B2 adverb /ˈpɑrʃəli/

Partially

teilweise; unvollständig;

Meaning

to some extent; not completely; incompletely

Example

The building was only partially destroyed in the fire.

Das Gebäude wurde nur teilweise im Feuer zerstört.

B2 noun /paʊtʃ/

pouch

Beutel

Meaning

a small bag or pocket, often used to carry small items

Example

She kept her coins in a small leather pouch.

Sie bewahrte ihre Münzen in einem kleinen Lederbeutel auf.

B2 adjective /ˈpen.dɪŋ/

Pending

ausstehend; nicht entschieden; in Bearbeitung

Meaning

awaiting; not yet decided or settled; in the process of being completed

Example

The application is still pending approval.

Der Antrag wartet noch auf Genehmigung.

B2 adjective ˌpriːhɪˈstɒrɪk

prehistoric

prähistorisch, vor den schriftlichen Aufzeichnungen

Meaning

Belonging to the time before written records.

Example

The prehistoric era was marked by the rise of early humans.

Die prähistorische Ära war von dem Aufstieg der frühen Menschen geprägt.

B2 adverb /prɪˈdɒmɪnəntli/

predominantly

überwiegend

Meaning

mainly; for the most part

Example

The population in the city is predominantly young.

Die Bevölkerung in der Stadt ist überwiegend jung.

B2 noun ˈpeɪtriəˌtɪzəm

patriotism

Patriotismus

Meaning

The quality of being patriotic; devotion to and vigorous support for one's country.

Example

Victory Day reflects the patriotism of the entire nation.

Der Tag des Sieges spiegelt den Patriotismus der ganzen Nation wider.

B2 adjective /prəˈpoʊzd/

proposed

vorgeschlagen

Meaning

suggested or put forward for consideration or discussion

Example

The proposed changes will improve the system.

Die vorgeschlagenen Änderungen werden das System verbessern.

B2 verb /ˈprɒspər/

prosper

prosperieren

Meaning

to succeed or flourish, especially in financial or business matters

Example

With hard work and determination, she managed to prosper in her career.

Mit harter Arbeit und Entschlossenheit gelang es ihr, in ihrer Karriere zu prosperieren.

B2 adjective /ˈfoʊni/

phony

falsch, betrügerisch

Meaning

not genuine; fraudulent or insincere

Example

He gave a phony smile to hide his true feelings.

Er gab ein falsches Lächeln, um seine wahren Gefühle zu verbergen.

B2 adjective + noun ˈpraɪməri əbˈdʒektɪv

primary objective

primäres Ziel

Meaning

The main goal or chief aim of an activity, project, or endeavor.

Example

The primary objective of the event was to promote recycling.

Das primäre Ziel der Veranstaltung war es, das Recycling zu fördern.

B2 noun /ˈpɑːrtɪkəl/

particle

Partikel

Meaning

a very small piece or amount of something

Example

Dust particles floated in the air near the window.

Staubpartikel schwebten in der Luft nahe dem Fenster.

B2 verb /prəˈkleɪm/

proclaim

proklamieren

Meaning

to announce something publicly or officially, especially something important

Example

The president proclaimed a national day of mourning.

Der Präsident proklamierte einen nationalen Trauertag.

B2 noun /pliː/

Plea

Plädoyer; Antrag; Entschuldigung

Meaning

an urgent and emotional request; a defendant's formal response to a criminal charge; an excuse or justification

Example

She made a plea for help during the emergency.

Sie machte während des Notfalls einen Antrag auf Hilfe.

B2 noun /ˈfɪʃ.ɪŋ/

phishing

Datenbetrug durch Phishing

Meaning

The fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information.

Example

Phishing emails often trick people into revealing passwords.

Phishing-E-Mails täuschen Menschen oft, damit sie ihre Passwörter preisgeben.

B2 verb prəˈlɒŋ

prolong

verlängern

Meaning

To extend the duration of something; to make something last longer.

Example

A healthy diet helps prolong life expectancy.

Eine gesunde Ernährung hilft, die Lebenserwartung zu verlängern.

B2 noun ˈpɛstɪˌsaɪd

pesticide

Pestizid

Meaning

A substance used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.

Example

The pesticide sprayed in the field killed the harmful insects.

Das im Feld gesprühte Pestizid tötete die schädlichen Insekten.

