B2 noun ˌfoʊ.t̬oʊˈsɪn.θə.sɪs

photosynthesis

Fotosynthese

Meaning

The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods from carbon dioxide and water.

Example

Plants depend on photosynthesis for survival.

Pflanzen sind für das Überleben auf die Fotosynthese angewiesen.

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 adjective /ˈprɑːspərəs/

Prosperous

wohlhabend; prosperierend;

Meaning

successful in material terms; flourishing financially

Example

The company became very prosperous after launching their new product.

Das Unternehmen wurde nach der Einführung ihres neuen Produkts sehr wohlhabend.

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 /pɪtʃ/

pitch

Tonhöhe, Wurf

Meaning

the quality of a sound; the level or degree of intensity; a throw or toss

Example

The singer's pitch was perfect during the performance.

Die Tonhöhe des Sängers war während der Aufführung perfekt.

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 /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 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.

B2 adjective /proʊn/

Prone

geneigt

Meaning

having a tendency to; inclined; lying face down

Example

He is prone to making mistakes when he's tired.

Er ist dazu neigend, Fehler zu machen, wenn er müde ist.

B2 noun /ˈprɛfəs/

preface

Vorwort

Meaning

an introduction to a book, speech, or other written work

Example

The author explained his motivation in the preface.

Der Autor erklärte seine Motivation im Vorwort.

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 /pælɛˈstɪnɪən/

palestinian

palästinensisch

Meaning

relating to Palestine or its people

Example

The Palestinian people have a rich cultural heritage.

Das palästinensische Volk hat ein reiches kulturelles Erbe.

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 noun prəˈɡreʃ.ən

progression

Fortschritt

Meaning

The process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state.

Example

Progression in technology drives innovation.

Fortschritt in der Technologie treibt Innovation an.

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 adjective /ˌpɑːrləˈmɛntri/

parliamentary

parlamentarisch

Meaning

relating to a parliament or its members; relating to a system of government with parliamentary authority

Example

The country follows a parliamentary form of government.

Das Land hat ein parlamentarisches Regierungssystem.

B2 verb /prɪˈzɜːv/

preserve

bewahren

Meaning

to keep something in its original state; to protect from harm or decay

Example

We must preserve our natural environment.

Wir müssen unsere natürliche Umwelt bewahren.

B2 noun pɛsts

pests

Schädlinge, schädliche Tiere

Meaning

Harmful or troublesome creatures, especially insects or small animals that damage crops, food, or living spaces.

Example

Pests can damage crops and cause diseases.

Schädlinge können Ernten schädigen und Krankheiten verursachen.

B2 noun /ˈpæn.ɪk/

Panic

Panik

Meaning

sudden uncontrollable fear or anxiety; a state of widespread fear and anxiety

Example

The fire alarm caused panic among the students.

Der Feueralarm verursachte Panik unter den Studenten.

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 verb /ˈprɒsɪkjuːt/

prosecute

verfolgen

Meaning

to institute legal proceedings against someone

Example

The lawyer decided to prosecute the case after gathering sufficient evidence.

Der Anwalt entschied sich, den Fall nach dem Sammeln ausreichender Beweise zu verfolgen.

B2 noun /pəˈræmɪtər/

parameter

Parameter

Meaning

a limit, boundary, or measurable factor that defines or determines something

Example

We need to set clear parameters for this project.

Wir müssen klare Parameter für dieses Projekt festlegen.

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 noun pɑrˈtɪʃən

partition

Partition

Meaning

The action of dividing or being divided into parts; separation.

Example

Partition caused unrest.

Die Partition verursachte Unruhe.

B2 noun /saɪˈkɒlədʒi/

psychology

Psychologie

Meaning

the scientific study of the mind and behavior

Example

Psychology helps us understand how people think and act.

Psychologie hilft uns zu verstehen, wie Menschen denken und handeln.

B2 noun /prɒkˈsɪmɪti/

proximity

Nähe

Meaning

Nearness in space, time, or relationship.

