B2 noun /kənˈvɪk.ʃən/

conviction

Überzeugung

Meaning

A firmly held belief or opinion.

Example

She spoke with conviction, making everyone believe her.

Sie sprach mit Überzeugung, sodass jeder ihr glaubte.

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsɪlər/

councilor

Ratsmitglied

Meaning

an elected member of a council, especially a local government body

Example

The councilor held a public meeting to discuss local issues.

Das Ratsmitglied veranstaltete eine öffentliche Sitzung, um lokale Themen zu besprechen.

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 noun ˈkɔːʃən

caution

Vorsicht

Meaning

Care taken to avoid danger or mistakes; a warning or piece of advice.

Example

Researchers issued a caution regarding unsustainable fishing.

Forscher gaben eine Warnung bezüglich des nicht nachhaltigen Fischens heraus.

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 /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 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 /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 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 /ˈʃeɪndʒ ˈmænɪdʒmənt/

change management

Change Management

Meaning

The discipline that guides how we prepare, equip and support individuals, teams and organizations in making organizational change.

Example

Change management ensures smooth transitions.

Change Management sorgt für reibungslose Übergänge.

B2 verb /kəˈmɛnd/

commend

loben

Meaning

to praise formally or officially

Example

The teacher commended the students for their hard work.

Der Lehrer lobte die Schüler für ihre harte Arbeit.

B2 noun /kəˈmændər/

Commander

Kommandant

Meaning

a person in authority over a military unit; leader of armed forces

Example

The commander ordered his troops to advance.

Der Kommandant befahl seinen Truppen, vorzurücken.

B2 adjective /kəmˈpɛlɪŋ/

compelling

fesselnd

Meaning

Evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerful way.

Example

She gave a compelling speech about climate change.

Sie hielt eine fesselnde Rede über den Klimawandel.

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 adjective /ˈtʃaɪld.laɪk/

Childlike

kindlich; unschuldig und vertrauend; rein und einfach

Meaning

innocent and trusting like a child; having the good qualities of a child; pure and simple

Example

She maintained a childlike wonder about the world around her.

Sie behielt ein kindliches Staunen über die Welt um sie herum.

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 adjective /ˈkræŋki/

cranky

mürrisch

Meaning

bad-tempered, easily annoyed, or irritable

Example

The child gets cranky when he is hungry.

Das Kind wird mürrisch, wenn es Hunger hat.

B2 adjective /ˌkɒn.fɪˈden.ʃəl/

Confidential

vertraulich; privat; dazu bestimmt, geheim gehalten zu werden

Meaning

secret; private; intended to be kept secret

Example

Please keep this information confidential.

Bitte halten Sie diese Informationen vertraulich.

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 /ˌkɔːrpəˈreɪʃən/

corporation

Korporation

Meaning

A large company or group of companies that is legally recognized as a single entity.

Example

The corporation invested heavily in renewable energy projects.

Die Korporation investierte stark in erneuerbare Energieprojekte.

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 /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 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 verb /ˈkʌltɪveɪt/

cultivate

kultivieren

Meaning

to grow crops or plants; to develop or improve something

Example

Farmers cultivate rice in the paddy fields.

Landwirte kultivieren Reis auf den Reisfeldern.

B2 noun /ˌkɑːrboʊˈhaɪdreɪt/

carbohydrate

Kohlenhydrat

Meaning

a nutrient that provides energy, found in foods like rice, bread, and sugar

Example

Rice and potatoes are rich in carbohydrates.

Reis und Kartoffeln sind reich an Kohlenhydraten.

B2 verb /siːs/

cease

aufhören

Meaning

to bring or come to an end; to stop doing something

Example

The noise ceased as soon as the children went inside.

Der Lärm hörte auf, sobald die Kinder hineingingen.

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 noun /ˌkrɛd.ɪˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

credibility

Glaubwürdigkeit

Meaning

The quality of being trusted and believed in; trustworthiness.

Example

His credibility as a leader remains unquestioned.

Seine Glaubwürdigkeit als Führer bleibt unbestreitbar.

B2 noun /ˈkɒmjʊnɪst/

communist

Kommunist

Meaning

a person who supports or believes in the principles of communism

Example

The communist ideology aims for a classless society.

Die kommunistische Ideologie strebt nach einer klassenlosen Gesellschaft.

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 verb /ˈkaʊnsəl/

counsel

beraten

Meaning

to give professional advice or guidance to someone

Example

The teacher counseled the students on their career choices.

Der Lehrer beriet die Schüler über ihre Karrieremöglichkeiten.

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 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 /ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/

cynical

zynisch

Meaning

Believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.

Example

She was cynical about the politician's promises.

Sie war zynisch gegenüber den Versprechungen des Politikers.

