B1 adjective /ˈlɪmɪtɪd/

limited

begrenzt

Meaning

Restricted in size, amount, or extent; not great in number or ability.

Example

Tickets for the concert are limited.

Die Tickets für das Konzert sind begrenzt.

C1 noun /səˈrɛn.ɪ.ti/

serenity

Gelassenheit

Meaning

The state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled.

Example

Meditation helps in achieving inner serenity.

Meditation hilft, innere Gelassenheit zu erreichen.

B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zən/

Raisin

rosine

Meaning

dried grape

Example

She added raisins to the oatmeal cookies for extra sweetness.

Sie fügte Rosinen zu den Haferkeksen für zusätzliche Süße hinzu.

B2 noun /ˈfɔːrmjələ/

formula

Formel

Meaning

a fixed method for doing something; a mathematical or chemical rule expressed in symbols

Example

The scientist discovered a new formula for the medicine.

Der Wissenschaftler entdeckte eine neue Formel für das Medikament.

B2 adjective /lʌɡˈʒʊəriəs/

luxurious

luxuriös

Meaning

extremely comfortable, elegant, or enjoyable, often involving great expense

Example

They stayed in a luxurious hotel during their vacation.

Sie übernachteten in einem luxuriösen Hotel während ihres Urlaubs.

C2 verb /bɪˈhuːvz/

behooves

es ist notwendig

Meaning

third person singular form of 'behoove'; means it is proper or necessary

Example

It behooves every citizen to follow the law.

Es ist notwendig, dass jeder Bürger das Gesetz befolgt.

C2 noun /ˈɡloʊmɪŋ/

gloaming

Dämmerung

Meaning

The time of day after the sun has set and before it is completely dark; twilight.

Example

We walked home together in the quiet gloaming.

Wir gingen zusammen im ruhigen Dämmerlicht nach Hause.

C1 adjective /ˌɪn.səbˈstæn.ʃəl/

insubstantial

unwesentlich

Meaning

Lacking strength, substance, or solidity.

Example

The evidence provided was insubstantial and unconvincing.

Die bereitgestellten Beweise waren unwesentlich und wenig überzeugend.

C2 noun /ˈsɛm.ɪ.nɛr.i/

seminary

Seminar

Meaning

A school or college for training priests, ministers, or rabbis.

Example

He decided to enroll in a seminary to study theology.

Er entschied sich, sich in einem Seminar einzuschreiben, um Theologie zu studieren.

B2 noun ˌɪntəˈlektʃuəlz

intellectuals

Intellektuelle

Meaning

People possessing a highly developed intellect; scholars or academics.

Example

Intellectuals protested against the dominance.

Die Intellektuellen protestierten gegen die Vorherrschaft.

B2 noun ডিজিটাল ডিটক্স

digital detox

digitale Entgiftung

Meaning

A period of time during which a person refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones or computers, regarded as an opportunity to reduce stress or focus on social interaction in the physical world.

Example

A digital detox can help reduce hand fatigue.

Eine digitale Entgiftung kann helfen, Handermüdung zu reduzieren.

C1 adjective /ˈsɔːrdɪd/

sordid

erbärmlich

Meaning

involving immoral or dishonorable actions; dirty or unpleasant

Example

The newspaper exposed the politician's sordid past.

Die Zeitung deckte die erbärmliche Vergangenheit des Politikers auf.

B1 noun /ˈbraɪd.ɡrʊm/

Bridegroom

Bräutigam

Meaning

a man on his wedding day or just before and after the event

Example

The nervous bridegroom waited at the altar for his bride to arrive.

Der nervöse Bräutigam wartete am Altar auf seine Braut.

B1 noun /ˈwaɪər/

wire

Draht

Meaning

a thin, flexible thread of metal used to conduct electricity or connect things

Example

The electrician fixed the wire to restore the power.

Der Elektriker hat den Draht repariert, um die Energie wiederherzustellen.

A2 verb /əˈlaʊ/

allow

erlauben

Meaning

to give permission for something to happen or someone to do something

Example

The teacher did not allow phones in class.

Der Lehrer erlaubte keine Handys im Unterricht.

C2 adverb /ˌɪnəzˈmʌtʃ/

inasmuch

insofern

Meaning

To the extent that; considering that.

Example

Inasmuch as you are their teacher, you should guide them carefully.

Insofern du ihr Lehrer bist, solltest du sie sorgfältig anleiten.

