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A1 noun /tʃeɪndʒ/

change

Veränderung
Meaning
The act or instance of making or becoming different.
Example
Change is inevitable for growth.
Veränderung ist unvermeidlich für Wachstum.
B2 noun kənˈtrækʃən

contraction

Kontraktion
Meaning
The process of becoming smaller; a decrease in size or quantity.
Example
The economic contraction resulted in a rise in unemployment.
Die wirtschaftliche Kontraktion führte zu einem Anstieg der Arbeitslosigkeit.
B2 verb /ˈkeɪtər/

cater

anbieten
Meaning
To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.
Example
The company catered the wedding reception.
Das Unternehmen hat das Hochzeitsessen zubereitet.
C2 noun /ˈkɒkskoʊm/

Cockscomb

Hahnenkammblume
Meaning
a tropical plant with bright, velvety flowers that resemble a rooster's comb
Example
The bright red cockscomb flowers added vibrant color to the garden bed.
Die leuchtend roten Hahnenkammblumen fügten dem Gartenbeet lebendige Farben hinzu.
B1 verb /kənˈkluːd/

conclude

abschließen
Meaning
to bring to an end; to decide or determine after consideration
Example
We will conclude the meeting at five o'clock.
Wir werden das Treffen um fünf Uhr beenden.
C2 noun /ˈkʌlvərt/

culvert

durchlass
Meaning
a tunnel or drain that carries water under a road or railway
Example
The heavy rainwater flowed through the culvert under the bridge.
Das schwere Regenwasser floss durch den Durchlass unter der Brücke.
C1 adjective /ˈkɔː.zəl/

causal

kausal
Meaning
relating to or acting as a cause
Example
There is a causal link between smoking and cancer.
Es gibt einen kausalen Zusammenhang zwischen Rauchen und Krebs.
A2 adjective /kənˈfjuːzd/

confused

verwirrt
Meaning
unable to think clearly; uncertain or puzzled
Example
She felt confused by the complicated instructions.
Sie war wegen der komplizierten Anweisungen verwirrt.
C1 noun /ˈkaʊn.tə.nəns/

countenance

Gesicht, Ausdruck; Unterstützung
Meaning
a person's face or expression; support or approval
Example
Her cheerful countenance brightened the room.
Ihr fröhliches Gesicht erhellte den Raum.
B1 adverb /ˈkeərləsli/

carelessly

sorglos
Meaning
without care or attention; in a negligent or reckless manner
Example
He carelessly left the door unlocked.
Er ließ die Tür sorglos unverschlossen.
B2 noun /kənˈsʌmp.ʃən/

Consumption

Konsum
Meaning
The using up of a resource or the amount of a product consumed by consumers.
Example
High energy consumption leads to increased electricity bills.
Hoher Energieverbrauch führt zu höheren Stromrechnungen.
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.
B2 adjective /kəˈrɛspɒndɪŋ/

corresponding

entsprechend
Meaning
matching or related to something
Example
The corresponding page in the book explains the process in detail.
Die entsprechende Seite im Buch erklärt den Prozess im Detail.
B2 noun /kɔːrd/

cord

Schnur
Meaning
a long, thin, flexible string or rope
Example
He tied the package with a strong cord.
Er band das Paket mit einer starken Schnur.
C1 noun /kliːˈʃeɪ/

cliche

Klümpchen
Meaning
An overused expression or idea that has lost its originality or impact.
Example
The speech was filled with old clichés that failed to inspire the audience.
Die Rede war voll von alten Klischees, die das Publikum nicht inspirieren konnten.
C1 adjective /ˈkɔːrəl/

choral

mit dem Chor verbunden
Meaning
Relating to, written for, or performed by a choir or chorus.
Example
The church hosted a choral performance on Sunday.
Die Kirche veranstaltete am Sonntag eine Choralaufführung.
B2 phrase kəˈlek.tɪv ˈæk.ʃən

collective action

kollektives Handeln
Meaning
Action taken by a group of people working together toward a common goal or purpose.
Example
Collective action is needed to mitigate climate change.
Kollektives Handeln ist notwendig, um den Klimawandel zu mildern.
B2 noun /kənˈdʌktər/

