C1 noun /ˌɛkstrəˈdɪʃən/

extradition

Auslieferung

Meaning

the official process of sending someone accused of a crime to another country or state

Example

The extradition of the suspect was delayed due to legal issues.

Die Auslieferung des Verdächtigen wurde aufgrund rechtlicher Probleme verzögert.

C1 adjective /ˈnɔːtɪkəl/

nautical

nautisch

Meaning

relating to ships, sailors, or navigation on water

Example

He studied nautical charts before setting sail.

Er studierte nautische Karten, bevor er die Segel setzte.

C1 verb /rɪˈbʌt/

rebut

widerlegen

Meaning

to argue against or prove wrong; to refute

Example

The lawyer rebutted the false accusations with strong evidence.

Der Anwalt widerlegte die falschen Anschuldigungen mit starken Beweisen.

B2 adjective /fɔːrˈsiːəbl/

foreseeable

vorhersehbar

Meaning

Able to be predicted or expected in advance

Example

The company is unlikely to make changes in the foreseeable future.

Es ist unwahrscheinlich, dass das Unternehmen in absehbarer Zukunft Änderungen vornimmt.

C1 noun /ˌkɒŋɡrɪˈɡeɪʃən/

congregation

Gemeinde

Meaning

a group of people assembled for religious worship or a common purpose

Example

The congregation gathered to hear the sermon.

Die Gemeinde versammelte sich, um die Predigt zu hören.

B2 verb /ˈprɒsɪkjuːt/

prosecute

verfolgen

Meaning

to institute legal proceedings against someone

Example

The lawyer decided to prosecute the case after gathering sufficient evidence.

Der Anwalt entschied sich, den Fall nach dem Sammeln ausreichender Beweise zu verfolgen.

C1 adjective /ˈfuːlpruːf/

foolproof

einwandfrei

Meaning

Designed to be very easy to use or understand, leaving no possibility of failure or error.

Example

The new software has a foolproof installation process.

Die neue Software hat einen einwandfreien Installationsprozess.

B2 verb /blɛnd/

blend

mischen

Meaning

to mix things together smoothly; to combine harmoniously

Example

She blends the ingredients carefully.

Sie mischt die Zutaten sorgfältig.

C2 adjective /beɪˈkoʊniən/

baconian

Meaning

Relating to the philosopher Francis Bacon or his method of scientific reasoning.

Example

The researcher followed a Baconian approach to observation and experimentation.

Der Forscher folgte einem baconianen Ansatz der Beobachtung und Experimentierung.

C1 noun /jɑːrn/

Yarn

Garn

Meaning

spun thread used for knitting, weaving, or sewing; a long or rambling story

Example

She bought colorful yarn for knitting a sweater.

Sie kaufte farbiges Garn, um einen Pullover zu stricken.

C1 verb /ˈweɪvər/

waver

schwanken

Meaning

to become unsteady or indecisive; to hesitate or shake

Example

She began to waver in her decision to move abroad.

Sie begann in ihrer Entscheidung, ins Ausland zu gehen, zu schwanken.

B2 noun /saɪˈkaɪətri/

psychiatry

psychiatrie

Meaning

the branch of medicine focused on the study and treatment of mental illness

Example

She decided to study psychiatry to help people with mental health issues.

Sie entschied sich, Psychiatrie zu studieren, um Menschen mit psychischen Gesundheitsproblemen zu helfen.

C2 adjective /ˈmɪnsɪŋ/

mincing

betont

Meaning

affectedly delicate, dainty, or refined in manner or movement

Example

He walked with mincing steps across the stage.

Er ging mit betonten Schritten über die Bühne.

C1 noun /pəˈræl.ə.sɪs/

Paralysis

Lähmung

Meaning

the loss of the ability to move part or all of the body; complete inability to act or function

Example

The accident left him with paralysis in his legs.

Der Unfall ließ ihn mit einer Paralyse in den Beinen zurück.

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.

C1 verb ɔːɡˈmɛntɪŋ

augmenting

vergrößern

Meaning

Increasing; making something greater in size, number, or degree

Example

Life expectancy is augmenting with advancements in healthcare.

