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B2 noun /ˈtɛl.ər/

teller

Bankangestellter; Erzähler
Meaning
A person who counts and manages money at a bank; a person who tells or relates something
Example
The bank teller counted the cash carefully before handing it over.
Der Bankangestellte zählte das Bargeld sorgfältig, bevor er es übergab.
B2 noun /ɪˈfɛktɪvnəs/

effectiveness

Effektivität
Meaning
the degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result.
Example
The effectiveness of the new policy is still being evaluated.
Die Effektivität der neuen Politik wird noch bewertet.
B2 adjective /ˌbaɪəʊdɪˈɡreɪdəbl/

biodegradable

biologisch abbaubar
Meaning
Capable of being decomposed by natural biological processes, typically by bacteria or other living organisms, without causing harm to the environment.
Example
Biodegradable materials break down naturally without harming the environment.
Biologisch abbaubare Materialien zerfallen natürlich, ohne der Umwelt zu schaden.
B2 adverb /ˈædɪkwətli/

adequately

angemessen
Meaning
in a satisfactory manner
Example
He completed the task adequately, but could improve next time.
Er hat die Aufgabe angemessen abgeschlossen, könnte aber beim nächsten Mal noch verbessern.
B2 adjective /ˈrɪdən/

ridden

durchzogen
Meaning
Full of or dominated by something unpleasant.
Example
The country was ridden with corruption.
Das Land war durchzogen von Korruption.
B2 noun /ˈaʊtˌsɛt/

outset

Anfang
Meaning
the beginning or start of something
Example
From the outset, the project seemed ambitious but achievable.
Vom Anfang an schien das Projekt ehrgeizig, aber erreichbar.
B2 noun /taɪm/

thyme

Thymian
Meaning
A small aromatic herb used in cooking and medicine.
Example
She sprinkled thyme on the roasted chicken.
Sie streute Thymian über das geröstete Hähnchen.
B2 verb /ɪnˈʃʊər/

insure

versichern
Meaning
to provide insurance; to make certain
Example
I need to insure my new car.
Ich muss mein neues Auto versichern.
B2 adjective /ˈsteɪʃəˌneri/

stationary

unbeweglich
Meaning
Not moving or not intended to be moved.
Example
The car remained stationary at the red light.
Das Auto blieb an der roten Ampel unbeweglich.
B2 noun ˈiːkoʊˌtʊrɪzəm

Eco-tourism

Ökotourismus
Meaning
A form of tourism involving responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people.
Example
Eco-tourism promotes responsible travel to natural areas.
Ökotourismus fördert verantwortungsbewusste Reisen in natürliche Gebiete.
B2 verb /ʃɛd/

shed

verlassen
Meaning
to let something fall off naturally, such as leaves, hair, or tears
Example
Trees shed their leaves in autumn.
Bäume verlieren ihre Blätter im Herbst.
B2 noun ˈlɛɡ.ə.si

legacy

Vermächtnis
Meaning
An amount of money or property left to someone in a will; something left or handed down by a predecessor.
Example
His contributions left a lasting legacy in the industry.
Seine Beiträge hinterließen ein bleibendes Vermächtnis in der Industrie.
B2 noun ɪnˈsɛntɪvz

incentives

Anreize
Meaning
Things that motivate or encourage one to do something.
Example
Tax incentives are used to encourage investment in renewable energy.
Steueranreize werden verwendet, um Investitionen in erneuerbare Energien zu fördern.
B2 noun /ˈæktɪvɪst/

activist

Aktivist
Meaning
A person who works to bring about social or political change.
Example
The activist organized a protest against pollution.
Der Aktivist organisierte eine Protestaktion gegen die Umweltverschmutzung.
B2 noun /ˈkæp.sɪ.kəm/

Capsicum

Paprika
Meaning
sweet pepper; bell pepper; colorful vegetable used in cooking
Example
Add red and green capsicum to make the dish colorful and nutritious.
Fügen Sie rote und grüne Paprika hinzu, um das Gericht bunt und nahrhaft zu machen.
B2 adjective /ænˈtɑːrktɪk/

antarctic

antarktisch
Meaning
relating to the region around the South Pole
Example
The Antarctic region is known for its extreme cold and icy landscapes.
Die Antarktisregion ist bekannt für ihre extreme Kälte und eisigen Landschaften.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/

intensive

intensiv
Meaning
Involving a lot of effort, energy, or concentration in a short period of time.
Example
She attended an intensive English course before moving abroad.
Sie besuchte einen intensiven Englischkurs, bevor sie ins Ausland zog.
B2 noun /sneɪl/

