C1 adjective /trænsˈluːsənt/

translucent

halbtransparent

Meaning

allowing light to pass through, but not clearly enough to see detailed images

Example

She placed the flower in a translucent vase.

Sie stellte die Blume in eine halbtransparente Vase.

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.

B2 noun /θred/

thread

Faden

Meaning

a long, thin strand of cotton, nylon, or other fibers used for sewing

Example

She used a red thread to sew the torn button back on.

Sie benutzte einen roten Faden, um den gerissenen Knopf wieder anzunähen.

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.

C1 verb/noun /ˈθrɒt.əl/

throttle

drosseln/geschwindigkeit kontrollieren

Meaning

To choke or strangle; to control the flow of fuel or power in an engine.

Example

The driver throttled the engine to slow down the car.

Der Fahrer drosselte den Motor, um das Auto zu verlangsamen.

B2 adjective /ˈtɪm.ɪd/

Timid

scheu; ängstlich

Meaning

shy and lacking confidence; easily frightened

Example

She was too timid to speak in public.

Sie war zu scheu, um in der Öffentlichkeit zu sprechen.

A1 pronoun /ðɛm/

them

sie

Meaning

used to refer to people or things previously mentioned or easily identified

Example

I saw them at the park yesterday.

Ich habe sie gestern im Park gesehen.

C2 noun /ˈtɜːrpɪtuːd/

turpitude

Verderbtheit

Meaning

depraved or wicked behavior or character

Example

The judge condemned the criminal’s act of moral turpitude.

Der Richter verurteilte die Handlung des moralischen Verderbens des Kriminellen.

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.

A1 noun /taʊn/

town

Stadt

Meaning

a human settlement smaller than a city

Example

The town was quiet on Sundays.

Die Stadt war sonntags ruhig.

B2 adjective /ˈtaɪm.li/

Timely

zeitgerecht; pünktlich

Meaning

happening at the right time; punctual

Example

His timely arrival saved the meeting.

Seine pünktliche Ankunft rettete das Treffen.

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.

C1 noun /ˈtæbloʊ/

tableau

Tableau

Meaning

a striking or artistic scene or arrangement of people or objects, often presented on stage or in art

Example

The actors froze in a tableau that captured the final moment of the play.

Die Schauspieler erstarrten in einem Tableau, das den letzten Moment des Stücks einfing.

C1 verb /ˈtæn.tə.laɪz/

tantalize

verführen

Meaning

To tease or torment someone with the promise of something desirable but unattainable.

Example

The aroma of the bakery tantalized the hungry children.

Das Aroma der Bäckerei verführte die hungrigen Kinder.

C1 adjective /ˈtɒrɪd/

torrid

sehr heiß und trocken; voller starker Emotionen oder Leidenschaft

Meaning

Very hot and dry; full of strong emotions or passion.

Example

The desert heat was torrid during the day.

Die Wüstenglut war tagsüber sehr heiß.

A1 adverb /təˈɡeðər/

Together

zusammen

Meaning

with each other; in unity; at the same time

Example

We should work together to solve this problem.

Wir sollten zusammenarbeiten, um dieses Problem zu lösen.

B2 noun /ˈter.ər/

Terror

terror; der Einsatz von Gewalt und Einschüchterung zu politischen Zwecken

Meaning

extreme fear; the use of violence and intimidation for political aims

Example

The loud explosion filled everyone with terror.

Die laute Explosion füllte alle mit Terror.

C1 noun /ˈtɒr.ənt/

Torrent

starker Strom; Stromschnelle

Meaning

a strong and fast-moving stream of water or other liquid; a sudden, violent, and copious outpouring

Example

The heavy rain created a torrent of water rushing down the mountain.

Der starke Regen schuf einen Strom von Wasser, der den Berg hinabfloss.

C2 adjective /ˈtrɛmjələs/

tremulous

zitternd

Meaning

shaking or quivering slightly, often from nervousness or weakness

Example

Her voice was tremulous as she gave her speech.

Ihre Stimme war zitternd, als sie ihre Rede hielt.

A1 adverb /ðɛn/

then

dann

Meaning

at that time; next in order of time or place

Example

We went to the park, and then we had lunch.

