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B1 adjective /ɪˈliː.ɡəl/

illegal

illegal
Meaning
Not allowed by law; unlawful.
Example
It is illegal to drive without a valid license.
Es ist illegal, ohne gültigen Führerschein zu fahren.
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 /ˈɔːtəmoʊbiːl/

automobile

Auto
Meaning
a road vehicle powered by an engine, typically with four wheels
Example
He bought a new automobile last week.
Er hat letzte Woche ein neues Auto gekauft.
B1 adjective /ˈklæsɪkəl/

classical

klassisch oder traditionell
Meaning
relating to ancient Greek or Roman culture, or representing traditional excellence in art, music, or literature
Example
She loves listening to classical music while studying.
Sie liebt es, klassische Musik beim Lernen zu hören.
B1 noun /ˈsʌn.raɪz/

Sunrise

Sonnenaufgang
Meaning
the time in the morning when the sun appears above the horizon
Example
We watched the beautiful sunrise from the mountain top.
Wir haben den schönen Sonnenaufgang vom Gipfel des Berges aus gesehen.
B1 adjective /ˈsoʊ kɔːld/

so-called

sogenannt
Meaning
referred to as or known by a particular name or title, often misleadingly
Example
The so-called expert couldn't answer the question.
Der sogenannte Experte konnte die Frage nicht beantworten.
B1 verb /səˈraʊnd/

surround

umgeben
Meaning
To be all around someone or something.
Example
Mountains surround the small village.
Berge umgeben das kleine Dorf.
B1 adjective /ˌælfəˈbɛtɪkəl/

alphabetical

alphabetisch
Meaning
Arranged in the order of the letters of the alphabet.
Example
The names were listed in alphabetical order.
Die Namen wurden in alphabetischer Reihenfolge aufgelistet.
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 verb /dɪsˈtrɪbjuːt/

distribute

verteilen
Meaning
to give out or spread something among several people or places
Example
The teacher will distribute the test papers.
Der Lehrer wird die Prüfungsblätter verteilen.
B1 adjective ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt

efficient

effizient
Meaning
Working in a well-organized way; competent and effective in performance.
Example
Efficient farming methods improve yields.
Effiziente landwirtschaftliche Methoden steigern den Ertrag.
B1 noun /ˈev.ɪ.dəns/

Evidence

Beweis
Meaning
the available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true
Example
The detective found crucial evidence that solved the mysterious case.
Der Detektiv fand entscheidende Beweise, die den mysteriösen Fall lösten.
B1 adjective /ˈtɪpɪkəl/

typical

mit den üblichen Eigenschaften einer bestimmten Art von Person oder Ding
Meaning
having the usual qualities of a particular type of person or thing
Example
It was a typical summer day, hot and humid.
Es war ein typischer Sommertag, heiß und feucht.
B1 noun /məˈtɪəriəl/

Material

Material; Stoff; Substanz
Meaning
The matter from which a thing is or can be made; fabric or cloth
Example
The building was constructed using the finest materials available.
Das Gebäude wurde mit den besten verfügbaren Materialien gebaut.
B1 noun /ˈpɪkʌp/

pickup

kleiner Lkw mit offener Ladefläche; die Handlung des Sammelns oder Verbesserns von etwas
Meaning
a small truck with an open back; the act of collecting or improving something
Example
The company scheduled a pickup for the returned goods.
Das Unternehmen hat eine Abholung für die zurückgegebenen Waren geplant.
B1 adjective /ʌnˈedjʊkeɪtɪd/

Uneducated

ungebildet; ohne Bildung
Meaning
lacking education; not having received formal schooling or training
Example
Many uneducated workers struggle to find well-paying jobs.
Viele ungebildete Arbeiter haben Schwierigkeiten, gut bezahlte Jobs zu finden.
B1 noun /slaɪd/

