A2 adverb /fɔːrˈɛvər/

forever

für immer

Meaning

For all future time; for always.

Example

She promised to love him forever.

Sie versprach, ihn für immer zu lieben.

C2 verb /vɪˈtjuːpəreɪt/

vituperate

verrügen

Meaning

To criticize harshly or abuse verbally.

Example

The politician was quick to vituperate his opponents during the debate.

Der Politiker war schnell dabei, seine Gegner während der Debatte zu verrügen.

C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈvɪzəbl/

indivisible

unteilbar

Meaning

Not able to be divided or separated.

Example

The country's unity was indivisible despite differences.

Die Einheit des Landes war trotz der Unterschiede unteilbar.

A2 adjective /ˈæfrɪkən/

african

afrikanisch

Meaning

relating to Africa or its people

Example

She studied African culture in university.

Sie studierte die afrikanische Kultur an der Universität.

C1 noun /kəʊˈhiːʒən/

cohesion

Zusammenhalt

Meaning

The action or fact of forming a united whole.

Example

The team showed excellent cohesion throughout the project.

Das Team zeigte hervorragenden Zusammenhalt während des Projekts.

C1 noun kəˈlæt.ər.əl

collateral

Sicherheit, verpfändetes Vermögen als Kreditsicherheit

Meaning

Something pledged as security for repayment of a loan, to be forfeited in the event of a default.

Example

The bank requires collateral for loan approval.

Die Bank verlangt eine Sicherheit für die Kreditgenehmigung.

C1 adverb /ˈfɪksɪdli/

Fixedly

fest

Meaning

in a steady, unmoving manner; with intense concentration

Example

He stared fixedly at the painting.

Er starrte fest auf das Gemälde.

C1 adjective /kənˈsɛntrɪk/

concentric

konzentrisch

Meaning

having a common center, as in circles or spheres

Example

The artist drew concentric circles on the canvas.

Der Künstler malte konzentrische Kreise auf die Leinwand.

C1 noun /liˈeɪzɒn/

liaison

Verbindung

Meaning

communication or cooperation between people or groups for a smooth working relationship

Example

She works as a liaison between the company and its clients.

Sie arbeitet als Verbindungsperson zwischen der Firma und ihren Kunden.

C2 noun /ˌɛksəˈdʒiːsɪs/

exegesis

Exegese

Meaning

A critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially a religious scripture.

Example

The professor gave a detailed exegesis of the biblical passage.

Der Professor gab eine detaillierte Exegese des biblischen Abschnitts.

B2 noun /ˈfɪlmˌmeɪkər/

filmmaker

Filmemacher

Meaning

a person who makes films, typically as a profession

Example

He is a well-known filmmaker in the industry.

Er ist ein sehr bekannter Filmemacher in der Branche.

A2 noun /fəˈtɒɡrəfə/

photographer

Fotograf

Meaning

a person who takes photographs professionally

Example

The photographer captured the beauty of nature.

Der Fotograf hat die Schönheit der Natur eingefangen.

C1 adjective /ˈpiːvɪʃ/

peevish

reizbar

Meaning

Easily irritated, especially by unimportant things.

Example

The child grew peevish when denied candy.

Das Kind wurde reizbar, als ihm Süßigkeiten verweigert wurden.

C2 noun /ˌsɪnjuˈɒsɪti/

sinuosity

Sinuosität

Meaning

The quality or state of being winding, curving, or having many turns.

Example

The sinuosity of the river made navigation challenging.

Die Sinuosität des Flusses machte die Navigation herausfordernd.

B2 noun /ˈʃʌv.əl/

Shovel

Schaufel

Meaning

a tool with a broad flat blade and long handle used for digging and moving earth, snow, or other materials

Example

He grabbed a shovel to clear the snow from the driveway.

Er nahm eine Schaufel, um den Schnee von der Auffahrt zu räumen.

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.

C2 verb /ɪˈspaɪ/

espy

sehen

Meaning

To catch sight of or notice something, especially from a distance.

Example

From the hilltop, she espied a small village in the valley.

Vom Hügel aus erblickte sie ein kleines Dorf im Tal.

B1 noun /ˈsteɪt.mənt/

Statement

Erklärung

Meaning

a definite or clear expression of something in speech or writing; an official account of facts

Example

The CEO issued a statement about the company's future plans.

