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 noun /krɪˈeɪtə/

creator

Schöpfer

Meaning

a person who brings something into existence

Example

He is the creator of many successful startups.

Er ist der Schöpfer vieler erfolgreicher Startups.

B2 noun /sərˈkʌmfərəns/

circumference

Umfang

Meaning

the distance around the edge of a circle

Example

The teacher asked us to calculate the circumference of the circle.

Der Lehrer bat uns, den Umfang des Kreises zu berechnen.

B2 noun ˌkætəˈstrɒfɪk ɪˈvents

catastrophic events

katastrophale Ereignisse

Meaning

Extremely destructive or damaging events that cause widespread devastation.

Example

Cyclones are catastrophic events in Bangladesh.

Zyklone sind katastrophale Ereignisse in Bangladesch.

B2 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 verb /ˈkɒmpənseɪtɪd/

compensated

entschädigt

Meaning

to have been given something, typically money, as a recompense for loss, suffering, or work done

Example

The workers were compensated for their overtime hours.

Die Arbeiter wurden für ihre Überstunden entschädigt.

B2 verb /ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnd/

comprehend

verstehen

Meaning

to understand or grasp the meaning of something

Example

It is difficult to comprehend the scale of the disaster.

Es ist schwierig, das Ausmaß der Katastrophe zu begreifen.

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 noun /ˈkʌt.lət/

Cutlet

Kotelett

Meaning

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

Example

She served delicious chicken cutlets for dinner.

Sie servierte köstliche Hähnchen-Koteletts zum Abendessen.

B2 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 adjective ˈkɒɡnɪtɪv

cognitive

kognitiv

Meaning

Related to mental processes of perception, memory, judgment, and reasoning.

Example

Cognitive functions improve with practice and learning.

Kognitive Funktionen verbessern sich mit Übung und Lernen.

B2 adjective ˌkɑː.bən ˈnjuː.trəl

carbon-neutral

kohlenstoffneutral

Meaning

Having a balance between emitting carbon and absorbing carbon from the atmosphere; not adding to overall carbon emissions.

Example

The company aims to be carbon-neutral by 2030.

Das Unternehmen hat das Ziel, bis 2030 kohlenstoffneutral zu sein.

B2 verb /kəˈlæps/

collapse

kollabieren

Meaning

to fall down or inward suddenly; to break down completely

Example

The old building collapsed after the earthquake.

Das alte Gebäude kollabierte nach dem Erdbeben.

B2 noun /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 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 /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 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 adjective /kənˈsɜːvətɪv/

conservative

konservativ

Meaning

Favoring traditional views and values; resistant to change.

Example

He has conservative views on family and society.

Er hat konservative Ansichten über Familie und Gesellschaft.

B2 adjective /ˌkɒm.plɪˈmen.tər.i/

Complimentary

komplementär; lobend; kostenlos angeboten als Höflichkeit

Meaning

expressing praise or admiration; given or supplied free of charge as a courtesy

Example

The hotel offers complimentary breakfast for all guests.

Das Hotel bietet kostenloses Frühstück für alle Gäste an.

B2 noun /kəmˈplek.ʃən/

Complexion

Hautfarbe

Meaning

the natural color, texture, and appearance of a person's skin, especially on the face

Example

Her fair complexion glowed beautifully in the morning sunlight.

Ihre helle Haut strahlte wunderschön im Morgenlicht.

B2 noun /kəˈmiː.li.ən/

Chameleon

Chamäleon

Meaning

a lizard that can change color to match its surroundings

Example

The chameleon changed its color from green to brown.

Das Chamäleon änderte seine Farbe von grün zu braun.

B2 noun /kraɪˈtɪəriə/

criteria

Kriterium

Meaning

Standards or principles by which something is judged or decided.

Example

The candidates were evaluated based on strict criteria.

Die Kandidaten wurden nach strengen Kriterien bewertet.

B2 adjective /keɪˈɒtɪk/

Chaotic

chaotisch; unordentlich

Meaning

in a state of complete confusion and disorder

Example

The situation became chaotic after the announcement.

Die Situation wurde chaotisch nach der Ankündigung.

B2 verb /koʊp/

cope

bewältigen

Meaning

to deal effectively with something difficult

Example

She had to cope with a lot of pressure at work.

Sie musste mit viel Druck bei der Arbeit umgehen.

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 /ˈkæbɪnət/

Cabinet

Schrank

Meaning

a piece of furniture with doors and shelves used for storage

Example

The kitchen cabinet is full of dishes and utensils.

