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C2 adjective /ˈvækjuəs/

vacuous

leer
Meaning
Having or showing a lack of thought or intelligence; mindless.
Example
She gave a vacuous smile during the serious discussion.
Sie gab während der ernsten Diskussion ein leeres Lächeln.
C2 noun /ˌdaɪ.jʊˈret.ɪk/

diuretic

diuretisch
Meaning
A substance that promotes the production of urine.
Example
Coffee has a mild diuretic effect.
Kaffee hat eine leichte diuretische Wirkung.
C1 verb /dɪˈvɒlv/

devolve

übertragen
Meaning
To pass power, responsibility, or duties to another person or group.
Example
The responsibility will devolve on the new manager.
Die Verantwortung wird auf den neuen Manager übertragen.
A2 noun /bɜːrθ/

Birth

geburt; ursprung; anfang;
Meaning
the emergence of a baby or young from the body of its mother; the beginning or origin of something
Example
The birth of their first child was a joyful moment.
Die Geburt ihres ersten Kindes war ein freudiger Moment.
A1 noun /ˈwɔːkɪŋ/

walking

gehen
Meaning
the activity of moving on foot at a moderate pace
Example
Walking every morning is good for your health.
Jeden Morgen gehen ist gut für deine Gesundheit.
C2 adjective /ˈæʒər/

azure

azur
Meaning
A bright blue color like that of a clear sky.
Example
The clear sky was painted in a deep shade of azure.
Der klare Himmel war in einem tiefen Azurblau gemalt.
C2 noun /ˈɪnˌɡreɪt/

ingrate

Undankbarer
Meaning
An ungrateful person; someone who shows no appreciation.
Example
He worked hard for his friend, but the ingrate never thanked him.
Er arbeitete hart für seinen Freund, aber der Undankbare hat ihm nie gedankt.
C2 noun /ˈdɛnɪzən/

denizen

Bewohner
Meaning
an inhabitant or resident of a particular place
Example
The forest is home to many nocturnal denizens.
Der Wald ist die Heimat vieler nachtaktiver Bewohner.
A2 noun /ˈsɪɡəˌrɛt/

cigarette

Zigarette
Meaning
a small roll of finely cut tobacco wrapped in paper for smoking
Example
He lit a cigarette after dinner.
Er zündete nach dem Abendessen eine Zigarette an.
C1 adjective /ˈskrʌfi/

Scruffy

ungemütlich oder ungepflegt in Erscheinung; schäbig und abgenutzt
Meaning
untidy or unkempt in appearance; shabby and worn
Example
The scruffy old dog wandered through the streets looking for food.
Der schäbige Hund wanderte durch die Straßen auf der Suche nach Essen.
B2 verb /ˌriː.kənˈstrʌkt/

reconstruct

rekonstruieren
Meaning
to build or form something again after it has been damaged or destroyed
Example
The city was reconstructed after the earthquake.
Die Stadt wurde nach dem Erdbeben wieder aufgebaut.
C2 verb /hjuː/

hew

schneiden
Meaning
To chop or cut something, especially wood or stone, with a tool.
Example
The workers hewed logs to build the cabin.
Die Arbeiter schnitten Stämme, um die Hütte zu bauen.
C1 noun /haɪˈpɒθəsɪs/

hypothesis

Hypothese
Meaning
a proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.
Example
The scientist tested her hypothesis through multiple experiments.
Die Wissenschaftlerin testete ihre Hypothese durch mehrere Experimente.
C1 adjective /tɛk ˈdrɪv.ən/

tech-driven

technologiegetrieben
Meaning
Powered or guided by technology; dependent on technological advancement for operation.
Example
The agricultural sector is becoming more tech-driven for higher efficiency.
Der Agrarsektor wird immer mehr technologiegetrieben, um eine höhere Effizienz zu erreichen.
C1 noun /məˈnɒɡəmi/

monogamy

Monogamie
Meaning
The practice of being married to or in a relationship with only one person at a time.
Example
Many cultures encourage monogamy as the ideal form of marriage.
Viele Kulturen fördern Monogamie als die ideale Form der Ehe.
B1 noun /ˈmaɪ.krəˌskoʊp/