C1 adjective /ˈniːd.ləs/

Needless

unnötig

Meaning

unnecessary; not required; without purpose

Example

The argument was needless and could have been avoided.

Das Argument war unnötig und hätte vermieden werden können.

A1 pronoun /ðoʊz/

those

jene

Meaning

used to refer to people or things that are far away or distant in space, time, or thought

Example

Those are the shoes I want.

Jene sind die Schuhe, die ich möchte.

C1 noun /ˌɪməˈrælɪti/

immorality

Unmoral

Meaning

the quality of being immoral; behavior that violates accepted moral standards

Example

The community condemned the immorality of the corrupt officials.

Die Gemeinschaft verurteilte die Unmoral der korrupten Beamten.

A1 verb pleɪ

play

eine Rolle spielen

Meaning

To have a role or function in a situation; to contribute to something.

Example

Artemis will play a crucial role in Mars exploration.

Artemis wird eine entscheidende Rolle in der Mars-Exploration spielen.

A1 noun /ˈbɑːθruːm/

bathroom

Badezimmer

Meaning

a room containing a toilet and usually a sink or shower

Example

The bathroom is on the second floor.

Das Badezimmer ist im zweiten Stock.

C1 noun /ˈpɑːrlər/

parlor

Salon, Geschäft

Meaning

A sitting room in a private house, or a shop providing specified services.

Example

They welcomed the guests into the front parlor.

Sie empfingen die Gäste im vorderen Parlor.

C1 verb /ˈmɛzməˌraɪz/

mesmerize

verzaubern

Meaning

To capture complete attention; to hypnotize or fascinate.

Example

The dancer's graceful movements mesmerized the audience.

Die grazilen Bewegungen der Tänzerin verzauberten das Publikum.

B1 noun /ˈjʌŋstər/

Youngster

junger Mensch; ein Kind oder Jugendlicher; jemand, der in Erfahrung jung ist

Meaning

a young person; a child or teenager; someone who is young in experience

Example

The youngster showed great talent in sports.

Der junge zeigte großes Talent im Sport.

C2 noun /ˈsɪŋ.krə.ni/

synchrony

Synchronität

Meaning

Coordination in time, harmony in action or movement.

Example

Their dance performance showed perfect synchrony.

Ihre Tanzaufführung zeigte perfekte Synchronität.

B2 noun ˈkæp.ɪ.təl.ɪ.zəm

capitalism

Kapitalismus

Meaning

An economic system where trade, industry and production are privately owned and operated for profit.

Example

Capitalism encourages innovation and competition.

Der Kapitalismus fördert Innovation und Wettbewerb.

C1 noun /vəˈlɒs.ɪ.ti/

velocity

Geschwindigkeit

Meaning

Speed or acceleration, the rate of movement of any object or vehicle.

Example

High velocity trains reduce travel time significantly.

Hochgeschwindigkeitszüge reduzieren die Reisezeit erheblich.

C1 noun /əˈpærəl/

apparel

Bekleidung

Meaning

Clothing, especially formal or special clothes.

Example

The store specializes in wedding apparel.

Der Laden ist auf Hochzeitskleidung spezialisiert.

B2 adjective /ˈʌl.tɪ.mət/

Ultimate

ultimativ; abschließend; letzter

Meaning

being the best or most extreme example of its kind; final; last

Example

This is the ultimate test of your skills.

Dies ist der ultimative Test deiner Fähigkeiten.

A1 adjective /kwɪk/

Quick

schnell

Meaning

fast; rapid; swift; happening in a short time

Example

She gave a quick answer to the teacher's question.

Sie gab eine schnelle Antwort auf die Frage des Lehrers.

A1 noun /ˈfəʊtəʊ/

photo

Foto

Meaning

a picture or image captured by a camera

Example

I took a photo of the sunset.

Ich habe ein Foto vom Sonnenuntergang gemacht.

A2 adjective /ˈɪn.dɔːr/

indoor

innen

Meaning

situated, occurring, or used inside a building

Example

Indoor plants can improve air quality at home.

Zimmerpflanzen können die Luftqualität zu Hause verbessern.

A1 adjective /fɜːrst/

first

erster

Meaning

coming before all others in time, order, or importance

Example

She was the first to arrive at the meeting.

Sie war die erste, die im Meeting ankam.

