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C2 noun /ˌhaɪdroʊˈfoʊbiə/

hydrophobia

Hydrophobie
Meaning
Extreme or irrational fear of water; historically, another name for rabies.
Example
After being bitten by a stray dog, the man was treated for hydrophobia.
Nachdem er von einem streunenden Hund gebissen wurde, wurde der Mann wegen Hydrophobie behandelt.
C1 verb /ˈhɔːrɪfaɪ/

horrify

entsetzen
Meaning
to fill with horror; to shock or disgust greatly
Example
The violent scene horrified the audience.
Die gewalttätige Szene entsetzte das Publikum.
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.
C1 adjective /ˈhæloʊd/

hallowed

geheiligt
Meaning
regarded as holy or greatly respected
Example
They walked across the hallowed halls of the old university.
Sie gingen durch die geheiligten Hallen der alten Universität.
C2 noun /ˈhɔːθɔːrn/

hawthorn

dorniger Strauch
Meaning
A thorny shrub or small tree with white or pink flowers, often used for hedges.
Example
The garden was lined with blooming hawthorn bushes.
Der Garten war mit blühenden Weißdornbüschen umgeben.
C2 verb /ˈhɛnˌpɛk/

henpeck

nörgeln
Meaning
To continually criticize, nag, or dominate (especially a husband).
Example
He felt henpecked by his overly controlling wife.
Er fühlte sich von seiner übermäßig kontrollierenden Frau beherrscht.
B2 noun /hiːl/

Heel

Ferse
Meaning
the back part of the human foot below the ankle
Example
She wore shoes with high heels to the party.
Sie trug hohe Absätze zu der Party.
B2 noun /ˈhæz.ərd/

Hazard

Gefahr; Risiko
Meaning
a danger or risk; something that poses a threat to safety
Example
Smoking is a serious health hazard that can lead to lung cancer and heart disease.
Rauchen ist eine ernsthafte Gesundheitsgefahr, die zu Lungenkrebs und Herzerkrankungen führen kann.
C2 adjective /ˌhæɡ.i.əˈɡræf.ɪk/

hagiographic

übertrieben schmeichelhaft
Meaning
Excessively flattering or idealized, often in a biography or portrayal of someone.
Example
The documentary was criticized for its hagiographic portrayal of the leader.
Die Dokumentation wurde für ihre übertrieben schmeichelhafte Darstellung des Führers kritisiert.
C2 adjective /haɪˈbɜːrnəl/

hibernal

winterlich
Meaning
Relating to or occurring in winter.
Example
The hibernal season is often harsh in the mountains.
Die winterliche Jahreszeit ist in den Bergen oft hart.
C2 verb /ˈhɜːrtl/

hurtle

rasen
Meaning
To move or cause to move at great speed, often in a dangerous way.
Example
The car hurtled down the mountain road.
Das Auto raste die Bergstraße hinunter.
C1 noun /ˈhɔː.kər/

Hawker

Straßenverkäufer
Meaning
a person who travels about selling goods, typically from door to door or on the street
Example
The hawker sold fresh fruits from his cart.
Der Straßenverkäufer verkaufte frisches Obst aus seinem Wagen.
C2 noun /ˈhækəlz/

hackles

die Haare am Nacken eines Tieres, die sich aufstellen, wenn es wütend oder alarmiert ist; bildlich, Gefühle von Wut oder Groll
Meaning
the hairs on the back of an animal’s neck that rise when it is angry or alarmed; figuratively, feelings of anger or resentment
Example
His rude comment raised my hackles.
Sein unhöflicher Kommentar erhob meine Hacken.
A2 verb /hɪt/

hit

schlagen
Meaning
to strike; to reach a target
Example
He hit the ball with the bat.
Er hat den Ball mit dem Schläger geschlagen.
C1 verb /ˈhɪpnətaɪz/

hypnotize

hypnotisieren
Meaning
to put someone into a state of hypnosis; to influence someone's mind deeply
Example
The magician tried to hypnotize the audience.
Der Zauberer versuchte, das Publikum zu hypnotisieren.
A1 noun /ˈhʌzbənd/

