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B2 adjective /ˈkælkjuleɪtɪd/

calculated

berechnet
Meaning
Done with full awareness of the consequences; deliberate or carefully planned.
Example
Her calculated move gave her an advantage over her competitors.
Ihr berechneter Zug verschaffte ihr einen Vorteil gegenüber ihren Mitbewerbern.
B2 noun /ˈkɒmpoʊst/

compost

kompost
Meaning
decayed organic matter used as fertilizer
Example
The gardener added compost to enrich the soil.
Der Gärtner fügte Kompost hinzu, um den Boden zu bereichern.
B2 noun /dɪsˈɡreɪs/

Disgrace

Schande; Unwürdigkeit; Peinlichkeit
Meaning
loss of reputation or respect as the result of a dishonorable action; a shameful situation
Example
His arrest brought disgrace upon his entire family and reputation.
Seine Festnahme brachte Schande über seine ganze Familie und seinen Ruf.
B2 noun /ˈvæljuː ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/

value proposition

eine Aussage, die die einzigartigen Vorteile oder den Wert erklärt, den ein Produkt oder Service den Kunden bietet
Meaning
A statement that explains the unique benefits or value that a product or service offers to customers.
Example
A clear value proposition attracts more customers.
Ein klares Wertversprechen zieht mehr Kunden an.
B2 adjective /veɪɡ/

Vague

vage; unklar
Meaning
unclear or uncertain in meaning; not clearly expressed
Example
His explanation was too vague for me to understand.
Seine Erklärung war zu vage, um sie zu verstehen.
B2 adverb /ˈklɒkwaɪz/

Clockwise

im Uhrzeigersinn
Meaning
in the direction that clock hands move; in a circular direction from left to right
Example
Turn the valve clockwise to tighten it.
Drehen Sie das Ventil im Uhrzeigersinn, um es festzuziehen.
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 /swer/

swear

schwören
Meaning
to use offensive language; to promise solemnly; to take an oath
Example
I swear to tell the truth.
Ich schwöre, die Wahrheit zu sagen.
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 /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 noun /ˈrɛlɪvənsi/

relevancy

Relevanz
Meaning
the quality of being closely connected or appropriate
Example
The professor questioned the relevancy of the example to the topic.
Der Professor stellte die Relevanz des Beispiels für das Thema infrage.
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 noun ˈlɒŋ tɜːm ˈmɛm.ər.i

Long-term memory

Langzeitgedächtnis
Meaning
Such memory that remains stored in the brain for a long time
Example
Repeated practice helps transfer information into long-term memory.
Wiederholtes Üben hilft, Informationen ins Langzeitgedächtnis zu übertragen.
B2 adverb /ˈdʒenərəsli/

generously

großzügig
Meaning
in a kind, giving, or unselfish manner; in a plentiful or abundant way
Example
She generously donated money to help the poor.
Sie spendete großzügig Geld, um den Armen zu helfen.
B2 noun ডিজিটাল ডিটক্স

digital detox

digitale Entgiftung
Meaning
A period of time during which a person refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones or computers, regarded as an opportunity to reduce stress or focus on social interaction in the physical world.
Example
A digital detox can help reduce hand fatigue.
Eine digitale Entgiftung kann helfen, Handermüdung zu reduzieren.
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 /ˈfrɛʃnəs/

freshness

Frische
Meaning
The quality of being new, clean, and full of energy.
Example
The freshness of the morning air made everyone feel alive.
Die Frische der Morgenluft ließ alle lebendig fühlen.
B2 verb /ˈfɪltər/

filter

filtern
Meaning
to pass a substance through a device to remove unwanted material or to selectively pass certain items
Example
She used a coffee filter to separate the grounds from the liquid.
Sie benutzte einen Kaffeefilter, um das Kaffeepulver vom Flüssigkeit zu trennen.
B2 noun /ˈæŋkər/

