C2 noun /sʌnd raɪs/

Sunned rice

sonnengetrockneter Reis

Meaning

Rice that has been dried in the sun; parched rice

Example

The farmers spread the sunned rice on mats to dry completely.

Die Bauern breiteten den sonnengetrockneten Reis auf Matten aus, um ihn vollständig zu trocknen.

B2 adverb /səˈfɪʃəntli/

sufficiently

ausreichend

Meaning

to an adequate degree or extent

Example

She studied sufficiently to pass the exam.

Sie hat ausreichend gelernt, um die Prüfung zu bestehen.

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.

C1 adjective /sɪˈmɛtrɪkəl/

symmetrical

symmetrisch

Meaning

having parts on either side that match or are the same in shape, size, or arrangement

Example

The artist designed a symmetrical pattern on the floor.

Der Künstler entwarf ein symmetrisches Muster auf dem Boden.

C2 noun /ˈseɪ.ɡoʊ/

Sago

sago

Meaning

starchy foodstuff obtained from the pith of various tropical palm stems

Example

She prepared sago pudding for dessert.

Sie bereitete Sago-Pudding zum Nachtisch zu.

B1 noun /ˈstætʃuː/

Statue

ein dreidimensionales Kunstwerk, das normalerweise aus Stein, Metall oder Holz besteht

Meaning

a three-dimensional work of art, typically made of stone, metal, or wood

Example

The statue of liberty is a famous landmark in New York.

Die Freiheitsstatue ist ein berühmtes Wahrzeichen in New York.

C1 noun /ˈstɪm.jʊ.laɪ/

stimuli

Stimulus

Meaning

Things that create reactions or provide motivation.

Example

Bright light and loud sounds are common stimuli for alertness.

Helles Licht und laute Geräusche sind häufige Stimuli für Wachsamkeit.

C1 noun /ˈsʌn.stroʊk/

Sunstroke

Hitzschlag

Meaning

a serious condition caused by overheating from prolonged exposure to high temperatures

Example

The worker suffered from sunstroke after working outside all day.

Der Arbeiter erlitt einen Hitzschlag, nachdem er den ganzen Tag draußen gearbeitet hatte.

B2 noun /siːdʒ/

siege

Belagerung

Meaning

A military operation in which a place is surrounded to force its surrender.

Example

The castle fell after a long siege.

Das Schloss fiel nach einer langen Belagerung.

A2 noun /siːd/

seed

Samen

Meaning

the small, hard part of a plant from which a new plant can grow

Example

I planted a seed in the garden.

Ich habe ein Samenkorn im Garten gepflanzt.

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.

C2 noun /ˈspɛndˌθrɪft/

spendthrift

Verschwender

Meaning

A person who spends money extravagantly or wastefully.

Example

The young prince was known as a spendthrift, wasting his fortune on lavish parties.

Der junge Prinz war als Verschwender bekannt und verschwendete sein Vermögen in luxuriösen Partys.

B1 adjective /ˈskɪlfʊl/

Skilful

geschickt; fähig; kompetent

Meaning

having or showing skill; expert and accomplished

Example

The skilful surgeon performed the operation with great precision.

Der geschickte Chirurg führte die Operation mit großer Präzision durch.

C1 adjective /ˈsleɪ.vɪʃ/

slavish

sklavisch

Meaning

showing no originality; completely imitative or overly submissive

Example

His slavish devotion to tradition prevented any innovation.

Seine sklavische Hingabe an die Tradition verhinderte jede Innovation.

B2 noun ˈsuː.pər.fuːdz

superfoods

Superfoods

Meaning

Nutrient-dense foods that are particularly beneficial for health and well-being.

Example

Blueberries and spinach are superfoods rich in vitamins.

Blaubeeren und Spinat sind Superfoods, die reich an Vitaminen sind.

C1 noun /ˈsuːtər/

suitor

Verehrer

Meaning

a man who pursues a relationship with a woman, often with the intent to marry

Example

She had many suitors vying for her attention.

Sie hatte viele Verehrer, die um ihre Aufmerksamkeit konkurrierten.

