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B2 noun ˌvɒlənˈtɪər ˌɔːɡənaɪˈzeɪʃən

volunteer organization

freiwillige Organisation
Meaning
A nonprofit group of people who offer their services willingly without payment for a cause.
Example
BD Clean is a volunteer organization promoting recycling.
BD Clean ist eine freiwillige Organisation, die Recycling fördert.
B2 noun /djuː/

Dew

tau
Meaning
tiny drops of water that form on cool surfaces at night when atmospheric water vapour condenses
Example
The morning dew glistened on the grass.
Der Morgentau glänzte auf dem Gras.
B2 noun /bɪˈliːvər/

believer

Gläubiger
Meaning
a person who believes in something, especially a religious faith, idea, or principle
Example
She is a strong believer in hard work and honesty.
Sie ist eine feste Gläubigerin an harte Arbeit und Ehrlichkeit.
B2 verb /riːˈɔːrɡənaɪz/

reorganize

neu organisieren
Meaning
to arrange something again in a different way for greater efficiency or order
Example
The manager decided to reorganize the team structure.
Der Manager entschied sich, die Teamstruktur neu zu organisieren.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈvɪz.ə.bəl/

Invisible

unsichtbar
Meaning
unable to be seen; not visible to the eye
Example
The bacteria are invisible without a microscope.
Bakterien sind unsichtbar ohne ein Mikroskop.
B2 verb /səˈluːt/

salute

grüßen
Meaning
to greet with respect; to honor
Example
The soldiers saluted their commanding officer.
Die Soldaten grüßten ihren Kommandeur.
B2 noun /ˈlɪb.ər.ti/

Liberty

freiheit
Meaning
the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views
Example
The Statue of Liberty represents freedom and democracy.
Die Freiheitsstatue repräsentiert Freiheit und Demokratie.
B2 adverb /ˈwɔːm.li/

Warmly

herzlich; warmherzig
Meaning
in a warm manner; with warmth; cordially; affectionately
Example
She welcomed the guests warmly at the door.
Sie begrüßte die Gäste herzlich an der Tür.
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 /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 /ˈskaɪˌskreɪpər/

Skyscraper

Wolkenkratzer
Meaning
a very tall building of many stories
Example
The new skyscraper dominates the city's skyline.
Der neue Wolkenkratzer dominiert die Skyline der Stadt.
B2 adjective æmˈbɪɡ.ju.əs

ambiguous

mehrdeutig
Meaning
Having more than one possible meaning; unclear or vague.
Example
His statement was too ambiguous to understand.
Seine Aussage war zu mehrdeutig, um sie zu verstehen.
B2 noun /ˈsel.ər.i/

Celery

Sellerie
Meaning
a green vegetable with long crisp stems that can be eaten raw or cooked
Example
I added chopped celery to the soup for extra flavor.
Ich habe gehackte Sellerie zur Suppe für zusätzlichen Geschmack hinzugefügt.
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 noun /ˈkɒpə/

copper

kupfer
Meaning
a reddish-brown metal used for electrical wiring, coins, and more
Example
Copper is a good conductor of electricity.
Kupfer ist ein guter Leiter von Elektrizität.
B2 adjective /əˈkuːstɪk/

acoustic

akustisch
Meaning
relating to sound or the sense of hearing; not amplified by electrical means
Example
We recorded an acoustic version of the song in a quiet room.
Wir nahmen eine akustische Version des Songs in einem ruhigen Raum auf.
B2 verb /skoʊld/

scold

schimpfen
Meaning
to criticize angrily; to rebuke
Example
The teacher scolded the students for being late.
Der Lehrer schimpfte mit den Schülern, weil sie zu spät kamen.
B2 noun /ˈnuː.tri.ənt/

nutrient

Nährstoff
Meaning
A substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and health of plants or animals.
Example
Plants absorb nutrients from the soil for growth.
Pflanzen nehmen Nährstoffe aus dem Boden für das Wachstum auf.
B2 noun daɪˈlem.ə

dilemma

Dilemma, schwierige Entscheidung
Meaning
A situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more alternatives.
Example
She faced a moral dilemma at work.
Sie stand vor einem moralischen Dilemma bei der Arbeit.
B2 noun ˈfeɪs tə ˈfeɪs ˈbætl

