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B2 noun kəˈmɪʃ.ən

commission

Kommission
Meaning
An official group of people entrusted by a government with a particular function.
Example
The commission recommends constitutional reforms.
Die Kommission empfiehlt verfassungsrechtliche Reformen.
B2 adjective /kənˈtɛntɪd/

contented

zufrieden
Meaning
Feeling or expressing happiness and satisfaction.
Example
She was contented with her simple life.
Sie war zufrieden mit ihrem einfachen Leben.
B2 noun /ɑːks/

Ox

Ochse
Meaning
a large strong animal used for pulling heavy loads or plowing fields
Example
The farmer used an ox to plow the field.
Der Bauer benutzte einen Ochsen, um das Feld zu pflügen.
B2 noun /ˈfɪŋ.ɡər.prɪnt/

Fingerprint

Fingerabdruck
Meaning
an impression or mark made on a surface by a person's fingertip; unique identification pattern
Example
The police found his fingerprints on the door handle at the crime scene.
Die Polizei fand seine Fingerabdrücke am Türgriff am Tatort.
B2 adverb /ˈmɔːrəli/

Morally

moralisch
Meaning
in accordance with principles of right and wrong behavior; ethically
Example
She felt morally obligated to help the refugees.
Sie fühlte sich moralisch verpflichtet, den Flüchtlingen zu helfen.
B2 adjective /hɪˈlɛəriəs/

hilarious

extrem lustig
Meaning
Extremely funny or amusing.
Example
The comedian told a hilarious story that had everyone laughing.
Der Komiker erzählte eine extrem lustige Geschichte, die alle zum Lachen brachte.
B2 adjective /traɪˈʌmfənt/

Triumphant

triumphierend; froh
Meaning
having won a battle or contest; rejoicing as a result of success
Example
The team was triumphant after winning the championship.
Das Team war triumphierend nach dem Gewinn der Meisterschaft.
B2 adjective /sɪmˈbɒlɪk/

symbolic

symbolisch
Meaning
serving as a symbol or representing something else
Example
The dove is symbolic of peace and freedom.
Die Taube ist symbolisch für Frieden und Freiheit.
B2 adjective /ˈpen.dɪŋ/

Pending

ausstehend; nicht entschieden; in Bearbeitung
Meaning
awaiting; not yet decided or settled; in the process of being completed
Example
The application is still pending approval.
Der Antrag wartet noch auf Genehmigung.
B2 noun /ˈwɒrənti/

warranty

Garantie
Meaning
A written guarantee given by a manufacturer or seller promising to repair or replace a product if necessary within a specified period.
Example
The laptop comes with a two-year warranty.
Der Laptop kommt mit einer zweijährigen Garantie.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈiːzi/

Uneasy

unruhig; ängstlich; unbehaglich
Meaning
worried; anxious; uncomfortable; restless
Example
She felt uneasy about walking alone at night.
Sie fühlte sich unruhig, als sie nachts allein ging.
B2 noun /ˈsloʊɡən/

slogan

Slogan
Meaning
a short and memorable phrase used to promote a cause or product
Example
The campaign used a powerful slogan to inspire people.
Die Kampagne verwendete einen kraftvollen Slogan, um die Menschen zu inspirieren.
B2 noun /dʒiˈɒl.ə.dʒi/

geology

Geologie
Meaning
the science that deals with the Earth's physical structure and substances
Example
She studied geology to understand earthquakes.
Sie studierte Geologie, um Erdbeben zu verstehen.
B2 noun /ˈpɒp.i/

Poppy

Mohnblume
Meaning
a bright red flower with black seeds, often used as a symbol of remembrance
Example
The red poppy bloomed beautifully in the garden.
Die rote Mohnblume blühte wunderschön im Garten.
B2 noun /ˈæbi/

abbey

Abtei
Meaning
A large church building or monastery where monks or nuns live, work, and worship.
Example
The old abbey on the hill attracts many tourists each year.
Die alte Abtei auf dem Hügel zieht jedes Jahr viele Touristen an.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪθ.fəl/

