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C1 adjective /ˈkwɑː.rəl.səm/

Quarrelsome

streitsüchtig; streitbar; konfliktbeladen
Meaning
given to arguing and fighting; argumentative and confrontational
Example
His quarrelsome nature makes it difficult to work with him.
Sein streitsüchtiger Charakter macht es schwierig, mit ihm zu arbeiten.
C2 verb /ˌæntɪˈsiːd/

antecede

vorangehen
Meaning
to come before in time or order
Example
A short introduction usually antecedes the main text.
Eine kurze Einführung geht normalerweise dem Haupttext voraus.
B2 noun ˈmɒnjʊmənt

monument

denkmal
Meaning
A statue, building, or other structure erected to commemorate a notable person or event.
Example
A monument should honor his contributions.
Ein Denkmal sollte seine Beiträge ehren.
B1 adjective /ˈfæʃənəbəl/

fashionable

modisch
Meaning
Following the latest styles or trends in clothing, behavior, or ideas
Example
She always wears fashionable clothes to every party.
Sie trägt auf jeder Party immer modische Kleidung.
B1 noun ˈkɒnsept

concept

Konzept
Meaning
An abstract idea or general notion
Example
The concept of chasing two rabbits teaches focus.
Das Konzept, zwei Hasen zu jagen, lehrt Fokus.
B2 noun /dɪˈpreʃ.ən/

Depression

Depression
Meaning
a mental health condition characterized by persistent sadness; a severe economic downturn
Example
The therapist helped her cope with depression through cognitive behavioral therapy.
Der Therapeut half ihr, mit der Depression durch kognitive Verhaltenstherapie umzugehen.
C2 noun /pəˈlɛmɪks/

polemics

Polemik
Meaning
the art or practice of engaging in controversial debate or dispute
Example
The conference was full of polemics on economic reforms.
Die Konferenz war voller Polemiken über wirtschaftliche Reformen.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈsʌf.ər.ə.bəl/

insufferable

unerträglich
Meaning
Too extreme to bear; intolerable.
Example
The heat during the summer was insufferable.
Die Hitze im Sommer war unerträglich.
A2 verb /fɪks/

fix

reparieren
Meaning
To repair or make something work again.
Example
The mechanic fixed the broken car.
Der Mechaniker hat das kaputte Auto repariert.
B1 noun /ˈsʌn.flaʊər/

Sun flower

Sonnenblume
Meaning
a large yellow flower that turns to face the sun
Example
The sunflower field looked amazing in the bright sunlight.
Das Sonnenblumenfeld sah im hellen Sonnenlicht erstaunlich aus.
B2 verb /ʃrɪŋk/

shrink

schrumpfen
Meaning
to become smaller in size; to draw back in fear
Example
The sweater shrank after washing in hot water.
Der Pullover schrumpfte nach dem Waschen in heißem Wasser.
C1 noun /səˈlɪləkwi/

soliloquy

Soliloquium
Meaning
a speech in which a character talks to themselves, often used in drama to reveal inner thoughts
Example
Hamlet's soliloquy is one of the most famous passages in Shakespearean drama.
Hamlets Soliloquium ist eine der bekanntesten Passagen im Shakespeare-Drama.
B2 verb /ˈɪl.ə.streɪt/

illustrate

veranschaulichen
Meaning
to explain or make something clear by using examples, pictures, or comparisons
Example
The teacher used diagrams to illustrate the concept.
Der Lehrer hat Diagramme verwendet, um das Konzept zu veranschaulichen.
C2 noun /ænˈtɪpəθi/

antipathy

Antipathie
Meaning
a deep-seated feeling of dislike or aversion toward something or someone
Example
There was a mutual antipathy between the two rival companies.
Es gab eine gegenseitige Antipathie zwischen den beiden konkurrierenden Unternehmen.
B2 adjective /ˈdæmɪdʒɪŋ/

damaging

schädigend
Meaning
causing harm or injury
Example
The storm caused damaging effects to the crops.
Der Sturm verursachte schädigende Auswirkungen auf die Ernte.
C2 noun /ˈæk.rɪ.moʊ.ni/

