A2 noun /ɡlʌv/

glove

Handschuh

Meaning

A covering for the hand with separate parts for the fingers and thumb.

Example

She wore gloves to protect her hands from the cold.

Sie trug Handschuhe, um ihre Hände vor der Kälte zu schützen.

B1 noun /læd/

lad

Junge

Meaning

a boy or young man; a male youth

Example

The young lad helped his father in the shop.

Der Junge half seinem Vater im Laden.

C2 noun /ˈpɜːrsɪflɑːʒ/

persiflage

leichte spöttische Bemerkungen

Meaning

light and slightly contemptuous mockery or banter

Example

Their conversation was full of persiflage and jokes.

Ihre Gespräche waren voll von leichten spöttischen Bemerkungen und Witzen.

C2 noun /ˈmæsəkɪst/

masochist

Masochist

Meaning

a person who derives pleasure from their own pain or humiliation

Example

He was called a masochist for enjoying tough challenges.

Er wurde ein Masochist genannt, weil er schwierige Herausforderungen genoss.

B1 noun /ruːt/

route

Route

Meaning

a way or course taken to get from one place to another

Example

The best route to the airport is through the highway.

Die beste Route zum Flughafen führt über die Autobahn.

B1 noun /ˌmæθəˈmætɪks/

mathematics

mathematik

Meaning

the abstract science of number, quantity, and space; the study of numbers and their operations

Example

Mathematics helps us understand patterns in nature and the universe.

Mathematik hilft uns, Muster in der Natur und im Universum zu verstehen.

A2 noun dɪˈveləpmənt

development

Entwicklung

Meaning

The process of developing or being developed; growth or progress.

Example

Development of Bengali society was hindered.

Die Entwicklung der bengalischen Gesellschaft wurde behindert.

C1 adjective /ɪnˈdʌstriəs/

industrious

fleißig

Meaning

Hardworking and diligent in one's duties.

Example

She is an industrious student who always completes her assignments on time.

Sie ist eine fleißige Studentin, die immer ihre Aufgaben rechtzeitig erledigt.

C1 noun /ˈnɑːrsɪsɪst/

narcissist

Narzisst

Meaning

A person who has an excessive interest in or admiration of themselves.

Example

Everyone avoided him because he was a narcissist.

Jeder mied ihn, weil er ein Narzisst war.

B2 adverb /ɪkˈsplɪsɪtli/

explicitly

ausdrücklich

Meaning

in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt

Example

The instructions were explicitly written to avoid any confusion.

Die Anweisungen wurden ausdrücklich geschrieben, um Verwirrung zu vermeiden.

C1 noun /ˌædməˈnɪʃən/

admonition

verwarnung

Meaning

a firm warning or reprimand; gentle or earnest advice

Example

He received an admonition for his careless work.

Er erhielt eine Verwarnung für seine nachlässige Arbeit.

B1 noun /ˈæʃ.treɪ/

Ash tray

aschenbecher

Meaning

a receptacle for tobacco ash and cigarette butts

Example

Please use the ash tray for your cigarette.

Bitte verwenden Sie den Aschenbecher für Ihre Zigarette.

B2 adjective ˈmɒn.ɪ.tri

monetary

monetär

Meaning

Relating to money or currency.

Example

The monetary implications are significant for investors.

Die monetären Implikationen sind für Investoren signifikant.

C1 adjective /ˈpjuː.nɪ.tɪv/

punitive

strafend

Meaning

Inflicting or intended as punishment.

Example

The company faced punitive measures for violating the law.

Das Unternehmen sah sich strafrechtlichen Maßnahmen ausgesetzt, weil es das Gesetz verletzt hatte.

C1 noun /rɪˈnaʊn/

Renown

Ruhm; Bekanntheit

Meaning

the condition of being known or talked about by many people; fame

Example

The scientist achieved international renown for her discoveries.

Die Wissenschaftlerin erlangte internationalen Ruhm für ihre Entdeckungen.

C1 adjective /vəˈluː.mə.nəs/

voluminous

voluminös, groß, umfangreich

Meaning

Occupying or containing much space; large in volume, in particular.

Example

The library contained a voluminous collection of books.

Die Bibliothek hatte eine voluminöse Sammlung von Büchern.

A1 adverb /ˈɔːfən/

often

oft

Meaning

frequently, many times

Example

I often visit my grandparents on weekends.