microscope

mikroskop
Meaning
An optical instrument used for viewing very small objects, such as cells, by magnifying them.
Example
The scientist observed the bacteria under the microscope.
Der Wissenschaftler beobachtete die Bakterien unter dem Mikroskop.
C2 noun/verb /ˈʌpˌkæst/

upcast

nach oben werfen
Meaning
Verb: To cast or throw upward. Noun: Something thrown or directed upward.
Example
The fisherman upcast his net into the air.
Der Fischer warf sein Netz in die Luft.
C2 verb /əˈpraɪz/

apprise

informieren
Meaning
to inform or notify someone
Example
The manager will apprise the staff of the new policies.
Der Manager wird das Personal über die neuen Richtlinien informieren.
B2 adverb /ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪkli/

economically

wirtschaftlich
Meaning
in a way that relates to economics or is efficient and not wasteful.
Example
The company is trying to operate more economically this year.
Das Unternehmen versucht, in diesem Jahr wirtschaftlicher zu arbeiten.
A1 noun/verb /fɪlm/

film

Film
Meaning
a motion picture or movie; or to record on camera
Example
They watched a film together on the weekend.
Sie haben zusammen einen Film am Wochenende gesehen.
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.
A2 noun /ˈnoʊ.tɪs/

Notice

mitteilung
Meaning
attention to something; a written or printed announcement
Example
The notice on the board announced the school closure.
Die Mitteilung auf dem Brett kündigte die Schließung der Schule an.
B2 noun /ˈdʌmi/

dummy

Puppe / dummer Mensch
Meaning
a model or replica of a human used for practice, display, or testing; also a term for a foolish person
Example
The tailor used a dummy to display the dress.
Der Schneider benutzte eine Puppe, um das Kleid zu präsentieren.
C2 adjective /ɡoʊʃ/

gauche

ungeschickt
Meaning
lacking social grace, sensitivity, or tact; awkward
Example
His gauche remarks embarrassed everyone at the dinner party.
Seine ungeschickten Bemerkungen verlegen alle bei der Dinnerparty.
A2 noun /peɪn/

Pain

Schmerz; körperliches Leiden oder emotionale Not
Meaning
physical suffering or discomfort; mental or emotional distress
Example
The patient felt severe pain in his back.
Der Patient fühlte starke Schmerzen in seinem Rücken.
B2 noun ˈkærɪktər dɪˈvɛləpmənt

character development

Charakterentwicklung
Meaning
The process of creating a believable character in fiction by giving the character depth and personality.
Example
The character development of Sydney Carton is profound.
Die Charakterentwicklung von Sydney Carton ist tiefgründig.
C1 adjective /ˌwɛlˈbrɛd/

well-bred

wohl erzogen
Meaning
Having or showing good manners; properly raised.
Example
She is a well-bred young lady with excellent manners.
Sie ist eine wohl erzogene junge Dame mit ausgezeichneten Manieren.
C2 noun /ˈkɪləˌliːtər/

kiloliter

Kiloliter
Meaning
a unit of capacity equal to 1,000 liters
Example
The tank can hold up to three kiloliters of water.
Der Tank kann bis zu drei Kiloliter Wasser aufnehmen.
B1 noun /ˈɡrændsʌn/

grandson

Enkel
Meaning
the son of one's son or daughter
Example
His grandson visits him every weekend.
Sein Enkel besucht ihn jedes Wochenende.
C1 noun /ɪˈvændʒəlɪst/

evangelist

Evangelist
Meaning
A person who seeks to convert others to the Christian faith, especially by public preaching.
Example
The evangelist traveled across the country spreading his message.
Der Evangelist reiste durch das Land und verbreitete seine Botschaft.
C2 noun /ˈdræɡˌnɛt/

dragnet

Durchsuchung
Meaning
A systematic search or investigation, often by police to catch criminals.
Example
The police launched a dragnet to capture the fugitives.
Die Polizei startete eine Durchsuchung, um die Flüchtigen zu fangen.
B1 preposition /rɪˈɡɑrdɪŋ/

regarding

bezüglich
Meaning
concerning or relating to
Example
The decision regarding the meeting will be made tomorrow.
Die Entscheidung bezüglich des Treffens wird morgen getroffen.
B2 adjective /kəˈrɛspɒndɪŋ/

corresponding

entsprechend
Meaning
matching or related to something
Example
The corresponding page in the book explains the process in detail.
Die entsprechende Seite im Buch erklärt den Prozess im Detail.
A1 noun /ˈwɪn.doʊ/

