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B1 noun /ɪkˈspres treɪn/

Express Train

Expresszug
Meaning
a fast train that travels between major stations with few or no intermediate stops
Example
The express train reached the destination in half the usual time.
Der Expresszug erreichte das Ziel in der halben gewohnten Zeit.
B2 adjective ɪkˈsplɪsɪt

explicit

explizit
Meaning
Stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.
Example
The instructions were explicit, leaving no room for confusion.
Die Anweisungen waren explizit, ohne Raum für Verwirrung zu lassen.
B1 adjective /ɪkˈstendɪd/

extended

erweitert
Meaning
longer or larger than usual; continuing for a longer time
Example
They took an extended vacation in Europe this summer.
Sie machten diesen Sommer einen erweiterten Urlaub in Europa.
C1 noun /ˈɜːrθənˌwɛr/

earthenware

Keramik
Meaning
pottery made of clay and hardened by heat
Example
The shop displayed beautiful earthenware pots and bowls.
Das Geschäft zeigte schöne Keramik-Töpfe und -Schalen.
B2 noun /ɪˈstæblɪʃmənt/

establishment

Einrichtung
Meaning
An organization, business, or system; the act of setting something up.
Example
The restaurant is a new establishment in town.
Das Restaurant ist eine neue Einrichtung in der Stadt.
C2 noun /ˈiːən/

eon

Ära
Meaning
an indefinitely long period of time; an age
Example
Dinosaurs lived millions of years ago, in a different eon.
Dinosaurier lebten vor Millionen von Jahren, in einer anderen Ära.
C1 verb /ɪkˈspaʊnd/

expound

erklären
Meaning
to present and explain in detail
Example
The professor expounded the theory in simple terms.
Der Professor erklärte die Theorie in einfachen Worten.
C2 noun /ˈɛmɪsɛri/

emissary

Gesandter
Meaning
A person sent on a special mission, usually as a diplomatic representative.
Example
The king sent an emissary to negotiate peace.
Der König sandte einen Gesandten, um den Frieden zu verhandeln.
B2 verb /ɪˈvækjueɪt/

evacuate

evakuieren
Meaning
To remove people from a dangerous place to safety.
Example
The residents were ordered to evacuate the building after the fire alarm.
Die Bewohner wurden aufgefordert, das Gebäude nach dem Feueralarm zu evakuieren.
B2 verb ˈeksɪkjuːt

execute

ausführen
Meaning
To carry out or put into effect a plan, order, or course of action.
Example
NASA plans to execute the mission in three phases.
Die NASA plant, die Mission in drei Phasen auszuführen.
B1 adjective /ɪkˈspɪəriənst/

experienced

erfahren
Meaning
having knowledge or skill in a particular field gained through experience
Example
She is an experienced teacher who knows how to handle difficult students.
Sie ist eine erfahrene Lehrerin, die weiß, wie man schwierige Schüler behandelt.
C2 noun /ˈɛkwɪpɔɪz/

equipoise

Gleichgewicht
Meaning
A state of balance or equilibrium.
Example
Her calmness created an equipoise in the heated debate.
Ihre Ruhe schuf ein Gleichgewicht in der hitzigen Debatte.
A1 noun /ɪər/

Ear

Ohr; Gehör; Hörfähigkeit
Meaning
the organ of hearing; the ability to hear or listen
Example
She whispered something in his ear during the meeting.
Sie flüsterte ihm während des Treffens etwas ins Ohr.
C1 adjective /ɪɡˈzɔːr.bɪ.tənt/

exorbitant

überhöht
Meaning
Unreasonably high in price or cost; excessive.
Example
The hotel charged an exorbitant price for a basic room.
Das Hotel verlangte einen überhöhten Preis für ein einfaches Zimmer.
C1 noun /ɪnˈtaɪtəlmənt/

entitlement

Anspruch
Meaning
the belief that one is inherently deserving of privileges or special treatment; a right to benefits
Example
The program provides entitlement to health care.
Das Programm gewährt Anspruch auf Gesundheitsversorgung.
B2 noun ɪˈroʊʒən

erosion

Erosion
Meaning
The gradual destruction or diminishing of something.
Example
Power struggles often lead to the erosion of humanity.
Machtkämpfe führen oft zur Erosion der Menschlichkeit.
A2 adverb /ˈiːzɪli/

