A2 verb /triːt/

treat

behandeln

Meaning

to behave toward someone or something in a particular way

Example

The doctor treated me with great care during my recovery.

Der Arzt behandelte mich während meiner Genesung mit großer Sorgfalt.

B2 noun /ˈtræn.zɪt/

transit

Verkehr

Meaning

Transportation or travel system, the process of travel or transportation from one place to another.

Example

The city is investing in a new transit system.

Die Stadt investiert in ein neues Verkehrssystem.

A2 preposition /tɔːrd/

toward

zu

Meaning

in the direction of

Example

She walked toward the door.

Sie ging zur Tür.

C1 noun /ˈtraɪ.fəl/

Trifle

Kleinigkeit oder unwichtige Sache

Meaning

something of little importance or value; a small amount

Example

Don't worry about such a trifle; it's not worth your time.

Kümmern Sie sich nicht um so eine Kleinigkeit; es ist Ihre Zeit nicht wert.

B2 noun /ˈtraɪ.əl/

Trial

Prozess; Test

Meaning

a formal examination of evidence in a court; a test of performance or quality

Example

The murder trial lasted for three weeks in the county courthouse.

Der Mordprozess dauerte drei Wochen im Bezirksgericht.

A1 adverb /təˈnaɪt/

Tonight

heute Abend

Meaning

during the night of today; this evening

Example

Tonight we are going to watch a movie.

Heute Abend schauen wir einen Film.

B2 noun /trəˈdɪʃ.ən.əl ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi/

traditional economy

traditionelle Wirtschaft

Meaning

An economic system based on customs and traditions, often involving barter trade.

Example

Tribes still practice a traditional economy based on barter trade.

Stämme praktizieren immer noch eine traditionelle Wirtschaft, die auf Tauschhandel basiert.

B2 adjective /ˈtæn.dʒɪ.bəl/

tangible

greifbar

Meaning

Perceptible by touch; clear and definite; real.

Example

The benefits of exercise are tangible and measurable.

Die Vorteile von Bewegung sind greifbar und messbar.

A1 noun /ˈtɛnɪs/

tennis

Tennis

Meaning

a sport played with rackets and a ball on a rectangular court

Example

He enjoys playing tennis with his friends on the weekends.

Er spielt gerne Tennis mit seinen Freunden am Wochenende.

B2 adjective /ˈθɔːr.ni/

Thorny

dornig; schwierig

Meaning

having thorns; difficult to handle or deal with

Example

The thorny issue of budget cuts needs careful consideration.

Das dornige Thema der Haushaltskürzungen erfordert sorgfältige Überlegungen.

A2 noun /toʊ/

Toe

Zehe

Meaning

any of the five digits at the end of the human foot

Example

She stubbed her toe on the chair leg.

Sie hat ihren Zeh an der Stuhlbeine gestoßen.

B2 noun θrets

threats

Drohungen

Meaning

A statement of an intention to inflict pain, injury, damage, or other hostile action.

Example

Threats to food security are rising globally.

Drohungen gegen die Ernährungssicherheit nehmen weltweit zu.

C2 noun /traɪˈʌmvɪər/

triumvir

Triumvir

Meaning

One of a group of three men holding power in ancient Rome.

Example

Caesar was a triumvir in the first Roman triumvirate.

Caesar war ein Triumvir im ersten römischen Triumvirat.

C2 noun /ˈtæksɪˌdɜːrmi/

taxidermy

Taxidermie

Meaning

The art of preparing, stuffing, and mounting the skins of animals for display.

Example

The museum had a large collection of taxidermy animals.

Das Museum hatte eine große Sammlung von ausgestopften Tieren.

C2 noun/adjective /ˈtraɪkʌlər/

tricolor

dreifarbige Flagge

Meaning

A flag with three colors; consisting of three colors.

Example

The French tricolor is one of the most famous national flags in the world.

Die französische dreifarbige Flagge ist eine der bekanntesten Nationalflaggen der Welt.