Unfaithful

untreu
Meaning
not loyal or true to a spouse, partner, or commitment
Example
He was unfaithful to his wife for many years.
Er war seiner Frau viele Jahre untreu.
B2 noun /ˈruːmər/

Rumour

Gerücht; Klatsch; Nachricht
Meaning
a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth; gossip
Example
There's a rumour that the company will close next month.
Es gibt ein Gerücht, dass das Unternehmen nächsten Monat schließen wird.
B2 noun /ˈmɒlɪkjuːl/

molecule

Molekül
Meaning
The smallest unit of a chemical compound that retains its chemical properties.
Example
A water molecule is made up of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.
Ein Wassermolekül besteht aus zwei Wasserstoffatomen und einem Sauerstoffatom.
B2 noun /ˈsɪɡ.nəlz/

signals

signale
Meaning
A gesture, action, or sound conveying information or instructions.
Example
Signals from deep space were detected last week.
Signale aus dem tiefen Weltraum wurden letzte Woche detektiert.
B2 adjective rəʊˈbʌst

robust

robust
Meaning
Strong and healthy; vigorous; able to withstand or overcome adverse conditions.
Example
The robust infrastructure ensures reliable communication.
Die robuste Infrastruktur stellt eine zuverlässige Kommunikation sicher.
B2 verb /rɪˈzaɪd/

reside

wohnen
Meaning
to live or dwell in a particular place
Example
They reside in a large house near the river.
Sie wohnen in einem großen Haus am Fluss.
B2 noun /ˈpɪm.pəl/

Pimple

Pickel
Meaning
a small, inflamed elevation of the skin; a spot on the skin, especially on the face
Example
She was embarrassed about the pimple on her forehead.
Sie war wegen des Pickels auf ihrer Stirn verlegen.
B2 verb /ˈkɒm.plɪ.keɪt/

complicate

komplizieren
Meaning
To make something more difficult or confusing.
Example
The new rules will only complicate the process.
Die neuen Regeln werden den Prozess nur komplizieren.
B2 adjective /ˈvɜːr.tʃu.əs/

Virtuous

tugendhaft; rechtschaffen; moralisch ausgezeichnet;
Meaning
having high moral standards; righteous; morally excellent
Example
She is known for her virtuous character and honest dealings.
Sie ist für ihren tugendhaften Charakter und ehrliche Geschäfte bekannt.
B2 noun /ˈmæd.nəs/

Madness

Wahnsinn; Irresein;
Meaning
the state of being mentally ill, especially severely; extremely foolish behavior
Example
It would be madness to drive in this storm.
Es wäre Wahnsinn, bei diesem Sturm zu fahren.
B2 noun /ˈbjʊəroʊ/

bureau

Büro/Agentur
Meaning
An office or agency that provides services or manages specific duties.
Example
The travel bureau helped them plan their vacation.
Das Reisebüro half ihnen, ihren Urlaub zu planen.
B2 noun /ˈmaɪnɪŋ/

mining

Bergbau
Meaning
the process of extracting valuable minerals or other resources from the earth
Example
Mining in this area has increased in recent years.
Der Bergbau in dieser Region hat in den letzten Jahren zugenommen.
B2 noun /bɪtʃ/

Bitch

Hündin;
Meaning
a female dog; an unpleasant or spiteful woman (offensive)
Example
The bitch gave birth to five puppies.
Die Hündin gebar fünf Welpen.
B2 adjective /əˈsɜːr.tɪv/

Assertive

durchsetzungsfähig; selbstbewusst
Meaning
confident and forceful; having a strong personality
Example
She is very assertive when speaking in meetings.
Sie ist sehr assertiv, wenn sie in Besprechungen spricht.
B2 verb /reɪl/

rail

sich beschweren
Meaning
to complain or protest strongly about something
Example
He railed against the unfair decision.
Er schimpfte gegen die ungerechte Entscheidung.
B2 verb /ˈpenɪtreɪt/

penetrate

durchdringen
Meaning
to go into or through something; to understand something deeply
Example
The bullet penetrated the wall.
Die Kugel durchdrang die Wand.
B2 noun /den/

