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B2 verb, noun /ˈtæk.əl/

tackle

lösen, stoppen
Meaning
to try to deal with or solve a difficult problem; to physically stop someone in sports by knocking them down
Example
The coach taught the players how to tackle properly.
Der Trainer zeigte den Spielern, wie man richtig tackelt.
B2 verb /ˈfɜːrnɪʃ/

furnish

einrichten, bereitstellen
Meaning
to provide or supply with furniture or equipment
Example
They furnished the new house with modern furniture.
Sie haben das neue Haus mit modernen Möbeln eingerichtet.
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.
B2 noun/verb /ˌbærɪˈkeɪd/

barricade

barrikade
Meaning
a barrier erected to block or defend against movement; to block a passage with obstacles
Example
Protesters built a barricade across the street.
Protestierende bauten eine Barrikade über die Straße.
B2 noun /ˈtʃɒp.ər/

Chopper

Axt
Meaning
a tool with a heavy blade for chopping wood; a helicopter
Example
The lumberjack swung the chopper to cut down the tree.
Der Holzfäller schwang die Axt, um den Baum zu fällen.
B2 noun /koʊˈɔːrdɪˌneɪtər/

coordinator

Koordinator
Meaning
a person who organizes people or activities so that they work well together
Example
The event coordinator managed everything perfectly.
Der Event-Koordinator hat alles perfekt organisiert.
B2 adjective /ˈtʃuː.zi/

Choosey/Choosy

wählerisch; sehr selektiv; besonders in Bezug auf das, was einem gefällt oder akzeptiert wird
Meaning
very careful in choosing; selective; particular about what one likes or accepts
Example
He's very choosy about the restaurants where he eats.
Er ist sehr wählerisch bei den Restaurants, in denen er isst.
B2 verb /ˈmɒdənaɪz/

modernize

modernisieren
Meaning
To adapt something to modern needs or styles; to update or improve.
Example
The company plans to modernize its IT infrastructure.
Das Unternehmen plant, seine IT-Infrastruktur zu modernisieren.
B2 noun /ˈwɒr.i.ər/

Warrior

Krieger; tapferer oder erfahrener Kämpfer
Meaning
a person who fights in battles; a brave or experienced fighter
Example
The brave warrior defended his village from the invaders.
Der tapfere Krieger verteidigte sein Dorf vor den Eindringlingen.
B2 noun /tʃɔːr/

chore

Hausarbeit
Meaning
A routine task, especially a household duty.
Example
Washing the dishes is my least favorite chore.
Das Abwaschen ist meine am wenigsten bevorzugte Hausarbeit.
B2 verb, noun /kəˈmjuːt/

commute

Pendeln
Meaning
Verb: to travel regularly between home and work; Noun: the journey to and from work.
Example
He commutes two hours every day to reach his office.
Er pendelt jeden Tag zwei Stunden, um sein Büro zu erreichen.
B2 noun /ˌdɒkjʊmɛnˈteɪʃən/

documentation

Dokumentation
Meaning
material that provides official information or evidence
Example
The documentation for the project is available for review.
Die Dokumentation für das Projekt ist zur Überprüfung verfügbar.
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 verb/noun /ˌdɪsrɪˈɡɑːrd/

disregard

Missachtung
Meaning
To ignore something; lack of consideration or respect for something.
Example
He disregarded the warning signs and kept driving.
Er ignorierte die Warnzeichen und fuhr weiter.
B2 verb /ɪmˈprɪzən/

imprison

einsperren
Meaning
to put someone in prison; to confine or restrict someone's freedom
Example
The judge imprisoned the criminal for five years.
Der Richter hat den Verbrecher für fünf Jahre eingesperrt.
B2 verb /ˌriːkriˈeɪt/

recreate

wieder erschaffen
Meaning
to create or produce something again, especially a new version of something lost or destroyed
Example
The team recreated the lost dataset from backups.
Das Team hat den verlorenen Datensatz aus den Backups wiederhergestellt.
B2 noun /spaɪn/