conductor

Dirigent / Stromleiter
Meaning
a person who directs a performance or someone who collects fares on public transport; or a material that conducts electricity
Example
The conductor waved his baton to start the orchestra.
Der Dirigent schwenkte seinen Taktstock, um das Orchester zu beginnen.
C1 adjective /ˌkɒzməˈpɒlɪtən/

cosmopolitan

kosmopolitisch
Meaning
familiar with and at ease in many different countries and cultures
Example
He has a cosmopolitan outlook due to his extensive travels.
Er hat eine kosmopolitische Perspektive aufgrund seiner ausgedehnten Reisen.
B1 verb /kənˈsʌlt/

consult

konsultieren
Meaning
To seek advice or information from someone with expertise.
Example
You should consult a doctor before starting the treatment.
Du solltest einen Arzt konsultieren, bevor du mit der Behandlung beginnst.
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.
A2 noun /ˈkær.ət/

Carrot

karotte
Meaning
a long pointed orange root vegetable that grows underground
Example
Carrots are rich in vitamin A.
Karotten sind reich an Vitamin A.
B2 noun /krɑk pɑt/

Crock pot

Schongarer
Meaning
an electric cooking pot that cooks food slowly at low temperatures
Example
I put the chicken and vegetables in the crock pot before going to work.
Ich habe das Huhn und das Gemüse vor der Arbeit in den Schongarer gelegt.
B1 noun /kəmˈpænjən/

companion

Begleiter
Meaning
a person or animal you spend time with or travel with
Example
He was my companion during the long journey.
Er war mein Begleiter während der langen Reise.
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.
B1 verb /ˈkælkjəˌleɪt/

calculate

berechnen
Meaning
to determine by mathematical computation; to estimate
Example
I need to calculate the total cost.
Ich muss die Gesamtkosten berechnen.
B2 noun /ˈkæbɪnət/

Cabinet

Schrank
Meaning
a piece of furniture with doors and shelves used for storage
Example
The kitchen cabinet is full of dishes and utensils.
Der Küchenschrank ist voll mit Tellern und Utensilien.
C1 verb /ˈkrɪstəlaɪz/

crystallize

kristallisieren
Meaning
to form crystals; to make an idea or plan clear and definite
Example
Her vague thoughts began to crystallize into a solid plan.
Ihre vagen Gedanken begannen, sich in einen klaren Plan zu kristallisieren.
C1 adjective /ˈkæni/

canny

klug
Meaning
Having good judgment, especially in business or practical matters; shrewd.
Example
She made a canny investment in real estate.
Sie tätigte eine kluge Investition in Immobilien.
C2 verb /kɒnˈkætəneɪt/

concatenate

verketteln
Meaning
To link things together in a series or chain.
Example
The program concatenates two strings into one.
Das Programm verknüpft zwei Strings zu einem.
C2 adjective /ˈklɛmənt/

clement

milde / gütig
Meaning
mild or merciful; describing weather as mild and pleasant
Example
The prisoners hoped for a clement judge.
Die Gefangenen hofften auf einen milden Richter.
B2 noun /ˈkæʃ.uː nʌt/

Cashew Nut

Cashewnuss
Meaning
a kidney-shaped nut with a creamy texture and mild flavor
Example
Cashew nuts are often used in cooking and as a healthy snack.
Cashewnüsse werden oft in der Küche und als gesunder Snack verwendet.
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.
A1 noun /ˈkæm.rə/

camera

Kamera
Meaning
a device used for taking photographs or recording videos
Example
She bought a new camera for her photography class.
Sie kaufte eine neue Kamera für ihren Fotografieunterricht.
C2 noun /kənˌɡlɒməˈreɪʃən/

conglomeration

konglomerat
Meaning
A collection or mixture of different things grouped together.
Example
The market is a conglomeration of small shops and food stalls.
Der Markt ist ein Konglomerat aus kleinen Läden und Essensständen.
C1 noun /ˈkɒmən kɑːp/

Common Carp

Karpfen
Meaning
A large freshwater fish widely cultivated for food
Example
Common carp is an important fish in aquaculture.
Der Karpfen ist ein wichtiger Fisch in der Aquakultur.
B1 adjective /ˈkɒn.stənt/

