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.

C2 verb /ˌpriːɪˈstæblɪʃ/

preestablish

vorab etablieren

Meaning

To establish or set up beforehand.

Example

Certain rules were preestablished before the meeting.

Einige Regeln wurden vorab etabliert, bevor das Treffen stattfand.

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.

B2 adjective /kəmˈpærətɪv/

Comparative

vergleichend

Meaning

involving comparison between two or more things; relative

Example

The study showed comparative results between different teaching methods.

Die Studie zeigte vergleichende Ergebnisse zwischen verschiedenen Lehrmethoden.

A2 noun /tɪp/

tip

tipp

Meaning

a small but useful piece of advice

Example

I received a tip on how to improve my presentation.

Ich habe einen Tipp erhalten, wie ich meine Präsentation verbessern kann.

B2 noun /ˈen.ə.dʒi sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti/

energy security

Energiesicherheit

Meaning

The reliable availability of energy sources at an affordable price for a nation or region.

Example

Energy security ensures consistent supply.

Energiesicherheit stellt eine konstante Versorgung sicher.

B2 adjective /dɪˈskʌr.ɪ.dʒɪŋ/

Discouraging

entmutigend

Meaning

making someone feel less confident or enthusiastic about doing something

Example

The coach's discouraging words affected the team's morale.

Die entmutigenden Worte des Trainers beeinflussten die Moral des Teams.

C2 noun /ˌdɪsəˈvaʊəl/

disavowal

Ablehnung

Meaning

the denial of any responsibility, connection, or support

Example

The politician issued a firm disavowal of the controversial remarks.

Der Politiker gab eine deutliche Ablehnung der umstrittenen Bemerkungen ab.

B1 noun /ɪkˈsten.ʃən/

Extension

Verlängerung; Erweiterung

Meaning

the action of extending something; additional time or space

Example

The professor granted an extension for the assignment deadline.

Der Professor gewährte eine Fristverlängerung für die Abgabefrist der Aufgabe.

B1 adjective /ˌdɪs.əˈpɔɪn.tɪd/

Disappointed

enttäuscht

Meaning

sad because something has not happened or is not as good as expected

Example

She was disappointed with her exam results.

Sie war enttäuscht über ihre Prüfungsergebnisse.

A1 noun /ˈsekənd/

second

Sekunde

Meaning

a unit of time equal to one sixtieth of a minute; also the position after first

Example

He finished the race in second place.

Er beendete das Rennen auf dem zweiten Platz.

C2 verb /ˈmɔːrtɪfaɪ/

mortify

mortifizieren

Meaning

to cause someone to feel great embarrassment or shame

Example

She was mortified when she tripped on stage.

Sie war entsetzt, als sie auf der Bühne stolperte.

C1 adjective /ˈmɜː.sɪ.fəl/

Merciful

barmherzig; mitfühlend

Meaning

showing compassion or forgiveness; kind and forgiving

Example

The merciful judge gave him a lighter sentence.

Der barmherzige Richter gab ihm ein milderes Urteil.

B2 verb prəˈmoʊtɪŋ

promoting

fördern

Meaning

Supporting or actively encouraging; helping to develop or increase.

Example

Promoting practical education ensures skill development.

Die Förderung praktischer Bildung stellt die Entwicklung von Fähigkeiten sicher.

C1 noun /ˌræʃəˈnæl/

rationale

Grund

Meaning

the underlying reason or explanation for something

Example

The rationale behind his decision was clearly explained.

Der Grund hinter seiner Entscheidung wurde klar erklärt.

B1 verb /kəˈmɪt/

commit

verpflichten / durchführen

Meaning

To carry out or perpetrate an act; to pledge or bind to a course of action.

Example

He committed a serious mistake in the report.

Er beging einen schweren Fehler im Bericht.

C1 noun /əˈbɪs/

abyss

Abgrund

Meaning

a deep, immeasurable space, chasm, or void; something seemingly without end

Example

The climbers looked down into the dark abyss below.

Die Kletterer schauten in den dunklen Abgrund darunter.