husband

Ehemann
Meaning
A married man regarded in relation to his spouse.
Example
Her husband is very supportive of her career.
Ihr Ehemann ist sehr unterstützend in ihrer Karriere.
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.
B2 noun /ˈhæb.ɪ.tæt/

habitat

lebensraum
Meaning
The natural environment where an organism lives and meets its needs.
Example
The polar bear's natural habitat is the Arctic region.
Der natürliche Lebensraum des Eisbären ist die Arktis.
B2 noun hɛdʒ

hedge

Absicherungsstrategie
Meaning
A way of protecting oneself against financial loss or other adverse circumstances.
Example
Investors use hedging strategies to protect against market volatility.
Investoren nutzen Absicherungsstrategien, um sich vor Marktschwankungen zu schützen.
C1 noun /ˈhaɪdəweɪ/

hideaway

Zufluchtsort
Meaning
A place used as a retreat or a place to hide.
Example
The cabin in the woods was their secret hideaway.
Die Hütte im Wald war ihr geheimer Zufluchtsort.
C2 noun /ˌhæŋ.ki ˈpæŋ.ki/

Hanky-Panky

Betrug; verdächtige Aktivität; unethisches Verhalten; Täuschung
Meaning
dishonest or suspicious activity; unethical behavior; trickery or deception
Example
The audit revealed some hanky-panky in the company's financial records.
Die Prüfung hat Betrug in den finanziellen Aufzeichnungen des Unternehmens aufgedeckt.
C2 noun /ˌhjuː.mɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

humification

Humifikation
Meaning
The process of organic matter decomposition to form humus in soil.
Example
Humification enhances soil structure and fertility.
Humifikation verbessert die Bodenstruktur und Fruchtbarkeit.
B2 adjective /hɑːˈspɪtəbəl/

Hospitable

freundlich und einladend gegenüber Fremden oder Gästen; großzügig im Empfang von Gästen
Meaning
friendly and welcoming to strangers or guests; generous in receiving guests
Example
The local people were very hospitable to the tourists.
Die Einheimischen waren sehr gastfreundlich gegenüber den Touristen.
B2 noun /ˌhɑː.spɪˈtæl.ə.ti/

Hospitality

gastfreundschaft
Meaning
the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests or strangers
Example
The hotel staff's exceptional hospitality made our vacation truly memorable and enjoyable.
Die außergewöhnliche Gastfreundschaft des Hotelpersonals machte unseren Urlaub wirklich unvergesslich und angenehm.
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.
B2 noun ˈhæb.ɪ.tæts

habitats

lebensraum
Meaning
The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.
Example
Scientists envision habitats on the Moon.
Wissenschaftler stellen sich Habitate auf dem Mond vor.
C2 verb /ˈhɑːrkən/

hearken

aufmerksam hören
Meaning
To listen attentively; to give heed.
Example
He would hearken to his mentor’s advice before making decisions.
Er würde aufmerksam auf die Ratschläge seines Mentors hören, bevor er Entscheidungen trifft.
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.
C2 noun /ˈhɛklər/

heckler

Störenfried
Meaning
A person who interrupts a speaker with rude or aggressive comments.
Example
The politician remained calm despite the heckler shouting from the crowd.
Der Politiker blieb ruhig, trotz des Störenfrieds, der aus der Menge rief.
B2 noun /haɪˈdreɪʃən/

hydration

Der Prozess, dem Körpergewebe eine ausreichende Menge Flüssigkeit zuzuführen.
Meaning
The process of providing an adequate amount of liquid to bodily tissues.
Example
Proper hydration is essential for maintaining body functions.
Eine ausreichende Hydratation ist entscheidend für die Aufrechterhaltung der Körperfunktionen.
C2 adjective /ˌhaɪpəˈdɜːrmɪk/

hypodermic

hypodermisch
Meaning
relating to the region immediately beneath the skin; also refers to a type of needle or syringe used to inject drugs beneath the skin.
Example
The doctor used a hypodermic needle to administer the vaccine.
Der Arzt benutzte eine hypodermische Nadel, um den Impfstoff zu verabreichen.
A1 noun /hoʊˈtɛl/

hotel

Hotel
Meaning
A building where people pay to stay and sleep, usually for short periods.
Example
We stayed at a hotel near the beach.
Wir haben in einem Hotel in der Nähe des Strandes übernachtet.
B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrmləs/

