B2 noun /ˌdek.ləˈreɪ.ʃən/

Declaration

Erklärung; Ankündigung; Proklamation

Meaning

a formal or explicit statement or announcement; an official proclamation

Example

The president's declaration of independence marked a historic moment for the nation.

Die Unabhängigkeitserklärung des Präsidenten markierte einen historischen Moment für die Nation.

B2 adjective /dɪˈpɛndəbl/

dependable

zuverlässig

Meaning

able to be trusted or relied on; consistently reliable

Example

She is a dependable colleague who always meets deadlines.

Sie ist eine zuverlässige Kollegin, die immer Termine einhält.

B2 verb /ˈdɪkteɪt/

dictate

diktieren

Meaning

to say words aloud for someone to write down; to give orders

Example

The boss dictates letters to his secretary.

Der Chef diktiert Briefe an seinen Sekretär.

B2 verb /dʌmp/

dump

etwas achtlos wegwerfen oder ablegen

Meaning

to drop or dispose of something carelessly; to end a relationship suddenly

Example

He dumped all the trash into the bin.

Er hat den ganzen Müll in den Mülleimer geworfen.

B2 noun /dɪsˈɡreɪs/

Disgrace

Schande; Unwürdigkeit; Peinlichkeit

Meaning

loss of reputation or respect as the result of a dishonorable action; a shameful situation

Example

His arrest brought disgrace upon his entire family and reputation.

Seine Festnahme brachte Schande über seine ganze Familie und seinen Ruf.

B2 noun /dɪˈpləʊməsi/

diplomacy

Diplomatie

Meaning

The profession, activity, or skill of managing international relations or handling affairs tactfully.

Example

Effective diplomacy helped avoid the conflict.

Effektive Diplomatie half dabei, den Konflikt zu vermeiden.

B2 noun /ˈdef.ə.sɪt/

Deficit

defizit; mangel

Meaning

the amount by which something is too small; a shortfall or lack

Example

The government faced a budget deficit of millions due to increased spending.

Die Regierung hatte aufgrund der gestiegenen Ausgaben ein Haushaltsdefizit in Millionenhöhe.

B2 noun /ˈdeɪ.tə briːtʃ/

data breach

Datenpanne

Meaning

Unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information through security violation

Example

A data breach exposed millions of users' passwords.

Ein Datenleck hat Millionen von Benutzerpasswörtern offengelegt.

B2 verb /dɪˈpraɪv/

deprive

berauben

Meaning

to take something away from someone, or prevent them from having it

Example

The new law may deprive people of their rights.

Das neue Gesetz könnte den Menschen ihre Rechte rauben.

B2 noun /ˈdrɔː.bæk/

Drawback

Nachteil; Problem; Mangel

Meaning

a feature that renders something less acceptable; a disadvantage or problem

Example

The main drawback of living in the city is the high cost of housing.

Der Hauptnachteil des Lebens in der Stadt ist die hohe Wohnungskosten.

B2 noun /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːmənt/

disagreement

Meinungsverschiedenheit

Meaning

a failure to agree or a difference in opinion

Example

Their disagreement on the issue caused a delay in the project.

Ihre Meinungsverschiedenheit über das Thema führte zu einer Verzögerung des Projekts.

B2 adjective /ˌdɪp.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Diplomatic

diplomatisch; geschickt im Umgang mit Beziehungen

Meaning

relating to diplomacy; tactful; skilled in managing relationships

Example

She gave a diplomatic answer to avoid offending anyone.

Sie gab eine diplomatische Antwort, um niemanden zu beleidigen.

B2 adjective /dɪˈzæs.trəs/

Disastrous

katastrophal

Meaning

extremely bad or unsuccessful; causing great damage

Example

The hurricane had disastrous effects on the city.

Der Hurrikan hatte katastrophale Auswirkungen auf die Stadt.

B2 verb /dɪˈvaɪz/

devise

entwerfen

Meaning

To plan or invent something carefully.

Example

The engineers devised a new method to reduce costs.

Die Ingenieure haben eine neue Methode entwickelt, um Kosten zu senken.

B2 verb /dreɪn/

drain

abfließen

Meaning

to cause liquid to flow away from something; to remove liquid

Example

He drained the pasta before adding the sauce.

Er hat die Pasta vor dem Hinzufügen der Sauce abgelassen.

