B2 verb /rɪˈkruːt/

recruit

rekrutieren

Meaning

to enlist or hire people for a job, service, or membership

Example

The company is trying to recruit more software engineers.

Das Unternehmen versucht, mehr Software-Ingenieure zu rekrutieren.

B2 noun /ˈɜː.dʒən.si/

Urgency

Dringlichkeit

Meaning

the quality of requiring immediate action or attention; pressing importance

Example

The urgency of the situation required immediate medical attention.

Die Dringlichkeit der Situation erforderte sofortige medizinische Aufmerksamkeit.

B2 adjective /kəˈreɪdʒəs/

Courageous

mutig; furchtlos; zeigt Mut im Angesicht der Gefahr

Meaning

brave; fearless; showing courage in the face of danger

Example

The courageous firefighter rescued the family from the burning building.

Der mutige Feuerwehrmann rettete die Familie aus dem brennenden Gebäude.

B2 noun /ˌkɑː.bəʊˈhaɪ.dreɪts/

carbohydrates

Kohlenhydrate

Meaning

Organic compounds consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, serving as a primary source of energy for the body.

Example

Whole grains are a great source of healthy carbohydrates.

Vollkornprodukte sind eine großartige Quelle für gesunde Kohlenhydrate.

B2 noun /ˈwɔːfeər/

Warfare

Krieg

Meaning

armed conflict between different countries or groups; the activity of fighting a war

Example

Modern warfare involves advanced technology and strategic planning.

Moderne Kriegsführung umfasst fortschrittliche Technologie und strategische Planung.

B2 adjective /ˌkɒn.fɪˈden.ʃəl/

Confidential

vertraulich; privat; dazu bestimmt, geheim gehalten zu werden

Meaning

secret; private; intended to be kept secret

Example

Please keep this information confidential.

Bitte halten Sie diese Informationen vertraulich.

B2 adjective kənˈsaɪs

concise

prägnant

Meaning

Brief and clearly expressed without unnecessary details.

Example

A concise speech is more impactful than a long one.

Eine prägnante Rede ist wirkungsvoller als eine lange Rede.

B2 noun /rɪˈfreʃ.mənt/

Refreshment

Erfrischung

Meaning

food and drink that is served as a light meal; something that refreshes

Example

We served light refreshments after the meeting.

Wir haben nach dem Meeting leichte Erfrischungen serviert.

B2 adjective /slæk/

slack

locker

Meaning

not tight, firm, or busy; lacking tension or activity

Example

Business is slack during the rainy season.

Das Geschäft ist in der Regenzeit langsam.

B2 noun /ˈɔːkʃən/

Auction

Auktion

Meaning

a public sale in which goods or property are sold to the highest bidder

Example

The antique furniture was sold at an auction last weekend.

Die antiken Möbel wurden letzte Woche bei einer Auktion verkauft.

B2 noun /kroʊ/

Crow

rabe

Meaning

a large black bird known for its intelligence and harsh call

Example

The crow cawed loudly from the tree branch.

Der Rabe krächzte laut vom Baumast.

B2 adjective /ˌdɪsəˈbiːdiənt/

Disobedient

ungehorsam

Meaning

refusing to obey rules or authority; rebellious

Example

The disobedient child refused to follow the rules.

Das ungehorsame Kind weigerte sich, die Regeln zu befolgen.

B2 noun /ˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃən/

representation

darstellung

Meaning

the action of speaking or acting on behalf of someone or something

Example

Her representation of the team was impeccable.

Ihre Darstellung des Teams war tadellos.

B2 noun/verb /briːtʃ/

breach

Verstoß

Meaning

A violation or breaking of a law, agreement, or code of conduct; an act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct.

Example

The company faced a breach of data security.

Das Unternehmen erlebte einen Verstoß gegen die Datensicherheit.

B2 noun /ˌmɪs.bɪˈheɪ.vjər/

Misbehaviour

Schlechtes oder inakzeptables Verhalten, besonders von Kindern oder in formellen Situationen

Meaning

Bad or unacceptable behavior, especially by children or in formal situations

Example

The student was punished for his misbehaviour in class.

Der Schüler wurde für sein schlechtes Verhalten im Unterricht bestraft.