C2 noun /θiˈɒkrəsi/

theocrasy

Theokratie

Meaning

Government or rule by religious leaders or clergy.

Example

Theocrasy often merges religious authority with political power.

Theokratie vereint oft religiöse Autorität mit politischer Macht.

A2 noun /teɪst/

Taste

Geschmack; persönliche Vorliebe

Meaning

the sensation produced when food touches the tongue; personal preference or liking

Example

This cake has a sweet taste that I really enjoy.

Dieser Kuchen hat einen süßen Geschmack, den ich wirklich genieße.

B1 noun, adjective, verb /tɛns/

tense

gespannt / grammatikalische Zeitform

Meaning

a grammatical category showing time reference; stretched tight or anxious

Example

She felt tense before the interview.

Sie fühlte sich vor dem Interview angespannt.

A2 noun /tent/

Tent

zelt

Meaning

a portable shelter made of cloth or canvas; military accommodation

Example

The soldiers set up their tent in the military camp.

Die Soldaten haben ihr Zelt im Militärlager aufgebaut.

C2 noun /təˈmɛrɪti/

temerity

Verwegenheit

Meaning

Excessive confidence or boldness; audacity.

Example

He had the temerity to challenge the professor’s argument.

Er hatte die Verwegenheit, das Argument des Professors herauszufordern.

B2 adjective /ˈθɔːtˌproʊvɪkɪŋ/

thought-provoking

nachdenklich stimmend

Meaning

stimulating careful consideration or thought

Example

The movie was deeply thought-provoking and left a lasting impression.

Der Film war tiefgründig und nachdenklich stimmend und hinterließ einen bleibenden Eindruck.

C1 adjective, noun, verb /ˈtrɛbəl/

treble

dreifach, hoher Ton

Meaning

triple; consisting of three parts; high-pitched sound in music

Example

The company's profits trebled in just two years.

Der Gewinn des Unternehmens hat sich in nur zwei Jahren verdoppelt.

A1 noun /tɔɪ/

toy

Spielzeug

Meaning

an object for children to play with

Example

The child received a toy car for his birthday.

Das Kind erhielt ein Spielzeugauto zum Geburtstag.

B2 noun /θret/

Threat

Bedrohung

Meaning

a statement of intention to inflict harm; a person or thing likely to cause danger

Example

The storm poses a serious threat to coastal areas.

Der Sturm stellt eine ernsthafte Bedrohung für Küstengebiete dar.

B2 noun /ˈtuː.lɪp/

Tulip

Tulpe

Meaning

a colorful spring flower with cup-shaped petals

Example

The red tulip bloomed beautifully in the garden.

Die rote Tulpe blühte wunderschön im Garten.

B2 noun /ˈtiːmmeɪt/

teammate

Teamkollege

Meaning

a member of the same team

Example

He congratulated his teammate after scoring the goal.

Er gratulierte seinem Teamkollegen nach dem Tor.

A1 preposition /θruː/

through

durch

Meaning

moving in one side and out the other side of something

Example

The train passed through the tunnel.

Der Zug fuhr durch den Tunnel.

C2 noun /ˈθrɛnədi/

threnody

Trauergesang, Klagegesang

Meaning

A song, poem, or speech of mourning for someone who has died; a lament.

Example

The poet composed a moving threnody for the fallen soldiers.

Der Dichter komponierte einen ergreifenden Trauergesang für die gefallenen Soldaten.

C1 noun /ˈtɒpˌsɔɪl/

topsoil

Oberboden

Meaning

the top layer of soil, which is rich in organic matter and nutrients

Example

Farmers rely on healthy topsoil for good crop yields.

Bauern sind auf gesunden Oberboden angewiesen, um gute Ernteerträge zu erzielen.

C1 noun /ˈtrɛʒərər/

treasurer

Schatzmeister

Meaning

a person responsible for managing the financial affairs of an organization

Example

The treasurer presented the annual financial report.

Der Schatzmeister präsentierte den jährlichen Finanzbericht.

