noun🔗ShareFerseThe rear part of the foot, where it joins the leg."My grandmother tripped on the curb because her heel hurt. "Meine Großmutter stolperte über den Bordstein, weil ihre Ferse schmerzte.bodypartanatomyessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAbsatzThe part of a shoe's sole which supports the foot's heel."My new running shoes have a thick heel to provide good support for my ankles. "Meine neuen Laufschuhe haben einen dicken Absatz, um meine Knöchel gut zu stützen.wearbodypartitemessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareFerseThe rear part of a sock or similar covering for the foot."My new socks have a worn heel, so I need to buy a new pair. "Meine neuen Socken haben eine abgenutzte Ferse, also muss ich ein neues Paar kaufen.bodywearpartessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareBallenThe part of the palm of a hand closest to the wrist."My grandmother held the teacup by its heel to avoid burning her fingers. "Meine Großmutter hielt die Teetasse am Ballen, um sich nicht die Finger zu verbrennen.anatomybodypartessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareHigh Heels, Pumps(usually in the plural) A woman's high-heeled shoe."My sister wore a pair of elegant heels to the dance recital. "Meine Schwester trug ein Paar elegante High Heels zur Tanzaufführung.wearstyleappearanceitemessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareFerseThe back, upper part of the stock."The carpenter carefully sanded the heel of the wooden chair leg. "Der Zimmermann schliff sorgfältig die Ferse des Holzstuhlbeins ab.bodypartessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareFerseThe last or lowest part of anything."the heel of a mast"die Ferse eines MastespartpositionessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareFersenscheibe, KrusteA crust end-piece of a loaf of bread."The baker carefully placed the heel of the loaf of bread on the bottom shelf. "Der Bäcker legte die Fersenscheibe des Brotlaibs sorgfältig auf das unterste Regal.foodpartessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAbsatz, FerseThe base of a bun sliced in half lengthwise."My grandmother used the heel of the bread roll to scoop up the soup. "Meine Großmutter benutzte die Ferse des Brötchens, um die Suppe aufzulöffeln.foodpartessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareCharakterlose Person, NiedertrachtA contemptible, inconsiderate or thoughtless person."The new student was a real heel; he constantly interrupted the teacher and made fun of others' answers. "Der neue Schüler war eine richtige Charakterlose Person; er unterbrach den Lehrer ständig und machte sich über die Antworten der anderen lustig.personcharactermoralattitudeessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareFersenwrestler, BösewichtA headlining wrestler regarded as a "bad guy," whose ring persona embodies villainous or reprehensible traits and demonstrates characteristics of a braggart and a bully."The wrestling heel boasted about his victory, acting like a bully to intimidate the other competitors. "Der Fersenwrestler prahlte mit seinem Sieg und benahm sich wie ein Bösewicht, um die anderen Konkurrenten einzuschüchtern.entertainmentsportcharactermediastylepersonessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareDer TalonThe cards set aside for later use in a patience or solitaire game."I put the heel of cards aside to play later. "Ich lege den Talon beiseite, um später zu spielen.gameentertainmentessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAbsatz, FerseAnything resembling a human heel in shape; a protuberance; a knob."The ceramic pot had a small, rounded heel that made it easy to grip. "Der Keramiktopf hatte einen kleinen, abgerundeten Absatz, der das Greifen erleichterte.bodypartanatomyessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareFußende, unteres EndeThe lower end of a timber in a frame, as a post or rafter."The carpenter carefully measured the heel of the wooden rafter before attaching it to the post. "Der Zimmermann maß sorgfältig das Fußende des Holzsparrens, bevor er es am Pfosten befestigte.architecturepartessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareFußende, Absatz(specifically) The obtuse angle of the lower end of a rafter set sloping."The carpenter carefully measured the heel of the rafter to ensure the roof's slope was correct. "Der Zimmermann maß sorgfältig das Fußende des Sparrens, um sicherzustellen, dass die Dachneigung korrekt war.architecturetechnicalbuildingpartessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareHohlkehle(workman slang) A cyma reversa."The carpenter used a heel to create the decorative molding. "Der Zimmermann verwendete eine Hohlkehle, um die dekorative Leiste zu erstellen.architecturetechnicalessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareFerseThe short side of an angled cut."The heel of the triangular piece of wood was only an inch wide. "Die Ferse des dreieckigen Holzstücks war nur einen Zoll breit.parttechnicalessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareFerseThe