A2 verb /tʌtʃ/

touch

berühren

Meaning

to put your hand or finger on something; to make physical contact

Example

Please don't touch the wet paint.

Bitte berühren Sie nicht die nasse Farbe.

C2 noun /ˈɪmɪˌteɪtər/

imitator

Nachahmer

Meaning

a person who copies the behavior, style, or actions of others

Example

He became famous as an imitator of popular singers.

Er wurde als Nachahmer beliebter Sänger berühmt.

C1 noun /dɪˈsiːt/

Deceit

Betrug; Täuschung; Lüge

Meaning

the action or practice of deceiving someone by concealing or misrepresenting the truth

Example

His deceit was discovered when the truth about his qualifications came to light.

Sein Betrug wurde entdeckt, als die Wahrheit über seine Qualifikationen ans Licht kam.

C2 verb /ˈvɪvɪfaɪ/

vivify

belebend

Meaning

to give life or energy to something; to animate or enliven

Example

The teacher’s enthusiasm helped vivify the boring lecture.

Die Begeisterung des Lehrers half, den langweiligen Vortrag zu beleben.

A2 noun /saɪt/

sight

Sicht

Meaning

the ability to see or something that is seen

Example

The sight of the sunset took her breath away.

Der Anblick des Sonnenuntergangs verschlug ihr den Atem.

C1 noun rɪˈdɛmpʃən

redemption

Erlösung

Meaning

The action of saving or being saved from sin, error, or evil.

Example

The story highlights the theme of redemption.

Die Geschichte hebt das Thema der Erlösung hervor.

C2 verb /ɛnˈfrænˌtʃaɪz/

enfranchise

Glück

Meaning

To grant the right to vote or other rights of citizenship.

Example

The new law enfranchised thousands of people.

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

C2 adjective /ˈæməˌtɔːri/

amatory

liebesbezogen

Meaning

Relating to or expressing sexual love.

Example

The poet’s verses were filled with amatory themes.

Die Verse des Dichters waren voll von liebesbezogenen Themen.

B2 noun /ˈdɪpləmæt/

diplomat

Diplomat

Meaning

An official representing a country abroad; a person skilled in dealing with people tactfully.

Example

The diplomat negotiated a peace agreement.

Der Diplomat verhandelte ein Friedensabkommen.

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.

C2 noun /ˈbɛlfri/

belfry

Glockenturm

Meaning

A bell tower, especially one attached to a church or building.

Example

The church belfry housed a large bronze bell.

Der Glockenturm der Kirche beherbergte eine große Bronzeglocke.

C2 adjective /ɑːrˈbɔːr.i.əl/

arboreal

baumbezogen

Meaning

Relating to trees or living in trees; tree-dwelling.

Example

Monkeys are arboreal animals that spend most of their time in trees.

Affe sind baumbewohnende Tiere, die den größten Teil ihrer Zeit in Bäumen verbringen.

C2 noun /əˈpɒstəsi/

apostasy

Apostasie

Meaning

The abandonment or renunciation of a religious or political belief.

Example

His public apostasy shocked his followers.

Seine öffentliche Apostasie schockierte seine Anhänger.

A2 noun /skwɛə(r)/

square

Quadrat

Meaning

a shape with four equal straight sides and four right angles

Example

The table has a square shape.

Der Tisch hat eine quadratische Form.

B2 verb /dɪˈfaɪ/

defy

widersetzen

Meaning

to openly resist or refuse to obey someone or something; to challenge or dare someone to do something

Example

The protesters continued to defy the government's ban on public gatherings.

Die Demonstranten widersetzten sich weiterhin dem Regierungsbann auf öffentliche Versammlungen.

C1 verb /pərˈteɪn/

pertain

betreffen

Meaning

to relate or have reference to something

Example

The rules pertain to all students in the school.

Die Regeln betreffen alle Schüler in der Schule.

C1 adjective /ˈdjuːtɪfəl/

Dutiful

pflichtbewusst; respektvoll; gehorsam

Meaning

conscientiously fulfilling one's duty; obedient; respectful

Example

She is a dutiful daughter who always helps her parents.

Sie ist eine pflichtbewusste Tochter, die ihren Eltern immer hilft.

B2 noun /ˌmɛθəˈdɑlədʒi/

methodology

methodologie

Meaning

A system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity.

