B2 adjective /ˈtʃiːzi/

cheesy

billig/übermäßig sentimental

Meaning

tacky, overly sentimental, or cheap in quality

Example

The movie was funny but a bit too cheesy.

Der Film war lustig, aber ein bisschen zu kitschig.

B2 noun/adjective /kənˈstɪtʃuənt/

constituent

Bestandteil / Wähler

Meaning

Noun: A member of a constituency or an essential part of something. Adjective: Being a necessary part of a whole.

Example

The senator met with his constituents to discuss local issues.

Der Senator traf sich mit seinen Wählern, um lokale Probleme zu besprechen.

B2 adverb /kənˈtɪnjuəli/

Continually

kontinuierlich; wiederholt

Meaning

without stopping; repeatedly

Example

She continually checked her phone for messages.

Sie überprüfte kontinuierlich ihr Telefon nach Nachrichten.

C2 noun /ˈkjʊriˌoʊ/

curio

seltsames Objekt

Meaning

a small unusual or interesting object, often collected for its rarity

Example

She bought a curio from the antique shop.

Sie kaufte ein seltsames Objekt im Antiquitätengeschäft.

C1 noun /kəˈnɛəri/

canary

Kanari

Meaning

a small, usually yellow bird known for its singing; also used as a warning sign in dangerous conditions

Example

The canary sang beautifully in its cage.

Der Kanari sang wunderschön in seinem Käfig.

B2 verb /ˈkʌltɪveɪt/

cultivate

kultivieren

Meaning

to grow crops or plants; to develop or improve something

Example

Farmers cultivate rice in the paddy fields.

Landwirte kultivieren Reis auf den Reisfeldern.

B1 noun /ˌkɒmbɪˈneɪʃən/

combination

kombination / mischung

Meaning

The act of joining or mixing two or more things together.

Example

This dish is a perfect combination of sweet and spicy flavors.

Dieses Gericht ist eine perfekte Kombination aus süßen und scharfen Aromen.

B1 noun /ˈsiːlɪŋ/

ceiling

Decke

Meaning

the upper interior surface of a room

Example

The ceiling of the hall was painted beautifully.

Die Decke des Saals wurde wunderschön bemalt.

C1 verb ˌkəʊ.əˈles

coalesce

verschmelzen

Meaning

Come together and form one mass or whole; unite to form one organization or group.

Example

The different theories coalesced into one unified idea.

Die verschiedenen Theorien verschmolzen zu einer vereinheitlichten Idee.

C1 noun /kjʊˈreɪtər/

curator

Kurator

Meaning

a person who is responsible for the care and management of a museum, gallery, or collection

Example

The curator organized a new exhibition of ancient artifacts.

Der Kurator organisierte eine neue Ausstellung antiker Artefakte.

C1 noun /ˈkoʊmə/

coma

Koma

Meaning

A deep state of prolonged unconsciousness caused by illness or injury.

Example

The patient remained in a coma for several weeks.

Der Patient blieb mehrere Wochen im Koma.

C1 verb /ˈklæmbər/

clamber

mit Mühe klettern

Meaning

to climb with effort or difficulty, often using both hands and feet

Example

The children clambered over the rocks to reach the cave.

Die Kinder kletterten mühsam über die Felsen, um die Höhle zu erreichen.

B2 adjective /kənˈdʒɛstɪd/

congested

verstopft

Meaning

Blocked up with too much traffic or crowding.

Example

The road was congested during rush hour.

Die Straße war während der Rushhour verstopft.

A2 noun /ˈkæptɪn/

Captain

kapitän

Meaning

a military officer of middle rank; the person in command of a ship or aircraft

Example

The captain ordered his troops to advance forward.

Der Kapitän befahl seinen Truppen, voranzukommen.

C2 adjective /kəmˈpleɪzənt/

complaisant

zu nachgiebig

Meaning

willing to please others or to accept what they do or say without protest

Example

He was too complaisant to refuse their demands.

Er war zu nachgiebig, um ihre Forderungen abzulehnen.

C2 adjective /ˈsɜːrkəmskraɪbd/

circumscribed

beschränkt

Meaning

restricted or limited in scope or freedom

Example

Her freedom of choice was circumscribed by social rules.

Ihre Entscheidungsfreiheit war durch soziale Regeln beschränkt.

A2 noun /kəˈnɛkʃən/

connection

Verbindung

Meaning

a relationship in which a person, thing, or idea is linked or associated with something else

Example

There is a strong connection between exercise and health.

