B2 noun trænˈzɪʃ.ən

transition

Übergang

Meaning

The process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another.

Example

The transition from fossil fuels to renewables is vital.

Der Übergang von fossilen Brennstoffen zu erneuerbaren Energien ist entscheidend.

B2 noun /ˈhoʊmlænd/

homeland

Heimatland

Meaning

a person's native country or region

Example

She returned to her homeland after ten years abroad.

Sie kehrte nach zehn Jahren im Ausland in ihr Heimatland zurück.

B2 noun /ˈɔːkʃən/

Auction

Auktion

Meaning

a public sale in which goods or property are sold to the highest bidder

Example

The antique furniture was sold at an auction last weekend.

Die antiken Möbel wurden letzte Woche bei einer Auktion verkauft.

B2 noun /kənˈvɪk.ʃən/

conviction

Überzeugung

Meaning

A firmly held belief or opinion.

Example

She spoke with conviction, making everyone believe her.

Sie sprach mit Überzeugung, sodass jeder ihr glaubte.

B2 noun /ˈprɛfəs/

preface

Vorwort

Meaning

an introduction to a book, speech, or other written work

Example

The author explained his motivation in the preface.

Der Autor erklärte seine Motivation im Vorwort.

B2 verb /ˈkeɪtər/

cater

anbieten

Meaning

To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.

Example

The company catered the wedding reception.

Das Unternehmen hat das Hochzeitsessen zubereitet.

B2 verb /kənˈstrʌkt/

construct

bauen

Meaning

to build or form something by putting parts together

Example

They plan to construct a new bridge over the river.

Sie planen, eine neue Brücke über den Fluss zu bauen.

B2 adjective /ˈɡlɔːr.i.əs/

Glorious

glorreich; berühmt;

Meaning

magnificent; famous; having great beauty or splendor

Example

The sunset was absolutely glorious.

Der Sonnenuntergang war absolut glorios.

B2 adjective /ˈspiː.di/

Speedy

schnell; rasch; flink;

Meaning

moving or happening quickly; fast

Example

The speedy delivery service arrived within an hour.

Der schnelle Lieferservice kam innerhalb einer Stunde an.

B2 noun /ˈkæp.tɪv/

Captive

gefangen

Meaning

a person who has been taken prisoner or an animal that has been confined

Example

The captive was held in a small cell for several months.

Der Gefangene wurde mehrere Monate in einer kleinen Zelle gehalten.

B2 adjective /ɪmˈplɪsɪt/

implicit

implizit

Meaning

Suggested or understood without being directly stated.

Example

Her trust in him was implicit.

Ihr Vertrauen in ihn war implizit.

B2 adjective /əˈten.tɪv/

Attentive

aufmerksam; wachsam; aufmerksam

Meaning

careful to pay attention; alert and observant

Example

The attentive student listened carefully to every word the teacher said.

Der aufmerksame Schüler hörte sorgfältig auf jedes Wort, das der Lehrer sagte.

B2 noun /oʊk/

oak

Eiche

Meaning

a large tree that produces acorns and has strong, hard wood

Example

The old oak tree provided shade for the entire yard.

Der alte Eichenbaum spendete Schatten für den ganzen Garten.

B2 adjective /hɪˈstɛrɪkəl/

hysterical

hysterisch oder emotional unkontrollierbar

Meaning

Extremely funny or uncontrollably emotional.

Example

The comedian's jokes were absolutely hysterical.

Die Witze des Komikers waren absolut hysterisch.

B2 noun /beɪs/

bass

tiefe Männerstimme / Bassgitarre

Meaning

the lowest adult male singing voice; also, low-frequency sounds in music or a type of fish

Example

He played the bass guitar at the concert.

Er spielte die Bassgitarre beim Konzert.

B2 adjective ˌkɒm.prɪˈhen.sɪv

comprehensive

umfassend

Meaning

Including or dealing with all or nearly all elements or aspects of something; complete and thorough.

Example

A comprehensive study enhances understanding.

Eine umfassende Studie fördert das Verständnis.

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊʃəbəl/

Sociable

gesellig; freundlich; extrovertiert

Meaning

friendly and enjoys being with other people; outgoing

Example

She is very sociable and makes friends easily.

Sie ist sehr gesellig und findet leicht Freunde.

