C1 adjective, verb, noun /ˈkaʊntərfɪt/

counterfeit

gefälscht

Meaning

made to look like something genuine in order to deceive

Example

The police seized a batch of counterfeit currency.

Die Polizei beschlagnahmte eine Ladung gefälschter Geldscheine.

C2 verb /kənˈdʒɔɪn/

conjoin

vereinigen

Meaning

to join together or unite; to combine

Example

The two rivers conjoin just before reaching the sea.

Die beiden Flüsse vereinigen sich kurz bevor sie das Meer erreichen.

C1 verb ˌkəʊ.əˈles

coalesce

verschmelzen

Meaning

Come together and form one mass or whole; unite to form one organization or group.

Example

The different theories coalesced into one unified idea.

Die verschiedenen Theorien verschmolzen zu einer vereinheitlichten Idee.

C1 noun /ˈsɪtəˌdɛl/

citadel

Zitadelle

Meaning

A fortress protecting or dominating a city.

Example

The ancient citadel stood guard over the town for centuries.

Die alte Zitadelle bewachte die Stadt über Jahrhunderte.

B1 noun /kəmˈpəʊzə(r)/

composer

Komponist

Meaning

a person who writes music, especially classical music

Example

The composer is working on a new symphony.

Der Komponist arbeitet an einer neuen Sinfonie.

B1 noun /kənˌɡrætʃəˈleɪʃən/

congratulation

Glückwunsch

Meaning

an expression of praise or joy for someone’s achievement or good fortune

Example

She sent a congratulation to her friend on winning the award.

Sie schickte ihrer Freundin einen Glückwunsch zum Gewinn des Preises.

B2 noun /ˈsɜːr.tən.ti/

Certainty

Gewissheit

Meaning

firm conviction that something is the case; the quality of being reliably true

Example

We can say with certainty that the project will be completed on time.

Wir können mit Gewissheit sagen, dass das Projekt pünktlich abgeschlossen wird.

C1 adjective /kənˈsɛntrɪk/

concentric

konzentrisch

Meaning

having a common center, as in circles or spheres

Example

The artist drew concentric circles on the canvas.

Der Künstler malte konzentrische Kreise auf die Leinwand.

C2 noun /ˈkɒŋ.ɡru.əns/

congruence

Kongruenz

Meaning

Harmony, compatibility and agreement between different elements.

Example

The congruence between their ideas made collaboration easy.

Die Kongruenz zwischen ihren Ideen machte die Zusammenarbeit einfach.

C2 verb /ˌkɒntrəˈvɜːrt/

controvert

widersprechen

Meaning

to dispute or argue against; to contradict

Example

The scientist controversed the previous research findings.

Der Wissenschaftler widersprach den früheren Forschungsergebnissen.

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.

C1 adjective /kəmˈpensətɔːri/

compensatory

entschädigend

Meaning

serving to make up for a loss, damage, or injury

Example

The court awarded him compensatory damages.

Das Gericht sprach ihm Entschädigungszahlungen zu.

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.

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.

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.

B1 noun /kəmˈpleɪnt/

complaint

Beschwerde

Meaning

a statement that something is wrong or not satisfactory

Example

The manager received a complaint from a customer about poor service.

Der Manager erhielt eine Beschwerde von einem Kunden über schlechten Service.

B1 noun /ˈkændɪdeɪt/

candidate

Kandidat

Meaning

A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election.

Example

The candidate gave a strong speech during the debate.

Der Kandidat hielt während der Debatte eine starke Rede.

A2 verb /kjʊər/

cure

heilen

Meaning

to make someone healthy again after an illness

Example

The new medicine cured her of the infection.

Das neue Medikament heilte sie von der Infektion.

C1 verb /kəmˈpjuːt/

compute

berechnen

Meaning

To calculate or determine by using a computer or mathematical methods.

Example

The software can compute the total cost in seconds.

Die Software kann die Gesamtkosten in Sekunden berechnen.

C1 noun /kəˈnʌn.drəm/

conundrum

kompliziertes Problem oder Rätsel

Meaning

A complex problem or puzzle without an easy solution

Example

The ethical conundrum puzzled the researchers.