Ich besuche oft meine Großeltern am Wochenende.

C1 adjective /ʌnˈsəʊʃəl/

unsocial

unsozial

Meaning

not enjoying the company of others; avoiding social interaction; contrary to social norms

Example

He prefers unsocial hours so he can work alone without interruptions.

Er bevorzugt unsoziale Arbeitszeiten, um allein zu arbeiten.

C1 verb /ˈlæmɪˌneɪt/

laminate

laminieren

Meaning

to cover or enclose something with a protective layer, usually plastic

Example

She laminated her important documents to protect them from damage.

Sie laminierte ihre wichtigen Dokumente, um sie vor Schäden zu schützen.

B1 noun pɑːˈtɪs.ɪ.pənts

participants

teilnehmer

Meaning

People who take part in something; those involved in an activity or event.

Example

Participants will enjoy breathtaking views.

Teilnehmer werden atemberaubende Ausblicke genießen.

B2 adjective /kəˈmɛndəbl̩/

commendable

lobenswert

Meaning

deserving praise or approval

Example

Her dedication to the project was truly commendable.

Ihr Engagement für das Projekt war wirklich lobenswert.

C2 adjective /mæɡˈnɪləkwənt/

magniloquent

pompöses Geplauder

Meaning

using high-flown or pompous language

Example

The politician’s magniloquent speech impressed the crowd.

Die pompöse Rede des Politikers beeindruckte die Menge.

B2 verb /stroʊk/

stroke

streicheln

Meaning

to move your hand gently over something; to hit or touch something gently

Example

She stroked the cat's fur gently.

Sie streichelte sanft das Fell der Katze.

B2 adjective /ˈtraɪbəl/

Meaning

Lacking worldly experience, refinement, or complexity.

Example

The villagers led an unsophisticated but happy life.

Die Dorfbewohner führten ein unsophistiziertes, aber glückliches Leben.

C1 verb /ˌriːˈvaɪ.t̬əl.aɪz/

revitalize

revitalisieren

Meaning

To restore energy and effectiveness to something.

Example

The new policies aim to revitalize the economy.

Die neuen politischen Maßnahmen sollen die Wirtschaft revitalisieren.

C2 noun /ˈdʒɪŋɡoʊˌɪzəm/

jingoism

extremer Patriotismus

Meaning

extreme patriotism expressed in aggressive foreign policy

Example

The politician's speech was filled with jingoism.

Die Rede des Politikers war voller Jingoismus.

C2 noun /ˈkɒkskoʊm/

Cockscomb

Hahnenkammblume

Meaning

a tropical plant with bright, velvety flowers that resemble a rooster's comb

Example

The bright red cockscomb flowers added vibrant color to the garden bed.

Die leuchtend roten Hahnenkammblumen fügten dem Gartenbeet lebendige Farben hinzu.

C1 adjective /ˌsaɪkəˈpæθɪk/

psychopathic

psychopathisch

Meaning

Relating to or affected by psychopathy; showing chronic mental disorder with abnormal or violent behavior.

Example

The film portrayed a psychopathic killer with no sense of empathy.

Der Film porträtierte einen psychopathischen Mörder ohne jegliches Mitgefühl.

B2 noun daɪˈvɜːsɪti

diversity

vielfalt

Meaning

The state of being diverse; variety.

Example

Biodiversity promotes ecosystem stability and resilience.

Biodiversität fördert die Stabilität und Resilienz von Ökosystemen.

B2 noun /ˈdreɪ.nɪdʒ/

drainage

Entwässerung

Meaning

the system or process by which water or other liquids are drained away

Example

Poor drainage caused flooding in the neighborhood.

Schlechte Entwässerung verursachte Überschwemmungen in der Nachbarschaft.

A2 adjective /θɪk/

Thick

dick; kräftig;

Meaning

having a large distance between opposite sides; dense; not thin

Example

The book has thick pages and a heavy cover.

Das Buch hat dicke Seiten und ein schweres Cover.

B2 verb /sɔːr/

soar

emporsteigen / schnell steigen

Meaning

to fly or rise high in the air; to increase rapidly or dramatically

Example

The eagle soared high above the mountains.

Der Adler flog hoch über die Berge.

C2 adjective /vərˈmɪkjələr/

vermicular

wurmähnlich

Meaning

having a shape or appearance like a worm; worm-like

Example

The artist used a vermicular design to decorate the border of the manuscript.

