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B2 adjective /stɜːrn/

Stern

streng; hart
Meaning
serious and demanding exact conformity to rules; strict and severe
Example
The teacher gave the students a stern warning about cheating.
Der Lehrer gab den Schülern eine strenge Warnung vor Schummeln.
B2 noun /ˈspɛktrəm/

spectrum

Spektrum
Meaning
A range of different things, often related to colors, ideas, or classifications.
Example
The festival attracted people from across the political spectrum.
Das Festival zog Menschen aus dem gesamten politischen Spektrum an.
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 /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 noun /ˈsɛnətər/

senator

Senator
Meaning
a member of a senate, especially in a legislative body
Example
The senator spoke passionately about environmental policies.
Der Senator sprach leidenschaftlich über Umweltpolitik.
B2 verb, noun /sniːz/

sneeze

niesen
Meaning
to expel air involuntarily from the nose and mouth due to irritation; the act of sneezing
Example
I had to sneeze during the meeting.
Ich musste während des Treffens niesen.
B2 noun /ˈsæŋk.tʃuˌɛr.i/

sanctuary

Zufluchtsort
Meaning
A place of safety, refuge, or protection; a sacred place.
Example
The forest is a sanctuary for endangered animals.
Der Wald ist ein Zufluchtsort für gefährdete Tiere.
B2 noun /sɪnˈserɪti/

Sincerity

aufrichtigkeit
Meaning
the quality of being free from pretense or deceit; honesty
Example
His sincerity in apologizing was evident to everyone.
Seine Aufrichtigkeit beim Entschuldigen war für alle offensichtlich.
B2 noun, verb /stɛm/

stem

Stängel / stoppen
Meaning
Noun: The main stalk of a plant. Verb: To stop or restrict the flow or development of something.
Example
The gardener cut the stem of the rose; New policies aim to stem the flow of pollution.
Der Gärtner schnitt den Stängel der Rose ab; Neue Politiken zielen darauf ab, den Fluss der Verschmutzung zu stoppen.
B2 adjective /ˈstʌb.ərn/

Stubborn

stur; hartnäckig; widerspenstig
Meaning
refusing to change opinion or course of action; persistent; obstinate
Example
The stubborn child refused to eat his vegetables.
Das sture Kind weigerte sich, Gemüse zu essen.
B2 adjective /ˈskeptɪkəl/

Sceptical

skeptisch; misstrauisch; der Wahrheit von etwas zweifelnd
Meaning
having doubts; not easily convinced; questioning the truth of something
Example
Many scientists remain sceptical about the new theory.
Viele Wissenschaftler bleiben skeptisch gegenüber der neuen Theorie.
B2 verb /ʃriːk/

shriek

schreien
Meaning
to make a loud, high-pitched cry
Example
She shrieked when she saw the spider.
Sie schrie, als sie die Spinne sah.
B2 adjective /ˈskætərd/

Scattered

verstreut; zerstreut;
Meaning
spread widely apart; dispersed; occurring here and there
Example
Scattered showers are expected throughout the day.
Es werden den ganzen Tag verstreute Regenschauer erwartet.
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 adjective/noun /staʊt/

stout

dick / kräftig
Meaning
Strong, thick, or heavily built; also a kind of dark beer
Example
The stout man lifted the heavy box with ease.
Der dicke Mann hob die schwere Kiste mit Leichtigkeit.
B2 noun /ˈsɪnənɪm/

Synonym

Synonym
Meaning
a word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language
Example
Happy and joyful are synonyms.
Glücklich und fröhlich sind Synonyme.
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 /ˈsɪnθɪsɪs/

synthesis

Synthese, Kombination
Meaning
The combination of ideas to form a theory or system.
Example
The synthesis of ideas from multiple perspectives led to innovation.
Die Synthese von Ideen aus mehreren Perspektiven führte zu Innovation.
B2 adjective ˈsiːm.ləs

seamless

nahtlos
Meaning
A process or service that works without any interruption.
Example
A seamless checkout process improves user satisfaction.
Ein nahtloser Checkout-Prozess verbessert die Benutzerzufriedenheit.
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 noun /səˈlɪsɪtər/

solicitor

Rechtsanwalt
Meaning
A type of lawyer who gives legal advice and prepares legal documents, often representing clients in lower courts.
Example
She consulted a solicitor before signing the contract.
Sie konsultierte einen Rechtsanwalt, bevor sie den Vertrag unterzeichnete.
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 adverb /ˈstrɪktli/

strictly

streng
Meaning
in a way that follows rules or limits completely
Example
Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the building.
Rauchen ist im Gebäude streng verboten.
B2 noun /suː.pɪər.iˈɔːr.ə.ti/