Die Lebenserwartung steigt mit den Fortschritten im Gesundheitswesen.

A2 adjective /prəˈfɛʃənl/

professional

beruflich

Meaning

relating to a job that requires special training or education

Example

She is a professional dancer who performs internationally.

Sie ist eine professionelle Tänzerin, die international auftritt.

C2 noun /ˈpɛrɪstaɪl/

peristyle

ein von Säulen umgebener Balkon

Meaning

A continuous porch formed by a row of columns surrounding the perimeter of a building or courtyard.

Example

The Roman villa featured a beautiful peristyle garden.

Die römische Villa hatte einen schönen peristyl Garten.

B2 noun /flɔː/

flaw

fehler

Meaning

a defect or imperfection in something

Example

The diamond had a small flaw that was barely visible.

Der Diamant hatte einen kleinen Fehler, der kaum sichtbar war.

C1 noun, adjective /ˈlæksətɪv/

laxative

Abführmittel

Meaning

A medicine or substance that stimulates bowel movements; tending to loosen or relieve constipation.

Example

The doctor prescribed a mild laxative for her condition.

Der Arzt verschrieb ein mildes Abführmittel für ihren Zustand.

C1 noun /ˈmeɪniə/

Mania

Manie; extreme Begeisterung

Meaning

Mental illness marked by periods of great excitement; extreme enthusiasm

Example

She had a mania for collecting vintage postcards from around the world.

Sie hatte eine Manie, alte Postkarten aus der ganzen Welt zu sammeln.

B2 noun /ˈpæs.taɪm/

Pastime

Freizeitbeschäftigung

Meaning

an activity done regularly for enjoyment; a hobby or recreational activity

Example

Reading books is her favorite pastime during weekends.

Bücher lesen ist ihr Lieblingsfreizeitbeschäftigung an den Wochenenden.

C1 adjective /ˈmoʊmənˌteri/

momentary

momentan

Meaning

Lasting for only a short time.

Example

There was a momentary silence in the room.

Es gab eine momentane Stille im Raum.

B2 noun /əˈsɜːʃən/

assertion

Behauptung

Meaning

a confident and forceful statement of fact or belief

Example

Her assertion that she was right was met with silence.

Ihre Behauptung, dass sie recht hatte, wurde mit Stille empfangen.

B2 noun /nɒt/

Knot

Knoten

Meaning

a fastening made by tying a piece of string, rope, or something similar; a hard mass in wood

Example

The sailor tied a secure knot to anchor the boat safely.

Der Seemann knüpfte einen sicheren Knoten, um das Boot sicher zu verankern.

C2 noun /ˈænti/

ante

Einsatz zu Beginn eines Spiels

Meaning

a stake put up by a player in poker or similar games before receiving cards; also used figuratively to mean an initial investment or contribution

Example

Each player placed an ante before the game began.

Jeder Spieler setzte ein Ante, bevor das Spiel begann.

B1 verb /əˈkɜːr/

occur

auftreten

Meaning

to happen or take place; to be found or present

Example

The accident occurred at the intersection during rush hour.

Der Unfall trat an der Kreuzung während der Stoßzeit auf.

A1 adverb /æz/

As

während; weil; während der Zeit, die

Meaning

in the way that; while; because; during the time that

Example

As you grow older, you become wiser.

Während du älter wirst, wirst du weiser.

A2 noun /ˈtrævələr/

traveler

Reisender

Meaning

a person who is traveling or who often travels

Example

The traveler rested at a small inn after a long journey.

Der Reisende ruhte sich nach einer langen Reise in einer kleinen Herberge aus.

B2 adverb /əˈten.tɪv.li/

Attentively

aufmerksam

Meaning

with careful attention; in a focused manner

Example

She listened attentively to her teacher's instructions.

Sie hörte aufmerksam auf die Anweisungen ihres Lehrers.

A2 noun /stɛp/

step

Schritt

Meaning

a movement made by lifting one foot and putting it down in a new position

Example

She took a step towards the door.