acrimony

Bitterkeit
Meaning
Bitterness and anger, especially in speech or behavior.
Example
The divorce was filled with acrimony and disputes.
Die Scheidung war von Bitterkeit und Auseinandersetzungen geprägt.
C1 adjective /əbˈsɛsɪv/

obsessive

obsessiv
Meaning
Relating to or characterized by an obsession; thinking about something too much.
Example
He has an obsessive interest in cleanliness.
Er hat ein obsessives Interesse an Sauberkeit.
B2 adverb /əˈlɛdʒɪdli/

allegedly

angeblich
Meaning
used to say that something is claimed to be true, though not proven
Example
He was allegedly involved in the robbery.
Er war angeblich in den Raub verwickelt.
C2 noun /tʃɜːrl/

churl

Rüpel
Meaning
A rude, boorish, or ill-mannered person.
Example
The waiter was such a churl that customers left unhappy.
Der Kellner war so ein Rüpel, dass die Gäste unzufrieden waren.
B1 noun /peɪs/

pace

tempo
Meaning
the speed at which something happens or is done
Example
She walked at a slow pace.
Sie ging in langsamem Tempo.
A1 noun /snoʊ/

Snow

Glück
Meaning
white frozen water that falls from clouds as soft flakes
Example
The children played happily in the fresh snow.
Die Kinder spielten fröhlich im frischen Schnee.
C2 adjective /ˈvɪrəl/

virile

viril
Meaning
having traditionally masculine qualities, such as strength, energy, and sexual vigor
Example
The actor was admired for his virile appearance.
Der Schauspieler wurde für sein viriles Aussehen bewundert.
C2 verb /ˈæd.ʌm.breɪt/

adumbrate

vorhersagen
Meaning
to foreshadow or suggest something in an unclear or indirect way
Example
The report adumbrates future economic challenges.
Der Bericht sagt zukünftige wirtschaftliche Herausforderungen voraus.
B2 noun /ˈraɪət/

Riot

Unruhen; Aufstand
Meaning
a violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd; an uncontrolled outburst
Example
The peaceful protest turned into a riot when violence broke out.
Die friedliche Protestation verwandelte sich in Unruhen, als Gewalt ausbrach.
C1 noun /ˈsɪmətri/

symmetry

Symmetrie
Meaning
the quality of having balanced proportions or identical parts facing each other
Example
The building’s symmetry impressed the visitors.
Die Symmetrie des Gebäudes beeindruckte die Besucher.
A2 noun fɔːrs

force

Kraft
Meaning
A physical power or energy that can cause movement, change, or influence.
Example
Strong nuclear force binds particles.
Die starke Kernkraft bindet die Teilchen.
C1 noun /ˈlæt.ɪ.tuːd/

Latitude

Breitengrad
Meaning
the angular distance of a place north or south of the earth's equator; freedom to act or think
Example
The GPS device showed our exact latitude and longitude coordinates on the map.
Das GPS-Gerät zeigte unsere genauen Breitengrad- und Längengradkoordinaten auf der Karte an.
B1 verb /trænsˈleɪt/

translate

übersetzen
Meaning
to express words or text in another language
Example
She can translate five languages.
Sie kann fünf Sprachen übersetzen.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈhɪbɪtɪd/

inhibited

gehemmt
Meaning
Unable to act in a relaxed and natural way, especially due to self-consciousness or restraint.
Example
He was too inhibited to express his true feelings.
Er war zu gehemmt, um seine wahren Gefühle auszudrücken.
A1 adjective /ˈsɪmpəl/

Simple

einfach; simpel; unkompliziert
Meaning
easy to understand or do; not complicated
Example
This is a simple recipe that anyone can follow.
Das ist ein einfaches Rezept, dem jeder folgen kann.
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 /ˈder.ɪŋ/

