B2 adjective /ʌnˈwel.kəm/

Unwelcome

unerwünscht; nicht gewollt; unwillkommen

Meaning

not wanted or accepted; not invited or pleasant

Example

The unwelcome news ruined their vacation plans.

Die unerwünschte Nachricht ruinierte ihre Urlaubspläne.

B2 adjective /daɪˈnæm.ɪk/

dynamic

dynamisch

Meaning

Characterized by constant change, activity, or progress.

Example

Life flows in a dynamic stream.

Das Leben fließt in einem dynamischen Strom.

B2 verb /dɪˈzɒlv/

dissolve

auflösen

Meaning

to melt or become liquid; to officially end or break up an agreement or organization

Example

The sugar will dissolve quickly in hot tea.

Der Zucker wird schnell in heißem Tee aufgelöst.

B2 noun /ˈswiː.pər/

Sweeper

Kehrmaschine

Meaning

a person whose job is to clean floors and streets by sweeping

Example

The sweeper cleaned the school corridor every morning.

Der Kehraus reinigte jeden Morgen den Schulflur.

B2 noun /faʊl/

Fowl

Geflügel

Meaning

a domesticated bird kept for meat or eggs; chicken or other poultry

Example

The farmer raised fowl in his backyard for fresh eggs and meat.

Der Bauer züchtete Geflügel in seinem Garten für frische Eier und Fleisch.

B2 noun /dɪˌtɜː.mɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

determination

Entschlossenheit

Meaning

Firmness of purpose; the quality of being determined; resolve.

Example

His determination to succeed was unwavering.

Seine Entschlossenheit, Erfolg zu haben, war unerschütterlich.

B2 verb /ˈtrænsplænt/

transplant

transplantieren

Meaning

to move something, especially a plant or organ, from one place to another

Example

The doctors transplanted a kidney into the patient.

Die Ärzte transplantierten eine Niere in den Patienten.

B2 noun kəˌlæbəˈreɪʃən

collaboration

zusammenarbeit

Meaning

The action of working with someone to produce or create something

Example

International collaboration is necessary to fight pollution.

Internationale Zusammenarbeit ist notwendig, um gegen die Verschmutzung zu kämpfen.

B2 noun /ˈbɒmər/

Bomber

Bomberflugzeug

Meaning

military aircraft designed to drop bombs on targets

Example

The bomber squadron flew over the city at dawn.

Die Bomberstaffel flog bei Morgengrauen über die Stadt.

B2 verb, noun, adjective /ˈɔːltərnət/ (adj, noun), /ˈɔːltərˌneɪt/ (verb)

alternate

wechseln, alternativ

Meaning

to occur in turn repeatedly; to take turns; also, a substitute or replacement

Example

The students alternate between online and offline classes.

Die Studenten wechseln sich zwischen Online- und Offline-Kursen ab.

B2 noun /ˈaɪ.bɔːl/

Eyeball

Augapfel

Meaning

the round part of the eye within the eyelids and socket

Example

The doctor examined his eyeball carefully.

Der Arzt hat seinen Augapfel sorgfältig untersucht.

B2 adjective /fəˈɡɪv.ɪŋ/

Forgiving

vergebend

Meaning

ready and willing to forgive; merciful; lenient

Example

She has a forgiving nature and rarely holds grudges.

Sie hat eine vergebende Natur und hält selten Groll.

B2 noun /kəˈlɛktər/

collector

Sammler

Meaning

a person who collects things as a hobby or job

Example

He is a stamp collector with thousands of rare items.

Er ist ein Briefmarkensammler mit Tausenden von seltenen Artikeln.

B2 noun/verb /rɪˈmɑːrk/

remark

Bemerkung

Meaning

something that is said; a comment

Example

She made a remark about the weather.

Sie machte eine Bemerkung über das Wetter.

B2 noun /ˈprɛmɪs/

premise

Prämisse / Gebäude

Meaning

a statement or idea on which reasoning or an argument is based; also a building or property

Example

His argument was based on a false premise.

Sein Argument basierte auf einer falschen Prämisse.

B2 noun /faɪˈnæn.ʃəl rɪˌspɒn.sɪˈbɪl.ə.ti/

financial responsibility

finanzielle Verantwortung

Meaning

The practice of managing money and other financial resources in a responsible and effective manner.

Example

Financial responsibility ensures long-term economic stability.

Finanzielle Verantwortung gewährleistet langfristige wirtschaftliche Stabilität.