Harmless

harmlos; unschuldig; sicher
Meaning
not able or likely to cause harm; innocent; safe
Example
The snake looks dangerous but it's actually harmless.
Die Schlange sieht gefährlich aus, aber sie ist tatsächlich harmlos.
C2 adjective /ˈhɔːri/

hoary

grau, alt
Meaning
gray or white with age; very old and respected
Example
The hoary oak tree stood as a witness to centuries of history.
Der alte Eichenbaum stand als Zeuge von Jahrhunderten der Geschichte.
C1 noun ˌhaɪ.pɚˈten.ʃən

hypertension

Bluthochdruck
Meaning
Abnormally high blood pressure.
Example
High sodium intake leads to hypertension.
Hoher Natriumkonsum führt zu Bluthochdruck.
C1 noun /hoʊks/

Hoax

Scherz; Täuschung; Betrug
Meaning
a humorous or malicious deception; something intended to trick or deceive people
Example
The news about aliens landing turned out to be an elaborate hoax created by pranksters.
Die Nachrichten über Außerirdische, die landen, entpuppten sich als ein ausgeklügelter Scherz, der von Scherzbolden gemacht wurde.
C1 noun /ˈhʌbʌb/

hubbub

lärm
Meaning
a loud noise caused by a crowd of people talking or shouting
Example
There was a hubbub in the market as the sale began.
Es gab einen Lärm auf dem Markt, als der Verkauf begann.
A1 interjection /hɑː/

ha

Ha! (Ausdruck von Überraschung oder Freude)
Meaning
used to express amusement, surprise, or triumph
Example
Ha! I knew you couldn’t resist joining us.
Ha! Ich wusste, dass du nicht widerstehen kannst, dich uns anzuschließen.
B2 adjective /ˈhɑlːoʊ/

Hollow

hohl; leer;
Meaning
having an empty space inside; lacking substance or meaning; insincere
Example
The hollow tree trunk provided shelter for small animals.
Der hohle Baumstamm bot kleinen Tieren Unterschlupf.
C1 adverb /ˌhɛdˈfɜrst/

headfirst

kopfüber
Meaning
With the head leading; in a reckless or hasty manner.
Example
He dived headfirst into the pool.
Er sprang kopfüber in den Pool.
C2 noun /ˌhoʊmə.dʒəˈniːəti/

homogeneity

Homogenität
Meaning
The quality or state of being all the same or all of the same kind.
Example
The cultural homogeneity of the village made it feel unified.
Die kulturelle Homogenität des Dorfes ließ es einheitlich wirken.
B2 adjective /hɪˈroʊɪk/

heroic

heldenhaft
Meaning
showing great bravery or courage; relating to a hero or heroes
Example
The firefighter made a heroic effort to save the child.
Der Feuerwehrmann unternahm einen heldenhaften Versuch, das Kind zu retten.
B2 noun ˈhoʊmˌskuː.lɪŋ

homeschooling

Hausunterricht
Meaning
The practice of educating children at home rather than sending them to a school.
Example
Homeschooling allows parents to tailor education to their child's needs.
Homeschooling ermöglicht es Eltern, die Bildung an die Bedürfnisse ihres Kindes anzupassen.
C2 noun /ˌhaɪpəˈkɒndrɪæk/

hypochondriac

Hypochonder
Meaning
a person who is excessively worried about having a serious illness
Example
She is a hypochondriac who visits the doctor every week.
Sie ist ein Hypochonder, der jede Woche zum Arzt geht.
C2 adjective /ˈhaɪdrəs/

hydrous

wasserhaltig
Meaning
Containing water, especially water of crystallization.
Example
The mineral is hydrous because it contains water molecules in its structure.
Das Mineral ist hydriert, da es Wassermoleküle in seiner Struktur enthält.
C1 adjective /ˈhɪd.i.əs/