B2 noun /doʊ/

dough

Teig

Meaning

a mixture of flour, water, and other ingredients used to make bread or pastries

Example

She kneaded the dough for ten minutes before baking.

Sie knetete den Teig zehn Minuten lang, bevor sie ihn buk.

B2 verb /dɪˈtætʃ/

detach

abtrennen

Meaning

to separate or remove something from something else

Example

She detached the page from the notebook.

Sie hat die Seite aus dem Notizbuch abgetrennt.

B2 verb /draʊn/

drown

ertrinken

Meaning

to die or cause to die by being submerged in and inhaling water

Example

He nearly drowned while swimming in the river.

Er ertrank fast, als er im Fluss schwamm.

B2 noun /ˈdɛltə/

delta

Delta

Meaning

A landform at the mouth of a river where it splits into several outlets.

Example

The Nile Delta is one of the most fertile regions in Egypt.

Das Nil-Delta ist eine der fruchtbarsten Regionen in Ägypten.

B2 noun ˌdiː.fɒr.ɪˈsteɪ.ʃən

deforestation

Abholzung

Meaning

The action of clearing a wide area of trees; the permanent destruction of forests in order to make the land available for other uses.

Example

Deforestation accelerates the loss of biodiversity.

Abholzung beschleunigt den Verlust der biologischen Vielfalt.

B2 noun /ˈdɔːr.mæt/

Door-mat

Türmatte

Meaning

a mat placed in front of a door for wiping feet

Example

Please wipe your feet on the door-mat before entering the house.

Bitte wischen Sie Ihre Füße auf der Türmatte ab, bevor Sie das Haus betreten.

B2 verb /ˈdɒmɪneɪt/

dominate

dominieren

Meaning

to have power or control over something or someone

Example

The company dominates the smartphone market.

Das Unternehmen dominiert den Smartphone-Markt.

B2 noun /dɪˈveləpər/

developer

Entwickler

Meaning

a person or company that creates software, buildings, or land projects

Example

She works as a software developer at a tech company.

Sie arbeitet als Softwareentwicklerin in einem Technologieunternehmen.

B2 adjective /dɪˈsɛptɪv/

deceptive

täuschend

Meaning

Giving an appearance or impression different from the truth; misleading.

Example

Appearances can be deceptive.

Erscheinungen können täuschend sein.

B2 adjective /dʌm/

Dumb

dumm; stumm; idiotisch

Meaning

unable to speak; silent; lacking intelligence; stupid

Example

She remained dumb during the entire meeting.

Sie blieb während des gesamten Treffens stumm.

B2 verb /dɪˈfaɪ/

defy

widersetzen

Meaning

to openly resist or refuse to obey someone or something; to challenge or dare someone to do something

Example

The protesters continued to defy the government's ban on public gatherings.

Die Demonstranten widersetzten sich weiterhin dem Regierungsbann auf öffentliche Versammlungen.

B2 adjective /dɪˈfektɪv/

Defective

defekt; unvollständig

Meaning

having faults or defects; imperfect

Example

The defective product was returned to the store.

Das defekte Produkt wurde zurückgegeben.

B2 noun /ˈdiːtʊr/

detour

Umweg

Meaning

A longer or less direct route taken to avoid something or reach a destination.

Example

We had to take a detour because the main road was closed.

Wir mussten einen Umweg nehmen, weil die Hauptstraße gesperrt war.

B2 noun dɪˈskrɛʃən

discretion

Diskretion

Meaning

The quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information.

Example

She handled the situation with great discretion.

Sie ging mit großer Diskretion mit der Situation um.

B2 noun /ˌdɪsəˈpruːvəl/

disapproval

Missbilligung

Meaning

The expression of an unfavorable opinion or judgment

Example

Her parents showed clear disapproval of her decision to drop out of college.

Ihre Eltern zeigten deutliche Missbilligung gegenüber ihrer Entscheidung, das College abzubrechen.

B2 adjective /dɪˈvoʊtɪd/

devoted

hingebungsvoll

Meaning

Very loving, loyal, or dedicated.

Example

She is a devoted mother who always puts her children first.

Sie ist eine hingebungsvolle Mutter, die immer ihre Kinder an erste Stelle setzt.

B2 noun /ˌdɛm.əˈɡræf.ɪks/

Demographics

Demografie

Meaning

Statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.

