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B1 noun /ˈsɪt.ɪ.zənz/

citizens

Bürger
Meaning
A legally recognized subject or national of a state or commonwealth.
Example
Citizens must follow pollution regulations.
Bürger müssen die Vorschriften zur Luftverschmutzung einhalten.
B1 noun /ˈkɒnflɪkt/

conflict

Konflikt
Meaning
A serious disagreement or argument, often a prolonged one.
Example
The two countries are trying to resolve the conflict through negotiations.
Die beiden Länder versuchen, den Konflikt durch Verhandlungen zu lösen.
B1 noun /ˈkɑn.fɪ.dəns/

Confidence

Selbstvertrauen
Meaning
the feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; firm trust; self-assurance
Example
She spoke with great confidence during the job interview.
Sie sprach mit großem Selbstvertrauen während des Vorstellungsgesprächs.
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.
B1 noun /ˈtʃɛərmən/

chairman

Glück
Meaning
the leader or head of a meeting, committee, or organization
Example
The chairman opened the meeting with a short speech.
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.
B1 adjective /ˈkriːmi/

creamy

glatte und reiche Textur wie Sahne
Meaning
having a smooth, rich texture like cream
Example
She poured a creamy sauce over the pasta.
Sie goss eine cremige Sauce über die Pasta.
B1 noun /ˈkɑːr.pən.tər/

Carpenter

Schreiner
Meaning
a person who makes and repairs wooden objects and structures
Example
The carpenter built a beautiful wooden cabinet for the kitchen.
The carpenter built a beautiful wooden cabinet for the kitchen.
B1 noun /klɪf/

cliff

Klippe
Meaning
a high, steep face of rock or earth
Example
The waves crashed against the bottom of the cliff.
Die Wellen prallten gegen den Boden der Klippe.
B1 noun /ˈtʃɛərˌwʊmən/

chairwoman

Vorsitzende
Meaning
a woman who presides over a meeting, committee, or organization; a female leader of a board or council
Example
She was elected chairwoman of the company after years of experience.
Sie wurde nach jahrelanger Erfahrung zur Vorsitzenden des Unternehmens gewählt.
B1 noun ˈkʌrənsi

currency

währung
Meaning
A system of money in general use in a particular country; the fact or quality of being generally accepted or in use.
Example
Dual currency systems were proposed.
Dual-Währungssysteme wurden vorgeschlagen.
B1 noun /kæmˈpeɪn/

Campaign

Kampagne
Meaning
an organized course of action to achieve a particular goal; a series of military operations
Example
The environmental campaign successfully raised awareness about climate change.
Die Umweltkampagne hat erfolgreich das Bewusstsein für den Klimawandel geschärft.
B1 verb /kənˈtɪnjuɪŋ/

continuing

fortsetzen
Meaning
to keep doing something without stopping
Example
They are continuing their journey despite the rain.
Sie setzen ihre Reise trotz des Regens fort.
B1 adverb /ˈkʌmftəbli/

Comfortably

bequem
Meaning
in a comfortable manner; without difficulty or effort; with ease
Example
She was sitting comfortably in her favorite chair.
Sie saß bequem in ihrem Lieblingssessel.
B1 adjective /kənˈtroʊld/

controlled

kontrolliert
Meaning
managed or regulated carefully; kept within limits
Example
The experiment was conducted in a controlled environment.
Das Experiment wurde in einer kontrollierten Umgebung durchgeführt.
B1 verb /kəˈmænd/

command

Befehl
Meaning
to give an order authoritatively; to control or direct
Example
The general commanded the soldiers to move forward.
Der General befahl den Soldaten, nach vorne zu gehen.
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.
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 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.
B1 adjective /ˈkɜːrli/

curly

lockig
Meaning
having curls or waves; shaped with bends or coils
Example
She has naturally curly hair.
Sie hat von Natur aus lockige Haare.
B1 verb /ˈkɒntrækt/

contract

Vertrag abschließen
Meaning
to make smaller; to enter into a formal agreement
Example
The company will contract a new supplier for materials.
Das Unternehmen wird einen neuen Lieferanten für Materialien beauftragen.
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.
B1 noun /ˈkʊkər/