Wir gingen zum Park und danach haben wir zu Mittag gegessen.

A2 verb /ˈtrævəld/

traveled

reisen

Meaning

Went from one place to another, especially over a distance.

Example

They traveled to Antarctica with a large group.

Sie reisten mit einer großen Gruppe nach Antarktika.

A2 noun /ˈtaʊ.əl/

Towel

Handtuch

Meaning

a piece of absorbent cloth or paper used for wiping or drying

Example

She wrapped herself in a soft towel after the shower.

Sie wickelte sich nach der Dusche in ein weiches Handtuch.

C1 adjective /θiːˈmætɪk/

thematic

thematisch

Meaning

Relating to or based on a theme.

Example

The book is organized into thematic chapters.

Das Buch ist in thematische Kapitel unterteilt.

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.

C1 noun/verb /θrɒŋ/

throng

Menge

Meaning

A large, densely packed crowd of people or animals; to fill or be present in a place in large numbers.

Example

Tourists thronged the streets during the festival.

Touristen strömten während des Festivals die Straßen entlang.

A1 numeral /θriː/

three

drei

Meaning

the number equivalent to the sum of two and one

Example

She has three dogs at home.

Sie hat drei Hunde zu Hause.

A1 pronoun /ðæt/

that

das

Meaning

used to identify a specific person or thing observed or heard

Example

That is my book on the table.

Das ist mein Buch auf dem Tisch.

C1 noun /tɑːrˈpɔːlɪn/

tarpaulin

Plane

Meaning

A large sheet of strong, flexible, water-resistant material used for covering or protecting things.

Example

The workers used a tarpaulin to cover the construction materials from rain.

Die Arbeiter verwendeten eine Plane, um das Baumaterial vor dem Regen zu schuetzen.

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.

B2 noun /ˈten.ʃən/

Tension

Spannung

Meaning

mental or emotional strain; a strained state or condition

Example

The deadline created a lot of tension in the office.

Die Frist verursachte viel Spannung im Büro.

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.

C1 noun /ˈtoʊtəm/

totem

heiliges Symbol

Meaning

A natural object, animal, or symbol that is revered as a spiritual emblem by a group or tribe.

Example

The eagle is considered a sacred totem in many cultures.

Der Adler wird in vielen Kulturen als heiliges Totem angesehen.

C1 noun /trentʃ/

Trench

Graben

Meaning

a long, narrow ditch; a deep furrow in the ground, especially one used for military defense

Example

The soldiers dug a trench for protection during the battle.

Die Soldaten gruben einen Graben zum Schutz während der Schlacht.

B2 noun /ˈten.dən.si/

Tendency

tendenz

Meaning

an inclination toward a particular characteristic or type of behavior

Example

She has a tendency to arrive late for meetings.

Sie hat die Tendenz, zu spät zu den Besprechungen zu kommen.

C1 adjective /ˈteɪn.tɪd/

Tainted

kontaminiert; befleckt

Meaning

contaminated or affected by something bad or undesirable

Example

The water supply was tainted with harmful chemicals.

Die Wasserversorgung wurde mit schädlichen Chemikalien kontaminiert.

C2 noun /θroʊz/

throes

intensive Qual

Meaning

intense or violent pain and struggle, often at the beginning or end of something

Example

The country was in the throes of a political crisis.

Das Land war in den intensiven Qualen einer politischen Krise.

B2 noun /ˈten.ənt/

Tenant

Mieter

Meaning

a person who rents and occupies property owned by someone else

Example

The landlord met with the new tenant to sign the lease agreement.

Der Vermieter traf sich mit dem neuen Mieter, um den Mietvertrag zu unterschreiben.

C2 adjective /ˈtɪd.li/

Tiddley

leicht betrunken; klein oder winzig

Meaning

slightly drunk; small or tiny

Example

After a few drinks, he felt a bit tiddley.

Nach ein paar Drinks fühlte er sich ein bisschen tiddley.

A2 adjective /ˈtaɪ.ni/

Tiny

sehr klein; winzig

Meaning

extremely small in size or amount

Example

The baby bird was tiny and helpless.

Das Babyvögelchen war sehr klein und hilflos.