Easily

einfach; mühelos
Meaning
without difficulty; in a simple or effortless manner
Example
She easily solved the math problem in minutes.
Sie löste das Mathematikproblem einfach in wenigen Minuten.
B2 verb /ɪkˈsiːd/

exceed

überschreiten
Meaning
to go beyond a limit or expectation
Example
The athlete exceeded everyone's expectations by winning the gold medal.
Der Athlet hat die Erwartungen aller übertroffen, indem er die Goldmedaille gewann.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈɡreɪnd/

engrained

tief verwurzelt, schwer zu ändern
Meaning
Firmly fixed or established; difficult to change.
Example
Cultural practices are often deeply engrained in the fabric of society.
Kulturelle Praktiken sind oft tief in das Gefüge der Gesellschaft verwurzelt.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈdjʊər.ɪŋ/

Enduring

dauerhaft; beständig; lange andauernd
Meaning
lasting; permanent; continuing for a long time
Example
Their enduring friendship lasted for decades.
Ihre dauerhafte Freundschaft hielt Jahrzehnten lang.
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.
C2 adjective /ɪˈfʌldʒənt/

effulgent

strahlend
Meaning
Shining brilliantly; radiant.
Example
Her effulgent smile brightened everyone's mood.
Ihr strahlendes Lächeln erhellte die Stimmung aller.
C2 noun /ˌiː.tiˈɒ.lə.dʒi/

etiology

Ätiologie
Meaning
the cause or origin of a disease or condition
Example
Doctors are studying the etiology of the new virus.
Ärzte untersuchen die Ätiologie des neuen Virus.
C1 adjective /ˈen.vi.ə.bəl/

Enviable

beneidenswert
Meaning
causing envy; desirable
Example
Her success was enviable among her peers.
Ihr Erfolg war unter ihren Kollegen beneidenswert.
C2 noun /ɪˈmɒljʊmənt/

emolument

Gehalt
Meaning
payment for work or services; salary or fees
Example
The professor received his annual emolument from the university.
Der Professor erhielt sein jährliches Gehalt von der Universität.
C1 noun /ɪˈleɪʃən/

elation

Ekstase
Meaning
A feeling of great happiness and excitement.
Example
His elation was evident after winning the championship.
Seine Ekstase war nach dem Gewinn der Meisterschaft deutlich sichtbar.
A1 pronoun /ˈɛvribɒdi/

everybody

alle
Meaning
all people; everyone
Example
Everybody enjoyed the party.
Alle haben die Party genossen.
B1 verb ɪkˈspændɪd

expanded

erweitert
Meaning
Made or become larger or more extensive.
Example
Expanded opportunities in education can transform lives.
Erweiterte Möglichkeiten in der Bildung können Leben verändern.
C1 noun ɪnˈdaʊmənt

endowment

Stiftung, Schenkung
Meaning
An income or form of property given or bequeathed to someone.
Example
The university received a large endowment for research.
Die Universität erhielt eine große Stiftung für die Forschung.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈtaɪtəld/

entitled

berechtigt
Meaning
having the right to do or have something; feeling deserving of special treatment
Example
Employees are entitled to paid leave.
Mitarbeiter haben Anspruch auf bezahlten Urlaub.
B2 noun ˈekwɪti

equity

Eigenkapital
Meaning
The value of the shares issued by a company.
Example
Owning equity in a company can yield significant returns.
Aktienbesitz in einem Unternehmen kann erhebliche Renditen abwerfen.
C1 adjective /ˈɜːrθ.li/

