noun

die Höhe, -n

visina

Das ist der Abstand von unten nach oben bei einem Objekt oder einer Person.

The German word "Höhe" is a noun meaning "height" or "elevation". It comes from the adjective "hoch", which means "high".

Similar words:

  • "Erhebung" (elevation, rise)
  • "Spitze" (peak, tip)
  • "Niveau" (level)

Differences:

  • "Höhe" generally refers to the measurable vertical extent of something.
  • "Erhebung" can imply a natural rise of land (like a hill).
  • "Spitze" emphasizes the pointed top or peak.
  • "Niveau" often refers to abstract levels (quality, standard) rather than physical height.

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Examples

In großer Höhe wird die Luft dünner.noun

Na velikoj visini zrak postaje rjeđi.

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