Slide

Rutsche
Meaning
a smooth surface for sliding down; a piece of playground equipment
Example
The children enjoyed playing on the slide at the park.
Die Kinder hatten Spaß beim Spielen auf der Rutsche im Park.
B1 adverb /ˈlaɪk.li/

Likely

wahrscheinlich; mit hoher Wahrscheinlichkeit
Meaning
probably; having a high probability of happening or being true
Example
It will likely rain tomorrow according to the weather forecast.
Es wird wahrscheinlich morgen regnen, laut der Wettervorhersage.
B1 adjective /əˈdɪʃənəl/

additional

zusätzlich
Meaning
added, extra, or supplementary to what already exists
Example
The teacher gave the students additional homework.
Der Lehrer gab den Schülern zusätzliche Hausaufgaben.
B1 noun /dɪˈmænd/

Demand

Nachfrage; der Wunsch der Verbraucher nach Waren oder Dienstleistungen
Meaning
an urgent request; the desire of consumers for goods or services
Example
The demand for organic food has increased significantly in recent years.
Die Nachfrage nach Bio-Lebensmitteln ist in den letzten Jahren erheblich gestiegen.
B1 verb /ɪkˈspænd/

expand

expandieren
Meaning
To increase in size, number, or importance.
Example
The company plans to expand its operations into new markets.
Das Unternehmen plant, seine Aktivitäten auf neue Märkte auszudehnen.
B1 noun

Kindness

Freundlichkeit; Güte; Wohlwollen
B1 noun ˈsaɪləns

silence

Stille
Meaning
Complete absence of sound; quietness.
Example
Silence filled the air near the graves.
Stille füllte die Luft nahe den Gräbern.
B1 adverb /ˈrɒŋli/

wrongly

fälschlicherweise
Meaning
in an incorrect or mistaken way; unfairly or unjustly
Example
He was wrongly accused of the crime.
Er wurde fälschlicherweise des Verbrechens beschuldigt.
B1 noun /pɔːrk/

pork

Glück
Meaning
the flesh of a pig used as food
Example
He doesn't eat pork for religious reasons.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B1 adjective /ˌɛdjuˈkeɪʃənl/

educational

erzieherisch
Meaning
Relating to the provision of education or having an educative effect.
Example
The journey was an educational experience.
Die Reise war eine lehrreiche Erfahrung.
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 noun /ˈwiːltʃeər/

wheelchair

rollstuhl
Meaning
a chair with wheels, used by people who cannot walk easily or at all
Example
The hospital provided a wheelchair for the injured patient.
Das Krankenhaus stellte dem verletzten Patienten einen Rollstuhl zur Verfügung.
B1 verb /ˈkɒntrækt/

contract

Vertrag abschließen
Meaning
to make smaller; to enter into a formal agreement
Example
The company will contract a new supplier for materials.
Das Unternehmen wird einen neuen Lieferanten für Materialien beauftragen.
B1 noun /ˈdʒɪn.dʒər/

Ginger

Ingwer
Meaning
a hot fragrant spice made from the rhizome of a plant; the plant itself
Example
The chef added fresh ginger to the stir-fry to enhance its flavor and aroma.
Der Koch fügte frischen Ingwer zum Wok hinzu, um den Geschmack und das Aroma zu verstärken.
B1 noun ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒ

disadvantage

Nachteil
Meaning
An unfavorable circumstance or condition that reduces the chances of success or effectiveness.
Example
Urdu's dominance placed Bengalis at a disadvantage.
Die Dominanz des Urdu brachte die Bengalen in eine benachteiligte Lage.
B1 noun /ˈmeɪkʌp/

makeup

Make-up
Meaning
cosmetics used to enhance or alter appearance
Example
She applied makeup before the party.
Sie trug Make-up vor der Party auf.
B1 verb /ˈbrɔːdˌkæst/