Example

The research was conducted using a new methodology.

Die Forschung wurde unter Verwendung einer neuen Methodologie durchgeführt.

C1 noun kəˈmɛns.mənt

commencement

Beginn

Meaning

The beginning of something; a ceremony at which degrees or diplomas are conferred on graduating students.

Example

The commencement ceremony marked the start of a new journey.

Die Abschlussfeier markierte den Beginn einer neuen Reise.

C1 adjective /ˈdʒuː.bɪ.lənt/

jubilant

jubelnd

Meaning

feeling or expressing great happiness and joy

Example

The team was jubilant after winning the championship.

Das Team war jubelnd, nachdem es die Meisterschaft gewonnen hatte.

C2 noun /ˈɛkwɪpɪdʒ/

equipage

Ausstattung oder eine Kutsche mit Zubehör

Meaning

Equipment or a carriage with its accessories.

Example

The nobleman arrived in a grand equipage.

Der Adel kam in einer großen Kutsche an.

B2 adjective /ˌmænˈmeɪd/

manmade

vom Menschen gemacht

Meaning

something created or built by humans rather than occurring naturally

Example

This lake is manmade, not natural.

Dieser See ist vom Menschen gemacht, nicht natürlich.

C1 noun /əˈtaɪər/

attire

Kleidung

Meaning

Clothing, especially formal or elegant wear.

Example

She wore traditional attire at the wedding ceremony.

Sie trug traditionelle Kleidung bei der Hochzeitszeremonie.

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.

C2 noun /sɜːrˈsiːs/

surcease

Beendigung

Meaning

a temporary or final ending or stopping of something

Example

The noise finally came to a surcease after midnight.

Der Lärm kam schließlich nach Mitternacht zu einer Beendigung.

B1 noun /ˈpɑr.səl/

Parcel

Paket; Paket Landstück

Meaning

an object or collection of objects wrapped in paper for carrying or sending by mail; a piece of land

Example

The postman delivered a parcel to our door.

Der Postbote lieferte ein Paket an unsere Tür.

C2 adjective /ˈvɪndɪkətɔːri/

vindicatory

verteidigend

Meaning

Serving to justify, clear of blame, or defend.

Example

His vindicatory remarks restored his reputation.

Seine verteidigenden Bemerkungen stellten seinen Ruf wieder her.

B1 noun, verb /skiːm/

scheme

Plan / Verschwörung

Meaning

a plan or arrangement, especially one that is secret or dishonest

Example

They devised a scheme to cheat investors.

Sie entwickelten einen Plan, um Investoren zu betrügen.

C1 noun /ˈtriːkəl/

treacle

dicker, süßer Sirup

Meaning

A thick, sweet syrup; excessively sentimental speech or writing.

Example

She poured treacle over the pancakes.

Sie goss den Sirup über die Pfannkuchen.

C2 adjective /ɪmˈpælpəbəl/

impalpable

unfühlbar

Meaning

unable to be felt by touch; difficult to grasp or understand

Example

There was an impalpable sense of fear in the room.

Es gab ein unfühlbares Gefühl der Angst im Raum.

C1 noun /iːl/

Eel

Aal

Meaning

a long, snake-like fish that lives in both fresh and salt water

Example

The electric eel can generate powerful electric shocks.

Der Zitteraal kann starke elektrische Schläge erzeugen.

C1 adjective /aɪˈreɪt/

irate

zornig

Meaning

Extremely angry.

Example

The customer became irate after waiting for hours.

Der Kunde wurde zornig, nachdem er stundenlang gewartet hatte.

C1 noun/verb /dɪsˈdeɪn/

disdain

Verachtung

Meaning

The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of respect; to regard with contempt.

Example

She looked at the messy room with open disdain.

Sie betrachtete das unordentliche Zimmer mit Verachtung.

B2 adjective səˈsteɪ.nə.bəl

sustainable

nachhaltig

Meaning

Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level; conserving an ecological balance.

Example

Sustainable practices mitigate environmental impact.

Nachhaltige Praktiken verringern die Umweltbelastung.

B1 noun, verb /ˈmɒnɪtər/

monitor

Monitor, überwachen

Meaning

to observe and check the progress or quality of something; also a device that displays information

Example

The teacher monitors the students during the exam.

