C1 adjective /əbˈnɒkʃəs/

Obnoxious

anstößig

Meaning

extremely unpleasant; offensive; annoying

Example

His obnoxious behavior at the party annoyed everyone.

Sein anstößiges Verhalten auf der Party ärgerte alle.

B2 noun /ˌɑb.lɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

Obligation

verpflichtung

Meaning

a duty or commitment; something that must be done legally or morally

Example

Parents have an obligation to care for their children.

Eltern haben die Verpflichtung, sich um ihre Kinder zu kümmern.

B2 verb /əbˈteɪn/

obtain

erhalten

Meaning

to get or acquire something

Example

You need to obtain a visa before traveling abroad.

Du musst ein Visum erhalten, bevor du ins Ausland reist.

A1 adjective /ˈʌðər/

other

anderer

Meaning

used to refer to something different from the one already mentioned or known

Example

I don't want this one, I will take the other one.

Ich will dieses nicht, ich werde das andere nehmen.

C2 noun /ˌɒpəˈrɛtə/

operetta

leichte Oper

Meaning

a short opera with light and humorous themes

Example

The theater staged a famous operetta by Gilbert and Sullivan.

Das Theater inszenierte eine berühmte Operette von Gilbert und Sullivan.

B1 noun /ˈɑb.stə.kəl/

Obstacle

Hindernis

Meaning

something that blocks or makes progress difficult; a barrier

Example

Bad weather was the main obstacle to our journey.

Schlechtes Wetter war das größte Hindernis für unsere Reise.

C1 adjective /əbˈsɛsɪv/

obsessive

obsessiv

Meaning

Relating to or characterized by an obsession; thinking about something too much.

Example

He has an obsessive interest in cleanliness.

Er hat ein obsessives Interesse an Sauberkeit.

C1 adjective /ˌɔː.riˈen.təl/

Oriental

bezogen auf die Länder Ostasiens; orientalisch

Meaning

relating to the countries of East Asia; eastern

Example

The museum has a beautiful collection of oriental art.

Das Museum hat eine schöne Sammlung orientalischer Kunst.

C1 noun /ˈəʊ.nəs/

onus

Verantwortung

Meaning

A duty or responsibility, especially a heavy one.

Example

The onus is on the government to provide relief to the victims.

Die Verantwortung liegt bei der Regierung, den Opfern Hilfe zu leisten.

C1 verb /ˌoʊvərˈʃædoʊ/

overshadow

überschatten

Meaning

to appear more important or significant than something else, reducing its impact

Example

The scandal overshadowed his achievements.

Der Skandal überschattete seine Erfolge.

B2 verb /ˈɒkjʊpaɪ/

occupy

besetzen

Meaning

to take up space or time; to live or work in a place

Example

The new family will occupy the house next month.

Die neue Familie wird das Haus naechsten Monat beziehen.

C1 adjective /əˈblɪɡ.ə.tɔː.ri/

obligatory

obligatorisch

Meaning

Required by a legal, moral, or other rule; compulsory.

Example

Wearing a seatbelt is obligatory in most countries.

Das Tragen eines Sicherheitsgurts ist in den meisten Ländern obligatorisch.

C1 adjective /ɒˈstɛnsəbl/

ostensible

scheinbar

Meaning

stated or appearing to be true, but not necessarily so

Example

His ostensible reason for leaving was illness, but many doubted it.

Sein scheinbarer Grund für das Verlassen war Krankheit, aber viele zweifelten daran.

C2 adjective /ɒmˈnɪʃ.ənt/

Omniscient

allwissend

Meaning

having complete knowledge; all-knowing

Example

The narrator in the novel appears to be omniscient, knowing every character's thoughts.

Der Erzähler im Roman scheint omniscient zu sein, da er die Gedanken aller Charaktere kennt.

B2 noun /ɒdz/

odds

Wahrscheinlichkeit

Meaning

the likelihood or probability of something happening; chances for or against something

Example

The odds of winning the lottery are very low.

Die Chancen, im Lotto zu gewinnen, sind sehr gering.

C2 noun /ˈɒbsɪkwi/

obsequy

Begräbnisritus

Meaning

A funeral rite, usually used in plural form obsequies.

Example

The village gathered for the obsequy of their beloved teacher.