Es gibt eine starke Verbindung zwischen Bewegung und Gesundheit.

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.

C1 noun /kənˈspɪrə.tər/

conspirator

Verschwörer

Meaning

a person who secretly plans with others to do something unlawful or harmful

Example

The conspirator was arrested before the plan could be carried out.

Der Verschwörer wurde festgenommen, bevor der Plan umgesetzt werden konnte.

B1 verb /kənˈsuːm/

consume

essen, trinken, verbrauchen

Meaning

to eat or drink; to use up; to destroy completely

Example

We consume a lot of water during summer.

Wir konsumieren viel Wasser im Sommer.

C2 noun /kɪˈrɒpədɪst/

chiropodist

Fußpfleger

Meaning

A healthcare professional who diagnoses and treats foot problems.

Example

The chiropodist treated her painful corns and calluses.

Der Fußpfleger behandelte ihre schmerzhaften Hühneraugen und Hornhautstellen.

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 adjective ˌkɒn.ʃiˈen.ʃəs

conscientious

gewissenhaft

Meaning

Wishing to do what is right, especially to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly.

Example

A conscientious worker always delivers high-quality results.

Ein gewissenhafter Arbeiter liefert immer hochwertige Ergebnisse.

B1 adjective /kənˈviː.ni.ənt/

Convenient

praktisch; bequem; geeignet;

Meaning

fitting in well with a person's needs, activities, and plans; suitable and practical

Example

The new shopping mall is very convenient for our family.

Das neue Einkaufszentrum ist sehr praktisch für unsere Familie.

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.

C1 noun /kəˈθɑːrsɪs/

catharsis

Katharsis

Meaning

The process of releasing strong emotions, providing relief.

Example

Writing in her diary was a form of catharsis for her.

Das Schreiben in ihrem Tagebuch war eine Form der Katharsis für sie.

B1 noun /ˈsɛntɪˌmiːtər/

centimeter

Zentimeter

Meaning

A metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter.

Example

The table is 120 centimeters long.

Der Tisch ist 120 Zentimeter lang.

B2 noun /ˈkæp.ʃən/

caption

Untertitel

Meaning

a brief explanation or description accompanying an illustration or photograph

Example

The caption under the photo explained who the people were.

Der Untertitel unter dem Foto erklärte, wer die Personen waren.

B2 verb /kənˈsiːd/

concede

zugeben

Meaning

to admit something is true or valid, often reluctantly

Example

She finally conceded that she was wrong.

Sie gab schließlich zu, dass sie Unrecht hatte.

B2 noun ˈkrɪp.toʊˌkɝː.ən.si

cryptocurrency

Kryptowährung

Meaning

Decentralized digital currency operated using blockchain technology.

Example

Bitcoin is the most popular cryptocurrency in the market.

Bitcoin ist die beliebteste Kryptowährung auf dem Markt.

A1 verb /klɪr/

clear

räumen

Meaning

to remove obstructions; to make clean or transparent

Example

Please clear the table after dinner.

Bitte räumen Sie den Tisch nach dem Abendessen ab.

C2 adjective /ˌkɑːmənˈsɛnsɪkəl/

commonsensical

vernünftig

Meaning

based on or showing sound practical judgment; sensible

Example

It was commonsensical to carry an umbrella on a rainy day.

Es war vernünftig, an einem regnerischen Tag einen Regenschirm mitzunehmen.

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.

C1 adjective /kənˈstreɪnd/

constrained

eingeschränkt, gezwungen

Meaning

appearing forced, unnatural, or restricted

Example

He gave a constrained smile during the awkward meeting.

Er gab ein gezwungenes Lächeln während des unangenehmen Treffens.

A2 verb /tʃiːt/

cheat

schummeln

Meaning

to act dishonestly; to break rules for advantage

Example

He cheats on the exam by copying answers.

Er schummelt in der Prüfung, indem er Antworten abschreibt.

A2 adjective /ˈtʃɪə.fəl/

Cheerful

fröhlich; optimistisch; voller Freude

Meaning

happy and optimistic; full of joy and good spirits; bright and lively

Example

She has a cheerful personality that brightens everyone's day.

Sie hat eine fröhliche Persönlichkeit, die den Tag aller erhellt.

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.

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.

C1 noun /kənˈsep.ʃən/

Conception

Konzeption; Idee; Befruchtung

Meaning

the forming of an idea or plan; the fertilization of an ovum by a sperm; the action of conceiving

Example

The conception of this innovative project took several months of brainstorming.

