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C2 phrase ˌdʒʊə.rɪs.pruːˈden.ʃəl ˈbentʃ.mɑːk

jurisprudential benchmark

rechtlicher Maßstab
Meaning
A legal standard or precedent that serves as a reference point for future legal decisions.
Example
The decision set a jurisprudential benchmark.
Die Entscheidung setzte einen rechtlichen Maßstab.
B1 noun /twɪn/

twin

Zwilling
Meaning
either of two children born at the same time to the same mother
Example
They have twin girls.
Sie haben Zwillingsmädchen.
C1 verb /ˌriːɪnˈtɪɡreɪt/

reintegrate

reintegrieren
Meaning
To bring someone or something back into a group or society after being separated.
Example
The program helps prisoners reintegrate into society.
Das Programm hilft Gefangenen, sich in die Gesellschaft reintegrieren.
A2 adverb /ˈklɪrli/

clearly

deutlich
Meaning
In a way that is easy to perceive, understand, or see.
Example
She spoke clearly so that everyone could understand.
Sie sprach deutlich, damit jeder es verstehen konnte.
C1 adjective /ˈɜːr.θən/

Earthen

aus Erde oder Ton; im Zusammenhang mit Keramik
Meaning
made of earth or clay; relating to pottery or ceramic materials
Example
The kitchen had beautiful earthen pots for storage.
Die Küche hatte schöne Töpfe aus Ton zur Aufbewahrung.
C1 adjective /ˈtɛsti/

testy

reizbar
Meaning
Easily irritated or annoyed.
Example
He became testy when asked the same question repeatedly.
Er wurde gereizt, als ihm immer wieder die gleiche Frage gestellt wurde.
C1 noun /ɪˈmiːdiəsi/

immediacy

Unmittelbarkeit, Dringlichkeit
Meaning
The quality of bringing one into direct and instant involvement with something, giving rise to a sense of urgency or excitement.
Example
The immediacy of digital communication has reshaped business operations.
Die Unmittelbarkeit der digitalen Kommunikation hat die Geschäftsabläufe verändert.
C1 adjective /ˈsɪlkən/

Silken

seiden; weich; glatt;
Meaning
made of silk; smooth and soft like silk
Example
She wore a beautiful silken dress to the party.
Sie trug ein schönes seidenes Kleid zur Party.
C1 noun /ˈmɒnəʊˌkʌltʃər/

monoculture

Monokultur
Meaning
The agricultural practice of growing only one type of crop over a large area and for many consecutive years, which can lead to increased vulnerability to pests and diseases.
Example
Monoculture can lead to soil depletion and increased pest vulnerability.
Monokultur kann zu Bodenerosion und einer erhöhten Anfälligkeit für Schädlinge führen.
B2 noun /læp/

Lap

Schoß
Meaning
the flat area between the waist and knees of a seated person; one circuit of a track or course
Example
The cat curled up comfortably in her lap while she read her book.
Die Katze rollte sich bequem in ihrem Schoß zusammen, während sie ihr Buch las.
B2 noun /dʒiːn/

gene

Gen
Meaning
A unit of heredity in living organisms, transferred from parent to offspring, determining traits.
Example
Eye color is influenced by genes inherited from parents.
Die Augenfarbe wird von den von den Eltern vererbten Genen beeinflusst.
C1 noun /dɪˌpriː.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/

depreciation

Abwertung
Meaning
A reduction in the value of an asset with the passage of time, due to wear and tear.
Example
The car's depreciation rate is high after five years.
Die Abwertungsrate des Autos ist nach fünf Jahren hoch.
C2 noun /ˌsɪnjuˈɒsɪti/

sinuosity

Sinuosität
Meaning
The quality or state of being winding, curving, or having many turns.
Example
The sinuosity of the river made navigation challenging.
Die Sinuosität des Flusses machte die Navigation herausfordernd.
B2 noun /wiːd/

