B2 noun ˈsiːzənəl ˈvedʒtəbəlz

seasonal vegetables

saisonale Gemüse

Meaning

Vegetables that grow during specific seasons or times of the year

Example

Seasonal vegetables grow abundantly in winter.

Saisonale Gemüse wachsen im Winter reichlich.

B2 adjective /ˈʃɒkɪŋ/

shocking

erschreckend

Meaning

causing surprise or disbelief; startling

Example

The news of the accident was shocking to everyone.

Die Nachricht über den Unfall war für alle erschreckend.

B2 adjective /ˈspeɪ.ʃəs/

Spacious

geräumig; weit

Meaning

having a lot of space; roomy and comfortable

Example

The house has a spacious living room with high ceilings.

Das Haus hat ein geräumiges Wohnzimmer mit hohen Decken.

B2 adjective /ˈʃæl.oʊ/

Shallow

oberflächlich; seicht; Mangel an tieferem Wissen

Meaning

not deep; superficial; lacking depth of knowledge

Example

The shallow water is perfect for children to play.

Das seichte Wasser ist perfekt für Kinder zum Spielen.

B2 noun/verb /ˈsæd.əl/

saddle

Sitz auf dem Rücken eines Pferdes; jemandem Verantwortung auferlegen

Meaning

A seat fastened on the back of a horse for riding; to burden someone with a responsibility.

Example

He saddled the horse before going for a ride.

Er sattelte das Pferd, bevor er losritt.

B2 adjective /ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk/

systematic

systematisch

Meaning

Done or acting according to a fixed plan or system; methodical.

Example

The company took a systematic approach to solving the issue.

Das Unternehmen verfolgte einen systematischen Ansatz zur Lösung des Problems.

B2 noun ˈskruːtɪni

scrutiny

gründliche Untersuchung

Meaning

Critical observation or examination

Example

The new law is under scrutiny by the legislative body.

Das neue Gesetz steht unter gründlicher Untersuchung durch das Gesetzgebungsorgan.

B2 noun /səˈspɪʃən/

Suspicion

Verdacht

Meaning

a feeling or thought that someone is guilty of an illegal or dishonest activity

Example

The police arrested him on suspicion of theft.

Die Polizei nahm ihn unter dem Verdacht des Diebstahls fest.

B2 noun /ˌspeʃiˈælɪti/

Speciality

Spezialität

Meaning

a particular area of activity or interest that someone focuses on; expertise in a specific field

Example

His speciality is Italian cuisine.

Seine Spezialität ist die italienische Küche.

B2 verb /səˈsteɪn/

sustain

erhalten

Meaning

To support, maintain, or keep something going over time.

Example

The team worked hard to sustain their success.

Das Team hat hart gearbeitet, um seinen Erfolg zu erhalten.

B2 noun ˈsɪblɪŋz

Siblings

Geschwister

Meaning

Each of two or more children or offspring having one or both parents in common.

Example

Siblings are usually placed on the same level in a family tree.

Geschwister werden normalerweise auf der gleichen Ebene in einem Familienstammbaum platziert.

B2 noun speɪs ɪksplɔːˈreɪʃən

space exploration

Weltraumforschung

Meaning

The investigation of outer space by means of manned and unmanned spacecraft.

Example

Space exploration has expanded our knowledge of the universe.

Die Weltraumforschung hat unser Wissen über das Universum erweitert.

B2 adjective /suːˈpriːm/

Supreme

höchste

Meaning

highest in rank, authority, or quality; greatest; most important

Example

The Supreme Court made the final decision.

Der Oberste Gerichtshof traf die endgültige Entscheidung.

B2 adverb /ˈsoʊʃəli/

socially

sozial

Meaning

in a way that relates to society or social interaction

Example

He is very active socially and attends many events.

Er ist sehr sozial aktiv und nimmt an vielen Veranstaltungen teil.

B2 adverb /ˈsɒftli/

softly

sanft oder ruhig

Meaning

in a gentle or quiet way.

Example

She spoke softly so as not to wake the baby.

Sie sprach sanft, um das Baby nicht zu wecken.

B2 adjective /ˈslɒp.i/

Sloppy

schlampig; unordentlich; ohne Sorgfalt oder Aufmerksamkeit

Meaning

careless; messy; done without care or attention to detail

Example

His sloppy handwriting was difficult to read.

Seine schlampige Handschrift war schwer zu lesen.