Earthly

irdisch; weltlich; materiell
Meaning
relating to the earth or human life; worldly; material rather than spiritual
Example
He focused on earthly pleasures rather than spiritual growth.
Er konzentrierte sich auf irdische Freuden anstatt auf spirituelles Wachstum.
C1 adjective /ɪˈkwɛstriən/

equestrian

reitend
Meaning
Relating to horse riding or horseback riders.
Example
She won several equestrian competitions.
Sie hat mehrere Reitwettbewerbe gewonnen.
C1 adjective /juːˈfɔːrɪk/

euphoric

euphorisch
Meaning
Characterized by or feeling intense excitement and happiness.
Example
The fans were euphoric after their team's victory.
Die Fans waren euphorisch nach dem Sieg ihrer Mannschaft.
C2 noun /ɪˈfluːviəm/

effluvium

Gestank
Meaning
an unpleasant or harmful odor, secretion, or discharge
Example
The effluvium from the factory spread across the neighborhood.
Der Gestank aus der Fabrik verbreitete sich im ganzen Viertel.
B2 noun /ˌep.ɪˈdem.ɪk/

Epidemic

Epidemie
Meaning
a widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community
Example
The flu epidemic affected thousands of people across the country.
Die Grippe-Epidemie betraf tausende von Menschen im ganzen Land.
C2 noun /ˈɛndaɪv/ or /ˈɑːndɪv/

endive

Endivie
Meaning
A leafy vegetable belonging to the chicory family, often used in salads.
Example
She added fresh endive to the salad for a slightly bitter flavor.
Sie fügte frische Endivie zum Salat hinzu, um ihm einen leicht bitteren Geschmack zu verleihen.
C1 adverb ɪkˌsperɪˈmentəli

experimentally

experimentell
Meaning
In a way that is based on or derived from experiment and observation rather than theory.
Example
Bose demonstrated findings experimentally.
Bose zeigte die Ergebnisse experimentell.
B1 verb /ɪmˈplɔɪ/

employ

einstellen
Meaning
to hire someone to do a job; to use something effectively
Example
The company plans to employ more engineers next year.
Das Unternehmen plant, mehr Ingenieure im nächsten Jahr anzustellen.
B2 adjective ˈel.ɪ.dʒə.bəl

eligible

berechtigt
Meaning
Having the right to do or obtain something through satisfaction of the appropriate conditions.
Example
Only eligible candidates are considered for appointments.
Nur berechtigte Kandidaten werden für die Ernennungen in Betracht gezogen.
B1 verb /ɪkˈstend/

extend

erweitern
Meaning
to make longer or larger; to stretch out; to offer or give
Example
The company decided to extend the deadline for the project.
Das Unternehmen hat beschlossen, die Frist für das Projekt zu verlängern.
B2 noun /ɪˈmɜːrdʒəns/

emergence

Entstehung
Meaning
the process of coming into view, existence, or prominence
Example
The emergence of new technologies has transformed communication.
Das Entstehen neuer Technologien hat die Kommunikation verändert.
B2 noun ˈiː.kəʊˌsɪs.təm

ecosystem

ökosystem
Meaning
A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.
Example
A balanced ecosystem is crucial for environmental sustainability.
Ein ausgewogenes Ökosystem ist entscheidend für die Umwelt-Nachhaltigkeit.
C2 verb /ˈɛnərˌveɪt/

enervate

schwächen
Meaning
To weaken or drain someone of strength or vitality.
Example
The long hours of work enervated him.
Die langen Arbeitsstunden haben ihn geschwächt.
C2 verb /ɛksˈhjuːm/

exhume

exhumieren
Meaning
to dig out something buried, especially a body from the ground
Example
The archaeologists decided to exhume the ancient remains.
Die Archäologen beschlossen, die alten Überreste zu exhumieren.
B2 noun /ˈɜːnɪŋz/

earnings

Einkommen
Meaning
money obtained in return for labor or services
Example
Her monthly earnings are enough to support her family.
Ihr monatliches Einkommen reicht aus, um ihre Familie zu unterstützen.
B2 verb /ɪnˈtaɪtəl/

entitle

anspruchsrecht geben
Meaning
to give someone the right to have or do something
Example
Employees are entitled to receive paid holidays.
Angestellte haben Anspruch auf bezahlten Urlaub.
B1 adjective /ˈel.dər.li/