C2 noun /sɪlf/

sylph

Sylphe

Meaning

A mythical spirit of the air; also refers to a slender, graceful woman.

Example

She moved across the stage like a sylph, light and graceful.

Sie bewegte sich über die Bühne wie eine Sylphe, leicht und anmutig.

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.

A2 adverb /ˈsɪə.ri.əs.li/

seriously

ernsthaft

Meaning

in a solemn or thoughtful manner

Example

She took the matter very seriously.

Sie hat die Sache sehr ernsthaft genommen.

C1 adjective /ˈsek.j ə.l ər/

Secular

säkulär

Meaning

not connected with religious or spiritual matters; worldly

Example

The country maintains a secular government that separates religion from politics.

Das Land führt eine säkulare Regierung, die Religion von der Politik trennt.

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.

C2 verb /sweɪð/

swathe

wickeln

Meaning

To wrap or cover closely or completely.

Example

She swathed the baby in a soft blanket.

Sie wickelte das Baby in eine weiche Decke.

B2 noun /ˈsɪmptəm/

symptom

Symptom

Meaning

a sign or indication of something, especially of an illness

Example

Fever is a common symptom of the flu.

Fieber ist ein häufiges Symptom der Grippe.

C1 verb /sleɪ/

slay

töten

Meaning

to kill violently; informally, to impress greatly

Example

The hero vowed to slay the dragon.

Der Held schwor, den Drachen zu töten.

A1 adjective /smɔːl/

Small

klein; begrenzt; eng

Meaning

little in size; not large; limited in extent or amount

Example

She lives in a small apartment near the university.

Sie lebt in einer kleinen Wohnung in der Nähe der Universität.

B1 adjective /ˈsɔːlti/

Salty

salzig

Meaning

having the taste of salt; containing salt; tasting of seawater

Example

The salty ocean water made her thirsty.

Das salzige Meerwasser machte sie durstig.

A2 noun /ˈsɪstəm/

system

System

Meaning

a set of connected parts forming a complex whole; an organized method

Example

The education system needs major reforms.

Das Bildungssystem benötigt große Reformen.

C1 adjective /ˈstæɡ.nənt/

Stagnant

stagnierend; unbeweglich; ohne Entwicklung

Meaning

not moving or flowing; showing no activity or development

Example

The stagnant water in the pond was covered with algae.

Das stagnierende Wasser im Teich war mit Algen bedeckt.

C1 adjective /smʌɡ/

smug

eingebildet

Meaning

having or showing an excessive pride in oneself or one's achievements

Example

He wore a smug smile after winning the debate.

Er trug ein eingebildetes Lächeln, nachdem er die Debatte gewonnen hatte.

B2 verb /slæʃ/

slash

schneiden

Meaning

to cut with a sharp blade; to reduce drastically

Example

The company slashed prices to attract more customers.

Das Unternehmen senkte die Preise, um mehr Kunden anzulocken.

A2 noun /spɒt/

spot

Stelle

Meaning

a particular place or position

Example

I found a great spot for a picnic in the park.

Ich habe einen großartigen Platz für ein Picknick im Park gefunden.

C1 noun /ˈsɜːr.vɪ.tuːd/

Servitude

Sklaverei

Meaning

the state of being a slave or completely subject to someone more powerful

Example

Many people fought to escape the servitude imposed by the colonial system.

Viele Menschen kämpften darum, der durch das koloniale System auferlegten Sklaverei zu entkommen.

B1 noun /stoʊv/

Stove

Herd

Meaning

a kitchen appliance used for cooking food by applying heat

Example

She cooked dinner on the gas stove.

Sie kochte das Abendessen auf dem Gasherd.

C1 noun səˈfɪʃənsi

sufficiency

Genügsamkeit

Meaning

The condition of being adequate or enough; adequacy.

Example

The sufficiency of food supply is critical for survival.

Die Genügsamkeit der Lebensmittelversorgung ist für das Überleben entscheidend.

C2 noun /slaɪt/

sleight

Geschicklichkeit

Meaning

Skill or dexterity, especially in performing tricks.

Example

The magician amazed the crowd with his sleight of hand.

Der Zauberer erstaunte die Menge mit seiner Geschicklichkeit.

