B2 noun /krɑk pɑt/

Crock pot

Schongarer

Meaning

an electric cooking pot that cooks food slowly at low temperatures

Example

I put the chicken and vegetables in the crock pot before going to work.

Ich habe das Huhn und das Gemüse vor der Arbeit in den Schongarer gelegt.

B2 noun /ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/

coverage

Berichterstattung

Meaning

The extent or scope of something, such as insurance protection or media reporting.

Example

The news channel provided extensive coverage of the event.

Der Nachrichtensender bot umfassende Berichterstattung über das Ereignis.

B2 verb /kəmˈpoʊz/

compose

komponieren

Meaning

to create music or writing; to make up; to calm oneself

Example

She composes beautiful songs.

Sie komponiert wunderschöne Lieder.

B2 verb /ˈklærɪfaɪ/

clarify

klären

Meaning

to make clear; to explain more clearly

Example

The teacher clarifies the difficult concept.

Der Lehrer klärt das schwierige Konzept.

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 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 adverb /kənˈsɪstəntli/

consistently

konstant

Meaning

in a way that does not vary; regularly and dependably

Example

She has been performing consistently well in her studies.

Sie hat konstant gute Leistungen in ihrem Studium erbracht.

B2 noun /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 noun /kənˈkʌʃən/

concussion

Gehirnerschütterung

Meaning

A temporary unconsciousness or shock caused by a blow to the head.

Example

He suffered a concussion after falling from the bike.

Er erlitt eine Gehirnerschütterung, nachdem er vom Fahrrad gefallen war.

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 /kɔːrps/

corpse

Leiche

Meaning

a dead body, especially of a human

Example

The police discovered a corpse in the abandoned house.

Die Polizei entdeckte eine Leiche im verlassenen Haus.

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 /ˈkrɪtɪk/

critic

Kritiker

Meaning

A person who judges the merits of something, especially art or literature

Example

The film critic praised the director's latest movie.

Der Filmkritiker lobte den neuesten Film des Regisseurs.

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 /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.

B2 adjective /ˈsɛntɪɡreɪd/

centigrade

Zentigrad (Celsius)

Meaning

Relating to the Celsius temperature scale, where water freezes at 0° and boils at 100°.

Example

The weather forecast predicted 30 degrees centigrade.

Die Wettervorhersage sagte 30 Grad Celsius voraus.

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 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 /kəmˈpɑːrt.mənt/

Compartment

Abteil

Meaning

a separate section or division of a larger space, especially in a train

Example

We found seats in the first-class compartment.

Wir fanden Plätze im ersten Klasse Abteil.

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 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 adjective /ˈkʌnɪŋ/

cunning

gerissen

Meaning

Having or showing skill in achieving one's ends by deceit or evasion; cleverness in a tricky way.

Example

The cunning fox tricked the farmer.

Der gerissene Fuchs trickste den Bauern aus.

B2 adjective /ˈsɜːrkjələr/

circular

kreisförmig

Meaning

shaped like a circle; round in form

Example

The kids sat in a circular arrangement around the campfire.

Die Kinder saßen in einer kreisförmigen Anordnung um das Lagerfeuer.

B2 verb /kəmˈpraɪz/

comprise

bestehen

Meaning

To consist of or be made up of something.

Example

The committee comprises five members.

Das Komitee besteht aus fünf Mitgliedern.

B2 noun /ˈkæs.ər.oʊl bɑːks/

Casserole box

Auflaufform

Meaning

a covered dish used for cooking and serving food, especially baked dishes

Example

The casserole box kept the food warm during the dinner party.

Die Auflaufform hielt das Essen während der Dinnerparty warm.

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.

B2 noun kənˈsen.səs

consensus

Konsens

Meaning

A general agreement among all members of a group.

Example

Consensus was reached after long deliberation.

Ein Konsens wurde nach langer Beratung erreicht.

B2 noun /ˈkɑːmpaʊnd/

compound

Verbindung / eingezäuntes Gebiet

Meaning

a thing that is composed of two or more separate elements; an enclosed area with buildings

Example

The scientist studied the chemical compound in the lab.

