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B1 adverb /ˈɡrædʒ.u.ə.li/

Gradually

langsam; allmählich
Meaning
slowly and steadily over a period of time
Example
The weather gradually became warmer in spring.
Das Wetter wurde im Frühling allmählich wärmer.
B1 verb /lend/

lend

leihen
Meaning
to give temporarily; to allow someone to use something
Example
Can you lend me your pen?
Kannst du mir deinen Stift leihen?
B1 noun /kriˈeɪ.ʃən/

Creation

Schöpfung; Kreation
Meaning
the action or process of bringing something into existence; something that has been made or invented
Example
The artist's latest creation was displayed at the modern art gallery.
Die neueste Kreation des Künstlers wurde in der modernen Kunstgalerie ausgestellt.
B1 noun ˈstrʌɡ.əl

struggle

kampf
Meaning
A forceful or violent effort to get free of restraint or resist attack; a determined effort under difficult circumstances.
Example
The struggle for independence united the nation.
Der Kampf um die Unabhängigkeit vereinte die Nation.
B1 adjective /ʌnˈkaɪnd/

Unkind

grausam; nicht nett
Meaning
cruel; not nice or caring toward others
Example
It was unkind of him to make fun of her appearance.
Es war unfreundlich von ihm, sich über ihr Aussehen lustig zu machen.
B1 verb /ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪnt/

disappoint

enttäuschen
Meaning
to fail to fulfill the hopes or expectations of someone; to make someone feel sad or displeased
Example
I hope I won't disappoint you with my performance.
Ich hoffe, ich werde dich nicht mit meiner Leistung enttäuschen.
B1 noun /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

examination

Prüfung
Meaning
a formal test of knowledge or ability
Example
She is preparing for her final examination.
Sie bereitet sich auf ihre Abschlussprüfung vor.
B1 noun /mɑːsks/

masks

Maske
Meaning
Coverings for all or part of the face, worn as a disguise, for protection, or for medical reasons.
Example
Masks can protect against polluted air.
Masken können vor verschmutzter Luft schützen.
B1 noun /ˈmɛtəl/

metal

Metall
Meaning
A solid material that is typically hard, shiny, malleable, fusible, and conductive, such as iron, gold, or aluminum.
Example
The ring was made of precious metal.
Der Ring war aus edlem Metall gemacht.
B1 adjective /ˈmɪzərəbəl/

Miserable

elend; unglücklich; leidensverursachend
Meaning
very unhappy; wretched; causing suffering
Example
He felt miserable after losing his job.
Er fühlte sich elend, nachdem er seinen Job verloren hatte.
B1 noun /ˌdʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

Generation

Generation; Produktion;
Meaning
all the people born and living at about the same time; the production or creation of something
Example
Each generation faces unique challenges that shape their worldview and values.
Jede Generation steht vor einzigartigen Herausforderungen, die ihre Weltanschauung und Werte prägen.
B1 adjective /ʌnˈtru/

Untrue

falsch; unkorrekt
Meaning
not true; false; incorrect
Example
His statement about the incident was completely untrue.
Seine Aussage über den Vorfall war völlig falsch.
B1 adjective /ˈdʒɛntəl/

gentle

sanft
Meaning
Kind, mild, or tender in nature or behavior
Example
He was always gentle with children.
Er war immer sanft mit Kindern.
B1 verb /prəˈpoʊz/

propose

vorschlagen
Meaning
to suggest an idea or plan for consideration; to ask someone to marry you
Example
I propose we take a short break.
Ich schlage vor, dass wir eine kurze Pause machen.
B1 noun zəʊn

zone

Zone
Meaning
An area or stretch of land having a particular characteristic, purpose, or use, or subject to particular restrictions.
Example
Industrial zones attract investments.
Industrielle Zonen ziehen Investitionen an.
B1 noun ˈmɪlɪteri

military

Militär
Meaning
The armed forces of a country.
Example
The military was called for assistance.
Das Militär wurde zur Hilfe gerufen.
B1 noun /lɪd/

