A1 noun /ˈrɛst(ə)rɒnt/

restaurant

Meaning

a place where meals are prepared and served to customers

Example

We went to the restaurant for dinner.

Wir sind zum Restaurant zum Abendessen gegangen.

C2 adjective /roʊn/

roan

Meaning

denoting an animal, especially a horse, having a coat of mixed colors, typically reddish-brown and white

Example

The rider mounted a roan horse with a speckled coat.

Der Reiter stieg auf ein rotes Pferd mit einem gescheckten Fell.

B2 verb /rɪˈstrɪkt/

restrict

einschränken

Meaning

To limit the size, amount, or range of something.

Example

The government decided to restrict the use of plastic bags.

Die Regierung entschloss sich, die Verwendung von Plastiktüten einzuschränken.

C2 noun /rɪˈpʌɡ.nəns/

repugnance

Abscheu

Meaning

intense disgust or strong aversion towards something

Example

She felt deep repugnance at the cruelty of the act.

Sie empfand tiefen Ekel vor der Grausamkeit der Tat.

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.

A2 noun /roʊz/

Rose

Meaning

a fragrant flower with thorny stems, typically red, pink, white, or yellow

Example

She gave me a beautiful red rose for Valentine's Day.

Sie gab mir eine schöne rote Rose zum Valentinstag.

C2 adjective /rɪˈdjuːsəbl̩/

reducible

reduzierbar

Meaning

capable of being simplified, lessened, or made smaller

Example

The problem is complex but reducible to a few basic principles.

Das Problem ist komplex, aber auf einige grundlegende Prinzipien reduzierbar.

B2 verb /rɪˈzɛnt/

resent

resentieren

Meaning

to feel bitterness or displeasure about something or someone

Example

She began to resent the constant criticism from her boss.

Sie begann, die ständige Kritik ihres Chefs zu resentieren.

C1 noun /rɪˈvɒl.vər/

Revolver

Meaning

a pistol with revolving chambers enabling several shots to be fired without reloading

Example

The detective drew his revolver from its holster.

Der Detektiv zog seinen Revolver aus dem Holster.

C2 adjective /ˈrɛɡnənt/

regnant

regierend

Meaning

Reigning; currently holding power, authority, or dominance.

Example

The regnant queen introduced several reforms during her reign.

Die regierende Königin führte während ihrer Herrschaft mehrere Reformen ein.

A2 verb /rɪˈmaɪnd/

remind

erinnern

Meaning

to cause someone to remember something

Example

Please remind me to call her tomorrow.

Bitte erinnere mich, sie morgen anzurufen.

B2 adjective ˈræd.ɪ.kəl

radical

fähig, grundlegende Veränderungen zu bringen, die den traditionellen Überzeugungen oder Systemen entgegengesetzt sind

Meaning

Capable of bringing fundamental changes opposite to conventional beliefs or systems.

Example

The leader proposed radical economic reforms.

Der Führer schlug radikale wirtschaftliche Reformen vor.

B2 noun/adjective /rɪˈpʌblɪkən/

republican

republikanisch

Meaning

a member or supporter of a republican political party or system

Example

The republican candidate won the election.

Der republikanische Kandidat hat die Wahl gewonnen.

C2 noun /ˈrɪp.lɪt/

ripplet

kleine Welle

Meaning

a small or tiny ripple

Example

Tiny ripplets appeared on the lake as the fish moved.

Kleine Wellen erschienen auf dem See, als der Fisch sich bewegte.

C1 noun /ˈreɪ.biːz/

rabies

Tollwut

Meaning

A viral disease that causes inflammation of the brain in humans and other mammals, usually transmitted through animal bites.

Example

The dog was vaccinated against rabies.

Der Hund wurde gegen Tollwut geimpft.

B2 adjective /ˈrɪdən/

ridden

durchzogen

Meaning

Full of or dominated by something unpleasant.

Example

The country was ridden with corruption.

Das Land war durchzogen von Korruption.

