der Grad
Translation
degree, grade, level, extent
Examples
Heute sind es dreißig Grad.
It is thirty degrees today.
Der Winkel beträgt neunzig Grad.
The angle is ninety degrees.
Das Wasser hat einen hohen Grad an Reinheit.
The water has a high degree of purity.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((... degrees)) ... degrees It is 20 degrees today.
((a high)) ((degree)) ((of sth.)) a high degree of (sth.) This requires a high degree of precision.
((to a certain)) ((degree/extent)) to a certain degree/extent I agree with you to a certain degree.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Stufe (step), Niveau (level)
Etymology
From Latin 'gradus' (step, pace). Cognate with English 'grade' and 'gradient'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'grade' or 'gradient' to remember degree/level.