Constant

konstant; unveränderlich; stetig
Meaning
occurring continuously over a period of time; unchanging; steady
Example
The machine runs at a constant speed.
Die Maschine läuft mit konstanter Geschwindigkeit.
C2 verb /ˈkæn.tər/

canter

langsamer Galopp
Meaning
To ride a horse at a controlled, easy pace between a trot and a gallop.
Example
She cantered her horse across the field with ease.
Sie kannter ihr Pferd über das Feld mit Leichtigkeit.
C1 noun /ˈkrɛvɪs/

crevice

Riss
Meaning
a narrow crack or opening, especially in a rock or wall
Example
The lizard hid in a crevice between the stones.
Das Eidechse versteckte sich in einem Riss zwischen den Steinen.
C1 noun /kənˈtentmənt/

contentment

Zufriedenheit
Meaning
a state of happiness and satisfaction with what one has
Example
She felt a deep sense of contentment after helping others.
Sie verspürte tiefe Zufriedenheit, nachdem sie anderen geholfen hatte.
C1 verb /tʃɑːr/

char

verbrannt
Meaning
To burn or scorch something so that it becomes blackened.
Example
The cook accidentally charred the steak.
Der Koch hat versehentlich das Steak verbrannt.
B2 noun ˌkɒn.fɪ.den.ʃiˈæl.ɪ.ti

confidentiality

Vertraulichkeit
Meaning
The state of keeping or being kept secret or private
Example
Confidentiality is crucial in data security.
Vertraulichkeit ist entscheidend für die Datensicherheit.
B2 noun /kəʊˌɔːdɪˈneɪʃən/

coordination

koordination
Meaning
the process of organizing different elements to work together effectively
Example
The coordination between the teams was flawless.
Die Koordination zwischen den Teams war einwandfrei.
B2 adverb /kənˈtɪnjuəsli/

Continuously

kontinuierlich; ununterbrochen; fortlaufend
Meaning
without interruption; in an unbroken sequence
Example
The machine operates continuously for 24 hours.
Die Maschine läuft kontinuierlich 24 Stunden.
C2 adjective /kənˈvɪviəl/

convivial

freundlich, lebendig und angenehm; gesellig
Meaning
friendly, lively, and enjoyable; sociable
Example
The party had a convivial atmosphere with music and laughter.
Die Party hatte eine freundliche Atmosphäre mit Musik und Lachen.
B2 noun /kəˈlɛktər/

collector

Sammler
Meaning
a person who collects things as a hobby or job
Example
He is a stamp collector with thousands of rare items.
Er ist ein Briefmarkensammler mit Tausenden von seltenen Artikeln.
B2 noun /ˈklɒzɪt/

closet

Schrank
Meaning
a small room or enclosed space used for storing clothes or other things
Example
She keeps her winter coats in the closet near the door.
Sie bewahrt ihre Wintermäntel im Schrank neben der Tür auf.
C1 noun /ˌkɔr.diˈæl.ɪ.ti/

Cordiality

Kordialität; Freundlichkeit
Meaning
sincere affection and kindness; warm and friendly behavior
Example
The host's cordiality made all the guests feel welcome and comfortable.
Die Kordialität des Gastgebers ließ alle Gäste sich willkommen und wohl fühlen.
C2 noun /kəˈdɛnzə/

cadenza

ein ausgearbeiteter Soloabschnitt
Meaning
An elaborate solo passage in a piece of music, usually near the end.
Example
The pianist performed a brilliant cadenza before the final movement.
Der Pianist spielte eine brillante Cadenza vor dem letzten Satz.
C2 noun /kənˈtɔːrʃənz/

contortions

Plural von Kontorsion; mehrere verzerrte oder verdrehte Formen
Meaning
plural form of contortion; multiple twisted or bent shapes
Example
The magician's contortions left the crowd in awe.
Die Kontorsionen des Magiers ließen die Menge in Erstaunen versetzen.
B1 noun /sɛl/

cell

Zelle / Zelle
Meaning
a small basic unit of life; or a small enclosed space like a prison room
Example
The prisoner was locked in a small cell.
Der Gefangene wurde in einer kleinen Zelle eingesperrt.
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 adjective /ˈsɜːrkjələr/

circular

kreisförmig
Meaning
shaped like a circle; round in form
Example
The kids sat in a circular arrangement around the campfire.
Die Kinder saßen in einer kreisförmigen Anordnung um das Lagerfeuer.
C2 noun /ˈsaɪ.nəˌʃʊr/