Sie machte einen Schritt auf die Tür zu.

C1 adjective /ˈweɪwərd/

wayward

ungezogen

Meaning

Difficult to control or predict because of unusual or perverse behavior.

Example

The teacher struggled to manage the wayward students.

Der Lehrer hatte Schwierigkeiten, die ungezogenen Schüler zu managen.

C2 noun /bɛl/

belle

schöne Frau

Meaning

A beautiful woman, especially the most attractive woman at a gathering.

Example

She was the belle of the ball that evening.

Sie war die Schönheit des Balls an diesem Abend.

C2 noun /ˌniːoʊˈdɑːrwɪnɪzəm/

neo-darwinism

Neo-Darwinismus

Meaning

A modern interpretation of Darwin's theory of evolution, integrating genetics and natural selection.

Example

Neo-Darwinism combines Darwin’s theory of natural selection with modern genetics.

Der Neo-Darwinismus kombiniert Darwins Theorie der natürlichen Selektion mit moderner Genetik.

B1 noun ˈfæmɪli triː

Family Tree

Stammbaum

Meaning

A diagram showing the relationships between people in several generations of a family.

Example

Creating a family tree helps understand family history.

Einen Stammbaum zu erstellen hilft, die Familiengeschichte zu verstehen.

C1 noun /sɪlt/

silt

Schlamm

Meaning

Fine sand, clay, or other material carried by running water and deposited as a sediment.

Example

The river deposited layers of silt along its banks.

Der Fluss hat Schichten von Schlamm entlang seiner Ufer abgelagert.

B2 noun /ˈteɪ.lər/

Tailor

Schneider

Meaning

a person whose job is making and altering clothes

Example

The tailor measured him for a new suit.

Der Schneider hat ihm Maß für einen neuen Anzug genommen.

C1 noun /ˈɒntreɪ/ (UK), /ˈɑːntreɪ/ (US)

entree

Hauptgericht

Meaning

The main course of a meal (US); the right to enter or access (formal).

Example

The restaurant’s signature steak was served as the main entree.

Das Signature-Steak des Restaurants wurde als Hauptgericht serviert.

A1 noun /ˈʃɒpɪŋ/

shopping

Einkaufen

Meaning

the activity of going to shops to buy things

Example

She spent the afternoon shopping for clothes.

Sie verbrachte den Nachmittag mit Shopping für Kleidung.

C1 adjective /ˈloʊli/

lowly

demütig

Meaning

humble in status, position, or manner

Example

She rose from a lowly position to become the company's CEO.

Sie stieg von einer niedrigen Position zur CEO des Unternehmens auf.

C2 adjective /ˈmjuːtəbl/

mutable

veränderlich

Meaning

Capable of change or alteration.

Example

Human emotions are mutable and can shift rapidly.

Menschliche Emotionen sind veränderlich und können sich schnell ändern.

C1 noun /ˈjuː.fə.mɪ.zəm/

euphemism

ein milder oder indirekter Begriff, der durch einen als zu hart oder direkt empfundenen ersetzt wird

Meaning

A mild or indirect term substituted for one considered too harsh or direct; polite expression for something unpleasant.

Example

The phrase "passed away" is a euphemism for "died".

Der Ausdruck 'von uns gegangen' ist ein Euphemismus für 'gestorben'.

C1 verb /rɪˈprɛs/

repress

unterdrücken

Meaning

To restrain, suppress, or keep under control, especially emotions or desires.

Example

He tried to repress his anger during the meeting.

Er versuchte, seinen Ärger während des Treffens zu unterdrücken.

C1 noun /ˈɪntərˌpleɪ/

interplay

Wechselwirkung

Meaning

The way in which two or more things have an effect on each other.

Example

The interplay between culture and technology shapes modern life.

Die Wechselwirkung zwischen Kultur und Technologie prägt das moderne Leben.

B2 noun /hʌb/

hub

zentrale

Meaning

the central part of a place or activity where things converge

Example

The city is the hub of the country's trade network.

Die Stadt ist das Zentrum des Handelsnetzwerks des Landes.

