level
level — 動詞
1. to create an even, flat surface by taking away raised sections and filling in lo
弄平；整平
使表面平整
to create an even, flat surface by taking away raised sections and filling in lower spots, removing any bumps or dips.
Jiwoo spent the afternoon levelling the garden soil before planting the vegetable seeds.
Jiwoo 花了一整個下午把花園的土整平，為播種蔬菜種子做準備。
level + surface (soil/ground) for a purpose
The old railway line was removed and the ground levelled for a new park.
舊鐵路被拆除後，地面被整平，用來建造一座公園。
passive: be levelled for [purpose]
The bulldozer levelled the uneven ground in under two hours.
推土機在不到兩小時內就把凹凸不平的地面整平了。
Adaeze levelled the chocolate mixture in the cake tin with a spatula.
Adaeze 用抹刀把蛋糕模裡的巧克力混合物抹平。
- roughen
to make a surface uneven on purpose
文法句型
level + object (ground/surface)
level + object + adverb (out/off)
用法筆記
Often used with an adverb such as 'out' or 'off': 'level out the bumps' or 'level off the top'.
常見錯誤
2. to knock down a building or structure completely, so that nothing is left standi
夷平；摧毀
徹底摧毀建築或區域
to knock down a building or structure completely, so that nothing is left standing above the ground.
The earthquake levelled most of the old houses in the mountain village.
地震把山村裡大部分的舊房子都夷為平地了。
level + building/structure (destroyed by natural force)
Entire city blocks were levelled by the fire that swept through the downtown area.
橫掃市區的大火將整個街區夷為平地。
passive: be levelled by [disaster]
The army used explosives to level the abandoned factory before rebuilding.
軍方用炸藥將廢棄的工廠夷平，以便在該處重建。
The bombs levelled the entire port district during the war.
炸彈在戰爭期間將整個港口區夷為平地。
文法句型
level + building/structure/city
用法筆記
Stronger than 'damage' or 'partially destroy' — 'level' means the structure is reduced to the same height as the ground. Often used with natural disasters or military action.
常見錯誤
3. to point or aim something at someone, such as a weapon, or to direct words like
針對；指向
將批評、指控等對準某人
to point or aim something at someone, such as a weapon, or to direct words like criticism or an accusation at a particular person.
During the debate, Tyler levelled serious accusations at the city council members.
在辯論中，Tyler 對市議員提出了嚴重的指控。
level + accusation + at + person/group
The soldier levelled his rifle at the target and waited for the command to fire.
那名士兵將步槍瞄準目標，等待開火命令。
level + weapon + at + target
Several complaints have been levelled against the company's waste-disposal methods.
該公司的廢棄物處理方式受到了多起投訴。
Critics have levelled similar charges against other social media platforms.
批評者對其他社群媒體平台也提出了類似的指控。
文法句型
level + accusation/criticism + at someone
level + weapon + at target
be levelled at/against someone
用法筆記
When used for criticism or accusations, this is frequently passive (be levelled at/against). When used for a weapon, it is typically active with a direct object.
常見錯誤
4. to speak honestly and directly to someone about something difficult or unpleasan
坦白說；坦承
坦白直接地對某人說話
to speak honestly and directly to someone about something difficult or unpleasant, without hiding information or trying to avoid the topic.
Putri decided to level with her parents about the dent in the car door.
Putri 決定向父母坦白，承認車門上的凹痕是她弄的。
level with someone about something
I need you to level with me — will the project be ready on time?
我需要你跟我說實話——專案能不能如期完成？
direct appeal: level with me
After weeks of silence, the manager finally levelled with the team about the budget cuts.
沉默了數週之後，經理終於向團隊坦承了預算削減的事實。
After the meeting, Imran levelled with his colleague about the failed partnership.