cooker

Herd; Kocher
Meaning
a device or appliance used for cooking food; a person or thing that cooks
Example
The rice cooker makes cooking meals much easier.
Der Reiskocher macht das Kochen viel einfacher.
B1 adjective /kəˈlɛktɪd/

collected

ruhig
Meaning
calm and in control of oneself
Example
She remained calm and collected during the crisis.
Sie blieb ruhig und gesammelt während der Krise.
B1 noun ˌkriː.eɪˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

creativity

Kreativität
Meaning
The ability to use imagination to produce original ideas or to make something new or imaginative.
Example
His creativity was evident in his artwork.
Seine Kreativität war in seiner Kunst offensichtlich.
B1 adjective ˈkɒmplɛks

complex

komplex
Meaning
Having many interrelated parts or factors; complicated.
Example
The relationship between poverty and education is complex.
Die Beziehung zwischen Armut und Bildung ist komplex.
B1 adjective kəˈmɜː.ʃəl

commercial

kommerziell
Meaning
Concerned with or engaged in commerce; having profit as a primary aim rather than artistic or other value.
Example
Commercial hubs attract investments.
Kommerzielle Zentren ziehen Investitionen an.
B1 noun/adjective /ˌkærəktəˈrɪstɪk/

characteristic

Eigenschaft
Meaning
A distinguishing quality or feature of a person, place, or thing.
Example
Kindness is a characteristic of true leadership.
Freundlichkeit ist eine charakteristische Eigenschaft wahren Führens.
B1 noun sɪvɪˈlɪzeɪʃənz

civilizations

Zivilisationen
Meaning
The stage of human social development and organization that is considered most advanced.
Example
Ancient civilizations developed complex systems of governance.
Alte Zivilisationen entwickelten komplexe Regierungssysteme.
B1 verb /kræk/

crack

Glück
Meaning
To break or cause to break without complete separation; to make a sharp sound.
Example
The glass cracked when it was dropped on the floor.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B1 noun /ˈkemɪst/

chemist

Chemiker; Apotheker
Meaning
a scientist who studies chemistry; a person trained to prepare and dispense medicines
Example
The chemist analyzed the sample to determine its composition.
Der Chemiker analysierte die Probe, um ihre Zusammensetzung zu bestimmen.
B1 noun /kənˈsjuːmər/

consumer

Verbraucher
Meaning
A person who buys and uses goods and services.
Example
The company focuses on understanding consumer needs.
Das Unternehmen konzentriert sich darauf, die Bedürfnisse der Verbraucher zu verstehen.
B1 verb, noun /klɪp/

clip

schneiden / clip
Meaning
to cut or trim something; a short extract from a film, broadcast, or recording
Example
She clipped the coupon from the newspaper.
Sie hat den Coupon aus der Zeitung ausgeschnitten.
B1 noun /kəˈnæl/

canal

kanal
Meaning
an artificial waterway constructed for navigation, irrigation, or drainage
Example
The canal was built to help transport goods across the region.
Der Kanal wurde gebaut, um den Transport von Waren in der Region zu erleichtern.
B1 noun/verb /ˈkɒmplɪmənt/

compliment

Kompliment
Meaning
a polite expression of praise or admiration; to politely praise someone
Example
She complimented him on his excellent presentation.
Sie komplimentierte ihn für seine ausgezeichnete Präsentation.
B1 noun /ˈsɜːrkəmstæns/

circumstance

Umstand
Meaning
a fact or condition connected with an event or action
Example
She handled the difficult circumstances bravely.
Sie hat die schwierigen Umstände tapfer gemeistert.
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.
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.
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.
B1 noun /ˈkɒntɪnənt/

continent

Kontinent
Meaning
one of the large landmasses on Earth such as Asia, Africa, or Europe
Example
Asia is the largest continent in the world.
Asien ist der größte Kontinent der Welt.
B1 noun /kənˌɡrætʃəˈleɪʃən/

congratulation

Glückwunsch
Meaning
an expression of praise or joy for someone’s achievement or good fortune
Example
She sent a congratulation to her friend on winning the award.
Sie schickte ihrer Freundin einen Glückwunsch zum Gewinn des Preises.
B1 noun /kəˈsiːnoʊ/

casino

Casino
Meaning
a place where people gamble and play games of chance
Example
They spent the evening playing cards at the casino.
Sie verbrachten den Abend damit, Karten im Casino zu spielen.
B1 noun /ˈtʃɪl.i ˈpaʊ.dər/