Die Konzeption dieses innovativen Projekts dauerte mehrere Monate intensiven Brainstormings.

C1 noun sɜːrˈkeɪdiən ˈrɪðəm

circadian rhythm

zirkadianer Rhythmus

Meaning

The body's natural sleep-wake cycle that occurs within 24 hours

Example

Exposure to natural light regulates the circadian rhythm.

Die Exposition gegenüber natürlichem Licht reguliert den zirkadianen Rhythmus.

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.

C1 adjective /kɑːrˈnɪv.ər.əs/

Carnivorous

karnivor

Meaning

feeding on other animals; meat-eating

Example

Lions are carnivorous animals that hunt other animals for food.

Löwen sind karnivore Tiere, die andere Tiere zur Nahrung jagen.

C1 verb /kɑːrp/

carp

sich beschweren

Meaning

to complain or find fault continually, often about trivial matters

Example

She tends to carp about the smallest inconveniences.

Sie neigt dazu, sich über die kleinsten Unannehmlichkeiten zu beschweren.

C1 noun /ˈkɒləmnɪst/

columnist

Kolumnist

Meaning

a journalist who regularly writes articles or opinions for a newspaper or magazine

Example

The columnist wrote an article about climate change.

Der Kolumnist schrieb einen Artikel über den Klimawandel.

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.

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.

C2 noun /ˈkɒntrəriz/

contraries

gegensätzliche Dinge

Meaning

things that are completely different or opposite to each other

Example

Freedom and slavery are contraries in every sense.

Freiheit und Sklaverei sind in jeder Hinsicht Gegensätze.

C2 noun /ˈkɒn.tjʊ.mə.si/

contumacy

Widerspenstigkeit, Sturheit

Meaning

stubborn refusal to obey authority

Example

His contumacy led to his suspension from the council.

Seine Widerspenstigkeit führte zu seiner Suspendierung vom Rat.

B2 noun /ˌkɒnsərˈveɪʃən ˈmuːvmənt/

Conservation Movement

Naturschutzbewegung

Meaning

A political, environmental, and social movement that seeks to protect natural resources including plant and animal species as well as their habitat for the future.

Example

The conservation movement began in the 19th century to protect wildlife.

Die Naturschutzbewegung begann im 19. Jahrhundert, um die Wildtiere zu schützen.

B1 noun /ˈkætl/

cattle

Glück

Meaning

large domesticated animals such as cows and bulls that are kept on a farm for their milk, meat, or hides

Example

The farmer owns a herd of cattle that graze near the river.

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

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 /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.

B1 noun /ˈkær.ə.væn/

Caravan

Karawane

Meaning

a group of people traveling together, especially through desert areas

Example

The merchant caravan crossed the desert with camels carrying precious goods.

Die Karawane von Händlern überquerte die Wüste mit Kamelen, die wertvolle Waren trugen.

A2 verb /kənˈtɪn.juːd/

continued

fortgesetzt

Meaning

Kept happening or carried on without stopping.

Example

She continued working despite the challenges.

Sie fuhr fort zu arbeiten, trotz der Herausforderungen.

C2 verb /ˈkæstreɪt/

castrate

kastrieren

Meaning

To remove the testicles of a male animal or human.

Example

The farmer castrated the young bulls to make them easier to manage.

Der Bauer kastrierte die jungen Stiere, um sie leichter zu handhaben.

B2 noun /kwɪˈziːn/

cuisine

küche

Meaning

A style or method of cooking, especially characteristic of a particular country or region.

Example

Italian cuisine is famous all over the world.

Italienische Küche ist weltweit berühmt.

C1 noun /kəˈmændər ɪn tʃiːf/

Commander-in-chief

Oberbefehlshaber

Meaning

the supreme leader of a nation's armed forces

Example

The president serves as the commander-in-chief of the military.

Der Präsident dient als Oberbefehlshaber der Streitkräfte.

B1 noun /keɪv/

Cave

höhle; kavität;

Meaning

a large underground chamber in a hill or cliff; a hollow space in rock

Example

The explorers discovered ancient paintings on the cave walls.

Die Forscher entdeckten antike Malereien an den Wänden der Höhle.

B2 adjective ˌkɑː.bən ˈnjuː.trəl

carbon-neutral

kohlenstoffneutral

Meaning

Having a balance between emitting carbon and absorbing carbon from the atmosphere; not adding to overall carbon emissions.

Example

The company aims to be carbon-neutral by 2030.