C2 noun /ˌsuː.pər.əˈbʌn.dəns/

superabundance

Überfluss

Meaning

An excessive or overflowing amount of something.

Example

The garden was filled with a superabundance of flowers.

Der Garten war mit einer übermäßigen Menge an Blumen gefüllt.

B2 adjective /ˈstʌnɪŋ/

stunning

umwerfend

Meaning

extremely impressive or attractive

Example

The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely stunning.

Die Aussicht vom Gipfel des Berges war absolut umwerfend.

A2 adjective /ˈsep.ər.ət/

Separate

getrennt; unterschiedlich; einzeln; abgetrennt

Meaning

distinct; not connected; individual; apart

Example

Please keep your personal and professional lives separate.

Bitte halten Sie Ihr persönliches und berufliches Leben getrennt.

A2 noun /ˈʃaʊər/

shower

Dusche

Meaning

a brief fall of rain or snow or a device for taking a bath or washing oneself

Example

After the workout, I took a quick shower to refresh myself.

Nach dem Training nahm ich schnell eine Dusche, um mich zu erfrischen.

A1 noun /ʃɒp/

shop

laden

Meaning

a place where goods are sold to customers

Example

I need to go to the shop to buy some groceries.

Ich muss zum Laden gehen, um einige Lebensmittel zu kaufen.

C1 noun ˈsɛlf pəˈzɪʃən

self-possession

Selbstbeherrschung

Meaning

The quality of being calm and confident and in control of one's emotions; composure.

Example

His self-possession during the crisis was remarkable.

Seine Selbstbeherrschung während der Krise war bemerkenswert.

B2 adjective /ˈstɪki/

sticky

klebrig

Meaning

having the quality of adhering or clinging; difficult to remove or deal with

Example

The candy is too sticky to eat with your hands.

Die Süßigkeit ist zu klebrig, um sie mit den Händen zu essen.

C2 verb /sɛkˈstuːpəl/

sextuple

sextuplizieren

Meaning

to make or become six times as great or as many

Example

Within two quarters, the campaign sextupled their daily sign-ups.

In zwei Quartalen hat die Kampagne ihre täglichen Anmeldungen versexfacht.

C1 noun /sɪlt/

silt

Schlamm

Meaning

Fine sand, clay, or other material carried by running water and deposited as a sediment.

Example

The river deposited layers of silt along its banks.

Der Fluss hat Schichten von Schlamm entlang seiner Ufer abgelagert.

B1 noun /slaɪd/

Slide

Rutsche

Meaning

a smooth surface for sliding down; a piece of playground equipment

Example

The children enjoyed playing on the slide at the park.

Die Kinder hatten Spaß beim Spielen auf der Rutsche im Park.

B2 noun /ˈsɛnət/

senate

senat

Meaning

a legislative or governing body, typically the upper chamber in a bicameral legislature

Example

The senate voted in favor of the new healthcare bill.

Der Senat stimmte für das neue Gesundheitsgesetz.

C2 noun /ˈsɪbəraɪt/

sybarite

Sybarit

Meaning

a person who loves luxury and pleasure

Example

The millionaire was a true sybarite who lived only for comfort and enjoyment.

Der Millionär war ein wahrer Sybarit, der nur für Komfort und Genuss lebte.

B1 noun /ˈspæroʊ/

Sparrow

Spatz

Meaning

small brown and grey bird commonly found in cities and towns

Example

The sparrow chirped cheerfully from the tree branch.

Der Spatz zwitscherte fröhlich vom Ast des Baumes.

C1 adjective /ˈsʌl.ki/

Sulky

mürrisch und grantig; launisch

Meaning

bad-tempered and sullen; moody

Example

The child became sulky when he couldn't get his favorite toy.

Das Kind wurde mürrisch, als es sein Lieblingsspielzeug nicht bekam.

B2 verb /skrʌb/

scrub

schrubben

Meaning

To rub hard so as to clean, typically with a brush and water.

Example

Excessive scrubbing of the eyes is harmful.

Exzessives Schrubben der Augen ist schädlich.