face-to-face battle

Gesicht-zu-Gesicht-Schlacht
Meaning
A direct confrontation or fight between opposing forces.
Example
The warriors fought a face-to-face battle with the enemies.
Die Krieger kämpften eine Gesicht-zu-Gesicht-Schlacht gegen die Feinde.
B2 noun /ˈkloʊʒər/

closure

Schließung
Meaning
the action or process of closing something, or the sense of finality or resolution.
Example
The closure of the company left many employees without jobs.
Die Schließung des Unternehmens hinterließ viele Mitarbeiter ohne Jobs.
B2 noun /təˈreɪn/

terrain

Gelände
Meaning
a stretch of land, especially with regard to its physical features
Example
The soldiers had to cross rough terrain during the mission.
Die Soldaten mussten während der Mission schwieriges Gelände überqueren.
B2 verb /dɪˈsiːv/

deceive

täuschen
Meaning
To cause someone to believe something that is not true.
Example
He tried to deceive his friends with a fake story.
Er versuchte, seine Freunde mit einer falschen Geschichte zu täuschen.
B2 noun /ˈmɛmoʊ/

memo

Memo
Meaning
a written message, typically in a business setting
Example
He wrote a memo to the staff about the upcoming meeting.
Er schrieb ein Memo an das Personal über das bevorstehende Meeting.
B2 noun /ˈpær.ə.daɪs/

Paradise

paradies; ein Ort oder Zustand vollkommenen Glücks; ein idealer oder perfekter Ort
Meaning
heaven; a place or state of perfect happiness; an ideal or perfect place
Example
The tropical island was like paradise for the tourists.
Die tropische Insel war wie das Paradies für die Touristen.
B2 adjective /ˌʌndɪˈveləpt/

Undeveloped

nicht entwickelt; unreif; primitiv
Meaning
not yet developed; immature or primitive
Example
The undeveloped land was later turned into a park.
Das unentwickelte Land wurde später in einen Park umgewandelt.
B2 verb /əkˈnɒlɪdʒ/

acknowledge

anerkennen
Meaning
to accept or admit the existence or truth of something; to recognize
Example
She acknowledged her mistake and apologized.
Sie erkannte ihren Fehler an und entschuldigte sich.
B2 noun /bækˈtɪəriəm/

bacterium

bakterium
Meaning
A single microscopic organism belonging to the group of bacteria.
Example
The doctor explained that a single bacterium can multiply rapidly under the right conditions.
Der Arzt erklärte, dass ein einzelnes Bakterium unter den richtigen Bedingungen schnell multiplizieren kann.
B2 noun /ˈkætəlɔːɡ/

catalog

katalog
Meaning
a complete list of items, typically arranged systematically
Example
The library provides an online catalog of all available books.
Die Bibliothek stellt einen Online-Katalog aller verfügbaren Bücher zur Verfügung.
B2 noun/verb /ˈbrækɪt/

bracket

Metallhalterung
Meaning
A support attached to a wall for holding something; also, to group things together.
Example
The shelf was held up by a strong metal bracket.
Das Regal wurde von einer starken Metallhalterung gehalten.
B2 noun, verb /kloʊk/

cloak

Mantel
Meaning
a loose outer garment; to cover, hide, or disguise
Example
The spy cloaked his identity with a false name.
Der Spion verbarg seine Identität mit einem falschen Namen.
B2 adjective /ˌdʒiːəˈɡræfɪkəl/

geographical

geografisch
Meaning
relating to geography; connected with the physical features, location, or characteristics of the Earth or a particular area
Example
The country’s geographical position makes it an important trading hub.
Die geografische Lage des Landes macht es zu einem wichtigen Handelszentrum.
B2 noun /əˈbɔːrʃən/

abortion

Abtreibung
Meaning
The deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, usually performed during the first 28 weeks.
Example
The debate about abortion continues to divide public opinion.
Die Debatte über Abtreibung teilt weiterhin die öffentliche Meinung.
B2 noun ɔːˈɡæn.ɪk fuːdz

organic foods

biologische Lebensmittel
Meaning
Food produced without the use of chemicals such as artificial pesticides, fertilizers, or other artificial agents.
Example
Organic foods are healthier than processed foods.
Biologische Lebensmittel sind gesünder als verarbeitete Lebensmittel.
B2 noun /haɪˈiː.nə/