Weed

Unkraut
Meaning
a wild plant growing where it is not wanted; unwanted plant
Example
The garden was full of weeds that needed to be removed.
Der Garten war voller Unkraut, das entfernt werden musste.
C1 noun /tækˈtɪʃ.ən/

tactician

Taktiker
Meaning
a person who is skilled at planning and achieving goals, especially in military or business
Example
Napoleon was a brilliant tactician.
Napoleon war ein brillanter Taktiker.
B2 noun /ˈspaɪs bɒks/

Spice box

Gewürzdose
Meaning
a container used to store various spices and seasonings
Example
She opened the spice box to find cumin for her curry.
Sie öffnete die Gewürzdose, um Kreuzkümmel für ihr Curry zu finden.
B2 noun, verb /bʌt/

butt

Meaning
to hit or push with the head or horns; the end part of something, especially a cigarette
Example
The goat butted the fence with its horns.
C2 noun /vɪm/

vim

Lebensenergie
Meaning
energy and enthusiasm
Example
She performed the dance with great vim and vigor.
Sie führte den Tanz mit viel Lebensenergie und Begeisterung aus.
B2 adjective /ˈstuː.di.əs/

Studious

studios; dem Lernen gewidmet
Meaning
characterized by diligent study; devoted to learning
Example
She is a studious student who spends hours in the library.
Sie ist eine fleißige Studentin, die Stunden in der Bibliothek verbringt.
B2 adjective /ˈded.li/

Deadly

tödlich; tödlich; gefährlich
Meaning
causing or able to cause death; extremely dangerous; lethal
Example
The deadly poison killed the plant instantly.
Das tödliche Gift tötete die Pflanze sofort.
C2 noun /bɪər/

bier

Sarggestell
Meaning
a frame or stand on which a coffin or body is placed before burial or cremation
Example
The coffin was placed on the bier during the funeral service.
Der Sarg wurde während der Beerdigungszeremonie auf dem Sarggestell abgelegt.
C1 verb /ˌɪntəˈsɛkt/

intersect

schneiden
Meaning
to cross or pass through each other
Example
The two roads intersect at the city center.
Die zwei Straßen schneiden sich im Stadtzentrum.
C1 verb /slaʊtʃ/

slouch

sich hängen lassen
Meaning
To stand, sit, or move in a lazy or awkward way.
Example
He slouched in the chair, looking tired.
Er ließ sich im Stuhl hängen und sah müde aus.
C1 noun /ˈprɒk.tər/

proctor

Aufsichtsperson
Meaning
a person who supervises students during an examination
Example
The proctor reminded students to keep their phones switched off.
Der Aufsichtsperson erinnerte die Schüler daran, ihre Handys auszuschalten.
B2 verb ˈɛkəʊd

echoed

hallte wider
Meaning
To repeat or resound; to be reminiscent of something.
Example
The words of gratitude echoed in his heart.
Die Worte der Dankbarkeit hallten in seinem Herzen wider.
C1 noun /ˈtɛnɪt/

tenet

Prinzip
Meaning
a principle, belief, or doctrine held to be true
Example
Honesty is a central tenet of their philosophy.
Ehrlichkeit ist ein zentrales Prinzip ihrer Philosophie.
B2 noun ˈsuː.pər.fuːdz

superfoods

Superfoods
Meaning
Nutrient-dense foods that are particularly beneficial for health and well-being.
Example
Blueberries and spinach are superfoods rich in vitamins.
Blaubeeren und Spinat sind Superfoods, die reich an Vitaminen sind.
C2 adjective /ɪnˈsuːsiənt/

insouciant

sorglos
Meaning
Showing a casual lack of concern; carefree.
Example
He gave an insouciant shrug and walked away.
Er zuckte sorglos mit den Schultern und ging weg.
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.
C2 adjective /ˌhæfˈhɑːr.tɪd/

halfhearted

unmotiviert
Meaning
lacking enthusiasm or determination; unenthusiastic
Example
His halfhearted attempt to study did not bring good results.
Sein unmotivierter Versuch zu studieren brachte keine guten Ergebnisse.
B1 adjective /ʌnˈkaɪnd/