B2 noun /ˈpref.ər.əns/

Preference

Vorliebe

Meaning

a greater liking for one alternative over another or others

Example

She has a preference for classical music over pop music.

Sie hat eine Vorliebe für klassische Musik gegenüber Popmusik.

B2 noun /ˈfɪzɪsɪst/

physicist

Physiker

Meaning

a scientist who studies or specializes in physics

Example

The physicist explained the theory of relativity to the students.

Der Physiker erklärte den Studenten die Relativitätstheorie.

B2 adjective /pəˈluː.tɪd/

polluted

verschmutzt

Meaning

Contaminated with harmful or poisonous substances.

Example

Polluted air causes severe health problems.

Verschmutzte Luft verursacht schwere Gesundheitsprobleme.

B2 noun /ˈpæʃ.ən/

Passion

Leidenschaft

Meaning

strong enthusiasm or excitement for something; intense emotion or feeling

Example

Her passion for music led her to become a professional singer.

Ihre Leidenschaft für Musik führte sie dazu, eine professionelle Sängerin zu werden.

B2 adjective /prɪˈdɒmɪnənt/

predominant

vorherrschend

Meaning

Having superior strength, influence, or authority; most common or noticeable.

Example

The predominant color in the painting is blue.

Die vorherrschende Farbe in dem Bild ist Blau.

B2 noun /prəˈvaɪdər/

provider

Anbieter

Meaning

a person or thing that provides something.

Example

The service provider ensures that all customers receive timely support.

Der Dienstanbieter stellt sicher, dass alle Kunden rechtzeitig Unterstützung erhalten.

B2 noun /ˈpɪs.təl/

Pistol

pistole

Meaning

a small gun that can be held and fired with one hand

Example

The officer drew his pistol from the holster.

Der Offizier zog seine Pistole aus dem Holster.

B2 noun /prəˈfɪʃənsi/

proficiency

Kompetenz

Meaning

Competency or skill; expertise.

Example

His proficiency in multiple languages is remarkable.

Seine Kompetenz in mehreren Sprachen ist bemerkenswert.

B2 noun /ˈpɪlər/

pillar

säule

Meaning

a strong vertical support or mainstay of a structure or system

Example

The ancient temple was supported by massive stone pillars.

Der alte Tempel wurde von riesigen Steinsäulen gestützt.

B2 noun /ˈpaɪpˌlaɪn/

pipeline

Pipeline

Meaning

a long tube through which liquids or gases are transported

Example

The company is building a new pipeline to transport natural gas.

Das Unternehmen baut eine neue Pipeline, um Erdgas zu transportieren.

B2 noun /plʌɡ/

plug

Stecker

Meaning

a device used to connect or block an opening

Example

She inserted the plug into the socket.

Sie steckte den Stecker in die Steckdose.

B2 noun ˌprez.əˈveɪ.ʃən

preservation

Erhaltung

Meaning

The action of maintaining something in its original or existing state; protection from harm or damage.

Example

Proper preservation extends the lifespan of machinery.

Eine ordnungsgemäße Erhaltung verlängert die Lebensdauer von Maschinen.

B2 adjective /plʌmp/

plump

dick oder rund

Meaning

having a full, rounded shape; pleasantly fat

Example

The cat was plump and well-fed.

Die Katze war dick und gut genährt.

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.

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 pəˈluː.tənts

pollutants

Schadstoffe

Meaning

A substance that pollutes or contaminates the environment.

Example

Pollutants contribute to environmental degradation.

Schadstoffe tragen zur Umweltzerstörung bei.

B2 noun /prɪˈdɪk.ʃən/

Prediction

Vorhersage

Meaning

a statement about what will happen in the future; a forecast

Example

The weather prediction says it will rain tomorrow.

Die Wettervorhersage sagt, dass es morgen regnen wird.

B2 verb /plʌk/

pluck

pflücken, Mut fassen

Meaning

to take hold of and quickly remove; to gather courage or determination

Example

She plucked a flower from the garden.

Sie pflückte eine Blume aus dem Garten.

B2 adverb /ˈpʌb.lɪk.li/

Publicly

öffentlich; auf offene Weise;

Meaning

in a public manner; openly; for everyone to see or know

Example

The company publicly announced their new policy.

Das Unternehmen kündigte seine neue Politik öffentlich an.

B2 noun /ˌpiːdiəˈtrɪʃən/

pediatrician

Kinderarzt

Meaning

a doctor who specializes in the medical care of children

Example

The pediatrician examined the child carefully.

