C2 /ˈpæn.ə.pli/

panoply

Panoplie

Meaning

A complete or impressive collection of things; a full set of armor.

Example

The museum displayed a panoply of ancient weapons.

Das Museum zeigte eine Panoplie antiker Waffen.

C2 adjective /kəmˈpleɪzənt/

complaisant

zu nachgiebig

Meaning

willing to please others or to accept what they do or say without protest

Example

He was too complaisant to refuse their demands.

Er war zu nachgiebig, um ihre Forderungen abzulehnen.

B2 adjective /ɔːˈθen.tɪk/

Authentic

authentisch; echt; real; nicht gefälscht

Meaning

genuine; real; not fake or copied

Example

The museum displays only authentic artifacts from ancient civilizations.

Das Museum zeigt nur authentische Artefakte aus alten Zivilisationen.

C2 adjective /ˈθrɛdˌbɛr/

threadbare

abgenutzt und dünn durch übermäßige Nutzung

Meaning

Worn out and thin from too much use; shabby.

Example

His threadbare coat could not keep him warm in winter.

Sein abgenutzter Mantel konnte ihn im Winter nicht warm halten.

C2 noun /ˈstrɪplɪŋ/

stripling

Jüngling

Meaning

a young man who is not yet fully grown

Example

The stripling dreamed of becoming a brave knight.

Der Jüngling träumte davon, ein tapferer Ritter zu werden.

B1 adjective /ˈtemptɪŋ/

Tempting

verlockend

Meaning

appealing to or attracting someone, even if wrong or inadvisable; alluring

Example

The chocolate cake looked very tempting in the bakery window.

Der Schokoladenkuchen sah sehr verlockend im Fenster der Bäckerei aus.

A2 noun /toʊ/

Toe

Zehe

Meaning

any of the five digits at the end of the human foot

Example

She stubbed her toe on the chair leg.

Sie hat ihren Zeh an der Stuhlbeine gestoßen.

B2 noun /ˈɡləʊ.bəl piːs/

global peace

globale Friedens

Meaning

Worldwide harmony and absence of conflict between nations.

Example

Global peace requires collective efforts.

Weltfrieden erfordert kollektive Anstrengungen.

C2 verb /oʊˈpaɪn/

opine

eine Meinung äußern

Meaning

to express an opinion or belief

Example

The professor opined that the policy would fail.

Der Professor äußerte die Meinung, dass die Politik scheitern würde.

C2 adverb /ˈfɔːrbi/

forby

außerdem

Meaning

In addition; besides (archaic Scottish/English word).

Example

He is kind and generous, and wise forby.

Er ist freundlich und großzügig, und außerdem weise.

C2 adjective /ˈpjuːtətɪv/

putative

vermeint

Meaning

commonly accepted or supposed; generally regarded as such

Example

He is the putative father of the child.

Er ist der vermeintliche Vater des Kindes.

C1 noun /fiˈæs.koʊ/

fiasco

totaler Misserfolg

Meaning

a complete failure, especially a ludicrous or humiliating one

Example

The event turned into a complete fiasco due to poor planning.

Das Event verwandelte sich aufgrund schlechter Planung in einen totalen Misserfolg.

C1 noun /ˈɡʌnˌpaʊdər/

Gunpowder

Schießpulver

Meaning

explosive powder used in guns and fireworks

Example

Gunpowder was invented in ancient China.

Schießpulver wurde im alten China erfunden.

B2 noun /dəˈmeɪn/

domain

Bereich

Meaning

An area of knowledge, activity, or territory over which control is exercised.

Example

Mathematics is her main domain of expertise.

Mathematik ist ihr Hauptbereich der Expertise.

C1 verb /ɪnˈsjuː/

ensue

folgen

Meaning

to happen as a result or consequence

Example

After the argument, silence ensued.

Nach dem Streit folgte Stille.

C2 adjective /ˈrɛkriənt/

recreant

feige, verräterisch

Meaning

cowardly or unfaithful to duty

Example

The recreant soldier abandoned his post in fear.

Der feige Soldat verließ seinen Posten aus Angst.

B2 verb /ˈkɒmbæt/

combat

kämpfen

Meaning

to fight against something, especially to reduce or stop it

Example

The government is taking steps to combat corruption.