Das ethische Dilemma verwirrte die Forscher.

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.

C2 noun /ˌkɔːrnjuˈkoʊpiə/

cornucopia

ein Überfluss oder eine überlaufende Versorgung mit etwas

Meaning

an abundance or overflowing supply of something

Example

The festival offered a cornucopia of fruits and sweets.

Das Festival bot eine Cornucopia an Früchten und Süßigkeiten.

A2 noun /ˈkaʊ.bɔɪ/

Cowboy

Meaning

a man who tends cattle on a ranch, especially in the western United States

Example

The cowboy rode his horse across the vast prairie to find the cattle.

Der Cowboy ritt auf seinem Pferd über die weite Prärie, um das Vieh zu finden.

A2 verb /tʃɑːrdʒ/

charge

berechnen/anklagen

Meaning

to demand payment; to formally accuse; to rush forward aggressively

Example

The store charges extra for home delivery.

Der Laden verlangt einen Aufpreis für die Lieferung nach Hause.

C2 noun /kəˈnɑːrd/

canard

Ente

Meaning

a false or unfounded story or rumor

Example

The article turned out to be nothing more than a canard.

Der Artikel erwies sich als nichts weiter als eine Ente.

B2 verb /kənˈtɛnd/

contend

kämpfen, behaupten

Meaning

to strive or compete for something; to assert earnestly

Example

Athletes from around the world contend for the championship.

Athleten aus der ganzen Welt kämpfen um die Meisterschaft.

C1 adjective /kənˈspɪkjuəs/

conspicuous

auffällig

Meaning

Easily noticeable; attracting attention due to being unusual or prominent.

Example

Her red dress made her conspicuous at the party.

Ihr rotes Kleid machte sie auf der Party auffällig.

C2 adjective /kəmˈbʌstɪbəl/

combustible

brennbar

Meaning

Capable of catching fire and burning easily.

Example

Dry leaves are highly combustible.

Trockene Blätter sind sehr brennbar.

C1 adjective/noun /ˈkɜːrsɪv/

cursive

Kursive Schrift

Meaning

Written with characters joined together in a flowing manner.

Example

The teacher asked students to write the essay in cursive handwriting.

Der Lehrer bat die Schüler, den Aufsatz in kursiver Handschrift zu schreiben.

C2 noun /kɒzˈmɒɡ.ə.ni/

cosmogony

Kosmogonie

Meaning

the study or theory of the origin of the universe

Example

The book provides an overview of different cosmogonies throughout history.

Das Buch bietet einen Überblick über verschiedene Kosmogonien im Laufe der Geschichte.

C2 noun /ˈkɒŋ.kɔː.dæt/

concordat

Konkordat

Meaning

An agreement or treaty, especially between the Vatican and a secular government.

Example

The concordat established the rights of the church within the country.

Das Konkordat legte die Rechte der Kirche im Land fest.

C1 noun /kənˈveɪəns/

conveyance

Transport

Meaning

The action or process of transporting or carrying someone or something from one place to another.

Example

The conveyance of goods was delayed due to bad weather.

Der Transport von Waren wurde aufgrund schlechten Wetters verzögert.

C1 noun /kuː/

coup

Staatsstreich

Meaning

a sudden, decisive action that brings about a change, especially in government

Example

The military staged a coup to overthrow the existing regime.

Das Militär führte einen Staatsstreich durch, um das bestehende Regime zu stürzen.

C1 noun /kəmˈplɪsəti/

complicity

Komplizität

Meaning

the state of being involved with others in an illegal activity or wrongdoing

Example

The court revealed his complicity in the fraud scheme.

Das Gericht enthüllte seine Komplizität im Betrugsplan.

A2 noun /ˈkʌm.pə.ni/

company

Unternehmen

Meaning

a business organization; the presence of other people

Example

She started her own company to sell handmade products.

Sie gründete ihr eigenes Unternehmen, um handgemachte Produkte zu verkaufen.

C1 noun /ˈsɛtərə/

cetera

usw.

Meaning

Latin for 'the rest' or 'others'; commonly used in the phrase 'et cetera' meaning 'and so on'.

Example

We need to buy pens, paper, notebooks, et cetera.

