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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; verb (past/participle) /əˈʃʊrd/

assured

sicher; selbstbewusst
Meaning
confident and certain; guaranteed or made certain
Example
She felt assured that everything would work out.
Sie war sicher, dass alles gut ausgehen würde.
B2 noun /ˈfaɪbər/

fiber

Faser
Meaning
a thread or filament from which a textile is formed; dietary substance from plants that aids digestion
Example
Fruits and vegetables are high in fiber.
Obst und Gemüse sind reich an Fasern.
B2 noun /kəˈlɛstərɒl/

cholesterol

Cholesterin
Meaning
a fatty substance found in the blood, high levels of which can cause health problems
Example
High cholesterol can increase the risk of heart disease.
Ein hoher Cholesterinspiegel kann das Risiko von Herzkrankheiten erhöhen.
B2 noun /ˈrerəti/

Rarity

der Zustand, selten zu sein; etwas, das ungewöhnlich oder selten ist
Meaning
the state of being rare; something that is uncommon or scarce
Example
The antique vase was a rarity worth thousands of dollars.
Die antike Vase war eine Seltenheit, die Tausende von Dollar wert war.
B2 noun /pʌls/

Pulse

Hülsenfrucht
Meaning
edible seeds of leguminous plants such as lentils, beans, and peas
Example
Pulses are an excellent source of protein for vegetarians.
Hülsenfrüchte sind eine ausgezeichnete Proteinquelle für Vegetarier.
B2 adverb /ˈsmɑːt.li/

Smartly

klug; stilvoll; schnell
Meaning
in a clever or intelligent way; neatly and stylishly; quickly
Example
He was smartly dressed for the business meeting.
Er war für das Geschäftstreffen smart gekleidet.
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 /ˈek.oʊ/

Echo

Echo; Widerhall
Meaning
a sound that is reflected back; a repetition or imitation
Example
His voice created a clear echo in the empty cathedral.
Seine Stimme erzeugte ein klares Echo in der leeren Kathedrale.
B2 noun /ˈvæljuː ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/

value proposition

eine Aussage, die die einzigartigen Vorteile oder den Wert erklärt, den ein Produkt oder Service den Kunden bietet
Meaning
A statement that explains the unique benefits or value that a product or service offers to customers.
Example
A clear value proposition attracts more customers.
Ein klares Wertversprechen zieht mehr Kunden an.
B2 noun /ˈrɔɪəlti/

royalty

Königsfamilie / Lizenzgebühren (Autorenvergütung)
Meaning
Members of a royal family or payment made to the owner of a patent, copyright, or natural resource.
Example
The author receives a royalty for every book sold.
Der Autor erhält eine Lizenzgebühr für jedes verkaufte Buch.
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 adjective /mɪr/

mere

bloß
Meaning
Used to emphasize how small or insignificant something is.
Example
It was a mere suggestion, not a command.
Es war nur ein bloßer Vorschlag, kein Befehl.
B2 noun /ˈruːlɪŋ/

ruling

Urteil
Meaning
an official decision made by a judge or authority.
Example
The court’s ruling favored the defendant.
Das Urteil des Gerichts begünstigte den Angeklagten.
B2 adjective /ˈtɒl.ər.ə.bəl/

Tolerable

erträglich; akzeptabel, aber nicht ideal
Meaning
able to be endured; acceptable though not ideal
Example
The heat was barely tolerable in the afternoon.
Die Hitze war am Nachmittag kaum erträglich.
B2 adverb /ˈæktɪvli/

actively

aktiv
Meaning
in a way that involves energetic participation or effort
Example
He is actively involved in community service.
Er ist aktiv in der Gemeindearbeit beteiligt.
B2 noun /ˈteɪbəlˌspun/

tablespoon

Esslöffel
Meaning
a spoon used for serving or eating food, typically holding about 15 milliliters
Example
She stirred the soup with a tablespoon.
Sie rührte die Suppe mit einem Esslöffel.
B2 noun /ˈɡæl.ək.si/

Galaxy

galaxie
Meaning
a system of millions or billions of stars, together with gas and dust, held together by gravitational attraction
Example
The Milky Way is the galaxy that contains our solar system and Earth.
Die Milchstraße ist die Galaxie, die unser Sonnensystem und die Erde enthält.
B2 noun /ˈem.ər.əld/