broadcast

übertragen
Meaning
to transmit a program or information by radio, television, or online media
Example
The match was broadcast live on television.
Das Spiel wurde live im Fernsehen übertragen.
B1 verb /rɪˈtaɪə/

retire

in den Ruhestand treten
Meaning
to stop working after reaching a certain age or having completed a career
Example
She decided to retire after working for 40 years.
Sie entschied sich, nach 40 Jahren Arbeit in den Ruhestand zu treten.
B1 noun ˈkæn.dɪ.deɪts

candidates

kandidaten
Meaning
A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election; someone being considered for a position.
Example
Candidates undergo a rigorous selection process.
Kandidaten durchlaufen einen strengen Auswahlprozess.
B1 adverb /ˈfeər.li/

Fairly

fairerweise; mäßig; vernünftig
Meaning
in a just manner; moderately; reasonably
Example
The test was fairly easy, but some questions were challenging.
Der Test war ziemlich einfach, aber einige Fragen waren herausfordernd.
B1 noun /bend/

Bend

Biegung; Kurve
Meaning
a curved or angled part of something; a turning point in a road or river
Example
There is a sharp bend in the river ahead.
Es gibt eine scharfe Kurve im Fluss voraus.
B1 verb /kəmˈpiːt/

compete

konkurrieren
Meaning
to try to win or be more successful than others in a contest or activity
Example
Several companies compete for dominance in the market.
Mehrere Unternehmen konkurrieren um Dominanz auf dem Markt.
B1 adverb /ˈɛlswɛr/

elsewhere

anderswo
Meaning
In, at, or to some other place.
Example
If you can’t find it here, try looking elsewhere.
Wenn du es hier nicht finden kannst, versuche es anderswo.
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 adverb /ˈfriːli/

Freely

frei; ohne Einschränkung;
Meaning
without restriction; openly; willingly
Example
She spoke freely about her experiences during the interview.
Sie sprach frei über ihre Erfahrungen während des Interviews.
B1 noun /prəˈfeʃ.ən/

Profession

Beruf
Meaning
a type of job that requires special education, training, or skill
Example
Teaching is a noble profession that shapes future generations.
Lehren ist ein edler Beruf, der die zukünftigen Generationen formt.
B1 adjective /ɪˈnɪʃəl/

initial

anfänglich
Meaning
Existing or occurring at the beginning.
Example
Her initial reaction was one of surprise.
Ihre anfängliche Reaktion war eine Überraschung.
B1 adjective /əkˈsɛptəbəl/

acceptable

akzeptabel
Meaning
able to be agreed upon; satisfactory or suitable
Example
Your proposal is acceptable to the committee.
Ihr Vorschlag ist für das Komitee akzeptabel.
B1 noun /ˈkɒtən/

cotton

Glück
Meaning
A soft white fibrous substance used to make cloth and thread.
Example
This shirt is made of pure cotton.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B1 noun ˈseɪ.vɪŋ

saving

Ersparnis
Meaning
The practice of keeping and accumulating money for future use rather than spending it immediately.
Example
Regular saving habits ensure financial security.
Regelmäßige Spargewohnheiten sichern die finanzielle Sicherheit.
B1 noun /ˈpæsɪdʒ/

passage

Durchgang/enge Straße; Abschnitt/Zitat; Prozess des Übergangs von einem Zustand oder Ort zum anderen
Meaning
a narrow way through or between; a section of text or music; the process of moving from one state or place to another
Example
The narrow passage led from the courtyard to the library.
Der enge Durchgang führte vom Innenhof zur Bibliothek.
B1 noun /rɪˈkɔːdɪŋ/

recording

Aufnahme
Meaning
the act or process of recording something
Example
The recording of the interview was clear and loud.
Die Aufnahme des Interviews war klar und laut.
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 verb /pɑːrˈtɪsɪpeɪt/

participate

teilnehmen
Meaning
to take part in or become involved in an activity
Example
Students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities.
Studenten werden ermutigt, an außerschulischen Aktivitäten teilzunehmen.
B1 noun/adjective /ˈsmoʊ.kɪŋ/