B2 adjective /ˈtruːθ.fəl/

Truthful

wahrheitsgemäß

Meaning

telling or expressing the truth; honest and sincere

Example

She was always truthful in her answers during the interview.

Sie war immer ehrlich in ihren Antworten während des Interviews.

A2 adjective /ˈtaɪərɪŋ/

tiring

anstrengend

Meaning

causing someone to feel exhausted or in need of rest

Example

The long journey was extremely tiring.

Die lange Reise war äußerst anstrengend.

A2 noun /ˈθɪŋkɪŋ/

thinking

Nachdenken

Meaning

the process of considering or reasoning about something

Example

Her thinking was clear and precise.

Ihr Nachdenken war klar und präzise.

B2 verb, noun /ˈtæk.əl/

tackle

lösen, stoppen

Meaning

to try to deal with or solve a difficult problem; to physically stop someone in sports by knocking them down

Example

The coach taught the players how to tackle properly.

Der Trainer zeigte den Spielern, wie man richtig tackelt.

C1 adjective /ˈtɛnəbl/

tenable

verteidigbar

Meaning

able to be defended or maintained against attack or objection

Example

His argument was strong and tenable in court.

Sein Argument war stark und verteidigbar vor Gericht.

C1 verb /θrɒb/

throb

pochen

Meaning

to beat or pulse strongly, often with pain

Example

His head began to throb after the long day.

Sein Kopf begann nach dem langen Tag zu pochen.

B2 adverb /ˈtaɪtli/

Tightly

fest; eng

Meaning

in a tight manner; firmly; securely

Example

Hold the rope tightly so you don't fall.

Halte das Seil fest, damit du nicht fällst.

C2 verb /trænzˈmjuːt/

transmute

transmutieren

Meaning

to change in form, nature, or substance

Example

Alchemy aimed to transmute lead into gold.

Alchemie versuchte, Blei in Gold zu transmutieren.

C1 noun /θiˈɒlədʒi/

theology

Theologie

Meaning

The study of the nature of God and religious beliefs.

Example

She is pursuing a degree in theology at the university.

Sie verfolgt einen Abschluss in Theologie an der Universität.

A2 noun /θɔːts/

thoughts

Gedanken

Meaning

An idea or opinion produced by thinking, or occurring suddenly in the mind.

Example

Focus your thoughts on positive outcomes.

Konzentriere deine Gedanken auf positive Ergebnisse.

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 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.

B2 noun /tɛkˈnɪʃən/

technician

Techniker

Meaning

a person skilled in the practical aspects of a particular science, art, or job

Example

The technician repaired the computer within an hour.

Der Techniker reparierte den Computer innerhalb einer Stunde.

B2 noun /ˈten.dər.nəs/

Tenderness

Zartheit

Meaning

gentleness and kindness; the quality of being easily hurt or damaged

Example

The mother showed great tenderness while caring for her sick child.

Die Mutter zeigte große Zartheit, als sie sich um ihr krankes Kind kümmerte.

B2 verb /ˈtrɪɡər/

trigger

auslösen

Meaning

To cause something to happen or start, often suddenly.

Example

The loud noise triggered the alarm system.

Der laute Lärm hat das Alarmsystem ausgelöst.

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.

A2 noun /ˈtaɪm.teɪ.bəl/

Timetable

fahrplan

Meaning

a schedule showing planned activities or events at particular times

Example

Please check the train timetable for departure times.

Bitte überprüfen Sie den Fahrplan des Zuges für die Abfahrtszeiten.

C1 adjective /ˈtæŋ.i/

tangy

scharf

Meaning

Having a strong, sharp, and pleasantly biting flavor or taste.

Example

The sauce had a tangy flavor that brightened the dish.

Die Soße hatte einen scharfen Geschmack, der das Gericht noch schmackhafter machte.

C1 adjective /tɛk ˈdrɪv.ən/

tech-driven

technologiegetrieben

Meaning

Powered or guided by technology; dependent on technological advancement for operation.

Example

The agricultural sector is becoming more tech-driven for higher efficiency.

Der Agrarsektor wird immer mehr technologiegetrieben, um eine höhere Effizienz zu erreichen.

