C2 adjective /ˌaɪdəˈlɑːtrɪəs/

idolatrious

götzenverehrend

Meaning

Excessively devoted or reverent towards idols or false gods.

Example

The ancient tribe was known for its idolatrious practices.

Der alte Stamm war für seine götzendienstlichen Praktiken bekannt.

C1 noun /maɪm/

Mime

Pantomime; Pantomimenkünstler

Meaning

A performer who acts without words, using only gestures and body movements

Example

The street mime entertained the crowd with his invisible box routine.

Der Straßenpantomime unterhielt die Menge mit seiner unsichtbaren Box-Routine.

B2 verb /kənˈsiːl/

conceal

verbergen

Meaning

to hide something or keep it secret

Example

He tried to conceal his disappointment behind a smile.

Er versuchte, seine Enttäuschung hinter einem Lächeln zu verbergen.

A2 noun /ˈmeməri/

Memory

Gedächtnis

Meaning

The faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information

Example

She has an excellent memory for faces and names.

Sie hat ein ausgezeichnetes Gedächtnis für Gesichter und Namen.

A1 noun /hæt/

Hat

Hut

Meaning

a covering for the head, typically with a brim and worn outdoors

Example

He always wears a hat when working in the garden.

Er trägt immer einen Hut, wenn er im Garten arbeitet.

C2 verb /kɔːk/

calk

Risse eines Bootes abdichten

Meaning

To make a boat or ship watertight by filling seams or cracks.

Example

The workers calked the seams of the old boat to prevent leaks.

Die Arbeiter kalefatierten die Nähte des alten Bootes, um Lecks zu verhindern.

B2 noun ˈfrʌn.tɪərz

frontiers

Grenzen

Meaning

The extreme limit of settled land beyond which lies wilderness; the limits of knowledge or achievement in a particular field.

Example

The project pushes the frontiers of space exploration.

Das Projekt erweitert die Grenzen der Weltraumforschung.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪ.vər.ə.bəl/

Unfavourable

ungünstig; nachteilig

Meaning

not helpful or advantageous; adverse

Example

The weather conditions were unfavourable for our outdoor event.

Die Wetterbedingungen waren ungünstig für unser Outdoor-Event.

A1 noun /kaʊ/

Cow

Kuh

Meaning

a large farm animal kept for milk or meat

Example

The cow produces fresh milk every morning.

Die Kuh produziert jeden Morgen frische Milch.

A1 adjective /koʊld/

Cold

kalt; eisig; unfreundlich;

Meaning

having a low temperature; lacking warmth; unfriendly

Example

The cold winter wind made everyone shiver.

Der kalte Winterwind ließ alle zittern.

A2 noun /pæn/

Pan

pfanne

Meaning

a wide, flat-bottomed cooking utensil used for frying, searing, and browning foods

Example

Heat the oil in a large pan before adding the vegetables.

Erhitzen Sie das Öl in einer großen Pfanne, bevor Sie das Gemüse hinzufügen.

C1 noun /ˈwɒndərlʌst/

wanderlust

Reiselust

Meaning

A strong desire to travel and explore the world.

Example

Her wanderlust took her to every corner of the globe.

Ihre Reiselust führte sie in jede Ecke der Welt.

C2 noun /ˌpærəˈnɔɪæk/

paranoiac

paranoide person

Meaning

A person who suffers from paranoia or exhibits extreme, irrational distrust and suspicion.

Example

The paranoiac refused to leave his house, fearing everyone was against him.

Die paranoide Person weigerte sich, das Haus zu verlassen, weil sie fürchtete, dass alle gegen sie waren.

B2 verb /ˈtrɛmbəl/

tremble

zittern

Meaning

To shake slightly, often because of fear, cold, or nervousness.

Example

She began to tremble with fear before speaking.

Sie begann vor Angst zu zittern, bevor sie sprach.

A2 noun /ˈdaɪəri/

diary

tagebuch

Meaning

a book in which one keeps a daily record of events and experiences

Example

She wrote about her day in her diary before going to bed.

Sie schrieb über ihren Tag in ihrem Tagebuch, bevor sie ins Bett ging.

C1 noun /rɪˈdʒɔɪsɪŋ/

rejoicing

Freude

Meaning

The action of showing great joy or happiness

Example

There was much rejoicing after the victory.

Es gab viel Freude nach dem Sieg.

