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B2 verb /twiːk/

tweak

anpassen
Meaning
to make small adjustments; to fine-tune something
Example
We need to tweak the design slightly.
Wir müssen das Design leicht anpassen.
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.
B2 noun /ˈtɜːrbən/

Turban

Turban
Meaning
a head covering made by wrapping a long piece of cloth around the head
Example
The Sikh man wore a colorful turban.
Der Sikh-Mann trug einen bunten Turban.
B2 noun /traɪb/

tribe

Stamm
Meaning
a social group consisting of people with common customs, language, and culture
Example
The tribe lived in harmony with nature.
Der Stamm lebte im Einklang mit der Natur.
B2 adjective /ˈtɛlɪŋ/

telling

aufschlussreich
Meaning
Revealing something significant or giving important information.
Example
Her silence was more telling than words.
Ihr Schweigen war aufschlussreicher als Worte.
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 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.
B2 adjective /ˈtɒlərənt/

tolerant

tolerant
Meaning
Showing willingness to allow the existence of opinions or behaviors that one dislikes or disagrees with.
Example
He is very tolerant of other people's beliefs.
Er ist sehr tolerant gegenüber den Überzeugungen anderer Menschen.
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.
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.
B2 adjective trænsˈfɔːr.mə.tɪv

transformative

transformierend
Meaning
Something that has a profound impact and creates something new.
Example
The new education system is highly transformative.
Das neue Bildungssystem ist hochgradig transformierend.
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.
B2 noun, verb /treɪs/

trace

spuren
Meaning
a mark, object, or sign that shows the existence or development of something
Example
She traced the path of the river on the map.
Sie hat den Flussweg auf der Karte nachgezeichnet.
B2 noun /ˌtɜːrməˈnɑːlədʒi/

terminology

Terminologie
Meaning
the set of technical or special words used in a particular subject
Example
Medical terminology can be difficult for new students to understand.
Medizinische Terminologie kann für neue Studenten schwer verständlich sein.
B2 noun ˈtraɪəmf

triumph

Triumph
Meaning
A great victory or achievement.
Example
The novel is considered one of Dickens' greatest triumphs.
Der Roman gilt als eines der größten Triumphe von Dickens.
B2 noun /ˈθiːsɪs/

thesis

These
Meaning
A long piece of writing on a particular subject, usually for a degree at a university.
Example
She spent two years writing her doctoral thesis.
Sie verbrachte zwei Jahre damit, ihre Doktorarbeit zu schreiben.
B2 adjective /teɪm/

Tame

zahm; sanft; gehorsam
Meaning
domesticated and not wild; gentle and easy to control
Example
The tame lion performed tricks in the circus.
Der zahme Löwe führte Kunststücke im Zirkus vor.
B2 adverb /ðɛrˈæftər/

thereafter

danach
Meaning
from that time on
Example
He moved to Canada and thereafter started a new life.
Er zog nach Kanada und danach begann er ein neues Leben.
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.
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.
B2 noun /ˈθiːərɪst/

theorist

Theoretiker
Meaning
A person who develops, studies, or explains theories in a particular field.
Example
The political theorist explained the impact of democracy on social structures.
Der politische Theoretiker erklärte die Auswirkungen der Demokratie auf soziale Strukturen.
B2 verb /triːd/

tread

treten
Meaning
to step or walk on something; to crush with feet
Example
Don't tread on the flowers.
Tritt nicht auf die Blumen.
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 /træŋˈkwɪl.ɪ.ti/

tranquillity

Ruhe
Meaning
the state of being calm, peaceful, and free from disturbance
Example
She enjoyed the tranquillity of the countryside after years in the city.
Sie genoss die Ruhe auf dem Land nach Jahren in der Stadt.
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.
B2 noun (plural) /ˈtæk.tɪks/

tactics

Taktiken
Meaning
specific methods or actions used to achieve a goal, especially in military or competition
Example
The team changed their tactics to win the game.
Das Team änderte seine Taktiken, um das Spiel zu gewinnen.
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.
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.
B2 noun /θɛft/

theft

diebstahl
Meaning
the action or crime of stealing
Example
The theft of his wallet was reported to the police.
Der Diebstahl seiner Brieftasche wurde der Polizei gemeldet.
B2 noun /ˈtrædʒ.ə.di/