Daring

Waghalsigkeit; Bereitschaft, Risiken einzugehen
Meaning
adventurous courage; willingness to take risks
Example
The mountain climber's daring impressed everyone at the base camp.
Der Wagemut des Bergsteigers beeindruckte alle im Basislager.
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.
C2 noun /ˈæn.dʒi.əʊ.plæs.ti/

angioplasty

medizinisches Verfahren zur Öffnung von blockierten oder verengten Blutgefäßen, die Blut zum Herzen transportieren
Meaning
A medical procedure to open blocked or narrowed blood vessels that supply blood to the heart.
Example
Angioplasty is now safer with robotic assistance.
Die Angioplastie ist jetzt sicherer mit robotischer Unterstützung.
B1 adjective /ˈkɜːrli/

curly

lockig
Meaning
having curls or waves; shaped with bends or coils
Example
She has naturally curly hair.
Sie hat von Natur aus lockige Haare.
B2 noun ˌɜːbənaɪˈzeɪʃən

urbanization

Urbanisierung
Meaning
The process by which towns and cities are formed and become larger as more people begin living and working in central areas.
Example
Urbanization leads to more developed infrastructure.
Urbanisierung führt zu einer besser entwickelten Infrastruktur.
C1 adjective /ˈmɑːrʃəl/

martial

militärisch
Meaning
Related to war, soldiers, or military life.
Example
The country imposed martial law during the crisis.
Das Land verhängte während der Krise das Kriegsrecht.
C1 verb /əˈtɛst/

attest

attestieren
Meaning
To provide or serve as clear evidence of; to confirm or certify the truth of something.
Example
The witness attested to the accuracy of the report.
Der Zeuge attestierte die Genauigkeit des Berichts.
B1 verb /dɪˈnaɪ/

deny

leugnen
Meaning
to refuse to accept or admit something; to declare something untrue
Example
He denied stealing the money.
Er leugnete, das Geld gestohlen zu haben.
A1 noun /noʊˈvɛmbər/

november

November
Meaning
the eleventh month of the year in the Gregorian calendar
Example
November is often cool and quiet before winter begins.
Der November ist oft kühl und ruhig, bevor der Winter beginnt.
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.
C1 adjective /ˌsɛrənˈdɪpɪtəs/

serendipitous

zufällig und glücklich
Meaning
Occurring or discovered by chance in a happy or beneficial way.
Example
Their meeting at the café was purely serendipitous.
Ihr Treffen im Café war völlig zufällig und glücklich.
B2 noun /ˈkaʊ.ərd/

Coward

Feigling
Meaning
a person who lacks the courage to do or endure dangerous or unpleasant things
Example
He called himself a coward for not standing up to the bully.
Er nannte sich selbst einen Feigling, weil er sich dem Mob nicht gestellt hat.
C1 verb /dɛlv/

delve

tief eingraben
Meaning
To investigate deeply; to dig into a subject or area.
Example
The researcher delved into ancient manuscripts to find clues.
Der Forscher grub tief in alten Manuskripten, um Hinweise zu finden.
B1 noun /rɪˈsɔːrs/

resource

Ressource
Meaning
A supply of materials, money, or assets that can be used when needed.
Example
Water is a vital natural resource.
Wasser ist eine wichtige natürliche Ressource.
B2 adjective ˈɡrædʒ.u.əl

gradual

allmählich
Meaning
Taking place or progressing slowly or by degrees.
Example
Gradual changes are more sustainable.
Allmähliche Veränderungen sind nachhaltiger.
C2 adjective /ˌɛpɪkjʊˈriːən/

epicurean

epikureisch
Meaning
relating to the enjoyment of fine food, drink, and luxury
Example
The chef prepared an epicurean feast for the guests.
Der Koch bereitete ein epikureisches Festmahl für die Gäste vor.
B1 noun /ˈθɛrəpɪst/

therapist

Therapeut
Meaning
a person trained to provide treatment or counseling for physical or mental health
Example
The therapist helped him overcome his anxiety.
Der Therapeut half ihm, seine Angst zu überwinden.
C1 noun /ˈwɔː.tər hen/