C1 noun /ˈduːmz.deɪ/

Doomsday

der Jüngste Tag; der Tag des Weltuntergangs

Meaning

the last day of the world's existence; a time of catastrophic destruction

Example

The preacher spoke about doomsday and the importance of preparing spiritually.

Der Prediger sprach über den Jüngsten Tag und die Bedeutung der spirituellen Vorbereitung.

B2 noun; verb /breɪs/

brace

Stütze; sich wappnen

Meaning

a device that supports or strengthens something; to prepare mentally or physically for something difficult

Example

She braced herself for the strong wind.

Sie wappnete sich gegen den starken Wind.

C1 adjective /ˈteɪn.tɪd/

Tainted

kontaminiert; befleckt

Meaning

contaminated or affected by something bad or undesirable

Example

The water supply was tainted with harmful chemicals.

Die Wasserversorgung wurde mit schädlichen Chemikalien kontaminiert.

C1 adjective /ˈkoʊpiəs/

copious

reichlich

Meaning

abundant in supply or quantity

Example

She took copious notes during the lecture.

Sie machte reichlich Notizen während der Vorlesung.

C1 noun /həˌluː.sɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Hallucination

Halluzination; Wahrnehmung von etwas, das nicht vorhanden ist

Meaning

an experience involving the apparent perception of something not present; a false or distorted perception

Example

The patient experienced visual hallucinations as a side effect of the medication.

Der Patient erlebte visuelle Halluzinationen als Nebenwirkung des Medikaments.

C1 noun /kwɪnˈtɛsəns/

quintessence

die Quintessenz

Meaning

The purest or most perfect example of something.

Example

She is the quintessence of elegance.

Sie ist die Quintessenz von Eleganz.

C1 adjective /ˈeɪ.mi.ə.bəl/

Amiable

freundlich und angenehm; von gutem Charakter; nett

Meaning

friendly and pleasant; good-natured; kind

Example

My neighbor is very amiable and always greets everyone warmly.

Mein Nachbar ist sehr freundlich und begrüßt immer alle herzlich.

C2 adjective /ˌɛsəˈtɛrɪk/

esoteric

esoterisch

Meaning

intended for or understood by only a small number of people with special knowledge

Example

The professor gave an esoteric lecture on ancient philosophy.

Der Professor hielt einen esoterischen Vortrag über alte Philosophie.

A2 noun/adjective /ˈdʒɜːrmən/

german

deutsch

Meaning

relating to Germany, its people, or its language

Example

She is learning German to study abroad.

Sie lernt Deutsch, um im Ausland zu studieren.

C1 noun /ˈɪn.tə.mə.si/

Intimacy

Intimität; Nähe

Meaning

close familiarity or friendship; closeness; a private cozy atmosphere

Example

The couple valued the emotional intimacy they shared more than material possessions.

Das Paar schätzte die emotionale Intimität, die sie teilten, mehr als materiellen Besitz.

A2 adverb /jet/

Yet

noch; bis jetzt;

Meaning

up to now or a specified time; still; however; nevertheless

Example

He hasn't finished his homework yet.

Er hat seine Hausaufgaben noch nicht erledigt.

C2 verb /bɪˈdaɪzən/

bedizen

aufputzen

Meaning

to dress up or decorate in a showy or tasteless way

Example

She was bedizened with cheap jewelry.

Sie war mit billigen Schmuck aufputzen.

B2 adjective ˈskɒl.ə.li

scholarly

gelehrt

Meaning

Having or showing great knowledge or learning; academic in approach or method.

Example

He wrote a scholarly article on ancient philosophy.

Er schrieb einen gelehrten Artikel über die antike Philosophie.

B2 adjective /ˈaʊtˌɡoʊɪŋ/

outgoing

gesellig

Meaning

Friendly and sociable; inclined to mix with others.

Example

He is an outgoing person who loves meeting new people.

Er ist eine gesellige Person, die es liebt, neue Leute zu treffen.

B1 verb /ˈrɛdʒɪstər/

register

registrieren

Meaning

To enter or record officially on a list or in a book.

Example

You must register for the conference before the deadline.

Du musst dich für die Konferenz vor der Frist registrieren.

B2 noun /twɪɡ/

twig

Zweig

Meaning

a small thin branch of a tree or bush

Example

She broke a twig off the tree to use as a stick.

Sie brach einen Zweig vom Baum ab, um ihn als Stock zu benutzen.

