levels
levels — 動詞
- levelspresent simple I / you / we / they
- levelses3rd person singular
- levelsing-ing form
- levelsedpast simple
1. to take away bumps and unevenness from a surface so that it is completely flat
弄平；整平
使表面平坦，無高低起伏
to take away bumps and unevenness from a surface so that it is completely flat
Anong used a long metal tool to level the wet concrete before it dried.
Anong 用長形金屬工具在混凝土乾掉之前把它抹平。
level + wet concrete / cement for smoothing
The gardener leveled the soil in the flower bed before planting the seeds.
園丁在播種前先把花圃的土壤整平。
Before laying the patio stones, Eitan leveled the sand underneath with a rake.
Eitan 在鋪設庭院石板前，先用耙子把下方的沙子整平。
The construction crew spent the morning leveling the ground for the new basketball court.
營造團隊花了一整個上午整平新籃球場的地面。
文法句型
level + noun phrase (surface, ground, concrete)
用法筆記
Often used in construction, gardening, and DIY contexts. The past participle 'leveled' (US) or 'levelled' (UK) is common in passive constructions.
常見錯誤
2. to completely knock down a building, structure, or area so that nothing is left
夷平；拆除
徹底摧毀建築物或地區
to completely knock down a building, structure, or area so that nothing is left standing
The old factory was leveled to make space for a new park.
那座舊工廠被夷為平地，以便騰出空間建造新公園。
passive: be leveled + to make space for [replacement]
The earthquake leveled entire villages along the coast of Sumatra.
那場地震將蘇門答臘沿海的整座村莊夷為平地。
Developers plan to clear the site by leveling all the empty warehouses.
開發商計畫將所有空倉庫拆除，以便清理這塊地。
The bombing campaign leveled nearly every bridge and railway line in the region.
那場轟炸行動幾乎摧毀了該地區所有的橋樑和鐵路線。
文法句型
level + noun phrase (building, city, village)
be leveled + by + noun phrase
be leveled + to the ground
用法筆記
Commonly used in news reports about disasters, war, or urban development. Often paired with 'to the ground' for emphasis.
常見錯誤
3. to become flat, steady, or equal, especially after a period of change or movemen
趨穩；持平
經過變化後變得平穩或相等
to become flat, steady, or equal, especially after a period of change or movement
After climbing steeply, the road finally leveled off near the mountain pass.
道路在陡峭爬升後，終於在山隘附近變得平緩。
phrasal use: level off for physical height stabilizing
House prices rose quickly last year but have now leveled out.
房價去年快速上漲，但現在已經趨於穩定。
The plane leveled out at 10,000 meters and the seatbelt sign went off.
飛機在一萬公尺的高度平飛，安全帶指示燈也熄滅了。
After months of rapid growth, the company's expenses finally leveled off.
經過幾個月的快速成長，公司的開支終於趨於穩定。
文法句型
level + out
level + off
用法筆記
Almost always used with a particle ('out' or 'off'). 'Level off' suggests reaching and staying at a stable point; 'level out' emphasises the process of becoming even.
常見錯誤
4. to aim or direct something — especially criticism, a complaint, an accusation, o
提出；瞄準
將批評、指控或武器指向某人
to aim or direct something — especially criticism, a complaint, an accusation, or a weapon — at a particular person or group
Serious accusations were leveled at the company by former employees.
前員工對該公司提出了嚴重的指控。
pattern: level accusations at [someone]
The opposition party leveled harsh criticism at the government's new tax policy.
在野黨對政府的新稅政策提出了嚴厲的批評。
Eshe leveled her camera at the rare bird and took the shot.
Eshe 將相機對準那隻稀有鳥類，按下了快門。
The report leveled serious charges of corruption at several senior officials.
那份報告對幾位高階官員提出了嚴重的貪腐指控。
文法句型
level + noun phrase + at + noun phrase
level something at someone
用法筆記
The object being leveled (criticism, accusations, a weapon) is always followed by 'at' + the target. The pattern 'level something at someone' works for both literal weapons and figurative attacks.
