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B2 verb, noun /ˈkɒntɛst/

contest

wettbewerb, herausfordern
Meaning
verb: to compete or challenge; noun: a competition or dispute
Example
She decided to contest the election against the incumbent.
Sie entschied sich, die Wahl gegen den amtierenden Kandidaten anzufechten.
B2 noun /ˈkɒl.ər/

Collar

kragen
Meaning
a band of material around the neck; in jewelry context, a close-fitting necklace
Example
She wore an elegant pearl collar to the formal dinner.
Sie trug einen eleganten Perlenkragen zum formellen Abendessen.
B2 preposition /kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/

concerning

bezüglich
Meaning
about or relating to something; causing worry or anxiety
Example
There are some reports concerning the new project.
Es gibt einige Berichte bezüglich des neuen Projekts.
B2 noun /kɔːrd/

cord

Schnur
Meaning
a long, thin, flexible string or rope
Example
He tied the package with a strong cord.
Er band das Paket mit einer starken Schnur.
B2 noun /kəˈrɪz.mə/

charisma

Charisma
Meaning
Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.
Example
His charisma helped him become a great leader.
Sein Charisma half ihm, ein großartiger Führer zu werden.
B2 adjective /kənˈvɜːrtəbl/

convertible

Cabriolet, Auto mit faltbarem Dach
Meaning
able to be changed into a different form or use; also a car with a roof that can be folded down
Example
She drove her new convertible along the coastal road.
Sie fuhr ihr neues Cabriolet auf der Küstenstraße.
B2 noun/adjective /ˈkæpɪtəlɪst/

capitalist

Kapitalist
Meaning
a person who supports or believes in capitalism; a wealthy business owner
Example
The capitalist believes in the freedom of the market.
Der Kapitalist glaubt an die Freiheit des Marktes.
B2 verb /ˈkɒntəmpleɪt/

contemplate

nachdenken
Meaning
to think deeply and carefully about something; to consider thoughtfully
Example
She sat quietly to contemplate her future plans.
Sie saß still, um über ihre Zukunftspläne nachzudenken.
B2 noun /ˌkɔr.əˈspɑn.dəns/

Correspondence

Korrespondenz; Ähnlichkeit oder Gleichwertigkeit; Kommunikation durch den Austausch von Briefen
Meaning
letters sent or received; similarity or equivalence; communication by exchange of letters
Example
The historical correspondence between the two famous writers was recently published.
Die historische Korrespondenz zwischen den beiden berühmten Schriftstellern wurde kürzlich veröffentlicht.
B2 adjective /kənˈsɜːvətɪv/

conservative

konservativ
Meaning
Favoring traditional views and values; resistant to change.
Example
He has conservative views on family and society.
Er hat konservative Ansichten über Familie und Gesellschaft.
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 verb /kənˈsoʊl/

console

trösten
Meaning
to comfort someone who is sad or disappointed; to provide solace
Example
She tried to console her friend after the loss.
Sie versuchte, ihre Freundin nach dem Verlust zu trösten.
B2 noun /kənˈsɛʃən/

concession

Konzession
Meaning
something that is granted, especially in response to demands; a compromise
Example
The company made several concessions during the negotiations.
Das Unternehmen machte mehrere Konzessionen während der Verhandlungen.
B2 noun /kənˈvɛn.ʃən.əl ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ/

conventional farming

konventionelle Landwirtschaft
Meaning
Traditional farming method using synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and modern technology.
Example
Conventional farming increases crop production using fertilizers.
Die konventionelle Landwirtschaft steigert die Ernteproduktion unter Verwendung von Düngemitteln.
B2 noun /kəˈlɛktər/

collector

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

cloak

Mantel
Meaning
a loose outer garment; to cover, hide, or disguise
Example
The spy cloaked his identity with a false name.
Der Spion verbarg seine Identität mit einem falschen Namen.
B2 verb /ˈkɒnstɪtjuːt/

constitute

bilden
Meaning
To make up, form, or establish something.
Example
These documents constitute the legal agreement between the two parties.
Diese Dokumente stellen die rechtliche Vereinbarung zwischen den beiden Parteien dar.
B2 verb /kəˈrɛspɒnd/