Der CEO gab eine Erklärung zu den zukünftigen Plänen des Unternehmens ab.

A2 adverb /ˈker.fə.li/

Carefully

sorgfältig

Meaning

with great attention and caution; thoughtfully and attentively

Example

Please read the instructions carefully.

Bitte lesen Sie die Anweisungen sorgfältig.

B1 noun /ˈhɪr.ɪŋ/

Hearing

Hören; Anhörung

Meaning

the faculty of perceiving sounds; a session in which testimony and arguments are heard

Example

The elderly man's hearing had deteriorated, so he needed to wear a hearing aid.

Das Gehör des älteren Mannes hatte sich verschlechtert, also musste er ein Hörgerät tragen.

B2 noun /ˈmɪn.ɪ.stri/

Ministry

ministerium

Meaning

A government department responsible for a particular area of public administration

Example

The Ministry of Education announced new policies for schools.

Das Ministerium für Bildung hat neue Richtlinien für Schulen angekündigt.

C1 adjective /ˌɪməˈtɪəriəl/

immaterial

unwichtig

Meaning

Not important or relevant; lacking physical substance.

Example

The judge ruled that the argument was immaterial to the case.

Der Richter entschied, dass das Argument für den Fall unerheblich war.

C2 noun /ˈbrɪɡ.ənd/

brigand

Bandit

Meaning

A member of a gang that ambushes and robs people in forests or mountains; a bandit.

Example

The travelers were attacked by brigands in the mountains.

Die Reisenden wurden in den Bergen von Banditen angegriffen.

B2 noun ˌɪn.fləˈmeɪ.ʃən

inflammation

Entzündung

Meaning

A localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful.

Example

Chronic inflammation can lead to severe diseases.

Chronische Entzündung kann zu schweren Krankheiten führen.

C1 noun /krəˈnɒlədʒi/

chronology

Chronologie

Meaning

The arrangement of events or dates in the order of their occurrence.

Example

The chronology of the dynasty was carefully studied by historians.

Die Chronologie der Dynastie wurde sorgfältig von Historikern studiert.

C2 noun /ˈɛkwɪpɪdʒ/

equipage

Ausstattung oder eine Kutsche mit Zubehör

Meaning

Equipment or a carriage with its accessories.

Example

The nobleman arrived in a grand equipage.

Der Adel kam in einer großen Kutsche an.

B2 adjective /hɪˈspænɪk/

hispanic

hispanisch / spanischsprachig

Meaning

relating to Spain or Spanish-speaking countries, especially Latin America.

Example

She studies Hispanic culture and language.

Sie studiert hispanische Kultur und Sprache.

B2 noun /ˈbækˌsaɪd/

backside

Hintern

Meaning

the rear part or surface of something; informal term for the buttocks

Example

The kids slid down the hill on their backside.

Die Kinder rutschten den Hügel auf ihrem Hintern hinunter.

C1 noun /ˌdɛfəˈmeɪʃən/

defamation

Verleumdung

Meaning

the act of damaging someone's reputation by making false statements

Example

The newspaper was sued for defamation of character.

Die Zeitung wurde wegen Verleumdung verklagt.

C1 noun /ˈmʌltɪplaɪər/

multiplier

Multiplikator

Meaning

a number or factor by which another number is multiplied; something that increases the effect or value of something else

Example

In economics, government spending can act as a multiplier for economic growth.

In der Wirtschaft können staatliche Ausgaben ein Multiplikator für Wachstum sein.

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 noun/verb /ɡraʊtʃ/

grouch

Mörgler

Meaning

a person who complains a lot or to complain in a grumpy way

Example

He is such a grouch in the morning before coffee.

Er ist morgens immer ein Griesgram vor dem Kaffee.

C1 adjective /rɪˈsɛptɪv/

receptive

empfänglich

Meaning

Willing to listen to or accept new ideas, suggestions, or experiences.

Example

She was receptive to feedback from her colleagues.

Sie war empfänglich für Feedback von ihren Kollegen.

C1 adjective /frɔːt/

fraught

beladen

Meaning

Filled with or likely to result in something undesirable.

Example

The negotiations were fraught with tension and uncertainty.

Die Verhandlungen waren beladen mit Spannung und Ungewissheit.

A2 verb /rɪˈmeɪn/

remain

bleiben

Meaning

to stay in the same place; to continue to exist

Example

Only a few guests remain at the party.