Hideous

abscheulich; hässlich; grässlich
Meaning
extremely ugly or unpleasant; causing shock or disgust
Example
The monster in the movie had a hideous appearance.
Das Monster im Film hatte ein abscheuliches Aussehen.
A1 noun /ˈhoʊmwɜːrk/

homework

hausaufgabe
Meaning
schoolwork that a student does at home
Example
I need to finish my math homework before dinner.
Ich muss meine Mathe-Hausaufgabe vor dem Abendessen beenden.
C1 adverb /ˈhɑr.tɪ.li/

Heartily

herzlich; mit ganzem Herzen
Meaning
in a sincere and enthusiastic manner; wholeheartedly
Example
She heartily welcomed her guests to the party.
Sie begrüßte ihre Gäste herzlich auf der Party.
C1 adjective /hɔːrs/

Hoarse

raue oder heisere Stimme; die Stimme wird heiser durch Schreien oder Krankheit
Meaning
rough or harsh in sound; having a rough voice from shouting or illness
Example
His voice became hoarse after shouting at the concert.
Seine Stimme wurde heiser, nachdem er beim Konzert geschrien hatte.
C1 noun ˈhʌz.bən.dri

husbandry

Landwirtschaft und Viehzucht
Meaning
The care, cultivation, and breeding of crops and animals; farming and agriculture.
Example
Proper husbandry techniques improve livestock health.
Richtige landwirtschaftliche Techniken verbessern die Gesundheit des Viehbestandes.
B2 noun /haɪv/

Hive

Bienenstock; ein Ort voller Aktivität
Meaning
a structure in which bees live and produce honey; a place full of busy activity
Example
The garden was buzzing with activity as bees flew back and forth from their hive.
Der Garten summte vor Aktivität, während die Bienen hin und her flogen von ihrem Bienenstock.
B2 noun /həˈraɪ.zən/

horizon

Horizont
Meaning
the line where the earth seems to meet the sky; the limit of one's knowledge, experience, or interest
Example
The sun disappeared below the horizon.
Die Sonne verschwand unter dem Horizont.
C2 noun /ˈhɪlək/

hillock

Hügelchen
Meaning
A small hill or mound.
Example
The children climbed up the grassy hillock to watch the sunset.
Die Kinder kletterten auf das grasbewachsene Hügelchen, um den Sonnenuntergang zu sehen.
B2 noun /hʌm/

Hum

brummen
Meaning
a low continuous sound; to make a low continuous droning sound
Example
The constant hum of the air conditioner helped her fall asleep peacefully.
Das ständige Brummen der Klimaanlage half ihr, friedlich einzuschlafen.
C1 verb /ˈhaɪdʒæk/

hijack

entführung eines fahrzeugs
Meaning
to take control of a vehicle or situation illegally or by force
Example
The criminals attempted to hijack the airplane.
Die Kriminellen versuchten, das Flugzeug zu entführen.
C2 noun /ˈhɒɡz.hɛd/

hogshead

großes Fass
Meaning
A large cask or barrel, traditionally used for storing liquids like wine or beer.
Example
The cellar was filled with hogsheads of ale.
Der Keller war voller großer Fässer Bier.
B2 noun /ˌhez.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

Hesitation

Zögern; Zweifel
Meaning
the action of pausing or delaying; uncertainty or unwillingness to act
Example
After a moment of hesitation, she decided to accept the challenging job offer from the company.
Nach einem Moment des Zögerns entschied sie sich, das herausfordernde Jobangebot der Firma anzunehmen.
C1 noun /ˈhaɪndsaɪt/

hindsight

Rückblick
Meaning
Understanding of a situation only after it has happened.
Example
With the benefit of hindsight, we realized the decision was a mistake.
Mit dem Vorteil des Rückblicks erkannten wir, dass die Entscheidung ein Fehler war.
C1 adjective /hjuːˈmeɪn/

humane

menschlich
Meaning
Showing compassion or benevolence.
Example
The doctor provided humane treatment to the injured animals.
Der Arzt leistete den verletzten Tieren humane Behandlung.
A1 noun /help/