Hyena

hyäne
Meaning
a wild animal of Africa and Asia that looks like a dog and makes a sound like laughter
Example
The hyena laughed in the darkness of the night.
Die Hyäne lachte in der Dunkelheit der Nacht.
B2 verb /ˈhezɪteɪt/

hesitate

zögern
Meaning
to pause before acting; to be uncertain about what to do
Example
Don't hesitate to ask for help.
Zögern Sie nicht, um Hilfe zu bitten.
B2 verb baɪnd

bind

binden
Meaning
To tie, fasten, or hold together securely.
Example
This force binds quarks together.
Diese Kraft bindet Quarks zusammen.
B2 adjective /ˌfæʃ.ənd/

Outdated

veraltet
Meaning
obsolete; no longer current
Example
This computer software is completely outdated.
Diese Software ist vollständig veraltet.
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 /ˈfʌŋkʃənl/

functional

funktional
Meaning
designed to be practical and useful, rather than just decorative
Example
The design of the chair is simple but highly functional.
Das Design des Stuhls ist einfach, aber sehr funktional.
B2 verb /ˈkeɪtər/

cater

anbieten
Meaning
To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.
Example
The company catered the wedding reception.
Das Unternehmen hat das Hochzeitsessen zubereitet.
B2 noun /ˈprɛzɪdənsi/

presidency

Präsidentschaft
Meaning
the office or position of being a president
Example
He was elected to the presidency in 2020.
Er wurde 2020 zum Präsidenten gewählt.
B2 adjective /kræmpt/

cramped

eng, unbequem klein
Meaning
uncomfortably small or restricted
Example
The room was so cramped that we could barely move.
Der Raum war so eng, dass wir kaum bewegen konnten.
B2 noun /wɜːrld ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt deɪ/

World Environment Day

Weltumwelttag
Meaning
An annual global event celebrated on June 5 to raise awareness about environmental protection and encourage action for environmental conservation.
Example
World Environment Day is celebrated every year on June 5.
Der Weltumwelttag wird jedes Jahr am 5. Juni gefeiert.
B2 adverb /ˈsɛkʃuəli/

sexually

sexuell
Meaning
in a way that relates to or involves sexual activity or feelings
Example
The film was considered too sexually explicit for young audiences.
Der Film wurde für ein junges Publikum als zu sexuell explizit angesehen.
B2 noun /pænt/

Pant

Hose
Meaning
a piece of clothing worn on the lower body covering each leg separately
Example
She bought a new pair of pants for the party.
Sie kaufte eine neue Hose für die Party.
B2 verb /dɪˈspætʃ/

dispatch

verschicken
Meaning
to send off to a destination or for a purpose
Example
The company dispatched aid to the flood victims.
Das Unternehmen hat Hilfsgüter an die Überschwemmungsopfer gesendet.
B2 noun ɔːˈtɒnəmi

autonomy

Autonomie
Meaning
The right or condition of self-government; freedom from external control or influence.
Example
Autonomy was a primary demand.
Autonomie war eine Hauptforderung.
B2 noun/verb /kəˈmjuː.tɪŋ/

commuting

pendeln
Meaning
Regular travel to and from workplace, daily journey for work.
Example
He spends two hours commuting to work every day.
Er verbringt jeden Tag zwei Stunden mit dem Pendeln zur Arbeit.
B2 adjective /ˌɪn.trəˈdʌk.tər.i/

introductory

einführend
Meaning
Serving as an introduction; preliminary or preparatory.
Example
The professor gave an introductory lecture on economics.
Der Professor hielt einen einführenden Vortrag über Wirtschaft.
B2 noun /ˈrɪə.lɪ.zəm/

realism

realismus
Meaning
The quality of representing things as they are; a practical or factual view.
Example
Her paintings are admired for their realism.
Ihre Gemälde werden für ihren Realismus bewundert.
B2 adjective /ˈstæt.ɪk/

static

statisch
Meaning
Lacking in movement, action, or change; stationary.
Example
Static ideas hinder progress.
Statische Ideen behindern den Fortschritt.
B2 verb /əˈweɪkən/

awaken

wecken
Meaning
to stop sleeping; to cause to become aware
Example
The loud noise awakened the entire neighborhood.
Der laute Lärm weckte die ganze Nachbarschaft.
B2 adjective /ˈnɑː.lɪ.dʒə.bəl/