B2 adjective /ˌnɒnˈprɒfɪt/

nonprofit

gemeinnützig

Meaning

an organization that does not aim to make a profit, often serving a social or charitable purpose.

Example

She works for a nonprofit organization that helps children.

Sie arbeitet für eine gemeinnützige Organisation, die Kindern hilft.

B2 verb /dɪsˈkʌrɪdʒ/

discourage

entmutigen

Meaning

to make someone less confident or enthusiastic about doing something

Example

Failure should not discourage you from trying again.

Scheitern sollte dich nicht davon abhalten, es noch einmal zu versuchen.

B2 adjective /ˈfoʊni/

phony

falsch, betrügerisch

Meaning

not genuine; fraudulent or insincere

Example

He gave a phony smile to hide his true feelings.

Er gab ein falsches Lächeln, um seine wahren Gefühle zu verbergen.

B2 verb /ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃieɪt/

differentiate

differenzieren

Meaning

To recognize or make a distinction between things.

Example

It is important to differentiate between fact and opinion.

Es ist wichtig, zwischen Fakten und Meinungen zu differenzieren.

B2 verb /kɜːrb/

curb

einschränken / kontrollieren

Meaning

to restrain, control, or limit something

Example

The government took steps to curb inflation.

Die Regierung ergriff Maßnahmen, um die Inflation einzudämmen.

B2 noun /ˈtwaɪ.laɪt/

Twilight

dämmerung

Meaning

the soft glowing light from the sky when the sun is below the horizon; a period of decline

Example

We walked along the beach at twilight.

Wir gingen am Strand bei Dämmerung spazieren.

B2 noun /ˈpeə.rən.tɪŋ/

parenting

Erziehung

Meaning

The care and training a child receives while growing up, involving the development of their mental, physical, and social aspects.

Example

Effective parenting helps children develop confidence and independence.

Effektive Erziehung hilft Kindern, Vertrauen und Unabhängigkeit zu entwickeln.

B2 noun /ɡɪɡ/

gig

eine Live-Performance eines Musikers, einer Band oder eines Entertainers; auch ein temporärer Job

Meaning

A live performance by a musician, band, or entertainer; also a temporary job.

Example

The band has a gig at the local club tonight.

Die Band hat heute Abend ein Gig im lokalen Club.

B2 noun /leɪs/

Lace

Spitze

Meaning

a delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern; a cord or string for fastening

Example

She wore a beautiful dress decorated with intricate lace patterns.

Sie trug ein schönes Kleid, das mit komplizierten Spitzenmustern verziert war.

B2 verb /wɪðˈstænd/

withstand

standhalten / widerstehen

Meaning

to resist or endure something without being harmed

Example

This building can withstand strong earthquakes.

Dieses Gebäude kann starken Erdbeben standhalten.

B2 adjective /stiːp/

steep

steil, übermäßig

Meaning

Having a sharp inclination or high slope; also can mean excessive (as in price).

Example

The hikers climbed a steep mountain trail.

Die Wanderer kletterten einen steilen Bergweg hinauf.

B2 noun /ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪvjər/

misbehavior

Fehlverhalten

Meaning

bad or improper behavior

Example

The teacher punished the student for his misbehavior.

Der Lehrer bestrafte den Schüler für sein Fehlverhalten.

B2 noun /ɡreɪv/

Grave

Grab

Meaning

a hole dug in the ground to receive a coffin; a place of burial; serious or solemn

Example

The family visited the grave of their beloved grandfather every Sunday.

Die Familie besuchte das Grab ihres geliebten Großvaters jeden Sonntag.

B2 noun bjʊəˈrɒk.rə.si

bureaucracy

Bürokratie

Meaning

A system of government in which most of the important decisions are made by state officials rather than by elected representatives.

Example

Excessive bureaucracy can slow down decision-making.

Übermäßige Bürokratie kann die Entscheidungsfindung verlangsamen.

B2 noun /əˈstɒnɪʃmənt/

astonishment

Erstaunen

Meaning

Great surprise or amazement.

Example

She looked at the magician with astonishment.

Sie schaute den Magier mit Erstaunen an.