Das Dorf versammelte sich für das Begräbnisritus ihres geliebten Lehrers.

C1 adjective ˈɒk.sɪ.də.tɪv

oxidative

Mit Oxidation verbunden

Meaning

Related to or caused by oxidation, especially cellular damage from free radicals.

Example

Excess stress can lead to oxidative damage in cells.

Übermäßiger Stress kann oxidativen Schaden in Zellen verursachen.

C1 verb /ˌoʊvərˈrʌn/

overrun

überwuchern

Meaning

to spread over or occupy completely; to exceed a limit or time

Example

The garden was overrun with weeds.

Der Garten war von Unkraut überwuchert.

C1 noun /ˈɔɪntmənt/

ointment

Salbe

Meaning

A smooth, oily substance applied to the skin for healing or soothing.

Example

The doctor prescribed an ointment for the burn on his arm.

Der Arzt verschrieb eine Salbe für die Verbrennung an seinem Arm.

A2 noun əˈlɪm.pɪk ɡeɪmz

Olympic Games

olympische spiele

Meaning

The world's largest international sports competition held every four years, bringing together athletes from different countries to compete in various sports.

Example

The Olympic Games bring together the world's top athletes.

Die Olympischen Spiele bringen die besten Athleten der Welt zusammen.

B2 noun /ˈaʊtɪŋ/

outing

Ausflug

Meaning

a short trip or excursion, often for leisure or enjoyment

Example

They had a lovely outing at the beach last weekend.

Sie hatten einen schönen Ausflug zum Strand am letzten Wochenende.

B2 noun /ˈaʊtlet/

outlet

Auslass

Meaning

a means by which something is released, expressed, or distributed

Example

Art is a great outlet for emotions.

Kunst ist ein großartiger Auslass für Emotionen.

C1 verb /əˈprɛs/

oppress

unterdrücken

Meaning

to keep someone down by harsh and unfair use of authority; to suppress

Example

The dictator oppressed the people for decades.

Der Diktator unterdrückte das Volk über Jahrzehnten.

B2 verb /əˈpoʊz/

oppose

opponieren

Meaning

to disagree with or resist; to act against

Example

Many citizens oppose the new tax policy.

Viele Bürger opponieren gegen die neue Steuerpolitik.

B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈtɜrn/

overturn

umkehren / eine Entscheidung aufheben

Meaning

to turn something upside down or to reverse a decision or judgment

Example

The court decided to overturn the previous ruling.

Das Gericht entschied sich, das vorherige Urteil aufzuheben.

C1 verb ˈɔːr.kɪ.streɪt

orchestrate

koordiniert

Meaning

To plan or coordinate the elements of (a situation) to produce a desired effect, especially surreptitiously.

Example

He skillfully orchestrated the entire event.

Er hat das gesamte Event geschickt orchestriert.

C1 noun /əˈfen.dər/

Offender

Straftäter; Gesetzesbrecher

Meaning

a person who commits an illegal act; someone who breaks the law

Example

The young offender was sentenced to community service.

Der junge Straftäter wurde zu gemeinnütziger Arbeit verurteilt.

A1 preposition /ʌv/

of

von

Meaning

expressing the relationship between a part and a whole

Example

The book is on the table, in front of the window.

Das Buch ist auf dem Tisch, vor dem Fenster.

C2 adjective /ɒmˈnɪp.ə.tənt/

omnipotent

allmächtig

Meaning

Having unlimited power; able to do anything; all-powerful.

Example

In many religions, God is considered omnipotent.

In vielen Religionen wird Gott als omnipotent angesehen.

B2 noun /əˈfɛns/

offense

Vergehen

Meaning

an illegal act; a crime

Example

The offense was committed in broad daylight.

Das Vergehen wurde bei Tageslicht begangen.

B2 adjective /ˌɑːp.təˈmɪs.tɪk/

optimistic

optimistisch

Meaning

hopeful and confident about the future

Example

She is optimistic about the success of her new project.

Sie ist optimistisch über den Erfolg ihres neuen Projekts.

C1 noun /ˈɒptɪks/

optics

Optik

Meaning

The branch of physics dealing with light and vision.

Example

She studied optics to understand how lenses work.

Sie studierte Optik, um zu verstehen, wie Linsen funktionieren.

