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C2 verb /ɪnˈθrɔːl/

enthral

fesseln
Meaning
To captivate or hold someone’s full attention.
Example
The magician’s performance enthralled the audience.
Die Aufführung des Magiers fesselte das Publikum.
C1 noun /ˌloʊkəˈmoʊʃən/

locomotion

Bewegung
Meaning
movement or the ability to move from one place to another
Example
Walking is the most common form of human locomotion.
Gehen ist die häufigste Form der menschlichen Lokomotion.
C2 noun /ˌɪnkəˈpæsəti/

incapacity

Inkapazität
Meaning
the lack of ability, power, or fitness to do something
Example
His mental incapacity prevented him from making important decisions.
Seine geistige Inkapazität hinderte ihn daran, wichtige Entscheidungen zu treffen.
C1 verb /dʌb/

dub

synchronisieren
Meaning
to give a name or label to something; to add a soundtrack to a film or recording
Example
The movie was dubbed into several languages for international release.
Der Film wurde in mehrere Sprachen synchronisiert für die internationale Veröffentlichung.
B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈskɔːr/

underscore

unterstreichen
Meaning
to emphasize or highlight something
Example
The incident underscored the need for better safety measures.
Der Vorfall unterstrich die Notwendigkeit besserer Sicherheitsmaßnahmen.
A2 noun /ˈdaɪət/

diet

diät
Meaning
the kinds of food that a person usually eats
Example
He follows a strict vegetarian diet.
Er folgt einer strengen vegetarischen Diät.
C1 noun /bɑːrb/

barb

dorn, scharfer Kommentar
Meaning
a sharp projection such as on a fishhook; a cutting remark
Example
The fishhook has a small barb to keep the fish from escaping.
Der Fischhaken hat einen kleinen Dorn, um zu verhindern, dass der Fisch entkommt.
A2 noun /ˈruːlər/

ruler

Herrscher; Lineal
Meaning
A person who governs or controls a country; a straight-edged tool used for measuring or drawing lines
Example
The ruler drew a straight line on the paper while the king was a powerful ruler of his kingdom.
Der ruler zeichnete eine gerade Linie auf das Papier, während der König ein mächtiger ruler seines Königreichs war.
C1 adjective /ˌɪnstənˈteɪniəs/

instantaneous

sofortig
Meaning
Happening immediately, without any delay.
Example
The change in temperature was almost instantaneous.
Die Temperaturänderung war fast sofortig.
C1 noun /ˈpær.ə.saɪt/

Parasite

Parasit
Meaning
an organism that lives on or in another organism and benefits at its expense; a person who depends on others
Example
The dog was treated for intestinal parasites.
Der Hund wurde gegen Darmparasiten behandelt.
A2 noun /ɪmˈplɔɪər/

employer

Arbeitgeber
Meaning
A person or organization that hires and pays people to work.
Example
The employer promised better benefits to attract skilled workers.
Der Arbeitgeber versprach bessere Leistungen, um qualifizierte Arbeiter anzuziehen.
C1 verb /ˈkrɪstəlaɪz/

crystallize

kristallisieren
Meaning
to form crystals; to make an idea or plan clear and definite
Example
Her vague thoughts began to crystallize into a solid plan.
Ihre vagen Gedanken begannen, sich in einen klaren Plan zu kristallisieren.
C1 noun /əˈpærəl/

apparel

Bekleidung
Meaning
Clothing, especially formal or special clothes.
Example
The store specializes in wedding apparel.
Der Laden ist auf Hochzeitskleidung spezialisiert.
A1 noun /ˈtɛnɪs/

tennis

Tennis
Meaning
a sport played with rackets and a ball on a rectangular court
Example
He enjoys playing tennis with his friends on the weekends.
Er spielt gerne Tennis mit seinen Freunden am Wochenende.
C2 noun, verb /əˈfrʌnt/

affront

Affront
Meaning
An action or remark that causes outrage or offense.
Example
He took her criticism as a personal affront.
Er nahm ihre Kritik als persönlichen Affront.
C1 verb /proʊˈtrækt/

protract

verlängern
Meaning
To prolong or extend in time or duration.
Example
Negotiations were protracted for several months.
Die Verhandlungen wurden über mehrere Monate hinweg verlängert.
A2 noun /ˈkjuː.kʌm.bər/