B2 noun /ˈruːmər/

rumor

Gerücht

Meaning

a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth.

Example

There’s a rumor that the company will merge next year.

Es gibt ein Gerücht, dass das Unternehmen im nächsten Jahr fusionieren wird.

B2 noun /ˈsɒlɪtjuːd/

solitude

einsamkeit

Meaning

The state or situation of being alone.

Example

Solitude can provide the opportunity for deep reflection.

Die Einsamkeit kann die Möglichkeit für tiefgehende Reflexion bieten.

B2 adjective /ˈkwɔːrtərli/

Quarterly

vierteljährlich

Meaning

occurring every three months; relating to a quarter of a year

Example

The company publishes quarterly reports to shareholders.

Das Unternehmen veröffentlicht vierteljährliche Berichte an die Aktionäre.

C2 adjective /ˈɡɑːrbəld/

garbled

verzerrt

Meaning

Describes speech or text that is distorted or unclear.

Example

The radio broadcast was full of garbled messages.

Die Radiodurchsage war voller verwirrter Nachrichten.

C2 noun /ˈhɑːstəlri/

hostelry

Gasthaus

Meaning

An inn or lodging place, especially one for travelers.

Example

They stayed at a small hostelry near the mountains.

Sie übernachteten in einem kleinen Gasthaus in der Nähe der Berge.

C2 verb /əkˈsiːd/

accede

einwilligen

Meaning

to agree to a request, proposal, or demand; to assume an office or position

Example

The government finally acceded to the demands of the protesters.

Die Regierung hat schließlich den Forderungen der Demonstranten zugestimmt.

B2 noun /ɡroʊθ ˈmaɪnd.sɛt/

growth mindset

Wachstumsmentalität

Meaning

A mindset that believes in learning, developing, and improving skills.

Example

A growth mindset helps individuals embrace challenges.

Eine Wachstumsmentalität hilft den Menschen, Herausforderungen zu bewältigen.

A1 adjective (superlative) /ˈɡreɪ.tɪst/

greatest

der größte

Meaning

The highest degree of greatness; the most outstanding or important.

Example

He is considered one of the greatest leaders of all time.

Er gilt als einer der größten Führer aller Zeiten.

B2 noun ˈtrɪbjuːt

tribute

Huldigung

Meaning

An act, statement, or gift that is intended to show gratitude, respect, or admiration.

Example

They paid tribute to the brave freedom fighters.

Sie zollten den tapferen Freiheitskämpfern Tribut.

B1 adjective /rɪˈmeɪnɪŋ/

remaining

verbleibend

Meaning

still existing or left after others are gone or dealt with

Example

There were only a few remaining tickets for the concert.

Es gab nur noch wenige verbleibende Tickets für das Konzert.

C1 adjective /kəmˈpleɪsənt/

complacent

selbstzufrieden

Meaning

showing self-satisfaction and a lack of concern about potential dangers or problems

Example

The team grew complacent after a few victories and stopped practicing hard.

Das Team wurde nach einigen Siegen selbstzufrieden und hörte auf, hart zu trainieren.

B1 adverb /ˈpraʊdli/

proudly

stolz

Meaning

in a way that shows pride or satisfaction; with a sense of honor or achievement

Example

She proudly displayed her achievements to her family.

Sie zeigte stolz ihre Erfolge ihrer Familie.

B2 adjective /ˈtɛlɪŋ/

telling

aufschlussreich

Meaning

Revealing something significant or giving important information.

Example

Her silence was more telling than words.

Ihr Schweigen war aufschlussreicher als Worte.

C1 noun /ˈfræk.tʃər/

Fracture

Fraktur; Knochenbruch

Meaning

the cracking or breaking of a hard object or material; a break in a bone

Example

The doctor confirmed that he had a hairline fracture in his wrist.

Der Arzt bestätigte, dass er einen Haarriss in seinem Handgelenk hatte.

C1 noun əˌkred.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən

accreditation

Akkreditierung

Meaning

The action or process of officially recognizing someone or something as having a particular status or being qualified to perform a particular activity.