correspond

korrespondieren
Meaning
to communicate by exchanging letters or messages
Example
I correspond regularly with my old friends.
Ich korrespondiere regelmäßig mit meinen alten Freunden.
B2 noun /ˈkɒn.ʃəs.nəs/

consciousness

bewusstsein
Meaning
The state of being aware of and able to think about one's existence, sensations, thoughts, and surroundings.
Example
Meditation helps improve consciousness and clarity of thought.
Meditation hilft, das Bewusstsein und die Klarheit des Denkens zu verbessern.
B2 noun /ˈtʃeɪmbər/

chamber

Kammer
Meaning
a large room used for formal or public events, or a private room.
Example
The king held meetings in his private chamber.
Der König hielt in seiner privaten Kammer Besprechungen ab.
B2 verb /kəmˈpraɪz/

comprise

bestehen
Meaning
To consist of or be made up of something.
Example
The committee comprises five members.
Das Komitee besteht aus fünf Mitgliedern.
B2 adjective /ˈkɒn.trər.i/

Contrary

entgegengesetzt; gegensätzlich;
Meaning
opposite in nature, direction, or meaning; completely different
Example
Contrary to popular belief, cats can be very social animals.
Im Gegensatz zu der weit verbreiteten Meinung können Katzen sehr gesellige Tiere sein.
B2 noun /ˈkloʊʒər/

closure

Schließung
Meaning
the action or process of closing something, or the sense of finality or resolution.
Example
The closure of the company left many employees without jobs.
Die Schließung des Unternehmens hinterließ viele Mitarbeiter ohne Jobs.
B2 adjective /kəmˈpærətɪv/

Comparative

vergleichend
Meaning
involving comparison between two or more things; relative
Example
The study showed comparative results between different teaching methods.
Die Studie zeigte vergleichende Ergebnisse zwischen verschiedenen Lehrmethoden.
B2 adjective kənˈven.ʃən.əl

conventional

konventionell
Meaning
Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed; traditional, standard, customary.
Example
Many farmers still use conventional farming methods.
Viele Landwirte nutzen immer noch konventionelle Anbaumethoden.
B2 noun /ˈkɔːr.əs/

Chorus

Chor; ein Teil eines Liedes, der nach jeder Strophe wiederholt wird
Meaning
a large organized group of singers; a part of a song that is repeated after each verse
Example
The school chorus performed beautifully at the annual concert.
Der Schulchor hat wunderschön beim Jahreskonzert gesungen.
B2 verb /ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/

compromise

kompromittieren
Meaning
To expose or make vulnerable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute.
Example
Excessive sharing can compromise your privacy.
Übermäßiges Teilen kann deine Privatsphäre gefährden.
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 noun /kraɪˈtɪəriə/

criteria

Kriterium
Meaning
Standards or principles by which something is judged or decided.
Example
The candidates were evaluated based on strict criteria.
Die Kandidaten wurden nach strengen Kriterien bewertet.
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.
B2 adjective /ˈkʌltʃəd/

cultured

kultiviert
Meaning
characterized by refined taste, manners, and education
Example
She is a cultured woman who loves art and literature.
Sie ist eine kultivierte Frau, die Kunst und Literatur liebt.
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.
B2 adjective kənˈsaɪs

concise

prägnant
Meaning
Brief and clearly expressed without unnecessary details.
Example
A concise speech is more impactful than a long one.
Eine prägnante Rede ist wirkungsvoller als eine lange Rede.
B2 verb /kənˈfaɪn/

confine

einsperren
Meaning
to restrict someone or something within certain limits; to keep someone in a closed space
Example
The prisoner was confined to his cell for 23 hours a day.
Der Gefangene war 23 Stunden am Tag in seiner Zelle eingesperrt.
B2 noun /kəˈkeɪn/

cocaine

Kokain (eine Droge)
Meaning
a powerful and addictive illegal drug made from coca leaves
Example
He was arrested for possessing cocaine.
Er wurde wegen des Besitzes von Kokain verhaftet.
B2 noun /ˈsɛmɪˌtɛri/

cemetery

Friedhof
Meaning
a place where dead people are buried
Example
The old cemetery is located at the edge of the village.
Der alte Friedhof befindet sich am Rande des Dorfes.
B2 noun /kənˈfɛʃən/