smoking

Rauchen
Meaning
The act of inhaling and exhaling the smoke of tobacco or other substances; wearing a tuxedo (adjective, formal context).
Example
Smoking is prohibited inside the building.
Rauchen ist im Gebäude verboten.
B1 noun məˈdʒɒrəti

majority

Mehrheit
Meaning
The greater number; the larger part of something.
Example
The majority demanded their rights.
Die Mehrheit forderte ihre Rechte.
B1 adjective /ɪnˈfɔːrməl/

Informal

informell; entspannt; locker
Meaning
relaxed and friendly; not official or ceremonial; casual
Example
The meeting was informal and relaxed.
Das Treffen war informell und entspannt.
B1 noun /ˈvæl.i/

Valley

Tal
Meaning
a low area of land between hills or mountains
Example
The green valley stretched for miles between the mountains.
Das grüne Tal erstreckte sich über Meilen zwischen den Bergen.
B1 adjective, adverb /ˈoʊvərɔːl/

overall

insgesamt
Meaning
in general or as a whole
Example
Overall, the project has been successful.
Insgesamt war das Projekt erfolgreich.
B1 noun /tʃɑːrm/

Charm

Charme; Zauber; Freundlichkeit
Meaning
the power or quality of giving delight or arousing admiration; a magical spell or talisman
Example
Her natural charm and wit made her popular at social gatherings.
Ihr natürlicher Charme und Witz machten sie bei gesellschaftlichen Zusammenkünften beliebt.
B1 adjective /ɪnˈtaɪər/

Entire

ganz; vollständig; ungeteilt
Meaning
complete; whole; not divided or in parts
Example
She read the entire book in one sitting.
Sie las das ganze Buch in einem Durchgang.
B1 adverb /ˈfɪzɪkəli/

physically

körperlich
Meaning
in a physical manner; relating to the body
Example
She is physically strong and healthy.
Sie ist physisch stark und gesund.
B1 verb /leɪ/

lay

legen
Meaning
to put something down in a flat position; to place carefully
Example
Please lay the book on the table.
Bitte legen Sie das Buch auf den Tisch.
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 adverb /spəˈsɪfɪkli/

specifically

speziell
Meaning
in a clear and exact way
Example
He was specifically asked to handle the finances.
Er wurde speziell gebeten, die Finanzen zu verwalten.
B1 adjective /ˈrel.ə.vənt/

Relevant

relevant
Meaning
closely connected or appropriate to what is being discussed; pertinent
Example
Please provide only relevant information for this discussion.
Bitte geben Sie nur relevante Informationen für diese Diskussion an.
B1 adjective ˈkruː.ʃəl

crucial

entscheidend
Meaning
Decisive or critical, especially in the success or failure of something.
Example
Fault-tolerance is crucial for reliability.
Fehlertoleranz ist entscheidend für Zuverlässigkeit.
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 noun ˈplænɪŋ

planning

Planung
Meaning
The process of making plans for something; the control of urban development by a local government authority.
Example
Effective planning ensures better waste management.
Eine effektive Planung gewährleistet eine bessere Abfallwirtschaft.
B1 adjective ˈɪnəveɪtɪv

innovative

innovativ
Meaning
Featuring new methods; advanced and original
Example
Innovative strategies are required to combat pollution.
Innovative Strategien sind erforderlich, um die Verschmutzung zu bekämpfen.
B1 adjective /ɪnˈkɝr.ɪ.dʒɪŋ/