B2 noun /ˈprɑsɪˌkjuːtər/

prosecutor

Staatsanwalt

Meaning

a lawyer who represents the government in criminal cases

Example

The prosecutor argued that the defendant was guilty of the crime.

Der Staatsanwalt argumentierte, dass der Angeklagte des Verbrechens schuldig war.

B2 adjective /ɪˈmɜːrdʒɪŋ/

emerging

aufstrebend

Meaning

becoming known, developing, or starting to exist

Example

Bangladesh is one of the fastest emerging economies in the world.

Bangladesch ist eine der am schnellsten wachsenden aufstrebenden Volkswirtschaften der Welt.

B2 adverb /rɪˈspektɪvli/

Respectively

jeweils; in der angegebenen Reihenfolge; getrennt und in der bereits erwähnten Reihenfolge

Meaning

in the order given; separately and in the order already mentioned

Example

John and Mary are 25 and 30 years old respectively.

John und Mary sind jeweils 25 und 30 Jahre alt.

B2 noun /ˈwɔːfeər/

Warfare

Krieg

Meaning

armed conflict between different countries or groups; the activity of fighting a war

Example

Modern warfare involves advanced technology and strategic planning.

Moderne Kriegsführung umfasst fortschrittliche Technologie und strategische Planung.

B2 adverb /ɪnˈɛvɪtəbli/

inevitably

unvermeidlich

Meaning

in a way that cannot be avoided or prevented

Example

Inevitably, the team faced challenges during the project.

Unvermeidlich stand das Team während des Projekts vor Herausforderungen.

B2 verb /ˈælaɪ/

ally

verbünden

Meaning

To unite or form a connection or partnership with another person, group, or nation.

Example

The two countries decided to ally against their common enemy.

Die beiden Länder beschlossen, sich gegen ihren gemeinsamen Feind zu verbünden.

B2 noun /pʌŋk/

punk

Punk

Meaning

a type of popular music, or the culture associated with it, characterized by loud, fast rhythms and rebellious attitudes

Example

He’s always been into punk music and fashion.

Er ist immer in Punk-Musik und Mode interessiert gewesen.

B2 adjective /ˈlæstɪŋ/

Lasting

beständig; dauerhaft

Meaning

enduring for a long time; permanent; durable

Example

Their friendship had a lasting impact on both their lives.

Ihre Freundschaft hatte einen beständigen Einfluss auf ihr Leben.

B2 noun /ˈrɪŋkəl/

Wrinkle

Falte

Meaning

a small line or fold in something, especially fabric or skin; a crease

Example

She noticed a few wrinkles around her eyes.

Sie bemerkte einige Falten um ihre Augen.

B2 verb /ˌdaɪəɡˈnoʊz/

diagnose

diagnostizieren

Meaning

To identify a disease, condition, or problem by examining symptoms.

Example

The doctor diagnosed him with pneumonia.

Der Arzt diagnostizierte ihn mit einer Lungenentzündung.

B2 noun /əˈlaʊəns/

Allowance

Taschengeld

Meaning

a sum of money paid regularly to a person; permission to do something

Example

Children receive a weekly allowance for helping with chores.

Kinder erhalten ein wöchentliches Taschengeld für die Hilfe bei den Hausarbeiten.

B2 noun /fleɪm/

Flame

Flamme

Meaning

a hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by something on fire

Example

The candle flame flickered gently in the evening breeze.

Die Kerzenflamme flackerte sanft im Abendwind.

B2 adjective /ˌmænˈmeɪd/

manmade

vom Menschen gemacht

Meaning

something created or built by humans rather than occurring naturally

Example

This lake is manmade, not natural.

Dieser See ist vom Menschen gemacht, nicht natürlich.

B2 noun /ˈsɪblɪŋ/

sibling

Geschwister

Meaning

A brother or sister.

Example

She has three siblings, two brothers and one sister.

Sie hat drei Geschwister, zwei Brüder und eine Schwester.

B2 verb /kriːp/

creep

kriechen

Meaning

to move slowly and quietly; to make someone feel uncomfortable

Example

She crept quietly up the stairs to avoid waking anyone.

Sie schlich leise die Treppe hinauf, um niemanden zu wecken.

B2 adjective /ˈkwestʃənəbl/

Questionable

zweifelhaft

Meaning

doubtful; dubious; suspicious; open to doubt or suspicion

Example

His questionable business practices led to an investigation.