Window

Fenster
Meaning
an opening in a wall fitted with glass to let in light and air
Example
Please open the window for fresh air.
bitte öffnen Sie das Fenster für frische Luft.
C2 adjective /ˈʌndjʊleɪtɪŋ/

undulating

wellig
Meaning
Having a smoothly rising and falling form or motion like waves.
Example
We drove through undulating hills.
Wir fuhren durch hügelige, wellige Landschaften.
C2 noun ˈlɪɡ.nəʊˌsæt

LignoSat

Hol satellite
Meaning
A wooden satellite that demonstrates the use of wood in space technology.
Example
LignoSat demonstrates the use of wood in space.
LignoSat demonstriert die Verwendung von Holz im Weltraum.
C2 verb /ˈdʒɛn.juˌflɛkt/

genuflect

sich verbeugen als Zeichen der Ehrfurcht oder Anbetung
Meaning
to bend one or both knees as a sign of reverence or worship
Example
The worshippers genuflect before the altar.
Die Anbetenden verbeugen sich vor dem Altar.
B2 noun /spekˈteɪtər/

Spectator

Zuschauer
Meaning
a person who watches at a show, game, or other event; an observer
Example
The stadium was filled with excited spectators.
Das Stadion war mit aufgeregten Zuschauern gefüllt.
C1 verb /ˈɡɑː.nɪʃ/

garnish

garnierten
Meaning
To decorate food with small items for added flavor or visual appeal.
Example
She garnished the dish with fresh coriander leaves.
Sie garnierten das Gericht mit frischen Korianderblättern.
B1 adverb /rɪˈpiː.tɪd.li/

Repeatedly

wiederholt; immer wieder
Meaning
again and again; many times over
Example
He repeatedly asked for help with his homework.
Er bat wiederholt um Hilfe bei seiner Hausaufgabe.
B2 verb /əˈkweɪnt/

acquaint

vertraut machen
Meaning
to make someone familiar with something; to inform or introduce
Example
Please acquaint yourself with the safety guidelines before operating the machine.
Bitte machen Sie sich mit den Sicherheitsrichtlinien vertraut, bevor Sie die Maschine bedienen.
B2 adjective /ˈpæʃənət/

passionate

leidenschaftlich
Meaning
showing or caused by strong feelings or a strong belief
Example
He is passionate about environmental conservation.
Er ist leidenschaftlich über den Umweltschutz.
C2 noun /ˈɔːrdʒi/

orgy

Orgie
Meaning
A wild party involving excessive indulgence, especially of a sexual nature.
Example
The novel described a scandalous orgy in a wealthy mansion.
Der Roman beschrieb eine skandalöse Orgie in einer wohlhabenden Villa.
A1 adverb /əˈraʊnd/

Around

um; rundherum; ungefähr
Meaning
in a circle; on all sides; in the vicinity; approximately
Example
Look around and you will see many beautiful flowers.
Schau dich um und du wirst viele schöne Blumen sehen.
B2 noun /ˌɡriːn ˈen.ə.dʒi/

green energy

grüne Energie
Meaning
Energy derived from renewable sources that have minimal environmental impact.
Example
Green energy reduces environmental harm.
Grüne Energie reduziert den Umweltschaden.
C1 noun /ˈpær.ət biːk/

Parrot Beak

Papageien-Schnabel
Meaning
a climbing plant with curved red and orange flowers resembling a parrot's beak
Example
The parrot beak flower's unique curved shape makes it a fascinating addition to any garden.
Die Parrot-Beak-Blume hat eine einzigartige gebogene Form, die sie zu einer faszinierenden Ergänzung für jeden Garten macht.
B2 noun /ˈdʒɜːr.nəl/