Unkind

grausam; nicht nett
Meaning
cruel; not nice or caring toward others
Example
It was unkind of him to make fun of her appearance.
Es war unfreundlich von ihm, sich über ihr Aussehen lustig zu machen.
C1 noun /ˈælkəmi/

alchemy

Alchemie
Meaning
A medieval practice combining elements of chemistry and philosophy, aimed at transforming matter, especially turning base metals into gold.
Example
Medieval scientists devoted their lives to alchemy.
Mittelalterliche Wissenschaftler widmeten ihr Leben der Alchemie.
C1 adjective /ˈɡruːsəm/

gruesome

grausam
Meaning
Causing horror or disgust.
Example
The police discovered a gruesome crime scene.
Die Polizei entdeckte einen grausamen Tatort.
B2 verb /rɪˈɡeɪn/

regain

wiedererlangen
Meaning
to get back something that was lost; to recover
Example
He regains his strength after the illness.
Er gewinnt seine Stärke nach der Krankheit zurück.
C1 adjective /ʌnˈdɔːntɪd/

Undaunted

Unerschrocken; mutig; unbeugsam;
Meaning
not intimidated or discouraged by difficulty, danger, or disappointment
Example
Despite the setbacks, she remained undaunted in pursuing her goals.
Trotz der Rückschläge blieb sie unbeugsam in der Verfolgung ihrer Ziele.
C2 adjective /lɪˈtɪdʒəs/

litigious

streitsüchtig
Meaning
prone to engage in lawsuits or overly inclined to argue legally
Example
He is known as a litigious neighbor who often sues people.
Er ist als ein streitsüchtiger Nachbar bekannt, der oft Leute verklagt.
C2 adjective /rɪˈfjuː.tə.bəl/

Refutable

widerlegbar
Meaning
capable of being proven wrong or false; able to be disproved
Example
His theory was refutable because it could be tested experimentally.
Seine Theorie war widerlegbar, weil sie experimentell getestet werden konnte.
B2 noun /ˌdɪs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Disability

Behinderung
Meaning
a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities
Example
Despite his physical disability, he became a successful athlete in wheelchair racing.
Trotz seiner körperlichen Behinderung wurde er ein erfolgreicher Athlet im Rollstuhlracing.
A2 noun ˈpræktɪs

practice

Übung
Meaning
The actual application or use of an idea, belief, or method; repeated exercise in or performance of an activity or skill.
Example
Daily practice improves fluency.
Tägliche Übung verbessert die Flüssigkeit.
C2 noun /ˈɡlʌtəni/

gluttony

Völlerei
Meaning
Excessive eating or drinking; overindulgence in food or drink.
Example
His gluttony during the festival left him feeling sick.
Seine Völlerei während des Festes ließ ihn krank werden.
C1 adjective /ˈnɑːkʃəs/

noxious

schädlich
Meaning
harmful, poisonous, or very unpleasant
Example
The factory released noxious fumes into the air.
Die Fabrik setzte schädliche Dämpfe in die Luft frei.
C2 noun /hɜːrs/

Hearse

Leichenwagen;
Meaning
a vehicle for conveying the coffin at a funeral; a funeral car
Example
The black hearse slowly made its way to the cemetery, followed by a procession of mourners.
Der schwarze Leichenwagen fuhr langsam zum Friedhof, gefolgt von einer Prozession von Trauernden.
C1 noun /kənˈtɪnjuəm/

continuum

Kontinuum
Meaning
A continuous sequence in which adjacent elements are not perceptibly different from each other, but the extremes are quite distinct.
Example
Life and death are often seen as part of the same continuum.
Leben und Tod werden oft als Teil des gleichen Kontinuums betrachtet.
C2 noun /ɪnˈsɪpiəns/

incipience

beginn
Meaning
the beginning or initial stage of something
Example
The project was still in its incipience when funding was approved.
Das Projekt war noch in seinem Beginn, als die Finanzierung genehmigt wurde.
C2 verb /priːˈfɪɡjər/

prefigure

vorwegnehmen
Meaning
to represent, show, or foreshadow something in advance
Example
The economic reforms prefigure major social changes.
Die wirtschaftlichen Reformen präfigurierten große soziale Veränderungen.
C1 noun /prɪˈrɒɡətɪv/

