die Ebene
Translation
level, plane, plain
Examples
Das Gebäude hat mehrere Ebenen.
The building has several levels.
Wir diskutieren auf verschiedenen Ebenen.
We are discussing on different levels.
Die Landschaft besteht aus weiten Ebenen.
The landscape consists of wide plains.
Grammar Patterns
auf+3 on a level, on a plane We are working on different levels.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Niveau, Stufe, Fläche, Flachland; Antonyms: Berg (mountain), Hügel (hill)
Etymology
Derived from the adjective 'eben' (even, flat). Originally meant 'flatness'.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'even' surface. This can be a 'level' in a building, a geometric 'plane', or a geographical 'plain'.