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B2 verb /rɪˈdʒɔɪs/

rejoice

sich freuen
Meaning
to feel or show great joy; to celebrate
Example
The family rejoices at the good news.
Die Familie freut sich über die guten Nachrichten.
B2 noun /ˈɑːrkaɪvz/

archives

Archive
Meaning
A place or collection where historical records and documents are stored.
Example
She visited the national archives to research her family history.
Sie besuchte die nationalen Archive, um die Familiengeschichte zu erforschen.
B2 noun /ˈwɪldərnəs/

Wilderness

Wildnis; unberührtes Gebiet; Wüste
Meaning
an uncultivated, uninhabited, and inhospitable region; a wild or uncultivated state
Example
They got lost in the wilderness for three days.
Sie haben sich drei Tage lang in der Wildnis verirrt.
C1 noun /ˌvɜːbəlɪˈzeɪʃən/

verbalization

Verbalisation
Meaning
The action of expressing something in words.
Example
The verbalization of his thoughts was clear and direct.
Die Verbalisation seiner Gedanken war klar und direkt.
B2 adjective /ˈmɪl.ki waɪt/

Milky white

milchweiß
Meaning
a pure white color resembling milk
Example
The clouds looked milky white against the blue sky.
Die Wolken sahen milchig weiß aus gegen den blauen Himmel.
B2 adjective əˈkwætɪk

aquatic

aquatisch
Meaning
Growing or living in or near water; of or relating to water.
Example
Aquatic species are being endangered by pollution.
Aquatische Arten sind durch Verschmutzung bedroht.
C2 noun /oʊf/

Oaf

eine tollpatschige, dumme oder unsensible Person
Meaning
a clumsy, stupid, or insensitive person
Example
Don't be such an oaf - handle the dishes carefully!
Sei kein Oaf – gehe mit den Tellern vorsichtig um!
C1 noun /ˈmɛdli/

medley

Mischung
Meaning
A mixture of different things, especially musical tunes combined together.
Example
The band played a medley of popular songs.
Die Band spielte eine Mischung aus populären Liedern.
B2 verb /ɪnˈkʌmpəs/

encompass

einbeziehen
Meaning
To include comprehensively; to surround or encircle.
Example
The project will encompass all aspects of rural development.
Das Projekt wird alle Aspekte der ländlichen Entwicklung einbeziehen.
C2 adjective /sɪmˈfoʊniəs/

symphonious

symphonisch
Meaning
Harmonious; producing a pleasant sound or agreement of sound.
Example
The choir's voices were symphonious and filled the hall with beauty.
Die Stimmen des Chores klangen symphonisch und füllten den Saal mit Schönheit.
C2 noun /fiːf/

fief

ein Landbesitz, der unter dem Feudalsystem gehalten wird; ein Bereich oder Gebiet der Kontrolle
Meaning
an estate of land held under the feudal system; a domain or area of control
Example
The knight was granted a fief by the lord for his service.
Der Ritter erhielt ein Lehen vom Herrn für seinen Dienst.
C2 verb /ˈmɔːndər/

maunder

sinnlos reden
Meaning
To speak or move aimlessly and incoherently.
Example
He maundered on about his old memories.
Er redete sinnlos über seine alten Erinnerungen.
B2 noun /ˈpeɪtrən/

patron

Mäzen
Meaning
a person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, or cause
Example
The library is supported by generous patrons.
Die Bibliothek wird von großzügigen Mäzenen unterstützt.
A2 noun /mæθ/

math

Mathematik
Meaning
The study of numbers, quantities, and shapes, also called mathematics.
Example
She is very good at math.
Sie ist sehr gut in Mathematik.
C1 adjective /ˈtɛmpərd/

tempered

gemäßigt
Meaning
having a specified temper or disposition; strengthened or moderated.
Example
She gave a tempered response to the criticism.
Sie gab eine gemäßigte Antwort auf die Kritik.
C1 noun /ˈʃæsi/

chassis

Fahrgestell des Fahrzeugs
Meaning
the base frame of a vehicle or other wheeled machine
Example
The mechanic examined the car's chassis for damage.
Der Mechaniker überprüfte das Fahrgestell des Autos auf Schäden.
C2 adjective /əbˈsiːkwɪəs/

obsequious

kriecherisch
Meaning
Excessively obedient or attentive in a servile way.
Example
The waiter gave an obsequious bow to every customer.
Der Kellner machte eine kriecherische Verbeugung vor jedem Kunden.
C2 adjective /ˈdɪsənənt/