Das Unternehmen hat das Ziel, bis 2030 kohlenstoffneutral zu sein.

B1 noun /kəʊst/

Coast

Küste

Meaning

the part of the land near the sea; the edge of the land

Example

We drove along the coast to enjoy the view.

Wir fuhren entlang der Küste, um die Aussicht zu genießen.

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.

C1 noun /kənˈtɪnjuəm/

continuum

Kontinuum

Meaning

A continuous sequence in which adjacent elements are not perceptibly different from each other, but the extremes are quite distinct.

Example

Life and death are often seen as part of the same continuum.

Leben und Tod werden oft als Teil des gleichen Kontinuums betrachtet.

A2 adjective /ˈkraʊdɪd/

crowded

Glück

Meaning

filled with too many people or things

Example

The bus was so crowded that I could hardly move.

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

C1 noun /ˈkaʊərdɪs/

cowardice

Feigheit

Meaning

lack of courage; behavior showing fear

Example

His cowardice prevented him from speaking up.

Seine Feigheit hinderte ihn daran, zu sprechen.

B2 noun ˈkæp.ɪ.təl.ɪ.zəm

capitalism

Kapitalismus

Meaning

An economic system where trade, industry and production are privately owned and operated for profit.

Example

Capitalism encourages innovation and competition.

Der Kapitalismus fördert Innovation und Wettbewerb.

B2 noun /ˈkɒk.roʊtʃ/

Cockroach

Kakerlake

Meaning

a flat brown insect that is commonly found in kitchens and other warm places

Example

A cockroach ran across the kitchen floor quickly.

Eine Kakerlake lief schnell über den Küchenboden.

C1 noun /kənˈtɛnʃən/

contention

Auseinandersetzung, Streit

Meaning

heated disagreement or argument; a point asserted in debate

Example

The main contention between the two parties was over tax reform.

Die Hauptauseinandersetzung zwischen den beiden Parteien war die Steuerreform.

A2 verb /ˈtʃeɪndʒɪŋ/

changing

Veränderung

Meaning

The act of becoming different; ongoing process of change.

Example

The weather is changing rapidly.

Das Wetter ändert sich schnell.

C2 adjective /ˈtʃɛəri/

chary

vorsichtig

Meaning

cautious or wary about doing something

Example

She was chary of investing in the new business venture.

Sie war vorsichtig, in das neue Geschäft zu investieren.

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.

C1 noun /ˈkɒntrəbænd/

contraband

illegale Ware

Meaning

goods that are illegal to import, export, or possess

Example

The police seized a shipment of contraband cigarettes.

Die Polizei beschlagnahmte eine Lieferung Schmuggelzigaretten.

C1 verb /ˈkænvəs/

canvass

Stimmen sammeln

Meaning

to solicit votes or opinions; to examine thoroughly; to discuss in detail

Example

They will canvass the neighborhood for votes.

Sie werden die Nachbarschaft für Stimmen abklappern.

B2 verb /kloʊð/

clothe

kleiden

Meaning

to put clothes on; to dress; to provide with clothing

Example

She clothed the baby in warm garments.

Sie kleidete das Baby in warme Kleidung.

C2 adjective /ˈsɪlieɪtɪd/

ciliated

mit Wimpern

Meaning

Having minute hairlike projections (cilia) on the surface of cells or organisms.

Example

The ciliated cells in the respiratory tract help move mucus out of the lungs.

Die ziliierten Zellen im Atmungstrakt helfen dabei, Schleim aus der Lunge zu transportieren.

B2 noun /ˈkɒmənˌteɪtər/

commentator

Kommentator

Meaning

a person who reports and discusses events, especially on TV or radio

Example

The commentator described the football match in detail.

Der Kommentator beschrieb das Fußballspiel im Detail.

B1 noun ˈkɒn.sɪ.kwəns

consequence

Konsequenz

Meaning

A result or effect of an action or condition.

Example

Every action has a consequence.

Jede Handlung hat eine Konsequenz.

B2 adverb /ˈtʃiːfli/

chiefly

hauptsächlich

Meaning

mainly; primarily

Example

The festival is celebrated chiefly by young people.

Das Festival wird hauptsächlich von jungen Leuten gefeiert.

C1 adjective /ˈkɒn.ɪ.fər.əs/

coniferous

bezogen auf Bäume mit Zapfen

Meaning

Relating to cone-bearing trees that usually have needle-like leaves and remain green year-round.

Example

Pine trees are coniferous and grow in colder climates.