Example

Demographics help in targeted advertising.

Demografische Daten helfen bei gezielter Werbung.

B2 noun /ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/

distribution

Verteilung

Meaning

the act of sharing or delivering something to multiple people or places

Example

The company manages the distribution of food supplies to rural areas.

Das Unternehmen verwaltet die Verteilung von Lebensmittelvorräten in ländliche Gebiete.

B2 adjective /daɪˈnæm.ɪk/

dynamic

dynamisch

Meaning

Characterized by constant change, activity, or progress.

Example

Life flows in a dynamic stream.

Das Leben fließt in einem dynamischen Strom.

B2 verb /ˈdæzəl/

dazzle

blenden

Meaning

to impress deeply or blind with brilliance or skill

Example

The magician's tricks dazzled the audience.

Die Tricks des Magiers haben das Publikum geblendet.

B2 adverb /ˈdʌbli/

doubly

doppelt

Meaning

in a twofold manner; to twice the degree

Example

She felt doubly fortunate after winning the prize and getting a promotion.

Sie fühlte sich doppelt so glücklich, nachdem sie den Preis gewonnen und eine Beförderung erhalten hatte.

B2 noun /dwɔːrf/

dwarf

Zwerg

Meaning

a person, animal, or plant much smaller than average

Example

Snow White lived with seven dwarfs.

Schneewittchen lebte mit sieben Zwergen.

B2 adjective /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒd/

disadvantaged

benachteiligt

Meaning

Lacking the basic resources or conditions needed for a good standard of living or equal opportunities.

Example

The program provides support to disadvantaged children.

Das Programm bietet Unterstützung für benachteiligte Kinder.

B2 adjective /dɪˈstɪŋkt/

Distinct

ausgeprägt; einzigartig; klar; erkennbar

Meaning

separate and different; clear and recognizable; unique

Example

Each painting has its own distinct style and character.

Jedes Gemälde hat seinen eigenen, markanten Stil und Charakter.

B2 noun /ˈdel.ɪ.ɡət/

Delegate

Delegierter

Meaning

a person chosen or elected to act for or represent others; representative

Example

Each country sent a delegate to participate in the international conference.

Jedes Land schickte einen Delegierten, um an der internationalen Konferenz teilzunehmen.

B2 adjective /dɪˈstɪŋktɪv/

distinctive

markant

Meaning

having a quality or characteristic that makes something different and easily noticed

Example

The restaurant is known for its distinctive flavors.

Das Restaurant ist bekannt für seine markanten Geschmacksrichtungen.

B2 verb /dæʃ/

dash

sich schnell und plötzlich bewegen; etwas gewaltsam schlagen oder zerbrechen

Meaning

to move quickly and suddenly; to strike or break something violently

Example

She dashed across the street to catch the bus.

Sie rannte schnell die Straße entlang, um den Bus zu erwischen.

B2 verb /dɪˈtɜːr/

deter

abschrecken, entmutigen

Meaning

to discourage someone from doing something by instilling doubt or fear

Example

High fines are meant to deter people from breaking the law.

Hohe Geldstrafen sollen die Menschen davon abhalten, das Gesetz zu brechen.

B2 verb /dɪˈstrækt/

distract

ablenken

Meaning

to take someone's attention away from what they are doing or focusing on

Example

The loud noise distracted her during the exam.

Der laute Lärm hat sie während der Prüfung abgelenkt.

B2 adjective /ˈdred.fəl/

Dreadful

schrecklich; furchtbar; entsetzlich

Meaning

extremely bad or unpleasant; causing fear or suffering; terrible

Example

The weather was dreadful during our vacation.

Das Wetter war schrecklich während unseres Urlaubs.

B2 adjective /dɪˈprɛst/

depressed

deprimiert

Meaning

Feeling very sad and without hope; in a state of unhappiness.

Example

She felt depressed after losing her job.

Sie fühlte sich deprimiert, nachdem sie ihren Job verloren hatte.

B2 verb /dɪˈskrɪmɪˌneɪt/

discriminate

diskriminieren

Meaning

To treat someone unfairly based on race, gender, or other differences; or to recognize a distinction.

Example

The law prohibits employers from discriminating against women.

Das Gesetz verbietet es Arbeitgebern, gegen Frauen zu diskriminieren.

