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A1 adverb /ˈmeɪbi/

maybe

vielleicht
Meaning
used to express possibility or uncertainty
Example
Maybe we will go to the park tomorrow.
Vielleicht gehen wir morgen in den Park.
C2 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈkɒnsɪləbl/

irreconcilable

unversöhnlich
Meaning
impossible to make compatible or bring into harmony; unable to resolve differences
Example
The couple separated due to irreconcilable differences.
Das Paar trennte sich aufgrund unversöhnlicher Differenzen.
A1 noun /wɒtʃ/

Watch

Uhr; Überwachung; Beobachtung
Meaning
a small timepiece worn on the wrist; the act of observing or monitoring
Example
He checked his watch to see if he was late for the meeting.
Er schaute auf seine Uhr, um zu sehen, ob er zu spät zum Meeting kam.
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.
C1 noun /rɪˈvɜːrʒən/

reversion

Rückkehr
Meaning
the act of returning to a previous state or condition
Example
The new policy marked a reversion to traditional methods.
Die neue Politik markierte eine Rückkehr zu traditionellen Methoden.
B1 adjective /ˈmɪzərəbəl/

Miserable

elend; unglücklich; leidensverursachend
Meaning
very unhappy; wretched; causing suffering
Example
He felt miserable after losing his job.
Er fühlte sich elend, nachdem er seinen Job verloren hatte.
B2 verb /kəmˈplaɪ/

comply

befolgen
Meaning
to act in accordance with a rule, request, or law
Example
All companies must comply with safety regulations.
Alle Unternehmen müssen die Sicherheitsvorschriften einhalten.
C2 verb /rɛtʃ/

retch

Glück
Meaning
to make the sound and movement of vomiting without bringing anything up
Example
The smell of spoiled food made him retch violently.
Der Geruch von verdorbenem Essen ließ ihn gewaltsam erbrechen.
C2 noun /ʃɪˈfɒn/

chiffon

Chiffon
Meaning
A lightweight, sheer fabric often used in dresses or scarves.
Example
She wore a beautiful chiffon dress at the party.
Sie trug ein schönes Chiffonkleid auf der Party.
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 verb /əˈpɪə/

appear

erscheinen
Meaning
to become visible or come into sight; to seem
Example
She appeared suddenly at the door.
Sie erschien plötzlich an der Tür.
B2 noun /ˈfeɪbəl/

fable

Fabel
Meaning
a short story, typically featuring animals as characters, that conveys a moral lesson
Example
Aesop’s fables are famous for teaching valuable lessons through simple stories.
Äsops Fabeln sind berühmt dafür, wertvolle Lektionen durch einfache Geschichten zu lehren.
B2 noun /wɔːrd/

ward

Station
Meaning
A separate room in a hospital for patients; also a division of a city or a person under guardianship.
Example
She was admitted to the children's ward.
Sie wurde auf die Kinderstation aufgenommen.
C1 adjective /rɪˈstreɪnd/

restrained

zurückhaltend
Meaning
characterized by reserve or self-control; held back
Example
Her restrained reaction surprised everyone.
Ihre zurückhaltende Reaktion überraschte alle.
C2 verb (past tense, past participle), adjective /ˈhæmstrʌŋ/

hamstrung

gelähmt oder eingeschränkt
Meaning
crippled or severely restricted in movement or progress.
Example
The team was hamstrung by lack of resources.
Das Team war durch Ressourcenmangel eingeschränkt.
A2 noun ˈprəʊ.ses

process

prozess
Meaning
A series of actions or steps taken in order to achieve a particular end.
Example
Recruitment involves a three-stage process.
Die Rekrutierung umfasst einen dreistufigen Prozess.
B1 adverb /ˈmiːn.waɪl/

