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B2 noun /kəˈrʌp.ʃən/

Corruption

korruption
Meaning
dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power; the process of decay or decomposition
Example
The government launched a campaign to fight corruption in public offices.
Die Regierung startete eine Kampagne zur Bekämpfung der Korruption in öffentlichen Ämtern.
B2 noun /kaʊtʃ/

Couch

Couch
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 noun /slɒt/

slot

schlitz
Meaning
a narrow opening into which something fits or is placed
Example
Insert the card into the slot to open the door.
Stecken Sie die Karte in den Schlitz, um die Tür zu öffnen.
B2 adverb /ˈnoʊtəbli/

notably

bemerkenswert
Meaning
used to indicate something worthy of attention or significant
Example
She is notably talented in painting.
Sie ist bemerkenswert talentiert in der Malerei.
B2 noun /ˈrɪŋkəl/

Wrinkle

Falte
Meaning
a small line or fold in something, especially fabric or skin; a crease
Example
She noticed a few wrinkles around her eyes.
Sie bemerkte einige Falten um ihre Augen.
B2 noun /ˈɡɑːr.di.ən/

Guardian

Vormund; Wächter
Meaning
a defender, protector, or keeper; a person legally responsible for the care of someone unable to manage their own affairs
Example
After her parents died, her uncle became her legal guardian and took care of her.
Nachdem ihre Eltern gestorben waren, wurde ihr Onkel ihr gesetzlicher Vormund und kümmerte sich um sie.
B2 adjective /ɪmˈper.ə.tɪv/

imperative

imperativ
Meaning
Of vital importance; crucial; giving or expressing a command.
Example
It is imperative to address the climate crisis immediately.
Es ist imperative, die Klimakrise sofort anzugehen.
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 /rɪˈfɔːr.mər/

Reformer

reformator
Meaning
a person who works to bring about positive changes in society or institutions
Example
The social reformer dedicated her life to improving education for all children.
Der soziale Reformator widmete sein Leben der Verbesserung der Bildung für alle Kinder.
B2 noun əˈsʌmp.ʃənz

assumptions

Annahmen
Meaning
Things that are accepted as true or certain to happen, without proof.
Example
His assumptions about the project were completely wrong.
Seine Annahmen über das Projekt waren völlig falsch.
B2 noun /məˈlɛəriə/

malaria

Malaria
Meaning
a serious infectious disease spread by mosquitoes, causing fever, chills, and sweating
Example
Malaria is a common disease in tropical regions.
Malaria ist eine häufige Krankheit in tropischen Regionen.
B2 noun ɔːˈtɒnəmi

autonomy

Autonomie
Meaning
The right or condition of self-government; freedom from external control or influence.
Example
Autonomy was a primary demand.
Autonomie war eine Hauptforderung.
B2 adjective /ˈpæsɪv/

passive

passiv; (Grammatik) Passivform
Meaning
not actively responding or participating; in grammar, denoting the voice in which the subject undergoes the action
Example
Instead of taking charge, he remained passive during the meeting.
Anstatt die Kontrolle zu übernehmen, blieb er während des Treffens passiv.
B2 noun /haɪˈdreɪʃən/

hydration

Der Prozess, dem Körpergewebe eine ausreichende Menge Flüssigkeit zuzuführen.
Meaning
The process of providing an adequate amount of liquid to bodily tissues.
Example
Proper hydration is essential for maintaining body functions.
Eine ausreichende Hydratation ist entscheidend für die Aufrechterhaltung der Körperfunktionen.
B2 noun /ˈskɒlərʃɪp/

scholarship

Stipendium
Meaning
an award or grant to support a student's education
Example
She received a scholarship to study abroad.
Sie erhielt ein Stipendium, um im Ausland zu studieren.
B2 noun ˈhɛr.ɪ.tɪdʒ

heritage

erbe
Meaning
Property that is or may be inherited; something transmitted by or acquired from a predecessor; cultural traditions and practices that are passed down.
Example
Bangladesh has a rich cultural heritage.
Bangladesch hat ein reiches kulturelles Erbe.
B2 noun /pəˈzeʃ.ən/

Possession

besitz; eigentum; kontrolle
Meaning
something that belongs to someone; the state of having or owning something
Example
The house has been in their family's possession for generations.
Das Haus ist seit Generationen im Besitz ihrer Familie.
B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrtˌbreɪkɪŋ/

Heartbreaking

herzzerreißend; erschütternd; bewegend
Meaning
causing overwhelming distress; very sad or disappointing
Example
The documentary showed heartbreaking scenes of children in poverty.
Die Dokumentation zeigte herzzerreißende Szenen von Kindern in Armut.
B2 noun /ˈɪn.flu.ən.sər/

Influencer

Influencer, Person, die Produkte bewirbt
Meaning
A person with the ability to influence potential buyers of a product or service by promoting or recommending the items on social media.
Example
Social media influencers shape consumer preferences.
Social-Media-Influencer beeinflussen die Vorlieben der Verbraucher.
B2 noun /ˌæljuˈmɪniəm/

aluminium

Aluminium
Meaning
a lightweight, silvery-white metal used widely in manufacturing and packaging
Example
Aluminium is commonly used to make cans and aircraft parts.
Aluminium wird für Dosen und Flugzeuge verwendet.
B2 verb ɪnˈfɔːrsɪŋ

enforcing

durchsetzen
Meaning
To compel observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation.
Example
Enforcing strict laws is necessary to prevent violations.
Das Durchsetzen strenger Gesetze ist notwendig, um Verstöße zu verhindern.
B2 noun /dɪˌtɜː.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

determination

Entschlossenheit
Meaning
Firmness of purpose; the quality of being determined; resolve.
Example
His determination to succeed was unwavering.
Seine Entschlossenheit, Erfolg zu haben, war unerschütterlich.
B2 noun /ˈbɒtəni/

botany

Botanik
Meaning
the scientific study of plants
Example
She is studying botany at the university.
Sie studiert Botanik an der Universität.
B2 adjective /ˈvɛriənt/

Variant

Variante; alternative Version
Meaning
differing in form, details, or in some other respect; alternative
Example
There are several variant spellings of this word.
Es gibt mehrere Varianten dieses Wortes.
B2 adjective /ˈnoʊ.ɪŋ/

Knowing

Wissen; scharfsinnig; listig;
Meaning
showing awareness or understanding; perceptive; shrewd
Example
She gave him a knowing smile when he mentioned the secret.
Sie gab ihm ein wissendes Lächeln, als er das Geheimnis erwähnte.
B2 noun /ˈdʒel.i fɪʃ/

Jelly fish

Qualle
Meaning
a soft-bodied marine animal with a gelatinous umbrella-shaped body and trailing tentacles
Example
The jellyfish floated gracefully through the water with its translucent body.
Die Qualle schwebte anmutig durch das Wasser mit ihrem durchsichtigen Körper.
B2 adjective /bɪˈlʌvɪd/

beloved

geliebt
Meaning
dearly loved, highly regarded
Example
She was the beloved queen of the kingdom.
Sie war die geliebte Königin des Reiches.
B2 noun /ˈpɑːs.tʃər/

Posture

Glück
Meaning
the position in which someone holds their body; a particular attitude or approach
Example
Good posture is important for preventing back pain.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
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 /ˈfʌndˌreɪzɪŋ/

fundraising

Spendenaktion
Meaning
the process of collecting money for a cause or project
Example
The organization is organizing a fundraising event.
Die Organisation organisiert eine Spendenaktion.
B2 verb /ˈwiːkən/

Weaken

schwächen
Meaning
to make or become less strong or powerful
Example
The illness weakened his immune system significantly.
Die Krankheit schwächte sein Immunsystem erheblich.
B2 noun fəˈtiːɡ

fatigue

Erschöpfung
Meaning
Physical or mental exhaustion due to prolonged exertion or mental stress
Example
Lack of sleep leads to extreme fatigue.
Schlafmangel führt zu extremer Erschöpfung.
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 /ˈjuː.sɪdʒ/

Usage

Verwendung
Meaning
the action of using something; the way in which words are used in a language
Example
The dictionary explains the correct usage of difficult words.
Das Wörterbuch erklärt die korrekte Verwendung von schwierigen Wörtern.
B2 noun /ˈɔːɡənɪzəm/

organism

Organismus
Meaning
a living thing that has an organized structure and can grow and reproduce
Example
Every organism needs water to survive.
Jeder Organismus braucht Wasser, um zu überleben.
B2 noun /ˈfɛə(r)nɪs/

fairness

Fairness
Meaning
the quality of being free from bias, favoritism, or injustice
Example
She always strives for fairness in her decisions.
Sie strebt immer nach Fairness in ihren Entscheidungen.
B2 noun /ˈkɒmɜːs/

commerce

Handel
Meaning
the activity of buying and selling goods and services
Example
International commerce has expanded significantly in recent years.
Der internationale Handel hat in den letzten Jahren erheblich zugenommen.
B2 adjective /hɑːrʃ/