dissonant

dissonant
Meaning
Harsh and lacking harmony; conflicting.
Example
The orchestra produced a dissonant sound during rehearsal.
Das Orchester erzeugte während der Probe einen dissonanten Klang.
C1 verb /flaʊt/

flout

missachten
Meaning
To openly disregard or show contempt for a rule or law.
Example
The company was fined for flouting environmental regulations.
Das Unternehmen wurde mit einer Geldstrafe belegt, weil es gegen Umweltvorschriften verstoßen hat.
B1 noun /ɪˌlɛkˈtrɒnɪks/

electronics

Elektronik
Meaning
the branch of physics and technology dealing with circuits and devices using transistors, microchips, and other components
Example
He studied electronics at university.
Er hat Elektronik an der Universität studiert.
C1 adjective /əˌpɒk.əˈlɪp.tɪk/

apocalyptic

apokalyptisch
Meaning
Describing the end of the world, or something catastrophic and disastrous.
Example
The movie depicts an apocalyptic future after a nuclear war.
Der Film zeigt eine apokalyptische Zukunft nach einem Atomkrieg.
B2 noun /ˈfɪlmˌmeɪkər/

filmmaker

Filmemacher
Meaning
a person who makes films, typically as a profession
Example
He is a well-known filmmaker in the industry.
Er ist ein sehr bekannter Filmemacher in der Branche.
B2 noun, verb, adjective /ræŋk/

rank

Rang
Meaning
A position in a hierarchy; to place in order according to importance or quality.
Example
She quickly rose to a senior rank in the company.
Sie stieg schnell in der Firma auf und erreichte einen höheren Rang.
C2 adjective /əˌnækrəˈnɪstɪk/

anachronistic

anachronistisch
Meaning
belonging to a period other than that being portrayed; old-fashioned or outdated
Example
His views on gender roles are considered anachronistic.
Seine Ansichten über Geschlechterrollen gelten als anachronistisch.
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.
B1 noun /ˈbluː.ber.i/

Blueberry

Blaubeere
Meaning
a small round blue fruit that grows on bushes
Example
She picked fresh blueberries for the pie.
Sie pflückte frische Blaubeeren für den Kuchen.
C2 verb /ˈhɜːrtl/

hurtle

rasen
Meaning
To move or cause to move at great speed, often in a dangerous way.
Example
The car hurtled down the mountain road.
Das Auto raste die Bergstraße hinunter.
A1 pronoun /huː/

who

wer
Meaning
used to ask about a person or people
Example
Who is coming to the party tonight?
Wer kommt heute Abend zur Party?
B2 noun /ˈɪnstɪŋkt/

instinct

Instinkt
Meaning
A natural way of behaving or reacting that does not require learning.
Example
Birds build nests by instinct.
Vögel bauen ihre Nester aus Instinkt.
B2 adverb /ˌnɛvəðəˈlɛs/

nevertheless

dennoch
Meaning
in spite of that; however
Example
He was tired; nevertheless, he kept working.
Er war müde; dennoch arbeitete er weiter.
A2 noun /ˈfer.i.teɪl/

Fairy-tale

Märchen
Meaning
a children's story about magical and imaginary beings and lands
Example
Children love listening to fairy-tales before bedtime.
Kinder lieben es, vor dem Schlafengehen Märchen zu hören.
C1 verb /ˈdʒɪtər/

jitter

zittern
Meaning
to shake or tremble slightly, often from fear, nervousness, or excitement
Example
He began to jitter nervously before giving his speech.
Er fing an, nervös zu zittern, bevor er seine Rede hielt.
A2 noun /kɔːrn/

Corn

Mais
Meaning
a tall cereal plant that produces kernels on large ears; maize
Example
We grilled corn on the cob for dinner.
Wir grillten Maiskolben zum Abendessen.
C1 adjective /ˈpɔːltri/

paltry

gering, unbedeutend
Meaning
small or meager; lacking in value or importance
Example
They offered him a paltry sum for his work.
Sie boten ihm einen geringen Betrag für seine Arbeit an.
C1 noun /ɪmˈpɜː.mə.nəns/

impermanence

Vergänglichkeit
Meaning
The state or fact of lasting for only a limited period of time.
Example
The philosophy of Buddhism emphasizes the impermanence of life.
Die buddhistische Philosophie betont die Vergänglichkeit des Lebens.
C1 verb /dɪˈpriːʃieɪt/

