Lektion1 Flashcards
Erlebnis
Erlebnis (synonyms: Erfahrung, Abenteuer) is a noun that means “experience” or “adventure.” It refers to a memorable or significant event or series of events that shapes a person’s life or perception of the world, often involving a change in emotion, knowledge, or perspective. Examples:
“Das Erlebnis des Tauchen hat mich zum Schwimmen gebracht.” (The experience of diving has brought me to swimming.)
Überraschung
Überraschung (synonyms: Erstaunen, Verblüffung) is a noun that means “surprise” or “astonishment.” It refers to a feeling of sudden or unexpected awareness or discovery, often in the form of a pleasant or positive experience that causes a person to feel shocked or delighted. Examples:
“Die Geburtstagsüberraschung hat mich völlig verwundert.” (The surprise birthday party left me completely astonished.)
verrückt
Verrückt (synonyms: irre, verrückt) is an adjective that means “crazy” or “mad.” It refers to someone or something that is abnormal, eccentric, or mentally disturbed, often in a way that is shocking or entertaining. Examples:
“Das Auto fährt wie verrückt!” (The car is driving like crazy!)
Gewinn
Gewinn (synonyms: Ertrag, Profit) is a noun that means “profit” or “gain.” It refers to the excess of revenue over expenses, often resulting in financial or other benefits for a business or individual. Examples:
“Die Gewinne der Firma waren in diesem Jahr sehr hoch.” (The company’s profits were very high this year.)
Steuer
Steuer (synonyms: Abgabe, Besteuerung) is a noun that means “tax” or “levy.” It refers to a mandatory financial charge imposed by a government or other authority, often based on income, property, or other factors, for the purpose of raising revenue or shaping economic behavior. Examples:
“Die Steuerlast in Deutschland ist hoch.” (The tax burden in Germany is high.)
Stimme
Stimme (synonyms: Stimulation, Sprache) is a noun that means “voice” or “sound.” It refers to the sound produced by the human voice or other sources, often characterized by pitch, tone, and volume, and often used in communication, music, or other forms of expression. Examples:
“Die Stimme der Sängerin ist sehr schön.” (The singer’s voice is very beautiful.)
Mut
Mut (synonyms: Tapferkeit, Tapferkeit) is a noun that means “courage” or “bravery.” It refers to the ability to confront fear, danger, or adversity, often in the face of difficult or uncertain circumstances, and often resulting in personal growth or achievement. Examples:
“Der Mut der Soldaten ist lobenswert.” (The courage of the soldiers is commendable.)
Meldung
Meldung (synonyms: Nachricht, Bericht) is a noun that means “report” or “announcement.” It refers to a communication or piece of information that is conveyed or distributed to an audience, often in the form of a news article, press release, or public statement. Examples:
“Die Meldung der Polizei besagte, dass der Verdächtige noch auf der Flucht sei.” (The police report said that the suspect was still at large.)
Überschrift
Überschrift (synonyms: Titel, Schlagzeile) is a noun that means “headline” or “title.” It refers to the topmost line of text in a document, often summarizing or highlighting the main content, and often used in newspapers, magazines, or other forms of media. Examples:
“Die Überschrift der Zeitung war sehr schlagkräftig.” (The newspaper headline was very eye-catching.)
verschwinden
Verschwinden (synonyms: verschwinden, verschwinden) is a verb that means “to disappear” or “to vanish.” It refers to the act of becoming invisible, intangible, or undetectable, often through physical movement, concealment, or other means, and often resulting in a sense of mystery or confusion. Examples:
“Die Frau ist vor einigen Wochen verschwunden und wurde noch nicht gefunden.” (The woman disappeared a few weeks ago and has not yet been found.)
umsonst
Umsonst (synonyms: kostenlos, frei) is an adverb that means “for free” or “without charge.” It refers to something that is offered or obtained without any payment or compensation, often as a gift, benefit, or service. Examples:
“Das Produkt wurde umsonst an die Kunden versandt.” (The product was shipped to the customers for free.)
steigen
Steigen (synonyms: erhöhen, wachsen) is a verb that means “to rise” or “to increase.” It refers to the act of moving upward, often in a gradual or progressive manner, and often resulting in a higher or greater value, level, or intensity. Examples:
“Die Temperaturen steigen im Sommer sehr schnell.” (Temperatures rise very quickly in the summer.)
