B1 verb, noun, adjective /ˈmeltɪŋ/

melting

Schmelzen

Meaning

the process of changing from solid to liquid due to heat; becoming softer or less rigid; emotionally moving or tender

Example

The ice is melting quickly under the hot sun.

Das Eis schmilzt schnell unter der heißen Sonne.

C1 adjective /ˈmɒnstrəs/

Monstrous

unheimlich groß; schockierend böse oder falsch; unnatürlich oder abnormal

Meaning

extremely large; shockingly evil or wrong; abnormal or unnatural

Example

The monstrous crime shocked the entire community.

Das monströse Verbrechen erschütterte die ganze Gemeinschaft.

C1 noun /ˈmʌltɪplaɪər/

multiplier

Multiplikator

Meaning

a number or factor by which another number is multiplied; something that increases the effect or value of something else

Example

In economics, government spending can act as a multiplier for economic growth.

In der Wirtschaft können staatliche Ausgaben ein Multiplikator für Wachstum sein.

C2 adjective /mɛnˈdeɪʃəs/

mendacious

lügnerisch

Meaning

not telling the truth; lying

Example

The politician was known for his mendacious statements.

Der Politiker war bekannt für seine lügnerischen Aussagen.

B2 noun /ˌmɒdəˈreɪʃən/

moderation

Mäßigung

Meaning

The avoidance of excess or extremes; keeping balance or within reasonable limits.

Example

He drinks wine in moderation.

Er trinkt Wein in Maßen.

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.

C1 adjective /məˈnæstɪk/

monastic

mönchisch

Meaning

Relating to monks, monasteries, or a life of religious seclusion.

Example

He chose to live a monastic life away from the city.

Er wählte ein monastisches Leben, weit weg von der Stadt.

A2 adjective /meɪn/

main

haupt

Meaning

most important; chief in size, extent, or importance

Example

The main reason for his success is hard work.

Der Hauptgrund für seinen Erfolg ist harte Arbeit.

C1 noun /ˈmɑːrtər/

Martyr

Märtyrer

Meaning

A person who is killed because of their religious or political beliefs

Example

He became a martyr for the cause of freedom and democracy.

Er wurde ein Märtyrer für die Sache der Freiheit und Demokratie.

C2 noun /ˈmʌɡwʌmp/

mugwump

eine politische unabhängige Person

Meaning

a person who remains independent from party politics or remains aloof from disputes

Example

He was called a mugwump for refusing to join either political side.

Er wurde ein Mugwump genannt, weil er sich weigerte, sich einer der politischen Seiten anzuschließen.

C1 adjective /ˈmaɪzərli/

miserly

geizig

Meaning

Unwilling to spend money; stingy.

Example

She lived a miserly life, refusing to buy anything new.

Sie führte ein geiziges Leben und weigerte sich, etwas Neues zu kaufen.

B1 noun /ˈmɪʃ.ən/

Mission

eine wichtige Aufgabe oder Mission, die einer Person oder einer Gruppe zugewiesen wird; ein spezifisches Ziel oder Zweck

Meaning

An important task or assignment given to a person or group; a specific purpose or goal

Example

The astronauts completed their mission to the space station.

Die Astronauten haben ihre Mission zur Raumstation abgeschlossen.

C1 noun, verb /ˈmæn.deɪt/

mandate

Mandat

Meaning

an official order or command; to give someone authority to act in a certain way

Example

The government issued a mandate to reduce carbon emissions.

Die Regierung hat ein Mandat zur Reduzierung der Kohlenstoffemissionen erlassen.

A1 noun /ˈmɔːrnɪŋ/

morning

Glück

Meaning

the early part of the day, typically from sunrise until noon

Example

I like to go for a run in the morning.

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

B1 noun /ˈmoʊ.ʃən/

Motion

Bewegung; Aktion des Bewegens

Meaning

the action of moving or being moved; a formal proposal

Example

The car was in constant motion during the journey.

Das Auto war während der Reise in ständiger Bewegung.

B2 noun /məˈkænɪks/

mechanics

Mechanik

Meaning

the branch of physics concerned with the motion of objects and the forces acting on them; also refers to the practical details of how something works

Example

He studied the mechanics of the machine before fixing it.

Er studierte die Mechanik der Maschine, bevor er sie reparierte.

B2 noun /menˈtæləti/

Mentality

mentalität; denkweise

Meaning

The characteristic attitude of mind or way of thinking of a person or group

Example

The team needs to develop a winning mentality to succeed.

