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C2 noun /ˈpʌlkrɪˌtjuːd/

pulchritude

Schönheit
Meaning
physical beauty
Example
The actress was admired for her pulchritude as well as her talent.
Die Schauspielerin wurde für ihre Schönheit und ihr Talent bewundert.
C1 noun, adjective /dɪˈrɪvətɪv/

derivative

abgeleitet
Meaning
Something that is based on another source; in math, a measure of how a function changes.
Example
The film was criticized for being too derivative of earlier works.
Der Film wurde kritisiert, weil er zu sehr von früheren Werken abgeleitet war.
C1 noun /rɪˈmɔːrs/

Remorse

Reue
Meaning
deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed; bitter regret for something done
Example
He felt deep remorse for his actions.
Er fühlte tiefes Bedauern für seine Taten.
B2 adjective /ˈmɛʒərd/

measured

gemessen
Meaning
carefully considered and deliberate
Example
She spoke in a calm, measured tone.
Sie sprach in einem ruhigen, gemessenen Ton.
A2 adjective /ˈdɪdʒ.ɪ.təl/

digital

digital
Meaning
Relating to, using, or storing data or information in the form of digital signals; involving or relating to the use of computer technology.
Example
The world is shifting towards a digital economy.
Die Welt bewegt sich hin zu einer digitalen Wirtschaft.
C1 noun /ˈtruː.ənt/

Truant

Schüler, der ohne Erlaubnis die Schule schwänzt; jemand, der seine Pflicht vermeidet
Meaning
a student who stays away from school without permission; a person who shirks duty
Example
The principal called the parents when their child was caught playing truant.
Der Direktor rief die Eltern an, als ihr Kind beim Schulschwänzen erwischt wurde.
C1 noun kəˈmjuːnɪti ˈsɜːrvɪs aɪˈdiːəlz

community service ideals

Ideale des Gemeindedienstes
Meaning
Principles and standards of serving the community for social good.
Example
Community service ideals must be taught in schools.
Gemeindedienst-Ideale müssen in den Schulen gelehrt werden.
B2 noun, verb /ræŋks/

ranks

Ränge
Meaning
Positions within a group, especially in a hierarchy or organization.
Example
He quickly moved up the ranks of the army.
Er stieg schnell in den Rängen der Armee auf.
C2 adjective /ˈmɔːrɪbʌnd/

Moribund

sterbenskrank; im Verfall oder Sterben
Meaning
near death; dying; in a state of decline or decay
Example
The moribund patient was in critical condition.
Der moribunde Patient war in kritischem Zustand.
A1 noun /ˈteɪbəl/

table

Tisch
Meaning
A piece of furniture with a flat top and legs, used for working at or placing items on.
Example
They placed the documents on the table.
Sie legten die Dokumente auf den Tisch.
B1 verb /əˈweɪk/

awake

aufwachen
Meaning
to stop sleeping; to become conscious or alert
Example
I awake every morning at six o'clock.
Ich wache jeden Morgen um sechs Uhr auf.
C2 noun /ˌtɜːsənˈtɛnəri/

tercentenary

terzentenarium
Meaning
The 300th anniversary of an event.
Example
The city celebrated its tercentenary with a grand festival.
Die Stadt feierte ihr Terzentenarium mit einem großen Festival.
C2 noun /məˈbɒkrəsi/

mobocracy

Herrschaft der Menge
Meaning
Rule or control by a mob or mass of people, often disorderly.
Example
The protest turned into mobocracy when the crowd started destroying property.
Der Protest verwandelte sich in Mobokratie, als die Menge begann, Eigentum zu zerstören.
B2 verb /ˈɔː.tə.meɪt/

automate

automatisieren
Meaning
To make a process or system operate automatically by means of machines or computers.
Example
Many companies automate their processes to save time.
Viele Unternehmen automatisieren ihre Prozesse, um Zeit zu sparen.
C1 noun /ˈblʌdˌbæθ/

bloodbath

Blutbad
Meaning
an event in which a lot of people are killed or injured, especially in a violent conflict
Example
The war turned into a bloody bloodbath.
Der Krieg verwandelte sich in ein blutiges Gemetzel.
A2 noun /kriːm/

