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C2 noun /ˈruː.mɪ.nənt/

ruminant

Wiederkäuer
Meaning
a cud-chewing mammal, such as a cow or sheep
Example
Cows are ruminants that chew cud.
Kühe sind Wiederkäuer, die ihre Nahrung wiederkäuen.
C1 adjective /ˈrez.ə.luːt/

Resolute

entschlossen; fest; unbeirrbar
Meaning
determined; having a firm decision; unwavering
Example
She remained resolute in her decision to pursue her dreams.
Sie blieb entschlossen, ihren Träumen zu folgen.
B2 adjective /ˈrest.ləs/

Restless

unruhig
Meaning
unable to rest or relax; constantly moving or fidgeting
Example
The child was restless during the long car journey.
Das Kind war während der langen Autofahrt unruhig.
B2 adjective /ˈrʌs.ti/

Rusty

rostig; aus der Übung; beeinträchtigt durch mangelnde Übung
Meaning
affected by rust; out of practice; impaired by lack of recent practice
Example
My piano skills are rusty after not playing for years.
Meine Klavierskills sind rostig, nachdem ich jahrelang nicht gespielt habe.
C2 noun /ˌrɛtroʊˈɡrɛʃən/

retrogression

Rückschritt
Meaning
a return to a worse or less developed state
Example
The country experienced economic retrogression after the crisis.
Das Land erlebte nach der Krise einen wirtschaftlichen Rückschritt.
C1 verb /rɪˈbjuːk/

rebuke

tadeln
Meaning
to criticize or scold sharply; to express disapproval
Example
The teacher had to rebuke the student for cheating.
Der Lehrer musste den Schüler für Schummeln tadeln.
C1 noun /ˈriːkɔːrs/

recourse

Hilfe, Rückgriff
Meaning
a source of help or protection in a difficult situation
Example
The students had no recourse but to appeal to the principal.
Die Studenten hatten keinen anderen Rückgriff als den Direktor anzurufen.
C1 verb /ˈræn.sæk/

ransack

plündern
Meaning
to search a place roughly and steal or damage things
Example
Burglars ransacked the house while the family was away.
Die Einbrecher plünderten das Haus, während die Familie weg war.
B2 noun rɪˈkruːt.mənt

recruitment

Rekrutierung
Meaning
The action of finding new people to join an organization or support a cause.
Example
Recruitment strengthens the workforce.
Die Rekrutierung stärkt die Arbeitskräfte.
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.
C1 noun /ˈrɛtɪsəns/

reticence

Zurückhaltung
Meaning
the quality of being reserved or unwilling to speak freely
Example
His reticence made it difficult to know what he was thinking.
Seine Zurückhaltung machte es schwierig zu wissen, was er dachte.
C2 noun /ˌriːkəˌpɪtjʊˈleɪʃən/

recapitulation

Rekapitulation
Meaning
The act of summarizing or repeating the main points of something.
Example
The professor gave a brief recapitulation of the lecture before ending the class.
Der Professor gab eine kurze Rekapitulation der Vorlesung, bevor er die Klasse beendete.
C1 verb /reɪv/

rave

loben
Meaning
to speak or write about something with great enthusiasm or admiration
Example
Critics rave about the new movie.
Die Kritiker loben den neuen Film.
B2 adjective /rɪˈfreʃ.ɪŋ/

Refreshing

erfrischend
Meaning
making one feel energized and renewed; pleasantly new or different
Example
The cool breeze was refreshing after the hot day.
Die kühle Brise war erfrischend nach dem heißen Tag.
B1 noun raɪts

rights

rechte
Meaning
A moral or legal entitlement to have or obtain something or to act in a certain way.
Example
The rights of people were prioritized.
Die Rechte der Menschen wurden priorisiert.
B1 adjective /roʊˈmæn.tɪk/