Das Team muss eine gewinnende Mentalität entwickeln, um erfolgreich zu sein.

B2 adjective /ˌmæθəˈmætɪkəl/

mathematical

mathematisch

Meaning

relating to mathematics or the use of mathematics

Example

The mathematical equation was difficult to solve.

Die mathematische Gleichung war schwer zu lösen.

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.

C1 noun /mɑːrˈsuːpiəl/

marsupial

Säugetier, das seine Jungen in einer Tasche trägt und ernährt

Meaning

A type of mammal that carries and nourishes its young in a pouch, like kangaroos and koalas.

Example

The kangaroo is a well-known marsupial.

Das Känguru ist ein bekanntes Marsupial.

B1 noun ˈmɪlɪteri

military

Militär

Meaning

The armed forces of a country.

Example

The military was called for assistance.

Das Militär wurde zur Hilfe gerufen.

B2 adjective/noun /ˈmaɪ.nər/

minor

geringfügig / minderjährig

Meaning

less important, serious, or significant; a person under the legal age

Example

Luckily, the accident caused only minor injuries.

Zum Glück hat der Unfall nur geringe Verletzungen verursacht.

C1 noun /ˈmeɪ.triˌɑːrk/

matriarch

Matriarchin

Meaning

A woman who is the head of a family or community.

Example

The matriarch of the family made all important decisions.

Die Matriarchin der Familie traf alle wichtigen Entscheidungen.

C1 noun /moʊt/

moat

Graben

Meaning

A deep, wide ditch surrounding a castle or town, often filled with water, for defense.

Example

The castle was protected by a wide moat filled with water.

Die Burg war durch einen breiten Graben mit Wasser geschützt.

A2 adjective /ˈmɒdən/

Meaning

The fourth planet from the Sun; the Roman god of war

Example

Scientists are planning a manned mission to Mars in the next decade.

Wissenschaftler planen in der nächsten Dekade eine bemannte Mission zum Mars.

C2 adjective /mæɡˈnæn.ɪ.məs/

magnanimous

großzügig, edel, nachsichtig

Meaning

Very kind and generous, especially towards a rival or someone less powerful than oneself.

Example

His magnanimous nature made him respected by all.

Seine großzügige Natur ließ ihn von allen respektiert werden.

A2 verb /mɪks/

mix

mischen

Meaning

To combine different substances or elements together.

Example

She likes to mix different colors to create new shades.

Sie mag es, verschiedene Farben zu mischen, um neue Farbtöne zu kreieren.

C1 noun /ˈmædʒɪstreɪt/

magistrate

Magistrat

Meaning

A civil officer who administers the law, often with limited judicial authority.

Example

The magistrate presided over the minor criminal case.

Der Magistrat präsidierte den kleinen Strafprozess.

B2 noun ˈme.trɪks

metrics

Kennzahlen

Meaning

A system or standard of measurement; a set of numbers that give information about a particular process or activity.

Example

Metrics are crucial for evaluating performance.

Kennzahlen sind entscheidend für die Leistungsbewertung.

C2 adjective /ˈmiːli ˌmaʊðd/

mealy-mouthed

heuchlerisch

Meaning

Unwilling to speak directly and honestly; insincere or evasive in speech.

Example

The manager gave a mealy-mouthed excuse instead of admitting the mistake.

Der Manager gab eine heuchlerische Entschuldigung, anstatt den Fehler zuzugeben.

C1 noun /ˌmɪsˈtrʌst/

Mistrust

Misstrauen

Meaning

Lack of trust; suspicion or doubt about someone or something

Example

There was deep mistrust between the two political parties.

Es gab tiefes Misstrauen zwischen den beiden politischen Parteien.

C1 verb /ˈmiː.di.eɪt/

mediate

vermitteln

Meaning

To act as an intermediary in bringing about agreement or reconciliation between parties.

Example

She was asked to mediate between the two companies.

Sie wurde gebeten, zwischen den beiden Unternehmen zu vermitteln.

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.

A1 adjective /ˈmɛni/

many

viele

Meaning

a large number of

Example

Many students attended the lecture.

Viele Studenten nahmen an der Vorlesung teil.

C2 noun /maɪˈæzmə/

miasma

verunreinigte Luft

Meaning

An unpleasant or unhealthy smell or atmosphere.

Example

A miasma of decay hung over the abandoned house.