B2 noun /hʌm/

Hum

brummen

Meaning

a low continuous sound; to make a low continuous droning sound

Example

The constant hum of the air conditioner helped her fall asleep peacefully.

Das ständige Brummen der Klimaanlage half ihr, friedlich einzuschlafen.

B2 verb, noun /stæb/

stab

erstechen

Meaning

to pierce or wound with a pointed weapon or object

Example

He was stabbed in the back during the altercation.

Er wurde während des Streits in den Rücken gestochen.

B2 verb /θraɪv/

thrive

gedeihen

Meaning

to grow, develop, or be successful

Example

Small businesses can thrive with proper support.

Kleine Unternehmen können mit der richtigen Unterstützung gedeihen.

B2 adjective /hɑːrˈmoʊ.ni.əs/

harmonious

harmonisch, abgestimmt, einheitlich

Meaning

Characterized by agreement or concord; forming a pleasing or consistent whole.

Example

A harmonious work environment boosts productivity.

Ein harmonisches Arbeitsumfeld steigert die Produktivität.

B2 noun /ˈmæstərpiːs/

Masterpiece

Meisterwerk

Meaning

A work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship

Example

The Mona Lisa is considered one of the greatest masterpieces of all time.

Das Mona Lisa gilt als eines der größten Meisterwerke aller Zeiten.

B2 noun /ˈweɪtˌlɪftɪŋ/

weightlifting

Gewichtheben

Meaning

the sport or activity of lifting heavy weights to build strength and muscle

Example

Weightlifting requires discipline, proper technique, and consistent training.

Gewichtheben erfordert Disziplin und die richtige Technik.

B2 noun /soʊl/

Sole

Fußsohle; Schuhsohle

Meaning

the bottom part of the foot; the bottom part of a shoe

Example

I have a blister on the sole of my foot.

Ich habe eine Blase an der Sohle meines Fußes.

B2 adjective ˈeθ.ɪ.kəl

ethical

ethisch

Meaning

Relating to moral principles or the branch of knowledge dealing with these.

Example

Ethical considerations guide decisions.

Ethische Überlegungen leiten Entscheidungen.

B2 noun /ˌɪmɪˈɡreɪʃən/

immigration

Einwanderung

Meaning

the action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country

Example

Immigration policies vary from country to country.

Die Immigrationspolitik variiert von Land zu Land.

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 /hʊd/

Hood

Kapuze

Meaning

the expandable neck region of certain snakes like cobras; a covering for the head

Example

The cobra spread its hood when it felt threatened.

Die Kobra verbreitete ihren Kopf, als sie sich bedroht fühlte.

B2 noun /ˈɡɑː.mənt/

garment

Kleidungsstück

Meaning

An item of clothing.

Example

She bought a new garment for the party.

Sie kaufte ein neues Kleidungsstück für die Party.

B2 noun /ˈɑp.tə.mɪst/

Optimist

Meaning

a person who tends to be hopeful and confident about the future; someone who sees the good side of things

Example

As an optimist, she always believed things would improve.

Als Optimist glaubte sie immer, dass sich die Dinge verbessern würden.

B2 adjective ɪˈmɜː.sɪv

immersive

immersiv

Meaning

Providing, involving, or characterized by deep absorption or immersion in something.

Example

Virtual reality creates an immersive learning environment.

Virtuelle Realität schafft eine immersive Lernumgebung.

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 /ˈaɪ.sə.leɪt/

isolate

isolieren

Meaning

To separate something or someone from others.

Example

Doctors tried to isolate the patient to prevent the spread of infection.

Die Ärzte versuchten, den Patienten zu isolieren, um die Ausbreitung der Infektion zu verhindern.

B2 verb /ɡrænt/

grant

gewähren

Meaning

to give or allow someone to have; to admit or agree

Example

The university granted him a scholarship.

Die Universität gewährte ihm ein Stipendium.

B2 noun /ˈʒɑːn.rə/

genre

Genre

Meaning

a style or category of art, music, or literature

Example

Romance is her favorite genre of movies.

Romantik ist ihr Lieblingsgenre bei Filmen.

B2 adjective /ˈfeɪvərəbl/

favourable

günstig

Meaning

Expressing approval, support, or positivity; advantageous or beneficial

Example

The weather conditions were favourable for the outdoor event.