B2 noun /dɪˈsen.dənt/

Descendant

Nachfahre

Meaning

a person who is descended from a particular ancestor; offspring of a later generation

Example

She discovered that she was a descendant of European royalty through genealogy research.

Sie entdeckte, dass sie eine Nachfahrin des europäischen Königshauses war, durch genealogische Forschung.

B2 noun /ˈdiːmən/

demon

dämon

Meaning

an evil spirit or devil

Example

The story was about a demon who haunted the village.

Die Geschichte handelte von einem Dämon, der das Dorf heimsuchte.

B2 adjective dɪˈlɪbəreɪt

deliberate

absichtlich gemacht

Meaning

Done consciously and intentionally; carefully considered.

Example

His deliberate actions showed great care and thoughtfulness.

Seine absichtlichen Handlungen zeigten große Sorgfalt und Nachdenklichkeit.

B2 verb /daɪˈvɜːrt/

divert

umleiten

Meaning

to turn aside from a course; to redirect or entertain

Example

The police diverted traffic to a side road.

Die Polizei leitete den Verkehr auf eine Nebenstraße um.

B2 adjective /ˈdevəsteɪtɪŋ/

devastating

verheerend

Meaning

causing severe shock, distress, or destruction; extremely damaging or upsetting

Example

The earthquake had a devastating effect on the city.

Das Erdbeben hatte eine verheerende Auswirkung auf die Stadt.

B2 adverb dɪˈlɪb.ər.ət.li

deliberately

absichtlich

Meaning

Consciously and intentionally; on purpose.

Example

The actions were deliberately planned to cause harm.

Die Handlungen wurden absichtlich geplant, um Schaden zu verursachen.

B2 adjective/noun ˌdem.əˈɡræf.ɪk

demographic

demografisch

Meaning

Relating to the structure of populations; statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.

Example

The company analyzes demographic trends before launching a product.

Das Unternehmen analysiert demografische Trends, bevor es ein Produkt auf den Markt bringt.

B2 adjective /ˈdɪl.ɪ.dʒənt/

Diligent

fleißig

Meaning

hardworking and careful; showing persistent effort

Example

She is a diligent student who studies every day.

Sie ist eine fleißige Studentin, die jeden Tag lernt.

B2 verb /dɪˈtekt/

detect

erkennen

Meaning

to discover or identify the presence or existence of something; to notice something that is not immediately obvious

Example

The security system can detect movement in the building.

Das Sicherheitssystem kann Bewegung im Gebäude erkennen.

B2 verb /dɪˈspætʃ/

dispatch

verschicken

Meaning

to send off to a destination or for a purpose

Example

The company dispatched aid to the flood victims.

Das Unternehmen hat Hilfsgüter an die Überschwemmungsopfer gesendet.

B2 adjective /dɪˈfensɪv/

Defensive

defensiv

Meaning

used or intended to defend or protect; showing a tendency to react in an angry or hurt way when criticized

Example

He became defensive when criticized about his work.

Er wurde defensiv, als er wegen seiner Arbeit kritisiert wurde.

B2 verb /dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃ/

distinguish

unterscheiden

Meaning

to recognize or show the differences between two or more things; to set apart as different

Example

It can be difficult to distinguish between truth and rumor.

Es kann schwierig sein, zwischen Wahrheit und Gerücht zu unterscheiden.

B2 verb /dɒdʒ/

dodge

ausweichen

Meaning

to move quickly to one side to avoid something; to avoid dealing with something cleverly or dishonestly

Example

The boxer managed to dodge his opponent's punch.

Der Boxer schaffte es, dem Schlag seines Gegners auszuweichen.

B2 verb /daɪ/

dye

färben

Meaning

to change the color of something using a chemical substance

Example

She will dye her hair blonde tomorrow.

Sie wird morgen ihre Haare blond färben.

B2 adjective /ˈdɒm.ɪ.nənt/

Dominant

dominant; einflussreich; am wichtigsten

Meaning

controlling, influencing, or prevailing over others; most important or powerful

Example

The dominant player controlled the entire basketball game.

Der dominante Spieler kontrollierte das gesamte Basketballspiel.

B2 noun /dɪˈstrækʃənz/

distractions

Ablenkungen

Meaning

Things that prevent someone from concentrating on something else.

Example

Eliminate distractions for better productivity.

Eliminiere die Ablenkungen für bessere Produktivität.

