Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Level”
A position or stage in a scale that shows how much, how difficult, or how advanced something is.
Word Family of Level
Some English words keep the same spelling as a noun and a verb. Context tells you which form is being used.
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- This English course is for beginners at level A1. A2
- The pain level has decreased after taking the medicine. A2
- Students at an advanced level can understand complex academic texts. B1
Origin and Word Formation of Level
From Old French 'level', from Latin 'libella' meaning a balance or plumb line; originally referred to height.
Used in many contexts: language proficiency levels (A1, B2), difficulty levels in games, skill levels in sports and careers.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Level
Wrong: His language level is improving very fastly.
Correct: His language level is improving very quickly.
Use adverb 'quickly', not incorrect form 'fastly'. The adverb of 'fast' is 'quickly'.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Level
What are the word forms of “level”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “level”?
“level” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Can “level” be both a noun and a verb?
Yes. Some words keep the same spelling across parts of speech; the surrounding sentence shows the function.
Where does “level” come from?
From Old French 'level', from Latin 'libella' meaning a balance or plumb line; originally referred to height.