Snail

schnecke
Meaning
a small soft creature with a shell on its back that moves very slowly
Example
The snail left a shiny trail as it crawled across the leaf.
Die Schnecke hinterließ eine glänzende Spur, als sie über das Blatt kroch.
B2 verb /daɪˈdʒest/

digest

verdauen
Meaning
to break down food in the body; to think about and understand
Example
It takes time to digest a heavy meal.
Es dauert, um eine schwere Mahlzeit zu verdauen.
B2 verb /swel/

swell

schwellen
Meaning
to become larger, rounder, or thicker; to increase in size
Example
Her ankle began to swell after the injury.
Ihr Knöchel begann nach der Verletzung zu schwellen.
B2 noun fəˈtiːɡ

fatigue

Erschöpfung
Meaning
Physical or mental exhaustion due to prolonged exertion or mental stress
Example
Lack of sleep leads to extreme fatigue.
Schlafmangel führt zu extremer Erschöpfung.
B2 noun /ˈɛθɪks/

ethics

Ethik
Meaning
moral principles that govern a person's behavior or the conduct of an activity
Example
Business ethics require companies to act fairly and responsibly.
Unternehmensethik erfordert, dass Unternehmen fair und verantwortungsbewusst handeln.
B2 verb/noun /vɛnt/

vent

lüften / Öffnung, durch die Luft oder Gas strömt
Meaning
to release air, gas, or strong emotions; an opening that allows air, gas, or liquid to pass
Example
She vented her frustration after the long meeting.
Sie ließ ihre Frustration nach dem langen Meeting heraus.
B2 verb /feɪnt/

faint

ohnmächtig werden
Meaning
to lose consciousness for a short time because of a temporary lack of oxygen to the brain
Example
He felt dizzy and fainted in the heat.
Er fühlte sich schwindelig und fiel aufgrund der Hitze in Ohnmacht.
B2 adverb /ruːˈtiːnli/

routinely

regelmäßig
Meaning
as part of a regular procedure; habitually
Example
The staff routinely checks the equipment for safety.
Das Personal überprüft regelmäßig die Ausrüstung auf Sicherheit.
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 verb ɪnˈfɔːrsɪŋ

enforcing

durchsetzen
Meaning
To compel observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation.
Example
Enforcing strict laws is necessary to prevent violations.
Das Durchsetzen strenger Gesetze ist notwendig, um Verstöße zu verhindern.
B2 noun /ˈtɛrərɪst/

terrorist

Terrorist
Meaning
a person who uses violence or threats to intimidate or coerce, especially for political purposes
Example
The terrorist was arrested by the police after the attack.
Der Terrorist wurde nach dem Angriff von der Polizei festgenommen.
B2 noun ˌdiː.fɒr.ɪˈsteɪ.ʃən

deforestation

Abholzung
Meaning
The action of clearing a wide area of trees; the permanent destruction of forests in order to make the land available for other uses.
Example
Deforestation accelerates the loss of biodiversity.
Abholzung beschleunigt den Verlust der biologischen Vielfalt.
B2 noun ˈprɑː.sest fuːdz

processed foods

verarbeitete Lebensmittel
Meaning
Foods that have been altered from their natural state through various methods such as canning, freezing, refrigeration, dehydration and aseptic processing.
Example
Excessive consumption of processed foods leads to health issues.
Übermäßiger Konsum von verarbeiteten Lebensmitteln führt zu Gesundheitsproblemen.
B2 noun /kəˈmiː.li.ən/

Chameleon

Chamäleon
Meaning
a lizard that can change color to match its surroundings
Example
The chameleon changed its color from green to brown.
Das Chamäleon änderte seine Farbe von grün zu braun.
B2 noun /ˈæktɪˌvɪzəm/

activism

Aktivismus
Meaning
The policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change.
Example
Her environmental activism inspired many young people to take action.
Ihr Umweltaktivismus inspirierte viele junge Menschen zum Handeln.
B2 noun /ɡoʊl ˈsɛt.ɪŋ/

goal-setting

Zielsetzung
Meaning
The process of identifying something that you want to accomplish and establishing measurable objectives to achieve it.
Example
Effective goal-setting helps individuals stay focused and motivated.
Effektive Zielsetzung hilft Einzelpersonen, fokussiert und motiviert zu bleiben.
B2 adjective /ˈʌt.ɚ/