Emerald

smaragd
Meaning
a bright green precious stone used in jewelry
Example
The emerald necklace sparkled in the sunlight.
Die Smaragd-Halskette funkelte im Sonnenlicht.
B2 noun, verb /ɪntʃ/

inch

Zoll / langsam bewegen
Meaning
A unit of length equal to 2.54 centimeters; or to move slowly and carefully in small amounts.
Example
She inched closer to the edge of the stage.
Sie rutschte langsam näher an den Rand der Bühne.
B2 verb /ˈsɪmplɪfaɪ/

simplify

vereinfachen
Meaning
to make easier to understand or do; to reduce complexity
Example
The teacher simplified the complex equation for the students.
Der Lehrer vereinfachte die komplexe Gleichung für die Schüler.
B2 verb /ɪnˈhæns/

enhance

verbessern
Meaning
to improve the quality, value, or extent of something
Example
The new features will enhance the user experience.
Die neuen Funktionen werden die Benutzererfahrung verbessern.
B2 verb /reɪn/

reign

herrschen
Meaning
to rule as a king or queen; to be dominant
Example
The queen reigned for over sixty years.
Die Königin regierte über sechzig Jahre lang.
B2 noun /ˈhɔːrmoʊn/

hormone

Hormon
Meaning
a chemical substance produced in the body that influences how the body grows or functions
Example
Insulin is a hormone that controls blood sugar levels.
Insulin ist ein Hormon, das den Blutzuckerspiegel kontrolliert.
B2 noun sliːp ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən

sleep deprivation

Schlafmangel
Meaning
The condition of not having enough sleep; lack of adequate sleep.
Example
Sleep deprivation can severely impact mental health.
Schlafmangel kann die geistige Gesundheit schwerwiegend beeinträchtigen.
B2 noun /ˈbɒmɪŋ/

bombing

Bombenangriff
Meaning
an attack using bombs or explosives
Example
The city was devastated by the bombing.
Die Stadt wurde durch den Bombenangriff verwüstet.
B2 noun /liːk/

Leek

Lauch
Meaning
vegetable related to onion with long green leaves and white bulb, milder than onion
Example
The soup was made with potatoes and leeks.
Die Suppe wurde mit Kartoffeln und Lauch gemacht.
B2 noun /ˈwɑː.ʃər mæn/

Washer man

Wäscher
Meaning
a person whose job is to wash clothes and linens for others
Example
The washer man collected dirty clothes from every household in the village.
Der Wäscher sammelte schmutzige Kleidung aus jedem Haushalt im Dorf.
B2 verb /skreɪp/

scrape

abkratzen, schürfen
Meaning
to remove or damage the surface of something by rubbing or scratching; to collect something by effort
Example
He scraped his knee while playing football.
Er hat sich das Knie auf dem Fußballplatz aufgeschürft.
B2 noun /ɑːrtʃ/

arch

Bogen
Meaning
a curved symmetrical structure spanning an opening and typically supporting the weight above it
Example
The ancient arch still stands in the city center.
Der alte Bogen steht immer noch im Stadtzentrum.
B2 noun /ˈlɪkər/

liquor

Spirituosen
Meaning
Alcoholic drinks, especially strong distilled ones such as whiskey or vodka.
Example
The shop sells both beer and hard liquor.
Der Laden verkauft sowohl Bier als auch Spirituosen.
B2 noun /ˈmʌð.ər.lænd/

Motherland

Mutterland; Heimatland
Meaning
the country where one was born or has citizenship; homeland
Example
He always spoke fondly of his motherland.
Er sprach immer liebevoll von seiner Heimat.
B2 noun əˈkɔːrd

accord

abkommen
Meaning
An official agreement or treaty.
Example
The accord emphasized gradual progress.
Das Abkommen betonte den schrittweisen Fortschritt.
B2 verb /ˈʃætər/

shatter

zerbrechen
Meaning
To break suddenly into many small pieces.
Example
The glass will shatter if you drop it.
Das Glas wird zerbrechen, wenn du es fallen lässt.
B2 adjective /ˈvɒl.ən.tər.i/