Seine fragwürdigen Geschäftspraktiken führten zu einer Untersuchung.

B2 noun /ˌproʊɪˈbɪʃən/

prohibition

Verbot

Meaning

The act of forbidding something by law or authority.

Example

The government announced the prohibition of smoking in public places.

Die Regierung kündigte das Verbot des Rauchens an öffentlichen Orten an.

B2 noun /hʌt/

hut

Hütte

Meaning

a small simple shelter or house

Example

They lived in a small wooden hut near the river.

Sie lebten in einer kleinen Holz-Hütte nahe dem Fluss.

B2 noun /dɪˈpen.dənt/

Dependent

abhängig; auf Unterhalt angewiesen

Meaning

a person who relies on another for financial support; someone who depends on others

Example

As a tax dependent, she could not file her own tax return separately.

Als steuerpflichtiger Abhängiger konnte sie ihre eigene Steuererklärung nicht separat einreichen.

B2 noun /plʌɡ/

plug

Stecker

Meaning

a device used to connect or block an opening

Example

She inserted the plug into the socket.

Sie steckte den Stecker in die Steckdose.

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 noun /ˌɪm.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

Imitation

Imitation; Nachahmung; Kopie

Meaning

the action of using someone or something as a model; a copy of something original

Example

His imitation of the famous actor was so good that everyone burst into laughter.

seine Imitation des berühmten Schauspielers war so gut, dass alle in Lachen ausbrachen.

B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈɛstɪmeɪt/

underestimate

unterschätzen

Meaning

To judge something as less important or smaller than it really is.

Example

Never underestimate the power of teamwork.

Unterschätze niemals die Kraft der Teamarbeit.

B2 adjective /ˈtʃuː.zi/

Choosey/Choosy

wählerisch; sehr selektiv; besonders in Bezug auf das, was einem gefällt oder akzeptiert wird

Meaning

very careful in choosing; selective; particular about what one likes or accepts

Example

He's very choosy about the restaurants where he eats.

Er ist sehr wählerisch bei den Restaurants, in denen er isst.

B2 noun /ˈdaʊn.fɔːl/

Downfall

Niedergang; Fall; Ruin

Meaning

a loss of power, prosperity, or status; the cause of such a loss

Example

His arrogance and pride led to his eventual downfall in business.

Seine Arroganz und sein Stolz führten zu seinem endgültigen Fall im Geschäft.

B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/

allocation

Zuteilung

Meaning

The action or process of distributing resources or duties for a particular purpose.

Example

Budget allocation for education must be increased.

Die Budgetzuteilung für Bildung muss erhöht werden.

B2 verb /kənˈfɔːrm/

conform

sich anpassen

Meaning

To comply with rules, standards, or laws.

Example

Students must conform to the school regulations.

Die Studenten müssen sich an die Schulvorschriften halten.

B2 noun rɪˈzɪl.i.əns

resilience

Resilienz

Meaning

The ability to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.

Example

Testing the resilience of wood is crucial.

Die Resilienz von Holz zu testen ist entscheidend.

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 noun /ˈɑː.mənd/

Almond

Mandel

Meaning

edible seed of the almond tree

Example

Almonds are a healthy snack rich in protein and good fats.

Mandeln sind ein gesunder Snack, der reich an Eiweiß und guten Fetten ist.

B2 adjective /prəˈfaʊnd/

profound

tiefgreifend

Meaning

Very great or intense; having deep insight or understanding.

Example

The speech had a profound impact on the audience.

Die Rede hatte einen tiefgreifenden Einfluss auf das Publikum.

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 adjective /ˈlɛdʒɪslətɪv/

legislative

gesetzgeberisch

Meaning

relating to the making of laws

Example

The legislative body passed the new tax bill.

Das gesetzgebende Gremium hat das neue Steuergesetz verabschiedet.

B2 noun ɪnˈdev.ər

endeavor

Bemühung

Meaning

An attempt to achieve a goal; a serious determined effort.

Example

The endeavor to innovate space tourism is ambitious.

Der Versuch, den Weltraumtourismus zu innovieren, ist ehrgeizig.

B2 noun /ˈruːlɪŋ/

ruling

Urteil

Meaning

an official decision made by a judge or authority.

Example

The court’s ruling favored the defendant.

Das Urteil des Gerichts begünstigte den Angeklagten.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈiːkwəl/

Unequal

ungleich; ungerecht;

Meaning

not the same in quantity, size, or value; not fair or just

Example

The distribution of wealth is unequal in many countries.

