B2 verb /bɪˈfrɛnd/

befriend

sich anfreunden

Meaning

to act as a friend to someone; to make friends with

Example

She befriended the new student at school.

Sie freundete sich mit dem neuen Schüler in der Schule an.

B2 noun /ɪnˈdʌstriəl ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən/

Industrial Revolution

Industrielle Revolution

Meaning

The rapid development of industry that occurred in Britain in the late 18th and 19th centuries, brought about by the introduction of machinery and characterized by the use of steam power and the growth of factories.

Example

The Industrial Revolution marked a shift in production processes.

Die industrielle Revolution markierte einen Wandel in den Produktionsprozessen.

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 verb /ˌoʊvərˈloʊd/

overload

überladen

Meaning

to load with too much weight or cargo; to give too much work or information

Example

Don't overload the washing machine or it might break down.

Überlade die Waschmaschine nicht, sonst könnte sie kaputt gehen.

B2 verb /ˈɒkjʊpaɪ/

occupy

besetzen

Meaning

to take up space or time; to live or work in a place

Example

The new family will occupy the house next month.

Die neue Familie wird das Haus naechsten Monat beziehen.

B2 noun, verb, adjective /ˈpeɪtənt/ or /ˈpætənt/

patent

Patent

Meaning

a government license granting exclusive rights to an inventor; also to obtain such rights

Example

He patented his new invention to protect it from being copied.

Er hat seine neue Erfindung patentieren lassen, um sie vor dem Kopieren zu schützen.

B2 verb /skɪm/

skim

schnell lesen

Meaning

to move quickly over a surface or to read something quickly

Example

She skimmed through the report before the meeting.

Sie überflog den Bericht vor dem Treffen.

B2 noun /ˌoʊ.vɚˈkraʊ.dɪŋ/

overcrowding

übermäßige Menschenansammlungen

Meaning

Excessive crowd or packed condition, having more people or vehicles in a place than the approved capacity.

Example

The subway system suffers from severe overcrowding during peak hours.

Das U-Bahn-System leidet während der Hauptverkehrszeiten unter schwerer Überfüllung.

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 noun /ˈfaʊn.tən/

Fountain

brunnen

Meaning

a natural spring of water; an artificial structure from which water flows

Example

The fountain in the park attracts many visitors.

Der Brunnen im Park zieht viele Besucher an.

B2 noun ˌɪn.təˈven.ʃən

intervention

Eingreifen

Meaning

The action or process of intervening; involvement in a situation to improve or help it.

Example

The intervention of the UN was crucial in resolving the conflict.

Das Eingreifen der UNO war entscheidend für die Beilegung des Konflikts.

B2 noun /ˈlaɪv.stɒk/

livestock

Vieh

Meaning

farm animals such as cattle, sheep, and pigs that are kept for use or profit

Example

The farmer raised livestock to supply meat and milk for the market.

Der Bauer züchtete Vieh, um Fleisch und Milch für den Markt bereitzustellen.

B2 noun kənˈsen.səs

consensus

Konsens

Meaning

A general agreement among all members of a group.

Example

Consensus was reached after long deliberation.

Ein Konsens wurde nach langer Beratung erreicht.

B2 adjective /ɪˈmædʒ.ɪ.nər.i/

Imaginary

imaginär; fiktiv; nicht real

Meaning

existing only in imagination; not real; fictional

Example

The child had an imaginary friend who she talked to every day.

Das Kind hatte einen imaginären Freund, mit dem es jeden Tag sprach.

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 adverb /ˈskɪl.fəl.i/

Skilfully/US: Skillfully

geschickt

Meaning

in a way that shows ability and training; expertly

Example

She skilfully painted the portrait in just two hours.

Sie malte das Porträt geschickt in nur zwei Stunden.

B2 noun /ˌdɛm.əˈɡræf.ɪks/

Demographics

Demografie

Meaning

Statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.

Example

Demographics help in targeted advertising.

Demografische Daten helfen bei gezielter Werbung.

B2 verb /kənˈsoʊl/

console

trösten

Meaning

to comfort someone who is sad or disappointed; to provide solace

Example

She tried to console her friend after the loss.

Sie versuchte, ihre Freundin nach dem Verlust zu trösten.

B2 noun ˌriːfɔːˈreɪʃən

reforestation

Aufforstung

Meaning

The natural or intentional restocking of existing forests and woodlands that have been depleted.