Cream

Sahne
Meaning
the thick white or pale yellow fatty liquid that rises to the top of milk
Example
She whipped the cream until it became fluffy.
Sie schlug die Sahne, bis sie fluffig wurde.
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 /læp/

Lap

Schoß
Meaning
the flat area between the waist and knees of a seated person; one circuit of a track or course
Example
The cat curled up comfortably in her lap while she read her book.
Die Katze rollte sich bequem in ihrem Schoß zusammen, während sie ihr Buch las.
C1 noun /kæpˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/

Captivity

Gefangenschaft
Meaning
the condition of being imprisoned or confined
Example
After years of captivity, the prisoner was finally released.
Nach Jahren der Gefangenschaft wurde der Gefangene schließlich freigelassen.
C2 noun /ˌjuːnɪˈtɛəriən/

unitarian

unitarier
Meaning
A person who believes that God exists as one entity rather than as a Trinity; a member of a religious denomination that emphasizes individual freedom of belief.
Example
The Unitarian church is known for its inclusive and open-minded approach.
Die unitarische Kirche ist bekannt für ihren inklusiven und offenen Ansatz.
B1 noun /ɪˈlɛktrɪk ˈkɛtəl/

Electric Kettle

elektrischer Wasserkocher
Meaning
An electrical appliance that heats water quickly using electricity
Example
The electric kettle automatically turns off when the water starts boiling.
Der elektrische Wasserkocher schaltet sich automatisch ab, wenn das Wasser zu kochen beginnt.
A2 noun /ˈwʌndər/

wonder

Wunder
Meaning
a feeling of amazement and admiration, caused by something beautiful, remarkable, or unfamiliar
Example
The view from the mountain was a true wonder.
Der Blick vom Berg war ein wahres Wunder.
B2 adjective /ˈtʃuː.zi/

Choosey/Choosy

wählerisch; sehr selektiv; besonders in Bezug auf das, was einem gefällt oder akzeptiert wird
Meaning
very careful in choosing; selective; particular about what one likes or accepts
Example
He's very choosy about the restaurants where he eats.
Er ist sehr wählerisch bei den Restaurants, in denen er isst.
C1 noun /ˌdep.rɪˈveɪ.ʃən/

deprivation

Entbehrung, Mangel, Mangelerscheinung
Meaning
The damaging lack of material benefits considered to be basic necessities in a society.
Example
Sleep deprivation affects cognitive function.
Schlafentzug beeinflusst die kognitive Funktion.
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.
C1 verb /siːð/

seethe

vor Wut brodeln
Meaning
To be filled with intense but unexpressed anger or agitation.
Example
She was seething with anger after the unfair decision.
Sie brodelte vor Wut nach der ungerechten Entscheidung.
C1 verb /ˈdiːmɑːrˌkeɪt/

demarcate

abgrenzen
Meaning
to set the boundaries or limits of something
Example
The land was demarcated with fences to avoid disputes.
Das Land wurde mit Zäunen abgegrenzt, um Streitigkeiten zu vermeiden.
C1 adjective /juːˈbɪkwɪtəs/

ubiquitous

allgegenwärtig
Meaning
Existing or being everywhere at the same time.
Example
Social media has become ubiquitous among young people.
Soziale Medien sind unter jungen Leuten allgegenwärtig geworden.
B1 noun /ˈprəʊ.tiːnz/

proteins

Proteine
Meaning
Large biomolecules consisting of amino acids that perform essential functions in living organisms, including building and repairing tissues.
Example
Lean meats and legumes provide high-quality proteins.
Mageres Fleisch und Hülsenfrüchte liefern hochwertige Proteine.
A1 interjection /həˈloʊ/

hello

hallo
Meaning
a greeting or expression used when meeting someone or starting a conversation
Example
She answered the phone with a cheerful hello.
Sie nahm das Telefon ab und sagte fröhlich hallo.
B2 noun /ˌsuːvəˈnɪər/

