B2 adjective /ˌkɒst.ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/

cost-efficient

kostengünstig

Meaning

Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.

Example

Cost-efficient solutions benefit industries.

Kostengünstige Lösungen profitieren der Industrie.

C2 verb /əˈbɛt/

abet

ein Verbrechen anstiften

Meaning

to encourage or assist someone to commit a crime or wrongdoing

Example

He was accused of abetting the criminals in their escape.

Er wurde beschuldigt, den Kriminellen bei ihrer Flucht zu geholfen.

C1 adjective ɪˈθɪə.ri.əl

ethereal

himmlisch, zart, übernatürlich

Meaning

Extremely delicate and light in a way that seems too perfect for this world.

Example

Her voice had an ethereal quality.

Ihre Stimme hatte eine ätherische Qualität.

C1 noun /ˈdɒɡmə/

dogma

Dogma

Meaning

A principle or set of principles laid down by an authority as incontrovertibly true.

Example

The religious leader strictly adhered to traditional dogma.

Der religiöse Führer hielt sich streng an das traditionelle Dogma.

C2 adjective /ɪnˈklɛmɛnt/

inclement

unbeständiges Wetter

Meaning

unpleasantly cold, wet, or stormy (usually weather)

Example

The match was canceled due to inclement weather.

Das Spiel wurde wegen des schlechten Wetters abgesagt.

C1 noun /ˈjuːlədʒi/

eulogy

Lobrede

Meaning

A speech or piece of writing that praises someone, especially after their death.

Example

Her brother delivered a heartfelt eulogy at the funeral.

Ihr Bruder hielt eine bewegende Lobrede bei der Beerdigung.

C1 verb ˈɛk.spɪ.daɪt

expedite

beschleunigen

Meaning

Make an action or process happen sooner or be accomplished more quickly.

Example

The government took steps to expedite the approval process.

Die Regierung ergriff Maßnahmen, um den Genehmigungsprozess zu beschleunigen.

A1 noun /ˈvɪdiəʊ/

video

Video

Meaning

a recording of moving visual images made digitally or on film

Example

She watched the video of her favorite concert online.

Sie sah sich das Video ihres Lieblingskonzerts online an.

C2 verb /θrɛʃ/

thresh

dreschen

Meaning

to separate grain from the plant by beating or by using a machine

Example

Farmers used machines to thresh the wheat after harvest.

Die Bauern benutzten Maschinen, um den Weizen nach der Ernte zu dreschen.

C1 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈrɔt/

overwrought

aufgeregt / übermäßig nervös

Meaning

extremely agitated or nervous; excessively elaborate

Example

She was too overwrought to speak clearly after the accident.

Sie war nach dem Unfall zu aufgeregt, um klar zu sprechen.

C2 adjective /prɪˈskrɪptɪbəl/

prescriptible

vorschreibbar

Meaning

Capable of being prescribed or laid down as a rule or directive.

Example

Certain regulations are prescriptible under the law.

Bestimmte Vorschriften sind nach dem Gesetz vorschreibbar.

C2 noun /ˈlɔːndrəs/

laundress

Wäscherin

Meaning

A woman whose job is washing clothes and linens.

Example

The laundress delivered the freshly cleaned clothes to the household.

Die Wäscherin lieferte die frisch gewaschene Kleidung im Haushalt ab.

C2 noun /ˌjuːzɜːrˈpeɪʃən/

usurpation

Usurpation

Meaning

The act of taking someone's power or property illegally or by force.

Example

The general's usurpation of the presidency led to political unrest.

Die Usurpation des Präsidentenamtes durch den General führte zu politischen Unruhen.

A2 noun /ˈket.əl/

Kettle

Wasserkocher

Meaning

a container used for boiling water, typically with a lid, spout, and handle

Example

The electric kettle whistled when the water reached boiling point.

Der elektrische Wasserkocher pfiff, als das Wasser den Siedepunkt erreichte.

B2 noun /ˈpɒlən/

pollen

Pollen

Meaning

fine powder produced by flowers, used in fertilization

Example

Bees collect pollen from flowers to make honey.