Knowledgeable

wissend; informiert; gebildet
Meaning
having extensive knowledge; well-informed; educated
Example
She is very knowledgeable about ancient history.
Sie ist sehr wissend über die antike Geschichte.
B2 verb /suː/

sue

klagen
Meaning
to bring a lawsuit against someone in a court of law
Example
She decided to sue the company for damages.
Sie entschied sich, das Unternehmen wegen Schäden zu verklagen.
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 /səkˈses.ər/

Successor

Nachfolger
Meaning
a person who succeeds another in office; someone who takes over a position or role
Example
The CEO announced his retirement and named his successor for the company.
Der CEO kündigte seinen Ruhestand an und nannte seinen Nachfolger für das Unternehmen.
B2 noun /kəˈroʊnə/

corona

eine Krone oder eine kranzähnliche Struktur; bezieht sich auch auf die äußere Atmosphäre der Sonne
Meaning
a crown or crown-like structure; also refers to the outer atmosphere of the sun
Example
The sun's corona was visible during the total solar eclipse.
Die Korona der Sonne war während der totalen Sonnenfinsternis sichtbar.
B2 noun /ˈlænd.fɪl/

landfill

deponie
Meaning
a site where waste material is buried under the ground
Example
The city built a new landfill to manage its growing waste problem.
Die Stadt baute eine neue Deponie, um ihr wachsendes Abfallproblem zu bewältigen.
B2 noun /ɪˈliːt/ or /eɪˈliːt/

elite

Elite
Meaning
A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities.
Example
Only the elite were invited to the exclusive event.
Nur die Elite wurde zu der exklusiven Veranstaltung eingeladen.
B2 noun /ˈleɪbərər/

laborer

Arbeiter
Meaning
a person who does physical work, especially work that requires strength rather than skill
Example
The laborer worked long hours at the construction site.
Der Arbeiter arbeitete lange Stunden auf der Baustelle.
B2 noun /ˈɡæl.ək.siːz/

galaxies

galaxien
Meaning
Large collections of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity.
Example
Distant galaxies hold clues about the early universe.
Entfernte Galaxien enthalten Hinweise auf das frühe Universum.
B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsɪlər/

councilor

Ratsmitglied
Meaning
an elected member of a council, especially a local government body
Example
The councilor held a public meeting to discuss local issues.
Das Ratsmitglied veranstaltete eine öffentliche Sitzung, um lokale Themen zu besprechen.
B2 noun /ˈbærəl/

barrel

großes Fass
Meaning
a large cylindrical container used to hold liquids
Example
The wine was stored in a wooden barrel.
Der Wein wurde in einem Holzfass gelagert.
B2 verb /ˈɪmɪteɪt/

imitate

imitieren
Meaning
to copy the behavior or manner of someone or something
Example
Children often imitate their parents' behavior.
Kinder ahmen oft das Verhalten ihrer Eltern nach.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈdjʊər.ɪŋ/

Enduring

dauerhaft; beständig; lange andauernd
Meaning
lasting; permanent; continuing for a long time
Example
Their enduring friendship lasted for decades.
Ihre dauerhafte Freundschaft hielt Jahrzehnten lang.
B2 noun /səˈvaɪvl/

survival

überleben
Meaning
the state of continuing to live or exist, typically in difficult conditions
Example
Survival in the wild can be a challenging experience.
Überleben in der Wildnis kann eine herausfordernde Erfahrung sein.
B2 noun /pəˈzeʃ.ən/

Possession

besitz; eigentum; kontrolle
Meaning
something that belongs to someone; the state of having or owning something
Example
The house has been in their family's possession for generations.
Das Haus ist seit Generationen im Besitz ihrer Familie.
B2 noun