Den

Höhle; gemütlicher Raum; Ort für illegale Aktivitäten
Meaning
a wild animal's lair or home; a small, comfortable room; a place for illegal activities
Example
The fox disappeared into its den when it sensed danger approaching.
Der Fuchs verschwand in seiner Höhle, als er Gefahr nahen fühlte.
B2 noun /prɪˈdɪk.ʃən/

Prediction

Vorhersage
Meaning
a statement about what will happen in the future; a forecast
Example
The weather prediction says it will rain tomorrow.
Die Wettervorhersage sagt, dass es morgen regnen wird.
B2 adjective /rɪˈfaɪnd/

Refined

verfeinert; gereinigt
Meaning
elegant and cultured in appearance, manner, or taste; purified
Example
She has very refined taste in art and music.
Sie hat einen sehr raffinierten Geschmack in Kunst und Musik.
B2 noun /sliːv/

Sleeve

Ärmel
Meaning
the part of a garment that covers the arm
Example
She rolled up her sleeves before starting to cook.
Sie krempelte ihre Ärmel hoch, bevor sie mit dem Kochen begann.
B2 noun /stæns/

stance

Haltung
Meaning
a person's attitude, opinion, or position on an issue
Example
The company took a strong stance on environmental protection.
Das Unternehmen hat eine starke Haltung zum Umweltschutz eingenommen.
B2 noun /ˌɪnstəˈbɪləti/

instability

Instabilität
Meaning
lack of stability or balance; tendency to change, fail, or collapse easily
Example
Political instability has slowed economic growth in the region.
Politische Instabilität hat das wirtschaftliche Wachstum der Region verlangsamt.
B2 adjective /ɪkˈskluːdɪd/

Excluded

ausgeschlossen; abgelehnt
Meaning
not included; left out; barred from participation
Example
He felt excluded from the group activities and conversations.
Er fühlte sich von den Gruppenaktivitäten und Gesprächen ausgeschlossen.
B2 noun /ˈproʊtəkɔːl/

protocol

Protokoll
Meaning
an official procedure or system of rules
Example
The security team followed strict protocol during the event.
Das Sicherheitsteam folgte während der Veranstaltung einem strengen Protokoll.
B2 noun /temp.ˈteɪ.ʃən/

Temptation

Versuchung
Meaning
the desire to do something wrong or unwise; an urge to have or do something
Example
He resisted the temptation to eat the entire chocolate cake.
Er widerstand der Versuchung, den gesamten Schokoladenkuchen zu essen.
B2 adverb /ˈmen.tə.li/

Mentally

mental
Meaning
relating to the mind; in terms of mental processes
Example
She was mentally preparing herself for the exam.
Sie bereitete sich mental auf die Prüfung vor.
B2 adjective /ˈtrʌblsəm/

Troublesome

störend; problematisch
Meaning
causing difficulty or annoyance; problematic
Example
The troublesome student disrupted the class again.
Der störende Schüler hat die Klasse wieder gestört.
B2 adjective /njuːˈmɛrɪkəl/

numerical

numerisch
Meaning
relating to or expressed in numbers
Example
The report provides numerical data on population growth.
Der Bericht liefert numerische Daten zum Bevölkerungswachstum.
B2 adjective /ˈhez.ɪ.tənt/

Hesitant

zögerlich; unsicher; widerwillig
Meaning
uncertain or unwilling to act; showing doubt or reluctance
Example
She was hesitant to accept the job offer.
Sie war zögerlich, das Jobangebot anzunehmen.
B2 adjective /səkˈsɛsɪv/

Successive

erfolgreich; aufeinanderfolgend
Meaning
following one after the other in order; consecutive
Example
The team won three successive matches.
Das Team gewann drei aufeinanderfolgende Spiele.
B2 noun /ˈkɑr.ɡoʊ ʃɪp/