Voluntary

freiwillig
Meaning
done willingly without being forced; given or done freely
Example
She made a voluntary donation to the charity.
Sie hat eine freiwillige Spende an die Wohltätigkeitsorganisation gemacht.
B2 adjective rɪˈnaʊnd

renowned

renommiert
Meaning
Known or talked about by many people; famous.
Example
The renowned scientist led the reform panel.
Der renommierte Wissenschaftler leitete das Reformpanel.
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 /mɪnt/

Mint

Minze; Münzhaus
Meaning
An aromatic plant used for flavoring; also a place where money is manufactured
Example
She added fresh mint leaves to the tea for a refreshing taste.
Sie fügte frische Minzblätter zum Tee hinzu, um ihm einen erfrischenden Geschmack zu verleihen.
B2 verb /əˈkʌmplɪʃ/

accomplish

erreichen
Meaning
to achieve or complete successfully
Example
She managed to accomplish all her goals for the year.
Sie hat es geschafft, alle ihre Ziele für das Jahr zu erreichen.
B2 adjective ˈaɪsəˌleɪtɪd

isolated

isoliert
Meaning
Alone or separated from others; having little or no contact with other people.
Example
Technological advancements often leave people isolated.
Technologische Fortschritte führen oft dazu, dass Menschen isoliert werden.
B2 adverb /ˈsɛkʃuəli/

sexually

sexuell
Meaning
in a way that relates to or involves sexual activity or feelings
Example
The film was considered too sexually explicit for young audiences.
Der Film wurde für ein junges Publikum als zu sexuell explizit angesehen.
B2 noun /reɪk/

Rake

Rechen
Meaning
a garden tool with a long handle and prongs for gathering leaves; to gather with a rake
Example
He used a rake to gather the fallen autumn leaves.
Er benutzte einen Rechen, um die fallenden Herbstblätter zu sammeln.
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/verb /ɔːˈdɪʃən/

audition

Vorsprechen
Meaning
A trial performance by an actor, singer, or musician to demonstrate suitability for a role.
Example
She auditioned for the lead role in the school play.
Sie hat für die Hauptrolle im Schulstück vorgesprochen.
B2 noun /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərər/

manufacturer

Hersteller
Meaning
A person or company that makes goods in large quantities.
Example
The manufacturer produces cars for the global market.
Der Hersteller produziert Autos für den globalen Markt.
B2 adjective /prəˈfɪʃ.ənt/

proficient

kompetent
Meaning
Competent or skilled in doing or using something; having great knowledge or experience.
Example
She is highly proficient in multiple languages.
Sie ist äußerst kompetent in mehreren Sprachen.
B2 verb /ɪˈnɪʃieɪt/

initiate

einleiten
Meaning
to begin or start; to introduce someone to a new activity
Example
The company will initiate a new training program.
Das Unternehmen wird ein neues Schulungsprogramm einleiten.
B2 noun /kraɪst/

christ

Christus
Meaning
the title given to Jesus, considered the Messiah in Christianity
Example
Christ is central to Christian faith.
Christus ist zentral für den christlichen Glauben.
B2 adjective ɪˈvɒlvɪŋ

evolving

sich entwickelnd
Meaning
Developing gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex form; changing and developing.
Example
Education plays a role in evolving societal norms.
Bildung spielt eine Rolle bei der Entwicklung gesellschaftlicher Normen.
B2 adjective /ˌædvənˈteɪdʒəs/

Advantageous

vorteilhaft; günstig; lukrativ
Meaning
beneficial; favorable; profitable
Example
This position offers advantageous opportunities for career growth.
Diese Position bietet vorteilhafte Möglichkeiten für berufliches Wachstum.
B2 adjective /ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəl/

territorial

territorial
Meaning
Relating to the ownership or control of land or territory.
Example
The two countries had a territorial dispute over the island.
Die beiden Länder hatten einen territorialen Streit um die Insel.
B2 noun /æʃ/

ash

asche
Meaning
the powdery residue left after the burning of a substance
Example
After the fire, only ash remained of the house.
Nach dem Brand blieb nur Asche vom Haus übrig.
B2 noun /ˈbæŋkrʌpt/

