B2 adjective /ʌnˈfeɪ.vər.ə.bəl/

Unfavourable

ungünstig; nachteilig

Meaning

not helpful or advantageous; adverse

Example

The weather conditions were unfavourable for our outdoor event.

Die Wetterbedingungen waren ungünstig für unser Outdoor-Event.

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 verb /ˈreɡjəleɪt/

regulate

regulieren

Meaning

to control or maintain according to rules or laws

Example

The government regulates food safety.

Die Regierung reguliert die Lebensmittelsicherheit.

B2 noun, verb /ræŋks/

ranks

Ränge

Meaning

Positions within a group, especially in a hierarchy or organization.

Example

He quickly moved up the ranks of the army.

Er stieg schnell in den Rängen der Armee auf.

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 /ˌkɒnsərˈveɪʃən ˈmuːvmənt/

Conservation Movement

Naturschutzbewegung

Meaning

A political, environmental, and social movement that seeks to protect natural resources including plant and animal species as well as their habitat for the future.

Example

The conservation movement began in the 19th century to protect wildlife.

Die Naturschutzbewegung begann im 19. Jahrhundert, um die Wildtiere zu schützen.

B2 noun /ˈpred.ə.ses.ər/

Predecessor

Vorgänger

Meaning

a person who held a job or office before the current holder; something that came before another thing

Example

The new manager learned from his predecessor's mistakes.

Der neue Manager lernte aus den Fehlern seines Vorgängers.

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 adjective /kənˈtɛmpərɛri/

contemporary

zeitgenössisch, modern

Meaning

belonging to the same time period; modern

Example

She enjoys contemporary art exhibitions.

Sie genießt zeitgenössische Kunstausstellungen.

B2 noun ˈhoʊmˌskuː.lɪŋ

homeschooling

Hausunterricht

Meaning

The practice of educating children at home rather than sending them to a school.

Example

Homeschooling allows parents to tailor education to their child's needs.

Homeschooling ermöglicht es Eltern, die Bildung an die Bedürfnisse ihres Kindes anzupassen.

B2 noun /ˈsæŋk.tʃuˌɛr.i/

sanctuary

Zufluchtsort

Meaning

A place of safety, refuge, or protection; a sacred place.

Example

The forest is a sanctuary for endangered animals.

Der Wald ist ein Zufluchtsort für gefährdete Tiere.

B2 noun /slæŋ/

Slang

Slang; umgangssprachliche Sprache

Meaning

very informal language that is usually spoken rather than written

Example

The teenagers used slang that their parents couldn't understand.

Die Teenager benutzten Slang, den ihre Eltern nicht verstehen konnten.

B2 noun /ˈɪm.pʌls/

Impulse

Impuls; plötzlicher Drang

Meaning

a sudden strong and unreflective urge or desire to act; a driving force or motivation

Example

She bought the expensive dress on impulse and later regretted the purchase.

Sie kaufte das teure Kleid im Impuls und bereute später den Kauf.

B2 noun /ˈrɛfjuːdʒ/

refuge

Zuflucht

Meaning

a place that provides shelter or protection from danger or distress

Example

The villagers took refuge in the temple during the storm.

Die Dorfbewohner suchten während des Sturms Zuflucht im Tempel.

B2 noun /ˈkæʒ.u.əl.ti/

Casualty

Opfer; Verletzter; Verlust

Meaning

a person killed or injured in a war or accident; a victim of circumstances

Example

The hospital treated many casualties from the car accident.

Das Krankenhaus behandelte viele Opfer des Autounfalls.

B2 verb /pɪəs/

pierce

durchbohren

Meaning

to make a hole through something; to penetrate with a sharp object

Example

The arrow will pierce through the target.

Der Pfeil wird das Ziel durchdringen.

B2 noun /ɪnˈspɛktər/

inspector

inspektor

Meaning

An official employed to ensure regulations are obeyed or standards are met.

Example

The inspector carefully checked the restaurant's kitchen for hygiene standards.

Der Inspektor überprüfte sorgfältig die Küche des Restaurants auf Hygienestandards.