Bienen sammeln Pollen von Blumen, um Honig zu machen.

C2 noun /ˈɪɡ.nəˌmɪn.i/

ignominy

Ignominie

Meaning

Public shame, disgrace, or dishonor.

Example

He lived the rest of his life in ignominy after the scandal.

Er lebte den Rest seines Lebens in Ignominie nach dem Skandal.

A2 noun ˈsɜːvɪsɪz

services

Dienstleistungen

Meaning

The action of helping or doing work for someone.

Example

Services in the healthcare industry are essential for well-being.

Dienstleistungen im Gesundheitswesen sind für das Wohlbefinden unerlässlich.

A2 noun /steɪdʒ/

stage

Bühne

Meaning

a raised platform or area for performances or presentations

Example

The actor stepped onto the stage to deliver his speech.

Der Schauspieler trat auf die Bühne, um seine Rede zu halten.

C2 verb /ˈɪmprɛɡneɪt/

impregnate

durchtränken / schwängern

Meaning

To make pregnant; to fill or saturate with something.

Example

The scientist used a method to impregnate the material with resin.

Der Wissenschaftler verwendete eine Methode, um das Material mit Harz zu imprägnieren.

C1 adjective fæsˈtɪd.i.əs

fastidious

pedantisch

Meaning

Very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail.

Example

She is fastidious about maintaining cleanliness.

Sie ist pedantisch, was die Sauberkeit betrifft.

B1 adjective ˈliː.ɡəl

legal

Meaning

Permitted by law; relating to the law.

Example

Legal systems ensure justice.

Rechtssysteme sichern Gerechtigkeit.

B2 verb /skwɒʃ/

squash

zerquetschen

Meaning

to crush or squeeze something with force so that it becomes flat or broken

Example

She accidentally squashed the bug with her shoe.

Sie hat das Insekt versehentlich mit ihrem Schuh zerquetscht.

B2 noun /ˈblæk.smɪθ/

Blacksmith

Schmied

Meaning

a person who makes and repairs things made of iron

Example

The blacksmith hammered the hot iron into a horseshoe.

Der Schmied hämmerte das heiße Eisen zu einem Hufeisen.

C1 adjective /ˈɡleɪʃəl/

glacial

mit Eis oder Gletschern verbunden

Meaning

relating to ice or glaciers; extremely cold or unfriendly

Example

The mountains were covered in glacial ice.

Die Berge waren mit Gletschereis bedeckt.

C2 noun /naɪˈdʒel.ə/

Nigella

schwarzkümmel

Meaning

small black seeds with a nutty, slightly bitter flavor, also known as black cumin or black seed

Example

Sprinkle nigella seeds on top of the bread before baking.

Streue Schwarzkümmelsamen auf das Brot, bevor du es backst.

B2 noun /ˈbɒdiɡɑːrd/

bodyguard

Bodyguard

Meaning

a person employed to protect someone from harm

Example

The celebrity arrived with her bodyguard.

Die Berühmtheit kam mit ihrem Bodyguard.

C1 noun /ˈdʒɑːr.ɡən/

jargon

Fachsprache

Meaning

Specialized or technical language used by a particular group or profession.

Example

The lawyer’s explanation was full of legal jargon.

Die Erklärung des Anwalts war voller juristischem Fachjargon.

B2 noun /speɪd/

Spade

Schaufel

Meaning

a tool with a flat blade for digging; a playing card suit

Example

The gardener used a spade to dig holes for planting flowers.

Der Gärtner benutzte eine Schaufel, um Löcher zum Pflanzen von Blumen zu graben.

A2 noun ˈmem.bərz

members

Mitglieder

Meaning

A person, animal, or plant belonging to a particular group; an individual belonging to a group such as a society or team.

Example

Members collaborate to finalize recruitment decisions.

Mitglieder arbeiten zusammen, um die Rekrutierungsentscheidungen abzuschließen.

C1 adjective/verb /ˈsiːzənd/

seasoned

erfahren / gewürzt

Meaning

Experienced in a particular activity; also, flavored with spices.