C1 verb /rɪˈpʌls/

repulse

abwehren / Abneigung hervorrufen

Meaning

to drive back an attack or attacker by force; to cause intense dislike or disgust

Example

The army managed to repulse the enemy attack.

Die Armee konnte den feindlichen Angriff abwehren.

A2 noun /æd/

Meaning

a pistol with revolving chambers enabling several shots to be fired without reloading

Example

The detective drew his revolver from its holster.

Der Detektiv zog seinen Revolver aus dem Holster.

B2 noun /ˈfjʊr.i/

Fury

wilde oder gewalttätige Wut;

Meaning

wild or violent anger; extreme intensity of emotion or activity

Example

His fury was evident when he discovered someone had stolen his bicycle.

Seine Wut war offensichtlich, als er entdeckte, dass jemand sein Fahrrad gestohlen hatte.

C1 noun /ˌmʌltɪˈplɪsɪti/

multiplicity

Vielfalt

Meaning

A large number or variety of something.

Example

The project faced a multiplicity of challenges.

Das Projekt stieß auf eine Vielzahl von Herausforderungen.

C2 noun /ˈkwɪkˌsɪlvər/

quicksilver

quecksilber

Meaning

Mercury; a liquid metal, or something that is quick and unpredictable.

Example

His mood was as changeable as quicksilver.

Seine Stimmung war so wechselhaft wie Quecksilber.

A2 noun /ˈtiːtʃɪŋ/

teaching

Lehren

Meaning

the profession or practice of teaching

Example

Teaching is a noble profession.

Lehren ist ein edler Beruf.

C2 noun /ˌæbsəˈluːʃən/

absolution

Absolution

Meaning

formal release from guilt, obligation, or punishment

Example

The priest granted him absolution for his sins.

Der Priester gewährte ihm die Absolution für seine Sünden.

C1 noun /rɪˈpɛərə/

repairer

Reparateur

Meaning

a person whose job is to fix damaged or broken things

Example

The repairer fixed the broken washing machine quickly.

Der Reparateur reparierte die kaputte Waschmaschine schnell.

B2 verb dɪˈtɪrɪəˌreɪts

deteriorates

verschlechtert

Meaning

To become progressively worse; to decline in quality, condition, or strength.

Example

The quality of air deteriorates due to pollution.

Die Luftqualität verschlechtert sich aufgrund der Verschmutzung.

B2 verb /ɪnˈlaɪtən/

enlighten

Glück

Meaning

to give someone greater knowledge or understanding about a subject or situation

Example

The teacher tried to enlighten the students about ancient history.

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

A2 noun /ɪˈkwɪpmənt/

equipment

Ausrüstung

Meaning

the necessary tools, machines, or other items needed for a particular purpose

Example

The laboratory bought new equipment for research.

Das Labor hat neue Ausrüstungen für die Forschung gekauft.

C2 verb /ˈbɪloʊ/

billow

sich wie Wellen aufblähen

Meaning

To swell or rise in large waves or surges; to flow outward in a rolling motion.

Example

Smoke billowed from the burning building.

Der Rauch stieg wie Wellen aus dem brennenden Gebäude auf.

C2 noun /ˌɛntəˈmɒlədʒi/

entomology

entomologie

Meaning

The scientific study of insects.

Example

She studied entomology to understand the behavior of bees.

Sie studierte Entomologie, um das Verhalten von Bienen zu verstehen.

A2 noun /ˈbʌt.ər.flaɪ/

Butter-fly

Schmetterling

Meaning

a flying insect with large colorful wings

Example

The beautiful butterfly landed on the flower.

Der schöne Schmetterling landete auf der Blume.

B2 noun /træŋˈkwɪl.ɪ.ti/

tranquillity

Ruhe

Meaning

the state of being calm, peaceful, and free from disturbance

Example

She enjoyed the tranquillity of the countryside after years in the city.

Sie genoss die Ruhe auf dem Land nach Jahren in der Stadt.

C2 noun /ɪˌdʒækjʊˈleɪʃən/

ejaculation

Ejakulation / plötzlicher Ausruf

Meaning

The action of suddenly saying something or the release of semen during sexual climax.

Example

His sudden ejaculation of joy surprised everyone in the room.

Seine plötzliche Ejakulation von Freude überraschte alle im Raum.

C1 adverb/adjective /vɜːˈbeɪ.tɪm/

verbatim

wortwörtlich oder buchstäblich

Meaning

In exactly the same words as were used originally; word for word repetition.