confession

Geständnis
Meaning
a statement admitting that one is guilty of a crime or has done something wrong
Example
The suspect made a full confession to the police.
Der Verdächtige legte der Polizei ein vollständiges Geständnis ab.
B2 verb /kəˈlæps/

collapse

kollabieren
Meaning
to fall down or inward suddenly; to break down completely
Example
The old building collapsed after the earthquake.
Das alte Gebäude kollabierte nach dem Erdbeben.
B2 verb /ˈkɒmbæt/

combat

kämpfen
Meaning
to fight against something, especially to reduce or stop it
Example
The government is taking steps to combat corruption.
Die Regierung ergreift Maßnahmen, um gegen Korruption zu kämpfen.
B2 noun /krɑk pɑt/

Crock pot

Schongarer
Meaning
an electric cooking pot that cooks food slowly at low temperatures
Example
I put the chicken and vegetables in the crock pot before going to work.
Ich habe das Huhn und das Gemüse vor der Arbeit in den Schongarer gelegt.
B2 noun /ˌkɒndɛnˈseɪʃən/

condensation

Kondensation
Meaning
The process of water vapor changing into liquid; also, the act of making something more concise.
Example
Condensation formed on the windows during the cold night.
Kondensation bildete sich auf den Fenstern während der kalten Nacht.
B2 noun /ˌklærɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

clarification

Klarstellung
Meaning
The action of making a statement or situation less confused and more clearly comprehensible.
Example
The manager requested clarification on the project details.
Der Manager bat um eine Klarstellung der Projektdetails.
B2 verb /ˈkeɪtər/

cater

anbieten
Meaning
To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.
Example
The company catered the wedding reception.
Das Unternehmen hat das Hochzeitsessen zubereitet.
B2 noun /ˈsen.tɪ.piːd/

Centipede

tausendfüßler
Meaning
a long thin creature with many legs that lives in dark places
Example
I found a centipede crawling under the rock.
Ich fand einen Tausendfüßler, der unter dem Stein kroch.
B2 adjective /kəˈreɪdʒəs/

Courageous

mutig; furchtlos; zeigt Mut im Angesicht der Gefahr
Meaning
brave; fearless; showing courage in the face of danger
Example
The courageous firefighter rescued the family from the burning building.
Der mutige Feuerwehrmann rettete die Familie aus dem brennenden Gebäude.
B2 adjective /ˈkɒm.pɪ.tənt/

Competent

kompetent; fähig
Meaning
having the necessary skill or knowledge to do something successfully; capable
Example
She is a competent manager who handles all tasks efficiently.
Sie ist eine kompetente Managerin, die alle Aufgaben effizient erledigt.
B2 noun, verb /kɜːrs/

curse

Fluch
Meaning
a solemn wish that harm or misfortune should befall someone; a rude or offensive word or phrase; to utter offensive words or wish harm upon someone
Example
He cursed loudly when he realized he had lost his wallet.
Er fluchte laut, als er merkte, dass er seine Brieftasche verloren hatte.
B2 noun /ˈsɜːrkɪt/

circuit

Kreis / elektrischer Weg
Meaning
A roughly circular line, route, or movement that starts and ends at the same place; also an electrical pathway.
Example
The runners completed the circuit around the park.
Die Läufer haben den Kreis rund um den Park beendet.
B2 noun /ˈkænən/

Cannon

kanone
Meaning
large heavy gun that fires cannonballs or shells
Example
The castle was defended by several large cannons.
Das Schloss wurde von mehreren großen Kanonen verteidigt.
B2 adjective /ˈklʌm.zi/

clumsy

ungeschickt
Meaning
awkward in movement or lacking skill
Example
He is so clumsy that he drops things all the time.
Er ist so ungeschickt, dass er ständig Dinge fallen lässt.
B2 adjective/verb /kəˈrʌpt/

corrupt

korrupt
Meaning
dishonest or morally wrong; to make something impure or evil
Example
The politician was accused of corrupt practices.
Der Politiker wurde wegen korrupten Praktiken angeklagt.
B2 verb /kənˈfaɪd/