C2 adjective /əbˈsiːkwɪəs/

obsequious

kriecherisch

Meaning

Excessively obedient or attentive in a servile way.

Example

The waiter gave an obsequious bow to every customer.

Der Kellner machte eine kriecherische Verbeugung vor jedem Kunden.

C2 noun /ˈɒb.stɪ.nə.si/

obstinacy

Eigensinn

Meaning

Stubborn refusal to change one's opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so.

Example

His obstinacy made negotiations difficult.

Sein Eigensinn erschwerte die Verhandlungen.

C1 noun /ˈɒn.slɔːt/

onslaught

Angriff

Meaning

A fierce or destructive attack.

Example

The village faced an onslaught of enemy forces.

Das Dorf sah sich einem Angriff der feindlichen Truppen gegenüber.

B2 noun /ˈaʊt.kʌm/

Outcome

Ergebnis; Folge;

Meaning

the result or consequence of an action or situation; the final product

Example

The outcome of the election surprised everyone.

Das Ergebnis der Wahl überraschte alle.

B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈwɛlm/

overwhelm

überwältigen

Meaning

to overpower someone emotionally or physically; to be too much to handle

Example

She was overwhelmed with gratitude after receiving the help.

Sie war überwältigt von Dankbarkeit, nachdem sie die Hilfe erhalten hatte.

C2 adjective /ˈɒf.biːt/

offbeat

ungewöhnlich

Meaning

Unusual, unconventional, or different from the norm.

Example

She has a very offbeat sense of humor.

Sie hat einen sehr ungewöhnlichen Sinn für Humor.

C2 verb /əbˈvɜːrt/

obvert

umkehren

Meaning

To turn something so as to face in a different direction; in logic, to convert a proposition by negating both subject and predicate.

Example

The teacher asked the students to obvert the statement for practice.

Der Lehrer bat die Schüler, die Aussage zum Üben zu obvertieren.

C1 noun /ˈoʊvərˌsiːər/

overseer

Aufseher

Meaning

a person who supervises work or workers; a manager

Example

The overseer made sure the workers followed safety rules.

Der Aufseher stellte sicher, dass die Arbeiter die Sicherheitsregeln befolgten.

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.

B2 noun /ˈɒkjʊpənt/

occupant

insasse

Meaning

A person who resides in or is present in a house, vehicle, seat, or place.

Example

The car had three occupants at the time of the accident.

Das Auto hatte drei Insassen zum Zeitpunkt des Unfalls.

C1 verb /uːz/

ooze

sickern

Meaning

to slowly flow or leak out through small openings or pores

Example

Blood began to ooze from the small cut.

Blut begann aus dem kleinen Schnitt zu sickern.

B2 adverb /əˈfɪʃəli/

officially

offiziell

Meaning

in a formal or authorized way

Example

The building was officially opened by the mayor.

Das Gebäude wurde offiziell vom Bürgermeister eröffnet.

B2 adjective /aʊtˈstændɪŋ/

outstanding

herausragend

Meaning

extremely good or impressive; not yet resolved or paid

Example

She received an award for her outstanding performance.

Sie erhielt einen Preis für ihre herausragende Leistung.

A2 noun /ˈʌv.ən/

Oven

ofen

Meaning

an enclosed compartment used for heating, baking, or drying food

Example

She baked cookies in the oven for thirty minutes.

Sie backte Kekse im Ofen für dreißig Minuten.

C1 noun /ˈɑːlɪˌɡɑːrki/

oligarchy

Oligarchie

Meaning

A small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution.

Example

The nation was ruled by a wealthy oligarchy that controlled all resources.

Das Land wurde von einer wohlhabenden Oligarchie regiert, die alle Ressourcen kontrollierte.

C1 adjective /ˌaʊt ən ˈaʊt/

out-and-out

vollständig

Meaning

complete; absolute; used to emphasize something extreme

Example

The speech was an out-and-out lie.

Die Rede war eine vollständige Lüge.

C1 verb /ˈɔːstrəˌsaɪz/

ostracize

ostracisieren

Meaning

to exclude someone from a group or society; to banish or shun

Example

After the scandal, he was ostracized by his former colleagues.

Nach dem Skandal wurde er von seinen ehemaligen Kollegen ostracized.