Water hen

Wasserralle
Meaning
a waterbird with dark plumage that lives near ponds and wetlands
Example
The water hen swam gracefully across the pond.
Die Wasserralle schwamm anmutig über den Teich.
C1 verb /ˈsɔːntər/

saunter

langsam gehen
Meaning
to walk in a slow, relaxed manner without hurry or effort
Example
We sauntered along the riverside, stopping now and then to watch the boats.
Wir schlenderten am Flussufer entlang und hielten ab und zu an, um die Boote zu beobachten.
B2 adjective ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntl

instrumental

instrumentell
Meaning
Serving as a crucial means, agent, or tool; having a part in bringing about a result.
Example
Children can be instrumental in building a better society.
Kinder können bei der Schaffung einer besseren Gesellschaft eine wichtige Rolle spielen.
C1 adverb /əˈbrɛst/

abreast

nebeneinander
Meaning
side by side and facing the same direction; informed about something
Example
The soldiers marched two abreast down the street.
Die Soldaten marschierten zu zweit nebeneinander die Straße entlang.
C2 verb /kənˈdəʊl/

condole

Beileid ausdrücken
Meaning
To express sympathy for someone who is suffering or grieving.
Example
Neighbors came to condole with the family after the tragedy.
Die Nachbarn kamen, um der Familie nach der Tragödie Beileid auszudrücken.
C2 adjective /ˈlɪsɪt/

licit

lizenziert
Meaning
Permitted by law or by rules; legal.
Example
The trade of certain goods is licit under international law.
Der Handel mit bestimmten Waren ist nach internationalem Recht lizenziert.
B2 noun /ˈæməzɒn/

amazon

starke Frau
Meaning
A tall, strong, or powerful woman.
Example
She fought like an amazon in the competition.
Sie kämpfte wie eine Amazone im Wettbewerb.
C1 noun /ˈtæl.i/

Tally

Zählung; Aufzeichnung; Punktzahl
Meaning
a count or record of a number or amount; a score or total
Example
Keep a tally of how many books you read this month.
Führe eine Zählung darüber, wie viele Bücher du diesen Monat liest.
C1 noun ˌɒp.tɪ.maɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

optimization

Optimierung
Meaning
Improving processes to increase performance and efficiency.
Example
SEO optimization helps websites rank higher on search engines.
SEO-Optimierung hilft Websites, in Suchmaschinen höher zu ranken.
B2 noun /ɔːrˈɡæn.ɪk ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ/

organic farming

biologische Landwirtschaft
Meaning
Farming method that avoids synthetic chemicals and fertilizers, using natural methods instead.
Example
Organic farming improves soil health and reduces pollution.
Biologische Landwirtschaft verbessert die Gesundheit des Bodens und reduziert die Verschmutzung.
A2 noun /ˈtraɪ.sɪ.kəl/

Tricycle

dreirad
Meaning
a three-wheeled vehicle, especially one for children
Example
The child rode his tricycle in the park.
Das Kind fuhr mit seinem Dreirad im Park.
C1 noun /ˌɪndɪˈdʒɛstʃən/

indigestion

Verdauungsstörung
Meaning
Discomfort or pain in the stomach associated with difficulty in digesting food.
Example
He avoided spicy food because it often gave him indigestion.
Er vermied scharfes Essen, weil es ihm oft Verdauungsstörungen verursachte.
C2 noun /ˈhɑːtʃ.pɑːtʃ/