Die Regierung ergreift Maßnahmen, um gegen Korruption zu kämpfen.

B2 verb /slæm/

slam

mit großer Kraft zuschlagen

Meaning

to close or hit something with great force

Example

He slammed the door angrily after the argument.

Er schlug die Tür wütend zu, nachdem der Streit beendet war.

B2 adverb /fɔːrθ/

forth

vorwärts

Meaning

forward in place, time, or order

Example

The leader stepped forth to address the crowd.

Der Anführer trat hervor, um die Menge anzusprechen.

A2 noun /hɒt drɪŋk/

Hot-drink

heißes Getränk

Meaning

a warm or heated beverage consumed for refreshment or comfort

Example

I prefer a hot drink like tea or coffee in the morning.

Ich bevorzuge ein heißes Getränk wie Tee oder Kaffee am Morgen.

A2 noun /ˈsɒftweə/

software

Software

Meaning

the programs and other operating information used by a computer

Example

He installed the software to enhance the performance of his computer.

Er hat die Software installiert, um die Leistung seines Computers zu verbessern.

B2 adjective /ˈpær.ə.lel/

Parallel

parallel

Meaning

side by side and having the same distance continuously between them; similar or corresponding

Example

The two roads run parallel to each other for several miles.

Die beiden Straßen verlaufen parallel zueinander über mehrere Meilen.

C1 noun ˌhaɪ.droʊˈpɒn.ɪks

hydroponics

Hydroponik

Meaning

Growing plants using nutrient-rich water instead of soil.

Example

Hydroponics allows crops to grow without soil.

Hydroponik ermöglicht es den Pflanzen, ohne Erde zu wachsen.

C1 adjective /daɪər/

Dire

schlimm; dringend; schrecklich

Meaning

extremely serious; urgent; terrible

Example

The country is facing a dire economic crisis.

Das Land steht vor einer schlimmen wirtschaftlichen Krise.

C2 adjective /ˈtɔɪl.səm/

toilsome

anstrengend

Meaning

Involving hard or exhausting work; laborious.

Example

The workers had a toilsome day in the hot sun.

Die Arbeiter hatten einen anstrengenden Tag in der heißen Sonne.

C1 noun /ˈstændˌstɪl/

standstill

Stillstand

Meaning

a situation in which all movement or activity stops

Example

The traffic came to a standstill after the accident.

Der Verkehr kam nach dem Unfall zum Stillstand.

B1 adjective /ʌnˈkʊkt/

uncooked

roh

Meaning

Not cooked; in a raw state.

Example

Eating uncooked meat can be dangerous.

Rohes Fleisch zu essen kann gefährlich sein.

B2 adjective /hɪˈspænɪk/

hispanic

hispanisch / spanischsprachig

Meaning

relating to Spain or Spanish-speaking countries, especially Latin America.

Example

She studies Hispanic culture and language.

Sie studiert hispanische Kultur und Sprache.

A2 noun /ˈsiː.nər.i/

Scenery

Landschaft

Meaning

the natural features of a landscape; the painted background used on a theater stage

Example

The mountain scenery was breathtakingly beautiful.

Die Berglandschaft war atemberaubend schön.

C1 adjective /ˈəʊnərəs/

onerous

beschwerlich

Meaning

involving a great deal of effort, difficulty, or burden

Example

Fulfilling the contract proved to be an onerous task for the company.

Die Erfüllung des Vertrags erwies sich als eine beschwerliche Aufgabe für das Unternehmen.

C2 noun /səbˈdʌk.ʃən/

subduction

Die seitliche und nach unten gerichtete Bewegung einer Schicht der Erdkruste in den Mantel unter einer anderen Schicht.

Meaning

The lateral and downward movement of the edge of a plate of the earth's crust into the mantle beneath another plate.

Example

The Pacific Ring of Fire is an area of intense subduction.

Der pazifische Feuerring ist ein Gebiet intensiver Subduktion.

C1 verb /ˈdɛprɪˌkeɪt/

deprecate

missbilligen

Meaning

to express disapproval of something

Example

The teacher deprecated the use of slang in academic essays.

Der Lehrer missbilligte den Gebrauch von Slang in akademischen Aufsätzen.

C2 noun /ˈoʊvərlɔːrd/

overlord

Herrscher

Meaning

A ruler, master, or person of great power and authority over others.