會議結束後，Imran 向同事坦白了合作失敗的原因。
- come clean
more informal; specifically about admitting wrongdoing
- be straight with
similar register; emphasises directness
- open up
softer; about sharing feelings, not necessarily bad news
文法句型
level with + someone
level with + someone + about + something
用法筆記
Always followed by 'with + person'. Cannot be used transitively ('level someone' is wrong in this sense). Common in informal conversations about admitting mistakes or sharing bad news.
常見錯誤
level — 名詞
1. a measurement of how high or low something is, based on its position above or be
高度
物體離地面的高度
a measurement of how high or low something is, based on its position above or below a fixed point such as the ground
The water level in the river rose quickly after three days of heavy rain.
連續三天的大雨過後，河裡的水位迅速上升。
collocation: water level / sea level
The shelves are all fixed at the same level, so the books line up neatly.
所有的架子都固定在同一高度，所以書本排列得很整齊。
pattern: at + adjective + level
Folake checked the level of oil in the engine before starting the car.
Folake 在發動車子前檢查了引擎裡的機油高度。
Kian marked the ground to show the level of the planned foundation before building.
Kian 在動工前先在地面上做了記號，以便標出地基的高度。
文法句型
level of + noun
at + noun + level
用法筆記
Often used in compound nouns such as water level, sea level, or eye level.
常見錯誤
2. how much or how strongly a quality is present in a situation, such as the loudne
程度；數量
某事物的多寡或強弱
how much or how strongly a quality is present in a situation, such as the loudness of noise, the seriousness of risk, or the concentration of pollution
The level of noise in the library was too high for anyone to study.
圖書館的噪音程度太大，沒有人能夠好好念書。
pattern: level of + noun (noise, pollution, stress)
Air pollution levels in the city centre have dropped since the new rules began.
自從新規定實施以來，市中心的空氣汙染程度已經下降。
Yael was surprised by the level of support she received from her neighbours.
Yael 對鄰居們給予她的支持程度感到驚訝。
The stress level among the hospital staff rose as the number of patients increased.
隨著病人人數增加，醫院工作人員的壓力程度也跟著升高。
文法句型
level of + noun
at + a + adjective + level
用法筆記
Commonly used with adjectives indicating quantity (high, low, rising, falling). In sense 2, the noun is usually uncountable when referring to an abstract quality ('a high level of interest'), but countable when referring to measured data ('pollution levels').
3. a person's standard of ability or skill when compared to others, especially in l
水準；等級
能力或技術的高低
a person's standard of ability or skill when compared to others, especially in learning, sport, or a profession
This English course is designed for students at an advanced level.
這門英語課程是為高級程度的學生設計的。
pattern: at + adjective + level (beginner, intermediate, advanced)
Ada's Spanish is at a good level now — she can hold a conversation easily.
Ada 的西班牙文已經達到不錯的水準了——她可以輕鬆地進行對話。
The test has three levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced.
這個測驗分為三個等級：初級、中級和高級。
Arjun reached the highest level in the company's language programme after months of study.
Arjun 經過數個月的學習，達到了公司語言課程的最高等級。
文法句型
at + adjective + level
level of + noun (ability/skill)
用法筆記
Often used with terms from official proficiency scales (CEFR levels A1–C2, grade levels, belt levels in martial arts). Distinguish from sense 5 (RANK): sense 3 refers to ability or mastery; sense 5 refers to formal position in an organisation.
常見錯誤
4. one of the floors or storeys in a building, especially a large one such as a sho
樓層
建築物中的某一層
one of the floors or storeys in a building, especially a large one such as a shopping centre, hospital, or car park
The doctor's office is on the third level of the hospital building.
醫生的診所在醫院的第三層樓。
pattern: on + ordinal + level
Pedro took the lift to the top level, where the restaurant was located.
Pedro 搭電梯到頂層，餐廳就在那裡。
The shopping centre has two underground levels for car parking.
這間購物中心有兩層地下停車場。
The car park has an entry level and an exit level connected by a ramp.