Souvenir

Andenken
Meaning
a thing that is kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event; a memento
Example
I bought a small souvenir from the gift shop.
Ich habe ein kleines Souvenir im Geschenkeladen gekauft.
C2 noun /ˈɛdi/

eddy

strudel
Meaning
A circular movement of water, air, or smoke, counter to the main current, causing a small whirlpool or turbulence.
Example
The canoe was caught in an eddy near the rocks.
Das Kanu wurde in einem Strudel in der Nähe der Felsen gefangen.
B2 noun /fluːt/

Flute

flöte
Meaning
a musical wind instrument with holes along its length that is played by blowing across a hole at one end
Example
He played a sweet melody on his flute.
Er spielte eine süße Melodie auf seiner Flöte.
C1 noun /ˌjuːnɪˈfɔːrməti/

Uniformity

Uniformität; Konsistenz; Gleichheit
Meaning
the quality of being uniform; consistency or sameness
Example
The uniformity of the design created a pleasing visual effect.
Die Uniformität des Designs erzeugte einen ansprechenden visuellen Effekt.
B2 noun /rɪˈmeɪnz/

remains

reste
Meaning
the parts, pieces, or substances that are left after the rest has been used or removed
Example
The remains of the meal were left on the table.
Die Reste des Essens wurden auf dem Tisch gelassen.
C2 noun /əˈmʊr/

amour

geheime Liebe
Meaning
A secret or illicit love affair.
Example
The novel tells the story of a forbidden amour between two characters.
Der Roman erzählt die Geschichte einer verbotenen Amour zwischen zwei Charakteren.
B1 noun dɪˈfens

defense

Verteidigung
Meaning
The action of defending from or resisting attack; protection from harm or danger.
Example
Defense was one of the central subjects.
Verteidigung war eines der zentralen Themen.
C1 adjective /ˈpeɪnzˌteɪkɪŋ/

painstaking

mit großer Sorgfalt
Meaning
Done with great care and thoroughness.
Example
The artist completed the project with painstaking detail.
Der Künstler hat das Projekt mit großer Sorgfalt abgeschlossen.
A2 noun /ræt/

Rat

ratte
Meaning
a large long-tailed rodent that is typically considered a pest
Example
The rat scurried across the kitchen floor.
Die Ratte lief über den Küchenboden.
B1 noun /ˈleɪ.bər/

Labour

körperliche oder geistige Arbeit
Meaning
work involving physical or mental effort; workers as a group
Example
The construction required months of hard labour to complete.
Der Bau erforderte Monate harter Arbeit, um abgeschlossen zu werden.
C2 noun /ˈkjʊriˌoʊ/

curio

seltsames Objekt
Meaning
a small unusual or interesting object, often collected for its rarity
Example
She bought a curio from the antique shop.
Sie kaufte ein seltsames Objekt im Antiquitätengeschäft.
B2 noun ɪˌlɪm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən

elimination

eliminierung
Meaning
The complete removal or destruction of something.
Example
The elimination of emissions is a priority.
Die Eliminierung von Emissionen hat Priorität.
C1 verb /rɪˈbʌt/

rebut

widerlegen
Meaning
to argue against or prove wrong; to refute
Example
The lawyer rebutted the false accusations with strong evidence.
Der Anwalt widerlegte die falschen Anschuldigungen mit starken Beweisen.
B1 noun /vaɪəˈlɪn/

Violin

Geige
Meaning
a musical instrument with four strings that is played with a bow
Example
She plays the violin beautifully in the orchestra.
Sie spielt wunderschön Geige im Orchester.
A1 adjective strɒŋ

strong

stark
Meaning
Having the power to move heavy weights or perform other physically demanding tasks.
Example
A strong defense secures victory.
Eine starke Verteidigung sichert den Sieg.
C2 noun /ˈspɒt.ɪd sneɪk hed/