Lid

deckel
Meaning
a removable or hinged cover for the top of a container
Example
Please put the lid back on the jar.
Bitte setzen Sie den Deckel wieder auf das Glas.
B1 adjective /ˈsplendɪd/

Splendid

prächtig; ausgezeichnet; sehr beeindruckend
Meaning
magnificent; excellent; very impressive
Example
The castle looked splendid in the sunset.
Das Schloss sah beim Sonnenuntergang prächtig aus.
B1 verb /rɪˈkʌvər/

recover

erholen
Meaning
To return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength; to regain or save something.
Example
The world is struggling to recover from the pandemic.
Die Welt kämpft darum, sich von der Pandemie zu erholen.
B1 noun /ˈsʌp.ər/

Supper

Abendessen
Meaning
an evening meal, typically a light or informal one
Example
We usually have supper around seven o'clock.
Wir essen normalerweise gegen sieben Uhr Abendessen.
B1 abbreviation /vərsəs/

vs

gegen
Meaning
used to indicate opposition or contrast between two things
Example
The match was Brazil vs Argentina in the final.
Das Spiel war Brasilien gegen Argentinien im Finale.
B1 noun /ˈlaɪf.staɪl/

lifestyle

Lebensstil
Meaning
The way in which a person or group lives, including habits, attitudes, and possessions.
Example
A healthy lifestyle includes regular exercise and a balanced diet.
Ein gesunder Lebensstil umfasst regelmäßige Bewegung und eine ausgewogene Ernährung.
B1 verb /sɪŋk/

sink

versenken
Meaning
to go down below the surface; to descend
Example
The ship sinks in the deep ocean.
Das Schiff sinkt im tiefen Ozean.
B1 noun /ˈrezɪdənt/

Resident

Bewohner
Meaning
a person who lives somewhere permanently or on a long-term basis; living in a particular place
Example
She has been a resident of this city for over ten years.
Sie ist seit über zehn Jahren Bewohnerin dieser Stadt.
B1 noun ˈbaʊndəri

boundary

Grenze
Meaning
A line that marks the limits of an area; a dividing line.
Example
The river marks the boundary.
Der Fluss markiert die Grenze.
B1 noun, verb /ˈlaɪsəns/

license

Lizenz / Erlaubnis
Meaning
A legal permission to do something (noun); to grant such permission (verb).
Example
You must have a driving license to operate a car legally.
Man muss einen Führerschein haben, um ein Auto gesetzlich zu fahren.
B1 noun /ˈneɪbərˌhʊd/

neighborhood

Nachbarschaft
Meaning
a district or area around or near a particular place
Example
I grew up in a quiet neighborhood.
Ich bin in einer ruhigen Nachbarschaft aufgewachsen.
B1 adjective /ʌnˈfrɛndli/

unfriendly

unfreundlich
Meaning
not kind or welcoming; hostile or cold in behavior or attitude
Example
The shop owner seemed unfriendly to new customers.
Der Ladenbesitzer wirkte auf neue Kunden unfreundlich.
B1 noun /kəˌmjunɪˈkeɪʃən/

communication

Kommunikation
Meaning
The act or process of using words, sounds, signs, or behaviors to express or exchange information or to express your ideas, thoughts, feelings, etc.
Example
Effective communication is crucial for any successful project.
Effektive Kommunikation ist entscheidend für jedes erfolgreiche Projekt.
B1 noun /dɪˈbeɪts/

debates

Debatten
Meaning
Formal discussions where different viewpoints are presented and argued.
Example
Debates on governance lasted throughout the session.
Debatten über die Regierungsführung dauerten die gesamte Sitzung.
B1 noun /tʃiːf/

