B2 noun /ˌreɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃənz/

regulations

vorschriften

Meaning

Rules or directives made and maintained by an authority.

Example

Strict regulations ensure fair practices.

Strenge Vorschriften sorgen für faire Praktiken.

B2 adverb /ˈhev.ɪ.li/

Heavily

schwer; stark

Meaning

with great weight; to a great degree; intensely

Example

It rained heavily throughout the night.

Es regnete schwer die ganze Nacht.

B2 adjective /ˈstaɪ.lɪʃ/

Stylish

modisch und attraktiv; mit Eleganz oder Geschmack im Aussehen

Meaning

fashionable and attractive; having elegance or taste in appearance

Example

She wore a stylish dress to the party.

Sie trug ein stylisches Kleid auf der Party.

B2 noun /treɪt/

Trait

Eigenschaft

Meaning

a distinguishing quality or characteristic of a person; an inherited feature

Example

Patience is an important trait for anyone working with children.

Geduld ist eine wichtige Eigenschaft für jeden, der mit Kindern arbeitet.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈtʃeɪndʒəbəl/

Unchangeable

unveränderlich; fest;

Meaning

not able to be changed or altered; fixed and permanent

Example

The laws of physics are unchangeable principles that govern the universe.

Die Gesetze der Physik sind unveränderliche Prinzipien, die das Universum regieren.

B2 noun /əkˌsɛs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

accessibility

Zugänglichkeit

Meaning

Accessibility or availability, easy availability of any place or service.

Example

Improved accessibility helps people with disabilities.

Verbesserte Zugänglichkeit hilft Menschen mit Behinderungen.

B2 adjective /əˈbʌndənt/

abundant

reichlich

Meaning

existing or available in large quantities; plentiful

Example

The garden was abundant with colorful flowers.

Der Garten war voller bunter Blumen.

B2 adjective /ˈtraɪbəl/

tribal

Meaning

relating to a tribe or tribes, especially indigenous people

Example

The tribal community has preserved its culture for centuries.

Die tribale Gemeinschaft hat ihre Kultur über Jahrhunderte bewahrt.

B2 noun /ˈpæs.taɪm/

Pastime

Freizeitbeschäftigung

Meaning

an activity done regularly for enjoyment; a hobby or recreational activity

Example

Reading books is her favorite pastime during weekends.

Bücher lesen ist ihr Lieblingsfreizeitbeschäftigung an den Wochenenden.

B2 adverb /ʌnˈnesəserəli/

Unnecessarily

unnötigerweise

Meaning

to a greater extent than is needed; without necessity

Example

Don't worry unnecessarily about the exam.

Mach dir keine unnötigen Sorgen über die Prüfung.

B2 adjective /ˈɑːrbɪˌtrɛri/

arbitrary

willkürlich

Meaning

based on random choice or personal whim, rather than reason or system

Example

The teacher's arbitrary grading upset many students.

Die willkürliche Benotung des Lehrers verärgerte viele Schüler.

B2 noun ˈɪnəveɪtɪv tuːlz

innovative tools

innovative Werkzeuge

Meaning

Creative devices or advanced technologies that introduce new methods or approaches to accomplish tasks.

Example

Teachers use innovative tools to enhance classroom learning.

Lehrer verwenden innovative Werkzeuge, um das Lernen im Klassenzimmer zu verbessern.

B2 noun /ˈʃepərd/

Shepherd

Hirte

Meaning

a person who tends and guards sheep

Example

The shepherd guided his flock to the green pasture.

Der Hirte führte seine Herde auf die grüne Weide.

B2 verb /ɪnˈtɛnsɪfaɪ/

intensify

intensivieren

Meaning

To make something stronger, more extreme, or more forceful.

Example

The storm is expected to intensify overnight.

Der Sturm wird voraussichtlich über Nacht intensiver werden.

B2 adjective /hɑːrˈmoʊ.ni.əs/

harmonious

harmonisch, abgestimmt, einheitlich

Meaning

Characterized by agreement or concord; forming a pleasing or consistent whole.

Example

A harmonious work environment boosts productivity.

Ein harmonisches Arbeitsumfeld steigert die Produktivität.

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 noun

Longing

Sehnsucht; Verlangen

B2 noun /siːdʒ/

Sieze

belagerung

Meaning

a military operation to capture a place by surrounding it and cutting off supplies

Example

The siege of the castle lasted for three months.