A2 noun /ˈsɪl.vər/

Silver

Silber

Meaning

a shiny white precious metal used for making jewelry and ornaments

Example

The silver ring sparkled in the sunlight.

Der Silberring funkelte im Sonnenlicht.

B1 verb /əˈsɛs/

assess

bewerten

Meaning

to evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of something

Example

The teacher assessed the students' progress.

Der Lehrer bewertete den Fortschritt der Schüler.

C2 noun /dəˈkɔɪt/

Dacoit

Bandit

Meaning

a member of an armed gang of robbers; a bandit, especially in India and Myanmar

Example

The village was terrorized by a gang of dacoits who robbed travelers.

Das Dorf wurde von einer Bande von Banditen terrorisiert, die Reisende ausraubten.

C1 noun /ˈkɒb.lər/

Cobbler

schuster

Meaning

a person who repairs shoes and other leather goods

Example

The cobbler fixed my broken shoes perfectly.

Der Schuster hat meine kaputten Schuhe perfekt repariert.

B2 noun /ˈɡreɪt.fəl.nəs/

Gratefulness

Dankbarkeit

Meaning

the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for kindness

Example

She expressed her gratefulness to the doctors who saved her life.

sie drückte ihre Dankbarkeit gegenüber den Ärzten aus, die ihr Leben gerettet haben.

C1 adjective /ˈæv.ɪd/

avid

leidenschaftlich

Meaning

having an eager desire or enthusiasm for something

Example

She is an avid reader of mystery novels.

Sie ist eine leidenschaftliche Leserin von Kriminalromanen.

C1 noun /ˈpɜːrdʒəri/

perjury

Meineid

Meaning

The offense of willfully telling an untruth in a court after taking an oath.

Example

She was convicted of perjury after giving false evidence.

Sie wurde wegen Meineids verurteilt, nachdem sie falsche Beweise geliefert hatte.

B1 noun, verb /ˈmɜːrdər/

murder

Mord

Meaning

the unlawful killing of a person; to kill someone unlawfully and intentionally

Example

The detective investigated the murder that shocked the town.

Der Detektiv untersuchte das Mord, das die Stadt erschüttert hat.

C1 adjective /rɪˈɡrɛtfəl/

regretful

bedauerlich

Meaning

feeling or showing sadness or disappointment about something that has happened or been done

Example

She gave him a regretful smile as she turned away.

Sie schenkte ihm ein bedauerliches Lächeln, als sie sich abwandte.

C1 adjective, noun /ˈkɑːr.dɪ.nəl/

cardinal

kardinal / grundlegend

Meaning

As an adjective: of prime importance; as a noun: a high-ranking Catholic clergyman or a type of bird.

Example

Honesty is a cardinal virtue in life.

Ehrlichkeit ist eine kardinale Tugend im Leben.

C2 adjective ˌmɔː.fəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl

morphological

morphologisch

Meaning

Related to the structure and formation of words; concerning morphology in linguistics.

Example

Morphological analysis helps AI understand word structures.

Die morphologische Analyse hilft der KI, Wortstrukturen zu verstehen.

C2 noun /ˈætəmaɪzər/

atomizer

zerstäuber

Meaning

A device that sprays liquid into a fine mist.

Example

She used an atomizer to apply the perfume evenly.

Sie benutzte einen Zerstäuber, um das Parfüm gleichmäßig aufzutragen.

C1 noun /ˈvɜː.tɪ.kəl ˈfɑː.mɪŋ/

vertical farming

vertikale Landwirtschaft

Meaning

The practice of growing crops in vertically stacked layers, often incorporating controlled-environment agriculture.

Example

Vertical farming ensures maximum space utilization in urban areas.

Vertikale Landwirtschaft gewährleistet eine maximale Raumnutzung in städtischen Gebieten.

B2 verb ˈeksɪkjuːt

execute

ausführen

Meaning

To carry out or put into effect a plan, order, or course of action.

Example

NASA plans to execute the mission in three phases.

Die NASA plant, die Mission in drei Phasen auszuführen.

C2 adjective /ˈsfɪŋks laɪk/

sphinx-like

mysteriös

Meaning

Mysterious, enigmatic, or difficult to interpret

Example

Her sphinx-like smile made it hard to guess what she was thinking.

Ihr sphinxartiges Lächeln machte es schwer zu erraten, was sie dachte.

C2 adjective /prəˈvaɪzəri/

provisory

vorläufig

Meaning

conditional; depending on certain terms being met

Example

The arrangement was only provisory until the final contract was signed.