Example

Accreditation ensures institutional credibility.

Die Akkreditierung gewährleistet die institutionelle Glaubwürdigkeit.

A2 adjective /ˈreɡ.jə.lər/

Regular

regelmäßig

Meaning

happening at fixed intervals; consistent; normal; frequent

Example

She goes for regular exercise every morning at 6 AM.

Sie treibt jeden Morgen um 6 Uhr regelmäßig Sport.

B1 noun /kənˌɡrætʃəˈleɪʃən/

congratulation

Glückwunsch

Meaning

an expression of praise or joy for someone’s achievement or good fortune

Example

She sent a congratulation to her friend on winning the award.

Sie schickte ihrer Freundin einen Glückwunsch zum Gewinn des Preises.

B2 noun ˈsəʊ.ʃəl ˈdʒʌs.tɪs

social justice

soziale Gerechtigkeit

Meaning

Justice in terms of the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within a society.

Example

Social justice ensures equality of opportunity.

Soziale Gerechtigkeit gewährleistet Chancengleichheit.

B1 noun /ˈtɛkstbʊk/

textbook

Lehrbuch

Meaning

a book used for studying a subject in school or college

Example

She bought a new biology textbook for her class.

Sie kaufte ein neues Biologiebuch für ihren Kurs.

C2 adjective /ˈprɒɡnəθəs/

prognathous

vorgewölbte Kiefer

Meaning

Having jaws that project forward beyond the rest of the face.

Example

The fossil displayed a distinctly prognathous skull structure.

Das Fossil zeigte eine deutlich vorgewölbte Kieferskelettstruktur.

B2 verb /ˈɔː.tə.meɪt/

automate

automatisieren

Meaning

To make a process or system operate automatically by means of machines or computers.

Example

Many companies automate their processes to save time.

Viele Unternehmen automatisieren ihre Prozesse, um Zeit zu sparen.

C1 noun /ˈθʌroʊˌbrɛd/

thoroughbred

Vollblutpferd

Meaning

a horse of pure and recognized breed; a person of good breeding or education

Example

The jockey rode a fast thoroughbred in the race.

Der Jockey ritt ein schnelles Vollblutpferd im Rennen.

B1 noun /ˈlaɪ.ər/

Liar

Lügner

Meaning

a person who tells lies; someone who does not tell the truth

Example

Nobody trusts him because he is a liar.

Niemand vertraut ihm, weil er ein Lügner ist.

C1 phrase ˈriː.dʒən.əl ˈfɔː.rəm

regional forum

regionaler Forum

Meaning

A meeting or conference where representatives from countries or organizations in a specific geographical area discuss issues of common interest.

Example

The Regional Forum discussed deforestation impacts.

Das regionale Forum diskutierte die Auswirkungen der Abholzung.

A2 noun /ˈtrævələr/

traveller

Reisender

Meaning

A person who is on a journey or frequently travels to different places.

Example

The traveller set out early in the morning to explore new lands.

Der Reisende machte sich früh am Morgen auf, um neue Länder zu erkunden.

A2 noun /fluː/

flu

Grippe

Meaning

a contagious viral illness causing fever, aches, and respiratory symptoms; influenza

Example

She stayed home because she had the flu.

Sie blieb zu Hause, weil sie die Grippe hatte.

C1 noun /ˈdʊr.i.ən/

Durian

Meaning

a large spiky tropical fruit known for its strong smell and creamy custard-like flesh

Example

Durian is known as the king of fruits in Southeast Asia despite its pungent odor.

Durian ist in Südostasien trotz seines stechenden Geruchs als König der Früchte bekannt.

B1 adverb /ˈrel.ə.tɪv.li/

Relatively

relativ

Meaning

in comparison to something else; quite; fairly

Example

The weather is relatively warm today.

Das Wetter ist heute relativ warm.

C1 noun /fɪˈlæn.θrə.pɪst/

philanthropist

Philanthrop

Meaning

a person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, especially by donating money to good causes

Example

The philanthropist donated millions to build schools in rural areas.

