A1 verb /peɪ/

pay

bezahlen

Meaning

to give money in exchange for goods or services

Example

I need to pay my bills on time.

Ich muss meine Rechnungen pünktlich bezahlen.

C2 verb /ɪˈfjuːz/

effuse

ausgießen

Meaning

To pour out or express feelings freely and openly.

Example

She effused gratitude for the help she received.

Sie drückte ihre Dankbarkeit für die Hilfe aus, die sie erhalten hatte.

B1 noun ˈtʃɑː.dʒɪŋ

charging

Laden

Meaning

The process of supplying electrical energy to recharge a battery or power source.

Example

Electric vehicle charging stations are increasing in cities.

Ladestationen für Elektrofahrzeuge nehmen in Städten zu.

B2 noun ˌvɛntɪˈleɪʃən

ventilation

Belüftung

Meaning

The provision of fresh air to a room, building, etc.

Example

Proper ventilation is essential for maintaining air quality.

Eine angemessene Belüftung ist entscheidend, um die Luftqualität zu erhalten.

C1 noun /ˈmaɪkrəʊˌklaɪmæt/

microclimate

Mikroklima

Meaning

The climate of a small, specific area that may differ from the general climate of the surrounding region, often influenced by local factors like terrain, vegetation, or buildings.

Example

A microclimate can have a significant impact on plant growth.

Ein Mikroklima kann einen signifikanten Einfluss auf das Pflanzenwachstum haben.

C2 adjective /ˈsteɪ.dʒi/

stagy

übertrieben theatralisch

Meaning

Overly theatrical, artificial, or exaggerated in manner or style.

Example

Her performance felt stagy and unnatural.

Ihre Darbietung fühlte sich übertrieben theatralisch und unnatürlich an.

C1 adjective /ˈwɒŋki/

Wonky

instabil; unzuverlässig; funktioniert nicht richtig

Meaning

unstable; unreliable; not working properly

Example

The old chair was wonky and wobbled every time someone sat on it.

Der alte Stuhl war instabil und wackelte jedes Mal, wenn sich jemand darauf setzte.

C2 noun /ˈkɜːrtʃɪf/

kerchief

Tuch

Meaning

a piece of cloth worn around the head or neck

Example

She wore a red kerchief on her head.

Sie trug ein rotes Tuch auf dem Kopf.

B2 verb /spɛər/

spare

etwas extra geben / schonen

Meaning

To give something that one has extra of; to refrain from harming or killing.

Example

Could you spare me a few minutes of your time?

Könntest du mir ein paar Minuten deiner Zeit geben?

B1 noun /neɪl/

Nail

Nagel

Meaning

a small metal spike with a broadened flat head; part of finger or toe

Example

He hammered the nail into the wooden board.

Er hämmerte den Nagel in das Holzbrett.

C2 noun ˈsɒmnələns

somnolence

Somnolenz

Meaning

A state of drowsiness or sleepiness; inclination to sleep.

Example

The somnolence after a heavy meal made it hard to concentrate.

Die Somnolenz nach einer schweren Mahlzeit machte es schwierig, sich zu konzentrieren.

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.

C1 noun /ˈtɛknɪk/

technic

Technik

Meaning

A method, skill, or art in a particular field, especially in the arts or sciences.

Example

The artist’s technic in watercolor impressed the judges.

Die Technik des Künstlers in Aquarell beeindruckte die Richter.

B2 noun /koʊˈɪn.sɪ.dəns/

Coincidence

Zufall

Meaning

a remarkable occurrence of events or circumstances without apparent causal connection; chance happening

Example

It was a strange coincidence that they both wore the same dress to the party.

Es war ein seltsamer Zufall, dass sie beide dasselbe Kleid zur Party trugen.

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.

C2 verb /ˌdɪsəˈreɪndʒ/

disarrange

verrücken

Meaning

to disturb the order or arrangement of something

Example

The wind disarranged her hair.

Der Wind hat ihr Haar durcheinander gebracht.

B1 verb /ˈdʒɛnəreɪt/

generate

erzeugen

Meaning

to produce or create something

Example

The machine generates electricity.