Chilli Powder

Chilipulver
Meaning
a spice made from ground dried chili peppers, used to add heat and flavor to food
Example
Add two teaspoons of chilli powder to make the dish spicier.
Fügen Sie zwei Teelöffel Chilipulver hinzu, um das Gericht schärfer zu machen.
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.
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.
B1 noun ˈkæn.dɪ.deɪts

candidates

kandidaten
Meaning
A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election; someone being considered for a position.
Example
Candidates undergo a rigorous selection process.
Kandidaten durchlaufen einen strengen Auswahlprozess.
B1 noun kəˈmɪt.mənts

commitments

verpflichtungen
Meaning
Formal pledges or promises to do something, especially in terms of obligations or agreements.
Example
Global commitments to renewable energy are increasing.
Globale Verpflichtungen für erneuerbare Energien nehmen zu.
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.
B1 noun /kraʊn/

Crown

Krone
Meaning
a circular ornamental headdress worn by a monarch as a symbol of authority
Example
The queen wore a magnificent crown during the coronation ceremony.
Die Königin trug eine prächtige Krone während der Krönungszeremonie.
B1 noun ˈtʃeə.pɜː.sən

chairperson

Vorsitzender
Meaning
A person who is in charge of a meeting or organization; the presiding officer of a committee, board, or organization.
Example
The chairperson ensures procedural integrity.
Der Vorsitzende gewährleistet die Verfahrensintegrität.
B1 adjective kənˈsɪs.tənt

consistent

konstant
Meaning
Acting or done in the same way over time, especially so as to be fair or accurate.
Example
Consistent performance leads to success.
Konstante Leistung führt zum Erfolg.
B1 noun /tʃiːf/

chief

Chef
Meaning
a leader or person in charge of a group or organization
Example
The chief of the village made an important decision.
Der Chef des Dorfes traf eine wichtige Entscheidung.
B1 noun /ˈkændɪdeɪt/

candidate

Kandidat
Meaning
A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election.
Example
The candidate gave a strong speech during the debate.
Der Kandidat hielt während der Debatte eine starke Rede.
B1 noun /kɑːrt/

Cart

wagen
Meaning
a wheeled vehicle for carrying goods; a shopping cart
Example
The farmer loaded hay onto his cart.
Der Bauer lud Heu auf seinen Wagen.
B1 noun ˈklaɪ.mət tʃeɪndʒ

climate change

Klimawandel
Meaning
A change in global or regional climate patterns, attributed largely to the increased levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide produced by the use of fossil fuels.
Example
Climate change is causing more natural disasters.
Der Klimawandel verursacht mehr Naturkatastrophen.
B1 noun /ˌkæl.kjəˈleɪ.ʃən/

Calculation

Berechnung
Meaning
a mathematical determination of the size or number of something
Example
His calculation of the total cost was accurate to the penny.
Seine Berechnung der Gesamtkosten war bis auf den letzten Cent genau.
B1 noun /kəmˈpɛtɪtər/

competitor

Wettbewerber
Meaning
a person, team, or company that competes with others
Example
The company lowered its prices to beat its main competitor.
Das Unternehmen senkte seine Preise, um seinen Hauptwettbewerber zu schlagen.
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.
B1 verb /kleɪm/

claim

beanspruchen
Meaning
to assert ownership; to state as fact
Example
He claims to be the rightful owner.
Er beansprucht der rechtmäßige Besitzer zu sein.
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.
B1 verb /kənˈtrɪbjuːt/

contribute

beitragen
Meaning
to give something, especially money, time, or effort, to help achieve or provide something
Example
Everyone contributed money to buy a farewell gift for the teacher.
Jeder trug mit Geld bei, um ein Abschiedsgeschenk für den Lehrer zu kaufen.
B1 noun /ˈklaɪ.mət/

climate

Klima
Meaning
The weather conditions prevailing in an area in general.
Example
Climate change impacts all regions globally.
Der Klimawandel wirkt sich weltweit auf alle Regionen aus.
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.
B1 adverb /ˈtʃɪəfəli/

cheerfully

fröhlich
Meaning
in a happy and positive manner; with visible good spirits
Example
She greeted everyone cheerfully despite the long day.
Sie begrüßte alle fröhlich trotz des langen Tages.
B1 verb kənˈsjuːmz

consumes

verbrauchen
Meaning
Use up (a resource); eat, drink, or ingest (food or drink).
Example
An individual consumes around 20 kg of plastic annually.
Eine Person verbraucht jährlich etwa 20 kg Plastik.
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.
B1 noun /ˈtʃɪl.i/