Wir müssen Stifte, Papier, Notizbücher, usw. kaufen.

B1 noun /ˈtʃiːtər/

cheater

Betrüger

Meaning

a person who cheats or acts dishonestly to gain an advantage

Example

He was caught and labeled as a cheater during the exam.

Er wurde als Betrüger im Test entlarvt.

B1 verb /krɔːl/

crawl

kriechen

Meaning

to move slowly on hands and knees; to move very slowly

Example

The baby crawled across the floor to reach the toy.

Das Baby kroch über den Boden, um das Spielzeug zu erreichen.

C2 noun /kənˈtraɪ.vəns/

contrivance

Kunstgriff oder Plan

Meaning

a device or plan that is cleverly or artificially created

Example

The clock was an intricate contrivance of gears and springs.

Die Uhr war ein komplizierter Kunstgriff aus Zahnrädern und Federn.

B2 adjective /ˈkɔːstli/

costly

kostspielig

Meaning

expensive or causing a lot of money, time, or effort

Example

Their mistake proved to be very costly for the company.

Ihr Fehler erwies sich als sehr kostspielig für das Unternehmen.

C2 noun /krɪpˈtɒɡ.rə.fi/

cryptography

die Praxis, Informationen durch Verschlüsselungs- oder Codierungstechniken zu sichern

Meaning

The practice of securing information through encryption or coding techniques

Example

Modern cryptography ensures secure online transactions.

Moderne Kryptographie sichert sichere Online-Transaktionen.

C1 adjective ˈkɒn.təm.plə.tɪv

contemplative

nachdenklich oder meditative

Meaning

Expressing or involving prolonged thought; meditative and reflective.

Example

He spent a contemplative evening reflecting on his decisions.

Er verbrachte einen kontemplativen Abend damit, über seine Entscheidungen nachzudenken.

A2 verb /kəmˈpliːt/

complete

abschließen

Meaning

to finish making or doing something; to bring something to an end

Example

She managed to complete the project on time.

Sie hat es geschafft, das Projekt rechtzeitig abzuschließen.

B1 noun, verb /ˈkrɛdɪt/

credit

Kredit, Anerkennung

Meaning

As a noun: the ability to obtain goods or services before payment; recognition for an achievement. As a verb: to publicly acknowledge someone's contribution.

Example

She received credit for her contribution to the project.

Sie erhielt Anerkennung für ihren Beitrag zum Projekt.

C2 noun /koʊˈkɛt/

coquette

kokette Frau

Meaning

a woman who flirts lightheartedly

Example

She was a coquette, always charming everyone at the party.

Sie war eine kokette, die immer alle auf der Party bezauberte.

C2 adjective /kənˈvɜːrsənt/

conversant

vertraut, kenntnisreich

Meaning

familiar with or knowledgeable about something

Example

She is conversant with the latest developments in technology.

Sie ist mit den neuesten Entwicklungen in der Technologie vertraut.

A2 noun /ˈkrɪk.ɪt/

Cricket

grille

Meaning

a jumping insect that makes a chirping sound by rubbing its wings together

Example

We could hear crickets chirping in the evening.

Wir konnten abends die Grillen zirpen hören.

B2 noun /ˌkɒrəˈspɒndənt/

correspondent

Korrespondent

Meaning

A journalist who reports news from a particular place or on a particular subject.

Example

The foreign correspondent reported live from Paris.

Der ausländische Korrespondent berichtete live aus Paris.

C2 noun /ˈkɒrənɛt/

coronet

kleine Krone

Meaning

a small crown, especially one worn by a prince, princess, or noble

Example

She wore a delicate coronet on her head for the ceremony.

Sie trug eine zarte kleine Krone auf ihrem Kopf für die Zeremonie.

C1 noun/verb kənˈdʒɛk.tʃər

conjecture

Vermutung

Meaning

An opinion or conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information; to form an opinion or supposition about something.

Example

The scientist's conjecture was later proven true.

Die Vermutung des Wissenschaftlers wurde später als wahr erwiesen.

C1 noun ˌkʌl.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən

culmination

Höhepunkt. Der höchste oder dramatischste Punkt von etwas, insbesondere nach einer langen Zeit.