Die Belagerung der Burg dauerte drei Monate.

B2 adjective /dɪsˈɡreɪsfəl/

Disgraceful

beschämend; ehrenrührig; verdächtig

Meaning

shameful; bringing dishonor; worthy of condemnation

Example

His disgraceful behavior shocked everyone at the party.

Sein beschämendes Verhalten schockierte alle auf der Party.

B2 noun/verb /ɔːˈdɪʃən/

audition

Vorsprechen

Meaning

A trial performance by an actor, singer, or musician to demonstrate suitability for a role.

Example

She auditioned for the lead role in the school play.

Sie hat für die Hauptrolle im Schulstück vorgesprochen.

B2 noun /ˈpesɪˌmɪzəm/

pessimism

Pessimismus

Meaning

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

Example

Her constant pessimism made it hard to stay optimistic.

Ihr ständiger Pessimismus machte es schwer, optimistisch zu bleiben.

B2 verb baɪnd

bind

binden

Meaning

To tie, fasten, or hold together securely.

Example

This force binds quarks together.

Diese Kraft bindet Quarks zusammen.

B2 noun /ˈfeɪbəl/

fable

Fabel

Meaning

a short story, typically featuring animals as characters, that conveys a moral lesson

Example

Aesop’s fables are famous for teaching valuable lessons through simple stories.

Äsops Fabeln sind berühmt dafür, wertvolle Lektionen durch einfache Geschichten zu lehren.

B2 noun /ˈædvəkəsi/

advocacy

Fürsprache

Meaning

public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy

Example

Her advocacy for children's rights earned her international recognition.

Ihre Fürsprache für Kinderrechte verschaffte ihr internationale Anerkennung.

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 /ˌʌnəˈfɪʃ.əl/

Unofficial

inoffiziell

Meaning

not officially authorized or confirmed; informal

Example

The unofficial results showed a close race.

Die inoffiziellen Ergebnisse zeigten ein knappes Rennen.

B2 noun /soʊp keɪs/

Soap case

Seifenbox

Meaning

a container used to store soap

Example

She bought a beautiful soap case for the bathroom.

Sie kaufte eine schöne Seifenbox für das Badezimmer.

B2 noun/verb ˈven.tʃər

venture

risikoreiches Unternehmen, Unternehmung, sich wagen

Meaning

A risky or daring journey or undertaking; a business enterprise involving considerable risk.

Example

His new venture into e-commerce proved successful.

Sein neues Unternehmen im E-Commerce war erfolgreich.

B2 noun /ˈsɒr.oʊ/

Sorrow

Traurigkeit; Kummer;

Meaning

a feeling of deep distress caused by loss or disappointment

Example

His heart was filled with sorrow after the tragedy.

Sein Herz war nach der Tragödie mit Traurigkeit erfüllt.

B2 adjective /ˈsteɪʃəˌneri/

stationary

unbeweglich

Meaning

Not moving or not intended to be moved.

Example

The car remained stationary at the red light.

Das Auto blieb an der roten Ampel unbeweglich.

B2 noun /ˈæŋk.lət/

Anklet

Fußkette

Meaning

a piece of jewelry worn around the ankle

Example

She wore a beautiful silver anklet on her left foot.

Sie trug ein schönes silbernes Fußkettchen an ihrem linken Fuß.

B2 noun /ˈʃʌtəl/

shuttle

ein Fahrzeug, das regelmäßig zwischen zwei Orten fährt

Meaning

a vehicle or craft that travels regularly between two places.

Example

The airport shuttle runs every 30 minutes.

Der Flughafen-Shuttle fährt alle 30 Minuten.

B2 adjective /ˈpæsɪv/

passive

passiv; (Grammatik) Passivform

Meaning

not actively responding or participating; in grammar, denoting the voice in which the subject undergoes the action

Example

Instead of taking charge, he remained passive during the meeting.

Anstatt die Kontrolle zu übernehmen, blieb er während des Treffens passiv.

B2 adjective /fəˈbɪd.ən/

Forbidden

verboten; untersagt; illegal

Meaning

not allowed; prohibited; banned

Example

Smoking is strictly forbidden in this building.

Rauchen ist in diesem Gebäude streng verboten.

B2 noun, verb /ˈdeɪ.bjuː/

debut

Debüt

Meaning

The first public appearance or performance of someone or something.

Example

The young actor made his debut on the big stage.

Der junge Schauspieler gab sein Debüt auf der großen Bühne.