Spotted snake head

Schlangenkopffisch
Meaning
a type of freshwater fish with spotted markings and an elongated head resembling a snake
Example
The spotted snake head is a popular fish for aquaculture in South Asia.
Der Schlangenkopffisch ist in Südasien ein beliebter Fisch für die Aquakultur.
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 verb /slæp/

slap

ohrfeigen
Meaning
to hit someone quickly with the flat part of the hand; to strike sharply
Example
She was so angry that she slapped him across the face.
Sie war so wütend, dass sie ihm ins Gesicht schlug.
C1 adverb /ˌɪn.ədˈvɜːr.tənt.li/

Inadvertently

unbeabsichtigt; versehentlich; aus Versehen
Meaning
without being aware of what you are doing; unintentionally; by mistake
Example
She inadvertently deleted the important file while cleaning her computer.
Sie hat versehentlich die wichtige Datei gelöscht, während sie ihren Computer gereinigt hat.
B1 noun ˈem.fə.sɪs

emphasis

Betonung
Meaning
Special importance, value, or prominence given to something; stress laid on a particular point or aspect.
Example
The speaker placed emphasis on sustainable development.
Der Sprecher legte Betonung auf nachhaltige Entwicklung.
A2 adjective ˈfɪz.ɪ.kəl

physical

physikalisch
Meaning
Relating to things perceived through the senses as opposed to the mind; tangible or concrete.
Example
Physical components form the system's base.
Physische Komponenten bilden die Grundlage des Systems.
C2 noun /juːˌtɪlɪˈtɛəriənɪzəm/

utilitarianism

Utilitarismus
Meaning
The ethical theory that actions are right if they are useful or for the benefit of the majority.
Example
Utilitarianism suggests that we should act to maximize overall happiness.
Der Utilitarismus schlägt vor, dass wir handeln sollten, um das allgemeine Glück zu maximieren.
C2 verb /beɪst/

baste

geschmolzenes Fett, Saft oder Flüssigkeit während des Kochens über das Fleisch gießen oder bestreichen, um es feucht zu halten
Meaning
to pour or brush melted fat, juices, or liquid over meat during cooking to keep it moist
Example
She basted the turkey every 30 minutes to keep it juicy.
Sie bastete den Truthahn alle 30 Minuten, um ihn saftig zu halten.
C1 noun /ˈkwæɡˌmaɪər/

quagmire

Sumpf, Verstrickung
Meaning
a soft, wet area of land that gives way underfoot; a complex or dangerous situation
Example
The hikers were trapped in a political quagmire.
Die Wanderer waren in einem politischen Sumpf gefangen.
A2 pronoun /huːˈɛvər/

whoever

wer auch immer
Meaning
any person who; no matter who
Example
Whoever wants to join the trip must register today.
Wer auch immer an der Reise teilnehmen möchte, muss sich heute anmelden.
C2 noun /ˌprɪnsɪˈpæləti/

principality

Fürstentum
Meaning
a state ruled by a prince
Example
Monaco is a famous principality in Europe.
Monaco ist ein berühmtes Fürstentum in Europa.
A2 verb /əˈreɪndʒ/

arrange

anordnen
Meaning
to organize or put in order; to plan or prepare
Example
She arranged the flowers in a vase.
Sie ordnete die Blumen in einer Vase an.
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.
A2 adjective /ˈflaɪɪŋ/

flying

fliegend
Meaning
able to move through the air; related to flight or aircraft
Example
The flying bird disappeared into the clouds.
Der fliegende Vogel verschwand in den Wolken.
C1 noun /ˈrɛz.ə.nəns/

resonance

Resonanz
Meaning
A deep, reverberating sound or a quality of evoking response.
Example
His speech had a deep resonance with the audience.
Seine Rede hatte eine tiefe Resonanz beim Publikum.
A1 noun/adjective /əˈmerɪkən/

american

amerikanisch
Meaning
relating to the United States or its people
Example
She is an American citizen.
Sie ist eine amerikanische Bürgerin.
A2 noun /hɛlθ/

health

Gesundheit
Meaning
The state of being free from illness or injury.
Example
Exercise is important for good health.
Übung ist wichtig für eine gute Gesundheit.
C2 noun /ˈdʒɪŋɡoʊ/

jingo

kriegerischer Nationalist
Meaning
a person who strongly supports warlike or aggressive foreign policy; an extreme nationalist
Example
The leader was criticized as a reckless jingo.
Der Führer wurde als rücksichtslose Jingo kritisiert.
C2 adjective /ˈdʒes.tɪŋ/

