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A1 adjective /kloʊzd/

closed

geschlossen
Meaning
not open; shut
Example
The store is closed on Fridays.
Der Laden ist freitags geschlossen.
A1 noun /ker/

Care

Pflege; Schutz; Fürsorge
Meaning
the provision of what is necessary for health, welfare, or protection
Example
The nurse provided excellent care for the elderly patients.
Die Krankenschwester leistete ausgezeichnete Pflege für die älteren Patienten.
A2 noun /ˈkɜːr.tən/

Curtain

vorhang
Meaning
a piece of material suspended at the top to form a covering or screen, typically movable sideways
Example
She drew the curtains to block out the bright sunlight.
Sie zog die Vorhänge zu, um das helle Sonnenlicht zu blockieren.
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.
B2 verb /kənˈtɛnd/

contend

kämpfen, behaupten
Meaning
to strive or compete for something; to assert earnestly
Example
Athletes from around the world contend for the championship.
Athleten aus der ganzen Welt kämpfen um die Meisterschaft.
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 /ˌkɒmənˈdɪə/

commandeer

gewaltsam übernehmen
Meaning
To take control or possession of something, often by force or authority.
Example
The soldiers commandeered the villagers’ homes during the war.
Während des Krieges übernahmen die Soldaten gewaltsam die Häuser der Dorfbewohner.
B1 noun /kənˈteɪ.nər/

container

Behälter
Meaning
A receptacle or box used for storage or transportation.
Example
Containers are essential for logistics.
Container sind entscheidend für die Logistik.
A1 noun /kʌp/

Cup

becher
Meaning
a small, round container, typically with a handle, used for drinking tea, coffee, or other hot beverages
Example
She drank tea from her favorite ceramic cup.
Sie trank Tee aus ihrer Lieblings-Tasse aus Keramik.
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.
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.
C1 verb /kəˈluːd/

collude

verschwören
Meaning
To secretly cooperate or conspire with others, often for a deceitful purpose.
Example
The two companies colluded to fix prices in the market.
Die beiden Firmen verschworen sich, um die Preise auf dem Markt festzulegen.
A2 noun /klaʊd/

Cloud

wolke
Meaning
a visible mass of condensed water vapour floating in the atmosphere above the ground
Example
Dark clouds gathered before the storm.
Dunkle Wolken sammelten sich vor dem Sturm.
C1 noun/verb /ˈkætəpʌlt/

catapult

Katapult
Meaning
A device for launching objects at high speed; to hurl or launch something suddenly.
Example
The invention catapulted him to international fame.
Die Erfindung katapultierte ihn zu internationalem Ruhm.
C2 noun /kəˈbɑl/

Cabal

kabinett
Meaning
a secret political clique or faction
Example
The journalists exposed a cabal of corrupt politicians working together.
Die Journalisten enthüllten ein Kabinett von korrupten Politikern, die zusammenarbeiteten.
C2 verb /ˈtʃɔːrtl/

chortle

fröhlich lachen
Meaning
to laugh in a breathy, gleeful way
Example
The audience chortled at the comedian's witty remarks.
Das Publikum lachte über die witzigen Bemerkungen des Komikers.
C1 adjective ˈser.ɪ.brəl

cerebral

zerebral
Meaning
Of the cerebrum of the brain.
Example
Cerebral functions regulate thoughts.
Zerebrale Funktionen regulieren Gedanken.
B1 adjective /kənˈtɪn.ju.əs/

continuous

kontinuierlich
Meaning
forming an unbroken whole; without interruption
Example
The factory operates on a continuous 24-hour schedule.
Die Fabrik arbeitet nach einem kontinuierlichen 24-Stunden-Plan.
C2 adjective /krəˈmætɪk/

chromatic

chromatisch
Meaning
Relating to colors or, in music, notes outside the standard scale.
Example
The artist used a chromatic palette to create vibrant contrasts.
Der Künstler verwendete eine chromatische Palette, um lebendige Kontraste zu schaffen.
B2 noun /ˈkɑː.bən ˈfʊt.prɪnt/