Encouraging

ermutigend; motivierend
Meaning
giving support or confidence; inspiring; motivating
Example
The teacher's encouraging words motivated the students.
Die ermutigenden Worte des Lehrers motivierten die Schüler.
B1 noun /məˈdʒɪʃən/

magician

Magier
Meaning
A person who performs tricks and illusions for entertainment or one believed to have magical powers.
Example
The magician pulled a rabbit out of his hat.
Der Magier zog einen Hasen aus seinem Hut.
B1 noun rɪˈflɛkʃən

reflection

Reflexion
Meaning
Serious thought or consideration about something.
Example
The reflection of the past filled his heart with sadness.
Die Reflexion der Vergangenheit füllte sein Herz mit Traurigkeit.
B1 noun /ˈsɛt ʌp/

set-up

Aufbau
Meaning
The arrangement or organization of something; a planned structure or scheme
Example
The company presented a new set-up for the office layout.
Das Unternehmen stellte ein neues Set-up für die Büroanordnung vor.
B1 noun /ˈtʌnəl/

tunnel

Tunnel
Meaning
an underground passage or shaft
Example
They dug a tunnel under the river.
Sie gruben einen Tunnel unter dem Fluss.
B1 adjective /ˌʌnɪmˈpɔːrtənt/

unimportant

unwichtig
Meaning
not having much value, significance, or influence
Example
The detail seemed unimportant compared to the main issue.
Das Detail schien im Vergleich zum Hauptproblem unwichtig zu sein.
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 truː ˌɛdjuˈkeɪʃən

true education

wahre Bildung
Meaning
Genuine learning that develops both mind and character.
Example
True education builds a noble and beautiful life.
Wahre Bildung baut ein edles und schönes Leben auf.
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 /ɪˈstæblɪʃ/

establish

etablieren
Meaning
To set up, create, or bring into existence something on a firm basis.
Example
The company plans to establish a new office in Dhaka.
Das Unternehmen plant, ein neues Büro in Dhaka zu etablieren.
B1 adverb /ˈlɑːrdʒli/

largely

hauptsächlich
Meaning
to a great extent; mostly or mainly
Example
The success of the project was largely due to teamwork.
Der Erfolg des Projekts war hauptsächlich auf Teamarbeit zurückzuführen.
B1 noun /ˈɑːrtwɜːrk/

artwork

Kunstwerk
Meaning
a piece of art, such as a painting, sculpture, or drawing
Example
The gallery displayed an impressive artwork by a local artist.
Die Galerie zeigte ein beeindruckendes Kunstwerk eines lokalen Künstlers.
B1 noun /kræb/

Crab

Krebs
Meaning
a crustacean with a broad carapace, stalked eyes, and five pairs of legs, the first pair of which are modified as pincers
Example
The crab scuttled sideways across the sand.
Der Krebs krabbelte seitwärts über den Sand.
B1 noun ˈtʃɑː.dʒɪŋ

charging

Laden
Meaning
The process of supplying electrical energy to recharge a battery or power source.
Example
Electric vehicle charging stations are increasing in cities.
Ladestationen für Elektrofahrzeuge nehmen in Städten zu.
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 adjective /rɪˈtaɪərd/

Retired

pensioniert
Meaning
having left one's job and ceased to work; withdrawn from activity
Example
My retired grandfather enjoys gardening in his free time.
Mein pensionierter Großvater genießt es, in seiner Freizeit zu gärtnern.
B1 noun /kæˈʃɪər/

Cashier

Kassierer
Meaning
a person who handles payments and transactions in a store or bank
Example
The cashier scanned all the items and calculated the total bill.
Der Kassierer scannte alle Artikel und berechnete den Gesamtbetrag.
B1 noun ˈpɒl.ə.si

policy

Politik
Meaning
A course or principle of action adopted or proposed by a government, party, business, or individual; a contract of insurance.
Example
Effective policies drive national development.
Effektive Politiken treiben die nationale Entwicklung voran.
B1 adjective /ˈel.dər.li/