Superiority

Überlegenheit
Meaning
the quality or state of being superior; higher rank or quality
Example
His superiority in mathematics was evident from his test scores.
Seine Überlegenheit in Mathematik war anhand seiner Testergebnisse offensichtlich.
B2 noun /sɪmˈplɪsɪti/

Simplicity

Einfachheit; Klarheit
Meaning
the quality of being simple; lack of complexity or intricacy
Example
The beauty of the design lies in its simplicity.
Die Schönheit des Designs liegt in seiner Einfachheit.
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/verb /stʌnt/

stunt

Aktion, Kunststück, Wachstum behindern
Meaning
a daring or unusual action performed for entertainment or publicity; to hinder growth or development
Example
The actor performed a dangerous stunt in the movie.
Der Schauspieler führte einen gefährlichen Stunt im Film aus.
B2 noun /skʌl/

Skull

Schädel
Meaning
the bony framework of the head that protects the brain
Example
The doctor examined the skull X-ray carefully.
Der Arzt untersuchte sorgfältig das Röntgenbild des Schädels.
B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪ.di/

Shady

schattig; verdächtig; unehrlich;
Meaning
providing shade; dishonest; suspicious
Example
The shady businessman made a suspicious deal.
Der schattige Geschäftsmann machte einen verdächtigen Deal.
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 noun /stɔːrk/

Stork

Storch
Meaning
large wading bird with long legs and a long neck
Example
The stork built its nest on top of the tall chimney.
Der Storch baute sein Nest auf dem hohen Kamin.
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 verb /soʊ/

sow

säen
Meaning
to plant seeds in the ground; to scatter seeds for growing
Example
The farmer will sow wheat seeds in the field tomorrow.
Der Bauer wird morgen Weizenkörner auf dem Feld säen.
B2 noun /ˈspəʊksmən/

spokesman

Sprecher
Meaning
a person who speaks on behalf of others, especially for a group or organization
Example
The spokesman addressed the crowd during the rally.
Der Sprecher richtete sich während der Kundgebung an die Menge.
B2 noun ˌsɛlf.kənˈtrəʊl

self-control

Selbstkontrolle
Meaning
The ability to control one's emotions, behavior, and desires in order to obtain some reward, or avoid some punishment, typically in the longer term.
Example
Self-control is important for maintaining a balanced life.
Selbstkontrolle ist wichtig, um ein ausgewogenes Leben zu führen.
B2 adjective sɪnˈθet̬.ɪk

synthetic

synthetisch
Meaning
Made by chemical synthesis, especially to imitate a natural product; artificial.
Example
Synthetic chemicals are used in processed foods.
Synthetische Chemikalien werden in verarbeiteten Lebensmitteln verwendet.
B2 adjective /stəˈtɪstɪkəl/

statistical

statistisch
Meaning
relating to the use or analysis of numerical data
Example
The report provides statistical data about population growth.
Der Bericht liefert statistische Daten über das Bevölkerungswachstum.
B2 adverb /ˈsmuːð.li/

Smoothly

glatt; ohne Probleme
Meaning
without problems or difficulties; in an even and regular way
Example
The car runs smoothly on the new highway.
Das Auto fährt glatt auf der neuen Autobahn.
B2 verb /ˈskætər/

scatter

verstreuen
Meaning
to spread or throw around in different directions
Example
The wind scattered the leaves across the yard.
Der Wind verstreute die Blätter im Garten.
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 adjective /slɪm/

slim

schlank
Meaning
thin in an attractive or healthy way; small in amount or chance
Example
She looked slim in her new dress.
Sie sah schlank in ihrem neuen Kleid aus.
B2 adjective /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪzd/

specialized

spezialisiert
Meaning
designed or developed for a particular purpose or function
Example
He has a specialized knowledge of ancient civilizations.
Er hat ein spezialisiertes Wissen über alte Zivilisationen.
B2 noun /ˈstɔːrɪdʒ/

storage

Speicherung
Meaning
the action or method of storing something for future use
Example
The warehouse offers plenty of storage space.
Das Lagerhaus bietet viel Speicherplatz.
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 /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 /ˈsoʊloʊ/

solo

solo
Meaning
performed by one person alone; a single performance
Example
She decided to perform a solo dance at the talent show.
Sie entschied sich, einen Solo-Tanz bei der Talentshow aufzuführen.
B2 noun/verb /ˈsoʊ.ɪŋ/

sewing

Nähen
Meaning
The activity or skill of joining fabric using a needle and thread
Example
She enjoys sewing her own clothes on weekends.
Sie näht am Wochenende gerne ihre eigenen Kleidungsstücke.
B2 adjective /ˈstuː.di.əs/