Die Verteilung des Wohlstands ist in vielen Ländern ungleich.

B2 noun ˈlɛvərɪdʒ

leverage

Hebelwirkung

Meaning

The use of borrowed capital or resources to increase the potential return of an investment; using something to maximum advantage.

Example

Leverage amplifies your efforts and scales your work.

Hebelwirkung verstärkt deine Bemühungen und skaliert deine Arbeit.

B2 noun /kənˈsʌmp.ʃən/

Consumption

Konsum

Meaning

The using up of a resource or the amount of a product consumed by consumers.

Example

High energy consumption leads to increased electricity bills.

Hoher Energieverbrauch führt zu höheren Stromrechnungen.

B2 verb /ˈæləkeɪt/

allocate

zuweisen

Meaning

to distribute or assign resources, duties, or responsibilities for a specific purpose

Example

The manager allocated funds for the new project.

Der Manager hat Mittel für das neue Projekt zugewiesen.

B2 verb /ˈskrɪbəl/

scribble

kritzeln

Meaning

to write or draw carelessly or quickly

Example

The child scribbled all over the wall.

Das Kind kritzelte überall an der Wand.

B2 verb /mɛnd/

mend

reparieren

Meaning

To repair something that is broken or damaged.

Example

She learned to mend her torn dress.

Sie hat gelernt, ihr zerrissenes Kleid zu reparieren.

B2 noun /stɑːr fɪʃ/

Star fish

Seestern

Meaning

a marine echinoderm with five or more radiating arms, typically found on the sea floor

Example

The starfish slowly moved across the ocean floor searching for food.

Der Seestern bewegte sich langsam über den Meeresboden auf der Suche nach Nahrung.

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 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 /əbˈdʒek.ʃən/

Objection

Einwand; Protest; Widerspruch;

Meaning

an expression of disagreement or disapproval; a reason for disagreeing

Example

The lawyer raised an objection during the trial.

Der Anwalt erhob während des Prozesses Einspruch.

B2 noun ˌkʌl.tɪˈveɪ.ʃən

cultivation

Anbau

Meaning

The practice of preparing and using land for crops or gardening; the action of improving or developing something.

Example

The cultivation of organic crops has increased worldwide.

Der Anbau von Bio-Kulturen hat weltweit zugenommen.

B2 adjective /ˈdɛlɪkət/

delicate

zerbrechlich

Meaning

Easily broken or damaged; requiring careful handling.

Example

The vase is very delicate, so handle it with care.

Die Vase ist sehr zerbrechlich, also handle sie vorsichtig.

B2 adverb /pɪˈkju:.li.ə.li/

Peculiarly

auf seltsame Weise; auf ungewöhnliche Weise

Meaning

in a strange or unusual way; in a manner that is distinctive or characteristic

Example

She dressed peculiarly for the formal dinner, wearing bright colors and unusual patterns.

Sie zog sich auf eine seltsame Weise für das formelle Abendessen an, trug helle Farben und ungewöhnliche Muster.

B2 verb /ˈvæksɪneɪt/

vaccinate

impfen

Meaning

to give a vaccine to protect against a disease

Example

Children are usually vaccinated before starting school.

Kinder werden in der Regel vor dem Schulbeginn geimpft.

B2 adjective /əˈfekʃənət/

Affectionate

zärtlich; liebevoll; fürsorglich; zuneigung zeigend

Meaning

loving; caring; tender; showing affection

Example

She is very affectionate towards her children.

Sie ist sehr fürsorglich gegenüber ihren Kindern.

B2 adverb /ˈden.sli/

densely

dicht

Meaning

In a closely compacted or crowded manner.

Example

The area is densely covered with trees.

Das Gebiet ist dicht mit Bäumen bedeckt.

B2 noun /ˈkɔːtruːm/

courtroom

Gerichtssaal

Meaning

a room in which legal cases are heard and decided by a judge

Example

The witness was called to testify in the courtroom.

Der Zeuge wurde aufgefordert, im Gerichtssaal auszusagen.

B2 verb /dɪˈskrɪmɪˌneɪt/

discriminate

diskriminieren

Meaning

To treat someone unfairly based on race, gender, or other differences; or to recognize a distinction.

Example

The law prohibits employers from discriminating against women.

Das Gesetz verbietet es Arbeitgebern, gegen Frauen zu diskriminieren.