Hotchpotch

wirres Durcheinander; ein Haufen gemischter Dinge
Meaning
a confused mixture; a jumbled assortment of things
Example
The room was a hotchpotch of old furniture, books, and random decorations.
Das Zimmer war ein wirres Durcheinander aus alten Möbeln, Büchern und zufälligen Dekorationen.
B1 noun, verb /toʊn/

tone

Ton
Meaning
the general character or attitude of a place, piece of writing, situation, etc.
Example
The tone of the letter was very formal.
Der Ton des Briefes war sehr formell.
C2 adjective /ˈpjʊəraɪl/

puerile

kindisch
Meaning
childishly silly or immature
Example
His puerile jokes annoyed the audience.
Seine kindischen Witze nervten das Publikum.
A2 interjection /mˈhm/

mm-hmm

Ja
Meaning
A sound used to express agreement or acknowledgment in conversation.
Example
‘Do you understand?’ ‘Mm-hmm.’
‘Verstehst du?’ ‘Ja.’
C1 adjective /ˈstrɪndʒənt/

stringent

streng
Meaning
strict, precise, and exacting
Example
The government imposed stringent measures during the crisis.
Die Regierung verhängte strenge Maßnahmen während der Krise.
C1 adjective /ˈdesələt/

Desolate

verlassen; einsam; öde
Meaning
deserted; lonely; barren
Example
The abandoned village looked desolate and empty.
Das verlassene Dorf sah verlassen und leer aus.
A1 verb /wɒʃ/

wash

waschen
Meaning
to clean with water; to remove dirt
Example
Please wash your hands before eating.
Bitte waschen Sie Ihre Hände vor dem Essen.
C1 verb/noun /ɡraʊl/

growl

knurren
Meaning
To make a low, guttural sound, often in anger (by animals or humans).
Example
The dog growled at the stranger.
Der Hund knurrte den Fremden an.
C1 adverb /ˈhɒtli/

hotly

wütend
Meaning
in an intense, angry, or passionate way
Example
She hotly denied the accusations.
Sie bestritt die Anschuldigungen wütend.
C1 noun /ˈlænd.slaɪd/

Landslide

Erdrutsch
Meaning
a collapse of a mass of earth or rock from a mountain or cliff; an overwhelming victory in an election
Example
Heavy rains triggered a massive landslide that blocked the mountain highway.
Starke Regenfälle lösten einen massiven Erdrutsch aus, der die Bergstraße blockierte.
C2 noun /dɪsˈtɛmpər/

distemper

eine Viruskrankheit, die Tiere betrifft, insbesondere Hunde
Meaning
a viral disease affecting animals, especially dogs; also refers to a state of disorder
Example
The dog was diagnosed with distemper and needed immediate care.
Der Hund wurde mit Distemper diagnostiziert und benötigte sofortige Pflege.
B1 noun /ˈɑː.lɪv/

Olive

Olive
Meaning
a small oval fruit with a hard pit, typically green or black, used for eating or making oil
Example
Olive oil is considered one of the healthiest cooking oils available.
Olivenöl gilt als eines der gesündesten Kochöle, die verfügbar sind.
C1 verb /kriːk/

creak

ein hohes, quietschendes Geräusch machen
Meaning
to make a high-pitched, squeaking noise when moved
Example
The old door creaked as she opened it.
Die alte Tür knarrte, als sie sie öffnete.
B1 adjective /ɪmˈpres.ɪv/

Impressive

beeindruckend
Meaning
striking; remarkable; having the ability to impress
Example
Her impressive performance earned her a standing ovation.
Ihre beeindruckende Darbietung brachte ihr eine Standing Ovation.
A1 adjective /fɑːst/

Fast

schnell; rasch
Meaning
moving or happening quickly; rapid; swift
Example
She runs very fast in the morning.
Sie läuft sehr schnell am Morgen.
C1 adjective /ˈlækˌlʌstər/

lackluster

glanzlos
Meaning
Lacking in vitality, force, or conviction; uninspired or uninspiring.
Example
The lackluster performance disappointed the audience.
Die glanzlose Leistung enttäuschte das Publikum.
B2 noun /ˌnɔːrθˈiːst/

northeast

nordosten
Meaning
the direction between north and east; a region or area located in that direction.
Example
The storm is moving toward the northeast.
Der Sturm zieht nach Nordosten.
B2 noun/verb /swɔːrm/

swarm

Schwarm
Meaning
A large group of insects or people moving together.
Example
A swarm of bees surrounded the tree.
Ein Schwarm Bienen umkreiste den Baum.
B1 noun /bend/

