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C1 verb /ˈmɜːrmər/

murmur

murmeln
Meaning
To say something in a low, soft, or indistinct voice.
Example
She murmured a prayer before going to sleep.
Sie murmelte ein Gebet, bevor sie schlafen ging.
C1 verb /məˈnuː.vər/

manoeuver

manövrieren
Meaning
To move skillfully or carefully; to guide or manipulate into a desired position.
Example
The driver skillfully manoeuvered the car through the narrow street.
Der Fahrer manövrierte das Auto geschickt durch die enge Straße.
C2 adjective /ˈtɜːrdʒɪd/

turgid

geschwollen, pompös
Meaning
Swollen or distended; (of language) pompous and overcomplicated.
Example
The professor’s lecture was so turgid that many students lost interest.
Die Vorlesung des Professors war so pompös, dass viele Studenten das Interesse verloren.
B2 verb /rɪˈkleɪm/

reclaim

wiedergewinnen
Meaning
To take back or recover something; to restore to a usable state.
Example
The farmer worked to reclaim the barren land.
Der Bauer arbeitete daran, das karge Land zurückzugewinnen.
C1 verb /əˈbɔːrt/

abort

abbrechen; abbrechen der Schwangerschaft
Meaning
to stop a process or action before it is completed; to end a pregnancy deliberately
Example
The pilot decided to abort the mission due to bad weather.
Der Pilot entschied sich, die Mission wegen des schlechten Wetters abzubrechen.
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.
B1 noun /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

examination

Prüfung
Meaning
a formal test of knowledge or ability
Example
She is preparing for her final examination.
Sie bereitet sich auf ihre Abschlussprüfung vor.
B2 noun /ˈdɪpləmæt/

diplomat

Diplomat
Meaning
An official representing a country abroad; a person skilled in dealing with people tactfully.
Example
The diplomat negotiated a peace agreement.
Der Diplomat verhandelte ein Friedensabkommen.
B2 adjective /ɪkˈstɜːr.nəl/

External

extern
Meaning
coming from or relating to the outside; not belonging to or originating from within
Example
The company hired external consultants to review their business strategy.
Das Unternehmen stellte externe Berater ein, um ihre Geschäftsstrategie zu überprüfen.
A1 pronoun /wi/

we

wir
Meaning
used by a speaker to refer to himself or herself and one or more other people
Example
We are going to the park this afternoon.
Wir gehen heute Nachmittag in den Park.
B2 adjective /dɪm/

Dim

schwach; wenig Licht; matt
Meaning
not bright; having little light; faint
Example
The room was dim with only a small candle for light.
Der Raum war schwach erleuchtet, nur eine kleine Kerze spendete Licht.
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.
A1 adjective /haɪ/

high

hoch
Meaning
At or to a great height; greater than normal in amount, degree, or intensity.
Example
The mountain peak is very high.
Der Gipfel des Berges ist sehr hoch.
C1 verb /ˈɡɑː.nɪʃ/

garnish

garnierten
Meaning
To decorate food with small items for added flavor or visual appeal.
Example
She garnished the dish with fresh coriander leaves.
Sie garnierten das Gericht mit frischen Korianderblättern.
A2 adjective /draɪ/

Dry

trocken; frei von Feuchtigkeit oder Flüssigkeit; langweilig
Meaning
free from moisture or liquid; not wet; lacking interest or excitement
Example
The desert has very dry climate.
Die Wüste hat ein sehr trockenes Klima.
C1 noun prɪˈzɜː.və.tɪvz

preservatives

Konservierungsstoffe
Meaning
A substance used to preserve foodstuffs, wood, or other materials against decay.
Example
Many processed foods contain harmful preservatives.
Viele verarbeitete Lebensmittel enthalten schädliche Konservierungsstoffe.
A1 noun /saɪd/

side

Seite
Meaning
a position to the left or right of something
Example
The store is on the side of the road.
Der Laden ist an der Seite der Straße.
C1 noun /ˌæntɪˈsiːdənts/

antecedents

Vorgeschichte
Meaning
previous events, conditions, or people that influence or serve as a basis for something that follows
Example
The lawyer examined the criminal antecedents of the suspect.
Der Anwalt untersuchte die kriminellen Vorgeschichten des Verdächtigen.
B2 verb /smæʃ/

smash

zerbrechen
Meaning
to break something into pieces violently
Example
She smashed the glass in frustration.
Sie zerschlug das Glas aus Frustration.
C1 noun ˈpraʊ.es