Die Maschine erzeugt Elektrizität.

B1 noun /təˈbækoʊ/

tobacco

tabak

Meaning

a plant grown for its leaves, which are used in making cigarettes and cigars

Example

He stopped smoking tobacco after his health scare.

Er hörte auf, Tabak zu rauchen, nachdem er gesundheitliche Probleme hatte.

C2 adjective /ˈtrɛntʃənt/

trenchant

scharf

Meaning

expressed strongly, effectively, and clearly; sharp or cutting in style or expression

Example

Her trenchant criticism of the policy left no room for misunderstanding.

Ihre scharfe Kritik an der Politik ließ keinen Raum für Missverständnisse.

C2 noun /əbˈstrʌkʃənɪst/

obstructionist

Verhinderer

Meaning

a person who deliberately delays or prevents progress by being uncooperative or oppositional

Example

The obstructionist in the committee kept delaying the decision-making process.

Der Verhinderer im Ausschuss verzögerte weiterhin den Entscheidungsfindungsprozess.

C1 noun /ədˈhiːʒən/

adhesion

Haftung

Meaning

the process or state of sticking to something

Example

Strong adhesion is needed for the tiles to stay in place.

Starke Haftung ist erforderlich, damit die Fliesen an ihrem Platz bleiben.

C1 adjective /ˈpʌlməˌneri/

pulmonary

pulmonal

Meaning

relating to the lungs

Example

The patient suffered from a serious pulmonary infection.

Der Patient litt an einer schweren Lungeninfektion.

B2 noun /ɪmˈpeɪʃəns/

impatience

Ungeduld

Meaning

The state of being quickly irritated or unable to wait calmly.

Example

His impatience grew as the meeting dragged on.

Seine Ungeduld wuchs, als sich das Treffen in die Länge zog.

B2 adjective /dɪˈziːzd/

Diseased

krank; von einer Krankheit betroffen

Meaning

affected by disease; suffering from illness; sick

Example

The diseased tree had to be removed from the garden.

Der kranke Baum musste aus dem Garten entfernt werden.

C2 adjective /ˈnjuː.trɪ.tɪv/

nutritive

nahrhaft

Meaning

Relating to nutrition; having nourishing qualities.

Example

The nutritive value of the fruit is very high.

Der Nährwert der Frucht ist sehr hoch.

B2 noun /ˈlɒk.ɪt/

Locket

Anhänger

Meaning

a small ornamental case, typically made of gold or silver, worn on a chain around the neck

Example

She kept her grandmother's photo in the locket.

Sie bewahrte das Foto ihrer Großmutter im Anhänger auf.

B2 noun /ˌledʒɪsˈleɪʃən/

legislation

Gesetzgebung

Meaning

laws considered collectively, or the act of making laws

Example

The government passed new legislation to protect the environment.

Die Regierung verabschiedete eine neue Gesetzgebung zum Schutz der Umwelt.

C2 verb /ˈstɪp.əl/

stipple

mit kleinen Punkten bedecken

Meaning

to cover a surface with numerous small dots or specks, often in drawing or painting

Example

The artist stippled the canvas to create a textured effect.

Der Künstler bedeckte die Leinwand mit kleinen Punkten, um einen strukturierten Effekt zu erzeugen.

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.

C1 noun /ˈæspɪrənt/

Meaning

Relating to the back or upper side of an animal or body part.

Example

Sharks have a prominent dorsal fin.

Haie haben eine auffällige dorsale Flosse.

C2 noun /ˈdræɡˌnɛt/

dragnet

Durchsuchung

Meaning

A systematic search or investigation, often by police to catch criminals.

Example

The police launched a dragnet to capture the fugitives.

Die Polizei startete eine Durchsuchung, um die Flüchtigen zu fangen.

B1 noun /ˈprɒp.ə.ti/

Property

Eigentum; Immobilie; Grundstueck; Eigenschaft

Meaning

a building or land; something owned; a characteristic or quality

Example

They bought a beautiful property in the countryside.

Sie kauften eine schoene Immobilie auf dem Land.