Help

Hilfe; Unterstützung
Meaning
the action of helping someone to do something; assistance or support
Example
The volunteer offered his help to carry the elderly woman's groceries to her car.
Der Freiwillige bot seine Hilfe an, um die Einkäufe der älteren Frau zu ihrem Auto zu bringen.
C2 noun /ˌhɛtərəʤəˈniːɪti/

heterogeneity

Heterogenität
Meaning
the quality or state of being diverse in character or content
Example
The cultural heterogeneity of the city makes it vibrant and unique.
Die kulturelle Heterogenität der Stadt macht sie lebendig und einzigartig.
C1 noun /ˈhed.weɪ/

Headway

Fortschritt; Vorankommen; Entwicklung
Meaning
forward movement or progress, especially when this is slow or difficult
Example
Despite the challenges, the research team made significant headway in developing the new vaccine.
Trotz der Herausforderungen hat das Forschungsteam bedeutende Fortschritte bei der Entwicklung des neuen Impfstoffs gemacht.
C1 noun /huːf/

Hoof

Huf
Meaning
the hard part covering the foot of horses, cattle, sheep, and other animals
Example
The horse's hoof was injured after stepping on a sharp rock.
Der Huf des Pferdes wurde verletzt, nachdem er auf einen scharfen Stein getreten war.
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, verb /ˈhɑːrbər/

harbor

Hafen / beherbergen
Meaning
noun: a place on the coast where ships may find shelter; verb: to keep (a thought or feeling, often negative) in one's mind
Example
He continued to harbor resentment towards his former boss.
Er hegte weiterhin Ressentiments gegenüber seinem früheren Chef.
C2 noun /hʊˈzɑːr/

hussar

hussar
Meaning
a member of a light cavalry regiment in European armies, especially the Hungarian cavalry
Example
The hussar rode swiftly across the battlefield.
Der Hussar ritt schnell über das Schlachtfeld.
C2 noun /ˈhaɪdrə/

hydra

Hidra
Meaning
a many-headed serpent in Greek mythology; a problem that seems to grow worse when attempts are made to solve it
Example
Corruption is like a hydra, hard to defeat completely.
Korruption ist wie eine Hidra, schwer vollständig zu besiegen.
C1 verb /həˈluːsɪneɪt/

hallucinate

halluzinieren
Meaning
to see, hear, or sense things that are not actually present, often due to illness or drugs
Example
After taking the medicine, he began to hallucinate strange shapes.
Nach der Einnahme des Medikaments begann er, seltsame Formen zu halluzinieren.
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 /ˈhed.i/

Heady

berauschend
Meaning
having a strong or exhilarating effect; intoxicating; exciting
Example
The heady perfume of jasmine filled the garden.
Der berauschende Duft von Jasmin erfüllte den Garten.
A2 verb /ˈhɜːri/

hurry

sich beeilen
Meaning
to move or act with great speed; to rush
Example
We need to hurry or we'll be late.
Wir müssen uns beeilen, sonst kommen wir zu spät.
A1 interjection /həˈloʊ/

hello

hallo
Meaning
a greeting or expression used when meeting someone or starting a conversation
Example
She answered the phone with a cheerful hello.
Sie nahm das Telefon ab und sagte fröhlich hallo.
A1 noun /hænd/

Hand

Hand
Meaning
the end part of a person's arm beyond the wrist, including the palm, fingers, and thumb
Example
He raised his hand to ask a question.
Er hob seine Hand, um eine Frage zu stellen.
C1 noun /heɪz/