Die Vereinbarung war nur vorläufig, bis der endgültige Vertrag unterschrieben wurde.

C2 noun /ˈpær.ɪ.saɪd/

parricide

Vatermord

Meaning

The act of killing one's father, mother, or other close relative.

Example

The court tried him for parricide after the tragic incident.

Das Gericht verurteilte ihn wegen Vatermordes nach dem tragischen Vorfall.

C2 adjective /ˌʌnəˈsweɪdʒd/

unassuaged

unberuhigt

Meaning

Not made less intense or relieved; unrelieved.

Example

His grief remained unassuaged despite the passage of time.

Sein Kummer blieb unberuhigt trotz des Vergehens der Zeit.

B1 adverb /ˈkʌrəntli/

currently

derzeit

Meaning

at the present time; now

Example

He is currently working on a new project.

Er arbeitet derzeit an einem neuen Projekt.

B1 abbreviation /ˌaɪˈiː/

ie

d.h.

Meaning

That is to say; used to clarify or explain something more precisely.

Example

Many amphibians, i.e., frogs and salamanders, can live both in water and on land.

Viele Amphibien, d.h. Frösche und Salamander, können sowohl im Wasser als auch an Land leben.

C2 adjective /ˈtɔːrʃəs/

tortious

rechtswidriges Verhalten

Meaning

Relating to or involving a wrongful act leading to legal liability.

Example

The company was found guilty of tortious interference with contracts.

Das Unternehmen wurde wegen unzulässiger Einmischung in Verträge für schuldig befunden.

C2 noun /ˈdɛkəˌɡɒn/

decagon

Dekagon

Meaning

A polygon with ten sides and ten angles.

Example

The geometry teacher drew a perfect decagon on the board.

Der Mathematiklehrer zeichnete ein perfektes Dekagon auf die Tafel.

A2 verb /feɪl/

fail

scheitern

Meaning

to not succeed in achieving something; to be unsuccessful

Example

He failed to complete the assignment on time.

Er scheiterte daran, die Aufgabe rechtzeitig zu beenden.

C1 verb /ˈænɪmeɪt/

animate

animieren

Meaning

to bring to life or make lively; to create animation for films or cartoons

Example

The artist will animate the characters for the movie.

Der Künstler wird die Charaktere für den Film animieren.

C1 adjective /ˈneɡ.lɪ.dʒənt/

Negligent

nachlässig

Meaning

failing to take proper care; careless; showing lack of attention

Example

The negligent driver caused a serious accident.

Der nachlässige Fahrer verursachte einen schweren Unfall.

C2 noun /rɪˈsɪʒən/

rescission

Kündigung

Meaning

the cancellation or annulment of a law, contract, or agreement

Example

The rescission of the contract left both parties disappointed.

Die Kündigung des Vertrages enttäuschte beide Parteien.

B2 adjective /rɪˈfreʃ.ɪŋ/

Refreshing

erfrischend

Meaning

making one feel energized and renewed; pleasantly new or different

Example

The cool breeze was refreshing after the hot day.

Die kühle Brise war erfrischend nach dem heißen Tag.

B2 adjective /ˈmaɪnd.fəl/

Mindful

aufmerksam; bewusst

Meaning

being conscious or aware; paying attention to the present moment

Example

She is always mindful of her surroundings and pays attention to details.

Sie ist immer aufmerksam auf ihre Umgebung und achtet auf Details.

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.

C2 adjective ˌeə.rəʊˈstæt.ɪk

aerostatic

aerostatisch

Meaning

Relating to or involving gases (especially air) in equilibrium and the equilibrium of balloons or aircraft under the influence of such gases.

Example

Aerostatic designs ensure stability at high altitudes.

Aerostatische Designs gewährleisten Stabilität in großen Höhen.

B2 noun /ˈtrɔːmə/

trauma

Trauma

Meaning

a deeply distressing or disturbing experience; physical injury or emotional shock

Example

The accident left her with lasting emotional trauma.

Der Unfall hinterließ bei ihr ein dauerhaftes emotionales Trauma.

B1 noun /dɪsk/

disc

flaches, dünnes und rundes Objekt

Meaning

a flat, thin, round object or surface

Example

He inserted the music disc into the player.

Er hat die Musik-CD in den Player eingelegt.