prerogative

Vorrecht
Meaning
a special right or privilege exclusive to a particular person or group
Example
It is the manager’s prerogative to make the final decision.
Es ist das Vorrecht des Managers, die endgültige Entscheidung zu treffen.
B2 noun steɪks

stakes

einsatz
Meaning
A strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end, driven into the ground.
Example
The stakes were high for the success of the project.
Der Einsatz war hoch für den Erfolg des Projekts.
C1 adjective /kənˈtɪɡ.ju.əs/

contiguous

benachbart
Meaning
sharing a common border; touching
Example
The two continguous houses shared a wall.
Die beiden benachbarten Häuser teilten sich eine Wand.
C1 noun /ˈwɔːkɪŋ fɪʃ/

Walking-fish

Gehfisch
Meaning
a fish that can move on land using its fins and breathe air for extended periods
Example
The walking-fish can travel across dry land to find new water sources.
Der Gehfish kann auf trockenem Land reisen, um neue Wasserquellen zu finden.
C1 adjective /ʌnˈsɪvəlaɪzd/

Uncivilized

unkultiviert; wild;
Meaning
not developed in terms of civilization; lacking social organization and culture; barbarous
Example
The explorers encountered an uncivilized tribe deep in the Amazon rainforest.
Die Entdecker stießen auf einen unkultivierten Stamm tief im Amazonasregenwald.
C1 noun /ˈstoʊəˌweɪ/

stowaway

Kraftfahrzeugpassagier
Meaning
A person who hides on a ship, plane, or other vehicle in order to travel secretly without paying.
Example
The crew discovered a stowaway hiding in the cargo hold.
Die Crew entdeckte einen versteckten Kraftfahrzeugpassagier im Frachtabteil.
C1 adjective /ˈflɪmzi/

flimsy

zerbrechlich
Meaning
weak, fragile, or lacking in strength; not convincing
Example
The chair was too flimsy to support his weight.
Der Stuhl war zu zerbrechlich, um sein Gewicht zu tragen.
C1 verb /ɡoʊd/

goad

anstacheln
Meaning
to provoke, annoy, or urge someone to take action
Example
He tried to goad his opponent into making a mistake.
Er versuchte, seinen Gegner zu einem Fehler zu verleiten.
B2 noun /kɒk/

Cock

Hahn
Meaning
an adult male chicken
Example
The cock crowed loudly at dawn to wake everyone up.
Der Hahn krähte laut bei Tagesanbruch, um alle zu wecken.
B1 noun /ˈpɑr.dən/

Pardon

Entschuldigung; Verzeihung;
Meaning
forgiveness; the action of forgiving or being forgiven for an error or offense
Example
I beg your pardon for interrupting the meeting.
Ich bitte um Entschuldigung, dass ich das Treffen unterbrochen habe.
A2 noun /klɔːθ/

Cloth

Stoff
Meaning
woven or felted fabric made from wool, cotton, or a similar fiber
Example
The tailor cut the cloth into precise pieces.
Der Schneider schnitt den Stoff in präzise Stücke.
C2 verb /ˈhæroʊ/

harrow

quälen / Egge
Meaning
to cause distress or torment; also to break up and smooth soil with a farm tool
Example
The tragic news harrowed the entire family.
Die tragische Nachricht hat die ganze Familie gequält.
A1 verb /hɪər/

hear

hören
Meaning
to perceive sound; to listen to
Example
I can hear the birds singing.
Ich kann die Vögel singen hören.
B2 noun /ˈwɪzdəm/