Chilly/Chilli

kalt; scharfe Paprika;
Meaning
noticeably cold; a hot-tasting pod of a variety of capsicum, used as a spice
Example
The chef added red chilli to make the curry spicier.
Der Koch fügte roten Chili hinzu, um das Curry schärfer zu machen.
B1 noun/verb /koʊd/

code

Code
Meaning
a system of words, letters, or symbols used to represent information or instructions
Example
He wrote a code to solve the problem on the computer.
Er schrieb einen Code, um das Problem auf dem Computer zu lösen.
B1 adjective /kəˈmɪtɪd/

committed

engagiert
Meaning
Dedicated and loyal to a cause, activity, or relationship.
Example
She is a committed teacher who cares deeply for her students.
Sie ist eine engagierte Lehrerin, die sich tief um ihre Schüler kümmert.
B1 verb /kəˈmjuː.nɪ.keɪt/

communicate

kommunizieren
Meaning
to share or exchange information, ideas, or feelings
Example
They used gestures to communicate across the noisy room.
Sie benutzten Gesten, um sich durch den lauten Raum zu verständigen.
B1 noun ˈtʃæt.dʒiː.piː.tiː

ChatGPT

Ein sprachbasiertes künstliches Intelligenzmodell
Meaning
A language-based artificial intelligence model designed for conversational interactions.
Example
ChatGPT helps users generate human-like text efficiently.
ChatGPT hilft Benutzern dabei, effizient menschenähnlichen Text zu generieren.
B1 noun /tʃɪn/

Chin

Kinn
Meaning
the protruding part of the face below the mouth, formed by the apex of the lower jaw
Example
He stroked his beard thoughtfully, resting his hand on his chin.
Er streichelte seinen Bart nachdenklich, indem er seine Hand auf sein Kinn legte.
B1 adjective /ˈkɒmplɪˌkeɪtɪd/

complicated

kompliziert
Meaning
consisting of many interconnected parts; difficult to understand
Example
The instructions for the machine are too complicated to follow.
Die Anweisungen für die Maschine sind zu kompliziert, um sie zu befolgen.
B1 noun /ˈsɪtɪzən/

citizen

Bürger
Meaning
a legally recognized subject or national of a state
Example
Every citizen has the right to vote.
Jeder Bürger hat das Recht zu wählen.
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.
B1 noun /ˈkʌntrisaɪd/

countryside

Land
Meaning
land outside cities and towns; rural areas with farms, fields, and villages
Example
She enjoys the peace and beauty of the countryside.
Sie genießt die Ruhe und Schönheit des Landes.
B1 adverb /ˈkʌrəntli/

currently

derzeit
Meaning
at the present time; now
Example
He is currently working on a new project.
Er arbeitet derzeit an einem neuen Projekt.
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.
B1 noun /ˈkɔːlɪˌflaʊər/

Cauliflower

blumenkohl
Meaning
white vegetable with a compact head of undeveloped flower buds
Example
Roasted cauliflower makes a delicious and healthy side dish.
Gerösteter Blumenkohl ist eine leckere und gesunde Beilage.
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 /klɑːrk/

clerk

Angestellter
Meaning
A person employed in an office or bank to keep records, accounts, and undertake other routine administrative duties.
Example
The clerk helped me find the correct form.
Der Angestellte half mir, das richtige Formular zu finden.
B1 adjective /ˈsɪvəl/

civil

zivil
Meaning
Relating to ordinary citizens and their concerns, or being polite and courteous.
Example
They settled the matter through civil discussion.
Sie haben die Angelegenheit durch eine zivile Diskussion geklärt.
B1 adverb /ˈkɒmənli/

commonly

gewöhnlich
Meaning
usually or by most people
Example
This phrase is commonly used in everyday speech.
Dieser Ausdruck wird gewöhnlich in der alltäglichen Sprache verwendet.
B1 noun /tʃɑːrm/

