die Ebene
Translation
level, plane, plain, tier
Examples
Wir arbeiten auf verschiedenen Ebenen.
We work on different levels.
Das Haus steht auf einer ebenen Fläche.
The house stands on a level surface.
Das Gespräch fand auf höchster Ebene statt.
The conversation took place at the highest level.
Grammar Patterns
on a level ((with sb./sth.)) on a par with sb./sth. The negotiations took place on an equal level.
at the level of sth. at the level of sth. The problem must be solved at the government level.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Niveau, Stufe, Fläche; Antonyms: Steigung, Gefälle
Etymology
Derived from the adjective 'eben' meaning 'even' or 'flat'.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'even' surface for the concrete meaning, and different 'levels' of a building for the abstract meaning.