B1 adjective hɪˈstɔːrɪk

historic

historisch

Meaning

Famous or significant in history, or potentially so.

Example

Victory Day is a historic moment for Bangladesh.

Der Tag des Sieges ist ein historischer Moment für Bangladesch.

B1 noun /hel/

Hell

Hölle; schmerzhafter Zustand; unerfreuliche Erfahrung

Meaning

a place regarded in various religions as a spiritual realm of evil and suffering; an extremely unpleasant experience

Example

Working in the factory during summer was absolute hell due to the extreme heat.

In der Fabrik während des Sommers zu arbeiten war ein absolutes Höllenfeuer wegen der extremen Hitze.

B1 noun হ্যান্ড এক্সারসাইজেস

hand exercises

Handübungen

Meaning

Physical activities designed to strengthen, stretch, and improve the flexibility of hand and finger muscles.

Example

Regular hand exercises are essential for muscle recovery.

Regelmäßige Handübungen sind entscheidend für die Muskelregeneration.

B1 adjective /ˈhæn.səm/

handsome

Glück

Meaning

attractive in appearance, usually referring to men; also can mean generous or impressive in size.

Example

He looked very handsome in his new suit.

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

B1 noun /ˈhel.mət/

Helmet

Helm

Meaning

a hard or padded protective hat worn by motorcyclists, construction workers, or soldiers

Example

The cyclist always wore a bright yellow helmet for safety and visibility while riding.

Der Radfahrer trug immer einen leuchtend gelben Helm für Sicherheit und Sichtbarkeit beim Fahren.

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.

B1 noun /ˈhaɪdʒiːn/

hygiene

Hygiene

Meaning

Conditions or practices conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease.

Example

Good hygiene is essential for preventing the spread of infections.

Gute Hygiene ist entscheidend, um die Ausbreitung von Infektionen zu verhindern.

B1 adverb /ˌhæfˈweɪ/

halfway

auf halbem Weg

Meaning

at or to a point equal in distance between two points

Example

We met halfway between the two towns.

Wir trafen uns auf halbem Weg zwischen den beiden Städten.

B1 noun /ˈhɔːlweɪ/

hallway

Flur

Meaning

a corridor in a building that connects rooms

Example

The kids left their shoes in the hallway.

Die Kinder haben ihre Schuhe im Flur gelassen.

B1 noun /ˈhjuː.mər/

humor

Humor

Meaning

The quality of being amusing or entertaining.

Example

His sense of humor always lightens the mood.

Sein Sinn für Humor erhellt die Stimmung immer.

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.

B1 noun /ˈhɑːrdˌwɛr/

hardware

Hardware

Meaning

the physical parts of a computer or electronic system, such as the monitor, keyboard, and processor

Example

The company upgraded its computer hardware to improve performance.

Das Unternehmen hat seine Computerhardware aufgerüstet, um die Leistung zu verbessern.

B1 noun /ˈhɛlθˌkɛər/

healthcare

Gesundheitsversorgung

Meaning

the organized provision of medical care to people

Example

The country invested heavily in healthcare to improve public health.

Das Land investierte massiv in die Gesundheitsversorgung, um die öffentliche Gesundheit zu verbessern.

B1 noun /ˈhaʊzɪŋ/

housing

unterkunft

Meaning

buildings or structures where people live; accommodation

Example

The government is working to provide affordable housing for everyone.

Die Regierung arbeitet daran, für alle erschwingliche Unterkünfte bereitzustellen.

B1 noun /hoʊst/

Host

Gastgeber; jemand, der andere Gäste empfängt oder unterhält; eine große Anzahl von Dingen

Meaning

a person who receives or entertains other people as guests; a large number of things

Example

The gracious host welcomed all the guests with warm smiles and refreshments.

Der freundliche Gastgeber begrüßte alle Gäste mit warmen Lächeln und Erfrischungen.

B1 noun /ˈhʌŋɡər/

hunger

Hunger

Meaning

the feeling of discomfort caused by lack of food

Example

The child cried out of hunger.

Das Kind weinte vor Hunger.

B1 noun /ˈhʌntər/

hunter

Jäger

Meaning

a person or animal that hunts animals for food or sport

Example

The hunter tracked the deer through the forest.

Der Jäger verfolgte das Reh durch den Wald.

B1 noun /ˈhændˌraɪ.tɪŋ/

handwriting

handschrift

Meaning

the style or manner of writing by hand.

Example

Her handwriting is very neat and easy to read.

Ihre Handschrift ist sehr ordentlich und leicht zu lesen.

B1 noun /ˈhɛlθˌkɛər/

health-care

Glück

Meaning

the organized provision of medical services to maintain or improve health

Example

Access to quality health-care is essential for every citizen.

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

B1 verb /ˈhaɪˌlaɪt/

highlight

hervorheben

Meaning

to emphasize or make something stand out

Example

The teacher highlighted the most important points in the text.

Der Lehrer hat die wichtigsten Punkte im Text hervorgehoben.

B1 noun /ˈhæm.ər/

Hammer

Meaning

a tool with a heavy metal head for hitting nails or breaking things

Example

She used a hammer to nail the picture frame to the wall.

Sie benutzte einen Hammer, um den Bilderrahmen an die Wand zu nageln.

B1 verb /haɪər/

hire

einstellen

Meaning

to employ someone for wages; to rent or engage services

Example

The company will hire new employees next month.

Das Unternehmen wird nächsten Monat neue Mitarbeiter einstellen.

B1 adjective /ˈhɪd.ən/

Hidden

versteckt; geheim; unsichtbar

Meaning

concealed from view; kept secret; not visible or apparent

Example

There was a hidden camera in the room.