depreciate

abwerten
Meaning
to reduce in value over time
Example
Cars tend to depreciate quickly in their first few years.
Autos neigen dazu, schnell an Wert zu verlieren in den ersten Jahren.
C1 adjective /praɪˈmiːvəl/

primeval

urzeitlich
Meaning
Relating to the earliest ages in history; ancient and primitive.
Example
The explorers ventured into the primeval forest untouched by humans.
Die Entdecker wagten sich in den urzeitlichen Wald, der von Menschen unberührt war.
B1 adverb /ˈɪnstəntli/

instantly

sofort
Meaning
immediately, without any delay
Example
He replied instantly to the message.
Er antwortete sofort auf die Nachricht.
B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zər/

Razor

rasierer
Meaning
a sharp-edged instrument used for shaving hair from the skin
Example
He shaved his beard with a sharp razor.
Er hat sich mit einem scharfen Rasierer den Bart rasiert.
A2 noun /stres/

stress

Stress
Meaning
Physical, mental, or emotional strain or tension.
Example
Excessive stress can lead to health issues.
Übermäßiger Stress kann zu Gesundheitsproblemen führen.
C2 noun/adjective /rɪˈmɒnstrənt/

remonstrant

Protestierer
Meaning
A person who makes a forceful protest (noun); protesting or objecting (adjective).
Example
He was a remonstrant voice in the assembly.
Er war eine protestierende Stimme in der Versammlung.
C1 verb /ˈspɪərˌhɛd/

spearhead

anführen
Meaning
to lead or initiate an action, project, or movement
Example
She spearheaded the campaign for environmental awareness.
Sie führte die Kampagne für Umweltbewusstsein an.
B2 verb /səˈluːt/

salute

grüßen
Meaning
to greet with respect; to honor
Example
The soldiers saluted their commanding officer.
Die Soldaten grüßten ihren Kommandeur.
B2 verb /dɪˈsiːv/

deceive

täuschen
Meaning
To cause someone to believe something that is not true.
Example
He tried to deceive his friends with a fake story.
Er versuchte, seine Freunde mit einer falschen Geschichte zu täuschen.
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 /dɪˈtekt/

detect

erkennen
Meaning
to discover or identify the presence or existence of something; to notice something that is not immediately obvious
Example
The security system can detect movement in the building.
Das Sicherheitssystem kann Bewegung im Gebäude erkennen.
C2 noun/verb /ˈkɜːrtsi/

curtsy

Knicks
Meaning
a respectful bow made by women by bending the knees with one foot in front of the other
Example
She gave a quick curtsy before leaving the stage.
Sie machte einen schnellen Knicks, bevor sie die Bühne verließ.
C1 noun ˈɛf.lu.ənt

effluent

Abwasser oder kontaminiertes Wasser
Meaning
Liquid waste or sewage discharged into a river or the sea.
Example
Factory effluent contaminates nearby rivers and lakes.
Fabrikabwässer kontaminieren nahegelegene Flüsse und Seen.
B2 verb /rɪˈfreɪn/

refrain

verzichten
Meaning
To hold oneself back from doing something.
Example
Please refrain from smoking in this area.
Bitte verzichten Sie darauf, in diesem Bereich zu rauchen.
C1 verb /weɪd/

wade

durch das Wasser gehen
Meaning
to walk through water or another substance that impedes movement
Example
The children waded in the shallow river.
Die Kinder gingen durch den flachen Fluss.
B2 noun /ʌnˈkaɪndnəs/

unkindness

Unfreundlichkeit
Meaning
lack of kindness; cruel or inconsiderate behavior
Example
His unkindness hurt her feelings deeply.
Seine Unfreundlichkeit verletzte ihre Gefühle zutiefst.
C1 noun /ˈtɜːrmɪnəs/

terminus

Endstation
Meaning
the final point or end of something, especially the final station on a railway line
Example
The train finally arrived at the terminus after a long journey.
Der Zug kam nach einer langen Reise schließlich am Terminus an.
C2 noun /əˈdɛndəm/

addendum

Zusatz
Meaning
an additional item or piece of information added at the end of a document or book
Example
The report included an addendum with updated statistics.
Der Bericht enthielt einen Zusatz mit aktualisierten Statistiken.
B2 noun, verb /bluːm/

bloom

blühen
Meaning
to produce flowers; to develop or flourish; a flower or the state of flowering
Example
The roses bloom beautifully every spring.
Die Rosen blühen jeden Frühling wunderschön.
C2 adjective /ˌɪn.ɪˈlʌk.tə.bəl/

ineluctable

unvermeidlich
Meaning
Impossible to avoid or escape; inevitable.
Example
Death is an ineluctable part of human existence.
Der Tod ist ein unvermeidlicher Bestandteil der menschlichen Existenz.
C1 adjective /ˈdɒdʒi/

