C1 noun /ˈpɑːrlər/

parlor

Salon, Geschäft

Meaning

A sitting room in a private house, or a shop providing specified services.

Example

They welcomed the guests into the front parlor.

Sie empfingen die Gäste im vorderen Parlor.

C2 noun /ˈpoʊ.ɪˌtæs.tər/

poetaster

ein schlechter oder unbedeutender Dichter

Meaning

an inferior or trivial poet

Example

He was mocked as a poetaster by the literary critics.

Er wurde von den Literaturkritikern als Poetaster verspottet.

C2 noun /pɛlf/

pelf

unrechtes Geld

Meaning

Money, especially when gained dishonorably.

Example

The corrupt official was motivated only by pelf.

Der korrupte Beamte wurde nur durch unrechtes Geld motiviert.

B2 noun /ˈpɜː.tʃəs.ɪŋ ˈpaʊ.ɚ/

purchasing power

Kaufkraft

Meaning

The amount of goods and services that can be purchased with a unit of currency.

Example

Due to inflation, people's purchasing power has decreased.

Wegen der Inflation ist die Kaufkraft der Menschen gesunken.

B2 noun /ˈpeə.rən.tɪŋ/

parenting

Erziehung

Meaning

The care and training a child receives while growing up, involving the development of their mental, physical, and social aspects.

Example

Effective parenting helps children develop confidence and independence.

Effektive Erziehung hilft Kindern, Vertrauen und Unabhängigkeit zu entwickeln.

B2 noun ˈprɒs.pekt

prospect

Aussicht

Meaning

The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.

Example

The project's success holds great prospect for the economy.

Der Erfolg des Projekts bietet eine große Aussicht für die Wirtschaft.

C1 noun /ˈpraɪ.mər/ (US), /ˈprɪm.ər/ (UK)

primer

Einführungshandbuch, Grundierung

Meaning

A basic introductory book or a substance used to prepare a surface for painting.

Example

He read a primer on programming before starting his course.

Er las ein Einführungsbuch über Programmierung, bevor er mit seinem Kurs begann.

B2 adjective /ˈprɪv.ə.lɪdʒd/

Privileged

privilegiert

Meaning

having special advantages; favored; elite

Example

She comes from a privileged background with many opportunities.

Sie kommt aus einer privilegierten Herkunft mit vielen Möglichkeiten.

A2 verb /ˈprɒmɪs/

promise

versprechen

Meaning

to assure someone that one will definitely do something; to give one's word

Example

I promise to help you with your homework.

Ich verspreche, dir bei deinen Hausaufgaben zu helfen.

C1 adjective /pərˈmɪsəbl̩/

permissible

erlaubt

Meaning

allowed or permitted by rules or law

Example

It is permissible to park here after 6 p.m.

Es ist erlaubt, hier nach 18 Uhr zu parken.

C1 verb /ˈpɜːmieɪt/

permeate

durchdringen, verbreiten, eindringen

Meaning

Spread throughout (something); pervade.

Example

The scent of fresh flowers permeated the entire room.

Der Duft der frischen Blumen durchdrang den gesamten Raum.

A2 noun /ˈplen.ti/

Plenty

Fülle; ausreichend

Meaning

a large or sufficient amount; abundance

Example

There is plenty of food for everyone at the party.

Es gibt genug Essen für alle auf der Party.

C1 noun /ˈprɛəri/

prairie

Prärie

Meaning

A large open area of grassland, especially in North America.

Example

The bison roamed freely across the prairie.

Die Bisons zogen frei über die Prärie.

C2 noun /ˌpæliˈeɪʃən/

palliation

Linderung

Meaning

relief of symptoms without curing the underlying disease or problem

Example

Palliation is often the focus of care for terminally ill patients.

Linderung ist oft der Hauptfokus der Pflege für unheilbar kranke Patienten.

A2 noun /pərˈmɪʃən/

permission

Erlaubnis

Meaning

the action of allowing or granting consent

Example

You need permission to enter the restricted area.

Du brauchst eine Erlaubnis, um in den gesperrten Bereich zu gelangen.

B2 noun /ˈpæntri/

pantry

Vorratskammer

Meaning

A small room or cupboard where food, dishes, and kitchen supplies are stored.

Example

She stocked the pantry with fresh groceries for the week.