常見錯誤
5. to speak honestly and directly with someone, without hiding your true thoughts o
坦誠相告
直接坦白地向某人說出真心話
to speak honestly and directly with someone, without hiding your true thoughts or feelings
Megan decided to level with her boss about why she wanted to leave the company.
Megan 決定向老闆坦承她想離職的原因。
phrasal pattern: level with [someone] about [something]
After months of hiding the truth, Kian finally leveled with his partner about the debt.
隱瞞了幾個月後，Kian 終於向伴侶坦白了債務的事。
Just level with me — is there any chance the project will be finished on time?
你跟我說實話——這個專案有機會準時完成嗎？
Emily appreciated it when the doctor leveled with her about the risks of the surgery.
Emily 很感激醫生在手術前坦誠告知她相關的風險。
- come clean
idiomatic; implies admitting something you were hiding
- be straight with
slightly less formal; common in everyday conversation
- open up
focuses on sharing feelings rather than facts
文法句型
level + with + someone
用法筆記
Always followed by 'with' + the person you are being honest with. This sense is more common in US English and informal conversation. It implies that you have been hiding something or avoiding the truth before being honest.
常見錯誤
levels — 名詞
- levelssingular
- levelsesplural
1. the measurement of how high something is, or the height of a surface or object c
高度
某物離基準點的高度
the measurement of how high something is, or the height of a surface or object compared to a fixed reference point such as the ground or sea.
The water level in the river rose after three days of heavy rain.
連續三天的暴雨導致河川的水位上升。
level + in + [place]
Xiu used a measuring tape to check the level of the shelf before fixing it.
Xiu 在把層架釘上牆之前，先用捲尺確認了層架的高度。
The snow level on the mountain roads reached two metres during the winter storm.
冬季暴風雪期間，山路上的積雪高度達到了兩公尺。
Aylin adjusted the level of her chair so that her feet rested flat on the floor.
Aylin 調整了椅子的高度，讓雙腳能平放在地上。
文法句型
level + of + [location]
level + in + [container/place]
用法筆記
Often used with prepositions such as 'of', 'in', or 'on' to state what is being measured. Frequently appears with adjectives describing rise or fall (e.g. 'rising water levels').
常見錯誤
2. the amount, degree, or intensity of something that can be measured, such as soun
數量；程度
可測量或比較的量
the amount, degree, or intensity of something that can be measured, such as sound, pollution, stress, or prices, often placed on a scale from low to high.
High levels of air pollution in the city are causing health problems for local residents.
城市中高濃度的空氣污染正對當地居民的健康造成危害。
high/low levels of + [uncountable noun]
Trang checked the battery level on her phone before leaving for the long bus ride.
Trang 在搭長途巴士前檢查了手機的電量。
The level of customer satisfaction at the hotel has dropped sharply since last year.
這家飯店的顧客滿意度自去年以來大幅下降。
Hana monitors her daily sugar intake to keep her blood sugar levels within a healthy range.
Hana 每天監控糖分攝取量，以將血糖維持在健康範圍內。
文法句型
level + of + [uncountable noun]
high/low + level
levels + of + [noun]
用法筆記
Commonly used with 'high' or 'low' to indicate quantity. When plural ('levels'), it often refers to multiple types or repeated measurements (e.g. 'stress levels').
常見錯誤
3. a standard or grade that shows how skilled, knowledgeable, or experienced someon
能力程度
技能或知識的標準
a standard or grade that shows how skilled, knowledgeable, or experienced someone is in a particular area compared to others.
Students at this school are tested every term to determine their reading level.
這所學校每學期都會測驗學生，以了解他們的閱讀程度。
at + [determiner] + level indicating skill grade
Heloísa signed up for an advanced-level Japanese course since her speaking was already fluent.
