die Augenhöhe
Translation
eye level, equal footing
Examples
Das Bild hängt auf Augenhöhe.
The picture is hanging at eye level.
Wir verhandeln auf Augenhöhe.
We are negotiating on equal footing.
Grammar Patterns
auf Augenhöhe on an equal footing We speak to each other on an equal footing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gleiches Niveau, Ebenbürtigkeit
Etymology
From 'Auge' (eye) and 'Höhe' (height). Literally means 'eye height'.
Memory Tips
Think of looking someone directly in the eye, which requires being at the same 'eye height' and symbolizes an equal relationship.