Cucumber

Gurke
Meaning
a long green vegetable with watery flesh, eaten raw in salads or cooked
Example
I added fresh cucumber slices to my salad.
Ich habe frische Gurkenscheiben zu meinem Salat hinzugefügt.
C1 adjective ʌnˈpær.ə.leld

Unparalleled

unvergleichlich
Meaning
Having no equal; unmatched, peerless, and supreme in quality or achievement.
Example
The unparalleled beauty of the Taj Mahal amazes visitors.
Die unvergleichliche Schönheit des Taj Mahal beeindruckt die Besucher.
C2 verb /fɔːrˈboʊd/

forebode

vorausahnen
Meaning
To predict or have a strong inner feeling of a future misfortune or evil.
Example
Dark clouds forebode a coming storm.
Dunkle Wolken sagen einen kommenden Sturm voraus.
B2 verb /ˈkɒntəmpleɪt/

contemplate

nachdenken
Meaning
to think deeply and carefully about something; to consider thoughtfully
Example
She sat quietly to contemplate her future plans.
Sie saß still, um über ihre Zukunftspläne nachzudenken.
B2 adverb /ðɛrˈæftər/

thereafter

danach
Meaning
from that time on
Example
He moved to Canada and thereafter started a new life.
Er zog nach Kanada und danach begann er ein neues Leben.
A1 adjective /bɛst/

best

beste
Meaning
Of the highest quality, excellence, or standing.
Example
She is the best student in the class.
Sie ist die beste Schülerin in der Klasse.
A2 verb /ˈmenʃən/

mention

erwähnen
Meaning
to refer to something briefly; to speak about or name
Example
She forgot to mention the meeting time.
Sie hat vergessen, die Uhrzeit des Treffens zu erwähnen.
B1 noun ɪˈkɒnəmiːz

economies

ökonomien
Meaning
The wealth and resources of a country or region.
Example
Emerging economies have been growing rapidly over the past decade.
Aufstrebende Ökonomien haben sich im letzten Jahrzehnt schnell entwickelt.
C1 noun /rɪˌtæl.iˈeɪ.ʃən/

Retaliation

Vergeltung
Meaning
the action of returning a military attack; counterattack; revenge for an injury or wrong
Example
The country threatened retaliation against any act of aggression.
Das Land drohte mit Vergeltungsmaßnahmen gegen jede Aggression.
B2 noun /ˈhɔːr.ər/

Horror

horror; intensives angstgefühl; abneigung
Meaning
an intense feeling of fear, shock, or disgust; something that causes such feelings
Example
The survivors described the horror of the earthquake that destroyed their entire village.
Die Überlebenden beschrieben den Horror des Erdbebens, das ihr ganzes Dorf zerstörte.
B2 verb /ˈmeməraɪz/

memorize

auswendig lernen
Meaning
to learn something by heart; to commit to memory
Example
Students need to memorize important formulas for the exam.
Studenten müssen wichtige Formeln für die Prüfung auswendig lernen.
C1 noun /ɡəˈrɪlə/

guerrilla

Guerillakämpfer
Meaning
a member of a small independent group taking part in irregular fighting, typically against larger forces
Example
The guerrilla fighters used ambushes to attack enemy positions.
Die Guerillakämpfer setzten Hinterhalte ein, um die feindlichen Positionen anzugreifen.
C2 noun /ˈdɒkɪt/

docket

Liste
Meaning
a list or schedule of cases to be tried in a court or items to be done
Example
The judge reviewed the docket before starting the session.
Der Richter überprüfte die Liste, bevor er die Sitzung begann.
C1 noun /ˈpɔːsɪti/

paucity

Mangel / Knappheit
Meaning
the presence of something in only small or insufficient quantities
Example
The project was delayed due to a paucity of funds.
Das Projekt wurde aufgrund von Mangel an Mitteln verzögert.
A2 verb dɪˈvɛləp

