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A2 · Thinking & opinions (2)
A2 · Denken & Meinungen (2)
die Strategie
a plan that is intended to achieve a particular purpose
A business plan is a strategy for running a business and avoiding problems
Ein Geschäftsplan ist eine Strategie, um ein Unternehmen zu führen und Probleme zu vermeiden.
Synonymeplantacticapproachschemedesignmethodgame planblueprintAntonymerandomnesschanceaccidentimprovisationdisorganizationdie Quelle
a place, person or thing that you get something from
I can't tell you the source of this information
Ich kann Ihnen die Quelle dieser Information nicht nennen.
The source of this rare pottery that we are selling in our shop is a small village in India
SynonymeoriginrootbeginningfoundationbasiscausefountainheadwellspringAntonymeresultoutcomeeffectconsequenceendlösen
to find a way of dealing with a problem or difficult situation
Researchers find that every time they solve one problem, two more result
Forscher stellen fest, dass jedes Mal, wenn sie ein Problem lösen, zwei weitere entstehen.
One of the biggest problems to solve is why people would want to own the new product
Synonymeresolvefigure outwork outanswerdeterminedecipherAntonymecreatecauseworsencomplicatefaillosedie Option, die Wahlmöglichkeit
something that you can choose to have or do; the freedom to choose what you do
With the real estate market so tight right now, you don't have that many options
Da der Immobilienmarkt derzeit so angespannt ist, hat man nicht sehr viele Optionen.
You could arrange the lease with an option to buy after a certain amount of time
SynonymechoicealternativepossibilityselectionpreferenceAntonymenecessityrequirementcompulsionobligationmustder Vorschlag
an idea or a plan that you mention for somebody else to think about
Can I make a suggestion about what to order?
Darf ich einen Vorschlag machen, was wir bestellen?
We followed the waiter's suggestion and ordered one of the specials
SynonymerecommendationproposaladvicehintideamotionAntonymerejectiondemandorderinsistencevorhersagen, voraussagen
to say that something will happen in the future
I predicted this restaurant would become popular and I was right
Ich habe vorhergesagt, dass dieses Restaurant beliebt wird, und ich hatte recht.
Kona was unable to predict what time Andy, who is always late, would show up at the restaurant
SynonymeforecastforeseeanticipateexpectprojectestimateAntonymedoubtquestiondisbelieveuncertaintydie Methode, das Verfahren
a particular way of doing something
Gloria perfected a simple method for making croissants
Gloria perfektionierte eine einfache Methode, um Croissants zu backen.
Many chefs borrow cooking methods from a variety of cultures and incorporate them into their cooking style
SynonymeapproachproceduretechniquewaysystemmannerprocessAntonymechaosdisorderrandomnessder Verstand, das Urteilsvermögen
an understanding about something; an ability to judge something
She had the good sense to call a doctor straight away.
Sie hatte den gesunden Menschenverstand, sofort einen Arzt zu rufen.
SynonymefeelingperceptionawarenessunderstandingintuitionjudgmentreasonlogicAntonymenonsenseabsurdityunreasonablenessignorancestupidityder Gedanke, die Idee
something that you think of or remember
I've just had a thought(= an idea).
Mir ist gerade ein Gedanke gekommen (= eine Idee).
Would Mark be able to help?It's just a thought.
SynonymeideanotionconceptbeliefopinionconsiderationreflectioncontemplationAntonymethoughtlessnessignoranceunawarenessder Zweck, das Ziel
the intention, aim or function of something; the thing that something is supposed to achieve
Our campaign's main purpose is to raise money.
Der Hauptzweck unserer Kampagne ist es, Geld zu sammeln.
The purpose of the book is to provide a complete guide to the university.
SynonymeaimgoalobjectivereasonintentiontargetenddesignAntonymeaccidentchancerandomnessaimlessnesserkennen, begreifen
to understand or become aware of a particular fact or situation
I don't think you realize how important this is to her.