Meanwhile

inzwischen
Meaning
at the same time; during the same period
Example
She was cooking dinner, meanwhile he was setting the table.
Sie kochte das Abendessen, während er den Tisch deckte.
C2 noun /ˈveɪnɡlɔːri/

vainglory

Eitelkeit
Meaning
Excessive vanity or boastfulness about one's achievements.
Example
His speech was filled with vainglory and self-praise.
Seine Rede war voller Eitelkeit und Eigenlob.
A2 verb /dʒɔɪn/

join

beitreten
Meaning
to connect or combine; to become a member of something
Example
Would you like to join our team for the project?
Möchtest du unserem Team für das Projekt beitreten?
A1 noun /bɜːrd/

bird

Vogel
Meaning
a warm-blooded animal with feathers and wings that usually lays eggs and can often fly
Example
A bird was singing on the tree branch.
Ein Vogel sang auf dem Baumzweig.
B1 adjective /əˈrɪdʒ.ɪ.nəl/

Original

original; primär; authentisch
Meaning
first; fundamental; primary; authentic
Example
This is the original document, not a copy.
Dies ist das Originaldokument, keine Kopie.
C1 noun /kɪˈməʊnoʊ/

kimono

kimono
Meaning
a traditional Japanese robe with wide sleeves, tied with a sash
Example
She wore a beautiful silk kimono at the ceremony.
Sie trug ein wunderschönes Seidenkimono bei der Zeremonie.
C2 noun /pəˈruːzl/

perusal

aufmerksames Lesen
Meaning
The action of reading or examining something carefully.
Example
The contract was given to the lawyer for perusal.
Der Vertrag wurde dem Anwalt zur sorgfältigen Durchsicht übergeben.
C2 noun /ˈænsɛstrɪs/

ancestress

weibliche Vorfahrin
Meaning
a female ancestor; a woman from whom one is descended
Example
She discovered that her ancestress came from a small village in Bengal.
Sie entdeckte, dass ihre weibliche Vorfahrin aus einem kleinen Dorf in Bengalen stammte.
B2 adjective /ˈjuː.nɪ.faɪd/

unified

vereinigt
Meaning
Made into a whole or joined together.
Example
A unified approach fosters better outcomes.
Ein vereinter Ansatz fördert bessere Ergebnisse.
C1 noun /dʒɪst/

Gist

Kern
Meaning
the substance or essence of a speech or text; the main point
Example
I missed the beginning of the lecture, but I caught the gist of the professor's argument.
Ich habe den Anfang der Vorlesung verpasst, aber den Kern des Arguments des Professors verstanden.
C1 adjective /ˈflʌstərd/

flustered

verwirrt
Meaning
in a state of confusion or agitation
Example
She appeared flustered after being asked so many questions.
Sie schien nach so vielen Fragen verwirrt zu sein.
C1 adjective /ɔːˈstɪə/

austere

streng, schlicht
Meaning
Severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance; plain and simple.
Example
The monk lived an austere life in the mountains.
Der Mönch lebte ein strenges Leben in den Bergen.
C1 verb /ɪˈvɪkt/

evict

kündigen
Meaning
To expel someone from a property, usually by legal process.
Example
The landlord decided to evict the tenants for not paying rent.
Der Vermieter entschied sich, die Mieter wegen Nichtzahlung der Miete zu kündigen.
A2 noun /ˌʌpˈsteəz/

Upstairs

obere Etage
Meaning
on or to an upper floor of a building; the upper floor or floors
Example
She went upstairs to her bedroom to rest.
Sie ging nach oben in ihr Schlafzimmer, um sich auszuruhen.
A2 verb /fɪl/

fill

füllen
Meaning
to make or become full; to put something into a container until it is full
Example
Please fill the glass with water.
Bitte füllen Sie das Glas mit Wasser.
C1 noun/verb /ˈslʌmbər/

slumber

Schlaf
Meaning
A state of sleep; to sleep lightly or rest.
Example
The child slumbered peacefully through the night.
Das Kind schlief die ganze Nacht friedlich.
B2 adjective /ˈles.ər/