Romantic

romantisch
Meaning
relating to love; idealistic; dreamy
Example
They enjoyed a romantic dinner by candlelight.
Sie genossen ein romantisches Abendessen bei Kerzenlicht.
B1 noun rɪˈflɛkʃən

reflection

Reflexion
Meaning
Serious thought or consideration about something.
Example
The reflection of the past filled his heart with sadness.
Die Reflexion der Vergangenheit füllte sein Herz mit Traurigkeit.
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.
B2 noun /ˈrem.ə.di/

Remedy

Heilmittel
Meaning
a medicine or treatment for a disease; a solution to a problem
Example
This herbal remedy helps with headaches.
Dieses Kräuterheilmittel hilft bei Kopfschmerzen.
B1 verb /rɪˈper/

repair

reparieren
Meaning
to fix something that is broken or damaged
Example
The mechanic will repair the car's engine tomorrow.
Der Mechaniker wird morgen den Motor des Autos reparieren.
C1 adjective /ˈraʊzɪŋ/

rousing

aufregend
Meaning
Exciting, inspiring, or stirring.
Example
The speaker delivered a rousing speech that moved the audience.
Der Redner hielt eine aufregende Rede, die das Publikum bewegte.
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.
C2 noun /ˈrɛkwiəm/

requiem

requiemmesse
Meaning
A mass, music, or ceremony for the repose of the souls of the dead.
Example
The choir performed a requiem in memory of the late leader.
Der Chor führte ein Requiem zum Gedenken an den verstorbenen Führer auf.
C1 noun /ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃən.ər.i ˈbreɪk.θruː/

revolutionary breakthrough

revolutionäre Entdeckung
Meaning
A sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development that changes everything.
Example
Robotic surgery is a revolutionary breakthrough in healthcare.
Robotische Chirurgie ist eine revolutionäre Entdeckung im Gesundheitswesen.
B2 adjective /rɪˈzɪl.i.ənt/

resilient

resistent
Meaning
Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.
Example
Resilient materials ensure durability.
Resistente Materialien gewährleisten Haltbarkeit.
C2 adjective /ˈreə.rɪ.faɪd/

rarefied

gehoben
Meaning
Of high moral, intellectual, or cultural value; distant from ordinary life.
Example
He works in the rarefied world of classical music.
Er arbeitet in der gehobenen Welt der klassischen Musik.
B2 adjective /rɪˈliːvd/

relieved

erleichtert
Meaning
feeling happy and less worried after something stressful has been removed or resolved
Example
She felt relieved after hearing the good news.
Sie fühlte sich erleichtert, nachdem sie die gute Nachricht gehört hatte.
B1 noun /rɪˈpɔːtɪŋ/

reporting

Berichterstattung
Meaning
the act of giving news or information about something
Example
Good reporting is essential for public awareness.
Gute Berichterstattung ist für das öffentliche Bewusstsein entscheidend.
A2 adverb /ˈrɛə(r)li/

rarely

selten
Meaning
not often, infrequently
Example
She rarely eats sweets because of her diet.
Sie isst selten Süßigkeiten wegen ihrer Diät.
C2 adjective /ˈrɪbɔːld/

ribald

obszöne Witze
Meaning
Referring to sexual matters in a humorous or vulgar way.
Example
The comedian’s ribald jokes made the audience laugh uncomfortably.
Die obszönen Witze des Komikers brachten das Publikum unangenehm zum Lachen.
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 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 /rɪˈpɛlənt/

repellent

abstoßend
Meaning
Able to drive away something, especially insects or unpleasant things; causing disgust or distaste.
Example
This cream is highly effective as a mosquito repellent.
Diese Creme ist sehr effektiv als Mückenschutz.
C1 verb /rɪˈfjuːt/

refute

widerlegen
Meaning
To prove a statement, argument, or theory to be false or invalid.
Example
The lawyer refuted the witness's testimony with solid evidence.
Der Anwalt widerlegte die Aussage des Zeugen mit soliden Beweisen.
A2 noun /rɪˈleɪ.ʃən.ʃɪp/

