B2 noun/verb jiːldz

yields

Ertrag

Meaning

The amount of agricultural produce harvested per unit of land area.

Example

Crop yields have declined due to extreme weather.

Die Erträge der Ernten sind aufgrund extremen Wetters zurückgegangen.

B2 adverb /ˈθɪkli/

Thickly

dicht

Meaning

in a thick manner; densely; heavily

Example

The forest was thickly wooded with tall pine trees.

Der Wald war dicht mit hohen Kiefern bewachsen.

B2 verb /ɛksˈheɪl/

exhale

ausatmen

Meaning

to breathe out air from the lungs

Example

She slowly exhaled after holding her breath.

Sie atmete langsam aus, nachdem sie den Atem angehalten hatte.

B2 noun /ˈpɜr.mə.nəns/

Permanence

permanenz

Meaning

the state or quality of lasting or remaining unchanged indefinitely; enduring nature

Example

The permanence of the stone monument impressed all visitors.

Die Permanenz des Steinmonuments beeindruckte alle Besucher.

B2 adjective /teɪm/

Tame

zahm; sanft; gehorsam

Meaning

domesticated and not wild; gentle and easy to control

Example

The tame lion performed tricks in the circus.

Der zahme Löwe führte Kunststücke im Zirkus vor.

B2 verb /pəˈreɪd/

parade

paradieren, zur Schau stellen

Meaning

to march in a procession; to display publicly; to show off

Example

The soldiers paraded through the streets on Independence Day.

Die Soldaten paradeten durch die Straßen am Unabhängigkeitstag.

B2 adjective ɪkˈstɪŋkt

extinct

ausgestorben

Meaning

No longer in existence; having died out completely.

Example

Some species are becoming extinct due to overfishing.

Einige Arten werden aufgrund der Überfischung aussterben.

B2 noun /ˈboʊlər/

bowler

Bowler

Meaning

a person who delivers the ball in cricket; also a type of hard felt hat with a rounded crown

Example

The bowler took three wickets in the first over.

Der Bowler nahm drei Wickets im ersten Over.

B2 verb /ɪkˈsɛl/

excel

hervorstechen

Meaning

to be exceptionally good at or proficient in an activity or subject

Example

She always tries to excel in her studies.

Sie versucht immer, in ihren Studien hervorzustechen.

B2 verb ˈɛkəʊd

echoed

hallte wider

Meaning

To repeat or resound; to be reminiscent of something.

Example

The words of gratitude echoed in his heart.

Die Worte der Dankbarkeit hallten in seinem Herzen wider.

B2 noun ˈbleɪzə

blazer

Blazer

Meaning

A coloured jacket worn by members of a club, team, or school as part of a uniform.

Example

He looked sharp in his navy blue blazer at the event.

Er sah in seinem marineblauen Blazer bei der Veranstaltung schick aus.

B2 adjective /ˈfeɪvərəbl/

favourable

günstig

Meaning

Expressing approval, support, or positivity; advantageous or beneficial

Example

The weather conditions were favourable for the outdoor event.

Die Wetterbedingungen waren günstig für die Veranstaltung im Freien.

B2 adjective /ˈplɔː.zə.bəl/

plausible

glaubwürdig oder wahrscheinlich

Meaning

Seeming reasonable or probable; credible or believable.

Example

His excuse seemed plausible, but I had my doubts.

Seine Entschuldigung schien plausibel, aber ich hatte meine Zweifel.

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 /fʌs/

Fuss

Aufhebens; Unruhe; unnötige Besorgnis

Meaning

unnecessary worry or bother about something; agitated excitement over a trivial matter

Example

She made such a fuss about the small stain on her dress that everyone noticed.

Sie machte so ein Aufhebens wegen des kleinen Flecks auf ihrem Kleid, dass es jeder bemerkte.

B2 adjective /kəmˈpærətɪv/

Comparative

vergleichend

Meaning

involving comparison between two or more things; relative

Example

The study showed comparative results between different teaching methods.

Die Studie zeigte vergleichende Ergebnisse zwischen verschiedenen Lehrmethoden.