A2 verb /kwɪt/

quit

aufhören

Meaning

to stop doing something; to leave a job or position

Example

She decided to quit her job and start her own business.

Sie beschloss, ihren Job zu kündigen und ihr eigenes Geschäft zu starten.

B1 noun /əˈfer/

Affair

Angelegenheit; Ereignis;

Meaning

an event or situation; a matter that someone deals with

Example

The wedding was a grand affair with hundreds of guests.

Die Hochzeit war eine große Angelegenheit mit Hunderten von Gästen.

C2 adjective /ˌen.zɪˈmæt.ɪk/

enzymatic

enzymatisch

Meaning

Relating to or involving enzymes, which are proteins that catalyze biochemical reactions in living organisms.

Example

Enzymatic reactions regulate metabolism in the human body.

Enzymatische Reaktionen regulieren den Stoffwechsel im menschlichen Körper.

A1 adverb /ˈsʌm.taɪmz/

Sometimes

manchmal

Meaning

at times; occasionally; now and then

Example

Sometimes I go for a walk in the evening.

Manchmal gehe ich am Abend spazieren.

B2 adjective /dɪˌveləpˈmentl/

developmental

entwicklungsbezogen

Meaning

relating to the process of growth or progress

Example

Early childhood is a crucial developmental stage for learning.

Die frühe Kindheit ist eine entscheidende entwicklungsbezogene Phase für das Lernen.

C1 noun/adjective/verb /bʌf/

buff

Fan / polieren

Meaning

A fan or enthusiast; also to polish or shine something.

Example

He is a movie buff who watches films every weekend.

Er ist ein Filmfan, der jedes Wochenende Filme schaut.

B2 verb /ˈtɛrəˌfaɪ/

terrify

erschrecken

Meaning

To cause someone to feel extreme fear.

Example

The loud thunder terrified the children.

Der laute Donner hat die Kinder erschreckt.

C1 verb /ˈdɛnɪˌɡreɪt/

denigrate

denigreren

Meaning

to criticize unfairly; to belittle or disparage someone or something

Example

He was quick to denigrate the achievements of his colleagues.

Er war schnell dabei, die Errungenschaften seiner Kollegen zu denigreren.

C1 verb /dɪˈpliːt/

deplete

erschöpfen

Meaning

to reduce the quantity or supply of something

Example

The long war has depleted the country's resources.

Der lange Krieg hat die Ressourcen des Landes erschöpft.

B1 adjective /ˌækəˈdɛmɪk/

academic

akademisch

Meaning

related to education, learning, or scholarly activities

Example

She has an outstanding academic record.

Sie hat einen herausragenden akademischen Rekord.

A1 noun /ˈmuːvi/

movie

Glück

Meaning

A motion picture or film shown in a cinema or on television.

Example

We watched a movie together last night.

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

A2 verb /ɪnˈkluːd/

include

einschließen

Meaning

to have as part of a whole; to contain or comprise

Example

The price includes all taxes.

Der Preis schließt alle Steuern ein.

C2 noun ˌsɜːkəmˈspekʃən

circumspection

Vorsicht, Vermeidung von Risiken

Meaning

The quality of being wary and unwilling to take risks; prudence.

Example

His circumspection ensured no mistakes were made.

Seine Vorsicht stellte sicher, dass keine Fehler gemacht wurden.

C1 adjective /ɡlaɪˈsiː.mɪk/

glycemic

glukosebezogen

Meaning

Relating to the presence of glucose in the blood and how foods affect blood sugar levels.

Example

High-glycemic foods cause a rapid increase in blood sugar.

Lebensmittel mit hohem glykämischen Index führen zu einem schnellen Anstieg des Blutzuckers.

A1 verb /set/

set

setzen

Meaning

to put or place something in a position; to establish

Example

She set the book on the table.

Sie stellte das Buch auf den Tisch.

C1 adjective ˈdɪs.pər.ət

disparate

unterschiedlich

Meaning

containing elements very different from one another.

Example

Their opinions were disparate, leading to debates.

Ihre Meinungen waren disparat, was zu Debatten führte.