prowess

Fähigkeit
Meaning
Skill or expertise in a particular activity or field.
Example
Prowess in sports enhances team strength.
Fähigkeit im Sport steigert die Teamstärke.
B2 noun, verb /bəˈfeɪ/ (noun), /ˈbʌfɪt/ (verb)

buffet

Buffet
Meaning
A meal where guests serve themselves from a variety of dishes arranged on a table; also means to strike repeatedly (as a verb).
Example
We enjoyed a large buffet at the wedding reception.
Wir genossen ein großes Buffet auf der Hochzeitsfeier.
C2 adjective /ˈæmbjələˌtɔːri/

ambulatory

ambulant
Meaning
Relating to or able to walk; relating to outpatient medical care.
Example
The patient is ambulatory and does not require bed rest.
Der Patient ist ambulant und benötigt keine Bettruhe.
A1 verb, adjective /kloʊz/ (verb), /kloʊs/ (adjective)

close

schließen, nah
Meaning
To shut something (verb); near in space or relationship (adjective).
Example
Please close the door when you leave.
Bitte schließen Sie die Tür, wenn Sie gehen.
A2 noun ɪnˈvaɪ.rən.mənt

environment

Umwelt
Meaning
The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates.
Example
Protecting the environment is crucial for future generations.
Der Schutz der Umwelt ist entscheidend für zukünftige Generationen.
C2 noun /ˈkɪzmɛt/

kismet

Schicksal
Meaning
Destiny or fate.
Example
Meeting her on that day felt like pure kismet.
Sie an diesem Tag zu treffen fühlte sich wie reines Schicksal an.
C2 noun /ˈdɛvɪltrɪ/

deviltry

Teufelstreiche
Meaning
Cruel or malicious behavior; mischief with an evil aspect.
Example
The villain’s deviltry terrified the townsfolk.
Die Teufelstreiche des Bösewichts erschreckten die Dorfbewohner.
B2 verb /sɜːrdʒ/

surge

strömen
Meaning
to move suddenly and powerfully forward or upward
Example
The crowd surged forward when the gates opened.
Die Menge stürmte nach vorne, als sich die Tore öffneten.
C2 adjective /bɒmˈbæstɪk/

bombastic

pompös
Meaning
using pompous or inflated language with little meaning
Example
The professor’s bombastic lecture impressed no one.
Die pompöse Vorlesung des Professors beeindruckte niemanden.
C2 noun ˈhɑːrbərɪdʒ

harborage

Unterschlupf
Meaning
A place of shelter or refuge for pests or animals.
Example
Pests need a harborage site to survive and breed.
Schädlinge benötigen einen Unterschlupf, um zu überleben und sich fortzupflanzen.
C1 verb /ɪnˈfjuːz/

infuse

infundieren
Meaning
to fill or spread through something; to instill a quality, idea, or feeling
Example
The teacher tried to infuse her students with a love for reading.
Die Lehrerin versuchte, ihren Schülern eine Liebe zum Lesen zu infundieren.
A2 noun /smɔːl boʊl/

Small bowl

kleine Schüssel
Meaning
a round, shallow container of small size used for serving food or liquids
Example
She served the soup in a small bowl.
Sie servierte die Suppe in einer kleinen Schüssel.
A1 noun /ˈvɛdʒ.tə.bəl/

vegetable

Glück
Meaning
a plant or part of a plant used as food
Example
I eat vegetables every day for health.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
C1 adjective /ˈraʊ.di/

Rowdy

laut; unordentlich; störend
Meaning
disorderly; unruly; noisy and disruptive
Example
The rowdy children were making too much noise.
Die lauten Kinder machten zu viel Lärm.
C1 noun, verb /buːz/

booze

Alkohol
Meaning
alcoholic drink, especially strong liquor; to drink alcohol, often excessively
Example
They bought some booze for the party.
Sie kauften Alkohol für die Party.
C1 noun ˌsɛn.trə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

centralization

Zentralisierung
Meaning
The concentration of control and decision-making power in a central authority.
Example
Excessive centralization can slow down decision-making.
Exzessive Zentralisierung kann die Entscheidungsfindung verlangsamen.
C2 noun /ˈsteɪtkraft/

