die Ebene, -n
level · plain · plane
Es ist eine flache Fläche ohne Hügel oder Berge.
The German word "Ebene" is a noun meaning "plain", "level", or "plane" — referring to a flat or even surface or area, either physically (e.g., a landscape) or abstractly (e.g., a level of discussion).
- It is derived from the adjective "eben", which means "even" or "flat".
- Example uses:
- Die weite Ebene (the wide plain)
- auf einer anderen Ebene diskutieren (to discuss on a different level)
Similar words:
- Fläche (surface, area)
- Niveau (level, standard)
- Platte (plate, slab, flat area)
Difference:
- Ebene emphasizes flatness and expanse (often geographical or metaphorical plane of thought).
- Fläche is more general for any surface without implying flatness or expanse.
- Niveau focuses on quantitative or qualitative "level."
- Platte usually refers to solid, flat physical objects rather than conceptual levels.
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Examples
Wir arbeiten auf einer anderen Ebene.noun
We are working on a different level.
Wir befinden uns auf derselben Ebene.noun
We are on the same level.
Die Ebene erstreckt sich weit.noun
The plain extends far.
Die Ebene erstreckt sich bis zum Horizont.noun
The plain stretches to the horizon.
Eine Ebene ist in der Geometrie ein flächiges Objekt.noun
A plane is a flat object in geometry.
Nach dem Regen glänzte die Ebene im Sonnenlicht.noun
After the rain, the plain shone in the sunlight.
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