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B2 · Feelings & personality (1)
B2 · Gefühle & Persönlichkeit (1)
das Selbstvertrauen, die Zuversicht
the feeling that you are sure about your own abilities, opinions or qualities
Good applicants show confidence during an interview
Gute Bewerber zeigen im Vorstellungsgespräch Selbstvertrauen.
He had too much confidence and thought that the job was his
Synonymeassuranceself-assuranceself-reliancebelieffaithtrustcertaintyconvictionAntonymedoubtuncertaintyfearhesitationdistrustinsecuritydie Bequemlichkeit, der Komfort
the state of being physically relaxed and free from pain; the state of having a pleasant life, with everything that you need
I like to dress for comfort if I'm spending the day shopping
Ich kleide mich der Bequemlichkeit wegen, wenn ich den Tag mit Einkaufen verbringe.
Synonymeeaserelaxationwell-beingcontentmentreliefpleasureAntonymediscomfortpainhardshipdistressuneasemiseryverzweifelt
feeling or showing that you have little hope and are ready to do anything without worrying about danger to yourself or others
I heard sounds of a desperate struggle in the next room.
Ich hörte die Geräusche eines verzweifelten Kampfes im Nebenzimmer.
The prisoners grew increasingly desperate.
SynonymehopelessanguishedfranticrecklesswildextremedireurgentAntonymehopefulcalmcomposedcontentoptimisticunehrlich, unredlich
not honest; intending to trick people
Beware of dishonest traders in the tourist areas.
Hüten Sie sich vor unehrlichen Händlern in den Touristengebieten.
I don't like him, and it would be dishonest of me to pretend otherwise.
SynonymedeceitfuluntrustworthyfalsefraudulentcorruptdishonorableshadycrookedAntonymehonesttrustworthytruthfulsincerehonorableuprightemotional, gefühlsmäßig
connected with people’s feelings (= with the emotions)
a child's emotional and intellectual development
die emotionale und intellektuelle Entwicklung eines Kindes
emotional stress
SynonymesensitiveaffectivepassionateheartfelttendersentimentalAntonymeunemotionalrationallogicalapatheticimpassivedetachedbeschämt, peinlich berührt
feeling shame or feeling embarrassed about somebody/something or because of something you have done
You act as if you're ashamed to be seen with me.
Du tust so, als wäre es dir peinlich, mit mir gesehen zu werden.
You should be ashamed of yourself for telling such lies.
SynonymeembarrassedmortifiedhumiliateddisgracedsheepishbashfulAntonymeproudhonoredconfidentbraveunashamedbegeistert, enthusiastisch
feeling or showing a lot of excitement and interest about somebody/something
The students were very enthusiastic about the school sports day.
Die Schüler waren vom Schulsporttag sehr begeistert.
SynonymeeagerexcitedpassionatezealousferventardentAntonymeapatheticindifferentuninterestedlethargicunenthusiasticverzeihen, vergeben
to stop feeling angry with somebody who has done something to harm, annoy or upset you; to stop feeling angry with yourself
She could never forgive him for lying to her about the money.
Sie konnte ihm nie verzeihen, dass er sie wegen des Geldes belogen hatte.
SynonymepardonexcuseabsolveremitexonerateAntonymeblamecondemnpunishrevengeresenthumorvoll, witzig
funny; showing a sense of humour
We had a humorous and entertaining talk.
Wir hatten ein humorvolles und unterhaltsames Gespräch.
He gave a humorous account of their trip to Spain.
SynonymefunnycomicalamusingwittydrolljocularlaughablehilariousAntonymeserioussolemngravesombertragicsadzögern
to be slow to speak or act because you feel uncertain or nervous
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any queries.
Bitte zögern Sie nicht, mich zu kontaktieren, wenn Sie Fragen haben.
‘I'm not sure,’ she hesitated.
SynonymewaverpausedelayvacillatefalterstumbleditherAntonymeproceedcontinuedareventureplungeböse, boshaft
enjoying harming others; morally bad and cruel
The story is about an evil witch who hates all children.
Die Geschichte handelt von einer bösen Hexe, die alle Kinder hasst.
SynonymewickednesswrongdoingimmoralitybadnesssininiquitymalevolencedepravityAntonymegoodvirtuerighteousnessbenevolencebesorgt, beunruhigt
worried and feeling concern about something/somebody
Concerned parents held a meeting.
Besorgte Eltern hielten eine Versammlung ab.
She was concerned that she might miss the turning and get lost.
SynonymeworriedanxiousapprehensivetroubledsolicitousattentiveinterestedAntonymeunconcernedindifferentapatheticcarelessnegligentuntroubleddie Begeisterung, der Enthusiasmus
a strong feeling of excitement and interest in something and a desire to become involved in it
Many employees expressed enthusiasm about the current leaders.
Viele Mitarbeiter äußerten Begeisterung über die derzeitige Führung.
I can't say I share your enthusiasm for the idea.
SynonymezealpassioneagernessexcitementfervorardoravidityAntonymeapathyindifferencedisinterestlethargyunconcernder Mut
the ability to do something dangerous, or to face pain or opposition, without showing fear
moral/physical courage
moralischer/körperlicher Mut
courage in the face of danger
SynonymebraveryvalorfearlessnessdaringboldnesspluckgritfortitudeAntonymecowardicefeartimiditytrepidationdastardlinessdeprimierend, bedrückend
making you feel very sad and without enthusiasm
a depressing sight/thought/experience
ein deprimierender Anblick/Gedanke/eine deprimierende Erfahrung
Looking for a job these days can be very depressing.
SynonymesadgloomybleakdismalmelancholycheerlessoppressiveAntonymeupliftingcheerfulencouragingbrightjoyfulhappydie Wut, der Zorn, der Ärger
the strong feeling that you have when something has happened that you think is bad and unfair
Jan slammed her fist on the desk in anger.
Jan schlug vor Wut mit der Faust auf den Schreibtisch.
He was filled with anger at the way he had been treated.
SynonymeragefurywrathindignationresentmentirritationAntonymecalmpeacehappinesscontentmentjoycomposureaggressiv, angriffslustig
angry, and behaving in a threatening way; ready to attack
The dog became aggressive and started barking loudly at strangers.
Der Hund wurde aggressiv und begann, Fremde laut anzubellen.
SynonymeforcefulassertivepushycombativebelligerentviolentAntonymepassivedocilegentlemeeksubmissivepeaceful