Anchor

Anker
Meaning
a heavy object used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom; a person or thing that provides stability or confidence
Example
The ship dropped its anchor in the harbor.
Das Schiff warf sein Anker im Hafen aus.
B2 adverb juːˈnæn.ɪ.məs.li

unanimously

einstimmig
Meaning
With the agreement of all people involved; without opposition.
Example
The proposal was unanimously accepted.
Der Vorschlag wurde einstimmig angenommen.
B2 noun /ˈreɪsɪzəm/

racism

Rassismus
Meaning
the belief that some races are superior to others, leading to unfair treatment or prejudice
Example
The organization works to eliminate racism in all forms.
Die Organisation arbeitet daran, den Rassismus in allen Formen zu beseitigen.
B2 adjective /bɪˈlʌvɪd/

beloved

geliebt
Meaning
dearly loved, highly regarded
Example
She was the beloved queen of the kingdom.
Sie war die geliebte Königin des Reiches.
B2 adjective /sɪˈlek.tɪv/

Selective

selektiv
Meaning
relating to or involving careful selection; choosy about what to accept
Example
The university has a selective admission process for new students.
Die Universität hat einen selektiven Zulassungsprozess für neue Studenten.
B2 adjective /dɪˈskʌr.ɪ.dʒɪŋ/

Discouraging

entmutigend
Meaning
making someone feel less confident or enthusiastic about doing something
Example
The coach's discouraging words affected the team's morale.
Die entmutigenden Worte des Trainers beeinflussten die Moral des Teams.
B2 noun /ˈkænvəs/

canvas

Meaning
A strong, coarse cloth used for tents, sails, or painting.
Example
The artist prepared a canvas for his new painting.
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 adverb /rɪˈspektɪvli/

Respectively

jeweils; in der angegebenen Reihenfolge; getrennt und in der bereits erwähnten Reihenfolge
Meaning
in the order given; separately and in the order already mentioned
Example
John and Mary are 25 and 30 years old respectively.
John und Mary sind jeweils 25 und 30 Jahre alt.
B2 noun /kəˈrʌp.ʃən/

Corruption

korruption
Meaning
dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power; the process of decay or decomposition
Example
The government launched a campaign to fight corruption in public offices.
Die Regierung startete eine Kampagne zur Bekämpfung der Korruption in öffentlichen Ämtern.
B2 adjective /ˈweɪ.kɪŋ/

Waking

wach; bewusst
Meaning
awake and conscious; relating to the time when one is awake
Example
She spent her waking hours studying for the exam.
Sie verbrachte ihre wachen Stunden mit dem Lernen für die Prüfung.
B2 adjective /ˌʌndɪˈsaɪdɪd/

Undecided

unentschlossen; unsicher
Meaning
not having made a decision; uncertain
Example
She was undecided about which college to attend.
Sie war unentschlossen, welches College sie besuchen sollte.
B2 verb /sweɪ/

sway

schwingen
Meaning
To move or cause to move slowly or rhythmically back and forth; to influence someone's opinion or decision.
Example
The trees swayed gently in the breeze.
Die Bäume schwankten sanft im Wind.
B2 adjective /ˈʌt.ɚ/

Utter

vollständig; absolut; total
Meaning
complete; absolute; total
Example
The movie was an utter disaster at the box office.
Der Film war eine völlige Katastrophe an der Kinokasse.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪ.vər.ə.bəl/

Unfavourable

ungünstig; nachteilig
Meaning
not helpful or advantageous; adverse
Example
The weather conditions were unfavourable for our outdoor event.
Die Wetterbedingungen waren ungünstig für unser Outdoor-Event.
B2 adjective /ˈhelp.ləs/

Helpless

hilflos; machtlos; verletzlich
Meaning
unable to defend oneself or act without help; powerless; vulnerable
Example
The child felt helpless when lost in the crowded market.
Das Kind fühlte sich hilflos, als es sich im überfüllten Markt verirrte.
B2 adjective /esˈθet.ɪk/

Aesthetic

ästhetisch
Meaning
Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty.
Example
Good aesthetic design enhances product appeal.
Gutes ästhetisches Design verbessert die Produktanziehungskraft.
B2 noun /səˈspɪʃən/