Spine

Wirbelsäule; zentraler Stützpunkt einer Struktur
Meaning
the backbone or vertebral column of a vertebrate; the central support of a structure
Example
She injured her spine in the accident.
Sie hat sich bei dem Unfall die Wirbelsäule verletzt.
B2 noun /pænˈdɛmɪk/

pandemic

Pandemie
Meaning
An outbreak of a disease that occurs on a global scale.
Example
The COVID-19 pandemic changed the world dramatically.
Die COVID-19-Pandemie hat die Welt dramatisch verändert.
B2 noun ˈneɪʧər ɪnˈθjuːziæsts

Nature Enthusiasts

Naturfreunde
Meaning
People who have a passionate interest in and love for the natural world and outdoor activities.
Example
Nature enthusiasts often visit Sajek Valley for its scenic beauty.
Naturfreunde besuchen oft das Sajek-Tal wegen seiner malerischen Schönheit.
B2 noun trænˈspær.ən.si

transparency

transparenz
Meaning
The quality of being easy to perceive or detect; openness, accountability, and honesty in governance or operations.
Example
Transparency fosters trust in governance.
Transparenz fördert das Vertrauen in die Verwaltung.
B2 adjective /brɪsk/

Brisk

lebendig; flott; energisch
Meaning
quick and energetic; lively; vigorous
Example
She took a brisk walk in the morning to feel energized.
Sie machte einen flotten Spaziergang am Morgen, um sich energiegeladen zu fühlen.
B2 noun /ˌprɒb.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Probability

Wahrscheinlichkeit
Meaning
the likelihood that something will happen; a mathematical measure of how likely something is to occur
Example
There is a high probability of rain tomorrow.
Es gibt eine hohe Wahrscheinlichkeit für Regen morgen.
B2 noun /ˈter.ər.ɪ.zəm/

Terrorism

terrorismus
Meaning
the unlawful use of violence and intimidation against civilians for political aims
Example
The government increased security measures to prevent terrorism.
Die Regierung hat Sicherheitsmaßnahmen verstärkt, um Terrorismus zu verhindern.
B2 verb /ˈɪmɪɡreɪt/

immigrate

einwandern
Meaning
to come to live permanently in a foreign country
Example
He immigrated to Canada five years ago.
Er ist vor fünf Jahren nach Kanada eingewandert.
B2 adjective /əkˈsɛsəbl/

accessible

zugänglich
Meaning
easy to reach, use, or understand
Example
The museum is easily accessible by public transport.
Das Museum ist leicht mit öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln erreichbar.
B2 adverb /ˌnɒnˈstɒp/

Non-stop

ohne Pause; ununterbrochen
Meaning
continuing without stopping; without interruption
Example
The train traveled non-stop from London to Paris.
Der Zug reiste non-stop von London nach Paris.
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 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.
B2 noun /veɪn/

Vein

Ader; Vene
Meaning
a blood vessel that carries blood back to the heart; a streak or marking of a different color
Example
The nurse found a vein in his arm to draw blood.
Die Krankenschwester fand eine Vene in seinem Arm, um Blut zu entnehmen.
B2 noun /lɪˈdʒɪtɪməsi/

legitimacy

Legitimität
Meaning
the quality of being accepted as right, proper, or lawful
Example
The legitimacy of the election was questioned by observers.
Die Legitimität der Wahl wurde von den Beobachtern infrage gestellt.
B2 adverb /ʌnˈfɛərli/

unfairly

ungerecht
Meaning
In a manner that is not just, reasonable, or impartial
Example
He was treated unfairly by the committee.
Er wurde vom Komitee ungerecht behandelt.
B2 verb /buːst/

boost

steigern
Meaning
To increase, improve, or raise something.
Example
The company launched a campaign to boost sales.
Das Unternehmen startete eine Kampagne, um die Verkäufe zu steigern.
B2 noun /ˈækni/

acne

Akne
Meaning
a skin condition in which pores become inflamed and clogged, causing pimples and spots
Example
Regular cleansing and a balanced diet can help reduce acne.
Regelmäßige Reinigung und eine ausgewogene Ernährung können helfen, Akne zu reduzieren.
B2 verb /dɒdʒ/

dodge

ausweichen
Meaning
to move quickly to one side to avoid something; to avoid dealing with something cleverly or dishonestly
Example
The boxer managed to dodge his opponent's punch.
Der Boxer schaffte es, dem Schlag seines Gegners auszuweichen.
B2 noun /ˈfreʃmən/

freshman

Erstsemester
Meaning
a first-year student at a high school, college, or university
Example
The freshman felt nervous on his first day at university.
Der Erstsemester fühlte sich nervös an seinem ersten Tag an der Universität.
B2 noun /ˈfɪlmˌmeɪkər/

film-maker

Filmregisseur
Meaning
A person who directs or produces films
Example
The film-maker received an award for his latest documentary.
Der Filmregisseur erhielt eine Auszeichnung für seinen neuesten Dokumentarfilm.
B2 adjective /ˈrest.ləs/