cynosure

der Mittelpunkt aller Blicke
Meaning
A person or thing that is the center of attention or admiration.
Example
She was the cynosure of all eyes at the party.
Sie war der Mittelpunkt aller Blicke auf der Party.
C1 noun /ˈkriː.dəns/

credence

Glaubwürdigkeit, Vertrauen
Meaning
belief in or acceptance of something as true
Example
The witness gave credence to the defendant's alibi.
Der Zeuge gab dem Alibi des Angeklagten Glaubwürdigkeit.
C2 adjective /ˈklɔɪ.ɪŋ/

cloying

übermäßig süß
Meaning
too sweet, rich, or sentimental, making it unpleasant
Example
The dessert was so cloying that I couldn't finish it.
Das Dessert war so übermäßig süß, dass ich es nicht fertig essen konnte.
C1 adjective + noun kəˈmendəbəl ɪˈnɪʃətɪvz

commendable initiatives

lobenswerte Initiativen
Meaning
Praiseworthy efforts or actions that deserve admiration and approval.
Example
The commendable initiatives aim to raise awareness.
Die lobenswerten Initiativen zielen darauf ab, das Bewusstsein zu erhöhen.
C2 noun /ˌkɒməˈsɛəriət/

commissariat

Versorgungsdienst
Meaning
A department responsible for supplying food and equipment, especially in the military.
Example
The army commissariat ensured that the soldiers had enough supplies.
Der Versorgungsdienst der Armee stellte sicher, dass die Soldaten genügend Vorräte hatten.
B1 noun /ˈkɛmɪstri/

chemistry

Chemie
Meaning
the branch of science that studies substances and their interactions; also the emotional connection between people
Example
They have great chemistry and work well together.
Sie haben eine großartige Chemie und arbeiten gut zusammen.
C1 verb koʊˈɜrs

coerce

zwingen
Meaning
To force someone to do something against their will using threats or intimidation.
Example
The manager tried to coerce the employees into working overtime.
Der Manager versuchte, die Mitarbeiter zu zwingen, Überstunden zu machen.
A2 noun /ˈkʌzn/

cousin

Cousin/Cousine
Meaning
A child of one's uncle or aunt.
Example
My cousin is coming to visit us this weekend.
Mein Cousin kommt dieses Wochenende zu uns.
B2 verb /ˌkɒn.trəˈdɪkt/

contradict

widersprechen
Meaning
to say or show the opposite of something that has been said or believed
Example
His actions contradict his words.
Seine Handlungen widersprechen seinen Worten.
C2 noun /ˈsɜːrklət/

circlet

Diadem
Meaning
A small circular band, typically worn as an ornament on the head.
Example
The princess wore a golden circlet on her forehead.
Die Prinzessin trug ein goldenes Diadem auf der Stirn.
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.
C2 adjective /kəˈprɪʃəs/

capricious

launisch
Meaning
given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior
Example
The stock market can be capricious, shifting dramatically without warning.
Der Aktienmarkt kann launisch sein, dramatisch ohne Vorwarnung schwanken.
C1 noun /ˈkɔːl.drən/

Cauldron

kessel
Meaning
a large metal pot with a lid and handle, used for cooking over a fire
Example
The witch stirred her potion in a large cauldron.
Die Hexe rührte ihren Trank in einem großen Kessel um.
B1 noun /kɔːr/

core

Kern
Meaning
the central or most important part of something
Example
Honesty is at the core of their values.
Ehrlichkeit ist der Kern ihrer Werte.
C2 verb /koʊˈæɡjəˌleɪt/

coagulate

gerinnen
Meaning
to cause a liquid, especially blood, to change into a solid or semi-solid state
Example
The blood quickly coagulated after the cut.
Das Blut gerann schnell nach dem Schnitt.
C1 adjective /kənˈvɜːrdʒənt/

convergent

konvergent
Meaning
tending to move toward a common point or result
Example
The two rivers have a convergent path before entering the lake.
Die beiden Flüsse haben einen konvergierenden Weg, bevor sie in den See münden.
A2 verb /klaɪm/

climb

ersteigen
Meaning
to go up using hands and feet; to ascend
Example
We decided to climb the mountain.
Wir haben beschlossen, den Berg zu erklimmen.
C1 adjective /ˈkræfti/

crafty

gerissen, raffiniert, betrügerisch
Meaning
skilled at achieving goals through cunning or deceit; sly
Example
The crafty fox evaded the hunters again.
Der gerissene Fuchs entkam erneut den Jägern.
A2 noun /ˈkɑr.pɪt/