Example

Reforestation efforts are crucial to restoring ecosystems.

Aufforstungsbemühungen sind entscheidend, um Ökosysteme wiederherzustellen.

B2 noun /pərˈsɪstəns/

persistence

Beharrlichkeit

Meaning

the quality of continuing steadily despite problems or difficulties

Example

His persistence finally paid off when he got the job.

Seine Beharrlichkeit zahlte sich schließlich aus, als er den Job bekam.

B2 adjective /ˈtrʌst.wɜː.ði/

Trustworthy

zuverlässig

Meaning

able to be relied on as honest or truthful; deserving of trust

Example

He is a trustworthy friend who always keeps his promises.

Er ist ein vertrauenswürdiger Freund, der immer sein Wort hält.

B2 adjective; past participle /ˈɒnəd/

honoured

geehrt

Meaning

treated with respect or distinction; feeling proud and privileged

Example

She felt deeply honoured to receive the award.

Sie fühlte sich geehrt, den Preis zu erhalten.

B2 verb /ˌdɪsɪnˈfɛkt/

disinfect

desinfizieren

Meaning

to clean something thoroughly to destroy bacteria or viruses

Example

The nurse disinfected the wound before applying a bandage.

Die Krankenschwester desinfizierte die Wunde, bevor sie einen Verband anlegte.

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 rɪˈpʌb.lɪk

republic

Republik

Meaning

A state in which supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives, with an elected or nominated president rather than a monarch.

Example

A republic is governed by representatives of the people.

Eine Republik wird von den Vertretern des Volkes regiert.

B2 noun /plæˈtoʊ/

plateau

Hochfläche, flaches, erhöhtes Land, eine Phase mit wenig Veränderung

Meaning

an elevated flat area of land or a period of little change

Example

After months of growth, sales reached a plateau.

Nach Monaten des Wachstums erreichten die Verkäufe ein Plateau.

B2 noun /ˌkeɪ.pəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

capability

kapazität

Meaning

The ability or capacity to do something.

Example

The telescope's capability is unparalleled.

Die Kapazität des Teleskops ist unvergleichlich.

B2 adjective /dɪˈzæs.trəs/

Disastrous

katastrophal

Meaning

extremely bad or unsuccessful; causing great damage

Example

The hurricane had disastrous effects on the city.

Der Hurrikan hatte katastrophale Auswirkungen auf die Stadt.

B2 noun /beɪ liːf/

Bay leaf

Lorbeerblatt

Meaning

dried aromatic leaf of the bay laurel tree used as a culinary herb

Example

Add a bay leaf to the soup for extra flavor.

Fügen Sie ein Lorbeerblatt zur Suppe für zusätzlichen Geschmack hinzu.

B2 noun prəˈɡreʃ.ən

progression

Fortschritt

Meaning

The process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state.

Example

Progression in technology drives innovation.

Fortschritt in der Technologie treibt Innovation an.

B2 noun /fleɪm/

Flame

Flamme

Meaning

a hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by something on fire

Example

The candle flame flickered gently in the evening breeze.

Die Kerzenflamme flackerte sanft im Abendwind.

B2 noun /slɛdʒ/

sledge

Schlitten

Meaning

a vehicle for traveling over snow, often pulled by animals

Example

The children rode a sledge down the snowy hill.

Die Kinder fuhren mit einem Schlitten den verschneiten Hügel hinunter.

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 verb /ɪmˈprɪzən/

imprison

einsperren

Meaning

to put someone in prison; to confine or restrict someone's freedom

Example

The judge imprisoned the criminal for five years.

Der Richter hat den Verbrecher für fünf Jahre eingesperrt.

B2 noun, verb /kɜːrs/

curse

Fluch

Meaning

a solemn wish that harm or misfortune should befall someone; a rude or offensive word or phrase; to utter offensive words or wish harm upon someone

Example

He cursed loudly when he realized he had lost his wallet.

Er fluchte laut, als er merkte, dass er seine Brieftasche verloren hatte.

B2 adverb /ˈmiːn.taɪm/

Meantime

in der Zwischenzeit

Meaning

during the time between two events; in the period of time between now and when something else happens

Example

The food will be ready in an hour; in the meantime, we can watch TV.