carbon footprint

Kohlenstoff-Fußabdruck
Meaning
The amount of carbon dioxide and other carbon compounds emitted due to the consumption of fossil fuels by a particular person, group, etc.
Example
Reducing carbon footprint is essential for combating climate change.
Die Verringerung des Kohlenstoff-Fußabdrucks ist entscheidend für die Bekämpfung des Klimawandels.
C1 noun ˌsɛn.trə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

centralization

Zentralisierung
Meaning
The concentration of control and decision-making power in a central authority.
Example
Excessive centralization can slow down decision-making.
Exzessive Zentralisierung kann die Entscheidungsfindung verlangsamen.
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.
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.
C1 noun /ˈkɑːrkəs/

carcass

Tierleiche
Meaning
the dead body of an animal, especially after being slaughtered
Example
Vultures fed on the carcass left in the field.
Aasgeier fraßen den Kadaver, der auf dem Feld lag.
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.
C2 noun /ˈkæʒuɪstri/

casuistry

Kasuistry
Meaning
The use of clever but false reasoning, especially in relation to moral questions.
Example
The lawyer’s argument was dismissed as mere casuistry.
Das Argument des Anwalts wurde als bloße Kasuistry abgewiesen.
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.
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 /kəmˈpleɪsəns/

complaisance

Komplaisance
Meaning
willingness to please others; courteous compliance
Example
Her complaisance made her popular among her colleagues.
Ihre Komplaisance machte sie bei ihren Kollegen beliebt.
C2 adjective /ˈkeəwɔːn/

careworn

abgekämpft und besorgt
Meaning
Showing signs of worry, stress, or exhaustion.
Example
His careworn face revealed years of struggle.
Sein abgekämpftes Gesicht verriet jahrelange Kämpfe.
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.
B2 noun /ˈtʃɒp.ər/

Chopper

Axt
Meaning
a tool with a heavy blade for chopping wood; a helicopter
Example
The lumberjack swung the chopper to cut down the tree.
Der Holzfäller schwang die Axt, um den Baum zu fällen.
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.
C2 verb /kənˈvoʊk/

convoke

einberufen
Meaning
to call together or summon a meeting or assembly
Example
The committee convoked an emergency session to discuss the crisis.
Das Komitee hat eine Notfallsitzung einberufen, um die Krise zu besprechen.
B2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mət əˌdæp.teɪ.ʃən/

climate adaptation

klimaanpassung
Meaning
The process of adjusting to current or expected climate change and its effects.
Example
Climate adaptation ensures resilience to change.
Klimaanpassung gewährleistet die Resilienz gegenüber Veränderungen.
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.
C1 noun /saɪˈteɪʃən/

citation

Zitation
Meaning
a quotation from or reference to a book, paper, or author
Example
The research paper included a citation from Shakespeare.
Das Forschungspapier enthielt ein Zitat von Shakespeare.
B1 noun /ˈkætəɡɔːri/

category

kategorie
Meaning
a class or division of things regarded as having particular shared characteristics
Example
Books are arranged by category in the library.
Bücher sind in der Bibliothek nach Kategorien geordnet.
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 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.
C1 noun /ˈkæviˌæt/

caveat

Warnung
Meaning
a warning or condition to be considered before taking action
Example
The proposal was accepted with one caveat.
Der Vorschlag wurde mit einer Warnung akzeptiert.
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.
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 ˈkɒn.fər.əns

conference

Konferenz
Meaning
A formal meeting of people with a shared interest, typically one that takes place over several days.
Example
The climate conference emphasized renewable energy.
Die Klimakonferenz betonte erneuerbare Energie.
C1 verb /kəˈleɪt/

collate

zusammenstellen
Meaning
to collect, arrange, and combine in order
Example
The secretary collated the reports before the meeting.
Die Sekretärin ordnete die Berichte vor dem Meeting an.
C2 adjective /koʊˈiːvəl/

coeval

zeitgleich
Meaning
Having the same age, date of origin, or duration; contemporary.
Example
The philosopher was coeval with the rise of modern science.
Der Philosoph war zeitgleich mit dem Aufstieg der modernen Wissenschaft.
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.
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 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.
A2 noun /ˈkær.ɪk.tər/