Carpet

teppich
Meaning
a floor covering made from thick woven fabric
Example
The Persian carpet in the living room was a family heirloom.
Der persische Teppich im Wohnzimmer war ein Familienerbstück.
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.
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 verb /kənˈsaɪn/

consign

übergeben
Meaning
to deliver something to a person or place, often for selling or safekeeping
Example
He consigned the package to the shipping company.
Er hat das Paket an die Versandfirma übergeben.
C1 noun /ˈsɪn.ɪˌsɪz.əm/

cynicism

Zynismus
Meaning
An inclination to believe that people are motivated purely by self-interest; skepticism.
Example
His cynicism made it hard for him to trust anyone.
Sein Zynismus machte es ihm schwer, jemandem zu vertrauen.
C2 adjective /ˈsɜː.kəm.spekt/

circumspect

vorsichtig, bedacht, umsichtig
Meaning
Wary and unwilling to take risks; careful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences.
Example
Investors must be circumspect before making decisions.
Investoren müssen vorsichtig sein, bevor sie Entscheidungen treffen.
B2 adjective /ˈtʃær.ɪ.tə.bəl/

Charitable

wohltätig; großzügig; gütig
Meaning
generous in giving to those in need; showing kindness
Example
She is known for her charitable work in the community.
Sie ist bekannt für ihre wohltätige Arbeit in der Gemeinde.
C1 noun /kɔːrs flaʊər/

Course flour

grobes Mehl
Meaning
coarsely ground flour with larger particles, typically used for baking bread
Example
She used course flour to make homemade bread with a rustic texture.
Sie verwendete grobes Mehl, um hausgemachtes Brot mit einer rustikalen Textur zu backen.
A2 noun /ˈkɒm.ent/

comment

Kommentar
Meaning
a verbal or written remark expressing an opinion or reaction
Example
She posted a kind comment on my photo.
Sie hat einen netten Kommentar zu meinem Foto gepostet.
A2 verb ˈsɛləbreɪtɪŋ

celebrating

feiern
Meaning
The act of acknowledging a significant or happy day or event with a social gathering or enjoyable activity.
Example
Celebrating awareness days helps spread important messages.
Das Feiern von Bewusstseinstagen hilft, wichtige Botschaften zu verbreiten.
C2 adjective /kɔːrˈpɔːriəl/

corporeal

körperlich, materiell
Meaning
relating to the physical body; material or tangible
Example
Ghosts are often described as having no corporeal form.
Gespenster werden oft als ohne körperliche Form beschrieben.
C2 adjective /ˌkrɪp.təˈɡræf.ɪk/

cryptographic

kryptografisch
Meaning
Relating to cryptography; involving or using secret codes or ciphers for security.
Example
Banks use cryptographic technology to protect transactions.
Banken verwenden kryptographische Technologie, um Transaktionen zu schützen.
C2 adjective /kənˈtraɪt/

contrite

reumütig
Meaning
feeling or showing remorse or guilt
Example
She was contrite after realizing her mistake.
Sie war reumütig, nachdem sie ihren Fehler erkannt hatte.
C2 noun /ˈkɒl.ə.kwi/

colloquy

formelle Unterhaltung
Meaning
A formal conversation or dialogue, often on serious or academic topics.
Example
The professors engaged in a deep colloquy about the future of education.
Die Professoren führten eine tiefgehende Unterhaltung über die Zukunft der Bildung.
A2 noun /klɔːθ/

Cloth

Stoff
Meaning
woven or felted fabric made from wool, cotton, or a similar fiber
Example
The tailor cut the cloth into precise pieces.
Der Schneider schnitt den Stoff in präzise Stücke.
B1 noun /ˈsɛrəˌmoʊni/

ceremony

Zeremonie
Meaning
A formal event or occasion, often with rituals and traditions.
Example
The graduation ceremony was held in the university hall.
Die Abschlusszeremonie fand in der Aula der Universität statt.
B2 noun /kɒk/

Cock

Hahn
Meaning
an adult male chicken
Example
The cock crowed loudly at dawn to wake everyone up.
Der Hahn krähte laut bei Tagesanbruch, um alle zu wecken.
B1 noun /ˈkɜːr.ənt/