C1 noun ˌdʒiːəˈlɒdʒɪkəl ˈstrʌktʃər

geological structure

geologische Struktur

Meaning

The arrangement and composition of rocks, minerals, and landforms in the Earth's crust.

Example

Scientists will study the Moon's geological structure.

Wissenschaftler werden die geologische Struktur des Mondes untersuchen.

A2 noun /ækˈtɪv.ə.ti/

Activity

Aktivität; Handlung; Aufgabe

Meaning

something that you do for interest or pleasure, or in order to achieve a particular aim

Example

Physical activity is important for good health.

Körperliche Aktivität ist wichtig für die Gesundheit.

A1 noun /tɛn/

ten

zehn

Meaning

the number following nine and preceding eleven

Example

I have ten apples in the basket.

Ich habe zehn Äpfel im Korb.

B2 noun ˈterɪtəri

territory

Territorium

Meaning

An area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state.

Example

The king expanded his territory.

Der König erweiterte sein Territorium.

C1 noun /ˌsʌpəˈzɪʃən/

supposition

Annahme

Meaning

An assumption or belief that something is true without certain proof.

Example

His plan was based on the supposition that the market would recover quickly.

Sein Plan basierte auf der Annahme, dass sich der Markt schnell erholen würde.

B2 noun /ˈbænər/

banner

Banner

Meaning

a large printed sign used for advertisements or announcements

Example

The company displayed a banner to advertise their new product.

Das Unternehmen zeigte ein Banner, um sein neues Produkt zu bewerben.

C1 verb /ɪˈdʒektɪd/

ejected

ausscheiden

Meaning

to force someone or something to leave a place; to push or throw something out forcefully

Example

The pilot was ejected from the aircraft during the emergency.

Der Pilot wurde während des Notfalls aus dem Flugzeug ejectet.

B1 noun /stiːl/

steel

Stahl

Meaning

a strong, hard metal made of iron and carbon

Example

The building was made from steel to ensure its durability.

Das Gebäude wurde aus Stahl gebaut, um seine Haltbarkeit zu gewährleisten.

B2 verb /ɪmˈbɑːrk/

embark

sich auf eine Reise begeben

Meaning

to begin a journey, project, or activity

Example

She decided to embark on a new career in medicine.

Sie entschied sich, eine neue Karriere in der Medizin zu beginnen.

C1 noun ˈpɜː.mə.kʌl.tʃər

permaculture

Permakultur

Meaning

The development of agricultural ecosystems intended to be sustainable and self-sufficient.

Example

Permaculture promotes self-sufficient farming systems.

Permakultur fördert autarke landwirtschaftliche Systeme.

B2 adverb /bɪˈfɔːr.hænd/

Beforehand

im Voraus; vorher; bevor

Meaning

in advance; ahead of time; earlier

Example

We prepared everything beforehand.

Wir haben alles im Voraus vorbereitet.

B2 adjective /ˈtʃaɪld.laɪk/

Childlike

kindlich; unschuldig und vertrauend; rein und einfach

Meaning

innocent and trusting like a child; having the good qualities of a child; pure and simple

Example

She maintained a childlike wonder about the world around her.

Sie behielt ein kindliches Staunen über die Welt um sie herum.

C2 adjective /ˌdɪskəmˈbɑːbjuleɪtɪd/

discombobulated

verwirrt

Meaning

confused and disoriented; feeling unsettled

Example

She looked discombobulated after hearing the unexpected news.

Sie sah verwirrt aus, nachdem sie die unerwartete Nachricht gehört hatte.

C2 adjective /ˈpɛneɪt/

pennate

federartig

Meaning

Having parts or structures arranged like a feather; feather-shaped.

Example

The fern has a pennate leaf structure.

Die Struktur des Farnblatts ist federartig.

C2 noun /biˈætɪtjuːd/

beatitude

höchstes Glück oder Segen, oft verwendet in Bezug auf die Lehren von Jesus in der Bergpredigt

Meaning

supreme blessedness or happiness, often used in reference to the sayings of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount

Example

She felt a state of beatitude after receiving the good news.