Heloísa 報名了高階日語課程，因為她的口說已經相當流利。
The exam is designed for learners at an intermediate level of English proficiency.
這項考試是為英語程度中等的學習者設計的。
Nikhil took a placement test to find out which level of maths class he should join.
Nikhil 參加了分級測驗，以了解他應該加入哪個等級的數學班。
文法句型
at + [determiner] + level
[adjective] + level
level + in/of + [subject]
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 5 (RANK): this sense describes skill or knowledge, not position in an organisation. Often used in education (e.g. 'A-level', 'GCSE level').
常見錯誤
4. one of the horizontal sections of a large building, at a particular height above
樓層
大樓中的某一層
one of the horizontal sections of a large building, at a particular height above the ground, containing rooms or spaces.
The top level of the shopping mall has a restaurant with a wonderful city view.
購物中心頂樓的餐廳可以欣賞到城市的美景。
on + [determiner] + level = on a storey/floor
Asher took the stairs down to the basement level where the car park was located.
Asher 走樓梯下到停車場所在的地下樓層。
The conference rooms are on the third level, right next to the main office area.
會議室在三樓，就在主辦公區的旁邊。
Abigail lives on the fifteenth level of a tall apartment building near the river.
Abigail 住在河邊一棟高層公寓的十五樓。
文法句型
on + [ordinal] + level
[adjective] + level
用法筆記
Common in large or modern buildings. More neutral than 'floor', which can also mean ground surface. In British English, 'ground level' often means the floor at street height.
常見錯誤
5. a position or tier within a system that arranges people, jobs, or positions acco
階級；層級
權力或重要性體系中的位置
a position or tier within a system that arranges people, jobs, or positions according to their authority, importance, or pay.
Nikhil started at an entry-level job and worked his way up to senior manager.
Nikhil 從基層職位做起，一路晉升到高階經理。
entry-level / high-level + noun (rank within organisation)
Decisions about major investments are made at the highest level of the company.
重大投資決策是在公司的最高層級做出的。
The government's new policy aims to create more opportunities at every level of society.
政府的新政策旨在為社會各階層創造更多機會。
Hassan was promoted to a regional level position after three years of managing a single store.
Hassan 在管理單一門市三年後，晉升到了區域層級的職位。
文法句型
at + [determiner] + level
[adjective] + level + noun
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 3 (SKILL GRADE): this sense describes organisational position, not personal ability. Commonly used in compound adjectives such as 'entry-level', 'high-level', 'top-level'.
常見錯誤
6. a particular range of authority, operation, or geographical scale within which a
管轄層級
政府或組織的管轄範圍
a particular range of authority, operation, or geographical scale within which a government, organisation, or system functions.
Education policy in this country is decided at the national level, not by local councils.
這個國家的教育政策是由中央層級決定，而非地方議會。
at the + [adjective] + level (scope of authority)
Talks between the two countries are taking place at the highest diplomatic level.
這兩個國家的會談正在最高外交層級進行。
Liam works for an organisation that runs health programmes at the local level.
Liam 在一個於地方層級推動健康計畫的組織工作。
Adisa argued that environmental rules should be set at the international level to be effective.
Adisa 認為環境法規必須在國際層級制定才能發揮效果。
文法句型
at the + [adjective] + level
at + [geographical adjective] + level
用法筆記
Nearly always appears in the fixed pattern 'at the ___ level' where the blank is a geographical or governmental adjective (local, regional, national, international, federal). Not used as a standalone countable noun.
常見錯誤
7. used to show that something is true or relevant in many different aspects or res
多方面
在多個不同方面都適用
used to show that something is true or relevant in many different aspects or respects at the same time.
The novel is rewarding on many levels — as a love story, a mystery, and a portrait of old Paris.
這部小說在多方面都很有價值——既是愛情故事、懸疑小說，也是老巴黎的寫照。
fixed phrase 'on many levels' for multiple aspects
Vikram's resignation affected the team on several levels, from daily workflow to long-term project planning.