confide

vertraulich erzählen
Meaning
To tell someone about a secret or private matter while trusting them not to repeat it.
Example
He confided his worries to his best friend.
Er vertraute sich seinem besten Freund an.
B2 noun /kənˈstɪtʃ.u.ənts/

constituents

bestandteile
Meaning
Components or elements used to create something.
Example
Proteins and vitamins are essential constituents of a healthy diet.
Proteine und Vitamine sind wesentliche Bestandteile einer gesunden Ernährung.
B2 noun /kəmˈpoʊnənt/

component

Komponente
Meaning
a part or element of a larger whole, especially a machine or system
Example
The engine is the most important component of the car.
Der Motor ist das wichtigste Bauteil des Autos.
B2 noun /koʊˈɪn.sɪ.dəns/

Coincidence

Zufall
Meaning
a remarkable occurrence of events or circumstances without apparent causal connection; chance happening
Example
It was a strange coincidence that they both wore the same dress to the party.
Es war ein seltsamer Zufall, dass sie beide dasselbe Kleid zur Party trugen.
B2 noun /koʊˈɔːrdɪˌneɪtər/

coordinator

Koordinator
Meaning
a person who organizes people or activities so that they work well together
Example
The event coordinator managed everything perfectly.
Der Event-Koordinator hat alles perfekt organisiert.
B2 noun/verb /kəˈmjuː.tɪŋ/

commuting

pendeln
Meaning
Regular travel to and from workplace, daily journey for work.
Example
He spends two hours commuting to work every day.
Er verbringt jeden Tag zwei Stunden mit dem Pendeln zur Arbeit.
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.
B2 noun /tʃɔːr/

chore

Hausarbeit
Meaning
A routine task, especially a household duty.
Example
Washing the dishes is my least favorite chore.
Das Abwaschen ist meine am wenigsten bevorzugte Hausarbeit.
B2 noun /kəˈroʊnə/

corona

eine Krone oder eine kranzähnliche Struktur; bezieht sich auch auf die äußere Atmosphäre der Sonne
Meaning
a crown or crown-like structure; also refers to the outer atmosphere of the sun
Example
The sun's corona was visible during the total solar eclipse.
Die Korona der Sonne war während der totalen Sonnenfinsternis sichtbar.
B2 adjective /ˈklæsɪfaɪd/

classified

klassifiziert; geheim
Meaning
arranged into categories; officially secret or restricted
Example
The report contains classified information and cannot be shared publicly.
Der Bericht enthält klassifizierte Informationen.
B2 verb /kənˈfɔːrm/

conform

sich anpassen
Meaning
To comply with rules, standards, or laws.
Example
Students must conform to the school regulations.
Die Studenten müssen sich an die Schulvorschriften halten.
B2 adjective /kəmˈpʌlsəri/

compulsory

verpflichtend
Meaning
Required by law or a rule; obligatory.
Example
Wearing seat belts is compulsory in most countries.
Das Tragen von Sicherheitsgurten ist in den meisten Ländern verpflichtend.
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.
B2 adjective /ˈkɒmp(ə)rəbl/

comparable

vergleichbar
Meaning
Able to be likened to something else in size, amount, or quality.
Example
The two products are comparable in quality but differ in price.
Die beiden Produkte sind in der Qualität vergleichbar, unterscheiden sich aber im Preis.
B2 adjective /ˈtʃʌbi/

chubby

pummelig
Meaning
slightly fat in a way that looks healthy and pleasant
Example
The baby has chubby cheeks.
Das Baby hat pummelige Wangen.
B2 verb /kəmˈpaɪl/

compile

zusammenstellen
Meaning
to collect information or material and put it together in a list, report, or book
Example
She compiled the research data into a detailed report.
Sie sammelte die Forschungsdaten in einem detaillierten Bericht.
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.
B2 noun ˈkɑː.bən

carbon

Kohlenstoff
Meaning
The chemical element of atomic number 6, occurring as diamond, graphite, and charcoal.
Example
Carbon emissions must be controlled.
Kohlenstoffemissionen müssen kontrolliert werden.
B2 verb /ˈkɒnvɪkt/

convict

verurteilen
Meaning
to find someone guilty of a crime in a court of law
Example
The court convicted him of theft.
Das Gericht verurteilte ihn wegen Diebstahls.
B2 adjective /kənˈsek.jə.tɪv/