Sie füllte die Vorratskammer mit frischen Lebensmitteln für die Woche.

C2 noun, adjective /pəˈtrɪʃən/

patrician

patrizier

Meaning

A person of noble rank or high social standing; relating to aristocracy.

Example

The patrician families of Rome wielded great power in politics.

Die Patrizierfamilien Roms übten großen Einfluss auf die Politik aus.

C1 verb /ˈpɜːrpɔːrt/

purport

behaupten

Meaning

to claim or profess something, often falsely

Example

The document purports to be an official government report.

Das Dokument gibt vor, ein offizieller Regierungsbericht zu sein.

B2 noun /fɪˈzɪʃən/

physician

Arzt

Meaning

a person qualified to practice medicine; a doctor

Example

The physician prescribed some medicine to treat the condition.

Der Arzt verschrieb einige Medikamente, um die Krankheit zu behandeln.

C2 noun prəˈklɪv.ə.ti

proclivity

Neigung

Meaning

A tendency to choose or do something regularly; an inclination or predisposition toward a particular thing.

Example

She has a proclivity for learning new languages.

Sie hat eine Neigung, neue Sprachen zu lernen.

C2 adjective /ˈplændʒənt/

plangent

klagender oder hallender Klang

Meaning

having a loud, mournful sound; resonant

Example

The plangent toll of the church bell echoed through the village.

Das klagende Läuten der Kirchenglocke hallte durch das Dorf.

C2 noun /ˈpoʊltɪs/

poultice

warmer Kräuterumschlag

Meaning

a soft, moist mass of material applied to the body to relieve soreness and inflammation

Example

The nurse applied a warm poultice to his injured leg.

Die Krankenschwester trug einen warmen Umschlag auf sein verletztes Bein auf.

B1 noun ˈproʊtest

protest

Protest

Meaning

A statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something.

Example

Students organized a protest.

Die Studenten organisierten einen Protest.

C1 adjective /ˌpærəˈdɒksɪkəl/

paradoxical

paradox

Meaning

Seemingly contradictory or opposed to common sense, yet possibly true.

Example

It is paradoxical that standing is often more tiring than walking.

Es ist paradox, dass Stehen oft anstrengender ist als Gehen.

B1 noun /ˈpʌn.ɪʃ.mənt/

Punishment

Strafe

Meaning

penalty given for doing something wrong or breaking a rule

Example

The student received punishment for cheating on the exam.

Der Student erhielt eine Strafe für das Schummeln bei der Prüfung.

C1 noun /ˈpɛndjələm/

pendulum

pendel

Meaning

A weight suspended from a pivot so that it swings freely, often used to regulate clocks.

Example

The pendulum swung back and forth inside the clock.

Der Pendel schwang vor und zurück im Inneren der Uhr.

B2 noun /ˈproʊtəˌtaɪp/

prototype

Prototyp

Meaning

The first model or version of something, used as a sample for testing or improvement.

Example

The company built a prototype of the new smartphone before mass production.

Das Unternehmen baute einen Prototyp des neuen Smartphones vor der Massenproduktion.

C2 verb /pəˈræmbjʊˌleɪt/

perambulate

bummeln

Meaning

To walk through or travel around, especially for leisure.

Example

They perambulated the old town, enjoying the sights.

Sie bummelten durch die Altstadt und genossen die Aussicht.

B2 noun ˈprɑː.sest fuːdz

processed foods

verarbeitete Lebensmittel

Meaning

Foods that have been altered from their natural state through various methods such as canning, freezing, refrigeration, dehydration and aseptic processing.

Example

Excessive consumption of processed foods leads to health issues.

Übermäßiger Konsum von verarbeiteten Lebensmitteln führt zu Gesundheitsproblemen.

B2 noun /ˈpɑːtnəʃɪp/

partnership

Partnerschaft

Meaning

the state of being a partner or a group of partners

Example

Our partnership has helped both companies grow.

Unsere Partnerschaft hat beiden Unternehmen geholfen zu wachsen.

B2 noun /piːk/

Peak

Gipfel

Meaning

the highest point of a mountain or hill; the maximum level or intensity

Example

The climbers reached the peak of Mount Everest.

Die Bergsteiger erreichten den Gipfel des Mount Everest.

A2 noun /pleɪt/

Plate

Teller

Meaning

a flat, typically round dish used for serving or eating food

Example

Please put the rice on your plate.