B2 noun /wɪðˈdrɔːəl/

withdrawal

Abhebung

Meaning

the act of taking something back or removing oneself from a situation

Example

He made a withdrawal of $500 from his bank account.

Er hat 500 $ von seinem Bankkonto abgehoben.

B2 verb, noun /dɑːrt/

dart

Pfeil/plötzlich rennen

Meaning

to move suddenly and quickly; a small pointed missile thrown at a target

Example

The cat darted across the street to avoid the car.

Die Katze lief schnell über die Straße, um dem Auto zu entkommen.

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 verb /ˈflʌrɪʃ/

flourish

gedeihen

Meaning

To grow or develop in a healthy or successful way.

Example

Her business began to flourish after she introduced online sales.

Ihr Geschäft begann zu florieren, nachdem sie Online-Verkäufe eingeführt hatte.

B2 noun /ˈaɪ.lɪd/

Eyelid

Augenlid

Meaning

either of the upper or lower folds of skin that cover the eye when closed

Example

Her eyelids felt heavy with sleep.

Ihre Augenlider fühlten sich schwer vom Schlaf an.

B2 adjective /ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪkl/

economical

wirtschaftlich

Meaning

Careful in the use of resources; providing good value or efficiency.

Example

Driving a hybrid car is economical in the long run.

Ein Hybridauto zu fahren ist langfristig wirtschaftlich.

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊpi/

Soapy

mit Seife bedeckt; schäumend

Meaning

covered with soap; having the characteristics of soap; foamy

Example

The dishes were still soapy after washing.

Die Teller waren nach dem Spülen immer noch seifig.

B2 verb ˈel.ɪ.veɪt

elevate

erhöhen, anheben, auf ein höheres oder beeindruckenderes Niveau anheben

Meaning

To lift to a higher position; to raise to a more important or impressive level.

Example

Good leadership can elevate team performance.

Gute Führung kann die Teamleistung erhöhen.

B2 verb /dɒdʒ/

dodge

ausweichen

Meaning

to move quickly to one side to avoid something; to avoid dealing with something cleverly or dishonestly

Example

The boxer managed to dodge his opponent's punch.

Der Boxer schaffte es, dem Schlag seines Gegners auszuweichen.

B2 adjective /ˈɒp.tɪ.məl/

optimal

optimal, am besten

Meaning

Best or most favorable; the most effective under particular conditions.

Example

The optimal temperature for plant growth is around 25°C.

Die optimale Temperatur für das Pflanzenwachstum liegt bei etwa 25°C.

B2 noun /ˈtɛl.ər/

teller

Bankangestellter; Erzähler

Meaning

A person who counts and manages money at a bank; a person who tells or relates something

Example

The bank teller counted the cash carefully before handing it over.

Der Bankangestellte zählte das Bargeld sorgfältig, bevor er es übergab.

B2 adverb /ˈprez.ənt.li/

Presently

derzeit; bald; in Kürze

Meaning

at the present time; soon; in a little while

Example

The doctor will see you presently.

Der Arzt wird dich bald sehen.

B2 noun /dɪˈveləpər/

developer

Entwickler

Meaning

a person or company that creates software, buildings, or land projects

Example

She works as a software developer at a tech company.

Sie arbeitet als Softwareentwicklerin in einem Technologieunternehmen.

B2 noun /ɪnˈsɪstəns/

insistence

Insistenz

Meaning

the act of demanding something firmly or repeatedly

Example

At his insistence, we stayed longer.

Auf seine Insistenz hin blieben wir länger.

B2 noun /kənˈdʌktər/

conductor

Dirigent / Stromleiter

Meaning

a person who directs a performance or someone who collects fares on public transport; or a material that conducts electricity

Example

The conductor waved his baton to start the orchestra.

Der Dirigent schwenkte seinen Taktstock, um das Orchester zu beginnen.

B2 noun, verb /bluːm/

bloom

blühen

Meaning

to produce flowers; to develop or flourish; a flower or the state of flowering

Example

The roses bloom beautifully every spring.

Die Rosen blühen jeden Frühling wunderschön.

B2 noun/adjective /ˌædəˈlɛsənt/

adolescent

Jugendlicher

Meaning

A young person in the process of developing from a child into an adult.