Dodgy

verdächtig; fragwürdig; unzuverlässig; riskant oder gefährlich
Meaning
suspicious; questionable; unreliable; risky or dangerous
Example
That deal sounds dodgy to me.
Dieser Deal klingt für mich verdächtig.
A2 noun /ˈsɒftweə/

software

Software
Meaning
the programs and other operating information used by a computer
Example
He installed the software to enhance the performance of his computer.
Er hat die Software installiert, um die Leistung seines Computers zu verbessern.
C2 noun /ˈhʌk.stər/

huckster

Marktschreier
Meaning
A person who sells small items aggressively, often in a showy or dishonest way.
Example
The huckster loudly promoted his goods in the busy marketplace.
Der Marktschreier bewarb laut seine Waren auf dem belebten Markt.
C1 adjective /ˈmɒsi/

Mossy

mit Moos bedeckt; Mooswachsend
Meaning
covered with moss; having moss growing on it
Example
The old tree trunk was mossy and covered with green vegetation.
Der alte Baumstamm war moosig und mit grüner Vegetation bedeckt.
C1 noun /ˈtʃaɪ.nə.weər/

China-ware

Porzellan-Geschirr
Meaning
dishes, plates, cups, and other tableware made of porcelain or fine ceramic
Example
The expensive china-ware was displayed in the cabinet.
Das teure Porzellan-Geschirr wurde im Schrank ausgestellt.
C1 verb /ɡeɪp/

gape

mit offenem Mund starren
Meaning
to stare with mouth wide open; to be wide open
Example
The crowd gaped at the amazing magic trick.
Die Menge starrte mit offenem Mund auf den erstaunlichen Zaubertrick.
C1 verb /rɪˈtælieɪt/

retaliate

rächen
Meaning
to make an attack in return for a similar attack
Example
The army retaliated after the enemy attack.
Die Armee rächte sich nach dem feindlichen Angriff.
C2 adjective /ˈstraɪ.eɪ.tɪd/

striated

gestreift
Meaning
marked with thin lines, grooves, or stripes
Example
The muscle fibers appeared striated under the microscope.
Die Muskelfasern erschienen unter dem Mikroskop gestreift.
B1 noun /ˈwɔːtərfɔːl/

Waterfall

Wasserfall
Meaning
a cascade of water falling from a height, formed when a river or stream flows over a precipice or steep incline
Example
The magnificent waterfall attracts thousands of tourists every year.
Der majestetische Wasserfall zieht jedes Jahr Tausende von Touristen an.
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.
A2 noun /θɔːts/

thoughts

Gedanken
Meaning
An idea or opinion produced by thinking, or occurring suddenly in the mind.
Example
Focus your thoughts on positive outcomes.
Konzentriere deine Gedanken auf positive Ergebnisse.
C1 adjective /ˈɪntrɪkət/

intricate

komplex
Meaning
very detailed, complex, and difficult to understand
Example
The artist created an intricate pattern on the wall.
Der Künstler hat ein komplexes Muster an die Wand gemalt.
C1 adjective /ɪˈmeʒərəbəl/

Immeasurable

unermesslich
Meaning
too large or extensive to measure; boundless
Example
The immeasurable love of a mother knows no bounds.
Die unermessliche Liebe einer Mutter kennt keine Grenzen.
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.
C2 noun /ˈfɔːθ.raɪt.nəs/

forthrightness

Direktheit
Meaning
The quality of being honest and straightforward; directness.
Example
Her forthrightness made her a respected journalist.
Ihre Forthrightness machte sie zu einer respektierten Journalistin.
C2 noun /ɪˌpɪstəˈmɒlədʒi/

epistemology

Epistemologie
Meaning
The branch of philosophy that studies the nature, origin, and scope of knowledge.
Example
Epistemology explores the difference between justified belief and opinion.
Epistemologie untersucht den Unterschied zwischen gerechtfertigtem Glauben und Meinung.
B2 noun ˈstræt.ɪ.dʒiz

strategies

Strategien
Meaning
A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim; the art of planning and directing operations.
Example
Effective strategies can mitigate climate change impacts.
Effektive Strategien können die Auswirkungen des Klimawandels mildern.
C1 noun /ˈhed.weɪ/

