C2 adjective /ˌsæsərˈdoʊtl/

sacerdotal

priesterlich

Meaning

Relating to priests or the priesthood.

Example

The ritual had a distinctly sacerdotal character.

Das Ritual hatte einen deutlich priesterlichen Charakter.

C1 noun /ˌdʒʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən/

juxtaposition

Juxtaposition

Meaning

The fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.

Example

The juxtaposition of light and dark colors created a dramatic effect.

Die Juxtaposition von hellen und dunklen Farben erzeugte einen dramatischen Effekt.

C1 noun /ˈtrɛʒərər/

treasurer

Schatzmeister

Meaning

a person responsible for managing the financial affairs of an organization

Example

The treasurer presented the annual financial report.

Der Schatzmeister präsentierte den jährlichen Finanzbericht.

C2 noun /ˌθɜː.məʊˈdʒen.ɪ.sɪs/

thermogenesis

Prozess der Wärmeproduktion

Meaning

The process of heat production in living organisms, often associated with burning calories and energy expenditure.

Example

Spicy foods can enhance thermogenesis and calorie burning.

Würzige Lebensmittel können die Thermogenese und das Kalorienverbrennen fördern.

C1 verb /wiːn/

wean

abstillen

Meaning

To gradually stop a child or animal from breastfeeding; to detach from a habit.

Example

Parents often wean their babies around six months old.

Eltern entwöhnen ihre Babys oft mit etwa sechs Monaten.

B2 adjective /prɪˈpærəˌtɔːri/

Preparatory

vorbereitend; einführend; als Vorbereitung bestimmt

Meaning

preliminary; introductory; intended as preparation

Example

She attended preparatory classes before the final exam.

Sie nahm vorbereitende Kurse vor der Abschlussprüfung.

A1 adverb /ʌp/

up

nach oben

Meaning

towards a higher position or level

Example

He climbed up the ladder quickly.

Er stieg schnell die Leiter hinauf.

B2 verb /ɡrænt/

grant

gewähren

Meaning

to give or allow someone to have; to admit or agree

Example

The university granted him a scholarship.

Die Universität gewährte ihm ein Stipendium.

B2 noun /ɔːˈræŋ.ʊˌtæŋ/

Orang-Outang

Orang-Utang

Meaning

a large arboreal ape with long reddish hair, long arms, and hooked hands and feet, native to Borneo and Sumatra

Example

The orangutan swings gracefully through the forest canopy.

Der Orang-Utang schwingt anmutig durch das Blätterdach des Waldes.

B2 noun /ˈdʒel.ə.si/

Jealousy

Eifersucht; Groll gegenüber einem Rivalen

Meaning

a feeling of envy of someone or their achievements; resentment against a rival

Example

His jealousy over his colleague's promotion led to tension in the workplace.

Seine Eifersucht auf die Beförderung seines Kollegen führte zu Spannungen am Arbeitsplatz.

C1 adjective /ɪnˈkrɛdjələs/

incredulous

ungläubig

Meaning

unwilling or unable to believe something

Example

He gave her an incredulous look when she claimed she could fly.

Er warf ihr einen ungläubigen Blick zu, als sie behauptete, fliegen zu können.

B2 adjective /ˈdʒuːɪʃ/

jewish

Glück

Meaning

relating to Jews or Judaism

Example

They celebrate Jewish festivals every year.

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

C1 noun /ˈflɔː.rə/

flora

die Pflanzenwelt, die in einer bestimmten Region oder einem bestimmten Lebensraum zu finden ist

Meaning

The plant life found in a particular region or habitat.

Example

The Amazon rainforest is home to a vast flora diversity.

Der Amazonas-Regenwald ist Heimat einer großen Vielfalt an Flora.

A2 noun /lɔː/

Law

Gesetz

Meaning

a rule or system of rules recognized by a country or community as regulating the actions of its members

Example

Everyone must obey the law.

Jeder muss das Gesetz befolgen.

C1 adjective ɔːɡˈmen.tɪd

augmented

erweitert, verbessert, vergrößert

Meaning

having been made greater in size or value.

Example

The new software provided augmented reality features.

Die neue Software bot erweiterte Funktionen der erweiterten Realität.