B2 noun /kɜːrv/

Curve

Kurve

Meaning

a line or outline that gradually deviates from being straight; a bend or turn in a road or path

Example

The driver slowed down as he approached the sharp curve in the mountain road.

Der Fahrer verlangsamte, als er sich der scharfen Kurve auf der Bergstraße näherte.

B2 noun/verb /bʌk/

buck

männliches Reh / sich widersetzen

Meaning

A male deer; also to resist or oppose strongly.

Example

The horse began to buck wildly as the rider tried to hold on.

Das Pferd begann wild zu bucken, als der Reiter versuchte, sich festzuhalten.

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 (plural) /ˈtæk.tɪks/

tactics

Taktiken

Meaning

specific methods or actions used to achieve a goal, especially in military or competition

Example

The team changed their tactics to win the game.

Das Team änderte seine Taktiken, um das Spiel zu gewinnen.

B2 noun /ʃɪt/

shit

Scheiße

Meaning

a vulgar term for feces or excrement

Example

The dog made a mess by leaving its shit on the floor.

Der Hund hat Unordnung gemacht, indem er seine Scheiße auf dem Boden hinterlassen hat.

B2 noun /slʌm/

Slum

Elendsviertel

Meaning

a poor urban area with substandard housing and squalid conditions

Example

The government is working to improve conditions in the slum.

Die Regierung arbeitet daran, die Bedingungen im Elendsviertel zu verbessern.

B2 verb /ˌdɪskəˈnɛkt/

disconnect

trennen

Meaning

to detach or separate from a connection or source

Example

Please disconnect the charger from the power outlet.

bitte trennen sie das ladegerät vom stromnetz

B2 adjective /ˈhelp.ləs/

Helpless

hilflos; machtlos; verletzlich

Meaning

unable to defend oneself or act without help; powerless; vulnerable

Example

The child felt helpless when lost in the crowded market.

Das Kind fühlte sich hilflos, als es sich im überfüllten Markt verirrte.

B2 verb /ʌnˈtaɪ/

untie

lösen

Meaning

to loosen or remove a knot or binding; to release something that is tied

Example

She untied the rope to free the boat.

Sie löste das Seil, um das Boot zu befreien.

B2 adjective /ˌʌnɪnˈtenʃənəl/

Unintentional

unabsichtlich; versehentlich

Meaning

not done on purpose; accidental

Example

The damage to the car was unintentional.

Der Schaden am Auto war unbeabsichtigt.

B2 noun /pəˈræmɪtər/

parameter

Parameter

Meaning

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

Example

We need to set clear parameters for this project.

Wir müssen klare Parameter für dieses Projekt festlegen.

B2 adjective /ˈsɛkʃʊəl/

sexual

sexuell

Meaning

relating to the instincts, physiological processes, and activities connected with physical attraction or intimate physical contact between individuals

Example

The sexual health of individuals is an important topic in modern medicine.

Die sexuelle Gesundheit von Individuen ist ein wichtiges Thema in der modernen Medizin.

B2 noun /kəˈmændər/

Commander

Kommandant

Meaning

a person in authority over a military unit; leader of armed forces

Example

The commander ordered his troops to advance.

Der Kommandant befahl seinen Truppen, vorzurücken.

B2 noun /ˈvæmpaɪər/

vampire

Glück

Meaning

a mythical creature that sucks blood from the living; metaphorically, a person who exploits others

Example

In folklore, a vampire rises at night to drink human blood.

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

B2 verb /skwiːz/

squeeze

drücken

Meaning

to press something firmly, especially from all sides in order to extract or compress it

Example

She squeezed the toothpaste to get the last bit.

Sie drückte die Zahnpastatube, um das letzte Stück herauszubekommen.

B2 noun /ˈfriː.kwən.si/

Frequency

Häufigkeit

Meaning

the rate at which something occurs or is repeated over a particular period of time

Example

The frequency of earthquakes in this region has increased dramatically over the past decade.

Die Häufigkeit von Erdbeben in dieser Region hat in den letzten zehn Jahren dramatisch zugenommen.

B2 noun /ˈfoʊ.bi.ə/

Phobia

irrational Angst; Abneigung

Meaning

an extreme or irrational fear of or aversion to something

Example

She has a phobia of spiders.

Sie hat eine Phobie vor Spinnen.

B2 verb /ˈsʌməraɪz/

summarize

zusammenfassen

Meaning

To give a brief statement of the main points of something

Example

She summarized the report in just a few minutes.

