C1 noun,verb /pleɪt/

plait

Zopf

Meaning

a braid of hair or straw; to braid

Example

She decided to plait her hair before the party.

Sie entschied sich, ihre Haare vor der Party zu flechten.

C2 noun /ˈpɒtˌbɔɪlə/

potboiler

Billigproduktion

Meaning

a book, play, or film produced quickly to make money rather than for artistic value

Example

The novel was dismissed by critics as a mere potboiler.

Der Roman wurde von Kritikern als bloße Billigproduktion abgetan.

C1 noun /prɪˈrɒɡətɪv/

prerogative

Vorrecht

Meaning

a special right or privilege exclusive to a particular person or group

Example

It is the manager’s prerogative to make the final decision.

Es ist das Vorrecht des Managers, die endgültige Entscheidung zu treffen.

C1 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.njənt/

poignant

berührend, ergreifend

Meaning

evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret; deeply touching

Example

The movie's ending was so poignant that many in the audience were moved to tears.

Das Ende des Films war so berührend, dass viele im Publikum zu Tränen gerührt waren.

C1 noun ˌprɒf.ɪ.təˈbɪl.ɪ.ti

profitability

rentabilität

Meaning

The degree to which a business or activity yields profit or financial gain.

Example

Increasing sales and reducing costs boosted profitability.

Die Steigerung des Verkaufs und die Senkung der Kosten erhöhten die Rentabilität.

C1 noun /ˈper.ɪ.wɪŋ.kəl/

Periwinkle

Immergrün

Meaning

a small trailing plant with violet-blue or white flowers

Example

Purple periwinkles covered the garden ground beautifully.

Lila Immergrün bedeckten wunderschön den Gartenboden.

C1 adjective /ˈpæl.ə.tə.bəl/

palatable

schmackhaft

Meaning

pleasant or acceptable to the taste, mind, or feelings

Example

The meal was simple but quite palatable.

Das Essen war einfach, aber ziemlich schmackhaft.

C2 noun /pɪˈlɑːf/

Pillaw

pilaw

Meaning

a dish of rice cooked in seasoned broth, often with meat and vegetables

Example

We enjoyed a delicious chicken pillaw for dinner.

Wir haben ein köstliches Hähnchenpilav zum Abendessen genossen.

C1 noun /ˈpɛnənt/

pennant

Wimpel

Meaning

A tapering flag used for signaling or as an emblem of victory or achievement.

Example

The team raised the championship pennant proudly.

Das Team hisste stolz den Wimpel der Meisterschaft.

A2 noun /ˈprɒd.ʌkt/

Product

Produkt

Meaning

something that is manufactured or produced; the result of a process

Example

The company launched a new product in the market.

Das Unternehmen hat ein neues Produkt auf den Markt gebracht.

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 /ˈpoʊ.ə.si/

poesy

dichtung

Meaning

poetry; the art or composition of poems

Example

The anthology was filled with romantic poesy.

Die Anthologie war voll romantischer Dichtung.

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 verb /ˈpɑːzɪt/

posit

postulieren

Meaning

To assume or suggest something as a fact or basis for reasoning.

Example

The scientist posited a new theory to explain the phenomenon.

Der Wissenschaftler posierte eine neue Theorie, um das Phänomen zu erklären.

C2 noun /ˈpɒlɪɡæmɪst/

polygamist

Polygamist

Meaning

a person who has more than one spouse at the same time

Example

The polygamist had three wives living in different houses.

Der Polygamist hatte drei Frauen, die in verschiedenen Häusern lebten.

C2 adjective /prəˈtuːbərənt/

protuberant

vorsprung oder aufgebläht

Meaning

Sticking out or bulging.

Example

His protuberant belly showed after the meal.

Sein aufgeblähter Bauch war nach dem Essen zu sehen.

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.

C1 verb /pərˈplɛks/

perplex

verwirren / verblüffen

Meaning

To confuse or puzzle someone.

Example

The complex instructions perplexed the students.

Die komplexen Anweisungen verwirrten die Studenten.

C1 adjective /prəˈvoʊkɪŋ/

Provoking

provokativ

Meaning

causing anger or strong reaction; irritating; stimulating

Example

His provoking comments made everyone angry.