Kiefern sind Nadelbäume und wachsen in kälteren Klimazonen.

C2 noun /ˈkaɪrəˌmænsi/

chiromancy

Chiromantie

Meaning

The practice of predicting the future by interpreting the lines on the palms of hands; palmistry.

Example

The old woman practiced chiromancy and told fortunes for travelers.

Die alte Frau praktizierte Chiromantie und sagte den Reisenden die Zukunft voraus.

C1 verb /kəmˈpjuːt/

compute

berechnen

Meaning

To calculate or determine by using a computer or mathematical methods.

Example

The software can compute the total cost in seconds.

Die Software kann die Gesamtkosten in Sekunden berechnen.

A2 noun /koʊt/

Coat

Mantel

Meaning

an outer garment worn over other clothes for warmth or protection

Example

He put on his winter coat before going outside.

Er zog seinen Wintermantel an, bevor er nach draußen ging.

B2 noun; verb /ˈkætəlɒɡ/

catalogue

Katalog

Meaning

a complete list of items, typically one in alphabetical or systematic order; to make a systematic list of items

Example

The library decided to catalogue all new books digitally.

Die Bibliothek beschloss, alle neuen Bücher digital zu katalogisieren.

B2 noun ˈkɛmɪkəl weɪst

chemical waste

chemischer Abfall

Meaning

Waste material from industrial or laboratory processes that contains harmful chemicals.

Example

Chemical waste pollutes water bodies.

Chemischer Abfall verunreinigt Gewässer.

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.

C2 noun /ʃɪˈkeɪnəri/

chicanery

Betrug

Meaning

The use of trickery or deception to achieve a purpose.

Example

The politician was accused of chicanery to win the election.

Der Politiker wurde beschuldigt, Betrug begangen zu haben, um die Wahl zu gewinnen.

C2 adjective /ˈkræbɪd/

crabbed

schwer zu lesen, schlecht gelaunt

Meaning

difficult to read or understand; ill-tempered

Example

His handwriting was crabbed and almost illegible.

Seine Handschrift war schwer zu lesen und fast unleserlich.

A2 noun /ˈkælkjʊleɪtər/

calculator

Taschenrechner

Meaning

an electronic or mechanical device used to perform mathematical calculations

Example

She used a calculator to solve the complex equation.

Sie benutzte einen Taschenrechner, um die komplexe Gleichung zu lösen.

C2 noun kəmˈpʌŋk.ʃən

compunction

Reue

Meaning

A feeling of guilt or moral scruple that prevents or follows the doing of something bad.

Example

He felt compunction after lying to his friend.

Er fühlte Reue, nachdem er seinem Freund gelogen hatte.

B2 adjective /ˈkɔːstli/

costly

kostspielig

Meaning

expensive or causing a lot of money, time, or effort

Example

Their mistake proved to be very costly for the company.

Ihr Fehler erwies sich als sehr kostspielig für das Unternehmen.

C2 noun /ˈkærəˌpeɪs/

carapace

Panzerschale von Schildkröten oder Krabben

Meaning

the hard shell covering the back of some animals like turtles and crabs

Example

The turtle withdrew into its carapace for protection.

Die Schildkröte zog sich zum Schutz in ihre Panzerhülle zurück.

B1 noun kəˈmjuːnɪti ˈprəʊɡræmz

Community Programs

Gemeinschaftsprogramme

Meaning

Organized activities involving local groups to promote environmental conservation.

Example

Community programs raise awareness about butterfly conservation.

Gemeinschaftsprogramme fördern das Bewusstsein für den Schmetterlingsschutz.

A2 noun ˈtʃælɪndʒ

challenge

Herausforderung

Meaning

A call to take part in a contest or competition, especially a demanding or stimulating one; a task or situation that tests someone's abilities.

Example

Plastic pollution poses a significant challenge to global health.

Plastikverschmutzung stellt eine bedeutende Herausforderung für die globale Gesundheit dar.

C1 noun /kəˈmoʊʃən/

commotion

Aufruhr

Meaning

A state of noisy confusion or disturbance.

Example

The sudden commotion in the market drew everyone's attention.

Die plötzliche Aufregung auf dem Markt zog die Aufmerksamkeit aller auf sich.

A2 noun /kæp/

Cap

Kappe

Meaning

a head covering with a visor; a protective covering

Example

He wore a baseball cap to protect himself from the sun.

Er trug eine Baseballmütze, um sich vor der Sonne zu schützen.

C2 noun /ˈkloʊðiər/

clothier

Kleiderhändler

Meaning

a person or company that makes, sells, or deals in clothes.