statecraft

Staatskunst
Meaning
The art of governing and managing state affairs effectively.
Example
The leader was praised for his exceptional statecraft in handling international relations.
Der Führer wurde für seine außergewöhnliche Staatskunst bei der Handhabung internationaler Beziehungen gelobt.
C1 noun /ˈriːpər/

reaper

eine Person oder Maschine, die Pflanzen schneidet und sammelt
Meaning
a person or machine that cuts and gathers crops
Example
The reaper moved slowly through the golden fields.
Der Rīper bewegte sich langsam durch die goldenen Felder.
C1 noun /nɑːrˈkɒtɪk/

narcotic

narkotisch
Meaning
A drug that dulls the senses and relieves pain, often causing sleep and sometimes addiction.
Example
The police seized a large amount of narcotic substances.
Die Polizei beschlagnahmte eine große Menge narkotischer Substanzen.
A2 adverb /ˈen.i.weər/

Anywhere

irgendwo
Meaning
in or to any place; wherever
Example
You can sit anywhere you like in this restaurant.
Du kannst dich in diesem Restaurant hinsetzen, wo du möchtest.
B1 adverb /pəˈlaɪt.li/

Politely

höflich;
Meaning
in a respectful and considerate manner; courteously; with good manners
Example
She politely declined the invitation because she had other commitments.
Sie lehnte die Einladung höflich ab, weil sie andere Verpflichtungen hatte.
B1 verb /bliːd/

bleed

bluten
Meaning
to lose blood from the body, especially due to injury
Example
She began to bleed from the cut on her arm.
Sie begann aus dem Schnitt an ihrem Arm zu bluten.
C2 noun /ˈaɪ.kɒn/

ikon

religiöses Bild oder Symbol
Meaning
A religious image or symbol, especially in the Eastern Orthodox Church.
Example
The church displayed a beautifully painted ikon of the Virgin Mary.
Die Kirche zeigte ein wunderschön gemaltes Ikon der Jungfrau Maria.
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.
B2 noun ˈtrækɪŋ ˈprɒɡrɛs

tracking progress

Fortschrittsverfolgung
Meaning
The process of monitoring and evaluating advancement towards goals or objectives.
Example
Regular tracking progress helps in achieving long-term goals.
Regelmäßiges Verfolgen des Fortschritts hilft, langfristige Ziele zu erreichen.
C1 verb /ˈsɪvɪlaɪz/

civilize

zivilisieren
Meaning
to bring a society or group to a more developed, organized, or socially acceptable state; to educate and refine behavior
Example
Education can help civilize communities by promoting shared values and respect.
Bildung kann helfen, Gemeinschaften zu zivilisieren, indem gemeinsame Werte und Respekt gefördert werden.
A2 noun /dɪˈlɪv.ə.ri/

Delivery

Lieferung; Entbindung
Meaning
the action of delivering letters, parcels, or goods; the process of giving birth
Example
The delivery of the package was delayed due to bad weather conditions.
Die Lieferung des Pakets verzögerte sich aufgrund schlechter Wetterbedingungen.
B1 adjective /ʃɛrd/

shared

geteilt
Meaning
used, done, or experienced by two or more people together
Example
They live in a shared apartment near the university.
Sie wohnen in einer gemeinsamen Wohnung in der Nähe der Universität.
A2 noun /tjuːb/

tube

rohr
Meaning
a hollow cylinder used to convey something, typically fluid
Example
He used a tube to measure the liquid.
Er benutzte ein Rohr, um die Flüssigkeit zu messen.
C1 noun /ˈkʌvənənt/

covenant

vertrag
Meaning
a formal agreement or promise, often legally binding
Example
The landlord and tenant signed a covenant to maintain the property.
Der Vermieter und der Mieter unterzeichneten einen Vertrag, um die Immobilie zu erhalten.
C2 noun/adjective /ˈdɪstæf/

distaff

mit Frauen oder der mütterlichen Seite der Familie verbunden
Meaning
Relating to women or the maternal side of a family; also a tool for spinning thread.
Example
She came from the distaff side of a noble family.
Sie kam von der mütterlichen Seite einer edlen Familie.
C2 verb /dɪsˈpɔːrt/

disport

sich vergnügen
Meaning
To amuse oneself in a lively or playful way.
Example
The children disported themselves in the garden.
Die Kinder haben sich im Garten vergnügt.
B2 noun /ˈnek.taɪ/