Jesting

scherzhaft
Meaning
joking or teasing in a playful manner
Example
He was only jesting when he said he would quit his job.
Er scherzte nur, als er sagte, er würde seinen Job kündigen.
C2 noun vəˈlɪʃən

volition

Wille
Meaning
The faculty or power of using one's will; the power of choosing or determining.
Example
She left the job of her own volition.
Sie verließ den Job aus eigener Volition.
A2 noun /ˈtʃaɪldhʊd/

childhood

Kindheit
Meaning
the period of being a child
Example
She spent her childhood in a small village.
Sie verbrachte ihre Kindheit in einem kleinen Dorf.
C1 noun /ˈhiːdənɪst/

hedonist

Hedonist
Meaning
A person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important thing in life.
Example
She was called a hedonist because she always prioritized enjoyment over duty.
Sie wurde als Hedonist bezeichnet, weil sie immer das Vergnügen über die Pflicht stellte.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈθrɔː.lɪŋ/

enthralling

fesselnd
Meaning
Captivating and holding one's attention completely; fascinating.
Example
The movie was enthralling, keeping the audience engaged till the end.
Der Film war fesselnd, er hielt das Publikum bis zum Ende gefesselt.
B2 noun /ˈmeɪn.tən.əns/

maintenance

Wartung
Meaning
The process of keeping something in proper working condition; upkeep.
Example
Regular maintenance increases the lifespan of machines.
Regelmaessige Wartung erhoeht die Lebensdauer von Maschinen.
B2 noun /ɑːks/

Ox

Ochse
Meaning
a large strong animal used for pulling heavy loads or plowing fields
Example
The farmer used an ox to plow the field.
Der Bauer benutzte einen Ochsen, um das Feld zu pflügen.
C1 verb /ʃʌnt/

shunt

umfahren
Meaning
to move or turn aside; to push or divert from one track to another
Example
The train was shunted onto a different track.
Der Zug wurde auf ein anderes Gleis umgeleitet.
C1 adjective /ˈspel.baʊnd/

Spellbound

verzaubert; gebannt
Meaning
completely fascinated and unable to move or think about anything else; enchanted
Example
The children sat spellbound as the magician performed his tricks.
Die Kinder saßen verzaubert, während der Zauberer seine Tricks vorführte.
C1 noun /tiˈɑː.rə/

Tiara

Tiara
Meaning
a jeweled ornamental crown worn on formal occasions
Example
The princess wore a sparkling diamond tiara at the royal ball.
Die Prinzessin trug eine funkelnde Diamant-Tiara beim königlichen Ball.
B2 noun /ˈlaɪnˌʌp/

lineup

Aufstellung
Meaning
a group of people or things arranged in a sequence
Example
The event featured a star-studded lineup of musicians.
Die Veranstaltung präsentierte eine mit Stars besetzte Aufstellung von Musikern.
B1 noun /ˈmɪs.tər.i/

Mystery

rätsel; unerklärliche Sache
Meaning
something that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain
Example
The disappearance of the plane remains a mystery.
Das Verschwinden des Flugzeugs bleibt ein Geheimnis.
C2 noun /traɪst/

tryst

geheimes Treffen
Meaning
a private romantic meeting between lovers
Example
They arranged a secret tryst in the park.
Sie haben ein geheimes Treffen im Park arrangiert.
B2 adjective /ˈvɛriənt/

