No. 216 in German
höhe
"Höhe" means "height" or "elevation" in English.
In a sentence
Die Höhe des Gebäudes beträgt 50 Meter.
The height of the building is 50 meters.
In this sentence, 'Höhe' refers to the vertical measurement or height of a structure, emphasizing its dimensional property.
Wir haben die Höhe des Berges mit einem Höhenmesser gemessen.
We measured the height of the mountain using an altimeter.
Here, 'Höhe' is used in a geographic context, again signifying elevation or height above a reference point.
Die Höhe der Gebühr war höher als erwartet.
The amount of the fee was higher than expected.
In this example, 'Höhe' is metaphorically used to indicate the level or amount of a fee, showcasing its application beyond physical dimensions to express quantity or degree.
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