surface
Translation
surface, exterior, top
Examples
The surface of the table is smooth.
The surface of the table is smooth.
A submarine travels below the surface of the water.
A submarine travels below the surface of the water.
On the surface, he seemed calm.
On the surface, he seemed calm.
Grammar Patterns
the surface of (sth.) the top layer of (sth.) The surface of the moon is dusty.
Similar Words
Synonyms: exterior, top, outside; Antonyms: interior, inside, core
Etymology
From French 'sur-' (on, over) + 'face'. Literally 'on the face of' something.
Memory Tips
Picture something floating on the surface of the water. That's the top layer.