche Worte können jemandem den Tag aufhellen.
B2 noun /ˈsɜːr.plʌs/

surplus

überschuss
Meaning
An amount that is more than what is needed.
Example
The country has a surplus of food this year.
Das Land hat in diesem Jahr einen Überschuss an Lebensmitteln.
B2 adjective /ˌkɒmplɪˈmɛntəri/

complementary

komplementär
Meaning
combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other
Example
The two partners have complementary skills.
Die beiden Partner haben komplementäre Fähigkeiten.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈbæləns/

Unbalanced

unausgeglichen; instabil
Meaning
not balanced; lacking stability or equilibrium; mentally unstable
Example
The unbalanced table kept wobbling.
Der unausgeglichene Tisch wackelte.
B2 verb /pliːd/

plead

flehen
Meaning
to make an emotional appeal; to present a case in court
Example
She pleaded for mercy.
Sie flehte um Gnade.
B2 noun /ˈtɛl.ər/

teller

Bankangestellter; Erzähler
Meaning
A person who counts and manages money at a bank; a person who tells or relates something
Example
The bank teller counted the cash carefully before handing it over.
Der Bankangestellte zählte das Bargeld sorgfältig, bevor er es übergab.
B2 noun /ˈkrɪtɪk/

critic

Kritiker
Meaning
A person who judges the merits of something, especially art or literature
Example
The film critic praised the director's latest movie.
Der Filmkritiker lobte den neuesten Film des Regisseurs.
B2 noun /ˈdiː.sən.si/

Decency

Anstand
Meaning
behavior that conforms to accepted standards of morality or respectability
Example
She had the decency to apologize for her mistake immediately.
Sie hatte den Anstand, sich sofort für ihren Fehler zu entschuldigen.
B2 noun /ɪnˈveɪʒən/

invasion

Invasion
Meaning
An instance of invading a country, region, or personal space with armed force or unwelcome presence.
Example
The army prepared for the possibility of an invasion.
Die Armee bereitete sich auf die Möglichkeit einer Invasion vor.
B2 adjective /ˈnoʊ.bəl/

Noble

edel
Meaning
having high moral qualities; honorable; generous; of aristocratic birth
Example
His noble actions helped many people in need.
Seine edlen Taten halfen vielen Menschen in Not.
B2 noun /ˈænsestri/

ancestry

ahnenreihe
Meaning
one’s family origins or lineage
Example
He is proud of his royal ancestry.
Er ist stolz auf seine königliche Ahnenreihe.
B2 noun /ˈfreʃmən/

freshman

Erstsemester
Meaning
a first-year student at a high school, college, or university
Example
The freshman felt nervous on his first day at university.
Der Erstsemester fühlte sich nervös an seinem ersten Tag an der Universität.
B2 noun /ˈroʊstɪd miːt/

Roasted meat

geröstetes Fleisch
Meaning
meat cooked by dry heat in an oven or over fire
Example
The roasted meat was perfectly seasoned and tender.
Das geröstete Fleisch war perfekt gewürzt und zart.
B2 noun /ˈblʌn.dər/

blunder

ein dummer oder nachlässiger Fehler; ein schwerwiegender Fehler im Urteil.
Meaning
A stupid or careless mistake; a serious error in judgment.
Example
His blunder cost the company a fortune.
Sein Fehler hat das Unternehmen ein Vermögen gekostet.
B2 adjective /ˌʌnɪˈmædʒənəbəl/

Unimaginable

unvorstellbar
Meaning
impossible to conceive; beyond imagination
Example
The scale of destruction was unimaginable until we saw it firsthand.
Das Ausmaß der Zerstörung war unvorstellbar, bis wir es mit eigenen Augen sahen.
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 /ˌvʌl.nər.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

vulnerability

verwundbarkeit
Meaning
The quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed.
Example
Addressing vulnerability is crucial for stability.
Die Ansprechen der Verwundbarkeit ist entscheidend für die Stabilität.
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 /ɪnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdiə/

encyclopedia

Enzyklopädie
Meaning
a book or set of books containing information on many subjects, usually arranged alphabetically
Example
She used an encyclopedia to complete her school project.
Sie benutzte eine Enzyklopädie, um ihr Schulprojekt abzuschließen.
B2 adverb /ˈlaɪtli/

lightly

leicht
Meaning
gently or with little force or weight
Example
She touched the baby’s hand lightly.
Sie berührte die Hand des Babys leicht.
B2 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈviːniənt/

Inconvenient

unbequem; störend; problematisch
Meaning
causing trouble, difficulties, or discomfort; awkward; troublesome
Example
The broken elevator made it inconvenient to reach the top floor.
Der kaputte Aufzug machte es unbequem, den obersten Stock zu erreichen.
B2 noun /sɪv/

Seive

sieb
Meaning
a utensil consisting of a wire or plastic mesh held in a frame, used for straining solids from liquids
Example
She used a sieve to separate the flour from lumps.
Sie benutzte ein Sieb, um das Mehl von Klumpen zu trennen.
B2 noun /drɪl/

drill

Bohrer
Meaning
a tool or exercise used for making holes or practicing skills
Example
The students took part in a fire drill at school.
Die Schüler nahmen an einer Feuerübung in der Schule teil.
B2 adverb /ˈbrɔːdli/

broadly

weitgehend
Meaning
in a general or wide manner.
Example
The rules are broadly similar across all regions.
Die Regeln sind in allen Regionen weitgehend ähnlich.
B2 adjective /aɪˈdentɪkəl/

Identical

identisch; genau gleich
Meaning
exactly the same; not different in any way
Example
The twins look completely identical to each other.
Die Zwillinge sehen völlig identisch aus.
B2 verb /ˈrendər/

render

bereitstellen
Meaning
to provide or give; to make or cause to become
Example
The artist renders the scene beautifully.
Der Künstler stellt die Szene wunderschön dar.
B2 noun /ˈkwɔː.tərz/

Quarters

Unterkunft; Quartiere; Militärunterkunft
Meaning
living accommodation; lodgings; military housing
Example
The soldiers returned to their quarters after the training exercise.
Die Soldaten kehrten nach ihrem Training in ihre Quartiere zurück.