Nur wenige Gäste bleiben auf der Party.

C2 noun /ˈmaʊntɪˌbæŋk/

mountebank

Schwindler

Meaning

A charlatan or trickster who deceives others, often for personal gain.

Example

The crowd was fooled by the mountebank’s false promises.

Die Menge wurde von den falschen Versprechungen des Schwindlers getäuscht.

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.

C2 noun /sʌbˈɔːl.tən/

subaltern

eine Person in einer untergeordneten Position; im Militär ein Unteroffizier

Meaning

A person holding a subordinate position; in the military, a junior officer.

Example

The subaltern was responsible for leading a small platoon of soldiers.

Der Subaltern war verantwortlich für die Führung eines kleinen Trupps von Soldaten.

C2 adjective /mɔːrˈdeɪʃəs/

mordacious

scharf oder bissig

Meaning

Sharp or biting in style, tone, or remark; sarcastic.

Example

The critic’s mordacious review offended the author.

Die scharfe und bissige Rezension des Kritikers beleidigte den Autor.

C2 verb /ˈɡrʌvəl/

grovel

kriechen

Meaning

To act in an excessively humble or submissive way to gain favor.

Example

He groveled before his boss to avoid punishment.

er kroch vor seinem Chef, um Strafe zu vermeiden.

B2 noun /lɔːntʃ/

Launch

Meaning

a large motorboat or a boat used to transport people and goods

Example

We took a launch to cross the river.

Wir haben ein Launch genommen, um den Fluss zu überqueren.

B1 noun /ɡɪlt/

Guilt

Schuld

Meaning

a feeling of having committed wrong or failed in an obligation; responsibility for wrongdoing

Example

She felt overwhelming guilt after forgetting her mother's birthday.

Sie fühlte überwältigende Schuld, nachdem sie den Geburtstag ihrer Mutter vergessen hatte.

C2 noun /səˈlɛrɪti/

celerity

Schnelligkeit

Meaning

swiftness of movement; speed

Example

The soldier moved with great celerity to deliver the message.

Der Soldat bewegte sich mit großer Schnelligkeit, um die Nachricht zu überbringen.

A2 noun /ˈæk.ʃən/

Action

Aktion; Handlung

Meaning

the process of doing something; something that is done

Example

We need to take action to solve this problem.

Wir müssen Maßnahmen ergreifen, um dieses Problem zu lösen.

A2 adjective /ˈkʌmɪŋ/

coming

kommend

Meaning

approaching or happening soon

Example

We are preparing for the coming festival.

Wir bereiten uns auf das kommende Festival vor.

B1 noun /ˈtɪʃ.uː/

tissue

Taschentuch

Meaning

a piece of soft absorbent paper or fabric

Example

She used a tissue to wipe her nose.

Sie benutzte ein Taschentuch, um ihre Nase abzuwischen.

C1 noun /məˈrɑːl/

Morale

Moral; Geist

Meaning

the confidence, enthusiasm, and discipline of a person or group

Example

The team's morale improved after the victory.

Die Moral des Teams verbesserte sich nach dem Sieg.

C1 verb /siːð/

seethe

vor Wut brodeln

Meaning

To be filled with intense but unexpressed anger or agitation.

Example

She was seething with anger after the unfair decision.

Sie brodelte vor Wut nach der ungerechten Entscheidung.

A2 noun /ˈkiːbɔːrd/

keyboard

Tastatur

Meaning

a set of keys used to operate a computer, typewriter, or similar device for inputting text and commands

Example

She typed the report quickly on her keyboard.

Sie tippte den Bericht schnell auf der Tastatur.

A2 noun /væn/

van

Lieferwagen

Meaning

a large vehicle used for transporting goods or people

Example

The delivery van stopped in front of our house.

Der Lieferwagen hielt vor unserem Haus an.

B2 noun /ˈlæn.tərn/

Lantern

Laterne

Meaning

a portable lamp with a protective covering, often used outdoors

Example

We carried a lantern during our camping trip.

Wir trugen während unserer Campingreise eine Laterne.

A1 adverb /əˈraʊnd/

Around

um; rundherum; ungefähr

Meaning

in a circle; on all sides; in the vicinity; approximately

Example

Look around and you will see many beautiful flowers.

Schau dich um und du wirst viele schöne Blumen sehen.