Journal

zeitschrift
Meaning
a newspaper or magazine that deals with a particular subject; a daily record of events
Example
She kept a personal journal to record her thoughts and experiences.
Sie führte ein persönliches Journal, um ihre Gedanken und Erfahrungen festzuhalten.
C2 noun /rɪˈfɛkʃən/

refection

Mahlzeit / Essensaufnahme
Meaning
a meal or the act of taking food and drink
Example
The monks gathered for their evening refection.
Die Mönche versammelten sich zu ihrer Abendmahlzeit.
B2 adverb /əˈtræktɪvli/

attractively

ansprechend
Meaning
in a pleasing or appealing way; in a manner that draws interest or admiration
Example
The room was attractively decorated with soft lights and plants.
Der Raum war ansprechend mit sanftem Licht und Pflanzen dekoriert.
B2 adjective ɔːrˈɡæn.ɪk

organic

biologisch
Meaning
Produced or involving production without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents.
Example
Organic farming improves soil health and reduces pollution.
Ökologischer Landbau verbessert die Gesundheit des Bodens und reduziert die Verschmutzung.
C2 noun /ˌvælədɪkˈtɔːriən/

valedictorian

bester Schüler
Meaning
The student with the highest academic achievements in a graduating class, often chosen to give the farewell speech.
Example
She was honored as the valedictorian of her class.
Sie wurde als bester Schüler ihrer Klasse geehrt.
C1 noun /taɪˈreɪd/

tirade

Tirade
Meaning
a long, angry, or critical speech
Example
The manager launched into a tirade about poor performance.
Der Manager hielt eine Tirade über schlechte Leistung.
C1 noun /ˈbaɪ.laɪn/

byline

Schreiberzeile
Meaning
A line in a newspaper or magazine article that names the writer.
Example
Her byline appeared on the front page of the newspaper.
Ihre Schreiberzeile erschien auf der Titelseite der Zeitung.
C2 noun /ˈpærəmʊr/

paramour

Geliebter
Meaning
a lover, especially an illicit one
Example
The secret paramour was finally revealed.
Der geheime Geliebte wurde endlich enthüllt.
C2 noun /ˈfoʊ.nə.ɡræm/

phonogram

phonemisches Symbol
Meaning
a written symbol representing a speech sound
Example
The teacher showed how each phonogram represents a particular sound.
Der Lehrer zeigte, wie jedes Phonogramm einen bestimmten Laut darstellt.
B2 adjective /ˈflɔːrəl/

floral

blumig
Meaning
Relating to flowers or decorated with flowers.
Example
She wore a beautiful floral dress to the party.
Sie trug ein schönes blumiges Kleid zur Party.
C2 verb /ɪkˈstɛmpəraɪz/

extemporize

improvisieren
Meaning
To speak or perform without preparation; improvise.
Example
The actor had to extemporize when he forgot his lines.
Der Schauspieler musste improvisieren, als er seine Zeilen vergaß.
C2 noun /blæk ˈkɑːr.də.məm/

Black Cardamom

schwarzer Kardamom
Meaning
a large aromatic spice pod with a smoky flavor, commonly used in Indian and Middle Eastern cooking
Example
Add black cardamom to the curry for a rich, smoky flavor.
Fügen Sie dem Curry schwarzen Kardamom für einen reichen, rauchigen Geschmack hinzu.
C1 adjective /ˈlɔːf.ti/

Lofty

hoch; edel im Charakter; erhaben im Stil
Meaning
of great height; noble in character; elevated in style
Example
He has lofty ideals about making the world a better place.
Er hat hohe Ideale, um die Welt zu einem besseren Ort zu machen.
B2 noun ˈrɛstɪŋ pleɪs

resting place

Ruheort
Meaning
A place where someone or something rests, especially a burial site.
Example
The resting place of the martyrs is near the river.
Der Ruheort der Märtyrer ist nahe dem Fluss.
B1 adjective ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk

scientific

wissenschaftlich
Meaning
Based on or characterized by the methods and principles of science.
Example
Scientific discoveries continue to shape our understanding of the world.
Wissenschaftliche Entdeckungen prägen weiterhin unser Verständnis der Welt.
C2 verb /kənˈvoʊk/

convoke

einberufen
Meaning
to call together or summon a meeting or assembly
Example
The committee convoked an emergency session to discuss the crisis.
Das Komitee hat eine Notfallsitzung einberufen, um die Krise zu besprechen.
B1 verb /kənˈvɜːrt/

convert

umwandeln
Meaning
to change from one form to another; to transform
Example
We can convert this room into an office.
Wir können dieses Zimmer in ein Büro umwandeln.
C1 noun /ˈɪnˌmeɪt/

inmate

Insasse
Meaning
a person confined to an institution such as a prison or hospital
Example
The prison has over a thousand inmates.
Das Gefängnis hat mehr als tausend Insassen.
B1 adjective /ˈnɔːðərn/

northern

des Nordens
Meaning
relating to the north or situated in the north
Example
The northern part of the country is known for its cold climate.
Der nördliche Teil des Landes ist für sein kaltes Klima bekannt.
B1 adjective əkˈsep.tɪd

accepted

akzeptiert
Meaning
Generally believed or recognized to be valid or correct.
Example
The accepted terms were discussed in detail.
Die akzeptierten Bedingungen wurden im Detail besprochen.
B1 adjective /ˌʌnsəkˈsesfl/

Unsuccessful

gescheitert; erfolglos;
Meaning
not achieving desired aims or results; failing to accomplish a purpose
Example
His unsuccessful attempt to climb the mountain left him disappointed.
Sein gescheiterter Versuch, den Berg zu erklimmen, ließ ihn enttäuscht zurück.
C2 adjective /ˈɪrˌsplɪtɪŋ/

earsplitting

ohrenbetäubend
Meaning
extremely loud or piercing sound
Example
The earsplitting noise of the fire alarm startled everyone.
Das ohrenbetäubende Geräusch des Feueralarms erschreckte alle.
A1 verb /raɪt/

write

schreiben
Meaning
to mark letters, words, or symbols on a surface
Example
I write letters to my grandmother every month.
Ich schreibe meiner Großmutter jeden Monat Briefe.
B2 noun /dɪsˈɡaɪz/

Disguise

Verkleidung; Tarnung
Meaning
a means of altering one's appearance to conceal one's identity; something that hides the truth
Example
The spy wore an elaborate disguise to avoid being recognized by enemies.
Der Spion trug ein ausgeklügeltes Kostüm, um nicht von seinen Feinden erkannt zu werden.
C2 noun /ˈpɜːrsɪflɑːʒ/

persiflage

leichte spöttische Bemerkungen
Meaning
light and slightly contemptuous mockery or banter
Example
Their conversation was full of persiflage and jokes.
Ihre Gespräche waren voll von leichten spöttischen Bemerkungen und Witzen.
A1 adjective /fɑːst/

Fast

schnell; rasch
Meaning
moving or happening quickly; rapid; swift
Example
She runs very fast in the morning.
Sie läuft sehr schnell am Morgen.
C2 adjective /vɜːrˈtɪdʒɪnəs/

vertiginous

schwindelerregend
Meaning
Causing dizziness due to great height or steepness.
Example
The tourists looked down from the vertiginous cliffs with awe.
Die Touristen schauten mit Ehrfurcht von den schwindelerregenden Klippen hinunter.
B1 adjective /ˈtʃɪli/

chilly

kalt
Meaning
uncomfortably or unpleasantly cold
Example
It was a chilly morning in December.
Es war ein kalter Morgen im Dezember.
C1 noun /rɪˈliːf treɪn/

Relief Train

hilfstran
Meaning
a train that carries emergency supplies and aid to disaster-affected areas
Example
The relief train arrived with food and medical supplies for the flood victims.
der hilfstran kam mit lebensmitteln und medizinischen hilfsgütern für die flutopfer an.
B2 noun /pəˈnɪn.sjə.lə/