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 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 noun /kənˈfɛkʃəneri/

confectionery

Süßwaren

Meaning

sweets, candies, and other food items made with sugar

Example

The shop sells a wide variety of confectionery.

Der Laden verkauft eine große Auswahl an Süßwaren.

B2 noun /ˈkʌs.tə.mər rɪˈten.ʃən/

Customer Retention

Kundenbindung

Meaning

The ability of a company or product to retain its customers over some specified period.

Example

High customer retention increases business sustainability.

Hohe Kundenbindung erhöht die Nachhaltigkeit des Geschäfts.

B2 noun /ˈklaɪ.mæks/

Climax

Höhepunkt

Meaning

the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; the highest or most intense point in a process

Example

The movie reached its climax during the final battle scene.

Der Film erreichte seinen Höhepunkt während der letzten Kampfszene.

B2 noun ˌkætəˈstrɒfɪk ɪˈvents

catastrophic events

katastrophale Ereignisse

Meaning

Extremely destructive or damaging events that cause widespread devastation.

Example

Cyclones are catastrophic events in Bangladesh.

Zyklone sind katastrophale Ereignisse in Bangladesch.

B2 verb /ˌkɒn.trəˈdɪkt/

contradict

widersprechen

Meaning

to say or show the opposite of something that has been said or believed

Example

His actions contradict his words.

Seine Handlungen widersprechen seinen Worten.

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; verb /ˈkætəlɒɡ/

catalogue

Katalog

Meaning

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

Example

The library decided to catalogue all new books digitally.

Die Bibliothek beschloss, alle neuen Bücher digital zu katalogisieren.

B2 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 noun /ˈkæʃuː nʌts/

Cashew nuts

Cashewnüsse

Meaning

kidney-shaped nuts from the cashew tree, commonly eaten as snacks or used in cooking

Example

Cashew nuts are often used in Indian sweets and curries.

Cashewnüsse werden oft in indischen Süßigkeiten und Currys verwendet.

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 kəˈmɒd.ə.ti

commodity

Ware

Meaning

A raw material or primary agricultural product that can be bought and sold.

Example

Oil is a valuable commodity in the global market.

Öl ist eine wertvolle Ware auf dem globalen Markt.

B2 verb /ˈsɜːrkjəˌleɪt/

circulate

zirkulieren, bewegen

Meaning

to move continuously or freely through a closed system or area

Example

Air circulated freely in the open hall.

Die Luft zirkulierte frei im offenen Raum.

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 /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 /kɒk/

Cock

Hahn

Meaning

an adult male chicken

Example

The cock crowed loudly at dawn to wake everyone up.

Der Hahn krähte laut bei Tagesanbruch, um alle zu wecken.

B2 adjective /ˈtʃuː.zi/

Choosey/Choosy

wählerisch; sehr selektiv; besonders in Bezug auf das, was einem gefällt oder akzeptiert wird

Meaning

very careful in choosing; selective; particular about what one likes or accepts

Example

He's very choosy about the restaurants where he eats.

Er ist sehr wählerisch bei den Restaurants, in denen er isst.

B2 verb /krʌʃ/

crush

etwas so stark drücken oder zerdrücken, dass es beschädigt oder zerstört wird

Meaning

to press or squeeze something so hard that it is damaged or destroyed

Example

He accidentally crushed the paper cup in his hand.

Er hat versehentlich den Papierbecher in seiner Hand zerdrückt.

B2 adjective ˌkɒntrəˈdɪktəri

contradictory

widersprüchlich

Meaning

Mutually opposed or inconsistent; containing elements that oppose each other.

Example

Their views on education are contradictory.

Ihre Ansichten zur Bildung sind widersprüchlich.

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 adjective /kəmˈpæʃənət/

Compassionate

mitfühlend; barmherzig

Meaning

feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others who are suffering

Example

The compassionate nurse took extra time to comfort the worried patients.

Die mitfühlende Krankenschwester nahm sich zusätzliche Zeit, um die besorgten Patienten 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 ˈkæp.ɪ.təl.ɪ.zəm

capitalism

Kapitalismus

Meaning

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

Example

Capitalism encourages innovation and competition.

Der Kapitalismus fördert Innovation und Wettbewerb.

B2 noun /ˈklʌstər/

cluster

Traube

Meaning

a group of similar things or people positioned close together

Example

The grapes grew in a tight cluster.

Die Trauben wuchsen in einem dichten Trauben.

B2 noun /koʊl/

coal

Kohle

Meaning

a black or dark brown rock used as fuel, formed from decomposed plant matter

Example

The factory still uses coal as its main source of energy.

Die Fabrik verwendet immer noch Kohle als ihre Hauptquelle für Energie.