Der Lehrer überwacht die Schüler während der Prüfung.

C2 noun /ˈjoʊkəl/

yokel

Landei

Meaning

An uneducated and unsophisticated person from the countryside; a bumpkin.

Example

The city folks laughed at the yokel's simple ways.

Die Stadtbewohner lachten über die einfachen Wege des Landeis.

C2 noun /ˈkæbəˌlɪzəm/

cabalism

Kabalismus

Meaning

The doctrines, practices, or secretive dealings of a cabal.

Example

The historian wrote extensively about cabalism in the royal court.

Der Historiker schrieb ausführlich über Kabalismus am königlichen Hof.

A2 noun /ˈtel.ɪˌvɪʒ.ən/

Television

Fernsehen

Meaning

an electronic device for receiving and displaying television broadcasts

Example

My family watches television together every evening.

Meine Familie schaut jeden Abend zusammen fern.

A1 noun /ˈɡrændˌmʌðər/

grandmother

Großmutter

Meaning

the mother of one's father or mother

Example

My grandmother makes delicious cakes.

Meine Großmutter macht leckere Kuchen.

C2 noun /skæd/

scad

Scad Fisch

Meaning

A type of fish of the jack family; also informally means a large number or quantity.

Example

The fisherman caught a scad in the net.

Der Fischer fing einen Scad im Netz.

C1 noun /bəˈbuːn/

Baboon

Pavian

Meaning

a large African and Arabian primate with a dog-like snout and colorful buttocks

Example

The baboon troop gathered around the watering hole in the savanna.

Die Pavian-Gruppe versammelte sich um das Wasserloch in der Savanne.

C2 noun /praɪˈveɪʃən/

privation

Entbehrung, Mangel

Meaning

A state in which things essential for human well-being such as food and warmth are lacking.

Example

The refugees suffered great privation during the harsh winter.

Die Flüchtlinge litten unter großer Entbehrung während des harten Winters.

B2 adverb /ˈəʊvəli/

overly

übermäßig

Meaning

to an excessive degree or extent

Example

She was overly concerned about the results.

Sie war übermäßig besorgt über die Ergebnisse.

C1 noun /klaʊt/

clout

Einfluss

Meaning

influence or power, especially in politics or business

Example

The businessman has a lot of political clout.

Der Geschäftsmann hat viel politischen Einfluss.

B2 adjective /ɪɡˈzɔː.stɪd/

exhausted

erschöpft

Meaning

Extremely tired; having no energy left.

Example

Feeling exhausted after waking up is common.

Sich nach dem Aufwachen erschöpft zu fühlen, ist üblich.

B2 verb /ˈstrɛŋkθən/

strengthen

verstärken

Meaning

To make or become stronger.

Example

Communication can strengthen bonds between people.

Kommunikation kann die Bindungen zwischen Menschen stärken.

C1 verb ˈplʌmɪtɪŋ

plummeting

plötzlicher Rückgang

Meaning

Falling or dropping suddenly and steeply; decreasing rapidly

Example

The fertility rate in Bangladesh is plummeting.

Die Fertilitätsrate in Bangladesch sinkt rapide.

C1 noun /rɪˈdʌn.dəns/

Redundance

Redundanz

Meaning

the state of being not or no longer needed or useful; superfluous repetition of information

Example

The document contained redundance that made it unnecessarily long.

Das Dokument enthielt Redundanz, die es unnötig lang machte.

C1 verb /ɪnˈdaʊ/

endow

ausstatten

Meaning

To provide with a quality, ability, or gift; to donate funds for a purpose.

Example

The university was endowed with a generous donation.

Die Universität wurde mit einer großzügigen Spende ausgestattet.

B1 noun /pruːf/

proof

Beweis

Meaning

evidence or argument establishing a fact or the truth of a statement

Example

The detective presented proof of the suspect's guilt.

Der Detektiv präsentierte den Beweis für die Schuld des Verdächtigen.

B2 adjective /ˌhaɪ ˈtɛk/

high-tech

High-Tech

Meaning

using or involving advanced technology.

Example

The company produces high-tech medical devices.

Das Unternehmen produziert High-Tech-Medizinprodukte.

C2 noun /ˈlɪŋ.ɡwə/

lingua

Sprache

Meaning

A language, especially one used for communication among people.