chief

Chef
Meaning
a leader or person in charge of a group or organization
Example
The chief of the village made an important decision.
Der Chef des Dorfes traf eine wichtige Entscheidung.
B1 verb /ˈsɪzər/

scissor

mit Schere schneiden
Meaning
to cut with or as if with scissors
Example
The tailor scissored the fabric neatly.
Der Schneider hat den Stoff ordentlich geschnitten.
B1 noun /treɪd/

trade

handel
Meaning
The action of buying and selling goods and services.
Example
Trade agreements foster economic development.
Handelsabkommen fördern die wirtschaftliche Entwicklung.
B1 adjective /rɪˈlækst/

relaxed

entspannt
Meaning
free from tension or stress; calm and comfortable
Example
She felt relaxed after listening to soft music.
Sie fühlte sich nach leiser Musik entspannt.
B1 verb /ɪnˈvɛnt/

invent

erfinden
Meaning
to create or design something that has not existed before
Example
Thomas Edison invented the electric bulb.
Thomas Edison erfand die elektrische Glühbirne.
B1 verb /ˈdɛmənˌstreɪt/

demonstrate

demonstrieren
Meaning
to clearly show or prove something through evidence, explanation, or action
Example
The teacher demonstrated the experiment to the class.
Der Lehrer demonstrierte das Experiment der Klasse.
B1 noun /ˈɛər.kræft/

aircraft

Flugzeug
Meaning
A vehicle, such as an airplane or helicopter, that can fly in the air.
Example
The military aircraft flew over the city.
Das Militärflugzeug flog über die Stadt.
B1 noun /ˈɡædʒ.ɪt/

gadget

Gerät
Meaning
A small mechanical or electronic device with a particular function, often novel or useful.
Example
He loves buying the latest kitchen gadgets.
Er liebt es, die neuesten Küchengeräte zu kaufen.
B1 adjective, verb /əˈproʊpriət/ (adj), /əˈproʊprieɪt/ (verb)

appropriate

angemessen / sich aneignen
Meaning
suitable or proper in the circumstances (adj); to take something for one’s own use, often without permission (verb)
Example
Wearing formal clothes was appropriate for the ceremony.
Das Tragen von formeller Kleidung war für die Zeremonie angemessen.
B1 noun /tɪn/

tin

Dose
Meaning
a metal container; a chemical element (Sn)
Example
She bought a tin of biscuits from the store.
Sie kaufte eine Dose Kekse im Laden.
B1 noun /ˈviːzə/

visa

Visum
Meaning
an official authorization or permission to enter, leave, or stay in a country
Example
She applied for a visa to study abroad.
Sie beantragte ein Visum, um im Ausland zu studieren.
B1 noun /ˈpɛnəlti/

penalty

Strafe
Meaning
A punishment imposed for breaking a law, rule, or contract.
Example
He had to pay a heavy penalty for breaking the traffic rules.
Er musste eine hohe Strafe zahlen, weil er gegen die Verkehrsregeln verstoßen hatte.
B1 noun/adjective /ˌkærəktəˈrɪstɪk/

characteristic

Eigenschaft
Meaning
A distinguishing quality or feature of a person, place, or thing.
Example
Kindness is a characteristic of true leadership.
Freundlichkeit ist eine charakteristische Eigenschaft wahren Führens.
B1 adjective /fɪkst/

fixed

fest, stabil
Meaning
firmly in place; not changing or movable
Example
The schedule for the meeting is fixed for Monday morning.
Der Zeitplan für das Treffen ist für Montagmorgen festgelegt.
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.
B1 noun /ˈθʌn.dər/

