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B1 noun /tæks/

tax

Steuer
Meaning
a compulsory contribution to state revenue, typically levied on income or sales
Example
The government increased the tax rate on luxury goods.
Die Regierung hat den Steuersatz auf Luxusgüter erhöht.
B1 noun /ˈθʌn.dər/

Thunder

Donner
Meaning
the loud rumbling sound that follows lightning; to make a loud deep sound
Example
We heard thunder rolling across the sky.
Wir hörten das Donnern über den Himmel rollen.
B1 adjective /ˈteknɪkəl/

Technical

technisch; spezialisiert;
Meaning
relating to or involving special skills or knowledge; requiring specialized training
Example
The manual contains technical instructions for operating the machine.
Das Handbuch enthält technische Anweisungen zur Bedienung der Maschine.
B1 noun /trænzˈleɪʃən/

translation

Übersetzung
Meaning
the process of converting text or speech from one language into another
Example
She completed the translation of the book within two months.
Sie hat die Übersetzung des Buches in zwei Monaten abgeschlossen.
B1 noun /tɜːm/

term

Begriff
Meaning
a word or phrase used to describe a thing or to express a concept
Example
The term 'machine learning' is commonly used in technology.
Der Begriff 'maschinelles Lernen' wird in der Technologie häufig verwendet.
B1 noun /teɪl/

tale

Märchen
Meaning
a narrative of imaginary events, especially one that is presented as true
Example
The old man told a tale of his adventures.
Der alte Mann erzählte ein Märchen über seine Abenteuer.
B1 adverb /ˈðɛərˌfɔr/

Therefore

deshalb
Meaning
for that reason; consequently
Example
It was raining, therefore we stayed inside.
Es regnete, deshalb blieben wir drinnen.
B1 noun /tɜːmz/

terms

bedingungen
Meaning
plural of term; conditions or rules in a contract or agreement
Example
The terms of the agreement are clearly outlined in the contract.
Die Bedingungen des Vertrags sind klar im Vertrag dargelegt.
B1 noun /treɪl/

trail

Pfad
Meaning
a path or track left by something that has passed
Example
The hikers followed the trail through the forest.
Die Wanderer folgten dem Pfad durch den Wald.
B1 adverb /ðʌs/

thus

so
Meaning
as a result or consequence of something previously stated
Example
He was late, thus he missed the meeting.
Er kam zu spät, so hat er das Treffen verpasst.
B1 noun /ˈtreɪ.dər/

Trader

Händler
Meaning
a person who buys and sells goods or financial securities for profit
Example
The trader made a good profit from selling imported goods.
Der Händler erzielte einen guten Gewinn, indem er importierte Waren verkaufte.
B1 noun /tʃuˈɪʃ.ən/

tuition

Studiengebühren
Meaning
the fee for instruction or teaching, typically at a school or university
Example
The tuition for the college has increased this year.
Die Studiengebühren der Universität sind in diesem Jahr gestiegen.
B1 noun, verb /toʊn/

tone

Ton
Meaning
the general character or attitude of a place, piece of writing, situation, etc.
Example
The tone of the letter was very formal.
Der Ton des Briefes war sehr formell.
B1 noun /tɔːrˈtiːə/

tortilla

Tortilla
Meaning
A thin round flatbread made from corn or wheat, common in Mexican cuisine.
Example
She wrapped the vegetables in a warm tortilla.
Sie wickelte das Gemüse in eine warme Tortilla.
B1 noun /ˈtaɪ.təl/

