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B2 noun /ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

certification

Zertifizierung
Meaning
the process of officially recognizing or confirming that something or someone meets required standards; an official document proving qualification
Example
She received her professional certification after completing the training program.
Sie erhielt ihre berufliche Zertifizierung nach Abschluss des Trainingsprogramms.
A2 noun /kənˈtrəʊl/

control

Kontrolle
Meaning
The power to influence or direct people's behavior or the course of events.
Example
Proper control measures are necessary.
Angemessene Kontrollmaßnahmen sind erforderlich.
C1 noun /ˈkɒrənər/

coroner

Leichenschauaer
Meaning
an official who investigates sudden, violent, or suspicious deaths
Example
The coroner determined the cause of death was natural.
Der Leichenschauaer stellte fest, dass die Todesursache natürlich war.
B1 noun /ˌkrɪstiˈænɪti/

christianity

Christentum
Meaning
the religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ
Example
Christianity has millions of followers around the world.
Das Christentum hat Millionen von Anhängern auf der ganzen Welt.
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.
C1 verb /ˈkrɒs.briːd/

crossbreed

kreuzen
Meaning
to produce an animal or plant by mating two different breeds, varieties, or species
Example
Farmers crossbreed cows to improve milk production.
Bauern kreuzen Kühe, um die Milchproduktion zu verbessern.
B2 noun /ˈkæriər/

carrier

Transporteur
Meaning
A person or thing that carries, transports, or conveys something; also an organization that provides transport services.
Example
The airline is the largest carrier in the country.
Die Fluggesellschaft ist der größte Transporteur des Landes.
C1 noun /ˌkɒndʒʊˈɡeɪʃən/

conjugation

Konjugation
Meaning
the variation of the form of a verb to indicate tense, person, and number
Example
French verbs have complex conjugations.
Französische Verben haben komplexe Konjugationen.
A1 noun /kəmˈpjuːtə(r)/

computer

Computer
Meaning
an electronic device for storing and processing data
Example
I bought a new computer for my office work.
Ich habe einen neuen Computer für meine Büroarbeit gekauft.
B2 noun kənˌtæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən

contamination

kontamination
Meaning
The process of making something less pure by exposure to or addition of a poisonous or polluting substance.
Example
Contamination of air leads to health issues.
Die Luftkontamination führt zu Gesundheitsproblemen.
B1 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl/

council

Rat
Meaning
an assembly of people chosen or elected to make decisions or advise on matters
Example
The city council voted to improve public transportation.
Der Stadtrat hat für die Verbesserung des öffentlichen Verkehrs gestimmt.
B2 noun /kəmˈplek.ʃən/

Complexion

Hautfarbe
Meaning
the natural color, texture, and appearance of a person's skin, especially on the face
Example
Her fair complexion glowed beautifully in the morning sunlight.
Ihre helle Haut strahlte wunderschön im Morgenlicht.
C1 noun kɒɡˈnɪʃ.ən

cognition

Kognition
Meaning
The mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.
Example
Cognition plays a key role in learning.
Kognition spielt eine Schlüsselrolle beim Lernen.
A1 verb /kɔːl/

call

rufen
Meaning
to say something loudly; to telephone someone; to name
Example
Please call me when you arrive home.
Bitte rufen Sie mich an, wenn Sie zu Hause sind.
A2 verb /kəˈnɛkt/

connect

verbinden
Meaning
To join or fasten together; to establish a link or relationship.
Example
Social media helps us connect with others.
Soziale Medien helfen uns, mit anderen zu verbinden.
C1 noun /ˈkoʊtʃ.mən/