Bitte lege den Reis auf deinen Teller.

B2 noun /ˈpæs.taɪm/

Pastime

Freizeitbeschäftigung

Meaning

an activity done regularly for enjoyment; a hobby or recreational activity

Example

Reading books is her favorite pastime during weekends.

Bücher lesen ist ihr Lieblingsfreizeitbeschäftigung an den Wochenenden.

C1 adjective /ˈplaɪənt/

pliant

biegsam, leicht beeinflussbar oder anpassungsfähig

Meaning

flexible; easily influenced or adaptable

Example

She has a pliant personality that adapts well to new situations.

Sie hat eine biegsame Persönlichkeit, die sich gut an neue Situationen anpasst.

C2 noun /ˈpjuːdʒɪlɪzəm/

pugilism

Boxen

Meaning

The practice or sport of boxing.

Example

He studied the art of pugilism in his youth.

Er studierte die Kunst des Boxens in seiner Jugend.

C1 adjective /pəˈmɪs.ɪv/

permissive

permissiv

Meaning

Allowing or characterized by great or excessive freedom of behavior; very lenient or indulgent.

Example

Permissive parenting can sometimes lead to a lack of discipline in children.

Permissive Erziehung kann manchmal zu einem Mangel an Disziplin bei Kindern führen.

B2 verb /pliːd/

plead

flehen

Meaning

to make an emotional appeal; to present a case in court

Example

She pleaded for mercy.

Sie flehte um Gnade.

C2 adjective /ˈpɑːrləs/

parlous

gefährlich

Meaning

Full of danger or risk; precarious.

Example

The company is in a parlous financial state.

Das Unternehmen befindet sich in einem gefährlichen finanziellen Zustand.

C2 adjective /ˈpliːnəri/

plenary

plenar

Meaning

complete in every way; fully attended or absolute

Example

The committee held a plenary session to discuss all matters of importance.

Der Ausschuss hielt eine plenare Sitzung ab, um alle wichtigen Angelegenheiten zu besprechen.

C1 noun /ˈpoʊdiətrɪst/

podiatrist

Podologe

Meaning

a doctor specializing in foot care

Example

I have an appointment with the podiatrist for my ankle pain.

Ich habe einen Termin beim Podologen wegen meiner Knöchelverletzung.

C1 verb /prɒd/

prod

anstoßen

Meaning

to poke or push someone or something with a finger, foot, or pointed object

Example

She prodded him in the arm to get his attention.

Sie stach ihm in den Arm, um seine Aufmerksamkeit zu erregen.

C1 noun ˌpraɪɔːrɪtaɪˈzeɪʃən

prioritization

Priorisierung

Meaning

The action or process of deciding the relative importance or urgency of things.

Example

Effective prioritization ensures resources are used efficiently.

Eine effektive Priorisierung stellt sicher, dass Ressourcen effizient genutzt werden.

C2 adjective /prəˈpɪʃəs/

propitious

günstig

Meaning

giving or indicating a good chance of success; favorable

Example

The sunny weather was a propitious start to the picnic.

Das sonnige Wetter war ein günstiger Start für das Picknick.

C1 adjective /ˈpælpəbl̩/

palpable

Glück

Meaning

easily perceived or felt; so intense as to seem almost tangible

Example

There was a palpable sense of excitement in the room.

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

C1 noun/verb /ˈprɛdɪkət/ (noun), /ˈprɛdɪkeɪt/ (verb)

predicate

Prädikat / basieren auf

Meaning

noun: the part of a sentence that tells something about the subject; verb: to base or establish something on a particular idea

Example

His theory is predicated on sound research.

Seine Theorie basiert auf solider Forschung.

B2 noun /ˈprɛsɪdənt/

precedent

Präzedenzfall

Meaning

An earlier event or decision that serves as a guide or example for future similar situations.

Example

The judge’s ruling set a new precedent for similar cases.

Das Urteil des Richters setzte einen neuen Präzedenzfall für ähnliche Fälle.

C2 noun /ˌfɑːrməkəˈpiːə/

pharmacopoeia

Pharmakopöe

Meaning

An official book listing medicinal drugs, their effects, and directions for use.

Example

The doctor referred to the pharmacopoeia to check the drug's proper dosage.

Der Arzt konsultierte die Pharmakopöe, um die richtige Dosis des Medikaments zu überprüfen.