Title

Titel; Rang; Würde
Meaning
the name of a book, movie, or other work; a word used before someone's name to show rank or status
Example
The title of the book is very interesting.
Der Titel des Buches ist sehr interessant.
B1 verb /ter/

tear

reißen
Meaning
to pull apart or damage by force; to rip
Example
Be careful not to tear the paper.
Sei vorsichtig, das Papier nicht zu reißen.
B1 verb /ˈtrɪp.əl/

triple

verdreifachen
Meaning
To increase or become three times as much.
Example
The company tripled its profits in just one year.
Das Unternehmen hat seinen Gewinn in nur einem Jahr verdreifacht.
B1 verb ˈtrænsfər

transfer

übertragen
Meaning
To move from one place to another; to hand over.
Example
Power transfer was necessary.
Die Machtübertragung war notwendig.
B1 noun /ˈtreɪdɪŋ/

trading

Handel
Meaning
the act or business of buying and selling goods or services
Example
She made a fortune through online trading.
Sie hat durch Online-Handel ein Vermögen gemacht.
B1 noun /tuːn/

Tune

Melodie; Musikstück; Tonhöhe
Meaning
a melody or musical composition; correct musical pitch
Example
She hummed a beautiful tune while working in the garden.
Sie summte eine schöne Melodie, während sie im Garten arbeitete.
B1 verb /tɛnd/

tend

neigen/aufpassen
Meaning
To regularly behave in a particular way or to take care of something.
Example
She tends to wake up early in the morning.
Sie neigt dazu, früh am Morgen aufzuwachen.
B1 noun /θʌm/

Thumb

daumen
Meaning
the short thick finger of the human hand
Example
She gave me a thumbs up to show her approval.
Sie zeigte mir den Daumen hoch, um ihre Zustimmung zu zeigen.
B1 adjective /ˈtwɛntiəθ/

twentieth

zwanzigste
Meaning
coming after the nineteenth in order; being one of twenty equal parts.
Example
She was born on the twentieth of April.
Sie wurde am zwanzigsten April geboren.
B1 noun ˈtɑː.ɡɪt

target

Ziel
Meaning
An object, person, or place selected as the aim of an attack or focus of attention.
Example
Achieving energy targets is critical for global progress.
Das Erreichen von Energiezielen ist entscheidend für den globalen Fortschritt.
B1 noun /tɔːrtʃ/

Torch

Taschenlampe / Fackel
Meaning
a portable electric lamp powered by batteries; a flaming stick used for light
Example
Use the torch to find your way in the dark.
Benutze die Taschenlampe, um dich im Dunkeln zurechtzufinden.
B1 noun /ˈtiː.pɒt/

Tea-pot

teekanne
Meaning
a container with a lid, handle, and spout for brewing and serving tea
Example
She poured hot water into the tea-pot to make tea.
Sie goss heißes Wasser in die Teekanne, um Tee zu machen.
B1 noun /θroʊt/

Throat

Hals; Luftröhre; Vorderseite des Halses
Meaning
the passage that leads from the back of the mouth to the stomach and lungs; the front part of the neck
Example
He had a sore throat and couldn't speak clearly.
Er hatte Halsschmerzen und konnte nicht klar sprechen.
B1 adverb /ˈtɛrəbli/

terribly

schrecklich
Meaning
to a very great or extreme degree; very badly or unpleasantly
Example
He felt terribly sad after hearing the news.
Er fühlte sich schrecklich traurig, nachdem er die Nachricht gehört hatte.
B1 noun /tɛkˈniːk/

technique

Technik
Meaning
A particular way of carrying out a task, especially with skill.
Example
She learned a new breathing technique in yoga class.
Sie hat eine neue Atemtechnik im Yoga-Kurs gelernt.
B1 noun, adjective, verb /tɛns/

tense

gespannt / grammatikalische Zeitform
Meaning
a grammatical category showing time reference; stretched tight or anxious
Example
She felt tense before the interview.
Sie fühlte sich vor dem Interview angespannt.
B1 noun ˈtaɪmər

timer

Timer
Meaning
An automatic mechanism for activating a device at a preset time; a device that measures time intervals.
Example
He set the timer for 30 minutes to complete the task.
Er stellte den Timer auf 30 Minuten ein, um die Aufgabe abzuschließen.
B1 adjective /ˈtrʌbəld/

troubled

besorgt
Meaning
experiencing or showing distress, anxiety, or worry
Example
He looked deeply troubled after hearing the bad news.
Er sah nach den schlechten Nachrichten zutiefst besorgt aus.
B1 noun truː ˌɛdjuˈkeɪʃən

true education

wahre Bildung
Meaning
Genuine learning that develops both mind and character.
Example
True education builds a noble and beautiful life.
Wahre Bildung baut ein edles und schönes Leben auf.
B1 adjective /ˈtæl.ən.tɪd/