Ein Miasma von Verfall hing über dem verlassenen Haus.

C1 noun /ˌmaʊntəˈnɪə/

mountaineer

Bergsteiger

Meaning

A person who climbs mountains as a sport or profession.

Example

The mountaineer reached the summit after a long climb.

Der Bergsteiger erreichte den Gipfel nach einem langen Aufstieg.

A1 adjective, adverb, pronoun /mɔːr/

more

mehr

Meaning

A greater or additional amount or degree.

Example

She wanted more time to finish the project.

Sie wollte mehr Zeit, um das Projekt zu beenden.

C2 adjective /məˈlɪfluəs/

mellifluous

melodisch

Meaning

Sweet or musical; pleasant to hear.

Example

The singer’s mellifluous voice enchanted the audience.

Die melodische Stimme des Sängers verzauberte das Publikum.

C2 noun /ˈmʌrɪn/

murrain

Infektionskrankheit des Viehs

Meaning

An infectious disease that affects cattle and other animals, often fatal.

Example

The farmer lost many cows during the outbreak of murrain.

Der Bauer verlor viele Kühe während des Ausbruchs von Murrain.

B2 noun /ˈmæt.rəs/

Mattress

Matratze

Meaning

a large rectangular pad for supporting the reclining body, used as or on a bed

Example

We bought a new mattress for our bedroom.

Wir haben eine neue Matratze für unser Schlafzimmer gekauft.

B2 noun /ˈmɒdjuːl/

module

Modul

Meaning

a self-contained unit of a course or system, typically part of a larger whole

Example

The module on machine learning was difficult but informative.

Das Modul zum maschinellen Lernen war schwierig, aber informativ.

C2 adjective /ˌmɪsənˈθrɑːpɪk/

misanthropic

misanthropisch

Meaning

having or showing a dislike of humankind

Example

His misanthropic attitude made it difficult for him to make friends.

Seine misanthropische Haltung machte es ihm schwer, Freunde zu finden.

C2 noun /mjuːˈlætoʊ/

mulatto

Person gemischter Rasse (veralteter und anstößiger Begriff)

Meaning

an outdated and now offensive term historically used to describe a person of mixed white and Black ancestry

Example

The word 'mulatto' is now considered outdated and offensive.

Das Wort 'Mulatte' wird jetzt als veraltet und anstößig angesehen.

C1 adjective ˈmær.ɪ.taɪm

Maritime

maritim

Meaning

Connected with the sea, especially in relation to seafaring commercial or military activity.

Example

Maritime trade enhances the economy.

Der maritime Handel stärkt die Wirtschaft.

C1 verb /mɔːrf/

morph

verwandeln

Meaning

to change smoothly from one form, shape, or character into another

Example

The caterpillar will morph into a butterfly.

Die Raupe wird sich in einen Schmetterling verwandeln.

B2 adjective /ˈmaɪti/

mighty

mächtig

Meaning

having great power or strength; very strong or impressive

Example

The mighty river flows through the heart of the country.

Der mächtige Fluss fließt durch das Herz des Landes.

A1 title /mɪz/

ms

Fräulein

Meaning

a title used before a woman's name, regardless of marital status

Example

Ms. Akter will give a speech at the seminar.

Frau Akter wird eine Rede auf dem Seminar halten.

C1 noun /ˈmæntl̩/

mantle

Mantel, Verantwortung

Meaning

A cloak or covering; also the layer of the earth between the crust and the core.

Example

The leader assumed the mantle of responsibility.

Der Führer übernahm den Mantel der Verantwortung.

C2 noun (plural) /ˌmæk.ɪˈneɪ.ʃənz/

machinations

Machenschaften

Meaning

complicated and secret plans, often intended to cause harm

Example

The politician was brought down by his own machinations.

Der Politiker wurde durch seine eigenen Machenschaften zu Fall gebracht.

C2 noun /ˈmæk.rəˌkɒz.əm/

macrocosm

Makrokosmos

Meaning

The whole universe considered as a large, complex system; a large-scale representation of something.

Example

The macrocosm of the universe reflects the microcosm of human life.

Der Makrokosmos des Universums spiegelt den Mikrokosmos des menschlichen Lebens wider.

C1 noun /ˈmævərɪk/

maverick

unabhängige Person

Meaning

An unorthodox or independent-minded person.

Example

The maverick scientist challenged established theories.