B2 noun /dwɔːrf/

dwarf

Zwerg

Meaning

a person, animal, or plant much smaller than average

Example

Snow White lived with seven dwarfs.

Schneewittchen lebte mit sieben Zwergen.

C1 adjective /daɪər/

Dire

schlimm; dringend; schrecklich

Meaning

extremely serious; urgent; terrible

Example

The country is facing a dire economic crisis.

Das Land steht vor einer schlimmen wirtschaftlichen Krise.

A1 adjective /sæd/

sad

traurig

Meaning

feeling or showing sorrow; unhappy

Example

She felt sad after hearing the bad news.

Sie fühlte sich traurig, nachdem sie die schlechten Nachrichten gehört hatte.

B2 adjective /stiːp/

steep

steil, übermäßig

Meaning

Having a sharp inclination or high slope; also can mean excessive (as in price).

Example

The hikers climbed a steep mountain trail.

Die Wanderer kletterten einen steilen Bergweg hinauf.

A1 noun /mɑːm/

mom

Mutter

Meaning

an informal word for mother

Example

My mom makes the best homemade food.

Meine Mutter macht das beste hausgemachte Essen.

A1 noun /kiːp/

Keep

Unterhalt; der stärkste Teil einer Burg

Meaning

food and other things necessary for living; the strongest part of a castle

Example

He worked hard to earn his keep and support his family.

Er arbeitete hart, um seinen Unterhalt zu verdienen und seine Familie zu unterstützen.

C1 noun æmˈbɪvələns

ambivalence

Ambivalenz

Meaning

Having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something; uncertainty or confusion.

Example

She felt ambivalence about taking the job offer.

Sie fühlte Ambivalenz, als sie das Jobangebot annahm.

B1 verb səˈpɔːrtɪŋ

supporting

unterstützen

Meaning

Giving assistance to; helping to bear the weight of something.

Example

Supporting education initiatives helps reduce child labour.

Die Unterstützung von Bildungsinitiativen hilft, Kinderarbeit zu verringern.

A2 noun /kəˈnɛkʃən/

connection

Verbindung

Meaning

a relationship in which a person, thing, or idea is linked or associated with something else

Example

There is a strong connection between exercise and health.

Es gibt eine starke Verbindung zwischen Bewegung und Gesundheit.

B2 adjective /ɡəʊl ɔːˈrɪəntɪd/

goal-oriented

zielorientiert

Meaning

Focused on achieving specific objectives or targets; driven by clear aims.

Example

Being goal-oriented is crucial for achieving success.

Zielorientiert zu sein ist entscheidend für den Erfolg.

C1 noun /ˈpɔːr.kjə.paɪn/

Porcupine

Stachelschwein

Meaning

a large rodent with defensive spines or quills on its body

Example

The porcupine raised its quills when threatened.

Das Stachelschwein hob seine Stacheln, als es bedroht wurde.

B2 noun ˈbaɪ.əʊˌfjuː.əl

biofuel

Biokraftstoff

Meaning

A fuel derived immediately from living matter, as opposed to fossil fuels derived from long-dead biological matter.

Example

Biofuels reduce dependence on conventional energy sources.

Biokraftstoffe verringern die Abhängigkeit von herkömmlichen Energiequellen.

C2 noun /ˈkɒmɪti/

comity

Höflichkeit, gegenseitiger Respekt

Meaning

Courtesy and considerate behavior towards others; mutual respect.

Example

The meeting was conducted with comity and respect.

Das Treffen wurde mit Höflichkeit und Respekt durchgeführt.

C1 adjective /ˌruː.dɪˈmen.tər.i/

Rudimentary

grundlegend; elementar; unterentwickelt; in den frühesten Entwicklungsstadien

Meaning

basic; elementary; undeveloped; in the earliest stage of development

Example

She has only rudimentary knowledge of French.

Sie hat nur rudimentäre Kenntnisse der französischen Sprache.

B1 noun /ˈfɪzɪks/

physics

Physik

Meaning

the natural science that studies matter, energy, and the interactions between them

Example

She decided to major in physics at the university.

Sie entschied sich, an der Universität Physik zu studieren.

B2 noun /ˈraɪfəl/

Rifle

gewehr

Meaning

a gun with a long barrel that is fired from the shoulder

Example

The soldier carried a rifle during the mission.

Der Soldat trug während der Mission ein Gewehr.