Seine provozierenden Kommentare machten alle wütend.

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.

C2 noun /ˈplɛbɪsaɪt/

plebiscite

Volksabstimmung

Meaning

a direct vote by the electorate on an important public question

Example

The government held a plebiscite to decide on the new constitution.

Die Regierung hielt eine Volksabstimmung ab, um über die neue Verfassung zu entscheiden.

B1 noun /ˈpælɪs/

palace

palast

Meaning

a large and impressive building that is the official home of a king, queen, or other ruler

Example

The royal family lives in a magnificent palace.

Die königliche Familie lebt in einem prächtigen Palast.

C1 adjective /ˈpæl.ɪd/

Pallid

blass, besonders aufgrund schlechter Gesundheit; ohne Substanz oder Vitalität

Meaning

pale, especially because of poor health; lacking substance or vitality

Example

His pallid complexion showed signs of illness.

Seine blasse Gesichtsfarbe zeigte Anzeichen einer Krankheit.

C2 adjective /pəˈrɛmptəri/

peremptory

bestimmend

Meaning

Insisting on immediate attention or obedience, especially in a commanding way.

Example

The officer gave a peremptory order to evacuate the building.

Der Offizier gab einen bestimmenden Befehl, das Gebäude zu evakuieren.

B1 verb /prəˈpoʊz/

propose

vorschlagen

Meaning

to suggest an idea or plan for consideration; to ask someone to marry you

Example

I propose we take a short break.

Ich schlage vor, dass wir eine kurze Pause machen.

C2 adjective /ˈpjuːtətɪv/

putative

vermeint

Meaning

commonly accepted or supposed; generally regarded as such

Example

He is the putative father of the child.

Er ist der vermeintliche Vater des Kindes.

B2 verb /pʌmp/

pump

pumpen

Meaning

to force liquid or gas to move in a particular direction using a device

Example

They pumped water from the well into the tank.

Sie pumpten Wasser aus dem Brunnen in den Tank.

B1 noun /ˈpeɪstri/

pastry

gebäck

Meaning

a baked food product made from flour, fat, and water, often sweet or savory

Example

I bought a box of fresh pastries for breakfast.

Ich habe eine Schachtel frische Gebäck für das Frühstück gekauft.

C1 adjective /præɡˈmæt.ɪk/

pragmatic

pragmatisch

Meaning

Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than idealistic considerations.

Example

He took a pragmatic approach to solving the financial crisis.

Er nahm einen pragmatischen Ansatz zur Lösung der Finanzkrise.

C2 noun /prɪˈsɛntɪmənt/

presentiment

Vorahnung

Meaning

An intuitive feeling about the future, especially of something bad about to happen.

Example

He had a strong presentiment that the plan would fail.

Er hatte eine starke Vorahnung, dass der Plan scheitern würde.

C1 noun prɪˌsɪp.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən

precipitation

Niederschlag

Meaning

Rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to or condenses on the ground.

Example

Annual precipitation levels are decreasing.

Die jährlichen Niederschlagswerte nehmen ab.

B1 noun /ˈpɔːrʃən/

portion

Teil

Meaning

A part or share of something.

Example

She ate only a small portion of the meal.

Sie aß nur einen kleinen Teil des Essens.

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.

A2 adjective /ˈpɜːrfɪkt/

Perfect

perfekt; fehlerfrei; ausgezeichnet

Meaning

flawless; excellent; without fault

Example

She delivered a perfect performance on stage.

Sie lieferte eine perfekte Aufführung auf der Bühne.

B2 adjective /ˈprɛsɪŋ/

pressing

dringend

Meaning

Requiring immediate attention or urgent action.

Example

The manager had to deal with several pressing issues at once.

Der Manager musste gleichzeitig mehrere dringende Probleme lösen.

B2 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.zən.əs/

Poisonous

giftig; toxisch; tödlich

Meaning

containing poison; toxic; deadly

Example

The snake is highly poisonous and dangerous.

Die Schlange ist sehr giftig und gefährlich.

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.