Headway

Fortschritt; Vorankommen; Entwicklung
Meaning
forward movement or progress, especially when this is slow or difficult
Example
Despite the challenges, the research team made significant headway in developing the new vaccine.
Trotz der Herausforderungen hat das Forschungsteam bedeutende Fortschritte bei der Entwicklung des neuen Impfstoffs gemacht.
B2 noun /kəˈlɛktər/

collector

Sammler
Meaning
a person who collects things as a hobby or job
Example
He is a stamp collector with thousands of rare items.
Er ist ein Briefmarkensammler mit Tausenden von seltenen Artikeln.
A1 noun /ˈkwes.tʃən/

Question

Frage; Fragezeichen;
Meaning
a sentence asking for information or a response; an interrogative expression
Example
The teacher asked a difficult question during the exam.
Der Lehrer stellte eine schwierige Frage während der Prüfung.
C1 adjective /ˈɜːrstwaɪl/

erstwhile

ehemalig
Meaning
former or in the past
Example
They were erstwhile friends but no longer speak.
Sie waren ehemals Freunde, sprechen aber jetzt nicht mehr.
C1 noun /lɒft/

loft

Dachgeschoss
Meaning
An upper room or space, often under the roof of a building.
Example
She converted the old loft into a modern studio.
Sie verwandelte das alte Dachgeschoss in ein modernes Studio.
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 noun /dɪˈtɛkʃən/

detection

Erkennung
Meaning
the action or process of identifying the presence of something
Example
The detection of fraud in the system was swift.
Die Erkennung von Betrug im System war schnell.
B2 verb /kəˈmɛns/

commence

beginnen
Meaning
to begin or start something
Example
The ceremony will commence at noon.
Die Zeremonie wird um Mittag beginnen.
B2 adjective /ˈhɒs.taɪl/

Hostile

feindlich; aggressiv; antagonistisch;
Meaning
unfriendly; aggressive; antagonistic;
Example
The hostile environment made it difficult to work.
Die feindliche Umgebung erschwerte die Arbeit.
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.
C2 noun məˌnɒp.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

monopolization

Monopolisierung
Meaning
The process by which a company gains exclusive control over a commercial activity.
Example
The monopolization of industries can limit consumer choices.
Die Monopolisierung der Industrien kann die Verbraucherwahl einschränken.
C1 adjective /ˈtrænzvɜːrs/

transverse

quer
Meaning
situated or lying across something
Example
The transverse road connects two highways.
Die quer verlaufende Straße verbindet zwei Autobahnen.
C2 noun /mæŋˈɡoʊ.li.ə/

Mangolia

Magnolie
Meaning
a type of flowering tree with large, fragrant pink or white flowers
Example
The beautiful magnolia tree bloomed in spring with pink flowers.
Der wunderschöne Magnolienbaum blühte im Frühling mit rosa Blumen.
B2 adjective /ˈɡraʊndɪd/

grounded

bodenständig
Meaning
Well balanced and sensible; having a sound basis in reality or fact.
Example
Staying grounded during difficult situations helps with resilience.
In schwierigen Situationen bodenständig zu bleiben hilft bei der Resilienz.
C2 verb /ˈek.stər.peɪt/

extirpate

beseitigen
Meaning
to completely remove or destroy something unwanted
Example
The government launched a program to extirpate corruption from public offices.
Die Regierung startete ein Programm, um die Korruption aus den öffentlichen Büros zu entfernen.
C2 adjective ˌeə.rəʊˈstæt.ɪk

aerostatic

aerostatisch
Meaning
Relating to or involving gases (especially air) in equilibrium and the equilibrium of balloons or aircraft under the influence of such gases.
Example
Aerostatic designs ensure stability at high altitudes.
Aerostatische Designs gewährleisten Stabilität in großen Höhen.
B1 adjective /ʃeɪpt/

shaped

geformt
Meaning
having a particular form or appearance
Example
The sculpture was shaped like a human figure.
Die Skulptur war wie eine menschliche Figur geformt.
C1 noun /ˌɪntəkəˈnɛktɪvɪti/