B1 adjective /ˈsuːtəbl/

suitable

geeignet

Meaning

appropriate or right for a particular person, purpose, or situation

Example

This dress is suitable for the wedding.

Dieses Kleid ist für die Hochzeit geeignet.

C2 adjective /sɪˈkweɪʃəs/

sequacious

blind folgender

Meaning

Lacking independence of thought; blindly following.

Example

The sequacious students never questioned their teacher's opinions.

Die sequaziösen Studenten hinterfragten nie die Meinungen ihres Lehrers.

B1 noun səˈluː.ʃənz

solutions

lösungen

Meaning

A means of solving a problem or dealing with a difficult situation.

Example

Biotechnology provides solutions to environmental challenges.

Biotechnologie bietet Lösungen für Umweltprobleme.

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊ.vi.ət/

soviet

sowjetisch

Meaning

relating to the Soviet Union or its government

Example

The Soviet era saw significant changes in Eastern Europe.

Die sowjetische Ära erlebte bedeutende Veränderungen in Osteuropa.

B2 verb /stɪə(r)/

steer

steuern

Meaning

to guide or control the movement of a vehicle, vessel, or person

Example

He steered the car carefully through the narrow street.

Er steuerte das Auto vorsichtig durch die enge Straße.

C1 adjective /ˈspɛərɪŋ/

sparing

sparsam / maßvoll

Meaning

Using or giving only a little of something; economical.

Example

She is sparing in her use of words.

Sie ist sparsam im Gebrauch von Worten.

C1 adjective /ˈsɔːrdɪd/

sordid

erbärmlich

Meaning

involving immoral or dishonorable actions; dirty or unpleasant

Example

The newspaper exposed the politician's sordid past.

Die Zeitung deckte die erbärmliche Vergangenheit des Politikers auf.

B1 noun /səˈpɔːtər/

supporter

Unterstützer

Meaning

a person who supports someone or something

Example

She is a strong supporter of the local animal shelter.

Sie ist eine starke Unterstützerin des lokalen Tierheims.

B1 noun /ˈsɛkʃən/

section

Abschnitt

Meaning

a distinct part or subdivision of something larger

Example

This section of the report needs further review.

Dieser Abschnitt des Berichts benötigt eine weitere Überprüfung.

C1 noun /stɪnt/

stint

kurze Tätigkeit

Meaning

a period of time spent doing a particular job or activity

Example

She did a short stint as a teacher before moving abroad.

Sie hat eine kurze Tätigkeit als Lehrerin gemacht, bevor sie ins Ausland zog.

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.

C1 adjective /ˈsɛnʃuəs/

sensuous

sinnlich

Meaning

Relating to or affecting the senses rather than the intellect; pleasing to the senses.

Example

The garden was filled with sensuous colors and fragrances.

Der Garten war mit sinnlichen Farben und Düften gefüllt.

C1 adjective /ˈʃeɪm.ləs/

Shameless

schamlos

Meaning

having no shame; bold and rude; impudent

Example

The shameless politician refused to apologize for his mistakes.

Der schamlose Politiker weigerte sich, sich fur seine Fehler zu entschuldigen.

C2 adjective /ˈsɪbɪlənt/

sibilant

mit zischendem Geräusch

Meaning

Making or characterized by a hissing sound.

Example

The word 'snake' starts with a sibilant sound.

Das Wort 'snake' beginnt mit einem sibilanten Laut.

C1 verb /slɪŋk/

slink

schleichen

Meaning

to move quietly and secretly, often to avoid being noticed

Example

The cat slunk into the room without making a sound.

Die Katze schlich leise in den Raum, ohne ein Geräusch zu machen.

C2 noun /sɒmˈnæmbjʊlɪst/

somnambulist

Somnambule

Meaning

A person who sleepwalks.

Example

The somnambulist wandered out of the house at night.

Der Somnambule ging nachts aus dem Haus.

C1 verb /ˈstriːmlaɪnɪŋ/

streamlining

Rationalisierung

Meaning

The process of making an organization or system more efficient by simplifying or eliminating unnecessary steps

Example

Streamlining processes can significantly reduce operational costs.

Die Rationalisierung von Prozessen kann die Betriebskosten erheblich senken.