Thunder

Donner
Meaning
the loud rumbling sound that follows lightning; to make a loud deep sound
Example
We heard thunder rolling across the sky.
Wir hörten das Donnern über den Himmel rollen.
B1 verb /dɪˈliːt/

delete

löschen
Meaning
to remove or erase something, especially written or recorded information
Example
He accidentally deleted all the files from his computer.
Er hat versehentlich alle Dateien von seinem Computer gelöscht.
B1 noun /ˈkɛmɪstri/

chemistry

Chemie
Meaning
the branch of science that studies substances and their interactions; also the emotional connection between people
Example
They have great chemistry and work well together.
Sie haben eine großartige Chemie und arbeiten gut zusammen.
B1 noun /ˈwɜːrkaʊt/

workout

Training
Meaning
a session of physical exercise or training to improve fitness or health
Example
She does a full-body workout every morning before work.
Sie macht jeden Morgen vor der Arbeit ein Ganzkörpertraining.
B1 adverb /ˈtɪpɪkli/

typically

normalerweise
Meaning
in a way that is typical of a particular person, thing, or group
Example
She typically arrives at work at 9 AM.
Sie kommt normalerweise um 9 Uhr zur Arbeit.
B1 noun /prəˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/

pronunciation

Aussprache
Meaning
the way a word or language is spoken; the act or result of pronouncing words
Example
Her pronunciation of French words has improved significantly.
Ihre Aussprache französischer Wörter hat sich stark verbessert.
B1 adjective /təˈrɪfɪk/

terrific

großartig
Meaning
extremely good or excellent; very great or intense
Example
The concert last night was absolutely terrific.
Das Konzert gestern Abend war absolut großartig.
B1 noun /ˈɡaɪ.dəns/

Guidance

Führung; Anleitung; Beratung
Meaning
advice or information aimed at resolving a problem or difficulty; leadership or direction
Example
The teacher provided valuable guidance to help students choose their career paths.
Der Lehrer gab wertvolle Führung, um den Schülern zu helfen, ihren Karriereweg zu wählen.
B1 noun faʊnˈdeɪʃən

foundation

Fundament
Meaning
The lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below ground level.
Example
The foundation of the building was laid with strong materials.
Das Fundament des Gebäudes wurde mit starken Materialien gelegt.
B1 adjective /ˈsɔːlti/

Salty

salzig
Meaning
having the taste of salt; containing salt; tasting of seawater
Example
The salty ocean water made her thirsty.
Das salzige Meerwasser machte sie durstig.
B1 adjective ˈkrɪtɪkəl

critical

kritisch
Meaning
Extremely important; at a point of crisis or urgency.
Example
Addressing critical issues in education is imperative.
Die Lösung kritischer Fragen in der Bildung ist dringend erforderlich.
B1 noun /laɪt ˈkʌlər/

Light Colour

helle Farbe
Meaning
a pale or bright shade of any color
Example
The walls were painted in light colours to make the room look bigger.
Die Wände wurden in hellen Farben gestrichen, um den Raum größer erscheinen zu lassen.
B1 noun /ˈdʒɜːrnəlɪst/

journalist

Journalist
Meaning
a person who writes news articles or reports for newspapers, magazines, or media
Example
The journalist covered the political event.
Der Journalist deckte das politische Ereignis ab.
B1 verb /baʊns/

bounce

abprallen
Meaning
to spring back after hitting something; to rebound.
Example
The ball bounced off the wall and hit the window.
Der Ball prallte von der Wand ab und traf das Fenster.
B1 adjective /kəmˈpetətɪv/

competitive

wettbewerbsfähig
Meaning
relating to or characterized by competition; having a strong desire to win or be more successful
Example
She has a competitive spirit that drives her to excel.
Sie hat einen wettbewerbsfähigen Geist, der sie zum Streben nach Exzellenz antreibt.
B1 noun /ˈsæl.ər.i/

Salary

Gehalt
Meaning
a fixed regular payment, typically paid on a monthly basis
Example
She receives a good salary for her work as a teacher.
Sie erhält ein gutes Gehalt für ihre Arbeit als Lehrerin.
B1 noun /ˈbluː.ber.i/