wundern sich
Sich wundern (synonyms: erstaunt sein, verblüfft sein) is a verb phrase that means “to be surprised” or “to be astonished.” It refers to a feeling of shock, disbelief, or curiosity, often resulting from unexpected or unfamiliar events or situations. Examples:
“Alle wunderten sich über die plötzliche Ankündigung.” (Everyone was surprised by the sudden announcement.)
zwar
Zwar (synonyms: tatsächlich, wahrlich) is an adverb that means “indeed” or “in fact.” It is often used to qualify a statement or to acknowledge a fact or situation, often in contrast to a previous statement or assumption. Examples:
“Ich mag keine Tomaten, zwar finde ich die Farbe schön.” (I don’t like tomatoes, but I do find the color pretty.)
trauen
Trauen (synonyms: vertrauen, zuversicht) is a verb that means “to trust” or “to believe.” It refers to the act of placing confidence or reliance in someone or something, often based on prior experience or knowledge, and often resulting in a sense of security or certainty. Examples:
“Ich traue meinem Arzt, weil er sehr fachkundig ist.” (I trust my doctor because he is very knowledgeable.)
erreichen
Erreichen (synonyms: erzielen, umsetzen) is a verb that means “to achieve” or “to reach.” It refers to the act of accomplishing a goal or fulfilling a purpose, often through hard work, determination, or other efforts, and often resulting in success or recognition. Examples:
“Sie haben ihr Ziel mit dem neuen Projekt erreicht.” (They achieved their goal with the new project.
tief
Tief (synonyms: tief, tief) is an adjective that means “deep” or “low.” It refers to something that is situated at a great distance below the surface or the ground, often with a sense of mystery, power, or intensity. Examples:
“Das Wasser in dem See ist tief.” (The water in the lake is deep.)
verwechseln
Verwechseln (synonyms: vermuten, verstehen) is a verb that means “to confuse” or “to mistake.” It refers to the act of incorrectly assuming or attributing something, often resulting in misunderstanding or misinformation. Examples:
“Sie haben mich mit meiner Schwester verwechselt.” (They confused me with my sister.)
mittel
Mittel (synonyms: Mittel, Mittelstück) is a noun that means “means” or “medium.” It refers to something that is used as a tool, resource, or method for achieving a particular end, often in the context of communication, technology, or scientific research. Examples:
“Wir müssen neue Mittel finden, um die Klimakrise zu bekämpfen.” (We must find new means to combat the climate crisis.)
befinden sich
Sich befinden (synonyms: sich befinden, befinden) is a verb phrase that means “to be located” or “to be situated.” It refers to the physical or geographical position of a person, object, or event, often in relation to other people, objects, or events. Examples:
“Die Schüler befinden sich im Klassenzimmer.” (The students are located in the classroom.)
nach.denken
Nachdenken (synonyms: Reflektieren, Überlegen) is a verb that means “to think” or “to reflect.” It refers to the mental process of considering or analyzing ideas, information, or experiences, often in order to make sense of them or to arrive at a decision or conclusion. Examples:
“Ich muss noch ein wenig nachdenken, bevor ich eine Entscheidung treffe.” (I need to think a bit more before making a decision.)
Angabe
Angabe (synonyms: Anforderung, Bestimmung) is a noun that means “specification” or “indication.” It refers to a piece of information or detail that is provided or requested, often in order to clarify or differentiate between options or choices. Examples:
“Die Angabe des Geburtsdatums ist erforderlich, um einen Führerschein zu erhalten.” (Specifying the date of birth is required to obtain a driver’s license.)
retten
Retten (synonyms: retten, retten) is a verb that means “to save” or “to rescue.” It refers to the act of preventing or stopping harm or danger, often through intervention or protection, and often resulting in the survival or recovery of a person or thing. Examples:
“Der Notarzt hat das Leben des Opfers gerettet.” (The emergency medical technician saved the victim’s life.)
aus.reichen
Reichen (synonyms: erreichen, ausreichen) is a verb that means “to be sufficient” or “to extend.” It refers to the act of providing or offering something, often in the form of a quantity, amount, or degree, and often resulting in satisfaction or success. Examples:
“Mein Geld reicht für die Miete diesen Monat nicht.” (My money is not enough for the rent this month.)