Restless

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

entitled

berechtigt
Meaning
having the right to do or have something; feeling deserving of special treatment
Example
Employees are entitled to paid leave.
Mitarbeiter haben Anspruch auf bezahlten Urlaub.
B2 adjective /hɪˈroʊɪk/

heroic

heldenhaft
Meaning
showing great bravery or courage; relating to a hero or heroes
Example
The firefighter made a heroic effort to save the child.
Der Feuerwehrmann unternahm einen heldenhaften Versuch, das Kind zu retten.
B2 adverb /ˈdʒenərəsli/

generously

großzügig
Meaning
in a kind, giving, or unselfish manner; in a plentiful or abundant way
Example
She generously donated money to help the poor.
Sie spendete großzügig Geld, um den Armen zu helfen.
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 noun /ˈkwɪə.ri/

Query

Anfrage; Frage;
Meaning
a question or inquiry; a request for information
Example
I have a query about the new policy changes in the company.
Ich habe eine Anfrage zu den neuen politischen Änderungen im Unternehmen.
B2 noun /ˈlaɪnˌʌp/

lineup

Aufstellung
Meaning
a group of people or things arranged in a sequence
Example
The event featured a star-studded lineup of musicians.
Die Veranstaltung präsentierte eine mit Stars besetzte Aufstellung von Musikern.
B2 noun /ˈtæk.tɪk/

Tactic

Strategie; Taktik
Meaning
a plan or method for achieving something; a strategy used to accomplish a goal
Example
The coach used a new tactic to win the game.
Der Trainer verwendete eine neue Taktik, um das Spiel zu gewinnen.
B2 noun /ˌsɛlf əˈwɛə.nəs/

self-awareness

Selbstbewusstsein
Meaning
Conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires.
Example
Self-awareness helps in understanding one's emotions and actions.
Selbstbewusstsein hilft dabei, die eigenen Emotionen und Handlungen zu verstehen.
B2 noun /θred/

thread

Faden
Meaning
a long, thin strand of cotton, nylon, or other fibers used for sewing
Example
She used a red thread to sew the torn button back on.
Sie benutzte einen roten Faden, um den gerissenen Knopf wieder anzunähen.
B2 noun /ˈɡæl.ək.siːz/

galaxies

galaxien
Meaning
Large collections of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity.
Example
Distant galaxies hold clues about the early universe.
Entfernte Galaxien enthalten Hinweise auf das frühe Universum.
B2 verb /boʊlt/

bolt

plötzlich weglaufen; etwas mit einem Bolzen befestigen
Meaning
To move suddenly and quickly; also to fasten something with a bolt.
Example
The horse bolted from the stable after hearing a loud noise.
Das Pferd raste nach dem lauten Geräusch aus dem Stall.
B2 noun /ˈɡuːs.ber.i/

Gooseberry

stachelbeere
Meaning
a small round green or red berry that grows on a thorny bush
Example
Gooseberries are rich in vitamin C and make excellent jams.
Stachelbeeren sind reich an Vitamin C und machen ausgezeichnete Marmelade.
B2 verb /fɔːrˈsiː/

foresee

voraussehen
Meaning
To be aware of beforehand; to predict or expect.
Example
She could foresee the challenges ahead.
Sie konnte die Herausforderungen vorhersagen.
B2 adjective /ˈflɔː.ləs/

Flawless

makellos; fehlerfrei
Meaning
perfect; without any defects or faults; immaculate
Example
Her flawless performance earned her a standing ovation.
Ihre makellose Leistung brachte ihr stehende Ovationen ein.
B2 adjective /kəmˈpæʃənət/