Utter

vollständig; absolut; total
Meaning
complete; absolute; total
Example
The movie was an utter disaster at the box office.
Der Film war eine völlige Katastrophe an der Kinokasse.
B2 verb əbˈzɜːrvd

observed

begehen
Meaning
To celebrate or keep a religious or other festival.
Example
The day is observed annually to raise awareness.
Der Tag wird jährlich begangen, um Bewusstsein zu schaffen.
B2 noun /kɔːrd/

cord

Schnur
Meaning
a long, thin, flexible string or rope
Example
He tied the package with a strong cord.
Er band das Paket mit einer starken Schnur.
B2 noun /duːm/

doom

Unheil
Meaning
A terrible fate, destruction, or unavoidable bad outcome.
Example
The ancient prophecy foretold the city’s doom.
Die alte Prophezeiung sagte das Unheil der Stadt voraus.
B2 verb /ˈwɪɡəl/

wiggle

wackeln, sich bewegen
Meaning
To move or cause to move with small rapid movements from side to side.
Example
The baby wiggled happily in her mother's arms.
Das Baby wackelte fröhlich in den Armen seiner Mutter.
B2 adjective /ɪkˈsploʊsɪv/

explosive

explosiv
Meaning
able to cause an explosion; likely to burst out suddenly
Example
The situation became explosive after the argument.
Die Situation wurde explosiv nach dem Streit.
B2 verb /ˈkʌltɪveɪt/

cultivate

kultivieren
Meaning
to grow crops or plants; to develop or improve something
Example
Farmers cultivate rice in the paddy fields.
Landwirte kultivieren Reis auf den Reisfeldern.
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 /ˈvælɪdeɪt/

validate

validieren
Meaning
To check or prove the accuracy, truth, or legality of something.
Example
The scientist worked hard to validate the experiment's results.
Der Wissenschaftler hat hart gearbeitet, um die Ergebnisse des Experiments zu validieren.
B2 noun /ˌstɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

stimulation

Stimulation
Meaning
The action of arousing interest, enthusiasm, or excitement.
Example
Stimulation reduces stress and aids relaxation.
Stimulation verringert Stress und hilft bei der Entspannung.
B2 noun (plural) /ˈɑːrtɪˌfæks/

artifacts

Artefakte
Meaning
objects made by humans, often of historical or cultural importance
Example
Archaeologists discovered valuable artifacts in the ruins.
Archäologen entdeckten wertvolle Artefakte in den Ruinen.
B2 noun, verb /bɒb/

bob

auf und ab wippen
Meaning
a short sudden movement up and down; to move quickly up and down
Example
The small boat began to bob on the waves.
Das kleine Boot begann auf den Wellen zu wippen.
B2 noun /ˈæməzɒn/

amazon

starke Frau
Meaning
A tall, strong, or powerful woman.
Example
She fought like an amazon in the competition.
Sie kämpfte wie eine Amazone im Wettbewerb.
B2 adjective /sə'spɪʃ.əs/

Suspicious

verdächtig; zweifelhaft
Meaning
having or showing distrust; doubtful; questionable
Example
The police found his behavior very suspicious.
Die Polizei fand sein Verhalten sehr verdächtig.
B2 noun /ˌkɑː.bəʊˈhaɪ.dreɪts/

carbohydrates

Kohlenhydrate
Meaning
Organic compounds consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, serving as a primary source of energy for the body.
Example
Whole grains are a great source of healthy carbohydrates.
Vollkornprodukte sind eine großartige Quelle für gesunde Kohlenhydrate.
B2 verb /ˈfæsən/

fasten

befestigen
Meaning
To attach or secure something firmly in place
Example
Please fasten your seatbelt before the plane takes off.
Bitte schnallen Sie sich vor dem Start des Flugzeugs an.
B2 verb /ˈreɡjəleɪt/