Harsh

hart; rau; grausam; streng
Meaning
unpleasantly hard or rough in texture; cruel or severe
Example
The teacher gave harsh criticism about my work.
Der Lehrer gab harte Kritik an meiner Arbeit.
B2 verb /bræɡ/

brag

prahlen
Meaning
to talk proudly about oneself or one's achievements in an annoying way
Example
He always brags about his expensive car.
Er prahlt immer mit seinem teuren Auto.
B2 noun /ˈɑːnər/

honor

Ehre
Meaning
high respect; great esteem
Example
He received an award in honor of his achievements.
Er erhielt einen Preis zu Ehren seiner Leistungen.
B2 verb /ʌnˈveɪl/

unveil

enthüllen
Meaning
to reveal or disclose something, especially in a formal manner
Example
The company will unveil a new product next week.
Das Unternehmen wird nächste Woche ein neues Produkt enthüllen.
B2 verb /ˈmɒdənaɪz/

modernize

modernisieren
Meaning
To adapt something to modern needs or styles; to update or improve.
Example
The company plans to modernize its IT infrastructure.
Das Unternehmen plant, seine IT-Infrastruktur zu modernisieren.
B2 noun /ɪnˈspɛktər/

inspector

inspektor
Meaning
An official employed to ensure regulations are obeyed or standards are met.
Example
The inspector carefully checked the restaurant's kitchen for hygiene standards.
Der Inspektor überprüfte sorgfältig die Küche des Restaurants auf Hygienestandards.
B2 noun /prɒkˈsɪmɪti/

proximity

Nähe
Meaning
Nearness in space, time, or relationship.
Example
The proximity of the school to her house made it convenient.
Die Nähe der Schule zu ihrem Haus machte es bequem.
B2 adjective /ˈstɜːrdi/

sturdy

stabil
Meaning
strongly and solidly built; not easily weakened
Example
The carpenter made a sturdy wooden table.
Der Tischler baute einen stabilen Holztisch.
B2 adjective /ˈtiːdiəs/

Tedious

langweilig; ermüdend
Meaning
tiresome because of length or dullness; boring and monotonous
Example
The lecture was so tedious that many students fell asleep.
Die Vorlesung war so langweilig, dass viele Studenten eingeschlafen sind.
B2 verb /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒɪŋ/

engaging

einbeziehen
Meaning
Participating or becoming involved in; occupying or attracting someone's interest or attention.
Example
Engaging youth in education is essential.
Es ist entscheidend, die Jugendlichen in die Bildung einzubeziehen.
B2 adjective /ˌʌnəˈfɪʃ.əl/

Unofficial

inoffiziell
Meaning
not officially authorized or confirmed; informal
Example
The unofficial results showed a close race.
Die inoffiziellen Ergebnisse zeigten ein knappes Rennen.
B2 noun /kwɪlt/

Quilt

Bettdecke
Meaning
a warm bed covering made of padding enclosed between layers of fabric
Example
Grandmother made a beautiful quilt with colorful patches for my bed.
Die Großmutter hat eine schöne Bettdecke mit bunten Patches für mein Bett gemacht.
B2 verb /fɔːrˈsiː/

foresee

voraussehen
Meaning
To be aware of beforehand; to predict or expect.
Example
She could foresee the challenges ahead.
Sie konnte die Herausforderungen vorhersagen.
B2 adjective /ˈseɪ.krɪd/

Sacred

heilig
Meaning
connected with God or a god; considered holy; worthy of religious worship
Example
The sacred temple was visited by thousands of pilgrims.
Der heilige Tempel wurde von Tausenden Pilgern besucht.
B2 noun /bɪˈtreɪəl/

Betrayal

Verrat; Treuebruch
Meaning
the action of betraying one's country, group, or person; disloyalty
Example
His betrayal of their friendship hurt her deeply.
Sein Verrat an ihrer Freundschaft verletzte sie tief.
B2 noun /beɪ/