Die Wetterbedingungen waren günstig für die Veranstaltung im Freien.

B2 adjective /ˈneɪvəl/

naval

marine

Meaning

relating to a country's navy or military ships

Example

The country invested heavily in naval defense.

Das Land investierte stark in die marine Verteidigung.

B2 noun /pəˈzeʃ.ən/

Possession

besitz; eigentum; kontrolle

Meaning

something that belongs to someone; the state of having or owning something

Example

The house has been in their family's possession for generations.

Das Haus ist seit Generationen im Besitz ihrer Familie.

B2 noun/verb ˈven.tʃər

venture

risikoreiches Unternehmen, Unternehmung, sich wagen

Meaning

A risky or daring journey or undertaking; a business enterprise involving considerable risk.

Example

His new venture into e-commerce proved successful.

Sein neues Unternehmen im E-Commerce war erfolgreich.

B2 noun /ˌsuːpərˈvɪʒən/

supervision

Überwachung

Meaning

the action or process of overseeing or managing something or someone

Example

The project was completed under the supervision of an experienced manager.

Das Projekt wurde unter der Aufsicht eines erfahrenen Managers abgeschlossen.

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 noun /jel/

Yell

Schrei; Gebrüll; Aufschrei

Meaning

a loud, sharp cry of pain, surprise, or delight; to shout loudly

Example

He let out a yell when he saw the spider.

Er ließ einen Schrei los, als er die Spinne sah.

B2 verb praɪˈɒraɪtaɪz

prioritize

priorisieren

Meaning

To designate or treat something as more important than other things

Example

Prioritize your tasks to stay efficient.

Priorisieren Sie Ihre Aufgaben, um effizient zu bleiben.

B2 noun /kəmˈpæʃ.ən/

Compassion

Mitleid

Meaning

sympathetic concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others; deep awareness of suffering with a desire to help

Example

She showed great compassion towards the homeless children by providing them food and shelter.

Sie zeigte große Mitleid gegenüber den obdachlosen Kindern, indem sie ihnen Nahrung und Unterkunft gab.

B2 verb /ˈpjʊərɪfaɪ/

purify

reinigen

Meaning

to make clean or pure; to remove impurities

Example

This filter will purify the water effectively.

Dieser Filter wird das Wasser effektiv reinigen.

B2 noun /biːm/

beam

Strahl / Balken

Meaning

a ray or shaft of light; a long piece of wood or metal used to support weight

Example

A beam of sunlight entered through the window.

Ein Strahl Sonnenlicht trat durch das Fenster ein.

B2 adverb /ɪkˈstɛnsɪvli/

extensively

umfassend

Meaning

in a thorough or wide-ranging manner

Example

She traveled extensively across Europe for her research.

Sie reiste umfassend durch Europa für ihre Forschung.

B2 verb /ˈklærɪfaɪ/

clarify

klären

Meaning

to make clear; to explain more clearly

Example

The teacher clarifies the difficult concept.

Der Lehrer klärt das schwierige Konzept.

B2 adjective /ˈtrɪviəl/

trivial

Meaning

Of little value or importance.

Example

He often gets upset over the most trivial matters.

Er ärgert sich oft über die trivialsten Dinge.

B2 noun /ˌɛdɪˈtɔːriəl/

editorial

Leitartikel

Meaning

A newspaper article expressing the opinion of the editor or publisher.

Example

The newspaper published an editorial criticizing government policy.

Die Zeitung veröffentlichte einen Leitartikel, der die Politik der Regierung kritisierte.

B2 noun /ˈkɒpɪraɪt/

copyright

Urheberrecht

Meaning

the legal right of the creator of a work to control its use and distribution

Example

She holds the copyright for the book.

Sie hält das Urheberrecht für das Buch.

B2 noun /beɪ/

Bay

Bucht

Meaning

a broad inlet of the sea where the land curves inward

Example

The boats are anchored in the bay.

Die Boote sind in der Bucht verankert.

B2 verb /dɪˈvoʊt/

devote

widmen

Meaning

to give time, effort, or resources to something

Example

She devotes much of her time to helping the poor.

Sie widmet einen großen Teil ihrer Zeit der Hilfe für die Armen.

B2 noun /əkˌsɛs.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

accessibility

Zugänglichkeit

Meaning

Accessibility or availability, easy availability of any place or service.