Example

She is a seasoned teacher with over 20 years of experience.

Sie ist eine erfahrene Lehrerin mit mehr als 20 Jahren Erfahrung.

C1 noun əbˈzɔːrp.ʃən

absorption

Absorption

Meaning

The process or action by which one thing absorbs or is absorbed by another.

Example

Plants help in the absorption of carbon dioxide.

Pflanzen helfen bei der Absorption von Kohlendioxid.

C1 adjective /pəˈdæntɪk/

pedantic

übermäßig besorgt über kleine Details oder Regeln

Meaning

Excessively concerned with minor details or rules; overly academic or bookish.

Example

Her pedantic explanations made the lecture dull.

Ihre pedantischen Erklärungen machten die Vorlesung langweilig.

B2 noun /səbˈskraɪbər/

subscriber

Abonnent

Meaning

a person who receives or subscribes to a service, magazine, or service

Example

She is a subscriber to the monthly magazine.

Sie ist Abonnentin der monatlichen Zeitschrift.

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.

A2 adjective, noun /ˈeɪʒən/

asian

asiatisch

Meaning

relating to Asia or its people

Example

She loves Asian culture.

Sie liebt die asiatische Kultur.

C2 verb /lɑːl/

loll

faul herumliegen

Meaning

To sit, lie, or stand in a lazy, relaxed way.

Example

He lolled on the sofa after a long day at work.

Nach einem langen Arbeitstag lollte er auf dem Sofa.

C1 adjective rɪˈlɛntləs

relentless

unaufhaltsam

Meaning

Oppressively constant; incessant; showing no abatement of severity, intensity, strength, or pace.

Example

The freedom fighters' relentless struggle led to victory.

Der unaufhaltsame Kampf der Freiheitskämpfer führte zum Sieg.

B1 noun /stæf/

staff

Personal

Meaning

a group of employees working together in an organization

Example

The staff at the hospital are very helpful.

Das Personal im Krankenhaus ist sehr hilfsbereit.

B2 verb /əˈbændən/

abandon

aufgeben

Meaning

to give up completely; to leave permanently

Example

They had to abandon their house due to flooding.

Sie mussten ihr Haus wegen der Überschwemmung aufgeben.

C1 adjective /ˈwɪst.fəl/

Wistful

sehnsüchtig; nostalgisch

Meaning

having a feeling of longing or yearning; melancholy

Example

She gave a wistful smile when remembering her childhood days.

Sie gab ein sehnsüchtiges Lächeln, als sie sich an ihre Kindheitstage erinnerte.

C1 noun /ˈtrɪnɪti/

trinity

dreifaltigkeit

Meaning

a group of three closely related things; in Christianity, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit

Example

The museum’s exhibit focused on a trinity of themes: memory, identity, and power.

Die Ausstellung im Museum konzentrierte sich auf eine Dreifaltigkeit von Themen: Erinnerung, Identität und Macht.

C1 noun /ˌɪntɪˈmeɪʃən/

intimation

Andeutung

Meaning

A subtle or indirect hint or suggestion.

Example

She gave no intimation of her plans.

Sie gab keinen Hinweis auf ihre Pläne.

C1 adjective /ʌnˈsɜːrvɪsəbəl/

Unserviceable

unbrauchbar; defekt

Meaning

not in working order; unable to be used; defective

Example

The old computer became unserviceable after the system crash.

Der alte Computer wurde nach dem Systemabsturz unbrauchbar.

C1 adverb /ʌnˈnætʃrəli/

unnaturally

unnatürlich

Meaning

in a way that is not natural or normal; excessively or strangely

Example

He smiled unnaturally, making everyone feel uncomfortable.

Er lächelte unnatürlich und machte alle nervös.

A2 noun /θɔːts/

thoughts

Gedanken

Meaning

An idea or opinion produced by thinking, or occurring suddenly in the mind.

Example

Focus your thoughts on positive outcomes.

Konzentriere deine Gedanken auf positive Ergebnisse.

A2 noun ˈmɒd.əl

model

Modell

Meaning

A framework, prototype, or simulation used to represent or understand a system or process.