B2 verb /ˈtɛrəˌfaɪ/

terrify

erschrecken

Meaning

To cause someone to feel extreme fear.

Example

The loud thunder terrified the children.

Der laute Donner hat die Kinder erschreckt.

A1 adjective /ˈθɜrti/

thirty

dreißig

Meaning

equivalent to the number 30

Example

He is thirty years old.

Er ist dreißig Jahre alt.

C2 noun /ˈtrɛntʃərmən/

trencherman

Vielesser

Meaning

a person who eats in a hearty or robust manner; a big eater

Example

The trencherman devoured the feast with great enthusiasm.

Der Vielesser verschlang das Festmahl mit großer Begeisterung.

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.

A2 noun /ˈtælənt/

talent

Talent

Meaning

natural aptitude or skill

Example

She has a great talent for painting.

Sie hat ein großes Talent für Malerei.

B1 adjective /ˈtɪpɪkəl/

typical

mit den üblichen Eigenschaften einer bestimmten Art von Person oder Ding

Meaning

having the usual qualities of a particular type of person or thing

Example

It was a typical summer day, hot and humid.

Es war ein typischer Sommertag, heiß und feucht.

B2 noun /ˈtæksˌpeɪər/

taxpayer

Steuerzahler

Meaning

a person who pays tax to the government

Example

The taxpayers' money is used to fund public services.

Das Geld der Steuerzahler wird verwendet, um öffentliche Dienstleistungen zu finanzieren.

C1 noun /ˈtaɪ.rənt/

Tyrant

Tyrann

Meaning

a cruel and oppressive ruler; a person who exercises power in a harsh manner

Example

The people rebelled against the cruel tyrant.

Die Leute rebellierten gegen den grausamen Tyrannen.

C1 adjective /ˈtɪp.tɒp/

Tiptop

ausgezeichnet; von höchster Qualität

Meaning

of the highest quality; excellent; in perfect condition

Example

The car is in tiptop condition.

Das Auto ist in ausgezeichnetem Zustand.

C1 noun /ˈtɪrəni/

tyranny

Tyrannei

Meaning

Cruel and oppressive government or rule by a tyrant.

Example

The people revolted against the tyranny of their ruler.

Das Volk erhob sich gegen die Tyrannei ihres Herrschers.

C1 adjective tɪˈneɪ.ʃəs

tenacious

hartnäckig

Meaning

Not readily letting go of, giving up, or separated from an object that one holds, a position, or a principle; persistent.

Example

Her tenacious spirit helped her overcome hardships.

Ihr hartnäckiger Geist half ihr, Schwierigkeiten zu überwinden.

A2 noun /ˈtiːneɪdʒər/

teenager

Teenager

Meaning

a person aged between 13 and 19 years.

Example

Teenagers often enjoy hanging out with friends.

Teenager verbringen oft gerne Zeit mit Freunden.

A1 noun /θæŋks/

thanks

danke

Meaning

an expression of gratitude

Example

Thanks for helping me with the project.

Danke, dass du mir bei dem Projekt geholfen hast.

A1 noun /tɛn/

ten

zehn

Meaning

the number following nine and preceding eleven

Example

I have ten apples in the basket.

Ich habe zehn Äpfel im Korb.

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.

B2 noun ˈtrækɪŋ ˈprɒɡrɛs

tracking progress

Fortschrittsverfolgung

Meaning

The process of monitoring and evaluating advancement towards goals or objectives.

Example

Regular tracking progress helps in achieving long-term goals.

Regelmäßiges Verfolgen des Fortschritts hilft, langfristige Ziele zu erreichen.

B1 noun /ˈtɛkstbʊk/

textbook

Lehrbuch

Meaning

a book used for studying a subject in school or college

Example

She bought a new biology textbook for her class.

Sie kaufte ein neues Biologiebuch für ihren Kurs.

C1 adjective /tænˈdʒɛnʃəl/

tangential

Meaning

relating to or along a tangent; slightly or indirectly related to something

Example

His remarks were tangential to the main topic of discussion.