停車場有一個入口層和一個出口層，由斜坡連接。
文法句型
on + ordinal + level
level + number
用法筆記
More common in large public buildings or multi-storey car parks. For houses or small buildings, 'floor' or 'storey' is more typical in everyday speech.
5. a position of importance or authority within an organisation, society, or system
階層；級別
組織或社會中的職位高低
a position of importance or authority within an organisation, society, or system where people are ranked
Decisions about the company budget are made at the highest level of management.
有關公司預算的決策是在最高管理階層做出的。
pattern: at + the + (highest/lowest/senior) + level
Yuna was promoted to a senior level after just two years with the firm.
Yuna 在這家公司工作僅兩年後就晉升到高階職位。
Talks between the two countries took place at the ministerial level.
兩國之間的會談是在部長級進行的。
Ava discussed the new policy with managers at every level of the organisation.
Ava 與組織中各個層級的主管討論了新政策。
文法句型
at + adjective + level
at + the + noun + level
用法筆記
Frequently used with administrative or government titles (national level, local level, board level, management level). Distinguish from sense 3 (SKILL LEVEL): sense 5 is about formal rank, not personal ability.
6. a particular sphere or scale at which something is dealt with, organised, or und
層級；範圍
地理或行政劃分的層級
a particular sphere or scale at which something is dealt with, organised, or understood, for example a geographic or administrative division
This environmental problem needs to be solved at the national level, not just locally.
這個環境問題需要在國家層面解決，而不只是在地方層面。
pattern: at + the + (national/local/international) + level
Education policy in the US is set at the state level, not the federal level.
美國的教育政策是由各州層級制定，而非聯邦層級。
Dewi works for an aid organisation that operates at the international level.
Dewi 在一家在國際層面運作的援助組織工作。
The charity provides clean drinking water at the village level across several regions.
這間慈善機構在多個地區的村莊層級提供乾淨的飲用水。
文法句型
at + the + adjective + level
at + noun + level
用法筆記
Most commonly appears in fixed phrases with 'at' followed by a geographic or administrative adjective (local, regional, national, international, federal, state). The headword 'level' in this sense is almost always preceded by 'at the … level'.
7. a particular way of thinking about or understanding a situation, especially when
層面；角度
看待或理解事物的特定方面
a particular way of thinking about or understanding a situation, especially when there are several possible aspects to consider.
On a personal level, I understand why Yumi made that difficult choice.
從個人層面來說，我能理解 Yumi 為什麼做出那個艱難的選擇。
pattern: on a(n) [adjective] level
The policy works well at an economic level, but ordinary people may feel the cost.
這項新政策在經濟層面上運作良好，但一般民眾可能會感受到代價。
pattern: at a(n) [adjective] level
Theo and Saira are close friends, but on a professional level they rarely agree.
Theo 和 Saira 是好朋友，但在專業層面上他們很少意見一致。
Ari and Talia argued about the budget but on a social level got along fine.
Ari 和 Talia 為了預算爭論不休，不過在社交層面上他們相處得很好。
文法句型
on a(n) [adjective] level
用法筆記
Subject is usually a situation, relationship, or topic being analysed. Often contrasted with another level ('on one level… on another level…').
常見錯誤
8. used to say that something is true to a limited extent, or that you think it is
某種程度
部分真實或不完全確定
used to say that something is true to a limited extent, or that you think it is true but you are not completely certain.
On some level, Chidi knew that his plan was too risky.
在某種程度上，Chidi 知道他的計畫風險太大。
phrase: on some level — limited certainty
I suppose on one level the criticism was fair, but it was also too harsh.
我想，在某個層面上，批評是公平的，但也太嚴厲了。
pattern: on one level… but…
Yara felt guilty about leaving, but on another level felt excited for the new job.
Yara 對於離開感到內疚，但另一方面她對新工作感到興奮。
Lukas knew on some level that apologising would fix things, but his pride stopped him.