B2 adjective /ˈɔː.rəl/

Oral

mündlich; bezogen auf den Mund

Meaning

spoken rather than written; relating to the mouth

Example

The oral examination will test your speaking skills.

Die mündliche Prüfung wird Ihre Sprechfähigkeiten testen.

A2 pronoun /aʊərˈsɛlvz/

ourselves

wir selbst

Meaning

used by the speaker to refer to themselves and one or more others as the object of the verb

Example

We should help ourselves before helping others.

Wir sollten uns selbst helfen, bevor wir anderen helfen.

B2 verb /əˈblaɪdʒ/

oblige

verpflichten

Meaning

to compel or require someone to do something; to help or do a favor

Example

I would be happy to oblige you with the information you need.

Ich würde mich freuen, Ihnen die benötigten Informationen zu geben.

B1 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈsiːz/

overseas

ins Ausland

Meaning

in or to a foreign country across the sea

Example

He went overseas for higher education.

Er ging ins Ausland für höhere Bildung.

C1 adjective /ˌaʊtˈspoʊkən/

Outspoken

offen

Meaning

frank; speaking directly

Example

She is known for being outspoken about social issues.

Sie ist dafür bekannt, offen über gesellschaftliche Themen zu sprechen.

C2 noun /ˈɔːrzmən/

Oarsman

Ruderer

Meaning

a person who rows a boat, especially as a member of a racing crew

Example

The experienced oarsman rowed the boat across the river.

Der erfahrene Ruderer ruderte das Boot über den Fluss.

B2 verb əbˈzɜːrvd

observed

begehen

Meaning

To celebrate or keep a religious or other festival.

Example

The day is observed annually to raise awareness.

Der Tag wird jährlich begangen, um Bewusstsein zu schaffen.

C2 adjective /ˌoʊpəˈlɛsənt/

opalescent

opalartig

Meaning

showing or reflecting a milky, iridescent light like an opal

Example

The opalescent sky glowed with shades of pink and blue.

Der opaleszente Himmel leuchtete in rosa und blauen Tönen.

B2 noun /ˈaʊtbɜːrst/

outburst

plötzlicher Ausbruch von Wut oder Emotion

Meaning

a sudden release of strong emotion or activity

Example

She had an angry outburst during the meeting.

Sie hatte während des Treffens einen wütenden Ausbruch.

B2 adjective /ˈaʊtˌɡoʊɪŋ/

outgoing

gesellig

Meaning

Friendly and sociable; inclined to mix with others.

Example

He is an outgoing person who loves meeting new people.

Er ist eine gesellige Person, die es liebt, neue Leute zu treffen.

C2 noun /əbˈsɪdiən/

obsidian

obsidian (dunkler, glasartiger Vulkangestein)

Meaning

A hard, dark, glasslike volcanic rock formed by rapid solidification of lava.

Example

The knife was made from sharp obsidian.

Das Messer war aus scharfem Obsidian gemacht.

C2 adjective /ˌɔːfˈkiː/

off-key

falsch

Meaning

out of tune; not in accordance with expected standards

Example

The singer was slightly off-key during the performance.

Der Sänger war während der Aufführung leicht falsch.

A1 preposition, adverb /ˈoʊvər/

over

über

Meaning

across, on top of, or beyond

Example

The book is lying over the table.

Das Buch liegt über dem Tisch.

C1 noun əˈblɪv.i.ən

oblivion

Vergessenheit, Zerstörung, Verschwinden

Meaning

The state of being unaware or unconscious of what is happening; complete forgetfulness.

Example

His name faded into oblivion over time.

Sein Name verschwand mit der Zeit in der Vergessenheit.

C2 adjective /ˌoʊdəˈrɪfərəs/

odoriferous

wohlriechend

Meaning

having or giving off a smell, especially a strong or pleasant one

Example

The garden was filled with odoriferous flowers.

Der Garten war mit wohlriechenden Blumen gefüllt.

B2 noun /ˈɒt.ər/

Meaning

a thing that is or may be chosen; an alternative course of action

Example

You have the option to work from home or office.

Du hast die Option, von zu Hause oder im Büro zu arbeiten.

B1 noun ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪtiz

opportunities

Gelegenheiten

Meaning

A set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something; chances for advancement or success.

Example

Opportunities for jobs decreased.