Example

Adolescents often experience rapid physical and emotional changes.

Jugendliche erleben oft schnelle körperliche und emotionale Veränderungen.

B2 adjective /pəˈsɪs.tənt/

persistent

hartnäckig

Meaning

continuing to exist or endure over a prolonged period

Example

Despite many setbacks, her persistent efforts led to success.

Trotz vieler Rückschläge führten ihre hartnäckigen Bemühungen zum Erfolg.

B2 adjective, noun /ˌɪn.təlˈɛk.tʃu.əl/

intellectual

intellektuell

Meaning

Relating to the intellect; a person who engages in critical thinking and study.

Example

She enjoys intellectual discussions about philosophy.

Sie genießt intellektuelle Diskussionen über Philosophie.

B2 noun /ˌɛksɪˈkjuːʃən/

execution

Ausführung, Umsetzung

Meaning

the act of carrying out a plan, order, or legal sentence

Example

The success of a project depends on its proper execution.

Der Erfolg eines Projekts hängt von seiner richtigen Ausführung ab.

B2 adjective, noun /ˈfeɪʃəl/

facial

Gesichtsbehandlung

Meaning

Relating to the face; a beauty treatment for the face

Example

She booked a facial at the spa.

Sie hat eine Gesichtsbehandlung im Spa gebucht.

B2 adverb /ˈmen.tə.li/

Mentally

mental

Meaning

relating to the mind; in terms of mental processes

Example

She was mentally preparing herself for the exam.

Sie bereitete sich mental auf die Prüfung vor.

B2 adjective /ˈtʃuːzi/

choosy

wählerisch

Meaning

very careful in choosing; selective

Example

She is very choosy about the clothes she wears.

Sie ist sehr wählerisch bei den Kleidern, die sie trägt.

B2 noun /ˈmeɪn.tən.əns/

maintenance

Wartung

Meaning

The process of keeping something in proper working condition; upkeep.

Example

Regular maintenance increases the lifespan of machines.

Regelmaessige Wartung erhoeht die Lebensdauer von Maschinen.

B2 noun ˌsaɪ.bə.sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti

cybersecurity

Cybersicherheit

Meaning

The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks

Example

Cybersecurity ensures safe digital operations.

Cybersicherheit sorgt für sichere digitale Abläufe.

B2 verb /ˈkʌltɪveɪt/

cultivate

kultivieren

Meaning

to grow crops or plants; to develop or improve something

Example

Farmers cultivate rice in the paddy fields.

Landwirte kultivieren Reis auf den Reisfeldern.

B2 adjective /ˈkrɛd.ɪ.bəl/

credible

glaubwürdig

Meaning

able to be believed; convincing

Example

Her explanation was credible enough to convince the committee.

Ihre Erklärung war glaubwürdig genug, um den Ausschuss zu überzeugen.

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 noun /ˈpɪt.ʃər/

Pitcher

Kanne, Krug

Meaning

a large container with a handle and spout used for storing and pouring liquids

Example

The water pitcher on the table was filled with ice-cold lemonade.

Die Wasserkaraffe auf dem Tisch war mit eiskalter Limonade gefüllt.

B2 adjective ˈɡrædʒ.u.əl

gradual

allmählich

Meaning

Taking place or progressing slowly or by degrees.

Example

Gradual changes are more sustainable.

Allmähliche Veränderungen sind nachhaltiger.

B2 verb kəˈlæbəreɪt

collaborate

zusammenarbeiten

Meaning

To work jointly with others, especially in an intellectual endeavor; cooperate.

Example

Volunteers often collaborate with local organizations.

Freiwillige arbeiten oft mit lokalen Organisationen zusammen.

B2 adjective /ˈruːθ.ləs/

Ruthless

gnadenlos; grausam; ohne Mitleid

Meaning

showing no pity or compassion; cruel; merciless

Example

The ruthless dictator showed no mercy to his enemies.

Der gnadenlose Diktator zeigte seinen Feinden keine Gnade.

B2 verb /dɪsˈtʃɑːrdʒ/

discharge

Entlassung

Meaning

to release or dismiss from duty; to emit or give off

Example

The hospital will discharge the patient tomorrow.