B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zɪnz/

Raisins

rosinen

Meaning

dried grapes, often used in cooking and baking

Example

She added raisins to the oatmeal cookies for extra sweetness.

Sie fügte Rosinen zu den Haferflockenkeksen für zusätzliche Süße hinzu.

A2 noun /fɒks/

Fox

Fuchs

Meaning

a wild animal related to dogs, with a pointed face and thick fur

Example

The red fox is known for its cunning nature.

Der rote Fuchs ist für seine listige Natur bekannt.

C1 verb /ˈlɛvi/

levy

erheben

Meaning

To impose or collect, especially a tax or fine.

Example

The government decided to levy a new tax on luxury goods.

Die Regierung entschied, eine neue Steuer auf Luxusgüter zu erheben.

C1 adjective /ɪˈrɛpərəbəl/

Irreparable

irreparabel

Meaning

impossible to repair or fix; permanent damage that cannot be undone

Example

The accident caused irreparable damage to his spine.

Der Unfall verursachte irreparable Schäden an seiner Wirbelsäule.

C2 noun /lɒx/

loch

see

Meaning

a lake or sea inlet, especially in Scotland

Example

Tourists visit Loch Ness to search for the legendary monster.

Touristen besuchen Loch Ness, um das legendäre Monster zu suchen.

B2 noun /ˈten.dər.nəs/

Tenderness

Zartheit

Meaning

gentleness and kindness; the quality of being easily hurt or damaged

Example

The mother showed great tenderness while caring for her sick child.

Die Mutter zeigte große Zartheit, als sie sich um ihr krankes Kind kümmerte.

C2 noun /pɛnˈtæmɪtər/

pentameter

Pentameter

Meaning

A line of verse consisting of five metrical feet.

Example

Shakespeare often wrote his plays in iambic pentameter.

Shakespeare schrieb oft seine Stücke im jambischen Pentameter.

C2 adjective /trænsˈfjuːzəbl̩/

transfusible

transfusionsfähig

Meaning

capable of being transfused, especially referring to blood or fluids

Example

Only transfusible blood types are used in the hospital.

Nur transfusionsfähige Blutgruppen werden im Krankenhaus verwendet.

B2 noun /ˈdɛltə/

delta

Delta

Meaning

A landform at the mouth of a river where it splits into several outlets.

Example

The Nile Delta is one of the most fertile regions in Egypt.

Das Nil-Delta ist eine der fruchtbarsten Regionen in Ägypten.

A1 determiner/pronoun /boʊθ/

both

beide

Meaning

referring to two people or things together

Example

Both of the children were excited about the trip.

Beide Kinder waren aufgeregt wegen der Reise.

B2 verb /ˈnɒmɪneɪt/

nominate

nominieren

Meaning

to propose someone for a position or award

Example

The committee decided to nominate her for the award.

Das Komitee entschied, sie für den Preis zu nominieren.

B2 noun /ˈkɒmpɪtəns/

competence

Kompetenz

Meaning

the ability to do something successfully or efficiently

Example

Her competence as a manager impressed the board.

Ihre Kompetenz als Managerin beeindruckte das Gremium.

B2 adjective aɪˈkɒnɪk

iconic

ikonisch

Meaning

Very famous or popular, especially being considered to represent particular opinions or a particular time.

Example

The line "It was the best of times..." is iconic.

Der Satz "Es war die beste Zeit..." ist ikonisch.

B2 adjective /dɪˌveləpˈmentl/

developmental

entwicklungsbezogen

Meaning

relating to the process of growth or progress

Example

Early childhood is a crucial developmental stage for learning.

Die frühe Kindheit ist eine entscheidende entwicklungsbezogene Phase für das Lernen.

C1 verb /rɪˈpjuː.di.eɪt/

repudiate

verwerfen

Meaning

to refuse to accept, recognize, or support something

Example

He repudiated the claim that he was involved in the scandal.

Er lehnte die Behauptung ab, dass er in den Skandal verwickelt war.

A2 noun /ˈbɪz.nəs/

Business

Geschäft; Unternehmen; Handel

Meaning

work relating to the production, buying, and selling of goods or services

Example

He started his own business after graduating from university.

Er gründete sein eigenes Geschäft, nachdem er die Universität abgeschlossen hatte.

B1 noun, verb /dɪˈzaɪər/

desire

Wunsch

Meaning

a strong feeling of wanting something or wishing for something to happen

Example

He has a strong desire to travel the world.