B2 adjective /ɪkˈskluːdɪd/

Excluded

ausgeschlossen; abgelehnt

Meaning

not included; left out; barred from participation

Example

He felt excluded from the group activities and conversations.

Er fühlte sich von den Gruppenaktivitäten und Gesprächen ausgeschlossen.

B2 adjective /ˈkwɑːn.tɪ.teɪ.tɪv/

Quantitative

quantitativ

Meaning

relating to quantity or amount; expressed in terms of numbers or measurements

Example

The study provides quantitative evidence of climate change effects.

Die Studie liefert quantitative Beweise für die Auswirkungen des Klimawandels.

B2 adjective /ˈlɔɪ.əl/

Loyal

loyal; treu; zuverlässig

Meaning

faithful; devoted; trustworthy

Example

He remained loyal to his friends through difficult times.

Er blieb seinen Freunden in schwierigen Zeiten loyal.

B2 adjective /əˈlaɪd/

Allied

verbündet; assoziiert; verbunden

Meaning

joined by agreement or treaty; associated; connected

Example

The allied forces worked together during the war.

Die alliierten Truppen arbeiteten während des Krieges zusammen.

B2 noun /menˈtæləti/

Mentality

mentalität; denkweise

Meaning

The characteristic attitude of mind or way of thinking of a person or group

Example

The team needs to develop a winning mentality to succeed.

Das Team muss eine gewinnende Mentalität entwickeln, um erfolgreich zu sein.

B2 noun, verb /striːk/

streak

Spur oder Linie; sich sehr schnell in eine bestimmte Richtung bewegen

Meaning

a long, thin line or mark; to move very quickly in a specified direction

Example

Lightning streaked across the night sky.

Der Blitz zog über den Nachthimmel.

B2 noun /liːk/

Leak

leck; loch

Meaning

a hole in a container or covering through which contents escape or enter accidentally

Example

There is a leak in the water pipe.

Es gibt ein Leck im Wasserrohr.

B2 adjective /nəˈtɔːriəs/

notorious

berüchtigt

Meaning

Famous or well-known for something bad or undesirable

Example

The area is notorious for its high crime rate.

Das Gebiet ist berüchtigt wegen seiner hohen Kriminalitätsrate.

B2 verb /ɡreɪz/

graze

Glück

Meaning

To feed on grass; to touch or scrape lightly while passing.

Example

The cows graze in the meadow every morning.

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

B2 noun /ˈhæs.əl/

Hassle

Ärger; Unannehmlichkeit; Schwierigkeiten

Meaning

irritating inconvenience; trouble or difficulty; a situation causing problems

Example

Booking tickets online can save you the hassle of waiting in long queues at the theater.

Das Buchen von Tickets online kann Ihnen den Ärger ersparen, in langen Warteschlangen im Theater zu stehen.

B2 verb /əˈbaɪd/

abide

befolgen

Meaning

to accept or act in accordance with; to endure; to dwell

Example

I will abide by the rules of the company.

Ich werde den Regeln des Unternehmens folgen.

B2 noun /ˌsɪmjuˈleɪʃən/

simulation

Simulation

Meaning

the imitation of a situation or process

Example

The simulation helped the students understand the complex theory.

Die Simulation half den Studierenden, die komplexe Theorie zu verstehen.

B2 noun /əˈplɔːz/

applause

applaus

Meaning

the sound of people clapping their hands to show approval or enjoyment

Example

The actor received loud applause after his performance.

Der Schauspieler erhielt nach seiner Aufführung einen lauten Applaus.

B2 noun /ˈspɒnsər/

sponsor

Sponsor

Meaning

a person or organization that provides funds for a project or activity in exchange for publicity or support

Example

The company became the main sponsor of the event.

Das Unternehmen wurde der Hauptsponsor der Veranstaltung.

B2 verb rɪˈzaɪn

resign

zurücktreten

Meaning

Voluntarily leave a job or other position.

Example

Ministers were forced to resign.

Die Minister wurden gezwungen, zurückzutreten.

B2 noun/adjective /səˈvɪliən/

civilian

Zivilist

Meaning

a person not in the armed forces or police

Example

The area was evacuated to protect the civilians.

Das Gebiet wurde evakuiert, um die Zivilisten zu schützen.

B2 noun /wiːd/

Weed

Unkraut

Meaning

a wild plant growing where it is not wanted; unwanted plant

Example

The garden was full of weeds that needed to be removed.