Der Küchenschrank ist voll mit Tellern und Utensilien.

B2 noun /kɒd fɪʃ/

Cod fish

Kabeljau

Meaning

A large marine fish with white flesh, commonly used for food

Example

The fisherman caught a large cod fish in the North Atlantic.

Der Fischer fing einen großen Kabeljau im Nordatlantik.

B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.tər/

counter

Theke

Meaning

a flat surface in a shop, bank, or kitchen where transactions or work are done

Example

The cashier stood behind the counter.

Der Kassierer stand hinter der Theke.

B2 adjective /ˈkɒnʃəs/

conscious

bewusst

Meaning

Aware of and responding to one's surroundings; awake.

Example

She was fully conscious after the surgery.

Sie war nach der Operation völlig bewusst.

B2 adjective /ˌkɑː.di.əʊˈvæs.kjʊ.lər/

cardiovascular

bezieht sich auf das Herz und die Blutgefäße

Meaning

Relating to the heart and blood vessels.

Example

Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health.

Regelmäßige Bewegung verbessert die kardiovaskuläre Gesundheit.

B2 adjective + noun kriˈeɪtɪv ɪɡˈzɪbɪts

creative exhibits

kreative Ausstellungen

Meaning

Artistic displays or presentations that show originality and imagination.

Example

The creative exhibits highlighted recycling possibilities.

Die kreativen Ausstellungen hoben die Möglichkeiten des Recyclings hervor.

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 verb /kənˈveɪ/

convey

übermitteln, kommunizieren, transportieren

Meaning

To communicate or make known; to transport or carry from one place to another.

Example

The teacher conveys the lesson clearly to students.

Der Lehrer übermittelt die Lektion klar an die Schüler.

B2 adverb /kənˈvɜːrsli/

conversely

im Gegensatz

Meaning

in an opposite or contrary manner

Example

He is rich, conversely, his brother struggles financially.

Er ist reich, im Gegensatz, sein Bruder kämpft finanziell.

B2 noun /kəʊˌɔːdɪˈneɪʃən/

coordination

koordination

Meaning

the process of organizing different elements to work together effectively

Example

The coordination between the teams was flawless.

Die Koordination zwischen den Teams war einwandfrei.

B2 verb /ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/

compromise

kompromittieren

Meaning

To expose or make vulnerable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute.

Example

Excessive sharing can compromise your privacy.

Übermäßiges Teilen kann deine Privatsphäre gefährden.

B2 verb, noun /kəˈmjuːt/

commute

Pendeln

Meaning

Verb: to travel regularly between home and work; Noun: the journey to and from work.

Example

He commutes two hours every day to reach his office.

Er pendelt jeden Tag zwei Stunden, um sein Büro zu erreichen.

B2 adverb /ˈtʃiːfli/

chiefly

hauptsächlich

Meaning

mainly; primarily

Example

The festival is celebrated chiefly by young people.

Das Festival wird hauptsächlich von jungen Leuten gefeiert.

B2 noun ˈkæp.sjuːl

capsule

Kapsel. Ein kleines lösliches Gehäuse aus Gelatine, das eine Dosis Medizin enthält und im Ganzen geschluckt wird.

Meaning

A small soluble case of gelatin containing a dose of medicine, swallowed whole.

Example

Capsules contain controlled environments.

Kapseln enthalten kontrollierte Umgebungen.

B2 noun /kənˈdʒes.tʃən/

congestion

Stau

Meaning

A situation in which a place is too blocked or crowded, causing difficulties.

Example

Urban congestion leads to longer travel times.

Städtische Staus führen zu längeren Reisezeiten.

B2 verb, noun /ˈkɒntɛst/

contest

wettbewerb, herausfordern

Meaning

verb: to compete or challenge; noun: a competition or dispute

Example

She decided to contest the election against the incumbent.

Sie entschied sich, die Wahl gegen den amtierenden Kandidaten anzufechten.

B2 noun /ˌkɑːrboʊˈhaɪdreɪt/

carbohydrate

Kohlenhydrat

Meaning

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

Example

Rice and potatoes are rich in carbohydrates.

Reis und Kartoffeln sind reich an Kohlenhydraten.

B2 verb /kənˈfaɪd/

confide

vertraulich erzählen

Meaning

To tell someone about a secret or private matter while trusting them not to repeat it.

Example

He confided his worries to his best friend.