Das Essen wird in einer Stunde fertig sein; in der Zwischenzeit können wir fernsehen.

B2 noun /ˌsɛlf əˈwɛə.nəs/

self-awareness

Selbstbewusstsein

Meaning

Conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires.

Example

Self-awareness helps in understanding one's emotions and actions.

Selbstbewusstsein hilft dabei, die eigenen Emotionen und Handlungen zu verstehen.

B2 verb /kəˈmɛns/

commence

beginnen

Meaning

to begin or start something

Example

The ceremony will commence at noon.

Die Zeremonie wird um Mittag beginnen.

B2 adjective /ˈdaʊt.fəl/

Doubtful

zweifelhaft; unsicher; sich unsicher fühlen über etwas

Meaning

uncertain; questionable; feeling uncertain about something

Example

I am doubtful about the success of this project.

Ich bin skeptisch bezüglich des Erfolgs dieses Projekts.

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 noun /ˈvæmpaɪər/

vampire

Glück

Meaning

a mythical creature that sucks blood from the living; metaphorically, a person who exploits others

Example

In folklore, a vampire rises at night to drink human blood.

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

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 /ˈaʊt.saɪ.dər/

Out-sider

Außenseiter

Meaning

a person who does not belong to a particular group; someone not accepted by a group

Example

As an outsider, he found it difficult to understand their traditions.

Als Außenseiter fand er es schwierig, ihre Traditionen zu verstehen.

B2 adjective /ˈsʌt.əl/

subtle

subtil, leicht, fein

Meaning

So delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyze or describe; making use of clever and indirect methods.

Example

The artist's use of color was subtle yet powerful.

Der Einsatz von Farbe des Künstlers war subtil, aber kraftvoll.

B2 verb /ˈpɒndər/

ponder

nachdenken

Meaning

to think about something carefully

Example

She pondered over the meaning of the poem.

Sie ponderte über die Bedeutung des Gedichts.

B2 verb, adjective /ɪˈlæbəreɪt/ (verb), /ɪˈlæbərət/ (adjective)

elaborate

ausführen / detailliert und kompliziert in der Gestaltung

Meaning

verb: to explain something in detail; adjective: detailed and complicated in design

Example

She asked him to elaborate on his proposal.

Sie bat ihn, seine Vorschläge weiter auszuführen.

B2 noun, verb /ˈbʌŋkər/

bunker

Bunker

Meaning

a reinforced underground shelter; to place or store something in a protected place

Example

They hid in a bunker during the air raid.

Sie versteckten sich während des Luftangriffs in einem Bunker.

B2 adjective /ˈplen.tɪ.fəl/

Plentiful

reichlich; in großer Menge

Meaning

abundant; existing in large quantity

Example

The harvest was plentiful this year due to good weather.

Die Ernte war in diesem Jahr aufgrund des guten Wetters reichlich.

B2 noun /dʒɜːm/

germ

Keim

Meaning

a microscopic organism, especially one that causes disease

Example

Washing your hands helps prevent the spread of germs.

Händewaschen hilft, die Verbreitung von Keimen zu verhindern.

B2 noun /ˈdræɡ.ən.flaɪ/

Dragon-fly

Libelle

Meaning

a large insect with four transparent wings that lives near water

Example

The dragonfly hovered over the pond.

Die Libelle schwebte über dem Teich.

B2 noun /'ræd.ɪʃ/

Radish

Radieschen

Meaning

a small pungent edible root vegetable with white or red skin

Example

The farmer harvested fresh radishes from the garden.

Der Bauer erntete frische Radieschen aus dem Garten.

B2 verb /ʌpˈhoʊld/

uphold

aufrechterhalten

Meaning

to maintain or support a principle, law, or decision

Example

The judge promised to uphold justice at all costs.

Der Richter versprach, die Gerechtigkeit um jeden Preis aufrechtzuerhalten.

B2 verb /ʌnˈveɪl/

unveil

enthüllen

Meaning

to reveal or disclose something, especially in a formal manner

Example

The company will unveil a new product next week.

Das Unternehmen wird nächste Woche ein neues Produkt enthüllen.

B2 noun /ˈkɒm.ɪt/

Comet

Komet

Meaning

a celestial object consisting of ice and dust that develops a tail when approaching the sun

Example

Halley's Comet appears in the sky every 76 years.