A1 verb /raɪd/

ride

reiten/fahren

Meaning

to travel on or in a vehicle; to sit on and control a horse

Example

She likes to ride her bicycle to work.

Sie fährt gerne mit dem Fahrrad zur Arbeit.

C2 adjective /ˈruːmi/

rheumy

tränend

Meaning

Watery, especially referring to the eyes.

Example

His rheumy eyes showed signs of age and fatigue.

Seine tränenden Augen zeigten Anzeichen von Alter und Müdigkeit.

C2 noun /ˌrækənˈtɜːr/

Raconteur

Glück

Meaning

a person who tells anecdotes in a skillful and amusing way

Example

The old man was a gifted raconteur who entertained everyone with his stories.

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

B2 noun /reɪdʒ/

rage

Wut

Meaning

intense anger or fury

Example

She shouted in a fit of rage after hearing the news.

Sie schrie in einem Wutanfall, nachdem sie die Nachrichten gehört hatte.

B2 noun /ˈruːlɪŋ/

ruling

Urteil

Meaning

an official decision made by a judge or authority.

Example

The court’s ruling favored the defendant.

Das Urteil des Gerichts begünstigte den Angeklagten.

C1 noun /ˌrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

Ratification

Ratifizierung

Meaning

the action of signing or giving formal consent to a treaty, contract, or agreement

Example

The treaty required ratification by both countries' parliaments.

Der Vertrag erfordert die Ratifikation durch die Parlamente beider Länder.

C1 verb /riːl/

reel

stolpern / aufwickeln

Meaning

to lose balance and stagger; to wind or spin something onto a reel

Example

He reeled backward after being punched.

Er stolperte nach hinten, nachdem er geschlagen wurde.

A1 adverb /ˈriː.ə.li/

Really

wirklich; tatsächlich; sehr viel

Meaning

actually; truly; very much

Example

I really enjoyed the concert last night.

Ich habe das Konzert letzte Nacht wirklich genossen.

C1 adjective /rɪˈbel.jəs/

Rebellious

rebellisch; widerspenstig; autoritätsverweigernd;

Meaning

defying authority; resisting control; disobedient;

Example

The rebellious teenager refused to follow his parents' rules.

Der rebellische Teenager weigerte sich, die Regeln seiner Eltern zu befolgen.

C2 adjective /raɪˈpɛə.ri.ən/

riparian

bezogen auf oder an den Ufern eines Flusses oder eines anderen Gewässers gelegen

Meaning

Relating to or situated on the banks of a river or other watercourse.

Example

Riparian vegetation helps prevent soil erosion along rivers.

Riparische Vegetation hilft, Bodenerosion entlang von Flüssen zu verhindern.

C1 adjective /riˈækʃəˌneri/

reactionary

reaktionär

Meaning

Opposing political or social progress or reform; extremely conservative.

Example

The group took a reactionary stance against the new policies.

Die Gruppe nahm eine reaktionäre Haltung gegenüber den neuen Politiken ein.

C2 noun/verb /ˈrɛkəmˌpɛns/

recompense

Entschädigung

Meaning

to compensate someone for loss or harm suffered; compensation given for damage or injury

Example

The company offered financial recompense to the injured worker.

Die Firma bot dem verletzten Arbeiter eine finanzielle Entschädigung an.

B2 noun /ˌren.əˈveɪ.ʃən/

Renovation

Renovierung; Restaurierung

Meaning

the act of renovating; restoration to a former better state

Example

The old house underwent a complete renovation last year.

Das alte Haus wurde im letzten Jahr einer vollständigen Renovierung unterzogen.

A1 noun /ruːm/

room

Zimmer

Meaning

A space within a building enclosed by walls, floor, and ceiling

Example

She decorated her room with bright colors.

Sie dekorierte ihr Zimmer mit hellen Farben.

B2 adjective /ˈrɪɡ.ər.əs/

rigorous

streng

Meaning

Extremely thorough and demanding in analysis or practice.