Kitchen garden

Küchengarten; Garten in der Nähe der Küche
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 verb /swer/

swear

schwören
Meaning
to use offensive language; to promise solemnly; to take an oath
Example
I swear to tell the truth.
Ich schwöre, die Wahrheit zu sagen.
B2 adjective /ˈmɛʒərd/

measured

gemessen
Meaning
carefully considered and deliberate
Example
She spoke in a calm, measured tone.
Sie sprach in einem ruhigen, gemessenen Ton.
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 noun /ˈtes.tɪ.moʊ.ni/

Testimony

Testimonium; Beweis
Meaning
a formal written or spoken statement given in a court of law; evidence or proof
Example
The witness gave compelling testimony during the trial.
Der Zeuge gab während des Prozesses ein überzeugendes Testimonium ab.
B2 noun /buːˈtiːk/

boutique

Modegeschäft
Meaning
a small shop that sells fashionable clothes or accessories
Example
She bought a beautiful dress from a boutique downtown.
Sie kaufte ein schönes Kleid in einem Modegeschäft in der Innenstadt.
B2 adjective /ˈɡræs.i/

Grassy

grasbewachsen
Meaning
covered with grass; resembling grass in color; green like grass
Example
The grassy field stretched as far as the eye could see.
Das grasbewachsene Feld erstreckte sich so weit, wie das Auge reichte.
B2 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.zən.əs/

Poisonous

giftig; toxisch; tödlich
Meaning
containing poison; toxic; deadly
Example
The snake is highly poisonous and dangerous.
Die Schlange ist sehr giftig und gefährlich.
B2 noun /ˈsloʊɡən/

slogan

Slogan
Meaning
a short and memorable phrase used to promote a cause or product
Example
The campaign used a powerful slogan to inspire people.
Die Kampagne verwendete einen kraftvollen Slogan, um die Menschen zu inspirieren.
B2 noun /ˈnɒvəlɪst/

novelist

romanautor
Meaning
a person who writes novels
Example
The novelist spent years writing his new book.
Der Romanautor verbrachte Jahre damit, sein neues Buch zu schreiben.
B2 verb /krʌʃ/

crush

etwas so stark drücken oder zerdrücken, dass es beschädigt oder zerstört wird
Meaning
to press or squeeze something so hard that it is damaged or destroyed
Example
He accidentally crushed the paper cup in his hand.
Er hat versehentlich den Papierbecher in seiner Hand zerdrückt.
B2 adjective ˌæɡ.rɪˈkʌl.tʃər.əl

agricultural

agrarisch
Meaning
Connected with farming.
Example
Agricultural advancements enhance food security.
Agrarische Fortschritte verbessern die Ernährungssicherheit.
B2 adjective /ˈprɑːspərəs/

Prosperous

wohlhabend; prosperierend;
Meaning
successful in material terms; flourishing financially
Example
The company became very prosperous after launching their new product.
Das Unternehmen wurde nach der Einführung ihres neuen Produkts sehr wohlhabend.
B2 noun /ˈpɔːt.fəʊ.li.əʊ/

portfolio

Sammlung von Arbeiten, Proben oder Arbeitsliste
Meaning
A collection of work or samples demonstrating skills and expertise.
Example
His portfolio showcased his diverse range of skills.
Sein Portfolio zeigte seine breite Palette an Fähigkeiten.
B2 noun /kroʊ/

Crow

rabe
Meaning
a large black bird known for its intelligence and harsh call
Example
The crow cawed loudly from the tree branch.
Der Rabe krächzte laut vom Baumast.
B2 noun /ˈmʊzlɪm/

muslim

Muslim
Meaning
a follower of Islam
Example
He is a devout Muslim.
Er ist ein gläubiger Muslim.
B2 noun /ˈɪdɪət/

idiot

Idiot
Meaning
a person who acts in a way that is considered very stupid or foolish
Example
He acted like an idiot at the party last night.
Er benahm sich wie ein Idiot auf der Party letzte Nacht.
B2 adjective /ˈhoʊmli/

Homely

einfach und gemütlich; unprätentiös; schlicht im Aussehen; gemütlich und vertraut
Meaning
simple and comfortable; unpretentious; plain in appearance; cozy and familiar
Example
She enjoyed the homely atmosphere of the small café.
Sie genoss die heimelige Atmosphäre des kleinen Cafés.
B2 adjective /ˈsɪr.i.əl/