C1 adjective /ˈsiːzənəbəl/

Seasonable

saisonbedingt

Meaning

occurring at the right time; appropriate for the season; timely

Example

The seasonable rain helped the farmers with their crops.

Der saisonbedingte Regen half den Bauern bei ihren Ernten.

C2 adjective /ˈsuːpaɪn/

supine

auf dem Rücken liegend

Meaning

Lying on the back, face upward; failing to act due to laziness or weakness.

Example

He lay supine on the grass, staring at the stars.

Er lag auf dem Gras, starrte in den Himmel.

A2 noun steɪt

state

staat

Meaning

A nation or territory considered as an organized political community under one government.

Example

The state declared a new language policy.

Der Staat erklärte eine neue Sprachpolitik.

B2 adjective /ˈskɪni/

Skinny

dünn; mager; hager

Meaning

very thin; having little flesh or fat on the body

Example

The skinny cat looked like it hadn't eaten for days.

Die dünne Katze sah aus, als hätte sie seit Tagen nichts gegessen.

C2 noun /ˈsaʊər wʊd ˈæp.əl/

Sour wood apple

elefantenapfel

Meaning

a tropical fruit with hard shell and tangy flesh; elephant apple

Example

The sour wood apple has a unique taste that many people enjoy.

Der Elefantenapfel hat einen einzigartigen Geschmack, den viele Menschen genießen.

B2 noun /ˈswɛər wɜːrd/

swear-word

Schimpfwort

Meaning

An offensive or rude word used to express anger or frustration.

Example

He shouted a swear-word when he hit his toe.

Er schrie ein Schimpfwort, als er sich den Zeh stieß.

B1 adjective /ˈsʌm.wʌt/

Somewhat

etwas; ein bisschen; mäßig

Meaning

to some extent; rather; moderately

Example

The movie was somewhat interesting but not great.

Der Film war etwas interessant, aber nicht großartig.

C1 adjective /ˈsliːzi/

sleazy

billig, niederträchtig oder von schlechter Qualität

Meaning

morally low, dirty, or cheap in quality

Example

He avoided the sleazy nightclub downtown.

Er vermied den schäbigen Nachtclub in der Innenstadt.

C2 noun /skʌlˈdʌɡəri/

skulduggery

Betrug

Meaning

underhanded or dishonest behavior

Example

The politician was accused of financial skulduggery.

Der Politiker wurde der finanziellen Betrügerei beschuldigt.

B1 noun /ˈspɪr.ɪt/

Spirit

geist; seele; begeisterung; mut

Meaning

the non-physical part of a person; enthusiasm or courage; the essential character of something

Example

The team showed great spirit despite losing the match.

Das Team zeigte großen Geist trotz der Niederlage.

C2 noun /ˈseɪnjər/

seignior

Feudalherr

Meaning

A feudal lord; a man of authority in medieval Europe.

Example

The seignior demanded taxes from the peasants.

Der Feudalherr verlangte Steuern von den Bauern.

C1 adjective /sɑːrˈdɒnɪk/

sardonic

Glück

Meaning

Grimly mocking or cynical.

Example

She gave him a sardonic smile after hearing his excuse.

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

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.

B1 noun /ˈsaɪdˌwɔːk/

sidewalk

Bürgersteig

Meaning

a paved path for pedestrians at the side of a street.

Example

Children were playing on the sidewalk.

Kinder spielten auf dem Bürgersteig.

B2 verb /swiːp/

sweep

fegen

Meaning

to clean by brushing; to move quickly and smoothly

Example

She sweeps the floor every morning.

Sie fegt jeden Morgen den Boden.

A2 verb /ʃʌt/

shut

schließen

Meaning

to close something, especially a door or window

Example

Please shut the door before you leave.

Bitte schließen Sie die Tür, bevor Sie gehen.

C1 noun /ˈspɪnstər/

spinster

alte Jungfer

Meaning

An unmarried woman, often one who is older and considered unlikely to marry

Example

The novel featured a kind-hearted spinster who cared for the village children.

Der Roman zeigte eine gutherzige alte Jungfer, die sich um die Kinder des Dorfes kümmerte.

