Lektion12 Flashcards
Biene
Biene (synonyms: Hummel, Honigbiene) is a noun that means “bee.” Examples:
“Die Biene hat Honig gesammelt und in ihr Nest gebracht.” (The bee collected honey and brought it to its nest.)
“Ich habe einen Bienenstich gebacken und es schmeckt sehr gut.” (I baked a bee sting cake and it tastes very good.)
Verantwortlich
Verantwortlich (synonyms: haften, Sorgfalt) means “responsible” or “accountable.” Examples:
“Der Minister ist für das Scheitern der Reform verantwortlich.” (The minister is responsible for the failure of the reform.)
“Alle Mitglieder der Gruppe sind verantwortlich für ihr eigenes Handeln.” (All members of the group are responsible for their own actions.)
gegenseitig
Gegenseitig (synonyms: gegenüber, beiderseitig) is an adverb that means “mutual” or “reciprocal.” Examples:
“Die beiden Länder haben ein gegenseitiges Vertrauen entwickelt.” (The two countries have developed a mutual trust.)
“Die beiden Frauen sind sehr gegenseitig beeinflusst.” (The two women are very mutually influenced.)
Organisation
Organisation (synonyms: Einrichtung, Institution) is a noun that means “organization” or “institution.” Examples:
“Die Organisation hat die Krise gut gehandelt.” (The organization handled the crisis well.)
“Diese Organisation hilft Kindern in Entwicklungsländern.” (This organization helps children in developing countries.)
schwierigkeit
Schwierigkeit (synonyms: Anstrengung, Problem) is a noun that means “difficulty” or “challenge.” Examples:
“Die Schwierigkeit dieser Aufgabe liegt in der Kommunikation zwischen den Teams.” (The difficulty of this task lies in the communication between the teams.)
“Er hat Probleme mit der Schwierigkeit des Matheproblems.” (He has problems with the difficulty of the math problem.)
unterstützen
Unterstützen (synonyms: helfen, beisteuern) is a verb that means “to support” or “to assist.” Examples:
“Die Regierung hat die Unternehmen während der Krise unterstützt.” (The government supported businesses during the crisis.)
“Sie haben ihre Nachbarn beim Umzug unterstützt.” (They helped their neighbors with the move.)
Publikum
Publikum (synonyms: Zuschauer, Hörer) is a noun that means “audience” or “public.” Examples:
“Das Publikum war überwältigt von der Leistung des Schauspielers.” (The audience was overwhelmed by the actor’s performance.)
“Die Rede war gut auf das Publikum abgestimmt.” (The speech was well tailored to the audience.)
auf.führen
Auf.führen (synonyms: Darstellen, vortragen) is a verb that means “to perform” or “to present.” Examples:
“Die Gruppe führt ein Stück von Shakespeare auf.” (The group is performing a play by Shakespeare.)
“Sie hat die neuen Gedichte vor dem Publikum aufgeführt.” (She presented the new poems to the audience.)
sonstig
Sonstig (synonyms: andere, anderthalb) is an adjective that means “other” or “additional.” It is often used in legal or technical contexts to refer to something that is not specifically named or classified. Examples:
“In der Rechnung wurde eine sonstige Gebühr berechnet.” (The invoice included an additional fee.)
“Sie haben die sonstigen Kosten nicht berücksichtigt.” (They did not consider the other costs.)
Vermittlung
Vermittlung (synonyms: Einrichtung, Verständigung) is a noun that means “mediation” or “intermediation.” It refers to the act of helping two parties reach an agreement or settlement, typically through negotiation or arbitration. Examples:
“Die Vermittlung zwischen den Parteien wurde von einem unabhängigen Schiedsgericht geleitet.” (The mediation between the parties was led by an independent arbitration court.)
Augenblick
Augenblick (synonyms: Moment, Sekunde) is a noun that means “moment” or “instant.” It refers to a brief period of time, typically a few seconds or less. Examples:
“Es passierte in einem Augenblick.” (It happened in a moment.)
“In einem Augenblick des Zweifels hat er entschieden, sich zu bewegen.” (In a moment of doubt, he decided to act.)
Kreis
Kreis (synonyms: Bezirk, Gebiet) is a noun that means “circle” or “district.” It refers to a circular or roughly circular area or a district or administrative unit, often used in geography or politics. Examples:
“Der Kreis wurde durch die Landschaftsschutzgesetze besonders geschützt.” (The circle was particularly protected by the landscape protection laws.)
“Das Land hat seine Kreise neu eingeteilt.” (The country has reorganized its districts.)
Dienst
Dienst (synonyms: Einsatz, Pflicht) is a noun that means “service” or “duty.” It refers to the act of providing assistance or performing a task, often in a professional or official capacity. Examples:
“Die Feuerwehr ist auf Dienst und wartet auf einen Einsatz.” (The fire department is on duty and waiting for a call.)