Relationship

Beziehung
Meaning
the way two people or groups feel and behave towards each other; a connection between two things
Example
They have a very close relationship.
Sie haben eine sehr enge Beziehung.
B2 noun /ˈrɔɪəlti/

royalty

Königsfamilie / Lizenzgebühren (Autorenvergütung)
Meaning
Members of a royal family or payment made to the owner of a patent, copyright, or natural resource.
Example
The author receives a royalty for every book sold.
Der Autor erhält eine Lizenzgebühr für jedes verkaufte Buch.
B1 verb /rɪˈɡɑːrd/

regard

betrachten
Meaning
to consider or think of in a particular way; to look at
Example
She regards him as her best friend.
Sie betrachtet ihn als ihren besten Freund.
B2 adverb /ˈræp.ɪd.li/

Rapidly

schnell
Meaning
at a fast speed; quickly
Example
The company is rapidly expanding into new markets.
Das Unternehmen expandiert schnell in neue Märkte.
C2 verb /rɪˈfrækt/

refract

refraktieren
Meaning
To bend light, sound, or heat as it passes through a medium.
Example
The water refracts light, making the straw look bent.
Das Wasser refraktiert das Licht, wodurch der Strohhalm gebogen aussieht.
C1 adjective /rɪˈɡrɛtfəl/

regretful

bedauerlich
Meaning
feeling or showing sadness or disappointment about something that has happened or been done
Example
She gave him a regretful smile as she turned away.
Sie schenkte ihm ein bedauerliches Lächeln, als sie sich abwandte.
B1 noun roʊps

ropes

Seile
Meaning
A length of thick strong cord made by twisting together strands of hemp, sisal, nylon, or similar material.
Example
The ropes were tied securely to lift the heavy load.
Die Seile waren fest gebunden, um die schwere Last zu heben.
B2 adjective /ˈruː.mi/

Roomy

geräumig; mit viel Platz
Meaning
spacious; having a lot of room
Example
The apartment is very roomy with spacious bedrooms.
Die Wohnung ist sehr geräumig mit großen Schlafzimmern.
B2 noun rɪˈsɛʃ.ən

recession

Rezession
Meaning
A period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced.
Example
The country faced a severe recession due to the financial crisis.
Das Land erlebte aufgrund der Finanzkrise eine schwere Rezession.
B1 verb /rɪˈtɜrnɪŋ/

returning

Rückkehr
Meaning
Coming or going back to a place or person.
Example
The group is returning to the port on December 25th.
Die Gruppe kehrt am 25. Dezember zum Hafen zurück.
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.
C2 noun, adjective, verb /ˈrɛprəˌbeɪt/

reprobate

unmoralische Person
Meaning
A person of immoral character; to express disapproval of; morally corrupt.
Example
The old reprobate spent his days gambling and drinking.
Der alte Reprobate verbrachte seine Tage mit Glücksspiel und Trinken.
C1 noun /ruːz/

Ruse

List; Trick
Meaning
an action intended to deceive someone; a trick or stratagem
Example
The thief used a clever ruse to distract the guard.
Der Dieb benutzte eine clevere List, um den Wächter abzulenken.
C2 noun /rɪˈkwaɪtəl/

requital

Vergeltung
Meaning
The act of returning something, such as a favor, service, or punishment; repayment or retaliation.
Example
She offered her time in requital for his kindness.
Sie bot ihre Zeit als Vergeltung für seine Freundlichkeit an.
B2 noun /ˌrɛvəˈleɪʃən/

revelation

Offenbarung
Meaning
A surprising and previously unknown fact, especially one made known in a dramatic way.
Example
The book was full of shocking revelations about the politician.
Das Buch war voll von schockierenden Offenbarungen über den Politiker.
A2 noun /rɪˈfrɪdʒ.ər.eɪ.tər/

Refrigerator

kühlschrank
Meaning
an appliance for keeping food and drinks cold
Example
Please put the milk in the refrigerator to keep it fresh.
Bitte legen Sie die Milch in den Kühlschrank, um sie frisch zu halten.
C1 verb /rɪˈkuːpəreɪt/

recuperate

sich erholen
Meaning
to recover from illness or regain strength
Example
She went to the countryside to recuperate after surgery.
Sie ging aufs Land, um sich nach der Operation zu erholen.
C1 verb /rɪˈbʌf/

rebuff

zurückweisen
Meaning
to reject or refuse in a sharp or abrupt way
Example
She rebuffed his invitation to dinner.
Sie lehnte seine Einladung zum Abendessen ab.
B1 noun /raɪs ˈkʊkər/