Sie fasste den Bericht in nur wenigen Minuten zusammen.

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 adjective /pəˈluː.tɪd/

polluted

verschmutzt

Meaning

Contaminated with harmful or poisonous substances.

Example

Polluted air causes severe health problems.

Verschmutzte Luft verursacht schwere Gesundheitsprobleme.

B2 noun /ˈbɜːrdn/

burden

last

Meaning

a heavy load, especially one that is difficult to carry

Example

The financial burden was too heavy for him to bear.

Die finanzielle Last war zu schwer für ihn.

B2 noun /ˈdiːtʊr/

detour

Umweg

Meaning

A longer or less direct route taken to avoid something or reach a destination.

Example

We had to take a detour because the main road was closed.

Wir mussten einen Umweg nehmen, weil die Hauptstraße gesperrt war.

B2 adjective /kənˈsɜːvətɪv/

conservative

konservativ

Meaning

Favoring traditional views and values; resistant to change.

Example

He has conservative views on family and society.

Er hat konservative Ansichten über Familie und Gesellschaft.

B2 adjective /əkˈsɛsəbl/

accessible

zugänglich

Meaning

easy to reach, use, or understand

Example

The museum is easily accessible by public transport.

Das Museum ist leicht mit öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln erreichbar.

B2 adjective /ˌʌndɪˈveləpt/

Undeveloped

nicht entwickelt; unreif; primitiv

Meaning

not yet developed; immature or primitive

Example

The undeveloped land was later turned into a park.

Das unentwickelte Land wurde später in einen Park umgewandelt.

B2 adjective /ˈɛv.ə.ɡriːn/

evergreen

immergrün

Meaning

Remaining green and functional throughout the year; not shedding leaves seasonally.

Example

Evergreen trees like pine and fir stay green year-round.

Immergrüne Bäume wie Kiefern und Tannen bleiben das ganze Jahr über grün.

B2 verb /əˈbændən/

abandon

aufgeben

Meaning

to give up completely; to leave permanently

Example

They had to abandon their house due to flooding.

Sie mussten ihr Haus wegen der Überschwemmung aufgeben.

B2 verb /straɪv/

strive

streben

Meaning

To make great efforts to achieve or obtain something.

Example

She strives to be the best student in her class.

Sie strebt danach, die beste Schülerin in ihrer Klasse zu sein.

B2 adjective /ˈlɪb.ər.əl/

Liberal

liberal; tolerant; großzügig; fortschrittlich im Denken

Meaning

open-minded; tolerant; generous; progressive in thinking

Example

She has a liberal attitude towards different cultures and beliefs.

Sie hat eine liberale Einstellung gegenüber verschiedenen Kulturen und Überzeugungen.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪv(ə)rəbəl/

unfavorable

ungünstig

Meaning

not beneficial or advantageous; showing disapproval or opposition

Example

The proposal received an unfavorable response from the committee.

Der Vorschlag erhielt eine ungünstige Antwort vom Komitee.

B2 adjective /ˈfeɪvərəbl/

favourable

günstig

Meaning

Expressing approval, support, or positivity; advantageous or beneficial

Example

The weather conditions were favourable for the outdoor event.

Die Wetterbedingungen waren günstig für die Veranstaltung im Freien.

B2 noun /ˈkɒmənˌtɛri/

commentary

Kommentar

Meaning

An expression of opinions or explanations about an event, situation, or text.

Example

The professor's commentary on the novel was insightful.

Der Kommentar des Professors zum Roman war aufschlussreich.

B2 verb /kənˈsoʊl/

console

trösten

Meaning

to comfort someone who is sad or disappointed; to provide solace

Example

She tried to console her friend after the loss.

Sie versuchte, ihre Freundin nach dem Verlust zu trösten.

B2 verb /ɪˈrɛkt/

erect

errichten

Meaning

to build or construct something; to set upright

Example

They erected a statue in the town square.

Sie errichteten eine Statue auf dem Marktplatz.

B2 adjective /ˈwɪt.i/

Witty

witzig; klug

Meaning

having or showing quick intelligence; amusing in a clever way

Example

Her witty response to the critic's question impressed the entire audience.

Ihre witzige Antwort auf die Frage des Kritikers beeindruckte das ganze Publikum.

B2 noun /ɒpˈtɪʃən/

optician

Optiker

Meaning

A person who makes or sells glasses and contact lenses.