interconnectivity

Interkonnektivität
Meaning
The state of being interconnected or the degree of connectivity between components
Example
The rise of interconnectivity has transformed global communication.
Der Aufstieg der Interkonnektivität hat die weltweite Kommunikation verändert.
C1 adjective /ˈsæv.i/

savvy

klug, geschickt
Meaning
Having practical knowledge and the ability to make good judgments.
Example
She is a tech-savvy entrepreneur.
Sie ist eine technikaffine Unternehmerin.
B2 noun /ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/

proposition

Vorschlag, Plan
Meaning
A statement, idea, or plan put forward for consideration or discussion.
Example
The company made a business proposition to the investors.
Das Unternehmen machte den Investoren ein Geschäftsangebot.
C2 adjective /ˈæn.ə.daɪn/

anodyne

harmlos, schmerzlindernd
Meaning
Not likely to cause offense; bland or harmless. Also refers to something that relieves pain.
Example
The speaker’s anodyne remarks avoided controversy.
Die harmlosen Bemerkungen des Sprechers vermieden die Kontroverse.
C1 adjective /ˈsɛm.ɪ.nəl/

seminal

Glück
Meaning
Strongly influencing later developments; highly original and influential.
Example
His seminal book changed the course of modern philosophy.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
C1 verb /ˈfɔːrtɪˌfaɪ/

fortify

verstärken
Meaning
To strengthen a place, person, or thing physically or mentally.
Example
They fortified the city walls to protect against invasion.
Sie haben die Stadtmauern verstärkt, um sich gegen eine Invasion zu schützen.
C1 noun /ˈlæd.i/

laddie

junger Junge
Meaning
A young boy or lad.
Example
The old man gave the young laddie a kind smile.
Der alte Mann schenkte dem jungen Buben ein freundliches Lächeln.
C1 adjective /ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪkəl/

asymmetrical

asymmetrisch
Meaning
Having parts that are not the same in size, shape, or arrangement.
Example
She wore an asymmetrical dress that drew everyone’s attention.
Sie trug ein asymmetrisches Kleid, das die Aufmerksamkeit aller auf sich zog.
C2 adjective /ˈdaʊti/

doughty

tapfer
Meaning
brave, valiant, courageous
Example
The doughty soldier never backed down from a challenge.
Der tapfere Soldat wich nie vor einer Herausforderung zurück.
C2 noun /ˌɪnvəˈluːʃən/

involution

Involution
Meaning
a complicated or intricate form or state; in biology, the shrinking of an organ after its function has finished
Example
The story was full of involution, making it hard to follow.
Die Geschichte war voller Involution, was es schwierig machte, ihr zu folgen.
C1 noun /haɪˈpɒtənjuːs/

hypotenuse

Hypotenuse
Meaning
the longest side of a right-angled triangle, opposite the right angle.
Example
In a right triangle, the hypotenuse is always longer than the other two sides.
In einem rechtwinkligen Dreieck ist die Hypotenuse immer länger als die beiden anderen Seiten.
B1 verb /rɪˈleɪt/

relate

berichten
Meaning
to connect or show a link between; to tell a story
Example
She relates her experience to the audience.
Sie berichtet ihre Erfahrung dem Publikum.
B2 noun ˈænsɛstərz

Ancestors

Vorfahren
Meaning
A person from whom one is descended; a forefather.
Example
The family tree shows the names of all ancestors.
Der Stammbaum zeigt die Namen aller Vorfahren.
B2 verb /tɔɪl/

Toil

hart arbeiten
Meaning
to work extremely hard for long periods
Example
Farmers toil in the fields from dawn to dusk.
Die Bauern toil auf den Feldern von der Morgendämmerung bis zum Abenddämmerung.
A1 verb /rɪˈmembə/

remember

erinnern
Meaning
to bring a past event back into one's mind; to keep in memory
Example
I remember my first day at school.
Ich erinnere mich an meinen ersten Schultag.
C2 noun /fækˈsɪmɪli/

facsimile

Kopie
Meaning
an exact copy or reproduction of a document
Example
He sent a facsimile of the contract to the client.
Er schickte dem Kunden eine Kopie des Vertrags.
B1 noun fəˈsɪl.ɪ.tiz

facilities

Einrichtungen
Meaning
A place, amenity, or piece of equipment provided for a particular purpose.
Example
Facilities improve industrial productivity.
Einrichtungen verbessern die industrielle Produktivität.
C2 noun /ˈsɒlɪˌsɪzəm/

solecism

Solezismus
Meaning
a grammatical mistake in speech or writing; a breach of good manners or etiquette
Example
His speech was full of solecisms and awkward phrases.
Seine Rede war voller Solezismen und unbeholfener Sätze.
B1 adjective /ˈkɒn.stənt/