Elderly

älter; alt; Senior
Meaning
aged; advanced in years; old
Example
The elderly man walked slowly with his cane.
Der ältere Mann ging langsam mit seinem Stock.
C1 adjective ɪkˈskwɪzɪt

exquisite

exquisit
Meaning
Extremely beautiful and delicate.
Example
The exquisite craftsmanship of the watch made it a collector's item.
Die exquisite Handwerkskunst der Uhr machte sie zu einem Sammlerstück.
B2 noun /ɪnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdiə/

encyclopedia

Enzyklopädie
Meaning
a book or set of books containing information on many subjects, usually arranged alphabetically
Example
She used an encyclopedia to complete her school project.
Sie benutzte eine Enzyklopädie, um ihr Schulprojekt abzuschließen.
C2 noun /ˈɛpəlɛt/

epaulette

Schulterstück
Meaning
A variant spelling of epaulet, also meaning a shoulder ornament, especially on military uniforms.
Example
The officer’s epaulette shone brightly under the sunlight.
Die Epaulette des Offiziers glänzte hell im Sonnenlicht.
C1 adjective ɪˈroʊ.ni.əs

erroneous

fehlerhaft, inkorrekt
Meaning
Wrong; incorrect.
Example
His assumptions were completely erroneous.
Seine Annahmen waren völlig fehlerhaft.
C1 noun /ˈɛspiənɑːʒ/

espionage

Spionage
Meaning
The practice of spying or using spies to gather secret information, usually for political or military purposes.
Example
The agent was arrested on charges of espionage against the state.
Der Agent wurde wegen Spionage gegen den Staat verhaftet.
B1 noun ˈem.fə.sɪs

emphasis

Betonung
Meaning
Special importance, value, or prominence given to something; stress laid on a particular point or aspect.
Example
The speaker placed emphasis on sustainable development.
Der Sprecher legte Betonung auf nachhaltige Entwicklung.
B2 noun ɪnˈdev.ər

endeavor

Bemühung
Meaning
An attempt to achieve a goal; a serious determined effort.
Example
The endeavor to innovate space tourism is ambitious.
Der Versuch, den Weltraumtourismus zu innovieren, ist ehrgeizig.
C2 noun /juːˈdʒen.ɪks/

eugenics

Eugenik
Meaning
the study or practice of improving the genetic quality of the human population
Example
Eugenics has been criticized for its unethical applications in history.
Eugenik wurde aufgrund ihrer unethischen Anwendungen in der Geschichte kritisiert.
B1 noun /ɪɡˈzɪs.təns/

Existence

Existenz
Meaning
the fact or state of living or having objective reality; being alive
Example
Scientists are searching for evidence of life's existence on other planets.
Wissenschaftler suchen nach Beweisen für die Existenz von Leben auf anderen Planeten.
B2 noun /ɪkˈses/

Excess

überschuss; excess
Meaning
an amount of something that is more than necessary, permitted, or desirable
Example
The excess food from the party was donated to the local shelter.
Das überschüssige Essen von der Party wurde an das lokale Heim gespendet.
A2 verb /ɪkˈspekt/

expect

erwarten
Meaning
to think something will happen; to anticipate
Example
I expect the meeting to start at 9 AM.
Ich erwarte, dass das Treffen um 9 Uhr beginnt.
B2 verb /ɪˈveɪd/

evade

entkommen
Meaning
To escape or avoid something, especially by cleverness or trickery.
Example
He tried to evade the question by changing the subject.
Er versuchte, die Frage zu umgehen, indem er das Thema wechselte.
C1 verb ɪˈluː.sɪ.deɪt

elucidate

erklären, erläutern
Meaning
make (something) clear; explain.
Example
The professor elucidated the theory with simple examples.
Der Professor erläuterte die Theorie mit einfachen Beispielen.
B2 noun /ˈɪə.rə/