Example

The optician adjusted my new glasses to fit better.

Der Optiker passte meine neuen Brillen so an, dass sie besser passten.

B2 noun /stɑːr fɪʃ/

Star fish

Seestern

Meaning

a marine echinoderm with five or more radiating arms, typically found on the sea floor

Example

The starfish slowly moved across the ocean floor searching for food.

Der Seestern bewegte sich langsam über den Meeresboden auf der Suche nach Nahrung.

B2 verb /ˈkɒmpənseɪtɪd/

compensated

entschädigt

Meaning

to have been given something, typically money, as a recompense for loss, suffering, or work done

Example

The workers were compensated for their overtime hours.

Die Arbeiter wurden für ihre Überstunden entschädigt.

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 adjective /ˌɪn.trəˈdʌk.tər.i/

introductory

einführend

Meaning

Serving as an introduction; preliminary or preparatory.

Example

The professor gave an introductory lecture on economics.

Der Professor hielt einen einführenden Vortrag über Wirtschaft.

B2 phrase teɪk ˈpɜː.sən.əl.i

take personally

persönlich nehmen

Meaning

To interpret someone's words or actions as a personal attack or criticism.

Example

Don't take it personally, he didn't mean to upset you.

Nimm es nicht persönlich, er wollte dich nicht verärgern.

B2 adjective /leɪm/

Lame

lahm; hinkend

Meaning

unable to walk normally because of an injury or illness affecting the leg or foot; weak and unconvincing

Example

The injured horse was lame and couldn't walk properly.

Das verletzte Pferd war lahm und konnte nicht richtig laufen.

B2 noun /ˌdʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

justification

Rechtfertigung

Meaning

a reason, explanation, or excuse that shows something is right or reasonable

Example

There is no justification for such rude behavior.

Es gibt keine Rechtfertigung für so ein unhöfliches Verhalten.

B2 verb kəˈlæbəreɪt

collaborate

zusammenarbeiten

Meaning

To work jointly with others, especially in an intellectual endeavor; cooperate.

Example

Volunteers often collaborate with local organizations.

Freiwillige arbeiten oft mit lokalen Organisationen zusammen.

B2 noun /mʌŋk/

Monk

Mönch

Meaning

a man who is a member of a religious community living under vows

Example

The monk spent hours in meditation each day.

Der Mönch verbrachte jeden Tag Stunden in der Meditation.

B2 noun /ˌvɛrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

verification

Verifizierung

Meaning

The process of establishing the truth, accuracy, or validity of something.

Example

The bank requires verification of identity before opening an account.

Die Bank verlangt eine Identitätsverifizierung, bevor ein Konto eröffnet wird.

B2 noun /ɡoʊl ˈsɛt.ɪŋ/

goal-setting

Zielsetzung

Meaning

The process of identifying something that you want to accomplish and establishing measurable objectives to achieve it.

Example

Effective goal-setting helps individuals stay focused and motivated.

Effektive Zielsetzung hilft Einzelpersonen, fokussiert und motiviert zu bleiben.

B2 adjective /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idle

faul; inaktiv; nicht arbeitend

Meaning

lazy; inactive; not working or being used

Example

The factory workers were idle during the strike.

Die Fabrikarbeiter waren während des Streiks inaktiv.

B2 noun /kaʊtʃ/

Couch

Meaning

a long upholstered seat for more than one person, typically with a back and arms

Example

The family gathered on the couch to watch a movie.

Die Familie versammelte sich auf dem Sofa, um einen Film zu sehen.

B2 verb /əbˈzɔːrb/

absorb

absorbieren

Meaning

to take in or soak up a liquid, energy, or information

Example

The sponge absorbed all the water.

Der Schwamm hat alles Wasser absorbiert.

B2 noun /ˈɒpəreɪtər/

operator

Operator

Meaning

a person who operates equipment, a business, or controls something

Example

The machine operator ensured that everything ran smoothly.

Der Maschinenoperator stellte sicher, dass alles reibungslos lief.

B2 noun /ˈʌndərˌteɪkɪŋ/

undertaking

Unternehmen

Meaning

A task, project, or responsibility that someone agrees to do.

Example

Starting a new company is a difficult undertaking.

Ein neues Unternehmen zu gründen ist ein schwieriges Unternehmen.