C1 noun /sɪlk klɔːθ/

Silk cloth

Seidenstoff

Meaning

fabric made from natural fibers produced by silkworms

Example

The bride wore a beautiful dress made of silk cloth.

Die Braut trug ein wunderschönes Kleid aus Seidenstoff.

C1 noun /sɪˈkriː.ʃən/

Secretion

Sekretion

Meaning

a process by which substances are produced and discharged from a cell or gland

Example

Insulin secretion is crucial for blood sugar regulation.

Die Insulinsekretion ist entscheidend für die Regulierung des Blutzuckers.

B1 noun /ˈsɛtʌp/

setup

Einrichtung

Meaning

an arrangement of things or the way in which something is organized or prepared

Example

The setup of the event took hours to complete.

Die Einrichtung der Veranstaltung dauerte Stunden.

A2 noun /ʃer/

Share

Teil

Meaning

a portion of something; a part or portion of a larger amount

Example

Each partner received an equal share of the company profits.

Jeder Partner erhielt einen gleichen Anteil am Gewinn des Unternehmens.

B2 noun /sɪˈver.ə.ti/

Severity

Schwere; Strenge; Härte

Meaning

the quality of being extremely serious or harsh; intensity of something bad

Example

The severity of the storm caused widespread damage across the city.

Die Schwere des Sturms verursachte weit verbreitete Schäden in der ganzen Stadt.

C2 noun /ˈsiːkənt/

secant

Sekante

Meaning

A straight line that intersects a curve at two or more points.

Example

In geometry, a secant cuts the circle at two distinct points.

In der Geometrie schneidet eine Sekante den Kreis an zwei verschiedenen Punkten.

B2 noun /ˈʃɛərˌhoʊldər/

shareholder

Aktionär

Meaning

an individual or organization that owns shares in a company

Example

Each shareholder has the right to vote at the annual meeting.

Jeder Aktionär hat das Recht, auf der jährlichen Versammlung abzustimmen.

B1 noun /soʊl/

Soul

Seele

Meaning

the spiritual or immaterial essence of a human being or animal; a person's emotional or intellectual nature

Example

She poured her heart and soul into her artwork.

Sie goss ihr Herz und ihre Seele in ihr Kunstwerk.

C1 noun /ˈsæŋk.ʃən/

Sanction

Sanktion / Genehmigung

Meaning

official permission or approval; a penalty for disobeying a rule

Example

The government imposed economic sanctions on the country.

Die Regierung verhängte Sanktionen gegen das Land.

C2 adjective /sɛpˈtɛnɪəl/

septennial

siebenjährig

Meaning

Occurring every seven years.

Example

The festival is a septennial tradition in the village.

Das Festival ist eine siebenjährige Tradition im Dorf.

C1 noun /ˈstaɪpend/

Stipend

Stipendium

Meaning

a fixed regular sum paid as a salary or allowance

Example

The research student receives a monthly stipend for living expenses.

Der Forschungsstudent erhält ein monatliches Stipendium für Lebenshaltungskosten.

C2 adjective /ˈsteɪ.dʒi/

stagy

übertrieben theatralisch

Meaning

Overly theatrical, artificial, or exaggerated in manner or style.

Example

Her performance felt stagy and unnatural.

Ihre Darbietung fühlte sich übertrieben theatralisch und unnatürlich an.

C1 verb /ʃʌn/

Shun

vermeiden

Meaning

to deliberately avoid or stay away from someone or something

Example

He shuns public attention and prefers privacy.

Er meidet öffentliche Aufmerksamkeit und bevorzugt Privatsphäre.

C2 noun /ˌsɒ̃ˈfrwɑː/

sangfroid

Gelassenheit

Meaning

Composure or coolness under pressure.

Example

She impressed everyone with her sangfroid during the interview.

Sie beeindruckte alle mit ihrer Gelassenheit während des Interviews.

C2 adjective /ˈsæ.loʊ/

sallow

blassgelb

Meaning

Of an unhealthy yellow or pale brown color, often referring to skin.

Example

His sallow complexion made him look tired and sickly.