Example

English has become a global lingua for business and science.

Englisch ist eine globale Sprache für Wirtschaft und Wissenschaft geworden.

A2 adjective /ˈɛvrideɪ/

everyday

alltäglich

Meaning

common or ordinary; occurring daily

Example

These shoes are perfect for everyday use.

Diese Schuhe sind perfekt für den täglichen Gebrauch.

C2 noun /ˌrɛtəˈrɪʃən/

rhetorician

Rhetoriker

Meaning

A person who is skilled in the art of rhetoric or persuasive speaking/writing.

Example

The rhetorician captivated the audience with his eloquence.

Der Rhetoriker fesselte das Publikum mit seiner Eloquenz.

C1 adjective /swɑːv/

suave

charmant und elegant

Meaning

charming, confident, and elegant, often in a smooth or polished way

Example

He was a suave gentleman who impressed everyone at the party.

Er war ein eleganter Gentleman, der alle auf der Party beeindruckte.

B2 noun sliːp ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən

sleep deprivation

Schlafmangel

Meaning

The condition of not having enough sleep; lack of adequate sleep.

Example

Sleep deprivation can severely impact mental health.

Schlafmangel kann die geistige Gesundheit schwerwiegend beeinträchtigen.

A2 adverb /ˈɒnɪstli/

honestly

ehrlich

Meaning

in a truthful, sincere, or fair way

Example

She spoke honestly about her mistakes.

Sie sprach ehrlich über ihre Fehler.

C2 noun /ˈænʒənuː/

ingenue

unschuldige junge Frau

Meaning

an innocent, naïve young woman, especially as represented in literature or theater

Example

She played the role of the ingénue in the play with great charm.

Sie spielte die Rolle der unschuldigen jungen Frau im Stück mit viel Charme.

C1 noun /ˈmɛm.wɑːr/

memoir

Memoiren

Meaning

A historical account or autobiography written from personal experience.

Example

The author’s memoir details her journey through hardship and success.

Die Memoiren der Autorin schildern ihre Reise durch Schwierigkeiten und Erfolge.

C1 adjective /ˈmæn.li/

Manly

männlich; mutig; tapfer

Meaning

having qualities traditionally associated with men; brave; courageous

Example

He showed manly courage during the crisis.

Er zeigte männlichen Mut während der Krise.

A2 noun /tʃæns/

chance

Chance

Meaning

An opportunity or possibility of something happening.

Example

He took a chance and applied for the job.

Er hat eine Chance ergriffen und sich für den Job beworben.

B1 noun ˈklaɪ.mət tʃeɪndʒ

climate change

Klimawandel

Meaning

A change in global or regional climate patterns, attributed largely to the increased levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide produced by the use of fossil fuels.

Example

Climate change is causing more natural disasters.

Der Klimawandel verursacht mehr Naturkatastrophen.

B1 adjective /prɪˈsaɪs/

precise

genau

Meaning

Marked by exactness and accuracy of expression or detail.

Example

She gave precise instructions for the experiment.

Sie gab genaue Anweisungen für das Experiment.

C1 adjective /ɪmˈpjʊər/

Impure

unrein

Meaning

contaminated; not clean; mixed with foreign substances

Example

The impure water caused health problems in the village.

Das unreine Wasser verursachte Gesundheitsprobleme im Dorf.

C1 adjective /ˌpærəˈdɒksɪkəl/

paradoxical

paradox

Meaning

Seemingly contradictory or opposed to common sense, yet possibly true.

Example

It is paradoxical that standing is often more tiring than walking.

Es ist paradox, dass Stehen oft anstrengender ist als Gehen.

C1 noun /ˈblɛm.ɪʃ/

blemish

Makel

Meaning

A small mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something.

Example

The mirror had a small blemish on the surface.

Der Spiegel hatte einen kleinen Makel auf der Oberfläche.

C1 adjective dɒɡˈmæt.ɪk

dogmatic

dogmatisch

Meaning

Being inclined to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true; characterized by arrogant assertion of unproven principles.

Example

His dogmatic approach to politics made discussions difficult.

Sein dogmatischer Ansatz in der Politik erschwerte die Diskussionen.