B2 noun /stɑːˈveɪ.ʃən/

Starvation

Hunger

Meaning

suffering or death caused by lack of food; extreme hunger

Example

Many people died of starvation during the famine.

Viele Menschen starben während der Hungersnot an Hungertod.

B2 adjective /ʌnəˈfreɪd/

unafraid

furchtlos

Meaning

Not feeling fear; brave or courageous

Example

She walked into the dark room, unafraid of what might be inside.

Sie ging in den dunklen Raum, furchtlos vor dem, was darin sein könnte.

B2 noun/verb /krɪˈtiːk/

critique

Kritik

Meaning

A detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, philosophical, or political theory; to evaluate critically.

Example

The professor asked the students to critique each other's essays.

Der Professor bat die Studenten, die Aufsätze der anderen zu kritisieren.

B2 noun /ˈrɒbəɹi/

robbery

Raub

Meaning

the crime of stealing from someone or somewhere using force or threat

Example

The police are investigating the robbery at the local store.

Die Polizei untersucht den Raub in dem örtlichen Geschäft.

B2 adverb /rɪˈmɑːrkəbli/

remarkably

bemerkenswert

Meaning

in a way that is worthy of attention or notice; surprisingly

Example

She did remarkably well in the competition.

Sie hat in der Konkurrenz bemerkenswert gut abgeschnitten.

B2 noun ˈtreɪd.ɒf

trade-off

Kompromiss

Meaning

A situation where accepting one advantage means giving up another benefit.

Example

There is always a trade-off between price and quality.

Es gibt immer einen Kompromiss zwischen Preis und Qualität.

B2 adjective /ˈmɛtrɪk/

metric

metrisch

Meaning

Relating to the metric system of measurement; also, a standard of measurement used to assess performance.

Example

The company tracks success using clear performance metrics.

Das Unternehmen verfolgt den Erfolg mit klaren Leistungskennzahlen.

B2 adjective ˌiːkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl

ecological

ökologisch

Meaning

Relating to ecology or the environment.

Example

Deforestation threatens the ecological balance of the planet.

Abholzung gefährdet das ökologische Gleichgewicht des Planeten.

B2 adjective /ˌθɛr.əˈpjuː.tɪk/

therapeutic

therapeutisch

Meaning

Having a healing or beneficial effect on the body or mind.

Example

Meditation is highly therapeutic for mental well-being.

Meditation ist sehr therapeutisch für das geistige Wohlbefinden.

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 verb /ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪv/

misbehave

sich schlecht benehmen

Meaning

to behave badly or inappropriately; to act in an unacceptable way

Example

The children misbehaved during the school assembly.

Die Kinder benahmen sich während der Schulversammlung schlecht.

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.

B2 noun /ˈsɪləbəs/

syllabus

Lehrplan

Meaning

An outline or summary of topics to be covered in a course of study.

Example

The professor handed out the syllabus on the first day of class.

Der Professor verteilte den Lehrplan am ersten Tag des Kurses.

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 /ˈpɑːtnəʃɪp/

partnership

Partnerschaft

Meaning

the state of being a partner or a group of partners

Example

Our partnership has helped both companies grow.

Unsere Partnerschaft hat beiden Unternehmen geholfen zu wachsen.

B2 noun /ˈrɛzərvwɑːr/

reservoir

Stausee

Meaning

A large natural or artificial lake used as a source of water supply.

Example

The city built a new reservoir to ensure enough drinking water for its residents.

Die Stadt baute einen neuen Stausee, um genug Trinkwasser für seine Bewohner sicherzustellen.

B2 noun səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ɪ.ti

sustainability

Nachhaltigkeit

Meaning

The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level; the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain ecological balance.

Example

Sustainability ensures long-term environmental health.

Nachhaltigkeit gewährleistet langfristige Umweltgesundheit.

B2 verb /səˈspɛnd/

suspend

aussetzen

Meaning

To temporarily stop something from being active or valid.

Example

The company decided to suspend his membership.

Das Unternehmen entschied sich, seine Mitgliedschaft auszusetzen.

B2 noun /ˈkʊk.uː/

Cuckoo

kuckuck

Meaning

a bird known for its distinctive call and for laying eggs in other birds' nests

Example

We heard the cuckoo calling from the forest early in the morning.