Studious

studios; dem Lernen gewidmet
Meaning
characterized by diligent study; devoted to learning
Example
She is a studious student who spends hours in the library.
Sie ist eine fleißige Studentin, die Stunden in der Bibliothek verbringt.
B2 verb /stæk/

stack

stapeln oder aufhäufen
Meaning
to arrange things in a neat pile or one on top of another
Example
He stacked the books neatly on the shelf.
Er stapelte die Bücher ordentlich auf das Regal.
B2 noun /sɪɡˈnɪf.ɪ.kəns/

Significance

Bedeutung
Meaning
the quality of being worthy of attention; importance
Example
The discovery has great significance for medical research.
Die Entdeckung hat große Bedeutung für die medizinische Forschung.
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 /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 noun /ˌsɒl.ɪˈdær.ə.ti/

Solidarity

solidarität
Meaning
unity or agreement of feeling or action among individuals with a common interest
Example
The workers showed solidarity during the strike.
die arbeiter zeigten solidarität während des streiks.
B2 adjective /ˈsoʊlər/

solar

solar
Meaning
Relating to or determined by the sun
Example
The house is powered by solar energy.
Das Haus wird durch Solarenergie betrieben.
B2 noun /ˈskɔːr.pi.ən/

Scorpion

skorpion
Meaning
a small creature with eight legs, two claws, and a curved tail with a poisonous sting
Example
The scorpion hid under the rock during the day.
Der Skorpion versteckte sich während des Tages unter dem Felsen.
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 adjective spekˈtækjʊlər

spectacular

spektakulär
Meaning
Beautiful in a dramatic and eye-catching way; very impressive.
Example
The launch of the spacecraft was a spectacular event.
Der Start des Raumfahrzeugs war ein spektakuläres Ereignis.
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 noun/verb /ˈslɔː.tər/

slaughter

Schlachtung / Massenmord
Meaning
the killing of animals for food; killing in large numbers violently
Example
The army slaughtered hundreds of enemy soldiers.
Die Armee schlachtete Hunderte von feindlichen Soldaten.
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 adjective /ʃɪər/

Sheer

rein; absolut; durchsichtig; sehr steil
Meaning
complete; absolute; transparent; very steep
Example
It was sheer luck that we found the place.
Es war reines Glück, dass wir den Ort gefunden haben.
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 noun /sɜːˈveɪ.ləns/

surveillance

Überwachung
Meaning
Close observation, especially of a suspected spy or criminal; continuous watching of a place, person, or situation.
Example
Government agencies conduct surveillance on cyber threats.
Die Regierungsbehörden führen eine Überwachung von Cyberbedrohungen durch.
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 /soʊl/

Sole

Fußsohle; Schuhsohle
Meaning
the bottom part of the foot; the bottom part of a shoe
Example
I have a blister on the sole of my foot.
Ich habe eine Blase an der Sohle meines Fußes.
B2 adjective /ˈstraɪkɪŋ/

striking

auffällig
Meaning
very noticeable or impressive in appearance or effect
Example
Her striking beauty caught everyone's attention.
Ihre auffällige Schönheit erregte die Aufmerksamkeit aller.
B2 adjective /ˈskɑː.lət/

Scarlet

scharlachrot
Meaning
a bright red color with a slightly orange tinge
Example
The scarlet roses in the garden looked magnificent in the morning light.
Die scharlachroten Rosen im Garten sahen im Morgenlicht prächtig aus.
B2 noun/verb /stʌmp/

stump

Baumstumpf, verblüffen
Meaning
the base of a tree left after the trunk is cut down; to puzzle or confuse
Example
The question completely stumped the students.
Die Frage hat die Studenten völlig ratlos gemacht.
B2 noun /ˈsætaɪər/

satire

Satire
Meaning
The use of humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize people's stupidity or vices.
Example
The play was a brilliant satire on modern politics.
Das Stück war eine brillante Satire auf die moderne Politik.
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 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 adjective /skeərs/