Coachman

Kutscher
Meaning
a person who drives a horse-drawn carriage or coach
Example
The coachman skillfully guided the horses through the busy streets.
Der Kutscher lenkte geschickt die Pferde durch die belebten Straßen.
C1 noun /krɪpt/

crypt

krypta
Meaning
an underground chamber, especially one beneath a church, used as a burial place
Example
The tourists explored the ancient crypt beneath the cathedral.
Die Touristen erkundeten die alte Krypta unter der Kathedrale.
C1 verb /kənˈtraɪv/

contrive

erfinden
Meaning
to plan or devise cleverly or skillfully
Example
She contrived a clever plan to surprise her friends.
Sie ersann einen klugen Plan, um ihre Freunde zu überraschen.
A2 noun /ˈsɛlˌfoʊn/

cellphone

Handy
Meaning
a portable telephone that uses a cellular network for wireless communication
Example
She forgot her cellphone at home and couldn’t call anyone.
Sie hat ihr Handy zu Hause vergessen und konnte niemanden anrufen.
B1 adjective /ˈkɔːʃəs/

cautious

vorsichtig
Meaning
careful to avoid potential problems or dangers
Example
She was cautious about trusting strangers.
Sie war vorsichtig, als sie Fremden vertraute.
C1 noun /kənˈveɪəns/

conveyance

Transport
Meaning
The action or process of transporting or carrying someone or something from one place to another.
Example
The conveyance of goods was delayed due to bad weather.
Der Transport von Waren wurde aufgrund schlechten Wetters verzögert.
C1 noun /ʃəˈmiːz/

Chemise

Chemise
Meaning
a woman's loose-fitting undergarment or dress hanging straight from the shoulders
Example
The vintage chemise was made of delicate lace and silk.
Das Vintage-Chemise war aus feiner Spitze und Seide gefertigt.
C2 noun /ˌkæθəˈlɪsɪti/

catholicity

Universalität, Aufgeschlossenheit
Meaning
Universality; broad-mindedness; acceptance of a wide variety of things.
Example
Her catholicity of interests makes her a fascinating person.
Ihre Katholizität der Interessen macht sie zu einer faszinierenden Person.
C2 verb /kənˈdjuːs/

conduce

beitragen
Meaning
To help bring about a particular result; to contribute to something.
Example
Regular exercise conduces to better health.
Regelmäßige Bewegung trägt zu besserer Gesundheit bei.
B1 noun /kəˈrɛkʃən/

correction

Korrektur
Meaning
the action or process of correcting something
Example
The teacher made a correction to the student's essay.
Der Lehrer machte eine Korrektur an dem Aufsatz des Schülers.
A1 verb /kʌt/

cut

schneiden
Meaning
to divide or separate with a sharp tool
Example
I cut the paper with scissors.
Ich schnitt das Papier mit einer Schere.
B1 noun /ˈkɒkˌteɪl/

cocktail

cocktail
Meaning
a mixed drink typically containing alcohol and other ingredients.
Example
She ordered a cocktail at the bar.
Sie bestellte einen Cocktail an der Bar.
A2 noun /ˌsɛlɪˈbreɪʃən/

celebration

Feier
Meaning
a festive event or activity to honor an occasion
Example
The city held a grand celebration on Independence Day.
Die Stadt veranstaltete eine große Feier zum Unabhängigkeitstag.
B1 noun /koʊm/

Comb

Kamm
Meaning
a toothed device for arranging or cleaning the hair
Example
She used a comb to style her hair before the party.
Sie benutzte einen Kamm, um ihre Haare vor der Party zu stylen.
C2 noun /ˈkɔːrmərənt/

cormorant

ein großer schwarzer Meeresvogel, der Fische fängt
Meaning
a large black sea bird that catches fish by diving
Example
The cormorant perched on the rock, drying its wings after a dive.
Der Kormoran saß auf dem Felsen und trocknete nach einem Sprung seine Flügel.
A1 verb, noun /kraɪ/

cry

weinen
Meaning
To shed tears as an expression of emotion such as sadness or pain; also a loud call or shout.
Example
The baby began to cry when she was hungry.
Das Baby begann zu weinen, als es hungrig war.
C1 noun /ˈkɒn.vɔɪ/

convoy

Konvoi
Meaning
a group of vehicles or ships traveling together, often for protection
Example
The military convoy moved through the desert at dawn.
Der Militärkonvoi zog bei Morgengrauen durch die Wüste.
B2 adjective ˈkʌtɪŋ ˌɛdʒ