Example

The peasants were forced to pay taxes to their overlord.

Die Bauern wurden gezwungen, Steuern an ihren Herrscher zu zahlen.

C1 noun /kwɪnˈtɛt/

quintet

Quintett

Meaning

A group of five people or things, especially musicians.

Example

The jazz quintet performed beautifully.

Das Jazz-Quintett spielte wunderschön.

C2 verb /ˌpriːɪɡˈzɪst/

preexist

vorher existieren

Meaning

to exist beforehand or before something else

Example

These customs preexist the arrival of modern technology.

Diese Bräuche existierten vor der Ankunft moderner Technologie.

B2 noun /ˈwaɪld.laɪf ˌkɒnsərˈveɪʃən/

wildlife conservation

Wildtierschutz

Meaning

The practice of protecting wild animal species and their habitats in order to maintain healthy wildlife species or populations and to restore, protect or enhance natural ecosystems.

Example

Wildlife conservation aims to protect endangered species.

Wildtierschutz hat das Ziel, gefährdete Arten zu schützen.

A1 noun /waɪf/

wife

Ehefrau

Meaning

a woman who is married to someone

Example

She is the wife of the famous author.

Sie ist die Ehefrau des berühmten Autors.

C2 adjective /ɪmˈperɪʃəbəl/

Imperishable

unvergänglich; ewig; unsterblich

Meaning

not subject to decay; lasting forever; eternal

Example

The imperishable beauty of classical art continues to inspire generations.

Die unvergängliche Schönheit der klassischen Kunst inspiriert weiterhin Generationen.

B1 adjective /ˌdɪs.əˈpɔɪn.tɪd/

Disappointed

enttäuscht

Meaning

sad because something has not happened or is not as good as expected

Example

She was disappointed with her exam results.

Sie war enttäuscht über ihre Prüfungsergebnisse.

C2 adjective /ˈlæm.ən.tə.bəl/

lamentable

bedauerlich

Meaning

deserving to be criticized or regretted; unfortunate

Example

The team’s lamentable performance disappointed their fans.

Die bedauerliche Leistung des Teams enttäuschte ihre Fans.

C2 verb /dɪˈpreɪv/

deprave

verderben

Meaning

to corrupt morally; to make someone immoral or wicked

Example

The novel was criticized for attempting to deprave the minds of young readers.

Der Roman wurde kritisiert, weil er versuchte, die Gedanken der jungen Leser zu verderben.

B2 adjective /ˈlɪtərəl/

literal

wörtlich

Meaning

taking words in their usual or most basic sense without metaphor or exaggeration

Example

His comment was meant as a joke, not to be taken in a literal sense.

Sein Kommentar war als Scherz gemeint und sollte nicht wörtlich genommen werden.

C1 noun /kɑst/

Caste

Kaste; Kastensystem

Meaning

a social class system; a hereditary class of Hindu society

Example

The ancient caste system divided society into different social groups.

Das alte Kastensystem teilte die Gesellschaft in verschiedene soziale Gruppen.

B1 noun /ˈlæftər/

laughter

Lachen

Meaning

the act or sound of laughing

Example

The room was filled with laughter.

Der Raum war voller Lachen.

B2 adjective /ˈdɒm.ɪ.nənt/

Dominant

dominant; einflussreich; am wichtigsten

Meaning

controlling, influencing, or prevailing over others; most important or powerful

Example

The dominant player controlled the entire basketball game.

Der dominante Spieler kontrollierte das gesamte Basketballspiel.

C1 noun ˈɛf.lu.ənt

effluent

Abwasser oder kontaminiertes Wasser

Meaning

Liquid waste or sewage discharged into a river or the sea.

Example

Factory effluent contaminates nearby rivers and lakes.

Fabrikabwässer kontaminieren nahegelegene Flüsse und Seen.

B1 noun /ˈælkəhɒl/

alcohol

Alkohol

Meaning

A colorless volatile liquid that is the intoxicating constituent of wine, beer, spirits, and other drinks.

Example

Too much alcohol can damage your liver.

Zu viel Alkohol kann deiner Leber schaden.

A2 noun /ˈpær.ət/

Parrot

Papagei

Meaning

a tropical bird with a curved beak and often brightly colored feathers that can be taught to speak

Example

The colorful parrot repeated everything the children said.