Blueberry

Blaubeere
Meaning
a small round blue fruit that grows on bushes
Example
She picked fresh blueberries for the pie.
Sie pflückte frische Blaubeeren für den Kuchen.
B1 noun ˈdʒʌstɪs

justice

Gerechtigkeit
Meaning
Just behavior or treatment; the quality of being fair and reasonable.
Example
Justice is sought by the oppressed characters in the story.
Die Gerechtigkeit wird von den unterdrückten Charakteren in der Geschichte gesucht.
B1 noun /ˈvaɪtəmɪn/

vitamin

Vitamin
Meaning
a natural substance needed by the body to stay healthy
Example
Fruits and vegetables are rich sources of vitamins.
Obst und Gemüse sind reich an Vitaminen.
B1 adjective /ʌnˈjuː.ʒu.əl/

Unusual

ungewöhnlich; seltsam;
Meaning
not typical; strange; different from what is normal
Example
She wore an unusual dress to the party.
Sie trug ein ungewöhnliches Kleid zur Party.
B1 verb /ˈθretən/

threaten

drohen
Meaning
to express an intention to harm or punish someone; to be likely to cause harm
Example
The storm clouds threaten to bring heavy rain tonight.
Die Sturmwolken drohen, heute Nacht starken Regen zu bringen.
B1 noun /ɪˌlɛkˈtrɒnɪks/

electronics

Elektronik
Meaning
the branch of physics and technology dealing with circuits and devices using transistors, microchips, and other components
Example
He studied electronics at university.
Er hat Elektronik an der Universität studiert.
B1 noun /fɔːlt/

Fault

Fehler; Mangel; Schuld
Meaning
an unattractive or unsatisfactory feature; responsibility for an accident or misfortune
Example
The accident was caused by a fault in the car's braking system.
Der Unfall wurde durch einen Fehler im Bremssystem des Autos verursacht.
B1 noun /ˈspiːʃiːz/

Species

Art; Typ
Meaning
a group of living organisms that can reproduce with each other; a type or kind
Example
The Amazon rainforest is home to thousands of animal species.
Der Amazonas-Regenwald ist die Heimat von Tausenden von Tierarten.
B1 adjective /ˈlaɪv.li/

Lively

lebendig; lebendig; fröhlich
Meaning
full of life and energy; animated; cheerful
Example
The children had a lively discussion about their favorite books.
Die Kinder hatten eine lebhafte Diskussion über ihre Lieblingsbücher.
B1 verb /ɪnˈvɑːlv/

involve

einbeziehen
Meaning
to include as a necessary part, or to engage someone in an activity
Example
The project will involve several departments working together.
Das Projekt wird mehrere Abteilungen einbeziehen, die zusammenarbeiten.
B1 noun /ˈhæŋ.kər.tʃɪf/

Handkerchief

taschentuch
Meaning
a small piece of cloth used for wiping the nose or face
Example
She always carries a clean handkerchief in her purse.
Sie trägt immer ein sauberes Taschentuch in ihrer Tasche.
B1 verb ɪkˈspændɪŋ

expanding

erweitern
Meaning
Becoming larger or more extensive; increasing in size, number, or importance.
Example
Expanding education opportunities helps reduce inequality.
Die Erweiterung von Bildungschancen hilft, Ungleichheit zu verringern.
B1 adjective /ˈdʒel.əs/

Jealous

eifersüchtig; neidisch; besitzergreifend von jemandes Aufmerksamkeit oder Zuneigung
Meaning
feeling envious or resentful; possessive of someone's attention or affection
Example
She felt jealous when her friend got promoted.
Sie fühlte sich eifersüchtig, als ihre Freundin befördert wurde.
B1 verb /fəʊld/

fold

falten
Meaning
to bend something, especially paper or cloth, so that one part covers another
Example
She folded the letter neatly before placing it in the envelope.
Sie faltete den Brief sorgfältig, bevor sie ihn in den Umschlag legte.
B1 verb ɪnˈspaɪər

inspire

inspirieren
Meaning
To fill someone with the urge or ability to do or feel something, especially creative or noble.
Example
Artemis seeks to inspire future generations.
Artemis strebt danach, zukünftige Generationen zu inspirieren.
B1 noun /kɑːrt/