C2 adjective ɪnˈfiː.zə.bəl

infeasible

unpraktikabel

Meaning

Not possible to do easily or conveniently; impracticable.

Example

Restoring the forest may become infeasible if destruction continues.

Die Wiederherstellung des Waldes kann unpraktikabel werden, wenn die Zerstörung fortsetzt.

B2 noun /ˈmɒlɪkjuːl/

molecule

Molekül

Meaning

The smallest unit of a chemical compound that retains its chemical properties.

Example

A water molecule is made up of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.

Ein Wassermolekül besteht aus zwei Wasserstoffatomen und einem Sauerstoffatom.

C2 noun /ˈseɪnjər/

seignior

Feudalherr

Meaning

A feudal lord; a man of authority in medieval Europe.

Example

The seignior demanded taxes from the peasants.

Der Feudalherr verlangte Steuern von den Bauern.

C1 noun /ˌkɒk.əˈtuː/

Cockatoo

Kakadu

Meaning

a large parrot with a prominent crest that can be raised or lowered

Example

The white cockatoo raised its beautiful crest.

Der weiße Kakadu hob seinen schönen Kamm.

B2 noun /ˈweɪtˌlɪftɪŋ/

weightlifting

Gewichtheben

Meaning

the sport or activity of lifting heavy weights to build strength and muscle

Example

Weightlifting requires discipline, proper technique, and consistent training.

Gewichtheben erfordert Disziplin und die richtige Technik.

C2 noun /ˌɔːrdɪˈneɪʃən/

ordination

Meaning

The ceremony of conferring holy orders or official religious authority.

Example

The church held a special service for the ordination of new priests.

Die Kirche hielt einen speziellen Gottesdienst zur Ordination neuer Priester ab.

C1 adjective /rɪˈflek.sɪv/

Reflexive

reflexiv; selbstreflektierend

Meaning

directed back on itself; showing deep thought about oneself

Example

She became more reflexive about her behavior after the feedback.

Sie wurde nach dem Feedback nachdenklicher über ihr Verhalten.

C1 adjective ˈzɛləs

zealous

eifrig

Meaning

Having or showing great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective; fervent.

Example

The zealous volunteers worked tirelessly for the cause.

Die eifrigen Freiwilligen arbeiteten unermüdlich für die Sache.

A2 noun /ˈkɪt.ən/

Kitten

Kätzchen

Meaning

a young cat

Example

The little kitten loves to play with yarn balls.

Das kleine Kätzchen liebt es, mit Wollbällen zu spielen.

B2 adjective /ˈɔː.də.li/

Orderly

ordentlich; systematisch; friedlich

Meaning

well-organized; systematic; peaceful

Example

Please keep your desk orderly and clean.

Bitte halten Sie Ihren Schreibtisch ordentlich und sauber.

A1 verb /set/

set

setzen

Meaning

to put or place something in a position; to establish

Example

She set the book on the table.

Sie stellte das Buch auf den Tisch.

C2 verb /ˌsuːpərˈæn.ju.eɪt/

superannuate

mit Pension in den Ruhestand versetzen

Meaning

to retire someone with a pension, usually due to age or long service

Example

The company decided to superannuate its senior employees after thirty years of service.

Die Firma beschloss, ihre älteren Mitarbeiter nach dreißig Jahren Dienst mit Pension in den Ruhestand zu versetzen.

B2 verb /kəˈmɛns/

commence

beginnen

Meaning

to begin or start something

Example

The ceremony will commence at noon.

Die Zeremonie wird um Mittag beginnen.

C2 adjective /bɪˈfʌdld/

befuddled

verwirrt

Meaning

confused, unable to think clearly

Example

He looked befuddled after hearing the complex instructions.

Er sah verwirrt aus, nachdem er die komplexen Anweisungen gehört hatte.

C2 noun /ˈfaɪnəri/

finery

teure oder aufwändige Kleidung

Meaning

expensive or elaborate clothes, decorations, or accessories

Example

She attended the party in her finest finery.