Peninsula

Halbinsel
Meaning
a piece of land that is almost completely surrounded by water but connected to the mainland
Example
The Korean Peninsula is located in East Asia.
Die koreanische Halbinsel befindet sich in Ostasien.
B2 noun /ˈkaʊ.ərd/

Coward

Feigling
Meaning
a person who lacks the courage to do or endure dangerous or unpleasant things
Example
He called himself a coward for not standing up to the bully.
Er nannte sich selbst einen Feigling, weil er sich dem Mob nicht gestellt hat.
B1 adverb /ˈkʌmftəbli/

Comfortably

bequem
Meaning
in a comfortable manner; without difficulty or effort; with ease
Example
She was sitting comfortably in her favorite chair.
Sie saß bequem in ihrem Lieblingssessel.
C1 noun /ˈwɒndərlʌst/

wanderlust

Reiselust
Meaning
A strong desire to travel and explore the world.
Example
Her wanderlust took her to every corner of the globe.
Ihre Reiselust führte sie in jede Ecke der Welt.
B2 noun /ˌɛkspɜːˈtiːz/

expertise

Expertise
Meaning
Expert knowledge or skill in a particular area.
Example
His expertise in graphic design is widely recognized.
Seine Expertise im Grafikdesign ist weithin anerkannt.
A1 verb /əˈɡriː/

agree

einverstanden sein
Meaning
to have the same opinion; to consent; to be in harmony
Example
We all agree that the plan is excellent.
Wir sind alle einverstanden, dass der Plan ausgezeichnet ist.
B2 noun /ˈaɪkɒn/

icon

Ikone, Symbol
Meaning
A person or thing regarded as a symbol of something, or a graphic symbol on a screen.
Example
The singer became a cultural icon.
Der Sänger wurde zu einer kulturellen Ikone.
B2 adjective /pəˈrɛntəl/

parental

elternbezogen
Meaning
relating to a parent or parents; characteristic of a mother or father
Example
Parental guidance is important for a child's development.
Elterliche Anleitung ist wichtig für die Entwicklung eines Kindes.
B2 noun /ˈklɒzɪt/

closet

Schrank
Meaning
a small room or enclosed space used for storing clothes or other things
Example
She keeps her winter coats in the closet near the door.
Sie bewahrt ihre Wintermäntel im Schrank neben der Tür auf.
C1 noun /ˈskep.tɪ.sɪ.zəm/

skepticism

skeptizismus, zweifel
Meaning
A skeptical attitude; doubt as to the truth of something.
Example
His skepticism about new technology often makes him resistant to change.
Sein Skeptizismus gegenüber neuer Technologie macht ihn oft resistent gegenüber Veränderungen.
B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

Allegation

Anschuldigung
Meaning
a claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal
Example
The allegation against him was proven false.
Die Anschuldigung gegen ihn wurde als falsch erwiesen.
B2 adjective /ˈpæsɪv/

passive

passiv; (Grammatik) Passivform
Meaning
not actively responding or participating; in grammar, denoting the voice in which the subject undergoes the action
Example
Instead of taking charge, he remained passive during the meeting.
Anstatt die Kontrolle zu übernehmen, blieb er während des Treffens passiv.
C2 verb /ˌmɪskənˈsiːv/

misconceive

missverstehen
Meaning
To misunderstand or form an incorrect idea about something.
Example
He misconceived the purpose of the project.
Er missverstand den Zweck des Projekts.
B2 verb /sɜːrdʒ/

surge

strömen
Meaning
to move suddenly and powerfully forward or upward
Example
The crowd surged forward when the gates opened.
Die Menge stürmte nach vorne, als sich die Tore öffneten.
C2 verb /ˈmɔːndər/

maunder

sinnlos reden
Meaning
To speak or move aimlessly and incoherently.
Example
He maundered on about his old memories.
Er redete sinnlos über seine alten Erinnerungen.
C2 noun /ˈkɔːldrən/

caldron

großer Metalltopf
Meaning
A large metal pot used for boiling liquids or cooking over an open fire.
Example
The witch stirred her potion in a bubbling caldron.
Die Hexe rührte ihren Zaubertrank in einem brodelnden Kessel um.
C2 adjective /ˈsiːmi/