Constant

konstant; unveränderlich; stetig
Meaning
occurring continuously over a period of time; unchanging; steady
Example
The machine runs at a constant speed.
Die Maschine läuft mit konstanter Geschwindigkeit.
C2 verb /vɪˈtjuːpəreɪt/

vituperate

verrügen
Meaning
To criticize harshly or abuse verbally.
Example
The politician was quick to vituperate his opponents during the debate.
Der Politiker war schnell dabei, seine Gegner während der Debatte zu verrügen.
C1 adjective /səˈriːn/

serene

ruhig und friedlich
Meaning
Calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil.
Example
The lake had a serene and peaceful atmosphere.
Der See hatte eine serene und friedliche Atmosphäre.
B2 noun /ˌɪm.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

Imitation

Imitation; Nachahmung; Kopie
Meaning
the action of using someone or something as a model; a copy of something original
Example
His imitation of the famous actor was so good that everyone burst into laughter.
seine Imitation des berühmten Schauspielers war so gut, dass alle in Lachen ausbrachen.
A2 adjective, noun /tʃaɪˈniːz/

chinese

chinesisch
Meaning
relating to China, its people, or its language
Example
We went to a Chinese restaurant last night.
Wir gingen gestern Abend in ein chinesisches Restaurant.
C1 noun /ˈmɒnəʊˌkʌltʃər/

monoculture

Monokultur
Meaning
The agricultural practice of growing only one type of crop over a large area and for many consecutive years, which can lead to increased vulnerability to pests and diseases.
Example
Monoculture can lead to soil depletion and increased pest vulnerability.
Monokultur kann zu Bodenerosion und einer erhöhten Anfälligkeit für Schädlinge führen.
B2 noun /ˈhæn.di.krɑːft/

Handicraft

Handwerkskunst
Meaning
an activity involving the making of decorative domestic or other objects with the hands; handmade artistic work
Example
The local market featured beautiful handicrafts made by skilled artisans from the region.
Der lokale Markt zeigte wunderschöne Handwerkskunst, die von geschickten Handwerkern aus der Region hergestellt wurde.
C2 noun /ˈæn.əlz/

annals

Annalen
Meaning
Historical records of events, usually arranged chronologically.
Example
Her name will be remembered in the annals of science.
Ihr Name wird in den Annalen der Wissenschaft verewigt.
B1 adjective ˌɪn.dɪˈpen.dənt

independent

unabhängig
Meaning
Not depending on another for livelihood or subsistence; free from outside control; not subject to another's authority.
Example
An independent institution ensures transparency in governance.
Eine unabhängige Institution sorgt für Transparenz in der Regierungsführung.
C2 adjective ˌlæb.əˈrɪn.θaɪn

labyrinthine

labyrinthisch
Meaning
Like a labyrinth; complicated and confusing; having many interconnected paths or passages.
Example
The old city streets were labyrinthine.
Die alten Stadtstraßen waren labyrinthartig.
C2 adjective /ˈbiːstiəl/

bestial

bestial
Meaning
Relating to beasts; showing savagery, brutality, or lacking human sensibility.
Example
The prisoners were treated in a bestial manner.
Die Gefangenen wurden auf bestiale Weise behandelt.
C2 noun /ˈstænʃən/

stanchion

Stütze
Meaning
a strong upright bar or post used as support or to control movement
Example
The red rope was attached to the stanchions to guide the crowd.
Das rote Seil war an den Stangen befestigt, um die Menge zu führen.
C2 noun /ˈstrɪndʒənsi/

stringency

Strenge
Meaning
the quality of being strict, precise, or severe
Example
The stringency of the new rules surprised everyone.
Die Strenge der neuen Regeln überraschte alle.
B2 noun /ɪnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdiə/

encyclopedia

Enzyklopädie
Meaning
a book or set of books containing information on many subjects, usually arranged alphabetically
Example
She used an encyclopedia to complete her school project.
Sie benutzte eine Enzyklopädie, um ihr Schulprojekt abzuschließen.