B2 verb /dɪˈpɪkt/

depict

darstellen

Meaning

to represent or show something in a picture, story, or other art form

Example

The painting depicts a beautiful sunset over the sea.

Das Gemälde stellt einen schönen Sonnenuntergang über dem Meer dar.

B2 noun /den/

Den

Höhle; gemütlicher Raum; Ort für illegale Aktivitäten

Meaning

a wild animal's lair or home; a small, comfortable room; a place for illegal activities

Example

The fox disappeared into its den when it sensed danger approaching.

Der Fuchs verschwand in seiner Höhle, als er Gefahr nahen fühlte.

B2 noun /ˌdiː.haɪˈdreɪʃən/

dehydration

Dehydration

Meaning

A condition in which the body or tissue lacks adequate water content.

Example

Dehydration can lead to fatigue and confusion.

Dehydration kann zu Müdigkeit und Verwirrung führen.

B2 adjective /ˈdaʊt.fəl/

Doubtful

zweifelhaft; unsicher; sich unsicher fühlen über etwas

Meaning

uncertain; questionable; feeling uncertain about something

Example

I am doubtful about the success of this project.

Ich bin skeptisch bezüglich des Erfolgs dieses Projekts.

B2 noun, verb /ˈdɪskɔːrs/

discourse

Diskurs, Rede

Meaning

Written or spoken communication or debate.

Example

The professor gave a discourse on ancient philosophy.

Der Professor hielt einen Vortrag über antike Philosophie.

B2 adjective dɪsˈrʌp.tɪv

disruptive

störend, destabilisierend

Meaning

Causing or tending to cause disruption.

Example

Deforestation has a disruptive effect on wildlife.

Abholzung hat eine störende Wirkung auf die Tierwelt.

B2 noun /ˈdiː.lɪŋ/

Dealing

Umgang; Geschäftsabwicklungen; Behandlungen

Meaning

business transactions; the way of treating people or handling situations

Example

His fair dealing with customers earned him an excellent reputation.

Sein fairer Umgang mit den Kunden verschaffte ihm einen ausgezeichneten Ruf.

B2 adjective /dɪsˈɡreɪsfəl/

Disgraceful

beschämend; ehrenrührig; verdächtig

Meaning

shameful; bringing dishonor; worthy of condemnation

Example

His disgraceful behavior shocked everyone at the party.

Sein beschämendes Verhalten schockierte alle auf der Party.

B2 adjective /ˈdʌsti/

dusty

staubig

Meaning

covered with or full of dust; dry and dull from lack of moisture or use

Example

The old bookshelf was dusty after years of neglect.

Das alte Bücherregal war nach Jahren der Vernachlässigung staubig.

B2 verb /dɪˈmɪnɪʃ/

diminish

verringern

Meaning

to make or become less; to reduce in size, importance, or value

Example

Over time, his influence in the company began to diminish.

Mit der Zeit begann sein Einfluss im Unternehmen zu schwinden.

B2 verb /dɪˈstɔːrt/

distort

verzerren

Meaning

to twist or change the shape, appearance, or meaning of something so it is not true or accurate

Example

The mirror distorted her reflection.

Der Spiegel verzerrte ihr Spiegelbild.

B2 noun /dɪˈnɒmɪˌneɪtər/

denominator

Nenner

Meaning

the number below the line in a fraction; a common factor in a situation

Example

In the fraction 3/4, the number 4 is the denominator.

Im Bruch 3/4 ist die Zahl 4 der Nenner.

B2 noun ˈdevəsteɪtɪŋ ˈkɒnsɪkwənsɪz

devastating consequences

verheerende Konsequenzen

Meaning

Extremely harmful or destructive results or effects

Example

Air pollution has devastating consequences for health.

Luftverschmutzung hat verheerende Konsequenzen für die Gesundheit.

B2 noun ˈdɪdʒɪtəl ˈfɔːrmæt

Digital Format

digitales Format

Meaning

A format in which information is stored as electronic data.

Example

A digital format family tree can be shared online.

Ein digitales Familienbaumformat kann online geteilt werden.

B2 adverb /ˈdɪmli/

dimly

schwach

Meaning

in a faint or unclear way; with little light

Example

The room was dimly lit by a single candle.

Der Raum war schwach von einer einzigen Kerze beleuchtet.