Der Garten war voller Unkraut, das entfernt werden musste.

B2 adjective /əˈfen.sɪv/

Offensive

beleidigend; insultierend; aggressiv

Meaning

causing displeasure or resentment; insulting; aggressive

Example

His offensive remarks hurt everyone's feelings.

Seine beleidigenden Bemerkungen verletzten die Gefühle aller.

B2 adjective /ˈvɜː.bəl/

verbal

verbal, durch Worte ausgedrückt

Meaning

Relating to or in the form of words; spoken rather than written.

Example

Verbal communication is essential in most situations.

Verbale Kommunikation ist in den meisten Situationen wichtig.

B2 noun /ɪnˈfek.ʃən/

Infection

Infektion

Meaning

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

Example

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

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

B2 noun /ˈʃɪpɪŋ/

shipping

Versand

Meaning

the process of transporting goods

Example

The shipping of the products was delayed due to weather conditions.

Der Versand der Produkte wurde aufgrund der Wetterbedingungen verzögert.

B2 adjective /ˈmjuːtʃuəl/

Mutual

gegenseitig

Meaning

shared by two or more parties; reciprocal

Example

They have a mutual respect for each other.

Sie haben gegenseitigen Respekt füreinander.

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 verb /spreɪ/

spray

sprühen

Meaning

to apply liquid to something in a fine mist

Example

She sprayed perfume on her wrist before leaving.

Sie sprühte Parfüm auf ihr Handgelenk, bevor sie ging.

B2 adjective /ˈstɛdi/

steady

stabil

Meaning

firm, stable, and not likely to change suddenly

Example

He kept his hand steady while painting the picture.

Er hielt seine Hand stabil, während er das Bild malte.

B2 adverb /ˈbrɔːdli/

broadly

weitgehend

Meaning

in a general or wide manner.

Example

The rules are broadly similar across all regions.

Die Regeln sind in allen Regionen weitgehend ähnlich.

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 noun /ɪmˈpɒlɪtnəs/

impoliteness

Unhöflichkeit

Meaning

lack of good manners or courtesy; rude behavior

Example

His impoliteness towards the guests shocked everyone.

Seine Unhöflichkeit gegenüber den Gästen schockierte alle.

B2 noun /ɪnˈdjʊə.rəns/

endurance

ausdauer

Meaning

The fact or power of enduring an unpleasant or difficult process or situation without giving way.

Example

Running a marathon requires exceptional endurance.

Einen Marathon zu laufen erfordert außergewöhnliche Ausdauer.

B2 adverb /ɪmˈpeɪʃəntli/

impatiently

ungeduldig

Meaning

in a manner showing annoyance or restlessness due to delay or waiting

Example

She tapped her fingers impatiently while waiting for the reply.

Sie klopfte ungeduldig mit den Fingern, während sie auf die Antwort wartete.

B2 noun breɪn ˈtreɪ.nɪŋ

brain-training

Gehirntraining

Meaning

Mental exercises designed to improve cognitive functions, memory retention, and overall brain performance.

Example

Regular brain-training can improve memory retention.

Regelmäßiges Gehirntraining kann das Erinnerungsvermögen verbessern.

B2 noun /ˈvɛtərən/

veteran

erfahrener Mensch / ehemaliger Soldat

Meaning

a person who has long experience in a particular field or an ex-member of the armed forces

Example

He is a veteran of the software industry.

Er ist ein Veteran der Softwareindustrie.

B2 adjective ˌtræns.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən.əl

transformational

transformativ

Meaning

Causing or able to cause an important and lasting change in someone or something.

Example

Transformational projects redefine progress.

Transformative Projekte definieren den Fortschritt neu.

B2 noun /ˈreɪ.zən/

Raisin

rosine

Meaning

dried grape

Example

She added raisins to the oatmeal cookies for extra sweetness.

Sie fügte Rosinen zu den Haferkeksen für zusätzliche Süße hinzu.

B2 noun /məˈlɛəriə/

malaria

Malaria

Meaning

a serious infectious disease spread by mosquitoes, causing fever, chills, and sweating

Example

Malaria is a common disease in tropical regions.

Malaria ist eine häufige Krankheit in tropischen Regionen.

B2 verb /kənˈfaɪd/

confide

vertraulich erzählen

Meaning

To tell someone about a secret or private matter while trusting them not to repeat it.

Example

He confided his worries to his best friend.