Era

Ära
Meaning
a long and distinct period of history with a particular feature or characteristic
Example
The Renaissance was an era of great artistic and cultural achievement.
Die Renaissance war eine Ära großer künstlerischer und kultureller Errungenschaften.
C1 noun /ɪnˈtaɪərəti/

entirety

Vollständigkeit
Meaning
the whole of something; the complete form
Example
He watched the movie in its entirety.
Er sah den Film in seiner Gesamtheit.
C1 noun /ɒnˈsɒmbəl/

ensemble

Ensemble, Gruppe
Meaning
a group of things or people viewed as a whole, especially performers in music or theater
Example
The theater ensemble gave a spectacular performance.
Das Theaterensemble gab eine spektakuläre Aufführung.
C1 adjective /ɪˈleɪtɪd/

elated

extrem glücklich
Meaning
Extremely happy and excited.
Example
She was elated when she heard the good news.
Sie war extrem glücklich, als sie die guten Nachrichten hörte.
C1 noun /ˈjuːlədʒi/

eulogy

Lobrede
Meaning
A speech or piece of writing that praises someone, especially after their death.
Example
Her brother delivered a heartfelt eulogy at the funeral.
Ihr Bruder hielt eine bewegende Lobrede bei der Beerdigung.
A2 noun /ˈɛndʒɪn/

engine

Motor
Meaning
A machine designed to convert energy into mechanical power.
Example
The car's engine failed on the highway.
Der Motor des Autos ist auf der Autobahn ausgefallen.
B2 verb /ɪnˈkwaɪər/

enquire

fragen
Meaning
to ask for information about something
Example
He enquired about the train schedule.
Er hat nach dem Fahrplan des Zuges gefragt.
C2 noun /ɪɡˈzɔːrbɪtəns/

exorbitance

Exorbitanz
Meaning
The quality of being excessive, unreasonable, or going beyond proper limits.
Example
The exorbitance of the hotel's prices shocked the tourists.
Die Exorbitanz der Hotelpreise schockierte die Touristen.
C2 noun /ɪˈfɛmɪnəsi/

effeminacy

Weiblichkeit
Meaning
The quality of showing traits traditionally associated with women, such as delicacy or softness.
Example
In ancient times, effeminacy was often criticized as a sign of weakness.
In alten Zeiten wurde Weiblichkeit oft als Zeichen von Schwäche kritisiert.
B2 verb /ɪnˈdeɪndʒər/

endanger

gefährden
Meaning
To put someone or something at risk or in danger.
Example
Cutting down forests can endanger many species of animals.
Das Abholzen von Wäldern kann viele Tierarten gefährden.
B2 noun /ɪkˈspen.dɪ.tʃər/

expenditure

Ausgabe
Meaning
The action of spending funds; an amount of money spent.
Example
Managing expenditure is critical for budgeting.
Die Verwaltung der Ausgaben ist entscheidend für die Budgetierung.
B2 verb /ɪkˈskleɪm/

exclaim

ausrufen
Meaning
to cry out suddenly in surprise, strong emotion, or excitement
Example
She exclaimed with joy when she saw the gift.
Sie rief vor Freude aus, als sie das Geschenk sah.
B1 noun /ɪˈfɛk.tɪv kəˌmjuː.nɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

effective communication

effektive Kommunikation
Meaning
Clear and meaningful exchange of information that achieves its intended purpose.
Example
Effective communication is key to strong relationships.
Effektive Kommunikation ist der Schlüssel zu starken Beziehungen.
B2 adjective ˌiːkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl

ecological

ökologisch
Meaning
Relating to ecology or the environment.
Example
Deforestation threatens the ecological balance of the planet.
Abholzung gefährdet das ökologische Gleichgewicht des Planeten.
B1 noun ɪˈməʊʃənz

emotions

Gefühle
Meaning
Strong feelings deriving from one's circumstances, mood, or relationships with others.
Example
Emotions ran high during the protests.
Die Gefühle waren während der Proteste sehr intensiv.
C1 adjective /ˈɛntərˌpraɪzɪŋ/

enterprising

unternehmerisch
Meaning
showing initiative and resourcefulness; willing to take risks to achieve success
Example
She is an enterprising young entrepreneur.
Sie ist eine unternehmerische junge Unternehmerin.
B2 noun /ˈaɪ.bɔːl/