Sie fühlte einen Zustand der Seligkeit, nachdem sie die guten Nachrichten erhalten hatte.

C1 verb /ˌdɪsɪnˈɡeɪdʒ/

disengage

abkoppeln

Meaning

To release or detach oneself from something; to withdraw.

Example

He tried to disengage from the heated argument.

Er versuchte, sich aus der hitzigen Diskussion abzukoppeln.

B2 noun /bʌlk/

Bulk

Masse; der größere Teil;

Meaning

the mass or size of something large; the greater part or majority of something

Example

The bulk of the work was completed before the deadline.

Der Großteil der Arbeit wurde vor der Frist abgeschlossen.

B1 noun /ˈænəlɪst/

analyst

Analyst

Meaning

a person who studies or examines something carefully to understand it or make decisions

Example

The financial analyst predicted a rise in the stock market.

Der Finanzanalyst sagte einen Anstieg des Aktienmarktes voraus.

B2 adjective /ˈded.li/

Deadly

tödlich; tödlich; gefährlich

Meaning

causing or able to cause death; extremely dangerous; lethal

Example

The deadly poison killed the plant instantly.

Das tödliche Gift tötete die Pflanze sofort.

A2 adjective /mɪkst/

mixed

gemischt

Meaning

consisting of different elements or having varied opinions or feelings

Example

The audience had mixed reactions to the film.

Das Publikum hatte gemischte Reaktionen auf den Film.

A2 verb /ˈdʌbəl/

double

verdoppeln

Meaning

to make twice as much in size, number, or amount

Example

The company hopes to double its profits this year.

Das Unternehmen hofft, seine Gewinne in diesem Jahr zu verdoppeln.

B2 noun /doʊ/

dough

Teig

Meaning

a mixture of flour, water, and other ingredients used to make bread or pastries

Example

She kneaded the dough for ten minutes before baking.

Sie knetete den Teig zehn Minuten lang, bevor sie ihn buk.

C2 adjective /ˌæl.ɪˈmen.tər.i/

alimentary

verdauungsbezogen

Meaning

relating to nourishment or the organs of digestion

Example

The doctor explained the role of the alimentary canal in digestion.

Der Arzt erklärte die Rolle des Verdauungstrakts bei der Verdauung.

C1 adjective /ˌʌnəˈteɪnəbl/

unattainable

unerreichbar

Meaning

impossible to achieve, reach, or accomplish

Example

For many, becoming a professional athlete remains an unattainable dream.

Für viele bleibt es ein unerreichbarer Traum, Profi-Sportler zu werden.

C2 noun /stɒˈkeɪd/

stockade

Holzwand

Meaning

a defensive barrier made of strong posts or timbers, often around a fort or prison

Example

The prisoners were kept inside the wooden stockade.

Die Gefangenen wurden in der Holzwand eingesperrt.

C1 verb /əˈkwɪt/

acquit

freisprechen

Meaning

to declare someone not guilty of a criminal charge; to conduct oneself in a specified way

Example

The jury decided to acquit the defendant of all charges.

Die Jury entschied sich, den Angeklagten von allen Anklagen freizusprechen.

B1 noun ˈdɪsɪplɪn

discipline

disziplin

Meaning

The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience

Example

Discipline helps maintain focus and productivity.

Disziplin hilft, Fokus und Produktivität aufrechtzuerhalten.

A1 adjective /red/

Red

rot

Meaning

having the color of blood or fire; of the color red

Example

She wore a beautiful red dress to the party.

Sie trug ein schönes rotes Kleid zur Party.

B2 noun /jɔːn/

Yawn

Gähnen

Meaning

an involuntary opening of the mouth and inhalation of air due to tiredness or boredom

Example

She couldn't suppress a yawn during the boring lecture.

Sie konnte ein Gähnen während der langweiligen Vorlesung nicht unterdrücken.

A2 adjective /praʊd/

Proud

stolz

Meaning

feeling deep pleasure from one's achievements; having high self-respect

Example

She was proud of her daughter's academic achievements.

Sie war stolz auf die akademischen Leistungen ihrer Tochter.