part of a club head's face nearest the shaft."The golfer carefully examined the heel of the golf club before hitting the ball. "Der Golfer untersuchte sorgfältig die Ferse des Golfschlägers, bevor er den Ball schlug.sporttechnicalpartessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareDer untere Teil der Schneide einer AxtThe lower end of the bit (cutting edge) of an axehead; as opposed to the toe (upper end)."The carpenter carefully sharpened the heel of the axe before chopping wood. "Der Zimmermann schärfte sorgfältig die Schneide der Axt, bevor er Holz hackte.technicalutensilmachineessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareFerseIn a carding machine, the part of a flat nearest the cylinder."The carding machine's heel is worn smooth from years of use. "Die Ferse der Krempelmaschine ist durch jahrelangen Gebrauch glatt abgenutzt.machinetechnicalindustrypartessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareJemanden verfolgen, an den Fersen klebenTo follow at somebody's heels; to chase closely."She called to her dog to heel."Sie rief ihren Hund, er solle ihr folgen.actionpositionanimalessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareAbsatz anbringenTo add a heel to, or increase the size of the heel of (a shoe or boot)."My dad heeled my work boots because the heels were worn down. "Mein Vater hat meine Arbeitsstiefel mit Absätzen versehen, weil die Absätze abgenutzt waren.appearancewearessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareMit der Ferse tretenTo kick with the heel."The soccer player heeled the ball towards the goal. "Der Fußballspieler trat den Ball mit der Ferse in Richtung Tor.bodyactionessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareAbsatz machenTo perform by the use of the heels, as in dancing, running, etc."The dancers heeled their way across the stage, moving with grace and precision. "Die Tänzer machten mit ihren Absätzen ihren Weg über die Bühne und bewegten sich mit Anmut und Präzision.actionsportdancebodyessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareMit einem Sporen versehenTo arm with a gaff, as a cock for fighting."The farmer heeled the rooster, preparing it for the upcoming cockfight. "Der Bauer versah den Hahn mit einem Sporen und bereitete ihn auf den bevorstehenden Hahnenkampf vor.animalsportweaponessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareMit dem Schlägerabsatz schlagenTo hit (the ball) with the heel of the club."The golfer heeled the ball towards the green. "Der Golfer schlug den Ball mit dem Schlägerabsatz in Richtung Grün.sportessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareFangenTo make (a fair catch) standing with one foot forward, the heel on the ground and the toe up."Before the game started, the football player had to heel the ball. "Bevor das Spiel begann, musste der Footballspieler den Ball fangen.sportactionessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareNeigung, KrängungThe act of inclining or canting from a vertical position; a cant."The heel of the ladder caused it to lean against the wall, making it unsafe to climb. "Die Neigung der Leiter ließ sie an die Wand lehnen, was das Klettern gefährlich machte.positionnauticalsailingessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareSich neigen, kippenTo incline to one side; to tilt."The old house's roof was beginning to heel to the east, leaning noticeably towards the street. "Das Dach des alten Hauses begann sich nach Osten zu neigen und neigte sich deutlich zur Straße hin.nauticalsailingpositionessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareHeilen, genesenTo make better from a disease, wound, etc.; to revive or cure."This bandage will heal your cut."Dieser Verband wird Ihren Schnitt heilen.medicinebiologyessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareHeilen, genesenTo become better or healthy again."Bandages allow cuts to heal."Verbände ermöglichen es, dass Wunden heilen.medicinephysiologyessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareHeilen, genesenTo reconcile, as a breach or difference; to make whole; to free from guilt."to heal dissensions"Zwietracht heilen.moralguiltreligionphilosophyessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareVerbergen, verheimlichenTo hide, conceal, and keep secret, especially for a secret society (such as the masons)."The secret club members heeled their meeting place from the curious eyes of the schoolyard. "Die Mitglieder des geheimen Clubs verbargen ihren Treffpunkt vor den neugierigen Augen des Schulhofs.grouporganizationritualreligionsocietyessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareEinpflanzen, anhäufeln(now especially in the phrase "hele in") To cover or conceal (a seedling, plant, roots, etc)."The gardener heeled in the young tomato plants to protect their roots from the frost. "Der Gärtner hat die jungen Tomatenpflanzen angehäufelt, um ihre Wurzeln vor Frost zu schützen.agricultureplantactionessentialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