Rice cooker

elektrischer Reiskocher
Meaning
an electric appliance designed to cook rice automatically
Example
The rice cooker automatically switches off when the rice is perfectly cooked.
Der Reiskocher schaltet sich automatisch ab, wenn der Reis perfekt gekocht ist.
C2 noun /rɪˈfræk.tər/

refractor

Refraktor
Meaning
A type of telescope that uses lenses to focus light.
Example
Refractor telescopes use lenses to focus light.
Refraktor-Teleskope verwenden Linsen, um Licht zu fokussieren.
C1 noun /ˈrɛdʒɪmənt/

regiment

Regiment
Meaning
A permanent unit of an army, typically commanded by a colonel and divided into several companies.
Example
The regiment marched proudly through the streets after returning from the mission.
Das Regiment marschierte stolz durch die Straßen, nachdem es von der Mission zurückgekehrt war.
A2 verb /ˌrɛkəˈmɛnd/

recommend

empfehlen
Meaning
to suggest or advise something as being good or suitable
Example
I recommend trying the new restaurant downtown.
Ich empfehle, das neue Restaurant in der Innenstadt auszuprobieren.
A2 noun /ræt/

Rat

ratte
Meaning
a large long-tailed rodent that is typically considered a pest
Example
The rat scurried across the kitchen floor.
Die Ratte lief über den Küchenboden.
B2 adjective rɪˈnaʊnd

renowned

renommiert
Meaning
Known or talked about by many people; famous.
Example
The renowned scientist led the reform panel.
Der renommierte Wissenschaftler leitete das Reformpanel.
C2 noun /rɪˈsɪdɪvɪst/

recidivist

Rückfalltäter
Meaning
A person who repeatedly commits crimes, especially after having been punished.
Example
The police identified him as a recidivist who had been arrested several times before.
Die Polizei identifizierte ihn als einen Rückfalltäter, der schon mehrere Male verhaftet worden war.
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.
C2 adjective /rɪˈfrɪndʒənt/

refringent

refraktierend
Meaning
Capable of refracting light or other waves.
Example
The refringent properties of the crystal bent the light into a spectrum.
Die refraktierenden Eigenschaften des Kristalls bogen das Licht in ein Spektrum.
C2 noun /rɪˈmɒnstrəns/

remonstrance

Protest
Meaning
A forceful protest or objection.
Example
The workers’ remonstrance against unfair treatment was ignored.
Der Protest der Arbeiter gegen die ungerechte Behandlung wurde ignoriert.
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 adjective /rɪˈzɜːrvd/

Reserved

reserviert; introvertiert
Meaning
slow to reveal emotion or opinions; restrained in manner
Example
She is quite reserved and doesn't talk much in meetings.
Sie ist ziemlich reserviert und spricht nicht viel in Besprechungen.
C2 noun /red ˌəʊ.liˈæn.dər/

Red oleander

rote Oleander
Meaning
a poisonous flowering shrub with bright red or pink flowers
Example
The red oleander blooms throughout the summer months.
Der rote Oleander blüht den ganzen Sommer über.
B2 verb /ræm/

ram

rammen
Meaning
to strike or push something with great force
Example
The truck rammed into the wall.
Der Lkw rammte in die Wand.
C1 adjective /rɪˈvɜː.sə.bəl/