Serial

seriell; aufeinanderfolgend
Meaning
happening in a series; consecutive; arranged in order
Example
The serial killer was finally caught after years of investigation.
Der Serienmörder wurde nach Jahren der Ermittlungen endlich gefasst.
B2 noun /ˈmɪd.deɪ/

Midday

Mittag
Meaning
The middle of the day; twelve o'clock in the daytime; noon
Example
The sun is brightest at midday when it's directly overhead.
Die Sonne ist am hellsten zur Mittagszeit, wenn sie direkt über uns steht.
B2 adverb /ɪmˈpɔːtəntli/

importantly

wichtigerweise
Meaning
in a way that is of great significance or value
Example
Importantly, the report highlights the need for immediate action.
Wichtigerweise hebt der Bericht die Notwendigkeit sofortiger Maßnahmen hervor.
B2 adjective /ˌsaɪkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

psychological

psychologisch
Meaning
relating to the mind or mental processes.
Example
She studied the psychological effects of trauma on children.
Sie untersuchte die psychologischen Auswirkungen von Trauma auf Kinder.
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 /ˌdaɪəɡˈnoʊsɪs/

diagnosis

Diagnose
Meaning
The identification of a disease, condition, or problem through examination of symptoms.
Example
The diagnosis confirmed that she had diabetes.
Die Diagnose bestätigte, dass sie Diabetes hatte.
B2 verb /ˈmɑːdɪfaɪ/

modify

modifizieren
Meaning
to change or alter something; to make partial changes
Example
We need to modify the plan to include more details.
Wir müssen den Plan ändern, um mehr Details einzufügen.
B2 noun ˈlaɪv.stɒk ˈfɑː.mɪŋ

livestock farming

Viehzucht
Meaning
The breeding, raising, and care of farm animals such as cattle, horses, sheep, and pigs for food, fiber, and other products.
Example
Livestock farming plays a crucial role in food security.
Viehzucht spielt eine entscheidende Rolle in der Ernährungssicherheit.
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 noun, verb, adjective /ræŋk/

rank

Rang
Meaning
A position in a hierarchy; to place in order according to importance or quality.
Example
She quickly rose to a senior rank in the company.
Sie stieg schnell in der Firma auf und erreichte einen höheren Rang.
B2 verb /nɪt/

knit

stricken
Meaning
To make clothes or fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with needles.
Example
She loves to knit scarves for her friends during the winter.
Sie liebt es, Schals für ihre Freunde im Winter zu stricken.
B2 noun ˈɪnəveɪtɪv tuːlz

innovative tools

innovative Werkzeuge
Meaning
Creative devices or advanced technologies that introduce new methods or approaches to accomplish tasks.
Example
Teachers use innovative tools to enhance classroom learning.
Lehrer verwenden innovative Werkzeuge, um das Lernen im Klassenzimmer zu verbessern.
B2 adverb /ˈkɒnsɪkwəntli/

consequently

deshalb
Meaning
as a result; therefore
Example
He didn’t study, and consequently he failed the exam.
Er hat nicht gelernt, und deshalb ist er in der Prüfung durchgefallen.
B2 noun /ˈrɛnəˌsɑːns/

renaissance

Renaissance
Meaning
a revival of art, culture, or learning; a period of renewed interest and growth
Example
The city experienced a cultural renaissance during the 1990s.
Die Stadt erlebte in den 1990er Jahren eine kulturelle Renaissance.
B2 adjective /ˈiːtəbl̩/

eatable

essbar
Meaning
suitable or safe for eating
Example
The berries are not only eatable but also quite tasty.
Die Beeren sind nicht nur essbar, sondern auch ziemlich schmackhaft.
B2 noun, adjective /ˈsoʊʃəlɪst/

socialist

Sozialist
Meaning
a person who advocates for socialism; relating to socialism
Example
He is a well-known socialist writer.
Er ist ein bekannter sozialistischer Schriftsteller.
B2 noun /ˌvɛrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

verification

Verifizierung
Meaning
The process of establishing the truth, accuracy, or validity of something.
Example
The bank requires verification of identity before opening an account.
Die Bank verlangt eine Identitätsverifizierung, bevor ein Konto eröffnet wird.
B2 adverb /hɛns/