C1 noun /ˈpær.ət biːk/

Parrot Beak

Papageien-Schnabel

Meaning

a climbing plant with curved red and orange flowers resembling a parrot's beak

Example

The parrot beak flower's unique curved shape makes it a fascinating addition to any garden.

Die Parrot-Beak-Blume hat eine einzigartige gebogene Form, die sie zu einer faszinierenden Ergänzung für jeden Garten macht.

C2 noun /ˈpɔːrfəri/

porphyry

ein hartes magmatisches Gestein

Meaning

A hard igneous rock containing crystals, often used for decorative or building purposes.

Example

The ancient Romans used porphyry to make columns and statues.

Die alten Römer verwendeten Porphyr, um Säulen und Statuen zu machen.

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.

B1 adverb /ˈfɪzɪkəli/

physically

körperlich

Meaning

in a physical manner; relating to the body

Example

She is physically strong and healthy.

Sie ist physisch stark und gesund.

C2 verb /prɒɡˈnɒstɪkeɪt/

prognosticate

vorhersagen

Meaning

To foretell or predict future events, especially based on current signs.

Example

Experts attempted to prognosticate the outcome of the election.

Experten versuchten, das Ergebnis der Wahl vorherzusagen.

C2 adjective /ˈpjʊəraɪl/

puerile

kindisch

Meaning

childishly silly or immature

Example

His puerile jokes annoyed the audience.

Seine kindischen Witze nervten das Publikum.

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 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.

C1 noun /prəʊˌkræs.tɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

procrastination

Prokrastination, Aufgaben aufschieben

Meaning

The act of delaying or postponing tasks or activities.

Example

Procrastination is the enemy of success.

Prokrastination ist der Feind des Erfolgs.

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 /prəˈpɔːʃən/

proportion

Anteil

Meaning

a part, share, or number considered in comparative relation to a whole

Example

The proportion of students passing the exam was high.

Der Anteil der Studenten, die die Prüfung bestanden haben, war hoch.

C2 noun /ˈpæsɪt/

Passet

Quark

Meaning

Fresh cheese curds; cottage cheese made from curdled milk

Example

The cook prepared fresh passet by curdling warm milk with lemon juice.

Der Koch bereitete frischen Quark zu, indem er warme Milch mit Zitronensaft geronnen ließ.

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.

C1 adjective /ˈplɒd.ɪŋ/

plodding

langsam und langweilig

Meaning

slow-moving and unexciting; showing steady effort

Example

The movie was entertaining but a bit plodding in the middle.

Der Film war unterhaltsam, aber etwas langsam und langweilig in der Mitte.

C2 adjective /prɪˈhɛnsɪbəl/

prehensible

fassbar

Meaning

capable of being grasped or seized

Example

The tool has a prehensible handle that improves safety.

Das Werkzeug hat einen fassbaren Griff, der die Sicherheit verbessert.

A2 verb /prɪˈpɛər/

prepare

vorbereiten

Meaning

to make ready; to get something ready for use

Example

She needs to prepare dinner for her family.

Sie muss das Abendessen für ihre Familie vorbereiten.

B1 adjective /ˈprɪn.sə.pəl/

Principal

haupt; primär; am wichtigsten; chef

Meaning

main; primary; most important; chief

Example

The principal reason for the meeting was to discuss the budget.

Der Hauptgrund für das Treffen war die Diskussion über das Budget.

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.

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.

C1 adjective /ˌpɛd.əˈɡɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

pedagogical

pädagogisch

Meaning

Relating to teaching and education; concerned with the methods and practice of teaching.

Example

The school adopted new pedagogical techniques to improve learning.

Die Schule hat neue pädagogische Techniken übernommen, um das Lernen zu verbessern.

C1 adjective ˌprɒb.ə.bɪˈlɪs.tɪk

probabilistic

auf Wahrscheinlichkeit basierend

Meaning

Based on probability; involving chance or statistical likelihood.

Example

The model follows a probabilistic approach to predictions.

Das Modell folgt einem probabilistischen Ansatz für Vorhersagen.

C1 adjective /ˈpɛnsɪv/

pensive

nachdenklich

Meaning

Engaged in deep or serious thought.

Example

She looked pensive as she stared out of the window.