A1 noun /ɒkˈtoʊbər/

october

Oktober

Meaning

the tenth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar

Example

The weather becomes cooler in October.

Im Oktober wird das Wetter kühler.

C1 noun /ˈprɒk.tər/

proctor

Aufsichtsperson

Meaning

a person who supervises students during an examination

Example

The proctor reminded students to keep their phones switched off.

Der Aufsichtsperson erinnerte die Schüler daran, ihre Handys auszuschalten.

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.

A2 verb /prəˈvaɪd/

provide

bereitstellen

Meaning

to give or supply something that is needed or wanted

Example

The teacher will provide extra materials for the students.

Der Lehrer wird zusätzliches Material für die Schüler bereitstellen.

C2 adjective /pɔːrˈtɛntəs/

portentous

unheilvoll, ernst

Meaning

Giving a sign or warning that something, often bad or serious, is going to happen; or overly solemn and pompous.

Example

His portentous tone made everyone nervous about the news.

Sein unheilvoller Ton machte alle nervös wegen der Nachricht.

C1 noun /ˈdɪm.pəl/

Dimple

Grübchen

Meaning

a small depression in the flesh, either one that exists permanently or one that forms when smiling

Example

Her charming dimples appeared whenever she smiled at the children.

Ihre charmanten Grübchen erschienen immer, wenn sie den Kindern zulächelte.

C1 verb /ɡʌʃ/

gush

strömen

Meaning

to flow out suddenly and forcefully, or to express something enthusiastically

Example

Tears began to gush from her eyes.

Tränen begannen aus ihren Augen zu fließen.

C1 adjective /ɪmˈpʌlsɪv/

impulsive

impulsiv, spontan

Meaning

acting suddenly without careful thought

Example

She made an impulsive decision to buy the car.

Sie traf eine impulsive Entscheidung, das Auto zu kaufen.

C1 noun /fiːnd/

fiend

Ungeheuer, böse Person

Meaning

an evil spirit or demon; a wicked or cruel person; someone obsessed with a particular thing

Example

He is a real fiend when it comes to solving puzzles.

Er ist ein richtiger Dämon, wenn es darum geht, Rätsel zu lösen.

C1 noun /rɪˈdʌn.dəns/

Redundance

Redundanz

Meaning

the state of being not or no longer needed or useful; superfluous repetition of information

Example

The document contained redundance that made it unnecessarily long.

Das Dokument enthielt Redundanz, die es unnötig lang machte.

C1 verb /rɪˈnɛɡ/

renege

ein Versprechen brechen

Meaning

to go back on a promise, agreement, or commitment

Example

The company reneged on its promise to increase wages.

Das Unternehmen hat sein Versprechen, die Löhne zu erhöhen, gebrochen.

B2 adjective /ˈprɒfɪtəbl/

profitable

rentabel

Meaning

yielding profit or financial gain

Example

The company has become highly profitable after the new strategy was implemented.

Das Unternehmen ist nach der Umsetzung der neuen Strategie hochgradig rentabel geworden.

B2 noun /ˈɔːrnəmənt/

ornament

Schmuck

Meaning

A decorative object that adds beauty to something.

Example

The Christmas tree was decorated with colorful ornaments.

Der Weihnachtsbaum war mit buntem Schmuck geschmückt.

C2 noun /ˈpɪnəs/

pinnace

kleines Boot

Meaning

a small boat, often carried by a larger ship

Example

The sailors used a pinnace to reach the shore.

Die Matrosen benutzten ein kleines Boot, um das Ufer zu erreichen.

B2 noun /ˈleð.ər/

Leather

Leder

Meaning

animal skin that has been treated to preserve it and make it suitable for use

Example

He bought a leather jacket from the store.

Er kaufte eine Lederjacke im Laden.

C1 adjective /ˈfaɪ.naɪt/

Finite

begrenzt; endlich

Meaning

limited; having bounds or limits; not infinite

Example

Earth has finite natural resources.

Die Erde hat begrenzte natürliche Ressourcen.

C1 noun /ˈiːɡoʊˌɪzəm/

egoism

Egoismus

Meaning

An ethical theory that treats self-interest as the foundation of morality; also, excessive preoccupation with oneself.