B2 adjective /ˈɛv.ə.ɡriːn/

evergreen

immergrün

Meaning

Remaining green and functional throughout the year; not shedding leaves seasonally.

Example

Evergreen trees like pine and fir stay green year-round.

Immergrüne Bäume wie Kiefern und Tannen bleiben das ganze Jahr über grün.

B2 adjective /njuːˈmɛrɪkəl/

numerical

numerisch

Meaning

relating to or expressed in numbers

Example

The report provides numerical data on population growth.

Der Bericht liefert numerische Daten zum Bevölkerungswachstum.

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 /ˈbɛərɪŋ/

bearing

Verhalten / Haltung

Meaning

a person's way of standing or moving; relevance or connection to something

Example

Her calm bearing impressed everyone in the room.

Ihre ruhige Haltung beeindruckte alle im Raum.

B2 adjective /ʌn.rɪˈleɪ.tɪd/

Unrelated

irrelevant; nicht verbunden

Meaning

having no connection or relationship; not connected by family ties

Example

The two incidents were completely unrelated to each other.

Die beiden Vorfälle waren völlig unbeeinflusst voneinander.

B2 adjective /ˌkrɒnəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

chronological

chronologisch

Meaning

Arranged in the order in which events happened.

Example

The events were listed in chronological order.

Die Ereignisse wurden in chronologischer Reihenfolge aufgelistet.

B2 noun /kreɪn/

Crane

Kranich

Meaning

a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects

Example

The graceful crane stood motionless by the water's edge.

Der anmutige Kranich stand reglos am Rand des Wassers.

B2 noun /dɪˌskrɪm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Discrimination

Diskriminierung; ungerechte Behandlung; Vorurteil

Meaning

the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people; recognition of difference

Example

The company was sued for racial discrimination in their hiring practices.

Das Unternehmen wurde wegen rassistischer Diskriminierung in seinen Einstellungspraktiken verklagt.

B2 noun /ˈprəʊsesə/

processor

prozessor

Meaning

a machine or device that processes something, especially a computer's central processing unit (CPU)

Example

The new laptop has a faster processor.

Der neue Laptop hat einen schnelleren Prozessor.

B2 adjective /rɪˈmuːvəbəl/

removable

abnehmbar

Meaning

able to be removed or taken away

Example

This phone has a removable battery.

Dieses Telefon hat eine abnehmbare Batterie.

B2 adjective /ˌfɔːrθˈkʌmɪŋ/

forthcoming

bevorstehend

Meaning

about to happen soon; willing to share information

Example

The company announced its forthcoming product launch.

Das Unternehmen kündigte die bevorstehende Produkteinführung an.

B2 noun /ɪkˈskluːʒən/

exclusion

Ausschluss

Meaning

The process or state of being left out or denied access.

Example

The policy led to the exclusion of certain groups.

Die Politik führte zum Ausschluss bestimmter Gruppen.

B2 noun/verb /briːtʃ/

breach

Verstoß

Meaning

A violation or breaking of a law, agreement, or code of conduct; an act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct.

Example

The company faced a breach of data security.

Das Unternehmen erlebte einen Verstoß gegen die Datensicherheit.

B2 noun /ˈwɪkɪdnəs/

wickedness

Bösartigkeit, Unmoral

Meaning

Evil or morally bad behavior.

Example

The story highlights the wickedness of the cruel king.

Die Geschichte hebt die Bösartigkeit des grausamen Königs hervor.

B2 noun /nɪˌɡoʊ.siˈeɪ.ʃən/

Negotiation

Gespräch, das auf eine Einigung abzielt; Verhandlung

Meaning

discussion aimed at reaching an agreement; bargaining

Example

The negotiation between the two companies lasted for weeks.

Die Verhandlung zwischen den beiden Unternehmen dauerte Wochen.

B2 verb /ˈɡæmbəl/

gamble

glücksspiel

Meaning

to bet money on games of chance; to take a risky action

Example

He decided to gamble his savings on the stock market.

Er entschloss sich, seine Ersparnisse auf dem Aktienmarkt zu riskieren.