Scarce

selten; schwer zu finden; in kleinen Mengen vorhanden
Meaning
rare; not easily found; existing in small quantities
Example
Fresh water is becoming increasingly scarce in desert regions.
Frisches Wasser wird in Wüstenregionen zunehmend knapp.
B2 adjective /suːˈpɜːrb/

superb

ausgezeichnet
Meaning
extremely good; excellent
Example
The hotel provided superb service during our stay.
Das Hotel bot während unseres Aufenthalts ausgezeichneten Service.
B2 verb /ˈstʌmbəl/

stumble

stolpern
Meaning
to trip or lose balance while walking or running; to make a mistake or falter
Example
He stumbled on the uneven pavement.
Er stolperte über den unebenen Gehweg.
B2 noun/verb /swɑːmp/

swamp

Sumpf
Meaning
An area of low-lying, uncultivated ground where water collects; a bog or marsh.
Example
The village was built near a swamp.
Das Dorf wurde in der Nähe eines Sumpfes gebaut.
B2 noun /slɒt/

slot

schlitz
Meaning
a narrow opening into which something fits or is placed
Example
Insert the card into the slot to open the door.
Stecken Sie die Karte in den Schlitz, um die Tür zu öffnen.
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 noun /ˈseɡ.mənt/

Segment

Abschnitt; Teil; Segment
Meaning
each of the parts into which something is divided; a section or portion
Example
The orange was divided into eight segments.
Die Orange wurde in acht Segmente geteilt.
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 adjective /slɪk/

slick

glatt
Meaning
Smooth, clever, or efficient, often in a way that seems superficial.
Example
He gave a slick presentation to impress the investors.
Er hielt eine glatte Präsentation, um die Investoren zu beeindrucken.
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 /ˈsuːpəvaɪzə(r)/

supervisor

Aufseher
Meaning
a person who manages or directs the work of others
Example
The supervisor checked the progress of each employee.
Der Aufseher überprüfte den Fortschritt jedes Mitarbeiters.
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 verb /səˈluːt/

salute

grüßen
Meaning
to greet with respect; to honor
Example
The soldiers saluted their commanding officer.
Die Soldaten grüßten ihren Kommandeur.
B2 noun sliːp ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən

sleep deprivation

Schlafmangel
Meaning
The condition of not having enough sleep; lack of adequate sleep.
Example
Sleep deprivation can severely impact mental health.
Schlafmangel kann die geistige Gesundheit schwerwiegend beeinträchtigen.
B2 noun /ˈsɪmbəl/

Symbol

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 ˈsiːlɪŋ

sealing

versiegeln, schließen
Meaning
The action of closing or blocking something to prevent entry or escape.
Example
Sealing cracks in the walls can prevent pests from entering.
Das Versiegeln von Rissen in den Wänden kann verhindern, dass Schädlinge eindringen.
B2 noun /ˈstæm.ɪ.nə/

Stamina

Ausdauer
Meaning
the ability to sustain prolonged physical or mental effort
Example
Marathon runners need great stamina to complete the race.
Marathonläufer brauchen große Ausdauer, um das Rennen zu beenden.
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 adverb /ˈsɛkʃuəli/

sexually

sexuell
Meaning
in a way that relates to or involves sexual activity or feelings
Example
The film was considered too sexually explicit for young audiences.
Der Film wurde für ein junges Publikum als zu sexuell explizit angesehen.
B2 noun /ˈswɒl.oʊ/

Swallow

Schwalbe
Meaning
a small migratory bird with long wings and a forked tail
Example
The swallow built its nest under the roof.
Die Schwalbe baute ihr Nest unter dem Dach.
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 ˈsʌbstɪˌtut

substitute

Ersatz
Meaning
A person or thing acting or serving in place of another.
Example
Money cannot be a substitute for genuine happiness.
Geld kann kein Ersatz für echtes Glück sein.
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 adjective /səˈbɜːrbən/

suburban

vorstädtisch
Meaning
relating to or characteristic of a suburb or the people living there
Example
They bought a house in a quiet suburban area.
Sie haben ein Haus in einem ruhigen vorstädtischen Gebiet gekauft.
B2 adjective /ˈskɛptɪkəl/

skeptical

skeptisch
Meaning
not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations
Example
She was skeptical about the new plan.
Sie war skeptisch gegenüber dem neuen Plan.
B2 noun /strɪp/

