Englisches Vokabelwörterbuch | Wortbedeutungen, Definitionen & Beispiele
CEFR Level
to obtain or achieve something, often an advantage or benefit
"She gained valuable experience from her internship."
the action or practice of playing games, especially video games
"Gaming has become a popular pastime among teenagers."
A building or space for housing cars or vehicles.
"He parked his car in the garage."
a person who tends and cultivates a garden
"The gardener planted beautiful flowers in the backyard."
A substance like air that is neither solid nor liquid and can expand freely.
"The balloon was filled with gas."
A movable barrier that opens and closes to allow or prevent entry through an opening.
"She closed the gate behind her as she left the garden."
to bring people or things together; to collect
"They gathered around the fire to keep warm."
Relating to all or most people, things, or situations; not specific.
"He made a general comment about the project."
in most cases; usually; as a rule
"He generally arrives at work before 9 a.m."
the study of the Earth’s physical features, climates, populations, and the relationships between people and their environments
"She studies geography to understand how landscapes and human societies interact."
relating to Germany, its people, or its language
"She is learning German to study abroad."
the spirit of a dead person that is believed to appear to the living
"She felt as if a ghost was watching her in the dark hallway."
a very tall African animal with a long neck and long legs
"The giraffe stretched its neck to reach the leaves on the tall tree."
feeling pleased, happy, or delighted
"I am glad to see you again after so long."
Relating to the whole world; worldwide.
"Climate change is a global issue."
A covering for the hand with separate parts for the fingers and thumb.
"She wore gloves to protect her hands from the cold."
coverings for the hands with separate parts for each finger
"She wore warm gloves to protect her hands from the cold."
a sticky substance used for sticking objects or materials together; an adhesive
"The children used white glue to attach the colorful paper pieces to their art project."
an aim or desired result; a point scored in a game
"Her main goal is to become a doctor."
An aim or desired result; something that you want to achieve.
"Setting clear goals helps in achieving success."
a hardy domesticated animal kept for its milk, meat, and hair
"The farmer keeps several goats for milk production."
a deity; a supreme being believed to control the universe
"People in different cultures worship God in various ways."
a yellow precious metal used in jewelry and as money
"The ring was made of pure gold."
made of or resembling gold; precious or excellent
"This is a golden opportunity to learn new skills."
A game in which players use clubs to hit a ball into a series of holes on a course in as few strokes as possible.
"He spends his weekends playing golf with his friends."
the quality of being morally good or virtuous
"Her goodness was evident in the way she treated others."
a large powerful ape found in the forests of central Africa
"The gorilla beat its chest to show dominance."
The governing body of a nation, state, or community responsible for making and enforcing laws.
"The government announced a new policy on education."
the system and structure of a language, including rules for syntax, morphology, and usage
"She studied grammar to improve her writing skills."
the parent of one's father or mother
"My grandparents live in a small village near the hills."
The parents of one's father or mother.
"Grandparents are an important part of the family tree."
a small, round fruit that grows in clusters on vines and is used to make wine or eaten as food
"She picked a bunch of grapes from the vine."
small round fruits that grow in clusters on vines; used to make wine
"She bought a bunch of grapes from the market."
plants with narrow green leaves, often covering the ground in fields or gardens
"Children are playing on the grass."
A color between black and white; also describes dull or gloomy situations.
"The sky turned gray before the storm."
relating to Greece, its people, or its language
"We enjoyed delicious Greek food at the restaurant."
to say hello or welcome someone politely
"She greeted the guests with a warm smile."
having a color between black and white
"The grey clouds indicated that rain was coming."
A store that sells food and household supplies.
"She went to the grocery to buy vegetables."
a retail store where food and everyday household items are sold
"She stopped by the grocery shop to buy vegetables and milk."
the solid surface of the earth; to prohibit someone (often a child) from going out
"The children played on the ground near the house."
the floor of a building at ground level; the starting level of an organization or activity
"The grocery shop is located on the ground floor of the building."
to protect or keep safe from harm or danger
"The soldier stood to guard the entrance."
a person invited to visit or stay in someone's home or attend an event
"We welcomed our guest with a warm smile."
to lead, direct, or show the way; a person who shows others the way
"The teacher will guide the students through the project."
a stringed musical instrument played by plucking or strumming
"He plays the guitar beautifully."
a weapon that shoots bullets or other projectiles
"The police officer carried a gun for protection."
a place equipped for physical exercise and fitness training
"He goes to the gym every morning to work out."