Example

Scientists use a model to simulate climate change.

Wissenschaftler verwenden ein Modell, um den Klimawandel zu simulieren.

A2 noun /pleɪt/

Plate

Teller

Meaning

a flat, typically round dish used for serving or eating food

Example

Please put the rice on your plate.

Bitte lege den Reis auf deinen Teller.

B1 adjective ˈpræktɪkəl

practical

praktisch

Meaning

Concerned with actual use rather than theory; realistic and sensible.

Example

A practical approach is needed for solving complex problems.

Ein praktischer Ansatz ist notwendig, um komplexe Probleme zu lösen.

C2 adjective /dɪˈmɒtɪk/

demotic

im Zusammenhang mit der Volkssprache

Meaning

relating to ordinary people or everyday language

Example

The poet used demotic language to connect with common readers.

Der Dichter benutzte eine Sprache, die mit der Volkssprache im Zusammenhang stand, um mit gewöhnlichen Lesern in Kontakt zu treten.

B1 noun /ɪnˌvɛs.tɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

investigation

untersuchung

Meaning

the process of inquiring into or examining something carefully to find the truth

Example

The investigation revealed new evidence about the fraud.

Die Untersuchung enthüllte neue Beweise für den Betrug.

B2 verb /ʌpˈhoʊld/

uphold

aufrechterhalten

Meaning

to maintain or support a principle, law, or decision

Example

The judge promised to uphold justice at all costs.

Der Richter versprach, die Gerechtigkeit um jeden Preis aufrechtzuerhalten.

C2 adjective /lʌɡˈʒʊəriənt/

luxuriant

üppig

Meaning

abundant in growth or richly abundant

Example

The luxuriant forest was teeming with life.

Der üppige Wald war voller Leben.

B2 noun /ˈdʌklɪŋ/

duckling

Entlein

Meaning

a young duck

Example

The mother duck led her ducklings to the pond.

Die Mutterente führte ihre Entchen zum Teich.

B2 noun /ɪmˈpɒlɪtnəs/

impoliteness

Unhöflichkeit

Meaning

lack of good manners or courtesy; rude behavior

Example

His impoliteness towards the guests shocked everyone.

Seine Unhöflichkeit gegenüber den Gästen schockierte alle.

B1 verb /ədˈmaɪər/

admire

bewundern

Meaning

To respect, appreciate, or look up to someone or something.

Example

I really admire her dedication to education.

Ich bewundere wirklich ihre Hingabe an die Bildung.

B2 noun /ˈɑː.mənd/

Almond

Mandel

Meaning

edible seed of the almond tree

Example

Almonds are a healthy snack rich in protein and good fats.

Mandeln sind ein gesunder Snack, der reich an Eiweiß und guten Fetten ist.

B2 adverb /ˈsiː.mɪŋ.li/

seemingly

scheinbar, anscheinend ruhig

Meaning

appearing to be true, but not necessarily so

Example

He was seemingly calm despite the chaos around him.

Er war scheinbar ruhig trotz des Chaos um ihn herum.

A1 noun /lʌntʃ/

Lunch

Mittagessen

Meaning

a meal eaten in the middle of the day, typically one that is lighter or less formal than an evening meal

Example

We had lunch at a nice restaurant downtown.

Wir haben in einem guten Restaurant in der Innenstadt zu Mittag gegessen.

B1 noun /aɪl/

aisle

Gang

Meaning

a passage between rows of seats or shelves

Example

She walked down the aisle to find her seat.

Sie ging den Gang entlang, um ihren Platz zu finden.

B2 adjective /ˌædvənˈteɪdʒəs/

Advantageous

vorteilhaft; günstig; lukrativ

Meaning

beneficial; favorable; profitable

Example

This position offers advantageous opportunities for career growth.

Diese Position bietet vorteilhafte Möglichkeiten für berufliches Wachstum.

B1 noun /ˈmaɪ.krəˌskoʊp/

microscope

mikroskop

Meaning

An optical instrument used for viewing very small objects, such as cells, by magnifying them.