hence

daher
Meaning
for this reason; as a result
Example
She was the best candidate, hence she was chosen for the job.
Sie war die beste Kandidatin, daher wurde sie für den Job ausgewählt.
B2 noun /ˌledʒɪsˈleɪʃən/

legislation

Gesetzgebung
Meaning
laws considered collectively, or the act of making laws
Example
The government passed new legislation to protect the environment.
Die Regierung verabschiedete eine neue Gesetzgebung zum Schutz der Umwelt.
B2 verb /kəmˈpɛl/

compel

zwingen
Meaning
To force or drive someone to do something.
Example
The law compels citizens to pay taxes.
Das Gesetz zwingt die Bürger, Steuern zu zahlen.
B2 noun /ˈpɒp.i/

Poppy

Mohnblume
Meaning
a bright red flower with black seeds, often used as a symbol of remembrance
Example
The red poppy bloomed beautifully in the garden.
Die rote Mohnblume blühte wunderschön im Garten.
B2 adverb /ɪkˈskluːsɪvli/

exclusively

ausschließlich
Meaning
only; not shared with others
Example
This service is available exclusively to premium members.
Dieser Service ist ausschließlich für Premium-Mitglieder verfügbar.
B2 adjective /ˈflɔː.ləs/

Flawless

makellos; fehlerfrei
Meaning
perfect; without any defects or faults; immaculate
Example
Her flawless performance earned her a standing ovation.
Ihre makellose Leistung brachte ihr stehende Ovationen ein.
B2 adjective /ˈrɪdʒ.ɪd/

Rigid

starr
Meaning
hard and stiff; not able to bend; strict and unwilling to change
Example
The company has a rigid dress code that all employees must follow.
Das Unternehmen hat einen starren Dresscode, dem alle Mitarbeiter folgen müssen.
B2 noun /rɛlm/

realm

Bereich
Meaning
A kingdom or domain; a field or area of activity or interest.
Example
He is well known in the realm of science.
Er ist im Bereich der Wissenschaft bekannt.
B2 adverb /ˈdɛspərətli/

desperately

verzweifelt
Meaning
in a way that shows despair or great need
Example
He called for help desperately after the accident.
Er rief verzweifelt nach Hilfe nach dem Unfall.
B2 adjective /æbˈnɔːr.məl/

abnormal

abnormal
Meaning
deviating from what is normal or usual, typically in a way that is undesirable
Example
The doctor noticed an abnormal growth in the patient’s lung.
Der Arzt bemerkte ein abnormales Wachstum in der Lunge des Patienten.
B2 noun /ˌkoʊəˈlɪʃən/

coalition

Koalition
Meaning
a temporary alliance of distinct parties, persons, or states for joint action
Example
Several parties formed a coalition to pass the new law.
Mehrere Parteien bildeten eine Koalition, um das neue Gesetz zu verabschieden.
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, adjective /hjuːˌmænɪˈtɛəriən/

humanitarian

humanitär
Meaning
A person who seeks to promote human welfare, or something relating to human welfare and compassion.
Example
The organization provides humanitarian aid to disaster victims.
Die Organisation leistet humanitäre Hilfe für Katastrophenopfer.
B2 noun/verb /bʌst/

bust

Büste/zerbrechen
Meaning
As a noun: A sculpture of a person's head, shoulders, and chest; As a verb: To break, smash, or arrest.
Example
The police busted the gang last night.
Die Polizei hat die Bande gestern Abend verhaftet.
B2 verb /pliːd/

plead

flehen
Meaning
to make an emotional appeal; to present a case in court
Example
She pleaded for mercy.
Sie flehte um Gnade.
B2 noun /ˈfræk.ʃən/

Fraction

Bruchteil; Teil
Meaning
a numerical quantity that is not a whole number; a small or tiny part of something
Example
Only a small fraction of the population voted in the local election.
Nur ein kleiner Bruchteil der Bevölkerung hat bei den lokalen Wahlen abgestimmt.
B2 adjective /ˈhoʊm.sɪk/

Homesick

Heimweh; Sehnsucht nach Zuhause
Meaning
experiencing a longing for one's home during a period of absence from it; missing home
Example
After three months studying abroad, Maria felt increasingly homesick for her family.
Nach drei Monaten Studium im Ausland fühlte Maria sich immer mehr heimwehkrank nach ihrer Familie.