Suspicion

Verdacht
Meaning
a feeling or thought that someone is guilty of an illegal or dishonest activity
Example
The police arrested him on suspicion of theft.
Die Polizei nahm ihn unter dem Verdacht des Diebstahls fest.
B2 adjective /bɪˈliːvəbl̩/

believable

glaubwürdig
Meaning
Able to be trusted or accepted as true or reasonable.
Example
Her story was so detailed that it sounded believable.
Ihre Geschichte war so detailliert, dass sie glaubwürdig klang.
B2 noun/adjective /ˈbʌmpər/

bumper

stoßstange
Meaning
A protective bar at the front or back of a vehicle; also used to describe something unusually large or successful.
Example
The farmer celebrated a bumper harvest this year.
Der Bauer feierte in diesem Jahr eine Ernte von Rekordgröße.
B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.nər/

liner

Passagierschiff
Meaning
A large ship used for transporting people or goods regularly, or a material used as a lining inside something.
Example
The luxury liner docked at the port yesterday.
Der Luxusliner legte gestern im Hafen an.
B2 noun /ˈbɛriəl/

burial

Begräbnis
Meaning
the act of placing a dead body into the ground.
Example
The burial ceremony took place in the afternoon.
Die Beerdigungszeremonie fand am Nachmittag statt.
B2 adjective, noun /ˈfeɪʃəl/

facial

Gesichtsbehandlung
Meaning
Relating to the face; a beauty treatment for the face
Example
She booked a facial at the spa.
Sie hat eine Gesichtsbehandlung im Spa gebucht.
B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈɡoʊ/

undergo

durchmachen
Meaning
to go through something, especially something unpleasant or difficult
Example
She had to undergo surgery to recover.
Sie musste sich einer Operation unterziehen, um sich zu erholen.
B2 noun /ˈpæʃ.ən/

Passion

Leidenschaft
Meaning
strong enthusiasm or excitement for something; intense emotion or feeling
Example
Her passion for music led her to become a professional singer.
Ihre Leidenschaft für Musik führte sie dazu, eine professionelle Sängerin zu werden.
B2 noun/verb /swɔːrm/

swarm

Schwarm
Meaning
A large group of insects or people moving together.
Example
A swarm of bees surrounded the tree.
Ein Schwarm Bienen umkreiste den Baum.
B2 adjective /ˈmæn.ju.əl/

Manual

manuell
Meaning
done by hand; operated by hand; not automatic
Example
This is a manual process that requires careful attention.
Dies ist ein manueller Prozess, der sorgfältige Aufmerksamkeit erfordert.
B2 noun /ˈlɒbstər/

Lobster

Hummer
Meaning
a large marine crustacean with claws and a hard shell
Example
The lobster was served with melted butter and lemon.
Der Hummer wurde mit geschmolzener Butter und Zitrone serviert.
B2 noun /dəˈmeɪn/

domain

Bereich
Meaning
An area of knowledge, activity, or territory over which control is exercised.
Example
Mathematics is her main domain of expertise.
Mathematik ist ihr Hauptbereich der Expertise.
B2 adjective /ˈkwɜːrki/

quirky

eigenartig
Meaning
Unusual in an interesting, charming, or odd way.
Example
She has a quirky sense of fashion that makes her stand out.
Sie hat einen eigenartigen Sinn für Mode, der sie hervorhebt.
B2 adjective dɪsˈrʌp.tɪv

disruptive

störend, destabilisierend
Meaning
Causing or tending to cause disruption.
Example
Deforestation has a disruptive effect on wildlife.
Abholzung hat eine störende Wirkung auf die Tierwelt.
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 adjective prɪˈlɪm.ɪ.nər.i

preliminary

vorläufig
Meaning
Denoting an action or event preceding or done in preparation for something fuller or more important.
Example
Preliminary steps are crucial before the main project.
Vorbereitende Schritte sind entscheidend vor dem Hauptprojekt.
B2 noun /kəˈtæstrəfi/

catastrophe

Katastrophe
Meaning
A sudden and widespread disaster or misfortune.
Example
The earthquake was a catastrophe for the entire region.
Das Erdbeben war eine Katastrophe für die gesamte Region.
B2 verb /plaʊ/

plough

pflügen
Meaning
to break up and turn over soil using a plough; to move through something with difficulty
Example
The farmer ploughs the field every spring.
Der Bauer pflügt das Feld jeden Frühling.
B2 noun /dɪˈfɛndər/