Example

A rigorous study plan helps students achieve better results.

Ein strenger Studienplan hilft den Studenten, bessere Ergebnisse zu erzielen.

B2 noun, verb /ræŋks/

ranks

Ränge

Meaning

Positions within a group, especially in a hierarchy or organization.

Example

He quickly moved up the ranks of the army.

Er stieg schnell in den Rängen der Armee auf.

C1 noun /ˌrɛkwɪˈzɪʃən/

requisition

Anforderung

Meaning

An official order laying claim to the use of property or materials; a formal demand or request.

Example

The manager submitted a requisition for new office supplies.

Der Manager hat eine Requisition für neue Büromaterialien eingereicht.

B2 adverb /rɪˈspektɪvli/

Respectively

jeweils; in der angegebenen Reihenfolge; getrennt und in der bereits erwähnten Reihenfolge

Meaning

in the order given; separately and in the order already mentioned

Example

John and Mary are 25 and 30 years old respectively.

John und Mary sind jeweils 25 und 30 Jahre alt.

B2 noun ˈruθləs ˌkɑmpəˈtɪʃən

ruthless competition

rücksichtsloser Wettbewerb

Meaning

Fierce and merciless rivalry or contest, without pity or compassion.

Example

Ruthless competition for power leads to societal issues.

Rücksichtsloser Wettbewerb um Macht führt zu sozialen Problemen.

C1 noun /rɪˌdʒuːvəˈneɪʃən/

rejuvenation

Verjüngung

Meaning

The process of restoring something to a former better state, especially referring to renewing soil fertility or revitalizing agricultural land through various restoration practices.

Example

Rejuvenation of soil is necessary for sustainable agriculture.

Die Verjüngung des Bodens ist notwendig für eine nachhaltige Landwirtschaft.

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 adjective /rɪˈspek.tɪv/

Respective

jeweils; entsprechend

Meaning

belonging to each individual; particular to each

Example

The students returned to their respective classrooms after lunch.

Die Schüler kehrten nach dem Mittagessen in ihre jeweiligen Klassenräume zurück.

B1 noun /rɪˈvɪʒ.ən/

Revision

Revision; überarbeitete Ausgabe

Meaning

the action of revising; a revised edition or form of something; review of subject matter

Example

The students spent hours doing revision for their final exams.

Die Schüler verbrachten Stunden mit der Revision für ihre Abschlussprüfungen.

C1 noun /ˈrɛzɪn/

resin

Harz

Meaning

a sticky organic substance, usually secreted by plants, often used in varnishes or plastics

Example

The craftsman used natural resin to make the sculpture shine.

Der Handwerker verwendete natürlichen Harz, um die Skulptur zum Glänzen zu bringen.

B2 verb /rɪˈzaɪd/

reside

wohnen

Meaning

to live or dwell in a particular place

Example

They reside in a large house near the river.

Sie wohnen in einem großen Haus am Fluss.

C2 adjective /ˈrɪz.ə.bəl/

risible

lächerlich

Meaning

so absurd or ridiculous that it deserves to be laughed at

Example

The idea of flying pigs is completely risible.

Die Idee von fliegenden Schweinen ist völlig lächerlich.

B2 noun /reɪk/

Rake

Rechen

Meaning

a garden tool with a long handle and prongs for gathering leaves; to gather with a rake

Example

He used a rake to gather the fallen autumn leaves.

Er benutzte einen Rechen, um die fallenden Herbstblätter zu sammeln.

B1 noun /ˈrɪðəm/

rhythm

Rhythmus

Meaning

a strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound

Example

The rhythm of the music made everyone want to dance.

Der Rhythmus der Musik brachte alle zum Tanzen.

B2 noun ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən

revolution

Revolution

Meaning

A forcible overthrow of a government or social order, in favor of a new system.

Example

The story is set during the French Revolution.

Die Geschichte spielt während der Französischen Revolution.