Strip

ein langer, schmaler Streifen aus Stoff, Papier, Plastik oder anderem Material
Meaning
a long narrow piece of cloth, paper, plastic, or other material
Example
She tore a strip of paper from the notebook.
Sie riss einen Streifen Papier aus dem Notizbuch.
B2 adjective /ˈstʌdid/

studied

überlegt
Meaning
carefully considered, deliberate, or planned
Example
Her response was calm and studied, not impulsive.
Ihre Antwort war ruhig und überlegt, nicht impulsiv.
B2 adjective ˈskɒl.ə.li

scholarly

gelehrt
Meaning
Having or showing great knowledge or learning; academic in approach or method.
Example
He wrote a scholarly article on ancient philosophy.
Er schrieb einen gelehrten Artikel über die antike Philosophie.
B2 adjective /sɔːr/

sore

wund
Meaning
painful or aching, usually in a specific part of the body
Example
After the long run, my legs were sore.
Nach dem langen Lauf waren meine Beine wund.
B2 verb /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

specialize

sich spezialisieren
Meaning
to focus on a particular subject or activity and become an expert in it
Example
He decided to specialize in cardiology.
Er entschied sich, sich auf Kardiologie zu spezialisieren.
B2 adjective /saʊər/

Sour

sauer
Meaning
having an acid taste like lemon or vinegar; unpleasant or disagreeable
Example
The milk has gone sour and smells terrible.
Die Milch ist sauer geworden und riecht furchtbar.
B2 noun /spæn/

span

Spannweite
Meaning
the full extent or length of something from one end to another
Example
The bridge has a span of over 500 meters.
Die Brücke hat eine Spannweite von mehr als 500 Metern.
B2 noun /ˈsɛnsər/

sensor

Glück
Meaning
a device that detects or measures a physical property and records, indicates, or responds to it
Example
The motion sensor turned on the light automatically.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B2 noun ˌsænɪˈteɪʃən

sanitation

Sanitärversorgung
Meaning
Conditions relating to public health, especially the provision of clean drinking water and adequate sewage disposal.
Example
Good sanitation practices are key to preventing infestations.
Gute Sanitärpraktiken sind der Schlüssel zur Verhinderung von Infestationen.
B2 noun sɔɪl ɪˈrəʊʒən

soil erosion

Bodenabtrag
Meaning
The wearing away of topsoil by water, wind, or other natural forces.
Example
Soil erosion can lead to the loss of fertile land.
Bodenabtrag kann zum Verlust von fruchtbarem Land führen.
B2 noun/verb /swɔːrm/

swarm

Schwarm
Meaning
A large group of insects or people moving together.
Example
A swarm of bees surrounded the tree.
Ein Schwarm Bienen umkreiste den Baum.
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 /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 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 /ˌsɪmjuˈleɪʃən/

simulation

Simulation
Meaning
the imitation of a situation or process
Example
The simulation helped the students understand the complex theory.
Die Simulation half den Studierenden, die komplexe Theorie zu verstehen.
B2 adjective /ˈsoʊpi/

Soapy

mit Seife bedeckt; schäumend
Meaning
covered with soap; having the characteristics of soap; foamy
Example
The dishes were still soapy after washing.
Die Teller waren nach dem Spülen immer noch seifig.
B2 adverb /ˈsɪmɪlərli/

similarly

ähnlich
Meaning
in a similar way
Example
Similarly, we can achieve success with dedication and hard work.
Auf ähnliche Weise können wir Erfolg mit Hingabe und harter Arbeit erzielen.
B2 noun /skoʊp/

scope

Umfang
Meaning
the range of one's perception, understanding, or activity
Example
The project is beyond the scope of our resources.
Das Projekt geht über den Umfang unserer Ressourcen hinaus.
B2 adjective /ˈsʌt.əl/

subtle

subtil, leicht, fein
Meaning
So delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyze or describe; making use of clever and indirect methods.
Example
The artist's use of color was subtle yet powerful.
Der Einsatz von Farbe des Künstlers war subtil, aber kraftvoll.
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 noun /ˈsɛktər/

sector

Sektor
Meaning
a distinct part or area of an economy, society, or industry
Example
The technology sector is growing rapidly.
Der Technologiesektor wächst schnell.
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 /ˌsoʊsiˈɑːlədʒi/

sociology

Soziologie
Meaning
the study of society, human relationships, and social institutions
Example
She is studying sociology at university.
Sie studiert Soziologie an der Universität.
B2 noun /ˈsaɪrən/

siren

Sirene
Meaning
A device that makes a loud prolonged sound as a signal or warning; in mythology, a creature that lures sailors with enchanting songs.
Example
The police car passed with its siren blaring.
Das Polizeiauto fuhr vorbei, während seine Sirene heulte.
B2 noun /stɪŋk/

Stink

Gestank; übler Geruch
Meaning
a strong unpleasant smell; bad odor
Example
The garbage created a terrible stink in the kitchen.
Der Müll verursachte einen schrecklichen Gestank in der Küche.