B2 verb /nɪˈɡoʊ.ʃi.eɪt/

negotiate

verhandeln

Meaning

To discuss something formally in order to reach an agreement.

Example

They negotiated a fair deal with the supplier.

Sie haben mit dem Lieferanten einen fairen Deal ausgehandelt.

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 adjective /ˈwɪt.i/

Witty

witzig; klug

Meaning

having or showing quick intelligence; amusing in a clever way

Example

Her witty response to the critic's question impressed the entire audience.

Ihre witzige Antwort auf die Frage des Kritikers beeindruckte das ganze Publikum.

B2 verb /drɪft/

drift

treiben

Meaning

to move slowly, especially by air or water currents

Example

The boat began to drift away from the shore.

Das Boot begann, sich vom Ufer zu entfernen.

B2 noun ɪˈroʊʒən

erosion

Erosion

Meaning

The gradual destruction or diminishing of something.

Example

Power struggles often lead to the erosion of humanity.

Machtkämpfe führen oft zur Erosion der Menschlichkeit.

B2 noun əˈʃɔː.rəns

assurance

Versicherung

Meaning

A positive declaration intended to give confidence; a promise.

Example

Assurance of quality is a priority for the council.

Die Qualitätssicherung hat für den Rat oberste Priorität.

B2 verb /ɪˈnækt/

enact

erlassen

Meaning

to make into law; to perform or act out

Example

The government decided to enact a new policy on education.

Die Regierung entschied sich, eine neue Bildungspolitik zu erlassen.

B2 noun /skʌl/

Skull

Schädel

Meaning

the bony framework of the head that protects the brain

Example

The doctor examined the skull X-ray carefully.

Der Arzt untersuchte sorgfältig das Röntgenbild des Schädels.

B2 verb /ˈstɑːrtl/

startle

erschrecken

Meaning

To surprise or frighten someone suddenly.

Example

The loud noise startled the children.

Das laute Geräusch erschreckte die Kinder.

B2 adjective /ˈprɛf(ə)rəb(ə)l/

preferable

bevorzugt

Meaning

more desirable or suitable; better than something else

Example

It is preferable to take the train rather than drive in heavy traffic.

Es ist besser, den Zug zu nehmen, statt im dichten Verkehr zu fahren.

B2 verb /nɪˈɡlekt/

neglect

vernachlässigen

Meaning

to fail to care for or give attention to something

Example

Don't neglect your health while studying.

Vernachlässige nicht deine Gesundheit, während du studierst.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈɪndʒərd/

uninjured

unversehrt

Meaning

Without injury; not physically harmed.

Example

All the passengers were rescued uninjured.

Alle Passagiere wurden unversehrt gerettet.

B2 noun /treɪˈniː/

Trainee

Praktikant; Auszubildender

Meaning

a person undergoing training for a particular job or profession; a novice learner

Example

The medical trainee worked long hours to gain practical experience.

Der medizinische Praktikant arbeitete lange Stunden, um praktische Erfahrungen zu sammeln.

B2 adjective /ˌθɛr.əˈpjuː.tɪk/

therapeutic

therapeutisch

Meaning

Having a healing or beneficial effect on the body or mind.

Example

Meditation is highly therapeutic for mental well-being.

Meditation ist sehr therapeutisch für das geistige Wohlbefinden.

B2 noun /ˈfæntəsi/

fantasy

Fantasie

Meaning

a creation of the imagination, especially something improbable or impossible

Example

She has a vivid fantasy about traveling to space.

Sie hat eine lebendige Fantasie über das Reisen ins All.

B2 noun /ˈmʊzlɪm/

muslim

Muslim

Meaning

a follower of Islam

Example

He is a devout Muslim.

Er ist ein gläubiger Muslim.

B2 verb /prɪˈveɪl/

prevail

siegen

Meaning

To prove more powerful or superior; to be widespread or common.

Example

Justice will always prevail over injustice.

Gerechtigkeit wird immer über Ungerechtigkeit siegen.

B2 adjective /ˈliː.fi/

Leafy

mit vielen Blättern; mit Blättern bedeckt

Meaning

having many leaves; covered with leaves

Example

The leafy green vegetables are very nutritious.