Talented

talentiert
Meaning
having a natural ability or skill in a particular area
Example
She is a talented musician who plays multiple instruments.
Sie ist eine talentierte Musikerin, die mehrere Instrumente spielt.
B1 noun /tɪn/

tin

Dose
Meaning
a metal container; a chemical element (Sn)
Example
She bought a tin of biscuits from the store.
Sie kaufte eine Dose Kekse im Laden.
B1 adjective /θrɪld/

thrilled

begeistert
Meaning
extremely happy or excited
Example
She was thrilled with the surprise party.
Sie war begeistert von der Überraschungsparty.
B1 verb /taɪmd/

timed

stoppen
Meaning
to measure or record the duration or speed of something
Example
He timed the race with a stopwatch.
Er stoppte das Rennen mit einer Stoppuhr.
B1 noun /taɪl/

tile

Fliese
Meaning
a flat piece of baked clay or other material used for covering roofs, floors, or walls
Example
The kitchen floor is covered with ceramic tiles.
Der Küchenboden ist mit keramischen Fliesen bedeckt.
B1 preposition /θruːˈaʊt/

throughout

durchgehend
Meaning
in every part of a place or during the whole time of an event
Example
She worked throughout the night.
Sie arbeitete die ganze Nacht.
B1 noun /ˈtaɪmɪŋ/

timing

Zeitpunkt
Meaning
the choice, judgment, or control of when something should be done
Example
Good timing is essential in business negotiations.
Gutes Timing ist in Geschäftsgesprächen entscheidend.
B1 noun /tʌn/

ton

Tonne
Meaning
A unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds (US) or 1,000 kilograms (metric); a large amount of something
Example
The truck carried a ton of apples to the market.
Der LKW transportierte eine Tonne Äpfel zum Markt.
B1 verb /trænsˈleɪt/

translate

übersetzen
Meaning
to express words or text in another language
Example
She can translate five languages.
Sie kann fünf Sprachen übersetzen.
B1 noun /treɪd/

trade

handel
Meaning
The action of buying and selling goods and services.
Example
Trade agreements foster economic development.
Handelsabkommen fördern die wirtschaftliche Entwicklung.
B1 adjective /trɪˈmendəs/

Tremendous

enorm; gewaltig; außergewöhnlich
Meaning
extremely large, great, or intense; extraordinary
Example
She made tremendous progress in her studies.
Sie machte enorme Fortschritte in ihrem Studium.
B1 adjective /ˈtrɪki/

Tricky

schwierig; listig; täuschend
Meaning
requiring skill or careful handling; difficult to deal with
Example
This math problem is quite tricky to solve.
Dieses Mathematikproblem ist ziemlich schwierig zu lösen.
B1 noun /ˈtaʊər/

tower

Turm
Meaning
a tall, narrow structure, often a part of a building
Example
The tower stood tall above the city.
Der Turm stand hoch über der Stadt.
B1 adjective /təˈrɪfɪk/

terrific

großartig
Meaning
extremely good or excellent; very great or intense
Example
The concert last night was absolutely terrific.
Das Konzert gestern Abend war absolut großartig.
B1 noun /tuː θɜːrdz/

two-thirds

zwei Drittel
Meaning
a fraction equal to two parts of three; 2/3.
Example
Two-thirds of the students passed the exam.
Zwei Drittel der Studenten haben die Prüfung bestanden.
B1 verb /ˈθretən/