Der unabhängige Wissenschaftler stellte etablierte Theorien infrage.

C1 noun ˌmʌn.ɪ.taɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

monetization

Die Umwandlung eines Vermögenswertes oder einer Dienstleistung in eine Möglichkeit, Geld zu verdienen

Meaning

Converting an asset or service into a way of earning money.

Example

YouTube allows content creators to earn money through monetization.

YouTube ermöglicht es Inhaltserstellern, durch Monetarisierung Geld zu verdienen.

C1 verb /mæʃ/

mash

zerdrücken

Meaning

to crush or mix food into a soft mass, usually by pressing or beating

Example

She mashed the potatoes before serving dinner.

sie hat die Kartoffeln vor dem Servieren des Abendessens zerdrückt.

C2 noun /mɪˌsɛdʒəˈneɪʃən/

miscegenation

Mischehen

Meaning

the interbreeding of people considered to be of different racial types

Example

The law once prohibited miscegenation in many countries.

Das Gesetz verbot einst die Miscegenation in vielen Ländern.

A2 verb /ˈmenʃən/

mention

erwähnen

Meaning

to refer to something briefly; to speak about or name

Example

She forgot to mention the meeting time.

Sie hat vergessen, die Uhrzeit des Treffens zu erwähnen.

B2 noun /məʊˈbɪləti/

mobility

Mobilität

Meaning

The ability to move or be moved freely and easily; the quality of being mobile.

Example

The mobility of workers is essential for the success of the project.

Die Mobilität der Arbeiter ist entscheidend für den Erfolg des Projekts.

C1 verb, noun /ˈmʌstər/

muster

sammeln / Mut fassen

Meaning

to gather people, especially soldiers; to summon courage or strength

Example

He mustered enough courage to face the challenge.

Er sammelte genug Mut, um sich der Herausforderung zu stellen.

C1 adjective, noun /ˈmɑːrʃən/

martian

Marsmensch

Meaning

Related to the planet Mars; or an imaginary being from Mars.

Example

The movie showed a Martian visiting Earth.

Der Film zeigte einen Marsmenschen, der die Erde besuchte.

C1 noun ˌmɒd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃənz

modifications

Modifikationen

Meaning

The action of making partial or minor changes to something.

Example

DNA modifications enable enhanced traits in crops.

DNA-Modifikationen ermöglichen verbesserte Merkmale in Nutzpflanzen.

B2 noun /ˈmɛr.meɪd/

Mermaid

Meerjungfrau

Meaning

A mythical sea creature with the head and torso of a woman and the tail of a fish

Example

The little girl loved stories about mermaids living under the sea.

Das kleine Mädchen liebte Geschichten über Meerjungfrauen, die unter dem Meer lebten.

B2 adjective /ˈmænɪdʒəbəl/

Manageable

beherrschbar; kontrollierbar

Meaning

able to be controlled or dealt with; feasible

Example

The workload is manageable if we plan properly.

Die Arbeitsbelastung ist beherrschbar, wenn wir richtig planen.

C2 adjective /məˈnaɪəkəl/

maniacal

manisch

Meaning

behaving like a maniac; showing excessive enthusiasm or madness

Example

He gave a maniacal laugh during the movie.

Er gab während des Films ein manisches Lachen von sich.

C1 noun ˌmɑːr.dʒɪ.nəl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

marginalization

Marginalisierung

Meaning

The treatment of a person, group, or concept as insignificant or peripheral.

Example

Economic policies should address the marginalization of the poor.

Wirtschaftspolitiken sollten die Marginalisierung der Armen angehen.

C1 adjective /ˌmed.iˈiː.vəl/

Mediaeval

mittelalterlich

Meaning

relating to the Middle Ages; medieval

Example

The castle displayed mediaeval architecture and design.

Das Schloss zeigte mittelalterliche Architektur und Design.

B2 adjective /ˌmænˈmeɪd/

manmade

vom Menschen gemacht

Meaning

something created or built by humans rather than occurring naturally

Example

This lake is manmade, not natural.

Dieser See ist vom Menschen gemacht, nicht natürlich.

B2 noun məˈmɔːriəl

memorial

Denkmal

Meaning

A structure or building made to remind people of a person or event.

Example

Thousands gather at the National Memorial.

Tausende versammeln sich am Nationaldenkmal.

C2 noun mɒnəˈtɑːskɪŋ

monotasking

eine Aufgabe nach der anderen machen

Meaning

The practice of dedicating oneself to a given task and minimizing potential interruptions until the task is completed or a significant period of time has elapsed.