Example

She repeated his instructions verbatim to avoid errors.

Sie wiederholte seine Anweisungen wortwörtlich, um Fehler zu vermeiden.

B2 verb /fʊlˈfɪl/

fulfil

erfüllen

Meaning

to complete or achieve something that was expected or promised; to satisfy a requirement or desire

Example

She worked hard to fulfil her dream of becoming a doctor.

Sie arbeitete hart, um ihren Traum zu erfüllen, Ärztin zu werden.

A2 noun /ɡreɪp/

grape

traube

Meaning

a small, round fruit that grows in clusters on vines and is used to make wine or eaten as food

Example

She picked a bunch of grapes from the vine.

Sie pflückte einen Bund Trauben von der Rebe.

B1 noun /ɪˈlɛktrɪk ˈkɛtəl/

Electric Kettle

elektrischer Wasserkocher

Meaning

An electrical appliance that heats water quickly using electricity

Example

The electric kettle automatically turns off when the water starts boiling.

Der elektrische Wasserkocher schaltet sich automatisch ab, wenn das Wasser zu kochen beginnt.

B2 adjective /ˌpriːməˈtjʊər/

premature

vorzeitig

Meaning

Happening or done before the usual or proper time.

Example

His decision to quit the job was premature.

Seine Entscheidung, den Job zu kündigen, war vorzeitig.

C2 adjective /ˌhɑːrdˈbɪtn̩/

hard-bitten

erfahren und zäh

Meaning

tough and experienced, not easily affected by emotions or hardship

Example

The hard-bitten detective showed no sign of surprise at the crime scene.

Der erfahrene Detektiv zeigte keine Überraschung am Tatort.

A2 noun /ˈef.ət/

Effort

Aufwand

Meaning

physical or mental activity needed to achieve something

Example

She put a lot of effort into preparing for the final examination.

Sie hat viel Aufwand in die Vorbereitung der Abschlussprüfung gesteckt.

B2 noun /ˈboʊld.nəs/

Boldness

Kühnheit; Wagemut

Meaning

willingness to take risks; confidence and courage in behavior

Example

Her boldness in confronting the problem impressed everyone.

Ihre Kühnheit, das Problem anzugehen, beeindruckte alle.

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.

A1 noun /bred/

Bread

Brot

Meaning

a food made from flour, water, and yeast mixed together and baked

Example

She bought fresh bread from the bakery.

Sie kaufte frisches Brot von der Bäckerei.

C2 noun/verb /ˈkʌdʒ.əl/

cudgel

Knüppel

Meaning

A short, thick stick used as a weapon; to beat with a cudgel.

Example

The guard used a cudgel to chase away the thief.

Der Wächter benutzte einen Knüppel, um den Dieb zu vertreiben.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈbæləns/

Unbalanced

unausgeglichen; instabil

Meaning

not balanced; lacking stability or equilibrium; mentally unstable

Example

The unbalanced table kept wobbling.

Der unausgeglichene Tisch wackelte.

C1 adjective /sɪˈnɒnɪməs/

synonymous

synonym

Meaning

having the same or nearly the same meaning; closely associated with something

Example

For many people, her name is synonymous with generosity.

Für viele Leute ist ihr Name Synonym für Großzügigkeit.

A2 noun /ˈkiːbɔːrd/

keyboard

Tastatur

Meaning

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

Example

She typed the report quickly on her keyboard.

Sie tippte den Bericht schnell auf der Tastatur.

C2 noun /ˈkɒrənɛt/

coronet

kleine Krone

Meaning

a small crown, especially one worn by a prince, princess, or noble

Example

She wore a delicate coronet on her head for the ceremony.

Sie trug eine zarte kleine Krone auf ihrem Kopf für die Zeremonie.

C2 noun /buːb/

boob

Dummkopf; Brust (umgangssprachlich)

Meaning

a foolish or clumsy person; an informal and sometimes rude term for a woman's breast

Example

He felt like a complete boob after forgetting the meeting.

Er fühlte sich wie ein kompletter Dummkopf, nachdem er das Treffen vergessen hatte.

B2 adjective /səkˈsɛsɪv/

Successive

erfolgreich; aufeinanderfolgend

Meaning

following one after the other in order; consecutive

Example

The team won three successive matches.

Das Team gewann drei aufeinanderfolgende Spiele.