Bankrupt

pleite
Meaning
a person unable to pay debts; having no money; completely lacking in something
Example
The company went bankrupt after years of poor financial management.
Das Unternehmen ging nach Jahren schlechter finanzieller Verwaltung pleite.
B2 noun/verb /ˈsoʊ.ɪŋ/

sewing

Nähen
Meaning
The activity or skill of joining fabric using a needle and thread
Example
She enjoys sewing her own clothes on weekends.
Sie näht am Wochenende gerne ihre eigenen Kleidungsstücke.
B2 noun ˈɡrætɪtjuːd

gratitude

dankbarkeit
Meaning
The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation.
Example
Gratitude towards the martyrs is a moral duty.
Dankbarkeit gegenüber den Märtyrern ist eine moralische Pflicht.
B2 noun /ˈfoʊ.bi.ə/

Phobia

irrational Angst; Abneigung
Meaning
an extreme or irrational fear of or aversion to something
Example
She has a phobia of spiders.
Sie hat eine Phobie vor Spinnen.
B2 verb /səˈluːt/

salute

grüßen
Meaning
to greet with respect; to honor
Example
The soldiers saluted their commanding officer.
Die Soldaten grüßten ihren Kommandeur.
B2 noun /spɑːrk/

Spark

Funken
Meaning
a small fiery particle thrown off from a fire; a flash of light; something that triggers or initiates
Example
A spark from the campfire ignited the dry leaves.
Ein Funken vom Lagerfeuer entzündete die trockenen Blätter.
B2 verb /hɔːnt/

haunt

heimsuchen
Meaning
to trouble persistently; to visit as a ghost
Example
The old memories still haunt me.
Die alten Erinnerungen verfolgen mich immer noch.
B2 noun /ˈɔːrnəmənt/

ornament

Schmuck
Meaning
A decorative object that adds beauty to something.
Example
The Christmas tree was decorated with colorful ornaments.
Der Weihnachtsbaum war mit buntem Schmuck geschmückt.
B2 noun ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si ˌreɪts

literacy rates

Alphabetisierungsraten
Meaning
The percentage of people in a population who can read and write; measures of educational levels in a population.
Example
Literacy rates impact socioeconomic conditions.
Alphabetisierungsraten beeinflussen die sozioökonomischen Bedingungen.
B2 verb /ɪnˈkɔːrpəreɪt/

incorporate

inkorporieren
Meaning
to include something as part of a whole; to form a corporation
Example
The new design incorporates advanced technology.
Das neue Design inkorporiert fortschrittliche Technologie.
B2 noun /ˈtiːmmeɪt/

teammate

Teamkollege
Meaning
a member of the same team
Example
He congratulated his teammate after scoring the goal.
Er gratulierte seinem Teamkollegen nach dem Tor.
B2 verb /ˈbraɪtən/

brighten

aufhellen
Meaning
to make something lighter or more colorful; to improve mood or make happier
Example
A few kind words can brighten someone's day.
Ein paar freundliche Worte können jemandem den Tag aufhellen.
B2 adjective /ˈprɒfɪtəbl/

profitable

rentabel
Meaning
yielding profit or financial gain
Example
The company has become highly profitable after the new strategy was implemented.
Das Unternehmen ist nach der Umsetzung der neuen Strategie hochgradig rentabel geworden.
B2 verb /ɪmˈbɑːrk/

embark

sich auf eine Reise begeben
Meaning
to begin a journey, project, or activity
Example
She decided to embark on a new career in medicine.
Sie entschied sich, eine neue Karriere in der Medizin zu beginnen.
B2 noun /dʒuː/

jew

Jude
Meaning
a person whose religion is Judaism or who is of Jewish descent
Example
He is a Jew by heritage and follows Jewish customs.
Er ist Jude von Geburt und folgt jüdischen Bräuchen.
B2 noun prəʊb

probe

sonde
Meaning
An unmanned exploratory spacecraft designed to transmit information about its environment.
Example
The probe collected data from the planet's surface.
Die Sonde sammelte Daten von der Oberfläche des Planeten.
B2 noun /ˈstɔːrɪdʒ/

storage

Speicherung
Meaning
the action or method of storing something for future use
Example
The warehouse offers plenty of storage space.
Das Lagerhaus bietet viel Speicherplatz.
B2 verb /triːd/

tread

treten
Meaning
to step or walk on something; to crush with feet
Example
Don't tread on the flowers.
Tritt nicht auf die Blumen.
B2 noun /ˈmɜːrsi/