Der Kinderarzt untersuchte das Kind sorgfältig.

B2 noun /ˈpælət/

palette

Palette

Meaning

a thin board or surface on which an artist sets and mixes colors; also a range of colors used in art or design

Example

The artist mixed vibrant shades on her palette before starting the painting.

Der Künstler mischte lebendige Farben auf seiner Palette, bevor er mit dem Malen begann.

B2 noun /fɪˈlɒs.ə.fi/

philosophy

philosophie

Meaning

the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence

Example

Her philosophy emphasizes kindness and empathy.

Ihre Philosophie betont Freundlichkeit und Empathie.

B2 noun /ˈpæm.flət/

pamphlet

Prospekt

Meaning

a small booklet or brochure containing information or arguments about a subject

Example

The health department distributed a pamphlet about nutrition.

Die Gesundheitsabteilung verteilte ein Prospekt über Ernährung.

B2 noun /ˈpes.ə.mɪst/

Pessimist

pessimist

Meaning

a person who tends to see the worst aspect of things or believes that the worst will happen; someone who lacks hope or confidence in the future

Example

Being a pessimist, he always expected the worst outcome.

Als Pessimist erwartete er immer das schlimmste Ergebnis.

B2 noun /ˈpiː.lər/

Peeler

Schäler

Meaning

a kitchen tool used to remove the outer skin or peel from fruits and vegetables

Example

Use a peeler to remove the potato skin.

Verwenden Sie einen Schäler, um die Kartoffelschale zu entfernen.

B2 noun, verb, adjective /ˈpeɪtənt/ or /ˈpætənt/

patent

Patent

Meaning

a government license granting exclusive rights to an inventor; also to obtain such rights

Example

He patented his new invention to protect it from being copied.

Er hat seine neue Erfindung patentieren lassen, um sie vor dem Kopieren zu schützen.

B2 verb /plaʊ/

plough

pflügen

Meaning

to break up and turn over soil using a plough; to move through something with difficulty

Example

The farmer ploughs the field every spring.

Der Bauer pflügt das Feld jeden Frühling.

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.

B2 noun /ˈpleɪˌɔːf/

playoff

Spiele zur Bestimmung des Champions

Meaning

a series of games played to determine a champion among top teams

Example

The team qualified for the playoffs after a strong season.

Das Team qualifizierte sich für die Playoffs nach einer starken Saison.

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.

B2 noun /ˈpʌŋk.tʃər/

Puncture

Panne

Meaning

a small hole in a tire that causes air to escape

Example

I had to fix a puncture in my bicycle tire this morning.

Ich musste einen Platten in meinem Fahrradreifen heute Morgen reparieren.

B2 adjective /pəˈθet.ɪk/

Pathetic

pathetisch; erbärmlich

Meaning

arousing pity; extremely poor or inadequate

Example

His pathetic attempt to apologize made things worse.

Seine pathologische Entschuldigung machte die Sache noch schlimmer.

B2 verb /ˈpɒndər/

ponder

nachdenken

Meaning

to think about something carefully

Example

She pondered over the meaning of the poem.

Sie ponderte über die Bedeutung des Gedichts.

B2 noun /proʊˈbeɪʃən/

probation

Probezeit

Meaning

a period of testing or supervision, especially for offenders or new employees

Example

He was placed on probation for six months.

Er wurde für sechs Monate in der Probezeit gesetzt.

B2 adjective /ˈprɒmɪsɪŋ/

promising

vielversprechend

Meaning

showing signs of future success or potential

Example

She is a promising young scientist with great ideas.

Sie ist eine vielversprechende junge Wissenschaftlerin mit großartigen Ideen.

B2 noun /ˈpɑːs.tʃər/

Posture

Glück

Meaning

the position in which someone holds their body; a particular attitude or approach

Example

Good posture is important for preventing back pain.

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

B2 noun /pərˈsɪstəns/

persistence

Beharrlichkeit

Meaning

the quality of continuing steadily despite problems or difficulties

Example

His persistence finally paid off when he got the job.

Seine Beharrlichkeit zahlte sich schließlich aus, als er den Job bekam.

B2 verb /plʌndʒ/

plunge

schnell springen oder tauchen; scharf fallen

Meaning

to jump or dive quickly; to fall sharply

Example

She plunged into the swimming pool.