cutting-edge

spitzentechnologie, innovativ, hochmodern
Meaning
The most advanced or innovative; at the forefront of development.
Example
This company develops cutting-edge technology.
Dieses Unternehmen entwickelt Spitzentechnologie.
C2 verb /kənˈtɛm/

contemn

verachten
Meaning
to treat or regard with disdain, scorn, or contempt
Example
He would never contemn honest work, no matter how humble.
Er würde niemals ehrliche Arbeit verachten, egal wie bescheiden sie auch sein mag.
A2 adjective /ˈkruːəl/

cruel

grausam
Meaning
Willfully causing pain or suffering to others, or feeling no concern about it.
Example
It was cruel to make fun of the injured boy.
Es war grausam, sich über den verletzten Jungen lustig zu machen.
B1 noun /kənˈsʌltənt/

consultant

Berater
Meaning
A professional who provides expert advice in a particular area.
Example
The company hired a consultant to improve its marketing strategy.
Das Unternehmen hat einen Berater eingestellt, um seine Marketingstrategie zu verbessern.
B1 adjective ˈkrɪtɪkəl

critical

kritisch
Meaning
Extremely important; at a point of crisis or urgency.
Example
Addressing critical issues in education is imperative.
Die Lösung kritischer Fragen in der Bildung ist dringend erforderlich.
C2 noun /ˈkɒn.tjʊ.mə.li/

contumely

Beleidigung, Verachtung
Meaning
insulting or humiliating treatment
Example
He endured the contumely of his colleagues with patience.
Er ertrug die Verachtung seiner Kollegen mit Geduld.
B1 verb kleɪmz

claims

Leben fordern
Meaning
To take someone's life, to cause death
Example
Workplace pollution claims thousands of lives annually.
Die Umweltverschmutzung am Arbeitsplatz fordert jedes Jahr Tausende von Leben.
C1 adjective /kənˈtɛmptʃuəs/

contemptuous

verachtend, abschätzig
Meaning
showing or expressing contempt; scornful
Example
She gave him a contemptuous glance.
Sie warf ihm einen verachtenden Blick zu.
C2 noun/verb /ˈkætˌkɔːl/

catcall

laute Pfeife oder Rufe der Missbilligung oder sexuellen Belästigung
Meaning
A loud whistle or shout of disapproval or sexual harassment directed at someone.
Example
The actress ignored the catcalls from the crowd.
Die Schauspielerin ignorierte die Catcalls aus der Menge.
C1 adjective /kəˈləʊ.kwi.əl/

colloquial

umgangssprachlich
Meaning
Used in ordinary conversation rather than formal speech or writing; informal language.
Example
His colloquial expressions made the speech relatable.
Seine umgangssprachlichen Ausdrücke machten die Rede zugänglicher.
C1 noun /ˈklɛmənsi/

clemency

Gnade
Meaning
mercy, leniency, or forgiveness shown towards someone
Example
The judge showed clemency and reduced his sentence.
Der Richter zeigte Gnade und verringerte seine Strafe.
C1 noun /krʌks/

crux

der Kern
Meaning
the most important or decisive point of an issue
Example
The crux of the problem lies in poor communication.
Der Kern des Problems liegt in schlechter Kommunikation.
C1 noun /ˈkʌˈs.tə.di/

Custody

Sorgerecht; Haft; Vormundschaft
Meaning
the protective care or guardianship of someone or something; imprisonment or detention
Example
After the divorce, they shared custody of their children equally.
Nach der Scheidung teilten sie sich das Sorgerecht für ihre Kinder gleichermaßen.
C1 noun /kəmˈpəʊ.ʒər/

composure

Zustand der Ruhe und Selbstbeherrschung
Meaning
The state or feeling of being calm and in control of oneself.
Example
She maintained her composure during the interview.
Sie bewahrte ihre Ruhe während des Interviews.
A2 verb kriˈeɪts

creates

erschaffen
Meaning
To bring something into existence or to cause something to happen
Example
Pollution creates environmental and health issues.
Verschmutzung erschafft Umwelt- und Gesundheitsprobleme.
B1 noun /ˈkæp.ɪ.təl/