Der bunte Papagei wiederholte alles, was die Kinder sagten.

A2 adverb /ˈev.ri.weər/

Everywhere

überall

Meaning

in all places; wherever you go

Example

The internet allows us to connect with people everywhere.

Das Internet ermöglicht es uns, mit Menschen überall zu verbinden.

A1 noun /ˈlet.ər/

Letter

Buchstabe; Brief

Meaning

a character representing one or more of the sounds used in speech; a written message, typically sent in an envelope

Example

She wrote a letter to her grandmother.

Sie schrieb einen Brief an ihre Großmutter.

C2 noun ˌmæɡnəˈnɪmɪti

magnanimity

Großherzigkeit

Meaning

Generosity in forgiving an insult or injury; forbearance.

Example

His magnanimity towards his competitors was admirable.

Seine Großherzigkeit gegenüber seinen Mitbewerbern war bewundernswert.

B2 verb /ɪˈlɪmɪneɪt/

eliminate

eliminieren

Meaning

To completely remove or get rid of something.

Example

Eliminate time-wasting habits.

Eliminieren Sie Zeitverschwendungsgewohnheiten.

C2 verb /ˈpælieɪt/

palliate

lindern

Meaning

to make a disease, symptoms, or problem less severe without removing the cause

Example

The doctor prescribed medicine to palliate the patient's pain.

Der Arzt verschrieb Medikamente, um den Schmerz des Patienten zu lindern.

C1 adjective /ˈfɛrəl/

feral

wild

Meaning

existing in a wild or untamed state; not domesticated

Example

The feral cat roamed the streets at night.

Die wilde Katze streifte nachts durch die Straßen.

C1 adjective /ˈkjʊərəbl/

curable

heilbar

Meaning

Able to be cured or healed.

Example

The doctor assured her that the disease was curable.

Der Arzt versicherte ihr, dass die Krankheit heilbar war.

C2 adjective /ˈtriːkli/

treacly

Übermäßig süß oder sentimental, wie Sirup.

Meaning

Excessively sweet or sentimental, like treacle.

Example

The movie was too treacly for my taste.

Der Film war für meinen Geschmack zu süßlich.

B1 verb /ˈkwɒlɪfaɪ/

qualify

sich qualifizieren

Meaning

to successfully complete a course or pass an exam; to become eligible

Example

She worked hard to qualify for the competition.

Sie arbeitete hart, um sich für den Wettbewerb zu qualifizieren.

C1 noun /ʌpˈhiːvəl/

upheaval

Umwälzung

Meaning

a violent or sudden change or disruption to something

Example

The company faced a major upheaval after the sudden resignation of its CEO.

Das Unternehmen erlebte eine große Umwälzung nach dem plötzlichen Rücktritt seines CEOs.

C2 adjective /ˈsɛpərəbəl/

separable

trennbar

Meaning

Capable of being separated or divided.

Example

The two issues are separable and should be discussed independently.

Die beiden Themen sind trennbar und sollten unabhängig besprochen werden.

C1 verb /ˈpɜːrkəleɪt/

percolate

perkolieren

Meaning

To filter gradually through a porous surface or substance; to spread slowly.

Example

The rainwater percolated through the soil into the groundwater.

Das Regenwasser perkolierte durch den Boden in das Grundwasser.

C1 noun ˈdaɪ.nə.sti

dynasty

Dynastie

Meaning

A line of hereditary rulers of a country; a succession of people from the same family who play a prominent role in business, politics, or another field.

Example

The Ming dynasty ruled China for centuries.

Die Ming-Dynastie regierte China über Jahrhunderte.

B1 noun /ˌrɛzəˈluːʃən/

resolution

lösung, entschluss

Meaning

The action of solving a problem, dispute, or contentious matter.

Example

The resolution of the issue requires careful planning and action.

Die Lösung des Problems erfordert sorgfältige Planung und Handeln.

A2 noun /ˈʃaʊər/

shower

Dusche

Meaning

a brief fall of rain or snow or a device for taking a bath or washing oneself

Example

After the workout, I took a quick shower to refresh myself.

Nach dem Training nahm ich schnell eine Dusche, um mich zu erfrischen.