B2 adjective /səˈpɔːtɪv/

supportive

unterstützend

Meaning

providing encouragement or emotional help to someone

Example

She was very supportive during my difficult times.

Sie war während meiner schwierigen Zeiten sehr unterstützend.

B2 noun /ˈʃɪpɪŋ/

shipping

Versand

Meaning

the process of transporting goods

Example

The shipping of the products was delayed due to weather conditions.

Der Versand der Produkte wurde aufgrund der Wetterbedingungen verzögert.

B2 verb /slæp/

slap

ohrfeigen

Meaning

to hit someone quickly with the flat part of the hand; to strike sharply

Example

She was so angry that she slapped him across the face.

Sie war so wütend, dass sie ihm ins Gesicht schlug.

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊlər/

solar

Meaning

Relating to or determined by the sun

Example

The house is powered by solar energy.

Das Haus wird durch Solarenergie betrieben.

B2 adjective /ˈsiː.z ə n.əl/

Seasonal

saisonal

Meaning

relating to or occurring in a particular season; changing according to the seasons

Example

Many businesses hire seasonal workers during the holidays.

Viele Unternehmen stellen saisonale Arbeiter während der Ferien ein.

B2 noun ˈsækrɪfaɪs

sacrifice

Opfer

Meaning

An act of giving up something valued for the sake of something else.

Example

The country was freed due to the sacrifice of the warriors.

Das Land wurde durch das Opfer der Krieger befreit.

B2 adjective /ˈsteɪʃəˌneri/

stationary

unbeweglich

Meaning

Not moving or not intended to be moved.

Example

The car remained stationary at the red light.

Das Auto blieb an der roten Ampel unbeweglich.

B2 noun /səbˈskrɪp.ʃən/

Subscription

Abonnement

Meaning

a payment for regular delivery of a service or product; an arrangement to receive something regularly

Example

I canceled my Netflix subscription because I wasn't watching it enough.

Ich habe mein Netflix-Abonnement gekündigt, weil ich es nicht genug geschaut habe.

B2 verb /slæm/

slam

mit großer Kraft zuschlagen

Meaning

to close or hit something with great force

Example

He slammed the door angrily after the argument.

Er schlug die Tür wütend zu, nachdem der Streit beendet war.

B2 verb /siːz/

seize

beschlagnahmen

Meaning

To take hold of suddenly and forcibly.

Example

The police managed to seize the stolen goods.

Die Polizei konnte die gestohlenen Waren beschlagnahmen.

B2 adjective /senˈseɪʃənəl/

Sensational

sensationell; beeindruckend; überwältigend

Meaning

causing great excitement or shock; extremely impressive

Example

The sensational performance left the audience speechless.

Die sensationelle Leistung hat das Publikum sprachlos gemacht.

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.

B2 noun /ˈstɑːrtər/

starter

eine Person oder Sache, die etwas startet; der erste Gang eines Essens

Meaning

a person or thing that starts something; the first course of a meal

Example

The starter of the meal was a fresh salad.

Der Starter des Essens war ein frischer Salat.

B2 verb /stɑːv/

starve

verhungern

Meaning

to suffer or die from lack of food

Example

He was left to starve in the desert.

Er wurde in der Wüste zurückgelassen, um zu verhungern.

B2 adjective səˈfɪs.tɪ.keɪ.tɪd

sophisticated

raffiniert

Meaning

Having great knowledge or experience of the world and knowing about fashion, culture, and other things that people think are socially important; highly developed or complex.

Example

Sophisticated designs enhance aesthetics.

Raffinierte Designs verbessern die Ästhetik.

B2 verb, noun /stɔːl/

stall

anhalten, Stand

Meaning

to stop or cause to stop temporarily; a small shop or stand

Example

The car stalled on the way to the office.

Das Auto hielt auf dem Weg zum Büro an.

B2 noun səbˈstænʃəl ˈɪmpækt

substantial impact

substanzieller Einfluss

Meaning

A significant, considerable, and meaningful effect or influence.

Example

Substantial impact is possible even with a few hours of volunteering.

Ein substanzieller Einfluss ist auch mit nur wenigen Stunden ehrenamtlicher Arbeit möglich.

B2 noun ˈsɛv.ən ˈwʌn.dərz

Seven Wonders

die sieben Weltwunder

Meaning

The seven most remarkable and famous structures in the world, representing architectural feats and cultural significance.

Example

The Seven Wonders of the world reflect human brilliance.