Sie ging zur Party in ihrer besten Festkleidung.

C1 noun /ɡlɔːs/

Gloss

eine glänzende oder polierte Oberfläche; Lippen-Gloss

Meaning

a shiny or lustrous surface finish; a superficially attractive appearance; lip gloss

Example

She applied a clear gloss to her lips to give them a shiny, healthy appearance.

Sie trug einen klaren Gloss auf ihre Lippen auf, um ihnen ein glänzendes, gesundes Aussehen zu verleihen.

C1 adjective /ˈtrɛtʃərəs/

treacherous

verräterisch

Meaning

Dangerously unstable or deceptive; likely to betray trust.

Example

The treacherous road made driving difficult.

Die verräterische Straße machte das Fahren schwierig.

A2 noun /ˈmiːdiə/

Media

Medien

Meaning

The main means of mass communication regarded collectively

Example

The news was widely reported in all forms of media.

Die Nachrichten wurden in allen Formen der Medien weit verbreitet berichtet.

C1 noun /saɪˈteɪʃən/

citation

Zitation

Meaning

a quotation from or reference to a book, paper, or author

Example

The research paper included a citation from Shakespeare.

Das Forschungspapier enthielt ein Zitat von Shakespeare.

C1 adjective ʌnɪnˈhæbɪtəbəl

uninhabitable

unbewohnbar

Meaning

Not suitable or safe for people to live in.

Example

Rapid urbanization can make cities uninhabitable.

Schnelle Urbanisierung kann Städte unbewohnbar machen.

C1 noun ˈhʌz.bən.dri

husbandry

Landwirtschaft und Viehzucht

Meaning

The care, cultivation, and breeding of crops and animals; farming and agriculture.

Example

Proper husbandry techniques improve livestock health.

Richtige landwirtschaftliche Techniken verbessern die Gesundheit des Viehbestandes.

A2 verb /voʊt/

vote

wählen

Meaning

to make a choice in an election; to express preference

Example

Citizens vote to choose their representatives.

Bürger wählen, um ihre Vertreter auszuwählen.

B1 adjective /ˈkəʊstəl/

coastal

küstennah

Meaning

relating to or near a coast or shoreline

Example

They built a resort in a coastal area.

Sie bauten ein Resort in einem küstennahen Gebiet.

C1 noun /ˈflæn.əl/

Flannel

Flanell

Meaning

a soft woven fabric, typically made of wool or cotton and slightly milled and raised

Example

He wore a warm flannel shirt in winter.

Er trug ein warmes Flanellhemd im Winter.

C2 verb /slʌf/ or /sluː/

slough

Haut abwerfen / Sumpfgebiet

Meaning

To shed or cast off (like dead skin); also a swampy or muddy area.

Example

The snake sloughed off its old skin.

Die Schlange warf ihre alte Haut ab.

A2 noun /ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃən/

invitation

Glück

Meaning

a written or spoken request to attend an event or to participate in something

Example

She sent me an invitation to her wedding.

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

B1 adverb /ˈpɜː.mə.nənt.li/

permanently

permanent

Meaning

in a way that lasts or remains unchanged for a long time or forever

Example

She moved to the city permanently after finishing her studies.

Sie zog nach dem Studium dauerhaft in die Stadt.

C1 adjective /ˌhoʊlˈhɑːrtɪd/

wholehearted

von ganzem Herzen

Meaning

showing complete sincerity and commitment; fully enthusiastic

Example

She gave her wholehearted support to the project.

Sie gab ihre Unterstützung von ganzem Herzen für das Projekt.

B1 verb /breɪk/

brake

bremsen

Meaning

to slow down or stop a vehicle by applying a brake

Example

He braked suddenly to avoid hitting the dog.

Er bremste plötzlich, um den Hund zu vermeiden.

C1 adjective /ɪnˈsɒlvənt/

insolvent

zahlungsunfähig

Meaning

unable to pay debts owed

Example

The insolvent firm could not meet its financial obligations.