Cart

wagen
Meaning
a wheeled vehicle for carrying goods; a shopping cart
Example
The farmer loaded hay onto his cart.
Der Bauer lud Heu auf seinen Wagen.
B1 adverb /pəˈlaɪt.li/

Politely

höflich;
Meaning
in a respectful and considerate manner; courteously; with good manners
Example
She politely declined the invitation because she had other commitments.
Sie lehnte die Einladung höflich ab, weil sie andere Verpflichtungen hatte.
B1 noun /ˈprɛɡnənsi/

pregnancy

Schwangerschaft
Meaning
the condition of being pregnant; the period during which a woman carries a developing fetus
Example
Her pregnancy was carefully monitored by her doctor.
Ihre Schwangerschaft wurde sorgfältig von ihrem Arzt überwacht.
B1 noun /ˈkætl/

cattle

Glück
Meaning
large domesticated animals such as cows and bulls that are kept on a farm for their milk, meat, or hides
Example
The farmer owns a herd of cattle that graze near the river.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B1 verb /ˈpɜːrtʃəs/

purchase

kaufen
Meaning
to buy something; to acquire by paying money
Example
I need to purchase groceries for the week.
Ich muss Lebensmittel für die Woche kaufen.
B1 adjective /ˈklæsɪk/

classic

klassisch, herausragend
Meaning
Judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality and outstanding of its kind.
Example
That movie is a classic example of 90s comedy.
Dieser Film ist ein klassisches Beispiel für 90er-Jahre-Comedy.
B1 adjective /ˈʌpˌkʌmɪŋ/

upcoming

kommend
Meaning
about to happen or appear
Example
The upcoming event will be held next week.
Die kommende Veranstaltung wird nächste Woche stattfinden.
B1 noun /miːnz/

Means

Mittel; Ressourcen; Weg;
Meaning
An action or system by which a result is achieved; financial resources
Example
They don't have the means to afford such an expensive vacation.
Sie haben nicht die Mittel, sich einen so teuren Urlaub zu leisten.
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.
B1 adverb /əˈperəntli/

Apparently

anscheinend;
Meaning
seemingly; as far as one knows or can see; clearly; evidently
Example
Apparently, the meeting has been postponed to next week.
Anscheinend wurde das Treffen auf nächste Woche verschoben.
B1 noun /ˈɒbstəkəlz/

obstacles

Hindernisse
Meaning
Things that block one's way or prevent or hinder progress.
Example
Obstacles in life can often lead to valuable lessons.
Hindernisse im Leben führen oft zu wertvollen Lektionen.
B1 noun, verb /flæɡ/

flag

Flagge, Banner; oder ein Warnsignal
Meaning
a piece of fabric with a symbol or colors; or to mark or signal attention
Example
They raised the national flag during the ceremony.
Sie hissen die Nationalflagge während der Zeremonie.
B1 adjective /ˈmʌl.tɪ.pl̩/

Multiple

mehrere; vielfach; verschieden
Meaning
having many parts, elements, or members; numerous
Example
She suffered multiple injuries in the accident.
Sie erlitt mehrere Verletzungen bei dem Unfall.
B1 adjective /ˈmæsɪv/