Sie sah nachdenklich aus, als sie aus dem Fenster starrte.

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.

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.

C1 adjective /ˈprɛdəˌtɔri/

predatory

räuberisch/ausbeuterisch

Meaning

Relating to animals that prey on others; exploiting or victimizing others for personal gain.

Example

The predatory bird swooped down on its prey.

Der Raubvogel stürzte sich auf seine Beute.

C1 noun /prɪˈzʌmp.ʃən/

Presumption

Vermutung; Annahme;

Meaning

an idea that is taken to be true without proof

Example

There is a presumption of innocence in the legal system.

Im Rechtssystem gibt es eine Vermutung der Unschuld.

C1 noun /pɔl/

Pall

Tuch, das über einem Sarg ausgebreitet wird; ein dunkler Überzug, der eine düstere Atmosphäre schafft

Meaning

a cloth spread over a coffin; a dark covering that creates a gloomy atmosphere

Example

A pall of smoke hung over the burning building.

Ein Dunstmantel hing über dem brennenden Gebäude.

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.

A1 adjective /pʊr/

Poor

arm; von schlechter Qualität

Meaning

having little money; lacking resources; of low quality

Example

The poor family struggled to make ends meet.

Die arme Familie kämpfte, um über die Runden zu kommen.

C2 noun /fɪˈlɒl.ə.dʒɪst/

philologist

Philologe

Meaning

a person who studies languages and their history

Example

The philologist analyzed ancient texts to understand language evolution.

Der Philologe analysierte alte Texte, um die Sprachentwicklung zu verstehen.

B2 verb /piːp/

peep

linsen

Meaning

to look quickly or secretly; to make a short high sound

Example

The child tried to peep through the keyhole.

Das Kind versuchte, durch das Schlüsselloch zu schielen.

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.

C2 adjective /ˈpɪd.lɪŋ/

Piddling

unbedeutend; trivial; kleine Menge

Meaning

trivial; insignificant; small in amount

Example

He was annoyed by the piddling amount of money he received.

Er war verärgert über den unbedeutenden Geldbetrag, den er erhalten hatte.

C1 noun /ˈpɒpjʊlɪst/

populist

populistischer Führer

Meaning

A politician or person who seeks to appeal to ordinary people who feel their concerns are ignored by elites.

Example

The populist leader promised to put the needs of common citizens first.

Der populistische Führer versprach, die Bedürfnisse der einfachen Bürger an erste Stelle zu setzen.

C2 noun /prɔːŋ/

prong

Gabelzahn

Meaning

a projecting pointed part, such as one of the pointed ends of a fork

Example

The fork has four prongs.

Die Gabel hat vier Zähne.

C2 verb /poʊˈtɛnʃiˌeɪt/

potentiate

potenzieren

Meaning

To increase the power, effect, or likelihood of something.

Example

Caffeine can potentiate the effects of some medicines.

Koffein kann die Wirkung einiger Medikamente potentiieren.

C1 verb /prəˈlɪf.ə.reɪt/

proliferate

proliferieren

Meaning

To increase rapidly in numbers; to grow or spread quickly and extensively.

Example

Startups tend to proliferate in a thriving economy.

Startups neigen dazu, in einer florierenden Wirtschaft schnell zu proliferieren.

C1 noun prəˈkjʊrmənt

procurement

Beschaffung

Meaning

The action of obtaining or procuring something, especially for official purposes.

Example

The procurement of modern equipment has improved research accuracy.

Die Beschaffung moderner Ausrüstung hat die Genauigkeit der Forschung verbessert.

B1 noun pəˈfɔː.məns

performance

Leistung

Meaning

The action or process of carrying out or accomplishing an action, task, or function.

Example

Performance improvements boost confidence.

Leistungsverbesserungen steigern das Vertrauen.

C2 noun/verb /ˈpɪləri/

pillory

öffentliches Bestrafungsgerät

Meaning

a device for publicly punishing someone / to expose to public ridicule

Example

The corrupt official was placed in the pillory for the town to jeer at.

Der korrupte Beamte wurde in den Pillory gestellt, damit die Stadt ihn auslachen konnte.