A2 adjective /əˈmeɪzɪŋ/

amazing

erstaunlich

Meaning

causing great surprise or wonder; astonishing

Example

The magician performed an amazing trick.

Der Zauberer führte einen erstaunlichen Trick vor.

B1 verb /ˈɒpəreɪt/

operate

bedienen

Meaning

to function; to control or manage; to perform surgery

Example

The surgeon will operate on the patient tomorrow.

Der Chirurg wird den Patienten morgen operieren.

B1 adjective /dɪsˈɡʌstɪŋ/

disgusting

ekelhaft

Meaning

extremely unpleasant or offensive; causing strong dislike or revulsion

Example

The smell coming from the trash can was absolutely disgusting.

Der Geruch aus dem Mülleimer war absolut ekelhaft.

A2 noun /ˈtæksi/

taxi

Taxi

Meaning

A car licensed to transport passengers in exchange for payment of a fare.

Example

We hailed a taxi to get to the airport.

Wir nahmen ein Taxi, um zum Flughafen zu gelangen.

C2 noun /əbˈdʌktər/

abductor

Entführer

Meaning

a person who kidnaps or forcibly takes someone away

Example

The police arrested the abductor after a nationwide search.

Die Polizei verhaftete den Entführer nach einer langen Suche.

B2 adjective /ˈfeɪtl/

Meaning

An individual feature, fact, or item of information.

Example

She explained the plan in great detail.

Sie erklärte den Plan im Detail.

B2 noun /ˈvɜː.tʃuː/

Virtue

Tugend; Moralität; nützliche Qualität

Meaning

behavior showing high moral standards; a good or useful quality of a thing

Example

Honesty is considered the highest virtue in many cultures.

Ehrlichkeit wird in vielen Kulturen als höchste Tugend betrachtet.

B2 verb /sɔːr/

soar

emporsteigen / schnell steigen

Meaning

to fly or rise high in the air; to increase rapidly or dramatically

Example

The eagle soared high above the mountains.

Der Adler flog hoch über die Berge.

B2 adjective /kənˈdʒɛstɪd/

congested

verstopft

Meaning

Blocked up with too much traffic or crowding.

Example

The road was congested during rush hour.

Die Straße war während der Rushhour verstopft.

C2 noun /dɪˈtrækʃən/

detraction

Abwertung

Meaning

The act of belittling or taking away from the value of something.

Example

Her constant detraction of others made her unpopular.

Ihre ständige Abwertung anderer machte sie unpopulär.

A2 noun /ˈneɪ.bər/

Neighbour

Nachbar; daneben

Meaning

a person who lives near or next to another person

Example

My neighbour is very friendly and helpful.

Mein Nachbar ist sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit.

B2 verb /dɪˈsiːv/

deceive

täuschen

Meaning

To cause someone to believe something that is not true.

Example

He tried to deceive his friends with a fake story.

Er versuchte, seine Freunde mit einer falschen Geschichte zu täuschen.

C2 verb /ˈmæɡnɪtaɪz/

magnetize

magnetisieren

Meaning

to make something magnetic or to strongly attract

Example

The scientist managed to magnetize the iron rod.

Der Wissenschaftler konnte die Eisenstange magnetisieren.

C1 noun prəˈpɛn.sə.ti

propensity

Neigung oder natürliche Tendenz

Meaning

An inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way.

Example

He has a propensity for taking risks in business.

Er hat eine Neigung, in Geschäften Risiken einzugehen.

B2 verb /ˈstɑːrtl/

startle

erschrecken

Meaning

To surprise or frighten someone suddenly.

Example

The loud noise startled the children.

Das laute Geräusch erschreckte die Kinder.

B1 adjective ˌɪn.dɪˈpen.dənt

independent

unabhängig

Meaning

Not depending on another for livelihood or subsistence; free from outside control; not subject to another's authority.

Example

An independent institution ensures transparency in governance.

Eine unabhängige Institution sorgt für Transparenz in der Regierungsführung.

C1 noun /ˈstɛnsəl/

stencil

Schablone

Meaning

A thin sheet of material with a design cut out, used to produce the design on the surface below by applying paint or ink through the cut-out holes.

Example

The artist used a stencil to paint identical stars on the wall.

Der Künstler benutzte eine Schablone, um identische Sterne an die Wand zu malen.