Meaning

The highest or climactic point of something, especially as attained after a long time.

Example

The project reached its culmination after years of effort.

Das Projekt erreichte seinen Höhepunkt nach jahrelangem Einsatz.

C1 noun /ˈkroʊ.bɑːr/

Crowbar

Brechstange

Meaning

a heavy iron bar with a curved end used as a lever for prying things apart

Example

He used a crowbar to remove the old nails.

Er benutzte einen Kuhfuß, um die alten Nägel zu entfernen.

B2 verb/noun /ˈsɛnsər/

censor

zensieren

Meaning

to suppress or remove parts of books, films, or information considered offensive or harmful; a person who does this

Example

The government tried to censor the controversial film.

Die Regierung versuchte, den umstrittenen Film zu zensieren.

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.

A2 adjective /ˈkraʊdɪd/

crowded

Glück

Meaning

filled with too many people or things

Example

The bus was so crowded that I could hardly move.

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

C1 adjective, noun /ˈkɔːrpərəl/

corporal

korporal

Meaning

relating to the body; a low-ranking officer in the military

Example

He suffered a corporal punishment for his mistake.

Er erlebte eine körperliche Strafe für seinen Fehler.

C2 adjective /ˌkɒn.tjʊˈmeɪ.ʃəs/

contumacious

rebellisch, ungehorsam

Meaning

stubbornly disobedient or rebellious

Example

The contumacious student refused to follow the school rules.

Der rebellische Schüler weigerte sich, die Schulregeln zu befolgen.

C1 adjective /ˌkævəˈlɪər/

cavalier

gleichgültig

Meaning

showing a lack of proper concern; dismissive or offhand

Example

He had a cavalier attitude toward safety regulations.

Er hatte eine gleichgültige Haltung gegenüber den Sicherheitsvorschriften.

C1 adjective /ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.zənt/

cognizant

bewusst

Meaning

Having knowledge or being aware of something.

Example

He was cognizant of the risks before starting the project.

Er war sich der Risiken bewusst, bevor er das Projekt startete.

C1 noun /krɛst/

crest

Gipfel

Meaning

the top of a hill, wave, or mountain; a symbol of identity

Example

The hikers reached the crest of the mountain at sunrise.

Die Wanderer erreichten den Gipfel des Berges beim Sonnenaufgang.

A2 noun /klaʊd/

Cloud

wolke

Meaning

a visible mass of condensed water vapour floating in the atmosphere above the ground

Example

Dark clouds gathered before the storm.

Dunkle Wolken sammelten sich vor dem Sturm.

A1 noun /koʊld drɪŋk/

Cold drink

kaltes Getränk

Meaning

A chilled beverage; a refreshing drink served cold

Example

I ordered a cold drink to beat the summer heat.

Ich habe ein kaltes Getränk bestellt, um der Sommerhitze zu entkommen.

B1 noun /ˈkɑːr.pən.tər/

Carpenter

Schreiner

Meaning

a person who makes and repairs wooden objects and structures

Example

The carpenter built a beautiful wooden cabinet for the kitchen.

B1 noun /ˈkɛmɪstri/

chemistry

Chemie

Meaning

the branch of science that studies substances and their interactions; also the emotional connection between people

Example

They have great chemistry and work well together.

Sie haben eine großartige Chemie und arbeiten gut zusammen.

B1 adjective /ˈklæsɪk/

classic

klassisch, herausragend

Meaning

Judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality and outstanding of its kind.

Example

That movie is a classic example of 90s comedy.

Dieser Film ist ein klassisches Beispiel für 90er-Jahre-Comedy.

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.

C1 adjective /ˈkjuːmjələtɪv/

cumulative

kumulativ

Meaning

Increasing gradually by addition; growing in quantity, force, or effect.

Example

The cumulative effect of stress can harm your health.

Die kumulative Wirkung von Stress kann Ihrer Gesundheit schaden.

B1 adjective /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪŋ/

challenging

herausfordernd

Meaning

difficult in a way that tests one's abilities

Example

The mountain climb was challenging but rewarding.

Der Bergaufstieg war herausfordernd, aber lohnend.