Capital

Hauptstadt; Kapital; Vermögen
Meaning
the most important city or town of a country or region; wealth in the form of money or assets
Example
Paris is the capital of France and also a major financial capital.
Paris ist die Hauptstadt von Frankreich und auch ein wichtiger Finanzplatz.
C1 noun /ˈkɑːmənˌwɛlθ/

commonwealth

Commonwealth
Meaning
an independent community or state, especially one founded for the common good; also an association of nations
Example
Australia is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations.
Australien ist Mitglied des Commonwealth der Nationen.
B2 adjective /ˈklæsɪfaɪd/

classified

klassifiziert; geheim
Meaning
arranged into categories; officially secret or restricted
Example
The report contains classified information and cannot be shared publicly.
Der Bericht enthält klassifizierte Informationen.
B2 noun ˈkɔːʃən

caution

Vorsicht
Meaning
Care taken to avoid danger or mistakes; a warning or piece of advice.
Example
Researchers issued a caution regarding unsustainable fishing.
Forscher gaben eine Warnung bezüglich des nicht nachhaltigen Fischens heraus.
B1 noun /kluː/

clue

Hinweis
Meaning
a piece of evidence or information used in the detection of a crime or solving a puzzle
Example
The detective found a clue near the window.
Der Detektiv fand einen Hinweis in der Nähe des Fensters.
B1 noun /ˈkriːtʃər/

creature

Kreatur
Meaning
A living being, especially an animal.
Example
The forest is full of strange creatures.
Der Wald ist voller seltsamer Kreaturen.
C2 verb /kənˈstrɪndʒ/

constringe

verengen
Meaning
to cause to shrink or contract; to constrict
Example
The medicine helped constringe the swollen tissues.
Das Medikament half, die geschwollenen Gewebe zu verengen.
C2 adjective /kəˈrʌp.tə.bəl/

corruptible

korruptibel
Meaning
able to be morally or ethically corrupted
Example
He was known to be corruptible and often accepted bribes.
Er war dafür bekannt, korruptibel zu sein und nahm oft Bestechungsgelder an.
B2 noun /ˈkæp.sɪ.kəm/

Capsicum

Paprika
Meaning
sweet pepper; bell pepper; colorful vegetable used in cooking
Example
Add red and green capsicum to make the dish colorful and nutritious.
Fügen Sie rote und grüne Paprika hinzu, um das Gericht bunt und nahrhaft zu machen.
C2 adjective /kəˈmɛnʃərət/

commensurate

entsprechend
Meaning
corresponding in size, degree, or extent; proportionate
Example
Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Das Gehalt wird entsprechend der Erfahrung sein.
A2 verb /krɒs/

cross

überqueren
Meaning
to go from one side to another, or to pass through
Example
We crossed the river using a wooden bridge.
Wir überquerten den Fluss mit einer Holzbrücke.
B2 noun /ˈkɔːtruːm/

courtroom

Gerichtssaal
Meaning
a room in which legal cases are heard and decided by a judge
Example
The witness was called to testify in the courtroom.
Der Zeuge wurde aufgefordert, im Gerichtssaal auszusagen.
C1 verb /ˈkriːmeɪt/

cremate

einäschern
Meaning
to burn a dead body to ashes as a funeral rite
Example
According to his wishes, they cremated his body after the funeral.
Gemäß seinem Wunsch kremierten sie seinen Körper nach der Beerdigung.
C2 noun /ˌkəʊ.əˈles.əns/

coalescence

Koaleszenz, Vereinigung
Meaning
The process of coming together to form one mass or whole.
Example
The coalescence of different cultures creates diversity.
Die Koaleszenz verschiedener Kulturen schafft Vielfalt.
C2 adjective /kəˈkɒfənəs/

cacophonous

kakophonisch
Meaning
Producing a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.
Example
The cacophonous sounds of the city kept her awake all night.
Die kakophonen Geräusche der Stadt hielten sie die ganze Nacht wach.
B1 adverb /ˈkɒnstəntli/