C1 adjective /rɪˈdʒɛn.ə.rə.tɪv/

regenerative

regenerativ

Meaning

Able to restore or renew damaged environments, soil, or resources.

Example

Regenerative farming improves soil health and biodiversity.

Regenerative Landwirtschaft verbessert die Bodengesundheit und die biologische Vielfalt.

B1 noun /rɪˈtaɪə.mənt/

Retirement

Ruhestand

Meaning

the action or fact of leaving one's job and ceasing to work; the period of life after leaving work

Example

He is planning his retirement after 40 years of service.

Er plant seine Ruhestand nach 40 Jahren im Dienst.

C1 adjective /rɪˈsɜːrdʒənt/

resurgent

wiederauflebend

Meaning

Becoming strong, active, or popular again.

Example

The resurgent economy gave hope to many businesses.

Die wiederauflebende Wirtschaft gab vielen Unternehmen Hoffnung.

C1 verb /rɪˈdrɛs/

redress

wiedergutmachen

Meaning

to set right, remedy, or compensate for a wrong or grievance

Example

The company promised to redress the complaints of its customers.

Das Unternehmen versprach, die Beschwerden seiner Kunden zu beheben.

B2 noun, verb /ˈrætəl/

rattle

rasseln; Rassel

Meaning

to make a rapid series of short, sharp sounds; a device or object that makes such a sound

Example

The loose window began to rattle in the strong wind.

Das lockere Fenster begann im starken Wind zu rasseln.

C1 adjective /ˈrævənəs/

ravenous

hungrig

Meaning

Extremely hungry; famished.

Example

After the long hike, she was ravenous and ate quickly.

Nach der langen Wanderung war sie hungrig und aß schnell.

B1 verb /rɪˈvjuː/

review

überprüfen

Meaning

to examine or assess something again; to write a critical evaluation

Example

I need to review my notes before the exam.

Ich muss meine Notizen vor der Prüfung überprüfen.

C1 noun /ˌrɛspɪˈreɪʃən/

respiration

Atmung

Meaning

The process of breathing or the exchange of gases in living organisms.

Example

Respiration is essential for all living beings.

Die Atmung ist für alle lebenden Wesen wesentlich.

C1 noun /ˌriː.pəˈkʌʃ.ən/

repercussion

Auswirkung

Meaning

An unintended consequence occurring some time after an event or action.

Example

The economic crisis had severe repercussions on global trade.

Die wirtschaftliche Krise hatte schwerwiegende Auswirkungen auf den globalen Handel.

C2 adjective /rɪˈmiːdiəbl/

remediable

behebbar

Meaning

capable of being corrected or cured

Example

The mistake was serious but still remediable.

Der Fehler war ernst, aber immer noch behebbbar.

B1 noun /ˈrʌnər/

runner

Glück

Meaning

a person who runs, especially in races or for exercise

Example

The runner crossed the finish line with a big smile.

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

B1 noun /rɪˈzɔː.sɪz/

resources

ressourcen

Meaning

A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets.

Example

The region was rich in herbal resources.

Die Region war reich an pflanzlichen Ressourcen.

B1 noun /ˈrʌbɪʃ/

Rubbish

Abfall; unnütze Dinge; Unsinn

Meaning

waste material; refuse or litter; nonsense or worthless things

Example

Please throw the rubbish in the bin.

Bitte werfen Sie den Abfall in den Mülleimer.

C1 adverb /ˈrɪdʒɪdli/

Rigidly

streng; auf eine unflexible Weise

Meaning

in a strict, inflexible manner; without compromise

Example

The rules are rigidly enforced in this institution.

Die Regeln werden in dieser Institution streng angewendet.

B2 noun /red liːf/

Red leaf

rote Blätter

Meaning

red-colored leafy vegetable; amaranth leaves used as greens

Example

Red leaf is rich in iron and is commonly eaten in Bengali households.

Rote Blätter sind reich an Eisen und werden häufig in bengalischen Haushalten gegessen.