C2 noun /ˈɪntəˌkrɒpɪŋ/

intercropping

Zwischenfruchtanbau

Meaning

The agricultural practice of cultivating two or more crops simultaneously in the same field to maximize land use efficiency and improve soil health.

Example

Intercropping can help improve soil fertility and pest control.

Der Zwischenfruchtanbau kann helfen, die Bodenfruchtbarkeit und die Schädlingsbekämpfung zu verbessern.

B1 noun /ˈpʌn.ɪʃ.mənt/

Punishment

Strafe

Meaning

penalty given for doing something wrong or breaking a rule

Example

The student received punishment for cheating on the exam.

Der Student erhielt eine Strafe für das Schummeln bei der Prüfung.

A2 noun /ˈæk.ʃən/

Action

Aktion; Handlung

Meaning

the process of doing something; something that is done

Example

We need to take action to solve this problem.

Wir müssen Maßnahmen ergreifen, um dieses Problem zu lösen.

C1 noun /ˈvæntɪdʒ/

vantage

vorteilhafter Standort

Meaning

a position or situation that gives an advantage or a good view

Example

From this vantage, we could see the entire valley.

Von diesem Standort aus konnten wir das gesamte Tal sehen.

A2 adjective /faɪn/

Fine

gut; ausgezeichnet; dünn; zart; von hoher Qualität

Meaning

good; excellent; thin; delicate; high quality

Example

The weather is fine today.

Das Wetter ist heute gut.

B2 verb /ˈpiːtər/

peter

allmählich nachlassen

Meaning

to diminish gradually and come to an end; to fade or dwindle away

Example

The excitement of the event began to peter out after a few hours.

Die Aufregung des Events begann nach ein paar Stunden zu verblassen.

B2 noun ˈkwɒlɪti sliːp

quality sleep

Qualitätsschlaf

Meaning

Deep and healthy sleep that is adequate and restorative, ensuring physical and mental well-being

Example

Quality sleep improves cognitive function and overall health.

Qualitätsschlaf verbessert die kognitive Funktion und die allgemeine Gesundheit.

B2 adjective /ˈɪrɪteɪtɪd/

irritated

gereizt

Meaning

feeling annoyed or impatient; having inflamed or sore physical condition

Example

She felt irritated by the constant noise outside her window.

Sie war durch den ständigen Lärm gereizt.

C1 noun /ˌhoʊmiˈɑːpəθi/

homeopathy

Homöopathie

Meaning

a system of alternative medicine based on treating diseases with highly diluted substances

Example

He believes in homeopathy for treating common colds.

Er glaubt an Homöopathie zur Behandlung von Erkältungen.

C2 noun /ˈdɛskænt/

descant

Zusatzmelodie

Meaning

An additional melody or counterpoint sung or played above the main melody.

Example

The choir added a beautiful descant to the hymn.

Der Chor fügte dem Lied eine schöne Zusatzmelodie hinzu.

B2 verb /ˈæləkeɪt/

allocate

zuweisen

Meaning

to distribute or assign resources, duties, or responsibilities for a specific purpose

Example

The manager allocated funds for the new project.

Der Manager hat Mittel für das neue Projekt zugewiesen.

B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrti/

Hearty

enthusiastisch und freundlich; substanziell und nahrhaft

Meaning

enthusiastic and friendly; substantial and nourishing

Example

He gave us a hearty welcome when we arrived at his home.

Er gab uns einen herzlichen Empfang, als wir bei ihm ankamen.

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.

C1 adjective /ɪnˈdetɪd/

Indebted

verschuldet; dankbar

Meaning

owing money or gratitude to someone; obligated; grateful

Example

I am deeply indebted to my teacher for all her guidance.

Ich bin meiner Lehrerin tief verbunden für ihre ganze Führung.

C2 noun /ˈkʌlvərt/

culvert

durchlass

Meaning

a tunnel or drain that carries water under a road or railway

Example

The heavy rainwater flowed through the culvert under the bridge.

Das schwere Regenwasser floss durch den Durchlass unter der Brücke.

C1 noun /waɪld bɔːr/

Wild-Boar

Wildschwein

Meaning

a wild pig that lives in forests and has long curved teeth

Example

The wild boar ran through the forest quickly.

Das Wildschwein rannte schnell durch den Wald.

C2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnʃən/

intension

innere Bedeutung

Meaning

The internal content of a concept; the set of attributes implied by a word or phrase.

Example

The intension of the word 'dog' includes being a mammal and domesticated.