B1 noun /ˌkænsəˈleɪʃən/

cancellation

Stornierung

Meaning

the act of stopping something that was planned or scheduled; the act of nullifying or invalidating something

Example

The airline announced the cancellation of several flights due to bad weather.

Die Fluggesellschaft meldete die Stornierung mehrerer Flüge.

B2 verb /ˈklæsɪfaɪ/

classify

klassifizieren

Meaning

to arrange or organize into categories or groups

Example

The librarian classified the books by subject.

Der Bibliothekar klassifizierte die Bücher nach Themen.

C1 noun /ˈkɑːrdəməm/

Cardamom

Kardamom

Meaning

aromatic seeds from a plant in the ginger family, used as a spice

Example

The recipe calls for a pinch of ground cardamom.

Das Rezept erfordert eine Prise gemahlenen Kardamoms.

A2 noun /ˈkæptɪn/

Captain

kapitän

Meaning

a military officer of middle rank; the person in command of a ship or aircraft

Example

The captain ordered his troops to advance forward.

Der Kapitän befahl seinen Truppen, voranzukommen.

A2 noun /tʃæns/

chance

Chance

Meaning

An opportunity or possibility of something happening.

Example

He took a chance and applied for the job.

Er hat eine Chance ergriffen und sich für den Job beworben.

B2 verb kəˈlæbəreɪt

collaborate

zusammenarbeiten

Meaning

To work jointly with others, especially in an intellectual endeavor; cooperate.

Example

Volunteers often collaborate with local organizations.

Freiwillige arbeiten oft mit lokalen Organisationen zusammen.

C2 adjective /krɪˈpʌskjʊlər/

crepuscular

zum Dämmerung gehörend

Meaning

relating to twilight or active during twilight

Example

Bats are crepuscular animals, most active at dawn and dusk.

Fledermäuse sind dämmerungsaktive Tiere, die in der Dämmerung und im Morgengrauen am aktivsten sind.

B1 noun /ˌsɪvɪlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

civilization

Zivilisation

Meaning

the stage of human social and cultural development and organization considered most advanced

Example

Ancient Egypt is known for its remarkable civilization.

Das alte Ägypten ist bekannt für seine bemerkenswerte Zivilisation.

A2 noun /ˌsɛlɪˈbreɪʃən/

celebration

Feier

Meaning

a festive event or activity to honor an occasion

Example

The city held a grand celebration on Independence Day.

Die Stadt veranstaltete eine große Feier zum Unabhängigkeitstag.

B1 adjective /kəmˈpetətɪv/

competitive

wettbewerbsfähig

Meaning

relating to or characterized by competition; having a strong desire to win or be more successful

Example

She has a competitive spirit that drives her to excel.

Sie hat einen wettbewerbsfähigen Geist, der sie zum Streben nach Exzellenz antreibt.

C2 noun /kəˈraʊzl/

carousal

lautstarker Party

Meaning

A noisy or lively drinking party or festivity.

Example

They were exhausted after a night of wild carousal.

Sie waren nach einer Nacht der wilden lautstarken Party erschöpft.

C1 noun /ˈkæn.dɚ/

candor

Offenheit

Meaning

The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward in speech or expression.

Example

She spoke with candor about the challenges she faced.

Sie sprach mit Offenheit über die Herausforderungen, denen sie gegenüberstand.

C2 noun /ˈkɒliər/

collier

Kohlebergmann

Meaning

a person who works in coal mines or a ship carrying coal

Example

The collier spent long hours underground extracting coal.

Der Kohlebergmann verbrachte lange Stunden unter Tage und förderte Kohle.

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.

B1 verb /kənˈfɜːrm/

confirm

bestätigen

Meaning

to establish the truth, accuracy, or validity of something

Example

The hotel will confirm your reservation by email.

Das Hotel wird Ihre Reservierung per E-Mail bestätigen.

A2 verb ˈselɪbreɪt

celebrate

feiern

Meaning

To acknowledge a significant or happy day or event with a social gathering or enjoyable activity.

Example

Bangladesh celebrates Urban Planning Day on November 8.

Deutschland feiert den Tag der Deutschen Einheit am 3. Oktober.