Die blätterreichen grünen Gemüse sind sehr nahrhaft.

B2 adjective /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/

neighboring

benachbart

Meaning

situated near or next to another place; adjacent or nearby.

Example

They visited a neighboring village for the festival.

Sie besuchten ein benachbartes Dorf für das Festival.

B2 noun /həˈraɪ.zənz/

horizons

Horizonte

Meaning

The limit of a person's mental perception, experience, or interest.

Example

The telescope opens new horizons for astronomy.

Das Teleskop öffnet neue Horizonte für die Astronomie.

B2 noun /ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl ˈmuːvmənt/

environmental movement

Umweltschutzbewegung

Meaning

A social or political movement aimed at protecting the environment and promoting sustainable practices through advocacy, education, and policy changes.

Example

The environmental movement focuses on reducing pollution and protecting ecosystems.

Die Umweltschutzbewegung konzentriert sich auf die Reduzierung der Verschmutzung und den Schutz von Ökosystemen.

B2 adjective /ˈstʌnɪŋ/

stunning

umwerfend

Meaning

extremely impressive or attractive

Example

The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely stunning.

Die Aussicht vom Gipfel des Berges war absolut umwerfend.

B2 verb /ˈsɪmbəlaɪz/

symbolize

symbolisieren

Meaning

to represent or stand for something else

Example

The dove symbolizes peace across cultures.

Die Taube symbolisiert Frieden über Kulturen hinweg.

B2 noun, verb /steɪk/

stake

Beteiligung, Risiko

Meaning

A share or interest in a business or venture; to risk or support something of value.

Example

He has a major stake in the new company.

Er hat einen großen Anteil an der neuen Firma.

B2 adjective /ˈpəʊstwɔːr/

postwar

Nachkriegszeit

Meaning

occurring or existing after a war

Example

The postwar period saw significant economic growth.

Die Nachkriegszeit erlebte ein erhebliches Wirtschaftswachstum.

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 noun /ˈpæntri/

pantry

Vorratskammer

Meaning

A small room or cupboard where food, dishes, and kitchen supplies are stored.

Example

She stocked the pantry with fresh groceries for the week.

Sie füllte die Vorratskammer mit frischen Lebensmitteln für die Woche.

B2 verb /ˌʌndərˈskɔːr/

underscore

unterstreichen

Meaning

to emphasize or highlight something

Example

The incident underscored the need for better safety measures.

Der Vorfall unterstrich die Notwendigkeit besserer Sicherheitsmaßnahmen.

B2 noun /ˈtʃer.i ˌblɒs.əm/

Cherry Blossom

Kirschblüte

Meaning

the pink or white flowers of a cherry tree that bloom in spring

Example

The cherry blossoms bloom beautifully in April.

Die Kirschblüten blühen im April wunderschön.

B2 adverb /mɔːrˈoʊvər/

moreover

außerdem

Meaning

Used to add information that supports or emphasizes what has already been said.

Example

The job is challenging; moreover, it requires excellent communication skills.

Der Job ist herausfordernd; außerdem erfordert er ausgezeichnete Kommunikationsfähigkeiten.

B2 verb /skeər/

scare

erschrecken

Meaning

to frighten someone or make them feel afraid

Example

The loud noise scared the baby.

Der laute Lärm hat das Baby erschreckt.

B2 noun /ˈder.ɪŋ/

Daring

Waghalsigkeit; Bereitschaft, Risiken einzugehen

Meaning

adventurous courage; willingness to take risks

Example

The mountain climber's daring impressed everyone at the base camp.

Der Wagemut des Bergsteigers beeindruckte alle im Basislager.

B2 adjective /slɪk/

slick

glatt

Meaning

Smooth, clever, or efficient, often in a way that seems superficial.

Example

He gave a slick presentation to impress the investors.

Er hielt eine glatte Präsentation, um die Investoren zu beeindrucken.

B2 verb prəˈmoʊtɪŋ

promoting

fördern

Meaning

Supporting or actively encouraging; helping to develop or increase.

Example

Promoting practical education ensures skill development.