Wir haben den Kuckuck morgens im Wald singen hören.

B2 noun ˈdɒmɪnəns

dominance

Dominanz

Meaning

Power and influence over others; control or command.

Example

The dominance of Urdu was evident.

Die Dominanz von Urdu war offensichtlich.

B2 noun /dɪˈvoʊ.ʃən/

Devotion

Hingabe; Treue; Leidenschaft

Meaning

love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person, activity, or cause

Example

Her devotion to helping others made her a beloved figure in the community.

Ihre Hingabe, anderen zu helfen, machte sie zu einer geliebten Figur in der Gemeinschaft.

B2 verb /əˈmend/

amend

ändern

Meaning

to make changes or corrections to improve something; to modify

Example

They amended the contract to include new terms.

Sie änderten den Vertrag, um neue Bedingungen hinzuzufügen.

B2 noun /ˈsaɪkloʊn/

cyclone

Zyklon

Meaning

a large-scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure; a violent tropical storm

Example

The cyclone caused severe flooding along the coast.

Der Zyklon verursachte schwere Überschwemmungen an der Küste.

B2 verb /əˈbɒlɪʃ/

abolish

abschaffen

Meaning

to formally end or stop something; to cancel or eliminate completely

Example

The government decided to abolish the old tax system.

Die Regierung entschied sich, das alte Steuersystem abzuschaffen.

B2 adjective /ˌkɒmplɪˈmɛntəri/

complementary

komplementär

Meaning

combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other

Example

The two partners have complementary skills.

Die beiden Partner haben komplementäre Fähigkeiten.

B2 noun /dʒɔː/

Jaw

Kiefer

Meaning

either of the two bones forming the framework of the mouth in most vertebrates

Example

She broke her jaw in the accident.

Sie brach ihr Kiefer im Unfall.

B2 noun, verb /ˈaʊtlɔː/

outlaw

Gesetzloser

Meaning

as a noun: a person who breaks the law and lives outside its protection; as a verb: to make something illegal

Example

The government decided to outlaw the harmful practice.

Die Regierung hat beschlossen, die schädliche Praxis zu verbieten.

B2 noun /kənˈtɛmpt/

contempt

Verachtung

Meaning

a strong feeling of dislike and lack of respect towards someone or something

Example

He spoke with contempt about the corrupt officials.

Er sprach mit Verachtung über die korrupten Beamten.

B2 adjective /rɪˈsɔːrsfəl/

resourceful

einfallsreich

Meaning

Having the ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.

Example

She is very resourceful when it comes to solving unexpected problems.

Sie ist sehr einfallsreich, wenn es darum geht, unerwartete Probleme zu lösen.

B2 adjective /əˈdɪktɪd/

addicted

süchtig

Meaning

Being unable to stop engaging in a particular activity or consuming a particular substance.

Example

Many people are addicted to social media.

Viele Menschen sind süchtig nach sozialen Medien.

B2 verb /dɪˈnaʊns/

denounce

verurteilen

Meaning

To publicly declare something to be wrong, evil, or condemn strongly.

Example

The leader denounced corruption in his speech.

Der Führer verurteilte die Korruption in seiner Rede.

B2 noun /ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊərɪti/

insecurity

Unsicherheit

Meaning

lack of confidence or assurance; a state of uncertainty or vulnerability

Example

Her insecurity made her doubt her abilities despite her experience.

Ihre Unsicherheit ließ sie an ihren Fähigkeiten zweifeln.

B2 adjective /ˈhoʊmli/

Homely

einfach und gemütlich; unprätentiös; schlicht im Aussehen; gemütlich und vertraut

Meaning

simple and comfortable; unpretentious; plain in appearance; cozy and familiar

Example

She enjoyed the homely atmosphere of the small café.

Sie genoss die heimelige Atmosphäre des kleinen Cafés.

B2 noun /prəˈfɪʃənsi/

proficiency

Kompetenz

Meaning

Competency or skill; expertise.

Example

His proficiency in multiple languages is remarkable.

Seine Kompetenz in mehreren Sprachen ist bemerkenswert.