Example

The scientist observed the bacteria under the microscope.

Der Wissenschaftler beobachtete die Bakterien unter dem Mikroskop.

B2 noun /vɒlˈkæn.ɪk ɪˈrʌp.ʃən/

volcanic eruption

vulkanische eruption

Meaning

The discharge of lava, ash, and gases from a volcano.

Example

The volcanic eruption covered the town in ash.

Der Vulkanausbruch bedeckte die Stadt mit Asche.

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 /ɪnˈhæbɪtənt/

inhabitant

Einwohner

Meaning

a person or animal that lives in a particular place

Example

The inhabitants of the village rely on farming for their livelihood.

Die Einwohner des Dorfes sind auf die Landwirtschaft angewiesen, um ihren Lebensunterhalt zu sichern.

B1 noun /ˈvɔɪ.ɪdʒ/

Voyage

Reise; Seereise

Meaning

a long journey involving travel by sea or in space

Example

The ship's voyage across the Atlantic took two weeks.

Die Schiffsreise über den Atlantik dauerte zwei Wochen.

B1 adverb /ˈfeər.li/

Fairly

fairerweise; mäßig; vernünftig

Meaning

in a just manner; moderately; reasonably

Example

The test was fairly easy, but some questions were challenging.

Der Test war ziemlich einfach, aber einige Fragen waren herausfordernd.

B2 noun ˈwɪl.paʊər

willpower

Willenskraft

Meaning

The ability to control your thoughts and actions in order to achieve what you want to do.

Example

Strong willpower is essential for achieving long-term goals.

Starke Willenskraft ist entscheidend, um langfristige Ziele zu erreichen.

A1 adjective /ˈrɛd.i/

ready

bereit

Meaning

Prepared or available for use or action.

Example

She was ready to leave for the airport.

Sie war bereit, zum Flughafen zu gehen.

C1 adjective dɪ ˈskrɛʃ.ən.er.i

discretionary

diskretionär

Meaning

Available for use at the discretion of the user; not required or mandatory.

Example

He set aside some discretionary income for travel.

Er hat etwas diskretionäres Einkommen für Reisen beiseitegelegt.

C2 verb /aʊtˈraɪd/

outride

überholen

Meaning

to ride faster, farther, or better than someone else

Example

The young rider managed to outride his competitors in the race.

Der junge Reiter konnte seine Mitbewerber im Rennen überholen.

C1 noun /ˌmʌltɪˈplɪsɪti/

multiplicity

Vielfalt

Meaning

A large number or variety of something.

Example

The project faced a multiplicity of challenges.

Das Projekt stieß auf eine Vielzahl von Herausforderungen.

C2 noun /ˌpɛdəˈɡɒdʒɪks/

pedagogics

Pädagogik

Meaning

the science or art of teaching

Example

He studied pedagogics to become a better teacher.

Er studierte Pädagogik, um ein besserer Lehrer zu werden.

C2 noun ˌmæɡnəˈnɪmɪti

magnanimity

Großherzigkeit

Meaning

Generosity in forgiving an insult or injury; forbearance.

Example

His magnanimity towards his competitors was admirable.

Seine Großherzigkeit gegenüber seinen Mitbewerbern war bewundernswert.

C1 noun /kəˈres/

Caress

zärtlichkeit

Meaning

a gentle or loving touch

Example

The mother's gentle caress calmed the crying baby.

Die sanfte Zärtlichkeit der Mutter beruhigte das weinende Baby.

A2 noun /dʒɪˈræf/

Giraffe

Meaning

a very tall African animal with a long neck and long legs

Example

The giraffe stretched its neck to reach the leaves on the tall tree.

Die Giraffe streckte ihren Hals, um die Blätter am hohen Baum zu erreichen.

B2 noun rɪˈkruːt.mənt

recruitment

Rekrutierung

Meaning

The action of finding new people to join an organization or support a cause.

Example

Recruitment strengthens the workforce.

Die Rekrutierung stärkt die Arbeitskräfte.