Constantly

ständig; immer; ohne Pause
Meaning
continuously over a period of time; always; without stopping
Example
The baby was constantly crying throughout the night.
Das Baby weinte die ganze Nacht ständig.
B1 noun /ˈkɒtɪdʒ/

cottage

Häuschen
Meaning
a small simple house, typically in the countryside
Example
They spent their vacation in a cozy cottage by the lake.
Sie verbrachten ihren Urlaub in einem gemütlichen Häuschen am See.
B2 noun/verb /ˈtʃɑːrtər/

charter

charter / mieten
Meaning
a written document granting rights or privileges; to hire a vehicle or vessel for temporary use
Example
The company decided to charter a bus for the trip.
Das Unternehmen entschloss sich, einen Bus für die Reise zu chartern.
C2 adjective /sɛnˈtrɪpɪtəl/

centripetal

zentripetal
Meaning
Moving or directed toward a center.
Example
Centripetal force keeps the planets in orbit around the sun.
Die zentripetale Kraft hält die Planeten in ihrer Umlaufbahn um die Sonne.
B2 adjective /ˈtʃuːzi/

choosy

wählerisch
Meaning
very careful in choosing; selective
Example
She is very choosy about the clothes she wears.
Sie ist sehr wählerisch bei den Kleidern, die sie trägt.
A2 verb /tʃɪər/

cheer

jubeln
Meaning
to shout in encouragement or support; to make someone feel happier
Example
The fans cheered loudly when their team scored a goal.
Die Fans jubelten laut, als ihr Team ein Tor schoss.
C1 noun /krʌtʃ/

crutch

Krücke, Unterstützung
Meaning
a support used by someone injured to walk; also something relied upon for support or help
Example
He had to use crutches after breaking his leg.
Er musste nach dem Bruch seines Beins Krücken benutzen.
B2 noun ক্লাইম্যাটিক কন্ডিশন্স

climatic conditions

klimatische Bedingungen
Meaning
The atmospheric or weather patterns of a particular region.
Example
Specific climatic conditions are required for snowfall.
Für Schneefall sind bestimmte klimatische Bedingungen erforderlich.
C1 verb /krɪndʒ/

cringe

zusammenzucken
Meaning
To shrink back in fear, embarrassment, or discomfort.
Example
She cringed when she remembered her mistake.
Sie zuckte zusammen, als sie an ihren Fehler dachte.
B2 noun /kənˈkʌʃən/

concussion

Gehirnerschütterung
Meaning
A temporary unconsciousness or shock caused by a blow to the head.
Example
He suffered a concussion after falling from the bike.
Er erlitt eine Gehirnerschütterung, nachdem er vom Fahrrad gefallen war.
B2 noun/verb /kjuː/

cue

Signal
Meaning
A signal or prompt for action; to give a signal.
Example
The actor waited for his cue before entering the stage.
Der Schauspieler wartete auf sein Signal, bevor er die Bühne betrat.
B1 verb /kruːz/

cruise

Glück
Meaning
to travel smoothly at a moderate speed, especially for pleasure
Example
They decided to cruise along the coast during their vacation.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B1 noun ˈtʃɑː.dʒɪŋ

charging

Laden
Meaning
The process of supplying electrical energy to recharge a battery or power source.
Example
Electric vehicle charging stations are increasing in cities.
Ladestationen für Elektrofahrzeuge nehmen in Städten zu.
A2 verb /kənˈteɪn/

contain

enthalten
Meaning
to have or include within; to restrain or control
Example
This box contains important documents.
Diese Box enthält wichtige Dokumente.
C1 adjective /ˈkɑːr.di.æk/

cardiac

kardiologisch
Meaning
Relating to the heart.
Example
The patient was admitted with a cardiac condition.
Der Patient wurde mit einer kardialen Erkrankung aufgenommen.
A2 noun /ˈkæm.əl/