A2 verb /ˈeksərsaɪz/

exercise

Sport treiben

Meaning

to do physical activity; to use or practice

Example

I exercise at the gym three times a week.

Ich mache drei Mal die Woche Sport im Fitnessstudio.

C1 noun /ˌtɛrəˈdæktɪl/

pterodactyl

ausgestorbenes fliegendes Reptil

Meaning

An extinct flying reptile of the Jurassic period, with a long slender head and wings formed by a membrane stretching along the body.

Example

The museum displayed a fossil of a giant pterodactyl.

Das Museum zeigte ein Fossil eines riesigen Pterodaktylus.

B2 adjective /ɪˈreɡjələr/

irregular

unregelmäßig

Meaning

not even or consistent in shape, pattern, time, or behavior; not following normal rules

Example

His attendance at work has been irregular this month.

Seine Anwesenheit bei der Arbeit war diesen Monat unregelmäßig.

C2 noun /ˌdɪləˈtænt/

dilettante

Dilettant

Meaning

A person who takes up an art, activity, or subject merely for amusement, especially in a superficial way.

Example

He was dismissed as a dilettante in the art world because he lacked formal training.

Er wurde als Dilettant in der Kunstwelt abgetan, weil ihm formale Ausbildung fehlte.

B2 verb /ˈbjuːtɪfaɪ/

beautify

verschönern

Meaning

to make something more beautiful or attractive

Example

The city plans to beautify the old park with trees and lights.

Die Stadt plant, den alten Park mit Bäumen und Lichtern zu verschönern.

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.

C2 noun /əbˈstrʌkʃənɪst/

obstructionist

Verhinderer

Meaning

a person who deliberately delays or prevents progress by being uncooperative or oppositional

Example

The obstructionist in the committee kept delaying the decision-making process.

Der Verhinderer im Ausschuss verzögerte weiterhin den Entscheidungsfindungsprozess.

C1 noun /eb/

Ebb

Ebbe; abfließende Gezeiten

Meaning

the receding tide; a gradual decline or reduction

Example

The fishermen waited for the ebb before returning to shore.

Die Fischer warteten auf die Ebbe, bevor sie zum Ufer zurückkehrten.

C2 adjective /ˌsɛm.iˈkɒn.ʃəs/

semiconscious

halb bewusst

Meaning

Only partly conscious; not fully aware of surroundings.

Example

He was semiconscious after the accident and could barely respond.

Er war nach dem Unfall semibewusst und konnte kaum reagieren.

C1 noun /ˈʌp.ʃɒt/

Upshot

Ergebnis; Schlussfolgerung

Meaning

the final result or outcome of a series of events; conclusion

Example

The upshot of the meeting was a decision to postpone the project.

Das Ergebnis des Treffens war eine Entscheidung, das Projekt zu verschieben.

C1 noun /ˌzɛnəˈfoʊbiə/

xenophobia

Fremdenfeindlichkeit

Meaning

fear or hatred of foreigners, people from different cultures, or strangers

Example

Xenophobia can lead to discrimination and social division.

Xenophobie kann zu Diskriminierung und sozialer Spaltung führen.

C1 noun /mæɡˈnɪfɪsəns/

magnificence

Pracht

Meaning

splendor, grandeur, or impressive beauty

Example

The magnificence of the palace left everyone speechless.

Die Pracht des Palastes ließ alle sprachlos zurück.

C1 verb; noun /beltʃ/

belch

rülpsen

Meaning

to expel air noisily from the stomach through the mouth; to emit or pour out suddenly and forcefully

Example

After drinking the soda, he belched loudly.

Nach dem Trinken der Limonade rülpste er laut.

B2 noun /ˌrezəˈveɪʃən/

Reservation

Reservierung

Meaning

the action of reserving something; an arrangement whereby something is reserved for a particular person; a qualification to an expression of agreement or approval

Example

I made a reservation at the restaurant for tonight.

Ich habe eine Reservierung im Restaurant für heute Abend gemacht.

B2 adjective /ˈhaɪˌprəʊfaɪl/

high-profile

hochkarätig

Meaning

having a lot of attention or public notice

Example

The CEO attended a high-profile conference in New York.

Der CEO nahm an einer hochkarätigen Konferenz in New York teil.

C1 verb/noun /ˈθrɒt.əl/

throttle

drosseln/geschwindigkeit kontrollieren

Meaning

To choke or strangle; to control the flow of fuel or power in an engine.