Wisdom

Weisheit; Wissen; Urteilskraft
Meaning
the quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgment; the soundness of an action or decision
Example
Age brings wisdom and experience.
Das Alter bringt Weisheit und Erfahrung.
C1 verb /əˈtjuːn/

attune

abstimmen
Meaning
to make someone or something aware of or responsive to something; to adjust or harmonize
Example
She quickly attuned herself to the needs of her new team.
Sie stellte sich schnell auf die Bedürfnisse ihres neuen Teams ein.
A1 verb /tʃuːz/

choose

wählen
Meaning
to pick or select from several options
Example
I always choose healthy food options.
Ich wähle immer gesunde Essensoptionen.
B2 adverb /ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/

subsequently

anschließend
Meaning
at a later time; afterward
Example
He failed his exam and subsequently had to retake it.
Er hat seine Prüfung nicht bestanden und musste sie anschließend wiederholen.
C2 noun /ˌɪmprəˈpraɪəti/

impropriety

Ungehörigkeit
Meaning
Failure to observe standards of honesty or modesty; improper behavior.
Example
The politician was accused of financial impropriety.
Der Politiker wurde der finanziellen Ungehörigkeit beschuldigt.
B1 noun /steɪk/

steak

Steak
Meaning
a thick slice of meat, typically beef, cooked by grilling or frying
Example
He ordered a grilled steak with vegetables.
Er bestellte ein gegrilltes Steak mit Gemüse.
C1 adjective ˈtæs.ɪt

tacit

stillschweigend
Meaning
Understood or implied without being openly expressed or stated
Example
Their mutual understanding was based on tacit agreement.
Ihr gegenseitiges Verständnis beruhte auf einer stillschweigenden Vereinbarung.
C2 adjective /səˈmætɪk/

somatic

somatisch
Meaning
Relating to the body, especially as distinct from the mind.
Example
Yoga can improve both somatic and mental health.
Yoga kann sowohl die somatische als auch die geistige Gesundheit verbessern.
C1 adjective ˌprɒb.ə.bɪˈlɪs.tɪk

probabilistic

auf Wahrscheinlichkeit basierend
Meaning
Based on probability; involving chance or statistical likelihood.
Example
The model follows a probabilistic approach to predictions.
Das Modell folgt einem probabilistischen Ansatz für Vorhersagen.
B2 noun /ˈmɔːl.tə/

Malta

Blutorange
Meaning
a sweet citrus fruit similar to orange, also known as blood orange or sweet orange
Example
Malta is a popular citrus fruit in Bangladesh known for its sweet taste and high vitamin C content.
Malta ist eine beliebte Zitrusfrucht in Bangladesch, bekannt für ihren süßen Geschmack und hohen Vitamin-C-Gehalt.
B1 verb /ˈwɒndər/

Wander

umherwandern
Meaning
to walk aimlessly without a fixed destination
Example
She likes to wander through the old city streets.
Sie wandert gerne durch die alten Straßen der Stadt.
B2 noun /ˌproʊɪˈbɪʃən/

prohibition

Verbot
Meaning
The act of forbidding something by law or authority.
Example
The government announced the prohibition of smoking in public places.
Die Regierung kündigte das Verbot des Rauchens an öffentlichen Orten an.
A2 noun /seɪf/

Safe

Tresor; Schutz
Meaning
secure container for storing valuables; protection from danger
Example
He kept his important documents in the office safe.
Er bewahrte seine wichtigen Dokumente im Bürosafe auf.
B2 verb /rɪˈtriːt/

retreat

sich zurückziehen
Meaning
to move back or withdraw from a position or situation
Example
The soldiers had to retreat after losing the battle.
Die Soldaten mussten sich nach der Niederlage zurückziehen.
C1 verb /pɑːrs/

parse

grammatisch analysieren
Meaning
to analyze a sentence or text grammatically or logically
Example
The software can parse large amounts of text data efficiently.
Die Software kann große Mengen an Textdaten effizient analysieren.
C2 verb /ˈlɔɪtər/

loiter

herumstehen, ziellos bleiben
Meaning
To stand or wait around idly without apparent purpose.
Example
The teenagers were told not to loiter outside the shop.
Den Jugendlichen wurde gesagt, sie sollten nicht vor dem Laden herumlaufen.
C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈsaɪsɪv/