Example

His decisions were often driven by egoism rather than concern for others.

Seine Entscheidungen wurden oft vom Egoismus angetrieben, statt von der Sorge um andere.

C2 adjective /ˈvæpɪd/

vapid

langweilig

Meaning

lacking liveliness, flavor, or interest; dull and uninspired

Example

The lecture was so vapid that half the audience fell asleep.

Der Vortrag war so langweilig, dass die Hälfte des Publikums eingeschlafen ist.

A2 noun /teɪst/

Taste

Geschmack; persönliche Vorliebe

Meaning

the sensation produced when food touches the tongue; personal preference or liking

Example

This cake has a sweet taste that I really enjoy.

Dieser Kuchen hat einen süßen Geschmack, den ich wirklich genieße.

C1 adjective /ɛnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdɪk/

encyclopedic

lexikalisch

Meaning

Having comprehensive knowledge of many subjects; relating to or characteristic of an encyclopedia.

Example

Her encyclopedic knowledge of history amazed everyone at the conference.

Ihr lexikalisches Wissen über Geschichte hat alle bei der Konferenz erstaunt.

C1 noun ɪnˈdɪdʒɪnəs trəˈdɪʃənz

Indigenous Traditions

Indigene Traditionen

Meaning

Cultural practices, beliefs, and customs that have been passed down through generations among native peoples.

Example

Indigenous traditions in the Chittagong Hill Tracts are unique.

Die indigenen Traditionen in den Chittagong Hill Tracts sind einzigartig.

A1 verb /ˈhæpən/

happen

geschehen

Meaning

to occur or take place; to come about by chance

Example

What happened at the meeting yesterday?

Was ist bei dem Treffen gestern passiert?

C2 verb /dɪˈfoʊlieɪt/

defoliate

entlauben

Meaning

to strip leaves from a tree, plant, or area, often using chemicals

Example

The farmers defoliated the fields before harvest.

Die Bauern entlaubten die Felder vor der Ernte.

C1 verb /pərˈspaɪər/

perspire

schwitzen

Meaning

To give out sweat through the pores of the skin as a result of heat, physical exertion, or stress.

Example

He began to perspire after running for 10 minutes.

Er begann zu schwitzen, nachdem er 10 Minuten lang gelaufen war.

A1 noun /trɪp/

trip

Reise

Meaning

a journey or excursion, especially for pleasure

Example

They took a trip to the mountains last summer.

Sie haben letzten Sommer eine Reise in die Berge gemacht.

C1 noun /aɪ/

aye

ja

Meaning

an affirmative vote or expression of agreement

Example

The committee voted aye on the proposal.

Das Komitee hat mit Ja für den Vorschlag gestimmt.

C1 noun ɪnˈdaʊmənt

endowment

Stiftung, Schenkung

Meaning

An income or form of property given or bequeathed to someone.

Example

The university received a large endowment for research.

Die Universität erhielt eine große Stiftung für die Forschung.

B2 verb /spɪt/

spit

spucken

Meaning

to force liquid, especially saliva, out of the mouth

Example

He spat on the ground in anger.

Er spuckte aus Wut auf den Boden.

C2 noun /səbˈsɜːviəns/

subservience

Unterwürfigkeit

Meaning

the condition of being too willing to obey or serve others

Example

His subservience to authority annoyed his colleagues.

Seine Unterwürfigkeit gegenüber der Autorität ärgerte seine Kollegen.

B2 adjective /hɪˈlɛəriəs/

hilarious

extrem lustig

Meaning

Extremely funny or amusing.

Example

The comedian told a hilarious story that had everyone laughing.

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

B2 noun /ˈlaɪ.kli.hʊd/

likelihood

Wahrscheinlichkeit

Meaning

the chance or probability of something happening

Example

There is a strong likelihood of rain tomorrow.

Es gibt eine hohe Wahrscheinlichkeit für Regen morgen.

C2 adjective /prɪˈzʌmptɪv/

presumptive

vermutet

Meaning

Based on probability or assumption rather than proof.

Example

She is the presumptive nominee for the party.

Sie ist die vermutete Kandidatin für die Partei.