regulate

regulieren
Meaning
to control or maintain according to rules or laws
Example
The government regulates food safety.
Die Regierung reguliert die Lebensmittelsicherheit.
B2 adverb /ˈnæʃənəli/

nationally

landesweit
Meaning
at the level of a whole nation; in a way that involves or affects an entire country
Example
The policy was implemented nationally to ensure equal benefits for all citizens.
Die Politik wurde landesweit umgesetzt, um gleiche Vorteile für alle Bürger zu gewährleisten.
B2 verb /ˌkoʊ.ɪnˈsaɪd/

coincide

zusammenfallen
Meaning
To occur at the same time or to be in agreement.
Example
The meeting coincided with her birthday.
Das Treffen fiel mit ihrem Geburtstag zusammen.
B2 noun /ˈfeð.ər/

Feather

Vogel Feder
Meaning
one of the light structures that cover a bird's body
Example
The peacock has beautiful colorful feathers.
Der Pfau hat wunderschöne bunte Federn.
B2 adjective /plʌmp/

plump

dick oder rund
Meaning
having a full, rounded shape; pleasantly fat
Example
The cat was plump and well-fed.
Die Katze war dick und gut genährt.
B2 noun /ˈbæk.boʊn/

Backbone

Wirbelsäule
Meaning
the series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the pelvis; spine
Example
He injured his backbone in the accident.
Er hat sich bei dem Unfall die Wirbelsäule verletzt.
B2 noun /ˈkaʊntərˌpɑːrt/

counterpart

Gegenstück
Meaning
a person or thing that corresponds to or has the same function as another
Example
The CEO met with his counterpart in the partner company.
Der CEO traf sich mit seinem Gegenstück im Partnerunternehmen.
B2 adjective /hɪˈlɛəriəs/

hilarious

extrem lustig
Meaning
Extremely funny or amusing.
Example
The comedian told a hilarious story that had everyone laughing.
Der Komiker erzählte eine extrem lustige Geschichte, die alle zum Lachen brachte.
B2 noun/verb /ɡʌt/

gut

Bauch / Mut
Meaning
The stomach or belly; also used for courage, instinct, or to remove the inside of something.
Example
He had the guts to stand up for his beliefs.
Er hatte den Mut, für seine Überzeugungen einzutreten.
B2 adjective /ˈræp.ɪd/

Rapid

schnell; zügig; rasch;
Meaning
happening in a short time or at a fast pace
Example
The rapid growth of technology has changed our daily lives.
Das schnelle Wachstum der Technologie hat unser tägliches Leben verändert.
B2 noun /ˈnɒvəlɪst/

novelist

romanautor
Meaning
a person who writes novels
Example
The novelist spent years writing his new book.
Der Romanautor verbrachte Jahre damit, sein neues Buch zu schreiben.
B2 noun /kənˌtɪn.juˈeɪ.ʃən/

continuation

Fortsetzung
Meaning
the action of carrying something on over time; extension
Example
The continuation of the series was announced after the finale.
Die Fortsetzung der Serie wurde nach dem Finale angekündigt.
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 /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 /liːk/

Leek

Lauch
Meaning
vegetable related to onion with long green leaves and white bulb, milder than onion
Example
The soup was made with potatoes and leeks.
Die Suppe wurde mit Kartoffeln und Lauch gemacht.
B2 noun /ˈprɒbləm ˈsɒlvɪŋ/

problem-solving

Problemlösung
Meaning
The process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues.
Example
Problem-solving skills are key to leadership.
Problemlösungsfähigkeiten sind der Schlüssel zur Führung.
B2 adjective /ˌsen.tɪˈmen.təl/

Sentimental

sentimental
Meaning
having tender feelings; being emotional about memories or experiences
Example
She became sentimental when looking at old family photographs.
Sie wurde sentimental, als sie alte Familienfotos ansah.
B2 adjective /əˈdʒʌstəbəl/

Adjustable

verstellbar; anpassbar; justierbar;
Meaning
নিয়মযোগ্য; পরিবর্তন-সাধ্য; সমন্বয়যোগ্য;
Example
This chair has an adjustable height feature.
Dieser Stuhl hat eine verstellbare Höhe.
B2 noun /ˈvæn.ɪ.ti/