Das zahlungsunfähige Unternehmen konnte seinen finanziellen Verpflichtungen nicht nachkommen.

B2 noun /ˈsɪɡ.nəlz/

signals

signale

Meaning

A gesture, action, or sound conveying information or instructions.

Example

Signals from deep space were detected last week.

Signale aus dem tiefen Weltraum wurden letzte Woche detektiert.

B1 noun /ˈlʌvər/

lover

Geliebter

Meaning

a person who is in a romantic relationship or has strong affection for someone

Example

She met her lover at the café every evening.

Sie traf ihren Geliebten jeden Abend im Café.

C2 adjective /ˌoʊdəˈrɪfərəs/

odoriferous

wohlriechend

Meaning

having or giving off a smell, especially a strong or pleasant one

Example

The garden was filled with odoriferous flowers.

Der Garten war mit wohlriechenden Blumen gefüllt.

C2 noun /ˌænθrəpəˈsɛntrɪzəm/

anthropocentrism

anthropozentrismus

Meaning

The belief that human beings are the most important or central element of existence.

Example

Anthropocentrism often shapes environmental policies.

Anthropozentrismus prägt oft Umweltpolitik.

B2 verb /ˈlaɪɪŋ/

lying

lügen

Meaning

the act of not telling the truth

Example

He was caught lying about his grades.

Er wurde dabei erwischt, wie er über seine Noten log.

A1 adjective /ˈwʌndərfəl/

wonderful

wundervoll

Meaning

extremely good or impressive

Example

She had a wonderful time at the party.

Sie hatte eine wundervolle Zeit auf der Party.

A2 adverb /ˌɪnˈdɔːrz/

indoors

drinnen

Meaning

inside a building; within an enclosed space

Example

Because of the rain, everyone stayed indoors.

Wegen des Regens blieben alle drinnen.

C2 verb /ɪˈmæskjʊleɪt/

emasculate

entmannen

Meaning

To make someone weaker or less effective; to deprive of strength or vigor.

Example

The constant criticism emasculated his confidence.

Die ständige Kritik hat sein Selbstvertrauen entmannt.

B2 adjective /ˈtaɪərləs/

tireless

unermüdlich

Meaning

Showing great effort or energy without becoming tired.

Example

She worked tirelessly to complete the project on time.

Sie arbeitete unermüdlich, um das Projekt rechtzeitig abzuschließen.

C2 adjective /ˈtɔːrʃəs/

tortious

rechtswidriges Verhalten

Meaning

Relating to or involving a wrongful act leading to legal liability.

Example

The company was found guilty of tortious interference with contracts.

Das Unternehmen wurde wegen unzulässiger Einmischung in Verträge für schuldig befunden.

C1 noun /ˈen.mə.ti/

Enmity

Feindschaft

Meaning

a state or feeling of active opposition or hostility

Example

The enmity between the two families lasted for generations.

Die Feindschaft zwischen den beiden Familien dauerte über Generationen.

C1 adjective /rɪˈpɛlənt/

repellent

abstoßend

Meaning

Able to drive away something, especially insects or unpleasant things; causing disgust or distaste.

Example

This cream is highly effective as a mosquito repellent.

Diese Creme ist sehr effektiv als Mückenschutz.

A2 verb /prɪˈfɜːr/

prefer

bevorzugen

Meaning

to like better; to choose as more desirable

Example

I prefer tea over coffee in the morning.

Ich bevorzuge Tee über Kaffee am Morgen.

A1 pronoun /hiː/

he

er (männlich)

Meaning

used to refer to a male person or animal already mentioned or easily identified

Example

He is my best friend.

Er ist mein bester Freund.

C1 noun ˌræʃ.ən.əl.ɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

rationalization

Rationalisierung

Meaning

The practice of finding reasons for behavior or actions that are not the real reasons.

Example

His rationalization of the mistake was not convincing.

Seine Rationalisierung des Fehlers war nicht überzeugend.

B2 adjective /ˈdred.fəl/

Dreadful

schrecklich; furchtbar; entsetzlich

Meaning

extremely bad or unpleasant; causing fear or suffering; terrible

Example

The weather was dreadful during our vacation.