Der Halleysche Komet erscheint alle 76 Jahre am Himmel.

B2 noun, verb /ˈrætəl/

rattle

rasseln; Rassel

Meaning

to make a rapid series of short, sharp sounds; a device or object that makes such a sound

Example

The loose window began to rattle in the strong wind.

Das lockere Fenster begann im starken Wind zu rasseln.

B2 adjective /nəˈtɔːriəs/

notorious

berüchtigt

Meaning

Famous or well-known for something bad or undesirable

Example

The area is notorious for its high crime rate.

Das Gebiet ist berüchtigt wegen seiner hohen Kriminalitätsrate.

B2 noun, verb /sɪn/

sin

Sünde

Meaning

an immoral act considered to be a transgression against divine law; to commit an offense against religious or moral law

Example

He confessed his sin to the priest.

Er bekannte seine Sünde dem Priester.

B2 noun kəˌlæbəˈreɪʃən

collaboration

zusammenarbeit

Meaning

The action of working with someone to produce or create something

Example

International collaboration is necessary to fight pollution.

Internationale Zusammenarbeit ist notwendig, um gegen die Verschmutzung zu kämpfen.

B2 noun /ˈpeɪtrən/

patron

Mäzen

Meaning

a person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, or cause

Example

The library is supported by generous patrons.

Die Bibliothek wird von großzügigen Mäzenen unterstützt.

B2 noun /ˈdʌklɪŋ/

duckling

Entlein

Meaning

a young duck

Example

The mother duck led her ducklings to the pond.

Die Mutterente führte ihre Entchen zum Teich.

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 /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 adjective /ˈsiː.z ə n.əl/

Seasonal

saisonal

Meaning

relating to or occurring in a particular season; changing according to the seasons

Example

Many businesses hire seasonal workers during the holidays.

Viele Unternehmen stellen saisonale Arbeiter während der Ferien ein.

B2 noun /ˈpɪlər/

pillar

säule

Meaning

a strong vertical support or mainstay of a structure or system

Example

The ancient temple was supported by massive stone pillars.

Der alte Tempel wurde von riesigen Steinsäulen gestützt.

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 /əˈteɪn/

attain

erreichen

Meaning

to achieve or reach something

Example

She worked hard to attain her goals.

Sie arbeitete hart, um ihre Ziele zu erreichen.

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 noun /ˈmɪd.deɪ/

Midday

Mittag

Meaning

The middle of the day; twelve o'clock in the daytime; noon

Example

The sun is brightest at midday when it's directly overhead.

Die Sonne ist am hellsten zur Mittagszeit, wenn sie direkt über uns steht.

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 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 /ˈkɜːrtiəs/

courteous

höflich

Meaning

polite, respectful, or considerate in manner

Example

The staff at the hotel were very courteous to all guests.

Das Hotelpersonal war sehr höflich gegenüber allen Gästen.

B2 noun ˈɡaɪd.laɪnz

guidelines

richtlinien

Meaning

Rules or instructions that are given by an official organization telling you how to do something

Example

Guidelines for AI usage are essential.

Richtlinien für die Nutzung von KI sind unerlässlich.

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 adjective /ˈrɪɡ.ər.əs/

rigorous

streng

Meaning

Extremely thorough and demanding in analysis or practice.

Example

A rigorous study plan helps students achieve better results.

Ein strenger Studienplan hilft den Studenten, bessere Ergebnisse zu erzielen.

B2 adverb /ɪmˈpɒlɪtli/

impolitely

unhöflich

Meaning

in a rude or discourteous manner; without showing respect or proper manners

Example

He spoke impolitely to the waiter despite the polite service.

Er sprach unhöflich mit dem Kellner trotz des guten Services.

B2 verb /ɪmˈpoʊz/

impose

auferlegen

Meaning

to force someone to accept something; to establish or apply by authority

Example

The government imposed new taxes on luxury goods.

Die Regierung hat neue Steuern auf Luxusgüter auferlegt.

B2 verb /ɪnˈteɪl/

entail

beinhalten

Meaning

to involve something as a necessary or inevitable part or consequence

Example

The job will entail a lot of travel across the country.

Der Job wird viele Reisen im Land umfassen.

B2 verb /wiːv/

weave

weben

Meaning

to make cloth by interlacing threads; to move in and out

Example

She learned to weave beautiful carpets.