Bend

Biegung; Kurve
Meaning
a curved or angled part of something; a turning point in a road or river
Example
There is a sharp bend in the river ahead.
Es gibt eine scharfe Kurve im Fluss voraus.
C2 noun /ˈtrɛntʃərmən/

trencherman

Vielesser
Meaning
a person who eats in a hearty or robust manner; a big eater
Example
The trencherman devoured the feast with great enthusiasm.
Der Vielesser verschlang das Festmahl mit großer Begeisterung.
C1 adjective /spɑːrs/

sparse

spärlich
Meaning
thinly scattered or distributed; not dense or abundant
Example
Vegetation was sparse in the desert.
Die Vegetation war spärlich in der Wüste.
C2 adjective /ˈloʊð.səm/

Loathsome

abscheulich
Meaning
causing hatred or disgust; repulsive
Example
The loathsome smell from the garbage made everyone leave the room.
Der abscheuliche Gestank aus dem Müll brachte alle dazu, den Raum zu verlassen.
B2 noun /ˈkɒn.flɪkt ˌrez.əˈluː.ʃən/

conflict resolution

Konfliktlösung
Meaning
The process of finding peaceful solutions to disputes or disagreements between parties.
Example
Conflict resolution is vital for global peace.
Konfliktlösung ist entscheidend für den globalen Frieden.
C1 noun/verb /ɪˈstiːm/

esteem

Achtung
Meaning
Respect and admiration, typically for a person.
Example
She is held in high esteem by her colleagues.
Sie wird von ihren Kollegen hoch geschätzt.
B2 noun /ˌkɒn.tɪˈnjuː.ɪ.ti/

continuity

Kontinuität
Meaning
the state of being continuous or connected; consistency over time
Example
Maintaining continuity in leadership is essential for organizational stability.
Die Aufrechterhaltung der Kontinuität in der Führung ist entscheidend für die organisatorische Stabilität.
C1 adjective /ˈdæʃ.ɪŋ/

Dashing

elegant; attraktiv; mutig;
Meaning
stylish and confident; lively and energetic; attractive and charming
Example
He looked dashing in his new suit.
Er sah in seinem neuen Anzug eleganter aus.
B2 adjective /ˈlɒŋ ˈstændɪŋ/

long-standing

langandauernd
Meaning
having existed or continued for a long period of time
Example
They have a long-standing relationship with their suppliers.
Sie haben eine langandauernde Beziehung zu ihren Lieferanten.
B1 noun /ɪnˈθjuː.zi.æz.əm/

Enthusiasm

Begeisterung; Enthusiasmus; Eifer
Meaning
intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval
Example
Her enthusiasm for the project inspired the entire team.
Ihre Begeisterung für das Projekt inspirierte das gesamte Team.
C2 noun /kɒn.tɪˈɡjuː.ɪ.ti/

contiguity

Kontiguität
Meaning
the state of being in direct contact or next to each other
Example
The contiguity of the two countries facilitates trade.
Die Kontiguität der beiden Länder erleichtert den Handel.
B2 adjective /ˈkwɔːrtərli/

Quarterly

vierteljährlich
Meaning
occurring every three months; relating to a quarter of a year
Example
The company publishes quarterly reports to shareholders.
Das Unternehmen veröffentlicht vierteljährliche Berichte an die Aktionäre.
B2 noun ˈɡloʊbəl ɪˈnɪʃətɪvz

global initiatives

globale Initiativen
Meaning
Worldwide efforts or programs aimed at addressing global challenges or achieving common goals.
Example
Global initiatives inspire better waste management practices.
Globale Initiativen inspirieren bessere Abfallmanagementpraktiken.
A2 verb dɪˈvɛləp

develop

entwickeln
Meaning
To grow or bring to a more advanced or effective state; to start to exist, experience, or possess gradually.
Example
Develop a brand based on your passion and skills.
Entwickle eine Marke, die auf deiner Leidenschaft und deinen Fähigkeiten basiert.
C2 adjective /ˈruːbɪkənd/

rubicund

rubicunder Gesicht
Meaning
Having a healthy reddish complexion.
Example
The old man’s rubicund face showed he was in good health.
Das rubicunde Gesicht des alten Mannes zeigte, dass er bei guter Gesundheit war.
C2 noun /laʊs/