Lesser

geringer
Meaning
smaller in amount; of lower importance; inferior
Example
He chose the lesser of two evils when making his decision.
Er wählte das geringere von zwei Übeln, als er seine Entscheidung traf.
B1 adjective /ɪkˈstrɔːr.dɪ.nər.i/

Extraordinary

außergewöhnlich; bemerkenswert;
Meaning
very unusual; remarkable; going beyond what is normal or expected
Example
The magician's performance was extraordinary and left everyone amazed.
Die Darbietung des Magiers war außergewöhnlich und ließ alle erstaunt zurück
B2 noun, verb /ˈaʊtlɔː/

outlaw

Gesetzloser
Meaning
as a noun: a person who breaks the law and lives outside its protection; as a verb: to make something illegal
Example
The government decided to outlaw the harmful practice.
Die Regierung hat beschlossen, die schädliche Praxis zu verbieten.
C2 adjective /ˌbækəˈneɪliən/

bacchanalian

mit Trunkenheit verbunden
Meaning
Characterized by or involving drunken revelry.
Example
The students threw a bacchanalian party after the exams.
Die Studenten veranstalteten nach den Prüfungen eine mit Trunkenheit verbundene Party.
B2 noun /ɪkˈsploʊʒən/

explosion

Explosion
Meaning
a violent burst or release of energy, often causing damage and noise
Example
The explosion shook the entire neighborhood.
Die Explosion erschütterte die gesamte Nachbarschaft.
C2 noun /ˈaɪ.sɔːr/

Eyesore

Ärgernis; schrecklicher Anblick
Meaning
something that is very ugly and unpleasant to look at
Example
The abandoned building has become an eyesore in the neighborhood.
Das verlassene Gebäude ist zu einem Ärgernis in der Nachbarschaft geworden.
B2 adjective /prɪˈpærəˌtɔːri/

Preparatory

vorbereitend; einführend; als Vorbereitung bestimmt
Meaning
preliminary; introductory; intended as preparation
Example
She attended preparatory classes before the final exam.
Sie nahm vorbereitende Kurse vor der Abschlussprüfung.
C2 verb /rɪˈkwaɪt/

requite

erwidern
Meaning
to return or repay a favor, service, or feeling
Example
She requited his kindness with a thoughtful gift.
Sie erwiderte seine Freundlichkeit mit einem durchdachten Geschenk.
C2 adjective /ˌsuːprəˈmʌndeɪn/

supramundane

supramundan
Meaning
beyond the physical or ordinary world; transcendent
Example
The monk spoke of supramundane peace beyond material life.
Der Mönch sprach von supramundanem Frieden jenseits des materiellen Lebens.
C1 verb /ˈmjuːteɪt/

mutate

mutieren
Meaning
To change or cause to change in form, nature, or character.
Example
The virus can mutate into a more dangerous strain.
Das Virus kann sich in einen gefährlicheren Stamm mutieren.
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.
C2 noun /ˈhɒdʒ.pɒdʒ/

hodgepodge

wirres Durcheinander
Meaning
A confusing mixture of different things; a jumble.
Example
The essay was a hodgepodge of unrelated ideas.
Der Aufsatz war ein wirres Durcheinander von nicht zusammenhängenden Ideen.
B2 noun /ˈrækɪt/

racket

Schläger / Lärm
Meaning
A piece of equipment used to hit the ball in sports like tennis or badminton; also a loud noise or an illegal scheme.
Example
He bought a new tennis racket for the match.
Er hat einen neuen Tennisschläger für das Match gekauft.
C1 verb /ˈhɔːrɪfaɪ/

horrify

entsetzen
Meaning
to fill with horror; to shock or disgust greatly
Example
The violent scene horrified the audience.
Die gewalttätige Szene entsetzte das Publikum.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈtʃeɪndʒɪŋ/

unchanging

unverändert
Meaning
remaining the same over time; not changing
Example
Her love for her family was unchanging throughout the years.
Ihre Liebe zu ihrer Familie blieb über die Jahre unverändert.
C2 noun /ˈpær.əkˌsɪz.əm/

paroxysm

plötzlicher Ausbruch
Meaning
A sudden, violent outburst of emotion or activity.
Example
She was seized by a paroxysm of laughter.
Sie wurde von einem plötzlichen Lachanfall erfasst.
A2 adjective /ˈɔːfəl/

awful

schrecklich
Meaning
very bad or unpleasant
Example
The weather was awful during our trip.
Das Wetter war schrecklich während unserer Reise.
B1 noun /ˈbækʌp/

backup

Backup
Meaning
a copy of data stored separately to protect against loss
Example
Make sure to have a backup of your important files.
Stellen Sie sicher, dass Sie ein Backup Ihrer wichtigen Dateien haben.
C1 noun /əˈluːʒən/

allusion

Andeutung
Meaning
An indirect reference to something without mentioning it explicitly.
Example
Her story contained an allusion to a famous myth.
Ihre Geschichte enthielt eine Andeutung auf einen berühmten Mythos.
B1 verb /ˌrɛprɪˈzɛnt/

represent

repräsentieren
Meaning
to act or speak on behalf of someone or something
Example
He will represent our company at the conference.
Er wird unser Unternehmen auf der Konferenz vertreten.
A1 noun /fuːd/

food

Nahrung
Meaning
any nutritious substance that people or animals eat or drink to maintain life and growth
Example
Rice is a common food in Asia.
Reis ist ein gängiges Nahrungsmittel in Asien.
A2 noun /fəˈtɒɡrəfə/

photographer

Fotograf
Meaning
a person who takes photographs professionally
Example
The photographer captured the beauty of nature.
Der Fotograf hat die Schönheit der Natur eingefangen.
B1 adverb /səˈpraɪzɪŋli/

surprisingly

überraschenderweise
Meaning
in a way that causes surprise or amazement
Example
Surprisingly, she finished the entire project in just one day.
Überraschenderweise beendete sie das gesamte Projekt an nur einem Tag.
A2 verb /kwɪt/

quit

aufhören
Meaning
to stop doing something; to leave a job or position
Example
She decided to quit her job and start her own business.
Sie beschloss, ihren Job zu kündigen und ihr eigenes Geschäft zu starten.
B2 noun /ˈbev.ər.ɪdʒ/

Beverage

getränk
Meaning
a drink, especially one other than water
Example
Would you like a hot or cold beverage with your meal?
Möchten Sie ein heißes oder kaltes Getränk zu Ihrer Mahlzeit?
B1 adjective /ʌnˈplɛz.ənt/

Unpleasant

unangenehm
Meaning
not giving or causing pleasure; disagreeable
Example
The medicine had an unpleasant taste.
Das Medikament hatte einen unangenehmen Geschmack.
C2 adjective /ˈnjuː.trɪ.tɪv/

nutritive

nahrhaft
Meaning
Relating to nutrition; having nourishing qualities.
Example
The nutritive value of the fruit is very high.
Der Nährwert der Frucht ist sehr hoch.
C1 adjective /ˈraʊzɪŋ/

rousing

aufregend
Meaning
Exciting, inspiring, or stirring.
Example
The speaker delivered a rousing speech that moved the audience.
Der Redner hielt eine aufregende Rede, die das Publikum bewegte.
B2 noun, verb /ræmp/

ramp

rampe
Meaning
a sloping surface joining two different levels; as a verb, to increase or rise sharply
Example
The car drove up the ramp into the parking garage.
Das Auto fuhr die Rampe in die Garage hinauf.
A2 noun, verb /lɪŋk/

link

Verbindung
Meaning
a connection between two things; to connect or associate
Example
The article includes a link to the official website.
Der Artikel enthält einen Link zur offiziellen Webseite.
C1 adjective /ɡlaɪˈsiː.mɪk/