Die sieben Weltwunder der Welt spiegeln menschliche Brillanz wider.

B2 noun, verb /slænt/

slant

verzerrte Sichtweise

Meaning

A particular point of view; to slope or lean in a particular direction.

Example

The article had a political slant.

Der Artikel hatte eine politische Neigung.

B2 noun /ˈʃəʊ.keɪs/

showcase

Vitrine, etwas auf attraktive oder vorteilhafte Weise präsentieren

Meaning

A display case or exhibition; to present something in an attractive or favorable way.

Example

The exhibition showcased the artist's best works.

Die Ausstellung zeigte die besten Werke des Künstlers.

B2 verb /ˈsʌfəkeɪt/

suffocate

ersticken

Meaning

to cause someone to die or have difficulty breathing by depriving them of air

Example

The child nearly suffocated when trapped in the locked room.

Das Kind erstickte fast, als es in dem verschlossenen Raum gefangen war.

B2 adverb /ˈsmɑːt.li/

Smartly

klug; stilvoll; schnell

Meaning

in a clever or intelligent way; neatly and stylishly; quickly

Example

He was smartly dressed for the business meeting.

Er war für das Geschäftstreffen smart gekleidet.

B2 verb /swer/

swear

schwören

Meaning

to use offensive language; to promise solemnly; to take an oath

Example

I swear to tell the truth.

Ich schwöre, die Wahrheit zu sagen.

B2 noun, verb /steɪk/

stake

Beteiligung, Risiko

Meaning

A share or interest in a business or venture; to risk or support something of value.

Example

He has a major stake in the new company.

Er hat einen großen Anteil an der neuen Firma.

B2 verb /skɪm/

skim

schnell lesen

Meaning

to move quickly over a surface or to read something quickly

Example

She skimmed through the report before the meeting.

Sie überflog den Bericht vor dem Treffen.

B2 adjective /stiːp/

steep

steil, übermäßig

Meaning

Having a sharp inclination or high slope; also can mean excessive (as in price).

Example

The hikers climbed a steep mountain trail.

Die Wanderer kletterten einen steilen Bergweg hinauf.

B2 noun, adjective /ˈsoʊʃəlɪst/

socialist

Sozialist

Meaning

a person who advocates for socialism; relating to socialism

Example

He is a well-known socialist writer.

Er ist ein bekannter sozialistischer Schriftsteller.

B2 noun/verb /skræp/

scrap

Stück / wegwerfen

Meaning

A small piece of something; to discard or get rid of something.

Example

He used a scrap of paper to jot down the number.

Er benutzte ein Stück Papier, um die Nummer aufzuschreiben.

B2 noun /ˌsɪm.ɪˈlær.ə.ti/

Similarity

Ähnlichkeit; Vergleichbarkeit

Meaning

the quality or state of being similar; resemblance

Example

There is a striking similarity between the two paintings.

Es gibt eine auffällige Ähnlichkeit zwischen den beiden Gemälden.

B2 noun /ˈskændəl/

scandal

skandal

Meaning

an event or action that causes public outrage or damage to one's reputation

Example

The politician's affair became a public scandal.

Die Affäre des Politikers wurde ein öffentlicher Skandal.

B2 verb /ˈsɪmpəθaɪz/

sympathize

mitfühlen

Meaning

to feel sorry for someone; to understand and share someone's feelings

Example

I sympathize with your loss.

Ich fühle mit deinem Verlust.

B2 verb, noun /ʃeɪv/

shave

rasieren

Meaning

To remove hair from the body, typically using a razor; the act of removing hair

Example

He likes to shave every morning before work.

Er rasiert sich gerne jeden Morgen vor der Arbeit.

B2 verb /ˈsɒfən/

soften

erweichen

Meaning

to make or become less hard, severe, or strong.

Example

Heat will soften the butter quickly.

Wärme wird die Butter schnell erweichen.

B2 noun /swɪŋ/

Swing

Schaukel

Meaning

move or cause to move back and forth or from side to side while suspended or on an axis

Example

The children love to swing in the park.

Kinder lieben es, im Park zu schwingen.

B2 verb /soʊk/

soak

durchweichen

Meaning

to make something completely wet by immersing it in liquid

Example

She soaked the clothes in water before washing them.

sie durchnässte die kleidung in wasser, bevor sie sie wusch.

B2 noun /ˌsɛlf ɪˈstiːm/

self-esteem

Selbstwertgefühl

Meaning

confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect

Example

Building self-esteem takes time and consistent effort.