Louse

Läuse
Meaning
a small insect that lives on the hair or skin of people or animals
Example
The child had a louse in his hair.
Das Kind hatte eine Laus in seinen Haaren.
B1 noun /ˈvɒl.juːm/

volume

Volumen
Meaning
the amount of space that a substance or object occupies, or that is enclosed within a container
Example
The volume of water in the tank increased after the rain.
Das Volumen des Wassers im Tank nahm nach dem Regen zu.
C2 adjective /ˌɪnkəmˈprɛsəbl/

incompressible

uncompressibel
Meaning
Not able to be pressed or squeezed into a smaller space.
Example
Liquids are generally considered incompressible.
Flüssigkeiten gelten im Allgemeinen als uncompressibel.
C1 adjective /ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪk/

asymmetric

asymmetrisch
Meaning
Not having equal or corresponding parts; lacking symmetry.
Example
The design of the building is asymmetric and unusual.
Das Design des Gebäudes ist asymmetrisch und ungewöhnlich.
A2 noun /ˈspiːkər/

speaker

Redner
Meaning
a person who speaks or talks, especially as an occupation
Example
The speaker delivered an inspiring speech at the conference.
Der Redner hielt eine inspirierende Rede auf der Konferenz.
A2 noun /fəˈtɒɡrəfə/

photographer

Fotograf
Meaning
a person who takes photographs professionally
Example
The photographer captured the beauty of nature.
Der Fotograf hat die Schönheit der Natur eingefangen.
C2 adjective /kənˈdʌktəbl̩/

conductible

leitfähig
Meaning
capable of being conducted, especially electricity or heat
Example
Copper is highly conductible to electricity.
Kupfer ist sehr leitfähig für Elektrizität.
C2 noun /ˈsɪbəraɪt/

sybarite

Sybarit
Meaning
a person who loves luxury and pleasure
Example
The millionaire was a true sybarite who lived only for comfort and enjoyment.
Der Millionär war ein wahrer Sybarit, der nur für Komfort und Genuss lebte.
C1 noun /ˌkɑːr.diˈɒl.ə.dʒɪst/

cardiologist

Kardiologe
Meaning
A doctor specializing in diagnosing and treating heart diseases.
Example
She made an appointment with a cardiologist for her chest pain.
Sie hat einen Termin bei einem Kardiologen wegen ihrer Brustschmerzen vereinbart.
C1 noun /ˌɪnɪkˈspɪəriəns/

inexperience

Unerfahrenheit
Meaning
Lack of knowledge or skill in a particular activity or field.
Example
His inexperience in handling negotiations was evident.
Seine Unerfahrenheit im Umgang mit Verhandlungen war offensichtlich.
C1 noun /tɑːrˈpɔːlɪn/

tarpaulin

Plane
Meaning
A large sheet of strong, flexible, water-resistant material used for covering or protecting things.
Example
The workers used a tarpaulin to cover the construction materials from rain.
Die Arbeiter verwendeten eine Plane, um das Baumaterial vor dem Regen zu schuetzen.
C1 adjective ˌhaɪ.pəˈθet.ɪ.kəl

hypothetical

hypothetisch, angenommen, theoretisch
Meaning
Based on or serving as a hypothesis; supposed but not necessarily real or true.
Example
The discussion was based on hypothetical scenarios.
Die Diskussion basierte auf hypothetischen Szenarien.
C2 adjective /ˈreə.rɪ.faɪd/

rarefied

gehoben
Meaning
Of high moral, intellectual, or cultural value; distant from ordinary life.
Example
He works in the rarefied world of classical music.
Er arbeitet in der gehobenen Welt der klassischen Musik.
C2 adjective /ˈmɛtəlˌsʌm/