Das Krankenhaus wird den Patienten morgen entlassen.

B2 noun /həˈraɪ.zən/

horizon

Horizont

Meaning

the line where the earth seems to meet the sky; the limit of one's knowledge, experience, or interest

Example

The sun disappeared below the horizon.

Die Sonne verschwand unter dem Horizont.

B2 noun ɪnˈhɑːns.mənt

enhancement

Verbesserung

Meaning

An increase or improvement in quality, value, or extent.

Example

Enhancement of education quality is vital.

Die Verbesserung der Bildungsqualität ist entscheidend.

B2 adjective /ɪˈmædʒ.ɪ.nər.i/

Imaginary

imaginär; fiktiv; nicht real

Meaning

existing only in imagination; not real; fictional

Example

The child had an imaginary friend who she talked to every day.

Das Kind hatte einen imaginären Freund, mit dem es jeden Tag sprach.

B2 noun ɪnˈdʒʌstɪs

injustice

ungerechtigkeit

Meaning

Lack of fairness or justice; the practice of being unjust or unfair.

Example

The story portrays the injustices faced by the common people.

Die Geschichte stellt die Ungerechtigkeiten dar, denen die gewöhnlichen Menschen gegenüberstehen.

B2 adjective dɪsˈrʌp.tɪv

disruptive

störend, destabilisierend

Meaning

Causing or tending to cause disruption.

Example

Deforestation has a disruptive effect on wildlife.

Abholzung hat eine störende Wirkung auf die Tierwelt.

B2 adjective /ˈmæn.ju.əl/

Manual

manuell

Meaning

done by hand; operated by hand; not automatic

Example

This is a manual process that requires careful attention.

Dies ist ein manueller Prozess, der sorgfältige Aufmerksamkeit erfordert.

B2 verb /soʊ/

sow

säen

Meaning

to plant seeds in the ground; to scatter seeds for growing

Example

The farmer will sow wheat seeds in the field tomorrow.

Der Bauer wird morgen Weizenkörner auf dem Feld säen.

B2 adjective /ʌnprɪˈpɛrd/

Unprepared

unvorbereitet

Meaning

not ready or able to deal with something

Example

He was unprepared for the difficult exam.

Er war unvorbereitet für die schwierige Prüfung.

B2 noun ˈprɑː.sest fuːdz

processed foods

verarbeitete Lebensmittel

Meaning

Foods that have been altered from their natural state through various methods such as canning, freezing, refrigeration, dehydration and aseptic processing.

Example

Excessive consumption of processed foods leads to health issues.

Übermäßiger Konsum von verarbeiteten Lebensmitteln führt zu Gesundheitsproblemen.

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.

B2 noun /ˈmæt.rəs/

Mattress

Matratze

Meaning

a large rectangular pad for supporting the reclining body, used as or on a bed

Example

We bought a new mattress for our bedroom.

Wir haben eine neue Matratze für unser Schlafzimmer gekauft.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈstrʌkʃənəl/

instructional

lehrreich

Meaning

providing knowledge or information; intended to teach

Example

The website offers many instructional videos for beginners.

Die Website bietet viele lehrreiche Videos für Anfänger an.

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 /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 /ˈed.ɪ.bəl/

Edible

essbar

Meaning

safe to eat; suitable for consumption

Example

Only edible mushrooms should be used in cooking.

Nur essbare Pilze sollten in der Küche verwendet werden.

B2 noun draʊt

drought

Dürre

Meaning

A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall; a shortage of water.

Example

Drought impacts crop growth significantly.

Dürre beeinträchtigt das Wachstum der Ernte erheblich.

B2 verb /pərˈsuː/

pursue

verfolgen

Meaning

to follow or chase with the intent to catch or achieve something

Example

She decided to pursue her dreams of becoming a doctor.

Sie entschied sich, ihre Träume, Ärztin zu werden, zu verfolgen.

B2 verb /ɪmˈplaɪ/

imply

andeuten

Meaning

To suggest something without directly stating it.

Example

Her tone seemed to imply that she was upset.

Ihr Ton schien zu implizieren, dass sie verärgert war.