Necktie

Krawatte
Meaning
a strip of cloth worn around the neck under a shirt collar and tied in front
Example
He adjusted his necktie before the important meeting.
Er passte seine Krawatte vor dem wichtigen Meeting an.
B1 noun /ˈfæktər/

factor

Faktor
Meaning
A circumstance, fact, or influence that contributes to a result.
Example
Weather is an important factor in crop production.
Das Wetter ist ein wichtiger Faktor in der Ernteproduktion.
C2 noun ˌpɜː.tɪˈnæs.ɪ.ti

pertinacity

festen Willen und Ausdauer
Meaning
Firm determination and persistence in achieving something.
Example
His pertinacity in achieving his goals was inspiring.
Seine Beharrlichkeit, seine Ziele zu erreichen, war inspirierend.
B2 noun /suː.pɪər.iˈɔːr.ə.ti/

Superiority

Überlegenheit
Meaning
the quality or state of being superior; higher rank or quality
Example
His superiority in mathematics was evident from his test scores.
Seine Überlegenheit in Mathematik war anhand seiner Testergebnisse offensichtlich.
C1 noun /ˈhɒl.ə.kɔːst/

holocaust

holocaust
Meaning
A large-scale destruction, especially by fire; historically, the genocide of Jews during World War II.
Example
Millions of people perished during the Holocaust.
Millionen Menschen starben während des Holocausts.
B2 noun /taɪd/

Tide

gezeiten
Meaning
the alternate rising and falling of the sea, usually twice in each lunar day, due to the attraction of the moon and sun
Example
The fishermen waited for high tide to launch their boats.
Die Fischer warteten auf die Flut, um ihre Boote zu starten.
B2 adjective /ˈdʒɒli/

jolly

fröhlich
Meaning
Full of good humor and cheerfulness.
Example
The children were in a jolly mood at the party.
Die Kinder waren in einer fröhlichen Stimmung auf der Party.
B1 noun /ˈsʌn.flaʊər/

Sun flower

Sonnenblume
Meaning
a large yellow flower that turns to face the sun
Example
The sunflower field looked amazing in the bright sunlight.
Das Sonnenblumenfeld sah im hellen Sonnenlicht erstaunlich aus.
C1 verb /kəmˈpjuːt/

compute

berechnen
Meaning
To calculate or determine by using a computer or mathematical methods.
Example
The software can compute the total cost in seconds.
Die Software kann die Gesamtkosten in Sekunden berechnen.
C2 noun /fɪˈlæt.əl.ɪst/

philatelist

Briefmarkensammler
Meaning
a person who collects or studies postage stamps
Example
The philatelist spent years building a rare stamp collection.
Der Philatelist verbrachte Jahre damit, eine seltene Briefmarkensammlung aufzubauen.
C1 verb /ˌriːəˈdʒʌst/

readjust

neu einstellen
Meaning
To change or move something again in order to achieve a better fit, condition, or balance.
Example
He readjusted the chair to make it more comfortable.
Er hat den Stuhl neu eingestellt, um ihn bequemer zu machen.
A2 adjective /ɪmˈbærəst/

embarrassed

beschämt
Meaning
feeling awkward, ashamed, or self-conscious about something
Example
He felt embarrassed when he forgot her name.
Er fühlte sich beschämt, als er ihren Namen vergaß.
B2 adjective /ˈmiː.nɪŋ.ləs/

Meaningless

sinnlos; ohne Zweck; bedeutungslos
Meaning
without purpose; having no significance; pointless
Example
The data became meaningless without proper context.
Die Daten wurden ohne den richtigen Kontext bedeutungslos.
C1 adjective /ˌloʊ ˈspɪrɪtɪd/

low-spirited

niedergeschlagen
Meaning
feeling sad, depressed, or lacking enthusiasm
Example
He felt low-spirited after hearing the bad news.
Er fühlte sich niedergeschlagen, nachdem er die schlechten Nachrichten gehört hatte.
C2 noun /ˈɡɒz.lɪŋ/

gosling

Gänschen
Meaning
a young goose
Example
The mother goose carefully protected her goslings.
Die Gänsemutter schützte ihre Gänschen sorgfältig.
C2 adjective /rɪˈprɛsəbl̩/

repressible

unterdrückbar
Meaning
Capable of being restrained or suppressed.
Example
The movement proved to be hardly repressible.
Die Bewegung erwies sich als kaum unterdrückbar.
A2 noun /ˌsɛlɪˈbreɪʃən/