Current

Strom
Meaning
a body of water or air moving in a definite direction; present time
Example
The river current was too strong for swimming.
Der Flussstrom war zu stark zum Schwimmen.
C1 adjective /kəmˈpʌlsɪv/

compulsive

zwanghaft
Meaning
Resulting from or acting on an irresistible urge, especially one that is against one's conscious wishes.
Example
He is a compulsive gambler who cannot stop placing bets.
Er ist ein zwanghafter Spieler, der nicht aufhören kann, Wetten abzuschließen.
C2 noun /ˈʃɑːrlətən/

charlatan

Schwätzer
Meaning
a person who pretends to have knowledge or skills that they do not really possess; a fraud
Example
The so-called healer was exposed as a charlatan.
Der sogenannte Heiler wurde als Schwätzer entlarvt.
C1 noun /ˈklaɪəntɛl/

clientele

Klientel
Meaning
The clients or customers of a professional person or business.
Example
The salon's clientele includes many high-profile individuals.
Die Klientel des Salons umfasst viele hochrangige Persönlichkeiten.
A1 adjective /kloʊzd/

closed

geschlossen
Meaning
not open; shut
Example
The store is closed on Fridays.
Der Laden ist freitags geschlossen.
B2 noun /kənˌtɪn.juˈeɪ.ʃən/

continuation

Fortsetzung
Meaning
the action of carrying something on over time; extension
Example
The continuation of the series was announced after the finale.
Die Fortsetzung der Serie wurde nach dem Finale angekündigt.
C1 noun /ˈkɑr.nɪdʒ/

Carnage

Massaker
Meaning
the killing of a large number of people; widespread slaughter
Example
The battlefield was filled with carnage after the brutal war.
Das Schlachtfeld war nach dem brutalen Krieg mit Massaker gefüllt.
C1 adjective /klaɪˈmæktɪk/

climactic

klimaktisch
Meaning
Relating to the most exciting or important moment of something.
Example
The film ended with a climactic battle scene.
Der Film endete mit einer klimatischen Schlacht Szene.
C2 adjective /ˈkɒr.ə.ɡeɪ.tɪd/

corrugated

wellig oder gefaltet
Meaning
shaped into ridges and grooves; wrinkled or folded
Example
The roof was made of corrugated metal sheets.
Das Dach war aus welligen Metallplatten gemacht.
B2 adjective /ˈkaʊntləs/

countless

unzählbar
Meaning
too many to be counted; innumerable
Example
There are countless stars in the sky.
Es gibt unzählbare Sterne am Himmel.
C2 noun /kəˌmɒd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

commodification

Kommodifizierung
Meaning
The transformation of goods, services, ideas, or social relations into market commodities.
Example
The commodification of education has increased tuition costs.
Die Kommodifizierung der Bildung hat die Studiengebühren erhöht.
C1 noun kəˈlæt.ər.əl

collateral

Sicherheit, verpfändetes Vermögen als Kreditsicherheit
Meaning
Something pledged as security for repayment of a loan, to be forfeited in the event of a default.
Example
The bank requires collateral for loan approval.
Die Bank verlangt eine Sicherheit für die Kreditgenehmigung.
C2 noun /ˈkɑr.mɪn/

Carmine

Karmin
Meaning
a vivid crimson color; a red pigment obtained from cochineal
Example
The artist mixed carmine with white to create a beautiful pink shade.
Der Künstler mischte Karmin mit Weiß, um einen schönen Rosaton zu kreieren.
A2 noun /ˈkrɒk.ə.daɪl/

Crocodile

krokodil
Meaning
a large reptile with a long mouth and sharp teeth that lives in rivers and lakes in hot countries
Example
The crocodile slowly moved through the murky water.
Das Krokodil bewegte sich langsam durch das trübe Wasser.
A2 noun /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪz/

challenges

herausforderungen
Meaning
Difficult tasks or situations that test someone's abilities or resources.
Example
Overcoming challenges is the key to personal growth.
Herausforderungen zu überwinden ist der Schlüssel zum persönlichen Wachstum.
C1 verb /ˌkaʊntərˈbæləns/

counterbalance

ausgleichen
Meaning
to offset or balance the effect of something
Example
Exercise can counterbalance the negative effects of stress.
Übung kann die negativen Auswirkungen von Stress ausgleichen.
C2 noun /ˈkʌvən/