Die Förderung praktischer Bildung stellt die Entwicklung von Fähigkeiten sicher.

B2 noun /səˈplaɪə(r)/

supplier

Lieferant

Meaning

a person or company that provides goods or services

Example

The supplier delivered the products on time.

Der Lieferant lieferte die Produkte pünktlich.

B2 noun /ˈpɔːrɪdʒ/

porridge

Haferbrei

Meaning

A soft food made by boiling oats or other grains in milk or water.

Example

She had a bowl of porridge for breakfast.

Sie aß eine Schale Haferbrei zum Frühstück.

B2 noun ˈbluː.prɪnt

blueprint

detaillierter Plan

Meaning

A detailed plan or framework for a work or project, a pre-planned structure.

Example

The architect presented a blueprint for the new building.

Der Architekt präsentierte einen detaillierten Plan für das neue Gebäude.

B2 verb /stɪə(r)/

steer

steuern

Meaning

to guide or control the movement of a vehicle, vessel, or person

Example

He steered the car carefully through the narrow street.

Er steuerte das Auto vorsichtig durch die enge Straße.

B2 noun /hɔːk/

Hawk

Falke

Meaning

a bird of prey with broad wings and strong talons used for hunting

Example

The hawk soared high above the field hunting for prey.

Der Falke flog hoch über das Feld und suchte nach Beute.

B2 noun /ˈves.əl/

vessel

Schiff

Meaning

A ship or large boat.

Example

The vessel carried critical supplies.

Das Schiff trug wichtige Vorräte.

B2 verb /əˈsend/

ascend

aufsteigen

Meaning

to go up or climb to a higher position; to rise

Example

The climbers will ascend the mountain at dawn.

Die Kletterer werden den Berg bei Dämmerung aufsteigen.

B2 noun /kənˈtroʊlər/

controller

Steuergerät

Meaning

a person or device that manages, directs, or regulates something

Example

The game controller made it easy to play the video game.

Der Gamecontroller erleichterte das Spielen des Videospiels.

B2 verb /tæn/

tan

die Haut oder das Leder braun machen durch Sonnenstrahlung oder chemische Mittel

Meaning

to make skin or a hide brown by exposure to the sun or by using chemicals

Example

She tanned her skin after spending the summer at the beach.

Sie hat ihre Haut gebräunt, nachdem sie den Sommer am Strand verbracht hat.

B2 noun ˈekwɪti

equity

Eigenkapital

Meaning

The value of the shares issued by a company.

Example

Owning equity in a company can yield significant returns.

Aktienbesitz in einem Unternehmen kann erhebliche Renditen abwerfen.

B2 adjective /ˈhɑlːoʊ/

Hollow

hohl; leer;

Meaning

having an empty space inside; lacking substance or meaning; insincere

Example

The hollow tree trunk provided shelter for small animals.

Der hohle Baumstamm bot kleinen Tieren Unterschlupf.

B2 noun /ˈʃuːtɪŋ/

shooting

Dreh

Meaning

the action of shooting a gun, camera, or similar device

Example

The shooting of the movie took several months.

Der Dreh des Films dauerte mehrere Monate.

B2 noun /proʊˈbeɪʃən/

probation

Probezeit

Meaning

a period of testing or supervision, especially for offenders or new employees

Example

He was placed on probation for six months.

Er wurde für sechs Monate in der Probezeit gesetzt.

B2 adverb /ɪˈsɛnʃəli/

essentially

wesentlich

Meaning

Used to emphasize the basic or fundamental nature of something.

Example

The two plans are essentially the same.

Die beiden Pläne sind im Wesentlichen gleich.

B2 noun /biːt/

Beet

rote Bete

Meaning

a plant with a round dark red root that is eaten as a vegetable

Example

Roasted beet with goat cheese makes a delicious salad.

Geröstete rote Bete mit Ziegenkäse macht einen köstlichen Salat.

B2 adjective /suːˈpɪə.ri.ər/

Superior

überlegen; besser als der Durchschnitt

Meaning

higher in rank, quality, or importance; better than average

Example

This product is superior to all others in the market.