Reversible

wendbar
Meaning
able to be turned the other way around; able to be undone or changed back
Example
This jacket is reversible and can be worn on both sides.
Diese Jacke ist wendbar und kann auf beiden Seiten getragen werden.
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.
B2 verb /ˈrendər/

render

bereitstellen
Meaning
to provide or give; to make or cause to become
Example
The artist renders the scene beautifully.
Der Künstler stellt die Szene wunderschön dar.
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.
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.
C1 verb /rɪˈpjuː.di.eɪt/

repudiate

verwerfen
Meaning
to refuse to accept, recognize, or support something
Example
He repudiated the claim that he was involved in the scandal.
Er lehnte die Behauptung ab, dass er in den Skandal verwickelt war.
B1 noun /rɪˈpleɪsmənt/

replacement

Ersatz
Meaning
the act of substituting one thing or person for another
Example
She got a replacement for her damaged phone.
Sie erhielt einen Ersatz für ihr beschädigtes Telefon.
B1 adverb /ˈriː.zən.ə.bli/

Reasonably

vernünftig; in angemessenem Maße;
Meaning
in a sensible way; fairly; to a moderate degree
Example
The hotel room was reasonably priced for the location.
Das Hotelzimmer war für den Standort vernünftig bepreist.
C1 verb /ˌriːˈkæst/

recast

Neu besetzen
Meaning
To present or change something in a different form or style.
Example
The director decided to recast the role with a younger actor.
Der Regisseur entschied sich, die Rolle mit einem jüngeren Schauspieler neu zu besetzen.
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.
C2 noun /ˈræpsədi/

rhapsody

erhobenes Lied/Lob
Meaning
an expression of great enthusiasm or an epic musical composition
Example
The singer’s performance was a rhapsody of emotions.
Die Darbietung des Sängers war eine Rhapsodie der Emotionen.
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.
C2 noun /rɪˈfɛkʃən/

refection

Mahlzeit / Essensaufnahme
Meaning
a meal or the act of taking food and drink
Example
The monks gathered for their evening refection.
Die Mönche versammelten sich zu ihrer Abendmahlzeit.
B2 verb /rɪˈzɜːv/

reserve

reservieren
Meaning
to keep something for future use; to book in advance
Example
I want to reserve a table for dinner.
Ich möchte einen Tisch für das Abendessen reservieren.
B2 noun /ˈraɪət/

Riot

Unruhen; Aufstand
Meaning
a violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd; an uncontrolled outburst
Example
The peaceful protest turned into a riot when violence broke out.
Die friedliche Protestation verwandelte sich in Unruhen, als Gewalt ausbrach.
C2 noun /roʊˈtʌn.də.ti/

rotundity

Rundheit
Meaning
the quality of being round or plump
Example
The rotundity of the balloon made it float gracefully.
Die Rundheit des Ballons ließ ihn elegant schweben.
B2 noun, verb /ˈriːteɪl/

retail

Einzelhandel
Meaning
the sale of goods to the public in small quantities for use or consumption rather than for resale
Example
The company specializes in the retail of clothing and accessories.
Das Unternehmen ist auf den Einzelhandel von Kleidung und Accessoires spezialisiert.
C2 noun /ˈriːbəs/

rebus

Rebus
Meaning
a puzzle in which words are represented by pictures, symbols, or letters
Example
The children enjoyed solving the rebus puzzles in the magazine.
Die Kinder haben es genossen, die Rebus-Rätsel im Magazin zu lösen.
B2 noun /rɪˈmuː.vəl/

Removal

Entfernung; Beseitigung; Entlassung;
Meaning
the action of taking something away or eliminating it; dismissal from office
Example
The removal of the old furniture took all day.
Die Entfernung der alten Möbel dauerte den ganzen Tag.
C1 verb /ˌriːhəˈbɪlɪteɪt/

rehabilitate

rehabilitieren
Meaning
to restore someone to health, normal life, or a good condition after illness, injury, or imprisonment
Example
The clinic helps rehabilitate injured athletes.
Die Klinik hilft, verletzte Athleten zu rehabilitieren.
B2 verb /ˈrʌm.bəl/

rumble

Glück
Meaning
to make a continuous deep, resonant sound
Example
Thunder rumbled in the distance.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B2 verb /rɪˈzɪst/

resist

widerstehen
Meaning
to oppose or fight against; to withstand
Example
He could not resist the temptation.
Er konnte der Versuchung nicht widerstehen.
C2 adjective /ˌrɛpərˈtɔːriəl/