Massive

massiv; äußerst groß; in Größe oder Menge riesig
Meaning
extremely large; huge in size or amount
Example
The company made a massive profit this year.
Das Unternehmen hat in diesem Jahr einen massiven Gewinn erzielt.
B1 noun /ˈpeɪvmənt/

pavement

Gehweg
Meaning
a hard paved surface such as a road or sidewalk; the act or result of paving
Example
She walked along the pavement to reach the bus stop.
Sie ging auf dem Gehweg zur Bushaltestelle.
B1 adjective /ədˈvænst/

advanced

fortgeschritten
Meaning
highly developed or complex
Example
He is studying an advanced level of mathematics.
Er studiert ein fortgeschrittenes Niveau der Mathematik.
B1 noun /ˈfiːdbæk/

feedback

Rückmeldung
Meaning
information or opinions about how well someone is doing something
Example
She asked her teacher for feedback on her essay.
Sie bat ihren Lehrer um Feedback zu ihrem Aufsatz.
B1 verb /weɪk/

wake

aufwachen
Meaning
to stop sleeping; to become alert
Example
I wake up at 7 AM every morning.
Ich wache jeden Morgen um 7 Uhr auf.
B1 adjective /əˈbiː.di.ənt/

Obedient

gehorsam
Meaning
willing to comply with orders or instructions; submissive
Example
The obedient student always follows the teacher's instructions.
Der gehorsame Schüler folgt immer den Anweisungen des Lehrers.
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.
B1 noun /ˈpaɪ.lət/

Pilot

Pilot
Meaning
a person who operates the controls of an aircraft
Example
The experienced pilot landed the plane safely during the storm.
Der erfahrene Pilot landete das Flugzeug sicher während des Sturms.
B1 noun /ˌiː.kəˈnɒm.ɪk ɡrəʊθ/

Economic Growth

wirtschaftliches Wachstum
Meaning
The increase in the production of goods and services in an economy over time, measured by the expansion of economic output, income, and investment.
Example
The country's economic growth has been remarkable over the past decade.
Das wirtschaftliche Wachstum des Landes war im letzten Jahrzehnt bemerkenswert.
B1 noun /ˈæksɛnt/

accent

Akzent
Meaning
a distinctive way of pronouncing a language, especially one associated with a particular country or region
Example
She spoke English with a strong French accent.
Sie sprach Englisch mit starkem französischem Akzent.
B1 noun /ɪkˈsep.ʃən/

Exception

Ausnahme
Meaning
a person or thing that is excluded from a general statement or does not follow a rule
Example
Most students passed the exam, with the exception of a few who were absent.
Die meisten Studenten haben die Prüfung bestanden, mit Ausnahme von einigen, die abwesend waren.
B1 noun /ˈɑb.stə.kəl/

Obstacle

Hindernis
Meaning
something that blocks or makes progress difficult; a barrier
Example
Bad weather was the main obstacle to our journey.
Schlechtes Wetter war das größte Hindernis für unsere Reise.
B1 noun /ˈɪnkʌm/

income

einkommen
Meaning
money received for work or through investments
Example
His monthly income is enough to support his family.
Sein monatliches Einkommen reicht aus, um seine Familie zu unterstützen.
B1 noun /pruːf/

proof

Beweis
Meaning
evidence or argument establishing a fact or the truth of a statement
Example
The detective presented proof of the suspect's guilt.
Der Detektiv präsentierte den Beweis für die Schuld des Verdächtigen.
B1 verb /ɪɡˈzæm.ɪn/

examine

Glück
Meaning
to look at something carefully in order to understand it
Example
The doctor will examine the patient tomorrow.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B1 noun, verb /ˈrɒkɪt/

rocket

Glück
Meaning
a missile or vehicle propelled by a rocket engine; to increase or move very quickly
Example
The company’s profits rocketed after the new product launch.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B1 noun /əˈdʒen.də/

Agenda

Tagesordnung
Meaning
a list of items to be discussed at a meeting; a plan of action
Example
The meeting agenda includes budget discussions.
Die Tagesordnung der Sitzung enthält Diskussionen über das Budget.
B1 noun ɡreɪt wɔːl əv ˈtʃaɪ.nə