Das Wetter war schrecklich während unseres Urlaubs.

B1 noun /ˈvɪk.tɪm/

Victim

Opfer

Meaning

a person who suffers harm, injury, or death as a result of an event or action

Example

The victim was taken to the hospital immediately.

Das Opfer wurde sofort ins Krankenhaus gebracht.

B1 noun /ˌek.sɪˈbɪʃ.ən/

Exhibition

Ausstellung

Meaning

a public display of works of art or other items of interest

Example

The art exhibition featured paintings from local artists throughout the region.

Die Kunstausstellung zeigte Gemälde von lokalen Künstlern aus der ganzen Region.

A1 adjective /ˈjeloʊ/

Yellow

gelb; feige

Meaning

having the color of the sun or gold; cowardly

Example

The yellow flowers bloomed in spring.

Die gelben Blumen blühten im Frühling.

C1 noun /kəˈlaɪdəˌskoʊp/

kaleidoscope

Kaleidoskop

Meaning

A toy or instrument with mirrors and colored pieces that create changing patterns when rotated; also used metaphorically for a constantly changing sequence of patterns or elements.

Example

The city lights turned into a kaleidoscope of colors as the festival began.

Die Lichter der Stadt verwandelten sich in ein Kaleidoskop aus Farben, als das Festival begann.

C1 noun/verb /ˈtʌtʃ.ʌp/

touch-up

kleine Korrektur oder Verbesserung

Meaning

Small corrections or improvements made to something.

Example

The artist gave a quick touch-up to the painting.

Der Künstler gab der Malerei einen schnellen Touch-up.

C2 noun /ˌpænəˈdʒɪrɪk/

panegyric

Lobeshymne, Panegyrik

Meaning

a formal speech or piece of writing in praise of someone or something

Example

The author wrote a panegyric on the bravery of the soldiers.

Der Autor schrieb eine Panegyrik über den Mut der Soldaten.

B1 noun hoʊm əˈplaɪ.ənsɪz

home appliances

Haushaltsgeräte

Meaning

Electrical devices and machines used in households for daily tasks and convenience.

Example

Modern home appliances enhance convenience.

Moderne Haushaltsgeräte erhöhen den Komfort.

B2 noun /ɪnˈfɔːrsmənt/

enforcement

Gesetzvollzug

Meaning

the act of making sure that laws or rules are followed

Example

The police are responsible for law enforcement.

Die Polizei ist für den Gesetzvollzug verantwortlich.

C1 noun/adjective /kənˈfɛdərət/

confederate

Konföderierter

Meaning

a person, group, or state joined in an alliance or union; relating to a confederacy

Example

The confederate soldiers fought bravely in the war.

Die konföderierten Soldaten kämpften tapfer im Krieg.

B1 noun /kloʊðz ˈaɪərn/

Clothes iron

Bügeleisen

Meaning

An electric appliance used to remove wrinkles from clothes by applying heat and pressure

Example

I need to use the clothes iron to make my shirt look neat for the meeting.

Ich muss das Bügeleisen benutzen, um mein Hemd für das Meeting ordentlich aussehen zu lassen.

C2 adjective /ˌɪməˈmɔːriəl/

immemorial

unermesslich

Meaning

Extending back beyond memory or record; ancient.

Example

The tradition has been followed since time immemorial.

Die Tradition wird seit unermesslichen Zeiten befolgt.

C1 adjective /ˈstæɡ.nənt/

Stagnant

stagnierend; unbeweglich; ohne Entwicklung

Meaning

not moving or flowing; showing no activity or development

Example

The stagnant water in the pond was covered with algae.

Das stagnierende Wasser im Teich war mit Algen bedeckt.

B2 noun ˈɡaɪd.laɪnz

guidelines

richtlinien

Meaning

Rules or instructions that are given by an official organization telling you how to do something

Example

Guidelines for AI usage are essential.

Richtlinien für die Nutzung von KI sind unerlässlich.