Cargo ship

Frachtschiff
Meaning
a ship or vessel that carries goods and materials from one port to another
Example
The cargo ship transported containers filled with electronics across the ocean.
Das Frachtschiff transportierte Container, die mit Elektronik über den Ozean gefüllt waren.
B2 adjective /ˌæbsənt ˈmaɪndɪd/

absent-minded

vergesslich
Meaning
often forgetting things or not paying attention
Example
He is so absent-minded that he often forgets his keys.
Er ist so vergesslich, dass er oft seine Schlüssel vergisst.
B2 noun /ˈleɪ.zi.nəs/

Laziness

Faulheit
Meaning
the quality of being unwilling to work or use energy; idleness
Example
His laziness prevented him from achieving his goals.
Seine Faulheit verhinderte, dass er seine Ziele erreichte.
B2 noun /ˈdɛsɪməl/

decimal

dezimal
Meaning
A number system based on 10; a number expressed in the base-10 system.
Example
The number 0.75 is a decimal.
Die Zahl 0,75 ist eine Dezimalzahl.
B2 noun /ˈfɔːrmjələ/

formula

Formel
Meaning
a fixed method for doing something; a mathematical or chemical rule expressed in symbols
Example
The scientist discovered a new formula for the medicine.
Der Wissenschaftler entdeckte eine neue Formel für das Medikament.
B2 noun /jel/

Yell

Schrei; Gebrüll; Aufschrei
Meaning
a loud, sharp cry of pain, surprise, or delight; to shout loudly
Example
He let out a yell when he saw the spider.
Er ließ einen Schrei los, als er die Spinne sah.
B2 adjective /ˈjuː.nɪ.faɪd/

unified

vereinigt
Meaning
Made into a whole or joined together.
Example
A unified approach fosters better outcomes.
Ein vereinter Ansatz fördert bessere Ergebnisse.
B2 verb /ɪnˈroʊl/

enrol

einschreiben
Meaning
To officially register or sign up for a course, program, or membership
Example
She decided to enrol in a language course to improve her skills.
Sie beschloss, sich für einen Sprachkurs einzuschreiben, um ihre Fähigkeiten zu verbessern.
B2 verb /ɪnˈvɪʒən/

envision

vorstellen
Meaning
to imagine or picture something in the future; to visualize a possibility or goal
Example
She envisions a world where everyone has equal access to education.
Sie stellt sich eine Welt vor, in der jeder gleichberechtigten Zugang zu Bildung hat.
B2 noun /ˈhɑːr.mə.ni/

harmony

Harmonie
Meaning
A pleasing combination of different elements or a state of peaceful coexistence.
Example
A society thrives when there is harmony among its people.
Eine Gesellschaft gedeiht, wenn Harmonie unter ihren Menschen besteht.
B2 noun /ˈwɔːl.nʌt/

Walnut

walnuss
Meaning
an edible nut with a hard shell and a wrinkled appearance
Example
I love to eat walnuts with honey for breakfast.
Ich liebe es, Walnüsse mit Honig zum Frühstück zu essen.
B2 adverb /ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/

subsequently

anschließend
Meaning
at a later time; afterward
Example
He failed his exam and subsequently had to retake it.
Er hat seine Prüfung nicht bestanden und musste sie anschließend wiederholen.
B2 noun /ˈʃuːtɪŋ/

shooting

Dreh
Meaning
the action of shooting a gun, camera, or similar device
Example
The shooting of the movie took several months.
Der Dreh des Films dauerte mehrere Monate.
B2 noun /ˌsɜː.kjʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

circulation

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Meaning
The movement of blood through the body, or the movement of any fluid through a closed system.
Example
Proper circulation ensures that oxygen and nutrients reach every cell.
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B2 noun /ˌbɛnɪˈfɪʃəri/

beneficiary

begünstigter
Meaning
a person who receives something, especially money or property, from a will or insurance policy
Example
She is the sole beneficiary of her father’s estate.
Sie ist die einzige Begünstigte des Erbes ihres Vaters.
B2 noun /ˈtʃer.i ˌblɒs.əm/