B2 noun /ˈrɒbər/

robber

Räuber

Meaning

a person who steals property from others, often using force or threat

Example

The robber was caught after a quick police chase.

Der Räuber wurde nach einer schnellen Polizeiverfolgung gefasst.

B2 noun /ˈrɪə.lɪ.zəm/

realism

realismus

Meaning

The quality of representing things as they are; a practical or factual view.

Example

Her paintings are admired for their realism.

Ihre Gemälde werden für ihren Realismus bewundert.

C2 verb /rɪˈmɒnstreɪt/

remonstrate

protestieren

Meaning

To make a forceful protest or objection.

Example

Citizens remonstrated against the new tax policy.

Die Bürger protestierten gegen die neue Steuerpolitik.

A2 noun /ruːl/

rule

regel

Meaning

an accepted principle or instruction that states what is allowed or what must be done.

Example

There are strict rules about safety in the lab.

Es gibt strenge Regeln zur Sicherheit im Labor.

C1 noun /ˈraɪtʃəsnəs/

righteousness

Rechtmäßigkeit

Meaning

the quality of being morally right or justifiable

Example

His life was dedicated to righteousness and truth.

Sein Leben war der Rechtmäßigkeit und der Wahrheit gewidmet.

C1 verb /rɪˈkɔɪl/

recoil

zurückweichen

Meaning

To suddenly spring back in fear, horror, or from force such as a gun's kickback.

Example

She recoiled at the sight of the snake.

Sie zuckte zurück, als sie die Schlange sah.

C2 noun /ræpˈskæliən/

rapscallion

Schelm

Meaning

A mischievous or cheeky person; a rascal.

Example

The little rapscallion hid his brother’s shoes as a prank.

Der kleine Rapscallion versteckte die Schuhe seines Bruders als Scherz.

C2 adjective /ˈroʊziət/

roseate

rosarot, optimistisch

Meaning

Having a pink color; optimistic or idealistic.

Example

She looked at the future with roseate optimism.

Sie blickte auf die Zukunft mit rosaroter Zuversicht.

C1 adjective /ˈræmʃækəl/

ramshackle

baufällig

Meaning

poorly built or maintained; in a state of disrepair

Example

They lived in a ramshackle old house on the edge of town.

Sie lebten in einem baufälligen alten Haus am Rande der Stadt.

C1 verb /ˌriːˈvæmp/

revamp

renovieren

Meaning

To give a new and improved form, structure, or appearance to something.

Example

The company decided to revamp its website for a modern look.

Das Unternehmen entschied sich, seine Website für ein modernes Aussehen zu renovieren.

B1 verb /rɪˈtaɪə/

retire

in den Ruhestand treten

Meaning

to stop working after reaching a certain age or having completed a career

Example

She decided to retire after working for 40 years.

Sie entschied sich, nach 40 Jahren Arbeit in den Ruhestand zu treten.

B2 adjective /raɪp/

Ripe

reif; bereit zum Essen

Meaning

fully developed and ready to eat; mature; ready for action or use

Example

The bananas are ripe and ready to eat.

Die Bananen sind reif und bereit zu essen.

B1 verb /rɪˈdʒekt/

reject

ablehnen

Meaning

to refuse to accept or consider something

Example

The committee decided to reject the proposal.

Das Komitee beschloss, den Vorschlag abzulehnen.

B1 noun ˌrekəɡˈnɪʃn

recognition

Anerkennung

Meaning

Acknowledgment of the existence, validity, or legality of something; appreciation or acclaim for an achievement, service, or ability.

Example

He earned recognition after years of struggle.

Er erlangte Anerkennung nach Jahren des Kampfes.

C2 verb /ˌriː.kəˈpɪtʃ.ə.leɪt/

recapitulate

zusammenfassen

Meaning

To summarize and state again the main points of something.

Example

The teacher asked the student to recapitulate the lesson.

Der Lehrer bat den Schüler, die Lektion zusammenzufassen.

C2 adjective /rɪˈfræɡəbəl/

refragable

widerlegbar

Meaning

Capable of being refuted or disproved.