Variant

Variante; alternative Version
Meaning
differing in form, details, or in some other respect; alternative
Example
There are several variant spellings of this word.
Es gibt mehrere Varianten dieses Wortes.
C1 verb /ˈʌndərkʌt/

undercut

Preis senken, schwächen
Meaning
to sell at a lower price than a competitor; to weaken or undermine something
Example
The company tried to undercut its rivals by offering lower prices.
Das Unternehmen versuchte, seine Konkurrenten zu undercutten, indem es niedrigere Preise anbot.
C1 noun /ˈtæbloʊ/

tableau

Tableau
Meaning
a striking or artistic scene or arrangement of people or objects, often presented on stage or in art
Example
The actors froze in a tableau that captured the final moment of the play.
Die Schauspieler erstarrten in einem Tableau, das den letzten Moment des Stücks einfing.
B2 adjective /ˌdʒiːəˈɡræfɪkəl/

geographical

geografisch
Meaning
relating to geography; connected with the physical features, location, or characteristics of the Earth or a particular area
Example
The country’s geographical position makes it an important trading hub.
Die geografische Lage des Landes macht es zu einem wichtigen Handelszentrum.
C1 adjective /ˈtækt.ləs/

tactless

taktlos
Meaning
showing a lack of sensitivity in dealing with others
Example
His tactless remark embarrassed everyone at the meeting.
Seine taktlose Bemerkung hat alle im Treffen in Verlegenheit gebracht.
C1 adjective kəʊˈhiː.sɪv

cohesive

kohäsiv
Meaning
Characterized by or causing cohesion; forming a united whole.
Example
The team displayed a cohesive strategy.
Das Team zeigte eine kohäsive Strategie.
A2 noun /ˈriː.zənz/

reasons

Gründe
Meaning
Causes, explanations, or justifications for an action or event.
Example
Reasons for pollution need addressing urgently.
Die Gründe für die Verschmutzung müssen dringend angegangen werden.
B1 noun /ˈpɑː.vər.t̬i/

Poverty

Armut; Mangel an grundlegenden Bedürfnissen
Meaning
the state of being extremely poor; lack of basic necessities
Example
Many organizations work to reduce poverty around the world.
Viele Organisationen arbeiten daran, die Armut weltweit zu verringern.
C2 verb /ˌsuːpərˈhiːt/

superheat

überhitzen
Meaning
to heat a substance beyond its normal boiling point without it becoming vapor
Example
Engineers superheat the steam to increase the efficiency of the turbine.
Ingenieure überhitzen den Dampf, um die Effizienz der Turbine zu steigern.
C2 noun /ˈhjuːməs/

humus

Humus
Meaning
The dark, organic material in soil formed from decayed plants and animals.
Example
The gardener enriched the soil with humus to improve plant growth.
Der Gärtner bereicherte den Boden mit Humus, um das Pflanzenwachstum zu fördern.
C1 noun /ˈspiːʃiː/

specie

Münzen
Meaning
money in the form of coins rather than notes or credit
Example
The transaction was made in specie.
Die Transaktion wurde mit Münzen durchgeführt.
B1 noun /ɪnˈtɛnʃən/

intention

Absicht
Meaning
A plan, aim, or purpose behind an action.
Example
Her intention was to finish the project before the deadline.
Ihre Absicht war es, das Projekt vor der Frist abzuschließen.
C1 noun /ɪnˈdɪf.ər.əns/

Indifference

indifferenz; gleichgültigkeit; apathie
Meaning
lack of interest, concern, or sympathy; the state of not caring about something
Example
His indifference to his studies resulted in poor grades throughout the semester.
Seine Indifferenz gegenüber seinen Studien führte zu schlechten Noten im gesamten Semester.
C1 adjective ˌæd.vɚˈser.i.əl

adversarial

adversarial
Meaning
Involving or characterized by conflict or opposition.
Example
The two companies have an adversarial relationship in the market.
Die beiden Unternehmen haben eine feindliche Beziehung auf dem Markt.
B1 adverb /ˈtʃɪəfəli/

cheerfully

fröhlich
Meaning
in a happy and positive manner; with visible good spirits
Example
She greeted everyone cheerfully despite the long day.
Sie begrüßte alle fröhlich trotz des langen Tages.
C1 noun ˌlɪb.ər.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

liberalization

Liberalisierung
Meaning
The removal or loosening of restrictions on something, typically an economic or political system.
Example
The liberalization of trade policies attracted foreign investments.
Die Liberalisierung der Handelspolitik zog ausländische Investitionen an.
B2 noun /ˈlʊkɪŋ ɡlæs/