Example

The proximity of the school to her house made it convenient.

Die Nähe der Schule zu ihrem Haus machte es bequem.

B2 adjective /ˌsaɪkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

psychological

psychologisch

Meaning

relating to the mind or mental processes.

Example

She studied the psychological effects of trauma on children.

Sie untersuchte die psychologischen Auswirkungen von Trauma auf Kinder.

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.

B2 verb /prɪˈzjuːm/

presume

vermuten

Meaning

To suppose something is true without proof; to take for granted.

Example

I presume she has already left for the meeting.

Ich nehme an, dass sie bereits zur Besprechung gegangen ist.

B2 noun, verb /pɪə(r)/

peer

Kollege

Meaning

noun: a person of the same rank or status; verb: to look closely or with difficulty

Example

He tried to peer through the fog to see his peers on the other side.

Er versuchte, durch den Nebel zu spähen, um seine Kollegen auf der anderen Seite zu sehen.

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 adjective /poʊˈɛt.ɪk/

poetic

poetisch

Meaning

having qualities of poetry; expressive, beautiful, or imaginative

Example

Her speech had a poetic rhythm that captivated the audience.

Ihre Rede hatte einen poetischen Rhythmus, der das Publikum fesselte.

B2 verb /pəˈluːt/

pollute

verschmutzen

Meaning

to make air, water, or land dirty and harmful to people, animals, and plants

Example

Factories pollute the environment with toxic chemicals.

Fabriken verschmutzen die Umwelt mit giftigen Chemikalien.

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 /ˈpred.ə.ses.ər/

Predecessor

Vorgänger

Meaning

a person who held a job or office before the current holder; something that came before another thing

Example

The new manager learned from his predecessor's mistakes.

Der neue Manager lernte aus den Fehlern seines Vorgängers.

B2 noun /pɔːrtʃ/

porch

Veranda

Meaning

a covered area at the entrance of a building, often with a roof and open sides

Example

We sat on the porch and enjoyed the evening breeze.

Wir saßen auf der Veranda und genossen die Abendbrise.

B2 adjective /prəˈspɛktɪv/

prospective

prospektiv

Meaning

likely or expected to happen in the future; potential

Example

The company is meeting with prospective clients next week.

Das Unternehmen wird nächste Woche mit potenziellen Kunden sprechen.

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 /pərˈsuː/

pursue

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.

B2 adjective /ˈpraɪs.ləs/

Priceless

unbezahlbar; von unschätzbarem Wert

Meaning

extremely valuable; invaluable; beyond price

Example

Her grandmother's antique jewelry is absolutely priceless.

Der antike Schmuck ihrer Großmutter ist absolut unbezahlbar.

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 noun pɪər ˈɪnfluəns

peer influence

Einfluss von Gleichaltrigen

Meaning

The effect that members of a peer group have on each other, especially in terms of behavior, attitudes, and decision-making.

Example

Peer influence can shape juvenile behavior significantly.

Der Einfluss von Gleichaltrigen kann das Verhalten von Jugendlichen erheblich prägen.

B2 adjective /ˈpɔɪn.tɪd/

Pointed

spitz; direkt und eindeutig

Meaning

having a sharp end; direct and unambiguous

Example

She made a pointed remark about his behavior.

Sie machte einen direkten Kommentar über sein Verhalten.

B2 noun, adjective /ˌpəʊstˈɡrædʒuət/

postgraduate

Postgraduierter

Meaning

A student who has completed a first degree and is studying for a further degree.

Example

She is doing postgraduate research in physics.

Sie macht postgraduale Forschung in Physik.

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 /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 verb /ˈpɛrɪʃ/

perish

vergehen

Meaning

To die, especially in a sudden or violent way.

Example

Many soldiers perished in the war.

Viele Soldaten sind im Krieg gefallen.

B2 noun /pərˈspek.tɪv/

Perspective

perspektive

Meaning

a particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view; the art of representing three-dimensional objects

Example

From his perspective, the decision was completely wrong.