Example

His argument was weak and easily refragable.

Sein Argument war schwach und leicht widerlegbar.

B2 noun /ˌriːprəˈdʌkʃən/

reproduction

Reproduktion, Fortpflanzung

Meaning

The process of producing offspring; the act of copying or duplicating.

Example

The textbook included a detailed diagram of human reproduction.

Das Lehrbuch enthielt ein detailliertes Diagramm der menschlichen Reproduktion.

C2 verb /rɪˈkwaɪt/

requite

erwidern

Meaning

to return or repay a favor, service, or feeling

Example

She requited his kindness with a thoughtful gift.

Sie erwiderte seine Freundlichkeit mit einem durchdachten Geschenk.

C1 noun ˌriːˈstrʌk.tʃər.ɪŋ

restructuring

Reorganisation

Meaning

The action of organizing something differently.

Example

The company underwent restructuring to improve efficiency.

Das Unternehmen durchlief eine Reorganisation, um die Effizienz zu verbessern.

B2 noun rɪˈpʌb.lɪk

republic

Republik

Meaning

A state in which supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives, with an elected or nominated president rather than a monarch.

Example

A republic is governed by representatives of the people.

Eine Republik wird von den Vertretern des Volkes regiert.

C1 adjective /ˌret.rəˈspek.tɪv/

Retrospective

retrospektiv

Meaning

looking back on or dealing with past events or situations

Example

The museum held a retrospective exhibition of the artist's work.

Das Museum zeigte eine Retrospektivausstellung der Werke des Kuenstlers

B1 verb /rɪˈliːs/

release

freilassen

Meaning

to set free; to allow something to escape or go away

Example

The prisoner was released after ten years.

Der Gefangene wurde nach zehn Jahren freigelassen.

B2 noun /ˌreɡ.jʊˈlær.ɪ.ti/

Regularity

Regelmäßigkeit

Meaning

the quality of being regular; occurring at fixed intervals or in a consistent pattern

Example

The regularity of his exercise routine helped him stay healthy.

Die Regelmäßigkeit seiner Trainingsroutine half ihm, gesund zu bleiben.

B1 noun riˈækʃən

reaction

Reaktion

Meaning

An action performed or a feeling experienced in response to a situation or event.

Example

The arrests triggered a reaction.

Die Verhaftungen lösten eine Reaktion aus.

B1 noun /ˌrɛdʒɪˈstreɪʃən/

registration

Registrierung

Meaning

the action or process of enrolling or signing up for something

Example

The registration for the event will close tomorrow.

Die Anmeldung für die Veranstaltung endet morgen.

C1 verb /ˌriːˈvaɪ.t̬əl.aɪz/

revitalize

revitalisieren

Meaning

To restore energy and effectiveness to something.

Example

The new policies aim to revitalize the economy.

Die neuen politischen Maßnahmen sollen die Wirtschaft revitalisieren.

C1 adjective /ˈræspi/

raspy

rau

Meaning

having a harsh, rough, or grating sound

Example

His raspy voice revealed years of smoking.

Seine raue Stimme zeigte jahrelanges Rauchen.

A2 verb /rɪˈmuːv/

remove

entfernen

Meaning

to take something away; to eliminate or delete

Example

Please remove your shoes before entering the house.

Bitte ziehen Sie Ihre Schuhe aus, bevor Sie das Haus betreten.

B1 verb /ˈrɛdʒɪstər/

register

registrieren

Meaning

To enter or record officially on a list or in a book.

Example

You must register for the conference before the deadline.

Du musst dich für die Konferenz vor der Frist registrieren.

B2 noun /ˈruːdnəs/

Rudeness

Unhöflichkeit

Meaning

the quality of being impolite, discourteous, or offensive in behavior or speech

Example

His rudeness shocked everyone at the dinner party.

Seine Unhöflichkeit schockierte alle auf der Dinnerparty.