Character

Charakter; Persönlichkeit; Eigenschaft;
Meaning
the mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual; a person in a novel, play, or film
Example
She showed great character by helping others during the crisis.
Sie zeigte großen Charakter, indem sie anderen während der Krise half.
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 verb /kənˈvɜːrt/

convert

umwandeln
Meaning
to change from one form to another; to transform
Example
We can convert this room into an office.
Wir können dieses Zimmer in ein Büro umwandeln.
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.
B2 adjective /ˌkrɒnəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

chronological

chronologisch
Meaning
Arranged in the order in which events happened.
Example
The events were listed in chronological order.
Die Ereignisse wurden in chronologischer Reihenfolge aufgelistet.
C1 noun kənˌsɒl.ɪˈdeɪ.ʃən

Consolidation

Speicherfestigung
Meaning
The process of converting newly learned information into long-term memory
Example
Sleep plays a key role in memory consolidation.
Schlaf spielt eine wichtige Rolle bei der Konsolidierung von Erinnerungen.
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 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.
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.
B2 adjective /ˈkæθəlɪk/

catholic

katholisch
Meaning
Including a wide variety; all-embracing; relating to the Roman Catholic Church.
Example
She has catholic tastes in music, enjoying everything from jazz to opera.
Sie hat katholische Vorlieben in der Musik und genießt alles, von Jazz bis Oper.
C2 noun /ˈkæm.fər/

Camphor

Kampher
Meaning
a white crystalline substance with a strong aromatic smell, used in medicine and religious ceremonies
Example
The temple was filled with the fragrant smoke of burning camphor.
Der Tempel war mit dem duftenden Rauch von brennendem Kampher gefüllt.
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.
C2 noun /ˈsɛʃən/

cession

Abtretung von Rechten oder Eigentum
Meaning
The formal giving up of rights, property, or territory, especially by a state.
Example
The treaty resulted in the cession of land to the neighboring country.
Der Vertrag führte zur Abtretung von Land an das benachbarte Land.
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.
C2 adjective /ˈkæloʊ/

callow

grün hinter den Ohren
Meaning
Inexperienced and immature.
Example
The callow intern made several mistakes on his first day.
Der unerfahrene Praktikant machte mehrere Fehler an seinem ersten Tag.
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 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.
B2 adjective /ˈkɒmɪkəl/

comical

komisch
Meaning
Funny in a strange or silly way; amusing.
Example
His comical expressions made everyone laugh.
Seine komischen Ausdrücke brachten alle zum Lachen.
B2 adjective /ˈkjuːbən/

cuban

kubanisch
Meaning
relating to Cuba, its people, or its culture
Example
We enjoyed delicious Cuban coffee at the café.
Wir haben einen köstlichen kubanischen Kaffee im Café genossen.
B2 verb /koʊˈɔːrdɪˌneɪt/

coordinate

koordinieren
Meaning
to organize people or things so that they work together effectively
Example
We need to coordinate our efforts to finish the project on time.
Wir müssen unsere Bemühungen koordinieren, um das Projekt rechtzeitig abzuschließen.
A2 noun ˈkɜːrɪdʒ

courage

Mut
Meaning
The ability to do something that frightens one; bravery.
Example
Courage is essential in the face of challenges.
Mut ist entscheidend im Angesicht von Herausforderungen.
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.
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.
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.
B2 verb /kriːp/

creep

kriechen
Meaning
to move slowly and quietly; to make someone feel uncomfortable
Example
She crept quietly up the stairs to avoid waking anyone.
Sie schlich leise die Treppe hinauf, um niemanden zu wecken.
C2 noun /ˌkæl.sɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

calcification

kalkifizierung
Meaning
The process of calcium accumulation in soil, making it hard.
Example
Calcification reduces soil permeability and affects crop growth.
Kalkifizierung verringert die Durchlässigkeit des Bodens und beeinträchtigt das Wachstum der Pflanzen.
B2 adverb /kənˈvɜːrsli/

conversely

im Gegensatz
Meaning
in an opposite or contrary manner
Example
He is rich, conversely, his brother struggles financially.
Er ist reich, im Gegensatz, sein Bruder kämpft finanziell.
C2 verb /ˈkælsɪfaɪ/

calcify

durch Ablagerung von Kalziumsalzen verhärten
Meaning
To harden by deposition of calcium salts; to become rigid or inflexible.
Example
Over time, the tissue began to calcify and lose flexibility.
Im Laufe der Zeit begann das Gewebe zu verkalken und verlor seine Flexibilität.
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 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.
B2 noun /ˈkɜːr.tə.si/