Dieses Produkt ist allen anderen auf dem Markt überlegen.

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 /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 noun, verb /ˈɪnstɪˌtjuːt/

institute

Institut

Meaning

as a noun, an organization founded for a specific purpose; as a verb, to establish or initiate

Example

The university decided to institute new rules for the library.

Die Universität beschloss, neue Regeln für die Bibliothek einzuführen.

B2 adverb /ˌɪndəˈrɛktli/

indirectly

indirekt

Meaning

in a way that is not direct; through an intermediate means or influence

Example

The policy affected small businesses indirectly.

Die Politik beeinflusste kleine Unternehmen indirekt.

B2 noun /ˈloʊ.təs/

Lotus

Lotusblume

Meaning

a large water flower that floats on the surface of ponds and lakes

Example

The lotus flower blooms beautifully in the quiet pond.

Die Lotusblume blüht wunderschön im stillen Teich.

B2 verb /əˈlaɪn/

align

ausrichten / in eine gerade Linie bringen

Meaning

To arrange things in a straight line; to adjust or bring into proper relation or agreement.

Example

The manager asked the team to align their goals with the company's mission.

Der Manager bat das Team, ihre Ziele mit der Mission des Unternehmens in Einklang zu bringen.

B2 adjective /ˈtɒl.ər.ə.bəl/

Tolerable

erträglich; akzeptabel, aber nicht ideal

Meaning

able to be endured; acceptable though not ideal

Example

The heat was barely tolerable in the afternoon.

Die Hitze war am Nachmittag kaum erträglich.

B2 noun daɪˈmen.ʃən

dimension

Dimension

Meaning

An aspect or feature of a situation, problem, or thing; a measurable extent.

Example

Renewable projects add a new dimension to urban planning.

Erneuerbare Projekte bringen eine neue Dimension in die Stadtplanung.

B2 verb /ɪˈvoʊk/

evoke

erwecken

Meaning

to bring a feeling, memory, or image into the mind

Example

The old song evoked memories of her childhood.

Das alte Lied erweckte Erinnerungen an ihre Kindheit.

B2 adverb /ʌnˈwɪlɪŋli/

unwillingly

widerwillig

Meaning

in a way that shows reluctance or lack of desire; not willingly

Example

She unwillingly agreed to attend the meeting.

Sie stimmte widerwillig zu, an dem Treffen teilzunehmen.

B2 adjective /ˈhjuː.mɪd/

Humid

feucht; nass

Meaning

containing moisture; damp; moist;

Example

The humid climate makes it feel hotter than it actually is.

Das feuchte Klima lässt es heißer erscheinen, als es tatsächlich ist.

B2 noun /ˌhɪp.əˈpɒt.ə.məs/

Hippopotamus

Flusspferd

Meaning

a large, mostly herbivorous mammal that lives in and around water in Africa

Example

The hippopotamus spends most of its day in the water.

Das Flusspferd verbringt den Großteil des Tages im Wasser.

B2 noun/verb /ˌbærɪˈkeɪd/

barricade

barrikade

Meaning

a barrier erected to block or defend against movement; to block a passage with obstacles

Example

Protesters built a barricade across the street.

Protestierende bauten eine Barrikade über die Straße.

B2 verb /tʃænt/

chant

singen

Meaning

to sing or recite in a rhythmic way

Example

The monks chant prayers in the temple.

Die Mönche singen Gebete im Tempel.

B2 adjective /ˈrɪɡ.ər.əs/

rigorous

streng

Meaning

Extremely thorough and demanding in analysis or practice.

Example

A rigorous study plan helps students achieve better results.

Ein strenger Studienplan hilft den Studenten, bessere Ergebnisse zu erzielen.

B2 noun ˈstræt.ɪ.dʒiz

strategies

Strategien

Meaning

A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim; the art of planning and directing operations.

Example

Effective strategies can mitigate climate change impacts.

Effektive Strategien können die Auswirkungen des Klimawandels mildern.

B2 verb /sɪp/

sip

nippen

Meaning

to drink in small quantities; to taste carefully

Example

She sipped her tea slowly while reading the newspaper.