seamy

verworfen, schmutzig
Meaning
Morally degraded, unpleasant, or sordid.
Example
The novel reveals the seamy side of city life.
Der Roman enthüllt die schmutzige Seite des Stadtlebens.
C2 adjective /ˌkɒnsæŋˈɡwɪniəs/

consanguineous

blutsverwandt
Meaning
Related by blood; descended from the same ancestor.
Example
The study focused on genetic disorders in consanguineous families.
Die Studie konzentrierte sich auf genetische Störungen in blutsverwandten Familien.
C1 noun /ˌprəʊ.baɪˈɒt.ɪks/

probiotics

Probiotika
Meaning
Live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer health benefits to the host, especially for digestive health.
Example
Probiotics improve digestion and enhance gut health.
Probiotika verbessern die Verdauung und fördern die Darmgesundheit.
B2 verb /ˈsprɪŋkəl/

sprinkle

streuen
Meaning
to scatter small drops or particles of a substance over a surface
Example
She sprinkled sugar on top of the cake.
Sie streute Zucker auf den Kuchen.
C2 adjective /ˈfer.əs/

ferrous

eisenhaltig
Meaning
containing or consisting of iron
Example
Ferrous metals are commonly used in construction.
Ferrometalle werden häufig im Bauwesen verwendet.
B2 noun, verb /ræmp/

ramp

rampe
Meaning
a sloping surface joining two different levels; as a verb, to increase or rise sharply
Example
The car drove up the ramp into the parking garage.
Das Auto fuhr die Rampe in die Garage hinauf.
C2 adjective /kɒnˈsæŋɡwɪn/

consanguine

blutsverwandt
Meaning
Of the same blood or origin; related by birth.
Example
The two families were consanguine through their grandparents.
Die beiden Familien waren durch ihre Großeltern blutsverwandt.
B2 noun /ʌnəˈbɪləti/

unability

Unfähigkeit
Meaning
the state of being unable to do something; incapacity
Example
His unability to solve the problem caused delays in the project.
Seine Unfähigkeit, das Problem zu lösen, verursachte Verzögerungen im Projekt.
C1 verb /ˈstriːm.laɪn/

streamline

vereinfachen oder Effizienz steigern
Meaning
To make a process simpler and more efficient.
Example
The company aims to streamline production to reduce costs.
Das Unternehmen hat das Ziel, die Produktion zu optimieren, um die Kosten zu senken.
B2 adjective /ˈkɒmp(ə)rəbl/

comparable

vergleichbar
Meaning
Able to be likened to something else in size, amount, or quality.
Example
The two products are comparable in quality but differ in price.
Die beiden Produkte sind in der Qualität vergleichbar, unterscheiden sich aber im Preis.
B2 noun /əˈriːnə/

arena

Arena, Bühne
Meaning
a large area surrounded by seats for sports, entertainment, or other events
Example
The basketball game will be held in the new arena downtown.
Das Basketballspiel wird in der neuen Arena im Stadtzentrum stattfinden.
B1 adverb /əˈrɪdʒɪnəli/

originally

ursprünglich
Meaning
in the beginning, at first
Example
Originally, she wanted to be a doctor.
Ursprünglich wollte sie Ärztin werden.
C1 adjective ˈtæktɪkəl

tactical

taktisch
Meaning
Relating to or constituting actions carefully planned to gain a specific military or political end.
Example
Tactical thinking is crucial in business negotiations.
Taktisches Denken ist entscheidend in Geschäftsverhandlungen.
C2 noun /ˈseɪ.ɡoʊ/