defender

Verteidiger
Meaning
a person who protects someone or something from harm or attack
Example
The defender blocked the shot and saved the goal.
Der Verteidiger blockierte den Schuss und rettete das Tor.
B2 adjective ɪkˈsɛsɪv

excessive

exzessiv
Meaning
More than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate.
Example
Excessive population growth leads to resource depletion.
Exzessives Bevölkerungswachstum führt zu Ressourcenerschöpfung.
B2 adjective /ˈnoʊtəbl/

notable

bemerkenswert
Meaning
worthy of attention or notice; remarkable
Example
She made a notable contribution to the project.
Sie leistete einen bemerkenswerten Beitrag zum Projekt.
B2 verb /ˈɔːdɪt/

audit

prüfen
Meaning
to examine and verify financial records or accounts officially
Example
The accountant will audit the company's books next month.
Der Buchhalter wird nächsten Monat die Bücher des Unternehmens prüfen.
B2 adjective /ˈdespərət/

Desperate

verzweifelt
Meaning
reckless; extremely urgent; critical
Example
The situation became desperate as water supplies ran out.
Die Situation wurde verzweifelt, als die Wasserversorgung aufgebraucht war.
B2 noun /ˈwɜːrʃɪp/

Worship

Gottesdienst
Meaning
the feeling or expression of reverence and adoration for a deity; religious devotion and practice
Example
They gather every Sunday for worship.
Sie versammeln sich jeden Sonntag zum Gottesdienst.
B2 verb /boʊlt/

bolt

plötzlich weglaufen; etwas mit einem Bolzen befestigen
Meaning
To move suddenly and quickly; also to fasten something with a bolt.
Example
The horse bolted from the stable after hearing a loud noise.
Das Pferd raste nach dem lauten Geräusch aus dem Stall.
B2 noun ˈtrækɪŋ ˈprɒɡrɛs

tracking progress

Fortschrittsverfolgung
Meaning
The process of monitoring and evaluating advancement towards goals or objectives.
Example
Regular tracking progress helps in achieving long-term goals.
Regelmäßiges Verfolgen des Fortschritts hilft, langfristige Ziele zu erreichen.
B2 noun /ˈbrændɪŋ/

branding

Der Prozess der Schaffung und Förderung einer Marken- oder Unternehmensidentität
Meaning
The process of creating and promoting a brand or company identity.
Example
Effective branding is key to building customer loyalty.
Effektives Branding ist der Schlüssel zur Kundenbindung.
B2 noun/verb /swɑːmp/

swamp

Sumpf
Meaning
An area of low-lying, uncultivated ground where water collects; a bog or marsh.
Example
The village was built near a swamp.
Das Dorf wurde in der Nähe eines Sumpfes gebaut.
B2 noun /ˈtɛkstʃər/

texture

Textur
Meaning
the way something feels when you touch it; the quality of a surface or substance
Example
The fabric has a soft and smooth texture.
Der Stoff hat eine weiche und glatte Textur.
B2 noun ˈɛmpəθi

empathy

Empathie
Meaning
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person.
Example
Empathy helps students connect with society.
Empathie hilft Schülern, sich mit der Gesellschaft zu verbinden.
B2 noun /ˈmɑːrkɪtˌpleɪs/

marketplace

Marktplatz
Meaning
a place where goods and services are bought and sold; an open area for trade
Example
The town's marketplace is crowded every Friday morning.
Der Marktplatz der Stadt ist freitags morgens immer überfüllt.
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 verb /əˈsɛmbəl/

assemble

zusammenstellen
Meaning
to gather or bring together in one place
Example
The students assembled in the hall for the meeting.
Die Schüler versammelten sich im Saal für das Treffen.
B2 verb /ˈænəlaɪz/

analyze

analysieren
Meaning
to examine something in detail to understand it better or draw conclusions
Example
Scientists analyze data to discover new patterns.
Wissenschaftler analysieren Daten, um neue Muster zu entdecken.
B2 adjective /rɪˈfreʃ.ɪŋ/