C1 noun /ˌɑːsɪˈleɪʃən/

oscillation

Oszillation

Meaning

The movement back and forth at a regular speed.

Example

The oscillation of the pendulum controls the clock.

Die Oszillation des Pendels steuert die Uhr.

C1 noun /ˈsteɪtəs kwoʊ/

status quo

Status quo

Meaning

The existing state of affairs, especially regarding social or political issues.

Example

The government decided to maintain the status quo until further review.

Die Regierung entschied, den Status quo bis zur weiteren Überprüfung beizubehalten.

B2 noun /ˈɪn.vɔɪs/

Invoice

Rechnung

Meaning

a list of goods sent or services provided, with a statement of the sum due for these

Example

The company sent an invoice for the office supplies delivered last week.

Das Unternehmen schickte eine Rechnung für die letzte Woche gelieferten Bürobedarf.

C1 noun /tɪnt/

tint

Färbung

Meaning

a slight shade or variation of a color

Example

The walls were painted white with a slight blue tint.

Die Wände wurden weiß mit einem leichten blauen Tint gestrichen.

C1 noun /ˈhɛrətɪk/

heretic

Häretiker

Meaning

a person who holds beliefs that go against established religious teachings or accepted beliefs.

Example

The church declared him a heretic for his radical ideas.

Die Kirche erklärte ihn wegen seiner radikalen Ideen für einen Häretiker.

B2 adjective /wiː/

wee

sehr klein

Meaning

very small in size; tiny

Example

She gave me a wee smile before leaving.

Sie gab mir ein kleines Lächeln, bevor sie ging.

C1 verb /bɪˈlɪtl/

belittle

herabsetzen

Meaning

To make someone or something seem less important or less valuable.

Example

He often belittled his coworkers to feel superior.

Er machte oft seine Kollegen klein, um sich überlegen zu fühlen.

A2 adjective /ˈbrɪtɪʃ/

british

britisch

Meaning

relating to Great Britain or its people

Example

She loves British culture and traditions.

Sie liebt die britische Kultur und Traditionen.

C2 adjective /ˈɡæŋ.ɡli/

gangly

groß und unbeholfen

Meaning

Tall, thin, and awkward in movement or appearance.

Example

The gangly teenager stumbled while trying to dance.

Der unbeholfene Teenager stolperte, während er versuchte zu tanzen.

B1 noun /ˈsɜːr.kəmˌsˌtæn.sɪz/

Circumstances

Umstände

Meaning

the conditions that affect a situation, action, or event; facts or conditions connected with or relevant to an event

Example

Under normal circumstances, she would have arrived by now.

Unter normalen Umständen wäre sie bereits angekommen.

C1 adjective ɪnˈsaɪ.sɪv

incisive

scharfsinnig

Meaning

Intelligently analytical and clear-thinking; showing clear thought and good understanding of what is important.

Example

His incisive comments revealed the core issues.

Seine scharfsinnigen Kommentare enthüllten die Kernprobleme.

C1 noun /ˈlʌstər/

luster

Glanz

Meaning

a gentle sheen or soft glow, especially from a polished surface

Example

The diamond had a brilliant luster.

Der Diamant hatte einen brillanten Glanz.

A2 adjective /əˈtræk.tɪv/

Attractive

attraktiv

Meaning

pleasing or appealing to the senses; having a quality that draws interest

Example

The garden looks very attractive in spring.

Der Garten sieht im Frühling sehr attraktiv aus.

C2 noun /ɪˌlɛkˈtrɑː.lə.sɪs/

electrolysis

Elektrolyse

Meaning

A chemical decomposition produced by passing an electric current through a liquid or solution.

Example

Electrolysis is used to separate hydrogen from water.

Elektrolyse wird verwendet, um Wasserstoff aus Wasser zu trennen.

C2 adjective /ˈfædɪʃ/

faddish

vorübergehender Mode

Meaning

Following a temporary trend or fashion

Example

Wearing neon clothes was a faddish style in the 1980s.

Neon-Kleidung zu tragen war in den 1980er Jahren ein fädiger Stil.

C2 adjective /ɪˈnɪmɪkəl/

inimical

feindlich / ungünstig

Meaning

tending to obstruct or harm; unfriendly or hostile

Example

The policy was inimical to the country's economic growth.