Aus seiner Perspektive war die Entscheidung völlig falsch.

B2 adjective /ˌpoʊstˈwɔːr/

post-war

nach dem Krieg

Meaning

relating to the period after a war has ended

Example

The country experienced rapid economic growth in the post-war years.

Nach dem Krieg erlebte das Land ein schnelles wirtschaftliches Wachstum.

B2 noun /pəˈnɪn.sjə.lə/

Peninsula

Halbinsel

Meaning

a piece of land that is almost completely surrounded by water but connected to the mainland

Example

The Korean Peninsula is located in East Asia.

Die koreanische Halbinsel befindet sich in Ostasien.

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 /ˈproʊtəkɔːl/

protocol

Protokoll

Meaning

an official procedure or system of rules

Example

The security team followed strict protocol during the event.

Das Sicherheitsteam folgte während der Veranstaltung einem strengen Protokoll.

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 adjective /prɪˈzentəbl/

Presentable

präsentabel; geeignet, in der Öffentlichkeit gesehen zu werden

Meaning

neat and suitable for being seen in public; acceptable in appearance

Example

Make sure you look presentable for the job interview.

Stellen Sie sicher, dass Sie für das Vorstellungsgespräch präsentabel aussehen.

B2 noun prəˈtæɡənɪst

protagonist

Protagonist

Meaning

The leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.

Example

Charles Darnay is one of the protagonists of the story.

Charles Darnay ist einer der Protagonisten der Geschichte.

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 noun pərˈsweɪ.ʒən

persuasion

jemanden durch Argumentation oder Emotionen überzeugen

Meaning

The act of convincing someone to change their viewpoint through reasoning or emotion.

Example

Effective persuasion is key to a successful speech.

Effektive Persuasion ist der Schlüssel zu einer erfolgreichen Rede.

B2 noun /ˈpriː.tɛns/ or /prɪˈtɛns/

pretense

Vorwand, Schein

Meaning

A false appearance or claim; an act of pretending.

Example

His kindness was only a pretense to gain trust.

Seine Freundlichkeit war nur ein Vorwand, um Vertrauen zu gewinnen.

B2 adjective /pəˈzes.ɪv/

Possessive

Glück

Meaning

showing a desire to own or control something; unwilling to share; jealously protective

Example

He is very possessive about his car.

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

B2 noun /ˈpɒm.ɪˌɡræn.ɪt/

Pomegranate

Granatapfel

Meaning

a round fruit with thick red skin containing many small red seeds with juice

Example

The pomegranate seeds were sweet and refreshing.

Die Granatapfelkerne schmeckten süß und erfrischend.

B2 noun /ˈpɜr.mə.nəns/

Permanence

permanenz

Meaning

the state or quality of lasting or remaining unchanged indefinitely; enduring nature

Example

The permanence of the stone monument impressed all visitors.

Die Permanenz des Steinmonuments beeindruckte alle Besucher.

B2 noun /ˈpaɪ.rət/

Pirate

Pirat

Meaning

a person who attacks and robs ships at sea; someone who uses or reproduces copyrighted material illegally

Example

The pirate ship was spotted near the coast.

Das Piratenschiff wurde in der Nähe der Küste gesichtet.

B2 adjective /prəˈnaʊnst/

pronounced

ausgeprägt

Meaning

very noticeable or strongly marked

Example

There is a pronounced difference between the two styles.

Es gibt einen ausgeprägten Unterschied zwischen den beiden Stilen.

B2 noun, verb /ˈpɛdəl/

pedal

Fußbetriebener Hebel

Meaning

A foot-operated lever for powering or controlling a mechanism, especially on a bicycle.

Example

He pressed down hard on the bicycle pedal.

Er drückte fest auf das Pedal des Fahrrads.

B2 noun /ˈpen.ʃən/

Pension

pension

Meaning

a regular payment made to someone who is no longer working because of age or disability

Example

After retirement, he receives a monthly pension from the company.