develop

entwickeln
Meaning
To grow or bring to a more advanced or effective state; to start to exist, experience, or possess gradually.
Example
Develop a brand based on your passion and skills.
Entwickle eine Marke, die auf deiner Leidenschaft und deinen Fähigkeiten basiert.
C2 noun /fiːf/

fief

ein Landbesitz, der unter dem Feudalsystem gehalten wird; ein Bereich oder Gebiet der Kontrolle
Meaning
an estate of land held under the feudal system; a domain or area of control
Example
The knight was granted a fief by the lord for his service.
Der Ritter erhielt ein Lehen vom Herrn für seinen Dienst.
C1 adjective /ˈdɒɡɪd/

dogged

hartnäckig
Meaning
showing stubborn determination and persistence
Example
She succeeded through dogged determination.
Sie hatte Erfolg durch ihre hartnäckige Entschlossenheit.
C2 noun /ˈævərɪs/

avarice

gier
Meaning
extreme greed for wealth or material gain
Example
His avarice led him to exploit his workers.
Seine Gier führte dazu, dass er seine Arbeiter ausbeutete.
B2 adjective /ˈspeɪ.ʃəs/

Spacious

geräumig; weit
Meaning
having a lot of space; roomy and comfortable
Example
The house has a spacious living room with high ceilings.
Das Haus hat ein geräumiges Wohnzimmer mit hohen Decken.
C2 noun /mɔːrˈtɪʃən/

mortician

Bestatter
Meaning
a person whose job is to prepare dead bodies for burial or cremation and to arrange funerals
Example
The mortician prepared the body for the funeral service.
Der Bestatter bereitete den Körper für den Begräbnisdienst vor.
B1 adjective /ˈklæsɪkəl/

classical

klassisch oder traditionell
Meaning
relating to ancient Greek or Roman culture, or representing traditional excellence in art, music, or literature
Example
She loves listening to classical music while studying.
Sie liebt es, klassische Musik beim Lernen zu hören.
A2 adjective /ɪnˈtɛlɪdʒənt/

intelligent

intelligent
Meaning
Having or showing high mental capacity, quick to learn and understand.
Example
She is one of the most intelligent students in the class.
Sie ist eine der intelligentesten Schülerinnen in der Klasse.
A2 adjective /fɔːls/

False

falsch; inkorrekt; täuschend; künstlich
Meaning
not true; incorrect; deceptive; artificial
Example
The witness gave false testimony in court.
Der Zeuge gab im Gericht falsches Zeugnis ab.
C1 /skwɒt/

squat

hocken
Meaning
to crouch or sit with knees bent and body close to the ground
Example
He squatted down to tie his shoes.
Er hockte sich hin, um seine Schuhe zu binden.
C2 noun /ˈdæstərd/

dastard

Feigling
Meaning
a cowardly or dishonorable person
Example
Only a dastard would betray his closest friend.
Nur ein Feigling würde seinen engsten Freund verraten.
C2 adjective /bɪˈsɒtɪd/

besotted

verrückt verliebt, besessen
Meaning
strongly infatuated or obsessed with someone or something
Example
He was completely besotted with her charm.
Er war völlig verrückt nach ihrem Charme.
C1 verb /kəˈleɪt/

collate

zusammenstellen
Meaning
to collect, arrange, and combine in order
Example
The secretary collated the reports before the meeting.
Die Sekretärin ordnete die Berichte vor dem Meeting an.
C2 noun /ˈvɜːrdɪɡriːs/

verdigris

grüne oder blaue Ablagerung
Meaning
A green or bluish deposit that forms on copper, brass, or bronze surfaces due to oxidation.
Example
The old statue was covered in verdigris after years of exposure to the rain.
Die alte Statue war nach Jahren der Regenexposition mit Verdigris bedeckt.
B1 verb /ˈkrɪtɪsaɪz/

criticize

kritisieren
Meaning
to express disapproval or find fault with someone or something
Example
The teacher criticized the student's poor handwriting.
Der Lehrer kritisierte die schlechte Handschrift des Schülers.
C1 noun ˌɒb.səˈlɛs.əns

obsolescence

Veralterung
Meaning
The process of becoming obsolete or outdated and no longer used.
Example
The rapid advancement of technology leads to the obsolescence of old devices.
Der schnelle technologische Fortschritt führt zur Veralterung alter Geräte.
C1 adjective /ræpt/