repertorial

repertorial
Meaning
Relating to or characteristic of a repertoire, especially in journalism or performance contexts.
Example
The journalist's repertorial style captured every detail of the unfolding story.
Der repertoriale Stil des Journalisten erfasste jedes Detail der sich entfaltenden Geschichte.
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.
B1 adjective rɪˈlaɪ.ə.bəl

reliable

zuverlässig
Meaning
Consistently good in quality or performance; able to be trusted.
Example
Reliable systems ensure efficiency.
Zuverlässige Systeme gewährleisten Effizienz.
C1 noun /rɪˈvʌlʃən/

revulsion

Abscheu
Meaning
a strong feeling of disgust or repulsion
Example
She felt revulsion at the sight of the cruel act.
Sie fühlte Abscheu beim Anblick der grausamen Tat.
B2 verb /ˈrɛkən/

reckon

annehmen
Meaning
To think, believe, or expect something; to calculate or estimate.
Example
I reckon it will rain later today.
Ich schätze, dass es später heute regnen wird.
C1 noun /ˈrɛnɪˌɡeɪd/

renegade

Renegat
Meaning
a person who deserts or betrays an organization, country, or principles
Example
He was labeled a renegade after leaving the party and criticizing its policies.
Er wurde nach dem Verlassen der Partei und der Kritik an deren Politik als Renegat bezeichnet.
B2 noun /ræntʃ/

ranch

Rinderfarm
Meaning
a large farm where animals such as cattle or sheep are raised
Example
They own a huge cattle ranch in Texas.
Sie besitzen eine riesige Rinderfarm in Texas.
A2 noun /ˈriːdɪŋ/

reading

Lesen
Meaning
the action or skill of reading
Example
Reading is one of my favorite hobbies.
Lesen ist eines meiner Lieblingshobbys.
C2 adjective /rɪˈfjuː.tə.bəl/

Refutable

widerlegbar
Meaning
capable of being proven wrong or false; able to be disproved
Example
His theory was refutable because it could be tested experimentally.
Seine Theorie war widerlegbar, weil sie experimentell getestet werden konnte.
A2 noun reɪndʒ

range

Reichweite
Meaning
The extent or scope of something; the distance that can be covered or the limits within which something operates.
Example
The new electric car has a range of 400 miles.
Das neue Elektroauto hat eine Reichweite von 400 Meilen.
C1 verb /ˌrevəˈluːʃənaɪz/

revolutionize

revolutionieren
Meaning
Change (something) radically or fundamentally.
Example
Artificial intelligence is set to revolutionize the healthcare sector.
Künstliche Intelligenz wird bereit sein, den Gesundheitssektor zu revolutionieren.
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.
A2 verb /rɪˈmeɪn/

remain

bleiben
Meaning
to stay in the same place; to continue to exist
Example
Only a few guests remain at the party.
Nur wenige Gäste bleiben auf der Party.
C1 noun /ˈrʌfiən/

Ruffian

Schurke; gewalttätige Person;
Meaning
a violent person, especially one involved in crime; a brutal or lawless person
Example
The ruffian threatened the shopkeeper for money.
Der Schurke bedrohte den Ladenbesitzer wegen Geld.
B2 noun /ˈreɪʃoʊ/

ratio

Verhältnis
Meaning
a relationship between two numbers showing how many times the first number contains the second
Example
The ratio of boys to girls in the class is 2:1.
Das Verhältnis von Jungen zu Mädchen in der Klasse ist 2:1.
C1 noun /ˌrɛtrɪˈbjuːʃən/

retribution

Vergeltung, Strafe
Meaning
punishment inflicted as vengeance for a wrong or crime
Example
The villagers demanded retribution for the crime committed.
Die Dorfbewohner forderten Vergeltung für das begangene Verbrechen.
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.
C2 noun /ˌriːkruːˈdɛsəns/

recrudescence

Wiederaufleben
Meaning
a new outbreak or revival of something that had subsided, especially an undesirable condition
Example
Health officials warned of a recrudescence of measles in several districts.
Gesundheitsbehörden warnten vor einem Wiederaufleben von Masern in mehreren Bezirken.
B1 noun /rɪˈleɪ.ʃən/