Der Künstler verwendete ein wurmähnliches Design, um den Rand des Manuskripts zu dekorieren.

C1 adjective /ɪnˈtɛlɪdʒəbl/

intelligible

verständlich

Meaning

Able to be understood; clear enough to be comprehended.

Example

Her speech was barely intelligible over the noise.

Durch den Lärm war ihre Rede kaum verständlich.

B2 adverb /ˈdʌbli/

doubly

doppelt

Meaning

in a twofold manner; to twice the degree

Example

She felt doubly fortunate after winning the prize and getting a promotion.

Sie fühlte sich doppelt so glücklich, nachdem sie den Preis gewonnen und eine Beförderung erhalten hatte.

C1 noun ˈɛksəʊˌplænɪt

exoplanet

ein Planet, der einen Stern außerhalb des Sonnensystems umkreist

Meaning

A planet that orbits a star outside the solar system.

Example

Astronomers have discovered thousands of exoplanets in the last decade.

Astronomen haben in den letzten zehn Jahren Tausende von Exoplaneten entdeckt.

B2 verb /ɪnˈrɪtʃ/

enrich

bereichern

Meaning

To improve or enhance the quality or value of something.

Example

Space exploration enriches human understanding.

Weltraumforschung bereichert das menschliche Verständnis.

B2 noun /ɡrɪp/

Grip

festhalten; Griff; Haltegriff oder -stelle

Meaning

a firm hold or grasp; the power of holding something firmly; a handle or handhold

Example

The rock climber lost his grip and fell several feet before the safety rope caught him.

Der Felsensteiger verlor seinen Griff und fiel mehrere Meter, bevor das Sicherheitsseil ihn auffing.

C2 adjective /ˈvælərəs/

valorous

tapfer

Meaning

showing great courage and bravery

Example

The valorous soldier led his troop into battle without hesitation.

Der tapfere Soldat führte seine Truppen ohne Zögern in die Schlacht.

B2 noun /ˈtʌndrə/

tundra

Tundra

Meaning

A vast, flat, treeless Arctic region where the subsoil is permanently frozen.

Example

Polar bears roam across the icy tundra.

Eisbären streifen durch die eisige Tundra.

C1 noun /ˈdiːvə/

diva

berühmte Sängerin

Meaning

a famous female singer; a woman who is admired or behaves like a star

Example

The pop diva performed her latest hit to a cheering crowd.

Die Pop-Diva trat mit ihrem neuesten Hit vor einer jubelnden Menge auf.

C2 adjective /ˌæl.ɪˈmen.tər.i/

alimentary

verdauungsbezogen

Meaning

relating to nourishment or the organs of digestion

Example

The doctor explained the role of the alimentary canal in digestion.

Der Arzt erklärte die Rolle des Verdauungstrakts bei der Verdauung.

C1 noun /ˈbenɪˌfæktər/

Benefactor

Wohltäter; Mäzen; Spender

Meaning

a person who gives money or other help to support a person or cause; a patron

Example

The anonymous benefactor donated millions to the hospital.

Der anonyme Wohltäter spendete Millionen an das Krankenhaus.

C1 noun /ˌnoʊtəˈraɪəti/

notoriety

berüchtigung

Meaning

The state of being famous or well-known for something bad.

Example

The criminal gained notoriety for his daring escapes.

Der Kriminelle erlangte Berüchtigung für seine gewagten Fluchten.

A2 verb /plænt/

plant

pflanzen

Meaning

to put seeds or plants in the ground; to place something firmly

Example

She planted roses in her garden.

Sie hat Rosen in ihrem Garten gepflanzt.

C2 adjective /ˈkæp.ʃəs/

Captious

kritisch; nörgelnd

Meaning

tending to find fault or raise petty objections; fault-finding; critical

Example

His captious remarks about every small detail made the meeting very unpleasant.

Seine kritischen Bemerkungen zu jedem kleinen Detail machten das Treffen sehr unangenehm.

B1 noun /ˌsaʊθˈiːst/

southeast

südosten

Meaning

the direction that is between south and east; a region in that direction

Example

The city is located in the southeast of the country.

Die Stadt liegt im Südosten des Landes.