Sein blassgelbes Gesicht ließ ihn müde und krank aussehen.

C2 adjective /ˈslʌvənli/

slovenly

nachlässig

Meaning

Untidy or careless in appearance, habits, or work.

Example

His slovenly appearance made a bad impression at the interview.

Sein nachlässiges Aussehen hinterließ einen schlechten Eindruck im Interview.

B2 verb /sweɪ/

sway

schwingen

Meaning

To move or cause to move slowly or rhythmically back and forth; to influence someone's opinion or decision.

Example

The trees swayed gently in the breeze.

Die Bäume schwankten sanft im Wind.

A1 noun /ˈsætərdeɪ/

saturday

Samstag

Meaning

The day of the week between Friday and Sunday; traditionally the sixth day of the week

Example

We are going to the beach on Saturday.

Wir gehen am Samstag zum Strand.

C1 verb /ˈʃɪmər/

shimmer

schimmern

Meaning

To shine with a soft, wavering light.

Example

The lake shimmered under the moonlight.

Der See schimmerte im Mondlicht.

B2 noun /səˈplaɪə(r)/

supplier

Lieferant

Meaning

a person or company that provides goods or services

Example

The supplier delivered the products on time.

Der Lieferant lieferte die Produkte pünktlich.

C2 adjective /ˌsɪkəˈfæntɪk/

sycophantic

Schmeichlerisch

Meaning

Behaving in a way that is excessively obedient or servile to gain favor.

Example

His sycophantic behavior annoyed his colleagues.

Sein schmeichlerisches Verhalten nervte seine Kollegen.

B2 noun /ˈsɪnˌdroʊm/

syndrome

Syndrom

Meaning

a group of symptoms that occur together and characterize a condition or disease

Example

Down syndrome affects a person's physical and mental development.

Das Down-Syndrom beeinflusst die körperliche und geistige Entwicklung einer Person.

C2 adjective /ˌstaʊtˈhɑːrtɪd/

stouthearted

tapferherzig

Meaning

Brave, determined, and courageous

Example

The stouthearted soldier never gave up.

Der tapfere Soldat gab nie auf.

C1 verb /skɔːrtʃ/

scorch

verbrannt

Meaning

to burn the surface of something slightly

Example

The fire scorched the walls of the building.

Das Feuer verbrannte die Wände des Gebäudes.

B2 adjective /spɒnˈteɪniəs/

Spontaneous

spontan

Meaning

done without planning; natural and unforced

Example

Their spontaneous dance in the rain was beautiful.

Ihr spontaner Tanz im Regen war wunderschön.

C1 adjective /ˌsʌb.təˈreɪ.ni.ən/

subterranean

unterirdisch

Meaning

Existing, occurring, or done under the earth's surface.

Example

Subterranean water sources help sustain agriculture.

Unterirdische Wasserquellen helfen, die Landwirtschaft zu unterstützen.

A1 adjective /ˈsɔːri/

sorry

entschuldigung

Meaning

feeling regret or sympathy

Example

She felt sorry for what had happened.

Sie fühlte sich schlecht wegen dem, was passiert war.

C1 noun /saɪð/

scythe

Sichel

Meaning

A tool with a long curved blade used for cutting grass or grain.

Example

The farmer sharpened his scythe before harvesting the wheat.

Der Bauer schärfte seine Sichel, bevor er den Weizen erntete.

C2 noun /stɒˈkeɪd/

stockade

Holzwand

Meaning

a defensive barrier made of strong posts or timbers, often around a fort or prison

Example

The prisoners were kept inside the wooden stockade.

Die Gefangenen wurden in der Holzwand eingesperrt.

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 noun /sɪv/

Seive

sieb

Meaning

a utensil consisting of a wire or plastic mesh held in a frame, used for straining solids from liquids

Example

She used a sieve to separate the flour from lumps.

Sie benutzte ein Sieb, um das Mehl von Klumpen zu trennen.

B2 noun /ˈsɑːrdʒənt/

scharf

Meaning

having a strong, hot flavor from spices; containing spices

Example

This curry is too spicy for me to eat.

Dieses Curry ist zu scharf für mich zum Essen.