Er hat den starken Wunsch, die Welt zu bereisen.

C1 adjective /ˈblʌdləs/

bloodless

blutlos

Meaning

without bloodshed; lacking violence or vitality

Example

The revolution was surprisingly bloodless.

Die Revolution war überraschenderweise blutlos.

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 adjective ɪɡˈzɛmpləri

exemplary

vorbildlich

Meaning

Serving as a desirable model; representing the best of its kind.

Example

She was praised for her exemplary work ethic and dedication.

Sie wurde für ihre vorbildliche Arbeitsmoral und Hingabe gelobt.

A2 adverb /ˈrɑː.ðər/

Rather

eher; statt;

Meaning

to some extent; instead; preferably

Example

I would rather stay home than go to the party.

Ich würde lieber zu Hause bleiben, als auf die Party zu gehen.

B2 verb /ˈmæk.sɪ.maɪz/

maximize

maximieren

Meaning

to increase something as much as possible

Example

The company aims to maximize its profits this year.

Das Unternehmen hat das Ziel, seine Gewinne in diesem Jahr zu maximieren.

B2 adjective /ɪˈlɛktərəl/

electoral

wahlbezogen

Meaning

related to elections or voting

Example

The electoral process in the country has been reformed in recent years.

Der Wahlprozess im Land wurde in den letzten Jahren reformiert.

B1 noun /'pʌmp.kɪn/

Pumpkin

kürbis

Meaning

a large round orange fruit with thick skin and edible flesh

Example

We carved a jack-o'-lantern from a big pumpkin.

Wir haben aus einem großen Kürbis eine Kürbislaterne geschnitzt.

C2 adjective /ɪnˈsɛndiˌɛri/

incendiary

brandstiftend / aufhetzend

Meaning

designed to cause fires or stir up conflict

Example

The politician’s incendiary remarks angered the crowd.

Die aufhetzenden Bemerkungen des Politikers brachten die Menge aufgebracht.

C2 adjective /ˈtrʌŋkeɪtɪd/

truncated

abgekürzt

Meaning

shortened by cutting off a part; cut short

Example

The meeting was truncated due to time constraints.

Das Treffen wurde aufgrund von Zeitbeschränkungen abgekürzt.

C2 noun /ˌbeɪˈliː/

bailee

Verwahrer

Meaning

a person or party who temporarily receives possession of goods or property from another under a legal agreement

Example

The bailee must take reasonable care of the goods while they are in his possession.

Der Verwahrer muss sorgfältig mit dem Eigentum umgehen.

A2 noun səkˈsɛs

success

Erfolg

Meaning

The accomplishment of an aim or purpose; the attainment of popularity or profit

Example

Success requires focus and determination.

Erfolg erfordert Fokus und Entschlossenheit.

B2 noun /mɪˈθɒlədʒi/

mythology

Mythologie

Meaning

A collection of myths, especially belonging to a particular culture or religion.

Example

Greek mythology is filled with stories of gods and heroes.

Die griechische Mythologie ist voller Geschichten von Göttern und Helden.

C2 noun /ˈrɛkjʊzənt/

recusant

Widerspenstiger

Meaning

a person who refuses to submit to authority or comply with rules

Example

The recusant opposed the new law.

Der Widerspenstiger lehnte das neue Gesetz ab.

C1 noun /slæɡ/

slag

Schlacke

Meaning

Stony waste matter separated from metals during the smelting process.

Example

The factory dumped the slag near the river.

Die Fabrik hat die Schlacke nahe dem Fluss entsorgt.

C2 verb /ɪnˈveɪ/

inveigh

heftig kritisieren

Meaning

To speak or write about something with great hostility and criticism.

Example

He inveighed against the corruption in government.

Er kritisierte heftig die Korruption in der Regierung.

C1 verb /ˈʃʌdər/

shudder

zittern

Meaning

to tremble or shake suddenly, often due to fear, cold, or strong emotion

Example

She shuddered at the thought of walking alone in the dark forest.

Sie schauderte bei dem Gedanken, allein im dunklen Wald zu gehen.

C2 verb /ˈlɔɪtər/

loiter

herumstehen, ziellos bleiben

Meaning

To stand or wait around idly without apparent purpose.

Example

The teenagers were told not to loiter outside the shop.