B2 adjective /ˌben.ɪˈfɪʃ.əl/

beneficial

vorteilhaft

Meaning

Resulting in good; favorable or advantageous.

Example

Eye rubbing can be beneficial in moderation.

Augenreiben kann in Maßen vorteilhaft sein.

B2 adjective /swɪft/

swift

schnell

Meaning

moving very quickly; happening promptly

Example

The river current was swift after the heavy rain.

Nach dem heftigen Regen war die Stroemung des Flusses rasch.

C1 adjective /ˈkɔːʃənˌɛri/

cautionary

warnend

Meaning

serving as a warning; intended to prevent problems or mistakes by giving advice or examples

Example

The report offers a cautionary message about unchecked spending.

Der Bericht gibt eine warnende Botschaft über unkontrollierte Ausgaben.

C2 adjective /ˈroʊziət/

roseate

rosarot, optimistisch

Meaning

Having a pink color; optimistic or idealistic.

Example

She looked at the future with roseate optimism.

Sie blickte auf die Zukunft mit rosaroter Zuversicht.

C1 noun /ɪkˈstɔːr.ʃən/

extortion

Erpressung

Meaning

the practice of obtaining something, especially money, through force or threats

Example

The businessman was arrested for extortion after threatening his partner.

Der Geschäftsmann wurde wegen Erpressung verhaftet, nachdem er seinen Partner bedroht hatte.

A1 adjective /blæk/

Black

schwarz

Meaning

having the darkest color; the opposite of white

Example

She wore a beautiful black dress to the party.

Sie trug ein schönes schwarzes Kleid zur Party.

C2 noun /ˈtaɪtwɒd/

tightwad

Geizhals

Meaning

a person who is unwilling to spend money; a miser

Example

Everyone calls him a tightwad because he never buys gifts.

Alle nennen ihn einen Geizhals, weil er nie Geschenke kauft.

A2 adverb /ˈsɜː.tən.li/

Certainly

sicherlich

Meaning

without doubt; definitely; used to agree or give permission

Example

I will certainly help you with this project.

Ich werde dir mit diesem Projekt sicherlich helfen.

C1 noun /ˌklɔːstrəˈfəʊbiə/

claustrophobia

Klaustrophobie

Meaning

an extreme or irrational fear of being in confined spaces

Example

He avoids elevators because of his claustrophobia.

Er meidet Aufzüge wegen seiner Klaustrophobie.

B1 noun, verb /ˈmɒnɪtər/

monitor

Monitor, überwachen

Meaning

to observe and check the progress or quality of something; also a device that displays information

Example

The teacher monitors the students during the exam.

Der Lehrer überwacht die Schüler während der Prüfung.

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.

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.

C2 noun /ˈrɛvəlri/

revelry

Fest

Meaning

Lively and noisy festivities, especially involving drinking and dancing.

Example

The sound of revelry could be heard throughout the night.

Der Klang des Festes war die ganze Nacht zu hören.

C2 adjective /ˈhæŋ.dɔːɡ/

hangdog

beschämt

Meaning

looking or feeling ashamed, guilty, or defeated.

Example

He gave me a hangdog look after being caught lying.

Er gab mir einen beschämten Blick, nachdem er beim Lügen erwischt wurde.

A2 noun /ˈmɛs.ɪdʒ/

Message

Nachricht

Meaning

A written, spoken, or electronic communication sent from one person to another

Example

I received your message and will reply soon.

Ich habe deine Nachricht erhalten und werde bald antworten.

C1 adjective ˈek.wɪ.tə.bəl

equitable

gerecht

Meaning

Fair and impartial

Example

Equitable AI ensures fairness in technology use.

Gerechte KI sorgt für Fairness bei der Nutzung von Technologie.

C1 verb /prɪˈzaɪd/

preside

vorsitzen

Meaning

to be in charge of a meeting, event, or organization

Example

She will preside over the meeting tomorrow.

Sie wird morgen die Sitzung leiten.

C1 adjective /pəˈleɪ.ʃəl/

palatial

palastähnlich

Meaning

resembling a palace in being spacious and splendid

Example

They stayed in a palatial hotel during their vacation.

Sie übernachteten in einem palastähnlichen Hotel während ihres Urlaubs.

A1 adverb /haʊ/

how

wie

Meaning

in what way or manner; by what means

Example

How do you solve this problem?

Wie löst du dieses Problem?