Elderly

älter; alt; Senior
Meaning
aged; advanced in years; old
Example
The elderly man walked slowly with his cane.
Der ältere Mann ging langsam mit seinem Stock.
B1 noun, adjective, verb /tɛns/

tense

gespannt / grammatikalische Zeitform
Meaning
a grammatical category showing time reference; stretched tight or anxious
Example
She felt tense before the interview.
Sie fühlte sich vor dem Interview angespannt.
B1 noun /ɡɪlt/

Guilt

Schuld
Meaning
a feeling of having committed wrong or failed in an obligation; responsibility for wrongdoing
Example
She felt overwhelming guilt after forgetting her mother's birthday.
Sie fühlte überwältigende Schuld, nachdem sie den Geburtstag ihrer Mutter vergessen hatte.
B1 adjective ˈkɒmplɛks

complex

komplex
Meaning
Having many interrelated parts or factors; complicated.
Example
The relationship between poverty and education is complex.
Die Beziehung zwischen Armut und Bildung ist komplex.
B1 adjective /ˈflek.sə.bəl/

Flexible

flexibel; leicht anpassbar
Meaning
able to bend easily; adaptable to change; not rigid
Example
She has a flexible work schedule that allows her to work from home.
Sie hat einen flexiblen Arbeitszeitplan, der es ihr ermöglicht, von zu Hause aus zu arbeiten.
B1 noun /ˈænəlɪst/

analyst

Analyst
Meaning
a person who studies or examines something carefully to understand it or make decisions
Example
The financial analyst predicted a rise in the stock market.
Der Finanzanalyst sagte einen Anstieg des Aktienmarktes voraus.
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 /ˈmeʒərmənt/

measurement

Messung
Meaning
the size, length, or amount of something, as determined by measuring
Example
The tailor took my waist measurement before stitching the suit.
Der Schneider nahm meine Taillenmessung, bevor er den Anzug nähte.
B1 noun /ˈklaɪənt/

client

Kunde
Meaning
A person or organization using the services of a professional or company.
Example
The lawyer met with her client to discuss the case.
Der Anwalt traf sich mit seinem Kunden, um den Fall zu besprechen
B1 noun /əˌsoʊsiˈeɪʃən/

association

Vereinigung
Meaning
an organized group of people who have joined together for a common purpose
Example
She is a member of the local teachers' association.
Sie ist Mitglied der lokalen Lehrervereinigung.
B1 verb /əˈrɛst/

arrest

festnehmen
Meaning
to catch and hold by legal authority; to stop suddenly
Example
The police will arrest the suspect tomorrow.
Die Polizei wird den Verdächtigen morgen festnehmen.
B1 adjective ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk

scientific

wissenschaftlich
Meaning
Based on or characterized by the methods and principles of science.
Example
Scientific discoveries continue to shape our understanding of the world.
Wissenschaftliche Entdeckungen prägen weiterhin unser Verständnis der Welt.
B1 noun /twiːt/

Tweet

zwitschern
Meaning
a short high-pitched sound made by a small bird; a post on Twitter
Example
I heard the sweet tweet of a sparrow this morning.
Ich habe das süße Tweet eines Spatzes heute Morgen gehört.
B1 adjective /ˈsʌm.wʌt/

Somewhat

etwas; ein bisschen; mäßig
Meaning
to some extent; rather; moderately
Example
The movie was somewhat interesting but not great.
Der Film war etwas interessant, aber nicht großartig.
B1 noun ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪtiz

opportunities

Gelegenheiten
Meaning
A set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something; chances for advancement or success.
Example
Opportunities for jobs decreased.
Die Gelegenheiten für Jobs nahmen ab.
B1 verb /ˈtrɪp.əl/

triple

verdreifachen
Meaning
To increase or become three times as much.
Example
The company tripled its profits in just one year.
Das Unternehmen hat seinen Gewinn in nur einem Jahr verdreifacht.
B1 adverb /əˈlaʊd/