Eyeball

Augapfel
Meaning
the round part of the eye within the eyelids and socket
Example
The doctor examined his eyeball carefully.
Der Arzt hat seinen Augapfel sorgfältig untersucht.
B2 adjective /ɪˈlæs.tɪk/

Elastic

elastisch
Meaning
able to stretch and return to original shape; flexible; adaptable
Example
The elastic band can stretch and return to its original shape.
Das elastische Band kann sich dehnen und in seine ursprüngliche Form zurückkehren.
C2 adjective /ˈɛrzæts/

ersatz

Ersatz
Meaning
made or used as a substitute, typically an inferior one
Example
The cheap shoes were made of ersatz leather.
Die billigen Schuhe waren aus Ersatzleder gefertigt.
C2 noun /ɪɡˈzɛmplɑːr/

exemplar

Beispiel
Meaning
A model or pattern to be copied or imitated.
Example
She is an exemplar of kindness and generosity.
Sie ist ein Beispiel für Freundlichkeit und Großzügigkeit.
A1 adjective /ɪkˈsaɪtɪd/

excited

aufgeregt
Meaning
very enthusiastic and eager about something
Example
The children were excited to open their presents.
Die Kinder waren aufgeregt, ihre Geschenke zu öffnen.
B2 adjective ɪkˈstɪŋkt

extinct

ausgestorben
Meaning
No longer in existence; having died out completely.
Example
Some species are becoming extinct due to overfishing.
Einige Arten werden aufgrund der Überfischung aussterben.
B2 verb /ɪmˈbreɪs/

embrace

umarmen
Meaning
to hold someone closely in your arms; to accept willingly
Example
She embraced her friend at the airport.
Sie umarmte ihre Freundin am Flughafen.
B1 noun /ˈen.trəns/

Entrance

Eingang
Meaning
an opening that allows access to a place; the action of entering
Example
The main entrance to the building was decorated with beautiful flowers.
Der Haupteingang des Gebäudes war mit schönen Blumen geschmückt.
A1 number /ɪˈlɛvən/

eleven

elf
Meaning
the number after ten and before twelve; 11
Example
There are eleven students in the classroom.
Es gibt elf Schüler im Klassenzimmer.
B2 noun /ɪmˈbærəsmənt/

embarrassment

peinlichkeit
Meaning
a feeling of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness
Example
Her face turned red with embarrassment after the mistake.
Ihr Gesicht wurde nach dem Fehler rot vor Peinlichkeit.
C1 noun /ˌjuːθəˈneɪʒə/

euthanasia

aktive Sterbehilfe
Meaning
The practice of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering.
Example
The debate about euthanasia raises difficult ethical questions.
Die Debatte über Euthanasie wirft schwierige ethische Fragen auf.
C2 noun ˌiːkwəˈnɪməti

equanimity

Mentale Ruhe, Beherrschung und Gleichgewicht, besonders in schwierigen Situationen
Meaning
Mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation.
Example
She handled the news with remarkable equanimity.
Sie ging mit bemerkenswerter Gelassenheit mit der Nachricht um.
B1 verb /ˈɛdjʊˌkeɪt/

educate

erziehen
Meaning
to give knowledge, skills, or training to someone; to teach
Example
Parents should educate their children about healthy habits.
Eltern sollten ihre Kinder über gesunde Gewohnheiten erziehen.
C1 noun ɪnˌvaɪ.rənˈmen.təl ˌtræns.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən

environmental transformation

umweltveränderung
Meaning
A significant change in environmental conditions or ecological systems.
Example
The city demonstrates environmental transformation.
Die Stadt zeigt eine Umweltveränderung.
C2 noun /ˌɛpɪzəʊˈɒtɪk/

epizootic

Epizootie
Meaning
An outbreak of disease affecting many animals of one kind at the same time.
Example
The farmer feared an epizootic might wipe out his cattle.
Der Bauer fürchtete, dass eine Epizootie sein Vieh auslöschen könnte.
C2 noun /ˌɛfəˈvɛsəns/