B2 verb dɪˈtɪəriəreɪt

deteriorate

verschlechtern

Meaning

To become progressively worse in quality, condition, or performance; to decline.

Example

Unplanned growth can deteriorate living conditions.

Ungeplanter Wachstum kann die Lebensbedingungen verschlechtern.

B2 verb /rɪˈsaɪt/

recite

rezitieren

Meaning

To say aloud something learned, especially poetry or text, from memory.

Example

The child recited a poem in front of the class.

Das Kind rezitierte ein Gedicht vor der Klasse.

B2 noun /ˌkɒndɛnˈseɪʃən/

condensation

Kondensation

Meaning

The process of water vapor changing into liquid; also, the act of making something more concise.

Example

Condensation formed on the windows during the cold night.

Kondensation bildete sich auf den Fenstern während der kalten Nacht.

B2 noun /ˌmɛdɪˈteɪʃən/

meditation

Meditation

Meaning

The practice of focusing the mind to achieve calmness, clarity, or spiritual growth.

Example

She practices meditation every morning to start her day peacefully.

Sie praktiziert jeden Morgen Meditation, um ihren Tag in Ruhe zu beginnen.

B2 noun /ˈɛθɪks/

ethics

Ethik

Meaning

moral principles that govern a person's behavior or the conduct of an activity

Example

Business ethics require companies to act fairly and responsibly.

Unternehmensethik erfordert, dass Unternehmen fair und verantwortungsbewusst handeln.

B2 noun /wɜːrd fɔːrˈmeɪʃən/

word formation

Wortbildung

Meaning

the process by which new words are created or existing words are modified in a language

Example

Word formation helps learners understand how new vocabulary develops in English.

Die Wortbildung ist ein Teil der Linguistik.

B2 noun /ˈeɪlmənt/

ailment

Beschwerde

Meaning

An illness, typically a minor one.

Example

He went to the doctor for a minor stomach ailment.

Er ging zum Arzt wegen einer leichten Magenbeschwerde.

B2 verb /sweɪ/

sway

schwingen

Meaning

To move or cause to move slowly or rhythmically back and forth; to influence someone's opinion or decision.

Example

The trees swayed gently in the breeze.

Die Bäume schwankten sanft im Wind.

B2 noun ˌspɛk.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən

speculation

Spekulation

Meaning

Investment in stocks, property, or other ventures in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss.

Example

Stock market speculation can lead to high volatility.

Spekulation auf dem Aktienmarkt kann zu hoher Volatilität führen.

B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈiːt/

overeat

Glück

Meaning

To eat more food than the body needs.

Example

She tends to overeat when she is stressed.

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

B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zər/

Razor

rasierer

Meaning

a sharp-edged instrument used for shaving hair from the skin

Example

He shaved his beard with a sharp razor.

Er hat sich mit einem scharfen Rasierer den Bart rasiert.

B2 noun /əkˈnɒlɪdʒmənt/

acknowledgment

Anerkennung

Meaning

the act of accepting, admitting, or recognizing something

Example

He received an acknowledgment of his application.

Er erhielt eine Anerkennung für seine Bewerbung.

B2 noun /ˌriːprəˈdʌkʃən/

reproduction

Reproduktion, Fortpflanzung

Meaning

The process of producing offspring; the act of copying or duplicating.

Example

The textbook included a detailed diagram of human reproduction.

Das Lehrbuch enthielt ein detailliertes Diagramm der menschlichen Reproduktion.

B2 noun /ɪsˈlɑːm/

islam

Islam Religion

Meaning

the religion founded by the Prophet Muhammad, based on belief in one God (Allah)

Example

Islam emphasizes peace, justice, and compassion.

Der Islam betont Frieden, Gerechtigkeit und Mitgefühl.

B2 noun /ˈdɛpjʊti/

deputy

Stellvertreter

Meaning

A person appointed as a substitute with power to act.

Example

The deputy will lead the meeting in the manager’s absence.

Der Stellvertreter wird das Meeting in der Abwesenheit des Managers leiten.

B2 verb /əˈstaʊnd/

astound

verblüffen

Meaning

to greatly surprise or amaze someone

Example

The magician's final trick astounded the audience.