Vikram 的辭職在好幾個層面上影響了團隊，從日常流程到長期專案規劃。
The show appeals to children and adults on multiple levels, mixing silly jokes with thoughtful lessons.
這個節目在多重層面上吸引兒童和成人，將搞笑橋段與發人深省的道理結合在一起。
The court's ruling was troubling on so many levels that experts spent weeks debating it.
法院的裁決在太多方面都令人困擾，專家花了數週時間討論它。
- in many respects
more formal, same meaning
- in various ways
more literal, less idiomatic
文法句型
on [many/several/various] levels
用法筆記
Typically used as a parenthetical or afterthought in spoken and written English. Common with adjectives like 'interesting', 'rewarding', 'troubling', 'unfair'.
常見錯誤
8. used to say that something is partly true or that you accept an idea in a limite
某種程度上
在某一不完全明確的層面上
used to say that something is partly true or that you accept an idea in a limited way, even when you are not fully certain about it.
On some level, Ignacio knew that leaving his hometown was necessary for his career.
在某種程度上，Ignacio 知道離開家鄉是事業的必要選擇。
fixed phrase 'on some level' for partial acceptance
On one level the book is a simple adventure story, but it also deals with loyalty and loss.
從某個層面來說，這本書只是個簡單的冒險故事，但它也談到了忠誠與失去。
Abigail was annoyed by Asher's remark, but on some level she agreed with it.
Abigail 對 Asher 的話感到惱火，但某種程度上她同意那句話。
Rin found the training exhausting, yet on some level she understood why the coach pushed them.
Rin 覺得訓練很累人，然而在某種程度上她理解教練為何嚴格要求他們。
- to some degree
similar meaning, slightly more formal
- in a way
less formal, interchangeable in many contexts
文法句型
on [some/one] level
用法筆記
Frequently paired with 'but' or 'yet' to contrast a surface reaction with a deeper feeling. Distinguish from sense 7 (IN MANY WAYS): sense 8 limits the scope, whereas sense 7 expands it across multiple aspects.
常見錯誤
9. a tool with a small glass tube containing coloured liquid and an air bubble, use
水平儀
內含氣泡管、用於檢測平面是否水平的工具
a tool with a small glass tube containing coloured liquid and an air bubble, used by builders and carpenters to check whether a surface is flat or exactly horizontal.
The carpenter placed his level on the shelf and adjusted it until the bubble sat in the centre.
木匠把水平儀放在架子上，調整到氣泡停在中央。
concrete tool-use description: place + level + adjust until bubble centred
Folake handed Erik a level and said, "You cannot hang a cabinet straight without one."
Folake 遞給 Erik 一個水平儀，說：「沒有這個，你沒辦法把櫥櫃掛得平直。」
Pim checked the wall mark with a level so that the nail holes would be perfectly even.
Pim 用水平儀檢查牆上的記號，這樣釘孔的位置就會完全水平。
A basic level costs very little, but it can save hours fixing crooked furniture later.
一個基本的水平儀花費不多，卻能省下日後矯正歪斜家具的好幾個小時。
- spirit level
full name for the same tool
- bubble level
informal name based on the visual indicator
文法句型
use a level
check with a level
用法筆記
Not to be confused with 'surveyor's level' — the consumer tool is sometimes called a 'spirit level' or 'bubble level' to distinguish it from electronic laser levels.
levels — 形容詞
- levelspositive
- more levelscomparative
- most levelssuperlative
1. positioned so that one surface or object matches the height of another, forming
同高
與某物處於相同高度
positioned so that one surface or object matches the height of another, forming an even line between them.
Mei hung the picture so its top was level with the top of the window frame.
Mei 把畫掛好，讓畫的頂端與窗框上緣同高。
level with [noun] for same-height alignment
Vikram stood on a stool to bring his eyes level with the top shelf.