B2 adjective /ˌkɒm.plɪˈmen.tər.i/

Complimentary

komplementär; lobend; kostenlos angeboten als Höflichkeit

Meaning

expressing praise or admiration; given or supplied free of charge as a courtesy

Example

The hotel offers complimentary breakfast for all guests.

Das Hotel bietet kostenloses Frühstück für alle Gäste an.

C1 adjective /dɪˈlæpɪˌdeɪtɪd/

dilapidated

verfallen

Meaning

Fallen into disrepair or ruin due to neglect or age.

Example

The family lived in a dilapidated house at the edge of town.

Die Familie lebte in einem verfallenen Haus am Rande der Stadt.

C2 noun /ˈbreɪziər/

Brazier

Messingarbeiter

Meaning

a worker in brass; a portable container for burning charcoal or coal

Example

The brazier crafted beautiful brass ornaments.

Der Messingarbeiter fertigte wunderschöne Schmuckstücke aus Messing an.

C1 noun /ˈhɔːr.nət/

Hornet

Hornisse

Meaning

a large wasp that can sting and is often aggressive

Example

The hornet built its nest under the roof.

Die Hornisse baute ihr Nest unter dem Dach.

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 adjective /ˈdʒuːsi/

juicy

saftig

Meaning

Full of juice; succulent; also used to describe something exciting or scandalous.

Example

The steak was so juicy that it melted in my mouth.

Das Steak war so saftig, dass es in meinem Mund zerging.

C2 noun /ˌdʒiː.niˈæl.ə.ti/

geniality

Freundlichkeit

Meaning

the quality of being friendly and cheerful

Example

His geniality made him popular among his colleagues.

Seine Freundlichkeit machte ihn unter seinen Kollegen beliebt.

C1 noun /ˌmænɪˈfɛstoʊ/

manifesto

manifest

Meaning

a public declaration of policy and aims, especially by a political party

Example

The party released its manifesto before the election.

Die Partei veröffentlichte ihr Manifest vor den Wahlen.

C2 adjective /ˈtɔːrpɪd/

torpid

träge

Meaning

Mentally or physically inactive; sluggish or lethargic.

Example

After the long hike, he felt torpid and unmotivated.

Nach der langen Wanderung fühlte er sich träge und unmotiviert.

B2 adverb /ˈθʌrəli/

Thoroughly

gründlich; vollständig;

Meaning

completely; entirely; in a thorough manner

Example

She thoroughly cleaned the entire house before the guests arrived.

Sie hat das ganze Haus gründlich gereinigt, bevor die Gäste ankamen.

C1 adjective /ˈpleɪntɪv/

plaintive

traurig, klagend

Meaning

expressing sadness or sorrow

Example

He raised a plaintive cry for help.

Er erhob einen klagenden Hilferuf.

B1 adjective /dɪˈmændɪŋ/

demanding

anspruchsvoll

Meaning

requiring much effort, skill, or attention; difficult to satisfy

Example

The job is very demanding and requires long hours of work.

Der Job ist sehr anspruchsvoll und erfordert lange Arbeitsstunden.

C1 verb /skʌlpt/

sculpt

Glück

Meaning

to create or shape something by carving or molding

Example

The artist sculpted a beautiful statue from marble.

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

C1 noun /ˈsaɪd.laɪn dɪˈskʌʃənz/

sideline discussions

Nebengespräche

Meaning

Informal or secondary conversations that occur outside the main agenda of a formal meeting.

Example

Sideline discussions often lead to agreements.

Nebengespräche führen oft zu Vereinbarungen.

B2 noun /rek/

Wreck

Zerstörung; Wrack;

Meaning

the destruction or disabling of a ship or vehicle; something that has been badly damaged or destroyed

Example

The car wreck blocked the highway for hours.

Das Autowrack blockierte die Autobahn stundenlang.

C1 noun /skɪt/

skit

Sketch

Meaning

a short, humorous performance or piece of writing

Example

The students performed a funny skit at the event.

Die Studenten führten einen lustigen Sketch bei der Veranstaltung auf.

C2 noun /ˈɡævəl/

gavel

Hammer

Meaning

A small ceremonial mallet used by a judge or an auctioneer to signal attention or mark a decision.

Example

The judge struck the gavel to call the court to order.

Der Richter schlug mit dem Hammer, um das Gericht zu ordnen.