glycemic

glukosebezogen
Meaning
Relating to the presence of glucose in the blood and how foods affect blood sugar levels.
Example
High-glycemic foods cause a rapid increase in blood sugar.
Lebensmittel mit hohem glykämischen Index führen zu einem schnellen Anstieg des Blutzuckers.
C2 adjective /ˈpjuːɪsənt/

puissant

mächtig
Meaning
having great power or influence; mighty
Example
The king was a puissant ruler whose word was law.
Der König war ein mächtiger Herrscher, dessen Wort Gesetz war.
B1 noun /sleɪv/

slave

Sklave
Meaning
a person who is the legal property of another and is forced to work for them
Example
The abolitionist movement fought for the rights of slaves.
Die abolitionistische Bewegung kämpfte für die Rechte der Sklaven.
B1 noun /per/

Pear

Birne
Meaning
a sweet juicy fruit with a rounded shape that is wider at the bottom than the top
Example
She enjoyed a fresh pear from the orchard.
Sie genoss eine frische Birne aus dem Obstgarten.
C2 noun /ˈpæn.θi.ɪ.zəm/

pantheism

Pantheismus
Meaning
The belief that God and the universe are identical, or that everything is a manifestation of God.
Example
Spinoza’s philosophy is often associated with pantheism.
Die Philosophie von Spinoza wird oft mit dem Pantheismus in Verbindung gebracht.
B1 noun /wɪdθ/

Width

Breite; Ausdehnung
Meaning
the measurement or extent of something from side to side; breadth
Example
The width of the river is about 50 meters.
Die Breite des Flusses beträgt etwa 50 Meter.
C1 verb /ɪnˈkrɪmɪˌneɪt/

incriminate

belasten
Meaning
to make someone appear guilty of a crime or wrongdoing
Example
The new evidence could incriminate the suspect in the robbery case.
Die neuen Beweise könnten den Verdächtigen im Raubüberfallfall belasten.
C1 verb rɪˈplɛn.ɪʃ

replenish

auffüllen
Meaning
Fill something up again.
Example
Drinking water helps replenish lost fluids in the body.
Wasser trinken hilft, verlorene Flüssigkeiten im Körper wieder aufzufüllen.
A2 noun, verb /bɑːr/

bar

Bar, sperren
Meaning
a counter where drinks are served; to prevent or block
Example
They decided to meet at the bar after work.
Sie entschieden sich, nach der Arbeit in der Bar zu treffen.
C1 adjective /ˈen.vi.ə.bəl/

Enviable

beneidenswert
Meaning
causing envy; desirable
Example
Her success was enviable among her peers.
Ihr Erfolg war unter ihren Kollegen beneidenswert.
B2 noun /ˈprɛdətər/

predator

Raubtier
Meaning
An animal that hunts and kills other animals for food.
Example
Lions are powerful predators in the savannah.
Löwen sind mächtige Raubtiere in der Savanne.
C1 noun /ˈplʌn.dər.ər/

Plunderer

Plünderer
Meaning
a person who steals goods, especially during war or civil disorder
Example
The plunderers ransacked the village after the battle.
Die Plünderer plünderten das Dorf nach der Schlacht.
C2 noun /ˈæpəplɛksi/

apoplexy

Plötzlicher Verlust des Bewusstseins oder der Kontrolle aufgrund eines Schlaganfalls oder extremen Zorns
Meaning
A sudden loss of consciousness or control due to stroke or extreme anger.
Example
The old man nearly had apoplexy when he heard the shocking news.
Der alte Mann hatte fast einen Schlaganfall, als er die schockierende Nachricht hörte.
C1 adjective /ˈnɒnʃələnt/

nonchalant

Meaning
Appearing calm, casual, and unconcerned.
Example
He gave a nonchalant shrug and walked away.
C2 adjective /ˈmɔːdlɪn/