Der Wissenschaftler studierte die chemische Verbindung im Labor.

B2 noun /ˈklær.ɪ.ti/

clarity

Klarheit

Meaning

The quality of being coherent and intelligible; transparency or lucidity.

Example

The speaker's clarity made the concept easy to understand.

Die Klarheit des Sprechers machte das Konzept leicht verständlich.

B2 noun /kəmˈpoʊnənt/

component

Komponente

Meaning

a part or element of a larger whole, especially a machine or system

Example

The engine is the most important component of the car.

Der Motor ist das wichtigste Bauteil des Autos.

B2 noun /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 adjective /ˈkrɛd.ɪ.bəl/

credible

glaubwürdig

Meaning

able to be believed; convincing

Example

Her explanation was credible enough to convince the committee.

Ihre Erklärung war glaubwürdig genug, um den Ausschuss zu überzeugen.

B2 verb /ˈkɒmbæt/

combat

kämpfen

Meaning

to fight against something, especially to reduce or stop it

Example

The government is taking steps to combat corruption.

Die Regierung ergreift Maßnahmen, um gegen Korruption zu kämpfen.

B2 noun /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 verb /kəˈmɛns/

commence

beginnen

Meaning

to begin or start something

Example

The ceremony will commence at noon.

Die Zeremonie wird um Mittag beginnen.

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 verb /kənˈstreɪn/

constrain

beschränken

Meaning

to limit or restrict someone or something; to force or compel

Example

The new regulations constrain businesses from polluting the environment.

Die neuen Vorschriften beschränken Unternehmen daran, die Umwelt zu verschmutzen.

B2 verb /ˈkeɪtər/

cater

anbieten

Meaning

To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.

Example

The company catered the wedding reception.

Das Unternehmen hat das Hochzeitsessen zubereitet.

B2 noun /kənˈsɛnt/

consent

Zustimmung

Meaning

permission for something to happen or agreement to do something

Example

She gave her consent before the operation.

Sie gab ihre Zustimmung vor der Operation.

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 noun/verb /ˈkɒmplɪmənt/

complement

Komplement

Meaning

something that completes or goes well with something; to add something that enhances or improves

Example

The scarf complements her outfit perfectly.

der Schal ergänzt ihr Outfit perfekt.

B2 noun /kənˈdenst mɪlk/

Condensed milk

Kondensmilch

Meaning

milk from which water has been removed and sugar added, creating a thick, sweet product

Example

The recipe calls for a can of condensed milk to make the dessert extra creamy.

Das Rezept verlangt nach einer Dose Kondensmilch, um das Dessert besonders cremig zu machen.

B2 verb /kənˈfaɪn/

confine

einsperren

Meaning

to restrict someone or something within certain limits; to keep someone in a closed space

Example

The prisoner was confined to his cell for 23 hours a day.

Der Gefangene war 23 Stunden am Tag in seiner Zelle eingesperrt.

B2 noun /ˈkæʒ.u.əl.ti/

Casualty

Opfer; Verletzter; Verlust

Meaning

a person killed or injured in a war or accident; a victim of circumstances

Example

The hospital treated many casualties from the car accident.

Das Krankenhaus behandelte viele Opfer des Autounfalls.

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 /ˈkɔːr.əs/

Chorus

Chor; ein Teil eines Liedes, der nach jeder Strophe wiederholt wird

Meaning

a large organized group of singers; a part of a song that is repeated after each verse

Example

The school chorus performed beautifully at the annual concert.

Der Schulchor hat wunderschön beim Jahreskonzert gesungen.

B2 noun /kənˌfɪɡəˈreɪʃən/

configuration

Konfiguration

Meaning

an arrangement of parts or elements in a particular form or structure

Example

The configuration of the system needs to be adjusted for better performance.

Die Konfiguration des Systems muss für eine bessere Leistung angepasst werden.

B2 noun /koʊˈɔːrdɪˌneɪtər/

coordinator

Koordinator

Meaning

a person who organizes people or activities so that they work well together

Example

The event coordinator managed everything perfectly.