C1 noun /ˈkiːpˌseɪk/

keepsake

Andenken

Meaning

An object kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event.

Example

She gave me a small locket as a keepsake of our friendship.

Sie gab mir ein kleines Medaillon als Erinnerung an unsere Freundschaft.

C2 noun /ˌɒpəˈrɛtə/

operetta

leichte Oper

Meaning

a short opera with light and humorous themes

Example

The theater staged a famous operetta by Gilbert and Sullivan.

Das Theater inszenierte eine berühmte Operette von Gilbert und Sullivan.

B1 noun /rɪˈpleɪsmənt/

replacement

Ersatz

Meaning

the act of substituting one thing or person for another

Example

She got a replacement for her damaged phone.

Sie erhielt einen Ersatz für ihr beschädigtes Telefon.

C1 verb /broʊtʃ/

broach

ansprechen

Meaning

to bring up a subject for discussion

Example

She decided to broach the topic of salary with her manager.

Sie entschied sich, das Thema Gehalt mit ihrem Manager anzusprechen.

B2 noun /ˈpɒlən/

pollen

Pollen

Meaning

fine powder produced by flowers, used in fertilization

Example

Bees collect pollen from flowers to make honey.

Bienen sammeln Pollen von Blumen, um Honig zu machen.

C2 noun /ˈhɑː.mə.li/

Homily

Predigt; moralische Belehrung

Meaning

a religious discourse delivered as part of a church service; a tedious moralizing lecture

Example

The priest delivered an inspiring homily about compassion and forgiveness during Sunday service.

Der Priester hielt während des Gottesdienstes am Sonntag eine inspirierende Predigt über Mitgefühl und Vergebung.

B2 adjective /ˈnjuː.mər.əs/

Numerous

zahlreich; viele; reichlich

Meaning

existing in large numbers; many; abundant

Example

There are numerous benefits to exercising regularly.

Es gibt zahlreiche Vorteile, regelmäßig Sport zu treiben.

C2 noun /ˈkɔːfər/

coffer

Truhe

Meaning

A strongbox or small chest for holding valuables, often used metaphorically for funds or financial reserves.

Example

The city's coffers were drained after the costly project.

Die Kassen der Stadt waren nach dem teuren Projekt leer.

A2 adjective /ˈaʊtdɔːr/

outdoor

im Freien

Meaning

situated, existing, or done outside a building

Example

We planned an outdoor picnic for the weekend.

Wir haben ein Picknick im Freien für das Wochenende geplant.

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.

A2 noun /stɛps/

steps

Schritte

Meaning

A measure or action, especially one of a series taken in order to deal with or achieve a particular thing.

Example

Taking small steps reduces overwhelm.

Kleine Schritte reduzieren das Überwältigungsgefühl.

C2 noun /lænˈtɑː.nə/

Lantana

lantana

Meaning

a tropical flowering plant with clusters of small colorful flowers

Example

The lantana flowers attract butterflies to the garden.

Die Lantana-Blumen ziehen Schmetterlinge in den Garten.

C1 adjective /ˌɪn.ɪˈfɛk.tʃu.əl/

ineffectual

ineffektiv

Meaning

Not producing any or the desired effect; lacking the ability or qualities to achieve a purpose.

Example

The manager’s ineffectual leadership caused the team to lose motivation.

Die ineffektive Führung des Managers führte dazu, dass das Team die Motivation verlor.

C1 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈspɛktɪv/

Irrespective

unabhängig; ohne Berücksichtigung

Meaning

without taking something into account; regardless of

Example

All students will be treated equally, irrespective of their background.

Alle Studenten werden gleich behandelt, unabhängig von ihrem Hintergrund.

C1 noun /swiːt.laɪm/

Sweetlime

süßer Limette

Meaning

a citrus fruit that is sweeter and less acidic than regular lime

Example

The sweetlime juice was refreshing on a hot day.

Der süße Limettensaft war erfrischend an einem heißen Tag.

A1 pronoun /ðɛər/

their

ihr

Meaning

belonging to or associated with the people or things previously mentioned

Example

Their house is on the corner.

Ihr Haus ist an der Ecke.

C1 noun /ɪmˈpɛd.ɪ.mənt/

impediment

Hindernis

Meaning

A hindrance or obstruction in doing something; something that prevents progress.

Example

Lack of funds is a major impediment to the project.