Mercy

Gnade
Meaning
Compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is in one's power to punish
Example
The judge showed mercy and gave him a lighter sentence.
Der Richter zeigte Gnade und gab ihm ein milderes Urteil.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪθ.fəl/

Unfaithful

untreu
Meaning
not loyal or true to a spouse, partner, or commitment
Example
He was unfaithful to his wife for many years.
Er war seiner Frau viele Jahre untreu.
B2 noun /ˈten.ənt/

Tenant

Mieter
Meaning
a person who rents and occupies property owned by someone else
Example
The landlord met with the new tenant to sign the lease agreement.
Der Vermieter traf sich mit dem neuen Mieter, um den Mietvertrag zu unterschreiben.
B2 adverb /ˈfræŋkli/

Frankly

offen gesagt; ehrlich;
Meaning
honestly; openly; in a direct manner
Example
Frankly, I think this plan needs more consideration.
Offen gesagt, ich denke, dieser Plan braucht mehr Überlegung.
B2 noun əˌkjuː.mjəˈleɪ.ʃən

accumulation

Ansammlung
Meaning
The gradual gathering or collecting of something over time.
Example
The accumulation of dust affects appliance efficiency.
Die Ansammlung von Staub beeinträchtigt die Effizienz von Haushaltsgeräten.
B2 adverb /ˈfɜ:rmli/

Firmly

fest
Meaning
in a strong, steady, and unwavering manner
Example
She firmly believed in her decision.
Sie glaubte fest an ihre Entscheidung.
B2 noun /ˈæftərˌlaɪf/

afterlife

Jenseits
Meaning
Life or existence that some believe continues after physical death.
Example
Many cultures have different beliefs about the afterlife.
Viele Kulturen haben verschiedene Vorstellungen vom Jenseits.
B2 adjective /əˈbʌndənt/

abundant

reichlich
Meaning
existing or available in large quantities; plentiful
Example
The garden was abundant with colorful flowers.
Der Garten war voller bunter Blumen.
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 verb /ɪnˈfɛkt/

infect

infizieren
Meaning
To contaminate with a disease-causing organism.
Example
The virus can infect healthy people quickly.
Das Virus kann gesunde Menschen schnell infizieren.
B2 noun /ˈpɔːt.fəʊ.li.əʊ/

portfolio

Sammlung von Arbeiten, Proben oder Arbeitsliste
Meaning
A collection of work or samples demonstrating skills and expertise.
Example
His portfolio showcased his diverse range of skills.
Sein Portfolio zeigte seine breite Palette an Fähigkeiten.
B2 adjective /ˈʃɔːrt ˌtempərd/

Short-tempered

reizbar; schnell wütend
Meaning
quick to lose one's temper; easily angered
Example
She became short-tempered when the traffic made her late for the meeting.
Sie wurde schnell gereizt, als der Verkehr sie zu spät zur Besprechung brachte.
B2 verb /prɪˈsiːd/

precede

vorangehen
Meaning
to come before something in time, order, or position
Example
A brief introduction precedes each chapter.
Eine kurze Einführung geht jedem Kapitel voraus.
B2 noun, verb /kɜːrs/

curse

Fluch
Meaning
a solemn wish that harm or misfortune should befall someone; a rude or offensive word or phrase; to utter offensive words or wish harm upon someone
Example
He cursed loudly when he realized he had lost his wallet.
Er fluchte laut, als er merkte, dass er seine Brieftasche verloren hatte.
B2 noun /traʊt/

Trout

Forelle
Meaning
a freshwater fish species known for its delicate flavor and often found in cold, clear waters
Example
Rainbow trout is popular among anglers for sport fishing.
Regenbogenforelle ist bei Sportanglern zum Angeln sehr beliebt.
B2 adjective /ˈjuːθfəl/