Courtesy

Höflichkeit; Anstand;
Meaning
the showing of politeness in one's attitude and behavior toward others; a polite gesture or remark
Example
He showed great courtesy by holding the door open for elderly people.
Er zeigte große Höflichkeit, indem er die Tür für ältere Menschen offen hielt.
C1 noun /ˌkɑːr.diˈɒl.ə.dʒɪst/

cardiologist

Kardiologe
Meaning
A doctor specializing in diagnosing and treating heart diseases.
Example
She made an appointment with a cardiologist for her chest pain.
Sie hat einen Termin bei einem Kardiologen wegen ihrer Brustschmerzen vereinbart.
A2 noun /ˈtʃaɪldhʊd/

childhood

Kindheit
Meaning
the period of being a child
Example
She spent her childhood in a small village.
Sie verbrachte ihre Kindheit in einem kleinen Dorf.
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.
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.
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 /kriˈeɪ.ʃən/

Creation

Schöpfung; Kreation
Meaning
the action or process of bringing something into existence; something that has been made or invented
Example
The artist's latest creation was displayed at the modern art gallery.
Die neueste Kreation des Künstlers wurde in der modernen Kunstgalerie ausgestellt.
C2 verb /koʊˈhɪr/

cohere

kohäreren
Meaning
To stick together; to be united logically or physically.
Example
The ideas in his essay cohere well.
Die Ideen in seinem Aufsatz kohieren gut.
B2 verb /kənˈstrʌkt/

construct

bauen
Meaning
to build or form something by putting parts together
Example
They plan to construct a new bridge over the river.
Sie planen, eine neue Brücke über den Fluss zu bauen.
C2 noun /klɛərˈvɔɪəns/

clairvoyance

Hellsehen
Meaning
the supposed ability to perceive events beyond normal sensory contact; psychic insight
Example
She claimed to have clairvoyance and predicted the future.
Sie behauptete, Hellsehen zu haben und sagte die Zukunft voraus.
C1 noun /kəˈlæm.ɪ.ti/

Calamity

Kalamität; Katastrophe
Meaning
an event causing great and often sudden damage or distress; a disaster
Example
The earthquake was a terrible calamity that affected thousands of families.
Das Erdbeben war eine schreckliche Kalamität, die Tausende von Familien betroffen hat.
B2 noun /ˌkeɪ.pəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

capability

kapazität
Meaning
The ability or capacity to do something.
Example
The telescope's capability is unparalleled.
Die Kapazität des Teleskops ist unvergleichlich.
B2 noun /ˈkɒmənˌtɛri/

commentary

Kommentar
Meaning
An expression of opinions or explanations about an event, situation, or text.
Example
The professor's commentary on the novel was insightful.
Der Kommentar des Professors zum Roman war aufschlussreich.
B2 noun/verb /ˈkɒmplɪmənt/

complement

Komplement
Meaning
something that completes or goes well with something; to add something that enhances or improves
Example
The scarf complements her outfit perfectly.
der Schal ergänzt ihr Outfit perfekt.
B2 noun /kəˈlɑːʒ/

collage

Collage
Meaning
A piece of art made by sticking various materials such as photographs or paper onto a surface.
Example
She created a collage using old magazine pictures.
Sie hat ein Collage mit alten Zeitschriftenbildern gemacht.
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.
A2 adjective /kjuːt/

cute

süß
Meaning
attractive in a pretty or endearing way
Example
That puppy is so cute!
Dieser Welpe ist so süß!
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.
C2 noun /ˈkɒnsənəns/