celebration

Feier
Meaning
a festive event or activity to honor an occasion
Example
The city held a grand celebration on Independence Day.
Die Stadt veranstaltete eine große Feier zum Unabhängigkeitstag.
B1 noun /ˈkɛmɪkəl/

chemical

chemische Substanz
Meaning
a substance produced by or used in a chemical process
Example
The factory releases harmful chemicals into the river.
Die Fabrik gibt schädliche chemische Substanzen in den Fluss ab.
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.
C1 noun /pɒˈstɛrɪti/

posterity

Nachwelt
Meaning
All future generations of people.
Example
The monument was built for the benefit of posterity.
Das Denkmal wurde zum Nutzen der Nachwelt erbaut.
B2 verb /rɪˈzɛmbəl/

resemble

ähneln
Meaning
to look like or be similar to something or someone
Example
She resembles her mother in both appearance and mannerisms.
Sie ähnelt ihrer Mutter sowohl im Aussehen als auch in ihren Manieren.
B2 noun /ˈmoʊ.tɪv/

Motive

Motiv; Grund; Antrieb
Meaning
a reason for doing something; what drives someone to act
Example
The police are investigating the motive for the crime.
Die Polizei untersucht das Motiv für das Verbrechen.
C1 noun/verb mælˈfʌŋk.ʃən

malfunction

Störung
Meaning
A failure to function normally or satisfactorily; a defect or breakdown.
Example
The engine malfunctioned due to overheating.
Der Motor versagte wegen Überhitzung.
C2 verb /ˈɪmprɪkeɪt/

imprecate

verfluchen
Meaning
To utter a curse or invoke evil upon someone.
Example
The old woman imprecated her enemies with dark words.
Die alte Frau verfluchte ihre Feinde mit dunklen Worten.
B1 noun /ˈneɪvi/

Navy

Marine
Meaning
the branch of armed forces that conducts military operations at sea
Example
He joined the navy after graduating from college.
Er trat der Marine bei, nachdem er das College abgeschlossen hatte.
C1 noun /əˌfɪl.iˈeɪ.ʃən/

affiliation

Affiliation
Meaning
The state or process of affiliating or being affiliated; a connection or association.
Example
His affiliation with the company lasted for a decade.
Seine Affiliation mit der Firma dauerte ein Jahrzehnt.
C2 noun /ˈpɑːrləns/

parlance

sprachgebrauch
Meaning
a particular way of speaking or using words, common to a group
Example
In legal parlance, the term has a different meaning.
Im rechtlichen Sprachgebrauch hat der Begriff eine andere Bedeutung.
B1 adverb /ˈfɔːtʃənətli/

fortunately

zum Glück
Meaning
by good luck; luckily
Example
Fortunately, no one was injured in the accident.
Zum Glück wurde niemand bei dem Unfall verletzt.
B2 adjective /ˈkræŋki/

cranky

mürrisch
Meaning
bad-tempered, easily annoyed, or irritable
Example
The child gets cranky when he is hungry.
Das Kind wird mürrisch, wenn es Hunger hat.
B2 adjective /ˈhevənli/

Heavenly

himmlisch; göttlich; angenehm
Meaning
relating to heaven; extremely pleasant or beautiful
Example
The chocolate cake had a heavenly taste that melted in my mouth.
Der Schokoladenkuchen hatte einen himmlischen Geschmack, der in meinem Mund schmolz.
C2 adjective /ˈsɪbɪlənt/

sibilant

mit zischendem Geräusch
Meaning
Making or characterized by a hissing sound.
Example
The word 'snake' starts with a sibilant sound.
Das Wort 'snake' beginnt mit einem sibilanten Laut.
C1 adjective /ˈɔːbərn/

auburn

rötlich-braun
Meaning
reddish-brown in color, especially used to describe hair
Example
She has long auburn hair that shines in the sunlight.
Sie hat lange rötlich-braune Haare, die im Sonnenlicht glänzen.
C2 adjective /ˌɪntərˈniːsaɪn/

internecine

innerer Konflikt
Meaning
Relating to conflict within a group, often causing mutual destruction.
Example
The internecine conflict weakened the organization from within.
Der interne Konflikt schwächte die Organisation von innen
C2 noun /ˈdɪktəm/

dictum

Diktum
Meaning
A formal pronouncement, authoritative statement, or maxim.
Example
The judge’s dictum clarified the principle of equality before the law.
Das Diktum des Richters klärte das Prinzip der Gleichheit vor dem Gesetz.
C1 noun/verb /ˈvɑːrnɪʃ/