Tragedy

tragödie; katastrophe
Meaning
an event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress; a serious drama with an unhappy ending
Example
The earthquake was a tragedy that affected thousands of families.
Das Erdbeben war eine Tragödie, die Tausende von Familien betroffen hat.
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 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.
B2 noun /ˈtroʊfi/

trophy

pokal
Meaning
An object awarded as a prize for a victory or achievement.
Example
She proudly displayed the trophy she won in the competition.
Sie zeigte stolz den Pokal, den sie im Wettbewerb gewonnen hatte.
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.
B2 noun /ˈtɜːr.nɪp/

Turnip

Rübe
Meaning
a round root vegetable with white or purple skin and white flesh
Example
We grew turnips in our vegetable garden.
Wir haben Rüben in unserem Gemüsegarten gepflanzt.
B2 noun /ˈtɔːtʃər/

torture

Folter
Meaning
the action or practice of inflicting severe pain on someone as a punishment or to force them to do something
Example
He was subjected to torture during the interrogation.
Er wurde während des Verhörs gefoltert.
B2 verb /ˈtɛstəfaɪ/

testify

aussagen
Meaning
to make a statement or declaration under oath or to give evidence
Example
She was called to testify in court about the accident.
Sie wurde aufgefordert, vor Gericht über den Unfall auszusagen.
B2 adjective /ˈtʌtʃ.ɪŋ/

Touching

berührend; emotional
Meaning
causing feelings of sympathy or emotion; moving
Example
The touching story brought tears to everyone's eyes.
Die rührende Geschichte brachte allen Tränen in die Augen.
B2 verb /tæn/

tan

die Haut oder das Leder braun machen durch Sonnenstrahlung oder chemische Mittel
Meaning
to make skin or a hide brown by exposure to the sun or by using chemicals
Example
She tanned her skin after spending the summer at the beach.
Sie hat ihre Haut gebräunt, nachdem sie den Sommer am Strand verbracht hat.
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.
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.
B2 adjective /trænˈspærənt/

Transparent

transparent
Meaning
allowing light to pass through; clear and obvious; honest and open
Example
The company maintains transparent business practices.
Das Unternehmen pflegt transparente Geschäftspraktiken.
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.
B2 noun /ˈθɪk.nəs/

thickness

Dicke
Meaning
The measure of how thick or dense something is
Example
The thickness of the book made it hard to carry.
Die Dicke des Buches machte es schwer zu tragen.
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.
B2 noun /ˈtɜːnˌəʊvə/

turnover

Umsatz
Meaning
the amount of business conducted during a particular period, or the rate at which employees leave a company
Example
The company reported a high turnover in its sales department.
Das Unternehmen meldete einen hohen Umsatz in seiner Verkaufsabteilung.
B2 noun /ˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/

termination

Beendigung
Meaning
the act of ending something or the state of being ended
Example
The termination of the contract caused financial loss.
Die Beendigung des Vertrags führte zu finanziellen Verlusten.
B2 noun /ˈteɪbəlˌspun/

tablespoon

Esslöffel
Meaning
a spoon used for serving or eating food, typically holding about 15 milliliters
Example
She stirred the soup with a tablespoon.
Sie rührte die Suppe mit einem Esslöffel.
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 /ˈθʌrəli/

Thoroughly

gründlich; vollständig;
Meaning
completely; entirely; in a thorough manner
Example
She thoroughly cleaned the entire house before the guests arrived.
Sie hat das ganze Haus gründlich gereinigt, bevor die Gäste ankamen.
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.
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.
B2 noun /træŋˈkwɪləti/

tranquility

Ruhe
Meaning
the quality or state of being calm and peaceful
Example
He enjoyed the tranquility of the countryside.
Er genoss die Ruhe der Landschaft.
B2 adjective ˈteɪləd

tailored

maßgeschneidert
Meaning
Made or adapted for a particular purpose or person.
Example
He wore a tailored suit that complemented his physique perfectly.
Er trug einen maßgeschneiderten Anzug, der seine Figur perfekt ergänzte.
B2 adjective /ˌθiːəˈrɛtɪkl/

theoretical

theoretisch
Meaning
Concerned with or based on theory rather than practical application.
Example
The idea remains largely theoretical without real-world evidence.
Die Idee bleibt größtenteils theoretisch ohne reale Beweise.
B2 adjective /ˈtaɪərləs/

tireless

unermüdlich
Meaning
Showing great effort or energy without becoming tired.
Example
She worked tirelessly to complete the project on time.
Sie arbeitete unermüdlich, um das Projekt rechtzeitig abzuschließen.
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.
B2 noun/adjective /ˈtɜːrmɪnəl/