Der Event-Koordinator hat alles perfekt organisiert.

B2 noun /ˈkɒləni/

colony

Kolonie

Meaning

a territory or community controlled by another country or group of people

Example

India was once a British colony.

Indien war einst eine britische Kolonie.

B2 noun /ˈkʊriər/

courier

Bote

Meaning

a person or company that delivers messages, packages, or mail

Example

The courier delivered the documents on time.

Der Bote lieferte die Dokumente pünktlich.

B2 noun /ˌkɔːriˈændər/

Coriander

Koriander

Meaning

aromatic herb with feathery leaves used for flavoring food; also refers to the seeds used as spice

Example

Fresh coriander leaves are sprinkled on top of the curry.

Frische Korianderblätter werden über das Curry gestreut.

B2 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 /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 adjective /ˈkɜːrtiəs/

courteous

höflich

Meaning

polite, respectful, or considerate in manner

Example

The staff at the hotel were very courteous to all guests.

Das Hotelpersonal war sehr höflich gegenüber allen Gästen.

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 kjuːz

cues

hinweise

Meaning

Signals or hints from conversation or environment that help understanding

Example

Facial expressions provide cues about a person's emotions.

Gesichtsausdrücke geben Hinweise auf die Emotionen einer Person.

B2 noun /ˈkjuː.bɪ.kəl/

cubicle

Büroabteil

Meaning

A small partitioned-off area of a room, typically in an office.

Example

She works in a cubicle with three other colleagues.

Sie arbeitet in einem Büroabteil mit drei anderen Kollegen.

B2 verb /kənˈsiːl/

conceal

verbergen

Meaning

to hide something or keep it secret

Example

He tried to conceal his disappointment behind a smile.

Er versuchte, seine Enttäuschung hinter einem Lächeln zu verbergen.

B2 noun /ˈtʃer.i ˌblɒs.əm/

Cherry Blossom

Kirschblüte

Meaning

the pink or white flowers of a cherry tree that bloom in spring

Example

The cherry blossoms bloom beautifully in April.

Die Kirschblüten blühen im April wunderschön.

B2 noun /ˈsaɪkloʊn/

cyclone

Zyklon

Meaning

a large-scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure; a violent tropical storm

Example

The cyclone caused severe flooding along the coast.

Der Zyklon verursachte schwere Überschwemmungen an der Küste.

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 verb /ˈkɒm.plɪ.keɪt/

complicate

komplizieren

Meaning

To make something more difficult or confusing.

Example

The new rules will only complicate the process.

Die neuen Regeln werden den Prozess nur komplizieren.

B2 adjective /kəʊˈhɪə.rənt/

coherent

kohärent

Meaning

Logical and consistent; forming a unified whole; clear and easy to understand.

Example

His speech was clear and coherent.

Seine Rede war klar und kohärent.

B2 verb /koʊˈɔːrdɪˌneɪt/

coordinate

koordinieren

Meaning

to organize people or things so that they work together effectively

Example

We need to coordinate our efforts to finish the project on time.

Wir müssen unsere Bemühungen koordinieren, um das Projekt rechtzeitig abzuschließen.

B2 noun ˈkærɪktər dɪˈvɛləpmənt

character development

Charakterentwicklung

Meaning

The process of creating a believable character in fiction by giving the character depth and personality.

Example

The character development of Sydney Carton is profound.

Die Charakterentwicklung von Sydney Carton ist tiefgründig.

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.

B2 adjective kəˈləʊ.ni.əl

colonial

kolonial

Meaning

Relating to or characteristic of a colony or colonialism, especially involving the control of one country by another.

Example

Colonial rule suppressed local governance.

Koloniale Herrschaft unterdrückte die lokale Regierung.

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 verb /kɑːrv/

carve

schnitzen

Meaning

To cut or shape something, especially wood or stone, into a desired form.

Example

The artist carved a beautiful statue out of marble.

Der Künstler schnitzte eine wunderschöne Statue aus Marmor.