Vanity

Eitelkeit
Meaning
excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements; the quality of being worthless or pointless
Example
Her vanity made her spend hours looking at herself in the mirror.
Ihre Eitelkeit ließ sie Stunden im Spiegel verbringen.
B2 adjective /ˈklɪn.ɪ.kəl/

clinical

klinisch
Meaning
Related to the observation and treatment of patients rather than theoretical study.
Example
The doctor conducted a clinical examination.
Der Arzt führte eine klinische Untersuchung durch.
B2 noun /ˈdraɪv.weɪ/

driveway

Einfahrt
Meaning
a short private road leading from a street to a house or garage
Example
The car was parked in the driveway next to the garden.
Das Auto war in der Einfahrt neben dem Garten geparkt.
B2 verb /ˈdɪkteɪt/

dictate

diktieren
Meaning
to say words aloud for someone to write down; to give orders
Example
The boss dictates letters to his secretary.
Der Chef diktiert Briefe an seinen Sekretär.
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, verb /tæɡ/

tag

Etikett
Meaning
a label attached to something for identification or information; or to attach such a label
Example
She tagged her luggage before boarding the plane.
Sie hat ihr Gepäck vor dem Einsteigen ins Flugzeug markiert.
B2 adjective /əˈsɜːr.tɪv/

Assertive

durchsetzungsfähig; selbstbewusst
Meaning
confident and forceful; having a strong personality
Example
She is very assertive when speaking in meetings.
Sie ist sehr assertiv, wenn sie in Besprechungen spricht.
B2 adjective /ɪkˈstɪr.i.ər/

Exterior

Außenbereich; äußere; äußere Oberfläche
Meaning
relating to the outside part or surface of something; outer
Example
The exterior of the building was painted in bright colors.
Die Außenansicht des Gebäudes war in hellen Farben gestrichen.
B2 adverb /ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/

subsequently

anschließend
Meaning
at a later time; afterward
Example
He failed his exam and subsequently had to retake it.
Er hat seine Prüfung nicht bestanden und musste sie anschließend wiederholen.
B2 verb /sæk/

sack

entlassen
Meaning
to dismiss from a job; to put something in a sack
Example
The company sacked him for poor performance.
Das Unternehmen hat ihn wegen schlechter Leistung entlassen.
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 /məˌnɪp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

manipulation

Manipulation
Meaning
The action of manipulating someone or something in a skillful manner; handling or controlling in a subtle, unfair, or unscrupulous way.
Example
Media manipulation influences public opinion.
Medienmanipulation beeinflusst die öffentliche Meinung.
B2 noun /əˈfens/

Offence

Verstoß; Straftat; Angriff
Meaning
a breach of law or rule; an annoyance or resentment
Example
Stealing is a serious offence punishable by law.
Diebstahl ist ein schweres Vergehen, das gesetzlich bestraft wird.
B2 verb /prɪˈzjuːm/

presume

vermuten
Meaning
To suppose something is true without proof; to take for granted.
Example
I presume she has already left for the meeting.
Ich nehme an, dass sie bereits zur Besprechung gegangen ist.
B2 noun /ˈstɑːrt.ʌp/

startup

Neues Unternehmen
Meaning
A newly established business, especially a small technology or business company that is just beginning operations.
Example
The startup secured funding from investors.
Das Startup sicherte sich Finanzmittel von Investoren.
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 noun, verb /blæst/

blast

Explosion, starker Schlag
Meaning
a strong gust of wind, an explosion, or a loud sound; to destroy or shatter by explosion
Example
The explosion sent a powerful blast through the building.
Die Explosion schickte einen kräftigen Schlag durch das Gebäude.
B2 adjective /ˈpɒlɪʃt/

polished

poliert, raffiniert und elegant
Meaning
refined, sophisticated, and elegant in appearance or behavior
Example
She gave a polished performance at the recital.
Sie gab eine polierte Vorstellung beim Recital.
B2 noun /waɪt ænt/