Sie nippte langsam an ihrem Tee, während sie die Zeitung las.

B2 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːrfɪkt/

imperfect

unvollkommen

Meaning

Not perfect; having faults or flaws.

Example

The painting was beautiful despite being imperfect.

Das Gemälde war schön, obwohl es unvollkommen war.

B2 verb /dæʃ/

dash

sich schnell und plötzlich bewegen; etwas gewaltsam schlagen oder zerbrechen

Meaning

to move quickly and suddenly; to strike or break something violently

Example

She dashed across the street to catch the bus.

Sie rannte schnell die Straße entlang, um den Bus zu erwischen.

B2 noun /æs/

Ass

Esel

Meaning

a donkey; a small domesticated animal of the horse family

Example

The farmer used an ass to carry heavy loads.

Der Bauer benutzte einen Esel, um schwere Lasten zu tragen.

B2 noun /ɪnˈvɒlvmənt/

involvement

Beteiligung

Meaning

the act of taking part in something

Example

His involvement in the project was crucial.

Seine Beteiligung am Projekt war entscheidend.

B2 adjective /ˈfruːt.fəl/

Fruitful

fruchtbar; vorteilhaft; erfolgreich;

Meaning

productive; beneficial; successful;

Example

Our discussion was very fruitful and led to many new ideas.

Unsere Diskussion war sehr fruchtbar und führte zu vielen neuen Ideen.

B2 adjective /ˈslɪp.ər.i/

Slippery

rutschig

Meaning

smooth and difficult to hold; causing sliding or slipping

Example

The wet floor was very slippery after cleaning.

Der nasse Boden war nach der Reinigung sehr rutschig.

B2 noun /ˈɡræs.hɒp.ər/

Grass-hopper

grashüpfer

Meaning

a jumping insect with long hind legs that feeds on grass and plants

Example

The grasshopper jumped from one leaf to another.

Der Grashüpfer sprang von einem Blatt zum anderen.

B2 noun /kraɪˈtɪəriən/

criterion

Kriterium

Meaning

A standard or rule used to make a judgment or decision.

Example

Honesty is an important criterion for this job.

Ehrlichkeit ist ein wichtiges Kriterium für diesen Job.

B2 noun dɪˈveləpɪŋ ˈriːdʒənz

developing regions

Entwicklungsregionen

Meaning

Areas or countries that are in the process of economic growth and development

Example

Pollution affects developing regions the most.

Verschmutzung betrifft am meisten Entwicklungsregionen.

B2 noun ˌkætəˈstrɒfɪk ɪˈvents

catastrophic events

katastrophale Ereignisse

Meaning

Extremely destructive or damaging events that cause widespread devastation.

Example

Cyclones are catastrophic events in Bangladesh.

Zyklone sind katastrophale Ereignisse in Bangladesch.

B2 noun (plural) /ˈɑːrtɪˌfæks/

artifacts

Artefakte

Meaning

objects made by humans, often of historical or cultural importance

Example

Archaeologists discovered valuable artifacts in the ruins.

Archäologen entdeckten wertvolle Artefakte in den Ruinen.

B2 noun /biːd/

Bead

Perle

Meaning

a small round object with a hole through it for threading

Example

She made a necklace with colorful beads.

Sie machte eine Halskette mit bunten Perlen.

B2 noun /əˈstrɒnəmər/

astronomer

Astronom

Meaning

a scientist who studies the stars, planets, and the universe

Example

The astronomer observed the new comet through his telescope.

Der Astronom beobachtete den neuen Kometen durch sein Teleskop.

B2 adjective /ˈtaɪm.li/

Timely

zeitgerecht; pünktlich

Meaning

happening at the right time; punctual

Example

His timely arrival saved the meeting.

Seine pünktliche Ankunft rettete das Treffen.

B2 interjection /ˈbrɑː.voʊ/

durchhalten

Meaning

to continue firmly in an action or opinion despite difficulty or opposition

Example

She decided to persist in her efforts to learn French.

Sie entschied sich, in ihren Bemühungen, Französisch zu lernen, durchzuhalten.