Consecutive

konsekutiv
Meaning
following each other in uninterrupted succession; sequential
Example
She won three consecutive matches in the tournament.
Sie gewann drei aufeinanderfolgende Spiele im Turnier.
B2 noun /ˈkæp.sɪ.kəm/

Capsicum

Paprika
Meaning
sweet pepper; bell pepper; colorful vegetable used in cooking
Example
Add red and green capsicum to make the dish colorful and nutritious.
Fügen Sie rote und grüne Paprika hinzu, um das Gericht bunt und nahrhaft zu machen.
B2 verb /kɑːrv/

carve

schnitzen
Meaning
To cut or shape something, especially wood or stone, into a desired form.
Example
The artist carved a beautiful statue out of marble.
Der Künstler schnitzte eine wunderschöne Statue aus Marmor.
B2 adjective /ˈklɪn.ɪ.kəl/

clinical

klinisch
Meaning
Related to the observation and treatment of patients rather than theoretical study.
Example
The doctor conducted a clinical examination.
Der Arzt führte eine klinische Untersuchung durch.
B2 noun /ˈkɑːrɡoʊ/

cargo

Fracht
Meaning
goods carried by a ship, plane, or other transport
Example
The ship was loaded with valuable cargo.
Das Schiff war mit wertvoller Fracht beladen.
B2 noun /kəˈθɒlɪsɪzəm/

catholicism

Katholizismus
Meaning
The faith, practice, and church order of the Roman Catholic Church.
Example
Catholicism has a long history and rich traditions.
Der Katholizismus hat eine lange Geschichte und reiche Traditionen.
B2 adjective /kənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/

Conditional

konditionell; bedingt
Meaning
dependent on certain conditions; not absolute
Example
The job offer is conditional upon passing the background check.
Das Jobangebot ist konditional abhängig vom Bestehen der Hintergrundüberprüfung.
B2 adjective /ˈkrɒnɪk/

chronic

chronisch
Meaning
Lasting for a long time or constantly recurring, often describing illness.
Example
She suffers from chronic back pain.
Sie leidet an chronischen Rückenschmerzen.
B2 verb kəˈlaɪd

collide

zusammenstoßen, kollidieren
Meaning
Hit with force when moving; come into conflict or opposition.
Example
The two cars collided at the intersection.
Die beiden Autos kollidierten an der Kreuzung.
B2 noun /ˌkɒmplɪˈkeɪʃən/

complication

Komplikation
Meaning
A problem or difficulty that makes a situation harder to deal with.
Example
His illness led to serious complications after surgery.
Seine Krankheit führte nach der Operation zu schweren Komplikationen.
B2 adverb /kənˈsɪstəntli/

consistently

konstant
Meaning
in a way that does not vary; regularly and dependably
Example
She has been performing consistently well in her studies.
Sie hat konstant gute Leistungen in ihrem Studium erbracht.
B2 noun /kənˈvɜːrtər/

converter

Umwandler
Meaning
a device or person that changes something from one form, system, or use to another; a tool that converts data, energy, or materials
Example
The engineer used a converter to change AC power into DC power.
Der Ingenieur benutzte einen Umwandler, um Wechselstrom in Gleichstrom umzuwandeln.
B2 noun /ˈkʌmbæk/

comeback

Rückkehr
Meaning
A return to a former status or success after a period of decline.
Example
The singer made a remarkable comeback after years of silence.
Der Sänger machte nach Jahren der Stille eine bemerkenswerte Rückkehr.
B2 noun kəˌlæbəˈreɪʃən

collaboration

zusammenarbeit
Meaning
The action of working with someone to produce or create something
Example
International collaboration is necessary to fight pollution.
Internationale Zusammenarbeit ist notwendig, um gegen die Verschmutzung zu kämpfen.
B2 adjective /ˌkɒmplɪˈmɛntəri/

complementary

komplementär
Meaning
combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other
Example
The two partners have complementary skills.
Die beiden Partner haben komplementäre Fähigkeiten.
B2 noun /ˈkɑn.ʃəns/