A1 verb /driːm/

dream

träumen

Meaning

to have thoughts and images in your mind while sleeping; to hope for

Example

I often dream about flying in the sky.

Ich träume oft davon, am Himmel zu fliegen.

B2 noun ˌvɒlənˈtɪər ˌɔːɡənaɪˈzeɪʃən

volunteer organization

freiwillige Organisation

Meaning

A nonprofit group of people who offer their services willingly without payment for a cause.

Example

BD Clean is a volunteer organization promoting recycling.

BD Clean ist eine freiwillige Organisation, die Recycling fördert.

C1 noun /ˈdɛsɪˌbɛl/

decibel

Dezibel

Meaning

a unit used to measure the intensity of sound

Example

The noise level in the factory exceeded 90 decibels.

Der Geräuschpegel in der Fabrik überschritt 90 Dezibel.

C1 verb /kənˈdəʊn/

condone

kondonieren

Meaning

To accept or allow behavior that is morally wrong or offensive.

Example

The manager refused to condone harassment in the workplace.

Der Manager weigerte sich, Belästigung am Arbeitsplatz zu kondonieren.

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.

B2 verb /ˈvɪʒuəlaɪz/

visualize

visualisieren

Meaning

To form a mental image of something; to imagine.

Example

She tried to visualize her success before the big presentation.

Sie versuchte, ihren Erfolg vor der großen Präsentation zu visualisieren.

A2 verb /rɪˈlæks/

relax

sich entspannen

Meaning

to make or become less tense or anxious; to rest

Example

After a long day, she likes to relax with a good book.

Nach einem langen Tag entspannt sie sich gerne mit einem guten Buch.

C2 adjective /ˌænθrəpəˈmɔːrfɪk/

anthropomorphic

anthropomorph

Meaning

attributing human characteristics to non-human things, like animals or objects

Example

The cartoon shows an anthropomorphic cat walking on two legs.

Der Cartoon zeigt eine anthropomorphe Katze, die auf zwei Beinen läuft.

C1 adjective /ˌfɪz.i.əˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

physiological

im Zusammenhang mit Körperfunktionen und Aktivitäten

Meaning

Relating to bodily functions and activities.

Example

Exercise improves physiological functions of the body.

Übung verbessert die physiologischen Funktionen des Körpers.

B1 noun ˈɪmpækt

impact

Einfluss

Meaning

A strong effect or influence; the action of one object coming forcibly into contact with another.

Example

The decision had great impact.

Die Entscheidung hatte großen Einfluss.

C1 noun /ɪkˈskriːʃən/

excretion

Exkretion

Meaning

the process of eliminating waste matter from the body

Example

Excretion is vital for maintaining a healthy body.

Exkretion ist entscheidend für die Aufrechterhaltung eines gesunden Körpers.

C1 noun /ˈmɪmɪkri/

mimicry

Nachahmung

Meaning

The act of imitating someone or something, often for humor or learning.

Example

The comedian’s mimicry of celebrities made the audience laugh.

Die Nachahmung von Prominenten durch den Komiker brachte das Publikum zum Lachen.

B2 verb /ˈskroʊlɪŋ/

scrolling

scrollen

Meaning

Moving through content on a screen by sliding up or down.

Example

Scrolling through feeds wastes a lot of time.

Durch Feeds scrollen verschwendet viel Zeit.

B2 noun /ˈmɛtəfɔːr/

metaphor

Glück

Meaning

A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable.

Example

Time is a thief is a common metaphor for how quickly life passes.

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

B2 noun /prəˈtɛstər/

protester

Demonstrant

Meaning

a person who takes part in a protest or demonstration

Example

The protester spoke passionately about the cause.

Der Demonstrant sprach leidenschaftlich über die Sache.

C2 noun /ˈbriːzˌweɪ/

breezeway

überdachter Gang

Meaning

A roofed outdoor passage, often connecting two buildings.

Example

The breezeway connected the house to the garage.

Der überdachte Gang verband das Haus mit der Garage.

C2 adjective /ˈræŋ.kər.əs/

rancorous

rachsüchtig

Meaning

Characterized by bitterness or resentment.

Example

Their rancorous debate lasted for hours.

Ihre rachsüchtige Debatte dauerte stundenlang.