C2 noun /feɪt/

fete

Fest, Feier

Meaning

a celebration or festival, often in honor of someone

Example

The village held a grand fete to celebrate the harvest.

Das Dorf veranstaltete ein großes Fest, um die Ernte zu feiern.

C1 adjective məˈθɒd.ɪ.kəl

methodical

methodisch

Meaning

Done according to a systematic or established procedure; orderly and systematic.

Example

His methodical research produced reliable results.

Seine methodische Forschung lieferte zuverlässige Ergebnisse.

B2 adjective /ˌɪntərˈmiːdiət/

intermediate

mittelstufig

Meaning

Coming between two things in time, place, or order; in the middle level or stage.

Example

She is taking an intermediate-level French course.

Sie nimmt einen Französischkurs auf mittlerem Niveau.

C1 adjective /ˈneɡ.lɪ.dʒənt/

Negligent

nachlässig

Meaning

failing to take proper care; careless; showing lack of attention

Example

The negligent driver caused a serious accident.

Der nachlässige Fahrer verursachte einen schweren Unfall.

C1 noun /ʌpˈhiːvəl/

upheaval

Umwälzung

Meaning

a violent or sudden change or disruption to something

Example

The company faced a major upheaval after the sudden resignation of its CEO.

Das Unternehmen erlebte eine große Umwälzung nach dem plötzlichen Rücktritt seines CEOs.

A2 noun /ˈdaɪəri/

diary

tagebuch

Meaning

a book in which one keeps a daily record of events and experiences

Example

She wrote about her day in her diary before going to bed.

Sie schrieb über ihren Tag in ihrem Tagebuch, bevor sie ins Bett ging.

A2 noun wʊd

wood

Holz

Meaning

The hard fibrous material that forms the main substance of the trunk or branches of a tree or shrub.

Example

Wood is being tested for its resilience in space.

Das Holz wird auf seine Widerstandsfähigkeit im Weltraum getestet.

C2 noun /dʒɛˌstɪkjʊˈleɪʃən/

gesticulation

Gestikulation

Meaning

a gesture, especially a dramatic one, used instead of speaking or to emphasize speech

Example

His speech was full of passionate gesticulations.

Seine Rede war voller leidenschaftlicher Gestikulationen.

C2 adjective /ˈɡær.ə.ləs/

Garrulous

geschwätzig; redselig; plappernd

Meaning

excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters; chatty and rambling in speech

Example

The garrulous old man at the coffee shop would talk for hours about his travels.

Der geschwätzige alte Mann im Café sprach stundenlang über seine Reisen.

C1 noun /ˈvenɪsən/

Venison

Rehfleisch

Meaning

meat from a deer used as food

Example

The restaurant serves delicious venison steaks.

Das Restaurant serviert köstliche Rehsteaks.

B1 noun /ˈkɒntɪnənt/

continent

Kontinent

Meaning

one of the large landmasses on Earth such as Asia, Africa, or Europe

Example

Asia is the largest continent in the world.

Asien ist der größte Kontinent der Welt.

B1 noun /kriˈeɪ.ʃənz/

creations

Kreationen

Meaning

Things that have been created, especially works of art or imaginative works.

Example

His creations astonished the world.

Seine Kreationen erstaunten die Welt.

B2 noun /ɡræm/

Gram

kichererbse

Meaning

chickpea; a leguminous plant and its edible seed

Example

She cooked gram curry for lunch today.

Sie hat heute zum Mittagessen Kichererbsen-Curry gekocht.

C2 noun /ˌkæl.sɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

calcification

kalkifizierung

Meaning

The process of calcium accumulation in soil, making it hard.

Example

Calcification reduces soil permeability and affects crop growth.

Kalkifizierung verringert die Durchlässigkeit des Bodens und beeinträchtigt das Wachstum der Pflanzen.

B2 verb /ɪnˈflɪkt/

inflict

zufügen

Meaning

to cause something unpleasant or painful to be suffered by someone or something

Example

The storm inflicted considerable damage to the city.

Der Sturm fügte der Stadt erheblichen Schaden zu.

C1 noun /ˌɑːr.kəˈpɛl.əˌɡoʊ/

archipelago

Archipel

Meaning

A group of islands clustered together in a body of water.