Die Politik war ungünstig für das Wirtschaftswachstum des Landes.

A2 noun /dɪˈsɪʒ.ən/

Decision

Entscheidung

Meaning

a conclusion or resolution reached after consideration; the action of deciding

Example

Making the right decision required careful analysis of all available options.

Die richtige Entscheidung zu treffen, erforderte eine sorgfältige Analyse aller verfügbaren Optionen.

C1 noun /ˈæptɪˌtjuːd/

aptitude

Fähigkeit

Meaning

a natural ability or talent to do something well

Example

She has a strong aptitude for learning new languages.

Sie hat eine starke Fähigkeit, neue Sprachen zu lernen.

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.

C2 noun /ˈfrɛʃɪt/

freshet

plötzliche Überflutung des Flusses

Meaning

A sudden overflow of a stream or river caused by heavy rain or melting snow.

Example

After the storm, the river turned into a raging freshet.

Nach dem Sturm verwandelte sich der Fluss in einen wilden Freshet.

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.

C2 adjective /ˈdɪfɪdənt/

diffident

schüchtern

Meaning

Shy or lacking confidence in one's own abilities.

Example

He was too diffident to ask a question in class.

Er war zu schüchtern, um im Unterricht eine Frage zu stellen.

C1 noun ˈpær.ə.daɪm

paradigm

Paradigma

Meaning

A typical example or pattern of something; a model or framework for understanding or approaching something.

Example

The paradigm of education is changing with digital technology.

Das Paradigma der Bildung verändert sich mit digitaler Technologie.

C1 verb ɪˈræd.ɪ.keɪt

eradicate

ausrotten

Meaning

To destroy completely; to put an end to something undesirable.

Example

Vaccination programs help eradicate infectious diseases.

Impfprogramme helfen, ansteckende Krankheiten zu eradizieren.

B2 noun, verb /stiːm/

steam

Dampf

Meaning

the vapor into which water is converted when heated; to emit or treat with steam

Example

The kettle was steaming on the stove.

Der Wasserkocher dampfte auf dem Herd.

C2 adjective /ˈmiːzli/

measly

winzig

Meaning

contemptibly small or insignificant

Example

He was paid a measly sum for the hard work.

Er wurde für die harte Arbeit mit einem winzigen Betrag bezahlt.

C2 adjective /ˌɪɡ.nəˈmɪn.i.əs/

ignominious

ignominös

Meaning

Marked by shame, disgrace, or humiliation.

Example

The team suffered an ignominious defeat in the finals.

Das Team erlitt eine ignominöse Niederlage im Finale.

B2 noun /ɪnˈdʌstriəl ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən/

Industrial Revolution

Industrielle Revolution

Meaning

The rapid development of industry that occurred in Britain in the late 18th and 19th centuries, brought about by the introduction of machinery and characterized by the use of steam power and the growth of factories.

Example

The Industrial Revolution marked a shift in production processes.

Die industrielle Revolution markierte einen Wandel in den Produktionsprozessen.

C1 adjective /ˈskrɔːni/

scrawny

dürr

Meaning

very thin and bony, often looking unhealthy

Example

The scrawny boy could barely lift the heavy bag.

Der dürr Junge konnte die schwere Tasche kaum heben.

B2 noun /ˈfoʊ.bi.ə/

Phobia

irrational Angst; Abneigung

Meaning

an extreme or irrational fear of or aversion to something

Example

She has a phobia of spiders.

Sie hat eine Phobie vor Spinnen.

C2 adjective /ˈlaɪbələs/

libelous

verleumderisch

Meaning

containing or constituting a false published statement that damages a person's reputation

Example

The article was found to be libelous and had to be retracted.

Der Artikel wurde als verleumderisch befunden und musste zurückgezogen werden.

C1 noun /pæŋ/

pang

ein plötzlicher scharfer Schmerz oder emotionaler Stress

Meaning

a sudden sharp feeling of pain or emotional distress

Example

She felt a pang of guilt after the argument.

Sie fühlte einen pang von Schuld nach dem Streit.

C1 noun /səˈlɛmnɪti/

solemnity

Seriosität

Meaning

the state or quality of being serious and dignified

Example

The ceremony was conducted with great solemnity.

Die Zeremonie wurde mit großer Seriosität durchgeführt.