B2 adverb /ˈred.ɪ.li/

Readily

bereitwillig; leicht; ohne Zögern

Meaning

willingly; easily; without hesitation

Example

She readily agreed to help with the project.

Sie stimmte bereitwillig zu, bei dem Projekt zu helfen.

B1 verb /rɪˈflekt/

reflect

reflektieren

Meaning

to think deeply about; to mirror back light or image

Example

The mirror reflects her beautiful face.

Der Spiegel reflektiert ihr schönes Gesicht.

C1 adjective rɪˈlɛntləs

relentless

unaufhaltsam

Meaning

Oppressively constant; incessant; showing no abatement of severity, intensity, strength, or pace.

Example

The freedom fighters' relentless struggle led to victory.

Der unaufhaltsame Kampf der Freiheitskämpfer führte zum Sieg.

C1 noun /rɪˈfaɪnəri/

refinery

Raffinerie

Meaning

an industrial facility where raw materials are processed and purified

Example

The oil refinery processes thousands of barrels daily.

Die Ölraffinerie verarbeitet täglich Tausende von Fässern.

C1 noun /ˈrez.ɪ.dənt ˈkəʊ.ɔː.dɪ.neɪ.tər/

resident coordinator

ansässiger koordinator

Meaning

A local administrator or official who coordinates activities in a specific region.

Example

The resident coordinator welcomed all representatives.

Der ansässige Koordinator begrüßte alle Vertreter.

B2 noun /ˌriː.əˈʃʊr.əns/

Reassurance

Beruhigung

Meaning

comfort or confidence given to someone to remove their fears or doubts

Example

She needed reassurance that everything would be okay.

Sie brauchte die Beruhigung, dass alles in Ordnung sein würde.

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.

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.

C1 verb rɪˈpel

repel

abstoßen

Meaning

To push away or force apart due to similar charges or properties.

Example

Protons repel each other.

Protonen stoßen sich gegenseitig ab.

C1 verb /rɪˈprɛs/

repress

unterdrücken

Meaning

To restrain, suppress, or keep under control, especially emotions or desires.

Example

He tried to repress his anger during the meeting.

Er versuchte, seinen Ärger während des Treffens zu unterdrücken.

B2 noun/verb rɪˈfɔːm

reform

Reform

Meaning

Make changes in (something, typically a social, political, or economic institution or practice) in order to improve it.

Example

Reform in the education system was a priority.

Die Reform im Bildungssystem war eine Priorität.

B2 verb /rɪˈliːv/

relieve

lindern

Meaning

to make pain, distress, or difficulty less severe or serious

Example

The medicine helped relieve his headache.

Das Medikament half, seinen Kopfschmerz zu lindern.

A1 adjective /raʊnd/

round

rund

Meaning

having a circular shape; shaped like a sphere or disk

Example

The table was round and had a smooth surface.

Der Tisch war rund und hatte eine glatte Oberfläche.

C1 noun ˈrez.ɪ.djuːz

residues

Rückstände

Meaning

A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used.

Example

The burning process leaves no harmful residues.

Der Verbrennungsprozess hinterlässt keine schädlichen Rückstände.

B2 noun /ˌref.jʊˈdʒiː/

Refugee

Flüchtling

Meaning

a person who has been forced to leave their country in order to escape war, persecution, or natural disaster

Example

The refugee camp provided temporary shelter for thousands of displaced families.

Das Flüchtlingslager bot vorübergehenden Schutz für Tausende von vertriebenen Familien.

C1 verb /rɪˈsɪprəˌkeɪt/

reciprocate

erwidern

Meaning

To respond to an action or gesture by making a corresponding one.

Example

She smiled at him, and he reciprocated with a warm hug.

Sie lächelte ihn an, und er antwortete mit einer warmen Umarmung.

B1 verb rɪˈdjuːst

reduced

reduzieren

Meaning

Make smaller or less in amount, degree, or size.

Example

Singapore has reduced plastic usage significantly.

Singapur hat den Plastikverbrauch erheblich reduziert.