Charm

Charme; Zauber; Freundlichkeit
Meaning
the power or quality of giving delight or arousing admiration; a magical spell or talisman
Example
Her natural charm and wit made her popular at social gatherings.
Ihr natürlicher Charme und Witz machten sie bei gesellschaftlichen Zusammenkünften beliebt.
B1 noun /ˈklɪn.ɪk/

clinic

klinik
Meaning
A place where people receive medical treatment without staying overnight.
Example
She went to the clinic for a health check-up.
Sie ging zur Klinik für eine Gesundheitsuntersuchung.
B1 verb /kəmˈpiːt/

compete

konkurrieren
Meaning
to try to win or be more successful than others in a contest or activity
Example
Several companies compete for dominance in the market.
Mehrere Unternehmen konkurrieren um Dominanz auf dem Markt.
B1 adjective /ˈtʃɪli/

chilly

kalt
Meaning
uncomfortably or unpleasantly cold
Example
It was a chilly morning in December.
Es war ein kalter Morgen im Dezember.
B1 noun /kæˈʃɪər/

Cashier

Kassierer
Meaning
a person who handles payments and transactions in a store or bank
Example
The cashier scanned all the items and calculated the total bill.
Der Kassierer scannte alle Artikel und berechnete den Gesamtbetrag.
B1 verb /krɔːl/

crawl

kriechen
Meaning
to move slowly on hands and knees; to move very slowly
Example
The baby crawled across the floor to reach the toy.
Das Baby kroch über den Boden, um das Spielzeug zu erreichen.
B1 noun /ˈtʃæmpiən/

champion

Champion
Meaning
a person who has defeated all rivals in a competition or fight.
Example
She became the champion after winning the final match.
Sie wurde die Championin, nachdem sie das Finalspiel gewonnen hatte.
B1 adjective /ˈklæsɪkəl/

classical

klassisch oder traditionell
Meaning
relating to ancient Greek or Roman culture, or representing traditional excellence in art, music, or literature
Example
She loves listening to classical music while studying.
Sie liebt es, klassische Musik beim Lernen zu hören.
B1 adjective /ˈkeɪ.pə.bəl/

Capable

fähig; kompetent
Meaning
having the ability, fitness, or quality necessary to do or achieve something; competent
Example
She is capable of handling complex problems.
Sie ist in der Lage, komplexe Probleme zu lösen.
B1 noun /kəˌmjunɪˈkeɪʃən/

communication

Kommunikation
Meaning
The act or process of using words, sounds, signs, or behaviors to express or exchange information or to express your ideas, thoughts, feelings, etc.
Example
Effective communication is crucial for any successful project.
Effektive Kommunikation ist entscheidend für jedes erfolgreiche Projekt.
B1 noun ˈkeɪ.bəl

cable

Kabel
Meaning
A thick rope of wire or nonmetallic fiber, typically used for construction, mooring ships, or transmitting electricity or telecommunication signals.
Example
The cable connects countries across continents.
Das Kabel verbindet Länder über Kontinente hinweg.
B1 noun /kəˈnuː/

Canoe

Kanu
Meaning
a narrow boat pointed at both ends and moved with a paddle
Example
They paddled their canoe down the peaceful stream.
Sie paddelten ihr Kanu den ruhigen Bach hinunter.
B1 noun, verb /ˈkrɛdɪt/

credit

Kredit, Anerkennung
Meaning
As a noun: the ability to obtain goods or services before payment; recognition for an achievement. As a verb: to publicly acknowledge someone's contribution.
Example
She received credit for her contribution to the project.
Sie erhielt Anerkennung für ihren Beitrag zum Projekt.
B1 verb /ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/

criticize

kritisieren
Meaning
to express disapproval or find fault with someone or something
Example
The teacher criticized the student's poor handwriting.
Der Lehrer kritisierte die schlechte Handschrift des Schülers.
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.
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.
B1 noun /ˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən/

composition

Komposition
Meaning
the act of creating a piece of writing, music, or art; the way parts are arranged
Example
Her composition won first prize in the contest.
Ihre Komposition gewann den ersten Preis im Wettbewerb.
B1 noun /ˈker.ləs.nəs/