Rapt

versunken
Meaning
completely fascinated or absorbed by what one is seeing or hearing
Example
The children listened with rapt attention to the storyteller.
Die Kinder hörten dem Geschichtenerzähler mit versunkener Aufmerksamkeit zu.
C1 noun /ˈmeɪniæk/

maniac

Maniac
Meaning
a person who behaves in a wildly foolish, dangerous, or violent way
Example
The driver was speeding like a maniac.
Der Fahrer raste wie ein Maniac.
C1 noun /ˈrɛt.ər.ɪk/

rhetoric

die Kunst des effektiven oder überzeugenden Sprechens oder Schreibens
Meaning
The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing; skillful use of language to influence others.
Example
Political leaders often use rhetoric to influence people.
Politische Führer verwenden oft Rhetorik, um Menschen zu beeinflussen.
C2 verb /læmˈpuːn/

lampoon

verhöhnen
Meaning
to publicly criticize or ridicule someone or something with humor, irony, or sarcasm
Example
The cartoonist lampooned the politician for his contradictory statements.
Der Karikaturist verhöhnte den Politiker wegen seiner widersprüchlichen Aussagen.
A2 noun /mæp/

map

Karte
Meaning
a drawing that shows the features of an area of land or sea
Example
He studied the map before starting his journey.
Er studierte die Karte, bevor er seine Reise begann.
C1 noun /kɪˈməʊnoʊ/

kimono

kimono
Meaning
a traditional Japanese robe with wide sleeves, tied with a sash
Example
She wore a beautiful silk kimono at the ceremony.
Sie trug ein wunderschönes Seidenkimono bei der Zeremonie.
B2 noun /bædʒ/

badge

Abzeichen
Meaning
A small emblem or sign worn to show membership, authority, or achievement.
Example
The police officer showed his badge to identify himself.
Der Polizist zeigte seinen Ausweis, um sich zu identifizieren.
C1 verb /ˈswɪndl/

swindle

betrügen
Meaning
to cheat someone out of money or possessions by deceit
Example
The con artist tried to swindle the old man out of his savings.
Der Betrüger versuchte, dem alten Mann seine Ersparnisse zu stehlen.
C2 noun /ˈkeɪ.tɪf/

caitiff

Feigling
Meaning
A contemptible or cowardly person.
Example
The knight despised the caitiff who betrayed his comrades.
Der Ritter verachtete den Feigling, der seine Kameraden verraten hatte.
A2 noun ˈpraɪsɪz

prices

Preise
Meaning
The amount of money expected, required, or given in payment for something.
Example
Rising prices are affecting consumer spending.
Steigende Preise beeinflussen die Ausgaben der Verbraucher.
C1 verb /lɜːrk/

lurk

lauern
Meaning
to remain hidden so as to wait for an opportunity to attack or observe
Example
A stranger lurked in the shadows.
Ein Fremder schlich im Schatten umher.
B1 noun, verb /ˈfəʊtəʊˌkɒpi/

photocopy

Fotokopie
Meaning
a copy of a document made using a photocopying machine; to make such a copy
Example
Please photocopy these documents before the meeting.
Bitte fertigen Sie vor dem Meeting eine Fotokopie dieser Dokumente an.
B1 noun /ˈblen.dər/

Blender

mixer
Meaning
an electric kitchen appliance used to mix, purée, or emulsify food and liquids
Example
She used the blender to make a delicious smoothie.
Sie benutzte den Mixer, um einen leckeren Smoothie zu machen.
B2 noun /ˈroʊstɪd miːt/