Der Mangel an Mitteln ist ein großes Hindernis für das Projekt.

B2 verb /kəˈmɛnd/

commend

loben

Meaning

to praise formally or officially

Example

The teacher commended the students for their hard work.

Der Lehrer lobte die Schüler für ihre harte Arbeit.

C2 verb /ˈdʒɛn.juˌflɛkt/

genuflect

sich verbeugen als Zeichen der Ehrfurcht oder Anbetung

Meaning

to bend one or both knees as a sign of reverence or worship

Example

The worshippers genuflect before the altar.

Die Anbetenden verbeugen sich vor dem Altar.

B2 noun ˌreɪdɪˈeɪʃən

radiation

Strahlung

Meaning

The emission of energy as electromagnetic waves or as moving subatomic particles.

Example

Radiation from the sun can be harmful without protection.

Strahlung von der Sonne kann ohne Schutz schädlich sein.

C1 noun /ˈkændɪdnəs/

candidness

Offenheit

Meaning

The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward

Example

Her candidness during the meeting impressed everyone.

Ihre Offenheit während des Treffens beeindruckte alle.

B2 verb /ˈmeməraɪz/

memorize

auswendig lernen

Meaning

to learn something by heart; to commit to memory

Example

Students need to memorize important formulas for the exam.

Studenten müssen wichtige Formeln für die Prüfung auswendig lernen.

C1 noun /kənˈsep.ʃən/

Conception

Konzeption; Idee; Befruchtung

Meaning

the forming of an idea or plan; the fertilization of an ovum by a sperm; the action of conceiving

Example

The conception of this innovative project took several months of brainstorming.

Die Konzeption dieses innovativen Projekts dauerte mehrere Monate intensiven Brainstormings.

C2 adjective /ɔːˈɡʌst/

august

erhaben

Meaning

Respected and impressive; inspiring reverence or admiration.

Example

The king entered the hall with an august presence.

Der König betrat die Halle mit einer erhabenen Präsenz.

A2 verb /ɪˈmædʒɪn/

imagine

vorstellen

Meaning

to form a mental image of; to believe something unreal to be true

Example

Can you imagine living in a different country?

Kannst du dir vorstellen, in einem anderen Land zu leben?

B1 adjective /ˌen.təˈteɪ.nɪŋ/

Entertaining

unterhaltsam; lustig und fesselnd

Meaning

providing amusement or enjoyment; funny and engaging

Example

The comedian's performance was very entertaining and kept the audience laughing.

Die Darbietung des Komikers war sehr unterhaltsam und brachte das Publikum zum Lachen.

B2 noun /dɪsˈmeɪ/

Dismay

Bestürzung; Alarm

Meaning

concern and distress caused by something unexpected; consternation or alarm

Example

To our dismay, the concert was cancelled due to severe weather conditions.

Zu unserer Bestürzung wurde das Konzert aufgrund schwerer Wetterbedingungen abgesagt.

C2 noun /ˌkæstɪˈɡeɪʃən/

castigation

harte Kritik oder Bestrafung

Meaning

Severe criticism or punishment for wrongdoing.

Example

The manager’s harsh castigation shocked the entire team.

Die harte Zurechtweisung des Managers schockierte das gesamte Team.

B2 noun /ˈɛθɪk/

ethic

Ethik

Meaning

a set of moral principles, especially ones relating to a particular group, system, or profession

Example

He has a strong work ethic and always meets deadlines.

Er hat eine starke Arbeitsmoral und hält immer die Fristen ein.

B2 noun, adjective /hjuːˌmænɪˈtɛəriən/

humanitarian

humanitär

Meaning

A person who seeks to promote human welfare, or something relating to human welfare and compassion.

Example

The organization provides humanitarian aid to disaster victims.

Die Organisation leistet humanitäre Hilfe für Katastrophenopfer.

C2 noun /ˌkʌmˈʌpəns/

comeuppance

gerechte Strafe

Meaning

A deserved punishment or fate; just deserts.

Example

The corrupt official finally got his comeuppance in court.

Der korrupte Beamte bekam endlich seine gerechte Strafe vor Gericht.

A2 noun /ˈplɛʒər/

pleasure

Vergnügen

Meaning

a feeling of happiness or enjoyment

Example

It was a pleasure to meet you.

Es war ein Vergnügen, dich zu treffen.