B2 noun /ˈmɛr.ɪt/

Merit

Verdienst; Tugend; Qualität, Lob zu verdienen

Meaning

The quality of being particularly good or worthy, especially deserving praise, reward, or attention

Example

She was promoted based on her merit and hard work.

Sie wurde aufgrund ihres Verdienstes und ihrer harten Arbeit befördert.

B2 adjective /ˈles.ər/

Lesser

geringer

Meaning

smaller in amount; of lower importance; inferior

Example

He chose the lesser of two evils when making his decision.

Er wählte das geringere von zwei Übeln, als er seine Entscheidung traf.

B2 noun /ˈsoʊlər ɪˈklɪps/

Solar eclipse

Sonnenfinsternis

Meaning

an eclipse in which the sun is obscured by the moon passing between it and the earth

Example

The solar eclipse will be visible from our city next month.

Die Sonnenfinsternis wird nächsten Monat von unserer Stadt aus sichtbar sein.

B2 noun /dʒiˈɒl.ə.dʒi/

geology

Geologie

Meaning

the science that deals with the Earth's physical structure and substances

Example

She studied geology to understand earthquakes.

Sie studierte Geologie, um Erdbeben zu verstehen.

B2 verb /ˈstreɪtən/

straighten

richten

Meaning

to make something straight or tidy; to correct or organize

Example

She straightened her hair before the meeting.

Sie richtete ihre Haare vor dem Meeting.

B2 verb /ˈɡʌvərn/

govern

regieren

Meaning

to control and direct the public policy and affairs of a state, organization, or people

Example

The president governs the country wisely.

Der Präsident regiert das Land weise.

B2 noun ˈɡeɪm.pleɪ

gameplay

Spielmechanik

Meaning

The tactical aspects of a game, such as its plot and the way it is played.

Example

The team's gameplay was innovative.

Die Spielmechanik des Teams war innovativ.

B2 verb /əˈkɒmədeɪt/

accommodate

unterbringen

Meaning

To provide lodging, space, or meet the needs of someone.

Example

The hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests.

Das Hotel kann bis zu 200 Gäste unterbringen.

B2 adjective /ʌnhaɪˈdʒiːnɪk/

Unhygienic

ungesund; mangelnde Hygiene

Meaning

not clean; lacking proper sanitation

Example

The restaurant was closed due to unhygienic conditions in the kitchen.

Das Restaurant war aufgrund unhygienischer Bedingungen in der Küche geschlossen.

B2 noun /ˈbæk.boʊn/

Backbone

Wirbelsäule

Meaning

the series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the pelvis; spine

Example

He injured his backbone in the accident.

Er hat sich bei dem Unfall die Wirbelsäule verletzt.

B2 noun /fɪˈlɒs.ə.fi/

philosophy

philosophie

Meaning

the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence

Example

Her philosophy emphasizes kindness and empathy.

Ihre Philosophie betont Freundlichkeit und Empathie.

B2 adjective /ˈtæn.dʒɪ.bəl/

tangible

greifbar

Meaning

Perceptible by touch; clear and definite; real.

Example

The benefits of exercise are tangible and measurable.

Die Vorteile von Bewegung sind greifbar und messbar.

B2 adverb /ˈleɪ.zɪ.li/

Lazily

faul

Meaning

in a way that shows unwillingness to work or use energy; sluggishly

Example

He lazily stretched his arms and yawned in the morning.

Er streckte faul seine Arme und gähnte am Morgen.

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 /ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs ˈviː.ɪ.kəlz/

autonomous vehicles

autonome Fahrzeuge

Meaning

Vehicles that can operate and move without human intervention or control.

Example

Autonomous vehicles are revolutionizing the future of transport.

Autonome Fahrzeuge revolutionieren die Zukunft des Transports.

B2 noun prəˈdʒɛk.ʃən

projection

Stimmprojektion

Meaning

The strength and range of voice when speaking.

Example

Proper projection ensures that every listener hears clearly.

Eine richtige Projektion stellt sicher, dass jeder Zuhörer klar hört.

B2 noun ˌriːkənˈstrʌkʃn

reconstruction

Rekonstruktion

Meaning

The action or process of reconstructing or being reconstructed.