Refreshing

erfrischend
Meaning
making one feel energized and renewed; pleasantly new or different
Example
The cool breeze was refreshing after the hot day.
Die kühle Brise war erfrischend nach dem heißen Tag.
B2 adjective /raɪp/

Ripe

reif; bereit zum Essen
Meaning
fully developed and ready to eat; mature; ready for action or use
Example
The bananas are ripe and ready to eat.
Die Bananen sind reif und bereit zu essen.
B2 noun /kəˈroʊnə/

corona

eine Krone oder eine kranzähnliche Struktur; bezieht sich auch auf die äußere Atmosphäre der Sonne
Meaning
a crown or crown-like structure; also refers to the outer atmosphere of the sun
Example
The sun's corona was visible during the total solar eclipse.
Die Korona der Sonne war während der totalen Sonnenfinsternis sichtbar.
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 adjective /ˈskætərd/

Scattered

verstreut; zerstreut;
Meaning
spread widely apart; dispersed; occurring here and there
Example
Scattered showers are expected throughout the day.
Es werden den ganzen Tag verstreute Regenschauer erwartet.
B2 noun /ɪˈliːt/ or /eɪˈliːt/

elite

Elite
Meaning
A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities.
Example
Only the elite were invited to the exclusive event.
Nur die Elite wurde zu der exklusiven Veranstaltung eingeladen.
B2 noun /træŋˈkwɪləti/

tranquility

Ruhe
Meaning
the quality or state of being calm and peaceful
Example
He enjoyed the tranquility of the countryside.
Er genoss die Ruhe der Landschaft.
B2 noun ˌɪm.plɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

implication

Implikation
Meaning
A conclusion that can be drawn from something although it is not explicitly stated; a likely consequence.
Example
The implication of climate change is severe.
Die Implikation des Klimawandels ist schwerwiegend.
B2 verb /skoʊld/

scold

schimpfen
Meaning
to criticize angrily; to rebuke
Example
The teacher scolded the students for being late.
Der Lehrer schimpfte mit den Schülern, weil sie zu spät kamen.
B2 adjective /ˌɪn.trəˈdʌk.tər.i/

introductory

einführend
Meaning
Serving as an introduction; preliminary or preparatory.
Example
The professor gave an introductory lecture on economics.
Der Professor hielt einen einführenden Vortrag über Wirtschaft.
B2 adjective /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idle

faul; inaktiv; nicht arbeitend
Meaning
lazy; inactive; not working or being used
Example
The factory workers were idle during the strike.
Die Fabrikarbeiter waren während des Streiks inaktiv.
B2 noun /ˈbeɪ.zəl/

Basil

basilikum
Meaning
an aromatic herb with green leaves used in cooking, especially Italian cuisine
Example
The pasta sauce was flavored with fresh basil.
Die Pasta-Sauce war mit frischem Basilikum gewürzt.
B2 verb /soʊ/

sow

säen
Meaning
to plant seeds in the ground; to scatter seeds for growing
Example
The farmer will sow wheat seeds in the field tomorrow.
Der Bauer wird morgen Weizenkörner auf dem Feld säen.
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 noun, verb /blæst/

blast

Explosion, starker Schlag
Meaning
a strong gust of wind, an explosion, or a loud sound; to destroy or shatter by explosion
Example
The explosion sent a powerful blast through the building.
Die Explosion schickte einen kräftigen Schlag durch das Gebäude.
B2 adjective /kənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/

Conditional

konditionell; bedingt
Meaning
dependent on certain conditions; not absolute
Example
The job offer is conditional upon passing the background check.
Das Jobangebot ist konditional abhängig vom Bestehen der Hintergrundüberprüfung.
B2 noun /ˌklærɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

clarification

Klarstellung
Meaning
The action of making a statement or situation less confused and more clearly comprehensible.
Example
The manager requested clarification on the project details.
Der Manager bat um eine Klarstellung der Projektdetails.
B2 noun ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt

anecdote

eine kurze, interessante Geschichte, die in Reden oder Texten verwendet wird
Meaning
A short interesting story used in speeches or writing.
Example
A well-placed anecdote makes a speech more relatable.
Ein gut platzierte Anekdote macht eine Rede relatabler.
B2 noun bjʊəˈrɒk.rə.si

bureaucracy

Bürokratie
Meaning
A system of government in which most of the important decisions are made by state officials rather than by elected representatives.
Example
Excessive bureaucracy can slow down decision-making.
Übermäßige Bürokratie kann die Entscheidungsfindung verlangsamen.
B2 adverb /ˈmen.tə.li/