Seine Bemerkungen waren tangential zum Hauptthema der Diskussion.

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.

B1 verb /tɔs/

toss

leicht werfen

Meaning

To throw something lightly or casually; to move or turn suddenly.

Example

He tossed the keys onto the table.

Er warf die Schlüssel auf den Tisch.

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.

B2 noun /ˈteɪ.lər/

Tailor

Schneider

Meaning

a person whose job is making and altering clothes

Example

The tailor measured him for a new suit.

Der Schneider hat ihm Maß für einen neuen Anzug genommen.

A2 adjective /ˈtaɪ.di/

Tidy

ordentlich; sauber

Meaning

arranged neatly and in order; clean and organized

Example

She keeps her room very tidy and organized.

Sie hält ihr Zimmer sehr ordentlich und sauber.

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.

A2 adjective /ˈteɪ.sti/

Tasty

schmackhaft

Meaning

having a pleasant flavor; delicious

Example

The pizza was really tasty with fresh ingredients.

Die Pizza war wirklich schmackhaft mit frischen Zutaten.

C1 adjective ˈtæs.ɪt

tacit

stillschweigend

Meaning

Understood or implied without being openly expressed or stated

Example

Their mutual understanding was based on tacit agreement.

Ihr gegenseitiges Verständnis beruhte auf einer stillschweigenden Vereinbarung.

A2 adjective /θɪk/

Thick

dick; kräftig;

Meaning

having a large distance between opposite sides; dense; not thin

Example

The book has thick pages and a heavy cover.

Das Buch hat dicke Seiten und ein schweres Cover.

C1 verb /ˈtræmpəl/

trample

mit den Füßen treten

Meaning

to tread heavily on something and cause damage or injury

Example

The crowd trampled the flowers in the park.

Die Menge trampelte die Blumen im Park.

A2 noun /ˈtrævələr/

traveller

Reisender

Meaning

A person who is on a journey or frequently travels to different places.

Example

The traveller set out early in the morning to explore new lands.

Der Reisende machte sich früh am Morgen auf, um neue Länder zu erkunden.

C1 noun /traɪˈbjuːnəl/

tribunal

Gericht

Meaning

a court of justice or body established to settle disputes

Example

The case was heard in an international tribunal.

Der Fall wurde vor einem internationalen Gericht verhandelt.

C2 noun /ˈtaɪroʊ/

tyro

Anfänger

Meaning

A beginner or novice in a field or activity.

Example

As a tyro in programming, she needed constant guidance.

Als Anfänger in der Programmierung brauchte sie ständige Anleitung.

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 verb trænˈsɛnd

transcend

transzendieren

Meaning

To go beyond the limits of something; to surpass or exceed

Example

His effort to transcend traditional methods was commendable.

Sein Versuch, traditionelle Methoden zu transzendieren, war lobenswert.

C1 adjective /ˈtiːmɪŋ/

teeming

überfüllt

Meaning

full of or swarming with things or people

Example

The market was teeming with shoppers.

Der Markt war überfüllt mit Käufern.

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.

C2 adjective /trænzˈmɪsəbl/

transmissible

übertragbar

Meaning

able to be passed or spread from one person or thing to another

Example

COVID-19 is a highly transmissible disease.

COVID-19 ist eine hochübertragbare Krankheit.

B2 adjective /ˈtrʌst.fəl/

Trustful

vertrauensvoll; der vertrauen schenkt oder zeigt Vertrauen

Meaning

having or showing trust in someone or something; trusting

Example

She was too trustful and believed everything he said.

Sie war zu vertrauensvoll und glaubte alles, was er sagte.

C1 adjective /ˈtʌtʃi/

Touchy

empfindlich

Meaning

easily upset or offended; overly sensitive

Example

He's very touchy about his height.

Er ist sehr empfindlich über seine Größe.

B2 verb /tæp/

tap

klopfen

Meaning

to strike something lightly, usually with a quick, sharp sound

Example

He tapped on the door to get her attention.

