niveau
A specific height or position, or a position on a scale of amount, quality, or importance.
Examples
3 of 5Le niveau de l'eau monte dans la baignoire.
The water level is rising in the bathtub.
Nous devons maintenir un haut niveau d'exigence.
We must maintain a high level of requirement.
C'est pas mon niveau, ce jeu.
This game isn't my level.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of a 'level' in a video game.
Quick Quiz
Il a atteint un excellent ___ en mathématiques.
Correct!
The correct answer is: niveau
Examples
Le niveau de l'eau monte dans la baignoire.
everydayThe water level is rising in the bathtub.
Nous devons maintenir un haut niveau d'exigence.
formalWe must maintain a high level of requirement.
C'est pas mon niveau, ce jeu.
informalThis game isn't my level.
Les données indiquent un niveau de pollution alarmant.
academicThe data indicates an alarming pollution level.
Le niveau de vie a augmenté cette année.
businessThe standard of living increased this year.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
au plus haut niveau
at the highest level
être au niveau
to be up to the mark
niveau d'études
educational level
Often Confused With
Étage refers to the floor of a building, while niveau is more abstract or technical.
Usage Notes
The phrase 'au niveau de' is often used loosely to mean 'regarding' or 'about'.
Common Mistakes
Using 'au niveau de' too much; sometimes 'en ce qui concerne' is better.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'level' in a video game.
Word Origin
From Old French 'nivel', ultimately from Latin 'libella'.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Refers to the CEFR levels (A1, B1, etc.) commonly used in Europe.
Quick Quiz
Il a atteint un excellent ___ en mathématiques.
Correct!
The correct answer is: niveau
Related Grammar Rules
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