Lukas 在某種程度上知道道歉可以解決問題，但他的自尊心阻止了他。
- partly
more direct and common; expresses a similar idea of limited truth
- to some extent
slightly more formal; interchangeable with 'on some level'
文法句型
on some level
on one level… on another level…
用法筆記
This sense always appears in the fixed phrases 'on some level', 'on one level', or 'on another level'. Unlike sense 7, you cannot insert an adjective between 'on' and 'level' — the phrases are set expressions.
常見錯誤
9. a small hand tool used for checking whether a surface sits flat and horizontal,
水平儀
測量表面是否水平的工具
a small hand tool used for checking whether a surface sits flat and horizontal, with no tilt or slope. Also called a spirit level.
Christopher used a level to check that the shelf was perfectly horizontal.
Christopher 用水平儀檢查架子是否完全水平。
collocation: use a level
Before hanging the picture frame, Otis checked the wall with a spirit level.
掛相框前，Otis 用水準器檢查了牆面。
The builder placed the level on the counter to see if the legs were even.
師傅把水平儀放在廚房流理臺上，看看桌腳是否平穩。
Élise borrowed a spirit level from her neighbour to check the garden fence posts.
Élise 向鄰居借了一個水準器來檢查花園的籬笆樁是否垂直。
- spirit level
full name for the same tool; slightly more formal or technical
- bubble level
refers to the same tool by describing its main visible feature
文法句型
use a level
check (something) with a level
用法筆記
Common in DIY, carpentry, and construction contexts. The shorter form 'level' is more frequent in everyday speech; 'spirit level' is often used in product names and formal descriptions.
10. one of the stages in a video game that a player must complete before moving to t
關卡
電玩遊戲中逐步推進的階段
one of the stages in a video game that a player must complete before moving to the next stage, with its own challenges and goals.
Manuela spent two hours trying to finish the final level of the puzzle game.
Manuela 花了兩個小時試圖打通這款解謎遊戲的最後一關。
collocation: finish the final level
Each new level introduces more enemies and harder obstacles for the player.
每到新的一關，都會出現更多敵人和更難的障礙。
pattern: each (new) level introduces…
When you reach level five in this game, you unlock a hidden weapon.
在這款遊戲中到達第五關時，你會解鎖一把隱藏武器。
Léa saved her game before the next level — the boss fight would be tough.
Léa 在進入下一關前存了檔——頭目戰肯定很棘手。
文法句型
[number] + level
the final / first / next level
reach + level
finish + level
用法筆記
The most common everyday use of this sense. In modern gaming, 'level' can also refer to a character's experience rank (e.g., 'level 50 warrior'), which is a related but distinct meaning not covered here.
常見錯誤
level — 形容詞
1. at the same height or position as something else, so that one is not higher or l
等高的
與另一物體高度相同
at the same height or position as something else, so that one is not higher or lower than the other.
The top of the wardrobe is level with the top of the door frame.
衣櫃的頂端和門框的上緣等高。
pattern: be level with [noun]
Yan adjusted the mirror so that it was level with her eyes.
Yan 調整了鏡子的位置，讓它與眼睛在同一高度。
The flood water rose until it was level with the first-floor windows.
洪水漲到與一樓窗戶齊平的高度。
Gabriel hung the painting so its bottom edge was level with the light switch.
Gabriel 把畫掛好，讓畫的下緣與電燈開關在同一高度。
The new bridge sits level with the old one, about three metres to the south.
新建的橋與舊橋等高，位於南側約三公尺處。
- even with
informal alternative; 'She pulled the curtain even with the sill'
- flush with
more technical, often used for surfaces meeting at the same plane; 'The tiles are flush with the wall'
- uneven
not at the same height; having differences in elevation
文法句型
be level with [noun]
用法筆記
This sense almost always appears with the preposition 'with'. The pattern is [subject] + be + level + with + [noun]. It cannot be used before a noun (*a level shelf with the door — incorrect).
常見錯誤
2. directly next to something or opposite it, at a matching position along an imagi
並排的
在水平位置上一旁或對面
directly next to something or opposite it, at a matching position along an imagined horizontal line.