Die Intension des Wortes 'Hund' umfasst, ein Säugetier und domestiziert zu sein.

A2 verb /ˈvɪzɪtɪŋ/

visiting

besuchen

Meaning

Going to see and spend time with someone or at a place.

Example

The group is visiting islands during the expedition.

Die Gruppe besucht während der Expedition Inseln.

C2 noun /sɪˈkwiːlə/

sequela

Folgeerscheinung

Meaning

A condition that is the consequence of a previous disease or injury.

Example

Lung scarring can be a sequela of severe pneumonia.

Lungenschäden können eine Folgeerscheinung einer schweren Lungenentzündung sein.

C1 noun /ˈderˌdevəl/

daredevil

Waghalsiger

Meaning

A person who enjoys doing dangerous or risky things.

Example

The stunt was performed by a famous daredevil.

Der Stunt wurde von einem berühmten Waghalsigen durchgeführt.

B2 verb/adjective /ɑːrˈtɪkjʊlət/

articulate

artikulieren

Meaning

to express thoughts or ideas clearly; having the ability to speak fluently and clearly

Example

She was able to articulate her ideas during the meeting.

Sie konnte ihre Ideen während des Treffens artikulieren.

C1 noun /ˈpɛs.tɪ.saɪd ˈrɛz.ɪ.djuː/

pesticide-residue

Pestizidrückstände

Meaning

Chemical remnants left over from pesticides used on crops or in soil.

Example

Excess pesticide-residue in food can be harmful to health.

Übermäßige Pestizidrückstände in Lebensmitteln können schädlich für die Gesundheit sein.

C1 noun /ˈskwɒtər/

squatter

Hausbesetzer

Meaning

a person who unlawfully occupies an uninhabited building or unused land

Example

The police removed the squatters from the abandoned house.

Die Polizei entfernte die Hausbesetzer aus dem verlassenen Haus.

C1 adjective /ˌɛvərˈlæstɪŋ/

everlasting

ewig

Meaning

Lasting forever or for an indefinitely long time.

Example

The poet wrote about his everlasting love for nature.

Der Dichter schrieb über seine ewige Liebe zur Natur.

C1 adjective /ˈmænɪfoʊld/

Manifold

vielfältig

Meaning

many and of several different types; multiple; various

Example

The project has manifold benefits for the community.

Das Projekt hat vielfältige Vorteile für die Gemeinschaft.

C2 noun /ˈæktʃuˌɛri/

actuary

Aktuar

Meaning

A professional who analyzes financial risk using mathematics, statistics, and financial theory, especially in insurance and pensions.

Example

The actuary calculated the risk before finalizing the insurance policy.

Der Aktuar berechnete das Risiko, bevor die Versicherungspolice abgeschlossen wurde.

C2 noun /ˈpɜːrkwɪzɪt raɪt/

perquisiteperquisiteright

Recht auf Zusatzleistungen

Meaning

a legal right to certain benefits or privileges associated with a job or office

Example

The judge enjoyed certain perquisite rights attached to his position.

Der Richter genoss bestimmte Zusatzrechte, die mit seiner Position verbunden waren.

B2 adjective /səbˈstæn.ʃəl/

Substantial

substanziell; erheblich; bedeutend

Meaning

large in size, amount, or importance; considerable; significant

Example

There was a substantial increase in sales this quarter.

Es gab einen erheblichen Anstieg der Verkäufe in diesem Quartal.

B1 noun /ˌɪntərˈækʃən/

interaction

gegenseitige Interaktion

Meaning

The process of people or things acting upon or influencing each other.

Example

The teacher encouraged more interaction between students.

Der Lehrer förderte mehr Interaktion zwischen den Schülern.

C2 adjective /ˈmiː.di.əl/

Meaning

a structure where ships are loaded, unloaded, or repaired

Example

The ship stayed at the dock for two days.

Das Schiff blieb zwei Tage im Dock.

C1 noun /ˈɪn.fən.tri/

Infantry

infanterie

Meaning

soldiers marching or fighting on foot; foot soldiers collectively

Example

The infantry advanced across the battlefield on foot.

Die Infanterie marschierte zu Fuß über das Schlachtfeld.

B2 noun /ˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/

termination

Beendigung

Meaning

the act of ending something or the state of being ended

Example

The termination of the contract caused financial loss.

Die Beendigung des Vertrags führte zu finanziellen Verlusten.