Den Jugendlichen wurde gesagt, sie sollten nicht vor dem Laden herumlaufen.

A1 pronoun /ˈsʌmwʌn/

someone

jemand

Meaning

a person, but not specifically known or named

Example

Someone left their umbrella in the hallway.

Jemand hat seinen Regenschirm im Flur liegen lassen.

B1 adjective /ˈwɪl.ɪŋ/

Willing

bereit; willens

Meaning

ready, eager, or prepared to do something

Example

She is willing to help with the project.

Sie ist bereit, mit dem Projekt zu helfen.

B2 noun /proʊˈbeɪʃən/

probation

Probezeit

Meaning

a period of testing or supervision, especially for offenders or new employees

Example

He was placed on probation for six months.

Er wurde für sechs Monate in der Probezeit gesetzt.

C1 noun, verb /strænd/

strand

Faden / gestrandet

Meaning

Noun: A single thin length of thread, wire, or similar. Verb: To leave someone or something without a way of moving or leaving.

Example

The storm stranded many tourists on the island.

Der Sturm strandete viele Touristen auf der Insel.

A1 adjective /ˈmɛni/

many

viele

Meaning

a large number of

Example

Many students attended the lecture.

Viele Studenten nahmen an der Vorlesung teil.

B2 adjective /əˈdʒeɪsənt/

Adjacent

angrenzend

Meaning

পার্শ্ববর্তী; সংলগ্ন; নিকটবর্তী;

Example

The hotel is adjacent to the shopping mall.

Das Hotel ist angrenzend an das Einkaufszentrum.

B1 adjective /rɔː/

Raw

roh; nicht verarbeitet; im natürlichen Zustand; unerfahren

Meaning

uncooked; not processed; in natural state; inexperienced

Example

The chef prefers to use raw vegetables in his salads.

Der Koch bevorzugt es, rohe Gemüse in seinen Salaten zu verwenden.

B2 adjective /aɪˈdentɪkəl/

Identical

identisch; genau gleich

Meaning

exactly the same; not different in any way

Example

The twins look completely identical to each other.

Die Zwillinge sehen völlig identisch aus.

C1 noun /ˌʌl.tɪˈmeɪ.təm/

Ultimatum

Meaning

a final demand or statement of terms, the rejection of which will result in retaliation

Example

The boss gave him an ultimatum: improve or be fired.

Der Chef gab ihm ein Ultimatum: Verbessere dich oder du wirst gefeuert.

C1 adjective /ænˈtɪriər/

aphorism

Meaning

a short, witty saying that expresses a general truth or principle

Example

He began his speech with an aphorism about life and success.

A2 noun /ʃɪp/

Ship

Schiff

Meaning

a large watercraft that travels the world's oceans and seas

Example

The cargo ship departed from the port at dawn.

Das Frachtschiff verließ den Hafen bei Morgengrauen.

B2 noun /pliː/

Plea

Plädoyer; Antrag; Entschuldigung

Meaning

an urgent and emotional request; a defendant's formal response to a criminal charge; an excuse or justification

Example

She made a plea for help during the emergency.

Sie machte während des Notfalls einen Antrag auf Hilfe.

B2 adjective /ˈseɪ.krɪd/

Sacred

heilig

Meaning

connected with God or a god; considered holy; worthy of religious worship

Example

The sacred temple was visited by thousands of pilgrims.

Der heilige Tempel wurde von Tausenden Pilgern besucht.

C1 noun /ɪnˈsɜːrdʒəns/

insurgence

Aufstand

Meaning

An act of rebellion or uprising against authority.

Example

The government struggled to contain the growing insurgence.

Die Regierung hatte Schwierigkeiten, den wachsenden Aufstand zu bekämpfen.

B1 noun ˌkɒn.səˈveɪ.ʃən

conservation

Konservierung

Meaning

The protection of plants and animals, natural areas, and interesting and important structures and buildings, especially from the damaging effects of human activity.

Example

Conservation of forests is crucial for climate stability.

Die Erhaltung der Wälder ist entscheidend für die Klimastabilität.

B1 noun /rɪˈsɔːrs/

resource

Ressource

Meaning

A supply of materials, money, or assets that can be used when needed.

Example

Water is a vital natural resource.

Wasser ist eine wichtige natürliche Ressource.

A1 interjection /jɛə/

yeah

ja

Meaning

used to express agreement or affirmation

Example

Yeah, I’ll go to the store with you.

