A1 noun Neutre #240 le plus courant

level

/ˈlɛvəl/

A specific position on a scale of amount, quality, or importance. It can also refer to a floor in a building or a stage within a game or a course of study.

Exemples

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1

I finally reached level ten in my favorite video game.

I got to the tenth stage of the game.

2

The water level in the river is rising after the heavy rain.

The height of the water in the river is going up.

3

I'm not on that level yet; I need more practice.

I haven't reached that degree of skill yet.

Famille de mots

Nom
level
Verb
level
Adverbe
levelly
Adjectif
level
Apparenté
leveling
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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'Level' as a step on a ladder; you climb one step at a time to go higher.

Quiz rapide

You need to pass this test to reach the next ___ of the English course.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : level

Exemples

1

I finally reached level ten in my favorite video game.

everyday

I got to the tenth stage of the game.

2

The water level in the river is rising after the heavy rain.

formal

The height of the water in the river is going up.

3

I'm not on that level yet; I need more practice.

informal

I haven't reached that degree of skill yet.

4

The research analyzes the literacy level of primary school students.

academic

The study looks at the reading ability rank of young students.

5

We need to discuss this issue at a management level.

business

This problem needs to be talked about by the managers.

Famille de mots

Nom
level
Verb
level
Adverbe
levelly
Adjectif
level
Apparenté
leveling

Collocations courantes

eye level at the same height as one's eyes
entry level the lowest or starting rank in a job or series
sea level the average height of the ocean's surface
skill level the amount of ability a person has
noise level the amount or volume of sound

Phrases Courantes

on the level

being honest or legal

next level

a much better or more advanced stage

level playing field

a situation that is fair for everyone

Souvent confondu avec

level vs layer

A layer refers to a thickness of material on a surface, whereas level refers to height or rank on a scale.

level vs floor

Floor refers to the physical surface you walk on, while level is often used for the numbered height in a building (e.g., Level 4).

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Notes d'usage

Use 'level' when talking about progress in learning (A1, A2) or video games. It is also used to describe surfaces that are flat and not slanting.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners sometimes use 'grade' for video game stages, but 'level' is the correct term for gaming and general height positions.

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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'Level' as a step on a ladder; you climb one step at a time to go higher.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Old French word 'livel', which referred to a tool used to ensure a surface was perfectly horizontal.

Modèles grammaticaux

Countable noun (plural: levels) Often used with the preposition 'at' (e.g., at a high level) Can function as a noun, verb, or adjective
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Contexte culturel

In gaming culture, 'leveling up' is a very common metaphor for improving one's skills or status in real life.

Quiz rapide

You need to pass this test to reach the next ___ of the English course.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : level

Expressions liées

Mots lis

buckram

B2

To stiffen a fabric using a coarse cloth called buckram, or metaphorically, to provide a rigid, formal, or artificial structure to something. It describes the process of making an object or an idea appear more solid and less flexible than it naturally is.

buckskin

B2

Describes items made from the soft, yellowish-tan leather of a male deer or sheep, or refers to the specific pale yellowish-brown color of this leather. It is frequently used in the context of historical clothing, outdoor gear, and horse coat colors.

buckteeth

B2

Upper front teeth that protrude significantly outward over the lower lip, often due to jaw alignment or dental conditions. This physical trait is commonly associated with specific facial structures and is frequently addressed through orthodontic treatment.

buddha

B2

Used as a modifier to describe something that possesses qualities of enlightenment, supreme peace, or detached wisdom. It often refers to a state of being calm and unbothered by external chaos or emotional distress.

buddhism

B2

Buddhism is a major world religion and philosophical system founded in India over 2,500 years ago by Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha. It focuses on personal spiritual development, the attainment of deep insight into the true nature of life, and the elimination of suffering through the path to enlightenment.

buddhist

B2

A Buddhist is a person who follows the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha. The term also functions as an adjective to describe things, practices, or art related to the religion and philosophy of Buddhism.

buddy

B2

To pair or partner someone with another person, typically to provide support, guidance, or safety in a professional or educational environment. As a verb, it often implies a formal or semi-formal arrangement where a more experienced person assists a newcomer.

budge

B2

To move slightly or to change a decision, opinion, or position. It is most frequently used in negative constructions to indicate that someone is being stubborn or that an object is physically stuck.

budgerigar

B2

A small, long-tailed, seed-eating parrot that is native to Australia and often kept as a pet. It is typically green and yellow with black markings in the wild, though domestic varieties come in many colors.

budgetary

B2

Relating to or concerned with a plan for spending money or a budget. It is frequently used to describe financial limits, allocations, or the process of managing available funds within an organization or government.

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