Example

The town’s clothier displayed fine suits in his shop window.

Der Kleiderhändler der Stadt stellte elegante Anzüge in seinem Schaufenster aus.

C1 noun /kɔːr/

corps

Zweig der Armee, Gruppe

Meaning

a branch of the military or a group organized for a specific purpose

Example

He joined the army corps after graduation.

Er trat dem Armeekorps nach seinem Abschluss bei.

B2 noun /ˈkɒn.flɪkt ˌrez.əˈluː.ʃən/

conflict resolution

Konfliktlösung

Meaning

The process of finding peaceful solutions to disputes or disagreements between parties.

Example

Conflict resolution is vital for global peace.

Konfliktlösung ist entscheidend für den globalen Frieden.

B1 noun /ˈtʃæn.əl/

Channel

Kanal; Wasserstraße; Mittel;

Meaning

a television or radio station; a passage for water or other liquids; a means of communication

Example

The news channel provided live coverage of the important event.

Der Nachrichtensender lieferte eine Live-Berichterstattung über das wichtige Ereignis.

B2 noun /kənˈtɛmpt/

contempt

Verachtung

Meaning

a strong feeling of dislike and lack of respect towards someone or something

Example

He spoke with contempt about the corrupt officials.

Er sprach mit Verachtung über die korrupten Beamten.

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.

A2 verb /kənˈsɪdər/

consider

überlegen

Meaning

to think carefully about something, especially before making a decision

Example

She is considering studying abroad next year.

Sie erwägt, nächstes Jahr im Ausland zu studieren.

C2 adjective /kənˈdʒɛktʃərəl/

conjectural

konjektural

Meaning

based on guesswork or incomplete evidence rather than certain knowledge

Example

His explanation was purely conjectural and lacked proof.

Seine Erklärung war rein konjektural und fehlte an Beweisen.

C2 noun /ˈkɒd.ɪ.sɪl/

codicil

Ergänzung zum Testament

Meaning

a legal document that makes changes or additions to an existing will

Example

He added a codicil to his will to include his granddaughter.

Er fügte seinem Testament einen Codicil hinzu, um seine Enkelin einzubeziehen.

C2 noun /kɒzˈmɒɡ.rə.fi/

cosmography

Kosmographie

Meaning

the science or art of mapping the universe or cosmos

Example

Medieval scholars practiced cosmography to chart the stars and planets.

Mittelalterliche Gelehrte praktizierten Kosmographie, um die Sterne und Planeten zu kartieren.

C2 noun /ˈkʌstərd ˈæpəl/

Custard Apple

Cremeapfel

Meaning

a tropical fruit with sweet creamy white flesh and black seeds

Example

The custard apple has a sweet and creamy texture.

Der Cremeapfel hat eine süße und cremige Textur.

C1 noun /kənˈsɜːvəˌtɪzəm/

conservatism

Konservatismus

Meaning

A political or social philosophy promoting traditional institutions and resistance to change.

Example

Conservatism values tradition and gradual development.

Der Konservatismus schätzt Tradition und schrittweise Entwicklung.

C2 adjective /ˈkæp.ʃəs/

Captious

kritisch; nörgelnd

Meaning

tending to find fault or raise petty objections; fault-finding; critical

Example

His captious remarks about every small detail made the meeting very unpleasant.

Seine kritischen Bemerkungen zu jedem kleinen Detail machten das Treffen sehr unangenehm.

A2 noun /ˈkloʊðɪŋ/

clothing

Kleidung

Meaning

items worn to cover the body; apparel collectively

Example

Warm clothing is essential in winter.

Warme Kleidung ist im Winter unerlässlich.

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.

C1 adjective /klæd/

clad

bekleidet / bedeckt

Meaning

dressed or covered in a particular way

Example

The knight was clad in shining armor.

Der Ritter war in glänzender Rüstung bekleidet.

B2 verb /kənˈstreɪn/

constrain

beschränken

Meaning

to limit or restrict someone or something; to force or compel

Example

The new regulations constrain businesses from polluting the environment.

Die neuen Vorschriften beschränken Unternehmen daran, die Umwelt zu verschmutzen.

C2 noun /ˈkætɪtʃuː/

kariert

Meaning

Having a pattern of alternating squares of different colors; also describing a past full of ups and downs or varied experiences.

Example

He had a checkered career with many highs and lows.

Er hatte eine karierten Karriere mit vielen Höhen und Tiefen.