Vikram 站到凳子上，讓眼睛與書架頂層齊平。
The water in both glasses was level after Fatima poured very carefully.
Fatima 小心倒水後，兩個玻璃杯的水面高度是一樣的。
Luca adjusted the monitor arm so the screen sat level with his eyes while typing.
Luca 調整了螢幕支架，讓打字時螢幕與眼睛同高。
The two stacks of books became level once Linh added another volume to the shorter pile.
Linh 在較矮的那疊書上再加一本，兩疊書就一樣高了。
- uneven
not at the same height
- mismatched
not lining up
文法句型
level with [noun]
用法筆記
Often followed by 'with' to state what another thing is compared to.
常見錯誤
2. situated beside or across from a person or object as you travel along a route, p
併排
在某人或某物的旁邊或正對面
situated beside or across from a person or object as you travel along a route, path, or line.
When Sofia reached the gate, she was level with the ticket office.
Sofia 走到大門時，她正好在售票亭旁邊。
level with [place] for position along a route
Diego parked his car level with the entrance to the supermarket.
Diego 把車停在超市入口的正對面。
The two runners were level with each other as they passed the final bend.
兩名跑者在通過最後彎道時彼此併排。
Kevin slowed down as he drew level with the police car on the highway.
Kevin 放慢車速，在高速公路上與警車併行。
When Ayesha passed the cafe, she was level with the fruit stand on the opposite corner.
Ayesha 走過咖啡館時，正好在對街水果攤的旁邊。
文法句型
level with [noun]
用法筆記
Describes lateral position along a line of travel, not vertical height. Common when giving directions or describing movement.
3. describing a surface that is perfectly smooth and even across its entire area, w
平坦
表面平整沒有高低起伏的
describing a surface that is perfectly smooth and even across its entire area, without any bumps, dips, or tilt.
Jack checked that the dining table was level before putting the cake on it.
Jack 確認餐桌是平的，才把蛋糕放上去。
checked that [surface] was level
The ground needs to be level before we can put up the tent.
在搭帳篷之前，地面必須先弄平。
Noa chose a level patch of grass near the old oak tree for the picnic blankets.
Noa 在老橡樹附近選了一塊平坦的草地鋪野餐墊。
Cyrus used a long piece of string to check if the patio stones were level.
Cyrus 用一條長繩子檢查露台的石板是否平整。
Nia pushed a folded napkin under the short table leg until the whole surface sat level.
Nia 在較短的桌腳下墊了一張摺好的餐巾紙，讓整個桌面變平。
- flat
the most common synonym; no bumps or curves
- even
emphasises uniformity of the surface
- horizontal
more technical; means parallel to the horizon
用法筆記
Can describe any surface — floors, tables, roads, ground. Often checked with a spirit level tool.
常見錯誤
4. describing a spoonful or cupful where the contents fill it exactly to the rim wi
平匙
量器內食材與邊緣齊平的
describing a spoonful or cupful where the contents fill it exactly to the rim without rising above it, used when measuring ingredients.
Kwame added one level teaspoon of salt to the pot of soup.
Kwame 在湯鍋裡加了一平匙鹽。
level teaspoon / level cup — cooking measurement
The recipe calls for a level cup of flour, not a heaped one.
食譜要求一杯平滿的麵粉，而不是尖滿的。
Fatima measured out a level tablespoon of baking powder for the cake batter.
Fatima 量了一平匙泡打粉倒進蛋糕麵糊裡。
Liam scooped a level cup of rice from the bag and rinsed it for dinner.
Liam 從袋子裡舀了一平杯米，沖洗後準備煮晚餐。
The baker used a knife to scrape off the extra flour and leave a level scoop.
那位烘焙師用刀子刮掉多餘的麵粉，留下平平的一匙。
- flat
can describe the same idea in casual cooking contexts
- heaped
filled above the rim of the spoon or cup
文法句型
level [measurement word] of [ingredient]
用法筆記
Always used before a measurement word such as teaspoon, tablespoon, or cup. The opposite is 'heaped' or 'heaping'.