Compassionate

mitfühlend; barmherzig
Meaning
feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others who are suffering
Example
The compassionate nurse took extra time to comfort the worried patients.
Die mitfühlende Krankenschwester nahm sich zusätzliche Zeit, um die besorgten Patienten zu trösten.
B2 noun /ˈtrʌmpɪt/

Trumpet

trompete
Meaning
a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; military signal instrument
Example
The soldier played the trumpet to signal the troops.
Der Soldat spielte die Trompete, um die Truppen zu signalisieren.
B2 noun, verb /ˈdɪskɔːrs/

discourse

Diskurs, Rede
Meaning
Written or spoken communication or debate.
Example
The professor gave a discourse on ancient philosophy.
Der Professor hielt einen Vortrag über antike Philosophie.
B2 adjective /dʒaɪˈɡæntɪk/

gigantic

gigantisch
Meaning
Extremely large or huge in size, power, or extent.
Example
The company made a gigantic investment in technology.
Das Unternehmen tätigte eine gigantische Investition in Technologie.
B2 noun /ˈpæs.taɪm/

Pastime

Freizeitbeschäftigung
Meaning
an activity done regularly for enjoyment; a hobby or recreational activity
Example
Reading books is her favorite pastime during weekends.
Bücher lesen ist ihr Lieblingsfreizeitbeschäftigung an den Wochenenden.
B2 noun /ˈjuː.sɪdʒ/

Usage

Verwendung
Meaning
the action of using something; the way in which words are used in a language
Example
The dictionary explains the correct usage of difficult words.
Das Wörterbuch erklärt die korrekte Verwendung von schwierigen Wörtern.
B2 adjective /ˈvaɪəbəl/

viable

lebensfähig, praktikabel
Meaning
Capable of working successfully; feasible.
Example
A viable solution is necessary for long-term success.
Eine lebensfähige Lösung ist für den langfristigen Erfolg notwendig.
B2 noun /ˈfɪzɪsɪst/

physicist

Physiker
Meaning
a scientist who studies or specializes in physics
Example
The physicist explained the theory of relativity to the students.
Der Physiker erklärte den Studenten die Relativitätstheorie.
B2 noun, verb /bəˈfeɪ/ (noun), /ˈbʌfɪt/ (verb)

buffet

Buffet
Meaning
A meal where guests serve themselves from a variety of dishes arranged on a table; also means to strike repeatedly (as a verb).
Example
We enjoyed a large buffet at the wedding reception.
Wir genossen ein großes Buffet auf der Hochzeitsfeier.
B2 noun /ˈdʒiː.ni.əs/

Genius

Genie
Meaning
exceptional intellectual or creative power or other natural ability; a person who has such ability
Example
Einstein was recognized as a genius for his groundbreaking contributions to physics.
Einstein wurde als Genie für seine bahnbrechenden Beiträge zur Physik anerkannt.
B2 noun /ˈhæs.əl/

Hassle

Ärger; Unannehmlichkeit; Schwierigkeiten
Meaning
irritating inconvenience; trouble or difficulty; a situation causing problems
Example
Booking tickets online can save you the hassle of waiting in long queues at the theater.
Das Buchen von Tickets online kann Ihnen den Ärger ersparen, in langen Warteschlangen im Theater zu stehen.
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 verb /dɪsˈtɜːb/

disturb

stören
Meaning
to interrupt or cause someone to stop what they are doing
Example
Please don’t disturb me while I’m studying.
Bitte störe mich nicht, während ich lerne.
B2 noun /ˈwɑː.ʃər mæn/

Washer man

Wäscher
Meaning
a person whose job is to wash clothes and linens for others
Example
The washer man collected dirty clothes from every household in the village.
Der Wäscher sammelte schmutzige Kleidung aus jedem Haushalt im Dorf.
B2 verb /fʊlˈfɪl/

fulfill

erfüllen
Meaning
to complete or accomplish something, especially a task or promise
Example
He worked hard to fulfill his dreams.
Er hat hart gearbeitet, um seine Träume zu erfüllen.
B2 noun əˈkɔːrd

accord

abkommen
Meaning
An official agreement or treaty.
Example
The accord emphasized gradual progress.
Das Abkommen betonte den schrittweisen Fortschritt.
B2 verb /smæʃ/

smash

zerbrechen
Meaning
to break something into pieces violently
Example
She smashed the glass in frustration.
Sie zerschlug das Glas aus Frustration.
B2 noun /dɪˈkeɪ/