Roasted meat

geröstetes Fleisch
Meaning
meat cooked by dry heat in an oven or over fire
Example
The roasted meat was perfectly seasoned and tender.
Das geröstete Fleisch war perfekt gewürzt und zart.
C1 adjective /əˈnæl.ə.ɡəs/

analogous

analog
Meaning
Comparable in certain respects, typically in a way that makes clearer the nature of things being compared.
Example
The human brain is analogous to a supercomputer.
Das menschliche Gehirn ist analog zu einem Supercomputer.
C1 adjective, noun /ˈkɔːrpərəl/

corporal

korporal
Meaning
relating to the body; a low-ranking officer in the military
Example
He suffered a corporal punishment for his mistake.
Er erlebte eine körperliche Strafe für seinen Fehler.
C1 verb /niːd/

knead

kneten
Meaning
to work dough or clay into a uniform mixture by pressing, folding, and stretching
Example
She kneads the dough until it becomes smooth.
Sie knetet den Teig, bis er glatt wird.
C1 verb /ˈnʌrɪʃ/

nourish

ernähren
Meaning
To provide with food or other substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition
Example
Good books nourish the mind.
Gute Bücher nähren den Geist.
C2 verb /bɪˈsmɜːrtʃ/

besmirch

beschmutzen
Meaning
to damage someone's reputation; to make dirty or stained
Example
He tried to besmirch her good name with false rumors.
Er versuchte, ihren guten Namen mit falschen Gerüchten zu beschmutzen.
B2 noun rɪˈzɪl.i.əns

resilience

Resilienz
Meaning
The ability to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.
Example
Testing the resilience of wood is crucial.
Die Resilienz von Holz zu testen ist entscheidend.
B2 adjective /ɪkˌsperɪˈmentl/

experimental

experimentell
Meaning
based on untested ideas or techniques; relating to experiments or testing
Example
The scientists developed an experimental drug to treat cancer.
Die Wissenschaftler entwickelten ein experimentelles Medikament zur Behandlung von Krebs.
C1 noun /ˈmʌltɪtuːd/

multitude

Menge
Meaning
A large number of people or things.
Example
A multitude of fans gathered at the stadium.
Eine Menge Fans versammelte sich im Stadion.
B2 verb, noun, adjective /ˈɔːltərnət/ (adj, noun), /ˈɔːltərˌneɪt/ (verb)

alternate

wechseln, alternativ
Meaning
to occur in turn repeatedly; to take turns; also, a substitute or replacement
Example
The students alternate between online and offline classes.
Die Studenten wechseln sich zwischen Online- und Offline-Kursen ab.
B2 adjective /əˈtɒm.ɪk/

Atomic

atomar
Meaning
relating to atoms or atomic energy; extremely small
Example
The atomic structure of hydrogen is the simplest.
Die atomare Struktur von Wasserstoff ist die einfachste.
C1 noun ˌɪnfɛsˈteɪʃən

infestation

befall, das Vorhandensein einer ungewöhnlich großen Anzahl von Insekten oder Tieren an einem Ort
Meaning
The presence of an unusually large number of insects or animals in a place, causing damage or disease.
Example
The infestation of ants in the kitchen led to immediate pest control measures.
Die Insektenplage in der Küche führte zu sofortigen Maßnahmen zur Schädlingsbekämpfung.
C1 noun /rɪˈflɛktər/

reflector

Reflektor
Meaning
A surface or device that reflects light, heat, or sound, often used to direct beams or improve visibility.
Example
The cyclist attached a red reflector to the back of his bike for safety.
Der Radfahrer befestigte einen roten Reflektor an der Rückseite seines Fahrrads zur Sicherheit.
A2 noun /ˈrɛkɔːd/

record

protokoll
Meaning
a written or spoken account of something
Example
I kept a record of all the meetings.
Ich habe ein Protokoll aller Besprechungen geführt.
C1 noun /rɪˈbʌtəl/

rebuttal

Widerlegung
Meaning
a statement or argument made to oppose or disprove another
Example
Her rebuttal was clear and convincing.
Ihre Widerlegung war klar und überzeugend.
C1 adjective /əˈpriː.ʃə.bəl/