Er klopfte an die Tür, um ihre Aufmerksamkeit zu erregen.

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.

B2 adjective /ˈtrʌst.wɜː.ði/

Trustworthy

zuverlässig

Meaning

able to be relied on as honest or truthful; deserving of trust

Example

He is a trustworthy friend who always keeps his promises.

Er ist ein vertrauenswürdiger Freund, der immer sein Wort hält.

C1 noun /ˈtem.pɚ.əns/

temperance

Mäßigung

Meaning

Moderation in action, thought, or feeling; restraint.

Example

Temperance is essential for a balanced life.

Mäßigung ist entscheidend für ein ausgewogenes Leben.

C1 adjective /ˈtʌf.tɪd/

Tufted

mit Büscheln; ausgestattet mit Büscheln

Meaning

having a tuft or tufts; furnished with a tuft or clump of threads, hairs, or other material

Example

The tufted sofa looked elegant in the living room.

Das Sofa mit Büscheln sah im Wohnzimmer elegant aus.

A1 noun /ˈtɔɪlət/

toilet

toilette

Meaning

a fixture used for the disposal of human waste

Example

The public toilet was clean and well maintained.

Die öffentliche Toilette war sauber und gut gepflegt.

B1 adjective /təˈrɪfɪk/

terrific

großartig

Meaning

extremely good or excellent; very great or intense

Example

The concert last night was absolutely terrific.

Das Konzert gestern Abend war absolut großartig.

B1 noun ˈtʊə.nə.mənt

tournament

Turnier

Meaning

A series of contests between a number of competitors, competing for an overall prize.

Example

The tournament showcased exceptional talent.

Das Turnier zeigte außergewöhnliches Talent.

C1 noun /taɪˈkuːn/

tycoon

Magnat

Meaning

a wealthy, powerful businessperson

Example

The real estate tycoon invested in several skyscrapers.

Der Immobilienmagnat investierte in mehrere Wolkenkratzer.

B1 noun /tʌn/

ton

Tonne

Meaning

A unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds (US) or 1,000 kilograms (metric); a large amount of something

Example

The truck carried a ton of apples to the market.

Der LKW transportierte eine Tonne Äpfel zum Markt.

B2 noun /θɔːn/

Thorn

dorn

Meaning

a sharp pointed part of a plant; something that causes pain or annoyance

Example

Be careful of the thorns on the rose bush.

Vorsicht vor den Dornen am Rosenstrauch.

A1 verb /traɪ/

try

versuchen

Meaning

to make an effort to do something; to attempt

Example

I will try my best to help you.

Ich werde mein Bestes tun, um dir zu helfen.

C2 noun /tækˈsɒnəmɪst/

taxonomist

Taxonom

Meaning

A scientist who classifies organisms into groups based on their characteristics.

Example

The taxonomist discovered a new species of insect.

Der Taxonom entdeckte eine neue Insektenart.

B2 noun /trænzˈmɪʃən/

transmission

Übertragung, Sendung

Meaning

the act of sending, passing, or spreading something such as information, energy, or disease

Example

The transmission of data over the internet is very fast.

Die Übertragung von Daten über das Internet ist sehr schnell.

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.

A2 noun /ˈtɛstɪŋ/

testing

Test

Meaning

the process of assessing or evaluating something, often by trying it out

Example

The testing of the new software is still ongoing.

Der Test der neuen Software ist noch im Gange.

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.

A1 noun /ˈtɪkɪt/

ticket

Ticket

Meaning

a small piece of paper or card that gives the holder a right to access a service or event

Example

He bought a ticket to the concert.

Er hat ein Ticket für das Konzert gekauft.

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.

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.

A2 adjective /ˈθɜːr.sti/

Thirsty

durstig

Meaning

feeling a need to drink; having a strong desire for something

Example

I am very thirsty after running in the heat.

Ich bin sehr durstig nach dem Laufen in der Hitze.

C1 noun/verb /ˈtæm.pər.ɪŋ/

tampering

unerlaubte Veränderung

Meaning

The action of interfering with something in order to cause damage or make unauthorized alterations.