Example

The reconstruction project took years.

Das Rekonstruktionsprojekt dauerte Jahre.

B2 adjective /dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv/

definitive

abschließend

Meaning

serving as a final or most authoritative form; conclusive and decisive

Example

The committee reached a definitive agreement on the policy.

Das Komitee erzielte eine endgültige Vereinbarung über die Politik.

B2 verb /ˈtrɪɡər/

trigger

auslösen

Meaning

To cause something to happen or start, often suddenly.

Example

The loud noise triggered the alarm system.

Der laute Lärm hat das Alarmsystem ausgelöst.

B2 adjective /əˈfekʃənət/

Affectionate

zärtlich; liebevoll; fürsorglich; zuneigung zeigend

Meaning

loving; caring; tender; showing affection

Example

She is very affectionate towards her children.

Sie ist sehr fürsorglich gegenüber ihren Kindern.

B2 noun /ˈɑːr.mər/

Armour

Rüstung

Meaning

protective covering worn by soldiers; metal plating for military vehicles

Example

The knight wore heavy armour to protect himself in battle.

Der Ritter trug eine schwere Rüstung, um sich im Kampf zu schützen.

B2 noun /hʌt/

hut

Hütte

Meaning

a small simple shelter or house

Example

They lived in a small wooden hut near the river.

Sie lebten in einer kleinen Holz-Hütte nahe dem Fluss.

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 verb /ˈmɑː.vəl/

marvel

staunen

Meaning

To be filled with wonder or astonishment.

Example

People marvel at their surroundings.

Menschen staunen über ihre Umgebung.

B2 noun/verb /ˈkɒmplɪmənt/

complement

Komplement

Meaning

something that completes or goes well with something; to add something that enhances or improves

Example

The scarf complements her outfit perfectly.

der Schal ergänzt ihr Outfit perfekt.

B2 noun /ˈmʌð.ər.lænd/

Motherland

Mutterland; Heimatland

Meaning

the country where one was born or has citizenship; homeland

Example

He always spoke fondly of his motherland.

Er sprach immer liebevoll von seiner Heimat.

B2 noun ˌsɛlf ˈdɪs.ə.plɪn

self-discipline

selbstdisziplin

Meaning

The ability to control one's emotions and behavior.

Example

Self-discipline is crucial for achieving long-term success.

Selbstdisziplin ist entscheidend für den langfristigen Erfolg.

B2 verb əbˈzɜːrvd

observed

begehen

Meaning

To celebrate or keep a religious or other festival.

Example

The day is observed annually to raise awareness.

Der Tag wird jährlich begangen, um Bewusstsein zu schaffen.

B2 noun /ˈaɪ.lɪd/

Eyelid

Augenlid

Meaning

either of the upper or lower folds of skin that cover the eye when closed

Example

Her eyelids felt heavy with sleep.

Ihre Augenlider fühlten sich schwer vom Schlaf an.

B2 adjective kəˈləʊ.ni.əl

colonial

kolonial

Meaning

Relating to or characteristic of a colony or colonialism, especially involving the control of one country by another.

Example

Colonial rule suppressed local governance.

Koloniale Herrschaft unterdrückte die lokale Regierung.

B2 noun /ˈmʌtn/

Mutton

Schaffleisch

Meaning

meat from an adult sheep; lamb meat

Example

The restaurant serves delicious mutton curry with rice.

Das Restaurant serviert leckeres Schaffleischcurry mit Reis.

B2 adjective /ˈʌpˌraɪt/

Upright

ehrlich und moralisch korrekt; vertikal oder aufrecht in Position

Meaning

honest and morally correct; vertical or erect in position

Example

She is known for being an upright and honest businesswoman.

Sie ist bekannt dafür, eine ehrliche und aufrechte Geschäftsfrau zu sein.

B2 noun /ˈbiː.təl/

Beetle

käfer

Meaning

a hard-bodied insect with wing covers

Example

The black beetle scurried across the garden path.

Der schwarze Käfer huschte über den Gartenweg.

B2 adjective /hɪˈlɛəriəs/

hilarious

extrem lustig

Meaning

Extremely funny or amusing.