B2 noun ˈkrɪt.ɪ.kəl ˈθɪŋ.kɪŋ

critical thinking

kritisches Denken

Meaning

The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment.

Example

Critical thinking helps in making informed decisions.

Kritisches Denken hilft, informierte Entscheidungen zu treffen.

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 /ˌkɒmplɪˈmɛntəri/

complementary

komplementär

Meaning

combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other

Example

The two partners have complementary skills.

Die beiden Partner haben komplementäre Fähigkeiten.

B2 noun /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/adjective /kənˈstɪtʃuənt/

constituent

Bestandteil / Wähler

Meaning

Noun: A member of a constituency or an essential part of something. Adjective: Being a necessary part of a whole.

Example

The senator met with his constituents to discuss local issues.

Der Senator traf sich mit seinen Wählern, um lokale Probleme zu besprechen.

B2 adjective /kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/

Convincing

überzeugend; glaubwürdig; überzeugend; fähig, jemanden dazu zu bringen, etwas zu glauben

Meaning

believable; credible; persuasive; able to make someone believe something

Example

His convincing argument won over the entire jury.

Sein überzeugendes Argument hat das ganze Jurymitglied gewonnen.

B2 phrase kəˈlek.tɪv ˈæk.ʃən

collective action

kollektives Handeln

Meaning

Action taken by a group of people working together toward a common goal or purpose.

Example

Collective action is needed to mitigate climate change.

Kollektives Handeln ist notwendig, um den Klimawandel zu mildern.

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 /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 adjective /kəˈmɛndəbl̩/

commendable

lobenswert

Meaning

deserving praise or approval

Example

Her dedication to the project was truly commendable.

Ihr Engagement für das Projekt war wirklich lobenswert.

B2 adjective /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.

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 noun /ˈkæp.ʃən/

caption

Untertitel

Meaning

a brief explanation or description accompanying an illustration or photograph

Example

The caption under the photo explained who the people were.

Der Untertitel unter dem Foto erklärte, wer die Personen waren.

B2 adjective /kɔːrs/

coarse

rau, grob

Meaning

Rough in texture or manner; not smooth or refined.

Example

The fabric felt coarse to the touch.

Der Stoff fühlte sich rau an.

B2 noun/verb /ˈtʃɑːrtər/

charter

charter / mieten

Meaning

a written document granting rights or privileges; to hire a vehicle or vessel for temporary use

Example

The company decided to charter a bus for the trip.

Das Unternehmen entschloss sich, einen Bus für die Reise zu chartern.

B2 noun /kənˈtɛmpt/

contempt

Verachtung

Meaning

a strong feeling of dislike and lack of respect towards someone or something

Example

He spoke with contempt about the corrupt officials.

Er sprach mit Verachtung über die korrupten Beamten.

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.

B2 adjective /ˈkɑːmjənl/

communal

gemeinschaftlich

Meaning

Shared by all members of a community; for common use.

Example

The villagers worked together in the communal garden.

Die Dorfbewohner arbeiteten gemeinsam im gemeinschaftlichen Garten.

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.

B2 noun /ˈkloʊʒər/

closure

Schließung

Meaning

the action or process of closing something, or the sense of finality or resolution.

Example

The closure of the company left many employees without jobs.

Die Schließung des Unternehmens hinterließ viele Mitarbeiter ohne Jobs.

B2 adjective /ˈkɒŋ.kriːt/

Concrete

fest; real; greifbar; konkret

Meaning

solid; real; tangible; actual and specific

Example

We need concrete evidence to support our claims.

Wir benötigen konkrete Beweise, um unsere Behauptungen zu stützen.

B2 noun /ˈkɜːr.tə.si/

Courtesy

Höflichkeit; Anstand;

Meaning

the showing of politeness in one's attitude and behavior toward others; a polite gesture or remark

Example

He showed great courtesy by holding the door open for elderly people.

Er zeigte große Höflichkeit, indem er die Tür für ältere Menschen offen hielt.