Example

Monotasking can often lead to higher quality work.

Monotasking führt oft zu qualitativ hochwertigerer Arbeit.

C1 noun /ˌmʌltɪˈplɪsɪti/

multiplicity

Vielfalt

Meaning

A large number or variety of something.

Example

The project faced a multiplicity of challenges.

Das Projekt stieß auf eine Vielzahl von Herausforderungen.

B1 noun /ˈmæn.ɪdʒ.mənt/

management

Management

Meaning

The process of dealing with or controlling things or people.

Example

Proper management minimizes environmental damage.

Gutes Management minimiert Umweltschäden.

B2 noun /ˈmɪnərəl/

mineral

Mineral

Meaning

a naturally occurring substance that is solid and inorganic, often used in industry or nutrition

Example

Calcium is an important mineral for strong bones.

Kalzium ist ein wichtiges Mineral für starke Knochen.

C1 verb /ˈmʌtər/

mutter

murmeln

Meaning

to speak in a low or barely audible voice, often in dissatisfaction or irritation

Example

He muttered something under his breath as he walked away.

Er murmelte etwas unter seinem Atem, als er wegging.

C1 adjective /məˈkɑː.brə/

Macabre

makaber

Meaning

disturbing because concerned with death; gruesome and horrifying

Example

The horror movie had a macabre atmosphere.

Der Horrorfilm hatte eine makabre Atmosphäre.

A2 adjective /maɪˈnuːt/

Minute

extrem klein; winzig; detailliert; präzise

Meaning

extremely small; tiny; detailed; precise

Example

The scientist examined minute details under the microscope.

Der Wissenschaftler untersuchte minutiose Details unter dem Mikroskop.

C2 noun /ˈmeɪlstrəm/

maelstrom

Strudel

Meaning

A powerful whirlpool in the sea or a situation of confused movement and turmoil.

Example

The ship was caught in a maelstrom of waves and wind.

Das Schiff war in einem Strudel von Wellen und Wind gefangen.

C1 verb məˈtæb.ə.laɪz

metabolize

Nahrung verarbeiten und für Wachstum nutzen

Meaning

Process and use food for growth and to replace tissue, or process other substances in the body.

Example

The liver helps to metabolize toxins.

Die Leber hilft, Toxine zu metabolisieren.

A2 noun /mjuːˈzɪʃən/

musician

Musiker

Meaning

a person who plays a musical instrument or is musically talented

Example

He is a talented musician.

Er ist ein talentierter Musiker.

C2 noun /ˌmɛtəfɪˈzɪʃən/

metaphysician

Metaphysiker

Meaning

A person who studies or is an expert in metaphysics.

Example

The metaphysician debated the essence of reality with his peers.

Der Metaphysiker diskutierte die Essenz der Realität mit seinen Kollegen.

C2 noun /meɪs/

mace

Knüppel / Zepter

Meaning

a ceremonial staff carried as a symbol of authority or a weapon similar to a club

Example

The guard carried a mace as a symbol of authority.

Der Wächter trug einen Knüppel als Symbol der Autorität.

C1 adjective /ˈmaʊntɪnəs/

Mountainous

gebirgig

Meaning

having many mountains; characterized by mountains

Example

The mountainous region was difficult to travel through.

Die gebirgige Region war schwer zu bereisen.

C1 noun /ˈmɪs.hæp/

Mishap

Unfall; Missgeschick; Pech

Meaning

An unlucky accident or unfortunate event, typically minor

Example

The cooking mishap resulted in a burnt dinner.

Der Küchenunfall führte zu einem verbrannten Abendessen.

C1 adjective /ˈmɔːrbɪd/

morbid

unnatürliches Interesse an störenden oder unangenehmen Themen

Meaning

Having an abnormal interest in disturbing or unpleasant subjects such as death or disease.

Example

She had a morbid fascination with crime stories.

Sie hatte eine morbide Faszination für Kriminalgeschichten.

C2 adjective /ˈmɪnsɪŋ/

mincing

betont

Meaning

affectedly delicate, dainty, or refined in manner or movement

Example

He walked with mincing steps across the stage.

Er ging mit betonten Schritten über die Bühne.

C1 verb /məˈruːn/

maroon

auf einer einsamen insel aussetzen

Meaning

to leave someone trapped and isolated, especially on an island

Example

The sailors were marooned on a deserted island.