Indecisive

unentschlossen
Meaning
unable to make decisions quickly; hesitant; wavering
Example
She was indecisive about which university to attend.
Sie war unentschlossen, welche Universität sie besuchen sollte.
C2 noun ˌfjuːmɪˈɡeɪʃən

fumigation

Fumigation
Meaning
The practice of disinfecting or purifying an area using gas or smoke.
Example
Fumigation is an effective method to control pest infestations.
Fumigation ist eine effektive Methode, um Schädlingsbefall zu kontrollieren.
C1 adjective /kənˈvɜːrdʒənt/

convergent

konvergent
Meaning
tending to move toward a common point or result
Example
The two rivers have a convergent path before entering the lake.
Die beiden Flüsse haben einen konvergierenden Weg, bevor sie in den See münden.
B1 adjective /ˈfæbjələs/

Fabulous

fabelhaft; unglaublich; außergewöhnlich
Meaning
extremely good; wonderful; extraordinary
Example
She wore a fabulous dress to the party.
Sie trug ein fabelhaftes Kleid zur Party.
C2 verb /bɪˈkɑːm/

becalm

beruhigen
Meaning
to make calm or still; to deprive a sailing vessel of wind
Example
The captain tried to becalm the anxious crew.
Der Kapitän versuchte, die ängstliche Crew zu beruhigen.
C2 adjective /ˌɪnˈekspɜːrt/

inexpert

unerfahren
Meaning
not skilled or experienced; lacking expertise
Example
The inexpert handling of the machine caused several mistakes.
Die unerfahrene Bedienung der Maschine verursachte mehrere Fehler.
A1 noun /ˈdɪnər/

Dinner

Abendessen
Meaning
the main meal of the day, typically eaten in the evening
Example
The family gathered for dinner at 7 PM.
Die Familie versammelte sich um 19 Uhr zum Abendessen.
C1 noun /ˈviːəməns/

Vehemence

Vehemenz; Intensität der Gefühle oder Ausdrucksweise
Meaning
great forcefulness or intensity of feeling or expression; passionate conviction
Example
He argued with such vehemence that everyone was surprised.
Er diskutierte mit solcher Vehemenz, dass jeder überrascht war.
B1 adverb /ˈnjuːli/

newly

vor kurzem
Meaning
in a new or recent manner
Example
She has newly renovated her house.
Sie hat ihr Haus kürzlich renoviert.
B2 adjective /ˈklɪn.ɪ.kəl/

clinical

klinisch
Meaning
Related to the observation and treatment of patients rather than theoretical study.
Example
The doctor conducted a clinical examination.
Der Arzt führte eine klinische Untersuchung durch.
C1 adverb /ˈmiːk.li/

Meekly

demütig; sanft
Meaning
in a quiet, gentle way; without resistance or protest
Example
He meekly accepted the criticism without arguing.
Er nahm die Kritik demütig an, ohne zu streiten.
B2 verb /ɪnˈlɑːrdʒ/

enlarge

vergrößern
Meaning
to make something bigger or increase in size
Example
They decided to enlarge their house.
Sie entschieden sich, ihr Haus zu vergrößern.
A2 noun /ˈstrɔːbəri/

Strawberry

erdbeere
Meaning
a small red heart-shaped fruit with tiny seeds on the surface and sweet taste
Example
I love eating fresh strawberries with cream during summer.
Ich liebe es, frische Erdbeeren mit Sahne im Sommer zu essen.
C1 noun/adjective /ˈmɪriəd/

myriad

unzählbar
Meaning
a countless or extremely great number
Example
There are myriad stars in the night sky.
Es gibt unzählbare Sterne am Nachthimmel.
B2 verb /əˈsɜːrt/

assert

behaupten
Meaning
to state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully; to insist upon rights or claims
Example
She decided to assert her authority in the meeting.
sie entschloss sich, ihre Autorität in der Sitzung durchzusetzen.
B2 noun /wɔːmθ/

warmth

Wärme
Meaning
the quality or state of being warm in temperature or feeling
Example
She felt the warmth of the sun on her face.
Sie spürte die Wärme der Sonne auf ihrem Gesicht.
A1 number /eɪt/

eight

acht
Meaning
The number equivalent to the product of two and four; one more than seven.
Example
There are eight apples in the basket.
Es gibt acht Äpfel im Korb.
C1 adverb /ˈeɪ.mi.ə.bli/