The cyclist pulled up level with the car at the traffic light.
那位自行車騎士騎到與汽車並排，停在紅綠燈前。
pattern: pull up level with [noun]
Niran stopped walking when he was level with the main entrance.
Niran 走到和大門口齊平的位置時停了下來。
The two runners were level with each other as they reached the final bend.
兩位跑者在抵達最後彎道時彼此並排。
Lauren pulled her desk level with the window so she could see the garden.
Lauren 把書桌拉到窗戶旁，這樣她就能看到花園。
The boat drew level with the dock and the captain cut the engine.
船與碼頭並排時，船長關掉了引擎。
- alongside
emphasises being beside rather than opposite; 'The boat came alongside the dock'
- abreast of
side by side, especially in racing or marching
文法句型
be level with [noun]
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 1 (SAME HEIGHT): sense 1 focuses on vertical alignment (equal height), while sense 2 focuses on horizontal alignment (being next to or opposite). Both use 'level with', but the context determines which meaning is intended — building features and body parts suggest sense 1; vehicles, people moving, and positions in space suggest sense 2.
3. having a surface that is flat and smooth, with no high or low areas — like a tab
平坦的
表面平整，沒有高低起伏
having a surface that is flat and smooth, with no high or low areas — like a table top, a road, or a piece of ground that does not slope.
The kitchen floor is not level, so the table rocks slightly.
廚房地板不平，所以桌子會輕微搖晃。
common context: uneven floor
We found level ground near the river and set up the tent there.
我們在河邊找到一塊平坦的地面，就在那裡搭帳篷。
collocation: level ground
Élise checked the shelf with a spirit level to make sure it was perfectly level.
Élise 用水平儀檢查層架，確保它完全水平。
A level path runs through the park, making it easy for wheelchair users.
公園裡有一條平坦的小徑，方便坐輪椅的人通行。
Ziad laid the bricks on a level bed of sand to keep the wall straight.
Ziad 把磚塊鋪在平整的沙層上，確保牆壁筆直。
- flat
the most common synonym; 'flat' emphasises no bumps or curves, while 'level' emphasises horizontal alignment
- even
suggests a smooth, regular surface; 'an even pavement'
- horizontal
more technical; describes being parallel to the horizon
文法句型
be level
a level [noun]
[noun] is level
用法筆記
Before a noun, 'level' describes surfaces that are naturally flat (level ground, a level road). When used as a complement after 'be', it usually means having the correct flat alignment (the shelf is level; the picture is not level).
常見錯誤
4. filled exactly to the top edge of a spoon or cup without going above it — used w
平匙的
盛滿到匙緣但未高出邊緣
filled exactly to the top edge of a spoon or cup without going above it — used when measuring ingredients in cooking, especially dry substances such as flour, sugar, or salt.
Add one level teaspoon of salt to the boiling water.
在沸水中加入一平匙鹽。
pattern: level teaspoon of [substance]
The recipe calls for a level cup of flour, not a heaped one.
食譜要求一杯平裝的麵粉，而不是一尖杯。
opposition: level vs heaped
Femi measured out a level tablespoon of baking powder before mixing the batter.
Femi 量了一平匙泡打粉，然後才攪拌麵糊。
Use a level scoop of coffee grounds for each cup of water.
每杯水用一平匙咖啡粉。
Christopher scraped the sugar flat to get a level tablespoon for the recipe.
Christopher 把糖刮平，量出一平湯匙來做食譜。
- flat
rarely used in cooking contexts; 'a flat teaspoon' is less common than 'a level teaspoon'
文法句型
a level [spoon/cup] of [substance]
用法筆記
Only used before nouns for measuring spoons and cups (teaspoon, tablespoon, cup). The opposite is 'heaped' or 'heaping'. In modern recipes, 'level' is often implied and not stated, but it is important in baking where exact measurements matter.