Die Matrosen wurden auf einer verlassenen Insel ausgesetzt.

B2 verb /ˌmænjʊˈfæktʃər/

manufacture

herstellen

Meaning

to produce goods in large quantities using machinery; to make or create something

Example

The company manufactures electronic devices for global markets.

Das Unternehmen stellt elektronische Geräte für globale Märkte her.

B2 noun /məˈskiː.toʊ net/

Mosquito-net

Moskitonetz

Meaning

a fine mesh fabric used to cover beds or windows to keep mosquitoes and other insects out

Example

We use a mosquito net to protect ourselves from insect bites.

Wir verwenden ein Moskitonetz, um uns vor Insektenstichen zu schützen.

B1 verb meɪnˈteɪn

maintain

aufrechterhalten

Meaning

To keep in good condition; to preserve or sustain.

Example

Maintaining discipline in educational institutions is crucial.

Disziplin in Bildungseinrichtungen aufrechtzuerhalten ist entscheidend.

B2 noun /ˈmet.roʊ reɪl/

Metro Rail

Metro

Meaning

an underground urban railway system; subway system

Example

The metro rail connects all major areas of the city efficiently.

Die Metro verbindet alle wichtigen Bereiche der Stadt effizient.

B2 adjective məˈriːn

marine

marin

Meaning

Of, relating to, or characteristic of the sea; living or growing in the sea.

Example

Marine ecosystems are highly sensitive to human activity.

Maritime Ökosysteme sind sehr empfindlich gegenüber menschlicher Aktivität.

C2 verb /meɪm/

maim

verstümmeln

Meaning

To wound or injure someone so that part of the body is permanently damaged.

Example

The accident maimed several passengers.

Der Unfall verstümmelte mehrere Passagiere.

B2 verb /ˌmɪsˈjuːz/

misuse

missbrauch

Meaning

To use something incorrectly or for the wrong purpose.

Example

Misusing social media profiles can harm relationships.

Die missbräuchliche Verwendung von sozialen Medienprofilen kann Beziehungen schädigen.

C2 noun /ˈmɛtəl/

mettle

Mut

Meaning

A person's ability to cope well with difficulties or to face demanding situations with courage.

Example

The young athlete showed his mettle in the final match.

Der junge Athlet zeigte seinen Mut im letzten Spiel.

B1 noun /mæsk/

Mask

Maske

Meaning

covering for the face or head; disguise or protection

Example

She wore a mask to protect herself from dust.

Sie trug eine Maske, um sich vor Staub zu schützen.

C2 noun /ˈmuːn.biːm/

moonbeam

Mondstrahl

Meaning

A ray of light from the moon.

Example

A moonbeam lit up the quiet forest clearing.

Ein Mondstrahl erleuchtete die stille Lichtung im Wald.

C2 noun /ˈmaɪtər/

miter

Mitra

Meaning

a tall, pointed hat worn by bishops; also a type of joint made between two pieces of material

Example

The bishop placed the miter on his head during the ceremony.

Der Bischof setzte die Mitra während der Zeremonie auf seinen Kopf.

C1 adjective /moʊˈmentəs/

Momentous

bedeutend

Meaning

of great importance or significance; having far-reaching consequences

Example

The signing of the peace treaty was a momentous occasion for both countries.

Die Unterzeichnung des Friedensvertrags war ein bedeutender Moment für beide Länder.

C2 noun /ˌmænjəˈmɪʃən/

manumission

Befreiung der Sklaven

Meaning

The act of a slave owner freeing their slaves.

Example

The manumission of the slaves marked a turning point in history.

Die Befreiung der Sklaven markierte einen Wendepunkt in der Geschichte.

B2 noun /meɪz/

Maze

Labyrinth

Meaning

A network of paths designed as a puzzle; a confusing situation

Example

The children got lost in the corn maze at the harvest festival.

Die Kinder gingen im Maislabyrinth auf dem Erntedankfest verloren.

B1 noun /ˈmɪlk.mæn/

Milkman

Milchmann

Meaning

a person who delivers milk to homes or businesses

Example

The milkman delivers fresh milk to our house every morning.

Der Milchmann liefert frische Milch zu unserem Haus jeden Morgen.

C1 adjective /ˈmaɪ.ɡrə.tɔːr.i/

Migratory

migratorisch

Meaning

moving from one place to another; characterized by seasonal movement

Example

Many birds are migratory and travel thousands of miles each season.