Cherry Blossom

Kirschblüte
Meaning
the pink or white flowers of a cherry tree that bloom in spring
Example
The cherry blossoms bloom beautifully in April.
Die Kirschblüten blühen im April wunderschön.
B2 adjective /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒd/

disadvantaged

benachteiligt
Meaning
Lacking the basic resources or conditions needed for a good standard of living or equal opportunities.
Example
The program provides support to disadvantaged children.
Das Programm bietet Unterstützung für benachteiligte Kinder.
B2 noun /ˈwɔː.tər pɒt/

Water pot

Wasserkrug
Meaning
a container used for storing or carrying water
Example
The water pot in the kitchen was filled with fresh drinking water.
Der Wasserkrug in der Küche war mit frischem Trinkwasser gefüllt.
B2 verb ˈel.ɪ.veɪt

elevate

erhöhen, anheben, auf ein höheres oder beeindruckenderes Niveau anheben
Meaning
To lift to a higher position; to raise to a more important or impressive level.
Example
Good leadership can elevate team performance.
Gute Führung kann die Teamleistung erhöhen.
B2 adverb /ˈmæn.ju.ə.li/

Manually

von Hand; mit körperlicher Anstrengung;
Meaning
by hand; using physical effort rather than machines
Example
The data was entered manually into the system.
Die Daten wurden manuell in das System eingegeben.
B2 noun /ˈfæntəsi/

fantasy

Fantasie
Meaning
a creation of the imagination, especially something improbable or impossible
Example
She has a vivid fantasy about traveling to space.
Sie hat eine lebendige Fantasie über das Reisen ins All.
B2 adjective /ˈspiːtʃləs/

speechless

sprachlos
Meaning
Unable to speak because of shock, surprise, or strong emotion.
Example
She was speechless when she received the award.
Sie war sprachlos, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B2 adjective /mɑːrkt/

Marked

markiert; deutlich; deutlich erkennbar
Meaning
clearly noticeable; distinct; obvious
Example
There was a marked improvement in her performance.
Es gab eine markante Verbesserung in ihrer Leistung.
B2 noun /dɪˈpləʊ.mə/

diploma

Diplom
Meaning
an official document showing that a person has completed a course of study or training
Example
She received her diploma after finishing the nursing program.
Sie erhielt ihr Diplom nach dem Abschluss des Pflegeprogramms.
B2 noun /moʊd/

Mode

Modus; Art
Meaning
a way or manner in which something occurs or is done; a setting
Example
The computer has a sleep mode to save energy.
Der Computer hat einen Schlafmodus, um Energie zu sparen.
B2 noun /fraɪt/

Fright

Angst; Schrecken; Entsetzen
Meaning
a sudden intense feeling of fear; a shock or surprise that causes fear
Example
The loud thunder gave her such a fright that she dropped her coffee cup.
Der laute Donner versetzte sie in solche Angst, dass sie ihre Kaffeetasse fallen ließ.
B2 noun ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃənz

revolutions

Revolutionen
Meaning
Dramatic and wide-reaching changes in political, social, or economic systems, often involving the overthrow of a government or social order.
Example
Revolutions often lead to significant societal changes.
Revolutionen führen oft zu bedeutenden gesellschaftlichen Veränderungen.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈskɪld/

Unskilled

ungelernt; Arbeiter ohne Fähigkeiten
Meaning
lacking technical training or ability; not requiring special skills
Example
Many unskilled workers are looking for training opportunities.
Viele ungelernte Arbeiter suchen nach Schulungsmöglichkeiten.
B2 verb /pɪəs/

pierce

durchbohren
Meaning
to make a hole through something; to penetrate with a sharp object
Example
The arrow will pierce through the target.
Der Pfeil wird das Ziel durchdringen.
B2 noun /luːp/