C1 noun /pəˈræl.ə.sɪs/

Paralysis

Lähmung

Meaning

the loss of the ability to move part or all of the body; complete inability to act or function

Example

The accident left him with paralysis in his legs.

Der Unfall ließ ihn mit einer Paralyse in den Beinen zurück.

C1 noun /ˈproʊbeɪt/

probate

Testamentsprüfung

Meaning

the official proving of a will in a court of law

Example

The family had to go through probate after his death.

Die Familie musste nach seinem Tod das Verfahren der Testamentsprüfung durchlaufen.

B2 noun /ˈprɛzɪdənsi/

presidency

Präsidentschaft

Meaning

the office or position of being a president

Example

He was elected to the presidency in 2020.

Er wurde 2020 zum Präsidenten gewählt.

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 /ˈpæsɪdʒ/

passage

Durchgang/enge Straße; Abschnitt/Zitat; Prozess des Übergangs von einem Zustand oder Ort zum anderen

Meaning

a narrow way through or between; a section of text or music; the process of moving from one state or place to another

Example

The narrow passage led from the courtyard to the library.

Der enge Durchgang führte vom Innenhof zur Bibliothek.

C2 noun /pəˈnʌmbrə/

penumbra

teilweise beschatteter Bereich

Meaning

a partially shaded area around the shadow of an object, especially during an eclipse

Example

The moon’s penumbra created a dim shadow over the Earth.

Die Penumbra des Mondes erzeugte einen schwachen Schatten über der Erde.

C2 verb /prɪmp/

primp

Glück

Meaning

To spend time making minor adjustments to one's appearance.

Example

She primped in front of the mirror before the party.

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

B2 verb /pɪəs/

pierce

durchbohren

Meaning

to make a hole through something; to penetrate with a sharp object

Example

The arrow will pierce through the target.

Der Pfeil wird das Ziel durchdringen.

B2 noun /ˌpʌɪ.əˈnɪr/

Pioneer

eine Person, die zu den ersten gehört, die ein neues Gebiet erkunden oder sich dort niederlassen; jemand, der neue Ideen oder Methoden entwickelt

Meaning

a person who is among the first to explore or settle a new area; someone who develops new ideas or methods

Example

She was a pioneer in the field of computer science.

Sie war eine Pionierin im Bereich der Informatik.

C2 noun /ˌfɪzɪˈɑːkrəsi/

physiocracy

Physiokratie

Meaning

an economic theory that land and its natural products are the source of wealth

Example

Physiocracy emphasized the importance of agriculture in national wealth.

Die Physiokratie betonte die Bedeutung der Landwirtschaft für den nationalen Reichtum.

B2 noun /pænt/

Pant

Hose

Meaning

a piece of clothing worn on the lower body covering each leg separately

Example

She bought a new pair of pants for the party.

Sie kaufte eine neue Hose für die Party.

B2 noun /ˌpɪə.riˈɒd.ɪ.kəl/

periodical

Zeitschrift

Meaning

a magazine or journal published at regular intervals

Example

She subscribed to a science periodical.

Sie abonnierte eine wissenschaftliche Zeitschrift.

C1 adjective /prəˈpɔːrʃənət/

proportionate

proportional

Meaning

Corresponding in size, degree, or intensity; balanced in relation.

Example

The punishment should be proportionate to the crime.

Die Strafe sollte proportional zum Verbrechen sein.

B2 noun /ˈpɪt.ʃər/

Pitcher

Kanne, Krug

Meaning

a large container with a handle and spout used for storing and pouring liquids

Example

The water pitcher on the table was filled with ice-cold lemonade.

Die Wasserkaraffe auf dem Tisch war mit eiskalter Limonade gefüllt.

C2 noun /fɪˈlændərər/

philanderer

Frauenheld

Meaning

a man who habitually engages in casual romantic or sexual affairs

Example

The politician was exposed as a notorious philanderer.

Der Politiker wurde als notorischer Frauenheld entlarvt.

B2 noun /ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/

proposition

Vorschlag, Plan

Meaning

A statement, idea, or plan put forward for consideration or discussion.

Example

The company made a business proposition to the investors.

Das Unternehmen machte den Investoren ein Geschäftsangebot.

B1 verb /preɪ/

pray

beten

Meaning

to speak to God or a deity; to hope earnestly

Example

Many people pray for peace in the world.