B1 verb /kəˈmænd/

command

Befehl

Meaning

to give an order authoritatively; to control or direct

Example

The general commanded the soldiers to move forward.

Der General befahl den Soldaten, nach vorne zu gehen.

C2 verb /ˈræm.ɪ.faɪ/

ramify

sich verzweigen

Meaning

to spread or branch out into divisions or subdivisions.

Example

The river ramifies into several smaller streams.

Der Fluss verzweigt sich in mehrere kleinere Bäche.

B1 noun /bloʊ/

Blow

Schlag; ein kräftiger Schlag mit der Hand, einer Waffe oder einem harten Objekt

Meaning

a powerful stroke with a hand, weapon, or hard object

Example

The boxer delivered a devastating blow to his opponent.

Der Boxer landete einen verheerenden Schlag auf seinen Gegner.

C2 noun /əˈluː.vi.əm/

alluvium

Alluvium

Meaning

Fertile soil deposited by flowing water, especially in riverbanks.

Example

The alluvium in riverbanks is highly fertile for agriculture.

Das Alluvium an den Flussufern ist sehr fruchtbar für die Landwirtschaft.

B2 adjective /ˈɛv.ə.ɡriːn/

evergreen

immergrün

Meaning

Remaining green and functional throughout the year; not shedding leaves seasonally.

Example

Evergreen trees like pine and fir stay green year-round.

Immergrüne Bäume wie Kiefern und Tannen bleiben das ganze Jahr über grün.

C2 adjective /ˈmɜːrkəntaɪl/

mercantile

handellich

Meaning

related to trade or commerce

Example

The city grew rapidly due to its mercantile activities.

Die Stadt wuchs schnell aufgrund ihrer handellichen Aktivitäten.

C1 noun /ˈɛər.luːm/

heirloom

Erbstück

Meaning

a valuable object that has belonged to a family for several generations

Example

The ring is a family heirloom passed down from her grandmother.

Der Ring ist ein Erbstück der Familie, das von ihrer Großmutter überliefert wurde.

C1 adjective /ˈten.tə.tɪv/

Tentative

vorläufig; unsicher

Meaning

not certain or fixed; provisional; hesitant or unsure

Example

We made tentative plans to meet next week.

Wir haben vorläufige Pläne gemacht, uns nächste Woche zu treffen.

C2 adjective /ˈɡʌstəˌtɔːri/

gustatory

gustatorisch

Meaning

relating to the sense of taste

Example

The restaurant offered a gustatory experience unlike any other.

Das Restaurant bot ein einzigartiges gustatorisches Erlebnis.

A2 adjective /ˈreɪ.ni/

Rainy

regnerisch

Meaning

characterized by rain; wet from rain; having much rain

Example

It was a rainy day, so we stayed indoors.

Es war ein regnerischer Tag, also blieben wir drinnen.

C1 verb প্রিসিপিটেট

precipitate

niederschlagen

Meaning

To fall from the sky as rain, snow, or other forms of water.

Example

Vapor precipitates as rain in warmer climates.

Dampf niederschlägt sich als Regen in wärmeren Klimazonen.

C2 adjective /ˌkɒn.tjʊˈmeɪ.ʃəs/

contumacious

rebellisch, ungehorsam

Meaning

stubbornly disobedient or rebellious

Example

The contumacious student refused to follow the school rules.

Der rebellische Schüler weigerte sich, die Schulregeln zu befolgen.

B2 noun /ˈfeɪ.lɪŋ/

Failing

Scheitern; Fehler; Schwäche

Meaning

a weakness, especially in a person's character; a fault

Example

His only failing is that he talks too much during meetings.

Sein einziges Scheitern ist, dass er während der Besprechungen zu viel redet.

C2 noun /ˈplɔːdɪt/

plaudit

Lob

Meaning

an expression of praise or approval

Meaning

a structure where ships are loaded, unloaded, or repaired

Example

The ship stayed at the dock for two days.

Das Schiff blieb zwei Tage im Dock.

C1 noun /əˈsem.bli ˈseʃ.ən/

assembly session

Versammlungssitzung

Meaning

A formal meeting where representatives gather to discuss and make decisions on important matters.

Example

The assembly session discussed global challenges.

Die Versammlungssitzung diskutierte globale Herausforderungen.