Example

Tampering with evidence is a criminal offense.

Die Manipulation von Beweisen ist ein Verbrechen.

C1 noun /trʌsˈtiː/

trustee

Treuhänder

Meaning

a person who holds or manages property or assets for the benefit of others

Example

She was appointed as the trustee of the family estate.

Sie wurde als Treuhänderin des Familienvermögens ernannt.

A2 noun /ˈtoʊstər/

Toaster

toaster

Meaning

an electric appliance used for toasting bread slices

Example

I put two slices of bread in the toaster for breakfast.

Ich habe zwei Scheiben Brot in den Toaster für das Frühstück gelegt.

C1 noun /təˈnæs.ə.ti/

tenacity

Beharrlichkeit

Meaning

Determination, persistence, and the quality of not giving up

Example

His tenacity in solving problems led to his success.

Seine Beharrlichkeit bei der Lösung von Problemen führte zu seinem Erfolg.

C2 noun /θrɔːl/

thrall

Versklavung, Unterwerfung

Meaning

The state of being in someone's power or under strong influence; slavery or bondage.

Example

He was in thrall to the powerful leader.

Er war dem mächtigen Führer unterworfen.

B2 verb ˈtrænsfɔːrm

transform

verwandeln

Meaning

To change in form, appearance, or structure; metamorphose.

Example

Volunteering can transform lives and communities.

Freiwilligenarbeit kann Leben und Gemeinschaften verwandeln.

C2 noun /ˈtɪl.ər/

Tiller

Bauer

Meaning

a person who tills or cultivates land; a farmer

Example

The tiller worked hard in the fields every morning.

Der Bauer arbeitete jeden Morgen hart auf den Feldern.

C1 noun /ˈtrɪlədʒi/

trilogy

Trilogie

Meaning

a set of three related works, usually books or films, that form a connected story

Example

The director finally released the third film to complete the sci-fi trilogy.

Der Regisseur veröffentlichte endlich den dritten Film, um die Sci-Fi-Trilogie zu vervollständigen.

C2 adjective /ˈθʌroʊˌɡoʊɪŋ/

thoroughgoing

vollständig, vollständig

Meaning

carried out to the full extent; absolute and complete

Example

She is a thoroughgoing professional in every sense.

Sie ist in jeder Hinsicht eine vollständige professionelle Fachkraft.

A2 adjective /trəˈdɪʃənəl/

Traditional

traditionell

Meaning

relating to or following long-established customs; conventional

Example

They had a traditional wedding ceremony.

Sie hatten eine traditionelle Hochzeitszeremonie.

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.

B2 noun ˈtɒksɪk ˈɡæsɪz

toxic gases

giftige Gase

Meaning

Poisonous or harmful gases that can cause illness or death

Example

Toxic gases from industries contribute to air pollution.

Giftige Gase aus der Industrie tragen zur Luftverschmutzung bei.

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.

C2 noun /trəˈveɪl/

travail

schwerer Aufwand

Meaning

Painful or laborious effort; suffering or hardship.

Example

After years of travail, she finally completed her degree.

Nach Jahren des schweren Aufwands hat sie schließlich ihr Studium abgeschlossen.

A2 noun /ˈθiːətər/

theater

Theater

Meaning

a building or area for dramatic performances

Example

We are going to the theater tonight.

Wir gehen heute Abend ins Theater.

C1 adjective /ˈtɜːrnkiː/

turnkey

schlüsselfertig

Meaning

ready for immediate use; a complete product or solution

Example

The company provides turnkey solutions for small businesses.

Das Unternehmen bietet schlüsselfertige Lösungen für kleine Unternehmen an.

B2 noun /ˈtreɪ.tər/

Traitor

Verräter

Meaning

a person who betrays someone or something, such as a friend, cause, or principle

Example

The spy was branded a traitor to his country after being caught.

Der Spion wurde als Verräter seines Landes gebrandmarkt, nachdem er gefangen genommen wurde.