Der letzte Trick des Zauberers verblüffte das Publikum.

B2 noun /ˈɡæmblɪŋ/

gambling

Glücksspiel

Meaning

the activity of betting money or valuables on an outcome, often involving risk

Example

He got addicted to gambling at the casino.

Er wurde im Casino süchtig nach dem Glücksspiel.

B2 verb /ˈæktɪveɪt/

activate

aktivieren

Meaning

to make something start or function

Example

She pressed the button to activate the machine.

Sie drückte den Knopf, um die Maschine zu aktivieren.

B2 noun /ˈmɑːrkər/

marker

Marker, Markierstift

Meaning

an object used to indicate a position, place, or boundary; a pen with a thick tip used for writing or drawing

Example

He used a red marker to underline the important points.

Er benutzte einen roten Marker, um die wichtigen Punkte zu unterstreichen.

B2 noun /ˈaʊt.breɪk/

Out-break

Ausbruch

Meaning

a sudden occurrence or eruption of something, especially disease or violence

Example

The outbreak of flu affected many students in the school.

Der Ausbruch der Grippe hat viele Schüler in der Schule betroffen.

B2 adjective /ˈlækɪŋ/

lacking

Mangel

Meaning

not having enough of something; missing

Example

His report was lacking in detail.

Sein Bericht fehlte an Details.

B2 noun /ˈtɪmbər/

timber

Holz

Meaning

wood prepared for use in building and carpentry

Example

The house was built entirely from local timber.

Das Haus wurde vollständig aus lokalem Holz gebaut.

B2 adverb /ˈʃɑːrpli/

sharply

plötzlich

Meaning

suddenly and strongly; in a cutting or intense way

Example

Prices rose sharply after the announcement.

Die Preise stiegen plötzlich nach der Ankündigung.

B2 noun, verb /stiːm/

steam

Dampf

Meaning

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

Example

The kettle was steaming on the stove.

Der Wasserkocher dampfte auf dem Herd.

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 adjective /ˈpeɪ.ə.bəl/

Payable

fällig

Meaning

required to be paid; owed as a debt

Example

The amount is payable within thirty days of the invoice date.

Der Betrag ist innerhalb von dreißig Tagen nach Rechnungsdatum fällig.

B2 adjective dʒəˈnet.ɪk

genetic

genetisch

Meaning

Relating to genes or heredity; concerning the transmission of inherited characteristics.

Example

Genetic traits influence physical characteristics.

Genetische Merkmale beeinflussen körperliche Eigenschaften.

B2 noun /prəˈtɛstər/

protester

Demonstrant

Meaning

a person who takes part in a protest or demonstration

Example

The protester spoke passionately about the cause.

Der Demonstrant sprach leidenschaftlich über die Sache.

B2 adjective /ˈspiːtʃləs/

speechless

sprachlos

Meaning

Unable to speak because of shock, surprise, or strong emotion.

Example

She was speechless when she received the award.

Sie war sprachlos, als sie den Preis erhielt.

B2 noun /ˈlɪtə(r)/

liter

Liter

Meaning

a metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimeter

Example

The recipe calls for two liters of water.

Im Rezept werden zwei Liter Wasser benötigt.

B2 noun /krɪˈeɪtə/

creator

Schöpfer

Meaning

a person who brings something into existence

Example

He is the creator of many successful startups.

Er ist der Schöpfer vieler erfolgreicher Startups.

B2 verb /reɪn/

reign

herrschen

Meaning

to rule as a king or queen; to be dominant

Example

The queen reigned for over sixty years.

Die Königin regierte über sechzig Jahre lang.

B2 noun ˈlɛɡ.ə.si

legacy

Vermächtnis

Meaning

An amount of money or property left to someone in a will; something left or handed down by a predecessor.

Example

His contributions left a lasting legacy in the industry.

Seine Beiträge hinterließen ein bleibendes Vermächtnis in der Industrie.

B2 noun /ɔːrˈɡæn.ɪk ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ/

organic farming

biologische Landwirtschaft

Meaning

Farming method that avoids synthetic chemicals and fertilizers, using natural methods instead.

