What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
floor
Example
I dropped my phone on the floor. [floor: noun]
Example
We live on the third floor of the apartment building. [floor: noun]
Example
The car's floor was covered in mud. [floor: noun]
level
Example
The water level in the lake had risen after the rain. [level: noun]
Example
She has reached a high level of proficiency in playing the piano. [level: noun]
Example
The carpenter used a level to make sure the shelf was straight. [level: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Floor is more commonly used than level in everyday language, especially when referring to buildings and interiors. However, level is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between floor and level?
Both floor and level are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