Looking glass

Spiegel
Meaning
a mirror; a piece of glass that reflects images
Example
She looked at herself in the looking glass.
Sie sah sich im Spiegel an.
B1 noun /træp/

Trap

falle
Meaning
a device or enclosure designed to catch and retain animals, or a situation from which it is difficult to escape
Example
The mouse was caught in the trap overnight.
Die Maus wurde über Nacht in der Falle gefangen.
C1 noun /kənˈveɪəns/

conveyance

Transport
Meaning
The action or process of transporting or carrying someone or something from one place to another.
Example
The conveyance of goods was delayed due to bad weather.
Der Transport von Waren wurde aufgrund schlechten Wetters verzögert.
C2 adjective /ˈkælkjʊləbl/

calculable

berechenbar
Meaning
Capable of being calculated, estimated, or measured.
Example
The risk involved in the project is calculable.
Das Risiko im Projekt ist berechenbar.
C2 adjective /ˈpaɪbɔːld/

piebald

mit zwei Farben gescheckt
Meaning
having irregular patches of two colors, especially black and white
Example
The farmer owns a piebald horse with black and white spots.
Der Bauer hat ein piebald Pferd mit schwarzen und weißen Flecken.
B2 noun /ˈækni/

acne

Akne
Meaning
a skin condition in which pores become inflamed and clogged, causing pimples and spots
Example
Regular cleansing and a balanced diet can help reduce acne.
Regelmäßige Reinigung und eine ausgewogene Ernährung können helfen, Akne zu reduzieren.
C1 adjective /stiːpt/

steeped

durchtränkt
Meaning
Completely surrounded by or filled with a particular quality, influence, or experience.
Example
The town is steeped in history and tradition.
Die Stadt ist durchtränkt von Geschichte und Tradition.
C2 noun /ˈɔːldər/

alder

Erlenbaum
Meaning
A type of tree from the birch family that typically grows in wet ground and has simple, serrated leaves.
Example
The alder trees grew thick along the riverbank.
Die Erlenbäume wuchsen dicht am Ufer des Flusses.
C2 adjective /dɪˈrɒɡətɪv/

derogative

abwertend
Meaning
Expressing a low opinion or showing lack of respect.
Example
He made a derogative remark about her work.
Er machte eine abwertende Bemerkung über ihre Arbeit.
A1 number /ˈfɔːrti/

forty

Glück
Meaning
the number 40; ten times four
Example
She celebrated her forty years of life with a big party.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B2 noun /ˈsɪɡ.nə.tʃər/

Signature

Unterschrift
Meaning
a person's name written in their own handwriting as identification or authorization
Example
Please put your signature at the bottom of the document.
Bitte setzen Sie Ihre Unterschrift am Ende des Dokuments.
B2 noun /ˌsɛkʃuˈæləti/

sexuality

Sexualität
Meaning
a person's capacity for sexual feelings and orientation
Example
She spoke openly about her sexuality and identity.
Sie sprach offen über ihre Sexualität und Identität.
C2 adjective /ʌnˈtɛmpərd/

untempered

unbeherrscht
Meaning
not moderated or softened; lacking proper balance or control
Example
The untempered anger of the crowd caused chaos.
Die unbeherrschte Wut der Menge verursachte Chaos.
C2 adjective /ˌmædʒɪˈstɪəriəl/

magisterial

magisteriell
Meaning
Having the characteristics of a master or authority; commanding and dignified.
Example
The professor spoke in a magisterial tone during the lecture.
Der Professor sprach während des Vortrags in einem magisteriellen Ton.
B2 adjective /ˈstæt.ɪk/

static

statisch
Meaning
Lacking in movement, action, or change; stationary.
Example
Static ideas hinder progress.
Statische Ideen behindern den Fortschritt.
B2 noun /ˌhɑː.spɪˈtæl.ə.ti/