C1 verb /kriːk/

creak

ein hohes, quietschendes Geräusch machen

Meaning

to make a high-pitched, squeaking noise when moved

Example

The old door creaked as she opened it.

Die alte Tür knarrte, als sie sie öffnete.

B1 verb /kəˈmɪt/

commit

verpflichten / durchführen

Meaning

To carry out or perpetrate an act; to pledge or bind to a course of action.

Example

He committed a serious mistake in the report.

Er beging einen schweren Fehler im Bericht.

C1 verb /ˌkaʊntərˈbæləns/

counterbalance

ausgleichen

Meaning

to offset or balance the effect of something

Example

Exercise can counterbalance the negative effects of stress.

Übung kann die negativen Auswirkungen von Stress ausgleichen.

C1 noun kəˈmɛns.mənt

commencement

Beginn

Meaning

The beginning of something; a ceremony at which degrees or diplomas are conferred on graduating students.

Example

The commencement ceremony marked the start of a new journey.

Die Abschlussfeier markierte den Beginn einer neuen Reise.

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.

A1 noun /ˈkɒf.i/

Coffee

Kaffee

Meaning

a hot drink made from roasted coffee beans

Example

I need a cup of coffee to start my morning.

Ich brauche eine Tasse Kaffee, um meinen Morgen zu beginnen.

C1 noun /ˈkæn.ə.pi/

canopy

die obere Schicht eines Waldes, die durch die Baumkronen gebildet wird; oberste Abdeckung

Meaning

The upper layer of a forest formed by the crowns of trees; overhead cover.

Example

The rainforest canopy provides shelter to many birds and insects.

Das Regenwalddach bietet vielen Vögeln und Insekten Unterschlupf.

B2 adjective /ˈtʃeɪn.dʒə.bəl/

Changeable

veränderbar; unbeständig

Meaning

able to be changed; likely to change frequently

Example

The weather is very changeable in spring.

Das Wetter ist im Frühling sehr wechselhaft.

A2 adjective /kəˈneɪdiən/

canadian

kanadisch

Meaning

Relating to Canada or its people.

Example

She enjoys Canadian culture and traditions.

Sie liebt die kanadische Kultur und Traditionen.

A2 verb /krɒs/

cross

überqueren

Meaning

to go from one side to another, or to pass through

Example

We crossed the river using a wooden bridge.

Wir überquerten den Fluss mit einer Holzbrücke.

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 noun /ˈkrɪstəl/

crystal

Kristall

Meaning

a clear, transparent mineral or glass that forms a solid structure with regular patterns

Example

She wore a necklace made of sparkling crystal.

Sie trug eine Halskette aus funkelndem Kristall.

A1 verb /ˈkæri/

carry

tragen

Meaning

To support and move something or someone from one place to another.

Example

She carried the bag across the street.

Sie trug die Tasche über die Straße.

C2 noun /ˈkɔːrsər/

courser

schnelles Pferd oder Jagdpferd

Meaning

a swift horse or a hunting horse

Example

The knight rode a fast courser into battle.

Der Ritter ritt in die Schlacht auf einem schnellen Korsar.

B1 noun /ˈkɒləm/

column

Säule

Meaning

A vertical structure that supports a building; also a section of text arranged vertically in a newspaper or table.

Example

The ancient temple had tall marble columns.

Der alte Tempel hatte hohe Marmorsäulen.

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.

C1 verb /kɜːrˈteɪl/

curtail

einschränken

Meaning

to reduce or limit something, especially something considered undesirable

Example

The company had to curtail its spending due to budget cuts.

Das Unternehmen musste seine Ausgaben aufgrund von Haushaltskürzungen einschränken.

A2 noun /tʃeɪn/

chain

Kette

Meaning

a connected series of metal rings used for fastening or securing things; a series of connected events or businesses

Example

He wore a gold chain around his neck.

Er trug eine goldene Kette um seinen Hals.

B1 adjective, noun /ˈkɔːrpərət/

corporate

Bezogen auf ein Unternehmen/Korporation

Meaning

relating to a corporation or large company; united as a single body

Example

Corporate social responsibility is important for modern businesses.

Corporate soziale Verantwortung ist für moderne Unternehmen wichtig.