terminal

Terminal, final, unheilbare Krankheit
Meaning
As a noun: A place where transport routes begin or end. As an adjective: Relating to the end or final stage of something, often an illness.
Example
He waited for the bus at the central terminal.
Er wartete an der zentralen Terminalstation auf den Bus.
B2 noun, adjective /tɑːrt/

tart

Tarte
Meaning
A small pie with a sweet or savory filling; or having a sharp, sour taste.
Example
She served a delicious apple tart for dessert.
Sie servierte zum Nachtisch eine köstliche Apfeltarte.
B2 verb /trɛk/

trek

lange Wanderung
Meaning
to go on a long, difficult journey, especially on foot
Example
They trekked across the mountains for three days.
Sie sind drei Tage lang durch die Berge gewandert.
B2 verb /ˈtaɪtən/

Tighten

anziehen
Meaning
to make something more secure or less loose
Example
He tightened the screws to secure the shelf.
Er zog die Schrauben an, um das Regal zu sichern.
B2 adjective /ˈtrɒp.ɪ.kəl/

tropical

tropisch
Meaning
Relating to the tropics; characterized by hot and humid climate.
Example
The Amazon rainforest is home to many tropical species.
Der Amazonas-Regenwald ist die Heimat vieler tropischer Arten.
B2 noun /traʊt/

Trout

Forelle
Meaning
a freshwater fish species known for its delicate flavor and often found in cold, clear waters
Example
Rainbow trout is popular among anglers for sport fishing.
Regenbogenforelle ist bei Sportanglern zum Angeln sehr beliebt.
B2 verb, noun, adjective /ˈtɛndər/

tender

Angebot / zart
Meaning
to offer formally; soft and delicate in texture or character; a formal offer or proposal
Example
The company tendered its resignation to the board.
Das Unternehmen reichte seine Kündigung beim Vorstand ein.
B2 noun /treɪˈniː/

Trainee

Praktikant; Auszubildender
Meaning
a person undergoing training for a particular job or profession; a novice learner
Example
The medical trainee worked long hours to gain practical experience.
Der medizinische Praktikant arbeitete lange Stunden, um praktische Erfahrungen zu sammeln.
B2 verb /trænzˈmɪt/

transmit

übertragen
Meaning
to send or pass something from one place or person to another
Example
The antenna can transmit signals over a long distance.
Die Antenne kann Signale über eine lange Distanz übertragen.
B2 noun /ˈteɪkˌɔːf/

takeoff

Start
Meaning
The moment an aircraft leaves the ground and begins to fly; also a sudden rise or start in activity or success.
Example
The plane's takeoff was delayed due to bad weather.
Der Start des Flugzeugs wurde aufgrund des schlechten Wetters verzögert.
B2 adjective /ˈθʌroʊ/

thorough

gründlich, ausführlich
Meaning
complete with regard to every detail; not superficial or partial
Example
The report was thorough and well-researched.
Der Bericht war gründlich und gut recherchiert.
B2 noun /ˈtæk.tɪk/

Tactic

Strategie; Taktik
Meaning
a plan or method for achieving something; a strategy used to accomplish a goal
Example
The coach used a new tactic to win the game.
Der Trainer verwendete eine neue Taktik, um das Spiel zu gewinnen.
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.
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.
B2 adjective /trɪm/

Trim

ordentlich und aufgeräumt; schlank und fit
Meaning
neat and orderly in appearance; slim and fit
Example
She keeps her garden very trim and tidy.
Sie hält ihren Garten sehr ordentlich und aufgeräumt.
B2 noun /ˈtrɒli/

Troly

Trolley
Meaning
an electric vehicle that runs on rails or tracks in the street
Example
The trolley runs through the city center every fifteen minutes.
Der Trolley fährt alle fünfzehn Minuten durch das Stadtzentrum.
B2 verb /θɔː/

thaw

schmelzen
Meaning
to melt or cause to melt after being frozen
Example
The ice began to thaw in the sun.
Das Eis begann in der Sonne zu schmelzen.
B2 noun /tɒŋz/

Tongs

zange
Meaning
a tool consisting of two movable arms that are joined at one end, used for picking up and holding things
Example
Use the tongs to pick up the hot pieces of meat from the grill.
Benutze die Zange, um die heißen Fleischstücke vom Grill zu nehmen.
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 /ˈtrɛmbəl/

tremble

zittern
Meaning
To shake slightly, often because of fear, cold, or nervousness.
Example
She began to tremble with fear before speaking.
Sie begann vor Angst zu zittern, bevor sie sprach.
B2 adjective /ˈtrɪviəl/

trivial

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 /ˈtwaɪ.laɪt/

Twilight

dämmerung
Meaning
the soft glowing light from the sky when the sun is below the horizon; a period of decline
Example
We walked along the beach at twilight.
Wir gingen am Strand bei Dämmerung spazieren.
B2 adjective /ˈtrʌblsəm/