Bay

Bucht
Meaning
a broad inlet of the sea where the land curves inward
Example
The boats are anchored in the bay.
Die Boote sind in der Bucht verankert.
B2 verb /ˈaɪ.sə.leɪt/

isolate

isolieren
Meaning
To separate something or someone from others.
Example
Doctors tried to isolate the patient to prevent the spread of infection.
Die Ärzte versuchten, den Patienten zu isolieren, um die Ausbreitung der Infektion zu verhindern.
B2 adverb /wɒtˈsəʊɛvər/

whatsoever

überhaupt nicht
Meaning
used for emphasis after a negative statement to mean 'at all'
Example
She has no interest in the matter whatsoever.
Sie hat überhaupt kein Interesse an der Angelegenheit.
B2 verb /ˈvɪʒuəlaɪz/

visualize

visualisieren
Meaning
To form a mental image of something; to imagine.
Example
She tried to visualize her success before the big presentation.
Sie versuchte, ihren Erfolg vor der großen Präsentation zu visualisieren.
B2 noun ˌel.ɪ.dʒəˈbɪl.ə.ti

eligibility

Berechtigung
Meaning
The state of having the right to do or obtain something through satisfaction of the appropriate conditions.
Example
Eligibility criteria maintain fairness.
Die Eignungskriterien gewährleisten Fairness.
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 noun /dɪˌskrɪm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Discrimination

Diskriminierung; ungerechte Behandlung; Vorurteil
Meaning
the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people; recognition of difference
Example
The company was sued for racial discrimination in their hiring practices.
Das Unternehmen wurde wegen rassistischer Diskriminierung in seinen Einstellungspraktiken verklagt.
B2 noun daɪˈvɜːsɪti

diversity

vielfalt
Meaning
The state of being diverse; variety.
Example
Biodiversity promotes ecosystem stability and resilience.
Biodiversität fördert die Stabilität und Resilienz von Ökosystemen.
B2 noun /ˈædvəkəsi/

advocacy

Fürsprache
Meaning
public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy
Example
Her advocacy for children's rights earned her international recognition.
Ihre Fürsprache für Kinderrechte verschaffte ihr internationale Anerkennung.
B2 adjective /rɪˈlʌktənt/

Reluctant

zögerlich; widerwillig; unsicher, etwas zu tun;
Meaning
unwilling; hesitant; disinclined to do something;
Example
She was reluctant to share her personal information.
Sie war zögerlich, ihre persönlichen Informationen zu teilen.
B2 verb /ɪˈveɪd/

evade

entkommen
Meaning
To escape or avoid something, especially by cleverness or trickery.
Example
He tried to evade the question by changing the subject.
Er versuchte, die Frage zu umgehen, indem er das Thema wechselte.
B2 adjective /proʊn/

Prone

geneigt
Meaning
having a tendency to; inclined; lying face down
Example
He is prone to making mistakes when he's tired.
Er ist dazu neigend, Fehler zu machen, wenn er müde ist.
B2 adjective /ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwənt/

subsequent

nachfolgend
Meaning
Coming after something in time; following in time or order.
Example
Subsequent events clarified the outcomes.
Nachfolgende Ereignisse klärten die Ergebnisse.
B2 noun /ˈdreɪ.nɪdʒ/

drainage

Entwässerung
Meaning
the system or process by which water or other liquids are drained away
Example
Poor drainage caused flooding in the neighborhood.
Schlechte Entwässerung verursachte Überschwemmungen in der Nachbarschaft.
B2 noun /əˈstɒnɪʃmənt/

astonishment

Erstaunen
Meaning
Great surprise or amazement.
Example
She looked at the magician with astonishment.
Sie schaute den Magier mit Erstaunen an.
B2 noun /ɡloʊb/

Globe

kugelförmiger Gegenstand; die Erde; ein kugelförmiges Modell der Erde
Meaning
a spherical or rounded object; the earth; a spherical model of the earth
Example
The teacher used a globe to show the students the locations of different countries.
Der Lehrer benutzte einen Globus, um den Schülern die Standorte verschiedener Länder zu zeigen.
B2 noun /ˈspəʊksmən/

spokesman

Sprecher
Meaning
a person who speaks on behalf of others, especially for a group or organization
Example
The spokesman addressed the crowd during the rally.
Der Sprecher richtete sich während der Kundgebung an die Menge.
B2 noun /ˈfeɪ.lɪŋ/