Example

Indonesia is an archipelago with thousands of islands.

Indonesien ist ein Archipel mit Tausenden von Inseln.

C1 adjective /ˈmæn.əd/

mannered

künstlich / affektiert

Meaning

Having or showing a particular manner, especially an artificial or affected one.

Example

The actor’s performance was too mannered to feel natural.

Die Darbietung des Schauspielers war zu gekünstelt, um natürlich zu wirken.

C1 noun /ˈlaɪbəl/

libel

Verleumdung

Meaning

a published false statement that damages a person's reputation

Example

The newspaper was sued for libel after publishing false claims.

Die Zeitung wurde wegen Verleumdung verklagt, nachdem sie falsche Behauptungen veröffentlicht hatte.

A2 adjective /ˈkraʊdɪd/

crowded

Glück

Meaning

filled with too many people or things

Example

The bus was so crowded that I could hardly move.

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

C1 noun /səˈlɪləkwi/

soliloquy

Soliloquium

Meaning

a speech in which a character talks to themselves, often used in drama to reveal inner thoughts

Example

Hamlet's soliloquy is one of the most famous passages in Shakespearean drama.

Hamlets Soliloquium ist eine der bekanntesten Passagen im Shakespeare-Drama.

C2 verb /ɪnˈtriːt/

entreat

bitten

Meaning

To ask earnestly or beg someone to do something.

Example

She entreated him to stay a little longer.

Sie flehte ihn an, noch ein wenig länger zu bleiben.

B2 noun /ˈsɒlɪtjuːd/

solitude

einsamkeit

Meaning

The state or situation of being alone.

Example

Solitude can provide the opportunity for deep reflection.

Die Einsamkeit kann die Möglichkeit für tiefgehende Reflexion bieten.

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.

C2 noun /əˈfleɪtəs/

afflatus

göttliche Inspiration

Meaning

a sudden divine inspiration or creative impulse

Example

The poet wrote the verses under a sudden afflatus of inspiration.

Der Dichter schrieb die Verse unter einer plötzlichen göttlichen Inspiration.

C2 adjective /dɪˈkɔːrəs/

decourous

anständig

Meaning

characterized by propriety, good taste, and proper manners

Example

She maintained a decourous silence during the ceremony.

Sie bewahrte während der Zeremonie eine anständige Stille.

C1 noun ɪˌræd.ɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

eradication

Beseitigung

Meaning

The complete destruction or elimination of something unwanted.

Example

Carbon eradication is a key goal of the project.

Die Beseitigung von Kohlenstoff ist ein wichtiges Ziel des Projekts.

C1 noun /ˌkæm.əˈrɑː.dɚ.i/

camaraderie

Kameradschaft, Freundschaft, Verbundenheit

Meaning

Mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together.

Example

The camaraderie among teammates was inspiring.

Die Kameradschaft unter den Teammitgliedern war inspirierend.

C2 noun /hɪˈlærɪti/

hilarity

Hilarität

Meaning

Extreme amusement, especially when expressed by laughter.

Example

The movie caused great hilarity among the audience.

Der Film verursachte große Hilarität beim Publikum.

C2 noun /ˈæl.kə.laɪ ækt/

Alkali Act

Alkali Gesetz

Meaning

A British law passed in 1863 to regulate the emission of hydrochloric acid gas from alkali works, representing one of the first pieces of environmental legislation.

Example

The Alkali Act of 1863 was one of the first environmental laws.

Das Alkali-Gesetz von 1863 war eines der ersten Umweltgesetze.

B1 noun /ˈpɪkʌp/

pickup

kleiner Lkw mit offener Ladefläche; die Handlung des Sammelns oder Verbesserns von etwas

Meaning

a small truck with an open back; the act of collecting or improving something

Example

The company scheduled a pickup for the returned goods.

Das Unternehmen hat eine Abholung für die zurückgegebenen Waren geplant.

C1 adjective /ˌɪnɑːrˈtɪkjʊlət/

inarticulate

unverständlich

Meaning

Unable to express oneself clearly or effectively in speech or writing.

Example

She became inarticulate with emotion during the speech.

Sie wurde beim Vortrag vor Emotionen unverständlich.