“Die Soldaten haben ihren Dienst am Land geleistet.” (The soldiers have served their country.)
vor.lesen
Vorlesen (synonyms: Anlesen, Verlesen) is a verb that means “to read aloud” or “to read to someone.” It refers to the act of reading something aloud to an audience or to someone, often to explain or entertain. Examples:
“Er hat den Text seiner Mutter vorgelesen.” (He read the text aloud to his mother.)
“Die Lehrerin hat den Artikel ihren Schülern vorgelesen.” (The teacher read the article to her students.)
zukünftig
Zukünftig (synonyms: später, in Zukunft) is an adverb that means “in the future” or “in the coming time.” It is used to refer to events or activities that will take place in the future. Examples:
“Sie werden zukünftig weniger Energie verbrauchen.” (They will consume less energy in the future.)
Betreuung
Betreuung (synonyms: Pflege, Sorge) is a noun that means “care” or “supervision.” It refers to the act of looking after or providing support to someone or something, often in an educational, medical, or social context. Examples:
“Die Betreuung der Kinder ist eine wichtige Aufgabe.” (The care of children is an important task.)
Geduld
Geduld (synonyms: Selbstbeherrschung, Gelassenheit) is a noun that means “patience” or “endurance.” It refers to the ability to accept delay, trouble, or suffering without becoming annoyed or upset. Examples:
“Sie braucht Geduld bei ihren Schülern.” (She needs patience with her students.)
Feuerwehr
Feuerwehr (synonyms: Branddienst, Brandbekämpfung) is a noun that means “fire department” or “fire brigade.” It refers to an organized group of people who are trained to fight fires and respond to other emergencies. Examples:
“Die Feuerwehr reagierte schnell und riss die Person aus dem brennenden Haus.” (The fire department responded quickly and rescued the person from the burning house.)
beinahe
Beinahe (synonyms: fast, kaum) is an adverb that means “almost” or “nearly.” It refers to something that comes close to happening or being true, but does not actually occur. Examples:
“Ich habe beinahe das Buch verloren.” (I almost lost the book.)
ein.treten
Eintreten (synonyms: beitreten, zutreten) is a verb that means “to enter” or “to join.” It refers to the act of becoming a member or participant in something, often an organization or a group. Examples:
“Sie ist in einen Sportverein eingetreten.” (She has joined a sports club.)
klettern
Klettern (synonyms: hochkraxeln, hinaufsteigen) is a verb that means “to climb” or “to ascend.” It refers to the act of moving upward using one’s hands and feet, often on a vertical surface. Examples:
“Er hat den Berg erfolgreich geklettert.” (He successfully climbed the mountain.)
jahrzehntelang
jahrzehntelang (synonyms: langjährig, jahrelang) is an adverb that means “for decades” or “for many years.” It refers to a period of time lasting for multiple decades or years. Examples:
“Die Familie lebt seit Jahrzehnten in dem Haus.” (The family has lived in the house for decades.)
Perspektiv
Perspektiv (synonyms: Ausblick, Sichtweise) is a noun that means “perspective” or “viewpoint.” It refers to the way in which an individual or group sees or understands a situation, often influenced by their experiences, beliefs, or values. Examples:
“Ich habe eine andere Perspektive auf die Situation als mein Bruder.” (I have a different perspective on the situation than my brother.)
Umweltschutz
Umweltschutz (synonyms: Naturschutz, Klimaschutz) is a noun that means “environmental protection” or “conservation.” It refers to the practice of protecting and preserving the natural environment, often through legislation or individual action. Examples:
“Der Umweltschutz ist eine wichtige Aufgabe für die Menschheit.” (Environmental protection is an important task for humanity.)
Integration
Integration (synonyms: Einbindung, Zusammenarbeit) is a noun that means “integration” or “assimilation.” It refers to the process of bringing together different elements or groups to create a unified whole, often in the context of society or culture. Examples:
“Die Integration von neuen Migranten in die Gesellschaft ist eine herausfordernde Aufgabe.” (The integration of new migrants into society is a challenging task.)
Bürgerinitiative
Bürgerinitiative (synonyms: Bürgerbewegung, Bürgeraktion) is a noun that means “citizen initiative” or “grassroots movement.” It refers to a group or organization of citizens who work together to achieve a common goal, often through political or social action. Examples:
“Die Bürgerinitiative hat sich für ein Tempolimit auf der Autobahn eingesetzt.” (The citizens’ initiative has campaigned for a speed limit on the highway.)
Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum
Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum (synonyms: MHD, best before) is a noun that means “minimum shelf life date” or “best before date.” It refers to the date by which a product is safe to consume or use, often indicated on a product label or packaging. Examples:
“Das Brot hat ein Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum von einem Tag.” (The bread has a best before date of one day.)
verteilen
Verteilen (synonyms: ausgeben, aufteilen) is a verb that means “to distribute” or “to divide.” It refers to the act of giving out or sharing something among a group of people or organizations. Examples:
“Die NGO verteilt Essen an die Flüchtlinge.” (The NGO distributes food to the refugees.)
solange
Solange (synonyms: bis, während) is a conjunction that means “as long as” or “until.” It is used to introduce a condition or limitation for an action or situation. Examples:
“Solange es noch warm ist, können wir draußen essen.” (As long as it’s still warm, we can eat outside.)