Troublesome

störend; problematisch
Meaning
causing difficulty or annoyance; problematic
Example
The troublesome student disrupted the class again.
Der störende Schüler hat die Klasse wieder gestört.
B2 noun /ˈter.ər.ɪ.zəm/

Terrorism

terrorismus
Meaning
the unlawful use of violence and intimidation against civilians for political aims
Example
The government increased security measures to prevent terrorism.
Die Regierung hat Sicherheitsmaßnahmen verstärkt, um Terrorismus zu verhindern.
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.
B2 adjective /ˈtɔː.kə.tɪv/

Talkative

gesprächig
Meaning
fond of talking; speaking freely and at length
Example
My talkative neighbor loves to chat about everything.
Mein gesprächiger Nachbar liebt es, über alles zu plaudern.
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 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.
B2 verb /ˈtɜːrmɪˌneɪt/

terminate

beenden
Meaning
to bring something to an end or to stop something from continuing
Example
The company decided to terminate his contract.
Das Unternehmen entschied sich, seinen Vertrag zu beenden.
B2 adjective /ˈtraɪbəl/

tribal

tribal
Meaning
relating to a tribe or tribes, especially indigenous people
Example
The tribal community has preserved its culture for centuries.
Die tribale Gemeinschaft hat ihre Kultur über Jahrhunderte bewahrt.
B2 noun /ˈtʌndrə/

tundra

Tundra
Meaning
A vast, flat, treeless Arctic region where the subsoil is permanently frozen.
Example
Polar bears roam across the icy tundra.
Eisbären streifen durch die eisige Tundra.
B2 noun /ˈtɜr.mər.ɪk/

Turmeric

Kurkuma
Meaning
A bright yellow spice powder made from the root of a tropical plant, used in cooking and medicine
Example
Add turmeric to the curry for color and flavor.
Fügen Sie Kurkuma zum Curry hinzu, um Farbe und Geschmack zu erhalten.
B2 noun /ˈtɛmpoʊ/

tempo

Tempo, Rhythmus
Meaning
The speed or pace at which a piece of music or activity is performed.
Example
The band played the song at a faster tempo than usual.
Die Band spielte das Lied in einem schnelleren Tempo als gewöhnlich.
B2 noun trænˈspær.ən.si

transparency

transparenz
Meaning
The quality of being easy to perceive or detect; openness, accountability, and honesty in governance or operations.
Example
Transparency fosters trust in governance.
Transparenz fördert das Vertrauen in die Verwaltung.
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.
B2 noun /ˈtjuːmər/

tumor

Tumor
Meaning
an abnormal mass of tissue caused by excessive cell growth
Example
The doctor found a benign tumor during the medical check-up.
Der Arzt fand während der medizinischen Untersuchung einen gutartigen Tumor.
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.
B2 noun ˈtrɪbjuːt

tribute

Huldigung
Meaning
An act, statement, or gift that is intended to show gratitude, respect, or admiration.
Example
They paid tribute to the brave freedom fighters.
Sie zollten den tapferen Freiheitskämpfern Tribut.
B2 verb ˈtrɪɡərz

triggers

auslösen
Meaning
To cause or initiate something to happen
Example
Air pollution triggers chronic diseases.
Luftverschmutzung löst chronische Krankheiten aus.
B2 adjective /ˈtræŋkwɪl/

tranquil

ruhig
Meaning
Free from disturbance; calm and peaceful.
Example
A tranquil environment promotes relaxation and focus.
Eine ruhige Umgebung fördert Entspannung und Konzentration.
B2 noun /ˈtɛkstʃər/

texture

Textur
Meaning
the way something feels when you touch it; the quality of a surface or substance
Example
The fabric has a soft and smooth texture.
Der Stoff hat eine weiche und glatte Textur.
B2 adjective /ˈtaɪə.səm/

Tiresome

ermüdend; langweilig
Meaning
causing weariness or boredom; tedious
Example
The long lecture was tiresome and repetitive.
Die lange Vorlesung war ermüdend und wiederholend.
B2 noun /ˈtɛrərɪst/

terrorist

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

taxation

Besteuerung
Meaning
The system of imposing and collecting taxes.
Example
Taxation is necessary for funding public services.
Besteuerung ist notwendig, um öffentliche Dienstleistungen zu finanzieren.
B2 noun /ˈtɒl.ər.əns/