Carelessness

Nachlässigkeit; Unachtsamkeit
Meaning
failure to give sufficient attention to avoiding harm or errors
Example
His carelessness with money led to serious financial problems.
Seine Nachlässigkeit mit Geld führte zu ernsthaften finanziellen Problemen.
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.
B1 noun /kənˈstrʌk.ʃən/

construction

Bau
Meaning
The building of something, typically a large structure.
Example
Construction dust significantly contributes to pollution.
Baustaub trägt erheblich zur Umweltverschmutzung bei.
B1 verb /kənˈɡrætʃʊleɪt/

congratulate

gratulieren
Meaning
to praise someone for an achievement or for a special occasion
Example
I want to congratulate you on your promotion.
Ich möchte dir zu deiner Beförderung gratulieren.
B1 verb /kəˈmɪt/

commit

verpflichten / durchführen
Meaning
To carry out or perpetrate an act; to pledge or bind to a course of action.
Example
He committed a serious mistake in the report.
Er beging einen schweren Fehler im Bericht.
B1 noun /ˈkɒnsɪkwənsɪz/

consequences

Folgen
Meaning
Results or effects of an action or condition.
Example
The consequences of ignoring safety protocols can be severe.
Die Folgen der Missachtung von Sicherheitsprotokollen können schwerwiegende sein.
B1 noun /tʃiːk/

Cheek

Wange; Unverschämtheit;
Meaning
either side of the face below the eye; impudent or disrespectful behavior
Example
The baby's rosy cheeks showed she was healthy and happy.
Die rosigen Wangen des Babys zeigten, dass es gesund und glücklich war.
B1 adjective /kəmˈpetətɪv/

competitive

wettbewerbsfähig
Meaning
relating to or characterized by competition; having a strong desire to win or be more successful
Example
She has a competitive spirit that drives her to excel.
Sie hat einen wettbewerbsfähigen Geist, der sie zum Streben nach Exzellenz antreibt.
B1 noun ˌkɒn.səˈveɪ.ʃən

conservation

Konservierung
Meaning
The protection of plants and animals, natural areas, and interesting and important structures and buildings, especially from the damaging effects of human activity.
Example
Conservation of forests is crucial for climate stability.
Die Erhaltung der Wälder ist entscheidend für die Klimastabilität.
B1 verb /tʃɒp/

chop

schneiden
Meaning
to cut with a sharp tool; to cut into pieces
Example
She chops vegetables for dinner.
Sie schneidet Gemüse für das Abendessen.
B1 noun /ˈtʃæmpiənʃɪp/

championship

meisterschaft
Meaning
a competition to decide who is the best in a particular sport or activity.
Example
The championship will be held next month.
Die Meisterschaft wird nächsten Monat stattfinden.
B1 noun /krɒp/

crop

Ernte
Meaning
plants that are grown and harvested for food or other use
Example
The farmers harvested their rice crop in autumn.
Die Bauern haben ihre Reisernte im Herbst eingebracht.
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.
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.
B1 adjective /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪŋ/

challenging

herausfordernd
Meaning
difficult in a way that tests one's abilities
Example
The mountain climb was challenging but rewarding.
Der Bergaufstieg war herausfordernd, aber lohnend.
B1 noun /kənˌsɪdəˈreɪʃən/

consideration

Glück
Meaning
careful thought or attention to something before making a decision
Example
After much consideration, she accepted the job offer.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B1 noun /ˈkɑn.træst/

Contrast

Kontrast; Unterschied; Vergleich
Meaning
the state of being strikingly different from something else; comparison showing differences
Example
The contrast between city life and rural life is quite remarkable.
Der Kontrast zwischen dem Stadtleben und dem ländlichen Leben ist ziemlich bemerkenswert.
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.
B1 noun /ˈkrɪtɪˌsɪzəm/

criticism

Kritik
Meaning
The expression of disapproval or judgment of the merits of something
Example
The new policy has faced a lot of criticism from the public.
Die neue Politik hat viel Kritik von der Öffentlichkeit erhalten.
B1 adjective /ˈkʌtɪŋ/

cutting

scharf
Meaning
sharp or severe, often used to describe remarks or actions
Example
Her cutting remarks made everyone feel uncomfortable.
Ihre scharfen Bemerkungen ließen alle unwohl fühlen.