Decay

Verfall; Zersetzung; Fäulnis
Meaning
the process of rotting or decomposing; gradual decline or deterioration
Example
The old building showed signs of decay after years of neglect.
Das alte Gebäude zeigte nach Jahren der Vernachlässigung Zeichen des Verfalls.
B2 noun /ˈwɔːfeər/

Warfare

Krieg
Meaning
armed conflict between different countries or groups; the activity of fighting a war
Example
Modern warfare involves advanced technology and strategic planning.
Moderne Kriegsführung umfasst fortschrittliche Technologie und strategische Planung.
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 /ˈkaʊn.səl.ər/

counselor

Berater
Meaning
a person trained to give guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems
Example
The school counselor helped the student deal with stress.
Der Schulberater half dem Schüler, mit dem Stress umzugehen.
B2 noun /ˈɪdɪət/

idiot

Idiot
Meaning
a person who acts in a way that is considered very stupid or foolish
Example
He acted like an idiot at the party last night.
Er benahm sich wie ein Idiot auf der Party letzte Nacht.
B2 noun ɪˈmɪʃ.ən

emission

Emission
Meaning
The release or discharge of gases, particles, or other substances into the environment.
Example
Car manufacturers are reducing carbon emissions.
Autohersteller reduzieren die Kohlenstoffemissionen.
B2 noun /ˈmɑːrbəl/

marble

Glück
Meaning
a hard, smooth stone used in building and sculpture, often white with colored lines
Example
The floor of the palace was made of white marble.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B2 verb /ɪˈveɪd/

evade

entkommen
Meaning
To escape or avoid something, especially by cleverness or trickery.
Example
He tried to evade the question by changing the subject.
Er versuchte, die Frage zu umgehen, indem er das Thema wechselte.
B2 adjective /ˌʌnˈkɔːrdɪneɪtɪd/

uncoordinated

unkoordiniert; ungeschickt
Meaning
lacking coordination, not well-organized or clumsy in movement
Example
His movements were uncoordinated, making him prone to accidents.
Seine Bewegungen waren unkoordiniert, was ihn anfällig für Unfälle machte.
B2 adjective /bɪˈheɪvjərəl/

behavioral

verhaltensbezogen
Meaning
relating to the way a person or animal acts
Example
The psychologist studied the child's behavioral patterns.
Der Psychologe untersuchte die Verhaltensmuster des Kindes.
B2 verb /ɪnˈdjʊər/

endure

ertragen
Meaning
to suffer something difficult or unpleasant patiently
Example
He had to endure years of hardship before achieving success.
Er musste Jahre der Not ertragen, bevor er Erfolg hatte.
B2 noun /ˌɒpəˈzɪʃən/

opposition

Opposition
Meaning
the action of opposing or resisting something
Example
The opposition to the new law was strong.
Die Opposition gegen das neue Gesetz war stark.
B2 adverb /ɔːˈθentɪkli/

authentically

authentisch
Meaning
in a genuine, real, or true manner; in a way that reflects true character or origin
Example
She speaks authentically about her experiences.
Sie spricht authentisch über ihre Erfahrungen.
B2 verb /ˈtaɪtən/

Tighten

anziehen
Meaning
to make something more secure or less loose
Example
He tightened the screws to secure the shelf.
Er zog die Schrauben an, um das Regal zu sichern.
B2 adjective /ˈpleɪfəl/

playful

verspielt, lebendig
Meaning
full of fun and high spirits; lively
Example
The puppy was very playful, running around the garden.
Welpe war sehr verspielt, lief im Garten herum.
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 adjective /ʌnˈnætʃərəl/