B2 noun /ˈdɛsɪməl/

decimal

dezimal

Meaning

A number system based on 10; a number expressed in the base-10 system.

Example

The number 0.75 is a decimal.

Die Zahl 0,75 ist eine Dezimalzahl.

B2 noun /diːp siː/

deep sea

tiefsee

Meaning

The deep parts of the sea or ocean, typically beyond the continental shelf.

Example

Many deep-sea creatures produce bioluminescence for survival.

Viele Tiefseetiere erzeugen Biolumineszenz, um zu überleben.

B2 noun ˌdedɪˈkeɪʃn

dedication

Widmung

Meaning

The quality of being dedicated or committed to a task or purpose; devotion.

Example

His dedication laid the foundation of Indian science.

Seine Widmung legte den Grundstein für die indische Wissenschaft.

B2 noun /dɪsˈrʌp.ʃən/

disruption

Störung

Meaning

Barrier or interruption, sudden disturbance in any process or service.

Example

The road construction caused major disruption in traffic flow.

Der Straßenbau verursachte eine große Störung im Verkehrsfluss.

B2 noun /dɪˈsep.ʃən/

Deception

Täuschung

Meaning

the action of deceiving someone; the state of being deceived

Example

The magician's deception amazed the audience with seemingly impossible tricks.

Der Täuschung des Zauberers erstaunte das Publikum mit scheinbar unmöglichen Tricks.

B2 noun /dɪˈrɛktəri/

denims

Jeans aus Denim

Meaning

pants or clothes made from denim fabric, usually jeans

Example

He wore blue denims with a white shirt.

Er trug blaue Jeans mit einem weißen Hemd.

B2 adjective /ˈdjʊərəbəl/

Durable

haltbar; widerstandsfähig; robust

Meaning

able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; lasting; strong

Example

This durable fabric will last for many years.

Dieser haltbare Stoff wird viele Jahre halten.

B2 adjective /ˈdæz.lɪŋ/

Dazzling

blendend; beeindruckend

Meaning

extremely bright and impressive; brilliant and stunning

Example

The dazzling lights of the city amazed the tourists.

Die blendenden Lichter der Stadt haben die Touristen beeindruckt.

B2 noun /dɪˈsɛnt/

descent

Abstieg / Abstammung

Meaning

the action of moving downward, falling, or dropping; ancestry or origin

Example

The climbers began their descent from the mountain peak.

Die Kletterer begannen ihren Abstieg vom Gipfel des Berges.

B2 verb /dɪsˈmɪs/

dismiss

entlassen, ablehnen

Meaning

to remove someone from a job or position; to decide something is not important

Example

The manager dismissed the employee for being late too often.

Der Manager entließ den Mitarbeiter, weil er zu oft zu spät kam.

B2 noun /dɪsˈpoʊzl/

disposal

entsorgung

Meaning

the action or process of getting rid of something

Example

The disposal of waste is crucial for maintaining a clean environment.

Die Entsorgung von Abfällen ist entscheidend, um eine saubere Umwelt zu erhalten.

B2 verb /dɪˈzɒlv/

dissolve

auflösen

Meaning

to melt or become liquid; to officially end or break up an agreement or organization

Example

The sugar will dissolve quickly in hot tea.

Der Zucker wird schnell in heißem Tee aufgelöst.

B2 noun daɪˈvɜːsɪti

diversity

vielfalt

Meaning

The state of being diverse; variety.

Example

Biodiversity promotes ecosystem stability and resilience.

Biodiversität fördert die Stabilität und Resilienz von Ökosystemen.

B2 noun /dʌv/

Dove

taube

Meaning

a small, gentle bird with soft cooing sounds, often white and symbolizing peace

Example

The white dove flew peacefully across the blue sky.

Die weiße Taube flog friedlich über den blauen Himmel.

B2 adjective /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/

definitive

abschließend

Meaning

serving as a final or most authoritative form; conclusive and decisive

Example

The committee reached a definitive agreement on the policy.

Das Komitee erzielte eine endgültige Vereinbarung über die Politik.

B2 noun dɪˈveləpɪŋ ˈriːdʒənz

developing regions

Entwicklungsregionen

Meaning

Areas or countries that are in the process of economic growth and development

Example

Pollution affects developing regions the most.

Verschmutzung betrifft am meisten Entwicklungsregionen.