Example

Organic farming improves soil health and reduces pollution.

Biologische Landwirtschaft verbessert die Gesundheit des Bodens und reduziert die Verschmutzung.

B2 verb /ˈfrʌsˌtreɪt/

frustrate

frustrieren

Meaning

to prevent from accomplishing; to make someone feel annoyed

Example

The traffic jam frustrated all the commuters.

Der Verkehrsstau frustrierte alle Pendler.

B2 verb /ˈdʒʌstɪfaɪ/

justify

rechtfertigen

Meaning

to show or prove that something is right or reasonable

Example

He tried to justify his decision with logical reasons.

Er versuchte, seine Entscheidung mit logischen Gründen zu rechtfertigen.

B2 adverb /ʌnˈplɛzəntli/

unpleasantly

unangenehm

Meaning

in a way that causes discomfort, annoyance, or displeasure; in an unfriendly or disagreeable manner

Example

The room was unpleasantly hot during the afternoon.

Der Raum war am Nachmittag unangenehm heiß.

B2 verb /ɒpt/

opt

wählen

Meaning

to choose or decide to do something instead of something else

Example

Many students opt to study abroad for better opportunities.

Viele Studenten entscheiden sich, im Ausland zu studieren, um bessere Möglichkeiten zu haben.

B2 adverb /rɪˈɡɑrdləs/

regardless

unabhängig von

Meaning

without paying attention to the current situation or condition

Example

She will go to the party regardless of the weather.

Sie wird zur Party gehen, unabhängig vom Wetter.

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 adjective /ɪˈmætʃʊr/

Immature

unreif; nicht vollständig entwickelt; kindlich

Meaning

not fully developed; lacking emotional or intellectual development; childish

Example

His immature behavior during the meeting disappointed everyone.

Sein unreifes Verhalten während des Treffens enttäuschte alle.

B2 noun /ˈaʊtlʊk/

outlook

Aussicht, Prognose

Meaning

a person's general attitude or view; a forecast or prospect

Example

The economic outlook for the year is positive.

Der wirtschaftliche Ausblick für das Jahr ist positiv.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈsteɪbəl/

Unstable

instabil

Meaning

likely to change; not steady or secure; unsteady

Example

The unstable economy made people worried about their jobs.

Die instabile Wirtschaft sorgte dafür, dass sich die Menschen um ihre Arbeitsplätze sorgten.

B2 noun /ˈɑːrkaɪvz/

B2 verb /ˈɡʌvərn/

govern

regieren

Meaning

to control and direct the public policy and affairs of a state, organization, or people

Example

The president governs the country wisely.

Der Präsident regiert das Land weise.

B2 noun /lʌŋ/

Lung

Lunge

Meaning

either of the two organs in the chest that you use for breathing

Example

Smoking can cause serious damage to your lungs.

Rauchen kann ernsthafte Schäden an deinen Lungen verursachen.

B2 noun /ɪmˈpeɪʃəns/

impatience

Ungeduld

Meaning

The state of being quickly irritated or unable to wait calmly.

Example

His impatience grew as the meeting dragged on.

Seine Ungeduld wuchs, als sich das Treffen in die Länge zog.

B2 adjective /ˈvɜː.sə.taɪl/

versatile

vielseitig

Meaning

Able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities; having many uses or applications.

Example

He is a versatile musician who can play multiple instruments.

Er ist ein vielseitiger Musiker, der mehrere Instrumente spielen kann.

B2 noun /kəˈmiː.li.ən/

Chameleon

Chamäleon

Meaning

a lizard that can change color to match its surroundings

Example

The chameleon changed its color from green to brown.

Das Chamäleon änderte seine Farbe von grün zu braun.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtɛns/

intense

intensiv

Meaning

Of extreme force, degree, or strength.

Example

She felt intense pain after the accident.

Sie fühlte nach dem Unfall intensive Schmerzen.

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 noun /ˈpɪlər/

pillar

säule

Meaning

a strong vertical support or mainstay of a structure or system

Example

The ancient temple was supported by massive stone pillars.

Der alte Tempel wurde von riesigen Steinsäulen gestützt.