maudlin

zu sentimental
Meaning
Overly sentimental, often tearfully or weakly emotional.
Example
He became maudlin after a few drinks.
Er wurde sentimental, nachdem er ein paar Drinks getrunken hatte.
C2 adjective /ˈwɪnsəm/

winsome

gewinnend
Meaning
pleasant and attractive in a fresh, innocent, or charming way
Example
Her winsome smile instantly put the nervous guests at ease.
Ihr gewinnendes Lächeln brachte die nervösen Gäste sofort zur Ruhe.
C1 adjective /ˌeɪθiˈɪstɪk/

atheistic

atheistisch
Meaning
Relating to or characteristic of atheists or atheism.
Example
She grew up in an atheistic household with no religious rituals.
Sie wuchs in einem atheistischen Haushalt ohne religiöse Rituale auf.
C2 adjective /ˈlɪmbər/

limber

flexibel und agil
Meaning
Flexible and agile in body or movement.
Example
Dancers need to stay limber to perform well.
Tänzer müssen flexibel bleiben, um gut zu performen.
C1 verb /ˈrʌsl/

rustle

rascheln
Meaning
To make a soft, light sound like leaves or paper moving.
Example
The leaves rustled gently in the evening breeze.
Die Blätter raschelten sanft im Abendwind.
C2 noun /ˌmɑːrtəˈnɛt/

martinet

ein strenger Disziplinar
Meaning
A strict disciplinarian who demands rigid adherence to rules.
Example
The new manager was such a martinet that even minor infractions were punished.
Der neue Manager war ein solcher Martinet, dass selbst kleinere Verstöße bestraft wurden.
B1 noun /boʊ/

Bow

Bogen
Meaning
a weapon for shooting arrows, made of a curved piece of wood
Example
The archer drew his bow and aimed at the target.
Der Bogenschütze zog seinen Bogen und zielte auf das Ziel.
C2 noun /ˌjuːnɪˈtɛəriən/

unitarian

unitarier
Meaning
A person who believes that God exists as one entity rather than as a Trinity; a member of a religious denomination that emphasizes individual freedom of belief.
Example
The Unitarian church is known for its inclusive and open-minded approach.
Die unitarische Kirche ist bekannt für ihren inklusiven und offenen Ansatz.
C2 noun /ˈɔːlmənæk/

almanac

almanach
Meaning
An annual publication containing calendars, weather forecasts, astronomical data, and other useful information.
Example
He consulted the almanac to check the phases of the moon.
Er konsultierte den Almanach, um die Mondphasen zu überprüfen.
C2 adjective /spraɪ/

spry

flink
Meaning
active and lively, especially in old age
Example
The spry grandmother surprised everyone with her quick dance steps.
Die flinke Großmutter überraschte alle mit ihren schnellen Tanzschritten.
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.
C2 noun /ɪˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/

enunciation

Enunziation, klare Aussprache
Meaning
The act of saying or pronouncing words clearly and distinctly.
Example
His enunciation was clear during the presentation.
Seine Enunziation war während der Präsentation klar.
C1 verb /ˈluːbrɪkeɪt/

lubricate

schmieren
Meaning
to apply oil or grease to reduce friction between surfaces
Example
The mechanic lubricated the car engine parts.
Der Mechaniker hat die Teile des Auto-Motors geschmiert.
B2 adjective /dɪˈpɛndəbl/

dependable

zuverlässig
Meaning
able to be trusted or relied on; consistently reliable
Example
She is a dependable colleague who always meets deadlines.
Sie ist eine zuverlässige Kollegin, die immer Termine einhält.
B1 verb /oʊ/

owe

schulden
Meaning
to be under obligation to pay or repay; to be indebted
Example
I owe my success to my parents' support.
Ich schulde meinen Erfolg der Unterstützung meiner Eltern.
C2 noun /blæk biː/