Appreciable

wahrnehmbar; signifikant; beträchtlich in Menge
Meaning
noticeable; significant; considerable in amount
Example
There was an appreciable improvement in his test scores.
Es gab eine spürbare Verbesserung seiner Testergebnisse.
C1 noun /ˌtɛrəˈdæktɪl/

pterodactyl

ausgestorbenes fliegendes Reptil
Meaning
An extinct flying reptile of the Jurassic period, with a long slender head and wings formed by a membrane stretching along the body.
Example
The museum displayed a fossil of a giant pterodactyl.
Das Museum zeigte ein Fossil eines riesigen Pterodaktylus.
B1 noun riˈækʃən

reaction

Reaktion
Meaning
An action performed or a feeling experienced in response to a situation or event.
Example
The arrests triggered a reaction.
Die Verhaftungen lösten eine Reaktion aus.
B2 noun /bætʃ/

batch

eine Menge von Artikeln, die auf einmal produziert oder verarbeitet werden
Meaning
a quantity of items produced or processed at one time
Example
She baked a fresh batch of cookies this morning.
Sie backte heute Morgen eine frische Charge Kekse.
C1 verb /ˈkɪndəl/

kindle

entzünden
Meaning
to light a fire; to arouse or inspire
Example
She kindled the campfire with dry wood.
Sie entzündete das Lagerfeuer mit trockenem Holz.
C1 noun /ɪˈvæp.ər.ə.tɪv ˈkuː.lər/

Evaporative cooler

Verdunstungskühler
Meaning
a cooling device that uses water evaporation to reduce air temperature
Example
The evaporative cooler works best in dry climates.
Der Verdunstungskühler funktioniert am besten in trockenen Klimazonen.
C2 verb /əˈkɒst/

accost

aggressiv ansprechen
Meaning
to approach and speak to someone boldly or aggressively
Example
The reporter was accosted by protesters outside the courthouse.
Der Reporter wurde von Demonstranten vor dem Gericht angegangen.
C1 adjective /fəˈroʊ.ʃəs/

Ferocious

wild, grausam, heftig
Meaning
savagely fierce, cruel, or violent; extremely aggressive
Example
The ferocious storm destroyed many houses in the coastal area.
Der wilde Sturm zerstörte viele Häuser in der Küstenregion.
C1 adjective /ˈtɜːrbjələnt/

turbulent

turbulent
Meaning
Characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion; not stable or calm.
Example
The country went through a turbulent period of political change.
Das Land durchlief eine turbulente Phase politischen Wandels.
C1 adjective /ˈtæn.tə.laɪ.zɪŋ/

Tantalizing

verlockend; verführerisch, aber unerreichbar
Meaning
tempting and attractive but out of reach
Example
The tantalizing aroma of fresh bread filled the bakery.
Der verlockende Duft von frischem Brot erfüllte die Bäckerei.
C2 noun /ˈbrɪn.dʒəl/

Brinjal

Aubergine
Meaning
a large purple vegetable that is white inside; also called eggplant
Example
My mother cooked brinjal curry for lunch.
Meine Mutter hat Auberginen-Curry zum Mittagessen gekocht.
B2 noun (plural) /skræps/

scraps

reste
Meaning
Small pieces left over from something; also small fights or quarrels.
Example
The dog ate the scraps from the table.
Der Hund aß die Reste vom Tisch.
C2 noun /kaɪˈmɪərə/

chimera

chimäre
Meaning
A mythical creature with parts from different animals; also used to mean a fanciful illusion or unattainable dream.
Example
The idea of a perfect society is often a chimera.
Die Vorstellung einer perfekten Gesellschaft ist oft eine Chimäre.
B2 adjective /ˈrɒt.ən/

Rotten

verfault; schlecht
Meaning
decayed; spoiled; bad
Example
The apple is rotten and should be thrown away.
Der Apfel ist verfault und sollte weggeworfen werden.
C1 verb /flɑp/

flop

Flop
Meaning
to fall or move heavily and clumsily; to fail completely
Example
The new movie flopped at the box office.
Der neue Film floppt an der Kinokasse.
B1 noun ɪɡˈzek.jə.tɪv

executive

Exekutive
Meaning
The branch of government responsible for implementing and enforcing laws.
Example
The executive body enforces policies.
Der Exekutivkörper setzt die Richtlinien durch.
B2 noun /ˈærəɡəns/