Camel

kamel
Meaning
a large animal with one or two humps on its back that lives in hot dry places
Example
The camel walked slowly across the desert sand.
Das Kamel ging langsam über den Wüstensand.
C2 noun /ˈkɒntrətɑː̃/

contretemps

unerwarteter Konflikt
Meaning
an unexpected and unfortunate event or disagreement; a minor dispute
Example
There was a small contretemps between the two colleagues during the meeting.
Es gab einen kleinen Konflikt zwischen den beiden Kollegen während des Treffens.
C2 adjective /ˈkɔːpjʊlənt/

corpulent

korpulent, dick
Meaning
fat or obese; having a large bulky body
Example
The corpulent man struggled to fit into the small chair.
Der corpulente Mann hatte Schwierigkeiten, in den kleinen Stuhl zu passen.
B2 noun /ˌkovuːɪɡˈzɪs.təns/

Co-existence

Koexistenz
Meaning
the state of existing together at the same time or in the same place; peaceful cohabitation
Example
The peaceful co-existence of different cultures makes this city unique.
Die friedliche Koexistenz verschiedener Kulturen macht diese Stadt einzigartig.
A2 verb /tʃɑːrdʒ/

charge

berechnen/anklagen
Meaning
to demand payment; to formally accuse; to rush forward aggressively
Example
The store charges extra for home delivery.
Der Laden verlangt einen Aufpreis für die Lieferung nach Hause.
C2 verb /ˈkrɪŋ.kəl/

crinkle

knittern
Meaning
To form small creases or wrinkles.
Example
She crinkled her nose at the strange smell.
Sie verzog die Nase bei dem seltsamen Geruch.
B1 verb /ˈkɒnsəntreɪt/

concentrate

konzentrieren
Meaning
to focus all one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity
Example
She tried to concentrate on her studies despite the noise.
Sie versuchte, sich trotz des Lärms auf ihr Studium zu konzentrieren.
B2 adjective /ˈkɒn.trər.i/

Contrary

entgegengesetzt; gegensätzlich;
Meaning
opposite in nature, direction, or meaning; completely different
Example
Contrary to popular belief, cats can be very social animals.
Im Gegensatz zu der weit verbreiteten Meinung können Katzen sehr gesellige Tiere sein.
C1 noun /ˈtʃæriət/

Chariot

Kriegsgespann
Meaning
an ancient horse-drawn vehicle used in warfare and racing
Example
The warrior rode his chariot into battle with great courage.
Der Krieger fuhr mit seinem Kriegsgespann mutig in die Schlacht.
B2 verb /kənˈsɒl.ɪ.deɪt/

consolidate

konsolidieren
Meaning
To combine things in order to make them more effective or easier to handle.
Example
The company aims to consolidate its market position.
Das Unternehmen hat das Ziel, seine Marktposition zu konsolidieren.
B2 noun /ˈkɒntræktər/

contractor

Auftragnehmer
Meaning
a person or company that agrees to provide materials or labor to perform a service or do a job
Example
The contractor completed the building project on time.
Der Auftragnehmer hat das Bauprojekt pünktlich abgeschlossen.
A1 noun /ˈsɪti/

city

Stadt
Meaning
a large town or an urban area with its own government
Example
Dhaka is the largest city in Bangladesh.
Berlin ist die größte Stadt in Deutschland.
B1 adjective, noun /ˈkɔːrpərət/

corporate

Bezogen auf ein Unternehmen/Korporation
Meaning
relating to a corporation or large company; united as a single body
Example
Corporate social responsibility is important for modern businesses.
Corporate soziale Verantwortung ist für moderne Unternehmen wichtig.
C1 verb /ˌkɒm.pɑːtˈmen.təl.aɪz/

compartmentalize

unterteilen
Meaning
To divide into sections or categories; to separate things into compartments.
Example
To increase efficiency, he compartmentalized his work tasks.
Um die Effizienz zu steigern, unterteilte er seine Arbeitsaufgaben.
B2 noun /kʌb/