Der Philanthrop spendete Millionen, um Schulen in ländlichen Gebieten zu bauen.

C1 adjective /ˈlɛdʒəbl/

legible

leserlich

Meaning

clear enough to read

Example

Her handwriting was barely legible.

Ihre Handschrift war kaum lesbar.

B1 noun /beɪkt miːt/

Baked meat

gebackenes fleisch

Meaning

meat that has been cooked in an oven using dry heat

Example

The baked meat was tender and flavorful.

Das gebackene Fleisch war zart und geschmackvoll.

A1 adjective /seɪm/

same

gleich

Meaning

identical; not different or changed

Example

We wore the same dress at the party.

Wir trugen das gleiche Kleid auf der Party.

B2 noun fɪkst ˈɪnkʌm

fixed income

festes Einkommen

Meaning

Investment that provides a return in the form of fixed periodic payments.

Example

Fixed income investments provide reliable returns.

Festverzinsliche Anlagen bieten zuverlässige Renditen.

B2 noun /ˈprɛfəs/

preface

Vorwort

Meaning

an introduction to a book, speech, or other written work

Example

The author explained his motivation in the preface.

Der Autor erklärte seine Motivation im Vorwort.

C2 noun /ˈɡæŋ.weɪ/

gangway

Gangway

Meaning

A narrow passage or walkway; also an exclamation used to clear the way.

Example

The sailors lowered the gangway for passengers to board.

Die Seeleute senkten das Gangway, damit die Passagiere einsteigen konnten.

C1 adjective lɪŋˈɡwɪs.tɪk

linguistic

linguistisch

Meaning

Related to language or linguistics; concerning the scientific study of language.

Example

The AI model learns from linguistic patterns.

Das KI-Modell lernt von linguistischen Mustern.

C1 noun prəˈpɛn.sə.ti

propensity

Neigung oder natürliche Tendenz

Meaning

An inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way.

Example

He has a propensity for taking risks in business.

Er hat eine Neigung, in Geschäften Risiken einzugehen.

C1 noun /ˈkroʊ.bɑːr/

Crowbar

Brechstange

Meaning

a heavy iron bar with a curved end used as a lever for prying things apart

Example

He used a crowbar to remove the old nails.

Er benutzte einen Kuhfuß, um die alten Nägel zu entfernen.

C2 adjective /ˈtɪtjələr/

titular

Meaning

holding a title or position in name only without real power; relating to the title of a work

Example

She is the titular head of the committee, but decisions are made by the coordinator.

Sie ist die Titularvorsitzende des Komitees, aber die Entscheidungen werden vom Koordinator getroffen.

A2 noun /skwɛə(r)/

square

Quadrat

Meaning

a shape with four equal straight sides and four right angles

Example

The table has a square shape.

Der Tisch hat eine quadratische Form.

C1 noun /ɪmˈpɒs.tər/

Impostor

Betrüger; Hochstapler

Meaning

a person who pretends to be someone else in order to deceive others; a fraud

Example

The impostor convinced everyone he was a doctor until his fake credentials were discovered.

Der Imposter überzeugte alle, dass er ein Arzt war, bis seine falschen Qualifikationen entdeckt wurden.

C1 adjective /təˈren.ʃəl/

Torrential

torrential; starker Regen

Meaning

falling rapidly in copious streams; extremely heavy rainfall

Example

The torrential rain flooded the streets within hours.

Der heftige Regen überschwemmte die Straßen innerhalb weniger Stunden.

B2 noun /ˈes.əns/

Essence

Essenz

Meaning

the intrinsic nature or indispensable quality of something

Example

The essence of good teaching is the ability to inspire students.

Die Essenz guten Unterrichts ist die Fähigkeit, Schüler zu inspirieren.

C1 adjective /ˈdʒen.ɪ.təl/

genital

mit den Fortpflanzungsorganen verbunden

Meaning

relating to the reproductive organs

Example

The doctor explained the importance of genital hygiene.

Der Arzt erklärte die Bedeutung der genitalen Hygiene.

