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English - Dutch
Floor
flɔr
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
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The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
vloer, verdieping, vloerbedekking, vloeroppervlak
Floor meanings in Dutch
vloer
Example:
I dropped my keys on the floor.
Ik liet mijn sleutels op de vloer vallen.
The floor is made of wood.
De vloer is van hout.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in everyday conversations about buildings, homes, or spaces.
Note: The word 'vloer' refers to the surface you walk on inside a building. It can be made from various materials like wood, tile, or carpet.
verdieping
Example:
My office is on the third floor.
Mijn kantoor is op de derde verdieping.
The restaurant is located on the first floor.
Het restaurant bevindt zich op de eerste verdieping.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Commonly used when referring to levels in a building, such as apartments or offices.
Note: The term 'verdieping' refers to a level or story in a building. It is used to indicate the height of a particular floor.
vloerbedekking
Example:
We need to choose new flooring for the living room.
We moeten nieuwe vloerbedekking kiezen voor de woonkamer.
The carpet is a type of floor covering.
Het tapijt is een soort vloerbedekking.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in discussions about interior design or home renovation.
Note: This term specifically refers to coverings that are placed on the floor, such as carpets or tiles.
vloeroppervlak
Example:
The floor area of the room is 20 square meters.
Het vloeroppervlak van de kamer is 20 vierkante meter.
We need to calculate the floor space for furniture.
We moeten de vloeroppervlakte berekenen voor meubels.
Usage: formalContext: Used in architectural or real estate discussions.
Note: This term refers to the physical space of a floor, usually measured in square meters or feet.
Floor's synonyms
level
Level refers to a particular height or story in a building.
Example: The living room is on the second level of the house.
Note: Level is more specific to the height or story within a building, whereas floor can refer to the ground level or any level in a building.
storey
Storey is a British English term that refers to a level of a building.
Example: The apartment is located on the top storey of the building.
Note: Storey is the British English spelling of story, which is commonly used in American English to refer to a level of a building.
story
Story is the American English term for a level of a building.
Example: The office is on the 10th story of the skyscraper.
Note: Story is the American English spelling of storey, which is commonly used in British English to refer to a level of a building.
deck
Deck can refer to a flat surface that is part of a ship or a structure.
Example: The ship's deck offers a panoramic view of the ocean.
Note: Deck is more commonly associated with ships or outdoor structures, whereas floor is typically used in indoor contexts.
Floor expressions, common phrases
hit the floor
To start dancing or moving energetically, typically in response to music or a particular beat.
Example: When the music drops, everyone hits the floor.
Note: The phrase 'hit the floor' does not directly refer to the physical surface but rather to a sudden action or movement.
from the ground up
To start something or build something completely new, often from the very beginning.
Example: They built the company from the ground up.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the process of starting or creating something, rather than just a specific level of a building.
on the floor
Located at a lower level of a building or structure.
Example: The party is on the floor below us.
Note: This phrase specifies a particular location within a building rather than just the general concept of a floor.
sweep something under the rug
To try to hide or conceal a problem or mistake rather than dealing with it directly.
Example: They tried to sweep the issue under the rug, but it resurfaced later.
Note: This phrase uses 'under the rug' metaphorically to imply hiding something, not about cleaning a physical floor.
floor it
To press the accelerator pedal of a vehicle all the way down, accelerating rapidly.
Example: When the light turned green, she floored it and sped off.
Note: This phrase refers to pressing the gas pedal of a vehicle to the floor, indicating maximum speed, rather than just referring to a level of a building.
dance floor
An area or space, often in a club or party, designated for dancing.
Example: The DJ is playing great music on the dance floor.
Note: The phrase 'dance floor' specifically refers to the area where people dance, not just any general floor surface.
take the floor
To have the opportunity to speak or perform in front of an audience.
Example: She was invited to take the floor and share her views on the topic.
Note: This phrase refers to being given a platform or stage to speak or perform, not just walking on a physical floor.
fall through the cracks
To be overlooked or neglected, especially in a system or process.
Example: Sometimes, important details can fall through the cracks if we're not careful.
Note: This phrase uses 'cracks' metaphorically to indicate something being missed or ignored, not about falling through a physical floor.
Floor everyday (slang) expressions
ground
In informal speech, 'ground' can be used to refer to the floor at ground level, typically used in commercial or public buildings.
Example: Let's catch up on the ground floor cafe before the meeting.
Note: The term 'ground' is less formal than 'ground floor' or 'first floor', often used conversationally or in casual settings.
bottom
'Bottom' is slang for the lowest floor of a building, often used informally in spoken language.
Example: The meeting is on the bottom floor of the building.
Note: The term 'bottom' is less technical than 'ground floor' or 'lowest floor', conveying informality and ease of communication.
pad
Informally, 'pad' can refer to a floor or level of a building, especially in a relaxed or familiar setting.
Example: Meet me at my pad on the second level for drinks later.
Note: Using 'pad' instead of 'floor' can add a cool or laid-back vibe to the conversation, often associated with casual environments.
Floor - Examples
The floor is made of wood.
De vloer is van hout.
The party is on the second floor.
Het feest is op de tweede verdieping.
The cat is lying on the ground floor.
De kat ligt op de begane grond.
Floor grammar
Floor - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: floor
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): floors
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): floor
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): floored
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): flooring
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): floors
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): floor
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): floor
Syllables, Separation and Stress
floor Contains 1 syllables: floor
Phonetic transcription: ˈflȯr
floor , ˈflȯr (The red syllable is stressed)
Floor - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
floor: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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