Nach der Pensionierung erhält er eine monatliche Rente von der Firma.

B2 adjective /ˈplɛʒərəbl/

pleasurable

angenehm, erfreulich

Meaning

giving pleasure or enjoyment

Example

Reading a good book is a pleasurable activity.

Ein gutes Buch zu lesen ist eine angenehme Tätigkeit.

B2 noun /ˈpeɪtrən/

patron

Mäzen

Meaning

a person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, or cause

Example

The library is supported by generous patrons.

Die Bibliothek wird von großzügigen Mäzenen unterstützt.

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 verb /pɔːˈtreɪ/

portray

darstellen

Meaning

to describe or represent something or someone in a work of art or literature

Example

The novel portrays a vivid picture of life in the countryside.

Der Roman porträtiert ein lebendiges Bild des Lebens auf dem Land.

B2 noun ˈpɛs.tɪ.saɪdz

pesticides

Pestizide

Meaning

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

Example

Excessive pesticides use can harm the environment.

Der übermäßige Einsatz von Pestiziden kann der Umwelt schaden.

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 adjective /prɪˈdɪktəbəl/

predictable

vorhersehbar

Meaning

able to be predicted or foreseen

Example

His reactions were predictable based on his past behavior.

Seine Reaktionen waren vorhersehbar, basierend auf seinem vergangenen Verhalten.

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 /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 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 adjective /ˈpaʊərləs/

powerless

machtlos

Meaning

without ability, influence, or strength

Example

She felt powerless against the unfair system.

Sie fühlte sich machtlos gegen das ungerechte System.

B2 verb /ˈpɑːlɪʃ/

polish

polieren

Meaning

to make smooth and shiny by rubbing; to improve or refine

Example

She needs to polish her shoes before the interview.

Sie muss ihre Schuhe vor dem Interview polieren.

B2 noun ˈpærəˌlɛlz

parallels

Parallelen

Meaning

Similarities or comparisons between two different things or situations

Example

There are parallels between Japan's aging issues and Bangladesh's situation.

Es gibt Parallelen zwischen den Altersproblemen Japans und der Situation in Bangladesch.

B2 noun /ˌpɜː.sɪˈvɪə.rəns/

perseverance

Durchhaltevermögen

Meaning

Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success

Example

His perseverance helped him achieve his dreams.

Sein Durchhaltevermögen half ihm, seine Träume zu verwirklichen.

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 /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 /ˌprɒp.əˈɡæn.də/

Propaganda

propaganda; Gerüchte

Meaning

information spread to promote a particular political cause or point of view

Example

The government used propaganda to influence public opinion during the war.

Die Regierung nutzte Propaganda, um die öffentliche Meinung während des Krieges zu beeinflussen.

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 adjective /ˈpoʊ.lər/

polar

polar, bezogen auf die Pole

Meaning

relating to the North or South Pole; opposite in nature or character

Example

Penguins live in polar regions of the Earth.

Pinguine leben in den Polarregionen der Erde.

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 /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 adverb /ˈpjʊərli/

purely

ausschließlich

Meaning

only and completely; entirely

Example

The decision was purely based on economic factors.

Die Entscheidung basierte ausschließlich auf wirtschaftlichen Faktoren.

B2 noun /ˈpɑː.tɪ.klz/

particles

Teilchen

Meaning

Minute portions of matter.

Example

PM2.5 particles harm respiratory health.

PM2.5 Teilchen schädigen die Atemwege.

B2 noun /prəˈmoʊ.tər/

promoter

Förderer

Meaning

A person or organization that helps to organize or finance an event, business, or product launch.

Example

The promoter organized a concert for the new band.

Der Förderer organisierte ein Konzert für die neue Band.

B2 noun /ˈpesɪˌmɪzəm/

pessimism

Pessimismus

Meaning

A tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe the worst will happen.

Example

Her constant pessimism made it hard to stay optimistic.

Ihr ständiger Pessimismus machte es schwer, optimistisch zu bleiben.