Ärger
Ärger (synonyms: Probleme, Schwierigkeiten) is a noun that means “trouble” or “aggravation.” It refers to a state of annoyance, frustration, or irritation, often resulting from a difficulty or conflict, and often causing discomfort or distress. Examples:
“Der Ärger mit der Behörde hat mich sehr genervt.” (The trouble with the agency annoyed me a lot.)
folgen
Folgen (synonyms: Reaktionen, Auswirkungen) is a verb that means “to follow” or “to result.” It refers to the act of occurring or developing as a consequence or effect of a preceding event or action, often in the form of a chain of events or reactions. Examples:
“Die Folgen der Erhöhung der Benzinpreise waren heftige Proteste.” (The consequences of the increase in gas prices were violent protests.)
Zumindest
Zumindest (synonyms: Mindestens, Immerhin) is an adverb that means “at least” or “minimum.” It is often used to emphasize a lower bound or limit, often in contrast to a higher or more ideal situation, and often resulting in a sense of satisfaction or relief. Examples:
“Ich bin froh, dass ich zumindest die erste Aufgabe erledigen konnte.” (I am glad that I was at least able to complete the first task.)
unabsichtlich
Unabsichtlich (synonyms: unwillentlich, fahrlässig) is an adverb that means “unintentionally” or “accidentally.” It refers to an action or event that occurs without deliberate or conscious intent, often resulting in unforeseen or unintended consequences. Examples:
“Ich habe die Brille unabsichtlich zerbrochen.” (I accidentally broke the glasses.)
ab.sagen
Ab.sagen (synonyms: Stornieren, Ausfallen) is a verb that means “to cancel” or “to decline.” It refers to the act of not following through on a commitment or obligation, often due to unforeseen circumstances or changes in plans, and often resulting in disappointment or inconvenience. Examples:
“Der Vortrag wurde wegen Krankheit abgesagt.” (The lecture was canceled due to illness.)
ab.sperren
Ab.sperren (synonyms: Sperren, Schließen) is a verb that means “to close off” or “to restrict access.” It refers to the act of preventing or prohibiting entry or passage, often by means of a physical barrier or security measure, and often resulting in safety or privacy. Examples:
“Die Straße wurde wegen Bauarbeiten abgesperrt.” (The street was closed off due to construction work.)
fest.nehmen
Festnehmen (synonyms: Verhaften, Einbringen) is a verb that means “to arrest” or “to apprehend.” It refers to the act of taking a person into custody or control, often by law enforcement or other authorities, and often resulting in prosecution or detention. Examples:
“Die Polizei hat den Verdächtigen festgenommen.” (The police arrested the suspect.)
Einbrecher
Einbrecher (synonyms: Burglar, Gauner), which is a noun that means “burglar” or “thief.” It refers to a person who illegally enters a building or property in order to steal valuables or commit other crimes, often causing damage or fear in the process. Examples:
“Die Einbrecher haben die Nachbarschaft in Angst und Schrecken versetzt.” (The burglars put the neighborhood in fear and terror.)
aufregend
Aufregend (synonyms: Erregend, Spannend) is an adjective that means “exciting” or “thrilling.” It refers to something that is emotionally or intellectually stimulating, often resulting in a state of heightened energy or engagement. Examples:
“Die Aufregung der Fans war enorm, als das Fußballspiel anfing.” (The excitement of the fans was enormous when the soccer game started.)
witzig
Witzig (synonyms: Lustig, Köstlich) is an adjective that means “funny” or “amusing.” It refers to something that causes laughter, pleasure, or enjoyment, often through a clever or unexpected situation or remark. Examples:
“Der Witz, den der Komiker gemacht hat, war sehr witzig.” (The joke that the comedian made was very funny.)
brechen
Brechen (synonyms: Zerbrechen, Bruch) is a verb that means “to break” or “to fracture.” It refers to the act of damaging or destroying the structure or integrity of something, often resulting in a loss of functionality or a change in appearance. Examples:
“Das Glas ist beim Transport gebrochen.” (The glass broke during transport.)
Feld
Feld (synonyms: Grund, Fläche) is a noun that means “field” or “area.” It refers to a wide expanse of land or other surface, often characterized by a specific use or purpose, and often used in agriculture, geography, or other contexts. Examples:
“Das Feld wurde mit Weizen bestellt.” (The field was sown with wheat.)