Viele Menschen beten für den Frieden in der Welt.

B2 adjective /pəˈrɛntəl/

parental

elternbezogen

Meaning

relating to a parent or parents; characteristic of a mother or father

Example

Parental guidance is important for a child's development.

Elterliche Anleitung ist wichtig für die Entwicklung eines Kindes.

C2 noun /ˈpɛdɪmənt/

pediment

dreieckiges Giebel

Meaning

a triangular gable found above the horizontal structure of a building, often in classical architecture

Example

The ancient temple had a pediment decorated with sculptures.

Der antike Tempel hatte einen Giebel, der mit Skulpturen verziert war.

C1 noun /ˈpʌndɪt/

pundit

Experte

Meaning

An expert in a particular subject or field who is frequently called upon to give opinions to the public.

Example

Political pundits debated the election results on television.

Politische Experten debattierten die Wahlergebnisse im Fernsehen.

B2 verb /pɪntʃ/

pinch

kneifen

Meaning

to squeeze tightly between the fingers; to take a small amount

Example

She pinched a bit of salt into the soup.

Sie gab etwas Salz in die Suppe.

B1 verb /prəˈvaɪdɪd/

provided

bereitgestellt

Meaning

gave or supplied something that was needed

Example

The hotel provided free breakfast for all guests.

Das Hotel stellte allen Gästen ein kostenloses Frühstück zur Verfügung.

C1 adjective /pəˈrɪfərəl/

peripheral

peripherisch

Meaning

Relating to or situated on the edge or outer parts of something.

Example

The town is located on the peripheral area of the city.

Die Stadt liegt im äußeren Bereich der Stadt.

C2 adjective /ˈpæsɪbəl/

passible

fühlbar; leidensfähig

Meaning

capable of feeling or suffering; susceptible to sensation or emotion (often theological)

Example

In some traditions, deities are described as passible, sharing human emotions.

In einigen Traditionen werden Götter als fühlbar beschrieben, die menschliche Emotionen teilen.

B2 verb /poʊk/

poke

stochern

Meaning

to push or prod with a finger or pointed object

Example

Don't poke me with your finger.

Stochere nicht mit deinem Finger in mir.

B1 noun /'pʌmp.kɪn/

Pumpkin

kürbis

Meaning

a large round orange fruit with thick skin and edible flesh

Example

We carved a jack-o'-lantern from a big pumpkin.

Wir haben aus einem großen Kürbis eine Kürbislaterne geschnitzt.

C1 noun /ˈpɒ̃ʃɒ̃/

penchant

Neigung

Meaning

a strong or habitual liking for something or tendency to do something

Example

She has a penchant for collecting rare books.

Sie hat eine Neigung, seltene Bücher zu sammeln.

C1 verb /ˈpɜːrsɪkjuːt/

persecute

Glück

Meaning

to treat someone cruelly or unfairly, especially because of their religion, race, or beliefs

Example

Many people were persecuted for their faith during that time.

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

B2 noun /ˈpærɪʃ/

parish

Pfarrei

Meaning

A local church community or the area served by a parish church.

Example

The parish gathered for Sunday service.

Die Pfarrei versammelte sich zum Sonntagsgottesdienst.

C2 noun ˈpær.ə.ɡən

paragon

Vorbild

Meaning

A person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality; a model of excellence.

Example

Neom is a paragon of sustainable urban design.

Neom ist ein Vorbild für nachhaltiges urbanes Design.

C1 adjective /pərˈsɛptəbl̩/

perceptible

wahrnehmbar

Meaning

Able to be noticed or recognized by the senses or the mind.

Example

There was a perceptible change in the atmosphere.

Es gab eine wahrnehmbare Veränderung in der Atmosphäre.

C2 noun /ˈfɪl.ə.dʒɪ.nɪst/

philogynist

eine Person, die Frauen liebt oder bewundert

Meaning

a person who loves or admires women

Example

As a known philogynist, he advocated for women's education.

Als bekannter Philogynist setzte er sich für die Bildung von Frauen ein.

C2 adjective ˌpɜː.spɪˈkeɪ.ʃəs

perspicacious

perspicaz

Meaning

Having keen insight and understanding; showing acute mental discernment.

Example

The detective's perspicacious nature helped solve the mystery.