Er vertraute sich seinem besten Freund an.

B2 adjective /ˈkɒm.pɪ.tənt/

Competent

kompetent; fähig

Meaning

having the necessary skill or knowledge to do something successfully; capable

Example

She is a competent manager who handles all tasks efficiently.

Sie ist eine kompetente Managerin, die alle Aufgaben effizient erledigt.

B2 adjective /ˈkɒmp(ə)rəbl/

comparable

vergleichbar

Meaning

Able to be likened to something else in size, amount, or quality.

Example

The two products are comparable in quality but differ in price.

Die beiden Produkte sind in der Qualität vergleichbar, unterscheiden sich aber im Preis.

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 /kəˈlɑːʒ/

collage

Collage

Meaning

A piece of art made by sticking various materials such as photographs or paper onto a surface.

Example

She created a collage using old magazine pictures.

Sie hat ein Collage mit alten Zeitschriftenbildern gemacht.

B2 noun /kəˈrɪkjələm/

curriculum

Lehrplan

Meaning

The subjects comprising a course of study in a school, college, or university.

Example

The school updated its curriculum to include more digital literacy courses.

Die Schule hat ihren Lehrplan aktualisiert, um mehr digitale Alphabetisierungskurse einzubeziehen.

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 verb /kənˈsɒl.ɪ.deɪt/

consolidate

konsolidieren

Meaning

To combine things in order to make them more effective or easier to handle.

Example

The company aims to consolidate its market position.

Das Unternehmen hat das Ziel, seine Marktposition zu konsolidieren.

B2 adjective /kənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/

Conditional

konditionell; bedingt

Meaning

dependent on certain conditions; not absolute

Example

The job offer is conditional upon passing the background check.

Das Jobangebot ist konditional abhängig vom Bestehen der Hintergrundüberprüfung.

B2 adjective /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 noun/verb /sɪˈmɛnt/

cement

Zement / zementieren

Meaning

a powdery substance that binds materials together; to make something strong or permanent

Example

The treaty helped cement the relationship between the two countries.

Der Vertrag half, die Beziehung zwischen den beiden Ländern zu zementieren.

B2 noun /kleɪ/

clay

Ton

Meaning

a natural material made of fine earth that becomes hard when baked, used for making pottery

Example

The artist molded the wet clay into a beautiful vase.

Der Künstler formte den nassen Ton zu einer schönen Vase.

B2 noun ˈkɛmɪkəl weɪst

chemical waste

chemischer Abfall

Meaning

Waste material from industrial or laboratory processes that contains harmful chemicals.

Example

Chemical waste pollutes water bodies.

Chemischer Abfall verunreinigt Gewässer.

B2 noun /ˈtʃeɪmbər/

chamber

Kammer

Meaning

a large room used for formal or public events, or a private room.

Example

The king held meetings in his private chamber.

Der König hielt in seiner privaten Kammer Besprechungen ab.

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 /kəˈrɛspɒndɪŋ/

corresponding

entsprechend

Meaning

matching or related to something

Example

The corresponding page in the book explains the process in detail.

Die entsprechende Seite im Buch erklärt den Prozess im Detail.

B2 adjective /ˈklʌm.zi/

clumsy

ungeschickt

Meaning

awkward in movement or lacking skill

Example

He is so clumsy that he drops things all the time.

Er ist so ungeschickt, dass er ständig Dinge fallen lässt.

B2 noun ˌkɒm.prɪˈhɛn.ʃən

comprehension

Verständnis

Meaning

The ability to understand something; understanding or grasp of knowledge.

Example

Reading improves vocabulary and comprehension skills.

Lesen verbessert den Wortschatz und das Verständnis.

B2 noun /kənˌtɪn.juˈeɪ.ʃən/

continuation

Fortsetzung

Meaning

the action of carrying something on over time; extension

Example

The continuation of the series was announced after the finale.

Die Fortsetzung der Serie wurde nach dem Finale angekündigt.

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 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 /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 /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 verb /kənˈsɜːrv/

conserve

bewahren

Meaning

to protect something from harm or destruction; to use resources carefully to avoid waste

Example

We must conserve water during the dry season.

Wir müssen Wasser während der Trockenzeit sparen.

B2 noun ক্লাইম্যাটিক কন্ডিশন্স

climatic conditions

klimatische Bedingungen

Meaning

The atmospheric or weather patterns of a particular region.

Example

Specific climatic conditions are required for snowfall.