常見錯誤
5. matching another person or thing in price, quantity, achievement, or status, so
同等
價值或數量相等的
matching another person or thing in price, quantity, achievement, or status, so that neither is ahead or behind.
The two job offers were level in terms of salary and benefits.
兩份工作機會在薪資和福利方面是同等的。
level in terms of [criterion] — equal on a measure
Ananya felt the competition was not level because one team had far more players.
Ananya 認為比賽條件不平等，因為其中一隊人數多很多。
Both smartphones are level on price, but they differ in camera quality.
兩款智慧型手機價格相當，但相機品質不同。
The three candidates were level in experience, so the interview results decided the final choice.
三位候選人經驗相當，因此面試結果決定了最終人選。
Lakan believes the education system is not level because richer schools have far better resources.
Lakan 認為教育制度不公平，因為資源較多的學校條件好得多。
文法句型
level in [respect]
level on [measure]
用法筆記
Often used in expressions like 'level playing field' (a fair situation where everyone has the same chance).
常見錯誤
6. matching the opponent's score in a game or contest, with neither side ahead on t
平手
比賽分數相同的
matching the opponent's score in a game or contest, with neither side ahead on the scoreboard.
The scores were level at two goals each when the referee blew the whistle.
裁判吹哨時，兩隊以二比二踢平。
level at [number] [goals/points/runs] each — tied score
Amir scored a free kick to make the game level in the final minute.
Amir 踢進一記自由球，在最後一分鐘追平了比分。
Olivia checked the scoreboard and saw that both basketball teams were still level.
Olivia 看了一下記分板，發現兩支籃球隊仍舊平手。
Sora scored a basket in the last second to pull the team level with the visiting side.
Sora 在最後一秒投進一球，讓球隊追平客隊。
The match stayed level at three goals each until the final whistle of extra time.
比賽一直以三比三平手，直到延長賽的最後一次進攻。
- tied
the most common synonym in American English
- drawn
used in British English for tied games
- neck and neck
idiom for a very close competition
文法句型
level at [score]
level with [opponent]
用法筆記
Common in sports reporting. Can be used as 'all level' or 'level pegging' (British informal).
常見錯誤
7. spoken or delivered in a steady, controlled way that shows no strong emotion, es
平穩的
聲音或眼神鎮定、不激動
spoken or delivered in a steady, controlled way that shows no strong emotion, especially during a tense or difficult situation
Walid spoke in a level voice even when his boss shouted at him.
即使主管對他大吼，Walid 說話語氣依然平穩。
collocation: level voice
Soraya gave her son a level look and told him to stop arguing.
Soraya 用平穩的眼神看著兒子，要他別再爭辯。
collocation: level look
The teacher kept her voice level as she explained the mistake to the class.
那位老師向全班說明錯誤時，始終保持平穩的語氣。
Hari answered the reporter's questions with a level voice and clear answers.
Hari 以平穩的語氣和清楚的回答回應記者的提問。
With a level look, Valentina told her friend the truth about the broken vase.
Valentina 用平穩的眼神告訴朋友花瓶打破的真相。
- calm
more general; can describe a person's mood, not just voice or look
- steady
emphasises the evenness and lack of shaking in the voice
- composed
more formal; suggests deliberate self-control under pressure
- controlled
focuses on the effort to suppress emotion
- shaky
opposite — a voice that trembles with emotion
- hysterical
opposite — loud and out-of-control, the extreme contrast to level
文法句型
keep + [possessive] + voice + level
level voice / level look / level gaze
用法筆記
Typically describes how someone speaks or looks during an emotionally charged moment. Frequently paired with 'voice', 'look', or 'gaze'. The predicative pattern 'keep [possessive] voice level' is especially common.