Example

The driver throttled the engine to slow down the car.

Der Fahrer drosselte den Motor, um das Auto zu verlangsamen.

C1 adjective /ˌmʌltɪˈfæsɪtɪd/

multifaceted

vielseitig

Meaning

Having many different aspects or features

Example

The multifaceted approach to the problem resulted in innovative solutions.

Der vielseitige Ansatz des Problems führte zu innovativen Lösungen.

B2 noun ˈfreɪm.wɜːks

frameworks

rahmen

Meaning

A basic structure underlying a system, concept, or text; an essential supporting structure.

Example

Frameworks define the basis of systems.

Rahmen definieren die Grundlage von Systemen.

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 adjective /ˈædmərəbəl/

Admirable

bewundernswert

Meaning

প্রশংসনীয়; চমৎকার;

Example

Her dedication to helping others is truly admirable.

Ihr Engagement, anderen zu helfen, ist wirklich bewundernswert.

B1 noun /səˈdʒes.tʃən/

Suggestion

Vorschlag; Empfehlung

Meaning

an idea or plan put forward for consideration; advice or recommendation

Example

Do you have any suggestions for improving our team's productivity?

Haben Sie Vorschläge zur Verbesserung der Produktivität unseres Teams?

A1 pronoun /ˈɛniˌbɒdi/

anybody

jeder

Meaning

any person; anyone

Example

Anybody can join the club.

Jeder kann dem Club beitreten.

A1 adjective /ˈfʌn.i/

Funny

lustig; seltsam; amüsant;

Meaning

humorous; strange; amusing;

Example

He told a funny joke that made everyone laugh.

Er erzählte einen lustigen Witz, der alle zum Lachen brachte.

B2 noun/adjective /ˈvɪntɪdʒ/

vintage

Vintage / klassisch

Meaning

Relating to high quality from the past; classic; also the year of a wine harvest.

Example

She wore a vintage dress from the 1950s.

Sie trug ein Vintage-Kleid aus den 1950er Jahren.

C2 noun /mɔːrˈtɪʃən/

mortician

Bestatter

Meaning

a person whose job is to prepare dead bodies for burial or cremation and to arrange funerals

Example

The mortician prepared the body for the funeral service.

Der Bestatter bereitete den Körper für den Begräbnisdienst vor.

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 /ˌriːˈkɒn.stɪ.tʃuːt/

reconstitute

rekonstituieren

Meaning

to restore something to its original form or state; to reassemble

Example

The group was reconstituted after the leader returned.

Die Gruppe wurde nach der Rückkehr des Führers rekonstituiert.

C2 adjective /ɪnˈɡlɔːriəs/

inglorious

ehrenlos

Meaning

Causing shame or disgrace; not bringing honor or glory.

Example

The army suffered an inglorious defeat.

Die Armee erlitt eine ehrenlose Niederlage.

A1 noun /'æn.ɪ.məl/

Animal

Tier

Meaning

a living creature that feeds on organic matter, typically having specialized sense organs and nervous system and able to respond rapidly to stimuli

Example

The zoo has many different animals from around the world.

Der Zoo hat viele verschiedene Tiere aus der ganzen Welt.

C1 adjective /məˈdʒen.tə/

Magenta

magenta Farbe

Meaning

a bright purplish-red color

Example

She wore a beautiful magenta dress to the party.

Sie trug ein wunderschönes magentafarbenes Kleid zur Party.

C2 verb /ˈnɔːzieɪt/

nauseate

Übelkeit hervorrufen

Meaning

To make someone feel sick, with an inclination to vomit.

Example

The spoiled food nauseated him quickly.

Das verdorbene Essen verursachte ihm schnell Übelkeit.

A1 adjective/verb/adverb /friː/

free

frei

Meaning

Not under the control or in the power of another; able to act or be done as one wishes.

Example

The children are free to play outside.

Die Kinder sind frei, draußen zu spielen.

B2 verb /ˈpɛrɪʃ/

perish

vergehen

Meaning

To die, especially in a sudden or violent way.

Example

Many soldiers perished in the war.

Viele Soldaten sind im Krieg gefallen.

A1 adverb /ɔːlˈredi/

Already

schon; bereits; zuvor

Meaning

before now; by this time; previously

Example

I have already finished my homework for today.

Ich habe meine Hausaufgaben für heute schon erledigt.

B2 noun /ˈmɛtəfɔːr/

metaphor

Glück

Meaning

A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable.