B2 noun /ɪnˈsɪstəns/

insistence

Insistenz

Meaning

the act of demanding something firmly or repeatedly

Example

At his insistence, we stayed longer.

Auf seine Insistenz hin blieben wir länger.

C1 noun /ˈkrɒkəri/

crockery

Geschirr

Meaning

Dishes, plates, cups, and other items made of earthenware or china.

Example

The hotel provided clean crockery for the guests.

Das Hotel stellte sauberes Geschirr für die Gäste bereit.

C2 adjective /ˈhaɪˌbraʊ/

highbrow

intellektuell überlegen

Meaning

intellectually superior or cultured; often describing art, literature, or activities appealing to intellectual tastes

Example

The museum is known for its highbrow exhibitions.

Das Museum ist bekannt für seine intellektuellen Ausstellungen.

A2 noun/verb /ˈbʌdʒɪt/

budget

Budget

Meaning

An estimate of income and expenditure for a set period of time; to plan expenses and income.

Example

The family created a budget to manage their expenses.

Die Familie hat ein Budget erstellt, um ihre Ausgaben zu verwalten.

C2 noun /ˈbɑːr.nɪ.kəl/

Barnacle

Muschel

Meaning

a marine crustacean that attaches itself permanently to underwater surfaces

Example

The old ship's hull was covered with barnacles.

Der alte Schiffsrumpf war mit Muscheln bedeckt.

C1 adjective /dɪˈsɪd.ju.əs/

deciduous

laubabwerfend

Meaning

Referring to trees that shed their leaves seasonally, typically in autumn.

Example

Oak and maple trees are deciduous, shedding leaves in autumn.

Eichen- und Ahornbäume sind laubabwerfend und werfen ihre Blätter im Herbst ab.

C1 noun /rɪˈtrækʃən/

retraction

Wiederruf, Rücknahme

Meaning

the act of taking back a statement, promise, or belief

Example

The newspaper issued a retraction of the false report.

Die Zeitung veröffentlichte einen Widerruf des falschen Berichts.

C1 verb /dɪˈmiːn/

demean

herabsetzen

Meaning

to cause someone to lose dignity or respect

Example

The manager demeaned his employees with rude remarks.

Der Manager erniedrigte seine Angestellten mit unhöflichen Bemerkungen.

C1 adjective rɪsk-ədˈʤɛstɪd

risk-adjusted

risiko-adjustiert

Meaning

Modified or calibrated to account for risk factors in investment returns.

Example

Risk-adjusted returns consider both potential profit and loss.

Risiko-adjustierte Renditen berücksichtigen sowohl potenziellen Gewinn als auch Verlust.

C2 verb /əˈlɪtəreɪt/

alliterate

Alliteration verwenden

Meaning

to repeat the same consonant sound at the beginning of words in a phrase or sentence

Example

The poet often alliterates words to create rhythm.

Der Dichter allitiert oft Wörter, um einen Rhythmus zu erzeugen.

C1 noun /əbˈstrʌkʃən/

obstruction

hindernis

Meaning

Something that blocks or gets in the way; the action of obstructing.

Example

There was an obstruction on the railway track.

Es gab ein Hindernis auf den Gleisen.

C1 adjective ˈbɜːdʒənɪŋ

burgeoning

aufstrebend

Meaning

Beginning to grow or increase rapidly; flourishing.

Example

The burgeoning tech industry has attracted many investors.

Die aufstrebende Technologiebranche hat viele Investoren angezogen.

B2 noun /mæt/

Mat

matte

Meaning

a piece of coarse material placed on a floor for people to wipe their feet on

Example

Please wipe your feet on the mat before entering.

Bitte wischen Sie Ihre Füße auf der Matte ab, bevor Sie eintreten.

C1 noun ˈrəʊvə

rover

Rover

Meaning

A vehicle for driving over rough terrain, especially one driven by remote control over extraterrestrial terrain.

Example

The rover landed on Mars to begin its exploration.

Der Rover landete auf dem Mars, um mit seiner Erkundung zu beginnen.