B2 noun /kɒt/

Cot

Babybett

Meaning

a small bed, especially a portable one or one for a baby

Example

The baby sleeps peacefully in her cot.

Das Baby schläft friedlich in seinem Babybett.

B2 noun /ˈkaʊ.ərd/

Coward

Feigling

Meaning

a person who lacks the courage to do or endure dangerous or unpleasant things

Example

He called himself a coward for not standing up to the bully.

Er nannte sich selbst einen Feigling, weil er sich dem Mob nicht gestellt hat.

B2 adjective ˌkɒn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən.əl

constitutional

verfassungsmäßig

Meaning

Relating to an established set of principles governing a state; in accordance with a political constitution.

Example

Constitutional reforms ensure fairness in the system.

Verfassungsrechtliche Reformen gewährleisten Fairness im System.

B2 noun /tʃʌŋk/

chunk

Stück / Brocken

Meaning

a thick or solid piece of something

Example

She cut the cake into large chunks.

Sie schnitt den Kuchen in große Stücke.

B2 adverb /ˈtʃiːfli/

chiefly

hauptsächlich

Meaning

mainly; primarily

Example

The festival is celebrated chiefly by young people.

Das Festival wird hauptsächlich von jungen Leuten gefeiert.

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 adjective /ˈkælkjuleɪtɪd/

calculated

berechnet

Meaning

Done with full awareness of the consequences; deliberate or carefully planned.

Example

Her calculated move gave her an advantage over her competitors.

Ihr berechneter Zug verschaffte ihr einen Vorteil gegenüber ihren Mitbewerbern.

B2 verb /kənˈfes/

confess

zugeben

Meaning

to admit guilt or wrongdoing; to acknowledge

Example

He confessed his mistake to his teacher.

Er gab seinen Fehler seinem Lehrer zu.

B2 adverb /ˈklɒkwaɪz/

Clockwise

im Uhrzeigersinn

Meaning

in the direction that clock hands move; in a circular direction from left to right

Example

Turn the valve clockwise to tighten it.

Drehen Sie das Ventil im Uhrzeigersinn, um es festzuziehen.

B2 noun /kɜːrd/

Curd

Joghurt

Meaning

a white dairy product made by coagulating milk; yogurt

Example

She added fresh curd to the salad for a tangy flavor.

Sie gab frischen Joghurt zum Salat hinzu, um ihm einen säuerlichen Geschmack zu verleihen.

B2 noun/verb /kjuː/

cue

Signal

Meaning

A signal or prompt for action; to give a signal.

Example

The actor waited for his cue before entering the stage.

Der Schauspieler wartete auf sein Signal, bevor er die Bühne betrat.

B2 verb /kənˈfrʌnt/

confront

konfrontieren

Meaning

to face someone or something directly, especially in a challenge or conflict

Example

She had to confront her fears before making the speech.

Sie musste sich ihren Ängsten stellen, bevor sie die Rede hielt.

B2 adjective ˌkɒm.prɪˈhen.sɪv

comprehensive

umfassend

Meaning

Including or dealing with all or nearly all elements or aspects of something; complete and thorough.

Example

A comprehensive study enhances understanding.

Eine umfassende Studie fördert das Verständnis.

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 verb /saɪt/

cite

zitieren

Meaning

to quote; to mention as an example or proof

Example

The lawyer cites relevant case law.

Der Anwalt zitiert relevante Rechtsprechung.

B2 noun /ˈkæbɪnət/

Cabinet

Schrank

Meaning

a piece of furniture with doors and shelves used for storage

Example

The kitchen cabinet is full of dishes and utensils.

Der Küchenschrank ist voll mit Tellern und Utensilien.

B2 noun /ˌkɒn.tɪˈnjuː.ɪ.ti/

continuity

Kontinuität

Meaning

the state of being continuous or connected; consistency over time

Example

Maintaining continuity in leadership is essential for organizational stability.

Die Aufrechterhaltung der Kontinuität in der Führung ist entscheidend für die organisatorische Stabilität.

B2 noun /ˌkɑm.pənˈseɪ.ʃən/

Compensation

Entschädigung; Vergütung

Meaning

something given or received as an equivalent for services, debt, loss, injury, or suffering; payment or reward

Example

The company provided financial compensation to the workers injured in the accident.

Das Unternehmen leistete den im Unfall verletzten Arbeitern finanzielle Entschädigung.

B2 adjective ˌkæt.əˈstrɑː.fɪk

catastrophic

katastrophal, verheerend

Meaning

Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering.

Example

Climate change has catastrophic consequences.

Der Klimawandel hat katastrophale Folgen.

B2 noun /ˈklɒzɪt/

closet

Schrank

Meaning

a small room or enclosed space used for storing clothes or other things

Example

She keeps her winter coats in the closet near the door.