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 verb, noun, adjective /prɑːmpt/

prompt

anregen / schnell

Meaning

To cause someone to take action; done without delay.

Example

His speech prompted the audience to ask questions.

Seine Rede brachte das Publikum dazu, Fragen zu stellen.

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 /ˈprɛdʒədɪst/

prejudiced

voreingenommen

Meaning

having or showing a dislike or bias against a person or group without proper reason

Example

He was prejudiced against people from other regions.

Er war voreingenommen gegenüber Menschen aus anderen Regionen.

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 adjective /prəˈfɪʃ.ənt/

proficient

kompetent

Meaning

Competent or skilled in doing or using something; having great knowledge or experience.

Example

She is highly proficient in multiple languages.

Sie ist äußerst kompetent in mehreren Sprachen.

B2 adjective /ˈpɛti/

petty

unbedeutend

Meaning

Of little importance or trivial; also describes a person overly concerned with small or unimportant matters.

Example

She often gets upset over the most petty things.

Sie regt sich oft über die unbedeutendsten Dinge auf.

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 noun /ˈprɛmɪs/

premise

Prämisse / Gebäude

Meaning

a statement or idea on which reasoning or an argument is based; also a building or property

Example

His argument was based on a false premise.

Sein Argument basierte auf einer falschen Prämisse.

B2 noun /feɪz/

Phase

Phase; eine deutliche Periode oder Stufe in einem Entwicklungsprozess

Meaning

Meaning

public attention or notice given to someone or something; advertising or promotion

Example

The movie received a lot of publicity before its release.

Der Film erhielt viel Publicity vor seiner Veröffentlichung.

B2 adjective /ˈprɒfɪtəbl/

profitable

rentabel

Meaning

yielding profit or financial gain

Example

The company has become highly profitable after the new strategy was implemented.

Das Unternehmen ist nach der Umsetzung der neuen Strategie hochgradig rentabel geworden.

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 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 noun /ˈprɪv.ə.lɪdʒ/

Privilege

Privileg

Meaning

a special right or advantage that only one person or group has

Example

It's a privilege to work with such talented people.

Es ist ein Privileg, mit so talentierten Menschen zu arbeiten.

B2 noun /ˌproʊɪˈbɪʃən/

prohibition

Verbot

Meaning

The act of forbidding something by law or authority.

Example

The government announced the prohibition of smoking in public places.

Die Regierung kündigte das Verbot des Rauchens an öffentlichen Orten an.

B2 adjective /ˈpleɪfəl/

playful

verspielt, lebendig

Meaning

full of fun and high spirits; lively

Example

The puppy was very playful, running around the garden.

Welpe war sehr verspielt, lief im Garten herum.

B2 verb /prɪˈskrʌɪb/

prescribe

verschreiben

Meaning

to recommend or authorize the use of something, especially medicine

Example

The doctor prescribed medication for my cold.

Der Arzt verschrieb mir Medikamente gegen meine Erkältung.

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 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 /prəˈseʃ.ən/

Procession

Prozession; Umzug;

Meaning

a group of people or vehicles moving forward in an organized way, especially as part of a ceremony

Example

The wedding procession walked slowly to the church.

Die Hochzeitsprozession ging langsam zur Kirche.

B2 adjective /fəˈnɒmɪnəl/

phenomenal

phänomenal

Meaning

extraordinary, remarkable, or exceptional in a way that is very impressive

Example

The team achieved phenomenal success in the tournament.

Das Team erzielte einen phänomenalen Erfolg im Turnier.

B2 adverb /pəˈlɪtɪkəli/

politically

politisch

Meaning

in a way that relates to politics or government

Example

The country is politically divided between two major parties.

Das Land ist politisch zwischen zwei großen Parteien geteilt.

B2 noun /ˈpɒlən/

pollen

Pollen

Meaning

fine powder produced by flowers, used in fertilization

Example

Bees collect pollen from flowers to make honey.

Bienen sammeln Pollen von Blumen, um Honig zu machen.

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.