mettlesome

mutig
Meaning
Full of courage and spirit; lively and spirited.
Example
The mettlesome young rider never backed down from a challenge.
Der mutige junge Reiter wich keiner Herausforderung aus.
A1 pronoun /ðɛm/

them

sie
Meaning
used to refer to people or things previously mentioned or easily identified
Example
I saw them at the park yesterday.
Ich habe sie gestern im Park gesehen.
B2 noun /ˈskændəl/

scandal

skandal
Meaning
an event or action that causes public outrage or damage to one's reputation
Example
The politician's affair became a public scandal.
Die Affäre des Politikers wurde ein öffentlicher Skandal.
C2 noun /ˈlɒkətɪv/

locative

Lokativ
Meaning
a grammatical case indicating location or place
Example
In Latin, the locative case is used to indicate location.
Im Lateinischen wird der Lokativ verwendet, um den Standort anzuzeigen.
B1 verb əˈdrɛst

addressed

angesprochen
Meaning
To think about and begin to deal with an issue or problem.
Example
Addressing key problems is vital for long-term change.
Schlüsselprobleme anzusprechen ist entscheidend für langfristige Veränderungen.
C2 adjective /ˈlaɪðsəm/

lithesome

beweglich und anmutig
Meaning
gracefully flexible and supple
Example
Her lithesome figure allowed her to move like a ballerina.
Ihre bewegliche Figur ermöglichte es ihr, sich wie eine Ballerina zu bewegen.
B1 adjective /ˈɔːkwəd/

awkward

peinlich
Meaning
causing or feeling embarrassment; difficult to deal with
Example
There was an awkward silence after his joke.
Es gab eine peinliche Stille nach seinem Witz.
B2 adjective /ˈaʊtˌɡoʊɪŋ/

outgoing

gesellig
Meaning
Friendly and sociable; inclined to mix with others.
Example
He is an outgoing person who loves meeting new people.
Er ist eine gesellige Person, die es liebt, neue Leute zu treffen.
C1 noun ˌdɪm.ɪˈnjuː.ʃən

diminution

Verringerung
Meaning
A reduction in the size, extent, or importance of something; decrease.
Example
There has been a diminution in air pollution.
Es gab eine Verringerung der Luftverschmutzung.
C1 noun /ˈbuːt.stræp.ɪŋ/

bootstrapping

Eigenfinanzierung
Meaning
Starting a business with personal resources or small investments without external funding or venture capital.
Example
Many entrepreneurs rely on bootstrapping to launch their businesses.
Viele Unternehmer verlassen sich auf Bootstrapping, um ihre Geschäfte zu starten.
C2 noun /boʊ/

beau

Freund
Meaning
a male admirer or boyfriend; a fashionable young man
Example
She arrived at the party with her beau.
Sie kam mit ihrem Freund zur Party.
C1 noun sælˈveɪʃən

salvation

Erlösung
Meaning
Deliverance from sin and its consequences, believed by Christians to be brought about by faith in Christ.
Example
The story revolves around the theme of salvation.
Die Geschichte dreht sich um das Thema der Erlösung.
A2 adjective /əˈmeɪzɪŋ/

amazing

erstaunlich
Meaning
causing great surprise or wonder; astonishing
Example
The magician performed an amazing trick.
Der Zauberer führte einen erstaunlichen Trick vor.
C2 noun /ˈθiː.ɑːr.ki/

thearchy

Thearchie
Meaning
Rule or government by the gods; divine sovereignty.
Example
In ancient cultures, some societies believed in thearchy where gods directly guided human affairs.
In alten Kulturen glaubten einige Gesellschaften an Thearchie, wo die Götter direkt die menschlichen Angelegenheiten führten.
C1 verb /ˈtræŋ.kwɪ.laɪz/

tranquilize

beruhigen
Meaning
to make someone or something calm or less anxious, often by using drugs
Example
The veterinarian had to tranquilize the tiger before moving it.
Der Tierarzt musste den Tiger beruhigen, bevor er ihn bewegte.