C2 noun /ˈkjʊriˌoʊ/

curio

seltsames Objekt

Meaning

a small unusual or interesting object, often collected for its rarity

Example

She bought a curio from the antique shop.

Sie kaufte ein seltsames Objekt im Antiquitätengeschäft.

B1 verb /splɪt/

split

Meaning

to divide or separate into parts or groups

Example

He split the log in two with an axe.

Er teilte das Holz mit einer Axt in zwei Hälften.

C1 noun /rɛnˈdɪʃən/

rendition

Darstellung

Meaning

a performance or interpretation of a piece of art, music, or text

Example

The singer gave a moving rendition of the classic song.

Der Sänger gab eine bewegende Darstellung des klassischen Liedes.

B2 noun /ˈpraɪ.vət ˈtuː.tər/

Private tutor

Privatlehrer

Meaning

a teacher who gives individual instruction to a student outside of regular school

Example

The private tutor helped the student improve his math skills.

Der Privatlehrer half dem Schüler, seine Mathematikfähigkeiten zu verbessern.

C1 verb /daɪˈvɜːrdʒ/

diverge

sich trennen

Meaning

to separate and go in different directions; to differ

Example

The two paths diverge at the fork in the road.

Die beiden Wege trennen sich an der Gabelung der Straße.

C1 verb /ʃɪə/

shear

scheren

Meaning

to cut the wool off a sheep or to cut something with sharp tools like scissors or shears

Example

The farmer will shear the sheep in the spring.

Der Landwirt wird das Schaf im Frühling scheren.

C1 noun /bɑːrˈbeəriən/

Barbarian

Barbar; unzivilisiert;

Meaning

a person from an uncivilized group; someone who is cruel or brutal

Example

The ancient Romans considered anyone outside their empire to be barbarians.

Die alten Römer betrachteten alle, die außerhalb ihres Reiches waren, als Barbaren.

C1 adjective /ˈsɛreɪtɪd/

serrated

gezackt

Meaning

Having a notched or saw-toothed edge.

Example

The bread knife had a serrated blade.

Das Brotmesser hatte eine gezackte Klinge.

C1 adjective /ˈflæɡɪŋ/

flagging

schwinden, erschöpfen oder weniger begeistert werden

Meaning

becoming tired, weaker, or less enthusiastic

Example

After hours of work, his energy was flagging.

Nach Stunden harter Arbeit ließ seine Energie nach.

C1 noun /ˈmɛm.breɪn/

membrane

Membran

Meaning

A thin layer of tissue or material that covers, separates, or connects structures.

Example

The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

Die Zellmembran kontrolliert die Bewegung von Substanzen hinein und heraus aus der Zelle.

C1 adjective /ɪˈluːsɪv/

elusive

schwer zu finden

Meaning

Difficult to find, catch, or achieve; hard to understand or define.

Example

The solution to the problem proved elusive.

Die Lösung des Problems erwies sich als schwer zu finden.

B1 noun /ˈhaɪ.weɪ/

highway

Autobahn

Meaning

A main road, especially one connecting major towns or cities.

Example

The highway was blocked due to an accident.

Die Autobahn war aufgrund eines Unfalls blockiert.

C2 noun əˌten.juˈeɪ.ʃən

attenuation

Abschwächung, Reduzierung, Abschwächung

Meaning

The reduction of the force, effect, or value of something.

Example

The attenuation of sound waves affects communication.

Die Abschwächung von Schallwellen beeinflusst die Kommunikation.

C1 verb /ˈveɪpəraɪz/

vaporize

verdampfen

Meaning

to turn into vapor or gas

Example

The heat of the sun can vaporize water from the surface.

Die Hitze der Sonne kann Wasser von der Oberfläche verdampfen.

B2 adjective /ˌmɛtrəˈpɑːlɪtən/

metropolitan

Meaning

Relating to a large city, its surrounding areas, or its lifestyle.

Example

She moved to a metropolitan area for better job opportunities.

Sie zog in ein metropolitanes Gebiet, um bessere Jobmöglichkeiten zu haben.