Sie hat gelernt, schöne Teppiche zu weben.

B2 adjective /ˈveɪ.kənt/

Vacant

leer; nicht besetzt; verfügbar

Meaning

empty; not occupied; available

Example

There is a vacant apartment on the second floor.

Es gibt eine leere Wohnung im zweiten Stock.

B2 noun /kənˈfɛʃən/

confession

Geständnis

Meaning

a statement admitting that one is guilty of a crime or has done something wrong

Example

The suspect made a full confession to the police.

Der Verdächtige legte der Polizei ein vollständiges Geständnis ab.

B2 noun /ˈɡloʊbəl əˈwɛrnɪs/

global awareness

globale Bewusstseinsbildung

Meaning

Worldwide consciousness and understanding of important issues that affect people globally, leading to informed action and policy changes.

Example

Global awareness of climate change is essential for policy changes.

Globale Bewusstseinsbildung über den Klimawandel ist entscheidend für politische Veränderungen.

B2 verb /ˈfæs.ɪ.neɪt/

fascinate

faszinieren

Meaning

to attract and hold the attention of someone; to charm or captivate

Example

The magician's performance fascinated the audience.

Die Darbietung des Magiers faszinierte das Publikum.

B2 noun /hiːl/

Heel

Ferse

Meaning

the back part of the human foot below the ankle

Example

She wore shoes with high heels to the party.

Sie trug hohe Absätze zu der Party.

B2 noun/adjective /ˌædəˈlɛsənt/

adolescent

Jugendlicher

Meaning

A young person in the process of developing from a child into an adult.

Example

Adolescents often experience rapid physical and emotional changes.

Jugendliche erleben oft schnelle körperliche und emotionale Veränderungen.

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 /brɪsk/

Brisk

lebendig; flott; energisch

Meaning

quick and energetic; lively; vigorous

Example

She took a brisk walk in the morning to feel energized.

Sie machte einen flotten Spaziergang am Morgen, um sich energiegeladen zu fühlen.

B2 noun /stjuːˈpɪdəti/

stupidity

Dummheit

Meaning

lack of intelligence or common sense

Example

His stupidity caused a lot of problems for the team.

Seine Dummheit verursachte viele Probleme für das Team.

B2 adjective /dɪˈstɪŋkt/

Distinct

ausgeprägt; einzigartig; klar; erkennbar

Meaning

separate and different; clear and recognizable; unique

Example

Each painting has its own distinct style and character.

Jedes Gemälde hat seinen eigenen, markanten Stil und Charakter.

B2 verb /sɔːr/

soar

emporsteigen / schnell steigen

Meaning

to fly or rise high in the air; to increase rapidly or dramatically

Example

The eagle soared high above the mountains.

Der Adler flog hoch über die Berge.

B2 adjective /ˈdʒɒli/

jolly

fröhlich

Meaning

Full of good humor and cheerfulness.

Example

The children were in a jolly mood at the party.

Die Kinder waren in einer fröhlichen Stimmung auf der Party.

B2 adverb /ˈhoʊli/

Wholly

vollständig; völlig

Meaning

Entirely; completely; to the full extent

Example

I am wholly committed to this project.

Ich bin vollständig in dieses Projekt investiert.

B2 adverb /ˈsɛkʃuəli/

sexually

sexuell

Meaning

in a way that relates to or involves sexual activity or feelings

Example

The film was considered too sexually explicit for young audiences.

Der Film wurde für ein junges Publikum als zu sexuell explizit angesehen.

B2 noun /ˈdeb.riː/

debris

Trümmer

Meaning

Scattered pieces of waste or remains.

Example

Debris in the eyes causes irritation.

Trümmer in den Augen verursachen Irritationen.

B2 noun ˈɡloʊbəl kəˌlæbəˈreɪʃən

global collaboration

globale Zusammenarbeit

Meaning

Cooperation and partnership between countries or organizations worldwide to address common challenges.

Example

Global collaboration is necessary to address climate change.

Globale Zusammenarbeit ist notwendig, um den Klimawandel zu bekämpfen.

B2 noun ˈlɛvərɪdʒ

leverage

Hebelwirkung

Meaning

The use of borrowed capital or resources to increase the potential return of an investment; using something to maximum advantage.

Example

Leverage amplifies your efforts and scales your work.