Tor
Tor (synonyms: Tür, Öffnung) is a noun that means “gate” or “opening.” It refers to a structure that provides access or passage between two spaces, often by means of a door, fence, or other barrier, and often used in security, transportation, or other contexts. Examples:
“Das Tor wurde von einem Lkw durchbrochen.” (The gate was broken through by a truck.)
fliehen
Fliehen (synonyms: Entkommen, Durchkommen) is a verb that means “to flee” or “to escape.” It refers to the act of moving away from a dangerous or undesirable situation, often at a fast pace or in a desperate manner, and often resulting in safety or freedom. Examples:
“Die Soldaten mussten vor dem Gegner fliehen.” (The soldiers had to flee before the enemy.)
schießen
Schießen (synonyms: Feuern, Abfeuern) is a verb that means “to shoot” or “to fire.” It refers to the act of using a gun or other weapon to propel a projectile, often with the intent to harm, kill, or destroy a target, and often resulting in damage or death. Examples:
“Die Polizei hat den Täter geschossen, nachdem er eine Waffe gezogen hat.” (The police shot the perpetrator after he drew a weapon.)
Standesamt
Standesamt (synonyms: Zivilstandsbeamt, Amt für das Zivilstandsrecht) is a noun that refers to a government agency responsible for civil status, including birth, marriage, and death records. In some countries, the Standesamt is also the venue for civil weddings, and in others it issues certificates of non-impediment to marriage for citizens who plan to marry abroad. Examples:
“Die Ehe wurde im Standesamt abgeschlossen.” (The marriage was concluded at the registry office.)
Schaden
Schaden (synonyms: Beschädigung, Verletzung) is a noun that means “damage” or “injury.” It refers to harm or loss that is caused to a person, object, or system, often resulting in physical, financial, or psychological consequences. Examples:
“Das Unwetter hat viel Schaden in der Stadt angerichtet.” (The storm caused a lot of damage in the city.)
übersiedeln
Übersiedeln (synonyms: Umzug, Relokation) is a verb that means “to relocate” or “to move.” It refers to the act of changing one’s place of residence, often resulting in a change of location or environment, and often necessitating adjustments or adaptations. Examples:
“Sie sind nach Berlin übersiedelt, um eine neue Arbeit anzutreten.” (They moved to Berlin to start a new job.)
augenblicklich
Augenblicklich (synonyms: sofort, schnellstens) is an adverb that means “instantaneously” or “immediately.” It refers to something that occurs or happens without delay, often within a very short period of time, and often with a sense of urgency or speed. Examples:
“Das Geschäft wird augenblicklich nach Empfang des Geldes versendet.” (The item will be shipped immediately upon receipt of payment.)
beißen
Beißen (synonyms: Biss, Schnapp) is a verb that means “to bite” or “to snap.” It refers to the act of using one’s teeth to grasp, tear, or injure something, often resulting in pain, damage, or injury. Examples:
“Der Hund hat die Postbotin gebissen, als sie das Paket auslieferte.” (The dog bit the mail carrier when she delivered the package.)
erschrecken
Erschrecken (synonyms: Überraschung, Angst) is a verb that means “to be startled” or “to be frightened.” It refers to a sudden and intense feeling of fear, surprise, or anxiety, often caused by a loud noise, unexpected event, or other stimulus, and often resulting in a physical or emotional reaction. Examples:
“Die Kinder waren erschrocken, als sie den Hund bellen hörten.” (The children were startled when they heard the dog barking.)
Bericht
Bericht (synonyms: Meldung, Informationsquelle) is a noun that means “report” or “account.” It refers to a written or spoken communication that provides information, data, or analysis about a particular event, situation, or topic, often intended to inform or persuade an audience. Examples:
“Der Bericht über die Finanzen der Firma war sehr umfassend.” (The report on the finances of the company was very comprehensive.)
Mitternacht
Mitternacht (synonyms: Mitternacht, Midnight) is a noun that means “midnight.” It refers to the time at which the hands of a clock are both pointing directly upwards, indicating the middle of the night, often considered to be the dividing point between one day and the next. Examples:
“Der Flug landete am nächsten Tag um Mitternacht.” (The flight landed the next day at midnight.)
Stein
Stein (synonyms: Fels, Gestein) is a noun that means “stone” or “rock.” It refers to a hard, solid material that is formed by the consolidation of mineral or organic matter, often found in nature or used in construction or other applications. Examples:
“Die Mauer war aus Stein gebaut.” (The wall was built from stone.)