Unnatural

unnatürlich
Meaning
not existing in nature; artificial; forced
Example
The actor's smile looked unnatural and forced.
Das Lächeln des Schauspielers sah unnatürlich und gezwungen aus.
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 adjective /ˌʌnprɪˈdɪktəbəl/

unpredictable

unvorhersehbar
Meaning
not able to be predicted; changing suddenly and unexpectedly
Example
The weather in this region is highly unpredictable.
Das Wetter in dieser Region ist sehr unvorhersehbar.
B2 noun /ˈsɪmp.təmz/

symptoms

Symptome
Meaning
signs or indications of a disease or condition
Example
Fever and cough are common symptoms of the flu.
Fieber und Husten sind häufige Symptome der Grippe.
B2 noun, verb /dɪˈfɔːlt/

default

Zahlungsverzug
Meaning
failure to fulfill an obligation, especially to repay a loan
Example
The company defaulted on its loan payments.
Das Unternehmen ist in Zahlungsverzug geraten.
B2 verb /ˈpiːtər/

peter

allmählich nachlassen
Meaning
to diminish gradually and come to an end; to fade or dwindle away
Example
The excitement of the event began to peter out after a few hours.
Die Aufregung des Events begann nach ein paar Stunden zu verblassen.
B2 noun /ˈænθəm/

anthem

Hymne
Meaning
A song that is identified with a particular group, movement, or nation, often expressing pride or unity.
Example
The national anthem was played before the football match.
Die Nationalhymne wurde vor dem Fußballspiel gespielt.
B2 adjective /ˈhjuː.mər.əs/

Humorous

lustig; amüsant; zum Lachen bringend;
Meaning
funny; amusing; causing laughter;
Example
His humorous stories always make everyone laugh.
Seine lustigen Geschichten bringen immer alle zum Lachen.
B2 noun /kəˈdɛt/

cadet

Kadett
Meaning
A young trainee in the armed forces, police, or other organization.
Example
The cadet marched proudly in the parade.
Der Kadett marschierte stolz im Umzug.
B2 adjective ˌrev.əˈluː.ʃən.ər.i

revolutionary

revolutionär
Meaning
Involving or causing a complete or dramatic change.
Example
Revolutionary ideas are reshaping the industry.
Revolutionäre Ideen verändern die Industrie.
B2 noun /eɪd/

aide

Assistent
Meaning
An assistant or helper, especially to an important person.
Example
The senator’s aide organized the meeting with journalists.
Der Assistent des Senators organisierte das Treffen mit den Journalisten.
B2 noun /ˈpoʊ.di.əm/

Podium

Pult
Meaning
a small platform on which a person may stand to be seen by an audience
Example
The winner stood on the podium to receive the gold medal.
Der Gewinner stand auf dem Podium, um die Goldmedaille zu empfangen.
B2 adjective /ˈlɛŋθi/

lengthy

lang
Meaning
long in duration or extent
Example
The meeting was lengthy, lasting over three hours.
Das Treffen war lang, es dauerte über drei Stunden.
B2 noun /ˈfʌndˌreɪzɪŋ/

fundraising

Spendenaktion
Meaning
the process of collecting money for a cause or project
Example
The organization is organizing a fundraising event.
Die Organisation organisiert eine Spendenaktion.
B2 noun /ˈmɑːrdʒɪn/

Margin

Rand; Spielraum
Meaning
The edge or border of something; an amount allowed beyond what is needed
Example
Please write your notes in the margin of the page.
Bitte schreibe deine Notizen am Rand der Seite.
B2 adjective ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntl

instrumental

instrumentell
Meaning
Serving as a crucial means, agent, or tool; having a part in bringing about a result.
Example
Children can be instrumental in building a better society.
Kinder können bei der Schaffung einer besseren Gesellschaft eine wichtige Rolle spielen.
B2 adverb /ˈbruːtəli/

brutally

brutal
Meaning
in a cruel, violent, or harsh manner; in a very direct and blunt way
Example
The prisoners were treated brutally by the guards.
Die Gefangenen wurden brutal von den Wächtern behandelt.
B2 noun /pʌŋk/

punk

Punk
Meaning
a type of popular music, or the culture associated with it, characterized by loud, fast rhythms and rebellious attitudes
Example
He’s always been into punk music and fashion.
Er ist immer in Punk-Musik und Mode interessiert gewesen.
B2 adverb /ˈmen.tə.li/