Die scharfsinnige Natur des Detektivs half, das Rätsel zu lösen.

B2 noun /ˈprəʊsesə/

processor

prozessor

Meaning

a machine or device that processes something, especially a computer's central processing unit (CPU)

Example

The new laptop has a faster processor.

Der neue Laptop hat einen schnelleren Prozessor.

C2 noun /ˌpætrəˈnɪmɪk/

patronymic

Patronym

Meaning

a name derived from the name of a father or ancestor

Example

In many cultures, surnames are patronymic in origin.

In vielen Kulturen stammen Nachnamen vom Patronym ab.

C2 noun /ˈpɛtjʊləns/

petulance

Launenhaftigkeit

Meaning

The quality of being childishly sulky or bad-tempered.

Example

His petulance during the meeting annoyed everyone.

Seine Petulanz während des Treffens nervte alle.

C2 noun /prɪˈsɛʃən/

precession

Präzession

Meaning

The slow movement of the axis of a spinning body around another axis, often referring to Earth's rotation.

Example

Astronomers study the precession of the equinoxes.

Astronomen untersuchen die Präzession der Äquinoktien.

B1 noun /pruːf/

proof

Beweis

Meaning

evidence or argument establishing a fact or the truth of a statement

Example

The detective presented proof of the suspect's guilt.

Der Detektiv präsentierte den Beweis für die Schuld des Verdächtigen.

C2 noun /ˈfaɪləm/

phylum

eine Hauptkategorie in der biologischen Klassifikation, oberhalb der Klasse und unterhalb des Reiches

Meaning

a primary category in the biological classification of organisms, above class and below kingdom

Example

Humans belong to the phylum Chordata.

Menschen gehören zum Phylum Chordata.

C2 adjective /ˈprʊəriənt/

prurient

lasterhaft

Meaning

having or showing an excessive interest in sexual matters

Example

The magazine was criticized for its prurient content.

Das Magazin wurde für seinen lasterhaften Inhalt kritisiert.

C2 noun /ˈpraɪəri/

priory

Priorat

Meaning

a small monastery or convent governed by a prior or prioress

Example

The old priory was converted into a museum.

Das alte Priorat wurde in ein Museum umgewandelt.

C2 adjective /ˌpriːtərˈnætʃərəl/

preternatural

übernatürlich

Meaning

Beyond what is normal or natural; extraordinary or supernatural.

Example

She had a preternatural ability to remain calm in any crisis.

Sie hatte eine preternatürliche Fähigkeit, in jeder Krise ruhig zu bleiben.

B2 noun plɒt

plot

Handlung

Meaning

The main story of a piece of writing, or the series of events that happen in it.

Example

The plot of A Tale of Two Cities is intense and gripping.

Die Handlung von 'A Tale of Two Cities' ist intensiv und packend.

C2 adjective /ˌpɛrənˈθɛtɪkəl/

parenthetical

Kommentar in Klammern

Meaning

Relating to or expressed in parentheses; a side remark or digression.

Example

He added a parenthetical comment during the lecture.

Er fügte während der Vorlesung einen Kommentar in Klammern hinzu.

B2 noun pərˈsɛpʃən

perception

Wahrnehmung, Verständnis

Meaning

The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses

Example

Our perception of the situation was shaped by our prior experiences.

Unsere Wahrnehmung der Situation wurde durch unsere früheren Erfahrungen geprägt.

C2 adjective /pɪˈdʒɒrətɪv/

pejorative

abwertend

Meaning

Expressing contempt or disapproval.

Example

He used pejorative terms to insult his opponents.

Er benutzte abwertende Begriffe, um seine Gegner zu beleidigen.

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.

C2 noun /ˈpælɪˌnoʊd/

palinode

Palinode

Meaning

a poem or statement in which the writer retracts something said in an earlier work

Example

The poet wrote a palinode to apologize for his earlier harsh words.

Der Dichter schrieb eine Palinode, um sich für seine früheren harten Worte zu entschuldigen.

C1 verb /plʌm/

plumb

die Tiefe messen oder genau untersuchen

Meaning

to measure the depth of water or examine closely

Example

They used a line to plumb the depth of the lake.

Sie benutzten eine Linie, um die Tiefe des Sees zu messen.

C2 verb /ˈprætəl/

prattle

plappern

Meaning

to talk at length in a foolish or inconsequential way

Example

The children would prattle on about their games.