Conscience

Gewissen, Moral, inneres Gefühl
Meaning
an inner feeling or voice viewed as acting as a guide to the rightness or wrongness of one's behavior
Example
His conscience prevented him from lying to his parents about his grades.
Sein Gewissen hinderte ihn daran, seinen Eltern über seine Noten zu lügen.
B2 adjective /kəˈmɛndəbl̩/

commendable

lobenswert
Meaning
deserving praise or approval
Example
Her dedication to the project was truly commendable.
Ihr Engagement für das Projekt war wirklich lobenswert.
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 adjective ˌkɒn.trəˈvɜː.ʃəl

controversial

umstritten
Meaning
Giving rise to public disagreement or heated discussion.
Example
The policy remains controversial.
Die Politik bleibt umstritten.
B2 noun /kreɪn/

Crane

Kranich
Meaning
a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects
Example
The graceful crane stood motionless by the water's edge.
Der anmutige Kranich stand reglos am Rand des Wassers.
B2 noun /ˌkɔːriˈændər/

Coriander

Koriander
Meaning
aromatic herb with feathery leaves used for flavoring food; also refers to the seeds used as spice
Example
Fresh coriander leaves are sprinkled on top of the curry.
Frische Korianderblätter werden über das Curry gestreut.
B2 noun /ˈkʊk.uː/

Cuckoo

kuckuck
Meaning
a bird known for its distinctive call and for laying eggs in other birds' nests
Example
We heard the cuckoo calling from the forest early in the morning.
Wir haben den Kuckuck morgens im Wald singen hören.
B2 noun /ˈkætəlɔːɡ/

catalog

katalog
Meaning
a complete list of items, typically arranged systematically
Example
The library provides an online catalog of all available books.
Die Bibliothek stellt einen Online-Katalog aller verfügbaren Bücher zur Verfügung.
B2 adjective /kəʊˈhɪə.rənt/

coherent

kohärent
Meaning
Logical and consistent; forming a unified whole; clear and easy to understand.
Example
His speech was clear and coherent.
Seine Rede war klar und kohärent.
B2 noun /ˈkaʊntərˌpɑːrt/

counterpart

Gegenstück
Meaning
a person or thing that corresponds to or has the same function as another
Example
The CEO met with his counterpart in the partner company.
Der CEO traf sich mit seinem Gegenstück im Partnerunternehmen.
B2 verb /klæʃ/

clash

Zusammenstoß
Meaning
to come into conflict or collision with something or someone.
Example
The two cars clashed in the intersection.
Die beiden Autos kollidierten an der Kreuzung.
B2 verb /kəmˈpɛl/

compel

zwingen
Meaning
To force or drive someone to do something.
Example
The law compels citizens to pay taxes.
Das Gesetz zwingt die Bürger, Steuern zu zahlen.
B2 verb /ˈkærəktəraɪz/

characterize

charakterisieren
Meaning
to describe or portray the distinctive features or qualities of someone or something
Example
The author characterizes the hero as brave and selfless.
Der Autor charakterisiert den Helden als mutig und selbstlos.
B2 noun ক্লাইম্যাটিক কন্ডিশন্স

climatic conditions

klimatische Bedingungen
Meaning
The atmospheric or weather patterns of a particular region.
Example
Specific climatic conditions are required for snowfall.
Für Schneefall sind bestimmte klimatische Bedingungen erforderlich.
B2 noun ˌkɒn.ekˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

connectivity

Konnektivität
Meaning
The state of being connected or interconnected; the capacity for the interconnection of platforms, systems, and applications.
Example
Improved connectivity boosts economic development.
Verbesserte Konnektivität fördert die wirtschaftliche Entwicklung.
B2 verb /kəmˈpoʊz/

compose

komponieren
Meaning
to create music or writing; to make up; to calm oneself
Example
She composes beautiful songs.
Sie komponiert wunderschöne Lieder.
B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsələr/

counsellor

Berater
Meaning
a person trained to give guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems; an advisor
Example
She spoke to a counsellor to get advice about her career.
Sie sprach mit einem Berater über ihre Karriere.
B2 adverb /ˈkrɪtɪkli/

critically

kritisch
Meaning
in a way that expresses disapproval or a very serious, important way
Example
He was critically injured in the accident.
Er wurde bei dem Unfall kritisch verletzt.
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.
B2 adjective /kənˈsɪd.ər.ɪt/