Failing

Scheitern; Fehler; Schwäche
Meaning
a weakness, especially in a person's character; a fault
Example
His only failing is that he talks too much during meetings.
Sein einziges Scheitern ist, dass er während der Besprechungen zu viel redet.
B2 noun /ˈtek.staɪl/

textile

Textil
Meaning
a type of cloth or woven fabric made by knitting or weaving fibers
Example
Bangladesh is famous for its high-quality textile industry.
Bangladesch ist berühmt für seine hochwertige Textilindustrie.
B2 adjective /wiː/

wee

sehr klein
Meaning
very small in size; tiny
Example
She gave me a wee smile before leaving.
Sie gab mir ein kleines Lächeln, bevor sie ging.
B2 verb /sɑːb/

sob

laut weinen
Meaning
to cry noisily while taking short breaths
Example
She began to sob uncontrollably after hearing the news.
Sie begann nach dem Hören der Nachricht unkontrolliert zu schluchzen.
B2 verb /dɪˈspaɪz/

despise

verachten
Meaning
to regard with contempt; to hate strongly
Example
She despises dishonesty in all its forms.
Sie verachtet Unehrlichkeit in allen Formen.
B2 verb /ˈtʃɛrɪʃ/

cherish

wertschätzen
Meaning
To hold something dear, to love and protect, or to keep a hope or memory alive.
Example
She cherishes the memories of her childhood home.
Sie wertschätzt die Erinnerungen an ihr Kinderheim.
B2 adjective /ˌkaɪnd ˈhɑːrtɪd/

kind-hearted

gütmütig
Meaning
Having a kind and generous nature; showing compassion and care for others.
Example
She is known as a kind-hearted teacher who always helps her students.
Sie ist als gütmütige Lehrerin bekannt, die immer ihren Schülern hilft.
B2 noun /ˈdeɪtəbeɪs/

database

Datenbank
Meaning
a structured collection of data stored and accessed electronically
Example
The company's customer details are stored in a secure database.
Die Kundendaten des Unternehmens werden in einer sicheren Datenbank gespeichert.
B2 adjective + noun aɪˈdiːəl ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt

ideal environment

ideale Umgebung
Meaning
Perfect or most suitable conditions for growth or development
Example
Winter creates an ideal environment for vegetable growth.
Der Winter schafft eine ideale Umgebung für das Wachstum von Gemüse.
B2 verb /rɪˈɡeɪn/

regain

wiedererlangen
Meaning
to get back something that was lost; to recover
Example
He regains his strength after the illness.
Er gewinnt seine Stärke nach der Krankheit zurück.
B2 adverb /ɪˈfɪʃəntli/

efficiently

effizient
Meaning
in a way that achieves maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense
Example
She managed to complete the task efficiently within the deadline.
Sie konnte die Aufgabe effizient innerhalb der Frist erledigen.
B2 noun /dʒɔɪnt/

Joint

Gelenk; gemeinsam
Meaning
a point at which parts of the body are connected; shared by two or more people
Example
The joint effort of the team led to the project's success.
Der gemeinsame Einsatz des Teams führte zum Erfolg des Projekts.
B2 adjective /ˌprɒb.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Problematic

problematisch; verursachend Probleme
Meaning
causing problems; troublesome; difficult to deal with
Example
The new policy changes are problematic and need to be reviewed.
Die neuen politischen Änderungen sind problematisch und müssen überprüft werden.
B2 verb /ˈvaɪəleɪt/

violate

verstoßen
Meaning
to break or go against a rule or law; to disrespect
Example
Parking here violates the city regulations.
Hier parken verstößt gegen die Stadtvorschriften.
B2 adjective ɪkˈsɛsɪv

excessive

exzessiv
Meaning
More than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate.
Example
Excessive population growth leads to resource depletion.
Exzessives Bevölkerungswachstum führt zu Ressourcenerschöpfung.
B2 noun /ˈsteɪdiəm/

stadium

Stadion
Meaning
a large structure with seating for sports, concerts, or other events
Example
Thousands of fans filled the stadium to watch the final match.
Tausende von Fans füllten das Stadion, um das Endspiel zu sehen.
B2 noun /ˈsɛm.iˌsɜːr.kəl/

semicircle

Halbkreis
Meaning
Half of a circle or something shaped like half of a circle.
Example
The students sat in a semicircle around the teacher.
Die Schüler saßen in einem Halbkreis um den Lehrer.
B2 verb /ˈroʊ.teɪt/

rotate

drehen
Meaning
to turn around a central point or axis
Example
The Earth rotates on its axis once every 24 hours.
Die Erde dreht sich alle 24 Stunden um ihre Achse.
B2 noun /ˈeɪkər/