Die Gelegenheiten für Jobs nahmen ab.

B2 noun /ˈɔːkɪstrə/

orchestra

Orchester

Meaning

a large group of musicians playing different instruments together

Example

The orchestra performed beautifully at the concert.

Das Orchester hat beim Konzert wunderschön gespielt.

C1 verb /əbˈsɛs/

obsess

besessen sein von

Meaning

To preoccupy or fill the mind of someone continually and to an excessive degree.

Example

She tends to obsess over small details.

Sie neigt dazu, sich über kleine Details zu besessen.

C1 adjective /ˌɔːrθəˈpiːdɪk/

orthopedic

bezieht sich auf die Korrektur von Knochen- oder Muskelverformungen

Meaning

Relating to the correction of deformities of bones or muscles.

Example

She visited an orthopedic surgeon for her back pain.

Sie besuchte einen orthopädischen Chirurgen wegen ihrer Rückenschmerzen.

C1 noun /ˌɑːpərˈtuːnɪst/

opportunist

Opportunist

Meaning

A person who takes advantage of situations for personal gain, often disregarding principles.

Example

He is seen as an opportunist who always puts his interests first.

Er wird als Opportunist gesehen, der immer seine eigenen Interessen an erste Stelle setzt.

B1 adjective /ˈaʊtər/

outer

äußeren

Meaning

situated on or toward the outside; external

Example

The outer layer of the jacket is waterproof.

Die äußere Schicht der Jacke ist wasserdicht.

B2 noun /ˈɒpəreɪtər/

operator

Operator

Meaning

a person who operates equipment, a business, or controls something

Example

The machine operator ensured that everything ran smoothly.

Der Maschinenoperator stellte sicher, dass alles reibungslos lief.

C1 verb /ˌaʊtˈstrɛtʃ/

outstretch

ausstrecken

Meaning

To extend or stretch something outward.

Example

He outstretched his hand to help her up.

Er streckte seine Hand aus, um ihr zu helfen.

C1 adjective /aʊtˈmoʊdɪd/

outmoded

veraltet

Meaning

No longer in fashion or useful; outdated.

Example

That old computer is completely outmoded.

Dieser alte Computer ist völlig veraltet.

C2 verb /ˈɑːbvieɪt/

obviate

beseitigen

Meaning

To remove a need or difficulty; to prevent or avoid something.

Example

This new system obviates the need for manual data entry.

Dieses neue System beseitigt die Notwendigkeit einer manuellen Dateneingabe.

B1 adjective /ˈɔːɡənaɪzd/

organized

organisiert

Meaning

Arranged in a systematic way, especially on a large scale.

Example

An organized approach to work increases productivity and reduces stress.

Ein gut organisierter Ansatz bei der Arbeit erhöht die Produktivität und reduziert Stress.

B2 verb /əˈrɪdʒɪneɪt/

originate

entstehen

Meaning

to come into existence; to begin; to create or produce

Example

The tradition originated in ancient times.

Die Tradition entstand in alten Zeiten.

C2 verb ˈɑːb.fə.skeɪt

obfuscate

verschleiern, unklar machen, verwirren

Meaning

Render obscure, unclear, or unintelligible.

Example

Politicians often obfuscate facts to mislead people.

Politiker verschleiern oft Fakten, um die Menschen zu täuschen.

C1 adjective əʊˈpeɪk

opaque

undurchsichtig, undurchdringlich, schwer zu verstehen

Meaning

Not able to be seen through; not transparent; difficult to understand.

Example

The glass was too opaque to see through.

Das Glas war zu undurchsichtig, um hindurch zu sehen.

C1 adjective /ˈɒptɪməm/

optimum

optimal

Meaning

Most conducive to a favorable outcome; best.

Example

To achieve optimum results, we need to improve efficiency.

Um optimale Ergebnisse zu erzielen, müssen wir die Effizienz verbessern.

B2 adjective ˌɒp.ərˈeɪ.ʃən.əl

operational

betrieblich

Meaning

In working order; ready for use.

Example

The space project will be operational by 2025.

Das Weltraumprojekt wird bis 2025 operational sein.

C2 noun /əˈprəʊ.bri.əm/

opprobrium

Verachtung, Schande

Meaning

Harsh criticism or public disgrace.

Example

The scandal brought opprobrium on the politician.