threaten

drohen
Meaning
to express an intention to harm or punish someone; to be likely to cause harm
Example
The storm clouds threaten to bring heavy rain tonight.
Die Sturmwolken drohen, heute Nacht starken Regen zu bringen.
B1 adverb /ˈθæŋkfəli/

thankfully

glücklicherweise
Meaning
used to express relief or gratitude
Example
Thankfully, she arrived just in time for the meeting.
Glücklicherweise kam sie gerade rechtzeitig zur Besprechung.
B1 noun /ˈtæblət/

tablet

Tablet
Meaning
a small flat computer or a small solid dose of medicine
Example
She took a tablet to relieve her headache.
Sie nahm eine Tablette, um ihre Kopfschmerzen zu lindern.
B1 noun /trænzˈleɪtər/

translator

Übersetzer
Meaning
a person or tool that converts words or text from one language into another
Example
The translator helped the tourists understand the guide.
Der Übersetzer half den Touristen, den Führer zu verstehen.
B1 adverb /trəˈdɪʃənəli/

traditionally

traditionell
Meaning
according to custom or long-established practice
Example
Bangladesh is traditionally known for its hospitality.
Bangladesch ist traditionell für seine Gastfreundschaft bekannt.
B1 verb /θrɪl/

Thrill

begeistern
Meaning
to cause someone to feel very excited and pleased
Example
The roller coaster ride thrills adventure seekers.
Die Achterbahnfahrt begeistert Abenteuerlustige.
B1 noun ˈtʊə.nə.mənt

tournament

Turnier
Meaning
A series of contests between a number of competitors, competing for an overall prize.
Example
The tournament showcased exceptional talent.
Das Turnier zeigte außergewöhnliches Talent.
B1 noun /ˈtreɪnər/

trainer

Trainer
Meaning
a person who teaches skills or gives training
Example
The fitness trainer helped me improve my posture.
Der Fitnesstrainer half mir, meine Haltung zu verbessern.
B1 noun /ˈtaɪpoʊ/

typo

Tippfehler
Meaning
a mistake made in typing
Example
The report was full of typos.
Der Bericht war voller Tippfehler.
B1 noun /trəˈdɪʃ.ən/

Tradition

Tradition
Meaning
the transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation; a long-established custom or belief
Example
It's a family tradition to gather for dinner every Sunday evening.
Es ist eine Familientradition, sich jeden Sonntagabend zum Abendessen zu versammeln.
B1 adverb /ˈtɛmpərɛrɪli/

temporarily

vorübergehend
Meaning
for a limited time; not permanently
Example
The road is closed temporarily for repairs.
Die Straße ist vorübergehend wegen Reparaturen gesperrt.
B1 adjective /ˈtemptɪŋ/

Tempting

verlockend
Meaning
appealing to or attracting someone, even if wrong or inadvisable; alluring
Example
The chocolate cake looked very tempting in the bakery window.
Der Schokoladenkuchen sah sehr verlockend im Fenster der Bäckerei aus.
B1 noun /ˈtɛkstbʊk/

textbook

Lehrbuch
Meaning
a book used for studying a subject in school or college
Example
She bought a new biology textbook for her class.
Sie kaufte ein neues Biologiebuch für ihren Kurs.
B1 verb /tɛmpt/

tempt

verführen
Meaning
to entice or attract someone to do something, often something wrong or unwise
Example
The smell of fresh bread tempted him to enter the bakery.
Der Duft von frischem Brot verführte ihn, die Bäckerei zu betreten.
B1 noun /θiːm/

theme

thema
Meaning
A subject or topic of discourse or artistic representation.
Example
The theme highlighted resilience and sustainability.
Das Thema hob die Resilienz und Nachhaltigkeit hervor.
B1 noun /ˈtɪʃ.uː/

tissue

Taschentuch
Meaning
a piece of soft absorbent paper or fabric
Example
She used a tissue to wipe her nose.
Sie benutzte ein Taschentuch, um ihre Nase abzuwischen.
B1 adjective /ˈθæŋk.fəl/