C2 adjective /ˈpeɪli/

paly

gestreift

Meaning

striped with different colors, usually used in heraldry

Example

The knight’s shield was decorated with paly stripes of red and gold.

Das Schild des Ritters war mit gestreiften roten und goldenen Streifen verziert.

C1 verb /ˈpruːfˌriːd/

proofread

korrigieren

Meaning

to read written material and mark any errors

Example

She proofread the report before submission.

Sie korrigierte den Bericht vor der Einreichung.

C2 noun /pəˈveɪʒən/

pervasion

Durchdringung

Meaning

the act of spreading through or being present everywhere in something

Example

There was a pervasion of hope throughout the community.

Es gab eine Pervasion der Hoffnung in der ganzen Gemeinde.

C1 noun /prəˈpɛlənt/

propellant

Antriebsmittel

Meaning

A substance that drives or pushes something forward, especially fuel in rockets or engines.

Example

The rocket uses a liquid propellant to launch into space.

Die Rakete verwendet ein flüssiges Antriebsmittel, um in den Weltraum zu starten.

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.

B1 noun, verb /paʊnd/

pound

Pfund

Meaning

a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces or a unit of currency

Example

The price of the book is five pounds.

Der Preis des Buches beträgt fünf Pfund.

C1 noun /ˈpær.ə.saɪt/

Parasite

Parasit

Meaning

an organism that lives on or in another organism and benefits at its expense; a person who depends on others

Example

The dog was treated for intestinal parasites.

Der Hund wurde gegen Darmparasiten behandelt.

C1 adjective /ˈplaɪəbəl/

pliable

biegsam

Meaning

easily bent or flexible; adaptable

Example

The metal is pliable enough to be shaped into jewelry.

Das Metall ist ausreichend biegsam, um in Schmuck geformt zu werden.

C2 noun /ˈfærɪsiː/

pharisee

heuchlerische Person

Meaning

A member of an ancient Jewish sect; by extension, a self-righteous or hypocritical person.

Example

He acted like a pharisee, judging others while ignoring his own faults.

Er verhielt sich wie ein Pharisäer, indem er andere verurteilte, während er seine eigenen Fehler ignorierte.

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.

B1 adjective /ˈplʊrəl/

plural

Plural

Meaning

denoting more than one person or thing

Example

The word 'cats' is the plural of 'cat'.

Das Wort 'Katzen' ist der Plural von 'Katze'.

A2 noun /piːs/

peace

Frieden

Meaning

a state of tranquility or quiet, freedom from disturbance

Example

They hope for peace in the region.

Sie hoffen auf Frieden in der Region.

C1 adjective /prɪˈpɒstərəs/

preposterous

absurd, lächerlich

Meaning

completely ridiculous or absurd; contrary to reason or common sense

Example

The idea that pigs could fly is preposterous.

Die Idee, dass Schweine fliegen könnten, ist absurd.

C2 noun /pəˈræm.bjə.leɪ.tər/

Perambulator

Kinderwagen

Meaning

a four-wheeled carriage for a baby; baby stroller or pram

Example

She pushed the perambulator through the park while the baby slept peacefully.

Sie schob den Perambulator durch den Park, während das Baby friedlich schlief.

C2 noun /ˈpɜːrsənɪdʒ/

personage

wichtige Person

Meaning

an important or famous person

Example

He is considered a great personage in the world of literature.

Er wird in der Welt der Literatur als große Persönlichkeit angesehen.

C2 noun /ˈpɑr.bəl/

Parbal

spitzgurke

Meaning

A green vegetable also known as pointed gourd, commonly used in South Asian cuisine

Example

Mother prepared parbal curry with fish.

Mutter bereitete Curry mit spitzgurke und Fisch zu.

C1 verb /ˈpɒstʃʊleɪt/

postulate

postulieren

Meaning

to suggest or assume that something is true as the basis for reasoning or discussion

Example

Scientists postulate that life exists on other planets.

Wissenschaftler postulieren, dass Leben auf anderen Planeten existiert.

C2 adjective /ˈprɪɡɪʃ/

priggish

moralisch und selbstgerecht

Meaning

self-righteously moralistic and superior

Example

He came across as priggish when correcting everyone's manners.