A1 verb /teɪk/

take

nehmen, bringen

Meaning

to get possession of; to carry or bring with oneself

Example

Please take this book to the library.

Bitte bring dieses Buch in die Bibliothek.

B2 noun ˈtreɪd.ɒf

trade-off

Kompromiss

Meaning

A situation where accepting one advantage means giving up another benefit.

Example

There is always a trade-off between price and quality.

Es gibt immer einen Kompromiss zwischen Preis und Qualität.

B2 adjective /ˈθret.ən.ɪŋ/

Threatening

bedrohlich; einschüchternd

Meaning

expressing a threat; menacing; intimidating

Example

The dark clouds looked threatening before the storm.

Die dunklen Wolken sahen bedrohlich aus vor dem Sturm.

A1 verb /ˈtrævəl/

travel

reisen

Meaning

to make a journey, typically to a distant or unfamiliar place

Example

I love to travel around the world and explore new cultures.

Ich liebe es, um die Welt zu reisen und neue Kulturen zu entdecken.

A2 adjective /tʌf/

tough

zäh

Meaning

strong, durable, and difficult to break or deal with

Example

He had a tough day at work.

Er hatte einen harten Tag bei der Arbeit.

C2 verb /trəˈdjuːs/

traduce

verleumden

Meaning

To speak badly of someone or tell lies to damage their reputation.

Example

He was furious when he found out that his rivals had traduced him.

Er war wütend, als er herausfand, dass seine Rivalen ihn verleumdet hatten.

C1 noun/verb /ˈtʌtʃ.ʌp/

touch-up

kleine Korrektur oder Verbesserung

Meaning

Small corrections or improvements made to something.

Example

The artist gave a quick touch-up to the painting.

Der Künstler gab der Malerei einen schnellen Touch-up.

A1 adverb /təˈdeɪ/

Today

heute

Meaning

on this day; at the present time

Example

Today is a beautiful day for a walk.

Heute ist ein schöner Tag für einen Spaziergang.

C2 adjective /ˈtɜːrdʒɪd/

turgid

geschwollen, pompös

Meaning

Swollen or distended; (of language) pompous and overcomplicated.

Example

The professor’s lecture was so turgid that many students lost interest.

Die Vorlesung des Professors war so pompös, dass viele Studenten das Interesse verloren.

B1 noun taɪm ˈmænɪdʒmənt

time management

Zeitmanagement

Meaning

The process of planning and exercising conscious control over the amount of time spent on specific activities

Example

Time management is crucial for success.

Zeitmanagement ist entscheidend für den Erfolg.

C1 verb θwɔːt

thwart

vereiteln

Meaning

Prevent (someone) from accomplishing something; oppose successfully.

Example

His efforts to thwart the proposal were unsuccessful.

Seine Bemühungen, den Vorschlag zu vereiteln, waren erfolglos.

C2 noun /ˈtæmbər/ or /ˈtɪmbər/

timbre

Klangfarbe

Meaning

The character or quality of a musical sound or voice as distinct from its pitch and intensity.

Example

Her voice had a warm timbre that soothed the audience.

Ihre Stimme hatte eine warme Klangfarbe, die das Publikum beruhigte.

C1 noun /ˈtrænsfərəns/

transference

Übertragung

Meaning

The act of moving something from one place, person, or situation to another.

Example

The transference of knowledge is essential in education.

Die Übertragung von Wissen ist in der Bildung entscheidend.

C1 adjective /ˈtɔːrtʃərəs/

torturous

quälend

Meaning

Extremely painful or causing great suffering; relating to or involving torture.

Example

The journey through the desert was long and torturous.

Die Reise durch die Wüste war lang und qualvoll.

B2 adjective /ˈteɪst.ləs/

Tasteless

geschmacklos

Meaning

lacking flavor; showing poor judgment in style

Example

The soup was completely tasteless and needed more seasoning.

Die Suppe war völlig geschmacklos und brauchte mehr Gewürze.