grade
Translation
mark, level, year group, slope
Examples
He got a good grade in his exam.
He got a good grade in his exam.
My daughter is in the fifth grade.
My daughter is in the fifth grade.
This is high-grade coffee.
This is high-grade coffee.
Grammar Patterns
a grade ((in sth.)) He got a good grade in his exam.
the ... grade My daughter is in the fifth grade.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mark, level, rank, class
Etymology
From Latin 'gradus' meaning 'a step, a degree'.
Memory Tips
Think of stairs or steps ('gradus'). Each step is a different grade or level.