A1 adjective /stɪl/

still

Meaning

not moving or making a sound

Example

The water was still, reflecting the sky.

Das Wasser war still und spiegelte den Himmel wider.

A2 noun /ˈklɑːsmeɪt/

classmate

Klassenkamerad

Meaning

a person who is in the same class or course of study as another

Example

I met one of my old classmates at the university event.

Ich traf einen alten Klassenkameraden bei der Universitätsveranstaltung.

C2 adjective /hərˈmɛtɪk/

hermetic

hermetisch

Meaning

Completely sealed, especially so that no air can enter or escape.

Example

The medicine was kept in a hermetic container.

Das Medikament wurde in einem hermetischen Behälter aufbewahrt.

C2 adjective /ˌvɛrɪˈsɪmɪlər/

verisimilar

der Wahrheit ähnlich

Meaning

appearing to be true or real

Example

The story seemed verisimilar though it was entirely fictional.

Die Geschichte schien der Wahrheit ähnlich, obwohl sie völlig fiktiv war.

B1 noun /ɪnˈθjuː.zi.æz.əm/

Enthusiasm

Begeisterung; Enthusiasmus; Eifer

Meaning

intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval

Example

Her enthusiasm for the project inspired the entire team.

Ihre Begeisterung für das Projekt inspirierte das gesamte Team.

A2 noun /rɒk/

rock

Felsen

Meaning

a large, solid piece of mineral matter

Example

The mountain was made of solid rock.

Der Berg war aus festem Felsen.

A2 noun /ˈriː.zənz/

reasons

Gründe

Meaning

Causes, explanations, or justifications for an action or event.

Example

Reasons for pollution need addressing urgently.

Die Gründe für die Verschmutzung müssen dringend angegangen werden.

A2 preposition /bɪˈloʊ/

below

unter

Meaning

At a lower level or position than something else.

Example

The basement is below the ground floor.

Der Keller ist unter dem Erdgeschoss.

B1 noun /ˈwæɡən/

wagon

Wagen

Meaning

a vehicle with four wheels used for carrying loads, often pulled by horses or a motor vehicle used for transporting goods or people

Example

The farmer loaded hay onto the wagon.

Der Bauer lud Heu auf den Wagen.

C2 adjective /ˌpɛnɪˈtɛnʃəl/

penitential

büßend

Meaning

Relating to or expressing penitence or penance.

Example

The priest delivered a penitential sermon on forgiveness.

Der Priester hielt eine büßende Predigt über Vergebung.

B2 adjective /ɪˈreɡjələr/

irregular

unregelmäßig

Meaning

not even or consistent in shape, pattern, time, or behavior; not following normal rules

Example

His attendance at work has been irregular this month.

Seine Anwesenheit bei der Arbeit war diesen Monat unregelmäßig.

B2 noun /ˈwɒrənti/

warranty

Garantie

Meaning

A written guarantee given by a manufacturer or seller promising to repair or replace a product if necessary within a specified period.

Example

The laptop comes with a two-year warranty.

Der Laptop kommt mit einer zweijährigen Garantie.

C1 noun /ˈtɪrəni/

tyranny

Tyrannei

Meaning

Cruel and oppressive government or rule by a tyrant.

Example

The people revolted against the tyranny of their ruler.

Das Volk erhob sich gegen die Tyrannei ihres Herrschers.

B2 adjective /rɪˈspɒn.sɪv/

Responsive

responsiv

Meaning

reacting quickly and positively; readily reacting to suggestions or changes

Example

The website is very responsive and loads quickly on all devices.

Die Webseite ist sehr responsiv und lädt schnell auf allen Geräten.

C2 noun /ɜːrˈbænɪti/

urbanity

Urbanität

Meaning

refined courtesy, elegance, and sophistication in manner

Example

Her urbanity made her popular among diplomats and leaders.

Ihre Urbanität machte sie bei Diplomaten und Führern beliebt.

B2 adjective /esˈθet.ɪk/

Aesthetic

ästhetisch

Meaning

Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty.