Es gab eine versteckte Kamera im Raum.

B1 noun /hjuːˈmænɪti/

humanity

Menschlichkeit

Meaning

the quality of being human; kindness or compassion towards others; all human beings collectively

Example

Kindness is one of the greatest expressions of humanity.

Freundlichkeit ist eine der größten Ausdrucksformen der Menschlichkeit.

B1 verb /ˈɒnər/

honour

ehren

Meaning

to show respect; to keep a promise

Example

We honour our veterans for their service.

Wir ehren unsere Veteranen für ihren Dienst.

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 noun /ˈhaʊswaɪf/

housewife

Hausfrau

Meaning

a married woman who manages a household and whose main occupation is caring for her family and home

Example

She chose to work as a housewife while raising her children.

Sie entschied sich, Hausfrau zu sein, während sie ihre Kinder großzog.

B1 verb/noun /haɪk/

hike

wandern / Erhöhung

Meaning

To take a long walk in the countryside or mountains; also to increase suddenly (prices, rates, etc.).

Example

We decided to hike in the hills this weekend.

Wir haben beschlossen, dieses Wochenende in den Hügeln zu wandern.

B1 adjective /ˈhoʊpləs/

Hopeless

hoffnungslos; verzweifelt

Meaning

feeling or causing despair about something; without hope; desperate

Example

The situation seemed hopeless until help arrived.

Die Situation schien hoffnungslos, bis Hilfe eintraf.

B1 noun /ˈhev.ən/

Heaven

Himmel

Meaning

a place regarded in various religions as the abode of God and the angels; a place of eternal happiness

Example

Many people believe that good souls go to heaven after they pass away from this world.

Viele Menschen glauben, dass gute Seelen nach dem Tod in den Himmel gehen.

B1 verb /ˈhɛdɪŋ/

heading

steuern

Meaning

Moving in a particular direction.

Example

The ship is heading toward Antarctica.

Das Schiff steuert in Richtung Antarktis.

B1 noun/verb /hɪnt/

hint

Hinweis

Meaning

a small piece of advice or suggestion; to suggest something indirectly

Example

She gave me a hint about the surprise party.

Sie gab mir einen Hinweis auf die Überraschungsparty.

B1 adjective /ˈhoʊmləs/

homeless

obdachlos

Meaning

Without a home, and therefore typically living on the streets.

Example

The organization helps homeless people find shelter.

Die Organisation hilft obdachlosen Menschen, ein Dach zu finden.

B1 adjective /hɪˈstɔːrɪkəl/

historical

historisch

Meaning

Related to history or past events.

Example

The museum has a large collection of historical documents.

Das Museum hat eine große Sammlung historischer Dokumente.

B1 noun /ˈɒnɪsti/

honesty

Ehrlichkeit

Meaning

the quality of being truthful and sincere

Example

Honesty is the best policy in all situations.

Ehrlichkeit ist die beste Politik in allen Situationen.

B1 adjective /ˈhoʊpfəl/

Hopeful

hoffnungsvoll

Meaning

feeling or inspiring optimism about a future event; confident; optimistic

Example

He remained hopeful despite the challenges.

Er blieb hoffnungsvoll trotz der Herausforderungen.

B1 verb /hiːl/

heal

heilen

Meaning

to cure; to become healthy again

Example

Time will heal all wounds.

Die Zeit wird alle Wunden heilen.

B1 noun /ˈhɛdˌlaɪn/

headline

Schlagzeile

Meaning

The title of a newspaper article printed in large letters.

Example

The scandal made front-page headlines.

Der Skandal machte Schlagzeilen auf der Titelseite.

B1 noun /ˈhaɪ.weɪ/

highway

Autobahn

Meaning

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

Example

The highway was blocked due to an accident.

Die Autobahn war aufgrund eines Unfalls blockiert.

B1 adjective /ˈhoʊli/

Holy

heilig; Gott oder religiösen Zwecken geweiht; moralisch und spirituell ausgezeichnet

Meaning

sacred; dedicated to God or religious purposes; morally and spiritually excellent

Example

The holy shrine attracts thousands of pilgrims every year.

Der heilige Schrein zieht jedes Jahr Tausende von Pilgern an.

B1 adverb /ˈhaɪli/

highly

hoch

Meaning

to a great degree; very

Example

She is highly respected in her field.

Sie wird in ihrem Bereich hoch respektiert.

B1 noun/verb /ˈhʌntɪŋ/

hunting

Jagd

Meaning

the activity of chasing and killing wild animals

Example

Hunting is strictly regulated in many countries.

Jagd ist in vielen Ländern streng geregelt.

B1 adjective /ˈhɑːrmfəl/

Harmful

schädlich

Meaning

causing or likely to cause harm; damaging

Example

Smoking is harmful to your health.

Rauchen ist schädlich für Ihre Gesundheit.

B1 verb /hʊk/

hook

haken

Meaning

to catch with a hook; to fasten

Example

He hooked the fish successfully.

Er hat den Fisch erfolgreich gehakt.

B1 noun ˌhjuː.mən ˈraɪts

human rights

Menschenrechte

Meaning

A right that is believed to belong justifiably to every person.

Example

Human rights protect individual freedoms.

Menschenrechte schützen die individuellen Freiheiten.

B1 noun /ˈhaʊshoʊld/

household

haushalt

Meaning

All the people living together in one house, considered as a unit.

Example

There are five people in our household.

In unserem Haushalt sind fünf Personen.

B1 adverb /ˈhoʊpfəli/

hopefully

hoffentlich

Meaning

in a hopeful manner; expressing hope or optimism

Example

Hopefully, the weather will be nice tomorrow.

Hoffentlich wird das Wetter morgen schön sein.