Loop

Schleife, Ring
Meaning
a shape produced by a curve that bends around and crosses itself
Example
The string formed a neat loop around the package.
Der Faden bildete eine saubere Schleife um das Paket.
B2 noun, verb /slænt/

slant

verzerrte Sichtweise
Meaning
A particular point of view; to slope or lean in a particular direction.
Example
The article had a political slant.
Der Artikel hatte eine politische Neigung.
B2 noun ˌdedɪˈkeɪʃn

dedication

Widmung
Meaning
The quality of being dedicated or committed to a task or purpose; devotion.
Example
His dedication laid the foundation of Indian science.
Seine Widmung legte den Grundstein für die indische Wissenschaft.
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.
B2 verb /wɪp/

whip

peitschen
Meaning
to strike or beat with a flexible instrument such as a rope or cord
Example
The trainer whipped the horse to make it run faster.
Der Trainer peitschte das Pferd, um es schneller rennen zu lassen.
B2 adjective/noun /staʊt/

stout

dick / kräftig
Meaning
Strong, thick, or heavily built; also a kind of dark beer
Example
The stout man lifted the heavy box with ease.
Der dicke Mann hob die schwere Kiste mit Leichtigkeit.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈseɪn/

insane

verrückt
Meaning
mentally ill; extremely foolish or unreasonable
Example
The idea of jumping off the cliff seemed insane.
Die Idee, von der Klippe zu springen, schien verrückt.
B2 adjective ˈmɒn.ɪ.tri

monetary

monetär
Meaning
Relating to money or currency.
Example
The monetary implications are significant for investors.
Die monetären Implikationen sind für Investoren signifikant.
B2 noun /ˈmɛmoʊ/

memo

Memo
Meaning
a written message, typically in a business setting
Example
He wrote a memo to the staff about the upcoming meeting.
Er schrieb ein Memo an das Personal über das bevorstehende Meeting.
B2 adjective /ˈfræntɪk/

frantic

hysterisch
Meaning
Extremely anxious, hurried, or out of control due to fear or excitement.
Example
She made a frantic call to her family after the accident.
Sie tätigte nach dem Unfall einen hektischen Anruf bei ihrer Familie.
B2 noun /məˈtʃʊrəti/

Maturity

Reife
Meaning
The state of being mature; full development physically or emotionally
Example
With age comes wisdom and emotional maturity.
Mit dem Alter kommen Weisheit und emotionale Maturität.
B2 adjective /ˈspɒtɪd/

Spotted

gefleckt; markiert; gesehen
Meaning
having spots or marks; noticed or seen
Example
The spotted leopard moved silently through the jungle.
Der gefleckte Leopard bewegte sich lautlos durch den Dschungel.
B2 noun /kənˈsɪstənsi/

consistency

Konsistenz, Gleichmäßigkeit
Meaning
The quality of always behaving or performing in a similar way; uniformity.
Example
Consistency in quality is key to customer satisfaction.
Konsistenz in der Qualität ist der Schlüssel zur Kundenzufriedenheit.
B2 adjective /rɪˈliːvd/

relieved

erleichtert
Meaning
feeling happy and less worried after something stressful has been removed or resolved
Example
She felt relieved after hearing the good news.
Sie fühlte sich erleichtert, nachdem sie die gute Nachricht gehört hatte.
B2 noun /ˌpɪə.riˈɒd.ɪ.kəl/

periodical

Zeitschrift
Meaning
a magazine or journal published at regular intervals
Example
She subscribed to a science periodical.
Sie abonnierte eine wissenschaftliche Zeitschrift.
B2 verb /ɪˈmɪt/

emit

Emitieren
Meaning
to send out something such as light, heat, sound, or gas
Example
The factory emits smoke into the atmosphere.
Die Fabrik emittiert Rauch in die Atmosphäre.
B2 noun /'ræd.ɪʃ/

Radish

Radieschen
Meaning
a small pungent edible root vegetable with white or red skin
Example
The farmer harvested fresh radishes from the garden.
Der Bauer erntete frische Radieschen aus dem Garten.
B2 noun /ˈfɔːr.hed/