Youthful

jugendlich; voller Energie und Frische
Meaning
having the qualities of youth; energetic and fresh
Example
Her youthful energy impressed everyone at work.
Ihre jugendliche Energie beeindruckte alle bei der Arbeit.
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 noun /ˈʃɪpɪŋ/

shipping

Versand
Meaning
the process of transporting goods
Example
The shipping of the products was delayed due to weather conditions.
Der Versand der Produkte wurde aufgrund der Wetterbedingungen verzögert.
B2 verb /rɪˈteɪn/

retain

behalten
Meaning
to keep possession of something
Example
The company decided to retain its experienced employees.
Das Unternehmen hat beschlossen, seine erfahrenen Mitarbeiter zu behalten.
B2 adjective /ˈrɪdən/

ridden

durchzogen
Meaning
Full of or dominated by something unpleasant.
Example
The country was ridden with corruption.
Das Land war durchzogen von Korruption.
B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈteɪk/

overtake

überholen
Meaning
to catch up with and pass someone or something; to surpass
Example
The runner managed to overtake his competitor in the final lap.
Der Läufer konnte seinen Konkurrenten in der letzten Runde überholen.
B2 verb praɪˈɒraɪtaɪz

prioritize

priorisieren
Meaning
To designate or treat something as more important than other things
Example
Prioritize your tasks to stay efficient.
Priorisieren Sie Ihre Aufgaben, um effizient zu bleiben.
B2 verb /briːd/

breed

züchten, züchten
Meaning
to produce young animals; to reproduce; to keep animals for producing young
Example
They breed horses on their farm.
Sie züchten Pferde auf ihrem Bauernhof.
B2 adverb /ˈskɪl.fəl.i/

Skilfully/US: Skillfully

geschickt
Meaning
in a way that shows ability and training; expertly
Example
She skilfully painted the portrait in just two hours.
Sie malte das Porträt geschickt in nur zwei Stunden.
B2 noun /ˈklɪərəns/

clearance

Genehmigung / Erlaubnis
Meaning
official permission or authorization; the removal of something unwanted; the distance between two objects
Example
The pilot received clearance to land the plane.
Der Pilot erhielt die Genehmigung, das Flugzeug zu landen.
B2 noun /ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs ˈviː.ɪ.kəlz/

autonomous vehicles

autonome Fahrzeuge
Meaning
Vehicles that can operate and move without human intervention or control.
Example
Autonomous vehicles are revolutionizing the future of transport.
Autonome Fahrzeuge revolutionieren die Zukunft des Transports.
B2 verb /əˈstɒnɪʃ/

astonish

erstaunen
Meaning
to surprise someone greatly; to fill with sudden wonder or amazement
Example
The magician’s final trick astonished the entire audience.
Der letzte Trick des Zauberers erstaunte das ganze Publikum.
B2 noun /ˌtɜːrməˈnɑːlədʒi/

terminology

Terminologie
Meaning
the set of technical or special words used in a particular subject
Example
Medical terminology can be difficult for new students to understand.
Medizinische Terminologie kann für neue Studenten schwer verständlich sein.
B2 noun /ˈɛntəti/

entity

Einheit
Meaning
something that exists as a single and complete unit; an organization or being
Example
The new company will operate as a separate legal entity.
Das neue Unternehmen wird als separate juristische Einheit agieren.
B2 adjective /səˈraʊndɪŋ/

surrounding

umliegend
Meaning
located all around a particular place or thing; nearby
Example
The surrounding hills were covered in mist.
Die umliegenden Hügel waren von Nebel bedeckt.
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 /ʃriːk/

shriek

schreien
Meaning
to make a loud, high-pitched cry
Example
She shrieked when she saw the spider.
Sie schrie, als sie die Spinne sah.
B2 noun /fɜːr/

Fur

fell
Meaning
thick hair covering the body of animals
Example
The cat's fur was soft and warm to touch.
Das Fell der Katze war weich und warm beim Anfassen.
B2 noun; adjective /ˌnɒnˈprɒfɪt/

non-profit

gemeinnützig
Meaning
an organization that does not operate for profit and reinvests surplus to achieve social goals; not intended to make financial profit
Example
She works for a non-profit that provides free education to underprivileged children.
Sie arbeitet für eine gemeinnützige Organisation, die kostenlose Bildung anbietet.
B2 noun /ˈɡləʊ.bəl piːs/

global peace

globale Friedens
Meaning
Worldwide harmony and absence of conflict between nations.
Example
Global peace requires collective efforts.
Weltfrieden erfordert kollektive Anstrengungen.
B2 noun /əˌveɪləˈbɪləti/

availability

verfügbarkeit
Meaning
the state of being able to be used or obtained
Example
The availability of clean water is crucial for health.
Die Verfügbarkeit von sauberem Wasser ist entscheidend für die Gesundheit.
B2 noun /ˈmɑːrdʒɪn/