B2 adjective /ˈkjuːbən/

cuban

kubanisch

Meaning

relating to Cuba, its people, or its culture

Example

We enjoyed delicious Cuban coffee at the café.

Wir haben einen köstlichen kubanischen Kaffee im Café genossen.

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 /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 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 noun /ˌkovuːɪɡˈzɪs.təns/

Co-existence

Koexistenz

Meaning

the state of existing together at the same time or in the same place; peaceful cohabitation

Example

The peaceful co-existence of different cultures makes this city unique.

Die friedliche Koexistenz verschiedener Kulturen macht diese Stadt einzigartig.

B2 noun /ˈkʊk.uː/

Cuckoo

kuckuck

Meaning

a bird known for its distinctive call and for laying eggs in other birds' nests

Example

We heard the cuckoo calling from the forest early in the morning.

Wir haben den Kuckuck morgens im Wald singen hören.

B2 noun /ˈkɑn.trəˌvɜr.si/

Controversy

Kontroverse; Meinungsverschiedenheit

Meaning

prolonged public disagreement or heated discussion; a dispute or argument involving opposing viewpoints

Example

The new policy sparked a major controversy among the citizens.

Die neue Politik löste eine große Kontroverse unter den Bürgern aus.

B2 verb /ˈkærəktəraɪz/

characterize

charakterisieren

Meaning

to describe or portray the distinctive features or qualities of someone or something

Example

The author characterizes the hero as brave and selfless.

Der Autor charakterisiert den Helden als mutig und selbstlos.

B2 noun /ˈsɛmɪˌtɛri/

cemetery

Friedhof

Meaning

a place where dead people are buried

Example

The old cemetery is located at the edge of the village.

Der alte Friedhof befindet sich am Rande des Dorfes.

B2 noun kənˌtæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən

contamination

kontamination

Meaning

The process of making something less pure by exposure to or addition of a poisonous or polluting substance.

Example

Contamination of air leads to health issues.

Die Luftkontamination führt zu Gesundheitsproblemen.

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 verb kənˈdem

condemn

verurteilen

Meaning

To express complete disapproval of; to censure.

Example

The leaders condemned the actions as inhumane.

Die Führer verurteilten die Taten als unmenschlich.

B2 noun /kəˈlɛktər/

collector

Sammler

Meaning

a person who collects things as a hobby or job

Example

He is a stamp collector with thousands of rare items.

Er ist ein Briefmarkensammler mit Tausenden von seltenen Artikeln.

B2 noun /ˌkɒnsərˈveɪʃən ˈmuːvmənt/

Conservation Movement

Naturschutzbewegung

Meaning

A political, environmental, and social movement that seeks to protect natural resources including plant and animal species as well as their habitat for the future.

Example

The conservation movement began in the 19th century to protect wildlife.

Die Naturschutzbewegung begann im 19. Jahrhundert, um die Wildtiere zu schützen.

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 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.

B2 verb /klæʃ/

clash

Zusammenstoß

Meaning

to come into conflict or collision with something or someone.

Example

The two cars clashed in the intersection.

Die beiden Autos kollidierten an der Kreuzung.

B2 verb /kənˈstrʌkt/

construct

bauen

Meaning

to build or form something by putting parts together

Example

They plan to construct a new bridge over the river.

Sie planen, eine neue Brücke über den Fluss zu bauen.

B2 noun /ˌklæsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

classification

Klassifikation

Meaning

the action or process of classifying something into groups based on shared characteristics.

Example

The classification of animals helps in understanding their biology.

Die Klassifikation von Tieren hilft, ihre Biologie zu verstehen.

B2 noun /kɔːrd/

cord

Schnur

Meaning

a long, thin, flexible string or rope

Example

He tied the package with a strong cord.

Er band das Paket mit einer starken Schnur.

B2 noun /ˈkɒm.pɒ.stɪŋ/

composting

Kompostierung

Meaning

The process of recycling organic waste into fertile fertilizer.

Example

Composting reduces waste and enhances soil fertility.

Kompostierung reduziert Abfälle und verbessert die Bodenfruchtbarkeit.

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.

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.