Die Kinder redeten über ihre Spiele.

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 noun /peɪs/

pace

tempo

Meaning

the speed at which something happens or is done

Example

She walked at a slow pace.

Sie ging in langsamem Tempo.

A2 noun /fəˈtɒɡrəfi/

photography

fotografie

Meaning

the art or practice of taking and processing photographs

Example

She studied photography in college.

Sie hat Fotografie an der Universität studiert.

C1 adjective /ˌpæθəˈdʒɛnɪk/

pathogenic

pathogen

Meaning

Capable of causing disease.

Example

Some bacteria are harmless, while others are highly pathogenic.

Einige Bakterien sind harmlos, während andere hochgradig pathogen sind.

C1 noun /ˈpɪt.əns/

pittance

Almosen

Meaning

a very small or inadequate amount of money

Example

She worked long hours for a mere pittance.

Sie arbeitete lange Stunden für ein Almosen.

C1 verb /prɪˈkluːd/

preclude

verhindern

Meaning

To prevent something from happening; to make impossible.

Example

Heavy rain precluded the possibility of a picnic.

Starker Regen verhinderte die Möglichkeit eines Picknicks.

C1 noun /ˈpæʃ.ən ˌflaʊ.ər/

Passion flower

Passionsblume

Meaning

A climbing plant with intricate, colorful flowers; also refers to royal poinciana tree with red-orange blooms

Example

The passion flower vine covered the garden wall with beautiful blooms.

Die Passionsblumenranke bedeckte die Gartenmauer mit wunderschönen Blüten.

B1 noun /pɔːrk/

pork

Glück

Meaning

the flesh of a pig used as food

Example

He doesn't eat pork for religious reasons.

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

C2 noun /proʊˈdʒɛnɪtər/

progenitor

Vorfahre

Meaning

a direct ancestor; a person or thing that originates something

Example

Researchers traced the custom back to a common progenitor.

Forscher verfolgten den Brauch bis zu einem gemeinsamen Vorfahren.

B1 verb /pərˈmɪt/

permit

erlauben

Meaning

to allow or give permission; to make possible

Example

The teacher permits students to use calculators during the exam.

Der Lehrer erlaubt den Schülern, Taschenrechner während der Prüfung zu benutzen.

A2 noun /ˈpjuːpəl/

pupil

Schüler; Pupille

Meaning

a student, especially a young one; the central opening of the eye that lets in light

Example

The pupil listened carefully to the teacher during class.

Der Schüler hörte dem Lehrer aufmerksam zu.

B1 adverb /ˈpraʊdli/

proudly

stolz

Meaning

in a way that shows pride or satisfaction; with a sense of honor or achievement

Example

She proudly displayed her achievements to her family.

Sie zeigte stolz ihre Erfolge ihrer Familie.

B1 noun ˈpɒdkɑːsts

podcasts

podcast

Meaning

A digital audio or video file or recording, usually part of a themed series, that can be downloaded from a website to a media player or computer.

Example

Podcasts are great for improving listening.

Podcasts sind großartig, um das Zuhören zu verbessern.

B2 noun

Patriot

B1 noun /ˈpʊl.oʊ.vər/

Pullover

Meaning

a knitted garment worn on the upper body, typically pulled on over the head

Example

She wore a warm pullover during the cold winter evening.

Sie trug einen warmen Pullover während des kalten Winterabends.

A2 noun ˈpraɪsɪz

prices

Preise

Meaning

The amount of money expected, required, or given in payment for something.

Example

Rising prices are affecting consumer spending.

Steigende Preise beeinflussen die Ausgaben der Verbraucher.

A1 noun /pɑːrk/

park

Meaning

a large public area of land with grass, trees, and paths, where people can walk or relax

Example

The children were playing in the park.

Die Kinder spielten im Park.

C2 verb /ˌpriːɪˈstæblɪʃ/

preestablish

vorab etablieren

Meaning

To establish or set up beforehand.

Example

Certain rules were preestablished before the meeting.

Einige Regeln wurden vorab etabliert, bevor das Treffen stattfand.

verfolgen

Meaning

to follow or chase with the intent to catch or achieve something

Example

She decided to pursue her dreams of becoming a doctor.

Sie entschied sich, ihre Träume, Ärztin zu werden, zu verfolgen.