C1 adjective /kənˈtɪɡ.ju.əs/

contiguous

benachbart

Meaning

sharing a common border; touching

Example

The two continguous houses shared a wall.

Die beiden benachbarten Häuser teilten sich eine Wand.

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 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.

B1 adjective /ˈkɒn.stənt/

Constant

konstant; unveränderlich; stetig

Meaning

occurring continuously over a period of time; unchanging; steady

Example

The machine runs at a constant speed.

Die Maschine läuft mit konstanter Geschwindigkeit.

C2 adjective /ˈkɒnfluənt/

confluent

zusammenfließend

Meaning

Flowing together or merging; coming together at one point.

Example

The confluent streams formed a mighty river.

Die zusammenfließenden Bäche bildeten einen mächtigen Fluss.

C1 noun /kənˈsep.ʃən/

Conception

Konzeption; Idee; Befruchtung

Meaning

the forming of an idea or plan; the fertilization of an ovum by a sperm; the action of conceiving

Example

The conception of this innovative project took several months of brainstorming.

Die Konzeption dieses innovativen Projekts dauerte mehrere Monate intensiven Brainstormings.

C2 noun/verb /ˈkʌdʒ.əl/

cudgel

Knüppel

Meaning

A short, thick stick used as a weapon; to beat with a cudgel.

Example

The guard used a cudgel to chase away the thief.

Der Wächter benutzte einen Knüppel, um den Dieb zu vertreiben.

B1 noun ˈkraɪsɪs

crisis

Krise

Meaning

A time of intense difficulty, trouble, or danger.

Example

The financial crisis affected global markets.

Die Finanzkrise hat die globalen Märkte beeinflusst.

B1 adjective /kənˈvɪnst/

convinced

überzeugt

Meaning

completely certain or sure about something

Example

She was convinced that he was telling the truth.

Sie war überzeugt, dass er die Wahrheit sagte.

B1 noun /ˈkwaɪər/

choir

Chor

Meaning

An organized group of singers, typically performing in church services or concerts.

Example

The choir sang beautifully during the ceremony.

Der Chor sang wunderschön während der Zeremonie.

B2 noun /ˈkænvəs/

canvas

Meaning

A strong, coarse cloth used for tents, sails, or painting.

Example

The artist prepared a canvas for his new painting.

B1 noun kəˈmɪt.i

committee

Komitee

Meaning

A group of people appointed for a specific function by a larger group.

Example

A 65-member committee was formed.

Ein 65-köpfiges Komitee wurde gebildet.

C1 adjective /kənˈtɛmptʃuəs/

contemptuous

verachtend, abschätzig

Meaning

showing or expressing contempt; scornful

Example

She gave him a contemptuous glance.

Sie warf ihm einen verachtenden Blick zu.

B2 noun /ˈkɒntræktər/

contractor

Auftragnehmer

Meaning

a person or company that agrees to provide materials or labor to perform a service or do a job

Example

The contractor completed the building project on time.

Der Auftragnehmer hat das Bauprojekt pünktlich abgeschlossen.

C1 verb /ˈkænvəs/

canvass

Stimmen sammeln

Meaning

to solicit votes or opinions; to examine thoroughly; to discuss in detail

Example

They will canvass the neighborhood for votes.

Sie werden die Nachbarschaft für Stimmen abklappern.

C2 noun /ˈsɜːrtɪˌtjuːd/

certitude

Gewissheit

Meaning

Absolute certainty or conviction about something.

Example

She spoke with certitude about the outcome of the case.

Sie sprach mit Gewissheit über das Ergebnis des Falls.

B1 adjective /ˈkɒmplɪˌkeɪtɪd/

complicated

kompliziert

Meaning

consisting of many interconnected parts; difficult to understand

Example

The instructions for the machine are too complicated to follow.

Die Anweisungen für die Maschine sind zu kompliziert, um sie zu befolgen.

C2 adjective /kɔːrˈpɔːriəl/

corporeal

körperlich, materiell

Meaning

relating to the physical body; material or tangible

Example

Ghosts are often described as having no corporeal form.

Gespenster werden oft als ohne körperliche Form beschrieben.