Der Skandal brachte Verachtung für den Politiker.

B1 adjective, adverb /ˈoʊvərɔːl/

overall

insgesamt

Meaning

in general or as a whole

Example

Overall, the project has been successful.

Insgesamt war das Projekt erfolgreich.

B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌskɜːrt/

outskirt

der Stadtrand

Meaning

the outer edge or border of a town or city

Example

They built a new factory on the outskirts of the city.

Sie bauten eine neue Fabrik am Stadtrand der Stadt.

C2 noun /oʊˈbeɪsəns/

obeisance

Ehrerbietung

Meaning

A gesture of respect such as a bow or curtsy.

Example

They bowed in obeisance to the king.

Sie verbeugten sich in Ehrerbietung vor dem König.

B2 noun /ˌɑb.zɚˈveɪ.ʃən/

Observation

Beobachtung

Meaning

the action of watching something carefully; a comment or remark

Example

The scientist made careful observations of the experiment.

Der Wissenschaftler machte sorgfältige Beobachtungen des Experiments.

C1 verb /ˌoʊvərˈpaʊər/

overpower

überwältigen

Meaning

To defeat or gain control over someone or something by using greater strength or force.

Example

The soldiers managed to overpower the enemy forces.

Die Soldaten konnten die feindlichen Truppen überwältigen.

C2 noun /oʊˈbleɪʃən/

oblation

Opfergabe

Meaning

a religious offering, especially of bread or wine to God

Example

The priest placed the oblation on the altar during the ceremony.

Der Priester legte die Opfergabe während der Zeremonie auf den Altar.

C2 noun /ˌɒstɛnˈteɪʃən/

ostentation

Prunk

Meaning

excessive display of wealth or knowledge intended to attract admiration or envy

Example

The billionaire’s party was full of ostentation and luxury.

Die Party des Milliardärs war voller Prunk und Luxus.

B2 noun /ˈaʊtlʊk/

outlook

Aussicht, Prognose

Meaning

a person's general attitude or view; a forecast or prospect

Example

The economic outlook for the year is positive.

Der wirtschaftliche Ausblick für das Jahr ist positiv.

C1 noun /ˈɑːdəsi/

odyssey

lange Reise

Meaning

a long, adventurous journey; a series of experiences

Example

Her career has been an odyssey of challenges and achievements.

Ihre Karriere war eine Odyssee aus Herausforderungen und Erfolgen.

C2 noun /ˈaʊtˌrɪɡər/

outrigger

Stabilisierungsstruktur

Meaning

a projecting structure on a boat, used for stability, or a boat fitted with such support

Example

The fisherman paddled his outrigger canoe across the lagoon.

Der Fischer paddelte sein Outrigger-Kanu über die Lagune.

B2 noun /ˌɒb.zəˈveɪ.ʃənz/

observations

Beobachtung

Meaning

The action or process of observing something carefully.

Example

Observations of distant galaxies provide new insights.

Beobachtungen von fernen Galaxien liefern neue Einblicke.

B2 noun ˈoʊzoʊn dɪˈpliʃən

ozone depletion

Ozonabbau

Meaning

The reduction in the amount of ozone in the Earth's stratosphere, leading to increased UV radiation.

Example

Ozone depletion increases UV radiation.

Ozonabbau erhöht die UV-Strahlung.

C1 adjective /əbˈstrʌk.tɪv/

Obstructive

hemmend

Meaning

deliberately creating difficulties or preventing progress; hindering or blocking something

Example

The obstructive policies hindered economic growth.

Die hemmenden Maßnahmen behinderten das Wirtschaftswachstum.

C1 adverb /ˈaʊtwədli/

Outwardly

äußere Erscheinung; nach außen hin;

Meaning

on the surface; externally; in appearance

Example

Outwardly, he seemed calm, but inside he was nervous.

Äußerlich schien er ruhig zu sein, aber innerlich war er nervös.

B2 adjective /ˈɒp.ʃən.əl/

Optional

optional

Meaning

not compulsory; left to choice

Example

Wearing a tie is optional for this event.

Das Tragen einer Krawatte ist für diese Veranstaltung optional.

B1 adjective /ˌoʊvərˈweɪt/

overweight

Übergewicht

Meaning

heavier than is considered healthy or normal

Example

The doctor advised him to lose weight as he was overweight.