Example

Improved accessibility helps people with disabilities.

Verbesserte Zugänglichkeit hilft Menschen mit Behinderungen.

B2 adjective ˌɪnɪˈfɛktɪv

ineffective

ineffektiv

Meaning

Not producing any significant or desired effect; not achieving the intended result.

Example

Rote learning often proves to be ineffective.

Auswendiglernen erweist sich oft als ineffektiv.

B2 adverb /ˌoʊvərˈnaɪt/

Overnight

über Nacht; plötzlich; sehr schnell

Meaning

during the night; suddenly; very quickly

Example

The city was transformed overnight.

Die Stadt wurde über Nacht verwandelt.

B2 noun ˈbʌtərflaɪ ˌpɒpjəˈleɪʃən

Butterfly Population

Schmetterlingspopulation

Meaning

The total number of butterflies in a particular area or ecosystem.

Example

The butterfly population is declining due to habitat loss.

Die Schmetterlingspopulation nimmt aufgrund des Verlusts des Lebensraums ab.

B2 noun

Patriot

B2 noun ˌkɒn.ekˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

connectivity

Konnektivität

Meaning

The state of being connected or interconnected; the capacity for the interconnection of platforms, systems, and applications.

Example

Improved connectivity boosts economic development.

Verbesserte Konnektivität fördert die wirtschaftliche Entwicklung.

B2 verb /pərˈsɪst/

persist

durchhalten

Meaning

to continue firmly in an action or opinion despite difficulty or opposition

Example

She decided to persist in her efforts to learn French.

Sie entschied sich, in ihren Bemühungen, Französisch zu lernen, durchzuhalten.

B2 noun /ɪnˈdʒɛkʃən/

injection

Injektion

Meaning

the act of introducing a substance into the body through a needle

Example

The nurse gave me an injection to prevent the infection.

Die Krankenschwester gab mir eine Injektion, um die Infektion zu verhindern.

B2 adjective /ˌædvənˈteɪdʒəs/

Advantageous

vorteilhaft; günstig; lukrativ

Meaning

beneficial; favorable; profitable

Example

This position offers advantageous opportunities for career growth.

Diese Position bietet vorteilhafte Möglichkeiten für berufliches Wachstum.

B2 noun, verb /ˌɪnkənˈviːniəns/

inconvenience

Unannehmlichkeit

Meaning

trouble or difficulty caused to someone; to cause trouble or difficulty to someone

Example

We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the delay.

Wir entschuldigen uns für jede durch die Verzögerung verursachte Unannehmlichkeit.

B2 adjective /rɪˈflektɪv/

Reflective

nachdenklich; besinnlich; in der Lage, Licht oder Bilder zu reflektieren

Meaning

thoughtful; contemplative; able to reflect light or images

Example

After the meeting, he was in a reflective mood.

Nach dem Treffen war er in einer nachdenklichen Stimmung.

B2 adverb /ˌɪndəˈrɛktli/

indirectly

indirekt

Meaning

in a way that is not direct; through an intermediate means or influence

Example

The policy affected small businesses indirectly.

Die Politik beeinflusste kleine Unternehmen indirekt.

B2 noun, adjective /ˈsoʊʃəlɪst/

socialist

Sozialist

Meaning

a person who advocates for socialism; relating to socialism

Example

He is a well-known socialist writer.

Er ist ein bekannter sozialistischer Schriftsteller.

B2 noun səbˈstænʃəl ˈɪmpækt

substantial impact

substanzieller Einfluss

Meaning

A significant, considerable, and meaningful effect or influence.

Example

Substantial impact is possible even with a few hours of volunteering.

Ein substanzieller Einfluss ist auch mit nur wenigen Stunden ehrenamtlicher Arbeit möglich.

B2 noun /hoʊm ˈdɪstrɪkt/

home district

Heimatbezirk

Meaning

the district where a person was born or originally comes from

Example

He returned to his home district after many years abroad.

Er kehrte nach vielen Jahren in seinen Heimatbezirk zurück.

B2 adjective /ˌɔːɡənaɪˈzeɪʃənəl/

organizational

organisatorisch

Meaning

relating to the structure or arrangement of a company or group

Example

He works on improving the organizational structure of the company.

Er arbeitet daran, die organisatorische Struktur des Unternehmens zu verbessern.