B2 adjective /ˈtaɪə.səm/

Tiresome

ermüdend; langweilig

Meaning

causing weariness or boredom; tedious

Example

The long lecture was tiresome and repetitive.

Die lange Vorlesung war ermüdend und wiederholend.

C1 adjective /ʌnˈkʌltʃəd/

Uncultured

unkultiviert; ungebildet

Meaning

lacking good manners, refinement, or education; uncivilized

Example

His uncultured behavior embarrassed everyone at the dinner party.

Sein unkultiviertes Verhalten hat alle bei der Dinnerparty in Verlegenheit gebracht.

C1 adjective /ɪnˈflɛksəbl/

inflexible

unflexibel

Meaning

Not able to bend or change; unwilling to change ideas or behavior.

Example

His inflexible attitude made negotiations difficult.

Seine unflexible Haltung erschwerte die Verhandlungen.

B2 noun /rɪˈfjuː.zəl/

Refusal

Ablehnung; Verweigerung

Meaning

the act of saying no to something or not accepting something

Example

His refusal to cooperate made the project more difficult.

Seine Ablehnung zur Zusammenarbeit machte das Projekt schwieriger.

C1 adjective /əˈfɜːrmətɪv/

affirmative

affirmativ

Meaning

expressing agreement, approval, or a positive response

Example

She gave an affirmative answer to the proposal.

Sie gab eine affirmative Antwort auf den Vorschlag.

C1 verb /ˈstæmər/

stammer

stottern

Meaning

To speak with sudden involuntary pauses and a tendency to repeat the initial letters of words.

Example

The nervous student began to stammer during his speech.

Der nervöse Student begann während seiner Rede zu stottern.

B2 noun /ˈklɪərəns/

clearance

Genehmigung / Erlaubnis

Meaning

official permission or authorization; the removal of something unwanted; the distance between two objects

Example

The pilot received clearance to land the plane.

Der Pilot erhielt die Genehmigung, das Flugzeug zu landen.

B1 noun prəˈpoʊzəl

proposal

Vorschlag

Meaning

A plan or suggestion, especially a formal or written one, put forward for consideration or discussion by others.

Example

The proposal was not sustained.

Der Vorschlag wurde nicht akzeptiert.

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.

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.

C1 adjective /ˌɒstɛnˈteɪʃəs/

ostentatious

protzig

Meaning

Characterized by a showy or pretentious display intended to impress others.

Example

He wore an ostentatious gold chain to the party.

Er trug eine protzige goldene Kette zur Party.

C2 verb /beɪt/

bate

verringern, dämpfen

Meaning

to lessen or restrain; to diminish the force or intensity of something

Example

He spoke with bated breath as he waited for the result.

Er sprach mit angehaltener Atmung, während er auf das Ergebnis wartete.

A2 noun /ˈklæsˌruːm/

classroom

Klassenzimmer

Meaning

A room in which classes are held in a school or college.

Example

The teacher entered the classroom and greeted the students.

Der Lehrer betrat das Klassenzimmer und begrüßte die Schüler.

A2 noun /pəˈluː.ʃən/

pollution

Verschmutzung

Meaning

The presence in or introduction into the environment of a substance which has harmful or poisonous effects.

Example

Industrial pollution harms marine life.

Industrielle Verschmutzung schadet dem marinen Leben.

A2 adjective /ˈhelp.fəl/

Helpful

hilfreich; nützlich

Meaning

giving or providing assistance; useful; beneficial

Example

She was very helpful in organizing the event.

Sie war sehr hilfreich bei der Organisation der Veranstaltung.

B2 adjective, adverb /ˈneɪʃənˌwaɪd/

nationwide

landesweit

Meaning

existing or happening throughout an entire nation

Example

The campaign received nationwide support.

Die Kampagne erhielt landesweite Unterstützung.

B2 adjective /ˈræp.ɪd/

Rapid

schnell; zügig; rasch;

Meaning

happening in a short time or at a fast pace

Example

The rapid growth of technology has changed our daily lives.

Das schnelle Wachstum der Technologie hat unser tägliches Leben verändert.