Sie ist ins Schwimmbad gesprungen.

B2 verb /ˈpjʊərɪfaɪ/

purify

reinigen

Meaning

to make clean or pure; to remove impurities

Example

This filter will purify the water effectively.

Dieser Filter wird das Wasser effektiv reinigen.

B2 noun /ˈplæn.tɪn/

Plantain

Kochbanane

Meaning

a large green banana-like fruit that is usually cooked before eating

Example

Plantain can be fried, boiled, or baked and is a staple food in many tropical countries.

Kochbananen können frittiert, gekocht oder gebacken werden und sind ein Grundnahrungsmittel in vielen tropischen Ländern.

B2 noun /prɪˈkɔː.ʃən/

Precaution

Vorsichtsmaßnahme

Meaning

an action taken in advance to prevent something dangerous or unpleasant from happening

Example

As a precaution, we should bring extra water on the hike.

Zur Vorsicht sollten wir zusätzliches Wasser auf die Wanderung mitbringen.

B2 verb /paɪn/

pine

sich sehnen

Meaning

to long intensely for something or someone; to suffer from longing

Example

He pined for his hometown after moving abroad.

Nachdem er ins Ausland gezogen war, sehnte er sich sehr nach seiner Heimatstadt.

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.

B2 noun /pætʃ/

Patch

Flicken

Meaning

a small piece of material used to mend a hole; a small area of something different

Example

She sewed a patch over the hole in her jeans.

Sie nähte einen Flicken über das Loch in ihrer Jeans.

B2 adjective /ˈpɒlɪʃt/

polished

poliert, raffiniert und elegant

Meaning

refined, sophisticated, and elegant in appearance or behavior

Example

She gave a polished performance at the recital.

Sie gab eine polierte Vorstellung beim Recital.

B2 noun /fəˈnɒmɪnən/

phenomenon

Phänomen

Meaning

an observable event, fact, or occurrence, often unusual or remarkable

Example

The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon.

Das Nordlicht ist ein natürliches Phänomen.

B2 noun /ˈpɔːrɪdʒ/

porridge

Haferbrei

Meaning

A soft food made by boiling oats or other grains in milk or water.

Example

She had a bowl of porridge for breakfast.

Sie aß eine Schale Haferbrei zum Frühstück.

B2 noun prɒsˈpɛr.ɪ.ti

prosperity

wohlstand

Meaning

The state of being prosperous; success or wealth.

Example

The country achieved great prosperity during the last decade.

Das Land erreichte im letzten Jahrzehnt große Wohlstand.

B2 adverb /ˈprez.ənt.li/

Presently

derzeit; bald; in Kürze

Meaning

at the present time; soon; in a little while

Example

The doctor will see you presently.

Der Arzt wird dich bald sehen.

B2 noun /plæˈtoʊ/

plateau

Hochfläche, flaches, erhöhtes Land, eine Phase mit wenig Veränderung

Meaning

an elevated flat area of land or a period of little change

Example

After months of growth, sales reached a plateau.

Nach Monaten des Wachstums erreichten die Verkäufe ein Plateau.

B2 verb /priːtʃ/

preach

predigen

Meaning

to deliver a religious or moral talk, often in a church setting

Example

The pastor preached about forgiveness and kindness.

Der Pastor predigte über Vergebung und Güte.

B2 verb /poʊz/

pose

Glück

Meaning

To assume a particular position, especially for a photograph or display; to present a problem or question.

Example

She posed for a picture in front of the monument.

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

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.

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.

B2 noun /ˈpɒp.i/

Poppy

Mohnblume

Meaning

a bright red flower with black seeds, often used as a symbol of remembrance

Example

The red poppy bloomed beautifully in the garden.

Die rote Mohnblume blühte wunderschön im Garten.

B2 noun /ˈpetəl/

Petal

Blütenblatt

Meaning

One of the colored segments of a flower that forms the corolla

Example

Each petal of the daisy was white with a yellow center.

Jedes Blütenblatt der Gänseblümchen war weiß mit einem gelben Zentrum.

B2 noun/verb /ˈpriːfɪks/

prefix

Präfix; etwas am Anfang hinzufügen

Meaning

a word, letter, or number placed before another; as a verb, to add something in front of something else

Example

Developers often prefix variables with an underscore.

Entwickler fügen oft Variablen mit einem Unterstrich als Präfix hinzu.