常見錯誤
5. at the same standard, amount, or degree of success as another person or thing —
同等的
價值、數量或標準相當
at the same standard, amount, or degree of success as another person or thing — for example, two companies having the same sales, or two students reaching the same grade.
After the new investment, the two companies are now level in terms of market share.
獲得那筆新投資後，這兩家公司在市佔率上現在不相上下。
pattern: level in [area]
Andrés found his Spanish was level with his cousin's, who grew up in Mexico.
Andrés 發現他的西班牙語程度和在墨西哥長大的表弟差不多。
pattern: level with [noun]
The government wants to bring the poorest regions level with the richest ones.
政府希望讓最貧困地區的發展水準與最富裕地區齊平。
Eve's salary is now level with her colleague's after the promotion.
Eve 升遷之後，薪資現在和同事一樣高了。
The two departments are roughly level in productivity this quarter.
這兩個部門本季的生產力大致相當。
- equal
more general; 'equal pay for equal work'; can be used before a noun whereas 'level' cannot in this sense
- on a par with
idiomatic; 'The service is on a par with top hotels'
- comparable to
similar in quality but not necessarily exactly the same
文法句型
be level with [noun]
be level in [area]
用法筆記
This sense overlaps with the noun sense of 'level' (referring to standard/degree). As an adjective, it is always followed by 'with' or 'in'. The verb phrase 'bring something level with' means to make something reach the same standard.
常見錯誤
6. equal with an opponent in a game or competition where each side has scored the s
平手的
比賽中分數或進球數相同
equal with an opponent in a game or competition where each side has scored the same — for instance, two football teams that have each scored two goals.
The two teams were level at 2–2 until the last minute of the match.
兩隊以二比二平手，直到比賽最後一分鐘。
pattern: level at [score]
Tara scored a goal in the second half, making the score level with the visitors.
Tara 在下半場進了一球，使比分與客隊追平。
Both players are level on 15 points going into the final round.
兩位選手進入最終回合時同為十五分，不分上下。
The score was level at halftime, and both coaches looked worried.
中場時比分持平，兩隊教練都面有憂色。
Lauren's team drew level with a last-minute goal in the championship final.
Lauren 的球隊在冠軍決賽最後一分鐘進球，追平了比分。
- tied
more common in American English; 'The game is tied at 3–3'
- drawn
used in British English for matches that end with no winner; 'a drawn game'
- neck and neck
idiomatic for a race where competitors are close; not used for final scores
文法句型
be level
be level on [points/goals]
be level with [opponent]
用法筆記
Very common in sports commentary and match reports. The key prepositions are: 'at' for the score (level at 1–1), 'on' for the quantity (level on points), and 'with' for the opponent (level with the champions). This sense only applies to competitive situations where a score is kept.
常見錯誤
7. describing a voice or facial expression that stays calm and controlled, not show
平穩的
（聲音、表情）平靜克制的
describing a voice or facial expression that stays calm and controlled, not showing strong feelings even when the situation is tense or upsetting
Despite the angry customer's shouting, the manager kept a level voice.
儘管生氣的顧客大聲叫嚷，經理仍保持平穩的語氣。
level + noun (voice) — calm despite conflict
Takeshi gave a level look across the table before answering the difficult question.
Takeshi 在回答那個棘手的問題之前，隔著桌子投以平穩的目光。
level + noun (look) — composing oneself before responding
When the pilot announced the engine problem, her level tone helped everyone stay calm.
當機長宣布引擎問題時，她平穩的語氣幫助大家保持冷靜。
Tomás read the bad news in a level voice, showing no anger or surprise.
Tomás 用平穩的語氣讀了壞消息，沒有流露出任何怒意或驚訝。
Imran met the doctor's eyes with a level gaze and asked for the truth.
Imran 以平穩的目光注視著醫生的眼睛，開口詢問真相。
文法句型
level + noun (voice, look, gaze, tone)
用法筆記
Only used to describe a person's voice, tone, look, or gaze — not objects, situations, or general behaviour.