Arrogance

arroganz
Meaning
having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities
Example
His arrogance made him unpopular among his colleagues.
Seine Arroganz machte ihn unter seinen Kollegen unbeliebt.
C1 adjective /ˌjuːtɪlɪˈtɛəriən/

utilitarian

Meaning
Designed to be useful or practical rather than attractive; relating to the doctrine that actions are right if they are useful or for the benefit of a majority.
Example
The building had a simple utilitarian design.
B1 noun /aʊl/

Owl

Eule
Meaning
a nocturnal bird of prey with large eyes and a hooked beak
Example
The owl hooted softly in the darkness of the forest.
Die Eule rief leise in der Dunkelheit des Waldes.
B2 adjective dʒəˈnet.ɪk

genetic

genetisch
Meaning
Relating to genes or heredity; concerning the transmission of inherited characteristics.
Example
Genetic traits influence physical characteristics.
Genetische Merkmale beeinflussen körperliche Eigenschaften.
C2 noun /ˈmoʊlər/

molar

Mahlzahn
Meaning
A large tooth at the back of the mouth used for grinding food.
Example
The dentist had to extract his wisdom molar.
Der Zahnarzt musste seinen Weisheitszahn ziehen.
C2 noun /ˈɪəri/

eyrie

Adlers Nest
Meaning
the nest of a bird of prey, such as an eagle, typically built high on a cliff or tree
Example
The eagle’s eyrie was perched high on the mountain cliff.
Das Adlers Nest war hoch auf der Felsenklippe.
A2 noun /flʌd/

Flood

überschwemmung
Meaning
an overflow of a large amount of water beyond its normal limits
Example
The heavy rain caused a flood in the village.
Der starke Regen verursachte eine Überschwemmung im Dorf.
C1 noun /ˈæpərtʃər/

aperture

öffnung / loch
Meaning
an opening, hole, or gap, especially one that lets in light
Example
Light entered through the small aperture in the wall.
Das Licht trat durch die kleine Öffnung in der Wand ein.
C1 adjective /məˈtɪk.jə.ləs/

meticulous

Äußerst sorgfältig und genau in der Aufmerksamkeit auf Details
Meaning
Extremely careful and precise in attention to detail
Example
A meticulous researcher checks every detail before publishing.
Ein sorgfältiger Forscher überprüft jedes Detail, bevor er es veröffentlicht.
A1 noun /ˈʌŋkəl/

uncle

Onkel
Meaning
the brother of one's father or mother
Example
My uncle is visiting us next week.
Mein Onkel wird uns nächste Woche besuchen.
B2 noun ˌɪn.tɪˈɡreɪ.ʃən

integration

Integration. Vereinigung.
Meaning
The action or process of integrating; the process of combining or adding parts to make a unified whole.
Example
Integration of networks will improve global communication.
Die Integration von Netzwerken wird die globale Kommunikation verbessern.
C2 noun /ˈvaɪsrɔɪ/

viceroy

Vizekönig
Meaning
a ruler exercising authority on behalf of a sovereign in a colony or province
Example
The viceroy governed the colony in the king's name.
Der Vizekönig regierte die Kolonie im Namen des Königs.
C2 noun /sɪˈdɪʃ.ən/

Sedition

Hochverrat
Meaning
conduct or speech inciting people to rebel against authority; treason
Example
The activist was charged with sedition for his inflammatory speeches.
Der Aktivist wurde wegen seiner aufrührerischen Reden wegen Hochverrats angeklagt.
C1 verb /ɪmˈboʊl.dən/

embolden

ermutigen
Meaning
To give someone the courage or confidence to do something.
Example
The coach's words emboldened the team to play aggressively.
Die Worte des Trainers ermutigten das Team, aggressiv zu spielen.
B2 adjective /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪzd/

specialized

spezialisiert
Meaning
designed or developed for a particular purpose or function
Example
He has a specialized knowledge of ancient civilizations.
Er hat ein spezialisiertes Wissen über alte Zivilisationen.
B1 verb /kleɪm/

claim

beanspruchen
Meaning
to assert ownership; to state as fact
Example
He claims to be the rightful owner.
Er beansprucht der rechtmäßige Besitzer zu sein.
B1 noun /ˈbeɪ.kɪŋ ˈpaʊ.dər/