Haze

Nebel
Meaning
a slight obscuration of the lower atmosphere, typically caused by fine suspended particles; confusion
Example
The morning haze lifted gradually as the sun rose higher in the sky.
Der morgendliche Nebel löste sich allmählich auf, als die Sonne höher am Himmel stieg.
C1 noun /ˈhɒl.ə.kɔːst/

holocaust

holocaust
Meaning
A large-scale destruction, especially by fire; historically, the genocide of Jews during World War II.
Example
Millions of people perished during the Holocaust.
Millionen Menschen starben während des Holocausts.
C1 noun /ˈheɪl.stɔːrm/

Hailstorm

Hagelsturm
Meaning
a violent storm with hail falling from the sky
Example
The hailstorm damaged many cars in the parking lot.
Der Hagelsturm beschädigte viele Autos im Parkhaus.
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.
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.
B2 verb /həˈræs/

harass

belästigen
Meaning
to persistently annoy or torment someone
Example
The employees complained that their boss harassed them.
die angestellten beschwerten sich, dass ihr chef sie belästigte
C2 verb /ˈhɑːbəl/

hobble

humpeln
Meaning
to walk awkwardly with difficulty, usually due to injury
Example
He hobbled across the room after twisting his ankle.
Er humpelte nach dem Umknicken seines Knöchels durch das Zimmer.
B2 adjective /ˈɒnərəbəl/

honourable

ehrenhaft
Meaning
deserving respect or admiration because of moral integrity; showing honesty and fairness
Example
She is known as an honourable leader who always keeps her promises.
Sie ist als eine ehrenhafte Führungspersönlichkeit bekannt, die immer ihre Versprechen hält.
A2 verb /haɪd/

hide

verstecken
Meaning
to put or keep out of sight; to conceal from view
Example
Children like to hide during games.
Kinder verstecken sich gerne beim Spielen.
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.
C1 adjective /ˈhɔːltɪŋ/

halting

zögerlich
Meaning
slow and hesitant, especially due to lack of confidence
Example
She gave a halting reply during the interview.
Sie gab eine zögerliche Antwort während des Interviews.
B2 noun /ˈhænd.fʊl/

Handful

eine Handvoll; eine kleine Menge oder Zahl; etwas, das schwer zu kontrollieren ist
Meaning
a quantity that fills the hand; a small number or amount; something difficult to control
Example
She grabbed a handful of nuts from the bowl before heading out for her walk.
Sie griff sich eine Handvoll Nüsse aus der Schale, bevor sie zum Spaziergang ging.
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.
A1 interjection /haɪ/

hi

hallo
Meaning
a friendly greeting used when meeting someone
Example
Hi, it's nice to meet you!
Hallo, es ist schön, dich kennenzulernen!
C2 noun /ˌhaɪdrəˈstætɪks/

hydrostatics

Hydrostatik
Meaning
The branch of science concerned with the mechanical properties of fluids at rest.
Example
Hydrostatics is essential in understanding how dams and reservoirs function.
Hydrostatik ist entscheidend für das Verständnis, wie Dämme und Stauseen funktionieren.
A2 noun /hɛn/

Hen

Henne
Meaning
female chicken
Example
The hen laid fresh eggs in the nest.
Die Henne legte frische Eier im Nest.
B2 noun /hɜːb/ (US) /hɜːb/ or /ɜːb/

herb

Kraut
Meaning
a plant used for flavoring food, medicine, or perfume
Example
Basil is a popular herb used in Italian cuisine.
Basilikum ist ein beliebtes Kraut in der italienischen Küche.
C2 noun /hɪˈdʒɛməni/ or /ˈhɛdʒəmoʊni/

hegemony

Hegemonie
Meaning
leadership or dominance, especially by one state or group over others
Example
The empire maintained its hegemony over neighboring states.
Das Imperium bewahrte seine Hegemonie über benachbarte Staaten.
C1 verb /hɜːrl/

hurl

mit großer Kraft werfen
Meaning
To throw something with great force.
Example
The boy hurled a stone into the river.
Der Junge warf einen Stein in den Fluss.
C1 noun /ˈhæŋ.ər/