Mentally

mental
Meaning
relating to the mind; in terms of mental processes
Example
She was mentally preparing herself for the exam.
Sie bereitete sich mental auf die Prüfung vor.
B2 adjective /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪdʒd/

disadvantaged

benachteiligt
Meaning
Lacking the basic resources or conditions needed for a good standard of living or equal opportunities.
Example
The program provides support to disadvantaged children.
Das Programm bietet Unterstützung für benachteiligte Kinder.
B2 verb /ɪˈnækt/

enact

erlassen
Meaning
to make into law; to perform or act out
Example
The government decided to enact a new policy on education.
Die Regierung entschied sich, eine neue Bildungspolitik zu erlassen.
B2 adjective /ˈθʌroʊ/

thorough

gründlich, ausführlich
Meaning
complete with regard to every detail; not superficial or partial
Example
The report was thorough and well-researched.
Der Bericht war gründlich und gut recherchiert.
B2 noun /kəˈmændər/

Commander

Kommandant
Meaning
a person in authority over a military unit; leader of armed forces
Example
The commander ordered his troops to advance.
Der Kommandant befahl seinen Truppen, vorzurücken.
B2 adjective /ʌnˌkənˈfɜːmd/

Unconfirmed

nicht bestätigt; nicht verifiziert;
Meaning
not confirmed as true or definite; not verified or substantiated
Example
The report remains unconfirmed until we receive official verification.
Der Bericht bleibt unbestätigt, bis wir eine offizielle Bestätigung erhalten.
B2 verb /dɪˈpɪkt/

depict

darstellen
Meaning
to represent or show something in a picture, story, or other art form
Example
The painting depicts a beautiful sunset over the sea.
Das Gemälde stellt einen schönen Sonnenuntergang über dem Meer dar.
B2 verb ɪˈrɛktɪŋ

erecting

errichten
Meaning
To build; construct; set up in a vertical position.
Example
The workers were erecting a new building downtown.
Die Arbeiter errichteten ein neues Gebäude in der Innenstadt.
B2 noun /hiːl/

Heel

Ferse
Meaning
the back part of the human foot below the ankle
Example
She wore shoes with high heels to the party.
Sie trug hohe Absätze zu der Party.
B2 noun /ˈven.juː/

Venue

Veranstaltungsort
Meaning
a place where an event or activity takes place
Example
The wedding venue was beautifully decorated.
Der Veranstaltungsort der Hochzeit war wunderschön dekoriert.
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 /ˈfræntɪk/

frantic

hysterisch
Meaning
Extremely anxious, hurried, or out of control due to fear or excitement.
Example
She made a frantic call to her family after the accident.
Sie tätigte nach dem Unfall einen hektischen Anruf bei ihrer Familie.
B2 noun /ˈɡɑːr.di.ən/

Guardian

Vormund; Wächter
Meaning
a defender, protector, or keeper; a person legally responsible for the care of someone unable to manage their own affairs
Example
After her parents died, her uncle became her legal guardian and took care of her.
Nachdem ihre Eltern gestorben waren, wurde ihr Onkel ihr gesetzlicher Vormund und kümmerte sich um sie.
B2 noun /dwɔːrf/

dwarf

Zwerg
Meaning
a person, animal, or plant much smaller than average
Example
Snow White lived with seven dwarfs.
Schneewittchen lebte mit sieben Zwergen.
B2 noun /ˈpɔːrɪdʒ/

porridge

Haferbrei
Meaning
A soft food made by boiling oats or other grains in milk or water.
Example
She had a bowl of porridge for breakfast.
Sie aß eine Schale Haferbrei zum Frühstück.
B2 verb /kənˈveɪ/

convey

übermitteln, kommunizieren, transportieren
Meaning
To communicate or make known; to transport or carry from one place to another.
Example
The teacher conveys the lesson clearly to students.
Der Lehrer übermittelt die Lektion klar an die Schüler.
B2 noun /juːˈtɪl.ə.ti/

Utility

Nützlichkeit; Nutzen; öffentlicher Dienst
Meaning
the state of being useful, profitable, or beneficial; a public service
Example
The utility of solar panels increases with rising electricity costs.
Der Nutzen von Solarpanelen steigt mit steigenden Stromkosten.
B2 adverb /ˈsel.fɪʃ.li/

Selfishly

egoistisch
Meaning
in a selfish manner; caring only about oneself
Example
He selfishly took all the cookies.
Er nahm alle Kekse egoistisch.
B2 adjective /ˈkɔːstli/

costly

kostspielig
Meaning
expensive or causing a lot of money, time, or effort
Example
Their mistake proved to be very costly for the company.
Ihr Fehler erwies sich als sehr kostspielig für das Unternehmen.