B2 noun /kʌb/

Cub

junger Bär

Meaning

a young bear, lion, tiger, or other large carnivorous mammal

Example

The bear cub stayed close to its mother for protection.

Das Bärenjunges blieb zum Schutz bei seiner Mutter.

B2 noun /jɔːn/

Yawn

Gähnen

Meaning

an involuntary opening of the mouth and inhalation of air due to tiredness or boredom

Example

She couldn't suppress a yawn during the boring lecture.

Sie konnte ein Gähnen während der langweiligen Vorlesung nicht unterdrücken.

B2 adjective /ˈsel.jə.lər/

Cellular

zellulär

Meaning

relating to cells; consisting of cells; relating to mobile phone technology

Example

Cellular technology has revolutionized communication.

Die Zelluläre Technologie hat die Kommunikation revolutioniert.

B2 adjective /ˈpraɪs.ləs/

Priceless

unbezahlbar; von unschätzbarem Wert

Meaning

extremely valuable; invaluable; beyond price

Example

Her grandmother's antique jewelry is absolutely priceless.

Der antike Schmuck ihrer Großmutter ist absolut unbezahlbar.

B2 verb /dɪˈspætʃ/

dispatch

verschicken

Meaning

to send off to a destination or for a purpose

Example

The company dispatched aid to the flood victims.

Das Unternehmen hat Hilfsgüter an die Überschwemmungsopfer gesendet.

B2 noun /ˈfrɪkʃən/

friction

Reibung

Meaning

the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another; conflict or tension between people or groups

Example

There was friction between the two departments over resource allocation.

Es gab Reibung zwischen den beiden Abteilungen bei der Ressourcenzuteilung.

B2 noun /prɒp/

prop

Requisit

Meaning

an object used on stage by actors during a performance; something that supports or holds up

Example

The actor forgot his prop on stage.

Der Schauspieler hat sein Requisit auf der Bühne vergessen.

B2 noun /ˌpiːdiəˈtrɪʃən/

pediatrician

Kinderarzt

Meaning

a doctor who specializes in the medical care of children

Example

The pediatrician examined the child carefully.

Der Kinderarzt untersuchte das Kind sorgfältig.

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 verb /rɪˈzɛmbəl/

resemble

ähneln

Meaning

to look like or be similar to something or someone

Example

She resembles her mother in both appearance and mannerisms.

Sie ähnelt ihrer Mutter sowohl im Aussehen als auch in ihren Manieren.

B2 verb /ɪnˈflɪkt/

inflict

zufügen

Meaning

to cause something unpleasant or painful to be suffered by someone or something

Example

The storm inflicted considerable damage to the city.

Der Sturm fügte der Stadt erheblichen Schaden zu.

B2 adjective /prəˈtɛktɪv/

protective

schützend

Meaning

giving or capable of giving protection; shielding from harm or danger

Example

She wore a protective helmet while riding her bike.

Sie trug beim Radfahren einen schützenden Helm.

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 adjective /ˌɛm.pəˈθɛ.tɪk/

empathetic

einfühlsam

Meaning

Showing ability to understand and share feelings of others.

Example

She was empathetic towards her friend's struggles.

Sie war einfühlsam gegenüber den Kämpfen ihrer Freundin.

B2 verb /flɜːrt/

flirt

flirten

Meaning

to behave as if you are attracted to someone, but not in a serious way

Example

She often flirts with her colleagues at work.

Sie flirtet oft mit ihren Kollegen bei der Arbeit.

B2 noun /ɪnˈfek.ʃən/

Infection

Infektion

Meaning

the process of infecting or the state of being infected; a disease caused by germs

Example

The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the bacterial infection in her throat.

Der Arzt verschrieb Antibiotika, um die bakterielle Infektion in ihrem Hals zu behandeln.

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 adjective /pəˈluː.tɪd/

polluted

verschmutzt

Meaning

Contaminated with harmful or poisonous substances.

Example

Polluted air causes severe health problems.

Verschmutzte Luft verursacht schwere Gesundheitsprobleme.

B2 adjective /ˈwʌrisəm/

Worrisome

besorgniserregend; beunruhigend

Meaning

causing anxiety or concern; troubling

Example

The student's declining grades were worrisome to his parents.

Die sinkenden Noten des Schülers waren besorgniserregend für seine Eltern.