Mentally

mental
Meaning
relating to the mind; in terms of mental processes
Example
She was mentally preparing herself for the exam.
Sie bereitete sich mental auf die Prüfung vor.
B2 noun /dɪˈnɒmɪˌneɪtər/

denominator

Nenner
Meaning
the number below the line in a fraction; a common factor in a situation
Example
In the fraction 3/4, the number 4 is the denominator.
Im Bruch 3/4 ist die Zahl 4 der Nenner.
B2 noun /liːk/

Leak

leck; loch
Meaning
a hole in a container or covering through which contents escape or enter accidentally
Example
There is a leak in the water pipe.
Es gibt ein Leck im Wasserrohr.
B2 adverb /ɪkˈstɜrnəli/

externally

äußerlich
Meaning
in a way that relates to the outer surface or outside appearance
Example
The building appeared externally modern, but inside it was quite old-fashioned.
Das Gebäude erschien äußerlich modern, aber innen war es ziemlich altmodisch.
B2 adjective /ˈɪmpæktfʊl/

impactful

wirksam
Meaning
Having a major impact or effect; powerful and forceful.
Example
Her impactful speech moved the audience to take action.
Ihre wirksame Rede bewegte das Publikum, Maßnahmen zu ergreifen.
B2 noun /dɪsˈpoʊzl/

disposal

entsorgung
Meaning
the action or process of getting rid of something
Example
The disposal of waste is crucial for maintaining a clean environment.
Die Entsorgung von Abfällen ist entscheidend, um eine saubere Umwelt zu erhalten.
B2 noun /ˈtwaɪ.laɪt/

Twilight

dämmerung
Meaning
the soft glowing light from the sky when the sun is below the horizon; a period of decline
Example
We walked along the beach at twilight.
Wir gingen am Strand bei Dämmerung spazieren.
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 /blɛnd/

blend

mischen
Meaning
to mix things together smoothly; to combine harmoniously
Example
She blends the ingredients carefully.
Sie mischt die Zutaten sorgfältig.
B2 adjective ˌtek.nəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl

technological

technologisch
Meaning
Relating to or involving technology, especially scientific technology.
Example
Technological advancements enable futuristic projects.
Technologische Fortschritte ermöglichen futuristische Projekte.
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 /ˈpɔːrɪdʒ/

porridge

Haferbrei
Meaning
A soft food made by boiling oats or other grains in milk or water.
Example
She had a bowl of porridge for breakfast.
Sie aß eine Schale Haferbrei zum Frühstück.
B2 adverb /ˈɜːrdʒəntli/

urgently

dringend
Meaning
in a way that requires immediate attention or action
Example
The patient urgently needs medical attention.
Der Patient benötigt dringend medizinische Hilfe.
B2 noun /sɔːrd/

Sword

Schwert
Meaning
a weapon with a long metal blade and a handle, used for fighting
Example
The knight drew his sword to defend the castle.
Der Ritter zog sein Schwert, um das Schloss zu verteidigen.
B2 noun /ˈdʌmi/

dummy

Puppe / dummer Mensch
Meaning
a model or replica of a human used for practice, display, or testing; also a term for a foolish person
Example
The tailor used a dummy to display the dress.
Der Schneider benutzte eine Puppe, um das Kleid zu präsentieren.
B2 noun /ˈhaɪdrədʒən/

hydrogen

Wasserstoff
Meaning
a colorless, odorless, highly flammable gas that is the lightest and most abundant chemical element in the universe
Example
Hydrogen is used as a clean fuel in many energy systems.
Wasserstoff wird in vielen Energiesystemen als sauberer Brennstoff verwendet.
B2 noun/verb /dɪˈpɑːzɪt/