Baking Powder

Backpulver
Meaning
a dry chemical leavening agent used to increase volume and lighten texture in baked goods
Example
The recipe calls for two teaspoons of baking powder.
Das Rezept erfordert zwei Teelöffel Backpulver.
C1 noun /ˈprɛəri/

prairie

Prärie
Meaning
A large open area of grassland, especially in North America.
Example
The bison roamed freely across the prairie.
Die Bisons zogen frei über die Prärie.
C1 adjective /ˈfrɔːdjʊlənt/

fraudulent

betrügerisch
Meaning
Involving or using deceit, especially criminal deception.
Example
He was arrested for making fraudulent insurance claims.
Er wurde verhaftet, weil er betrügerische Versicherungsansprüche eingereicht hatte.
A1 verb (first person singular of 'be') /æm/

am

ich
Meaning
the first person singular present tense of 'be'
Example
I am happy today.
Ich bin heute glücklich.
C2 noun /ˈbuː.jɒ̃/

bouillon

Brühe
Meaning
A clear, seasoned broth made by simmering meat, fish, or vegetables in water.
Example
She added vegetables to the bouillon for extra flavor.
Sie fügte Gemüse zur Brühe hinzu, um mehr Geschmack zu erhalten.
C1 verb /ˌriːˈtʌtʃ/

retouch

retuschieren
Meaning
To improve or repair a picture, photograph, or image by making small changes.
Example
The photographer retouched the image to remove blemishes.
Der Fotograf retuschierte das Bild, um Flecken zu entfernen.
B2 noun ˌprɒd.ʌkˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

productivity

Produktivität
Meaning
The effectiveness of productive effort, especially in industry, as measured in terms of the rate of output per unit of input.
Example
Improved irrigation boosts productivity.
Verbesserte Bewässerung steigert die Produktivität.
C1 noun /ˈlaɪm.stoʊn/

Lime stone

Kalkstein
Meaning
a hard sedimentary rock, composed mainly of calcium carbonate or dolomite, used as building material and in the making of cement
Example
The ancient building was made of limestone blocks.
Das alte Gebäude war aus Kalksteinblöcken gebaut
B1 noun /ˈʃoʊldər/

Shoulder

Schulter
Meaning
the part of the body between the neck and the arm
Example
He carried the bag over his shoulder.
Er trug die Tasche über seiner Schulter.
C1 adjective /dɪsˈsɪmɪlər/

dissimilar

ungleich
Meaning
Not alike; different.
Example
Though they are twins, their personalities are dissimilar.
Obwohl sie Zwillinge sind, sind ihre Persönlichkeiten ungleich.
B2 adjective /ˈlɪniər/

linear

linear
Meaning
Arranged in or extending along a straight line.
Example
The artist used linear perspective in his drawings.
Der Künstler verwendete lineare Perspektive in seinen Zeichnungen.
C2 verb /trænsˈfjuːz/

transfuse

transfundieren
Meaning
to transfer blood or another fluid into a vein or body part; to instill a quality or idea into someone or something
Example
The doctor had to transfuse blood into the patient after the surgery.
Der Arzt musste dem Patienten nach der Operation Blut transfundieren.
B2 adjective ɪkˈsɛsɪv

excessive

exzessiv
Meaning
More than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate.
Example
Excessive population growth leads to resource depletion.
Exzessives Bevölkerungswachstum führt zu Ressourcenerschöpfung.
C2 verb /ˈɛdɪfaɪ/

edify

bilden
Meaning
To instruct or improve someone morally or intellectually.
Example
Good books can both entertain and edify the reader.
Gute Bücher können den Leser sowohl unterhalten als auch bilden.
B2 noun /ˈlɔɪəlti/

loyalty

loyalität
Meaning
a strong feeling of support or allegiance
Example
His loyalty to the company earned him great respect.
Seine Loyalität gegenüber dem Unternehmen verschaffte ihm großen Respekt.