Example

The comedian told a hilarious story that had everyone laughing.

Der Komiker erzählte eine extrem lustige Geschichte, die alle zum Lachen brachte.

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 /ˈtjuːmər/

tumor

Tumor

Meaning

an abnormal mass of tissue caused by excessive cell growth

Example

The doctor found a benign tumor during the medical check-up.

Der Arzt fand während der medizinischen Untersuchung einen gutartigen Tumor.

B2 noun /ɪnˈvɛstɪˌɡeɪtər/

investigator

Glück

Meaning

a person who carries out a formal inquiry or investigation

Example

The investigator gathered evidence from the crime scene.

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

B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zən/

Raisin

rosine

Meaning

dried grape

Example

She added raisins to the oatmeal cookies for extra sweetness.

Sie fügte Rosinen zu den Haferkeksen für zusätzliche Süße hinzu.

B2 adjective /ˌsaɪkiˈætrɪk/

psychiatric

psychiatrisch

Meaning

relating to mental illness or its treatment

Example

The psychiatric hospital provides care for those with severe conditions.

Das psychiatrische Krankenhaus bietet Pflege für Menschen mit schweren Erkrankungen.

B2 noun /ˈtɜːnˌəʊvə/

turnover

Umsatz

Meaning

the amount of business conducted during a particular period, or the rate at which employees leave a company

Example

The company reported a high turnover in its sales department.

Das Unternehmen meldete einen hohen Umsatz in seiner Verkaufsabteilung.

B2 noun /θɔːn/

Thorn

dorn

Meaning

a sharp pointed part of a plant; something that causes pain or annoyance

Example

Be careful of the thorns on the rose bush.

Vorsicht vor den Dornen am Rosenstrauch.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈdɪf.ər.ənt/

indifferent

gleichgültig

Meaning

having no particular interest or concern; not caring one way or another

Example

She was indifferent to the outcome of the match.

Sie war gleichgültig gegenüber dem Ausgang des Spiels.

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 adjective /ʌnˈkwɒl.ɪ.faɪd/

Unqualified

unqualifiziert; unzulänglich;

Meaning

not having the necessary skills or qualifications; complete or absolute

Example

He was unqualified for the engineering position due to lack of experience.

Er war für die Ingenieurposition aufgrund mangelnder Erfahrung unqualifiziert.

B2 noun /biːk/

Beak

Schnabel

Meaning

the hard pointed part of a bird's mouth

Example

The eagle has a sharp beak for tearing meat.

Der Adler hat einen scharfen Schnabel zum Zerreißen von Fleisch.

B2 noun /ˈmaɪnɪŋ/

mining

Bergbau

Meaning

the process of extracting valuable minerals or other resources from the earth

Example

Mining in this area has increased in recent years.

Der Bergbau in dieser Region hat in den letzten Jahren zugenommen.

B2 verb /straɪd/

stride

mit langen, entschlossenen Schritten gehen; Fortschritte machen

Meaning

to walk with long, decisive steps; to make progress

Example

She strode confidently across the stage.

Sie ging mit Zuversicht über die Bühne.

B2 noun /ˈæsɪd/

acid

sauer

Meaning

a chemical substance that reacts with bases and has a sour taste

Example

Lemons contain citric acid.

Zitronen enthalten Zitronensäure.

B2 verb dɪˈspætʃt

dispatched

versendet

Meaning

To send off to a destination or for a purpose.

Example

A team was dispatched quickly.

Ein Team wurde schnell versendet.

B2 noun /hɪˈstɔːriən/

historian

historiker

Meaning

a person who studies or writes about history

Example

The historian gave a lecture on ancient civilizations.

Der Historiker hielt einen Vortrag über antike Zivilisationen.

B2 verb /ɪnˈrɪtʃ/

enrich

bereichern

Meaning

To improve or enhance the quality or value of something.

Example

Space exploration enriches human understanding.

Weltraumforschung bereichert das menschliche Verständnis.

B2 adjective ˈnjuːtrəl

verurteilen

Meaning

to find someone guilty of a crime in a court of law

Example

The court convicted him of theft.

Das Gericht verurteilte ihn wegen Diebstahls.