Ich glaube nicht, dass du begreifst, wie wichtig das für sie ist.
The moment I saw her, I realized something was wrong.
Synonymeunderstandrecognizecomprehendperceiveappreciatebe aware ofAntonymemisunderstandoverlookignoredisregardbe unaware ofunterstützen, befürworten
to help or encourage somebody/something by saying or showing that you agree with them/it
The majority of ordinary citizens did not support the war.
Die Mehrheit der einfachen Bürger unterstützte den Krieg nicht.
If you raise it at the meeting, I'll support you.
SynonymebackaidassistendorseadvocatechampionbolstersustainAntonymeopposeresisthinderundermineattackobstructdisapprovedie Gelegenheit, die Chance
a time when a particular situation makes it possible to do or achieve something
This is the perfect opportunity to make a new start.
Das ist die perfekte Gelegenheit für einen Neuanfang.
There'll be plenty of opportunity for relaxing once the work is done.
SynonymechanceoccasionpossibilityprospectopeningmomentAntonymeclosuremisfortunelossdifficultyimpossibilityempfehlen
to tell somebody that something is good or useful, or that somebody would be suitable for a particular job, etc.
He recommended reading the book before seeing the movie.
Er empfahl, das Buch vor dem Film zu lesen.
Can you recommend a good hotel?
SynonymeadvisesuggestendorseurgeadvocatecommendAntonymediscouragedissuadewarncriticizeopposeannehmen, vermuten
to think or believe that something is true or possible (based on the knowledge that you have)
I don't suppose for a minute that he'll agree (= I'm sure that he won't).
Ich glaube keine Sekunde, dass er zustimmen wird.
She had supposed him (to be) very rich.
SynonymeassumepresumeguessimaginethinkexpectAntonymeknowbe certainbe suredoubtdisbelievedas Verständnis
the knowledge that somebody has about a particular subject or situation
Most of the students have a sound understanding of English grammar.
Die meisten Schüler haben ein solides Verständnis der englischen Grammatik.
The committee has little or no understanding of the problem.
SynonymecomprehensionknowledgeawarenessgraspinsightperceptionappreciationAntonymemisunderstandingignoranceconfusionbewildermentdie Möglichkeit
a thing that may happen or be true; the fact that something might happen or be true, but is not certain
He refused to rule out the possibility of a tax increase.
Er weigerte sich, die Möglichkeit einer Steuererhöhung auszuschließen.
What had seemed impossible now seemed a distinct possibility.
SynonymechancelikelihoodprospectopportunityprobabilityAntonymeimpossibilityunlikelihoodcertaintysuretysich weigern, ablehnen
to say or show that you will not do something that somebody has asked you to do
He flatly refused to discuss the matter.
Er weigerte sich rundweg, die Angelegenheit zu besprechen.
He flatly refused to discuss the matter.
SynonymedeclinerejectdenywithholddisallowAntonymeacceptagreeallowapproveconsentvorschlagen
to put forward an idea or a plan for other people to think about
I suggest being on time.
Ich schlage vor, pünktlich zu sein.
It has been suggested that bright children should take their exams early.
SynonymeproposerecommendadvisehintimplyAntonymedemandinsistassertordercommandetwas ausmachen, sich stören an
to be annoyed, worried or upset by something
I don't mind getting cold—it's the rain I don't like.
Es macht mir nichts aus, wenn mir kalt wird – es ist der Regen, den ich nicht mag.
Did she mind about not getting the job?
SynonymecareobjectbotherdislikeregretAntonymeapprovelikeapprove ofenjoyerkennen, wiedererkennen
to know who somebody is or what something is when you see or hear them or it, because you have seen or heard them or it before
I recognized her by her red hair.
Ich erkannte sie an ihren roten Haaren.
I recognized him as soon as he came in the room.
SynonymeidentifyacknowledgeknowrealizeperceiverememberAntonymemisidentifydisregardignoreoverlookforget