Amiably

freundlich, auf freundliche Weise
Meaning
in a friendly and pleasant manner
Example
They discussed the issue amiably without any arguments.
Sie diskutierten das Thema freundlich ohne jegliche Argumente.
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.
C1 noun /ˈkærɪkətjʊə/

caricature

Karikatur
Meaning
A picture or description that exaggerates certain features for comic or satirical effect.
Example
The magazine published a caricature of the politician.
Das Magazin veröffentlichte eine Karikatur des Politikers.
C1 noun /æmˈniːʒə/

amnesia

Amnesie
Meaning
A partial or total loss of memory, usually caused by injury, illness, or psychological trauma.
Example
After the accident, she suffered from amnesia and could not remember her own name.
Nach dem Unfall litt sie an Amnesie und konnte ihren eigenen Namen nicht mehr erinnern.
B2 noun /vaɪˈbreɪ.ʃən/

Vibration

Vibration
Meaning
a rapid back and forth movement; oscillation
Example
The phone's vibration woke me up.
Die Vibration des Telefons weckte mich auf.
C1 noun /ˈɡʌnˌpaʊdər/

Gunpowder

Schießpulver
Meaning
explosive powder used in guns and fireworks
Example
Gunpowder was invented in ancient China.
Schießpulver wurde im alten China erfunden.
C1 noun prɪˌsɪp.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən

precipitation

Niederschlag
Meaning
Rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to or condenses on the ground.
Example
Annual precipitation levels are decreasing.
Die jährlichen Niederschlagswerte nehmen ab.
C1 verb /ɪnˈsɜːrkəl/

encircle

umkreisen
Meaning
to form a circle around something
Example
The protesters encircled the building in a human chain.
Die Demonstranten umkreisten das Gebäude in einer menschlichen Kette.
C1 noun /ˈwaɪt.lɪst.ɪŋ/

whitelisting

Identifizierung von Benutzern, Software oder IP-Adressen als sicher und vertrauenswürdig
Meaning
Identifying specific users, software, or IP addresses as safe and trusted
Example
Only verified applications are allowed through whitelisting.
Nur verifizierte Anwendungen dürfen durch die Whitelist hindurch.
C1 noun /ˌpɜː.mɪˈæbɪlɪti/

permeability

Permeabilität, die Eigenschaft oder der Zustand, durchlässig zu sein, so dass Flüssigkeiten oder Gase hindurchtreten können
Meaning
The quality or state of being permeable; allowing liquids or gases to pass through.
Example
The permeability of the soil affects water retention.
Die Permeabilität des Bodens beeinflusst die Wasserretention.
B2 noun /ˈhedʒhɒɡ/

Hedge-hog

Igel
Meaning
a small mammal with a spiny coat that can roll into a ball for defense
Example
The hedgehog rolled into a ball when it felt threatened.
Der Igel rollte sich zu einer Kugel, als er sich bedroht fühlte.
C1 adjective /ˌʌndərˈsteɪtɪd/

understated

zurückhaltend
Meaning
Presented in a subtle and restrained way.
Example
She wore an elegant but understated dress.
Sie trug ein elegantes, aber zurückhaltendes Kleid.
B2 adjective /ɪɡˈzɔː.stɪd/

exhausted

erschöpft
Meaning
Extremely tired; having no energy left.
Example
Feeling exhausted after waking up is common.
Sich nach dem Aufwachen erschöpft zu fühlen, ist üblich.
C1 noun /ˌvaɪ.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

viability

Lebensfähigkeit
Meaning
Ability to work successfully; feasibility.
Example
The viability of the project depends on funding.
Die Lebensfähigkeit des Projekts hängt von der Finanzierung ab.
A2 noun /ˈlem.ən/