acre

Acre
Meaning
a unit of land area equal to 4,840 square yards (about 4,047 square meters)
Example
The farmer owns five acres of fertile land.
Der Bauer besitzt fünf Acres fruchtbares Land.
B2 noun /rɪˈmeɪnz/

remains

reste
Meaning
the parts, pieces, or substances that are left after the rest has been used or removed
Example
The remains of the meal were left on the table.
Die Reste des Essens wurden auf dem Tisch gelassen.
B2 adjective æmˈbɪɡ.ju.əs

ambiguous

mehrdeutig
Meaning
Having more than one possible meaning; unclear or vague.
Example
His statement was too ambiguous to understand.
Seine Aussage war zu mehrdeutig, um sie zu verstehen.
B2 noun /pʌŋk/

punk

Punk
Meaning
a type of popular music, or the culture associated with it, characterized by loud, fast rhythms and rebellious attitudes
Example
He’s always been into punk music and fashion.
Er ist immer in Punk-Musik und Mode interessiert gewesen.
B2 noun ˈəʊnəʃɪp

ownership

Eigentum
Meaning
The act, state, or right of possessing something; legal title to something.
Example
Ownership of resources was crucial.
Das Eigentum an Ressourcen war entscheidend.
B2 verb /ɪˈvoʊk/

evoke

erwecken
Meaning
to bring a feeling, memory, or image into the mind
Example
The old song evoked memories of her childhood.
Das alte Lied erweckte Erinnerungen an ihre Kindheit.
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 verb /ˈverɪfaɪ/

verify

überprüfen
Meaning
to check if something is true or correct; to confirm
Example
Please verify your email address before proceeding.
Bitte überprüfen Sie Ihre E-Mail-Adresse, bevor Sie fortfahren.
B2 noun /kənˈdʒʌŋkʃən/

conjunction

Konjunktion
Meaning
a word used to connect clauses or sentences, or to coordinate words
Example
The words 'and' and 'but' are common conjunctions.
Die Wörter 'und' und 'aber' sind häufige Konjunktionen.
B2 noun /ɪˈrʌp.ʃən/

Eruption

vulkanische Eruption
Meaning
a sudden violent occurrence or outburst; volcanic explosion
Example
The volcanic eruption forced thousands of people to evacuate the area.
Der vulkanische Ausbruch zwang Tausende von Menschen, das Gebiet zu evakuieren.
B2 noun /səˈlɪsɪtər/

solicitor

Rechtsanwalt
Meaning
A type of lawyer who gives legal advice and prepares legal documents, often representing clients in lower courts.
Example
She consulted a solicitor before signing the contract.
Sie konsultierte einen Rechtsanwalt, bevor sie den Vertrag unterzeichnete.
B2 noun /ˈɑːrm.pɪt/

Armpit

Achsel
Meaning
the hollow area under the arm where it joins the shoulder
Example
He applied deodorant to his armpit.
Er trug Deo auf seine Achsel auf.
B2 noun/verb /dɪˈspjuːt/

dispute

Streit, Auseinandersetzung
Meaning
a disagreement or argument about something important
Example
The two countries are in dispute over the border issue.
Die beiden Länder sind im Streit über das Grenzthema.
B2 noun /ˈnuː.səns/

Nuisance

Belästigung; Störung;
Meaning
a person, thing, or circumstance causing inconvenience or annoyance
Example
The constant noise from construction is a real nuisance.
Der konstante Lärm von der Baustelle ist eine echte Belästigung.
B2 noun /brɪŋk/

brink

Rand
Meaning
The edge or point just before a significant event or change.
Example
The company was on the brink of bankruptcy.
Das Unternehmen war am Rande der Insolvenz.
B2 adjective /ˌɔːɡənaɪˈzeɪʃənəl/

organizational

organisatorisch
Meaning
relating to the structure or arrangement of a company or group
Example
He works on improving the organizational structure of the company.
Er arbeitet daran, die organisatorische Struktur des Unternehmens zu verbessern.
B2 adjective /slɪk/

slick

glatt
Meaning
Smooth, clever, or efficient, often in a way that seems superficial.
Example
He gave a slick presentation to impress the investors.
Er hielt eine glatte Präsentation, um die Investoren zu beeindrucken.
B2 adverb /ˈfeɪθ.fəl.i/