Forehead

Stirn
Meaning
the part of the face above the eyebrows and below the hairline
Example
He wiped the sweat from his forehead.
Er wischte den Schweiß von seiner Stirn.
B2 noun /ˈmæstərpiːs/

Masterpiece

Meisterwerk
Meaning
A work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship
Example
The Mona Lisa is considered one of the greatest masterpieces of all time.
Das Mona Lisa gilt als eines der größten Meisterwerke aller Zeiten.
B2 noun /ˈɑːrtɪzən/

artisan

Handwerker
Meaning
a skilled craftsperson who makes things by hand
Example
The artisan crafted a beautiful wooden chair.
Der Handwerker fertigte einen schönen Holzstuhl an.
B2 verb /ˈbɔɪkɑt/

boycott

boykottieren
Meaning
to refuse to buy, use, or participate in something as a protest
Example
They decided to boycott the company's products.
Sie entschieden sich, die Produkte des Unternehmens zu boykottieren.
B2 adjective /ɡəʊl ɔːˈrɪəntɪd/

goal-oriented

zielorientiert
Meaning
Focused on achieving specific objectives or targets; driven by clear aims.
Example
Being goal-oriented is crucial for achieving success.
Zielorientiert zu sein ist entscheidend für den Erfolg.
B2 verb /kreɪv/

crave

intensiv wünschen, begehren
Meaning
to have a strong desire for something
Example
She craves adventure and often travels to remote places.
Sie sehnt sich nach Abenteuer und reist oft an abgelegene Orte.
B2 adverb /ˈaʊtraɪt/

Outright

direkt; vollständig; ohne Vorbehalt
Meaning
completely; directly; without reservation or concealment
Example
She rejected the proposal outright.
Sie lehnte den Vorschlag direkt ab.
B2 verb /briːd/

breed

züchten, züchten
Meaning
to produce young animals; to reproduce; to keep animals for producing young
Example
They breed horses on their farm.
Sie züchten Pferde auf ihrem Bauernhof.
B2 noun, verb /sɪn/

sin

Sünde
Meaning
an immoral act considered to be a transgression against divine law; to commit an offense against religious or moral law
Example
He confessed his sin to the priest.
Er bekannte seine Sünde dem Priester.
B2 noun /ɪnˌtɜːrprəˈteɪʃən/

interpretation

Interpretation
Meaning
the action of explaining the meaning of something
Example
The teacher gave her own interpretation of the poem.
Die Lehrerin gab ihre eigene Interpretation des Gedichts.
B2 noun /fleʃ/

Flesh

Fleisch
Meaning
the soft substance consisting of muscle and fat that is found between the skin and bones
Example
The doctor examined the wound to check if it had penetrated the flesh.
Der Arzt untersuchte die Wunde, um zu sehen, ob sie in das Fleisch eingedrungen war
B2 noun /ˈboʊld.nəs/

Boldness

Kühnheit; Wagemut
Meaning
willingness to take risks; confidence and courage in behavior
Example
Her boldness in confronting the problem impressed everyone.
Ihre Kühnheit, das Problem anzugehen, beeindruckte alle.
B2 adjective /ænˈdʒelɪk/

angelic

engelhafter
Meaning
Like or characteristic of an angel; pure, kind, or innocent.
Example
The child had an angelic smile.
Das Kind hatte ein engelhaftes Lächeln.
B2 adjective /ˈruː.mi/

Roomy

geräumig; mit viel Platz
Meaning
spacious; having a lot of room
Example
The apartment is very roomy with spacious bedrooms.
Die Wohnung ist sehr geräumig mit großen Schlafzimmern.
B2 noun (plural) /ˈtæk.tɪks/

tactics

Taktiken
Meaning
specific methods or actions used to achieve a goal, especially in military or competition
Example
The team changed their tactics to win the game.
Das Team änderte seine Taktiken, um das Spiel zu gewinnen.
B2 noun /ˌkɑn.frənˈteɪ.ʃən/