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 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.

C1 noun /təˈpɒɡrəfi/

topography

Topographie

Meaning

the arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area

Example

The topography of the region made construction very challenging.

Die Topographie der Region machte den Bau sehr herausfordernd.

C2 adjective /tɛnˈdɛnʃəs/

tendentious

tendenziös

Meaning

Expressing or promoting a particular cause or point of view, often biased.

Example

The article was criticized for its tendentious tone.

Der Artikel wurde für seinen tendenziösen Ton kritisiert.

C1 noun /ˈtæm.ər.ɪnd/

Tamarind

tamarinde

Meaning

a brown tropical fruit with a tangy, sour taste used in cooking and beverages

Example

Tamarind is commonly used in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines for its sour flavor.

Tamarinde wird in der asiatischen und nahöstlichen Küche aufgrund seines säuerlichen Geschmacks häufig verwendet.

B2 adjective ˈtaɪmləs

timeless

zeitlos

Meaning

Not affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion.

Example

The timeless beauty of the painting has captivated art lovers for generations.

Die zeitlose Schönheit des Gemäldes hat Kunstliebhaber über Generationen hinweg fasziniert.

C2 noun /ˈtælɪzmən/

Meaning

Of little value or importance.

Example

He often gets upset over the most trivial matters.

Er ärgert sich oft über die trivialsten Dinge.

C1 verb /ˈtɛðər/

tether

anbinden

Meaning

To tie an animal with a rope or chain so it cannot move far.

Example

The farmer tethered the goat to a post.

Der Bauer band die Ziege an einen Pfosten.

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.

C1 adjective /trænsˈfɜːrəbəl/

Transferable

übertragbar

Meaning

able to be moved from one place to another; able to be given to someone else

Example

The skills you learn here are transferable to other jobs.

Die Fähigkeiten, die du hier erlernst, sind auf andere Jobs übertragbar.

C1 noun /ˈtæn.dəm/

Tandem

Tandemfahrrad

Meaning

a bicycle built for two riders, one behind the other

Example

The couple enjoyed riding their tandem bicycle through the park.

Das Paar genoss es, mit ihrem Tandemfahrrad durch den Park zu fahren.

C1 verb /ˈtrɪkl̩/

trickle

trickeln

Meaning

To flow or fall in a small, slow stream or drops.

Example

Water began to trickle down the wall after the heavy rain.

Nach dem starken Regen begann Wasser langsam die Wand herunter zu trickeln.

C1 verb /taʊt/

tout

anpreisen

Meaning

to promote, praise, or advertise aggressively

Example

The company touted its new product as a game-changer.

Das Unternehmen hat sein neues Produkt als einen Game-Changer angepriesen.

C2 noun /ˈtɒksɪn/

tocsin

Alarmglocke

Meaning

an alarm bell or signal; a warning that something bad is about to happen

Example

The data breach sounded a tocsin for stricter security.

Der Datenleck war ein Alarmglocke für strengere Sicherheitsvorkehrungen.

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.

C2 noun /tɛkˈnɒɡrəfi/

technography

Technographie

Meaning

the descriptive study or writing about the practical arts, technologies, or technical methods of a society

Example

The anthropologist specialized in technography to understand indigenous tool-making traditions.

Der Anthropologe spezialisierte sich auf Technographie, um die indigenen Traditionen der Werkzeugherstellung zu verstehen.

B2 noun /ˈtrɔːmə/

trauma

Trauma

Meaning

a deeply distressing or disturbing experience; physical injury or emotional shock

Example

The accident left her with lasting emotional trauma.

Der Unfall hinterließ bei ihr ein dauerhaftes emotionales Trauma.

C1 adjective /ˈtɛn.ju.əs/

tenuous

schwach / dünn

Meaning

Very weak, thin, or slight; lacking a strong basis.

Example

The evidence against him is quite tenuous.

Der Beweis gegen ihn ist ziemlich schwach.

C2 noun /tɪlθ/

tilth

Bodenbeschaffenheit (Eignung zum Pflanzen von Kulturen)

Meaning

The physical condition of soil in relation to its suitability for planting crops.