Example

Good aesthetic design enhances product appeal.

Gutes ästhetisches Design verbessert die Produktanziehungskraft.

C1 adjective /ˈɡriːvəs/

grievous

schwerwiegend

Meaning

Causing great pain, suffering, or sorrow.

Example

The accident was a grievous blow to the community.

Der Unfall war ein schwerwiegender Schlag für die Gemeinschaft.

C2 noun /ˈlɔːŋ.ɡən/

Longan

Longanfrucht

Meaning

a small round tropical fruit with translucent white flesh and sweet taste, related to lychee

Example

Longan fruits are often eaten fresh or dried and are popular in Asian desserts.

Longanfrüchte werden oft frisch oder getrocknet gegessen und sind in asiatischen Desserts beliebt.

C2 verb /ˌdɛlɪˈkwɛs/

deliquesce

flüssig werden, indem man Feuchtigkeit aus der Luft aufnimmt

Meaning

to become liquid by absorbing moisture from the air

Example

The salt began to deliquesce after being left in the humid room.

Das Salz begann zu deliquescieren, nachdem es im feuchten Raum gelassen wurde.

C2 noun /ˈɔːrɪkl̩/

auricle

äußeres Ohr

Meaning

The external part of the ear; also an upper chamber of the heart in anatomy.

Example

The doctor examined the patient’s auricle for signs of infection.

Der Arzt untersuchte das äußere Ohr des Patienten auf Anzeichen einer Infektion.

A1 noun /sɔːŋ/

song

Lied

Meaning

a short piece of music with words that are sung

Example

She sang a beautiful song at the concert.

Sie sang ein schönes Lied beim Konzert.

C1 noun /kəˈluːʒən/

collusion

Kollusion

Meaning

A secret agreement or cooperation, especially for an illegal or dishonest purpose.

Example

There was evidence of collusion between the officials and the contractors.

Es gab Beweise für eine Kollusion zwischen den Beamten und den Auftragnehmern.

C2 adjective /ˈnjuː.mər.ə.bəl/

Numerable

zählbar; numerierbar

Meaning

capable of being counted; countable

Example

The stars in the sky are not numerable.

Die Sterne am Himmel sind nicht zählbar.

C2 noun /ˈɛskwaɪər/

esquire

Esquire

Meaning

A title of respect often used after a man's name, especially for lawyers in the United States.

Example

John Smith, Esquire, will be representing the client in court.

John Smith, Esquire, wird den Klienten vor Gericht vertreten.

B2 adjective /slæk/

slack

locker

Meaning

not tight, firm, or busy; lacking tension or activity

Example

Business is slack during the rainy season.

Das Geschäft ist in der Regenzeit langsam.

C2 noun /ˈskɜː.vi/

scurvy

Skorbut

Meaning

A disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, leading to weakness, gum disease, and bleeding.

Example

Sailors often suffered from scurvy during long sea voyages without fresh fruits.

Seefahrer litten oft an Skorbut während langer Seereisen ohne frisches Obst.

C2 noun /ˌɪnkrɪˈdjuːləti/

incredulity

Unglauben

Meaning

the state of being unwilling or unable to believe something

Example

She looked at him with incredulity after hearing the strange story.

Sie sah ihn mit Unglauben an, nachdem sie die seltsame Geschichte gehört hatte.

C1 verb /ˌæprɪˈhɛnd/

apprehend

verhaften

Meaning

to arrest or seize someone; to understand or perceive something

Example

The police managed to apprehend the thief after a long chase.

Die Polizei konnte den Dieb nach einer langen Verfolgung festnehmen.

C2 verb /ɡɜːrd/

gird

gürten

Meaning

to encircle with a belt or band; to prepare for action

Example

The knight girded his sword before battle.

Der Ritter umgürtete sein Schwert vor der Schlacht.

C2 noun /ˈrɪp.lɪt/

ripplet

kleine Welle

Meaning

a small or tiny ripple

Example

Tiny ripplets appeared on the lake as the fish moved.