Cub

junger Bär
Meaning
a young bear, lion, tiger, or other large carnivorous mammal
Example
The bear cub stayed close to its mother for protection.
Das Bärenjunges blieb zum Schutz bei seiner Mutter.
B2 noun /kənˈvɪk.ʃən/

conviction

Überzeugung
Meaning
A firmly held belief or opinion.
Example
She spoke with conviction, making everyone believe her.
Sie sprach mit Überzeugung, sodass jeder ihr glaubte.
B2 noun /kənˈstɪtʃ.u.ənts/

constituents

bestandteile
Meaning
Components or elements used to create something.
Example
Proteins and vitamins are essential constituents of a healthy diet.
Proteine und Vitamine sind wesentliche Bestandteile einer gesunden Ernährung.
C1 noun /ˈkɜːrfjuː/

curfew

Ausgangssperre
Meaning
a rule requiring people to stay indoors after a certain time, usually at night
Example
The city imposed a curfew during the unrest.
Die Stadt verhängte während der Unruhen eine Ausgangssperre.
C1 adjective /kəmˈpleɪsənt/

complacent

selbstzufrieden
Meaning
showing self-satisfaction and a lack of concern about potential dangers or problems
Example
The team grew complacent after a few victories and stopped practicing hard.
Das Team wurde nach einigen Siegen selbstzufrieden und hörte auf, hart zu trainieren.
B1 noun /ˈkɔːrɪdɔːr/

corridor

ein langer Gang, der zu verschiedenen Räumen führt
Meaning
a long passage in a building from which doors lead into rooms
Example
The students waited quietly in the corridor.
Die Schüler warteten ruhig im Korridor.
B1 verb /tʃuː/

chew

Glück
Meaning
to bite food into smaller pieces with your teeth before swallowing it
Example
You should chew your food properly to help with digestion.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B1 noun /kəmˈpær.ɪ.sən/

Comparison

Vergleich
Meaning
the act of examining the similarities and differences between two or more things
Example
The teacher made a comparison between the two poems to show their different styles.
Der Lehrer machte einen Vergleich zwischen den beiden Gedichten, um ihre unterschiedlichen Stile zu zeigen.
A1 noun /ˈkʌl.ər/

color

Farbe
Meaning
The property possessed by an object of producing different sensations on the eye as a result of the way it reflects or emits light.
Example
Blue is her favorite color.
Blau ist ihre Lieblingsfarbe.
B1 noun /ˈtʃiːtər/

cheater

Betrüger
Meaning
a person who cheats or acts dishonestly to gain an advantage
Example
He was caught and labeled as a cheater during the exam.
Er wurde als Betrüger im Test entlarvt.
B2 noun /kɜːrd/

Curd

Joghurt
Meaning
a white dairy product made by coagulating milk; yogurt
Example
She added fresh curd to the salad for a tangy flavor.
Sie gab frischen Joghurt zum Salat hinzu, um ihm einen säuerlichen Geschmack zu verleihen.
C1 noun kəˈmɑːnd ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi

command economy

Kommandowirtschaft
Meaning
An economic system where economic activities are controlled by the government.
Example
In a command economy, the government controls production and prices.
In einer Kommandowirtschaft kontrolliert der Staat Produktion und Preise.
C2 noun /ˈkɔːrsər/

courser

schnelles Pferd oder Jagdpferd
Meaning
a swift horse or a hunting horse
Example
The knight rode a fast courser into battle.
Der Ritter ritt in die Schlacht auf einem schnellen Korsar.
B1 adjective /ˈklæsɪk/

classic

klassisch, herausragend
Meaning
Judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality and outstanding of its kind.
Example
That movie is a classic example of 90s comedy.
Dieser Film ist ein klassisches Beispiel für 90er-Jahre-Comedy.
C2 noun /ˌkɒnsaɪˈniː/

consignee

Empfänger
Meaning
the person or company to whom goods are delivered
Example
The consignee received the shipment on time.
Der Empfänger hat die Lieferung rechtzeitig erhalten.
B1 noun /ˈkɒntɛkst/

context

Kontext
Meaning
the circumstances or background relevant to an event, statement, or idea
Example
To understand the quote, you need to know the context in which it was said.
Um das Zitat zu verstehen, müssen Sie den Kontext wissen, in dem es gesagt wurde.
A1 noun /tʃiːz/