B1 noun /tʃɑːrm/

Charm

Charme; Zauber; Freundlichkeit

Meaning

the power or quality of giving delight or arousing admiration; a magical spell or talisman

Example

Her natural charm and wit made her popular at social gatherings.

Ihr natürlicher Charme und Witz machten sie bei gesellschaftlichen Zusammenkünften beliebt.

C1 noun /ˌriːhəˌbɪlɪˈteɪʃən/

rehabilitation

Glück

Meaning

the process of restoring someone or something to health or normal life through training or therapy

Example

After the accident, he went through months of rehabilitation to walk again.

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

B2 noun /ˈzaɪləfoʊn/

Xylophone

Xylophon

Meaning

a percussion instrument consisting of wooden bars that are struck with mallets to produce musical tones

Example

The children enjoyed playing the colorful xylophone in music class.

Die Kinder freuten sich, im Musikunterricht das bunte Xylophon zu spielen.

B2 adverb /ɪmˈpɔːtəntli/

importantly

wichtigerweise

Meaning

in a way that is of great significance or value

Example

Importantly, the report highlights the need for immediate action.

Wichtigerweise hebt der Bericht die Notwendigkeit sofortiger Maßnahmen hervor.

B2 noun /fleɪm/

Flame

Flamme

Meaning

a hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by something on fire

Example

The candle flame flickered gently in the evening breeze.

Die Kerzenflamme flackerte sanft im Abendwind.

C2 adjective /ˈsɪlvən/

sylvan

waldreich

Meaning

Relating to or characteristic of the woods or forest.

Example

The cottage was set in a sylvan landscape full of tall trees.

Das Ferienhaus war in einer waldreichen Landschaft mit hohen Bäumen gelegen.

C2 noun /ˈjuːər/

ewer

Krug

Meaning

a large jug with a wide mouth, especially used in the past for carrying water

Example

The servant filled the ewer with fresh water.

Der Diener füllte den Krug mit frischem Wasser.

B2 noun /bɪˈliːvər/

believer

Gläubiger

Meaning

a person who believes in something, especially a religious faith, idea, or principle

Example

She is a strong believer in hard work and honesty.

Sie ist eine feste Gläubigerin an harte Arbeit und Ehrlichkeit.

C2 adjective /ɪnˈɡlɔːriəs/

inglorious

ehrenlos

Meaning

Causing shame or disgrace; not bringing honor or glory.

Example

The army suffered an inglorious defeat.

Die Armee erlitt eine ehrenlose Niederlage.

C2 adjective /vəˈnɪəriəl/

venereal

venere

Meaning

relating to sexual intercourse or sexually transmitted diseases

Example

Doctors warn about the dangers of venereal diseases.

Ärzte warnen vor den Gefahren von venerischen Krankheiten.

B1 noun /treɪd/

trade

handel

Meaning

The action of buying and selling goods and services.

Example

Trade agreements foster economic development.

Handelsabkommen fördern die wirtschaftliche Entwicklung.

A2 conjunction /ʌnˈlɛs/

unless

es sei denn

Meaning

except if

Example

We won't go unless it stops raining.

Wir gehen nicht, es sei denn, es hört auf zu regnen.

C2 noun /ˈtɒksɪn/

tocsin

Alarmglocke

Meaning

an alarm bell or signal; a warning that something bad is about to happen

Example

The data breach sounded a tocsin for stricter security.

Der Datenleck war ein Alarmglocke für strengere Sicherheitsvorkehrungen.

B2 noun, verb /ˈævəlæntʃ/

avalanche

Lawine

Meaning

(noun) a mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside; a sudden overwhelming quantity; (verb) to descend like an avalanche

Example

The avalanche buried the mountain road under tons of snow.

Die Lawine begrub die Bergstraße unter tonnenweise Schnee.

B1 adverb /ˈfriːkwəntli/

Frequently

häufig; regelmäßig; viele Male

Meaning

often; regularly; many times

Example

She frequently visits her grandmother on weekends.

Sie besucht ihre Großmutter häufig an den Wochenenden.

B1 adjective /ˈbrɪliənt/

brilliant

brillant

Meaning

Exceptionally clever, talented, or impressive; very bright or radiant.