Der Arzt riet ihm, Gewicht zu verlieren, da er übergewichtig war.

C2 noun /ˌɑːpərˈtuːnɪzəm/

opportunism

Opportunismus

Meaning

The practice of taking advantage of opportunities regardless of principles or ethics.

Example

His decision was driven by opportunism, not values.

Seine Entscheidung wurde durch Opportunismus motiviert, nicht durch Werte.

C1 noun /ˈɔr.ə.tər/

Orator

Redner

Meaning

a public speaker, especially one who is eloquent or skilled in speaking

Example

The famous orator delivered an inspiring speech.

Der berühmte Redner hielt eine inspirierende Rede.

C2 noun /ˈɒkjʊlɪst/

oculist

Augenarzt

Meaning

An old-fashioned term for an eye doctor or ophthalmologist.

Example

The village oculist was known for treating various eye diseases.

Der Oculist des Dorfes war bekannt für die Behandlung verschiedener Augenkrankheiten.

B1 noun /ˈɔːfɪsər/

officer

Beamter

Meaning

a person in a position of authority, especially in law enforcement

Example

The officer gave him a ticket for speeding.

Der Beamte gab ihm ein Ticket wegen zu schnellen Fahrens.

A1 verb, adjective /oʊn/

own

besitzen

Meaning

to possess something; belonging to oneself

Example

She owns a beautiful house in the city.

Sie besitzt ein schönes Haus in der Stadt.

A2 adjective /ˈaʊtdɔːr/

outdoor

im Freien

Meaning

situated, existing, or done outside a building

Example

We planned an outdoor picnic for the weekend.

Wir haben ein Picknick im Freien für das Wochenende geplant.

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.

B2 adverb /ˈoʊpənli/

Openly

offen; öffentlich

Meaning

in a frank and honest way; without concealment; publicly

Example

She spoke openly about her struggles with mental health.

Sie sprach offen über ihre Kämpfe mit der psychischen Gesundheit.

C2 noun /ɑːlˈfækʃən/

olfaction

Geruchssinn

Meaning

The sense of smell; the process of detecting and perceiving odors.

Example

Dogs have a highly developed sense of olfaction.

Hunde haben einen sehr gut entwickelten Geruchssinn.

B2 noun/verb /ˌoʊvərˈlæp/

overlap

Überlappung

Meaning

To extend over and cover partly; an area where things coincide.

Example

The two meetings overlap by an hour.

Die beiden Besprechungen überlappen sich um eine Stunde.

C1 adjective/adverb /ˌɒfˈhænd/

offhand

unüberlegt

Meaning

Without previous thought or preparation; casual and sometimes dismissive.

Example

She gave an offhand reply to his serious question.

Sie gab eine unüberlegte Antwort auf seine ernsthafte Frage.

A2 adjective /ɒd/

Odd

seltsam; ungewöhnlich; anders als das, was normal oder erwartet wird

Meaning

strange; unusual; different from what is normal or expected

Example

That's an odd way to solve the problem.

Das ist eine seltsame Art, das Problem zu lösen.

C2 verb /ˈoʊɡəl/

ogle

gierig anschauen

Meaning

To look at someone with obvious sexual interest.

Example

He kept ogling the models on the runway.

Er konnte die Models auf dem Laufsteg nicht aus den Augen lassen.

C1 noun /ˈɔːrdɪnəns/

ordinance

verordnung

Meaning

An authoritative rule, law, or decree issued by a city, town, or authority.

Example

The city council passed an ordinance banning smoking in public parks.

Der Stadtrat verabschiedete eine Verordnung, die das Rauchen in öffentlichen Parks verbietet.

C1 verb /ˌoʊvərˈriːtʃ/

overreach

Überforderung

Meaning

to go beyond what is proper, acceptable, or achievable; to overextend

Example

The politician overreached by making promises he couldn't keep.

Der Politiker hat sich übernommen, indem er Versprechungen gemacht hat, die er nicht einhalten konnte.

B2 noun /ˈɔr.fən/

Orphan

Waisenkind

Meaning

a child whose parents are dead; someone without protective support

Example

The orphan was adopted by a loving family.

Das Waisenkind wurde von einer liebevollen Familie adoptiert.