Sie bewahrt ihre Wintermäntel im Schrank neben der Tür auf.

B2 noun /ˈkæʃ.uː nʌt/

Cashew Nut

Cashewnuss

Meaning

a kidney-shaped nut with a creamy texture and mild flavor

Example

Cashew nuts are often used in cooking and as a healthy snack.

Cashewnüsse werden oft in der Küche und als gesunder Snack verwendet.

B2 noun /kənˈspɪrəsi/

conspiracy

Verschwörung

Meaning

A secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful.

Example

The police uncovered a conspiracy to overthrow the government.

Die Polizei deckte eine Verschwörung auf, um die Regierung zu stürzen.

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 /kəˈmɛns/

commence

beginnen

Meaning

to begin or start something

Example

The ceremony will commence at noon.

Die Zeremonie wird um Mittag beginnen.

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 adjective /ˈtʃiːzi/

cheesy

billig/übermäßig sentimental

Meaning

tacky, overly sentimental, or cheap in quality

Example

The movie was funny but a bit too cheesy.

Der Film war lustig, aber ein bisschen zu kitschig.

B2 verb /kənˈtæmɪneɪt/

contaminate

kontaminieren

Meaning

To make something impure, dirty, or harmful by contact with a poisonous or polluting substance.

Example

The river was contaminated by industrial waste.

Der Fluss wurde durch industrielle Abfälle kontaminiert.

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 /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 noun /kʌb/

Cub

junger Bär

Meaning

a young bear, lion, tiger, or other large carnivorous mammal

Example

The bear cub stayed close to its mother for protection.

Das Bärenjunges blieb zum Schutz bei seiner Mutter.

B2 noun /ˈkʌt.lət/

Cutlet

Kotelett

Meaning

a small piece of meat, especially veal or lamb, for frying or grilling

Example

She served delicious chicken cutlets for dinner.

Sie servierte köstliche Hähnchen-Koteletts zum Abendessen.

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 noun /kæf/

Calf

Kalb

Meaning

a young cow or bull; young of various large mammals

Example

The calf stayed close to its mother.

Das Kalb blieb in der Nähe seiner Mutter.

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 /kraɪˈtɪəriən/

criterion

Kriterium

Meaning

A standard or rule used to make a judgment or decision.

Example

Honesty is an important criterion for this job.

Ehrlichkeit ist ein wichtiges Kriterium für diesen Job.

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 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 /ˈkeɪ.ɒs/

Chaos

chaos; totale unordnung; verwirrung

Meaning

complete disorder and confusion; a state of total confusion with no order

Example

The earthquake caused chaos in the city as buildings collapsed and people panicked.

Das erdbeben verursachte chaos in der stadt, als gebäude einstürzten und die menschen in panik gerieten.

B2 verb /klɪŋ/

cling

Glück

Meaning

to hold on tightly to someone or something

Example

The child clung to his mother in fear.

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

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 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.

Meaning

a long upholstered seat for more than one person, typically with a back and arms

Example

The family gathered on the couch to watch a movie.

Die Familie versammelte sich auf dem Sofa, um einen Film zu sehen.

B2 adjective /ˈkeər.friː/

Carefree

sorgenfrei; unbeschwert;

Meaning

free from anxiety or responsibility; lighthearted; worry-free

Example

She lived a carefree life, traveling the world without any worries.

Sie lebte ein sorgenfreies Leben, reiste ohne Sorgen um die Welt.

B2 verb /kənˈfɜːr/

confer

beraten / verleihen

Meaning

to discuss something important or to grant or bestow something

Example

The committee will confer to decide on the new policy.

Das Komitee wird sich beraten, um die neue Politik zu entscheiden.

B2 noun /ˈkɒmpoʊst/

compost

kompost

Meaning

decayed organic matter used as fertilizer

Example

The gardener added compost to enrich the soil.

Der Gärtner fügte Kompost hinzu, um den Boden zu bereichern.

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 noun /ˌkɒrəˈleɪʃən/

correlation

Korrelation

Meaning

a mutual relationship or connection between two or more things

Example

Researchers found a strong correlation between diet and heart disease.

Forscher fanden eine starke Korrelation zwischen Ernährung und Herzkrankheiten.

B2 noun /kəˈtæstrəfi/

catastrophe

Katastrophe

Meaning

A sudden and widespread disaster or misfortune.

Example

The earthquake was a catastrophe for the entire region.

Das Erdbeben war eine Katastrophe für die gesamte Region.

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 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 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 noun /ˈkæp.tɪv/

Captive

gefangen

Meaning

a person who has been taken prisoner or an animal that has been confined

Example

The captive was held in a small cell for several months.

Der Gefangene wurde mehrere Monate in einer kleinen Zelle gehalten.

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.