B2 noun /prəˈtɛktər/

protector

Schützer

Meaning

a person or thing that protects someone or something

Example

The dog was seen as the family's protector.

Der Hund wurde als der Schützer der Familie gesehen.

B2 noun /saɪˈkaɪətri/

psychiatry

psychiatrie

Meaning

the branch of medicine focused on the study and treatment of mental illness

Example

She decided to study psychiatry to help people with mental health issues.

Sie entschied sich, Psychiatrie zu studieren, um Menschen mit psychischen Gesundheitsproblemen zu helfen.

B2 adjective /ˈplɔː.zə.bəl/

plausible

glaubwürdig oder wahrscheinlich

Meaning

Seeming reasonable or probable; credible or believable.

Example

His excuse seemed plausible, but I had my doubts.

Seine Entschuldigung schien plausibel, aber ich hatte meine Zweifel.

B2 noun /ˌprɒb.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Probability

Wahrscheinlichkeit

Meaning

the likelihood that something will happen; a mathematical measure of how likely something is to occur

Example

There is a high probability of rain tomorrow.

Es gibt eine hohe Wahrscheinlichkeit für Regen morgen.

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.

B2 verb praɪˈɒraɪtaɪz

prioritize

priorisieren

Meaning

To designate or treat something as more important than other things

Example

Prioritize your tasks to stay efficient.

Priorisieren Sie Ihre Aufgaben, um effizient zu bleiben.

B2 noun, verb /ˈplɑːstər/

plaster

Putz, reparieren

Meaning

a soft mixture applied to walls or used to cover wounds; or to cover or coat with plaster

Example

The workers plastered the walls to make them smooth.

Die Arbeiter verputzten die Wände, um sie glatt zu machen.

B2 noun /pænˈdɛmɪk/

pandemic

Pandemie

Meaning

An outbreak of a disease that occurs on a global scale.

Example

The COVID-19 pandemic changed the world dramatically.

Die COVID-19-Pandemie hat die Welt dramatisch verändert.

B2 noun /ˈpæd.i/

Paddy

roher Reis; Reisfeld

Meaning

rice in its natural state before processing; a field where rice is grown

Example

The farmers worked hard in the paddy fields during harvest season.

Die Bauern arbeiteten hart auf den Reisfeldern während der Erntezeit.

B2 noun /ˌprɒsɪˈkjuːʃən/

prosecution

Anklage

Meaning

The act of bringing a criminal charge against someone and pursuing legal action in court.

Example

The prosecution presented strong evidence against the defendant.

Die Anklage brachte starke Beweise gegen den Angeklagten vor.

B2 noun /ˈpjʊə.rɪ.ti/

Purity

Reinheit; Sauberkeit; Freiheit von Verschmutzung

Meaning

the state of being pure; cleanness or freedom from contamination

Example

The purity of the mountain water was remarkable.

Die Reinheit des Bergwassers war bemerkenswert.

B2 verb /prɪˈsiːd/

precede

vorangehen

Meaning

to come before something in time, order, or position

Example

A brief introduction precedes each chapter.

Eine kurze Einführung geht jedem Kapitel voraus.

B2 noun /ˈpɔːt.fəʊ.li.əʊ/

portfolio

Sammlung von Arbeiten, Proben oder Arbeitsliste

Meaning

A collection of work or samples demonstrating skills and expertise.

Example

His portfolio showcased his diverse range of skills.

Sein Portfolio zeigte seine breite Palette an Fähigkeiten.

B2 noun /prəˈvɪʒ.ən/

Provision

Vorsorge

Meaning

supplies of food and other necessary things; arrangement or preparation

Example

The government made provision for emergency supplies during the flood.

Die Regierung traf Vorkehrungen für Notfallvorräte während der Überschwemmung.

B2 verb /ˈpiːtər/

peter

allmählich nachlassen

Meaning

to diminish gradually and come to an end; to fade or dwindle away

Example

The excitement of the event began to peter out after a few hours.

Die Aufregung des Events begann nach ein paar Stunden zu verblassen.

B2 adverb /ˈpraɪ.vət.li/

Privately

privat; vertraulich

Meaning

Meaning

Important, famous, or easily noticeable.

Example

He is a prominent leader in the community.

Er ist ein prominenter Führer in der Gemeinschaft.