Example

The farmer checked the soil's tilth before planting the seeds.

Der Bauer überprüfte die Bodenbeschaffenheit, bevor er die Samen pflanzte.

B2 noun /taɪd/

Tide

gezeiten

Meaning

the alternate rising and falling of the sea, usually twice in each lunar day, due to the attraction of the moon and sun

Example

The fishermen waited for high tide to launch their boats.

Die Fischer warteten auf die Flut, um ihre Boote zu starten.

C1 adverb /ˌðɛrəˈbaʊt/

thereabout

ungefähr

Meaning

Approximately or around that place, amount, or time.

Example

The repairs will cost five hundred dollars or thereabout.

Die Reparaturen werden etwa fünfhundert Dollar kosten.

B2 noun ট্রপিক্যাল রিজিওনস

tropical regions

tropische Regionen

Meaning

Areas of the Earth near the equator characterized by warm temperatures.

Example

Bangladesh is located in tropical regions.

Bangladesch liegt in tropischen Regionen.

C2 adjective /ˈtrɛntʃənt/

trenchant

scharf

Meaning

expressed strongly, effectively, and clearly; sharp or cutting in style or expression

Example

Her trenchant criticism of the policy left no room for misunderstanding.

Ihre scharfe Kritik an der Politik ließ keinen Raum für Missverständnisse.

C1 adjective /ˈtæti/

tatty

abgenutzt

Meaning

Worn out, shabby, or in poor condition.

Example

The sofa looked old and tatty after years of use.

Das Sofa sah nach Jahren der Nutzung alt und abgenutzt aus.

C2 noun /ˈtruːɪzəm/

truism

Binsenweisheit

Meaning

a statement that is obviously true and says nothing new or interesting

Example

It is a truism that hard work leads to success.

Es ist eine Binsenweisheit, dass harte Arbeit zum Erfolg führt.

B2 noun /taɪˈfuːn/

typhoon

Taifun

Meaning

a tropical storm in the region of the Indian or western Pacific oceans

Example

The typhoon caused severe flooding in the coastal areas.

Der Taifun verursachte schwere Überschwemmungen in den Küstengebieten.

C1 adverb /ˈðɛərfɔːr/

therefor

dafür

Meaning

For that or for it.

Example

He received payment and gave a receipt therefor.

Er erhielt die Zahlung und gab einen Beleg dafür.

A2 noun /teɪl/

Tail

Schwanz

Meaning

the rear part of an animal that extends from the back or bottom

Example

The dog wagged its tail happily when it saw its owner.

Der Hund wedelte fröhlich mit seinem Schwanz, als er seinen Besitzer sah.

C1 noun /twɪndʒ/

twinge

scharfer Schmerz

Meaning

a sudden, sharp pain or an emotional pang

Example

He felt a twinge of guilt after lying to his friend.

Er fühlte einen scharfen Schmerz der Schuld, nachdem er seinen Freund belogen hatte.

B2 noun /ˈtriːti/

Treaty

vertrag

Meaning

a formally concluded and ratified agreement between countries or states

Example

The peace treaty was signed after years of negotiations.

Der Friedensvertrag wurde nach jahrelangen Verhandlungen unterzeichnet.

A2 noun /θiːf/

Thief

Dieb

Meaning

a person who steals things from others

Example

The thief was caught stealing from the jewelry store.

Der Dieb wurde beim Stehlen im Juweliergeschäft erwischt.

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.

C1 verb /ˈtɪpɪfaɪ/

typify

repräsentieren

Meaning

to represent or be a typical example of something

Example

His leadership style typifies the new corporate culture.

Sein Führungsstil verkörpert die neue Unternehmenskultur.

C1 noun/verb /tæk/

tack

Reißzwecke / Taktik

Meaning

a small sharp nail; or to change direction in sailing or approach something differently

Example

She used a tack to pin the paper on the wall.

Sie benutzte eine Reißzwecke, um das Papier an der Wand zu befestigen.

B1 adjective /θrɪld/

thrilled

begeistert

Meaning

extremely happy or excited

Example

She was thrilled with the surprise party.

Sie war begeistert von der Überraschungsparty.