effervescence

Sprudel
Meaning
The release of gas bubbles; vivacity or high-spiritedness.
Example
Her effervescence made her the life of the party.
Ihre Sprudel machte sie zum Leben der Party.
A2 noun /ɛmˈplɔɪ.iː/

employee

Angestellter
Meaning
A person who works for an organization or company in return for payment.
Example
The company values each employee's contribution to its success.
Das Unternehmen schätzt den Beitrag jedes Mitarbeiters zu seinem Erfolg.
A2 verb /ˈentər/

enter

betreten
Meaning
to go into; to come or go inside
Example
Please knock before you enter the room.
Bitte klopfen Sie, bevor Sie den Raum betreten.
C2 adjective /ˌɛlɪˈfæntaɪn/

elephantine

elefantengleich
Meaning
Huge, clumsy, or resembling an elephant in size or movement.
Example
The man moved with an elephantine grace.
Der Mann bewegte sich mit einer elefantinen Grazie.
B1 noun /ɪˈskeɪp/

Escape

Flucht; Entkommen; Befreiung
Meaning
an act of breaking free from confinement or control; a way out
Example
The prisoner's escape from the jail shocked the authorities.
Die Flucht des Gefangenen aus dem Gefängnis schockierte die Behörden.
C1 adjective /ɪkˈstɛnjueɪtɪŋ/

extenuating

mildernd
Meaning
serving to make a fault or an offense seem less serious
Example
She asked for leniency due to extenuating circumstances.
Sie bat um Nachsicht aufgrund mildernder Umstände.
B1 adjective ɪˈstæb.lɪʃt

established

etabliert
Meaning
Having been in existence for a long time and therefore recognized and generally accepted; set up on a firm or permanent basis.
Example
Democracy was established under strong leadership.
Die Demokratie wurde unter starker Führung etabliert.
B2 noun ɪˈmɪʃ.ən

emission

Emission
Meaning
The release or discharge of gases, particles, or other substances into the environment.
Example
Car manufacturers are reducing carbon emissions.
Autohersteller reduzieren die Kohlenstoffemissionen.
B2 adjective /ɪkˈstɪr.i.ər/

Exterior

Außenbereich; äußere; äußere Oberfläche
Meaning
relating to the outside part or surface of something; outer
Example
The exterior of the building was painted in bright colors.
Die Außenansicht des Gebäudes war in hellen Farben gestrichen.
B1 adjective /ˌɛdjuˈkeɪʃənl/

educational

erzieherisch
Meaning
Relating to the provision of education or having an educative effect.
Example
The journey was an educational experience.
Die Reise war eine lehrreiche Erfahrung.
C1 noun /ˈiːɡətɪst/

egotist

Egoist
Meaning
A person who is excessively self-centered or talks too much about themselves.
Example
The egotist dominated the conversation by talking only about his own achievements.
Der Egoist dominierte das Gespräch, indem er nur über seine eigenen Erfolge sprach.
C2 adjective /ɪˈpɪstələri/

epistolary

epistolisch
Meaning
Related to the writing of letters; expressed in or through letters.
Example
The novel is written in an epistolary style, consisting of letters between characters.
Der Roman ist im epistolischen Stil geschrieben, bestehend aus Briefen zwischen den Charakteren.
C1 noun ɪkˌstræp.əˈleɪ.ʃən

extrapolation

Extrapolation
Meaning
The action of estimating or concluding something by assuming that existing trends will continue.
Example
His extrapolation of market trends helped in financial planning.
Seine Extrapolation der Marktentwicklungen half bei der finanziellen Planung.
C1 verb /ɪkˈstoʊl/

extol

preisen
Meaning
to praise enthusiastically and highly
Example
The teacher extolled the student's dedication and hard work.
Der Lehrer pries die Hingabe und harte Arbeit des Schülers.
A1 verb /iːt/

eat

essen
Meaning
to put food in the mouth and chew and swallow it
Example
We eat dinner at 7 PM.
Wir essen um 19 Uhr zu Abend.
C2 verb /ɪˈfjuːz/

effuse

ausgießen
Meaning
To pour out or express feelings freely and openly.
Example
She effused gratitude for the help she received.
Sie drückte ihre Dankbarkeit für die Hilfe aus, die sie erhalten hatte.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈlaɪ.tənd/