Thankful

dankbar
Meaning
pleased and relieved; expressing gratitude; appreciative
Example
I am thankful for all your help and support.
Ich bin dankbar für deine Hilfe und Unterstützung.
B1 noun /ˈtʌnəl/

tunnel

Tunnel
Meaning
an underground passage or shaft
Example
They dug a tunnel under the river.
Sie gruben einen Tunnel unter dem Fluss.
B1 noun /ˈtreʒər/

Treasure

Schatz
Meaning
a quantity of precious metals, gems, or other valuable objects; something of great worth or value
Example
The pirates buried their treasure on the island.
Die Piraten vergruben ihren Schatz auf der Insel.
B1 noun /twɪn/

twin

Zwilling
Meaning
either of two children born at the same time to the same mother
Example
They have twin girls.
Sie haben Zwillingsmädchen.
B1 noun /tiːn/

teen

Teenager
Meaning
a person aged between 13 and 19 years.
Example
He's a teenager who loves sports.
Er ist ein Teenager, der Sport liebt.
B1 noun tɪk mɑːrk

tick mark

Haken
Meaning
A mark (✓) used to indicate that something is correct or has been chosen, checked, or dealt with.
Example
I put a tick mark on all the completed tasks.
Ich habe bei allen abgeschlossenen Aufgaben ein Häkchen gemacht.
B1 noun /ˈθɪr.i/

Theory

Theorie
Meaning
a supposition or system of ideas intended to explain something
Example
Einstein's theory of relativity revolutionized physics.
Einsteins Theorie der Relativität revolutionierte die Physik.
B1 noun /ˈtɛmpəl/

temple

Tempel
Meaning
a building used for the worship of a god or gods
Example
They visited an ancient temple during their trip to India.
Sie besuchten einen alten Tempel während ihrer Reise nach Indien.
B1 noun /ˈtreɪlər/

trailer

Trailer / Vorschau
Meaning
a preview of a movie or a vehicle used for transporting goods
Example
The movie trailer was released last week.
Der Trailer des Films wurde letzte Woche veröffentlicht.
B1 noun /təˈbækoʊ/

tobacco

tabak
Meaning
a plant grown for its leaves, which are used in making cigarettes and cigars
Example
He stopped smoking tobacco after his health scare.
Er hörte auf, Tabak zu rauchen, nachdem er gesundheitliche Probleme hatte.
B1 noun trend

trend

Trend
Meaning
A general direction in which something is developing or changing; a pattern or tendency.
Example
The current trend of deforestation is alarming.
Der aktuelle Trend der Abholzung ist alarmierend.
B1 noun /træm kɑːr/

Tram car

Straßenbahn
Meaning
An electric vehicle that runs on rails along the street
Example
The tram car stopped at every station in the city center.
Die Straßenbahn hielt an jeder Station im Stadtzentrum.
B1 verb /træk/

track

verfolgen
Meaning
To follow or trace the course or progress of something.
Example
Someone can easily track your location on social media.
Jemand kann deinen Standort leicht in den sozialen Medien verfolgen.
B1 noun /ˈθɛrəpɪst/

therapist

Therapeut
Meaning
a person trained to provide treatment or counseling for physical or mental health
Example
The therapist helped him overcome his anxiety.
Der Therapeut half ihm, seine Angst zu überwinden.
B1 noun /tɑːsk/

task

Aufgabe
Meaning
a piece of work or duty to be done
Example
He completed the task before the deadline.
Er hat die Aufgabe vor der Frist erledigt.
B1 noun ˈtʊə.rɪ.zəm

tourism

Tourismus
Meaning
The commercial organization and operation of vacations and visits to places of interest.
Example
Tourism drives economic growth in many countries.
Tourismus fördert das Wirtschaftswachstum in vielen Ländern.
B1 adverb /ˈtɪpɪkli/

typically

normalerweise
Meaning
in a way that is typical of a particular person, thing, or group
Example
She typically arrives at work at 9 AM.
Sie kommt normalerweise um 9 Uhr zur Arbeit.
B1 noun /trʌŋk/