C2 adjective /ˌdeɪ.kɒlˈteɪ/

decollete

Kleid mit tiefem Ausschnitt

Meaning

of a woman's dress or top, cut low so as to reveal the neck and upper chest

Example

She wore a decollete gown to the party.

Sie trug ein Kleid mit tiefem Ausschnitt zur Party.

C2 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈfætɪɡəbl̩/

indefatigable

unermüdlich

Meaning

persisting tirelessly; incapable of being fatigued

Example

Her indefatigable spirit kept the team motivated during the long project.

Ihr unermüdlicher Geist hielt das Team während des langen Projekts motiviert.

C2 adjective /ˈsɜːrkəmskraɪbd/

circumscribed

beschränkt

Meaning

restricted or limited in scope or freedom

Example

Her freedom of choice was circumscribed by social rules.

Ihre Entscheidungsfreiheit war durch soziale Regeln beschränkt.

B2 noun /ˈwel.feər/

Welfare

Wohlergehen; Wohlstand; Gesundheit

Meaning

the health, happiness, and fortunes of a person or group; care and support

Example

The government is responsible for the welfare of its citizens.

Die Regierung ist für das Wohlergehen ihrer Bürger verantwortlich.

C2 verb /ˈblʌstər/

bluster

prahlerei

Meaning

to speak loudly in an aggressive or threatening way, often without real power

Example

The manager blustered about firing people but did nothing.

Der Manager prahlte mit der Entlassung von Leuten, tat aber nichts.

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.

B2 noun dɪˈstrækʃən

distraction

Ablenkung

Meaning

Something that prevents concentration or takes attention away from something else.

Example

Distraction during study time can hinder learning.

Ablenkung während der Lernzeit kann das Lernen behindern.

B2 verb /əˈpɔɪnt/

appoint

ernennen

Meaning

to choose someone for a job or position

Example

The board will appoint a new director.

Der Vorstand wird einen neuen Direktor ernennen.

B2 noun /ˌklærɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

clarification

Klarstellung

Meaning

The action of making a statement or situation less confused and more clearly comprehensible.

Example

The manager requested clarification on the project details.

Der Manager bat um eine Klarstellung der Projektdetails.

A2 noun, verb /ˈmætər/

matter

Frage / Bedeutung

Meaning

A subject or situation under consideration; to be important.

Example

It doesn’t matter what others think.

Es ist nicht wichtig, was andere denken.

C1 verb /rɪˈtɔːrt/

retort

Gegenschlag

Meaning

To reply quickly or sharply, often in a witty or angry manner.

Example

He quickly retorted that he was not to blame.

Er entgegnete schnell, dass er nicht schuld war.

C1 verb /skrɔːl/

scrawl

schnell und unordentlich schreiben

Meaning

to write or draw something quickly and carelessly, making it hard to read

Example

He scrawled his signature at the bottom of the page.

Er kritzelte seine Unterschrift am unteren Rand der Seite.

C2 adjective /bəˈθɛt.ɪk/

bathetic

triviale Emotion

Meaning

displaying insincere or trivial emotion; producing an unintended ridiculous effect through sudden change from serious to silly

Example

The movie's ending was unintentionally bathetic rather than tragic.

Das Ende des Films war bathetisch statt tragisch.

C1 verb /əˈluːd/

allude

anspielen

Meaning

To refer to something indirectly or casually.

Example

The professor alluded to Shakespeare during the lecture.

Der Professor spielte während der Vorlesung auf Shakespeare an.

C2 adjective /ˈəʊ.dər.əs/

Odorous

duftend; aromatisch

Meaning

having a strong smell; fragrant; aromatic

Example

The garden was filled with odorous flowers.

Der Garten war voller duftender Blumen.

C2 verb /əˈfaɪəns/

affiance

verloben

Meaning

to promise or pledge marriage; to formally engage

Example

They decided to affiance after years of friendship.

Sie beschlossen, sich nach Jahren der Freundschaft zu verloben.

A2 adverb /ˈstrɒŋɡli/

strongly

stark

Meaning

in a strong manner or to a great extent

Example

She strongly believes in the power of positive thinking.

Sie glaubt stark an die Kraft des positiven Denkens.