B2 noun /ˈpæd.ɪŋ/

padding

Polsterung / Füllung

Meaning

soft material added for comfort, protection, or to fill space

Example

The chair had extra padding for comfort.

Der Stuhl hatte zusätzliches Polster für mehr Komfort.

B2 adjective /ˌpriːməˈtjʊər/

premature

vorzeitig

Meaning

Happening or done before the usual or proper time.

Example

His decision to quit the job was premature.

Seine Entscheidung, den Job zu kündigen, war vorzeitig.

B2 noun /pəˈzeʃ.ən/

Possession

besitz; eigentum; kontrolle

Meaning

something that belongs to someone; the state of having or owning something

Example

The house has been in their family's possession for generations.

Das Haus ist seit Generationen im Besitz ihrer Familie.

B2 adjective /ˈprɛf(ə)rəb(ə)l/

preferable

bevorzugt

Meaning

more desirable or suitable; better than something else

Example

It is preferable to take the train rather than drive in heavy traffic.

Es ist besser, den Zug zu nehmen, statt im dichten Verkehr zu fahren.

B2 noun prɛsˈtiːʒ

prestige

Prestige

Meaning

Widespread respect and admiration felt for someone or something on the basis of a perception of their achievements or quality.

Example

The university has gained international prestige for its research.

Die Universität hat internationalen Prestige für ihre Forschung erlangt.

B2 adjective /pɪˈkjuː.li.ər/

Peculiar

eigenartig; seltsam; ungewöhnlich

Meaning

strange or odd; unusual; belonging exclusively to

Example

She has a peculiar way of speaking.

Sie hat eine eigenartige Art zu sprechen.

B2 noun /prɪˈtens/

Pretence

Vortäuschung

Meaning

an attempt to make something that is not the case appear true

Example

He made no pretence of being interested in the conversation.

Er machte keinen Versuch, in dem Gespräch Interesse vorzutäuschen.

B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.θən/

Python

python

Meaning

a large non-venomous snake that kills prey by constriction

Example

The python wrapped around its prey tightly.

Der Python schlängelte sich fest um seine Beute.

B2 noun/verb /preɪ/

prey

Beute

Meaning

an animal hunted by another for food; to hunt and feed on

Example

Lions prey on zebras in the wild.

Löwen jagen Zebras in der Wildnis.

B2 noun ˌpʌŋkˈtʃʊəlɪti

punctuality

Pünktlichkeit

Meaning

The quality of being on time; the habit of arriving or doing things at the agreed or proper time.

Example

Punctuality is a valued trait in professional settings.

Pünktlichkeit ist eine geschätzte Eigenschaft in professionellen Umfeldern.

B2 noun /ˈpæθweɪ/

pathway

weg

Meaning

a route or course along which something travels or progresses

Example

The narrow pathway led to the hidden garden.

Der schmale Weg führte zum versteckten Garten.

B2 adjective /ˌprɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl/

presidential

präsidial

Meaning

relating to a president or presidency

Example

The presidential election is scheduled for next month.

Die Präsidentschaftswahlen sind für nächsten Monat angesetzt.

B2 noun /plænˈteɪʃən/

plantation

Plantage

Meaning

a large area of land where crops are grown, often for commercial purposes

Example

The sugarcane plantation stretched for miles across the valley.

Die Zuckerrohrplantage erstreckte sich über Meilen durch das Tal.

B2 adjective /ˈpəʊstwɔːr/

postwar

Nachkriegszeit

Meaning

occurring or existing after a war

Example

The postwar period saw significant economic growth.

Die Nachkriegszeit erlebte ein erhebliches Wirtschaftswachstum.

B2 noun /ˈpredʒ.ə.dɪs/

Prejudice

Vorurteil

Meaning

preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience

Example

We must fight against prejudice and discrimination in our society.

Wir müssen gegen Vorurteile und Diskriminierung in unserer Gesellschaft kämpfen.

B2 noun /pʌls/

Pulse

Hülsenfrucht

Meaning

edible seeds of leguminous plants such as lentils, beans, and peas

Example

Pulses are an excellent source of protein for vegetarians.

Hülsenfrüchte sind eine ausgezeichnete Proteinquelle für Vegetarier.

B2 noun /pʌntʃ/

Punch

Stanze

Meaning

a tool used for making holes or indentations in materials

Example

The carpenter used a punch to make holes in the leather.

Der Zimmermann benutzte eine Stanze, um Löcher in das Leder zu machen.