die Fläche, -n
area · surface
Es ist ein Bereich, der eine bestimmte Größe hat und auf einer ebenen Ebene liegt.
Definition & meaning
The German word die Fläche has several related meanings depending on the context:
- Surface: The outer layer or the top side of an object (e.g., the surface of a table or a lake).
- Area: The extent or measurement of a flat space, usually expressed in square units (e.g., the floor area of a room or the area of a country).
- Expanse: An open, flat piece of land or territory (e.g., a large field).
- Plane (Geometry): A flat, two-dimensional geometric shape.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: It is a feminine noun (die Fläche). The plural form is die Flächen.
- Origin: The word is derived from the adjective flach (flat/level). It evolved from the Middle High German vlache, referring to a level or flat object or space.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- Oberfläche (Surface/outer layer)
- Areal (Area/territory)
- Ebene (Plane/plain)
- Grundstück (Plot of land)
Antonyms:
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Examples
Die Fläche des Parks beträgt 10 Hektar.noun
The area of the park is 10 hectares.
Eine große Fläche wurde neu bebaut.noun
A large area was newly developed.
Eine große Fläche wird neu bebaut.noun
A large area is being newly developed.
Die Fläche muss sauber gehalten werden.noun
The surface must be kept clean.
Die Fläche des Dreiecks wird berechnet.noun
The area of the triangle is calculated.
Unsere Fläche reicht bis zum Wald.noun
Our area extends to the forest.
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