Hebelwirkung verstärkt deine Bemühungen und skaliert deine Arbeit.

B2 adjective /ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊə/

insecure

unsicher

Meaning

not confident or assured; uncertain and anxious

Example

She felt insecure about her performance in the exam.

Sie fühlte sich unsicher über ihre Leistung in der Prüfung.

B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌbreɪk/

outbreak

Ausbruch

Meaning

a sudden start or occurrence of something unpleasant, like disease or violence

Example

There was an outbreak of flu in the city.

Es gab einen Ausbruch von Grippe in der Stadt.

B2 noun ˈhæbɪtæt lɒs

Habitat Loss

Lebensraumverlust

Meaning

The destruction or disappearance of natural environments where organisms live.

Example

Habitat loss is one of the biggest threats to butterflies.

Der Verlust von Lebensräumen ist eine der größten Bedrohungen für Schmetterlinge.

B2 noun /ˌvaɪ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/

Violation

Verletzung; Verstoß gegen Regeln

Meaning

the action of violating someone or something; the action of breaking or failing to comply with a rule or formal agreement

Example

The company was fined for violation of environmental regulations.

Das Unternehmen wurde mit einer Geldstrafe belegt, weil es die Umweltvorschriften verletzt hatte.

B2 noun /ˈsoʊlər ɪˈklɪps/

Solar eclipse

Sonnenfinsternis

Meaning

an eclipse in which the sun is obscured by the moon passing between it and the earth

Example

The solar eclipse will be visible from our city next month.

Die Sonnenfinsternis wird nächsten Monat von unserer Stadt aus sichtbar sein.

B2 adjective /ˈvɜːr.tʃu.əs/

Virtuous

tugendhaft; rechtschaffen; moralisch ausgezeichnet;

Meaning

having high moral standards; righteous; morally excellent

Example

She is known for her virtuous character and honest dealings.

Sie ist für ihren tugendhaften Charakter und ehrliche Geschäfte bekannt.

B2 noun /ˈbrʌðərhʊd/

brotherhood

Brüderlichkeit

Meaning

The relationship between brothers; an association of people with common interests

Example

The soldiers shared a strong sense of brotherhood.

Die Soldaten teilten ein starkes Gefühl der Brüderlichkeit.

B2 noun /ˈwɒr.i.ər/

Warrior

Krieger; tapferer oder erfahrener Kämpfer

Meaning

a person who fights in battles; a brave or experienced fighter

Example

The brave warrior defended his village from the invaders.

Der tapfere Krieger verteidigte sein Dorf vor den Eindringlingen.

B2 adjective /ˈfɔːrtʃənət/

fortunate

glücklich

Meaning

Having good luck or receiving something desirable by chance.

Example

She was fortunate to escape the accident without injuries.

Sie hatte Glück, den Unfall ohne Verletzungen zu überstehen.

B2 verb /hɔːlt/

halt

anhalten

Meaning

to stop or bring to a stop

Example

The train suddenly halted at the station.

Der Zug hielt plötzlich am Bahnhof.

B2 noun ɪnˈsɛntɪvz

incentives

Anreize

Meaning

Things that motivate or encourage one to do something.

Example

Tax incentives are used to encourage investment in renewable energy.

Steueranreize werden verwendet, um Investitionen in erneuerbare Energien zu fördern.

B2 noun /ˈek.oʊ/

Echo

Echo; Widerhall

Meaning

a sound that is reflected back; a repetition or imitation

Example

His voice created a clear echo in the empty cathedral.

Seine Stimme erzeugte ein klares Echo in der leeren Kathedrale.

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 /ˈfɒsɪl/

fossil

Fossil

Meaning

the remains or impression of a prehistoric plant or animal embedded in rock

Example

The fossil of a dinosaur was discovered in the mountains.

Das Fossil eines Dinosauriers wurde in den Bergen entdeckt.

B2 noun /dɒk/

Meaning

public attention or notice given to someone or something; advertising or promotion

Example

The movie received a lot of publicity before its release.

Der Film erhielt viel Publicity vor seiner Veröffentlichung.

B2 adverb /ˌnɒnˈstɒp/

Non-stop

ohne Pause; ununterbrochen

Meaning

continuing without stopping; without interruption

Example

The train traveled non-stop from London to Paris.

Der Zug reiste non-stop von London nach Paris.