Black-bee

schwarze Biene
Meaning
a large dark-colored bee that makes a loud buzzing sound
Example
The black-bee was buzzing around the flowers in the garden.
Die schwarze Biene summte um die Blumen im Garten.
A2 noun /kɔːrs/

course

Kurs, Weg oder eine Reihe von Bildungslektionen
Meaning
a direction, path, or a set of educational lessons
Example
She enrolled in a computer science course.
Sie hat sich für einen Informatikkurs eingeschrieben.
A1 interjection /heɪ/

hey

Hey
Meaning
used to attract attention, express surprise, or greet someone
Example
Hey, how are you doing today?
Hey, wie geht es dir heute?
C1 noun /ˈsɛpərətɪst/

separatist

Separatist
Meaning
A person who supports the separation of a group from a larger body, often for political or cultural independence.
Example
The separatist group demanded independence from the central government.
Die separatistische Gruppe forderte die Unabhängigkeit von der Zentralregierung.
A1 noun /tiː/

Tea

Tee
Meaning
a hot drink made by pouring boiling water onto dried leaves
Example
We drink tea every morning at breakfast.
Wir trinken jeden Morgen Tee zum Frühstück.
B1 noun ɪnˈtel.ɪ.dʒəns

intelligence

Intelligenz
Meaning
The ability to learn, understand, and think in a logical way about things
Example
Intelligence is key in AI development.
Intelligenz ist der Schlüssel zur KI-Entwicklung.
C2 noun /ˌvæs.ɪˈleɪ.ʃən/

Vacillation

Zögern
Meaning
the inability to decide between different opinions or actions; indecision
Example
His constant vacillation between career choices frustrated his parents.
Seine ständige Zögern zwischen Karrierentscheidungen frustrierte seine Eltern.
C1 verb /ˈɛkstrəˌdaɪt/

extradite

extradieren
Meaning
to hand over a person accused or convicted of a crime to another country or state
Example
The government agreed to extradite the fugitive to his home country.
Die Regierung stimmte zu, den Flüchtigen in sein Heimatland zu extradieren.
C2 noun /ˌæntiˈsaɪkloʊn/

anticyclone

Hochdruckgebiet
Meaning
A weather system with high atmospheric pressure at its center, usually bringing calm and clear conditions.
Example
An anticyclone brought sunny weather across the region.
Ein Hochdruckgebiet brachte sonniges Wetter in der gesamten Region.
A2 noun /ˈsɪɡəˌrɛt/

cigarette

Zigarette
Meaning
a small roll of finely cut tobacco wrapped in paper for smoking
Example
He lit a cigarette after dinner.
Er zündete nach dem Abendessen eine Zigarette an.
C1 noun /ˌtɛknɪˈkæləti/

technicality

technischeität
Meaning
A small detail of law, rule, or procedure; a minor point that affects an outcome.
Example
The case was dismissed on a technicality.
Der Fall wurde wegen einer technischenität abgewiesen.
C1 adjective /ˌhɔːrtɪˈkʌltʃərəl/

horticultural

gartenbaulich
Meaning
Relating to the art or practice of garden cultivation and management.
Example
She studied horticultural science at the university.
Sie studierte Gartenbauwissenschaften an der Universität.
C1 noun ˌfɜːr.tɪ.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

fertilization

düngung
Meaning
The process of adding nutrients to soil to increase crop productivity.
Example
Organic fertilization enhances soil health.
Organische Düngung verbessert die Bodenqualität.
C2 adjective /ˌɪnkænˈdɛsənt/

incandescent

glühend
Meaning
emitting light as a result of being heated; extremely bright or passionate
Example
The incandescent lamp lit up the entire hall.
Die glühende Lampe erleuchtete den gesamten Raum.
C1 noun /ˈdɪsənˌtɛri/