Viele Vögel sind Zugvögel und reisen jedes Jahr Tausende von Kilometern.

A1 noun /ˈmʌn.deɪ/

monday

Montag

Meaning

the first day of the working week following Sunday

Example

I start my new job on Monday.

Ich beginne meinen neuen Job am Montag.

B2 verb /maɪˈɡreɪt/

migrate

migrieren

Meaning

To move from one region or habitat to another, especially regularly according to the seasons or for work.

Example

Birds migrate south during the winter.

Vögel migrieren im Winter nach Süden.

C1 noun /ˈmeɪniæk/

maniac

Maniac

Meaning

a person who behaves in a wildly foolish, dangerous, or violent way

Example

The driver was speeding like a maniac.

Der Fahrer raste wie ein Maniac.

B1 verb /məˈsɑːʒ/

massage

massieren

Meaning

to rub and press muscles to relieve pain or tension; to manipulate information

Example

The therapist will massage your back to reduce muscle tension.

Der Therapeut wird deinen Rücken massieren, um die Muskelverspannung zu reduzieren.

C2 noun /məˈrɔː.dər/

marauder

Plünderer

Meaning

a person who roams around in search of things to steal or people to attack

Example

Villagers feared the marauders who raided their homes.

Die Dorfbewohner fürchteten die Plünderer, die ihre Häuser überfielen.

B2 noun /ˌmedɪˈkeɪʃən/

medication

Medikament

Meaning

a drug or other form of medicine used to treat or prevent disease

Example

The doctor prescribed medication for his headache.

Der Arzt verschrieb ein Medikament gegen seine Kopfschmerzen.

C1 noun /miːlˈjuː/

milieu

Umfeld

Meaning

A person's social environment or surroundings.

Example

She grew up in an artistic milieu.

Sie wuchs in einem künstlerischen Umfeld auf.

C2 noun /ˈmær.oʊ ʌv ˈplæn.tɪn triː/

Marrow of plantain tree

Mark des Pflanzbananenbaums

Meaning

the soft inner part of the banana plant stem that is used as a vegetable in cooking

Example

The marrow of plantain tree is commonly used in traditional Bengali cuisine.

Das Mark des Pflanzbananenbaums wird in der traditionellen bengalischen Küche häufig verwendet.

A2 noun ˈmuːv.mənt

movement

Bewegung

Meaning

A group of people working together to advance their shared political, social, or artistic ideas.

Example

The movement aimed to ensure equal rights.

Die Bewegung hatte zum Ziel, gleiche Rechte zu gewährleisten.

B1 noun ˈmeʒ.ərz

measures

maßnahmen

Meaning

A plan or course of action taken to achieve a particular purpose.

Example

Mitigation measures focus on reducing emissions.

Minderungsmaßnahmen konzentrieren sich auf die Reduzierung der Emissionen.

C2 noun /mɪlk raɪs/

Milk rice

milchreis

Meaning

A sweet dessert made from rice cooked with milk and sugar

Example

My grandmother makes delicious milk rice for special occasions.

Meine Großmutter macht leckeren Milchreis zu besonderen Anlässen.

C1 noun /ˈmɪm.ɪk/

Mimic

Nachahmer; nachahmen;

Meaning

A person who copies or imitates the actions, speech, or mannerisms of others

Example

The talented mimic could perfectly imitate famous celebrities.

Der talentierte Nachahmer konnte berühmte Prominente perfekt nachahmen.

C1 adjective ˌmæk.roʊ.iː.kəˈnɒm.ɪk

macroeconomic

makroökonomisch

Meaning

Relating to the large-scale or general economic factors, such as interest rates and national productivity.

Example

Government policies impact macroeconomic stability.

Regierungspolitiken beeinflussen die makroökonomische Stabilität.

C1 noun /mɔːrˈfɑːlədʒi/

morphology

Morphologie

Meaning

the study of the form and structure of things, especially in language and biology

Example

Morphology studies the structure of words and how they are formed.

Die Morphologie untersucht die Struktur von Wörtern und wie sie gebildet werden.

C1 noun /məˈtɪəriəlɪzəm/

Materialism

Materialismus

Meaning

A tendency to consider material possessions more important than spiritual values

Example

The rise of materialism in modern society concerns many philosophers.

Der Aufstieg des Materialismus in der modernen Gesellschaft beunruhigt viele Philosophen.