Faithfully

treu
Meaning
in a loyal and steadfast manner; with dedication
Example
She faithfully attended every meeting despite her busy schedule.
Sie nahm treu an allen Sitzungen teil, trotz ihres vollen Zeitplans.
B2 adjective ˈwaɪdspred

widespread

weit verbreitet
Meaning
Found or distributed over a large area or number of people.
Example
The effects of climate change are widespread across the globe.
Die Auswirkungen des Klimawandels sind weltweit weit verbreitet.
B2 verb /ˈstrɛŋkθən/

strengthen

verstärken
Meaning
To make or become stronger.
Example
Communication can strengthen bonds between people.
Kommunikation kann die Bindungen zwischen Menschen stärken.
B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌbreɪk/

outbreak

Ausbruch
Meaning
a sudden start or occurrence of something unpleasant, like disease or violence
Example
There was an outbreak of flu in the city.
Es gab einen Ausbruch von Grippe in der Stadt.
B2 noun; verb /ˈlaɪnʌp/

line-up

Aufstellung; in einer Reihe aufstellen
Meaning
a group or arrangement of people or things in a line; to arrange people or things in a row or planned order
Example
The coach announced the team line-up before the match.
Der Trainer gab die Aufstellung vor dem Spiel bekannt.
B2 noun /məˈkænɪks/

mechanics

Mechanik
Meaning
the branch of physics concerned with the motion of objects and the forces acting on them; also refers to the practical details of how something works
Example
He studied the mechanics of the machine before fixing it.
Er studierte die Mechanik der Maschine, bevor er sie reparierte.
B2 noun /aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

identification

Identifikation
Meaning
the process of recognizing or proving who or what someone or something is
Example
You need proper identification to enter the building.
Du brauchst eine ordnungsgemäße Identifikation, um das Gebäude zu betreten.
B2 verb /əˈplɔːd/

applaud

applaudieren
Meaning
to show approval by clapping or expressing admiration
Example
The audience applauded the performance.
Das Publikum applaudierte der Aufführung.
B2 adjective /dʒaɪˈɡæntɪk/

gigantic

gigantisch
Meaning
Extremely large or huge in size, power, or extent.
Example
The company made a gigantic investment in technology.
Das Unternehmen tätigte eine gigantische Investition in Technologie.
B2 verb /ˈmæk.sɪ.maɪz/

maximize

maximieren
Meaning
to increase something as much as possible
Example
The company aims to maximize its profits this year.
Das Unternehmen hat das Ziel, seine Gewinne in diesem Jahr zu maximieren.
B2 adjective /steɪl/

Stale

stich; alt; nicht mehr frisch
Meaning
no longer fresh; lacking originality or novelty
Example
The bread became stale after sitting out for three days.
Das Brot wurde nach drei Tagen an der Luft alt.
B2 noun /ˈdef.ə.sɪt/

Deficit

defizit; mangel
Meaning
the amount by which something is too small; a shortfall or lack
Example
The government faced a budget deficit of millions due to increased spending.
Die Regierung hatte aufgrund der gestiegenen Ausgaben ein Haushaltsdefizit in Millionenhöhe.
B2 adjective /ɪkˈstɜːr.nəl/

External

extern
Meaning
coming from or relating to the outside; not belonging to or originating from within
Example
The company hired external consultants to review their business strategy.
Das Unternehmen stellte externe Berater ein, um ihre Geschäftsstrategie zu überprüfen.
B2 noun /ˈsɛnət/

senate

senat
Meaning
a legislative or governing body, typically the upper chamber in a bicameral legislature
Example
The senate voted in favor of the new healthcare bill.
Der Senat stimmte für das neue Gesundheitsgesetz.
B2 noun ˈprɒs.pekt

prospect

Aussicht
Meaning
The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.
Example
The project's success holds great prospect for the economy.
Der Erfolg des Projekts bietet eine große Aussicht für die Wirtschaft.
B2 noun /daɪˈnæmɪks/

dynamics

Dynamik
Meaning
the forces or properties that stimulate growth, development, or change within a system or process
Example
The dynamics of the team changed after the new manager joined.
Die Dynamik des Teams änderte sich, nachdem der neue Manager beigetreten war.
B2 adjective /ˈvɪv.ɪd/

Vivid

lebendig; hell; klar;
Meaning
producing powerful feelings or strong, clear images in the mind; bright and intense
Example
She has vivid memories of her childhood in the countryside.
Sie hat lebendige Erinnerungen an ihre Kindheit auf dem Land.