consonance

Klangharmonie, Übereinstimmung
Meaning
Agreement or harmony among parts; a pleasing combination of sounds in music or words.
Example
The consonance between their ideas made the project successful.
Die Harmonie zwischen ihren Ideen machte das Projekt erfolgreich.
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.
C1 noun /ˈkɑːrtɪlɪdʒ/

cartilage

Knorpel
Meaning
A firm, flexible connective tissue found in various parts of the body such as joints, ear, and nose.
Example
The doctor explained that the injury damaged the cartilage in his knee.
Der Arzt erklärte, dass die Verletzung den Knorpel in seinem Knie beschädigt hatte.
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.
C1 noun /ˈkɒndɪmənt/

condiment

Gewürz/Sauce
Meaning
a substance such as salt, mustard, or ketchup that is used to add flavor to food
Example
Ketchup is a popular condiment in many countries.
Ketchup ist ein beliebtes Gewürz in vielen Ländern.
C2 noun /kərˈmʌdʒən/

curmudgeon

griesgrämiger Mensch
Meaning
a bad-tempered, cranky, or irritable person, usually old
Example
The old curmudgeon complained about everything in the neighborhood.
Der alte griesgrämige Mensch beschwerte sich über alles in der Nachbarschaft.
C2 verb /ˈtʃeɪ.sən/

chasten

züchtigen / unterwerfen
Meaning
to correct or discipline; to humble or subdue
Example
The coach chastened the team after their poor performance.
Der Trainer züchtigte das Team nach ihrer schlechten Leistung.
A2 noun, adjective /ˈkrɪstʃən/

christian

Christen
Meaning
a person who follows the religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ
Example
She is a devoted Christian who attends church every Sunday.
Sie ist eine hingebungsvolle Christin, die jeden Sonntag in die Kirche geht.
C1 noun /ˈkoʊhɔːrts/

cohorts

kohorten
Meaning
Groups of people who share a common feature or experience.
Example
Researchers compared the health outcomes of different cohorts.
Forscher verglichen die Gesundheitsauswirkungen verschiedener Kohorten.
C1 verb /ˌkɒntrəˈviːn/

contravene

verstoßen
Meaning
to go against or act in opposition to a law, rule, or agreement
Example
He contravened the safety regulations and was fined.
Er verstieß gegen die Sicherheitsvorschriften und wurde bestraft.
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 /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.
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 /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.
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.
A2 noun ˈsen.tərz

centers

zentren
Meaning
The middle point of a circle or sphere, equidistant from every point on the circumference or surface; a place or group of buildings where a specified activity is concentrated.
Example
Centers drive regional development.
Zentren treiben die regionale Entwicklung voran.
A2 noun /ˈsen.tʃər.i/

Century

Jahrhundert; Jahrhundert
Meaning
a period of one hundred years; a score of one hundred in cricket
Example
The ancient castle has stood for more than five centuries.
Das alte Schloss steht seit mehr als fünf Jahrhunderten.
B1 noun ˈkɒnsept

concept

Konzept
Meaning
An abstract idea or general notion
Example
The concept of chasing two rabbits teaches focus.
Das Konzept, zwei Hasen zu jagen, lehrt Fokus.
C2 noun, verb /ˈkaʊntərˌtʃɑːrdʒ/

countercharge

Gegenklage
Meaning
an opposing charge or accusation; to make an opposing attack
Example
The lawyer filed a countercharge against the accuser.
Der Anwalt hat eine Gegenklage gegen den Ankläger eingereicht.
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.
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.
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 verb /kənˈstruː/

construe

auslegen
Meaning
to interpret or understand the meaning of something in a particular way
Example
His words could be construed as a threat.
Seine Worte könnten als Bedrohung ausgelegt werden.
B2 noun /kəˈmɒ.dɪ.tiz/

commodities

Waren
Meaning
Raw materials or primary agricultural products that can be bought and sold.
Example
The prices of commodities like oil and gold fluctuate frequently.
Die Preise von Waren wie Öl und Gold schwanken häufig.