Er vertraute sich seinem besten Freund an.

B2 noun /ˈweər.ə.baʊts/

Whereabouts

aufenthaltsort; ort; position

Meaning

the place where someone or something is located

Example

Nobody knows the whereabouts of the missing person.

Niemand weiß, wo sich die vermisste Person aufhält.

B2 adjective /prɪˈzentəbl/

Presentable

präsentabel; geeignet, in der Öffentlichkeit gesehen zu werden

Meaning

neat and suitable for being seen in public; acceptable in appearance

Example

Make sure you look presentable for the job interview.

Stellen Sie sicher, dass Sie für das Vorstellungsgespräch präsentabel aussehen.

B2 noun /ˈbeɪ.zəl/

Basil

basilikum

Meaning

an aromatic herb with green leaves used in cooking, especially Italian cuisine

Example

The pasta sauce was flavored with fresh basil.

Die Pasta-Sauce war mit frischem Basilikum gewürzt.

B2 noun /klɔː/

Claw

Kralle

Meaning

sharp curved nail on the foot of an animal or bird

Example

The cat extended its sharp claws to climb the tree.

Die Katze streckte ihre scharfen Krallen aus, um den Baum zu erklimmen.

B2 noun /pliː/

Plea

Plädoyer; Antrag; Entschuldigung

Meaning

an urgent and emotional request; a defendant's formal response to a criminal charge; an excuse or justification

Example

She made a plea for help during the emergency.

Sie machte während des Notfalls einen Antrag auf Hilfe.

B2 noun/verb /pəʊl/

poll

Umfrage

Meaning

a survey of public opinion or voting in an election

Example

The poll revealed that most people favored the new policy.

Die Umfrage ergab, dass die meisten Menschen die neue Politik bevorzugten.

B2 verb /ˈkɑːmpənseɪt/

compensate

entschädigen

Meaning

to give something to make up for loss or damage; to counterbalance

Example

The company will compensate employees for overtime work.

Die Firma wird den Mitarbeitern Überstundenvergütung zahlen.

B2 noun pərˈsweɪ.ʒən

persuasion

jemanden durch Argumentation oder Emotionen überzeugen

Meaning

The act of convincing someone to change their viewpoint through reasoning or emotion.

Example

Effective persuasion is key to a successful speech.

Effektive Persuasion ist der Schlüssel zu einer erfolgreichen Rede.

B2 adjective /ˈmɪd.əl.eɪdʒd/

Middle-aged

mittelalt

Meaning

being of an age between young and old; typically between 40-60 years old

Example

The middle-aged man started a new career.

Der mittelalte Mann begann eine neue Karriere.

B2 adjective /ˈnoʊ.bəl/

Noble

edel

Meaning

having high moral qualities; honorable; generous; of aristocratic birth

Example

His noble actions helped many people in need.

Seine edlen Taten halfen vielen Menschen in Not.

B2 verb /ˈwiːkən/

Weaken

schwächen

Meaning

to make or become less strong or powerful

Example

The illness weakened his immune system significantly.

Die Krankheit schwächte sein Immunsystem erheblich.

B2 noun /ˈæl.oʊ ˈvɪər.ə/

Aloe Vera

Meaning

a succulent plant with thick fleshy leaves and medicinal properties; produces tubular flowers

Example

The aloe vera plant blooms with orange or yellow tubular flowers.

Die Aloe-Vera-Pflanze blüht mit orangefarbenen oder gelben röhrenförmigen Blumen.

B2 noun /ˈsiː.krə.si/

Secrecy

Geheimhaltung

Meaning

the practice of keeping something secret; the state of being kept hidden

Example

The project was conducted in complete secrecy.

Das Projekt wurde in völliger Geheimhaltung durchgeführt.

B2 adjective /prəˈpoʊzd/

proposed

vorgeschlagen

Meaning

suggested or put forward for consideration or discussion

Example

The proposed changes will improve the system.

Die vorgeschlagenen Änderungen werden das System verbessern.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtækt/

intact

intakt

Meaning

Remaining whole, complete, and undamaged.

Example

Despite the storm, the old house remained intact.

Trotz des Sturms blieb das alte Haus intakt.

B2 adjective /traɪˈʌmfənt/

Triumphant

triumphierend; froh

Meaning

having won a battle or contest; rejoicing as a result of success

Example

The team was triumphant after winning the championship.

Das Team war triumphierend nach dem Gewinn der Meisterschaft.