Lemon

Zitrone
Meaning
a yellow citrus fruit with acidic juice
Example
She squeezed a lemon into her tea.
Sie presste eine Zitrone in ihren Tee.
C1 noun /ˌriː.dɪs.trɪˈbjuː.ʃən/

redistribution

Umverteilung
Meaning
The sharing of wealth or resources more equally among society.
Example
The government introduced a redistribution policy to reduce inequality.
Die Regierung führte eine Umverteilungspolitik ein, um die Ungleichheit zu verringern.
A2 noun/verb /ɡraʊnd/

ground

Boden
Meaning
the solid surface of the earth; to prohibit someone (often a child) from going out
Example
The children played on the ground near the house.
Die Kinder spielten auf dem Boden nahe dem Haus.
B2 noun /ˈdʒɝː.nə.lɪŋ/

journaling

Tagebuchschreiben
Meaning
The practice of writing down your thoughts, feelings, and experiences regularly.
Example
Journaling helps in organizing thoughts and reducing stress.
Journaling hilft, Gedanken zu organisieren und Stress abzubauen.
B2 noun /sɪnˈserɪti/

Sincerity

aufrichtigkeit
Meaning
the quality of being free from pretense or deceit; honesty
Example
His sincerity in apologizing was evident to everyone.
Seine Aufrichtigkeit beim Entschuldigen war für alle offensichtlich.
B1 noun ˈsɪs.təmz

systems

Systeme
Meaning
A set of connected things or parts forming a complex whole.
Example
Effective systems improve productivity.
Effektive Systeme verbessern die Produktivität.
C2 adjective /kəˈmoʊdiəs/

commodious

geräumig
Meaning
spacious and comfortable; having plenty of room
Example
They rented a commodious apartment in the city.
Sie mieteten eine geräumige Wohnung in der Stadt.
C2 noun /ˈblʌfər/

bluffer

Angeber
Meaning
a person who pretends to be more confident, skilled, or knowledgeable than they really are; someone who deceives others by bluffing
Example
Everyone eventually realized that he was just a bluffer with no real experience.
Am Ende merkten alle, dass er ein Angeber war.
B1 noun ˌɑː.tɪˈfɪʃ.əl ɪnˈtɛl.ɪ.dʒəns

artificial intelligence

künstliche Intelligenz
Meaning
The theory and development of computer systems able to perform tasks normally requiring human intelligence.
Example
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing education through smart tutoring.
Künstliche Intelligenz revolutioniert die Bildung durch intelligente Nachhilfe.
C2 noun /ˈmʌstərd ɔɪl/

Mustard Oil

Senföl
Meaning
oil extracted from mustard seeds, commonly used for cooking and medicinal purposes
Example
We use mustard oil for cooking vegetables in our kitchen.
Wir verwenden Senföl zum Kochen von Gemüse in unserer Küche.
B2 verb /kəmˈpraɪz/

comprise

bestehen
Meaning
To consist of or be made up of something.
Example
The committee comprises five members.
Das Komitee besteht aus fünf Mitgliedern.
B2 noun; verb /ˈkætəlɒɡ/

catalogue

Katalog
Meaning
a complete list of items, typically one in alphabetical or systematic order; to make a systematic list of items
Example
The library decided to catalogue all new books digitally.
Die Bibliothek beschloss, alle neuen Bücher digital zu katalogisieren.
C1 noun /ˌsɛnsəˈbɪləti/

Sensibility

sensibilität
Meaning
the ability to appreciate and respond to complex emotional or aesthetic influences; sensitivity
Example
Her artistic sensibility made her appreciate fine details in paintings.
Ihre künstlerische Sensibilität half ihr, die feinen Details in den Gemälden zu schätzen.
B1 verb /loʊˈkeɪt/

locate

lokalisieren
Meaning
to find the exact position or place of something
Example
They managed to locate the missing keys under the couch.
Sie haben es geschafft, die verlorenen Schlüssel unter dem Sofa zu lokalisieren.
C1 adjective /ˈsɪm.jʊ.leɪ.tɪd/

simulated

simuliert
Meaning
Artificially created to look real but not actually real.
Example
The pilot trained in a simulated flight environment.
Der Pilot trainierte in einer simulierten Flugumgebung.
B2 adjective /ˈtʃeɪn.dʒə.bəl/

Changeable

veränderbar; unbeständig
Meaning
able to be changed; likely to change frequently
Example
The weather is very changeable in spring.
Das Wetter ist im Frühling sehr wechselhaft.