B2 verb ˈwɜːrsən

worsen

verschlechtern

Meaning

To make or become worse; to deteriorate in quality, condition, or degree.

Example

Lack of education can worsen poverty levels.

Mangelnde Bildung kann die Armutsniveaus verschlechtern.

B2 noun /ˈstɔːrɪdʒ/

storage

Speicherung

Meaning

the action or method of storing something for future use

Example

The warehouse offers plenty of storage space.

Das Lagerhaus bietet viel Speicherplatz.

B2 verb /ˈɔː.tə.meɪt/

automate

automatisieren

Meaning

To make a process or system operate automatically by means of machines or computers.

Example

Many companies automate their processes to save time.

Viele Unternehmen automatisieren ihre Prozesse, um Zeit zu sparen.

B2 adjective ˈmɒn.ɪ.tri

monetary

monetär

Meaning

Relating to money or currency.

Example

The monetary implications are significant for investors.

Die monetären Implikationen sind für Investoren signifikant.

B2 noun /ɪˈliːt/ or /eɪˈliːt/

elite

Elite

Meaning

A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities.

Example

Only the elite were invited to the exclusive event.

Nur die Elite wurde zu der exklusiven Veranstaltung eingeladen.

B2 verb /səbˈskraɪb/

subscribe

Meaning

to pay to receive a service regularly; to agree with or support something

Example

I subscribe to several online magazines.

Ich abonniere mehrere Online-Magazine.

B2 noun ˈvɜː.tʃu.əl ˈklɑːs.ruːmz

virtual classrooms

virtuelle Klassenräume

Meaning

An online learning environment where teachers and students interact via digital platforms.

Example

Virtual classrooms enable remote learning for students worldwide.

Virtuelle Klassenräume ermöglichen das Fernlernen für Schüler weltweit.

B2 verb /əˈkjuːmjəleɪt/

accumulate

ansammeln

Meaning

to gather or collect things gradually over time

Example

She managed to accumulate a small fortune through wise investments.

Sie konnte durch kluge Investitionen ein kleines Vermögen ansammeln.

B2 noun ˈlɪv.ɪŋ ˈstæn.dədz

living standards

Lebensstandard

Meaning

The degree of wealth and material comfort available to a person or community; quality of life.

Example

High living standards improve satisfaction.

Hohe Lebensstandards verbessern die Zufriedenheit.

B2 verb baɪnd

bind

binden

Meaning

To tie, fasten, or hold together securely.

Example

This force binds quarks together.

Diese Kraft bindet Quarks zusammen.

B2 noun /ˌnɒməˈneɪʃən/

nomination

nominierung

Meaning

The act of formally proposing someone for a role, position, or award.

Example

Her nomination for the award surprised everyone.

Ihre Nominierung für den Preis überraschte alle.

B2 noun /ˈdæf.ə.dɪl/

Daffodil

Narzisse

Meaning

A bright yellow spring flower with a trumpet-shaped center, symbolizing rebirth and new beginnings

Example

The daffodils bloomed early this spring in the meadow.

Die Narzissen blühten früh in diesem Frühling auf der Wiese.

B2 verb /spreɪ/

spray

sprühen

Meaning

to apply liquid to something in a fine mist

Example

She sprayed perfume on her wrist before leaving.

Sie sprühte Parfüm auf ihr Handgelenk, bevor sie ging.

B2 noun /ˈtoʊ.kən/

token

Symbol / Jeton

Meaning

A symbol or object that represents something, often given as a sign of appreciation or as a substitute for money.

Example

She gave him a small gift as a token of gratitude.

Sie gab ihm ein kleines Geschenk als ein Token der Dankbarkeit.

B2 adverb /ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪkli/

economically

wirtschaftlich

Meaning

in a way that relates to economics or is efficient and not wasteful.

Example

The company is trying to operate more economically this year.

Das Unternehmen versucht, in diesem Jahr wirtschaftlicher zu arbeiten.

B2 verb /ɪkˈspoʊz/

expose

aufdecken

Meaning

to reveal or uncover; to make visible or known

Example

The investigation exposed the truth about the scandal.

Die Untersuchung deckte die Wahrheit über den Skandal auf.

B2 noun /ˈaʊt.saɪ.dər/

Out-sider

Außenseiter

Meaning

a person who does not belong to a particular group; someone not accepted by a group

Example

As an outsider, he found it difficult to understand their traditions.