Confrontation

Konfrontation
Meaning
a hostile or argumentative meeting or situation between opposing parties; direct challenge or opposition
Example
The confrontation between the two leaders ended without any agreement.
Die Konfrontation zwischen den beiden Führern endete ohne ein Ergebnis.
B2 adjective /ˌɑːrkɪˈtɛktʃərəl/

architectural

architektonisch
Meaning
relating to the design and style of buildings and structures
Example
The city is known for its beautiful architectural designs.
Die Stadt ist bekannt für ihre schönen architektonischen Designs.
B2 verb /ˈtɛrəˌfaɪ/

terrify

erschrecken
Meaning
To cause someone to feel extreme fear.
Example
The loud thunder terrified the children.
Der laute Donner hat die Kinder erschreckt.
B2 noun /ˌpɛnɪˈtreɪʃən/

penetration

Durchdringung
Meaning
The act of piercing or entering into something.
Example
The company's market penetration grew rapidly.
Die Marktdurchdringung des Unternehmens wuchs schnell.
B2 adjective /ˈæm.pəl/

Ample

reichlich; genügend; ausgiebig
Meaning
large in size, extent, or capacity; plentiful; more than enough
Example
We have ample time to finish the project before the deadline.
Wir haben genügend Zeit, um das Projekt vor der Frist abzuschließen.
B2 noun/verb /ˈkwɒr.ən.tiːn/

quarantine

Quarantäne
Meaning
A period of isolation to prevent the spread of disease.
Example
The travelers were placed in quarantine for two weeks.
Die Reisenden wurden für zwei Wochen in Quarantäne gestellt.
B2 noun/verb /stʌmp/

stump

Baumstumpf, verblüffen
Meaning
the base of a tree left after the trunk is cut down; to puzzle or confuse
Example
The question completely stumped the students.
Die Frage hat die Studenten völlig ratlos gemacht.
B2 adjective /pɪˈkjuː.li.ər/

Peculiar

eigenartig; seltsam; ungewöhnlich
Meaning
strange or odd; unusual; belonging exclusively to
Example
She has a peculiar way of speaking.
Sie hat eine eigenartige Art zu sprechen.
B2 adjective daɪˈdʒes.tɪv

digestive

verdauungsfördernd
Meaning
Relating to the digestion of food.
Example
Digestive enzymes help break down food.
Verdauungsenzyme helfen dabei, Nahrung abzubauen.
B2 verb ˈtrɪɡərz

triggers

auslösen
Meaning
To cause or initiate something to happen
Example
Air pollution triggers chronic diseases.
Luftverschmutzung löst chronische Krankheiten aus.
B2 adjective; verb (past participle) /ˈɒkjʊpaɪd/

occupied

besetzt; belegt
Meaning
being in use or taken; filled or lived in; controlled or held by force
Example
The room is occupied, so please wait outside.
Das Zimmer ist besetzt, bitte warten Sie draußen.
B2 adjective /ˌʌnɪˈmædʒənəbəl/

Unimaginable

unvorstellbar
Meaning
impossible to conceive; beyond imagination
Example
The scale of destruction was unimaginable until we saw it firsthand.
Das Ausmaß der Zerstörung war unvorstellbar, bis wir es mit eigenen Augen sahen.
B2 adjective /ˈɛv.ə.ɡriːn/

evergreen

immergrün
Meaning
Remaining green and functional throughout the year; not shedding leaves seasonally.
Example
Evergreen trees like pine and fir stay green year-round.
Immergrüne Bäume wie Kiefern und Tannen bleiben das ganze Jahr über grün.
B2 adjective /ˈɪrɪteɪtɪd/

irritated

gereizt
Meaning
feeling annoyed or impatient; having inflamed or sore physical condition
Example
She felt irritated by the constant noise outside her window.
Sie war durch den ständigen Lärm gereizt.
B2 adjective /ˈkwestʃənəbl/

Questionable

zweifelhaft
Meaning
doubtful; dubious; suspicious; open to doubt or suspicion
Example
His questionable business practices led to an investigation.
Seine fragwürdigen Geschäftspraktiken führten zu einer Untersuchung.