Einrichtung
Einrichtung (synonyms: Anlage, Institution) is a noun that means “facility” or “establishment.” It refers to a place or organization that provides a particular service or function, often within a larger structure such as a hospital, school, or government agency. Examples:
“Das Krankenhaus hat eine neue Einrichtung für kindergerechte Pflege.” (The hospital has a new facility for pediatric care.)
egoistisch
Egoistisch (synonyms: Narzisstisch, Selfisch) is an adjective that means “selfish” or “egocentric.” It refers to a person or behavior that is overly concerned with one’s own needs, desires, or interests, often at the expense of others. Examples:
“Er ist so egoistisch, dass er sich nie um seine Freunde kümmert.” (He is so selfish that he never takes care of his friends.)
Kälte
Kälte (synonyms: Kühle, Eiskälte) is a noun that means “coldness” or “chill.” It refers to the sensation or state of being uncomfortably or dangerously cold. Examples:
“Die Kälte der Nacht war sehr unangenehm.” (The coldness of the night was very uncomfortable.)
versorgen
Versorgen (synonyms: begleiten, betreuen) is a verb that means “to provide for” or “to supply.” It refers to the act of meeting someone’s needs or requirements, often through the provision of food, shelter, or medical care. Examples:
“Die Organisation versorgt Flüchtlinge mit Lebensmitteln und Kleidung.” (The organization provides refugees with food and clothing.)
Gemeinde
Gemeinde (synonyms: Kommune, Dorf) is a noun that means “community” or “municipality.” It refers to a local administrative unit or group of people living in a particular area, often with a shared history or culture. Examples:
“Die Gemeinde hat eine neue Schule gebaut.” (The municipality has built a new school.)
hin.weisen
Hinweisen (synonyms: aufmerksam machen, aufklären) is a verb that means “to point out” or “to draw attention to.” It refers to the act of highlighting or emphasizing something, often in the context of providing guidance or instruction. Examples:
“Die Lehrerin hat die Schüler auf die Regeln hingewiesen.” (The teacher pointed out the rules to the students.)
ein.setzen sich
Einsetzen für (synonyms: kämpfen für, Vertreten) is a verb phrase that means “to advocate for” or “to champion.” It refers to the act of speaking or acting on behalf of a particular cause or group, often in the context of social or political activism. Examples:
“Die NGO einsetzt sich für die Rechte von Minderheiten.” (The NGO advocates for the rights of minorities.)
Waffe
Waffe (synonyms: Gewehr, Bewaffnung) is a noun that means “weapon” or “armament.” It refers to a device or instrument designed to inflict harm or damage on an opponent or target, often through the use of force or violence. Examples:
“Die Armee hat ihre Waffen nach dem Krieg zurückgezogen.” (The army withdrew its weapons after the war.)
Maßnahme
Maßnahme (synonyms: Handlung, Handeln) is a noun that means “measure” or “action.” It refers to a specific course of action or policy that is undertaken to achieve a desired outcome or solve a problem, often in the context of politics or administration. Examples:
“Die Regierung hat eine neue Maßnahme zur Bekämpfung von Armut eingeführt.” (The government has introduced a new measure to combat poverty.)
überleben
Überleben (synonyms: erkämpfen, wachsen) is a verb that means “to survive” or “to endure.” It refers to the ability to continue existing or functioning in the face of adversity or difficult conditions, often through resilience or adaptation. Examples:
“Die Pflanze kann selbst in extremer Kälte überleben.” (The plant can survive even in extreme cold.)
Gewissen
Gewissen (synonyms: Moral, Konscience) is a noun that means “conscience” or “moral compass.” It refers to the inner sense of right and wrong that guides an individual’s thoughts, words, and actions, often influenced by personal beliefs or societal norms. Examples:
“Er hatte ein schlechtes Gewissen nach dem Diebstahl.” (He had a guilty conscience after the theft.)
Wolle
Wolle (synonyms: Willst, Künstler) is a verb that means “to want” or “to will.” It refers to a strong desire or intention to do something or achieve a particular outcome. Examples:
“Er wolle das neue Buch lesen.” (He wants to read the new book.)
heimlich
Heimlich (synonyms: versteckt, geheim) is an adjective that means “secret” or “clandestine.” It refers to something that is hidden or concealed from public view or knowledge, often for the purpose of avoiding detection or scrutiny. Examples:
“Sie hat die Schmuckstücke heimlich aus dem Haus gebracht.” (She secretly removed the jewelry from the house.)
Verein
Verein (synonyms: Vereinsgründung, Kameradschaft) is a noun that means “association” or “club.” It refers to a group of people who have joined together for a common purpose, often with a formal organizational structure and membership. Examples:
“Der Verein hat seine Jahresversammlung gehalten.” (The association held its annual meeting.)