Relation

Beziehung; Verwandtschaft
Meaning
the way in which two or more people or things are connected; a family member
Example
They have a strong business relation that has lasted for years.
Sie haben eine starke geschäftliche Beziehung, die seit Jahren besteht.
B2 noun /ˌrezəˈveɪʃən/

Reservation

Reservierung
Meaning
the action of reserving something; an arrangement whereby something is reserved for a particular person; a qualification to an expression of agreement or approval
Example
I made a reservation at the restaurant for tonight.
Ich habe eine Reservierung im Restaurant für heute Abend gemacht.
B2 noun /ˌrɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

regulation

eine Regel oder Anweisung, die von einer Behörde erlassen und aufrechterhalten wird
Meaning
A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority.
Example
Government regulation ensures fair business practices.
Die staatliche Regulierung sorgt für faire Geschäftspraktiken.
C2 verb /rɪˈɡeɪl/

regale

unterhalten
Meaning
To entertain or amuse someone with stories, food, or drink.
Example
He regaled us with stories of his travels around the world.
Er hat uns mit Geschichten von seinen Reisen rund um die Welt unterhalten.
C2 adjective /ˌriːkruːˈdɛsənt/

recrudescent

wiederauflebend
Meaning
reviving or breaking out again after a period of abatement
Example
Recrudescent tensions threatened the fragile ceasefire.
Wiederauflebende Spannungen bedrohten den fragilen Waffenstillstand.
B1 verb /ˈreskjuː/

rescue

retten
Meaning
to save someone or something from danger or harm
Example
The firefighters rescued the cat from the tree.
Die Feuerwehrleute haben die Katze vom Baum gerettet.
C2 noun /ruːd/

rood

kreuz
Meaning
a crucifix, especially one positioned above the entrance to the chancel of a church
Example
The old church displayed a carved rood above the altar.
Die alte Kirche zeigte ein geschnitztes Kreuz über dem Altar.
B1 noun ˌrek.ə.menˈdeɪ.ʃənz

recommendations

Empfehlungen
Meaning
Suggestions or proposals as to the best course of action.
Example
The commission submitted their recommendations.
Die Kommission legte ihre Empfehlungen vor.
C2 adjective /rɪˈflɛktɪbəl/

reflectible

reflektierbar
Meaning
capable of being reflected, as light or an image
Example
The surface of the lake is highly reflectible in the morning sun.
Die Oberfläche des Sees ist im Morgensonne stark reflektierbar.
C1 noun /rɪˌsɛptɪˈvɪti/

receptivity

Empfänglichkeit
Meaning
The ability or willingness to receive something, especially signals or stimuli.
Example
Her receptivity to new ideas helped improve the project.
Ihre Empfänglichkeit für neue Ideen half, das Projekt zu verbessern.
C2 noun /rɪˌdʒuːvəˈnɛsəns/

rejuvenescence

Verjüngung
Meaning
the action or process of becoming young or fresh again
Example
The forest showed signs of rejuvenescence after the rains.
Der Wald zeigte nach dem Regen Zeichen der Verjüngung.
A2 verb /raɪz/

rise

steigen
Meaning
to move upward; to get up from bed; to increase
Example
The sun rises in the east.
Die Sonne geht im Osten auf.
C2 noun /rɪˈvaɪ.zəl/

revisal

Überprüfung
Meaning
The act of revising, reviewing, or making changes to something.
Example
The revisal of the contract took longer than expected.
Die Überprüfung des Vertrags dauerte länger als erwartet.
B2 noun /rɪˈfjuː.zəl/

Refusal

Ablehnung; Verweigerung
Meaning
the act of saying no to something or not accepting something
Example
His refusal to cooperate made the project more difficult.
Seine Ablehnung zur Zusammenarbeit machte das Projekt schwieriger.
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.