Er wirkte moralisch und selbstgerecht, als er die Manieren aller korrigierte.

B2 adjective /prəˈɡrɛsɪv/

progressive

progressiv

Meaning

favoring or implementing new and modern ideas or policies; moving forward or improving

Example

She holds progressive views on social justice and equality.

Sie hat progressive Ansichten über soziale Gerechtigkeit und Gleichheit.

B1 verb /pɑːrˈtɪsɪpeɪt/

participate

teilnehmen

Meaning

to take part in or become involved in an activity

Example

Students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities.

Studenten werden ermutigt, an außerschulischen Aktivitäten teilzunehmen.

B1 noun, adjective /pəˈdɛstriən/

Pedestrian

Fußgänger

Meaning

a person walking on the street; also means dull or ordinary

Example

The pedestrian crossed the road at the crosswalk.

Der Fußgänger überquerte die Straße an der Fußgängerampel.

A2 noun, verb /pəʊst/

post

posten

Meaning

a job or position, or to send something by mail

Example

She posted a letter to her friend yesterday.

Sie hat gestern einen Brief an ihre Freundin gepostet.

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 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.

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.

A1 adjective /ˈprɪti/

Pretty

schön; hübsch; attraktiv

Meaning

attractive in a delicate way; fairly or moderately

Example

She wore a pretty dress to the party.

Sie trug ein schönes Kleid zur Party.

B1 verb /ˈpʌnɪʃ/

punish

bestrafen

Meaning

to give a penalty for wrongdoing; to discipline

Example

The teacher will punish students who cheat.

Der Lehrer wird Schüler bestrafen, die schummeln.

C1 verb pleɪɡd

plagued

geplagt

Meaning

Troubled or afflicted persistently by problems or difficulties.

Example

People are plagued by anxiety and depression.

Die Menschen sind von Angst und Depression geplagt.

A1 verb /pʊt/

put

legen

Meaning

to place something in a particular position; to move to a location

Example

Please put the book on the table.

Bitte legen Sie das Buch auf den Tisch.

C2 adjective /ˈpɛstɪlənt/

pestilent

pestilentiell

Meaning

Causing or tending to cause death or destruction; harmful or pernicious.

Example

The pestilent atmosphere of the swamp made people sick.

Die pestilente Atmosphäre des Sumpfes machte die Menschen krank.

A2 noun /ˈpɑːrkɪŋ/

parking

Parken

Meaning

the action or practice of leaving a vehicle in a particular place for a period of time

Example

There was no available parking near the restaurant.

Es gab keinen verfügbaren Parkplatz in der Nähe des Restaurants.

A2 noun ˈpræktɪs

practice

Übung

Meaning

The actual application or use of an idea, belief, or method; repeated exercise in or performance of an activity or skill.

Example

Daily practice improves fluency.

Tägliche Übung verbessert die Flüssigkeit.

B2 noun /ˌpɜːrsəˈnel/

personnel

Personal

Meaning

People employed in an organization or engaged in an organized undertaking such as military service.

Example

The company is hiring more personnel for its new branch.

Das Unternehmen stellt mehr Personal für seine neue Filiale ein.

C1 verb /ˈpoʊ.lə.raɪz/

polarize

polarisieren

Meaning

to divide or cause to divide into two sharply contrasting groups or sets of opinions or beliefs

Example

The controversial decision polarized public opinion.

Die umstrittene Entscheidung hat die öffentliche Meinung in zwei gegensätzliche Gruppen geteilt.

C1 noun /ˈpræɡmətɪst/

pragmatist

Pragmatiker

Meaning

A person who deals with things in a practical and realistic way.

Example

He is a true pragmatist who values results over ideals.

Er ist ein wahrer Pragmatiker, der Ergebnisse mehr schätzt als Ideale.

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.

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.

B1 noun /ˈpʊl.oʊ.vər/

Mohnsamen

Meaning

tiny round seeds from the poppy plant used as a spice or garnish in cooking

Example

Poppy seeds are sprinkled on top of breads and used in Bengali curries.

Mohnsamen werden auf Brot gestreut und in bengalischen Currys verwendet.