Enlightened

erleuchtet; aufgeklärt; weise;
Meaning
having or showing a rational, modern outlook; having spiritual knowledge or understanding
Example
The enlightened teacher shared wisdom with all her students.
Der erleuchtete Lehrer teilte Weisheit mit allen seinen Schülern.
A2 adjective /ˈiː.stərn/

Eastern

östlich
Meaning
relating to or situated in the east; from or characteristic of the eastern part of the world
Example
She studied Eastern philosophy at the university.
Sie studierte östliche Philosophie an der Universität.
C1 noun /ˈiːkwɪnɒks/

equinox

Gleichgewicht zwischen Tag und Nacht
Meaning
The time or date when day and night are of equal length, occurring twice a year.
Example
The spring equinox marks the beginning of longer days.
Die Frühlings-Tagundnachtgleiche markiert den Beginn der längeren Tage.
C1 noun /ɪkˌsperɪˈmɛnteɪʃən/

experimentation

Experimentierung
Meaning
The process of performing a scientific procedure to make a discovery, test a hypothesis, or demonstrate a known fact.
Example
Experimentation leads to groundbreaking products.
Experimentierung führt zu bahnbrechenden Produkten.
C2 adjective /ɛkˈstrɪnzɪk/

extrinsic

extrinsisch
Meaning
Not part of the essential nature of someone or something; coming from outside.
Example
His motivation was largely extrinsic, driven by rewards and recognition.
Seine Motivation war größtenteils extrinsisch, angetrieben von Belohnungen und Anerkennung.
C1 noun /ˈiːɡoʊˌɪzəm/

egoism

Egoismus
Meaning
An ethical theory that treats self-interest as the foundation of morality; also, excessive preoccupation with oneself.
Example
His decisions were often driven by egoism rather than concern for others.
Seine Entscheidungen wurden oft vom Egoismus angetrieben, statt von der Sorge um andere.
B2 verb /ˈɛskɔrt/

escort

begleiten
Meaning
to accompany someone; to guide or protect while going somewhere
Example
The guard escorted the visitor to the office.
Der Wachmann eskortierte den Besucher ins Büro.
C2 noun /ˌɛksɪˈkreɪʃən/

execration

verfluchung
Meaning
An act of cursing or denouncing someone or something with hatred.
Example
The dictator’s name was spoken with execration after his fall.
Der Name des Diktators wurde nach seinem Sturz mit Verfluchung ausgesprochen.
B2 adjective /ɪkˈskluːdɪd/

Excluded

ausgeschlossen; abgelehnt
Meaning
not included; left out; barred from participation
Example
He felt excluded from the group activities and conversations.
Er fühlte sich von den Gruppenaktivitäten und Gesprächen ausgeschlossen.
C2 noun /ɪɡˈzækʃən/

exaction

Erpressung
Meaning
the act of demanding or obtaining something, especially unfairly
Example
The peasants suffered under the king's heavy exactions.
Die Bauern litten unter den schweren Erpressungen des Königs.
B1 adverb /ɪˈfɛktɪvli/

effectively

effektiv
Meaning
in a way that produces the desired result; efficiently and successfully
Example
The team worked together effectively to finish the project on time.
Das Team hat effektiv zusammengearbeitet, um das Projekt pünktlich abzuschließen.
B2 noun /ɪkˈspəʊʒər/

exposure

Exposition
Meaning
the state of being exposed to contact with something, especially harmful
Example
Prolonged exposure to the sun can damage your skin.
Lange Exposition gegenüber der Sonne kann deiner Haut schaden.
B2 verb /ɪmˈbɑːrkɪŋ/

embarking

eine Reise beginnen
Meaning
Beginning a journey or enterprise.
Example
The group is embarking on a long journey.
Die Gruppe beginnt eine lange Reise.