Hospitality

gastfreundschaft
Meaning
the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests or strangers
Example
The hotel staff's exceptional hospitality made our vacation truly memorable and enjoyable.
Die außergewöhnliche Gastfreundschaft des Hotelpersonals machte unseren Urlaub wirklich unvergesslich und angenehm.
B2 adjective /ˈfɜːr.taɪl/

Fertile

fruchtbar
Meaning
capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops; able to conceive children
Example
The fertile soil in this region makes it perfect for growing vegetables.
Der fruchtbare Boden in dieser Region macht ihn ideal für den Anbau von Gemüse.
B2 noun /rɪb/

Rib

Rippe
Meaning
one of the curved bones that protect the chest and lungs
Example
He broke his rib in the accident.
Er brach sich eine Rippe im Unfall.
C2 adjective /ˈfrɪski/

Frisky

lebendig; energisch; verspielt; schelmisch
Meaning
lively; energetic; playful; mischievous
Example
The frisky puppy ran around the garden playfully.
Der fröhliche Welpe rannte verspielt durch den Garten.
B2 noun /ˈmeɪnstriːm/

mainstream

Mainstream
Meaning
the ideas, attitudes, or activities that are regarded as normal or conventional; the dominant trend in opinion or fashion
Example
Social media has become a mainstream source of news for many people.
Soziale Medien sind für viele Menschen zur Mainstream-Nachrichtenquelle geworden.
C1 noun /ˈroʊdənt/

rodent

Nagetier
Meaning
a small mammal such as a mouse, rat, or squirrel, characterized by constantly growing incisors
Example
The farmer set traps to catch the rodents in his barn.
Der Bauer stellte Fallen auf, um die Nagetiere in seiner Scheune zu fangen.
B1 verb ˈɪndɪkeɪts

indicates

zeigt an
Meaning
Point out; show; be a sign or symptom of; suggest as a desirable or necessary course of action.
Example
The rising trend indicates an urgent need for action.
Der steigende Trend zeigt einen dringenden Handlungsbedarf an.
C2 adjective /ˌsuːpərˈæn.ju.eɪ.tɪd/

superannuated

veraltet
Meaning
old and no longer useful or valid; retired due to age
Example
The factory was filled with superannuated machines that slowed production.
Die Fabrik war mit veralteten Maschinen gefüllt, die die Produktion verlangsamten.
B2 noun /ˈtreɪ.tər/

Traitor

Verräter
Meaning
a person who betrays someone or something, such as a friend, cause, or principle
Example
The spy was branded a traitor to his country after being caught.
Der Spion wurde als Verräter seines Landes gebrandmarkt, nachdem er gefangen genommen wurde.
A1 adverb /ˈkwɪk.li/

Quickly

schnell; rasch; zügig
Meaning
at a fast speed; with little delay; rapidly
Example
He quickly finished his homework.
Er hat seine Hausaufgaben schnell beendet.
B2 noun /ˈwel.feər/

Welfare

Wohlergehen; Wohlstand; Gesundheit
Meaning
the health, happiness, and fortunes of a person or group; care and support
Example
The government is responsible for the welfare of its citizens.
Die Regierung ist für das Wohlergehen ihrer Bürger verantwortlich.
B2 adjective /væst/

Vast

riesig; weit; umfangreich
Meaning
extremely large in size, amount, or extent; immense
Example
The vast ocean stretched endlessly to the horizon.
Der weite Ozean dehnte sich bis zum Horizont aus.
B2 noun /ˈsæksəfoʊn/

Saxophone

Saxophon
Meaning
a wind musical instrument with a curved metal body and a single reed mouthpiece
Example
The jazz musician played a beautiful solo on his saxophone.
Der Jazzmusiker spielte ein wunderschönes Solo auf seinem Saxophon.
C1 noun /ɪkˈspoʊnənt/

exponent

Exponent
Meaning
a person who supports, promotes, or explains an idea; in math, a symbol denoting power
Example
She is a leading exponent of modern dance.
Sie ist eine führende Exponentin des modernen Tanzes.