Aloud

laut
Meaning
in a voice that can be heard; not silently
Example
Please read the instructions aloud so everyone can hear.
Bitte lesen Sie die Anweisungen laut vor, damit jeder hören kann.
B1 noun /ˈmænər/

manner

weise / art
Meaning
a way in which something is done or happens
Example
He spoke in a polite manner.
Er sprach in einer höflichen Art.
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 ˈbreɪvəri

bravery

Mut
Meaning
Courageous behavior or character; the quality of being brave.
Example
The bravery of our soldiers is unforgettable.
Der Mut unserer Soldaten ist unvergesslich.
B1 adjective /æmˈbɪʃ.əs/

Ambitious

ehrgeizig
Meaning
having strong desire for success or achievement; aspiring
Example
She is ambitious and works hard to achieve her goals.
Sie ist ehrgeizig und arbeitet hart, um ihre Ziele zu erreichen.
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 /trænzˈleɪʃən/

translation

Übersetzung
Meaning
the process of converting text or speech from one language into another
Example
She completed the translation of the book within two months.
Sie hat die Übersetzung des Buches in zwei Monaten abgeschlossen.
B1 noun /ˈlɪt.ər.ə.ʧər/

Literature

literatur
Meaning
written works, especially those considered of superior or lasting artistic merit; books and writings published on a particular subject
Example
She studied English literature at university.
Sie studierte englische Literatur an der Universität.
B1 verb /straɪk/

Strike

schlagen
Meaning
to hit forcefully; to stop work as a form of protest
Example
Lightning strikes the tall building during the storm.
Der Blitz schlägt das hohe Gebäude während des Sturms.
B1 noun /ˈvɪərər/

viewer

Zuschauer
Meaning
a person who watches something, especially television or video content
Example
The viewer is able to switch channels with the remote control.
Der Zuschauer kann mit der Fernbedienung den Kanal wechseln.
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 /əˈrɪdʒɪnəli/

originally

ursprünglich
Meaning
in the beginning, at first
Example
Originally, she wanted to be a doctor.
Ursprünglich wollte sie Ärztin werden.
B1 adjective ˈlɔːŋ.tɜːrm

long-term

langfristig, dauerhaft, nachhaltig
Meaning
Occurring over or involving a relatively long period of time.
Example
Long-term planning is necessary for environmental conservation.
Langfristige Planung ist notwendig für den Umweltschutz.
B1 noun /ˈkɔːrɪdɔːr/

corridor

ein langer Gang, der zu verschiedenen Räumen führt
Meaning
a long passage in a building from which doors lead into rooms
Example
The students waited quietly in the corridor.
Die Schüler warteten ruhig im Korridor.
B1 noun /ˈpɔɪ.zən/

Poison

Gift
Meaning
a substance that is capable of causing death or illness
Example
The snake's bite contains deadly poison.
Der Biss der Schlange enthält tödliches Gift.
B1 noun /ˈɡæl.ər.i/

Gallery

galerie
Meaning
a room or building for the display or sale of works of art; an area for spectators
Example
The art gallery featured paintings by famous local and international artists.
Die Kunstgalerie zeigte Gemälde von berühmten lokalen und internationalen Künstlern.
B1 noun /ˈʃæd.oʊ/

Shadow

Schatten
Meaning
a dark area where light is blocked by something; a person's silhouette
Example
The tree cast a long shadow across the garden in the evening.
Der Baum warf am Abend einen langen Schatten über den Garten.
B1 noun /freɪz/

phrase

Phrase
Meaning
a small group of words standing together as a conceptual unit
Example
He gave a memorable phrase at the conference.
Er gab einen denkwürdigen Satz auf der Konferenz.
B1 noun /doʊˈneɪ.ʃən/

Donation

Spende; Beitrag
Meaning
something that is given to a charity, especially a sum of money; the act of giving
Example
The generous donation helped the hospital purchase new medical equipment.
Die großzügige Spende half dem Krankenhaus, neue medizinische Geräte zu kaufen.
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 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.