Hanger

Kleiderbügel
Meaning
a shaped piece of wood, plastic, or metal with a hook at the top, used to hang up clothes
Example
She hung her dress on a wooden hanger to prevent it from getting wrinkled.
Sie hängte ihr Kleid auf einen Holzkleiderbügel, um es vor dem Zerknittern zu bewahren.
A1 noun, numeral /ˈhʌndrəd/

hundred

hundert
Meaning
the number 100
Example
There are a hundred students in the hall.
Es gibt hundert Schüler im Saal.
B2 noun /hʌb/

hub

zentrale
Meaning
the central part of a place or activity where things converge
Example
The city is the hub of the country's trade network.
Die Stadt ist das Zentrum des Handelsnetzwerks des Landes.
C2 adjective /ˈhæm ˌhændɪd/

ham-handed

ungeschickt
Meaning
clumsy or inept in handling things or situations
Example
His ham-handed attempt to fix the computer made it worse.
Sein unbeholfener Versuch, den Computer zu reparieren, machte es nur schlimmer.
C2 adjective /həˈmɑː.lə.ɡəs/

homologous

homolog (Struktur)
Meaning
Having the same relation, relative position, or structure, especially due to evolutionary origin.
Example
The wings of bats and the arms of humans are homologous structures.
Die Flügel von Fledermäusen und die Arme von Menschen sind homologe Strukturen.
A2 verb /hʌɡ/

hug

umarmen
Meaning
to hold someone tightly in your arms to show affection or comfort
Example
She hugged her friend before leaving for the airport.
Sie umarmte ihre Freundin, bevor sie zum Flughafen ging.
A2 adverb /ˈɒnɪstli/

honestly

ehrlich
Meaning
in a truthful, sincere, or fair way
Example
She spoke honestly about her mistakes.
Sie sprach ehrlich über ihre Fehler.
C2 noun /ˌhaɪdroʊməˈkænɪks/

hydromechanics

Hydromechanik
Meaning
The study of the mechanical properties and behavior of fluids in motion and at rest.
Example
Hydromechanics provides the foundation for naval architecture.
Die Hydromechanik bildet die Grundlage für den Schiffbau.
B2 adjective /hɪˈlɛəriəs/

hilarious

extrem lustig
Meaning
Extremely funny or amusing.
Example
The comedian told a hilarious story that had everyone laughing.
Der Komiker erzählte eine extrem lustige Geschichte, die alle zum Lachen brachte.
C1 noun /ˈhiːdənɪst/

hedonist

Hedonist
Meaning
A person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important thing in life.
Example
She was called a hedonist because she always prioritized enjoyment over duty.
Sie wurde als Hedonist bezeichnet, weil sie immer das Vergnügen über die Pflicht stellte.
C1 adjective /ˈhæk.nid/

hackneyed

abgedroschen
Meaning
Used too often and therefore lacking originality or freshness.
Example
The speech was filled with hackneyed phrases that failed to inspire the audience.
Die Rede war voll von abgedroschenen Phrasen, die das Publikum nicht inspirierten.
A1 noun /hoʊm/

home

haus
Meaning
the place where one lives, especially with family; a residence
Example
She finally returned home after a long journey.
Sie kehrte nach einer langen Reise endlich nach Hause zurück.
A2 pronoun /hɪmˈself/

himself

selbst
Meaning
Used to emphasize that a male person does something by his own effort.
Example
He fixed the car himself.
Er hat das Auto selbst repariert.
C1 noun /ˈhɛzɪtəns/

hesitance

Zögern
Meaning
The quality or state of being reluctant or uncertain.
Example
Her hesitance to speak up delayed the decision.
Ihr Zögern, sich zu äußern, verzögerte die Entscheidung.
C2 noun /ˈhɜːrmɪtɪdʒ/

hermitage

Eremitage
Meaning
A secluded residence or retreat, often for a hermit or religious recluse.
Example
The monk spent years in a hermitage deep in the forest.
Der Mönch verbrachte Jahre in einem Eremitage tief im Wald.
A2 noun ˈhɪs.tər.i