varnish

Lack
Meaning
A liquid that is applied to wood or other materials to form a hard, shiny surface; also to apply such a liquid.
Example
The carpenter varnished the table to give it a glossy finish.
Der Tischler lackierte den Tisch, um ihm eine glänzende Oberfläche zu geben.
C1 noun /ɪˈnɪɡ.mə/

enigma

Rätsel
Meaning
A person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand.
Example
Life remains an enigma to many.
Das Leben bleibt für viele ein Rätsel.
C1 noun /haɪˈeɪtəs/

hiatus

Hiatus
Meaning
A pause or break in continuity of a process or activity.
Example
The show returned after a long hiatus.
Die Show kehrte nach einer langen Pause zurück.
B1 noun /ˈkæt.ər.pɪl.ər/

Caterpillar

Raupe
Meaning
the larva of a butterfly or moth that feeds on plants
Example
The caterpillar ate all the leaves on the plant.
Die Raupe fraß alle Blätter der Pflanze.
C2 noun /ˈwɪndbæɡ/

windbag

Schwätzer
Meaning
a person who talks too much, especially in a boring or boastful way
Example
Everyone avoided the windbag at the party because he never let anyone else speak.
Jeder mied den Schwätzer auf der Party, weil er nie jemanden anderen sprechen ließ.
C2 verb /ˈfɒn.dəl/

fondle

streicheln
Meaning
To stroke or caress lovingly or gently.
Example
She fondled the kitten gently in her lap.
Sie streichelte das Kätzchen sanft in ihrem Schoß.
C1 noun ˌdɛɡrəˈdeɪʃən

degradation

Degradierung
Meaning
The condition or process of degrading or being degraded.
Example
Soil degradation due to overuse is a growing issue.
Bodenzerstörung durch Übernutzung ist ein wachsendes Problem.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈsteɪbəl/

Unstable

instabil
Meaning
likely to change; not steady or secure; unsteady
Example
The unstable economy made people worried about their jobs.
Die instabile Wirtschaft sorgte dafür, dass sich die Menschen um ihre Arbeitsplätze sorgten.
B2 adjective /juːˈnæn.ɪ.məs/

Unanimous

einstimmig
Meaning
fully in agreement; shared by all
Example
The committee reached a unanimous decision.
Der Ausschuss traf eine einstimmige Entscheidung.
A1 noun /ˈɛər.pɔːrt/

airport

Flughafen
Meaning
A place where airplanes take off and land, with buildings for passengers and cargo.
Example
We arrived at the airport two hours before the flight.
Wir kamen zwei Stunden vor dem Flug am Flughafen an.
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.
C1 adjective ɪɡˈzɛmpləri

exemplary

vorbildlich
Meaning
Serving as a desirable model; representing the best of its kind.
Example
She was praised for her exemplary work ethic and dedication.
Sie wurde für ihre vorbildliche Arbeitsmoral und Hingabe gelobt.
B1 adjective /ʌnˈeɪ.bəl/

Unable

unfähig
Meaning
lacking the power, skill, or means to do something
Example
He was unable to attend the meeting.
Er war nicht in der Lage, an dem Treffen teilzunehmen.
B2 noun /flɛkˈsɪbɪləti/

flexibility

flexibilität
Meaning
The quality of bending easily without breaking; willingness to change or compromise.
Example
The flexibility of the working hours made it easier to balance work and personal life.
Die Flexibilität der Arbeitszeiten hat es erleichtert, Arbeit und Privatleben in Einklang zu bringen.
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.
A1 pronoun /hɪm/

him

ihn
Meaning
Used to refer to a male person or animal already mentioned.
Example
I saw him at the park yesterday.
Ich habe ihn gestern im Park gesehen.
C1 adjective /ˈmærɪtəl/

marital

ehelich
Meaning
Relating to marriage or the relationship between husband and wife.
Example
They sought counseling to resolve their marital issues.
Sie suchten Beratung, um ihre ehelichen Probleme zu lösen.
A1 noun /ker/

