Lektion 195/202 · 18 Wörter · 0 gelernt
B2 · Thinking & opinions (3)
B2 · Denken & Meinungen (3)
lösen, klären, beilegen
to find an acceptable solution to a problem, complaint or disagreement
The account manager resolved the billing problem in one phone call.
Der Account Manager löste das Abrechnungsproblem in einem einzigen Telefonat.
Most complaints are resolved within two working days.
SynonymedecidedeterminesettlecommitdedicatepurposeaimAntonymehesitatedoubtwavervacillateabandongive upder Ruf, das Ansehen
the opinion that people have about what somebody/something is like, based on what has happened in the past
The company knew that the reputation of its products was the most important asset it had
Das Unternehmen wusste, dass der Ruf seiner Produkte sein wichtigstes Kapital war.
Even though the salesperson showed me a product I had never heard of, I bought it because of the good reputation of the manufacturer
SynonymenamestandingcharacterimageprestigefamerenowncreditAntonymedisreputedishonorinfamynotorietyscandalauswählen, aussuchen
to choose somebody/something from a group of people or things, usually according to a system
The committee selected three speakers for the conference.
Der Ausschuss wählte drei Redner für die Konferenz aus.
SynonymechoseneliteexclusiveprimesuperiorhandpickedAntonymecommonordinaryunselectedgeneralinclusiveder Beweis, der Nachweis
information, documents, etc. that show that something is true
The scientists found no proof that the new drug was effective.
Die Wissenschaftler fanden keinen Beweis dafür, dass das neue Medikament wirksam war.
SynonymeverifyvalidateauthenticatecheckexamineinspecttestconfirmAntonymedisproveinvalidatedenyrefutecontradictdie Perspektive, der Überblick
a particular attitude towards something; a way of thinking about something
The budget statement will give the manager some perspective on where the costs of running the business are to be found
Die Budgetaufstellung gibt der Führungskraft einen Überblick darüber, wo die Kosten für den Betrieb des Unternehmens entstehen.
Joseph's accountant gave him some perspective as well as some data on how much he could expect to earn in his first year in business
SynonymeviewpointoutlookstandpointangleperceptionunderstandinginsightAntonymenearsightednessshortsightednessignorancebiasdistortionrealistisch
accepting in a sensible way what it is actually possible to do or achieve in a particular situation
Stefano found that an accurate accounting gave him a realistic idea of his business's financial direction
Stefano stellte fest, dass eine genaue Buchführung ihm eine realistische Vorstellung von der finanziellen Entwicklung seines Unternehmens gab.
Realistic expectations are important when you review your financial statements
Synonymepracticalpragmaticdown-to-earthsensiblefeasibleachievableAntonymeunrealisticidealisticimpracticalutopianfancifuldie Priorität, der Vorrang
something that you think is more important than other things and should be dealt with first
Since the remaining issues were not a priority, the group decided to move them to the next week's agenda
Da die verbleibenden Punkte keine Priorität hatten, beschloss die Gruppe, sie auf die Tagesordnung der nächsten Woche zu verschieben.
The manager was ineffective because she was unable to set priorities
SynonymeimportanceprecedenceurgencyweightconcernsignificanceAntonymeunimportanceinsignificancetrivialityafterthoughtsich verlassen auf, angewiesen sein auf
to need or depend on someone or something
I seldom rely on the restaurant reviews in the paper when choosing a restaurant
Bei der Wahl eines Restaurants verlasse ich mich selten auf die Restaurantkritiken in der Zeitung.
I have always relied on the restaurant advice this guidebook gives
Synonymedependcount onbank ontrustlean onAntonymedistrustdisbelievedoubtdisregardignorebeilegen, klären, schlichten
to put an end to an argument or a disagreement
After hours of discussion, they finally settled the argument.
Nach stundenlanger Diskussion legten sie den Streit schließlich bei.
SynonymepayresolveconcludedeterminedecidearrangereconcileAntonymedisputearguedelayunsettledie Aussicht
the possibility that something will happen
There's a reasonable prospect that his debts will be paid.
Es besteht eine begründete Aussicht, dass seine Schulden bezahlt werden.
A place in the semi-finals is in prospect (= likely to happen).
SynonymepossibilitylikelihoodchanceoutlookexpectationhopeanticipationAntonymeimpossibilityunlikelihoodcertaintydoubtdespairder Plan, das Programm
a plan or system for doing or organizing something
The government has launched a new scheme to help families save energy at home.
Die Regierung hat ein neues Programm gestartet, das Familien helfen soll, zu Hause Energie zu sparen.
SynonymeplanprojectdesignstrategysystemarrangementAntonymeimprovisationchanceaccidentrandomnessbetrachten, ansehen
to think about somebody/something in a particular way
Many people regard him as the best player in the team.
Viele Menschen betrachten ihn als den besten Spieler der Mannschaft.
SynonymeattentionconsiderationrespectheednoticecareconcernAntonymedisregardneglectindifferencedisrespectignoredas Angebot, der Vorschlag
a formal written plan or offer, for example one sent to a client describing a solution and its price
We sent the client a detailed proposal with three pricing options.
Wir haben dem Kunden ein detailliertes Angebot mit drei Preisoptionen geschickt.
The proposal was accepted after one round of changes.
SynonymesuggestionrecommendationplanschemeoffersubmissionmotionAntonymerejectiondenialrefusaloppositiondas Prinzip, der Grundsatz
a moral rule or a strong belief that influences your actions
He doesn't invest in the arms industry on principle.
Er investiert aus Prinzip nicht in die Rüstungsindustrie.
I refuse to lie about it; it's against my principles.
SynonymebeliefstandardmoralityethicsruletenetdoctrinepreceptAntonymeexpediencypragmatismimmoralityunscrupulousnessflexibilitycompromisedie Auswahl, die Auswahlentscheidung
the process of choosing somebody/something from a group of people or things, usually according to a system
The selection of the new team leader will take place next week.
Die Auswahl des neuen Teamleiters findet nächste Woche statt.
SynonymechoiceoptionalternativepickelectionassortmentrangeAntonymerejectionrefusaldisregardinvalidationexclusionablehnend, dagegen
disagreeing strongly with something and trying to stop it
She remained bitterly opposed to the idea of moving abroad.
Sie lehnte den Gedanken, ins Ausland zu ziehen, weiterhin entschieden ab.
They are totally opposed to abortion.
SynonymeagainsthostileantagonisticresistantaversecontraryAntonymefavorableagreeingsupportiveapprovingproin favor of