Das Aufbauen von Selbstwertgefühl erfordert Zeit und stetige Anstrengung.

B2 noun /ˈsɪləbəs/

syllabus

Lehrplan

Meaning

An outline or summary of topics to be covered in a course of study.

Example

The professor handed out the syllabus on the first day of class.

Der Professor verteilte den Lehrplan am ersten Tag des Kurses.

B2 noun /ˈsliːpər/

sleeper

eine Person, die schläft; etwas, das unerwartet erfolgreich ist

Meaning

a person or thing that sleeps; something that unexpectedly succeeds

Example

The movie turned out to be a real sleeper hit.

Der Film stellte sich als unerwarteter Erfolg heraus.

B2 noun /ˈsteɪdiəm/

stadium

Stadion

Meaning

a large structure with seating for sports, concerts, or other events

Example

Thousands of fans filled the stadium to watch the final match.

Tausende von Fans füllten das Stadion, um das Endspiel zu sehen.

B2 noun /ˈʃepərd/

Shepherd

Hirte

Meaning

a person who tends and guards sheep

Example

The shepherd guided his flock to the green pasture.

Der Hirte führte seine Herde auf die grüne Weide.

B2 verb /ˈsɪmbəlaɪz/

symbolize

symbolisieren

Meaning

to represent or stand for something else

Example

The dove symbolizes peace across cultures.

Die Taube symbolisiert Frieden über Kulturen hinweg.

B2 adjective /sɪˈlek.tɪv/

Selective

selektiv

Meaning

relating to or involving careful selection; choosy about what to accept

Example

The university has a selective admission process for new students.

Die Universität hat einen selektiven Zulassungsprozess für neue Studenten.

B2 verb /sʌk/

suck

saugen

Meaning

to draw something into the mouth by using the lips and tongue

Example

The baby began to suck her thumb.

Das Baby begann, seinen Daumen zu saugen.

B2 noun /strɔː/

straw

Stroh oder Rohr

Meaning

a thin tube for sucking up liquids; dried stalks of grain plants

Example

She drank the juice through a straw.

Sie trank den Saft durch einen Strohhalm.

B2 adjective /ˈspɪr.ɪ.tʃu.əl/

Spiritual

spirituell; religiös; heilig

Meaning

relating to the human spirit or soul; religious or sacred

Example

She found spiritual peace through meditation.

Sie fand spirituelle Ruhe durch Meditation.

B2 noun /ˈsəʊ.ʃəl.ɪ.zəm/

socialism

sozialismus

Meaning

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

Example

In socialism, resources are distributed equally among citizens.

Im Sozialismus werden Ressourcen gleichmäßig unter den Bürgern verteilt.

B2 adjective /ˌsuː.pəˈnætʃ.ər.əl/

Supernatural

übernatürlich

Meaning

relating to things that cannot be explained by natural or scientific laws; beyond the normal or physical world

Example

The old house was said to have supernatural powers.

Es wurde gesagt, dass das alte Haus übernatürliche Kräfte besitzt.

B2 noun/verb /ˈsɜːveɪ/

survey

Umfrage, Befragung

Meaning

noun: an examination or inspection; verb: to examine or measure (an area or subject)

Example

They conducted a survey to understand customer preferences.

Sie führten eine Umfrage durch, um die Vorlieben der Kunden zu verstehen.

B2 verb /ʃɛd/

shed

verlassen

Meaning

to let something fall off naturally, such as leaves, hair, or tears

Example

Trees shed their leaves in autumn.

Bäume verlieren ihre Blätter im Herbst.

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊʃəbəl/

Sociable

gesellig; freundlich; extrovertiert

Meaning

friendly and enjoys being with other people; outgoing

Example

She is very sociable and makes friends easily.

Sie ist sehr gesellig und findet leicht Freunde.

B2 noun /spaɪs/

spice

Gewürz

Meaning

a substance used to add flavor to food

Example

She added a pinch of spice to the curry for extra flavor.

Sie fügte dem Curry eine Prise Gewürz hinzu, um mehr Geschmack zu geben.

B2 noun /ˈspaɪs bɒks/

Spice box

Gewürzdose

Meaning

a container used to store various spices and seasonings

Example

She opened the spice box to find cumin for her curry.

Sie öffnete die Gewürzdose, um Kreuzkümmel für ihr Curry zu finden.