Care

Pflege; Schutz; Fürsorge
Meaning
the provision of what is necessary for health, welfare, or protection
Example
The nurse provided excellent care for the elderly patients.
Die Krankenschwester leistete ausgezeichnete Pflege für die älteren Patienten.
A2 noun /ˈpɑːswɜːd/

password

Passwort
Meaning
a secret word or phrase used to gain access to something
Example
Make sure your password is strong and unique.
Stellen Sie sicher, dass Ihr Passwort stark und einzigartig ist.
C2 verb /prəˈroʊɡ/

prorogue

eine Sitzung vertagen
Meaning
to discontinue a session of a parliament or assembly without dissolving it
Example
The president decided to prorogue parliament until the crisis was resolved.
Der Präsident entschied, das Parlament zu vertagen, bis die Krise gelöst war.
B1 noun roʊps

ropes

Seile
Meaning
A length of thick strong cord made by twisting together strands of hemp, sisal, nylon, or similar material.
Example
The ropes were tied securely to lift the heavy load.
Die Seile waren fest gebunden, um die schwere Last zu heben.
A2 noun /ˈpleɪər/

player

Spieler
Meaning
a person who participates in a game or sport
Example
The player scored the winning goal.
Der Spieler erzielte das Siegestor.
B2 adjective /ˈlʌvəbl̩/

loveable

Glück
Meaning
easy to love; endearing or charming
Example
The puppy was so loveable that everyone wanted to hold it.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
C2 adjective /əˈluːviəl/

alluvial

alluvial
Meaning
Relating to or derived from alluvium (loose soil or sediment deposited by rivers).
Example
The farmers cultivate crops on the fertile alluvial plains.
Die Bauern bauen auf den fruchtbaren alluvialen Ebenen Pflanzen an.
C2 noun /prəˈpɪŋkwɪti/

propinquity

Nähe
Meaning
the state of being close to someone or something; proximity
Example
The propinquity of their houses made them close friends.
Die Nähe ihrer Häuser machte sie zu engen Freunden.
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.
A2 verb /ˈɔːfər/

offer

anbieten
Meaning
to present something for acceptance or rejection; to propose
Example
She offered to help with the project.
Sie bot an, bei dem Projekt zu helfen.
C2 adjective /ɪnˈskruːtəbl̩/

inscrutable

Glück
Meaning
impossible to understand or interpret
Example
His inscrutable expression made it hard to know what he was thinking.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
C1 noun ˌsɪs.təˈmæt.ɪk ˈstræt.ə.dʒi

systematic strategy

systematische Strategie
Meaning
A methodical and organized plan or approach to achieve specific objectives.
Example
A systematic strategy was employed to achieve objectives.
Eine systematische Strategie wurde angewendet, um Ziele zu erreichen.
C2 adjective /ˌdeɪ.kɒlˈteɪ/

decollete

Kleid mit tiefem Ausschnitt
Meaning
of a woman's dress or top, cut low so as to reveal the neck and upper chest
Example
She wore a decollete gown to the party.
Sie trug ein Kleid mit tiefem Ausschnitt zur Party.
C1 noun /ˈælɪɡəri/

allegory

Allegorie
Meaning
a story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, often moral or political
Example
The novel is an allegory of the struggle between good and evil.
Der Roman ist eine Allegorie des Kampfes zwischen Gut und Böse.
C2 noun /ˈænɪməlˌkjuːl/

animalcule

Tierchen
Meaning
A microscopic animal, especially a protozoan or other minute organism.
Example
The scientist observed an animalcule moving under the microscope.
Der Wissenschaftler beobachtete ein Tierchen, das unter dem Mikroskop bewegte.
B1 adjective /ɪnˌθjuːziˈæstɪk/

enthusiastic

begeistert
Meaning
Having or showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.
Example
The explorers were enthusiastic about the journey.
Die Entdecker waren begeistert von der Reise.
B1 noun kəˈmjuːnɪti ˈprəʊɡræmz

Community Programs

Gemeinschaftsprogramme
Meaning
Organized activities involving local groups to promote environmental conservation.
Example
Community programs raise awareness about butterfly conservation.
Gemeinschaftsprogramme fördern das Bewusstsein für den Schmetterlingsschutz.
B2 adverb /kənˈsɪdərəbli/

Considerably

erheblich; beträchtlich
Meaning
to a notably large degree; significantly; substantially
Example
The price has increased considerably over the past year.
Der Preis ist im letzten Jahr erheblich gestiegen.
C1 adjective /ˈpriːmə/

prima

vorzüglich, ausgezeichnet
Meaning
first or most important; excellent
Example
She was treated as the prima ballerina of the troupe.
Sie wurde als die prima Ballerina der Truppe behandelt.