Sago

sago
Meaning
starchy foodstuff obtained from the pith of various tropical palm stems
Example
She prepared sago pudding for dessert.
Sie bereitete Sago-Pudding zum Nachtisch zu.
C2 adjective /ˈprɪɡɪʃ/

priggish

moralisch und selbstgerecht
Meaning
self-righteously moralistic and superior
Example
He came across as priggish when correcting everyone's manners.
Er wirkte moralisch und selbstgerecht, als er die Manieren aller korrigierte.
C2 noun /ɪˈklɛktɪˌsɪzəm/

eclecticism

Eklektizismus
Meaning
A method or practice of deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources.
Example
The architect’s work shows eclecticism by blending modern and traditional elements.
Die Arbeit des Architekten zeigt Eklektizismus, indem moderne und traditionelle Elemente miteinander vermischt werden.
B1 noun /kɒp/

cop

Polizist
Meaning
a police officer (informal)
Example
The cop stopped the car for speeding.
Der Polizist hielt das Auto wegen zu schnellen Fahrens an.
B2 verb /ˈmeməraɪz/

memorize

auswendig lernen
Meaning
to learn something by heart; to commit to memory
Example
Students need to memorize important formulas for the exam.
Studenten müssen wichtige Formeln für die Prüfung auswendig lernen.
B2 noun /ˈplæn.tɪn/

Plantain

Kochbanane
Meaning
a large green banana-like fruit that is usually cooked before eating
Example
Plantain can be fried, boiled, or baked and is a staple food in many tropical countries.
Kochbananen können frittiert, gekocht oder gebacken werden und sind ein Grundnahrungsmittel in vielen tropischen Ländern.
C1 noun /ˌdʒiːniˈælədʒi/

genealogy

Genealogie
Meaning
The study and tracing of lines of descent or family history.
Example
She spent years researching her family's genealogy.
Sie verbrachte Jahre damit, die Genealogie ihrer Familie zu erforschen.
B1 noun ˈmɪlɪteri

military

Militär
Meaning
The armed forces of a country.
Example
The military was called for assistance.
Das Militär wurde zur Hilfe gerufen.
A1 noun /ˈaɪs kriːm/

Ice-cream

eiscreme
Meaning
a frozen sweet dessert made from dairy products, usually served cold
Example
Children love to eat ice-cream on hot summer days.
Kinder essen gerne Eiscreme an heißen Sommertagen.
A2 noun /dʒɪˈræf/

Giraffe

Giraffe
Meaning
a very tall African animal with a long neck and long legs
Example
The giraffe stretched its neck to reach the leaves on the tall tree.
Die Giraffe streckte ihren Hals, um die Blätter am hohen Baum zu erreichen.
C1 noun/verb /ˈbɔɪ/ or /ˈbuːi/

buoy

Boje, etwas am Leben erhalten
Meaning
A floating marker on water; to keep something afloat or encourage someone.
Example
The news buoyed their spirits after the loss.
Die Nachricht hob ihren Geist nach dem Verlust.
C1 noun /bəˈrɑːʒ/

barrage

Barrage oder schneller Angriff
Meaning
a concentrated outpouring of questions, criticisms, or blows; a rapid, continuous attack
Example
The politician faced a barrage of tough questions from reporters.
Der Politiker sah sich einer Flut harter Fragen der Reporter gegenüber.
A1 noun /ˈnʌmbər/

number

Nummer
Meaning
a mathematical value used to count, measure, or label
Example
She gave me her phone number.
Sie gab mir ihre Telefonnummer.
B1 noun /ˈnaɪt.meər/

Nightmare

Albtraum
Meaning
a frightening or unpleasant dream; a very unpleasant experience
Example
The exam was a complete nightmare for unprepared students.
Die Prüfung war ein komplettes Albtraum für unvorbereitete Studenten.
C2 verb /ˈsʌn.dər/

sunder

trennen
Meaning
To split apart or separate, especially with force.
Example
The war sundered families and friends.
Der Krieg hat Familien und Freunde auseinandergerissen.
B1 noun /ˈklaɪ.mət/

climate

Klima
Meaning
The weather conditions prevailing in an area in general.
Example
Climate change impacts all regions globally.
Der Klimawandel wirkt sich weltweit auf alle Regionen aus.
B2 adjective /kəˈreɪdʒəs/

Courageous

mutig; furchtlos; zeigt Mut im Angesicht der Gefahr
Meaning
brave; fearless; showing courage in the face of danger
Example
The courageous firefighter rescued the family from the burning building.
Der mutige Feuerwehrmann rettete die Familie aus dem brennenden Gebäude.