Ja, ich gehe mit dir in den Laden.

B2 adjective /ɪkˈsprɛsɪv/

expressive

ausdrucksvoll

Meaning

Effectively conveying thought or feeling.

Example

Her eyes were so expressive that no words were needed.

Ihre Augen waren so ausdrucksvoll, dass keine Worte nötig waren.

B2 noun /ɡlɪmps/

Glimpse

momentaner Blick;

Meaning

a momentary or partial view; a brief look or sight of something

Example

Through the window, I caught a glimpse of the beautiful garden behind the house.

Durch das Fenster erhaschte ich einen momentanen Blick auf den schönen Garten hinter dem Haus.

C2 noun /ˈræp.aɪn/

rapine

Raub

Meaning

the violent seizure of someone's property

Example

The war was marked by rapine and destruction.

Der Krieg war von Raub und Zerstörung geprägt.

B1 noun /prəˈduː.sər/

Producer

Produzent

Meaning

a person who supervises the making of a film, play, or broadcast program; someone who creates or manufactures goods

Example

The film producer invested millions in the new movie project.

Der Filmproduzent investierte Millionen in das neue Filmprojekt.

C2 verb /kənˈdjuːs/

conduce

beitragen

Meaning

To help bring about a particular result; to contribute to something.

Example

Regular exercise conduces to better health.

Regelmäßige Bewegung trägt zu besserer Gesundheit bei.

C1 verb /ˈduːdəl/

doodle

kritzeln

Meaning

To draw or scribble absentmindedly, often while thinking about something else.

Example

She doodled flowers in the corner of her notebook during class.

Sie kritzelte Blumen in die Ecke ihres Notizbuchs während des Unterrichts.

A1 noun /ɒkˈtoʊbər/

october

Oktober

Meaning

the tenth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar

Example

The weather becomes cooler in October.

Im Oktober wird das Wetter kühler.

C1 noun /ˈblæs.fə.mi/

blasphemy

blasphemie

Meaning

the act of speaking disrespectfully about God or sacred things

Example

In some countries, blasphemy is a punishable offense.

In einigen Ländern ist Blasphemie eine strafbare Handlung.

A1 noun /wɛst/

west

Westen

Meaning

the direction to the left of the north and to the right of the south, typically associated with the sunset

Example

The sun sets in the west.

Die Sonne geht im Westen unter.

C2 noun /liːən/

lien

Pfandrecht

Meaning

A legal right to keep possession of property until a debt is paid.

Example

The bank placed a lien on the house until the mortgage was cleared.

Die Bank legte ein Pfandrecht auf das Haus, bis die Hypothek beglichen war.

C2 verb /meɪm/

maim

verstümmeln

Meaning

To wound or injure someone so that part of the body is permanently damaged.

Example

The accident maimed several passengers.

Der Unfall verstümmelte mehrere Passagiere.

A2 adverb /ˈbædli/

badly

schlecht

Meaning

in a way that is not good; poorly or severely

Example

He performed badly in the exam.

Er hat schlecht in der Prüfung abgeschnitten.

C1 adjective /ɪnˈses.ənt/

incessant

unaufhörlich

Meaning

Continuing without pause or interruption; constant.

Example

The incessant noise from the construction site made it hard to concentrate.

Der unaufhörliche Lärm von der Baustelle erschwerte es, sich zu konzentrieren.

B2 noun ˈɪn.frəˌstrʌk.tʃər

infrastructure

infrastruktur

Meaning

The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.

Example

Digital infrastructure is vital for future advancements.

Digitale Infrastruktur ist entscheidend für zukünftige Fortschritte.

A1 adjective /ˈtwɛnti/

twenty

zwanzig

Meaning

the number equivalent to 20

Example

He is twenty years old.

Er ist zwanzig Jahre alt.

C1 noun, verb /ˈfrænʧaɪz/

franchise

Franchise

Meaning

A legal right to sell or distribute goods or services in a specific area; to grant such a right.

Example

He opened a new fast-food franchise in the city.

Er eröffnete eine neue Fast-Food-Franchise in der Stadt.

B1 noun ˌɪn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən

institution

Institution

Meaning

An organization founded and united for a specific purpose; an established law, practice, or custom.

Example

Institutions play a crucial role in governance.

Institutionen spielen eine entscheidende Rolle in der Regierungsführung.