History

Geschichte
Meaning
The study of past events; a chronological record of events and heritage.
Example
The history of ancient civilizations fascinates scholars.
Die Geschichte antiker Zivilisationen fasziniert Gelehrte.
C2 noun /ˈhaɪərəˌɡlɪf/

hieroglyph

Hieroglyphen
Meaning
A picture or symbol used in ancient writing systems, especially Egyptian writing.
Example
The walls of the temple were covered in hieroglyphs.
Die Wände des Tempels waren mit Hieroglyphen bedeckt.
C2 noun /ˌhoʊ.mi.oʊˈsteɪ.sɪs/

homeostasis

inneres Gleichgewicht des Körpers, physiologische Stabilität durch physiologische Prozesse aufrechterhalten
Meaning
The tendency toward a relatively stable equilibrium between interdependent elements, especially as maintained by physiological processes.
Example
The human body maintains homeostasis through temperature regulation.
Der menschliche Körper erhält die Homöostase durch Temperaturregulation.
A2 adjective /hjuːdʒ/

huge

riesig
Meaning
extremely large in size or amount
Example
The stadium was filled with a huge crowd.
Das Stadion war mit einer riesigen Menge gefüllt.
C1 adjective /ˌhaɪdroʊɪˈlɛktrɪk/

hydroelectric

Wasserkraft
Meaning
Relating to or denoting the generation of electricity using flowing water.
Example
The country invested heavily in hydroelectric power plants.
Das Land hat stark in Wasserkraftwerke investiert.
C2 adjective /hɜːrˈbeɪʃəs/

herbaceous

krautartig
Meaning
Relating to or resembling herbs; plants with soft, non-woody stems.
Example
The garden was filled with herbaceous plants that thrived in the summer.
Der Garten war mit krautartigen Pflanzen gefüllt, die im Sommer gedeihen.
A2 adjective /ˈhɔːrəbəl/

Horrible

schrecklich; entsetzlich; grauenhaft;
Meaning
causing or likely to cause horror; shocking; terrible; extremely unpleasant
Example
The accident was a horrible sight to witness.
Der Unfall war ein schrecklicher Anblick zu erleben.
C1 adjective /ˈhær.oʊ.ɪŋ/

harrowing

erschreckend und quälend
Meaning
extremely distressing or upsetting
Example
It was a harrowing experience to witness the accident.
Es war eine erschreckende Erfahrung, den Unfall zu sehen.
C2 noun /ˈhɔːtɪnəs/

haughtiness

Hochmut
Meaning
The appearance or quality of being arrogantly superior and disdainful.
Example
His haughtiness made him unpopular among his peers.
Sein Hochmut machte ihn unter seinen Kollegen unbeliebt.
C1 noun /ˈherən/

Heron

reiher
Meaning
large wading bird with long legs and neck that feeds on fish
Example
The heron stood motionless by the water's edge, waiting for fish.
Der Reiher stand reglos am Wasser, wartend auf Fische.
A2 adverb /ˈhæpɪli/

happily

glücklich
Meaning
in a happy manner; with pleasure or satisfaction
Example
The children played happily in the garden.
Die Kinder spielten glücklich im Garten.
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.
C2 noun /ˈhɑːtʃ.pɑːtʃ/

Hotchpotch

wirres Durcheinander; ein Haufen gemischter Dinge
Meaning
a confused mixture; a jumbled assortment of things
Example
The room was a hotchpotch of old furniture, books, and random decorations.
Das Zimmer war ein wirres Durcheinander aus alten Möbeln, Büchern und zufälligen Dekorationen.
A2 adjective /ˈhevi/

Heavy

schwer
Meaning
having great weight; intense or severe
Example
The heavy suitcase was difficult to carry up the stairs.
Der schwere Koffer war schwierig, die Treppe hinauf zu tragen.