B2 adjective, noun /ˈsɪŋɡjələr/

singular

außergewöhnlich / Singular

Meaning

Remarkable, extraordinary; or grammatical form referring to one person or thing.

Example

She has a singular talent for painting.

Sie hat ein außergewöhnliches Talent für Malerei.

B2 adjective /ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwənt/

subsequent

nachfolgend

Meaning

Coming after something in time; following in time or order.

Example

Subsequent events clarified the outcomes.

Nachfolgende Ereignisse klärten die Ergebnisse.

B2 noun /ˈspætʃ.ʊ.lə/

Spatula

spachtel

Meaning

a kitchen utensil with a flat, flexible blade used for mixing, spreading, or lifting food

Example

I used a spatula to flip the pancakes in the pan.

Ich habe einen Spachtel benutzt, um die Pfannkuchen in der Pfanne zu wenden.

B2 noun /ˈsuː.ɪ.saɪd/

Suicide

selbstmord

Meaning

the act of intentionally killing oneself

Example

Mental health professionals work to prevent suicide.

Psychische Gesundheitsfachkräfte arbeiten daran, Selbstmord zu verhindern.

B2 verb /səˈrɛndər/

surrender

sich ergeben

Meaning

to give up or yield to an opponent or authority

Example

The army finally surrendered after weeks of fighting.

Die Armee ergab sich schließlich nach Wochen des Kampfes.

B2 noun /ˈspɛk.tə.kəl/

spectacle

Spektakel

Meaning

An impressive display or performance for viewers.

Example

The fireworks created a breathtaking spectacle in the night sky.

Die Feuerwerke schufen ein atemberaubendes Spektakel am Nachthimmel.

B2 verb /swel/

swell

schwellen

Meaning

to become larger, rounder, or thicker; to increase in size

Example

Her ankle began to swell after the injury.

Ihr Knöchel begann nach der Verletzung zu schwellen.

B2 adjective /səbˈstæn.ʃəl/

Substantial

substanziell; erheblich; bedeutend

Meaning

large in size, amount, or importance; considerable; significant

Example

There was a substantial increase in sales this quarter.

Es gab einen erheblichen Anstieg der Verkäufe in diesem Quartal.

B2 verb /ʃrʌɡ/

shrug

mit den Schultern zucken

Meaning

To raise and lower the shoulders to express uncertainty or indifference.

Example

He shrugged when asked about the missing file.

Er zuckte mit den Schultern, als man ihn nach der fehlenden Datei fragte.

B2 phrase ˈsɛvən ˈhæbɪts

seven habits

sieben Gewohnheiten

Meaning

Regular behaviors or actions that are done consistently over time, specifically referring to a set of seven key practices.

Example

Even habits help in maintaining a balanced lifestyle.

Selbst Gewohnheiten helfen dabei, einen ausgewogenen Lebensstil aufrechtzuerhalten.

B2 noun /ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən/

Separation

Trennung; Teilung; Abtrennung

Meaning

the action or state of moving or being moved apart; the division of something into constituent or distinct elements

Example

The separation of the two countries was peaceful.

Die Trennung der beiden Länder war friedlich.

B2 adjective /səˈraʊndɪŋ/

surrounding

umliegend

Meaning

located all around a particular place or thing; nearby

Example

The surrounding hills were covered in mist.

Die umliegenden Hügel waren von Nebel bedeckt.

B2 adverb /ˈskeəs.li/

Scarcely

kaum; kaum möglich; nur gerade

Meaning

hardly; barely; only just

Example

I could scarcely believe my eyes.

Ich konnte meinen Augen kaum trauen.

B2 noun /sliːv/

Sleeve

Ärmel

Meaning

the part of a garment that covers the arm

Example

She rolled up her sleeves before starting to cook.

Sie krempelte ihre Ärmel hoch, bevor sie mit dem Kochen begann.

B2 verb /ʃʌv/

shove

schieben

Meaning

to push someone or something roughly

Example

He shoved the box into the corner.

Er schob die Kiste in die Ecke.

B2 noun /ˈsmɑːrt.nəs/

Smartness

Intelligenz; Klugheit; ordentliche und moderne Erscheinung

Meaning

intelligence; cleverness; neat and fashionable appearance

Example

Her smartness in solving problems impressed everyone.

Ihre Intelligenz beim Lösen von Problemen beeindruckte alle.