Als Außenseiter fand er es schwierig, ihre Traditionen zu verstehen.

B2 noun /'ræd.ɪʃ/

Radish

Radieschen

Meaning

a small pungent edible root vegetable with white or red skin

Example

The farmer harvested fresh radishes from the garden.

Der Bauer erntete frische Radieschen aus dem Garten.

B2 noun /ˈɡreɪt.fəl.nəs/

Gratefulness

Dankbarkeit

Meaning

the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for kindness

Example

She expressed her gratefulness to the doctors who saved her life.

sie drückte ihre Dankbarkeit gegenüber den Ärzten aus, die ihr Leben gerettet haben.

B2 noun /mʌŋk/

Monk

Mönch

Meaning

a man who is a member of a religious community living under vows

Example

The monk spent hours in meditation each day.

Der Mönch verbrachte jeden Tag Stunden in der Meditation.

B2 noun /ɡaʊn/

Gown

Abendkleid

Meaning

a long dress, typically worn on formal occasions; a loose robe worn for comfort or in professional settings

Example

She looked elegant in her evening gown at the graduation ceremony.

Sie sah in ihrem Abendkleid bei der Abschlussfeier elegant aus.

B2 verb ˈsiːlɪŋ

sealing

versiegeln, schließen

Meaning

The action of closing or blocking something to prevent entry or escape.

Example

Sealing cracks in the walls can prevent pests from entering.

Das Versiegeln von Rissen in den Wänden kann verhindern, dass Schädlinge eindringen.

B2 noun /ˈskʌlp.tʃər/

Sculpture

Skulptur; Kunstwerke, die durch Schnitzen gemacht werden

Meaning

the art of making objects by carving; a work of art made by carving

Example

The museum displays ancient Greek sculpture.

Das Museum zeigt antike griechische Skulpturen.

B2 noun /ˈækjərəsi/

Accuracy

Genauigkeit; Präzision

Meaning

the quality of being correct or precise; exactness

Example

The accuracy of the measurements is very important.

Die Genauigkeit der Messungen ist sehr wichtig.

B2 noun /ˈbrɛkdaʊn/

breakdown

Panne

Meaning

a failure or collapse of a system or machinery

Example

The car had a breakdown on the highway.

Das Auto hatte auf der Autobahn eine Panne.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈædɪkwət/

inadequate

unzureichend

Meaning

Not sufficient or good enough.

Example

The funding was inadequate to complete the project.

Die Finanzierung war unzureichend, um das Projekt abzuschließen.

B2 verb /ˈreɪn.dʒɪŋ/

ranging

schwanken

Meaning

Extending or varying between limits.

Example

The temperatures are ranging from 15 to 30 degrees this week.

Die Temperaturen schwanken von 15 bis 30 Grad diese Woche.

B2 verb /dɪˈspaɪz/

despise

verachten

Meaning

to regard with contempt; to hate strongly

Example

She despises dishonesty in all its forms.

Sie verachtet Unehrlichkeit in allen Formen.

B2 verb /breɪd/

braid

flechten

Meaning

to weave together strands of hair or material

Example

She braided her hair before going to school.

Sie flechtete ihre Haare, bevor sie zur Schule ging.

B2 verb /ˈsɒfən/

soften

erweichen

Meaning

to make or become less hard, severe, or strong.

Example

Heat will soften the butter quickly.

Wärme wird die Butter schnell erweichen.

B2 noun /ˈfriː.kwən.si/

Frequency

Häufigkeit

Meaning

the rate at which something occurs or is repeated over a particular period of time

Example

The frequency of earthquakes in this region has increased dramatically over the past decade.

Die Häufigkeit von Erdbeben in dieser Region hat in den letzten zehn Jahren dramatisch zugenommen.

B2 adjective /slæk/

slack

locker

Meaning

not tight, firm, or busy; lacking tension or activity

Example

Business is slack during the rainy season.

Das Geschäft ist in der Regenzeit langsam.

B2 noun /kəˈrʌp.ʃən/

Corruption

korruption

Meaning

dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power; the process of decay or decomposition

Example

The government launched a campaign to fight corruption in public offices.

Die Regierung startete eine Kampagne zur Bekämpfung der Korruption in öffentlichen Ämtern.