deposit

Einzahlung, Kaution
Meaning
to place money in a bank account, or a sum paid in advance as security; a layer of material left naturally
Example
She deposited $500 into her savings account.
Sie hat 500 Dollar auf ihr Sparkonto eingezahlt.
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 verb /wɪðˈstænd/

withstand

standhalten / widerstehen
Meaning
to resist or endure something without being harmed
Example
This building can withstand strong earthquakes.
Dieses Gebäude kann starken Erdbeben standhalten.
B2 verb /ɪnˈkwaɪər/

inquire

fragen
Meaning
to ask; to investigate
Example
She inquired about the job opening.
Sie fragte nach der Stellenanzeige.
B2 verb /hæk/

hack

schneiden, unbefugten Zugriff auf ein Computersystem erlangen
Meaning
to cut or chop roughly; to gain unauthorized access to a computer system
Example
The programmer managed to hack into the system.
Der Programmierer schaffte es, in das System einzubrechen.
B2 adjective /hɪˈlɛəriəs/

hilarious

extrem lustig
Meaning
Extremely funny or amusing.
Example
The comedian told a hilarious story that had everyone laughing.
Der Komiker erzählte eine extrem lustige Geschichte, die alle zum Lachen brachte.
B2 noun /hɪp/

hip

Hüfte
Meaning
The part of the body on either side of the pelvis, or informal: trendy and fashionable.
Example
She put her hands on her hips.
Sie legte ihre Hände auf ihre Hüften.
B2 adjective /ˈpoʊ.lər/

polar

polar, bezogen auf die Pole
Meaning
relating to the North or South Pole; opposite in nature or character
Example
Penguins live in polar regions of the Earth.
Pinguine leben in den Polarregionen der Erde.
B2 noun /ˌsɛlf ɪˈstiːm/

self-esteem

Selbstwertgefühl
Meaning
confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect
Example
Building self-esteem takes time and consistent effort.
Das Aufbauen von Selbstwertgefühl erfordert Zeit und stetige Anstrengung.
B2 adjective /ˈmɪstʃɪvəs/

Mischievous

verschmitzt; schelmisch; frech
Meaning
playfully naughty; causing minor trouble; impish
Example
The mischievous child hid his sister's favorite toy.
Das verschmitzte Kind versteckte das Lieblingsspielzeug seiner Schwester.
B2 noun, verb /ˈædɪkt/ (noun), /əˈdɪkt/ (verb)

addict

süchtig
Meaning
a person who is unable to stop using a harmful substance or doing something harmful; to cause someone to become dependent on something
Example
He is a video game addict who spends hours playing every day.
Er ist ein Videospiel-Süchtiger, der jeden Tag Stunden spielt.
B2 noun /ˈkrɪstəl/

crystal

Kristall
Meaning
a clear, transparent mineral or glass that forms a solid structure with regular patterns
Example
She wore a necklace made of sparkling crystal.
Sie trug eine Halskette aus funkelndem Kristall.
B2 adjective /dɪˈzɜːrtɪd/

deserted

verlassen
Meaning
Empty of people; abandoned.
Example
The village looked completely deserted after the storm.
Das Dorf sah nach dem Sturm völlig verlassen aus.
B2 adverb /ʌnˈkaɪndli/

unkindly

grausam
Meaning
in a cruel, harsh, or unsympathetic manner
Example
She spoke unkindly about her colleague during the meeting.
Sie sprach grausam über ihre Kollegin während der Besprechung.
B2 noun ˈkwɒlɪti sliːp

quality sleep

Qualitätsschlaf
Meaning
Deep and healthy sleep that is adequate and restorative, ensuring physical and mental well-being
Example
Quality sleep improves cognitive function and overall health.
Qualitätsschlaf verbessert die kognitive Funktion und die allgemeine Gesundheit.
B2 noun jiːld

yield

Ertrag, Gewinn
Meaning
A financial return or reward (especially a dividend or interest) from an investment.
Example
The investment yielded high returns last year.
Die Investition erzielte hohe Renditen im letzten Jahr.
B2 verb /hɔːnt/

haunt

heimsuchen
Meaning
to trouble persistently; to visit as a ghost
Example
The old memories still haunt me.
Die alten Erinnerungen verfolgen mich immer noch.