coven

ein Hexenzirkel
Meaning
a group or gathering of witches
Example
The witches met secretly in a coven in the forest.
Die Hexen trafen sich heimlich in einem Hexenzirkel im Wald.
B1 noun kəˈpæs.ə.ti

capacity

Kapazität
Meaning
The maximum amount that something can contain or produce; the ability or power to do or understand something.
Example
The cable has the capacity to handle vast data traffic.
Das Kabel hat die Kapazität, große Datenmengen zu verarbeiten.
C1 verb /ˈkɒnskrɪpt/

conscript

jemanden zum Militärdienst zwingen
Meaning
to force someone into military service
Example
The government conscripted young men during the war.
Die Regierung hat junge Männer während des Krieges zwangsrekrutiert.
B1 noun /ˈkæbɪn/

cabin

Hütte
Meaning
a small shelter or house, often made of wood in a remote area
Example
They spent the weekend in a cozy cabin in the mountains.
Sie verbrachten das Wochenende in einer gemütlichen Hütte in den Bergen.
B2 adjective /ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/

cynical

zynisch
Meaning
Believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.
Example
She was cynical about the politician's promises.
Sie war zynisch gegenüber den Versprechungen des Politikers.
C1 noun kəˈmjunəl ˈhɑrməni

communal harmony

gemeinschaftliche Harmonie
Meaning
Peaceful coexistence and cooperation among different groups in a community.
Example
Maintaining communal harmony requires mutual respect and understanding.
Die Aufrechterhaltung der gemeinschaftlichen Harmonie erfordert gegenseitigen Respekt und Verständnis.
B2 adjective /kənˈsɪd.ər.ɪt/

Considerate

rücksichtsvoll; aufmerksam
Meaning
showing careful thought about the feelings or wishes of others; thoughtful
Example
He is always considerate of others' feelings.
Er ist immer rücksichtsvoll gegenüber den Gefühlen anderer.
C1 noun ˌkɒm.pjʊˈteɪ.ʃən

computation

Berechnung
Meaning
The action of mathematical calculation.
Example
Complex computation is required for AI models.
Komplexe Berechnungen sind für KI-Modelle erforderlich.
B1 noun /ˈkæmpəs/

campus

Campus
Meaning
The grounds and buildings of a university, college, or school.
Example
The university campus is filled with students during the fall semester.
Der Universitätscampus ist während des Herbstsemesters voller Studenten.
C1 adjective /kənˈdjuː.sɪv/

conducive

förderlich
Meaning
Making a certain situation or outcome likely or possible; contributing to or helping to bring about.
Example
A quiet environment is conducive to studying.
Eine ruhige Umgebung ist förderlich für das Studium.
C1 noun /ˌkɒn.təmˈpleɪ.ʃən/

contemplation

tiefe Nachdenklichkeit
Meaning
The action of looking thoughtfully at something for a long time; deep reflective thought.
Example
She sat in contemplation before making her decision.
Sie saß in tiefer Nachdenklichkeit, bevor sie ihre Entscheidung traf.
C1 noun /ˈkɜːr.i liːvz/

Curry Leaves

Curryblätter
Meaning
aromatic leaves from the curry tree used in South Asian cooking
Example
Fresh curry leaves add authentic flavor to Indian dishes.
Frische Curryblätter verleihen indischen Gerichten einen authentischen Geschmack.
C1 noun ˈkeɪ.dəns

cadence

Sprachrhythmus mit Auf- und Abstieg der Tonhöhe
Meaning
The rhythm and flow of speech with rise and fall in tone.
Example
His speech had a natural cadence that captivated the audience.
Seine Rede hatte eine natürliche Kadenz, die das Publikum fesselte.
B1 noun /ˌkænsəˈleɪʃən/

cancellation

Stornierung
Meaning
the act of stopping something that was planned or scheduled; the act of nullifying or invalidating something
Example
The airline announced the cancellation of several flights due to bad weather.
Die Fluggesellschaft meldete die Stornierung mehrerer Flüge.
B1 noun /kɒp/

cop

Polizist
Meaning
a police officer (informal)
Example
The cop stopped the car for speeding.
Der Polizist hielt das Auto wegen zu schnellen Fahrens an.
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.
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.