dysentery

Darmkrankheit (Durchfall mit Blut und Schleim)
Meaning
An infection of the intestines resulting in severe diarrhea with blood and mucus.
Example
Many soldiers suffered from dysentery during the war.
Viele Soldaten litten während des Krieges an Dysenterie.
C1 adjective /ˈmɑːrʃəl/

martial

militärisch
Meaning
Related to war, soldiers, or military life.
Example
The country imposed martial law during the crisis.
Das Land verhängte während der Krise das Kriegsrecht.
B2 noun /dʒɜːm/

germ

Keim
Meaning
a microscopic organism, especially one that causes disease
Example
Washing your hands helps prevent the spread of germs.
Händewaschen hilft, die Verbreitung von Keimen zu verhindern.
B1 noun /ˈbeɡər/

Beggar

bettler
Meaning
a person who lives by asking for money or food
Example
The beggar sat by the temple asking for alms.
Der Bettler saß neben dem Tempel und bat um Almosen.
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.
B1 noun /ˈækses/

Access

Zugang
Meaning
the ability, right, or permission to approach, enter, or pass to and from a place
Example
Students have access to the library 24 hours a day.
Studenten haben rund um die Uhr Zugang zur Bibliothek.
B1 verb /rɪˈvjuː/

review

überprüfen
Meaning
to examine or assess something again; to write a critical evaluation
Example
I need to review my notes before the exam.
Ich muss meine Notizen vor der Prüfung überprüfen.
C2 noun /waɪl/

wile

List, Täuschung
Meaning
A trick or clever scheme meant to deceive or outwit someone.
Example
He used every wile to win her trust.
Er benutzte jeden Trick, um ihr Vertrauen zu gewinnen.
B1 noun ˈvɪktəri

victory

Sieg
Meaning
The act of defeating an enemy or opponent in a battle, game, or other competition.
Example
The victory of Bangladesh on December 16 is a moment of pride.
Der Sieg von Bangladesch am 16. Dezember ist ein Moment des Stolzes.
B2 noun /ˈtɔːrsoʊ/

torso

Oberkörper
Meaning
The trunk of the human body, excluding the head and limbs.
Example
The artist painted the torso of the model in great detail.
Der Künstler malte den Oberkörper des Modells im Detail.
C2 adjective /ˈhɔːri/

hoary

grau, alt
Meaning
gray or white with age; very old and respected
Example
The hoary oak tree stood as a witness to centuries of history.
Der alte Eichenbaum stand als Zeuge von Jahrhunderten der Geschichte.
C2 verb /ˈdɛpjʊˌtaɪz/

deputize

jemanden als Stellvertreter ernennen
Meaning
To appoint someone as a deputy; to act as a substitute or representative.
Example
The sheriff decided to deputize several locals to help maintain order.
Der Sheriff beschloss, mehrere Einheimische zu deputieren, um die Ordnung aufrechtzuerhalten.
A2 noun /ədˈvæn.tɪdʒ/

Advantage

Vorteil; Nutzen
Meaning
a condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable position; a benefit
Example
Having a college degree gives you an advantage in the job market.
Ein Hochschulabschluss verschafft dir einen Vorteil auf dem Arbeitsmarkt.
C2 verb /bɪˈleɪ/

belay

ein Seil sichern
Meaning
to secure a rope by winding it around an object; to stop or cancel an order (nautical/military use)
Example
The climber asked his partner to belay the rope tightly.
Der Kletterer bat seinen Partner, das Seil fest zu sichern.
C1 adjective /ˈfjuː.dəl/

feudal

feudal
Meaning
relating to the system of feudalism, a medieval social system based on land ownership and obligations
Example
The castle is a remnant of the feudal era.
Das Schloss ist ein Überbleibsel aus der feudalzeit.
C1 verb /ˌsuːpərˈsiːd/

supersede

ersetzen
Meaning
To replace or take the place of something because it is more modern or effective.
Example
This new law will supersede the old regulations.
Dieses neue Gesetz wird die alten Vorschriften ersetzen.