Cheese

Käse
Meaning
a food made from the pressed curds of milk; used for photography to make people smile
Example
She added grated cheese to the pasta for extra flavor.
Sie fügte geriebenen Käse zu der Pasta für zusätzlichen Geschmack hinzu.
B1 noun /kloʊðz ˈaɪərn/

Clothes iron

Bügeleisen
Meaning
An electric appliance used to remove wrinkles from clothes by applying heat and pressure
Example
I need to use the clothes iron to make my shirt look neat for the meeting.
Ich muss das Bügeleisen benutzen, um mein Hemd für das Meeting ordentlich aussehen zu lassen.
B2 noun, verb /kjuːb/

cube

Würfel
Meaning
As a noun: a solid object with six equal square faces. As a verb: to cut food into small square pieces.
Example
She put a sugar cube in her tea.
Sie hat einen Würfel Zucker in ihren Tee gelegt.
B2 noun /kreɪn/

Crane

Kranich
Meaning
a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects
Example
The graceful crane stood motionless by the water's edge.
Der anmutige Kranich stand reglos am Rand des Wassers.
C1 adjective ˈkʌm.bə.səm

cumbersome

schwer, sperrig, schwierig zu handhaben
Meaning
Heavy, unwieldy, difficult to handle or carry.
Example
The cumbersome luggage slowed him down.
Das schwere Gepäck hat ihn langsamer gemacht.
C1 noun /krɪˈden.ʃəl/

credential

Qualifikation, Zeugnis
Meaning
a qualification, achievement, or aspect of a person's background used to indicate suitability for something
Example
She presented her credentials before starting the new job.
Sie legte ihre Qualifikationen vor, bevor sie den neuen Job begann.
B2 adjective, noun /ˈkɑːmənpleɪs/

commonplace

alltäglich
Meaning
ordinary or unremarkable; something that is usual or commonly found
Example
Smartphones have become commonplace in modern life.
Smartphones sind im modernen Leben alltäglich geworden.
B1 adjective /kriˈeɪtɪv/

creative

kreativ
Meaning
Having the ability to produce new and original ideas or things.
Example
She is very creative in her writing.
Sie ist sehr kreativ in ihrem Schreiben.
A2 noun /ˈkʌstəmər/

customer

Kunde
Meaning
a person or organization that buys goods or services from a store or business
Example
The shopkeeper greeted the customer with a smile.
Der Ladenbesitzer begrüßte den Kunden mit einem Lächeln.
C1 noun /ˈkjuːmɪn/

Cumin

Kreuzkümmel
Meaning
A spice made from the dried seeds of a plant in the parsley family, with a warm earthy flavor
Example
Cumin is an essential spice in Indian and Middle Eastern cooking.
Kreuzkümmel ist ein wesentlicher Bestandteil der indischen und nahöstlichen Küche.
C2 verb /ˈkɒd.l̩/

coddle

übermäßig verwöhnen
Meaning
to treat someone with excessive care or kindness, often in a way that is overprotective
Example
Parents should support their children without coddling them.
Eltern sollten ihre Kinder unterstützen, ohne sie zu verhätscheln.
A2 noun /ˈsɪə.ri.əl/

cereal

Müsli
Meaning
a common breakfast food made from processed grains such as wheat, oats, or corn
Example
She eats a bowl of cereal every morning before work.
Sie isst jeden Morgen eine Schale Müsli vor der Arbeit.
C2 noun, adjective /klɛərˈvɔɪənt/

clairvoyant

Hellseher/Hellseherin
Meaning
a person who claims to have clairvoyance; having the ability to see beyond normal senses
Example
The clairvoyant predicted that she would travel abroad soon.
Die Hellseherin sagte voraus, dass sie bald ins Ausland reisen würde.
B1 noun /sərˈtɪfɪkət/

certificate

zertifikat
Meaning
a document serving as proof of achievement or qualification
Example
She received a certificate for completing the course.
Sie erhielt ein Zertifikat für den Abschluss des Kurses.