C2 adjective /ˈtjuːtɪlɑːr/

tutelar

schützend

Meaning

Serving as a guardian or protector.

Example

The tutelar spirit of the forest was believed to protect travelers.

Der tutelare Geist des Waldes sollte die Reisenden schützen.

C2 noun /tʊˈriːn/

tureen

Suppenterrine

Meaning

A large deep dish with a cover, used for serving soups or stews.

Example

She brought the hot soup to the table in a silver tureen.

Sie brachte die heiße Suppe in einer silbernen Suppenterrine zum Tisch.

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.

C1 noun /twɪt/

Twit

Dummkopf; sich über jemanden lustig machen

Meaning

a silly or foolish person; to tease or make fun of someone

Example

Don't be such a twit and listen carefully.

Sei kein Dummkopf und hör aufmerksam zu.

A1 verb /θroʊ/

throw

werfen

Meaning

to send something through the air with force using your hand

Example

He can throw the ball very far.

Er kann den Ball sehr weit werfen.

C1 noun /truːp/

troupe

Gruppe, Theatertruppe

Meaning

A group of dancers, actors, or performers who work together.

Example

The theater troupe performed brilliantly on stage.

Die Theatergruppe trat brillant auf der Bühne auf.

B2 adjective /ˈteɪst.fəl/

Tasteful

geschmackvoll; stilvoll; mit gutem Geschmack

Meaning

showing good judgment in matters of style and beauty

Example

She decorated her home in a very tasteful manner.

Sie hat ihr Haus auf eine sehr geschmackvolle Weise dekoriert.

C2 adjective /traɪˈɛniəl/

triennial

dreijährig

Meaning

Occurring once every three years.

Example

The art festival is a triennial event in the city.

Das Kunstfestival ist eine dreijährliche Veranstaltung in der Stadt.

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.

A1 verb /θɪŋk/

think

denken

Meaning

to have thoughts or ideas; to use your mind to consider something

Example

I think this is a good idea.

Ich denke, das ist eine gute Idee.

A2 noun ˈtem.pər.ə.tʃər

temperature

Temperatur

Meaning

The degree or intensity of heat present in a substance or object.

Example

Rising temperatures affect agricultural output.

Steigende Temperaturen beeinflussen die landwirtschaftliche Produktion.

C1 noun /ˈtrɪp.lət/

triplet

Drillinge

Meaning

One of three children or animals born at the same time to the same mother.

Example

The family was surprised to have triplets instead of twins.

Die Familie war überrascht, Drillinge statt Zwillinge zu haben.

C1 noun /ˈtrɪviə/

trivia

Triviales Fakten

Meaning

Details or information that are considered unimportant or of little value.

Example

The quiz was filled with fun trivia about movies and music.

Das Quiz war mit lustigen Trivia über Filme und Musik gefüllt.

C1 noun /ˈtreɪ.ki.ə/

Trachea

Luftröhre

Meaning

the tube that carries air from the throat to the lungs; windpipe

Example

The trachea is protected by cartilage rings that keep it open.

Die Luftröhre ist durch Knorpelringe geschützt, die sie offen halten.

C1 adjective /trænˈsen.dənt/

transcendent

jenseits oder über die Reichweite normaler oder nur physischer menschlicher Erfahrungen

Meaning

Beyond or above the range of normal or merely physical human experience.

Example

His art has a transcendent quality.

Seine Kunst hat eine transzendente Qualität.

C2 verb /trænˈspoʊz/

transpose

transponieren

Meaning

to change the order or position of something

Example

The editor transposed two paragraphs in the article.

Der Redakteur hat zwei Absätze im Artikel transponiert.

C1 noun /ˌtæm.bəˈriːn/

Tambourine

Tamburin

Meaning

a small drum with metal discs around the edge that jingle when shaken or hit

Example

She shook the tambourine to the rhythm of the music.

Sie schüttelte das Tamburin im Rhythmus der Musik.

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.

C1 noun /ˈtrɪb.jə.ter.i/

Tributary

Zufluss

Meaning

a river or stream flowing into a larger river or lake

Example

The tributary joins the main river near the city.

Der Zufluss mündet in den Hauptfluss nahe der Stadt.