Example

Time is a thief is a common metaphor for how quickly life passes.

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

A2 noun /ˈtaʊ.əl/

Towel

Handtuch

Meaning

a piece of absorbent cloth or paper used for wiping or drying

Example

She wrapped herself in a soft towel after the shower.

Sie wickelte sich nach der Dusche in ein weiches Handtuch.

B2 noun prɛsˈtiːʒ

prestige

Prestige

Meaning

Widespread respect and admiration felt for someone or something on the basis of a perception of their achievements or quality.

Example

The university has gained international prestige for its research.

Die Universität hat internationalen Prestige für ihre Forschung erlangt.

B2 noun, verb /ˈɪnstɪˌtjuːt/

institute

Institut

Meaning

as a noun, an organization founded for a specific purpose; as a verb, to establish or initiate

Example

The university decided to institute new rules for the library.

Die Universität beschloss, neue Regeln für die Bibliothek einzuführen.

C2 noun /ˈmæləprɒˌpɪzəm/

malapropism

Malapropismus

Meaning

the mistaken use of a word in place of a similar-sounding one, often with amusing effect

Example

He is famous for his malapropism when speaking in public.

Er ist berühmt für seinen Malapropismus, wenn er in der Öffentlichkeit spricht.

A2 adverb /ˈmoʊstli/

Mostly

hauptsächlich; meist; gewöhnlich

Meaning

mainly; for the most part; usually

Example

The students are mostly from local schools.

Die Studenten kommen hauptsächlich aus lokalen Schulen.

A2 noun /ʃiːt/

sheet

Bettlaken

Meaning

a large piece of cloth or paper, typically used to cover or protect something

Example

I need a clean sheet to cover the bed.

Ich brauche ein sauberes Bettlaken, um das Bett zu bedecken.

B2 noun /ˌkɑn.trəˈdɪk.ʃən/

Contradiction

Widerspruch; Inkohärenz

Meaning

a combination of statements, ideas, or features which are opposed to one another; inconsistency

Example

There was a clear contradiction between his words and his actions.

Es gab einen klaren Widerspruch zwischen seinen Worten und seinen Taten.

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 noun /koʊˈɜː.ʃən/

coercion

Zwang

Meaning

The practice of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats.

Example

Cybercriminals use coercion to extract information.

Cyberkriminelle setzen Zwang ein, um Informationen zu extrahieren.

C2 adjective /ˌpjuːsɪˈlænɪməs/

pusillanimous

feige

Meaning

showing a lack of courage or determination; timid

Example

The pusillanimous leader avoided making tough decisions.

Der feige Führer vermied es, schwierige Entscheidungen zu treffen.

B2 verb /ˈɪl.ə.streɪt/

illustrate

veranschaulichen

Meaning

to explain or make something clear by using examples, pictures, or comparisons

Example

The teacher used diagrams to illustrate the concept.

Der Lehrer hat Diagramme verwendet, um das Konzept zu veranschaulichen.

C1 noun /ˈkæn.ə.pi/

canopy

die obere Schicht eines Waldes, die durch die Baumkronen gebildet wird; oberste Abdeckung

Meaning

The upper layer of a forest formed by the crowns of trees; overhead cover.

Example

The rainforest canopy provides shelter to many birds and insects.

Das Regenwalddach bietet vielen Vögeln und Insekten Unterschlupf.

C2 noun /ˈrɛtɪnjuː/

retinue

Gefolge

Meaning

A group of attendants or followers accompanying an important person.

Example

The king entered the hall followed by his retinue.

Der König betrat die Halle, gefolgt von seinem Gefolge.

B1 verb /dɪˈnaɪ/

deny

leugnen

Meaning

to refuse to accept or admit something; to declare something untrue

Example

He denied stealing the money.

Er leugnete, das Geld gestohlen zu haben.

A2 adverb /ˈiːzɪli/

Easily

einfach; mühelos

Meaning

without difficulty; in a simple or effortless manner

Example

She easily solved the math problem in minutes.

Sie löste das Mathematikproblem einfach in wenigen Minuten.

C1 adjective /ˈvendʒ.fəl/

Vengeful

rächerisch

Meaning

seeking to harm someone in return for a perceived injury; vindictive

Example

She felt vengeful after her friend betrayed her trust.

Sie fühlte sich rachsüchtig, nachdem ihre Freundin ihr Vertrauen verraten hatte.