Für Schneefall sind bestimmte klimatische Bedingungen erforderlich.

B2 noun /ˈtʃæpəl/

chapel

Kapelle

Meaning

A small church or a room used for Christian worship, often within a larger building.

Example

The couple got married in a small countryside chapel.

Das Paar heiratete in einer kleinen Kapelle auf dem Land.

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 /ˈkɑn.ʃəns/

Conscience

Gewissen, Moral, inneres Gefühl

Meaning

an inner feeling or voice viewed as acting as a guide to the rightness or wrongness of one's behavior

Example

His conscience prevented him from lying to his parents about his grades.

Sein Gewissen hinderte ihn daran, seinen Eltern über seine Noten zu lügen.

B2 noun /ˈkɒmjʊnɪst/

communist

Kommunist

Meaning

a person who supports or believes in the principles of communism

Example

The communist ideology aims for a classless society.

Die kommunistische Ideologie strebt nach einer klassenlosen Gesellschaft.

B2 noun /kəˈroʊnə/

corona

eine Krone oder eine kranzähnliche Struktur; bezieht sich auch auf die äußere Atmosphäre der Sonne

Meaning

a crown or crown-like structure; also refers to the outer atmosphere of the sun

Example

The sun's corona was visible during the total solar eclipse.

Die Korona der Sonne war während der totalen Sonnenfinsternis sichtbar.

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 /kloʊv/

Clove

Nelke

Meaning

aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family Myrtaceae, used as a spice

Example

She added a few cloves to the mulled wine for extra flavor.

Sie fügte einige Nelken zum Glühwein hinzu, um mehr Geschmack zu verleihen.

B2 verb /kənˈfes/

confess

zugeben

Meaning

to admit guilt or wrongdoing; to acknowledge

Example

He confessed his mistake to his teacher.

Er gab seinen Fehler seinem Lehrer zu.

B2 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 adjective /kənˈtɛmpərɛri/

contemporary

zeitgenössisch, modern

Meaning

belonging to the same time period; modern

Example

She enjoys contemporary art exhibitions.

Sie genießt zeitgenössische Kunstausstellungen.

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 kəˈlɛktɪv

collective

kollektiv

Meaning

Done by people acting as a group; shared by all members of a group.

Example

Victory Day represents our collective pride.

Der Tag des Sieges repräsentiert unseren kollektiven Stolz.

B2 noun /kənˈvɛn.ʃən.əl ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ/

conventional farming

konventionelle Landwirtschaft

Meaning

Traditional farming method using synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and modern technology.

Example

Conventional farming increases crop production using fertilizers.

Die konventionelle Landwirtschaft steigert die Ernteproduktion unter Verwendung von Düngemitteln.

B2 verb /kənˈfɜːr/

confer

beraten / verleihen

Meaning

to discuss something important or to grant or bestow something

Example

The committee will confer to decide on the new policy.

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

B2 noun /kənˈstɪtʃ.u.ənts/

constituents

bestandteile

Meaning

Components or elements used to create something.

Example

Proteins and vitamins are essential constituents of a healthy diet.

Proteine und Vitamine sind wesentliche Bestandteile einer gesunden Ernährung.

B2 noun /ˈkɒn.trɪ.bjʊ.tər/

contributor

Mitwirkender

Meaning

a person who gives something to help achieve a result

Example

He was a regular contributor to the local newspaper.

Er war ein regelmäßiger Mitwirkender der lokalen Zeitung.

B2 noun ˌkʌl.tɪˈveɪ.ʃən

cultivation

Anbau

Meaning

The practice of preparing and using land for crops or gardening; the action of improving or developing something.

Example

The cultivation of organic crops has increased worldwide.

Der Anbau von Bio-Kulturen hat weltweit zugenommen.

B2 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 noun, verb /kjuːb/

cube

Würfel

Meaning

As a noun: a solid object with six equal square faces. As a verb: to cut food into small square pieces.

Example

She put a sugar cube in her tea.

Sie hat einen Würfel Zucker in ihren Tee gelegt.

B2 noun /kəmˈplaɪ.əns/

compliance

Einhaltung

Meaning

The practice of conforming to rules, regulations, or laws; obedience to orders or instructions.

Example

Schools expect compliance with their rules and policies.

Schulen erwarten die Einhaltung ihrer Regeln und Richtlinien.

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 verb /kəˈmɛns/

commence

beginnen

Meaning

to begin or start something

Example

The ceremony will commence at noon.