Tolerance

Toleranz
Meaning
the ability to accept different opinions or behavior; willingness to allow something to exist
Example
Religious tolerance is important in a diverse society.
Religiöse Toleranz ist in einer vielfältigen Gesellschaft wichtig.
B2 verb /tʌk/

tuck

stecken
Meaning
to push or fold something neatly into a particular place
Example
She tucked the blanket around the baby to keep him warm.
Sie steckte die Decke um das Baby, um es warm zu halten.
B2 noun /ˈtreɪdmɑːrk/

trademark

Markenzeichen
Meaning
a symbol, word, or words legally registered or established by use as representing a company or product
Example
The company’s logo is its trademark.
Das Logo des Unternehmens ist sein Markenzeichen.
B2 noun /ˈtɜːr.mər.ɪk ˈpaʊ.dər/

Turmeric Powder

Kurkuma-Pulver
Meaning
ground turmeric root used as a spice and for its medicinal properties
Example
Add a pinch of turmeric powder to the curry for color and flavor.
Fügen Sie eine Prise Kurkuma-Pulver zum Curry hinzu, um Farbe und Geschmack zu verleihen.
B2 adjective /trɔːˈmætɪk/

traumatic

traumatisch
Meaning
Deeply distressing or disturbing, often related to emotional or physical injury.
Example
The accident was a traumatic experience for the entire family.
Der Unfall war eine traumatische Erfahrung für die ganze Familie.
B2 noun /taɪm ˈblɒk.ɪŋ/

time blocking

Zeitblockierung
Meaning
A time management method where you divide your day into blocks of time and assign specific activities to each block.
Example
Time-blocking helps in better productivity and efficiency.
Time-blocking hilft, die Produktivität und Effizienz zu verbessern.
B2 noun /tsuːˈnɑː.mi/

tsunami

tsunami
Meaning
a large sea wave caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption
Example
The tsunami devastated the coastal town, leaving thousands homeless.
Der Tsunami verwüstete die Küstenstadt und ließ Tausende von Menschen obdachlos.
B2 verb /tɔɪl/

Toil

hart arbeiten
Meaning
to work extremely hard for long periods
Example
Farmers toil in the fields from dawn to dusk.
Die Bauern toil auf den Feldern von der Morgendämmerung bis zum Abenddämmerung.
B2 verb /tiːz/

Tease

verspotten
Meaning
to make fun of someone in a playful or unkind way
Example
Children often tease their younger siblings playfully.
Kinder necken oft ihre jüngeren Geschwister verspielt.
B2 adjective /ˈtiːdiəs/

Tedious

langweilig; ermüdend
Meaning
tiresome because of length or dullness; boring and monotonous
Example
The lecture was so tedious that many students fell asleep.
Die Vorlesung war so langweilig, dass viele Studenten eingeschlafen sind.
B2 adjective /ˈθɜːrməl/

thermal

thermisch
Meaning
Related to heat or temperature.
Example
She wore a thermal jacket to stay warm in winter.
Sie trug eine thermische Jacke, um im Winter warm zu bleiben.
B2 verb /ˈtɑːləreɪt/

tolerate

tolerieren
Meaning
to accept or endure something unpleasant without complaining; to allow something to exist
Example
I cannot tolerate such rude behavior in my classroom.
Ich kann so ein unhöfliches Verhalten in meinem Klassenzimmer nicht tolerieren.
B2 noun /ˈtrʌmpɪt/

Trumpet

trompete
Meaning
a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; military signal instrument
Example
The soldier played the trumpet to signal the troops.
Der Soldat spielte die Trompete, um die Truppen zu signalisieren.
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.
B2 adverb /ˌðɛərˈbaɪ/

Thereby

dadurch;
Meaning
as a result of that; by that means
Example
He worked hard and thereby achieved success.
Er hat hart gearbeitet und dadurch Erfolg gehabt.
B2 noun /ˈtɜːr.naʊt/

turnout

Teilnahme
Meaning
the number of people who attend or participate in an event or activity
Example
The turnout at the rally was impressive, with thousands showing up.
Die Teilnahme an der Kundgebung war beeindruckend, mit Tausenden von Menschen, die erschienen.
B2 adjective ˌtek.nəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl

technological

technologisch
Meaning
Relating to or involving technology, especially scientific technology.
Example
Technological advancements enable futuristic projects.
Technologische Fortschritte ermöglichen futuristische Projekte.
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.
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.