B2 adjective /dɪˈzaɪərəbl/

desirable

begehrt

Meaning

worth having or wanting; attractive

Example

The location of the house was highly desirable, with great views.

Der Standort des Hauses war sehr begehrt, mit tollen Ausblicken.

B2 verb /dɪsˈtɜːb/

disturb

stören

Meaning

to interrupt or cause someone to stop what they are doing

Example

Please don’t disturb me while I’m studying.

Bitte störe mich nicht, während ich lerne.

B2 verb /ˈdɛdɪkeɪt/

dedicate

widmen

Meaning

to devote time, effort, or oneself to a particular purpose or person

Example

She dedicated her life to helping the poor.

Sie widmete ihr Leben der Hilfe für die Armen.

B2 noun /diːp ˈkʌlər/

Deep colour

tiefe Farbe

Meaning

a rich, intense, or dark shade of any color

Example

The artist used deep colours to create a dramatic effect.

Der Künstler benutzte tiefe Farben, um einen dramatischen Effekt zu erzeugen.

B2 noun/verb /dɪˈspjuːt/

dispute

Streit, Auseinandersetzung

Meaning

a disagreement or argument about something important

Example

The two countries are in dispute over the border issue.

Die beiden Länder sind im Streit über das Grenzthema.

B2 noun/verb /dɪˈvɔːrs/

divorce

Scheidung

Meaning

the legal ending of a marriage; to officially end a marriage

Example

After years of conflict, they decided to get a divorce.

Nach Jahren der Konflikte beschlossen sie, sich scheiden zu lassen.

B2 noun/verb /dræft/

draft

Entwurf

Meaning

A preliminary version of a piece of writing; to prepare a preliminary version of a document.

Example

She finished the first draft of her novel.

Sie hat den ersten Entwurf ihres Romans fertiggestellt.

B2 verb dɪˈtɪrɪəˌreɪts

deteriorates

verschlechtert

Meaning

To become progressively worse; to decline in quality, condition, or strength.

Example

The quality of air deteriorates due to pollution.

Die Luftqualität verschlechtert sich aufgrund der Verschmutzung.

B2 verb dɪˈtɪəriəreɪt

deteriorate

verschlechtern

Meaning

To become progressively worse in quality, condition, or performance; to decline.

Example

Unplanned growth can deteriorate living conditions.

Ungeplanter Wachstum kann die Lebensbedingungen verschlechtern.

B2 verb /doʊz/

doze

dösen

Meaning

To sleep lightly for a short time.

Example

He dozed off while reading the book.

Er döste beim Lesen des Buches ein.

B2 noun /ˈdaɪ.vər/

Diver

Taucher

Meaning

a type of water bird that dives underwater to catch fish

Example

The diver disappeared beneath the surface to catch a fish.

Der Taucher verschwand unter der Oberfläche, um einen Fisch zu fangen.

B2 adjective /dɪm/

Dim

schwach; wenig Licht; matt

Meaning

not bright; having little light; faint

Example

The room was dim with only a small candle for light.

Der Raum war schwach erleuchtet, nur eine kleine Kerze spendete Licht.

B2 noun /dɪsˈmeɪ/

Dismay

Bestürzung; Alarm

Meaning

concern and distress caused by something unexpected; consternation or alarm

Example

To our dismay, the concert was cancelled due to severe weather conditions.

Zu unserer Bestürzung wurde das Konzert aufgrund schwerer Wetterbedingungen abgesagt.

B2 verb /ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃieɪt/

differentiate

differenzieren

Meaning

To recognize or make a distinction between things.

Example

It is important to differentiate between fact and opinion.

Es ist wichtig, zwischen Fakten und Meinungen zu differenzieren.

B2 adjective /ˈdæmɪdʒɪŋ/

damaging

schädigend

Meaning

causing harm or injury

Example

The storm caused damaging effects to the crops.

Der Sturm verursachte schädigende Auswirkungen auf die Ernte.

B2 verb /ˌdɪsəˈpruːv/

disapprove

missbilligen

Meaning

to have a negative opinion about something; to consider something wrong or bad

Example

Many parents disapprove of smoking.

Viele Eltern missbilligen das Rauchen.

B2 noun /ˈdjuːəʊ/

Not

Meaning

extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

Example

He felt a deep sense of distress when he heard the bad news.

Er fühlte eine tiefe Not, als er die schlechten Nachrichten hörte.