Margin

Rand; Spielraum
Meaning
The edge or border of something; an amount allowed beyond what is needed
Example
Please write your notes in the margin of the page.
Bitte schreibe deine Notizen am Rand der Seite.
B2 noun /ˈbjʊəroʊ/

bureau

Büro/Agentur
Meaning
An office or agency that provides services or manages specific duties.
Example
The travel bureau helped them plan their vacation.
Das Reisebüro half ihnen, ihren Urlaub zu planen.
B2 noun /səˈspɛnʃən/

suspension

Sperre
Meaning
The act of temporarily stopping something; also refers to a system in vehicles that absorbs shock.
Example
The player received a three-game suspension for misconduct.
Der Spieler erhielt eine dreispielige Sperre wegen Fehlverhaltens.
B2 verb /əˈbændən/

abandon

aufgeben
Meaning
to give up completely; to leave permanently
Example
They had to abandon their house due to flooding.
Sie mussten ihr Haus wegen der Überschwemmung aufgeben.
B2 noun /ˈskɔːr.pi.ən/

Scorpion

skorpion
Meaning
a small creature with eight legs, two claws, and a curved tail with a poisonous sting
Example
The scorpion hid under the rock during the day.
Der Skorpion versteckte sich während des Tages unter dem Felsen.
B2 noun /ˈmɜːrtʃənt/

merchant

Händler
Meaning
a person or company involved in the trade of goods, especially in large quantities
Example
The merchant sold spices from distant lands.
Der Händler verkaufte Gewürze aus fernen Ländern.
B2 noun /rɪˈvendʒ/

Revenge

Rache
Meaning
the action of inflicting hurt or harm on someone for an injury or wrong suffered at their hands
Example
She sought revenge against those who betrayed her trust.
Sie suchte Rache gegen diejenigen, die ihr Vertrauen verraten hatten.
B2 noun /ˈveɪ.kən.si/

Vacancy

Vakanz; ein leerer Platz oder eine unbesetzte Stelle
Meaning
an unoccupied position or job; an empty space or room
Example
There is a vacancy for a software engineer in our company.
In unserem Unternehmen gibt es eine Vakanz für einen Softwareingenieur.
B2 verb /sweɪ/

sway

schwingen
Meaning
To move or cause to move slowly or rhythmically back and forth; to influence someone's opinion or decision.
Example
The trees swayed gently in the breeze.
Die Bäume schwankten sanft im Wind.
B2 noun /ˈsɪr.i.əs.nəs/

Seriousness

Ernsthaftigkeit; Bedeutung
Meaning
the quality of being serious; gravity; importance
Example
The seriousness of the situation became clear when the doctor spoke.
Die Ernsthaftigkeit der Situation wurde klar, als der Arzt sprach.
B2 adjective /ˈɡlæm.ər.əs/

Glamorous

glamourös; attraktiv; modisch;
Meaning
having glamour; attractive in an exciting way; fashionable;
Example
The actress looked glamorous in her designer gown at the awards ceremony.
Die Schauspielerin sah glamourös in ihrem Designer-Kleid bei der Preisverleihung aus.
B2 preposition /kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/

concerning

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.
B2 noun /ˌsuːpərˈvɪʒən/

supervision

Überwachung
Meaning
the action or process of overseeing or managing something or someone
Example
The project was completed under the supervision of an experienced manager.
Das Projekt wurde unter der Aufsicht eines erfahrenen Managers abgeschlossen.
B2 noun /ˈreɪ.dɑːr/

Radar

Radar
Meaning
a system for detecting the presence, direction, distance of aircraft, ships by sending out radio waves
Example
The radar detected an unknown aircraft approaching the base.
Das Radar erkannte ein unbekanntes Flugzeug, das sich der Basis näherte.
B2 verb /ˌriːjuˈnaɪt/

reunite

wiedervereinigen
Meaning
to bring together again after separation
Example
The family was reunited after many years.
Die Familie wurde nach vielen Jahren wiedervereint.