Considerate

rücksichtsvoll; aufmerksam
Meaning
showing careful thought about the feelings or wishes of others; thoughtful
Example
He is always considerate of others' feelings.
Er ist immer rücksichtsvoll gegenüber den Gefühlen anderer.
B2 noun /ˈtʃæpəl/

chapel

Kapelle
Meaning
A small church or a room used for Christian worship, often within a larger building.
Example
The couple got married in a small countryside chapel.
Das Paar heiratete in einer kleinen Kapelle auf dem Land.
B2 noun /ˈsɛnsəs/

census

Volkszählung
Meaning
An official count or survey of a population, typically recording various details of individuals.
Example
The government conducted a census to update demographic data.
Die Regierung führte eine Volkszählung durch, um die demografischen Daten zu aktualisieren.
B2 noun ˌkʌl.tɪˈveɪ.ʃən

cultivation

Anbau
Meaning
The practice of preparing and using land for crops or gardening; the action of improving or developing something.
Example
The cultivation of organic crops has increased worldwide.
Der Anbau von Bio-Kulturen hat weltweit zugenommen.
B2 noun /kʌlt/

cult

Kult
Meaning
a system of religious veneration and devotion directed toward a particular figure or object
Example
The cult followed their leader with great devotion.
Der Kult folgte ihrem Führer mit großer Hingabe.
B2 noun ˈkɔːrəl ˈriːfs

Coral Reefs

Korallenriffe
Meaning
Underwater structures made from calcium carbonate secreted by corals, forming diverse marine ecosystems.
Example
Saint Martin's Island is known for its coral reefs.
Die Insel Saint Martin ist für ihre Korallenriffe bekannt.
B2 noun /krɪˈeɪtə/

creator

Schöpfer
Meaning
a person who brings something into existence
Example
He is the creator of many successful startups.
Er ist der Schöpfer vieler erfolgreicher Startups.
B2 adjective, noun /ˈkɑːmənpleɪs/

commonplace

alltäglich
Meaning
ordinary or unremarkable; something that is usual or commonly found
Example
Smartphones have become commonplace in modern life.
Smartphones sind im modernen Leben alltäglich geworden.
B2 noun ˌkɒn.fɪ.den.ʃiˈæl.ɪ.ti

confidentiality

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

Cinnamon

Zimt
Meaning
aromatic spice obtained from the inner bark of several tree species
Example
Cinnamon is often used in baking and desserts.
Zimt wird oft beim Backen und in Desserts verwendet.
B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl.ər/

counselor

Berater
Meaning
a person trained to give guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems
Example
The school counselor helped the student deal with stress.
Der Schulberater half dem Schüler, mit dem Stress umzugehen.
B2 adjective /kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/

Convincing

überzeugend; glaubwürdig; überzeugend; fähig, jemanden dazu zu bringen, etwas zu glauben
Meaning
believable; credible; persuasive; able to make someone believe something
Example
His convincing argument won over the entire jury.
Sein überzeugendes Argument hat das ganze Jurymitglied gewonnen.
B2 noun /ˈkɒmpɪtəns/

competence

Kompetenz
Meaning
the ability to do something successfully or efficiently
Example
Her competence as a manager impressed the board.
Ihre Kompetenz als Managerin beeindruckte das Gremium.
B2 adjective /ˌkɒm.plɪˈmen.tər.i/

Complimentary

komplementär; lobend; kostenlos angeboten als Höflichkeit
Meaning
expressing praise or admiration; given or supplied free of charge as a courtesy
Example
The hotel offers complimentary breakfast for all guests.
Das Hotel bietet kostenloses Frühstück für alle Gäste an.
B2 noun /ˈklær.ɪ.ti/

clarity

Klarheit
Meaning
The quality of being coherent and intelligible; transparency or lucidity.
Example
The speaker's clarity made the concept easy to understand.
Die Klarheit des Sprechers machte das Konzept leicht verständlich.
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.
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.