C1 noun /əˈkɜr.əns/

Occurrence

Vorkommen

Meaning

an instance or event of something happening; the fact of occurring

Example

The occurrence of earthquakes is common in this region.

Das Vorkommen von Erdbeben ist in dieser Region üblich.

C2 adjective /mjuːˈnɪfɪsənt/

munificent

großzügig

Meaning

extremely generous; giving freely and abundantly

Example

She made a munificent donation to the orphanage.

Sie hat eine großzügige Spende an das Waisenhaus gemacht.

B2 noun /ˌprɒp.əˈɡæn.də/

Propaganda

propaganda; Gerüchte

Meaning

information spread to promote a particular political cause or point of view

Example

The government used propaganda to influence public opinion during the war.

Die Regierung nutzte Propaganda, um die öffentliche Meinung während des Krieges zu beeinflussen.

C1 verb, noun /dɪsˈkrɛdɪt/

discredit

diskreditieren

Meaning

To harm the reputation of someone or something; loss of respect or credibility.

Example

The scandal discredited the politician in the eyes of the public.

Der Skandal diskreditierte den Politiker in den Augen der Öffentlichkeit.

B2 noun /ˈhɑːrd.ʃɪp/

Hardship

Schwierigkeit, Leiden

Meaning

severe suffering or privation; difficulty or distress

Example

Despite facing many hardships during the war, the family remained united and hopeful.

Trotz vieler Entbehrungen im Krieg blieb die Familie vereint und voller Hoffnung.

B2 noun /dɪˈdʌk.ʃən/

deduction

Deduktion

Meaning

The process of reaching a conclusion through logical reasoning.

Example

His deduction from the evidence was accurate.

Seine Deduktion aus den Beweisen war korrekt.

B2 noun /ˌɪmɪˈɡreɪʃən/

immigration

Einwanderung

Meaning

the action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country

Example

Immigration policies vary from country to country.

Die Immigrationspolitik variiert von Land zu Land.

C1 noun /ˈheɪvən/

haven

Zufluchtsort

Meaning

a safe place or shelter

Example

The library became a haven for students during exams.

Die Bibliothek wurde während der Prüfungen zu einem Zufluchtsort für die Studenten.

B2 adjective/noun /ɪˈrɑːki/

iraqi

irakisch

Meaning

relating to Iraq or its people

Example

The Iraqi culture is rich and diverse.

Die irakische Kultur ist reich und vielfältig.

B1 verb /ˈdoʊneɪt/

donate

spenden

Meaning

to give money, goods, or time to help others; to contribute

Example

She donates blood every three months.

Sie spendet alle drei Monate Blut.

C1 verb /məˈnuː.vər/

manoeuver

manövrieren

Meaning

To move skillfully or carefully; to guide or manipulate into a desired position.

Example

The driver skillfully manoeuvered the car through the narrow street.

Der Fahrer manövrierte das Auto geschickt durch die enge Straße.

B2 verb /tæp/

tap

klopfen

Meaning

to strike something lightly, usually with a quick, sharp sound

Example

He tapped on the door to get her attention.

Er klopfte an die Tür, um ihre Aufmerksamkeit zu erregen.

C1 noun /ɡæsˈtrɒnəmi/

gastronomy

gastronomie

Meaning

The art or science of good eating and fine cuisine.

Example

Paris is famous for its rich tradition of gastronomy.

Paris ist berühmt für seine reiche Tradition der Gastronomie.

C1 adjective /ɪnˈθrɔː.lɪŋ/

enthralling

fesselnd

Meaning

Captivating and holding one's attention completely; fascinating.

Example

The movie was enthralling, keeping the audience engaged till the end.

Der Film war fesselnd, er hielt das Publikum bis zum Ende gefesselt.

B1 noun ˈstæn.dədz

Meaning

a woman's loose-fitting undergarment or dress hanging straight from the shoulders

Example

The vintage chemise was made of delicate lace and silk.

Das Vintage-Chemise war aus feiner Spitze und Seide gefertigt.

B2 adverb /ˈfɔːrməli/

formally

formell

Meaning

in a formal or official manner; according to established rules or conventions

Example

The agreement was formally signed by both parties.

Die Vereinbarung wurde von beiden Parteien formell unterzeichnet.