C2 adjective rɪˈtɛn.tɪv

retentive

behaltend

Meaning

Having strong memory or the ability to retain information for a long time.

Example

Students with a retentive memory excel in academics.

Schüler mit einem behaltenden Gedächtnis sind in der Schule erfolgreich.

A1 adjective /ˈevri/

Every

jeder; alle; ohne Ausnahme

Meaning

each one; all; without exception

Example

Every student must complete their homework.

Jeder Schüler muss seine Hausaufgaben erledigen.

B2 noun /ˈspaɪs bɒks/

Spice box

Gewürzdose

Meaning

a container used to store various spices and seasonings

Example

She opened the spice box to find cumin for her curry.

Sie öffnete die Gewürzdose, um Kreuzkümmel für ihr Curry zu finden.

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.

C1 adjective ˌkɑːr.sɪ.nəˈdʒen.ɪk

carcinogenic

krebserregend

Meaning

Having the potential to cause cancer in living tissue.

Example

Processed meat contains carcinogenic compounds.

Verarbeitetes Fleisch enthält krebserregende Verbindungen.

C1 adjective /ˌtræn.senˈdɛn.təl/

transcendental

transzendental

Meaning

relating to the spiritual or non-physical realm; surpassing ordinary experience

Example

Meditation can lead to transcendental experiences.

Meditation kann zu transzendentalen Erfahrungen führen.

C1 noun /ˈmælɪs/

Malice

Bosheit; Übelwollen; Feindseligkeit;

Meaning

The intention or desire to do evil; ill will

Example

There was no malice in his criticism, just honest feedback.

In seiner Kritik war keine Bosheit, nur ehrliches Feedback.

C2 adjective /ɡrʌf/

gruff

rauh

Meaning

Rough or stern in manner, speech, or voice.

Example

Despite his gruff manner, he was very kind-hearted.

Trotz seiner rauen Art war er sehr freundlich.

C1 adjective /ˈɪnsjələr/

insular

engstirnig, inselbezogen

Meaning

Narrow-minded, isolated, or relating to an island.

Example

The community was criticized for its insular attitudes toward outsiders.

Die Gemeinschaft wurde für ihre insularen Einstellungen gegenüber Außenseitern kritisiert.

C1 noun /dɪˌsem.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

dissemination

Verbreitung

Meaning

The action or fact of spreading something, especially information, widely.

Example

The dissemination of false information is a major issue.

Die Verbreitung falscher Informationen ist ein großes Problem.

B1 noun ˈsaɪləns

silence

Stille

Meaning

Complete absence of sound; quietness.

Example

Silence filled the air near the graves.

Stille füllte die Luft nahe den Gräbern.

C1 noun /mɪsˈɡɪvɪŋz/

misgivings

Zweifel, Bedenken

Meaning

feelings of doubt or concern about the outcome or propriety of something

Example

She had serious misgivings about signing the contract.

Sie hatte ernsthafte Zweifel an der Unterzeichnung des Vertrags.

C2 adjective /lɪˈbɪdənəs/

libidinous

lüstern

Meaning

Showing excessive sexual drive; lustful.

Example

The play was criticized for its libidinous characters.

Das Stück wurde wegen seiner lüsternen Charaktere kritisiert.

C1 noun /ˈkɜːr.i liːvz/

Curry Leaves

Curryblätter

Meaning

aromatic leaves from the curry tree used in South Asian cooking

Example

Fresh curry leaves add authentic flavor to Indian dishes.

Frische Curryblätter verleihen indischen Gerichten einen authentischen Geschmack.

C2 noun /ˈfɛndər/

fender

Kotflügel

Meaning

a part of a vehicle that frames a wheel well to protect against mud or debris

Example

The car's fender was dented in the accident.

Der Fender des Autos wurde im Unfall eingedrückt.

B2 adjective əˈkwætɪk

aquatic

aquatisch

Meaning

Growing or living in or near water; of or relating to water.

Example

Aquatic species are being endangered by pollution.

Aquatische Arten sind durch Verschmutzung bedroht.

C1 verb /ræsp/

rasp

mit rauer Stimme sprechen oder mit einem groben Geräusch schaben

Meaning

to speak in a rough, harsh voice or to scrape with a coarse sound

Example

He rasped out a warning before collapsing.

Er raspte eine Warnung, bevor er zusammenbrach.