Die Zeremonie wird um Mittag beginnen.

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 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 adjective /ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/

cynical

zynisch

Meaning

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

Example

She was cynical about the politician's promises.

Sie war zynisch gegenüber den Versprechungen des Politikers.

B2 noun /ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

certification

Zertifizierung

Meaning

the process of officially recognizing or confirming that something or someone meets required standards; an official document proving qualification

Example

She received her professional certification after completing the training program.

Sie erhielt ihre berufliche Zertifizierung nach Abschluss des Trainingsprogramms.

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 noun /ˈklʌstər/

cluster

Traube

Meaning

a group of similar things or people positioned close together

Example

The grapes grew in a tight cluster.

Die Trauben wuchsen in einem dichten Trauben.

B2 noun /tʃʌŋk/

chunk

Stück / Brocken

Meaning

a thick or solid piece of something

Example

She cut the cake into large chunks.

Sie schnitt den Kuchen in große Stücke.

B2 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 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 noun /ˈtʃɪk piː/

Chick pea

kichererbsen

Meaning

round beige legume; protein-rich pulse used in various dishes

Example

Soak the chick peas overnight before cooking them for better digestion.

Lassen Sie die Kichererbsen über Nacht einweichen, bevor Sie sie kochen, um die Verdauung zu verbessern.

B2 adjective /kənˈvɜːrtəbl/

convertible

Cabriolet, Auto mit faltbarem Dach

Meaning

able to be changed into a different form or use; also a car with a roof that can be folded down

Example

She drove her new convertible along the coastal road.

Sie fuhr ihr neues Cabriolet auf der Küstenstraße.

B2 noun /ˈkɑːrɡoʊ/

cargo

Fracht

Meaning

goods carried by a ship, plane, or other transport

Example

The ship was loaded with valuable cargo.

Das Schiff war mit wertvoller Fracht beladen.

B2 adjective /ˈtʃær.ɪ.tə.bəl/

Charitable

wohltätig; großzügig; gütig

Meaning

generous in giving to those in need; showing kindness

Example

She is known for her charitable work in the community.

Sie ist bekannt für ihre wohltätige Arbeit in der Gemeinde.

B2 verb /kloʊð/

clothe

kleiden

Meaning

to put clothes on; to dress; to provide with clothing

Example

She clothed the baby in warm garments.

Sie kleidete das Baby in warme Kleidung.

B2 verb /kənˈsiːv/

conceive

begreifen, schwanger werden

Meaning

to form or imagine an idea in the mind; to become pregnant

Example

It is hard to conceive how such an idea could succeed.

Es ist schwer vorzustellen, wie eine solche Idee erfolgreich sein könnte.

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 ˌkɒn.ekˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

connectivity

Konnektivität

Meaning

The state of being connected or interconnected; the capacity for the interconnection of platforms, systems, and applications.

Example

Improved connectivity boosts economic development.

Verbesserte Konnektivität fördert die wirtschaftliche Entwicklung.

B2 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 kəˈlaɪd

collide

zusammenstoßen, kollidieren

Meaning

Hit with force when moving; come into conflict or opposition.

Example

The two cars collided at the intersection.

Die beiden Autos kollidierten an der Kreuzung.

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 noun /kəˈmɒ.dɪ.tiz/

commodities

Waren

Meaning

Raw materials or primary agricultural products that can be bought and sold.

Example

The prices of commodities like oil and gold fluctuate frequently.

Die Preise von Waren wie Öl und Gold schwanken häufig.

B2 noun /ˈkæt fɪʃ/

Cat fish

Wels

Meaning

a freshwater fish with whisker-like barbels around the mouth, commonly found in ponds and rivers

Example

Catfish is often fried and served with rice in Bengali cuisine.

Wels wird oft frittiert und mit Reis in der bengalischen Küche serviert.

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 /kəmˈplɛksɪti/

complexity

Komplexität

Meaning

The state of being complex; intricacy.

Example

The complexity of the problem required a team of experts.

Die Komplexität des Problems erforderte ein Expertenteam.

B2 noun /kroʊ/

Crow

rabe

Meaning

a large black bird known for its intelligence and harsh call

Example

The crow cawed loudly from the tree branch.

Der Rabe krächzte laut vom Baumast.

B2 noun /kaʊtʃ/

sorgenfrei; unbeschwert;

Meaning

free from anxiety or responsibility; lighthearted; worry-free

Example

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

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