B2 verb, adjective /ɪˈlæbəreɪt/ (verb), /ɪˈlæbərət/ (adjective)

elaborate

ausführen / detailliert und kompliziert in der Gestaltung

Meaning

verb: to explain something in detail; adjective: detailed and complicated in design

Example

She asked him to elaborate on his proposal.

Sie bat ihn, seine Vorschläge weiter auszuführen.

B2 noun /ˈkæs.ər.oʊl bɑːks/

Casserole box

Auflaufform

Meaning

a covered dish used for cooking and serving food, especially baked dishes

Example

The casserole box kept the food warm during the dinner party.

Die Auflaufform hielt das Essen während der Dinnerparty warm.

B2 noun /diːd/

Deed

Tat; Heldentat; Rechtsdokument;

Meaning

an action that is performed intentionally or consciously; a legal document showing ownership

Example

His heroic deed saved the child from drowning in the river.

Seine heldenhafte Tat rettete das Kind vor dem Ertrinken im Fluss.

B2 adjective /swɪft/

swift

schnell

Meaning

moving very quickly; happening promptly

Example

The river current was swift after the heavy rain.

Nach dem heftigen Regen war die Stroemung des Flusses rasch.

B2 adjective /ʌnˌkənˈfɜːmd/

Unconfirmed

nicht bestätigt; nicht verifiziert;

Meaning

not confirmed as true or definite; not verified or substantiated

Example

The report remains unconfirmed until we receive official verification.

Der Bericht bleibt unbestätigt, bis wir eine offizielle Bestätigung erhalten.

B2 noun /mɪˈθɒlədʒi/

mythology

Mythologie

Meaning

A collection of myths, especially belonging to a particular culture or religion.

Example

Greek mythology is filled with stories of gods and heroes.

Die griechische Mythologie ist voller Geschichten von Göttern und Helden.

B2 noun /ˈkɒnsənənt/

consonant

Konsonant

Meaning

A speech sound produced by blocking air flow, or a letter representing such a sound.

Example

The word 'cat' has two consonants and one vowel.

Das Wort 'Katze' hat zwei Konsonanten und einen Vokal.

B2 verb dɪsˈrʌpt

disrupt

stören

Meaning

To interrupt or disturb the normal progress or activity of something.

Example

Individual pursuits disrupt social harmony.

Individuelle Bestrebungen stören die soziale Harmonie.

B2 noun /rɪˈsɛs/

recess

Pause

Meaning

A short break from work or school; also a small space set back in a wall.

Example

The children played outside during recess.

Die Kinder spielten während der Pause draußen.

B2 noun /ɪmˈpɒlɪtnəs/

impoliteness

Unhöflichkeit

Meaning

lack of good manners or courtesy; rude behavior

Example

His impoliteness towards the guests shocked everyone.

Seine Unhöflichkeit gegenüber den Gästen schockierte alle.

B2 verb /reɪp/

rape

Vergewaltigung

Meaning

to force someone to have sexual intercourse without their consent

Example

The law strictly punishes those who commit rape.

Das Gesetz bestraft streng diejenigen, die Vergewaltigung begehen.

B2 verb əˈpɔɪn.tɪd

appointed

ernannt

Meaning

Assign a job or role to someone; designate someone to a position.

Example

Appointed officials carry significant responsibilities.

Ernannte Beamte tragen wichtige Verantwortung.

B2 verb /ˌɪntərˈfɪər/

interfere

Glück

Meaning

to become involved in something that is not your concern; to hinder or obstruct

Example

Parents should not interfere in their children’s personal choices.

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

B2 adjective, noun /ɪzˈreɪli/

israeli

israelisch

Meaning

relating to Israel or its people; a person from Israel

Example

She works for an Israeli company.

Sie arbeitet für ein israelisches Unternehmen.

B2 noun /ˈsəʊ.ʃəl.ɪ.zəm/

socialism

sozialismus

Meaning

An economic system where the means of production are owned by the state or community.

Example

In socialism, resources are distributed equally among citizens.

Im Sozialismus werden Ressourcen gleichmäßig unter den Bürgern verteilt.

B2 noun /ˈwɪd.oʊ.ər/

Widower

Witwer

Meaning

a man whose wife has died and who has not married again

Example

The elderly widower lived alone but had regular visits from his children.

Der ältere Witwer lebte allein, aber er hatte regelmäßige Besuche von seinen Kindern.

B2 noun /koʊl/

coal

Kohle

Meaning

a black or dark brown rock used as fuel, formed from decomposed plant matter

Example

The factory still uses coal as its main source of energy.