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 noun /ˈjuːzjuːfrʌkt/

usufruct

Nutzungsrecht

Meaning

The legal right to use and enjoy the benefits of someone else’s property without owning it.

Example

The tenant had the usufruct of the land but not its ownership.

Der Mieter hatte das Nutzungsrecht des Landes, aber nicht das Eigentum.

C1 noun /ˈplæz.mə/

Plasma

flüssiger Teil des Blutes; ionisiertes Gas; Blutserum ohne Gerinnungsproteine

Meaning

the liquid part of blood; ionized gas; blood serum without clotting proteins

Example

Blood plasma contains various proteins and nutrients.

Blutplasma enthält verschiedene Proteine und Nährstoffe.

C1 verb /riːˈfɜːrbɪʃ/

refurbish

renovieren

Meaning

To renovate or redecorate something, especially a building.

Example

The company decided to refurbish its old office.

Das Unternehmen beschloss, sein altes Büro zu renovieren.

C1 noun /ˈʃæpəroʊn/

chaperon

Begleiter

Meaning

An older person who accompanies and supervises young people in social situations.

Example

The teacher acted as a chaperon during the school dance.

Der Lehrer fungierte als Begleiter während des Schulballs.

A2 adjective /frɛʃ/

fresh

frisch

Meaning

new, recently made, or clean and pure

Example

The bread is still fresh from the oven.

Das Brot ist noch frisch aus dem Ofen.

A2 noun /lɪp/

Lip

Lippe

Meaning

either of the two soft parts that form the edge of the mouth

Example

She applied lipstick to her lips before the party.

Sie trug vor der Party Lippenstift auf ihren Lippen auf.

A2 noun /ˈsteɪʃən/

station

Bahnhof

Meaning

a place where a particular service is provided, especially for transportation

Example

We arrived at the station just in time for the train.

Wir sind am Bahnhof gerade noch rechtzeitig zum Zug angekommen.

C1 noun /ɪnˈdʒʌŋkʃən/

injunction

Unterlassungsverfügung

Meaning

A judicial order restraining a person from an action or compelling a certain act.

Example

The court issued an injunction to stop the company from polluting the river.

Das Gericht erließ eine Unterlassungsverfügung, um das Unternehmen daran zu hindern, den Fluss zu verschmutzen.

C2 adjective /ˈkɒndaɪn/

condign

verdient

Meaning

deserved, appropriate, and fitting (especially punishment)

Example

The criminal received condign punishment for his crimes.

Der Verbrecher erhielt die verdiente Strafe für seine Verbrechen.

A2 noun /ˈsɪnəmə/

cinema

Kino

Meaning

a place where films are shown to the public; the art or industry of making and showing films

Example

We went to the cinema to watch a new movie.

Wir gingen ins Kino, um einen neuen Film zu sehen.

C2 noun /ˌpɛkəˈdɪloʊ/

peccadillo

kleiner Fehler

Meaning

a small or minor fault or sin

Example

Forgetting to call was just a small peccadillo, not a serious mistake.

Das Vergessen zu telefonieren war nur ein kleiner Fehler, kein ernsthafter Fehler.

C1 adjective /tɔːt/

taut

gespannt

Meaning

stretched or pulled tight; tense

Example

The rope was pulled taut between the two poles.

Das Seil war zwischen den beiden Pfosten gespannt.

C2 adjective /ədˈmɒnɪtəri/

admonitory

ermahnend

Meaning

giving or conveying a warning or reprimand

Example

She gave him an admonitory glance.

Sie warf ihm einen ermahnenden Blick zu.

A2 noun /ˈsoʊldʒər/

soldier

Soldat

Meaning

a person who serves in an army, especially as a professional fighter

Example

The soldier marched proudly with his unit.

Der Soldat marschierte stolz mit seiner Einheit.

C2 adjective /ˌʌnəˈsweɪdʒd/

unassuaged

unberuhigt

Meaning

Not made less intense or relieved; unrelieved.

Example

His grief remained unassuaged despite the passage of time.

Sein Kummer blieb unberuhigt trotz des Vergehens der Zeit.