B2 noun ˈsəʊ.ʃəl ˈdʒʌs.tɪs

social justice

soziale Gerechtigkeit

Meaning

Justice in terms of the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within a society.

Example

Social justice ensures equality of opportunity.

Soziale Gerechtigkeit gewährleistet Chancengleichheit.

B2 noun /stəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Stability

stabilität

Meaning

the state of being stable; firmness; steadiness

Example

Political stability is essential for economic growth.

Politische Stabilität ist entscheidend für das Wirtschaftswachstum.

B2 adjective /ˌsuː.pəˈfɪʃ.əl/

superficial

oberflächlich

Meaning

Existing or occurring at or on the surface; not thorough or deep.

Example

His understanding of the subject was rather superficial.

Sein Verständnis des Themas war ziemlich oberflächlich.

B2 adjective /səkˈsɛsɪv/

Successive

erfolgreich; aufeinanderfolgend

Meaning

following one after the other in order; consecutive

Example

The team won three successive matches.

Das Team gewann drei aufeinanderfolgende Spiele.

B2 noun /ˌsuːvəˈnɪər/

Souvenir

Andenken

Meaning

a thing that is kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event; a memento

Example

I bought a small souvenir from the gift shop.

Ich habe ein kleines Souvenir im Geschenkeladen gekauft.

B2 verb /skriːtʃ/

screech

ein schrilles Geräusch machen

Meaning

to make a loud, high-pitched and unpleasant sound

Example

The car screeched to a halt.

Das Auto schrillte und hielt abrupt an.

B2 noun /səˈspɛnʃən/

suspension

Sperre

Meaning

The act of temporarily stopping something; also refers to a system in vehicles that absorbs shock.

Example

The player received a three-game suspension for misconduct.

Der Spieler erhielt eine dreispielige Sperre wegen Fehlverhaltens.

B2 noun /ˈskɒl.ər/

Scholar

Gelehrter; Akademiker

Meaning

a person who has studied a subject for a long time and knows a lot about it; an academic

Example

The renowned scholar published several books on ancient history.

Der renommierte Gelehrte veröffentlichte mehrere Bücher über alte Geschichte.

B2 noun /ˈstɛriəˌtaɪp/

stereotype

Stereotyp

Meaning

A widely held but oversimplified and fixed idea of a particular type of person or thing.

Example

It is a stereotype that all gamers are antisocial.

Es ist ein Stereotyp, dass alle Gamer antisozial sind.

B2 verb /stɪŋ/

sting

stechen

Meaning

to pierce with a sharp point; to cause sharp pain

Example

The bee stung him on his arm while he was gardening.

Die Biene stach ihn in den Arm, während er im Garten arbeitete.

B2 noun /ˌsuː.pərˈstɪʃ.ən/

Superstition

Aberglaube

Meaning

a belief or practice considered irrational or supernatural

Example

Breaking a mirror brings seven years of bad luck is a common superstition.

Ein Spiegel zu zerbrechen bringt sieben Jahre Pech, das ist ein häufiger Aberglaube.

B2 noun /ˈstrʌk.tʃərz/

structures

strukturen

Meaning

Buildings or other objects constructed from several parts.

Example

The region has ancient structures.

Die Region hat alte Strukturen.

B2 noun /spaʊs/

spouse

Ehepartner

Meaning

a person's husband or wife

Example

Each employee may include their spouse in the health insurance plan.

Jeder Mitarbeiter kann seinen Ehepartner in den Gesundheitsversicherungsplan aufnehmen.

B2 adjective səˈsteɪ.nə.bəl

sustainable

nachhaltig

Meaning

Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level; conserving an ecological balance.

Example

Sustainable practices mitigate environmental impact.

Nachhaltige Praktiken verringern die Umweltbelastung.

B2 noun /ˈsikwəl/

Sequel

Fortsetzung

Meaning

a published, broadcast, or recorded work that continues the story or develops the theme of an earlier one; something that takes place after or as a result of an earlier event

Example

The movie sequel was even more successful than the original.

Die Fortsetzung des Films war noch erfolgreicher als das Original.

B2 verb /ˈsteɪ.bə.laɪz/

stabilize

stabilisieren

Meaning

to make something steady, secure, or unlikely to change suddenly

Example

The government took measures to stabilize the economy.

Die Regierung ergriff Maßnahmen, um die Wirtschaft zu stabilisieren.

B2 noun /ˈspɔːrtsmən/

sportsman

Sportler

Meaning

A person who is skilled in sports or enjoys participating in athletic activities.