B1 noun /ˌrɛzəˈluːʃən/

resolution

lösung, entschluss

Meaning

The action of solving a problem, dispute, or contentious matter.

Example

The resolution of the issue requires careful planning and action.

Die Lösung des Problems erfordert sorgfältige Planung und Handeln.

A1 noun/verb /ˈraɪ.tɪŋ/

writing

Glück

Meaning

The activity of putting words on paper or composing text; the written form of communication.

Example

She spends hours every day on her creative writing.

Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.

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.

C2 noun /ʌnˈkloʊðɪŋ/

unclothing

Entkleidung

Meaning

the act or process of removing clothing

Example

The child quickly ran inside for unclothing after playing in the mud.

Das Kind rannte nach dem Spielen im Schlamm schnell hinein zur Entkleidung.

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.

B1 noun /ruːt/

Root

Wurzel; Ursprung; Quelle; Grund

Meaning

the part of a plant that grows underground; the basic cause, source, or origin of something

Example

We need to find the root of this problem to solve it permanently.

Wir müssen die Wurzel dieses Problems finden, um es dauerhaft zu lösen.

A2 noun /ˈbraʊzər/

browser

Browser

Meaning

a software application for accessing information on the World Wide Web.

Example

I use a web browser to search for information online.

Ich benutze einen Webbrowser, um nach Informationen online zu suchen.

C1 noun /ˈɡæmbɪt/

gambit

Gambit

Meaning

a calculated move or remark intended to gain an advantage, especially in chess or conversation

Example

His opening gambit in the debate caught everyone by surprise.

Sein Eröffnungs-Gambit in der Debatte überraschte alle.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈtʃeɪndʒɪŋ/

unchanging

unverändert

Meaning

remaining the same over time; not changing

Example

Her love for her family was unchanging throughout the years.

Ihre Liebe zu ihrer Familie blieb über die Jahre unverändert.

B2 adjective /əˈdʒʌstəbəl/

Adjustable

verstellbar; anpassbar; justierbar;

Meaning

নিয়মযোগ্য; পরিবর্তন-সাধ্য; সমন্বয়যোগ্য;

Example

This chair has an adjustable height feature.

Dieser Stuhl hat eine verstellbare Höhe.

B1 verb /əˈtʃiːv/

achieve

erreichen

Meaning

to successfully bring about or reach a desired goal or result

Example

She worked hard to achieve her dream of becoming a doctor.

Sie hat hart gearbeitet, um ihren Traum zu verwirklichen, Ärztin zu werden.

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊ.vi.ət/

soviet

sowjetisch

Meaning

relating to the Soviet Union or its government

Example

The Soviet era saw significant changes in Eastern Europe.

Die sowjetische Ära erlebte bedeutende Veränderungen in Osteuropa.

B1 adjective /ˌen.əˈdʒet.ɪk/

Energetic

energiegeladen; aktiv; voller Energie

Meaning

having or showing great activity; vigorous; full of energy

Example

She is very energetic and loves outdoor activities.

Sie ist sehr energiegeladen und liebt Outdoor-Aktivitäten.

A1 adjective /kaɪnd/

Kind

freundlich; mitfühlend

Meaning

gentle; caring; compassionate; showing sympathy

Example

He is a kind person who always helps others.

Er ist ein freundlicher Mensch, der immer anderen hilft.

B2 noun /kənˈdʒes.tʃən/

congestion

Stau

Meaning

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

Example

Urban congestion leads to longer travel times.

Städtische Staus führen zu längeren Reisezeiten.

B1 adjective /ˈfrʌstreɪtɪd/

frustrated

frustriert

Meaning

feeling annoyed or upset because of inability to achieve something

Example

She felt frustrated after failing the exam.

Sie fühlte sich frustriert, nachdem sie die Prüfung nicht bestanden hatte.

B2 noun, verb /ˈaʊtlɔː/

outlaw

Gesetzloser

Meaning

as a noun: a person who breaks the law and lives outside its protection; as a verb: to make something illegal

Example

The government decided to outlaw the harmful practice.

Die Regierung hat beschlossen, die schädliche Praxis zu verbieten.