Example

She gave a brilliant performance on stage.

Sie gab eine brillante Vorstellung auf der Bühne.

A2 adverb /ˈsʌm.taɪm/

sometime

irgendwann

Meaning

at a time that is not known or stated; occasionally

Example

Let's meet for coffee sometime next week.

Lass uns nächste Woche irgendwann auf einen Kaffee treffen.

C2 noun /kəˈrɒn.də/

Karonda

Meaning

a small dark purple berry-like fruit that is sour and used in pickles

Example

Karonda is often used to make pickles and preserves.

Karonda wird oft verwendet, um Pickles und Konserven herzustellen.

C1 noun /ˈrɒndɪvuː/

rendezvous

treffen

Meaning

a meeting or appointment at an agreed time and place

Example

They arranged a secret rendezvous at the café.

Sie haben ein geheimes Treffen im Café arrangiert.

A1 verb /wɪʃ/

wish

wünschen

Meaning

to want something to happen; to desire or hope for

Example

I wish I could fly like a bird.

Ich wünschte, ich könnte wie ein Vogel fliegen.

C2 noun /ˌdɛkəˈsɪləbəl/

decasyllable

zehnsilber

Meaning

A line of verse with ten syllables.

Example

The poet often wrote in decasyllable form.

Der Dichter schrieb oft in Zehnsilber-Form.

C1 noun /ˈhɔːrtɪˌkʌltʃər/

horticulture

Gartenbau

Meaning

The art or practice of garden cultivation and management.

Example

Horticulture plays a vital role in producing fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants.

Der Gartenbau spielt eine wichtige Rolle bei der Produktion von Obst, Gemüse und Zierpflanzen.

A1 noun /bɜːrd/

bird

Vogel

Meaning

a warm-blooded animal with feathers and wings that usually lays eggs and can often fly

Example

A bird was singing on the tree branch.

Ein Vogel sang auf dem Baumzweig.

C1 noun /ˈθʌroʊˌfɛr/

thoroughfare

Hauptstraße

Meaning

a main road or public highway that goes through a place

Example

The new mall is located along the main thoroughfare.

Das neue Einkaufszentrum befindet sich entlang der Hauptstraße.

B1 adjective /ˈdefɪnət/

Definite

definiert; klar; spezifisch

Meaning

clearly stated or decided; not vague or uncertain; specific

Example

We need a definite answer by tomorrow.

Wir benötigen eine definitive Antwort bis morgen.

A1 noun /ˈdɒlər/

dollar

Dollar

Meaning

The basic monetary unit of the United States and some other countries

Example

I need five dollars to buy this book.

Ich brauche fünf Dollar, um dieses Buch zu kaufen.

A2 adverb /ˈnɔːməli/

Normally

normalerweise

Meaning

in the usual way; under normal circumstances

Example

I normally wake up at 7 AM every day.

Ich wache normalerweise jeden Tag um 7 Uhr auf.

A2 noun reɪndʒ

range

Reichweite

Meaning

The extent or scope of something; the distance that can be covered or the limits within which something operates.

Example

The new electric car has a range of 400 miles.

Das neue Elektroauto hat eine Reichweite von 400 Meilen.

B1 noun ˈkæn.dɪ.deɪts

candidates

kandidaten

Meaning

A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election; someone being considered for a position.

Example

Candidates undergo a rigorous selection process.

Kandidaten durchlaufen einen strengen Auswahlprozess.

C1 noun ˈsɛlf pəˈzɪʃən

self-possession

Selbstbeherrschung

Meaning

The quality of being calm and confident and in control of one's emotions; composure.

Example

His self-possession during the crisis was remarkable.

Seine Selbstbeherrschung während der Krise war bemerkenswert.

C2 verb /dɪˈpreɪv/

deprave

verderben

Meaning

to corrupt morally; to make someone immoral or wicked

Example

The novel was criticized for attempting to deprave the minds of young readers.

Der Roman wurde kritisiert, weil er versuchte, die Gedanken der jungen Leser zu verderben.