Trunk

Kofferraum
Meaning
a large box or chest, typically used for storage or travel
Example
She packed her clothes in the trunk.
Sie packte ihre Kleidung in den Kofferraum.
B1 noun /ˈtɔːr.təs/

tortoise

Schildkröte
Meaning
A slow-moving land reptile with a hard shell.
Example
The tortoise slowly crossed the garden.
Die Schildkröte überquerte langsam den Garten.
B1 noun /twiːt/

Tweet

zwitschern
Meaning
a short high-pitched sound made by a small bird; a post on Twitter
Example
I heard the sweet tweet of a sparrow this morning.
Ich habe das süße Tweet eines Spatzes heute Morgen gehört.
B1 noun /træp/

Trap

falle
Meaning
a device or enclosure designed to catch and retain animals, or a situation from which it is difficult to escape
Example
The mouse was caught in the trap overnight.
Die Maus wurde über Nacht in der Falle gefangen.
B1 verb /tɔs/

toss

leicht werfen
Meaning
To throw something lightly or casually; to move or turn suddenly.
Example
He tossed the keys onto the table.
Er warf die Schlüssel auf den Tisch.
B1 noun /tæŋk/

Tank

Panzer
Meaning
a heavily armored fighting vehicle moving on a continuous track
Example
The tank rolled through the battlefield with powerful armor.
Der Panzer rollte mit mächtiger Rüstung über das Schlachtfeld.
B1 adjective /ˈtɪpɪkəl/

typical

mit den üblichen Eigenschaften einer bestimmten Art von Person oder Ding
Meaning
having the usual qualities of a particular type of person or thing
Example
It was a typical summer day, hot and humid.
Es war ein typischer Sommertag, heiß und feucht.
B1 noun /ˈtiːspuːn/

teaspoon

Glück
Meaning
a small spoon used for stirring drinks or eating soft foods, or for measuring small amounts of ingredients.
Example
Add a teaspoon of sugar to the tea.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B1 noun ˈθer.ə.pi

therapy

Therapie
Meaning
Treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder; the treatment of a mental or physical disorder.
Example
Gene therapy offers hope for genetic disorders.
Gentherapie bietet Hoffnung für genetische Störungen.
B1 adjective /ˈtɛmpərɛri/

temporary

vorübergehend
Meaning
Lasting for only a limited period of time; not permanent.
Example
She found a temporary job during the summer break.
Sie fand einen temporären Job während der Sommerferien.
B1 noun /ˈtriːtmənt/

Treatment

Behandlung
Meaning
medical care given to a patient for an illness or injury; the action of treating someone or something
Example
The doctor recommended a new treatment for her condition.
Der Arzt empfahl eine neue Behandlung für ihren Zustand.
B1 noun ˌtɑːdʒ məˈhɑːl

Taj Mahal

Taj Mahal
Meaning
A famous mausoleum in India, considered one of the most beautiful structures ever built and a symbol of love.
Example
The Taj Mahal is considered one of the most beautiful structures ever built.
Das Taj Mahal gilt als eines der schönsten jemals erbauten Bauwerke.
B1 noun taɪm ˈmænɪdʒmənt

time management

Zeitmanagement
Meaning
The process of planning and exercising conscious control over the amount of time spent on specific activities
Example
Time management is crucial for success.
Zeitmanagement ist entscheidend für den Erfolg.
B1 noun /twɪst/

Twist

Drehung; Wendung; Biegung;
Meaning
a turn, curve, or bend; an unexpected development; a dance
Example
The story had an unexpected twist at the end.
Die Geschichte hatte am Ende eine unerwartete Wendung.