White-Ant

weiße Ameise
Meaning
a small social insect that lives in colonies and feeds on wood and plant matter
Example
White ants damaged the wooden furniture in our house.
Weiße Ameisen haben die Holzmöbel in unserem Haus beschädigt.
B2 verb /nɪt/

knit

stricken
Meaning
To make clothes or fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with needles.
Example
She loves to knit scarves for her friends during the winter.
Sie liebt es, Schals für ihre Freunde im Winter zu stricken.
B2 adjective /ˈθɔːtfəl/

thoughtful

nachdenklich
Meaning
showing careful consideration or attention
Example
She gave a thoughtful response to every question asked.
Sie gab eine nachdenkliche Antwort auf jede gestellte Frage.
B2 verb /ɪnˈfɛkt/

infect

infizieren
Meaning
To contaminate with a disease-causing organism.
Example
The virus can infect healthy people quickly.
Das Virus kann gesunde Menschen schnell infizieren.
B2 noun /ˈkiːɒsk/

kiosk

Kiosk
Meaning
A small, open-fronted hut or cubicle from which newspapers, refreshments, tickets, etc., are sold.
Example
She bought a bottle of water from the kiosk near the station.
Sie kaufte eine Flasche Wasser am Kiosk in der Nähe des Bahnhofs.
B2 adjective /prɪˈdɒmɪnənt/

predominant

vorherrschend
Meaning
Having superior strength, influence, or authority; most common or noticeable.
Example
The predominant color in the painting is blue.
Die vorherrschende Farbe in dem Bild ist Blau.
B2 adjective /kəʊˈɒpərətɪv/

cooperative

kooperativ
Meaning
willing to work or act together with others for a common purpose
Example
She was very cooperative during the interview process.
Sie war während des Interviews sehr kooperativ.
B2 verb /əˈlɛdʒ/

allege

behaupten
Meaning
to claim or assert something, typically without proof
Example
The witness alleged that the man was at the crime scene.
Der Zeuge behauptete, dass der Mann am Tatort war.
B2 noun /səˈnɛərioʊ/

scenario

mögliche Situation
Meaning
a possible situation or sequence of events
Example
The company prepared for the worst-case scenario.
Das Unternehmen bereitete sich auf das schlimmste Szenario vor.
B2 noun ˈwɪl.paʊər

willpower

Willenskraft
Meaning
The ability to control your thoughts and actions in order to achieve what you want to do.
Example
Strong willpower is essential for achieving long-term goals.
Starke Willenskraft ist entscheidend, um langfristige Ziele zu erreichen.
B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈɡoʊ/

undergo

durchmachen
Meaning
to go through something, especially something unpleasant or difficult
Example
She had to undergo surgery to recover.
Sie musste sich einer Operation unterziehen, um sich zu erholen.
B2 verb /ˈræl.i/

rally

sich versammeln / sich wieder stärken
Meaning
to come together for a common purpose or to recover strength or spirit
Example
The team rallied after halftime and won the match.
Das Team kämpfte sich nach der Halbzeit zurück und gewann das Spiel.
B2 verb /bɪˈfrɛnd/

befriend

sich anfreunden
Meaning
to act as a friend to someone; to make friends with
Example
She befriended the new student at school.
Sie freundete sich mit dem neuen Schüler in der Schule an.
B2 adjective /aɪˈrɒnɪkəl/

ironical

ironisch
Meaning
expressing irony; having the nature of irony
Example
Her ironical tone made everyone uncomfortable.
Ihr ironischer Ton machte alle unwohl.
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 /əˈbjuːsɪv/

abusive

missbräuchlich / schädlich verbal oder physisch
Meaning
extremely offensive or insulting; involving physical or verbal harm
Example
She left her job because of her abusive boss.
Sie hat ihren Job wegen ihres missbräuchlichen Chefs verlassen.
B2 adjective /ˌʌnˈnoʊ.tɪst/

Unnoticed

unbemerkt; ignoriert
Meaning
not seen or observed; ignored
Example
His hard work went unnoticed by his manager.
Seine harte Arbeit blieb vom Manager unbeachtet.
B2 noun, adjective, adverb /ˌnɔːrθˈwest/

northwest

Nordwest
Meaning
the direction that is between north and west; situated in or moving toward this direction
Example
Seattle is located in the northwest of the United States.
Seattle liegt im Nordwesten der Vereinigten Staaten.
B2 adjective /ˈæbsəluːt/

absolute

absolut
Meaning
total, complete, or without restriction
Example
The dictator had absolute power over the nation.
Der Diktator hatte absolute Macht über die Nation.
B2 adjective /ˈkwɑːn.tɪ.teɪ.tɪv/