Great Wall of China

Große Mauer von China
Meaning
A massive ancient fortification system in China, built to protect against invasions and considered one of the most famous landmarks in the world.
Example
The Great Wall of China is one of the most famous landmarks in the world.
Die Große Mauer von China ist eines der bekanntesten Wahrzeichen der Welt.
B1 noun /ˈkwɒl.ɪ.ti taɪm/

quality time

Qualitätszeit
Meaning
Time spent giving someone your full attention in order to strengthen your relationship with them.
Example
Spending quality time with family enhances relationships.
Qualitätszeit mit der Familie zu verbringen, stärkt die Beziehungen.
B1 noun /dɜːrt/

Dirt

Schmutz; Erde; unrein Materie
Meaning
a substance that makes something unclean; earth or soil; unclean matter
Example
After playing in the garden, the children were covered in dirt from head to toe.
Nach dem Spielen im Garten waren die Kinder von Kopf bis Fuß mit Schmutz bedeckt.
B1 adjective /ˈlɪmɪtɪd/

limited

begrenzt
Meaning
Restricted in size, amount, or extent; not great in number or ability.
Example
Tickets for the concert are limited.
Die Tickets für das Konzert sind begrenzt.
B1 adjective /ʌnˈplɛz.ənt/

Unpleasant

unangenehm
Meaning
not giving or causing pleasure; disagreeable
Example
The medicine had an unpleasant taste.
Das Medikament hatte einen unangenehmen Geschmack.
B1 adverb /əˈprɒk.sɪ.mət.li/

approximately

ungefähr
Meaning
used to show that something is almost, but not completely, accurate or exact
Example
The journey takes approximately three hours.
Die Reise dauert ungefähr drei Stunden.
B1 preposition/adverb /əˈkɔːrdɪŋ/

according

laut
Meaning
As stated by or in agreement with.
Example
According to the report, sales increased last quarter.
Laut dem Bericht sind die Verkaufszahlen im letzten Quartal gestiegen.
B1 noun /twɪst/

Twist

Drehung; Wendung; Biegung;
Meaning
a turn, curve, or bend; an unexpected development; a dance
Example
The story had an unexpected twist at the end.
Die Geschichte hatte am Ende eine unerwartete Wendung.
B1 verb /dɪˈvɛləpɪŋ/

developing

entwickeln
Meaning
the process of growing, improving, or becoming more advanced
Example
She is developing new skills in programming.
Sie entwickelt neue Fähigkeiten in der Programmierung.
B1 verb /spred/

spread

verbreiten
Meaning
to extend over a larger area; to distribute; to apply
Example
The news spread quickly through the town.
Die Nachricht verbreitete sich schnell durch die Stadt.
B1 adjective /ˈæktʃuəl/

actual

tatsächlich
Meaning
real and existing, not just imagined or supposed
Example
The actual cost was higher than expected.
Die tatsächlichen Kosten waren höher als erwartet.
B1 noun /ˌdɛmənˈstreɪʃən/

demonstration

Demonstration, Protest
Meaning
the act of showing something clearly, or a public protest
Example
The workers organized a demonstration for better wages.
Die Arbeiter organisierten eine Demonstration für bessere Löhne.
B1 adverb /ˈtʃɪəfəli/

cheerfully

fröhlich
Meaning
in a happy and positive manner; with visible good spirits
Example
She greeted everyone cheerfully despite the long day.
Sie begrüßte alle fröhlich trotz des langen Tages.
B1 noun /əˈkeɪ.ʒən/

Occasion

Gelegenheit; besonderer Anlass
Meaning
a particular time or instance of an event; a special celebration
Example
Their wedding was a joyous occasion.
Ihre Hochzeit war eine freudige Gelegenheit.
B1 noun /ˈpɪdʒ.ən/

Pigeon

Taube
Meaning
a grey and white bird with a fat body that is common in cities
Example
The pigeon pecked at breadcrumbs on the sidewalk.
Die Taube pickte Brotreste auf dem Bürgersteig.