Example

He is a true sportsman, always fair and respectful to his opponents.

Er ist ein wahrer Sportler, immer fair und respektvoll gegenüber seinen Gegnern.

B2 verb /ˈʃʌfəl/

shuffle

mit den Füßen schleifen / mischen

Meaning

to walk by dragging one's feet along or without lifting them fully; to mix or rearrange

Example

He shuffled the cards before dealing them.

Er mischte die Karten, bevor er sie austeilte.

B2 noun /ˈsɑːrdʒənt/

sergeant

Meaning

A rank of non-commissioned officer in the armed forces or police.

Example

The sergeant gave orders to the soldiers before the mission.

Der Sergeant gab den Soldaten vor der Mission Befehle.

B2 noun /ˌsɛkʃuˈæləti/

sexuality

Sexualität

Meaning

a person's capacity for sexual feelings and orientation

Example

She spoke openly about her sexuality and identity.

Sie sprach offen über ihre Sexualität und Identität.

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 noun /ˈskuːtər/

scooter

Roller

Meaning

a small two-wheeled vehicle powered by an engine or electricity

Example

She rides a scooter to work every day.

Sie fährt jeden Tag mit dem Roller zur Arbeit.

B2 adjective /slæk/

slack

locker

Meaning

not tight, firm, or busy; lacking tension or activity

Example

Business is slack during the rainy season.

Das Geschäft ist in der Regenzeit langsam.

B2 noun /ˈsɪmbəl/

Symbol

Meaning

a mark or character used as a conventional representation of an object, function, or process

Example

The dove is a symbol of peace.

Die Taube ist ein Symbol des Friedens.

B2 verb /səbˈtrækt/

subtract

subtrahieren

Meaning

to take away a number or amount from another number or amount

Example

If you subtract 5 from 10, you get 5.

Wenn du 5 von 10 abziehst, bekommst du 5.

B2 noun /ˈspɒt.laɪt/

spotlight

Rampenlicht

Meaning

a strong beam of light directed onto a particular area; figuratively, public attention

Example

The singer stood proudly in the spotlight.

Der Sänger stand stolz im Rampenlicht.

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.

B2 noun /stɑːr fɪʃ/

Star fish

Seestern

Meaning

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

Example

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

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

B2 noun (plural) /skræps/

scraps

reste

Meaning

Small pieces left over from something; also small fights or quarrels.

Example

The dog ate the scraps from the table.

Der Hund aß die Reste vom Tisch.

B2 verb /səʊ/

sew

Glück

Meaning

to join pieces of fabric or material together using a needle and thread

Example

She learned to sew her own clothes at an early age.

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

B2 noun /sneɪl/

Snail

schnecke

Meaning

a small soft creature with a shell on its back that moves very slowly

Example

The snail left a shiny trail as it crawled across the leaf.

Die Schnecke hinterließ eine glänzende Spur, als sie über das Blatt kroch.

B2 noun /ˈskʌlp.tər/

Sculptor

Bildhauer

Meaning

an artist who creates sculptures by carving, modeling, or shaping materials

Example

The sculptor spent months creating a beautiful marble statue.

Der Bildhauer verbrachte Monate damit, eine schöne Marmorskulptur zu schaffen.

B2 verb /ˈskrɪbəl/

scribble

kritzeln

Meaning

to write or draw carelessly or quickly

Example

The child scribbled all over the wall.

Das Kind kritzelte überall an der Wand.

B2 verb /skwiːz/

squeeze

drücken

Meaning

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

Example

She squeezed the toothpaste to get the last bit.

Sie drückte die Zahnpastatube, um das letzte Stück herauszubekommen.

B2 verb /spɪn/

spin

drehen

Meaning

To turn around quickly or cause something to rotate

Example

The dancer began to spin gracefully on the stage.

Die Tänzerin begann sich anmutig auf der Bühne zu drehen.

B2 adjective /ˈsɪk.li/

Sickly

schwach; krank; blass

Meaning

weak and unhealthy; prone to illness; appearing weak or pale

Example

The sickly child needed extra care and attention.

Das kränkliche Kind brauchte zusätzliche Pflege und Aufmerksamkeit.

B2 verb səˈsteɪnd

sustained

gestützt

Meaning

Strengthened and supported; not allowed to weaken or fail.

Example

The proposal was not sustained.

Der Vorschlag wurde nicht gestützt.