Quantitative

quantitativ
Meaning
relating to quantity or amount; expressed in terms of numbers or measurements
Example
The study provides quantitative evidence of climate change effects.
Die Studie liefert quantitative Beweise für die Auswirkungen des Klimawandels.
B2 noun /dɪsˈmeɪ/

Dismay

Bestürzung; Alarm
Meaning
concern and distress caused by something unexpected; consternation or alarm
Example
To our dismay, the concert was cancelled due to severe weather conditions.
Zu unserer Bestürzung wurde das Konzert aufgrund schwerer Wetterbedingungen abgesagt.
B2 adjective /aɪˈdentɪkəl/

Identical

identisch; genau gleich
Meaning
exactly the same; not different in any way
Example
The twins look completely identical to each other.
Die Zwillinge sehen völlig identisch aus.
B2 adjective /ɪˈmjuːn/

immune

immunisiert
Meaning
protected from disease or from the effects of something
Example
Children who are vaccinated are immune to many diseases.
Kinder, die geimpft sind, sind gegen viele Krankheiten immun.
B2 noun /ˌkɔr.əˈspɑn.dəns/

Correspondence

Korrespondenz; Ähnlichkeit oder Gleichwertigkeit; Kommunikation durch den Austausch von Briefen
Meaning
letters sent or received; similarity or equivalence; communication by exchange of letters
Example
The historical correspondence between the two famous writers was recently published.
Die historische Korrespondenz zwischen den beiden berühmten Schriftstellern wurde kürzlich veröffentlicht.
B2 adjective /ˈɪmpæktfʊl/

impactful

wirksam
Meaning
Having a major impact or effect; powerful and forceful.
Example
Her impactful speech moved the audience to take action.
Ihre wirksame Rede bewegte das Publikum, Maßnahmen zu ergreifen.
B2 noun /mɪnt/

Mint

Minze; Münzhaus
Meaning
An aromatic plant used for flavoring; also a place where money is manufactured
Example
She added fresh mint leaves to the tea for a refreshing taste.
Sie fügte frische Minzblätter zum Tee hinzu, um ihm einen erfrischenden Geschmack zu verleihen.
B2 noun /ˈleð.ər/

Leather

Leder
Meaning
animal skin that has been treated to preserve it and make it suitable for use
Example
He bought a leather jacket from the store.
Er kaufte eine Lederjacke im Laden.
B2 verb /skreɪp/

scrape

abkratzen, schürfen
Meaning
to remove or damage the surface of something by rubbing or scratching; to collect something by effort
Example
He scraped his knee while playing football.
Er hat sich das Knie auf dem Fußballplatz aufgeschürft.
B2 noun /kənˈsɪstənsi/

consistency

Konsistenz, Gleichmäßigkeit
Meaning
The quality of always behaving or performing in a similar way; uniformity.
Example
Consistency in quality is key to customer satisfaction.
Konsistenz in der Qualität ist der Schlüssel zur Kundenzufriedenheit.
B2 noun /meɪz/

Maize

Mais
Meaning
a tall cereal plant bearing large grains on a cob; corn
Example
Farmers in the region grow maize as their primary crop for both food and animal feed.
Landwirte in der Region bauen Mais als Hauptkultur sowohl für Nahrungsmittel als auch für Tierfutter an.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈsuːtəbl/

Unsuitable

ungeeignet; unangemessen
Meaning
not fitting or appropriate for a particular purpose or situation
Example
This formal dress is unsuitable for a casual beach party.
Dieses formelle Kleid ist ungeeignet für eine lockere Strandparty.
B2 noun/verb /ˈfɒs.tər.ɪŋ/

fostering

Förderung
Meaning
The process of encouraging or promoting the development or growth of something; nurturing and caring for.
Example
Good teachers play a key role in fostering creativity in students.
Gute Lehrer spielen eine Schlüsselrolle bei der Förderung der Kreativität von Schülern.
B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈskɔːr/

underscore

unterstreichen
Meaning
to emphasize or highlight something
Example
The incident underscored the need for better safety measures.
Der Vorfall unterstrich die Notwendigkeit besserer Sicherheitsmaßnahmen.
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.
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 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.