Die Fabrik verwendet immer noch Kohle als ihre Hauptquelle für Energie.

B2 adjective /səˈpɔːtɪv/

supportive

unterstützend

Meaning

providing encouragement or emotional help to someone

Example

She was very supportive during my difficult times.

Sie war während meiner schwierigen Zeiten sehr unterstützend.

B2 noun /kənˈstreɪnt/

constraint

beschränkung

Meaning

a limitation or restriction

Example

Time is the biggest constraint in completing the project.

Zeit ist die größte Einschränkung bei der Fertigstellung des Projekts.

B2 verb /ˌdaɪəɡˈnoʊz/

diagnose

diagnostizieren

Meaning

To identify a disease, condition, or problem by examining symptoms.

Example

The doctor diagnosed him with pneumonia.

Der Arzt diagnostizierte ihn mit einer Lungenentzündung.

B2 adjective /ˈtrʌst.wɜː.ði/

Trustworthy

zuverlässig

Meaning

able to be relied on as honest or truthful; deserving of trust

Example

He is a trustworthy friend who always keeps his promises.

Er ist ein vertrauenswürdiger Freund, der immer sein Wort hält.

B2 adverb /ˈkæʒ.u.ə.li/

Casually

gelegentlich; auf entspannte und informelle Weise

Meaning

in a relaxed and informal way; without much thought or preparation

Example

He casually mentioned that he was leaving.

Er erwähnte es beiläufig, dass er ging.

B2 adjective /self səˈfɪʃənt/

Self-sufficient

selbstgenügsam

Meaning

able to provide for oneself without depending on others

Example

The farm is completely self-sufficient in producing vegetables.

Der Bauernhof ist vollständig selbstgenügsam in der Gemüseproduktion.

B2 noun /mjuːl/

Mule

Muli

Meaning

the offspring of a donkey and a horse, used as a working animal

Example

The farmer used a mule to carry heavy loads.

Der Bauer benutzte einen Muli, um schwere Lasten zu tragen.

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 adjective /ˈneɪvəl/

naval

marine

Meaning

relating to a country's navy or military ships

Example

The country invested heavily in naval defense.

Das Land investierte stark in die marine Verteidigung.

B2 adjective /ˈɡɪf.tɪd/

Gifted

begabt; talentiert

Meaning

having exceptional talent or ability; talented;

Example

She is a gifted musician who plays multiple instruments.

Sie ist eine talentierte Musikerin, die mehrere Instrumente spielt.

B2 noun /ˈfɪks.tʃər/

fixture

festes Objekt, installierte Vorrichtung

Meaning

a permanent or fixed object, often in a house or building

Example

The bathroom fixture was installed yesterday.

Das Badezimmergerät wurde gestern installiert.

B2 adjective /hɪˈroʊɪk/

heroic

heldenhaft

Meaning

showing great bravery or courage; relating to a hero or heroes

Example

The firefighter made a heroic effort to save the child.

Der Feuerwehrmann unternahm einen heldenhaften Versuch, das Kind zu retten.

B2 verb ˈfaɪ.nəl.aɪz

finalize

finalisieren

Meaning

To complete arrangements for something; put into final form.

Example

The treaty was finalized after the discussions.

Der Vertrag wurde nach den Diskussionen finalisiert.

B2 noun /kənˈfɛʃən/

confession

Geständnis

Meaning

a statement admitting that one is guilty of a crime or has done something wrong

Example

The suspect made a full confession to the police.

Der Verdächtige legte der Polizei ein vollständiges Geständnis ab.

B2 noun /dɪˈpen.dənt/

Dependent

abhängig; auf Unterhalt angewiesen

Meaning

a person who relies on another for financial support; someone who depends on others

Example

As a tax dependent, she could not file her own tax return separately.

Als steuerpflichtiger Abhängiger konnte sie ihre eigene Steuererklärung nicht separat einreichen.

B2 adjective /ˈkrɒnɪk/

chronic

chronisch

Meaning

Lasting for a long time or constantly recurring, often describing illness.

Example

She suffers from chronic back pain.

Sie leidet an chronischen Rückenschmerzen.

B2 verb, noun /stæb/

stab

erstechen

Meaning

to pierce or wound with a pointed weapon or object

Example

He was stabbed in the back during the altercation.

Er wurde während des Streits in den Rücken gestochen.