C2 verb /rɪˈvaɪl/

revile

verachten

Meaning

to criticize in an abusive or angrily insulting manner

Example

The politician was reviled by the public for his corruption.

Der Politiker wurde vom Publikum wegen seiner Korruption verachtet.

C1 noun ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃən.ər.i ɪˈnɪʃ.ə.tɪv

revolutionary initiative

revolutionäre Initiative

Meaning

A groundbreaking action or plan that brings about significant change or transformation.

Example

The revolutionary initiative promotes sustainable energy.

Die revolutionäre Initiative fördert nachhaltige Energie.

B1 noun ˈreɪn.fɒr.ɪst

rainforest

Regenwald

Meaning

A luxuriant, dense forest rich in biodiversity, found typically in tropical areas with consistently heavy rainfall.

Example

The Amazon rainforest is home to millions of species.

Der Amazonas-Regenwald ist Heimat von Millionen von Arten.

C2 verb /ˈræŋ.kəl/

rankle

ärgern

Meaning

To cause continuing annoyance or resentment.

Example

His unfair criticism continued to rankle her for days.

Seine ungerechte Kritik ärgerte sie tagelang.

C1 noun /ˌrɛpəˈreɪʃən/

reparation

Reparationen

Meaning

the making of amends for a wrong done by paying money or helping those who were wronged

Example

The government offered reparations to the victims of the conflict.

Die Regierung bot den Opfern des Konflikts Reparationen an.

C1 verb /ˈrevəl/

revel

sich erfreuen

Meaning

to enjoy oneself in a lively and noisy way; to take great pleasure in

Example

They revel in their success.

Sie erfreuen sich ihres Erfolgs.

C1 noun /rɪˌmjuː.nəˈreɪ.ʃən/

Remuneration

Vergütung; Entlohnung; Belohnung

Meaning

money paid for work or services; compensation or reward

Example

The job offers excellent remuneration and benefits.

Der Job bietet eine ausgezeichnete Vergütung und Vorteile.

B2 noun /ˌrɪəlɪˈzeɪʃən/

realization

Realisation

Meaning

the act of becoming fully aware of something as a fact

Example

Her realization of the problem helped solve the issue.

Ihre Realisation des Problems half, das Problem zu lösen.

C1 adjective /ræpt/

Rapt

versunken

Meaning

completely fascinated or absorbed by what one is seeing or hearing

Example

The children listened with rapt attention to the storyteller.

Die Kinder hörten dem Geschichtenerzähler mit versunkener Aufmerksamkeit zu.

C1 adjective /ˈraɪ.tʃəs/

Righteous

rechtschaffen; gerecht; tugendhaft

Meaning

morally right or justifiable; virtuous; having strong moral principles

Example

She felt righteous anger at the unfair treatment of workers.

Sie fühlte gerechten Zorn über die ungerechte Behandlung der Arbeiter.

C1 noun /ˌriːhəˌbɪlɪˈteɪʃən/

rehabilitation

Glück

Meaning

the process of restoring someone or something to health or normal life through training or therapy

Example

After the accident, he went through months of rehabilitation to walk again.

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

B2 noun /ˈrep.taɪl/

Reptile

Reptil

Meaning

a cold-blooded animal with scaly skin that lays eggs on land

Example

The lizard is a common reptile found in gardens.

Die Eidechse ist ein häufig vorkommendes Reptil, das in Gärten zu finden ist.

C1 noun rɪˈfaɪnmənt

refinement

Verfeinerung

Meaning

The process of removing impurities or unwanted elements from a substance.

Example

His manners showed a refinement that made him stand out in any crowd.

Sein Verhalten zeigte eine Verfeinerung, die ihn in jeder Menge hervorstechen ließ.

B2 noun rɪˈzɪl.i.əns

resilience

Resilienz

Meaning

The ability to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.

Example

Testing the resilience of wood is crucial.

Die Resilienz von Holz zu testen ist entscheidend.