Kleine Wellen erschienen auf dem See, als der Fisch sich bewegte.

C1 adjective /ɪnˈflæməbəl/

Inflammable

entzündlich; brennbar

Meaning

easily set on fire; flammable; combustible

Example

The inflammable material caught fire quickly.

Das entzündliche Material brannte schnell.

C2 verb /ɪˈniː.bri.eɪt/

inebriate

betrinken

Meaning

to intoxicate; to make someone drunk

Example

The strong wine was enough to inebriate even the most experienced drinker.

Der starke Wein war genug, um sogar den erfahrensten Trinker zu betrunken.

C2 verb /beɪt/

bate

verringern, dämpfen

Meaning

to lessen or restrain; to diminish the force or intensity of something

Example

He spoke with bated breath as he waited for the result.

Er sprach mit angehaltener Atmung, während er auf das Ergebnis wartete.

C1 noun /ˈruːdɪmənt/

rudiment

Grundlagen

Meaning

A basic principle, element, or fundamental part of something.

Example

He learned the rudiments of music before joining the band.

Er lernte die rudimentären Grundlagen der Musik, bevor er der Band beitrat.

C2 noun /ˌpriːpəˈzɛʃən/

prepossession

Vorurteil

Meaning

An opinion or feeling formed beforehand; a prejudice or preoccupation.

Example

His prepossession in favor of tradition made him resist change.

Sein Vorurteil zugunsten der Tradition ließ ihn Veränderungen widerstehen.

C1 noun /fɑːrs/

farce

Farce

Meaning

a comic dramatic work using buffoonery and horseplay, or a ridiculous situation

Example

The meeting turned into a complete farce with everyone arguing.

Das Treffen verwandelte sich in eine komplette Farce, als alle stritten.

C2 verb /ˈmæk.ɪ.neɪt/

machinate

verschwören

Meaning

to engage in plots or schemes, usually for harmful or evil purposes

Example

The rebels tried to machinate against the king.

Die Rebellen versuchten, gegen den König zu verschwören.

B1 adjective /ˈmɑːrvələs/

Marvellous

wunderbar; erstaunlich; großartig

Meaning

extremely good; wonderful; causing great wonder

Example

The view from the mountain was marvellous.

Die Aussicht vom Berg war wunderbar.

A1 adjective /pʊr/

Poor

arm; von schlechter Qualität

Meaning

having little money; lacking resources; of low quality

Example

The poor family struggled to make ends meet.

Die arme Familie kämpfte, um über die Runden zu kommen.

B2 adjective /ˌʌnɪnˈfɔːrmd/

uninformed

uninformiert

Meaning

lacking knowledge or awareness about a particular subject; not educated or informed

Example

The decision was made by an uninformed committee.

Die Entscheidung wurde von einem uninformierten Ausschuss getroffen.

A1 adverb /fɑːr/

far

weit

Meaning

at, to, or by a great distance

Example

The school is far from my house.

Die Schule ist weit von meinem Haus entfernt.

C1 adjective /ˈʃeɪp.ləs/

Shapeless

formlos

Meaning

having no definite or well-defined shape or form

Example

The fog created a shapeless mass in the distance.

Der Nebel erschuf eine formlose Masse in der Ferne.

C1 noun ˈsɒv.rɪn.ti

sovereignty

souveränität

Meaning

The authority of a state to govern itself or another state; supreme power or authority.

Example

Sovereignty is essential for a nation's identity.

Souveränität ist entscheidend für die Identität einer Nation.

C1 adjective /ɔːˈdeɪ.ʃəs/

Audacious

verwegen

Meaning

showing willingness to take bold risks; daring

Example

His audacious plan to climb the mountain without proper equipment shocked everyone.

Sein verwegener Plan, den Berg ohne angemessene Ausrüstung zu erklimmen, schockierte alle.

C2 noun /əˈrɪə/

arrear

Rückstand

Meaning

A debt or payment that is overdue and unpaid.

Example

He was sued for an arrear of rent.

Er wurde wegen eines Mietrückstandes verklagt.